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4-7 | Jeff Dunham

MAGAZINE DIRECTORY

8-11 | CeeLo Green

37 | Trailer Park Boys

Publisher Hank’s Paw Publishing (A division of 2384399 Ontario Ltd.) Creative/Art Director Vicky Sun Operations Director Joshua Chartrand Communications Director Kelly Tranmer Photographers Greg Kolz Leonard “Yoni” Sambo Heather Pollock Dustin Rabin Alexander Stein Flavia Schaub Patrick Hoelck Primary Wave Music Freshh Anderson Sean Sisk Jeff Dunham – LEG-Corp Anil Mungal/Sportsnet Michael Burns/Curling Canada Cover Photo Jeff Dunham - LEG-Corp

38 | REDBLACKS Grey Cup Run

12-14 | Blue Rodeo

39 | Barenaked Ladies

Contributors Kimberley Brooks Duong Hoang Melissa Baumann Kenzie Dunsmuir Ryan Brown Dr. Daniel Harrison Jennifer Davis Jessica Maneiro Chloe Vialaret Evan Childerhose Elissa Bernard Marco Trunzo Richard Giroux SensChirp Accounting / Finance Linda Zhang Contact 613-591-6093 info@facesmag.ca @facesottawa www.facesmag.ca 3

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COVER STORY

JEFF DUNHAM

COMEDIAN COMES TO CAPITAL

Photo by Jeff Dunham - LEG-Corp

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f you haven’t had one of those deep belly-roll-laugh-so-hard-you cry laughs recently, pull up some of Jeﬀ Dunham’s videos and you won’t be disappointed. Finding his talent at a young age, Dunham has been able to perfect his craft and grow into one of the most popular comedians in the world. Don’t believe us? Dunham’s “A Very Merry Christmas Special” was the most watched telecast in the history of Comedy Central. Got your attention now? FACES had the very fortunate opportunity to ask Jeﬀ Dunham some questions about his rise to fame and some of his hobbies that you may not expect. We can’t wait to see him live on January 16th at the CTC.

How did you get your start in comedy? I taught myself ventriloquism at the age of nine, so trying to be funny has been part of my life, almost from the beginning. However, I don’t think I officially entered the comedy ‘industry’ until 1988. When I moved out to Los Angele, I realized that if I was going to compete with the big boys and become a headliner in major comedy clubs, I’d have to make sure I was an actual comedian who happened to use ventriloquism as the vehicle for the comedy. Rather than simply being an amusing variety act. Who was your role model growing up? Edgar Bergen. He was the Seinfeld of the radio era, with a No.1 radio program for almost 10 years. His characters (ventriloquist dummies) were vivid and believable, and the writing on his show, in that day and time, was cutting edge and funny. He didn’t do ventriloquist ‘tricks’… What would be the point? It was radio. Instead, he created believable and lovable characters that the country fell in love with. Do you have a favorite character for your live shows? Yes; whichever one got the biggest laughs that night. What has been your biggest accomplishment to date? Besides this interview you mean? I would say it’s a four-way tie between this and my first spot on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson in 1990, my first special on Comedy Central in 2006 and my NBC prime time special this past fall.

How did owning and restoring the Batmobile come about? I have two: a Keaton one used in the production of “Batman Returns”, and a fantastic replica of the ’66 Adam West television version. The Keaton was first for me, and when it showed up at an auction, I couldn’t resist. We spent many months making it street legal, drivable and fantastic, with upgrades like an LS7 Corvette engine and a remote controlled rolling canopy. A repaint to screen-perfect was the final amazing touch. When you were younger, what did your friends think of your passion? I’m assuming you’re talking about ventriloquism and not with girls… I grew up in a great neighborhood with fellow classmates and teachers and a family that were nothing but encouraging and supportive. If anyone made fun of me, I never saw it. But, I also think what helped with acceptance was that on stage, I made fun of things that no one else could… The school, the principal, the cafeteria, etc. Maybe it created an odd level of ‘cool’. I like to think so…. I’m the first to admit that it’s an odd hobby. What was the character of your first ventriloquist and what was his/her name? You mean the dummy? He was a toy version of Edgar Bergen’s Mortimer Snerd… They still sell him today. How do you prepare yourself before a performance? I make sure I have the right material for that particular audience. As for rituals, pretty much nothing. I don’t do anything special with my voice, except not talk much the day of the show, and then some Throat Coat tea to keep the throat and voice in shape. If it’s at all not just right, then that’s about it. Oh, right before I walk on stage, I check for anything hanging out of my nose and make sure the zipper is up.

“WHY SET A GOAL THAT ISN’T THE BIGGEST AND BEST OF WHAT YOU CAN IMAGINE? IF YOU DO, YOU’RE SELLING SHORT YOUR OWN ABILITIES.”

COVER STORY

If comedy didn’t end up working out for you, what could you see yourself doing [today or in the past]? Possibly radio, but I love building things and working on anything mechanical. I’m also a licensed helicopter pilot, so possibly something in aviation. But in reality, I have no idea. I left myself no escape route. Were you nervous about introducing Achmed the Dead Terrorist following 9-11? Of course. If I hadn’t been, you could classify me as a moron. What I was nervous most about

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was making sure that everyone could laugh at what I was doing. I wrote his first material imagining that relatives of people killed in 9-11 were in the crowd…. What would they laugh at? What would be okay to make fun of? Certainly nothing to do with 9-11… It was all about Osama and co. Where do you get the inspiration for your characters? Real life. I create characters that I think a majority of the audience can identify with.

How do you balance your extensive work schedule with your personal life? Carefully and with a very understanding, loving and supportive wife. Did you ever imagine growing up that you would have the success you have today? Of course. Why set a goal that isn’t the biggest and best of what you can imagine? If you do, you’re selling short your own abilities. What do your kids think of your profession? I actually don’t know. My girls are now 18, 20

“I LEFT MYSELF NO ESCAPE ROUTE.”

and 24, and my twin boys are 2 months. When my girls were very young, it was just fun for them, I think. By the time they reached the age that it would be embarrassing, I was on Comedy Central with Achmed, and there was then a level of ‘cool’. So I think it’s been positive for most of their lives. As for the boys… We’ll see! But their stuffed animals can ALL talk!

“RotorWay”.

What’s one thing people would be surprised to learn about you? I have built three full-sized, licensed helicopters and flown them all for many hours. Google

Twitter: @jeffdunham

You’re coming to Ottawa on Jan. 16. Having been to Canada before, how do you like the country? Come on! It’s GREAT! Seriously, I always have a fine time with our neighbors to the north!

Photo by Flavia Schaub Photography HR

FEATURES

CeeLo Gre

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FACES Interview with Music Star Known for his soul, in his music and personality, Grammy-award winning artist CeeLo Green has had massive success throughout his career. Even though he is known internationally, has performed at the Super Bowl and other major events, won multiple awards and sold out shows around the world, he remains humble and down to earth about his successes. FACES had the fortunate opportunity to speak with CeeLo about his new album release, Heart Blanche, and his journey thus far. A big name with an even bigger personality and love for performing, CeeLo Green will continue to make waves. Growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, who were some of your favourite artists and how were they an inspiration to you? There’s so many people. I have to admit that I loved just about everybody in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

involved having a little fun. It’s fun to be blissful about life in general, having that optimistic approach. That’s probably the core of where I came from. There’s also irony involved. My music could possibly be ironic because it’s hard to imitate life.

Before going solo in 2002, you actually worked with the Atlanta hip-hop group called “Goodie Mob”. What were some of your favourite memories from being part of that group and what prompted you to go solo? Being in that group was like being in s family band, having brothers, support, etc. They were all unique individuals and we all supported each other, so it was very nurturing. In terms of solo, I shouldn’t say I went solo. I just continued to go on this path and I still represent my family. Maybe this is just a testament to my own elasticity.

Five years later you returned with a new solo album which included the single “F--- You”. What was it like for you to see this song become such an instant, massive hit? I remember it happening so quickly that I didn’t really get a chance to enjoy it. You just feel like you burst into your own identity. You begin to work at the pace of supply and demand. So what I enjoyed most about it was being able to rise to the occasion and the feeling of putting so much work into it.

