Fine LIfestyles Regina Volume 7 Issue 5

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By Fine Lifestyles editor SHERRY LEE

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t’s that time of year again — days are getting shorter, the decorations and lights are out and we anticipate the special time of year ahead of us.

The Christmas season means many things and for most of us, that includes shopping. If you are looking for unique ideas for the special people on your list, this final issue of the year offers many options, especially the feature titled You Gotta Shop Here. The owners of two of these businesses — Trina Fader of Trinos Menswear and Gaynor Novak of Bib and Tucker Clothing — are featured on the front cover.

We spent an enjoyable morning doing this cover photo session at Le Macaron Decadent Desserts & Café in the east end of Regina; owners Gilles and Jacqueline graciously opened their festive space to help us create this beautiful cover. Be sure to visit Le Macaron to add to your seasonal enjoyment.

We have some exciting stories for you this time around, especially in the area of provincial health initiatives. The ONE VOICE event for neural health held in Saskatoon this past summer involved many sports celebrities and profiled some groundbreaking research happening at the University of Saskatchewan. Country music superstar, Garth Brooks, landed in our province in late August to throw his support behind two significant fundraising events for the Saskatchewan Children’s Hospital.

Congratulations to the organizers of these events, proving once again how Saskatchewan people can really make things happen!

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www.finelifestyles.ca Volume 7, Issue 5 2015 Associate Editor Sherry Lee sherryl@finelifestyles.ca Design Candace Haiko, DeAnne Bell, Ghislaine Moffitt, Shanna Joudrey Cover Photography Calvin Fehr Trina Fader, Trinos Menswear (L) and Gaynor Novak, Bib and Tucker Clothing, photographed on location at Le Macaron, Decadent Desserts & Café, Regina Photography Calvin Fehr, Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, DeAnne Bell, Regina Symphony Orchestra, Terra Nova® Nurseries Inc. Contributing Writers Courtney Tait, Henny Buffinga, Ken Beattie, Kim Mannix Vermette, Melanie Furlong, Tobie Hainstock, Tonya Lambert, Trina Annand Distribution & Subscriptions info@finelifestyles.ca finemags

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Add to this our coverage of the 1st Annual Regina International Film Festival, and you have the making of another issue you’ll want to keep in your Fine Lifestyles archives!

Wishing you all the best this season and Happy New Year!

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CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS STYLE ..................................................... 8 HEALTH & WELLNESS ...................... 22 ARTS, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT .. 32 SPORTS, RECREATION & TRAVEL....46 HOUSE & HOME .................................48 BUSINESS ............................................54 WHEELS ...............................................62

FEATURES COVER: You Gotta Shop Here ............ 12 RSO: Give the Gift of Music this Holiday Season .........................................42 Ken Beattie: Shoo Fly, Don’t Bother Me ...................48 Kelly Lovell: A Canadian Business Leader Empowering Youth..................54

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For an exciting and mouth-watering dining experience, visit Unique Bistro. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, we prepare each dish to perfection. Indulge in the many tastes of Saskatchewan such as naturally organic eggs from HURON Farms, Quill Creek bison, Prairie Pride chicken, fresh pickerel from the northern lakes and more.

Start your Sunday off right with our hot, fresh brunch buffet for only $12.99! For those with dietary concerns, we offer an extensive selection of gluten free and vegetarian dishes.

This holiday season, call on us to cater your event, whether big or small. Dine in or invite your guests to the venue of your choice.

Birthday, anniversary, staff party or friendly gathering — your event will be the talk of the town with help from Unique Bistro!

Say goodbye to 2015 with your friends this New Year’s Eve at Unique Bistro! Enjoy a special à la carte menu served from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and a lovely buffet from 9 p.m. to midnight.

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FINE Vintage Jewelry

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As the saying goes, “What’s old is new again.”

With the popularity of vintage jewelry, everyone is searching for the next big find!

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t’s important to note that not all old jewelry is vintage. Vintage refers to older items of very high craftsmanship, materials and design that is still relevant and useful in today’s world. Real vintage jewelry is timeless and, hence, valuable. A rare vintage piece may cost more than a similar new item.

