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When the Ottawa Senators stepped up to the microphone to make the 4th overall selection at the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, they went with a household name. In fact, since 1991, the Tkachuk name has been well-known across the hockey world. First, it was Keith. The hard-nosed forward was also a first round pick, selected 19th overall by the Jets. He would go on to play 1200 games in the National Hockey League, tallying an incredible 538 goals and 1065 points during stops in Winnipeg, Phoenix, St. Louis and Atlanta. Keith’s first son Matthew has already started to carve out a career of his own with the Calgary Flames. Selected thirteen spots higher than his Dad at 6th overall, Matthew Tkachuk has two pro seasons under his belt, scoring 37 goals and registering 97 pts in 144 games. And up until this summer, he had family bragging rights for highest draft selection.
CHUK Brady went two spots higher than his brother Matthew and now he’ll continue the Tkachuk legacy with the Ottawa Senators.
And by all accounts, that could start as early as the 2018/2019 season.
In August, Tkachuk made the difficult decision to leave Boston University, where he spent last season as a first year player with the Terriers. After a couple months of consideration, Tkachuk decided to turn pro and sign his entry-level deal with the Senators. And while a spot in the lineup certainly isn’t a guarantee, Tkachuk will be at training camp looking to make an impression. He’s done exactly that everywhere he’s played.
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Tkachuk is a throw-back player, in many ways. A power forward with a strong offensive game, Tkachuk also continues the family tradition of playing a physical style. He’s one of those “hate to play against him but love to have him on your team” types. Through 40 NCAA games last year, he put up 8 goals and 31 points. And that’s as an 18 year old in a league traditionally dominated by much older players. And by all accounts, he got better as the year went along. Tkachuk’s talents were really on display at the World Juniors, where he was a force for Team USA. He finished that tournament with 3 goals and 9 points in 7 games, solidifying his standing as one of the top prospects in the 2018 Entry Draft. All the scouts agree that like his dad Keith and his brother Matthew, Brady Tkachuk is going to be an impact player in the NHL. That could happen as early as this season. And fittingly, he’ll do it wearing the same number seven that his dad wore throughout his NHL career.
We sat down with Brady to talk about
growing up in the Tkachuk family, about his draft day experience and about his hockey career to this point.
FACES MAGAZINE: What ran through
your head at this year’s NHL Draft when you heard that the Ottawa Senators chose you for their first pick at 4th overall?
To hear my name get called, I mean, I knew right before they picked because my advisor, who is also my uncle, looked back at me right before, gave me a smile and winked. I knew right there. My heart was pounding but I was super stoked and it was such a whirlwind of a night and of a weekend. Why do you think they picked you for their organization?
Well I know that one of the big things that they’ve been looking for is a character guy. Obviously, there has been a lot of bad publicity in the past month or so but, it’s a great organization and they want to pride themselves on being a high-character team, with a lot of guys who are good teammates
What are some of your goals for the
and also have good skill. I felt that they
rest of 2018 and how are you working
liked what I had, I think I’m a complete
brain more in battles with those bigger, stronger guys. I was getting used to
package and can play any way, whether
on improving them?
winning battles back in the USHL and the
it’s the physical game, the skill game or
I’m just trying to focus on each day this
USDP at a younger age. Playing against
the tough-to-play-against game.
summer, getting as strong as I can that day and doing as much as I can. I want to
the older guys is a little bit of a challenge. But I felt like I adjusted well, and by the end of the season I was dominating
Your father, Keith Tkachuk played
be in the best shape come September.
your older brother, Matthew, is
all of the hard work I’m going to put in
that in mind, how did you handle the
make this summer.
footsteps?
During your freshman year at Boston
championship? Was it something that
in 40 games during the 2017-2018
Yeah it was definitely a quick couple
experience like for you and what are
an awesome opportunity to represent
be at their level or exceed their level.
learned during that season?
is being an American and at the end of
Obviously, being the younger brother, I
Well, some people don’t think that those
nearly twenty years in the NHL and
I’m just going to take it day by day, enjoy
heading into his third NHL year. With
and I’m very excited to see the gains I
pressure while following your family’s We’re doing what we love so I don’t feel any pressure in trying to match the career they had or are currently having. My dad had a great career, my brother’s off to a great start and I definitely feel like I can
get to see more and learn from Matthew’s experience. He also gets to tell me about the things he has learned as well. I believe I’m in good shape right now and I’m just happy that I get to soak in my dad and brother’s advice.
games.
How would you describe your
experience representing the United
States at the 2018 world junior hockey University, you registered 31 points
flew by quickly for you?
season. What was that whole
of weeks. It’s a huge honour and it’s
some of the most valuable lessons you
your country. Something I’m proud of
stats are very good. But as a freshman in university, and even being the second youngest in college, I feel like those are good numbers. Honestly, it’s a tough league we’re playing in. Playing against 25-year olds, I’ve learned how to use my
the day, you’re wearing those colours because there are people overseas who are fighting for your freedom. To me, it’s representing them and their sacrifice that they’re making for their family and their own lives to keep us free and to have us live our best lives.
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What made you choose to go the
college route over OHL unlike your brother?
Both of them were the best spots that I could choose from, so at the end of the day, there was no bad decision. I don’t regret where I’m at with Boston University and I think a big thing for me is that I wanted to honour my commitment and be playing against men. I was playing against 25-year-olds, so it’s kind of a preview of what’s to come in the NHL. Obviously, there are players 25 years of age and older players as well, so you have to get used to it somehow. I felt like it was a tough start but I elevated my game throughout the year. I adjusted well and I felt like around Christmas time was when I started to play my best hockey.
What did you know about the Sens growing up?
I mean, obviously, players like Alfredsson, Heatley, Spezza, etc. They were some huge names for sure. I wouldn’t say I was closelywatching the Senators when I was younger. I was a Blues fan growing up and then Calgary for the past couple of years. I’m learning a lot more about the history and the culture. Right now, I’m just soaking up everything and trying to learn as much as I can.
Is there any active player you are trying to model your game after? If not, what
player would you compare yourself to? Yeah, there are some guys in the NHL that come to mind. My brother is first, I always try to compare myself with him. A player that I really want to be like is Jamie Benn. Obviously, he’s one of the best players in the league. He’s so gifted offensively but he cares about defence as much as offence. He’s one of the most complete players you’ll see in the NHL, so a big goal for me would be to play like him. @BradyTkachuk71
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The Comedy Jessica Holmes Ottawa’s own
Jessica Holmes
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making people laugh. She has opened for names like Jerry Seinfeld, Leslie Nielsen, and Ellen DeGeneres, and hosted events for such visionaries as Deepak Chopra, Tony Robbins, and Oprah Winfrey. She spent over sixteen years as a favourite on Royal Canadian Air Farce, during which time she had two children with her husband Scott. But despite her career’s upward trajectory, her life took an unexpected turn when she found herself unable to get up off the couch. A few years ago, she was diagnosed with depression.
“It took away all of my ambition, and excitement for life.”
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But if her career had taught her anything, it
fast Television Toronto, “I decided to write
was that some of the best comedy comes
about it only in retrospect. And in a funny
from tragedy, and time. She used this meth-
way. The same way that if I want my kids to
od to create a brilliantly written memoir
eat broccoli and they won’t, I’ll just grind it
of her struggles with mental health titled
Depression: The Comedy.
up and put it in cake mix. This
is the broccoli wrapped in cake.”
As she explains in an interview with Break-
“I had everything I could ever want, but I felt like an emotional robot.”
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When did you know that this was the career path you wanted to take? When I was at Ryerson a few peers and I dared eachother to try stand-up at the local open mic night. It was the most frightening thing I’ve ever done, and I actually swiped a sip of a stranger’s drink for courage on my way up to the stage. But I caught the bug that very first time when I got a laugh. I still get nervous, but not, like, at a drink-stealing level. What are some struggles you face with your career? Being on stage is the wonderful part. Managing the highs and lows between shows is trickier; the busy successful periods followed by weeks of tumbleweeds is a work in progress. So everyday is like Christmas, and every other day is like...not Christmas. But I love the thrill of it. It’s something most performers face, whether at the highest or most humble levels. You get used to it.......eventually. I’ve attached my career to a deeper purpose and that’s given me a sense of stability.
Tell us about your time on Air Farce? They fit me like a warm glove and we hit it off right away. The writers had me playing Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, and a Scottish nun. My favorite part of the week was going to wardrobe and makeup to figure out how they would transform me into these people. The most convincing transformation was when Sue Upton, the amazing makeup artist, turned me into a very convincing Emma Stone for a parody of La La Land. They even brought in a choreographer to teach us the full dance. It was my little girl dream come true. “But the most valuable thing I took away from Air Farce was their philosophy on the world. They said They would take these dreary news headlines on Monday morning and turn them into something the whole country could laugh about by Friday night. I try and view life like that now,
tragedy+time=comedy.
that even bad things are just a punchline in the making.”
What was it like to open for big names like Jerry Seinfeld, Leslie Nielsen, and Ellen DeGeneres?
You recently wrote a book, “Depression, the Comedy: A Tale of Perseverance”. What is this book about?
Those moments were incredibly meaningful milestones. Apparently, Seinfeld chose me from my demo reel which still floors me! At the same time it’s a tad surreal because you’re so honoured to open for your idols, but their security detail is like “stay 3 feet back, lady!” (Ok that was only Ellen’s security...but I don’t blame them, she’s got people flinging themselves on her 24/7!)
I suffered from depression a few years ago and it took away all of my ambition and excitement for life. I had everything I could ever want, but I felt like an emotional robot. A zero. My head was so cloudy and I was always tired. When I recovered I was so grateful and wanted to share my experience in a way that was simple and funny. Depression is hard enough... who wants a sad book about it!?!
What are some of your favourite moments from stand-up?
What do you hope readers will gain from this book?
There are some shows where everything just lines up perfectly. Improvising is my favorite and when it works it’s the most incredible feeling of flow. For example, sometimes I’ll go into the crowd and if I find someone who’s the perfect foil, straight-faced but willing to banter, the audience loves it and I’m in heaven.
I want readers to feel safe and understood, and maybe to laugh with relief. “Phew - it’s not just me who spends days at a time on a sofa that looks like a tornado hit a 7-eleven!”
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When was your first encounter with mental illness?
How do you think we as a society can begin to de-stigmatize the topic of mental illness?
I had postpartum depression after the birth of my second child. It was diagnosed quickly because I was so paralyzed with anxiety. I got therapy, got a prescription, and a few months later felt “recovered”. I thought “I’m never having more kids, so I’ll never be depressed again. Take THAT, depression! Boo-ya!!!” But then, 4 years later a whole other type of depression snuck up. Apples and oranges.
I love how many people are sharing their mental health stories whether through programs like Bell Let’s Talk or just online or in conversation. And I appreciate athletes like Demar DeRozan speaking up about it, because they’re viewed as so tough, and if they can say “hey, I struggle” it gives other people a sense that it’s not so taboo. Things are changing.
What was your support system like once you expressed the struggles you were facing? Everyone’s heart is in the right place, and I knew friends and family cared about me, but not everyone is comfortable “getting involved”, and frankly some people don’t believe in depression. “Oh, just get some fresh air” like it’s a case of the lazies or a figment of your imagination. But I’ve taken charge of my mental health, and I’ve set my life up in a healthy way that I’m not dependant on the validation of people who don’t get it.