In 1995, Goodie Mob releases their first album “Soul Food”. What was this experience like for you and how did it feel to drop your first album? It’s surreal to think back to that time. I was young and displaced. I was going through personal troubles; my mother had just passed prior to that album. However, I am the type of person who, fortunately enough for me, to harvest in that hurt and emotion and invest it into an art form. Music became everything to me. I devoted my life to music. In 2005, you teamed up with Danger Mouse to form “Gnarls Barkley”. What was the chemistry like between both of you and what made you want to team up again? The chemistry was kinetic yet also combustible. It was voluntary and experimental; it was always fun. Most of the things about that

How did you make your way to becoming a judge and coach on the hit show, “The Voice”? Can you tell us about the process you went through for this? Mark Burnett, the executive producer, just happened to be in the audience at Saturday Night Live when I was performing and it became apparent to him that I was the person he was looking for and the person who would fit with the show. He was absolutely right. It happened that simply but it takes a while to get used to. Nobody knew what to expect but everyone was happy with the success we had, it was really fun to do. What was your favourite part of being a part of “The Voice”? My favourite part of the show was being able to be myself. It was easy to get along with everybody, there was a common quality among us all. Nobody had ever been in that capacity before so we were all equally ignorant, naive but eager to learn. Fortunately for us, learning individually was a great process.

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FEATURES ing, I love people, energy is always welcome, good energy that is. Spirits are alive and it’s a spiritual process that I take. I absolutely love performing. What is one thing that most of your fans wouldn’t know about you? Even though I think they receive me or they take me as I am, I don’t think most people realize I’m just a really simple guy. I mean, I chill around, I’m a Netflix kind of guy, eating Popeye’s chicken, raspberry ginger ale, I love that stuff. Sometimes I lie around wearing the same clothes for weeks at a time. If you had the opportunity to perform with any other artist, living or dead, who would it be and why? I would say Prince because I really want that to happen. We’ve performed together but we haven’t created lyrics together. Other than that, I would say Jim Morrison. I would love to see him.

Photo by Primary Wave Music

Can you tell us a little bit about the process you go through when creating song lyrics? I used to sit down and write, I have old notebooks with scribbles and notes in them. Nowadays, I don’t really write as much. I like to get right in front of the opportunity, which is that transparency right in front of that microphone. I like free styling. Free styling rap music is one thing but free styling songs and compositions are another level I’d say. I worked hard to get to this point.

Born Thomas DeCarlo Callaway, can you tell us the story behind the name “CeeLo Green”? CeeLo was an abbreviation of Carlo and Green. My brother was named Carlo, and Green came from a likeness or comparison of whom I used to jokingly say was my stepfather’s soul. A friend of mine made that comparison and it just kind of stuck. If I had to be likened to anyone, I’m definitely green. It just makes sense.

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Which of your songs is most significant to you and why? I’d say “Bright Lights”. I was really inspired by the movie “Bright Lights” with Michael J. Fox, he was one of my favourite actors at the time. It’s because that’s one record that I knew was going to be a big record. It represented what I like. Fundamentally, it is a test of faith, which I like. I was more certain about this song than any other song of mine, including

“F*** You” and “Crazy”. You performed here in Ottawa during this past summer for Bluesfest, how did the experience go for you? Were you able to stick around and tour the city and if so, what were some of your favourite things about Ottawa? No I think we were in and out but I was injured, I had hurt my foot somehow. I love perform-

“To me, it represents good music, which equals good human being.”

You recently launched a joint venture with Sony Music for your new label venture called Mothership Entertainment. Can you tell us a little bit about the new business and what it aims to do? I have specific instructions from Sony and it’s to create an environment, to go out and seek the next song sensation. Basically, a modern version of Stax Records or Motown Records, so it’s something very specific. I was given the task of finding the next big artist. These are individuals that don’t even know these opportunities exist. It’s like Indiana Jones going out on an adventure; I have to tell them to come to me. If you build it, they will come. When you aren’t touring, what sorts of things do you like to do with your spare time? Sometimes I just like to relax and be quiet. We have a home theatre, we’ll put Netflix on the big screen and we’ll watch pretty much anything. I like gangster films especially. Your most recent album, “Heart Blanche”, was released on November 13th, 2015. How did you feel about this album and about the tribute you made in it to Robin Williams? I love the album. To me, it represents good music, which equals a good human being. If I succeeded in saying that, then the album was a success for me. There are some great tracks on there. I think “Tonight” is the tip of the iceberg because I haven’t thrown down my trump card; I’m still pretty in bound with music. I think I can still do so much more so I’m in a rush to make that happen. The disposition is conflicting though. Hopefully the performances will allow things to come about organically. Any artist would want that to happen. I’m a very accepting person so I am definitely happy with it but I’ve moved on from it. By the time people hear music, it’s already a few years old. People can rediscover it and relate to it because of something in their own personal lives. That’s what makes the album come alive. In regards to “Robin Williams”, I love that song, it’s one of my favourite the most universally well-known songs ever produced. wrestlers. I’m one of the people that liked him for sure. However, I How was your experience at the like The Road Warriors, The British WWE SummerSlam? Who are Bulldog, Junkyard Dog, Ric Flair, some of your favourite wrestlers? Dusty Rhodes, Harley Race, I love I’m a big wrestling fan. John Cena, wrestling and I love the history there’s something awesome about behind it. him. I think I kind of feel like him sometimes and I think he was Twitter: @CeeLoGreen

FEATURES

CANADIAN ROCKERS RETURN TO OTTAWA

BLUE RODEO GREG KEELOR

Greg Keelor has been a part of Blue Rodeo from the beginning, almost 30 years. Since then the band has had tremendous success that many simply dream of enjoying. In speaking with Keelor you can feel the passion he has for his band and his music in how he talks.. Though they have been through many changes over the years, Blue Rodeo has managed to stay strong and we expect they will be around for years to come. FACES spoke with Keelor about how he came to Blue Rodeo and some of their amazing experiences along the way. No strangers to Ottawa, the band will be back for fans old and new at the Canadian Tire Centre on February 14th.

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“WHEN YOU FIRST PLAY THERE YOU REALLY FEEL LIKE YOU’VE ARRIVED, AND YOU FEEL CONNECTED TO ALL THE GHOSTS THAT LIVE IN THAT PLACE…”

Photo by Heather Pollock

When did you develop a passion for singing and playing guitar? I was a bit of a late bloomer; I didn’t start playing guitar until I was 21. I was working in Lake Louise in the winter of ’75 and my roommate had a guitar and Gordon Lightfoot and Everly Brothers songbooks so I would pick up the guitar, look at the chord charts and learn how to play those songs. When did you realize this was going to be your career? When I bought my first guitar. I was working on the Great Lakes freighters and we stopped in Three Rivers where I went into a music store and bought a guitar. I went back to my cabin that night and wrote a song. At the time this totally blew my mind. I was sort of ecstatic and

blissed out, I couldn’t understand where this had come from and I was just so pleased that it had come out of me. So whatever that mystery is, I decided to commit myself. I remember writing myself a sort of manifesto that night about what I had to do, and that I had to hang around people that did the same sort of thing. So I committed to it then, naively. Can you tell us a bit about what we can expect from your solo albums? The First One Gone was at a strange time in my life. I always knew I was adopted, but I had just found out the name and information about my birth mother so I went out to Cape Breton to look for her and found her 6 months later. Then I went to India to hang out with a guru. So it was a pretty amazing time in my life. The way

I’ve always explained life and my place in it is through songs, like a meditation or a prayer. So the verse is like the prayer and the chorus is the resolution. My next record was when my dad died, so it was sort of like a map of my mourning. I went into my home studio for 3 months and sat there and wrote and recorded by myself and came out with the record Songs for Jim. It was a very weird little album but I loved it in my own way. I also did a soundtrack for Gunless which I really loved. Massey Hall is home to some very memorable appearances and performances. What was it like to be able to perform at, and record in such a historic venue? When you first play there you really feel like you’ve arrived, and you feel connected to all