Vintage-themed weddings are the latest trend, and many couples are opting for a vintage or vintage-look engagement ring.

Couples can choose from a new ring made in an older style, an older setting with new diamonds, or an actual vintage ring, whether a family heirloom or something specially purchased for the occasion.

Associated with romance, enduring love and traditional moral values, a vintage engagement ring is one-of-a-kind. In addition, an older piece of jewelry can be more meaningful because of the stories and the people connected with it.

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Tips When Purchasing Vintage Fine Jewelry Once the decision has been made to purchase a piece of vintage fine jewelry, there are several things you will need to consider.

• Reason for Buying. People buy vintage jewelry for a variety of reasons. Is it an investment? Do you desire something truly unique or are you searching for a particular style of jewelry? Perhaps you want to own something that once belonged to a celebrity? Your reason for buying will greatly affect what you buy.

If you are investing, research the market trends. For example, seven years ago, the desire for natural pearls was strong but now buyers are looking increasingly for coral pieces. Gemstones from long-closed mines, such as Golconda diamonds or Kashmir sapphires, are always in demand, as pre-owned jewelry is the only source for these precious stones.

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JEWELRY DESIGN PERIODS Georgian (1714-1837) Victorian (1837-1901) • Early Victorian or Romantic (1837-1860) • Mid-Victorian or Grand (1860-1885) • Late Victorian or Aesthetic (1880-1901) Art Nouveau or Arts & Crafts (1890-1914) Edwardian or Belle Époque (1890-1915) Art Deco (1915-1935) Retro (1935-1955)

• Educate Yourself. Informed buyers make better decisions. The more you know about a product, the more likely the piece you purchase will be genuine.

Educate yourself about the different jewelry design periods, specifically about the period you prefer. Learn about the well-known designers of the period — their design characteristics and their signature markings. Pieces made by well-known designers always hold their value better. Finally, gain a

basic understanding of the various cuts of gemstones, especially diamonds.

Knowing what was popular or even possible in a period will help you to determine the authenticity of a piece.

all sides. Repair work or construction flaws are often only visible from the back. Check any clasps to see if the metal looks newer than the rest of the piece. Do you see a jeweler’s mark?

• Examine the Jewelry Carefully.

Purchasing vintage fine jewelry is a big financial investment and every care should be taken to ensure the jewelry is authentic and in excellent condition.

Examine the piece carefully with a jeweler’s loupe. Be sure to examine

Vintage jewelry has almost certainly been worn before, possibly even frequently.

You should see evidence of normal wear and tear. However, more extensive damage, such as chips or cracks to the stones or metal, will lessen its value and be difficult and costly to repair.

• Authentication. There are a number of things you can do to ascertain the authenticity of a piece of jewelry, beginning with educating yourself. Buy only from a reputable, experienced dealer. Ask for the original proof of purchase or packaging or mention of the piece in old letters or photos.

Discover how the seller acquired the jewelry. Have the jewelry authenticated by an expert, such as a Gemological Institute of America (GIA) certified gemologist. Remember, if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Be sure to ask if the dealer offers any warranty for your purchase. Find out about their return policy, especially when purchasing an engagement ring or jewelry as a gift. Finally, get an insurance appraisal on any piece of vintage fine jewelry you buy. Happy hunting!

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BiB and Tucker: Your Best Dress!

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ib and Tucker is an old British saying for “your best dress.” When someone is asked to “put on their bib and tucker,” it means something special is about to happen, and these same rules apply to Bib and Tucker Clothing. Since opening in July 2014 in Canterbury Park — Regina’s latest revitalization condo project — they’ve brought new European and Canadian fashions to the Queen City.

“I’m really excited about how this part of the city is growing,” says Gaynor Novak, owner and operator.

“It’s quickly becoming a niche little area and we’ve recently welcomed Olson Goldsmiths and Golden Mile merchants to the mix. It’s easy to park behind the building, grab a coffee at Naked Bean, find a cute outfit here, and then catch up with girlfriends next door at The Lobby.”