With everything that you have going on, how do you manage to balance work life and personal life? Well, for me there’s no such thing as ‘having it all’... something’s gotta give when you commit yourself in either direction. So I’ve accepted that, and figured out my priorities, and I take care of myself first, then my family, then the rest of the world. I also learned that exercise (playing team sports, jogging, Tabata) fills me up and makes me feel strong, so I have more energy to give others. I’ve tried meditation, but I think it would be more fun if it involved watching TV simultaneously...
What advice would you give to those suffering from depression and other forms of mental illness? First, I would just say sorry that they’re having a tough go of it. And if they asked, I’d tell them that with my experience with depression, I tried to keep making whatever small effort I could, every day, again and again, and eventually there was light at the end of the tunnel. And I’d also suggest limiting the time you spend on social media because it rarely improves your self-esteem. Treat it like a hot tub: get in and get out before you catch something!
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What types of events have you spoken at? I’ve spoken at corporate events promoting mental health, but then I’ve also been invited to share my mental health story at community gatherings where they took a chance on this comedian who tells jokes but then also shares her story of depression. The greatest honour of my career is having people tell me “you know, after your presentation, people opened up to each other more.”
What do you usually get up to in the summer? We have a trailer parked on the shore of a remote lake in the middle of Ontario. We’ve been spending every other week there this summer (the packing/ unpacking is alarming and I’ll need to rethink that strategy next year!) but it’s also wonderful to take a break and hang with my kids before work gets bananas in September.
As a motivational speaker what type of messages do you try to pass along to your listeners? My biggest message is that we’re all in this together. Suffering is universal. When we laugh together, it’s a relief. So I encourage people to view life as a sitcom, and look for the funny in everything. It all comes back to tragedy + time = comedy. @happyfeetholmes
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“I’ve attached my career to a deeper purpose and that’s given me a sense of stability.”
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1. Elements Luxury Tented Camp & Spa
This hidden gem just outside of Ottawa is a glamping experience like no other. Elements is an outdoor hotel and spa in Renfrew that offers luxury accomodations, yoga and meditation and spa experiences. Each tent is completed with luxury hotel style furnishing, bed linens, mosquito netting and even gilt mirrors that once graced Ottawa’s famous Chateau Laurier.
2. Chateau Montebello
Located just an hour and a half outside of Ottawa in Montebello, you will find the world’s largest log cabin - which doubles as a Fairmont hotel. This all season resort has activities for every time of the year and is complete with fine dining and a Fairmont spa. Just minutes down the road is Parc Omega, Quebec’s wildlife park. 3232 | FACES MAGAZINE
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Just winding down from summer but you’re still looking to get away? These 5 destinations make for awesome road trips, and are better enjoyed with fall weather.
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An hour’s drive from Ottawa in the St. Lawrence region, Robin’s Roost is a kind vacation experience, uniquely situated in The Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary, which is well known for its abundant wildlife and diverse population of birds. This is a nature lover’s oasis, and the perfect escape from city life, featuring a wrap around deck for sipping coffee, outdoor dining under the trees and the perfect view to search for 150 different species of birds. The cabin sleeps 6 comfortably-with a master loft, a spare bedroom and a futon. It also has a private beach, outdoor shower and a BBQ.
5. Singer Castle
A vintage castle nestled on an island, accesible only by boat. Seems hard to believe that this could be found only an hour and a half from Ottawa just outside of Rockport. The castle is fully furnished and has a rich history behind it. It’s open for tours until mid-october, and is available for private rentals.
3. The Drake Devonshire Inn Prince Edward County A cousin hotel to the Drake in Toronto, The Drake Devonshire Inn is located in Prince Edward County and is a stunning way to visit the Sandbanks. This trendy retreat not only offers incredible scenery - both inside and out - it’s also surrounded by wineries. Photo by Nikolas Koenig/OTTO
THE POWER OF WEEKEND GETAWAYS Researchers at the University of Illinois found that short holidays can have some incredible health benefits. The study found those who take short holidays to have lower blood pressure, healthy weight and lower stress hormones all resulted from the leisure benefits of a holiday.
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Fill mimosa glasses with 1/4 of cider and the rest champagne. Mix sugar and cinnamon for rim. Delish.com
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Apple Cider Sangria 1 bottle (standard size) of pinot grigio 2 1/2 cups fresh apple cider 1 cup club soda 1/2 cup ginger brandy 3 honey crisp apples, chopped 3 pears, chopped Combine ingredients and chill. homesweeteats.com
Caramel Apple Mule 1.5 oz Absolut vodka .5 oz caramel syrup 1 oz apple cider
Mix and shake with ice. Townandcountrymag.com
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A SEASON PREVIEW BY SENS SUPERFAN Faces Magazine has gratuitously tasked me with writing their Official NHL 2018-2019 Season Preview. I am basically an NHL expert, so they know that I know what I’m talking about. Not only am I an expert when it comes to all things hockey, I am also an expert of predicting things. For example, I successfully predicted that super celebrities Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie would get together and live happily ever after. I will thus accurately predict the standings for all 29 NHL Teams. I for one cannot wait until hockey starts! The second most exciting season in Canada after maple syrup tapping season.
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ANAHEIM MIGHTY DUCKS OF.... ANAHEIM The Ducks embarrassed everyone in and out of the league last season by getting swept by hated division rivals San Jose. No one saw that coming as they have been a model of consistency by winning five straight Pacific titles before their devastating first round loss. So devastating, in fact, that I heard head coach Randy Carlyle cancelled the summer. This season, they’ll look for leaders Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry to guide them back to the promised land. But what’s even more exciting, the Ducks have unveiled a new third jersey that harkens back to their originals, the ones in the award-winning movies Mighty Ducks, starring Emilio Estevez. SO EXCITING!!
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ATLANTA THRASHERS
BOSTON BRUINS
Same old, same old. I literally watched 0 Arizona games. Wait...no I watched them all, hence why I’m an expert. They didn’t do very well, but one cool thing that happened this off season is that they traded Max Domi to Montreal for Alex Galchenyuk. But what excites me even more is that they have reintroduced their original retro logo. I love fashion.
Well I’m embarrassed! I’m having a hard time finding anything on the Thrashers. They don’t even have social media. They’ve gone dark. It must be a strategy. Nobody is talking about them, and that’s exactly what the team wants. They’ll be led by superstars Todd White and Ray Ferraro. I can’t even find stats from last season. So weird.
Predicted Division Finish: 8th
Predicted Division Finish: 93rd
I think Boston can and have won Stanley Cups in both the future and the past. One cool thing about them is they are coached by Ottawa, Canada born Bruce Cassidy. They also have former Sen Zdeno Chara, who is really tall. So tall that he can clean the top of your gutters without a ladder. So tall he can pet the head of a giraffe. The Bruins have a great mix of veterans and youth. They should be a contender this season, unless Brad Marchand licks someone again. Predicted Division Finish: 2nd
Predicted Division Finish: 2nd
BUFFALO SABRES
CALGARY FLAMES
CAROLINA HURRICANES
CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS
Three simple words: Rasmus Dahlin. The Swedish prodigy may be the second coming of Jason York. He’s that good. He has the ability to singlehandedly get the Sabres back into the playoffs. But don’t forget, they also have superstar Jack Eichel, who changed his number from 15 to 9, meaning he’ll win the Stanley Cup in 9 months probably. They also added former figure skater Jeff Skinner to their lineup.
A lot to like about Calgary. Sean Monahan played for the Ottawa 67’s and has emerged as a force on a line with Johnny Hockey. Yet, they have a hard time making the playoffs, why? Because of the Canada Curse I bet. I think the moment Hortons decided to get rid of fan-favourite Dutchie donut, all Canadian teams were doomed to fail. At least Calgary was able to say goodbye to classact Jarome Iginla, an amazing player who had a great career. But until Hortons brings back the Dutchie, then nothing else will matter.
What an off-season! They’ll go into this year with a new owner, new president, new GM, new head coach, Dougie Hamilton, Andrei Svechnikov, and a brandnew karaoke machine. Boosting one of the best defensive cores in the league, they should be competitive this season. The only thing holding them back is the lack of an elite goaltender. They will be going with Mrazek and Darling this year. That’s hardly what dreams are made of. Speaking of dreams, I had a dream that I was in a Hurricane, and so I hid inside The Real Canadian Superstore and ate Passion Flakies all night long.
The Blackhawks missed the playoffs for the first time in 9 years last season and EVERYONE panicked, including myself. This is a team that still boasts Toews, Kane, Keith, and Dennis Savard. So, what happened? Simple: they couldn’t recover from the loss of Ottawa born Superstar Marian Hossa. Throw in injuries to goaltender Corey Crawford and Bob’s your uncle. Not Bob McKenzie. Although imagine Bob McKenzie was your uncle? He’d probably get you free NHL swag and even a lifetime supply of Drumsticks, the kind with the chocolate center.
Predicted Division Finish: 6th
Predicted Division Finish: 4th
Predicted Division Finish: 3rd
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COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS
DALLAS NORTH STARS
DETROIT RED WINGS
I don’t really want to talk about the Avalanche. But why bRian? Great question! Maybe we can start with the wicked trade Colorado pulled off this season when they dealt Matt Duchene to the Ottawa Senators for the Sens first round pick this coming draft. But not only that, the moment the trade was made, Nathan MacKinnon was like a starving lion released from his zoo enclosure to feast on the rest of the league. He went on to record 97 points and vaulted the Avalanche into the playoffs. Meanwhile in Ottawa, well you know what happened, and Bob’s your uncle.... wait.
All I know is that when Columbus scores at home and they shoot off that canon, I go to the bathroom where I’m standing, in blind fear. Why do they have to shoot that thing? Ridiculous. Anyways, Columbus has a great up and coming team that should compete for years to come. Their focus on youth has generated budding superstars Zach Werenski and Pierre-Luc Dubois. Throw in Vezina award winning goalie Sergei Bobrovsky and they have a chance to compete for the Cup.
Why did Jason Spezza have to leave Ottawa, Canada? I mean, seriously? Not only was he Ottawa’s best center, in Dallas he is third on the depth chart behind Tyler Seguin and Radek Faksa. No team should wield that much power. Then you’ve got Jamie Benn and Alexander Radulov and you have maybe the deepest forward unit in the entire league. Also, Marc Methot....I love Marc Methot. Dallas didn’t make the playoffs last season for some reason, but that could be a fluke. There are also rumors that Dallas is aggressively pursuing Erik Karlsson. And if he goes, I run away from home.
They stole Daniel Alfredsson. Nothing else to say.
Predicted Division Finish: 3rd
Predicted Division Finish: 3rd
Predicted Division Finish: Last forever
Predicted Division Finish: 6th
EDMONTON OILERS
FLORIDA PANTHERS
LOS ANGELES KINGS
MINNESOTA WILD
Home of The Great One, Connor McDavid. There is him and then there is everyone else. For whatever reason, Edmonton just can’t build around him, as they missed the playoffs completely last season. For a team that has 1 million first overall picks, it just doesn’t make sense. They didn’t make many changes in the off season, so it will be up to the team to get back on track. Here’s an idea, why not bring in Gretzky and Messier to coach and Paul Coffey to be the mascot? It just might work.