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FEATURES

Photo by Dustin Rabin

the ghosts that live in that place. All the shows I had seen there and all the shows and history I’d heard about from there makes it a bit of a temple. So when you first play there, it blows your mind a bit. I know that I was so excited and nervous I can’t really remember it too well; I was kind of out of my mind. If you had to describe the kind of music the band makes in one sentence, what would it be, and why? I don’t know if I can do anything in one sentence (laughs) because we are a 26-year-old band, so it has changed throughout the years. When we first started we were very connected to punk. We were more pop than punk, but that was sort of the world we lived in. We were kind of like a glorified bar band; we just wanted to get people dancing and drinking. Our sound changed a lot when our members changed, around the Five Days in July album, which is when we got to be more country-rock. The band we have now is such a great group of musicians, great people and great to record with. Tell us a bit about the process you go through when writing lyrics and creating new songs. In the late ‘70s when we first started, Jim and I would write all of our songs together. We didn’t really know how to write songs so we had to bounce everything off of each other. Eventually we figured out how to write songs ourselves, so we write separately now. For me, songs come in many different ways. Often it is a fragment of a lyric that opens up into a song when you are playing guitar and you just dig away at it. Which song is the most fun for the band to play? The most challenging? Anything that we haven’t played in a long time is challenging. There are some songs we play every night and we still enjoy playing those

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because everyone knows the words. There was one night in which I was so hungover, sick and my voice was gone from laryngitis. I tried to explain this to the audience and I started singing the first verse and the entire audience started singing for me because they knew all the words. I discovered “Oh my god, I don’t even have to sing anymore”, (laughs) and it’s a wonderful thing as a performer to hear people singing back your own songs. Blue Rodeo has been very charitable throughout the years, including supporting our armed forces, amateur sport and music education. What does it mean to you to be able to give back? It’s an interesting time in politics with so many disruptions in the world and so many citizens being removed from their homelands. You see how people react to it, like the fear mongers who try to make everyone scared, and then you have the other side of the coin in which you realize that we truly are each others keepers and we have to look after each other. So I think we are always very happy to be able to help people out because it is a community and you are helping the whole collective. If you don’t, it’s a very ugly place. What have been some of the biggest challenges you have had to overcome, and how did you push through? When I got diagnosed with diabetes, that was really hard on me for a while. Because of complications I ended up in the hospital for about 2 weeks and I was so sick for about a month after. I could barely get out of bed, so I was in rough shape. I really thought it was over for me then. It took me about 6 months before I could get up on stage and do a show, so that was really hard on me. Over the last couple years, I feel like I have gotten stronger and more resilient so that has been good for me. The general fatigue of

touring can really get to you sometimes as well. What do you think you would be doing for a career today, had Blue Rodeo not been such a huge success? I worked as a timber cruiser, where you walk through the forest and do tree evaluations. I did that in Northern Ontario and in New Brunswick, and I loved working in the woods. It’s funny because even though I loved doing that, when I applied to Guelph for the forestry program my marks weren’t good enough so I wasn’t accepted. So through the great fortunes of fate, if I had been accepted into that I probably wouldn’t have pursued a music in the same way, it may have been more of a hobby. So I am always quite thankful to fate in the way it has brought me to where I am. The band is going back on tour at the beginning of the 2016, including a stop in Ottawa on February 14th at the Canadian Tire Centre. What can your fans look forward to this time around? We have a bit of a tradition I think playing Valentine’s in Ottawa; we have done it a lot over the years. I have been looking at the staging for the new show and it looks great and different for us. Of course we have the crowd favourites but we have some songs we haven’t played in a while as well. Do you have any favourite spots in Ottawa you make while in town? There is one place that I love. I love the chocolate milkshakes at Cacao 70 in the market. They specialize in chocolate. Kathleen Edwards opened a café called Quitters Coffee which is also very good. Twitter: @BlueRodeo

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News Talk 580 CFRA Personality How would you describe News Talk 580 CFRA in 3 words? Live, local and breaking. At News Talk 580 CFRA, we want to bring you the news and information that matters most to you and your family. What excites you the most about what you do at News Talk 580 CFRA and why? As a broadcaster with a background in news reporting and anchoring, I am thrilled to be part of a morning show that focuses on keeping our listeners up to date on what’s happening in their own backyards. You start your day early, have you always been a morning person? In my 20s, I was going to bed around the same time I am now getting up to get ready for work. So no, I haven’t always been a morning person. That being said, these days, sleeping in on a weekend is 7 a.m. I enjoy getting a head start on the day. It’s amazing what you can accomplish during the early morning hours. Do you have any funny stories to share from ‘behind-the-scenes’? I think what happens behind the scenes at a radio station would make for a great reality show! We are up against some pretty tight deadlines. Sometimes we are cool under pressure, other times not so much and that tends to be when the funniest things happen.

When you’re not reporting, how do you like to spend your time? I enjoy spending time with my husband and our dog, Bridget. We enjoy exploring all of the wonderful events Ottawa has to offer. What is your favourite spot in Ottawa? I absolutely love Hog’s Back and Dow’s lake. You spend a lot of time with charitable organizations throughout the year. Why is giving back important to you personally? What charity is closest to your heart and why? I think it is so important for each and every one of us to do our part to help make our communities better places to live. If we all work together we can achieve so much greatness. There are amazing organizations here in the Capital and I’m so honoured to be invited to support the work they are doing. Charities that focus on children and animals have a very special place in my heart. These two groups are so vulnerable and don’t have the opportunity to improve their situations on their own and they need advocates to work on their behalf. January is often thought of as a fresh start. Do you have any New Year resolutions or goals for 2016? One of my main goals in 2016 is to sleep more! There never seems to be enough hours in the day for that. Photo by Sean Sisk

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WHY IS NEW YORK ALSO CALLED ‘THE EMPIRE STATE’?

WHY DOES DROPPING A BALL IN NEW YORK WELCOME A NEW YEAR? The tradition dates back to the early 1900s. Then owner of the New York Times, Adolph Ochs, wanted to celebrate the New Year with a fireworks display on the top of the newspapers headquarters at One Times Square. The first celebration took place in 1904, but the first ball drop was only added on December 31, 1907.

WHY IS NEW YORK CALLED ‘THE BIG APPLE’?

Although the exact origins are unclear, it is likely attributed to the vast resources found in the state of New York. Another origin story goes back to Gorge Washington. Apparently, during the Battle of New York, Washington examined a map and proclaimed that because of its geographic advantages, New York was “the seat of the Empire”.

WHY IS THE STATUE OF LIBERTY GREEN?

WHY

Much like the roof on Canada’s Parliament buildings, the Statue of Liberty is made of copper. The elements aren’t kind to this metal and, over time, rain, wind, snow and other factors cause the copper to oxides and turn a bluish-green colour.

The origins trace back to the 1920s in reference to horse racing. A ‘big apple’ referred to a large prize or purse won by trainers and jockeys at large horse races in New York City. The story goes that Fitz Gerald, a columnist writing about horse racing in New York, overheard the term and coined it in an article. The term stuck and it caught on in the 1920s and 1930s. The term fell out of favour for many years and came back to life in the 1970s.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Hottest Day in Ottawa Jim Watson Mayor of Ottawa

Allan Higdon Mayor of Ottawa

Jean Chrétien Prime Minister

°C

Coldest Day in Ottawa

-27

°C

69 cents / litre

OTTAWA

FACES TIME CAPSULE: 2000

TOP GROSSING MOVIES

Cast Away

Mission: Impossible II

Gladiator

What Women Want

POPULAR TV SHOWS

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Gilmore Girls

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CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Malcolm in the Middle

Black Books

Survivor

A tornado touched down in Pine Lake, Alberta, killing 12 people.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is released.

Concorde flight 4590 from France crashes and kills 113.

Boy Meets World ended.

2000 CHAMPIONS

MEMORABLE MOMENTS

Sony PlayStation 2 released in Japan. This gaming console went on to become the best selling game in history with over 155 million worldwide.