Novak explains she wanted to bring some new options to Regina. “I wanted people to look and feel their best in a brand new outfit at a reasonable price.”

Bib and Tucker’s reputation for both style and price is growing quickly with jeans starting at $90, dresses averaging $130 and tops starting at $50.

Novak hand-selects brands such as Code Vitesse (Canadian brand giving women an effortless sense of style), Papillon Blanc (Canadian brand with urban instincts), Anna Scott (European brand for the woman who fully enjoys life) and Kut from the Kloth (U.S. brand).

“Because we’re new, we are still finding our way. “We use our customers’ feedback to help determine which

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brands to bring in.” We’ve also learned there is a need in Regina to provide fashions for curvier ‘fashionistas’ and because of that, we soon will be bringing in clothing for women up to size 3X while keeping the sizes we’ve always carried.”

Finding the right brand mix has not been the only challenge in the first year of business. Two months after opening, Novak found herself in hospital after having a heart attack. “Are you kidding me? I don’t have time for this!” she laughs. “I had the classic signs and tried to ignore them, but the one symptom that wouldn’t go away was the one in my head that kept saying ‘something just isn’t right.’ ” Novak attributes her fast recovery and success of the business to her husband, Barry (who spent a milestone birthday with her in hospital after her bypass surgery), her four awesome kids, friends and family who were with her every step of the way, the incredible hospital staff and doctors (many who are now her customers), and the amazing staff at the store — Doreen, Robynn and Ally — who treated the store as their own while she was recovering. “Bib and Tucker wouldn’t have survived and be as successful as it has been if it weren’t for them. I owe them so much!” adds Novak.

Check out all the brands and store hours online or visit them in-store — and get ready to wear your best bib and tucker!

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A Treasure Chest of Style A treasure is hard to find, but it’s always worth the search. Look to Trino’s in the East Landing Mall for Christmas treasures in styles that are modern and cutting-edge; we have everything from formal suits to weekend wear. We’ve been preparing for the holiday season, and have everything for those special men in your lives. Owner and Paragon winner, Trina Fader, and her staff can outfit men of any age with style that’s fitting for the holidays and every day. They even keep client sizes on file to make future visits and gift shopping easy.

With personalized service and specialized clothing lines, Trino’s Menswear is turning heads this holiday season. You just might find your man’s Christmas wish list growing by the day. Trino’s will dress you from head to toe, and lead you into the new year in style.

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Something for everyone... and Simply Stunning

By Tobie Hainstock Photos DeAnne Bell

When giving gifts to our family and friends, it’s only natural we want to give them things to please and delight them. So, what do we get them?

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or more than 27 years, Presents World Wide Gifts has been providing patrons with a large selection of wonderful gifts that bring smiles to many faces. Originally, the store started out as a gift shop and then later became a Bradford Exchange dealer. Over the years, the selection has grown to include a wide range of beautiful gifts.

New owners Jing and Yunhui Lan and long-time employees Marion Lange, Rhonda Lang and Connie Rasmussen all agree Presents has something for almost everyone on your gift giving list.

For the Bradford collector, there is a wide variety of items that feature lights and music as well as motion pieces. There are

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also stunning Christmas items galore! Look for tree ornaments, tabletop items, music boxes and more. “Basically they are all collectibles, so they run for a certain length of time and then are no longer available,” states Lange. This is ideal for that “hard to shop for person” on your list who seems to have everything.

Rasmussen adds for the Christmas season, Bradford Exchange is offering a sale on selected items. “Over the Christmas shopping season, we will also be having a draw where one Bradford ornament is given away every week.”

Bradford primarily features the work of two very popular artists, Thomas Kinkade — who is well known for his lovely paintings of Victorian houses — and Lena Liu, who delights many with her delicate floral artwork.

Although the store offers an impressive stock of Bradford items, they also take special orders. “It’s very simple to order something in,” explains Lang. “Just bring in your request and it will go into the order book. You will get a call when it comes in.”