It’s very hard for me to talk about the Panthers because when I see their logo, I get flashbacks of when I was dragged into a forest by a rabid lynx. Yes, I know a lynx is different from a Panther, but it’s still in the cat family. The Panthers made a splash in the off-season by landing enigmatic forward Mike Hoffman from Ottawa. A pure sniper that can get you 40 goals, especially if you pair him with Aleksander Barkov. Will that be enough to get them into the playoffs? Only the lynx knows.
Exciting times in LA these days as LeBron James arrives in town. A lot of the focus will be on basketball, but the Kings may turn out to be the Crown Jewel....see what I did there? Crown.... Kings? Anyways, Ilya Kovalchuk comes out of retirement to join an already deep team that should be a number one contender this season. If I played for the Kings, I’d be going to Universal Studios every single day and pretend I’m getting eaten by Jaws.
Is it just me, or does the Wild logo look like a lynx dragging a man into a forest? Geez Louise. The Wild are a veteran laden team that is in a “win now” mode, as they have aging stars Zach Parise and Eric Staal. I’m really not sure they are strong enough to compete this year, unless they let the Hamburgler Andrew Hammond do his thing. I wonder if he still gets free McDonalds? I’d be there for breakfast, lunch, second lunch, snack, and dinner.
Predicted Division Finish: 5th
Predicted Division Finish: 4th
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NASHVILLE PREDATORS
NEW JERSEY DEVILS
NEW YORK ISLANDERS
Montreal could be on a one-way ticket to Lotteryville this season where they’ll home to land prized prospect Jack Hughes during the draft. The center position is in disarray, led by Jonathan Drouin. He oodles talent but hasn’t quite put it together yet, and unfortunately, he doesn’t have much support. Max Pacioretty may want out and Shea Weber will start the season on the shelf. Where’d that saying ‘put on the shelf’ come from, anyway? I put picture frames and various trinkets on my shelves at home, not a full-grown man with a broken knee. It’s just not physically possible. He’d break it on the first sit down, no? Dumb.
This is a team to be officially jealous of. They just seem to have everything: skill, grit, character, personalities, etc. Imaging having Kyle Turris and P.K. Subban on the same team? The atmosphere at the arena is also unreal. They will win the Stanley Cup this season, and Turris will bring the Cup back to Ottawa, Canada, place it in front of CTC, and allow everyone to look at it. But not touch it.
I had a Devil of a time trying to figure out this team. They went from the basement one year to the playoffs the next! This happened in large part to the dominant season Taylor Hall had. He won his first Hart Trophy as the MVP of the league. But in order to avoid a letdown this season, they’ll need goalie Cory Schneider to be elite because their defense is still Greene. Greene as in green grass, like new grass....as in new...new as in young.... you know what, never mind f***.
John Tavares is gone. That’s like Pizza Hut losing the pizza. That’s like Giant Tiger losing RC Cola. That’s like Beckers losing milk. How do you recover from that? You probably don’t. The Islanders should be going full rebuild right now and build the team around Calder Trophy winner Mathew Barzal.
Predicted Division Finish: 1st
Predicted Division Finish: 7th
Predicted Division Finish: 5th
Predicted Division Finish: 6th
NEW YORK RANGERS
OTTAWA SENATORS
PHILADELPHIA FLYERS
PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
Speaking of rebuilding, Rangers are now in full rebuild mode with rookie coach David Quinn. It will be a rough year in the Big Apple as they will rely youth to fill the holes. Unfortunately, star goalie Henrik Lundqvist is 36 years old. 36 is like 101 in hockey years unfortunately. As soon as you finally know your s*** they show you the door. I turn 36 this year and I just started scheduling my own doctors’ appointments. On the bright side, the Rangers have Mika Zibanejad, who should break out this season on the ice, and hopefully release a Grammy winning album off of it.
Erik Karlsson is the best hockey player in the league and would also be my best friend if he chose to be. No matter what happens, if Erik remains with the Senators, we have a chance to win the Stanley Cup. Erik will raise it and then pass it to Alfie. Alfie will then pass it to Stone. And then Stone passes it to Duchene. And then Duchene passes it to Hotsam Batcho. And then Hotsam passes it to Randy Cunneyworth, who then passes it to me. I will also lead the Stanley Cup Parade down Bank Street on a giant beer float where I get all the beer I want. They will then raise me in the air while everyone chants, “bRian, bRian, bRian”.
Another team with an embarrassment of riches, led by Ottawa, Canada born Claude Giroux, who had a monster season. Philly is a goaltender away from winning a Stanley Cup, and they may have a stud in Carter Hart. Imagine Carter Hart won the Hart Trophy? That’d be like Maurice “Rocket” Richard winning the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy. Hilarious.
Everything about Pittsburgh is unfair for the rest of society. Picture this: Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Phil Kessel… unfair. Imagine your only worry about the franchise was whether or not you can get the day off for the Stanley Cup Parade? They’ll probably win another one again this year. Unfair.
Predicted Division Finish: 8th
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Predicted Division Finish: 4th
Predicted Division Finish: 1st 4 Life
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SAN JOSE SHARKS
TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING
TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
The Blues went nuts during the off-season and added Ryan O’Reilly, David Perron, Tyler Bozak, and Patrick Maroon. They ain’t playing this year! Well, they are playing, what I meant was they are playing hockey but they ain’t messing around. Tarasenko will probably score 50 goals and will have the rest of the league singing the blues. I’m so good at this.
Like their namesake The Meg, the Sharks are taking a big bite out of the competition! Actually, The Meg ate a lot of people. It’s quite frightening to be honest. San Jose will look to get over the hump this season. They are heavily involved in trade rumours. They desperately tried to land John Tavares and are rumored to be interested in Erik Karlsson. But they can’t have Erik. I will handcuff him to the Sens dressing room door and swallow the key.
Pfffffffffft. Try to steal Erik Karlsson eh Steve Yzerman? I don’t care you were born in Ottawa, Canada. So was Tom Cruise. Big deal. Doesn’t give you the right to steal Ottawa’s best player. You already have Victor Hedman. You already have the best team that everyone including my Granny predicts will win the Cup this season. And my Granny doesn’t even know where she is half the time.
The John Tavares show. All I’ve seen all summer is John Tavares wearing Maple Leafs pajamas. He even wears them when he goes grocery shopping. He even wears them in the bath!! Let me get this straight, Toronto has Tavares, Matthews, and Kadri at center? That’s not very good. You need to have good centermen to win in this league, and Toronto just doesn’t have them…
Predicted Division Finish: 5th
Predicted Division Finish: 4th
Predicted Division Finish: 1st
Predicted Division Finish: Last probably
VANCOUVER CANUCKS
VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS
WASHINGTON CAPITALS
WINNIPEG JETS
They probably won’t be very good this season as they say goodbye to the Sedin twins, but who cares? It was just announced that they will soon be wearing their retro skate jerseys, which is the nicest jersey every created. It doesn’t matter if you’re bad, as long as you look awesome doing it! Look for Brock Boeser to have a monster season, as he will become THE MAN. A new era has begun in Vancouver and I predict Pavel Bure will come out of retirement and wear actual rockets on his skates.
Who could have predicted that the Golden Knights would be playing for the Stanley Cup in their inaugural season? Actually, Nostradamus did. Look it up! He said, “Las Vegas will get a hockey team even though it’s a desert. And they will steal fan favorite Marc Methot from the Ottawa Senators and then trade him just to piss bRian off. And then they will go to the Stanley Cup Final but not win the Cup. Also, Salt ‘n Vinegar Ruffles will finally come back full time. I mean seriously, what were they thinking taking it away? Ridiculous”.
Ovechkin FINALLY won his Cup, and then he went on a bender that would make Jim Lahey blush. What do the Caps do for an encore? Who knows? All I know is I want to party with Ovechkin. He’s basically Bernie from Weekend at Bernie’s. But alive.
Even though it is beyond cold in Winnipeg, the hockey team is HOT. They are Canada’s best hope of bringing a Cup home this season. Patrik Laine and Mark Scheifele have so much chemistry together that they are basically Jack and Rose on the Titanic. Why did they have to speed up the Titanic? Because they wanted to set records. Kinda how like the Jets are setting records. Speed records. Because Jets are fast… okay I got nothing.
Predicted Division Finish: 6th
Predicted Division Finish: 2nd
Predicted Division Finish: 2nd
Predicted Division Finish: 3rd
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When it comes to rapid weight loss, there’s no shortage
“The easiest way to get into a state of ketosis is through
of fads and trends. Still, when body beautiful celebrities
fasting or high intensity training, since you need to de-
like Halle Berry and Gwyneth Paltrow admit to following
plete blood and liver glucose, as well as muscle glycogen.
the Keto (short for ketogenic) Diet, you have to wonder:
But you can also achieve it by switching to a high fat/
What is it?
moderate protein/low carbohydrate diet in which you’re
“The Keto Diet, or being in ketosis, is essentially where
training your body to burn fat for energy,” explains Laf-
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WEIGHING THE BENEFITS Not only does all that fat burning result in rapid trim-down for many, but it’s also said to make energy levels more stable than when the body burns carbs for energy, says Lafleur. The Keto Diet is also said to help with diabetes and mental focus. “There are so many therapeutic benefits of the Keto Diet; from
But how does someone without a team behind them make it happen? STEPPING UP TO THE CHALLENGE
treating diabetes to helping manage epilepsy,” says Lafleur. “People
The results sound amazing, but the idea of cutting out carbs is
experience better mental clarity and focus as well.”
daunting for many.
Halle Berry reportedly uses the low-carb diet to help manage her
“As people switch to keto, they might feel unwell and light headed,
type 2 diabetes, and credits it with helping her lose her baby belly,
as their bodies switch fuel sources. It’s a struggle for many peo-
keeping youthful and improving her physical and mental perfor-
ple,” says Lafleur.
mance.
But give it some time and the right strategies and the Keto Diet
Basketball star LeBron James, too, reportedly credited his rapid
can actually help improve your performance. “The brain is actually
weight loss to a similar diet, which included eliminating sugar and
more efficient on the Keto Diet; it prefers this fuel source over
dairy.
carbs and sugars,” says Lafleur.
KEYS TO SUCCESS From meal replacement bars to Keto-friendly coffees and
fibre supplements can also be beneficial.
butters, there’s a whole range of nutritional products that can help you through your day.
Whether you’re after a Halle Berry-worthy bod or just try-
“Meal replacement powders made from healthy fats and
ing to avoid spiking energy levels, it’s worth considering
proteins can help give the body what it needs for ketosis,”
the Keto Diet. Just make sure you go in prepared.
says Lafleur, who also recommends MCT oil, which can be added to coffee and used in salad dressings. “MCT is me-
“A lot of people might not understand the
tabolized easily by the body; it’s like eating a complex carb
ketogenic diet or how to go about it health-
instead of sugar. The body digests and absorbs it easily and
fully,” says Lafleur. “Having the right know-
uses it as energy efficiently so you won’t get that sugar
ledge and supplements will help you see it
crash. It’s excellent for mental focus as well,” he says.
through so you can enjoy the results you’re
The gold standard, however, is exogenous ketones, says
after.”