STANLEY CUP

WORLD SERIES

SUPER BOWL

NBA

New Jersey Devils defeat Dallas Stars

New York Yankees defeat New York Mets

St. Louis Rams defeat Tennessee Titans

Los Angeles Lakers defeat Indiana Pacers

ALBUM OF THE YEAR SONG OF THE YEAR

HITS

RECORD OF THE YEAR “Breathe” Faith Hill

“Smooth” Santana ft Rob Thomas

“Everything You Want” Vertical Horizon

“Say My Name” Destiny’s Child

“Two Against Nature” Steely Dan “Beautiful Day” U2

GRAMMY AWARDS

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ENTERTAINMENT

Are words even needed here?

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS

Pixar has done some amazing films over the years, but this may be the best one yet. It’s smart, cute and fun for everyone.

INSIDE OUT

Yep. An indie horror film that has surprised critics and audiences alike.

I know, stop replicating dino DNA and there’s no problems. But this reboot/installment is a welcome update to a beloved franchise.

The torch has been passed from Rocky to Creed. The film is a wonderful blend of 80s cheese, drama and boxing.

IT FOLLOWS

JURASSIC WORLD

CREED

BEST AND WORST

MORTDECAI

FANTASTIC FOUR

Johnny Depp is a great actor. This is not a great film. It universally disliked and its box office showing proves it.

They’ve done it again! Butchered another movie about the famed foursome. Will they ever get this series right?

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JUPITER ASCENDING UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Wachowski’s are known for a huge hit with The Matrix. This film, however, is a huge miss.

If you’ve ever gone on a business trip before you know how boring and lonely it can get. Your worst business trip is better than this film.

TAKEN 3 Really? How many more of these are needed? This poor guy keeps having loved ones taken from him. It’s just tragic, like this film.

Is it just me or does Cate Blanchett just get better and better with each role?

CAROL

Splitting the book into two movies actually worked. It’s rare that this is the case, but for this franchise it was a big hit.

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY 2

Star-studded cast in a relatively topical piece about finance in the U.S.

It’s not the most loved Bond flick, but it’s a nice addition to a franchise that continue to enjoy success so many decades after its inception.

A programmer performs the Turning test on an android, but the end result is surprising. It’s a great watch for techies and non-techies alike.

THE BIG SHORT

SPECTRE

EX MACHINA

FILMS OF 2015

HOT TUB TIME MACHINE 2 Because we needed another version of this movie to tie up all the loose ends.

PIXELS Adam Sandler has just given up.

TERMINATOR: GENISYS VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN I love Arnold. I have an unhealthy obsession with the man, but this movie is just atrocious. It’s still not as bad as Rise of the Machines, but it’s still not great.

Poor Daniel Radcliffe is the Mark Hamill of our generation. I just can’t look at him and not see Harry Potter. Maybe he should follow Hamill’s footsteps and do voice work.

THE FORGER Remember when Travolta did some really great films? Me neither because it’s been so long.

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ENTERTAINMENT

NEW T.V. SHOW PREMIERES FOR JANUARY 2016

SUPERSTORE

JANUARY 4TH, 2016 This new comedy show is very similar to “The Office” in terms of its style of humour. Starring America Ferrera and Ben Feldman. Enjoy the humour involved at the workplace between colleagues in this show as they take it day-by-day.

SECOND CHANCE JANUARY 13TH, 2016

The latest drama series from Fox. It focuses on the life of a washed-up and corrupt L.A. sheriff.

THE RAP GAME JANUARY 1ST, 2016

This new T.V. series on the Lifetime network takes place in Atlanta, starring Queen Latifah and Jermaine Dupri. This show focuses on 5 young hip-hop artists between the ages of 12 and 16 and tells the story of how they are aiming to become the next, big star. On the show, they work with various guests including Usher, Ludacris and many more!

PITCH SLAPPED JANUARY 5TH, 2016

These hour-long episodes show how competitive it can be in a high school a capella. Two teams work with some of the best coaches in hopes of winning each weekly competition. If you’re an a capella enthusiast, this show could be perfect for you.

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ANGEL FROM HELL

One of Fox’s new T.V. series created by Seth MacFarlane. This comedy show takes place near the Mexican border and focuses on the lives of two neighbours. From the creator of Family Guy, this T.V. show is sure to become a great new comedy show.

CBC’s new comedy tv series, starring Jane Lynch as Amy. In this series, Amy becomes the guardian angel for her new, odd friend. Definitely a change from what CBC usually does with T.V.

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JANUARY 21ST, 2016 FX’s new comedy show featuring Zach Galifianakis. Follow Zach as he makes his journey to becoming a professional clown in this new comedy series.

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JANUARY 26TH, 2016 WGN’s new drama series follows an Appalachian clan and their conflicts with other residents of a town nearby.

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Inspired by the life of Hugh Glass, The Revenant is the tale of the man attacked by a bear while on a scouting expedition who is robbed and left for dead by his companions. Miraculously surviving, Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio), begins a 200-mile trek for vengeance.

Our favourite Panda, Po, travels to a secret sanctuary of pandas with his Starring Chris Pine, Eric Bana and Casey Affleck, this film is based biological father. To their surprise, Po does not fit in, and if that wasn’t on the true story of the Pendleton rescue mission attempt in which hard enough, an evil spirt is stealing the powers of defeated kung fua nor’easter destroys two oil tankers. A surfboat and motor life boat masters! Po must defeat the evil spirit and find himself along the way. crew brave the treacherous waves to try and save those on board.

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Keeping Warm in the

Snow Down

Lightweight and comfortable, down is the best insulator for the winter months and sure to keep you toasty warm. When looking at a down coat (goose or duck down), make sure you read the “fill power” on the label - the higher the fill, the warmer the coat. The only down side to this material is that it is useless when wet, so it is not good if you are doing anything that may make you sweat.

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Thinsulate

This is a synthetic fiber which is very popular in winter coats. Coats with thinsulate are much thinner than down coats but are surprisingly warm. This material is water resistant and will remain warm when wet, making it a great material for ski jackets and winter activities that get you moving. While cheaper than down, thinsulate will not last nearly as long.

Wool

It’s often a love-hate relationship with this fabric; while wool is a great insulator it can also be very itchy, which can turn people away from it. Like down, wool takes a long time to dry and will lose its insulating properties.

Cotton

While a comfortable and breathable fabric, cotton is surprisingly not good for warmth in the winter, especially in socks. If you have feet that tend to sweat (especially in those big boots), you should avoid cotton socks at all costs. Cotton absorbs moisture instead of wicking it away, so if they get wet, they will stay wet. Wet = cold.

Orson Welles was almost the voice of Darth Vader. George Lucas thought Welles’ voice was too easily recognized and went with a then-unknown voice actor in James Earl Jones. Now Jones is widely recognized as accomplished actor and voice actor despite not being credited in the Star Wars films until Return of the Jedi.

1 2 The actor who plays Darth Vader in the original trilogy, David Prowse, didn’t know his voice wasn’t’ being used until filming The Empire Strikes Back. Prowse was so frustrated that his voice wasn’t being used that he didn’t learn lines for the final two installments of the trilogy. Instead, he would often speak gibberish and forced his fellow castmates to react to incorrect lines.

Luke, I have no father. According to Vader’s mother, Shmi Skywalker, Anakin (Darth) had no father. If that’s the case then I guess he was conceived by the Force?

3 4 The buttons on his suit actually serve a purpose. Apparently the buttons control the temperature, oxygen flow and food intake. At the same time, the cybernetic suit also hinders his ability to use the Force.

Vader’s costume was made to resemble the Nazi uniforms. His jumpsuit resembles the SS, the cape from officer uniforms and the helmet is a German helmet.

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Energy Saving Tips

Open your curtains to let in the sun, and close the curtains that don’t get as much sun. This will allow the suns rays to warm up your rooms, and help to insulate those that do not get any. If you turn your heat down during the day and allow the sun in, your home shouldn’t be freezing when you get home from work.

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When you go to sleep, set your thermostat down to 18’C. Our bodies tend to rest better when they are not too warm. If you find this is still a bit cool for you, invest in a down duvet so you don’t need the temperature higher.