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Presents carries collectibles for those whose interests are beyond the traditional collectible ornaments. From classic cars to Elvis, you’re sure to find something that will even please the men on your list.

The store also carries a wide selection of other popular gifts such as Painted Ponies, Snow Babies, Snowpinions, Q Ray Bracelets, fashion scarves, watches and assorted home décor items. For those who love warmth and softness, there’s always a plush animal from Aurora.

Foodies will love receiving items from Davenport’s Tasty Sensations and Gourmet Village which feature the finest quality in hot chocolates, popcorns, flavourings, candy and more. All are ideal for tucking into gift baskets or as stocking stuffers. Presents also carries Parenteau’s Gourmet Foods from Langham who offer a lovely assortment of chokecherry, Saskatoon berry and raspberry jams, syrups and champagnes.

No matter who is on your list this season, the helpful staff at Presents World Wide Gifts is pleased to assist you in finding

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groundbreaking event occurred in Saskatoon this past summer that is capturing serious attention. On the evening of July 24, more than 600 people gathered at TCU Place in Saskatoon to support a fundraiser that will assist the innovative Neural Health Project at the University of Saskatchewan. The memorable evening included a VIP reception, numerous entertainers, a nutritious meal, speeches and shared stories, a silent and live auction, a dance and unparalleled comradery and compassion that affected everyone present.

University of Saskatchewan) and Mike Babcock (head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs) the event was born from shared personal tragedies. When longtime friends and champions of previous causes, Maltman and Babcock lost two people — Ian Buckwold and Jordan Chartier — within weeks of each other because of the effects of mental illness, they decided to do something for mental health. Maltman admits, “I said to Mike ‘It has to be more than a fundraiser. We’re not just going to raise money, give it to a group and then walk away.’ ”

Organized by Dr. DeeDee Maltman (a Saskatoon family physician and medical director at the Centre of Integrative Medicine at the

In 2010, Dr. Maltman had returned to school to become an integrative medical specialist. “I realized what I learned through aBove Photo Dr. DeeDee Maltman & Mike Babcock

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“We need to create awareness around mental health and let people know it’s okay to ask for help. It’s devastating there is not an avenue for people to go get help. Clara has really created some awareness lately and we’ve got to keep the momentum going.” —Jennifer Jones, Canadian Olympic Curling Champion the whole area of integrative medicine, there were so many components that lend themselves beautifully to a more complete approach to mental illness. We started to talk about reframing the actual name from one of mental illness to one of neural health.”

The Neural Health Project aims to take a “more upstream approach to mental illness,” admits Maltman, who also understands research is expensive.

Starting with a few small successful dinners where attendees paid $1,000 per plate to support this initiative, Maltman says “we knew we were onto something.”

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“Mental health affects one in five people each year, costing Canadians at least $50 billion annually. In 2011, more than $6 billion of this cost was due to lost productivity. The gap in mental health investment has been well documented nationally and the Neural Health Project in intended to help close that gap.” —Excerpt from ONE VOICE event program

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Enter the ONE VOICE event, named because “no matter who you are, we all need to come together in one voice and create that critical mass of people to say ‘we want something different; we want something more complete in this area,’ ” declares Maltman. Through his connections and efforts, Babcock brought in many celebrities and well known athletes. “We obviously hit a nerve, both in that community and the community of Saskatchewan,” says Maltman, who praises the “dream team” organizing committee, volunteers and sponsors who supported the event, led by Cameco.

Maltman is ecstatic about the more than $1 million raised through the event. “Through a true collaborative Saskatchewan effort, the ONE VOICE event was a total success… it almost became like a sacred space of sharing;

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“I thought tonight was probably the most significant event I’ve ever been involved in. When you share, you connect with people and when they hear you talk without shame and embarrassment, all of a sudden they feel a little more likely to come out and share. Those stories tonight will change lives. If you find out you have the power to save people’s lives or change people’s lives simply by telling your story, and you are given the platform to do that, wouldn’t you say you’re obligated to do that? It takes so little effort. Shame on me if I don’t.

Antidepressants saved my life. Sick, not weak — that’s my mantra.”