Lafleur. “When people get into ketosis, their bodies burn ketone bodies as energy. Nowadays you can buy exoge-
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THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS A young orphan moves into his uncle’s mysterious mansion with an ominous ticking sound. He must help his uncle find the clock within its walls to stop it from bringing about the end of the world. Starring Jack Black and Cate Blanchett.
MOVIE RELEASES
October 19th
SERENITY Baker Dill keeps to himself as a fishing boat captain, until his ex wife pleads for him to kill her abusive new husband. Starring Anne Hathaway, Diane Lane, and Matthew McConaughey.
september 14th
A SIMPLE FAVOUR After her best friend goes missing, small town blogger Stephanie Ward must find out the truth behind her mysterious disappearance. Starring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively.
october 12th
FIRST MAN Academy Award winning Ryan Gosling stars as famous astronaut Neil Armstrong on his journey to being the first man on the moon.
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For Bigger Role
teams last season, change isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The organization has done a decent job of stockpiling prospects over the last few years and now it’s time to see what those kids can do when given the opportunity. There are as many as five or six
But for at least one young player, a spot in the lineup on opening night is considered a slam dunk. That player is Thomas Chabot. At just 21 years of age, Chabot is ready to take the next step in his development and become a reliable top four defenceman for the Senators. We saw flashes of it last year. Now it’s up to Chabot to show he can do it on a nightly basis. Chabot appeared
guys under the age of 21 that could
in 63 games with the Sens last year, putting up
challenge for full-time spots with
an impressive 25 points. That included 9 goals,
the Senators next year. For most of them, it will come down to training camp in September.
which ranked 27th among all rookies. In fact, Ryan Pulock of the New York Islanders was the only rookie defenceman to score more.
They’ll need to make a strong impression during
Not a bad first impression for the 18th overall
the preseason and prove that they can bump a
selection in the 2015 Draft.
veteran guy from the line up on a permanent basis.
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While management may not want to put a label on it, it sure seems like the Ottawa Senators are about to go through a bit of a rebuild.
Watching Chabot play on a nightly basis, it’s easy to see what the Senators like about him. He’s a
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Today’s NHL is all about offence from the back end... and chabot brings plenty of that to the table.
smooth-skater with elite offensive instincts. He can lead the attack with his speed or with a pin-point breakout pass. Today’s NHL is all about offence from the back end and smooth-skater with elite offensive instincts. He can Chabot brings of that to the table.He’ll be expected lead plenty the attack with his speed or with a pin-point breakout pass. Today’s NHL is all about offence to provide that spark on a regular basis next year. from the back end... and Chabot brings plenty of that to the table. He’ll be expected to provide that spark on a regular basis next year. Last season, it was clear that the organization wanted to Lastwith season, it was clearthere that was the organization take their time Chabot. While no doubt he wanted to take their time with Chabot. While there was had the skill play in NHL, sent to team notodoubt hethe had the the skillteam to play inhim the down NHL, the sent him down to Belleville of the American Hockey Belleville of the American Hockey League on a couple of League on a couple of occasions. Chabot made occasions.the best of that experience and when he got the call after just 13 AHL games, he never looked back.
teammate Jean-Gabriel Pageau were both selected to represent Canada at the World Championships in Denmark in May. Head Coach Guy Boucher will be looking to Chabot to build on that experience as he takes on an even bigger role with the Senators this season. Top four minutes plus a regular shift on the power play are all but guaranteed for Chabot. If the Ottawa Senators do indeed decide a full rebuild is necessary, a high-end talent like Thomas Chabot www.senschirp.ca is a great piece to build around.
Thanks to his play down the stretch, Chabot even found himself on Team Canada’s radar. Chabot and
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NHL Training Camp always seems to come with a few surprises. Whether it's a strong performance from a veteran guy previously thought to be destined for the minor leagues or a rookie that comes out of nowhere to push for a spot on the NHL roster, the preseason is always packed with unlikely storylines. That's exactly what Alex Formenton was for the Ottawa Senators in September of last year. While the organization was obviously high on Formenton, they used a 2nd round pick to take him at 47th overall, fans really didn’t know much about him. His speed was obviously his best attribute but his numbers from year one in the Ontario Hockey League didn’t exactly jump off the page. 16 goals in 65 games in primarily a bottom six role. And that’s exactly why his performance in last year’s training camp and preseason was so remarkable. As an 18 year old, Formenton picked up 3 points in 5 preseason games and immediately made his presence felt at the NHL level. Coaches in Ottawa were impressed by both his skating ability and his willingness to engage on the forecheck. So much so that when the final roster was announced in October, Alex Formenton’s name was included. In an instant, Formenton had gone from relatively unknown 2nd round pick to legitimate NHL prospect. While Formenton’s NHL audition lasted just one game, the experience gained last fall was a huge boost heading into his second season with the Knights. Formenton racked up 29 goals in 48 games with London adding another four goals
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What is the most valuable lesson you have learned throughout your hockey career thus far? “Never give up. There are going to be a lot of setbacks during your career, a big one for me was when I didn’t make the London Knights my first year and being drafted late to the OHL. So, even though there will be a lot of setbacks, you need to remember not to give up and that if you put your mind to it you can get it done.” 48 | FACES MAGAZINE
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in the post-season. He was also a part of Canada’s Gold Medal winning team at the World Junior tournament in Buffalo, New York.
What was your experience like representing Canada at the World Juniors this year? What was it like stepping onto the ice for the first game?
Not a bad year for the 18 year old. Formenton is expected to push for a spot again when training camp opens in September. Belleville and a return to London are both options for the speedy forward, but after last year’s performance, don’t be surprised if he is in the mix for an NHL roster spot again this fall.
It was pretty crazy. That was my first Canadian hockey event so just putting on the jersey and being able to represent this country was something special. We had a good fan base and the gold medal game was incredible, the whole crowd was filled with red and white which was pretty cool to skate out to. We had a close group of guys and everyone got along really well, which I think was where our main success came from. Overall, it was just an incredible experience.
And if he isn’t a regular with the Senators this year, he is considered a lock for Team Canada’s roster at the World Juniors. Likely on the top line too. Tell us about your childhood growing up in Barrie? How did hockey come into your life? My older brother inspired me to get involved with hockey. He played when he was younger then ended up playing for Schomberg Cougars Junior C, after that he went to Guelph University to become a vet. He was a big reason that I got into hockey because even at the age of 3, I was always tagging along with him to go skating on the recreation rinks here in Barrie. I was then put into hockey around the age of 5, I played minor hockey in Barrie until minor Bantam which was when I went down to the GTHL, so Toronto nationals, and then played there for 3 years. Wendel Clark was my coach and I am still good friends with his son. In my draft year, I went to the Mississauga Rebels and was then drafted to London. After being drafted, I tried out for the team and did not make the cut my first year. I then went back and played Junior A in Aurora for the Aurora tigers. I debated going NCAA or OHL, but decided that London felt more at home so I played there the next year. What’s your favourite memory from your time spend playing with the Toronto Young Nationals MHA? Winning the GTHL was pretty big for minor hockey. We won that two or three times, but winning the OHL was probably my biggest memory.
What was your time like when you came to Ottawa? What do you think needs to change for the upcoming season? I think that just from my experience being up there, they had a good group of people and they accepted me. Being the new guy, I was a little bit lost trying to learn the lifestyle of the NHL. They have a lot of leaders on the team that stepped up and showed me around, I think that was their main advantage. For this season, I would just say rebuilding and bringing some new faces into the organization to have a fresh start. From your own perspective, what are some of your biggest assets and how do you feel that you’re a good fit for the Ottawa Senators roster? I’d like to see myself as a leader, like a lot of guys that are on the team. I work very hard and if I have the chance to play on the team longer than just this season, I want to work my hardest to bring my speed to the team and help out offensively but also defensively. During the time you’ve spent here in Ottawa, what have been some of your favourite things to do in the City? Do you have any favourite restaurants? I love it there. There was a great Italian restaurant that I went to downtown in the Byward Market. I also went to the mall with my buddy who plays for the Ottawa 67’s, he was showing me around and showing me what was good in Ottawa, which was a lot of fun. Just downtown in general is amazing.
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POUR SOME SUGAR
THE SCOOP ON WINE
SUGAR CONTENT IN ALCHOLIC DRINKS IS ANYTHING BUT SWEET. BUT JUST HOW MUCH SUGAR IS IN YOUR DRINK OF CHOICE?
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DRY WINES contain less than 1/2 a teaspon of sugar per glass.
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Off-Dry Wines contain anywhere from 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sugar per glass.
THE DRIER THE WINE IS, THE LESS SUGAR IT WILL HAVE, AND THIS IS A RULE YOU CAN BANK ON.
Sweet Wines are where things start to get sugary, and can have anywhere from 1 to 4 teaspoons per glass.
Traditional Margarita
Long Island Iced Tea
Rum & Coke
A TRADITIONAL 4-OUNCE MARGARITA HAS ABOUT 12 GRAMS OF SUGAR, BUT THIS CAN BE MORE IF YOUR MARGARIT IS MADE WIT H SLUSHIE INSTEAD OF ON THE ROCKS.
THE SODA, RUM, GIN, TRIPLE SEC, AND SWEET AND SOUR MIX IN THIS DRINK HAS IT TOPPING MANY LISTS FOR ITS SUGAR CONTENT AND CALORIE COUNT.
MIXING ANY ALCHOHOL WITH COKE UPS YOUR SUGAR INTAKE...IN THIS CASE, TO 55% OF YOUR DAILY DOSE.
Try Instead:
Try Instead:
Try Instead:
A sugar free margarita:
This ‘diet’ recipe to cut your sugar intake:
8.25 TEASPOONS
1 1/2 ounces tequila 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/4 cup water 1/4 teaspoon orange extract
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8.25 TEASPOONS
1 part gin, 1 part vodka, 1 part Blanco tequila, 1 part white rum, 1 part lemon juice, 1 packet Truvia, 8 drops orange extract, diet soda, to taste.
7 TEASPOONS
Using diet soda can cut the sugar content way down, but to cut soda altogether, try mixing lighter spiced rum with coconut water and lime juice.
The Bittersweet
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Gin and Tonic Don’t be fooled by the word ‘water’ - Gin
Sugar and alcohol are both processed in the liver, and both work overtime to dehydrate you. The result? A worse hangover than you expected.
and Tonics contain about 4 teaspoons of sugar, and it’s all thanks to the mix.
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Beer
Very Sweet Wines are the heavyweights, with over 5 teaspoons of sugar per glass.
Beer is full of carbohydrates, which can cause a spike in your blood sugar. But on the sugar scale, they rank about 0 (less than 1% of your daily intake, actually).
Vodka Cran
Cranberry is not as friendly as it pretends to be. A vodka cran typically contains 7.5 teaspoons of sugar, or 60% of your daily intake.
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MIND Depression More omega-3 may increase serotonin and reduce the risk of depression.
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Guiltless Gravy To cut cholesterol and lower your saturated fats, try swapping your turkey drippings for vegetable oil. For a less dramatic change, try a low-fat broth-based gravy or a vegetarian gravy instead.
Healthier Carbs Try adding moisture to your mashed potatoes without using butter or cream. For a naturally starchy and guilt-free solution, use the water that you boiled your potatoes in. Consider adding pureed cauliflower, turnips, or parsnips for additional nutritional value.