2 In the cold winter month, people tend to use hotter water in their showers to warm up in the chilly mornings. Installing a low-flow showerhead will help to save on the extra hot water, as well as your energy costs.

Use weatherstripping around your windows; these will help to seal out any drafts coming in. If you find it didn’t fully do the trick, bubble wrap or shrink wrap on your windows should insulate them fairly well.

Turn your fan on. In the summer, your fan should be spinning counter clockwise to create wind chill effect. In the winter months, have your fan spinning clockwise. This creates an updraft which forces warmer air near the ceiling down to living level.

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10 Enjoy your newest addition to your property!

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What to do With Christmas Leftovers

Turkey Omelette

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Use leftover turkey for breakfast the next day. It makes for great scrambled eggs and is a great way to avoid wasting food.

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If you have leftover turkey, carrots and parsnips, this stew is any easy way to use up the leftovers. Add spices and your choice of sauce to a crockpot and enjoy this delicious stew, as you please.

Looking to spice things up using your leftovers? You can use the turkey and carrots to make you and your family and friends the perfect meal. Mix them up and place them in empty filo pastry parcels, then bake to perfection.

One of the easiest ways to use up the leftover turkey. Simple, delicious and healthy! Add a Caesar dressing or a lemon vinaigrette dressing.

Pasta lovers, listen up. This has to be one of the easiest ways to use up leftover turkey. Instead of having to cook chicken for your alfredo, simply cut the leftover turkey into small pieces and substitute that for the pasta dish.

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HOW TO KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

Be Realistic

Overcoming Obstacles

Treat Yo’ Self

If your goal is to lose weight, make sure your target is achievable. Don’t expect to lose 10lbs a week and get discouraged when it doesn’t happen.

Let’s face it, resolutions are hard to follow all time. Make sure you are prepared to overcome obstacles. If you feel you will cheat on your resolution call a friend, take a walk or find another outlet to shift your focus from the cheat to something .

Set milestones and celebrate them when you reach them. Don’t worry, you deserve it.

Make a Plan Planning on quitting smoking at midnight on December 31st? Chances are you haven’t equipped yourself with the right mindset and tools to achieve success. Make a plan before January 1st so you can hit the ground running in the New Year.

Let Them Know Once you have decided on a resolution, let everyone know. If you internalize your resolution you will be more likely to fail. Letting others know can help keep you accountable.

Track Your Progress If it’s weight loss, keep a journal. If it’s quitting smoking, recording the number of smoke-free days. This will help keep you focused and hold yourself accountable.

Be Persistent Rome wasn’t built in a day – it will take time to get used to the change. Keep focused on your goal to achieve success.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Editor In Chief Justin MacKinnon

Fashion & Beauty

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MAGAZINE DIRECTORY

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Publisher Hank’s Paw Publishing (A division of 2384399 Ontario Ltd.) Creative/Art Director Vicky Sun Operations Director Joshua Chartrand Communications Director Kelly Tranmer

30 | No ‘Poo Movement 30 | Top Winter Nail Polish Colours 31 | Men’s Scarves for Winter 32 | Men’s Toques for the Winter

12-14 | Shane Prince

33 | Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him Sports

34 | Top NHL All-Star Game Moments 35 | SensChirp: Karlsson in Norris Trophy Form Again This Season

16-18 | DJ Katrella Around Ottawa

37 | Alan Doyle and The Beautiful Gypsies

Photographers Greg Kolz Leonard “Yoni” Sambo Heather Pollock Dustin Rabin Alexander Stein Flavia Schaub Patrick Hoelck Primary Wave Music Freshh Anderson Sean Sisk Jeff Dunham – LEG-Corp Anil Mungal/Sportsnet Michael Burns/Curling Canada Cover Photo Anil Mungal/Sportsnet Contributors Kimberley Brooks Duong Hoang Melissa Baumann Kenzie Dunsmuir Ryan Brown Dr. Daniel Harrison Jennifer Davis Jessica Maneiro Chloe Vialaret Evan Childerhose Elissa Bernard Marco Trunzo Richard Giroux SensChirp Accounting / Finance Linda Zhang Contact 613-591-6093 info@facesmag.ca @facesottawa www.facesmag.ca

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TEAM HOMAN OTTAWA’S OWN CURLING SUPERSTARS 6 | January 2016

Ottawa’s own Team Homan is unstoppable this season. The foursome with their home club in the Nation’s Capital has been making a habit of winning. The four ladies are Rachel Homan, Emma Miskew, Joanne Courtney and Lisa Weagle, and they are all exceptional both on and off the ice. They’re bright, talented and amazing individuals who are active in the community. In short, this group of dynamic women are precisely the kind of ambassadors the sport of curling needs as it continues to grow each year. FACES had the chance to chat with three members of Team Homan –Rachel Homan, Emma Miskew and Joanne Courtney – before the end of 2015 to look back on an unforgettable year.

“WE’VE HAD SO MANY POSITIVE EXPERIENCES THIS YEAR AND WE WANT TO KEEP GETTING BETTER.” 2015 has been an amazing year for your team, winning bronze at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, champions of both Pinty’s All-Star Curling Skins Game and the WFG Continental Cup with Team Canada, and most recently winning the Canada Cup of Curling. Tell us a bit about how you are feeling. Joanne Courtney (JC): The team is extremely pleased with our results so far this season. We’re constantly looking for ways to improve our game and sharpen our skills. We’ve had so many positive experiences this year and we want to keep getting better. Emma Miskew (EM): We’ve grown a lot as a team in the past year. With a new team it’s

always a learning curve and we’ve come a long way. At this point, after securing our spot in the 2017 Olympic Trials which is taking place in our hometown of Ottawa, we’re feeling pretty great. We are always working and striving to be the best and this just put us one step closer to achieving our goals. Do you get nervous in big games? If so, how do you channel your nerves to stay focused when you have to make a big shot? Rachel Homan (RH): Everyone gets nervous and I think it’s a good thing. If you’re not nervous it doesn’t matter enough to you. You definitely can’t teach or explain how someone should or will react to big pressure situations

– you need to experience them. Once you’ve experienced it, then you can analyze what went well, what didn’t work for you and what you can do next time to be better. Everyone is different in how they need to feel to perform at their best and that is something you learn through experience, analyzing and mental preparation. For myself, I have learned to embrace the nerves and adrenaline that comes with it. I use it to my advantage in big weight shots as it helps me focus that much more and know how to adjust my throw on soft weight shots with the extra adrenaline. I enjoy the big games and win or lose I know that I will be better the next time around.

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“WE NEVER LEAVE THE ICE SAYING WE COULD HAVE DONE MORE BECAUSE IN THE MOMENT, MY TEAM ALWAYS GIVES 100%.” 8 | January 2016

Winning the Canada Cup of Curling qualified your team for trials to make it to the 2018 Olympics in South Korea. What does this mean to your team? JC: We’re happy to have our spot in the trials this early in the Olympic cycle. We will be looking at how we can plan the next two curling seasons to optimize performance in December of 2017. EM: Our ultimate goal is to represent Canada at the 2018 Olympics, so qualifying for the Trials in 2017 means a great deal to us, especially to get the first spot in an event that will be taking place in our hometown of Ottawa. Tell us a bit about your team dynamic. EM: On our team with the amount of time we spend together it is very important that we get along, so it’s great that we’re all really good friends, on and off the ice. Every player brings something important to the team and we couldn’t be this successful without everyone working together. Do you spend a lot of time together off the rink? JC: I usually see my curling team more than I see my family between the months of September and April. We’re on the road competing so much - we spend a lot of our down time together at events. EM: Usually when we travel we’re away as a team for a week or two at a time, and with some of the schedules we spend a lot of time together off the ice. We always have a lot of fun; I couldn’t ask for a better group to spend so much time with. Who is the funniest girl on the team? JC: Everyone has their moments but Rachel probably cracks us up the most. EM: I think everyone’s funny in their own way, but Rachel definitely makes us laugh the most! Who is the best at pumping the team up before a match? JC: Lisa is the team DJ and always picks great songs to listen to on our car rides to the rink. EM: Everyone brings an element of pumping up the team, but Joanne can be pretty pumped before big games and that energy is contagious. What is the biggest obstacle you have had to overcome? How did you get through it? JC: Last season our biggest obstacle was adjusting to me being the new player on the team. Curling is a small team sport, and one new player is a huge change to the makeup of a team. The girls had been with Ali for over a decade so there was definitely an