—Michael Landsberg, TSN talk show host and sports journalist “I don’t care who we are, I consider us all on the spectrum of neural health. I don’t think there’s one of us who hasn’t felt at some point in our lives anxious, or kind of down or defensive or worried about our dark thoughts… I consider this something we’re all in together.

We’ve all been affected by a colleague or a family member who has been ill.”

—Dr. Dee Dee Maltman “I never thought I would be on stage talking about my anxiety, but I just really want to help other people. I want them to know it’s okay to have a mental illness; you’re not alone and it’s definitely not something to be embarrassed about. When I was younger, I kept it to myself and only me and my family knew. Three or four years ago, I started telling my friends and being more open about it.

It made me so much happier; I’m not embarrassed to talk about it… it’s such a relief and such a nice feeling… you can just be open and be yourself.”

—Kaitlyn Hrudey, daughter of Donna & Kelly Hrudey, former NHL goalie Photo toP left Michael Landsberg & Clara Hughes Bottom left Kelly Hrudey & daughter, Kaitlyn

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“I’ve been affected by mental illness in my family and friends, so I know what it does. Nobody is perfect and that’s what this event is for, and they need to know they’re not alone. Now people are accepting it’s a disease like any other disease. This is the start of a conversation and other events; it will be good.”

—Jared Cowan, NHL Ottawa Senators “When you say ‘one voice,’ we aren’t here just to entertain, but we want to come alongside to get this message out there to really bring change to hurting people who struggle with mental illness. It’s such an awesome opportunity seeing people coming together to support this, seeing the heart of the people coming together to meet this need.” —Jackie and Jason Heistad of Jacky Bell & Thunder, entertainers

to raise awareness for mental health in 2014, praised Saskatchewan for leading the way in Canada with this event and the upcoming innovative university project.

Photo toP Tim Gitzel of Cameco Bottom Jacky Bell & Thunder

people were very real that night, yet we had fun. Life involves hardship and tears and difficult moments, yet we were all there to celebrate life and to make a difference going forward. That’s what made it so special.”

Following the poignant video Somewhere in Mind about the tragic impact on the Chartier and Buckwold families, many shared stories melted hearts in the crowd,

resulting in tears and standing ovations.

Canadian Olympian Clara Hughes, who spoke openly about her family’s struggles, admitted to trying to “outride” her eating disorder and depression. “I thought I could give myself so much physical pain that I could numb the emotional pain inside. After two years of that, I gave up... it took a long time to realize it was me and I had to do the work and I couldn’t do it alone.” Hughes, who rode across Canada

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Maltman can hardly contain her excitement about the Neural Health Project. “Every day, we get so many emails asking for support, wanting to know about the project, people sending YouTube videos of songs they’ve created. It is people desperate to reach out and connect with other people they know understand them. The neural health project is perfectly positioned in the province, perfectly timed — it’s exciting.” www.theneuralhealthproject.com

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FROM YOUR OPTOMETRIST Your Eyes are Windows to Your Health

Dr. Myles Bokinac

owner / optometrist Advance Eye Care Center 500-4010 Pasqua Street, Regina 306.586.7036 www.advanceeyecarecenter.ca

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e all know a comprehensive routine eye exam tests your vision and eyesight. However, many people are unaware of the number of diseases that can be detected during these exams. In fact, a routine eye exam tests for over 1,500 different eye diseases, many of which are asymptomatic in the early stages. Surprisingly, more than 300 systemic diseases can manifest signs in the eye that may be found on a routine exam. Some of these conditions include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), hyperthyroidism and even certain types of cancer. In addition, many systemic medications have ocular side effects we look for during the examination.

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The retina and vasculature of the internal eye are the only active living internal tissues that can be viewed without invasive testing such as X-rays and MRIs. This allows a unique view into to your systemic health. For example, a patient with diabetes affecting the eye will typically show small bleeds in the retina at the back of the eye. These bleeds can progress and may lead to blindness if left undiagnosed. If this type of bleed was detected during an exam, the patient would be referred to his or her their family physician to confirm the diagnosis of diabetes and begin treatment if deemed necessary.