Stuffing Solutions Stuffing absorbs a lot of fat when its baking in a turkey, so try baking it in a casserole dish instead. Swap brown rice and grains as they have a much higher nutritional value.
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MANAGING MARIJUANA AT WHAT TO WORRY ABOUT
THE MAN AND THE MINI-HORSE IN THE MIDDLE WORK OFFICE SERVICE ANIMALS IN THE WORKPLACE
ADDICTION
animal is a Service Animal for a person with a disability if the animal can be easily identified as such, perhaps by the vest or harness worn by the animal. Alternatively, the person can provide documentation from one of the prescribed list of regulated health professionals, confirming the need for the service animal for reasons relating to the disability.
addiction is at play.
Daniel the duck, Stormy the parakeet and the Cali the Miniature horse have all made the news as Support Animals who provide disability assistance to their owners.
The upcoming legalization of recreational
Excessive use of marijuana, with or without
marijuana has some employers afraid
Employers and service providers will find that the references to a prescription, mayAnimal be indicative of an an employee to disclose if he While a Service has traditionally been understood to be a requiring Service Animals in Ontario’s legislation is a patchwork (i.e. some
that their employees will soon be taking
Further, an employer may make a rule
dog trained to assist someone who is visually impaired, increas-
regulations are limited to dogs while others are not, some require addiction.inglyAn employer cannot simply people have been relying on a range of animals to provide or she arrives atundergone work under the influence the animal to have specific training and harnesses assistance with a host of disabilities including anxiety, autism,
and others do not). Some institutions such as the University of
smoke breaks of a different kind, with
diabetes, mobility hearing loss. dismiss anPTSD, employee forissues useand during work
corresponding negative impacts on
There is no universal definition of what is considered a service of Support Animals in their Customer Service Standard. hours if there is suspicion or knowledge that animal. For example, under the US’s Americans with Disabilities justified in imposing discipline for this
productivity. Employers should rest assured
When it comes to a request to bring a Service Animal to work, as an addiction is at play. Atin some the circumstances same time, even if it arises an the addiction somewhat to my surprise, (trained) minia- breach, a starting point, employers ought from to approach request as it
that they are able to set parameters around
the employer is not required to keep an
or medical prescription hasthenot been Ontario Human Rights Code. Somethat questions Employer may
marijuana use at work; however there are
employee actively in his or her role while
disclosed.
important distinctions between medical and
impaired. In all cases of medical marijuana
recreational consumption.
treatment and potential addiction,
DRUG TESTING
MEDICAL MARIJUANA
obtaining information on limitations from an
Some employers have already had exposure to employees who are prescribed medical marijuana. The need for the medication triggers disability-related protection under Ontario’s Human Rights Code. This means that the employer is able to request information on when the employee will
Waterloo have taken a The very broad and inclusivemay approach to ensure safety. employer beand explicitly listed monkeys, ferrets, or miniature horses as examples
Act, Service Animals are limited to (trained) dogs and, I confess ture horses may also be considered Service Animals.
would any other request for accommodations covered under the
Meanwhile in Canada, Manitoba does not appear to limit its Service Animals to dogs and mini horses but instead allows animals “trained to be used by a person with a disability for reasons relating to his or her disability.” Presumably then any animal can be used as a Service Animal, provided that it has been trained to be used by a person with a disability. In Alberta, the legislation is focused on dogs and under the Service Dogs Act to qualify as a Service Dog the dog must not only be trained as a guide for a disabled person, it must also have certain qualifications prescribed by regulations.
employee’s doctor is critical. An employer
Ontario, there is neither a clear list of which animals might may needHere toingrant a Animal leavenorof absence qualify as a Service is there yet a universally accepted standard for certification or training for Service Animals.
How
without pay for an employee then to seek should Ontario employers treatment.
respond to an employee who discloses that they have, for example, an anxiety disorder and asks to bring his emotional Support Animal to work?
SETTING GROUND RULES
There are a number of pieces
want to consider include the following:
• Are there any reasons that the workplace must have a no-animal policy? •
Has the employee provided medical evidence to demonstrate the need for accommodation and that the use of a Service Ani-
Drug mal testing inforthe workplace is generally is required this particular accommodation? • Hashuman the employee stated whether the animal is trained to be offside rights legislation, unless
in a work environment and whether the animal will be under
the employee’s control at all times. (There not, however, any the role is safety-sensitive, theisemployer universal recognized standard for Support Animal training nor
is there any requirement in either the Ontario Human Rights has good torequires suspect an employee’s Code orreason the AODA that any training.)
impairment, and and theemployer employer access • Both the employee will want has to consider what will be required in order to allow the animal in the workplace
(i.e. regular breaks to allow the animal to around, relieve to testing that will produce anmove immediate itself, clean up responsibilities)
result about current impairment. Employers will also want to be mindful of the fact that while they
are accommodating one employee, the introduction of animals As for recreational use, an employer fully of legislationis that can provide into the workplace may trigger competing concerns for other emPOLICIES AND TRAINING some guidance, including the Rights Code and the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service, the second of which provides that an
justified in creating rules that Ontario stateHuman that
be under the influence and how it might
either consuming marijuana during the
impact upon an employee’s ability to
course of the workday or attending at work
ployees (who, for example, may be allergic or have phobias of certain animals).
A better approach is to ensure that all
This is an area of the law that is likely to continue to evolve over
the next few years. parties are aware of their rights. Employers
may be administered as effectively in a
are advised to create Drug and Alcohol under theCOLLEEN influence is prohibited, HOEY practices employment law unless at Mann Lawyers LLP, a full service law firm operating in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. This article is not intended to provide legal advice. Should you require legalpolicies advice, pleaseand contactHuman Mann Lawyers LLP at 613.722.1500 or Use Rights policies mannlawyers.com. a medicalvisitneed has been communicated. and orient their employees to them. Currently, such rules about no impairment Employees are encouraged to be open at work are expected and commonplace about addictions and medical use to avoid in the context of alcohol consumption. discipline. An employer may discipline a recreational Given the impairment caused by cannabis, marijuana user for breaking this rule, but
more discrete fashion than smoking, such
must take precautions to ensure that no
perform his or her role. The employer and employee should work together to come up with an appropriate accommodation plan to allow the employee to receive treatment and work at the same time, if possible, with safety a critical consideration. If the drug
regularly waft out of workplace smoking
as through oil or consumables, an employer may be able to request that it be taken in that manner, if it must be taken at work. An employer may assign certain tasks while an employee is under the influence and others when he or she is not. This is similar to the approach an employer would take if an employee was prescribed any other drug that causes impairment, with the added complication of smoking being prohibited indoors.
it is unlikely that marijuana fumes will
ALAYNA MILLER Alayna Miller practices Employment and Human Rights law at Mann Lawyers
sections once the substance becomes legal. This does not mean that workplaces won’t be touched by the drug at all, so it is wise to contemplate its presence in advance.
LLP, a full service law firm operating in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. This article is not intended to provide legal advice. Should you require legal advice, please contact Mann Lawyers LLP at 613.722.1500 or visit mannlawyers.
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BOYLE Hockey fans have watched Ottawa native Dan Boyle have an incredible 18-year career. However, unlike the majority of other great NHL defencemen, Boyle was not supposed to be great. In fact, he wasn’t even expected to make it at all. As an undersized teen, Boyle was told repeatedly that he was too small to ever reach the National Hockey League. This narrative was emphasized further when Boyle went undrafted to the NHL. While it would have been easy for him to give up on his dream, he used this adversity as fuel to drive him from that day forward. Over the course of the next few years, Dan Boyle went from being an NHL afterthought to one of the top defencemen in the National Hockey League. We caught up with the Ottawa native to hear about his incredible journey from growing up in Lowertown and knowing that few believed in him, to becoming a Stanley Cup and Olympic champion.>>>
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Tell us about your decision to play in the NCAA Versus going the more traditional Junior Route??
To go from feeling like a black sheep to being a critical part of a Stanley Cup winning team, that was quite an evolution over 5-6 years, wasn’t it?
I was an undersized player when I was growing up. When I was 16, I’m guessing I was about 140 pounds, maybe 5’9, and I wasn’t exactly seen as a hot commodity or prospect at the time (laughs). I don’t want to say I had given up the idea of playing in the NHL, but let’s just say I didn’t think it was a realistic possibility for me at that time. So I figured that I might as well take the college route, get a degree out of it and then see what happens after that. I got recruited to the University of Miami, fell in love with the campus-they had a great team at the time-so I pulled the trigger and really enjoyed my 4 years there.
I can talk for 5 hours alone about the experience and the journey of me going from feeling like a complete outcast to someone that was head to head with Zdeno Chara for playing the most minutes a night in the NHL. It was an amazing change for me. Winning the Stanley Cup wasn’t on my radar, playing in the league wasn’t on my radar, so to go from where I started, how I was feeling my first NHL camp... to winning the Stanley Cup is just surreal for me.
What did it feel like for you to not be drafted by an NHL team in your draft year? I didn’t really think that getting to the NHL was attainable because I’d been told back when I was 14,15,16 that if I wasn’t going to grow or get bigger then I was going to have no chance. I wasn’t a late bloomer, but I still became one of the top defencemen in the NCAA for a couple years and I had just been runner up for the Hobey Baker (the Award that goes each year to the top College Hockey Player). So to not be drafted, it definitely was frustrating, demoralizing and I was angry... but that was the fuel that motivated me for the rest of my career. I had that underdog mentality for my whole career and it all started with not being drafted. Who was the first person you called when you were signed by the Florida Panthers and why was it important that you called them on such an important day for you? To be honest, I don’t remember who I called – but if I were to guess, it would have to have been my parents. I spoke to my parents every day for all of the 18 years that I played. Signing with the Panthers was a big moment for me, but I was still a little skeptical as many guys sign with NHL teams but never make it, but at least it was a foot in the door.
What was it like for you to win the Stanley Cup in 2004? The bond you create with the guys, after going through 9 months of pain and torture and hard work and seeing how it all just comes together, to be able to celebrate with them and then with my family was just amazing. The night that we won the Stanley Cup was huge, but the night that I got to take the Cup home to my house in Ottawa, to bring it home here to my family and friends and to see the look on their faces... more than anything, that moment, that might be the best memory of the whole Cup winning experience for me. Can you describe what it was like for you to win the Gold Medal for Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics, playing in one of the most historic hockey games in history (the Gold Medal win over the United States)? I had gotten to play in a Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Finals, which was obviously very stressful as you wouldn’t think it would get more exciting than that, but I would have to say that the Gold Medal Game was probably the most stressed I’ve ever been going in. That being said, I think I had a very good game. We were scored on late in the 3rd period and I think we all felt the weight of 35 million Canadians on our shoulders, but we had a great locker room. I remember going into the locker room before overtime and obviously we had a lot of Hall of Famers and a lot of great players in that room. As stressful as it was, everyone was calm, and I think that’s why we ended up winning the game.
What was your first NHL training camp like for you? I was pretty quiet my first training camp, since I wasn’t a high draft pick. I was a little overwhelmed by it all. Pavel Bure was on the team at the time and he was a big star. There were players that I looked up to that I was skating with...I felt out of my league. To me, I was a black sheep there, I thought I was just some kid that they signed that no one had any expectations for. Looking back, that is probably the first and only time that I can say that I felt I didn’t really belong or deserve to be there.