adjustment period to work through. EM: When Alison left our team, we had to find someone to replace her. It’s never easy to switch up a team lineup, especially one that’s been together for so many years. When Joanne agreed to join the team, we didn’t know her at all, so it took a little while for her to get to know us as a team and for us to get to know her and how to support her. We spent a lot of time team building in order to fast track getting to know each other and it’s definitely paid off! How do you deal with negative comments towards your team? RH: We never leave the ice saying we could have done more because in the moment, my team always gives 100%. There will always be people that tell us how horrible we are but it’s not about those people. It’s everyone else that wants to be a part of our experience and journey or the people we hope to inspire to accomplish different things in their lives. Sometimes it’s hard to hear the negative comments but we have received so many letters, e-mails, and stories of support, how we changed or inspired their children. Ottawa is such an amazing, supportive city we are so grateful and honored to represent the city. When you have time off the rink, what are some of your favourite things to do in Ottawa? JC: I love hanging out downtown in the market area. The restaurants and shopping are great! I also enjoy running along the canal (especially in the fall). EM: I love spending time downtown, going to sports games (Redblacks and Senators), and we’ve had fun at the Room Escape Ottawa as a team. What sort of interests do you have away from the rink? Do you play any other sports or have other hobbies? RH: I love sports and so I try and play as many sports and hobbies as I can but at the same time you have to weigh the risk. There are things like snowboarding and skiing that I can’t ever really do because of the risk of injury. I own skis and a snowboard but have only gone snowboarding a handful of times. Which tournament do you look forward to the most each year, and why? JC: The Scotties are my favourite event of the year. There’s nothing more exciting than playing for the chance to wear a Maple Leaf at a world championship. We will be gearing up for Ontario provincials after our Christmas break. EM: The Scotties Tournament of Hearts is always an amazing experience, so that’s an event we look forward to competing in if we get the opportunity to!

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RH: Every teams goal is to make it to the Scotties and that is something we are trying to prepare for. We have provincials in January and we are going to need to play our best to try and represent Ontario at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts.

You have an incredibly loyal and growing fan base in Canada. What is the best thing about your fans? JC: Our fans are so supportive – they are very knowledgeable and it’s always a treat to play in front of them.

When you look back on your curling career together thus far, what is the biggest accomplishment to date that you are proudest of, and why? JC: I’m most proud of our win at the Canada Cup. It was a close game and things weren’t going our way at times. We all dug deep, fought for the inch and ended up being in a position to win the game. Our mental toughness has improved in the last year and it was great to have a draw for the win in the extra end.

EM: We love our fans; they cheer for us win or lose! We have an amazing fan base and we’re so lucky for it.

EM: Winnings the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in 2013 for the first time definitely stands out as an amazing accomplishment for us. RH: I would say I am most proud of winning back to back Scotties Championships. Our first win was in Kingston very close to Ottawa so we were able to share the experience and celebrations with many friends and family which is something I will never forget. Tell us something about your team that we don’t know. EM: So far we are 75% on beating Room Escapes in both Ottawa and Stockholm, Sweden.

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What does it mean to you to be able to represent Canada at international events? RH: There are so many great teams in Canada competiting to represent Canada which makes wearing the maple leaf very hard to achieve. It has always been my dream to represent Canada and bring home gold. It is something I have always wanted to achieve and I am fortunate to be able to try and achieve that goal with 3 other amazing athletes. The team has travelled across Canada from coast to coast for your games. Which has been your favourite city to travel to, and why? RH: Every city and town has their own unique spots that make their city special. I’m fortunate to be able to travel Canada and see some amazing places and people. I would have to say that Banff is definitely on my top cities I have visited. Curling is become a more popular sport to watch on TV with more people tuning in than ever before. What do you think this means for the sport? JC: The fact that curling’s popularity is increas-

ing is incredible. It’s so exciting that more and more people are interested in the sport. We would love to be in a position someday where we could be professional athletes and dedicate ourselves to the sport full-time. EM: It is absolutely amazing for the elite players in the sport, but also for the growth of curling. We love hearing about kids who watch the games on TV then want to try curling for the first time! RH: I have definitely seen an increase in not just young women but others as well, wanting to get involved in curling. Our curling club has a waiting list to get in and has received many phone calls and e-mails wanting to try the sport. It is great to see the sport growing, but I guess that means we will have more competition in the coming years. It is great to see the sport grow and I’m happy to be a small part in changing the sport. As an Ottawa-based team, what are some of your favourite spots to visit in the Nation’s Capital? JC: The Lansdowne area is a great place to spend an evening – I’m looking forward to spending some time there during the Brier in March. www.teamhoman.com @TeamHoman @RHoman89 @Emma Miskew @JoanneMCourtney @lweagle19

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OTTAWA SENATORS FORWARD

SHANE PRINCE SHANE PRINCE IS A RELATIVELY NEW FACE ON THE OTTAWA SENATORS, BUT HE IS ALREADY PROVING TO BE A VALUABLE PLAYER. PRINCE TURNED AWAY AN OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY AT PRINCETON TO GO TO TRAINING CAMP FOR THE OHL AND HAS NEVER LOOKED BACK. WITH A GOOD SENSE FOR KNOWING WHERE THE PUCK NEEDS TO BE TO HELP THE OFFENCE, WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO WATCHING PRINCE DEVELOP IN HIS NHL CAREER. FACES HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO CHAT WITH PRINCE ABOUT HIS RISE TO THE NHL AND HIS EXPERIENCES SO FAR WITH OUR BELOVED SENATORS. Growing up in New York, which was your favourite NHL team? I grew up in Rochester, which is upstate. It’s only about an hour away from Buffalo, so I was a Sabres fan growing up. Their affiliate team was in Rochester, so I always followed them as well. Who are some of the NHL players, both past and current, that you’ve always looked up to? I think Danny Briere was my favourite when he was playing in Buffalo. I grew up watching him. He was one of the best players and scorers and was definitely one of my favourite players. Having played for the Binghamton Senators for 3 years, what are some of your favourite memories from being on the team? All the guys down there and up here are awesome; they have

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a great organization. They really are a great group of guys, and I think making the playoffs and being able to compete in those games help you learn a lot of things. You were drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the 2011 NHL Draft during the second round, 61st overall. What was the transition like for you from the AHL to the NHL? You have to put in your time in, in the Minors. Playing in Binghamton was huge for me and I think I developed as a player and as a person. It definitely helped create who I am today and helped me get to where I am. After being drafted, who was the very first person you called? Can you tell us a little bit about that moment? I was in Minnesota for the draft with a lot of family and friends. The people that are closest to me were there, but I did get a lot of texts and messages from friends who weren’t able to be there.

“…TO BE ABLE TO BE BACK HERE IN FRONT OF THE FANS IS AMAZING, AND SO ARE THE FANS.” You made your NHL debut in February 2015. How did the game go for you and what was it like to be able to lace up for the Senators for the first time? It was awesome. After spending time down in Binghamton and turning pro, you obviously want to make it to the NHL as soon as you can because you’re so anxious. The right thing for me was to spend some time there to develop. To be able to play in my first NHL game last year was awesome and I was fortunate enough to get a point in that game too. What would you say is one of your strongest assets as a player? Definitely offence. Scoring goals, creating plays, holding the puck and making the little plays that are huge in creating offence. That being said, you have to be an all-around player at this level, and I try to play a complete game.