Another example is MS, which often first presents as a condition called optic neuritis that leads to sudden vision loss.

These patients typically come to an optometrist to get the cause of the vision loss assessed. Treatment is provided, but a referral to formally test for MS is also arranged. Optic neuritis is the first presenting symptom of up to 20 per cent of MS cases and proper diagnosis by an optometrist can lead to an earlier diagnosis of the disease.

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For these reasons, optometrists are extensively trained not only about the eye, but the health and physiology of the entire body, as well. Many ocular conditions we deal with regularly require more than simple topical treatment.

For example, a small scrape or bug bite on the eyelid can cause preseptal cellulitis. This condition results in significant swelling of the eyelids and if left untreated, can lead to a more serious condition called orbital cellulitis; this can subsequently result in meningitis.

Since October 1, 2015, optometrists in Saskatchewan are now legislated to prescribe oral medications for ocular conditions such as preseptal cellulitis.

This will improve patient access to timely eye health care and bring Saskatchewan’s legislation on par with other provinces in this particular area.

The eyes really are a window to your health, so ensure you have regular examinations. Advance Eye Care Center Optometrists is accepting new patients at all three of our locations in Regina, Grenfell and Lumsden. Call 306.586.7036 or visit advanceeyecarecenter.com.

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Spa time isn’t just a chance to nourish our bodies; it’s an opportunity to unplug and recharge busy minds and most importantly, to share laughter, love, inspiration and sound advice we can only get from those we love!

Everyone loves relaxing and being pampered! En Vogue gift certificates are sure to put a smile on the face of your loved ones and give them something to look forward to after Christmas is over.

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Thought spa treatments were just for women? Think again!

Men love to be pampered too, so why not treat your dad, brother, uncle or husband to a relaxing spa treatment this Christmas? Massages, Corona Pedicure — check out our treatments for men.

Even though most men would love to try spa treatments, it’s not something they are likely to buy themselves — making this an even better gift!

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TEAMING TOGETHER for the Children

By Tonya Lambert & Tobie Hainstock Photos courtesy Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan

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anada’s first Child Life Zone, a therapeutic play area, will be part of the Children’s Hospital of Saskatchewan. Country singer Garth Brooks hosted two soldout fundraisers in Regina and Saskatoon on August 26, events put together by Teammates for Kids and the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan (CHFS). Ticket sales from these events, as well as generous donations from entrepreneur and philanthropist Brett

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Wilson ($1 million) and The Mosaic Company ($3 million), brought in more than $6 million. All proceeds will go towards the building, staff and maintenance of the state-of-the-art therapeutic facility.

Putting together the two events to fund the Child Life Zone has been a two-year journey. Saskatchewan-born former NHL players, Kelly Chase from Porcupine Plain and Barry Melrose from Kelvington, were

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instrumental in bringing the two charities together. Long involved with CHFS and members of Teammates for Kids, they knew the organizations were an ideal match.

Brooks co-founded the Teammates for Kids Foundation with Bo Mitchell in 1999.

Since then, the foundation has been instrumental in implementing numerous educational and sports programs in the U.S. as well as building 11 Child Life Zones.

OPPOSITE BACK ROW, L-R Brett Smith, Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback; Brynn Boback-Lane, CEO of CHFS; Kelly Chase, former NHL player; Garth Brooks; Weston Dressler, Saskatchewan Roughriders slotback; Barry Melrose, former NHL player and coach FRONT ROW Children who have benefited from the CHFS THIS PAGE TOP The Riders Table CENTRE Brett Wilson BOTTOM Representatives of The Mosaic Company

champagne lunch and program at Kreos Aviation, and in Regina, a reception, dinner and program at Conexus Arts Centre. The events were both a thank you to the people of the province for their support of the Children’s Hospital and a public affirmation of the joint commitment of the two organizations to the construction, maintenance and staffing of the Child Life Zone.