“I HAD THAT UNDERDOG MENTALITY MY WHOLE CAREER AND IT ALL STARTED WITH NOT BEING
Who would you say is the hardest player you’ve played against over the years? I would have to say Peter Forsberg, when he was at the top of his game. Eric Lindros was pretty hard to play against, and over the last 10 years, I’d say Sidney Crosby has been the best player and hardest player to play against for sure. Looking back on your career, is there one accomplishment that you are most proud of? I would say overcoming adversity. A lot of guys get drafted, but there are a few of us-and I’m not the only one obviously-that are kinda kicked to the curb early, told we’re never going to make it, but I think I went on to have a great career. 18 years... and on the whole, overcoming what everyone thought I would be, overcoming what the scouts said I couldn’t do, the people and coaches that doubted me who said I had to grow, gain weight, change the way I play, and so on. Through all of that, I am most proud that I stuck to my guns, I played the game that I wanted to play and it ended up being a pretty successful career. I hope that I opened some eyes to how the position can be played and I’m happy that more and more guys today are playing the game that way. I am proud of that.
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Let’s talk a little about your life away from the rink. How has becoming a father changed you as a person?
I’m sure every dad says the same thing and thinks their kids are the best (laughs), but I honestly and truly believe that I am the happiest father ever, I love my kids so much. Anyone who sees me and knows me says the same thing to me, that they’ve never seen someone love their kids as much as I do. Has it changed me? It has been just the greatest gifts I’ve ever had. I love being at home. One of the biggest reasons I retired was it was killing me to be away from them and now I get to be with them all the time. It is absolutely the best thing in the entire world. When you do come home to Ottawa, you still train with Tony Greco. How long have you known Tony for and what makes him such a popular choice for hockey players to train with? (Laughs) Tony is a great guy and it’s a funny story. I met Tony through a friend, Richard Valente, and he told me that he had this guy who wanted to work me out, that he was a black belt martial artist... and I’m saying ‘Well how does that have anything to do with hockey?’ I thought It would be ridiculous (laughs)... but one time I decided to just go and try it out and it was the most amazing summer of working out I’ve ever had. I think at the time there might have just been 2 or 3 of us (NHL Players) working out, he only had the one spot, he was kinda an unknown back in those days. I’ve complimented Tony every which way possible, he’s great. Sometimes going to work out, you just get tired and don’t want to go. But with him, after 20 years, it’s always a different workout, he keeps it interesting, he keeps it different, he has a lot of creativity in the exercises and I think that is why you’re seeing what you’re seeing today and why he’s so successful. My workouts have changed a bit now that I’m retired, but when I’m in Ottawa I always go to the Lean + Fit and I absolutely love doing it.
Do you have any favourite restaurants or places you like to visit when you are in Ottawa? Richard Valente is one of my best friends but that’s not why I love Fratelli’s, I think it’s the place to be. As far as places to go, when I come back I usually stay out at my parents to Orleans, but I do take my kids to the museums and I like to show the kids where I grew up, which is in Lowertown. I always enjoy coming back here.
What is one piece of advice would you give to young athletes who aspire to follow in your footsteps, who may be facing similar adversity that you faced?
I would go back to believing in yourself, trusting yourself. Not everyone is going to be a first rounder, not everyone is going to be highly touted or have people in their corner. You have to start by believing in yourself. If you do start getting in a position where it’s getting harder and it looks like you’re not going to make it, like you could be be headed to the minors or you could end up being cut, my advice is to go out your way. I think a lot of players try to just do what they think they need to do-which can be tried and that’s fine. But for me, there was a point where I said, “if I’m going to go out, I’m going to go out playing Dan Boyle hockey; believing in myself’. And you know what? It worked out for me. So for the kids that are going through a tough time, I would say, believe in yourself. and if it’s not going to work out, put your best foot forward so that you don’t have any regrets.
“I PLAYED THE GAME THAT I WANTED TO PLAY.”
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S a y go o dby e to c rash diets, c raz y wo rkout plans , a nd stressin g abo u t life ev ents By committing to a personal trainer you are committing to yourself and your long term health. Combine
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have put in the hours to learn how to build
will only last a day or two. Personal training teaches you how to move, feed, and treat
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unique situation, goals, past injuries, and preferences into account and can program
Personal training can be life changing. You just have
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Fall Fashion Finds Women
Whether you dive into the deep purples or rise up to the challenge of bold red, you can never go wrong with staples that scream style but maximize minimalism.
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Megan Shaw joined CTV Ottawa as a reporter in June, 2015. Megan is thrilled to be living in the National Capital Region and bringing live, local, breaking news to the community.
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rior to joining CTV News, Megan worked as a video journalist for City News, and host at Breakfast Television in Edmonton.
egan began her broadcasting career in radio. She started at CKLW in Windsor doing live-broadcasts from events across the city. From there, she was hired as a reporter and news-weather-sports anchor for Peace River Broadcasting in Peace River, Alberta. Her first experience behind the camera came during her internships at Etalk Entertainment & CTV Toronto. Megan spent two years in Alberta before coming to CTV Ottawa in June 2015. She is happy to be back in Ontario, and closer to family and friends, especially her two nieces.
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side from storytelling, Megan is passionate about living a healthy, active lifestyle. She enjoys outdoor activities, going to the gym, and being with friends and family. Megan was born and raised in Windsor, Ontario. he received an honours BA for a double major in Communication, Media, Film (CMF) & English from the University of Windsor.
As well as a diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Seneca College. She is fluent in French.
“BE YOURSELF, WORK HARD AND BE KIND. IT SOUNDS VERY SIMPLE, BUT IF YOU TREAT THOSE AS WORDS TO LIVE BY, AMAZING OPPOURTUNITIES WILL COME.”
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hen did you know you wanted to be a journalist/reporter? I’ve always had a passion for storytelling and knew as early as high school that I wanted to pursue a career in media.
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hroughout your career you’ve been to many places in Canada including Edmonton, Toronto, Windsor, and Peace River, Alberta. What is the place you’ve enjoyed the most? It is impossible to pick one. Windsor will always have a special place in my heart, it’s where I grew up, and where my family and closest friends are. Since moving, every city/ town I have been to has given me these invaluable experiences that have led me to where I am today. I am thankful for all of them!
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hat is the best advice you’ve ever received?
Be yourself, work hard, and be kind. It sounds very simple, but if you treat those as words to live by, amazing opportunities will come.
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hat is a moment in your career you will never forget?
I will always remember my very first day at CTV News Ottawa. A deer was on the loose and we ran around town chasing it. It was my first story for our 6 o’clock show– followed by my first live-hit with the station.
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hat is your best advice for people who are camera shy?
Keep at it! Practice in the mirror, practice on camera, and do not over think it. If you try to memorize lines you will likely mess up trying to remember them. Know what you want to say, and be natural in your delivery. If you just keep doing it, it eventually becomes a completely normal thing to do.
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hat is your best advice for people who are camera shy?
When I’m not working you can find me visiting family/friends, or I’ll be out doing some type of exercise: spin class, yoga, the gym, or taking a long walk.
What are the top three stories you’ve reported on that have changed or impacted you? Over the years I have covered many difficult or important stories to our community. Most recently, the Ottawa floods left our crew emotional and exhausted as we watched the powerful rain affect so many lives across the capital region. A story that impacted me is one from a few years ago. A a couple that was married 63 years, were put into different care homes due to different care needs. The family was fighting to bring them together, and they came to the media to share their experience. Sadly, the husband passed before they were able to be reconnected, but they had an entire com-
munity, even country, talking about changing policies.
Finally, this summer I had the chance meet ‘Kanata 5’ crash survivor, Robert Wein, who inspired me greatly. Wein suffered a brain injury and severe damage to both his legs when he was struck by a vehicle riding his bicycle in 2009. Since, he has started an annual Brain Injury Awareness Walk raising money for those with brain injuries. FACES MAGAZINE | 73
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It depends if I am on the go, or if I have the time to sit and eat. Socially, I love meeting friends at Mati on Preston, or Joeys Restaurant. My favourite restaurant right now is Coconut Lagoon for the best indian food! If I’m just grabbing something quickly I will usually stop for sushi at Sushi Fresh next to work, or pick up a salad from Green Rebel.
I would tell myself to be patient and that great opportunities are around the corner if you work hard. I would also say to anyone starting out to be a sponge – and just absorb all the information you can. If someone if willing to take the time to teach you something new – grab that chance!
iving in the National Capital Region, what are your top 5 spots to grab dinner at?
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ou live a very active lifestyle and enjoy outdoor activities. What are your favourite things to do outside in the fall?
Fall is one of my favourite seasons! I love just getting a tea and walking around the city or the market, I like to visit Gatineau Park for Rhapsody, take my nieces pumpkin or apple picking, take in a Redblack’s game, or visit some of the great festivals or events happening around the city.
hat advice would you give to your younger self, just starting out in your career?
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inally, what’s next for you?
Everyday I’m working to improve my skills, and find stories that matter to Ottawa. I continue to report, produce, and anchor at CTV News Ottawa. I hope to continue to meet amazing people in this city, and tell their stories. @meganshawctv
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THE SLANT OF YOUR WRITIING TELLS HOW OUTGOING YOU ARE
DECODE YOUR HANDWRITING Have you ever wondered what your signature says about you? Decode your signature with these expert insights into the study of graphology.
HOW YOUR LETTERS CONNECT SHOWS HOW YOU THINK
The slant of your writing gives insight into how sociable you are. The more extreme of a slant, the more introverted or extraverted you will be. If your handwriting slants to the right, graphology says that you tend to be more outgoing. Writing that slants to the left belongs to those who are more shy. If your writing has no slant, then you tend to be guarded, but more independent. If you’re left handed, then the opposite characteristics apply.
LETTER SPACING REVEALS YOUR NEED FOR SPACE
How you connect your letters gives graphologists an insight into your mind. If all of your letters connect when writing cursive, you are probably more of a logical, rational person. If they don’t connect, graphology says you are more creative and less practical.
The farther apart your letters are, the more space you tend to need around other people. If they are far, chances are that you don’t like crowds. If your letters are usually meticulously closer together, graphology suggests that you actually get your energy from being around other people.
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Unqualified But Free Love Advice
YOUR TINDERING IS GETTING TIRED. Even if you're achieving your #tindergoals with every swipe, it's time to switch it up. Here's why everything you think you want from tinder, is not what you actually want.
YOU MAY BE SWIPING AWAY YOUR CONFIDENCE. When you approach that girl or guy in the coffee shop, you give them 25 reasons to reject you. You could have food in your teeth, your smile may be reminiscent of an ex. When you swipe right on Tinder, you’re only giving them one reason...your face.
YOU’RE MATCHING PEOPLE PLAYING THE SAME GAME. We’re not using the word desperate... we’re just saying that meeting up with your tinder date will never be as exhilarating as walking across the bar to finally say hi to the person you’ve been eyeing all night.
YOU DON’T STAND OUT. (AND WE KNOW YOU WANT TO STAND OUT) You probably think you stand out on Tinder. We’re here to tell you that you don’t. But being the only one not lowering your search parameters? That will do the trick.
IT BECOMES A CRUTCH. We’ve checked every inspirational quote on Tumblr, and so far practice is the only thing that makes perfect. Simply put, if you’re always tindering, you’ll lose your game in person.