What is your favourite thing about being an Ottawa Senator? I love this city. I was lucky enough to play my junior years of hockey here and I played with the Ottawa 67’s for 3 years. Not a lot of guys get the opportunity to play in the NHL in the same city where they played their junior years. Those were some of the best days of my life, so to be able to be back here in front of the fans is amazing, and so are the fans. What are some of your favourite places to visit in Ottawa? I like to shop at NRML; there have one down on Rideau Street and one in Westboro. I also like going to Johnny Farina’s on Elgin Street, it’s one of my favourite places to eat. Do you have any pre-game rituals? I’m pretty superstitious. Just little things like what I eat, when I eat. I always take a 2-hour nap before the game, then get up and come to the rink. Nothing too crazy though.

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“WE HAVE A GREAT TEAM HERE. IF YOU LOOK THROUGH THE LINEUP, YOU’LL SEE IT’S PRETTY DEEP. THERE’S A LOT OF SKILL.” first one and I’ll never forget it. What are some of the key things that the team will need to do this year to make playoffs? We have a great team here. If you look through the lineup, you’ll see it’s pretty deep. There’s a lot of skill. I think we’re 3rd or 4th in offence in the league right now with goals, so we have to keep the puck out of the defensive zone and in the offence zone where we’re at our best. If you could change one thing about the NHL, what would it be and why? I think they need to get rid of extra points for losing in overtime. If you look at the standings, it’s always so tight. Everyone is getting a point and the game is tied, so nobody thinks to score, they just think they’ll get the point and go to overtime. When you look at the NBA, it’s just win or lose in overtime. I like that the most, personally.

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What is one thing that most people wouldn’t know about you? If I wasn’t a hockey player, I would want to work on Wall Street. I’ve always been fascinated with stocks and I’m pretty good with numbers. If I didn’t go to the OHL I would’ve gone to a good school for that. I still study and even though I’m in the NHL, I still take classes to learn more. Once hockey is done, I’ll try to get involved with that. I was going to go to Princeton. I visited there a week or two before going to Kitchener training camp in the OHL. I went to the OHL instead, I was 15, but it was

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the best decision ever and it’s been an amazing ride. You scored your first two goals for the Ottawa Senators on November 26th against the Colorado Avalanche. How did it feel to get your first goal? It’s definitely a weight off your shoulders. We were 12 games into the season at that point and I wasn’t able to score. I was getting chances but I just couldn’t get a bounce. I had a few open nets where it would get tipped wide, but it was definitely a weight off my back when I got my

What’s the atmosphere like in the dressing room before your games? What type of music do you guys typically listen to before the games, and who controls the music? It’s usually a debate before the games - you can’t keep everyone happy with the music. I think Karlsson does most of the music. It ranges from rock and roll to rap and everything in between. It just depends on what he’s feeling that day. I don’t like country or heavy metal but everything else, I like. Depending on the situation, if I’m trying to get fired up, I’ll listen to rap. If I’m trying to settle down, I’ll listen to soft rock and Dave Matthews or something like that. What is your signature pre-game meal? My pre-game meal is just chicken and pasta, something simple - I’ve always done it that way. If I feel good in the game, I’ll look at what I ate, and that’s always been chicken and pasta for me. Twitter: @ShanePrince18

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YOU CAN CATCH HER AT TOMO RESTAURANT AND ON JUMP 106.9; DJ KATRELLA IS THE ONE WHO GETS YOU UP AND DANCING. BEING A FEMALE IN A TYPICALLY, MALE DOMINATED INDUSTRY, DJ KATRELLA HAS CONSISTENTLY PROVEN THAT SHE IS ABLE TO PLAY WITH THE BIG BOYS. HER CATCHY MIXES AND INFECTIOUS ATTITUDE ARE ABLE TO PUMP UP THE ATMOSPHERE ANYWHERE SHE PERFORMS. FACES CAUGHT UP WITH DJ KATRELLA TO CHAT ABOUT HER CAREER AND LOVE FOR ELECTRONIC MUSIC. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING HER PERFORM AT OUR ANNUAL FACES AWARDS ON JANUARY 30, 2016. When did you first start DJing? I started DJing just under a year ago. My first performance was at Ppl. Nightclub last March and I was given my own Thursday night residency, Deep House with DJ Katrella. The night went even better then I had hoped! The crowd loved my sound and I received awesome feedback. My career has continued to grow tremendously since. Who are some artists that inspire you to do what you do? An artist who has inspired me recently is Diplo. I was able to talk with him while in Miami and the advice he gave me will resonate with me for the rest of my career. I also had the opportunity to watch Diplo and Skrillex (Jack Ă&#x153;) prepare for their Bluesfest performance which was so inspiring. I felt honored to be on stage while they performed, and it encouraged me to work harder to hopefully one day be on that same stage myself. How did you get involved with Jump 106.9 FMs Ottawa Club Night? My good friend DJ Ilon, whom I have worked with very closely over the years, booked me for an event where I met the manager of Jump 106.9. Shortly after they were looking for a Saturday DJ and asked me to come in for an in-

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terview. It went well and I started working for Jump that week. I really enjoy working in the studio and am very thankful for the opportunity. Working with Jump was also one of the reasons I was able to obtain a residency at Revolution 93.5 Miami Radio. If you could collaborate with any DJ in the world who would it be and why? I would love to collaborate with WHTKD. He is a DJ / producer from Germany who has been making the best future house tracks that I have been playing in mixes recently. He is not as well known as an A-list DJ, but his amazing sound has me hooked. I think we have a similar style of music and if I had the chance I would definitely love to make music with him. Tell us a little bit about your macaw, Prince. Aside from music, birds have always been my passion.. I fell in love with macaws after seeing them at a zoo as a child. I have always known I wanted birds of my own, so I started saving up. My original plan was to drive down and look at the birds, but when I saw Prince I fell in love. Expensive deposits and a bank loan later, he was mine! I have had Prince for 3 years now but I will have him for about 80 more. It is a little strange knowing he will out live me but I love knowing he will be by my side for the

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rest of my life. His sassy personality makes it entertaining to bring him to DJ gigs. He loves being around people and included in whatever I do. Unfortunately, it is hard to get him to sit still during photo shoots, he always likes to put on a show and make his presence known. You recently played the MadHouse in Miami. Tell us what that experience was like. Working with Revolution 93.5 Miami radio, I pre-record the show from Ottawa and send it to the studio. To finally have the opportunity to go to Miami and work live in the studio was one of the most amazing things I have ever experienced. It was the first time I was able to meet all my coworkers in person and they were all extremely nice and welcoming. Radio in Miami is completely different than in Canada. Not only representing a female DJ from a small town, but having to impress three million listeners is exhilarating. Where are some of your favourite spots in Ottawa? A favourite place of mine here in Ottawa is Tomo, a tapas and sushi restaurant by day, and night club/lounge by night. I am Tomo’s resident DJ on Thursday nights. I really enjoy playing there because it has a cool vibe, different from any other venue in Ottawa. It is awesome to see such a diverse crowd come together and have a great time each week. Another place I love is Barrymore’s. I love how the owner, George, brings in A-list DJ’s from around the world while utilizing local talent as well. Music lovers are able to come together and party the night away. I opened for Bassjackers the second week of December and had an unforgettable time. I would definitely play at Barrymore’s again. How do you feel electronic music is evolving? Electronic music is under continuous evolution but I believe recently it is becoming more popular because of collaborations. Mainstream artists are collaborating with electronic producers creating remixes to the top songs on the charts. DJs like Diplo and Skrillex are becoming as well known as artists like Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran. Social media also plays an enormous roll with popularity and publicity, which has also personally helped me with my career. Miami radio contacted me for the first time over Instagram, and I’ve been working for them ever since! Twitter: @djkatrella

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Photo by Leonard “Yoni” Sambo Hair and make-up by SaHAIRah

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Rudsak “Sophie” - $494.99 pleather Pants

Aritzia - $135.00 Boots

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G-Star Raw “Alaska Down Hooded Slim Hedley Jacket” - $609.00

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Rudsak “Cece Wool Jacket” - $594.99 Pleather Pants

Aritzia - $135.00

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Guess - $138.00 Sweater

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NO ’POO

SO HOW DO YOU NO ’POO?