TINDER ON THE MIND
outcomes than those who either use online dating websites or don’t use any dating technologies at all. In terms of Instant Gratification psychological conditioning, Tinder’s interface is perfectly constructed Social psychologist Jeanette Purvis says that like many apps today, Tinder to encourage this rapid swiping. Since users don’t know which swipe is a recipe for impatience: will bring the “reward” of a match, “I’ve analyzed hundreds of surveys, Tinder uses a variable ratio reward interviews and internet posts from schedule, which means that potential Tinder users matches will be randomly dispersed. describing their It’s the same reward system used experiences in slot machines, video games and with the app. even during animal experiments My preliminary where researchers train pigeons to results suggest continuously peck at a light on the Tinder users wall.” do, in fact, have different
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THE BEST LOVES COME WITH NO WARNINGS. We know matching with that tall blonde may feel like love at first swipe, but really, the best relationships are the ones where you fall in love with someone’s flaws. Put down your phone, and wait for those unexpected matches.
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TYSEN'S MISSION OTTAWA’S OWN TYSEN LEFEBVRE IS WORKING TO BRING 100 WISHES TO CHILDREN LIVING WITH CRITICAL ILLNESSES.
hat did you accomplish by the W time you were 18 years-old? Personally, I had graduated high
school, earned my G2 and worked a part-time job. Oh, and I played some football and rugby. Did I mention I had been to Gatineau a few times to drink Lucky Lager? I guess you could say I was an average to below average kid. Tysen Lefebvre is above average – he’s exceptional. At 18, Tysen is on a mission to raise $1,000,000 for Make-A-Wish. But he needs your help. Within a few months, Tysen hopes to raise the last $225,000 to complete his Mission to a Million. That money will help 100 local children living with illnesses realize their wish through Make-AWish. We caught up with Tysen to hear more about his mission to a million.
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hat obstacles did you have to overcome to get to where you are today?
I have Pfeiffer Syndrome Type 2, which is a craniofacial genetic disorder. By the time I was 5 years-old I had spent half of my life in the hospital. Since then, I’ve undergone numerous surgeries.
Now you are helping others achieve their wishes through Make-A-Wish. What is Tysen’s Mission to a Million all about? I launched Tysen’s Mission to a Million in 2013 with the goal of raising $1,000,000 for Make-A-Wish. Each wish costs about $10,000, so I’m working to adopt 100 wishes for local children like me who are living with critical illnesses. You can learn more by going to www.MissionToAMillion.ca.
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nate at www.MissionToAMillion.ca or contact me at info@missiontoamillion.ca. When you’re not dedicating your time to helping others, what do you like to do with your free time? What free time? It’s all about my mission right now! (Oh, and school!) What advice do you have for young people looking to make a difference in their community? First, find a charity close to your heart and that you are passionate about. Then, stick to it until you reach your goal or until you’re satisfied. Dream big or go home!
I’M WORKING TO ADOPT 100 WISHES FOR LOCAL CHILDREN LIKE ME WHO ARE LIVING WITH CRITICAL ILLNESSES. You were granted a wish through Make-a-Wish. What was it like meeting Adam Sandler? It was amazing! It was like getting together with a family member I hadn’t seen in years. What’s your favourite Adam Sandler movie? All of them. But if I had to choose it would be Happy Gilmore and The Longest Yard.
How close are you to your goal of raising $1,000,000? As of today, 75 days before the end of my mission, I have raised over $775,000 and adopted 71 wishes. I need to raise another 225k to reach the million and adopt 100 wishes! Where can we learn more about this wonderful cause or donate? If you’re interested, you can do-
For young people in Ottawa looking to make a difference, they can sign up to become my teammates on my website and help me reach my Mission to a Million.
Help Tysen’s Mission go to www.missiontoamillion.ca to learn more and donate.
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Museum Date
Ottawa’s Best
Did you know that many museums in Ottawa have a scheduled times for anyone to visit absolutely free of charge? Every Thursday, the Canadian Museum of History and Canadian War Museum both offer free admission from 4pm8pm as well as the Canadian Museum of Nature and National Gallery of Canada from 5pm8pm. Can’t do a Thursday? No problem, the Aviation and Space Museum is open every day from 4pm-5pm.
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The Port Elmsley Drive In Less than an hour away from Ottawa, Port Elmsley’s DriveIn shows halloween classics throughout the fall and is a great date option.
Pumpkinferno Just an hour outside of Ottawa, Pumpkinferno is an 1860s village decorated with over 7,000 hand carved pumpkins. Admission is only $16.00 per adult.
Drinks at a Board Game Lounge Ottawa has multiple board game lounges - places to have dinner and drinks while trying your hand at a huge library of board games. The Loft Board Game Lounge is right in the heart of downtown and has over 900+ games for you and your date to choose from - a night of entertainment for only $6.00 per person.
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Free Comedy Night in Hintonburg Every Friday night at the Wellington Eatery, watch a variety of comedians, some coming all the way from across Canada, completely free.
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HE WHO DARES WINS.
What advice do you have for anyone trying to get into the music industry? My advice is just to be prepared. If you’re going to seriously attempt making music, it takes a budget to invest. It takes time and energy. You’re better off coming in with an investor because it gets expensive. Also, stay consistent. It’s about QUALITY and QUANTITY.
NEVER GIVE UP ON YOURSELF
Tell is about your latest single.
Comment on the hip hop/music scene in Ottawa.
The single I’ve recently released is a song and
It’s definitely come a long way. We’ve got a
video called “Cuban Link”. Really the base
lot of super dope artists of all kinds here. We
of the song was created about a Cuban link
just gotta keep working and be ready to shine
chain. The visuals are based on the Miami/
when the spotlight falls on us. We also have
Cuban feel and a Scarface theme, again with
to learn to support our own. People don’t
Tony Montana being Cuban I felt it worked
seem to understand if one person makes it, it
perfectly. We put a lot of energy into it and
brings attention to the city which is better for
I’m really proud of it.
everyone. Similar to what Drake has done for Toronto. But people will wake up eventually.
What is FYO?
What’s next for you? Any works-in-progress that you’re focusing on at the moment? I am still currently promoting the 5 song EP I released at the end of June titled “Tried To Tell You”. I have now released visuals for 3 of the 5 songs on the EP all available on YouTube now. But I’m always working. I’m working towards releasing the FYO clothing line. You can keep up with that on Instagram @fyo_world. More music, more videos, more of everything on the way! What’s one of your songs you’re most proud?
FYO is a brand I created. It stands for FIND
What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in your career?
YOUR OWN. It’s about clothing, music and a
To me the biggest challenge in music is build-
Gotchu”. It is probably the song that means
way of life.
ing a loyal fan base. It’s definitely a slow grind.
the most to me to date. It’s just deep. I talk
But as long as you stay consistent it helps for-
about some real situations on that song and
Where do you get inspiration from?
sure. It’s hard to keep people’s attention in
I feel like I released some negative energy by
My inspiration comes from my life experienc-
this instagram-short-attention-span genera-
putting it into music. To me it’s a classic. Peo-
es. Growing up in lower income neighbour-
tion. Another big challenge is trying to grow
ple just haven’t really heard it yet. The ones
hoods, and you see a lot of different walks of
musically. People get used to certain music
who have heard it will co-sign.
life. Everything I’ve been through in life and
coming from you so it’s hard to change or ex-
my goals keep me motivated.
periment without negative feedback.
I have a song and video online titled “I
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AS A HOST, THANKSGIVING CAN BE A DAUNTING TEST OF YOUR PATIENCE. BUT THANKFULLY, WE’RE HERE TO HELP.
A Beginner’s Guide to: Basting a Turkey Did you offer to host Thanksgiving this year, but have absolutely no idea what basting even means? Don’t worry we have you covered with these simple instructions on how to baste your turkey.
Baste (v) /bāst/ to pour juices or melted fat over during cooking in order to keep it moist and delicious.
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Your first step is thawing your turkey. You can either do this by placing your turkey in the fridge or in cold water. Then, be sure to wash, stuff and fix the turkey.
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they arrive. You’ll have the latest news on the happenings in their lives—every post being perfect small-talk material.
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someone has gotten a new car, haircut, promotion, or even a sweater, give them the compliment they’re probably waiting for. It will make them happy, and they will most likely have a lot to say about their big accomplishment.
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feel your conversational powers failing. Pass the torch to that one family member who is a rambler. They just need some fuel for their fire. Ask them a question – if they have any new stories to share.
team’s hat, the watch you got for your birthday, or your varsity sweater. This gives other family members who may not know a lot about you, something to talk about with you.
A quick tip for getting out of a boring conversation fast:
Bring someone else in. Loop in an innocent bystander with “what do you think about this?” After a minute of conversation, excuse yourself for another drink.
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04. BASTING After every thirty minutes, take your turkey out and, with a turkey baster, gather
Place the turkey (in a roast
the liquid from the bottom
pan) in your preheated
of your roast pan to gently
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pour overtop. You can also
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add extra seasonings, too.
minutes so find a timer.
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Cooking a turkey can take
turkey back up with its tin
anywhere from 3 - 6 hours,
foil after every baste, to
so patience is key.
ensure it cooks properly.
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the breast and look at the juice that’s
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released. The liquid needs to be clear
your turkey.
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CANADIAN BOXING CHAMPION
LENNOX LEWIS LEGEND By the turn of the century, Lennox Lewis had established himself as the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, and arguably Britain’s greatest boxer. But long before he was trading blows with men like Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson, Lewis was learning his craft out of Kitchener, Ontario, having moved there from his home city of London as a boy. >>>
Having made it to the ’84 and ’88 Olympic Games under the maple leaf banner, Lewis set about proving himself on the world stage – eventually going so far to as to capture the gold medal for Canada in the super-heavyweight division. The last boxer to have won gold for Canada, Lewis’ professional career built on this success and led to record-breaking bouts against
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a host of boxing’s biggest competitors. Here, Lewis chats exclusively to Faces about his early memories of sport in Canada, his life post-retirement, and the ways in which he is giving back to the community that raised him and the country that gave him the tools to become the undisputed champion of the world.
Photo by Al Bello
THE INTERVIEW IF WE GO BACK TO THE START OF YOUR CAREER, WHAT ARE YOUR MEMORIES OF YOUR LIFE IN CANADA?
LEWIS: Most of
my life living there was an athletic life. It was always basketball, football, in my early ages, and then discovering boxing and realizing it was an individual sport and you don’t have to depend on a team. So, it was easier for me to get into
and adapt into and it all depended on me. I went to two Olympics with Canada, in ‘84 and ‘88. I lost in ‘84 to Tyrell Biggs, and then beat him 3 years later in professional, in 3 rounds, knocking him out, stopping him, just to show how much I’d improved >>>
THREE TIMES A CHAMPION Lennox Lewis celebrates with all three championship belts after winning the World Heavyweight Championship unification fight against Evander Holyfield at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada November 13, 1999. Lewis won the fight by a unanimous decision. Photo by Al Bellonisi
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“I lived by the rules, I was very focused. And just like I’m doing now, I always do things my way.”
since the Olympics. This was a man who beat me in the last Olympics and then I’m coming back and beating him as a professional. So that was good for me to get back at him like that – and shows how I changed from my time in Canada to becoming a champion on the professional stage.