MOVEMENT

IS NO ’POO RIGHT FOR YOU? This is a recent trend in which women have begun to shampoo their hair less and less, to the point where they stop altogether. “Ew” may be the first word that pops into your head, but don’t freak out just yet. There are benefits to using shampoo less such as: 1

BAKING SODA

2 Natural oils in your hair are not washed away; these are important for shiny, healthy hair

You are not using harsh chemicals on your hair and therefore are helping the environment by not washing them down the drain

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Switching up your nail polish is a fun, inexpensive way to change your style and add a touch of flair to your wardrobe.

You will save money not buying into the expensive brands that promise to make your hair healthier, when they make actually be doing the opposite

There are many different ways to do this, but the most common is to wash your hair with a mix baking soda and water, following up with an apple cider vinegar and water mix to condition. Everyone’s hair will require differing amounts and some will take longer to adjust to the change. Play around to see what works well for you. Dry baking soda is a good way to help soak up some of the oils during the transition. Eventually you may even be able to get away with just using water to wash your hair. Think of how much time you will save in the morning!

VIRGIN SNOW

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HAUTE TUB

PEAK SNOW

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NO MORE MR. NIGHT SKY

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MEN’S SCARVES

for Winter Novelty Scarf These scarves are just fun to wear and can pretty much go with any jacket, as long as the colours work together.

Tartan scarf Ami Alexandre Mattiussi $106.02

Embroidered bear muﬀler Polo Ralph Lauren $82

Red Tartan Scarf What goes better than red and black plaid on a scarf in Ottawa? Wear it to show support for the Ottawa Redblacks, to show your Christmas spirit and most importantly, to stay warm and fashionable.

Oblong scarf Marc by Marc Jacob $105

Cashmere scarf J. Crew $128

Cashmere Scarf This has to be one of the most comfortable scarves out there. It’s fashionable and feels amazing on your neck.

Geometric Scarf If you’re looking to try out a scarf with a new, modern look to it, the geometric scarf is the perfect choice for you. It’s visually appealing and looks very slick with a nice, black peacoat.

Oversized scarf The name explains it all. It’s a great way to add a twist to your holiday appearances.

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Oversized brushed lambswool scarf Acne Studios $170

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Herschel Supply Co. 'Quartz' Knit Beanie $28.42

MEN’S TOQUES

THE BEANIE

for the Winter

AllSaints Fiest Fedora $85

A timeless hat for men during the winter. They’re warm, and for those of you with larger heads, they’re the perfect fit. Warm and classy.

Stussy Speckled SS Pom Beanie $44

THE POM POM HAT Very similar to the beanie except it has a giant pom pom on the top. Great for walking around during the winter, or even on the outdoor rink.

WINTER FEDORA 'Patbuch' Driving Cap $92.35

Having been around for several decades, the winter fedora is one winter hat that seems to never fade away. Goes great with a suit or a nice winter peacoat.

Rag & Bone Leather Brim Baseball Cap $213.12

TRADITIONAL FLAT CAP

THE BASEBALL HAT

Since the 1300s, this hat has been popular during the cold, winter months. It is versatile and stylish.

I know what you’re thinking - who wears a baseball cap during the winter? Just because it isn’t the warmest hat doesn’t mean it’s not fashionable. These hats are strictly for appearances and surprisingly, they are very common during winter.

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WALLET There’s always a need for a new wallet. It’s also a subtle way of saying, “Hey, spend some money on/with me.”

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WINE CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Bosca ‘Old Leather’ Trifold $156.29

For the wine enthusiast, a wine club membership will open his eyes to new wines from around the world. It’s a great way to try something new each month and you can enjoy the fruits of your purchase too!

WATCHES Watches are one of the few fashion accessories you can wear daily. Every time your man looks at his watch he’ll be reminded of the special someone who got it for him.

CHEWBACCA HOODIE We all know a Star Wars super fan. Why not keep your loved one warm and cozy on the cold February nights with a Chewbacca hoodie?

thinkgeek.com Chewie Costume Hoodie $69.99

wineofthemonthclub.ca Wine Lovers $49/Month

SHAVING KIT Like your man to have the perfect shave? Look no further than a premium shaving kit that comes with shaving cream, a brush, razor and scented creams.

Fossil Q - Grant $277.06 The Art of Shaving Initation Kit- Sandalwood $73.00

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SPORTS

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TOP 5 NHL ALL-STAR GAME MOMENTS

RAY BOURQUE FIGHTS BACK Ray Bourque scores with only 37 seconds left in the game to help his Eastern team win the game. The best part of it all is that he did this in front of his home crowd in Montreal.

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Mario Lemieux lit up the all-star game, recording 6 points in just the one game. To date, this is still an NHL record for most points by a single player in an NHL All-Star game.

# 2

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“SUPER MARIO”

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# 3

After being traded from Edmonton to L.A. in 1988, Wayne returned to Edmonton the following year to participate in the 1989 NHL All-Star game. Gretzky finished with one goal and two assists and also won the MVP of the game. Shocker.

What could be better than watching Wayne Gretzky play in the NHL All-Star game? How about watching Wayne Gretzky play in the NHL All-Star game with another NHL Legend, Gordie Howe.

# 4

2 GREAT ONE’S COMBINE

HEATLEY STRIKES AGAIN Former Ottawa Senator, Dany Heatley, made his first NHL AllStar Game appearance in 2003, and he definitely made his mark. Heatley had 4 goals during regulation, an assist, and he scored another goal in the shootout.

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GRETZKY RETURNS

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ON S A E S IS H T IN A G A M R O N IN NORRIS TROPHY F

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When is a Will not a will? By: Ted Mann There is a massive transfer of wealth currently happening in the province, and across the country, from the baby boomer generation to their children and grandchildren. And everyone has a hand out wanting a piece of that pie. As a result, there have been a significant number of law suits generated challenging the validity or enforceability of a will left by a deceased. There are, however, only a limited number of circumstances under which a will can be challenged: The most commonly used challenges are: Improper Execution: A will which has not been properly signed and witnessed as provided in the laws of Ontario is invalid, and can be set aside in a court of law. Undue Influence: A will can be set aside if a person or group of persons have pressured, intimidated or otherwise influenced the deceased in the preparation of his/her will.

set aside Mr. Spence’s will as being void as against public policy. Although this case is under appeal, there is judicial authority in earlier cases for this principle, and estate planning lawyers are now delving more closely into motivations behind wills to reduce the likelihood of a challenge on this basis.

Family Law Act: A spouse, instead of taking his/her inheritance arising from a will within six months of the date of death, may elect instead for an equalization of net family property under the Family Law Act, a complex calculation that evens out the value of the assets of each spouse accumulated during the marriage. Dependant’s Relief: A person who is the dependent of a deceased can challenge a will, to the extent that the will doesn’t adequately provide for that dependent.

It is our responsibility to advise our clients with regard to their estate planning needs to do our best to create an estate plan that can survive a challenge on any of the above grounds.

Ted Mann is the managing partner with Mann Lawyers LLP, a full service law firm in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. Should you require more information or assistance regarding wills and/or estate planning, please call 613.722.1500 and ask for Ted Mann, Heather Austin-Skaret, Ashley Maksimovic or Mitchell Besner and they would be happy to assist. DISCLAIMER: This article provides general information and should not be construed as legal advice or establish a solicitor-client relationship by way of the information contained herein. You should seek qualified legal advice before acting on any of the information provided herein.

Against Public Policy: A provision in a will that is found by a court to be against public policy will be found to be invalid. A recent example of the application of this principle can be found in the case of Spence v. BMO. That case involved a father and two daughters. The father had had no relationship with one of the daughters, and was very close to and had provided money to the other daughter. That daughter told her father at one point that she was living with a man of a race different from theirs, and was going to have a baby with him. The father, upon being advised of this, stopped his communication with that daughter, and changed his will, cutting out that daughter entirely and leaving his estate to the first daughter from whom he had been estranged. The court Mann Lawyers LLP 613.722.1500. www.mannlawyers.com

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ALAN DOYLE AND THE BEAUTIFUL GYPSIES

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