You mentioned preferring outside training to being in the gym - does that stem from your time in Canada? It did definitely come from there. I liked to train alone - for some odd reason, I like going up into the mountains. The Pocono Mountains were my favourite place to train, I trained there all the time. The Razor Ruddock fight, I was coming from the mountains. Frank Bruno, coming from the mountains; I had the mountains behind me.
Is there a parallel universe where Lennox Lewis isn’t a boxer? It was always boxing. One time I went down to Lackawanna, Buffalo, to play basketball for my high school. Everybody was 5’5”, and I was like 6’ 5” - and every time I went up for a basket I had five guys
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jumping over me, jumping higher than me, every time. And they were all like 5’5”. I realised quickly that basketball wasn’t going to be my sport. What I did find was that all the sports I did play really helped my boxing. The footwork and handwork in basketball and football, or table tennis for eye co-ordination and quickness, volleyball for quickness, anticipation; all of the different sports I did during my time in Canada really fed into and helped the boxing.
You were the flag bearer for Canada at the ’88 Olympics, how did that feel? It was great. Being in two Olympics was great, and to be able to carry the flag and be the flag bearer was unbelievable - I still have my t-shirt from that day!
Do you put your Olympic gold up there with your world titles? Yes, it is. Although no one remembers the bronze in ‘84 - only the gold in ‘88. I don’t know - I was one of these athletes, for some reason, I didn’t want silver or bronze. I only wanted gold. Nobody remembers the silver medallist.
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CONTINUED DO YOU KEEP AN EYE ON CANADIAN BOXERS? I’ve actually opened a League of Champions Foundation for kids, and we’ve done four camps in Jamaica, and then we put one in Kitchener, Waterloo - that’s my hometown where I started boxing. And it’s been really well received. I’ve noticed already with the Kitchener site, there are more girls boxing out of Kitchener than anywhere else so there must be something in the water! I have to admit, when female box-
ing first came out I wasn’t really with it, but then I realised these girls want the same things I got out of boxing, they want those same things, so there’s no reason why not. People like Laila Ali, she was my first female boxer I liked she was great!
DID YOUR CAREER CHANGE WHEN YOU BECAME A PARENT? What I did was I watched for it, so that it couldn’t change me at all. I retired be-
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fore that actually happened. That was very much a conscious decision, because I couldn’t understand people taking the sport so seriously when you have a kid on the way and you’re travelling with your family. The focus isn’t on you then it’s on your child. Once you become a parent you have to forget about yourself, it’s all about the kid. I was selfish when I was a fighter. There were situations where girls would want a baby, and they would want it now. And as an athlete you have to watch out for that and make sure it doesn’t happen to you because it can make your career a lot shorter, and life a lot quicker.
Would you want your kids to follow you? I want them to do what they want to. They don’t have to fight. I didn’t have to fight. I look at my son now, he’s in drama class. When I went to see him at his school, everyone was shaking my hand saying ‘wow, your son’s a good singer, he’s a good actor’ I was like S***! This is kind of weird’; I thought people would be shaking my hand saying he’s a great fighter, he’s going to be a champion!
What advice would you give to a young boxer looking to emulate your success? Set goals. Set limits where you want to reach. For me, I was in Canada, so I wanted to be Ontario champion. When I was Ontario champion I wanted to be Canadian champion, I wanted to represent Canada. When I was representing Canada, they sent me away on trips, I wanted to win all the trips - and when you start winning there people are saying to you ‘well that was the number four in the world, that was the number seven’ and you start to say ‘OK...you’re pretty high up there!’ But you’re not really seeing that movement, all you’re seeing is that you did a lot of work, you threw a billion jabs, a billion right hands, and it’s getting you somewhere. You’re able to travel to different regions of the world and display your skill - and what you’re displaying is something good, it’s natural, and you’re gaining from that. You’re gaining because you’re winning, and people are looking at you and writing about you and so on.
Did you keep the potential purse separate from the professional win? That was an easy one for me - they never remember how much money you make, they only remember what you’ve achieved.
Your fight with Mike Tyson was huge at the time what made him different as an opponent? It was the allure of both of us. For him, he was a rebel in the ring. he wants to hurt you - we all heard him say about punching the bone into my head and this and that. He looked at it all in a sadistic way, I looked at it in a sport-
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ing way. I’m trying to match my skill against yours and gain more points in this fight.
Was that your greatest knockout? Not the Tyson fight - I’d say the Rock Rahman fight. He was a guy that had beaten me - he hyped it up. What people don’t realise is that I had to chase this guy around the world to three different judges to get him to fight me again - he couldn’t fight anyone else because he’d signed an agreement saying that he’d do the rematch with me. That was my greatest knockout - there was so much in it. There was so much hard work outside of the ring before, as well.
What do you do to relax these days? There are so many things that are possible - commentating, League of Champions, going to different events and dinners, looking after my kids and business opportunities. A lot of my friends wanted me to get involved in the record business, but the whole thing changed, and you didn’t need a manager anymore you could just put your stuff out on the internet, you didn’t need a label anymore. So, there’s different aspects and things I can get involved. I’ve done a little promotion, a little management. Now I’m managing a couple of fighters, from Jamaica, so I’m looking at other fighters and helping them with their career. My career is done now so it’s time for me to give back and help other young prospects and fighters out there to achieve their goals.
Are you hoping that that extends to Canada too? Of course – and that’s why I chose Kitchener to hold my League of Champions camp over places like London and Birmingham. I want to do camps in those places eventually, but I wanted to give back to Canada because it was the place I learned my trade and I was given the opportunities to become a champion. I always say that I had to leave Canada in order to further my boxing career – and I don’t want other kids to have to do that, really, I want them to be able to come to Canada to progress. Funding is a massive issue. I look at the Olympics sometimes and there isn’t even a full team of boxers – in Rio, there were no heavyweights. It was a big disappointment. So obviously money is a big issue, because you’re trying to attract the best talent, the best trainers, and keep them on.
What do you hope your legacy as an athlete is, and continues to be? A person who did it his way... I lived by the rules, I was very focused. And just like I’m doing now, I always do things my way.
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13 Questions with Ottawa Senators Forward
MAX C M CORMICK
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n 2011 you were drafted by the Senators in the 6th round, and then went on to play in the NCAA at Ohio State for 3 years. What made you decide to play in the NCAA and what was your experience like at Ohio State?
I knew growing up that I wanted to go the college route, which is pretty common for Americans. Growing up in Wisconsin I was looking at maybe playing for the Badgers. When I was getting recruited there, the assistant coach ended up getting the head coaching job at Ohio State. I went down there for a visit, loved the campus and ended up committing there and playing there for 3 years.
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quite a few bus trips so you definitely get to know the guys pretty quick. I would say it was a good bonding experience for everyone on the team. Can you describe the day you were first called up to the Senators? I remember I was at the rink warming up before practice when Luke Richardson called me into his office and let me know that I was going to be called up and was going to be playing the next night in Ottawa against Phoenix. Obviously that was super exciting and I wanted to call my family and friends right away, but I couldn’t because I was at the rink and had practice so I had to sit on it for a couple hours. I couldn’t wait to get out of the rink to call my parents and tell them because I knew it would be really special for them as well. What was it like walking into the Senators dressing room for the first time? Were there some guys that really helped you along those first few games?
After your time in the NCAA, you began playing in the AHL in Binghamton. What were some of your favourite experiences of your first year in the AHL? You play a lot more games so it was an adjustment playing that often. There’s also the difference in the players you are competing with. You get to play with a variety of guys that are a lot older, that have families and guys that had great careers in the NHL. Overall it was pretty awesome to be around those guys and the coaches and to have the opportunity to learn from them. There were obviously
It was definitely nerve wracking walking into the dressing room for the first time, getting ready to play my first NHL game. I had known a few of the guys from development camps in the past but I remember specifically Mark Borowiecki and Chris Neil both reached out to me and made sure that I felt comfortable walking into that dressing room. They pulled me aside and reminded me I was there for a reason and just to focus on playing my game. Anything I did on the ice, whether it was big or small, them and most of the guys were pumping my tires just to make me feel good which I think helped me get my confidence going. Your first NHL goal was scored against Roberto Luongo and the Florida Panthers. What are your memories of that goal? Did it make it more special that it was against one of the greatest NHL goalies of this generation? Yes I remember it exactly. I remember I came off the bench and I was just coming into the offensive zone, Pager was on the forecheck and their defenceman tried to make a pass to their centreman swinging through and it ended up bobbling and
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landing right on my stick. When I shot it I heard it hit the post but I wasn’t really sure if it went in or not until I saw the ref point and and then all the guys came in to give me a hug. I remember they kept me on the ice after the goal and when they announced it the crowd gave me a standing ovation, I just remember getting chills... definitely a moment I’ll never forget. Do you have any favourite restaurants or places to go around town? A lot of time that I’ve spent here has been in the hotel, so I go to Fratelli’s in Kanata quite often. The guys like to give me a hard time because I basically get the same meal every time. Sometimes I think ‘maybe I should try something new’ but then I risk getting something I don’t like as much! Needless to say, I’ve been there a bunch of times and love it. What is the best concert you’ve seen live over the years? What other music do you listen to the most? The best concert was probably the Kenny Chesney concert. I saw him at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, which is my hometown. We had all my family friends there with a huge tailgate setup and it was an amazing concert at a great venue. As far as music genres I’m kind of all over the place, my playlists are just so random because there’s some rock, rap, pop, country...a bit of everything. What is your pre-game routine on game days? Do you have a particular ritual you follow before every game? I have the same routine everyday but nothing too crazy. I like to always eat my pre-game meal after morning skate and then I go home and hang out for a bit usually have a nap. Then I come to the rink and get ready for the game. What is your favourite city to visit on the road and why? I think my favourite city to visit on the road is Chicago. It’s the closest team to my hometown so I always have a bunch of family and friends come which is always nice to see them and be able to play close to home.
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Do you go back to Wisconsin often? Are you a Packers fan? What do you think about their chances this upcoming NFL season? I spend my summers in Wisconsin and a bunch of my friends and family are there in the summer so I get to see them. We spend a lot of time on the lake because that’s kind of the big thing to do there, so that’s pretty much how I spend my summers. I am a Packers fan, it’s pretty hard not to be when you grow up right in Green Bay. I’m usually pretty optimistic, I’m not a fan that’s critical or hard on them, I’m just there to watch and enjoy the games. Did you play any other sports growing up? Through middle school I played baseball and a little bit of football, and I actually played on the golf team my freshman and sophomore year in high school. My high school hockey coach was also one of the golf coaches so that’s how I ended up doing that... but pretty much from high school on it was all hockey. Tell us a little about your hockey camp. What made you start it? I just finished my first professional year and I wanted to do something in my community back home so I started bouncing some ideas back and forth with my dad and we ended up deciding to start a youth hockey school. I’ve done it for four summers in a row next year will be the fifth year and we’ve been getting a better turnout every year and the kids seem to really enjoy it. All of the counsellors are guys that are my hometown friends or guys I played with recently so we always have a good time with it. @mccomax17
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What would you tell yourself if you could go back in time to the 2011 Draft?
“I would tell myself that there’s going to be a lot of ups and downs ahead, and to stay in the moment and work on getting better everyday. Don’t worry about things you can’t control. Always believe in yourself.
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