Brynn Boback-Lane, president and CEO of CHFS, commented, “It’s pretty impressive as a person that this man [Garth Brooks] is taking time out of his family’s vacation to take care of Saskatchewan’s children. This is a lifeimpacting gift; the ripple effects will be felt for generations. To say our foundation is grateful is an understatement.”

The Child Life Zone will be a 3,000 sq.ft. therapeutic play area staffed by certified Child Life Specialists. “It will be a unique place where the children can play, learn, laugh and connect,” explained BobackLane. “They will learn to cope through play, education and self-expression.”

By addressing the psychological wellbeing of patients and their families, the Child Life Zone will have a huge impact on the ability of both the child and their family to heal. “The thing with the zones is they believe in the medicines that cannot be bought,” said Brooks.

“What they are finding out in these zones is that the recovery time for these kids — because they are getting to be kids — is half of the time that it is without it. They are also finding that their pain medications are cut in half, too.”

“Teammates is a remarkable foundation,” explains Chase. “All the money donated to it goes to the project being funded; there are no administration costs or anything. When a player makes a donation to Teammates for Kids, either through a direct donation or through

a game-related commitment — such as power play goals — that donation is matched by a group of investors as well as by Garth Brooks himself.”

To donate specifically to the Child Life Zone or general to the Children’s Hospital, visit www.childrenshospitalsask.ca or call the office toll-free at 1.888.808.5437.

Brooks covered the cost of the events which, in Saskatoon, included a

The Children’s Hospital is scheduled to open in 2019.

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Staying True to Saskatchewan Tradition

& Moving Forward into the Future

By Tobie Hainstock

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xperience the luxury and grandeur of the Hotel Saskatchewan. Located in the heart of Regina, this stunning landmark has a deep history and special significance to Regina residents. “There’s a maximum of about two degrees of separation for many people here in the city,” says Brian Munson, general manager of the Hotel Saskatchewan.

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Melynda Loder, director of sales, agrees.

“I often have folks tell me stories about a relative that once worked here or a friend who was married here or something like that. Everyone in Regina seems to have a connection to the hotel and everyone takes ownership of it. This is the people’s hotel and that’s just the way we like it,” says Loder.

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A Brief History Owned by the Canadian Pacific Railway, the Hotel Saskatchewan opened in 1927 after 11 months of round-the-clock construction. This beauty was designed

by George Ross and R.H. Macdonald and was built in the true style of the grand hotels of that era, featuring marble thresholds and terrazzo floors.

From 1945 to 1984, the Hotel Saskatchewan served as the official residence of the province’s Lieutenant Governor. It has also housed many celebrities and dignitaries, such as Queen Elizabeth, French President Francois Mitterrand, Justin Bieber, B.B. King, the Rolling Stones and more.

Over the years, the hotel has changed owners a few times, but has always maintained its high standards for service.

The most recent transition has been to join the Marriott family of hotels.

Moving Forward with Marriott As a Four Diamond member of the Marriott Hotel group, the Hotel Saskatchewan continues to offer premiere service and the highest in comfort and accommodation. Being part of Marriott’s group of Autograph Hotels, Hotel Saskatchewan is set on an international stage and recognized as the true icon Regina residents know it to be. “The Hotel Sask has the honour of

being only the second Autograph hotel in Canada,” says Loder.

To keep this “grand lady” relevant to her many visitors, the hotel has been undergoing a “refreshing,” as Munson describes it. “Renovations began in April of this year and included all the guest rooms and public areas, such as the lobby. In 2016, the refreshing will focus on the conference rooms.” One thing many guests will notice is the upgrading of WiFi and technical services throughout the hotel as it reaches out to a younger, more social media friendly clientele.

chef, impeccable spa services, up-todate fitness room and guest services fit for royalty.

Still reflecting the heart of the Prairies, the Hotel Saskatchewan remains true to its dedication to making your experience a treasured memory.

The refreshing taking place is focused on maintaining the authenticity and integrity of this historical gem. The charm and romance that lingers throughout the essence of the hotel is still very much intact.

The level of service remains exceptional.

Patrons are welcome to enjoy a wealth of comforts, including fine dining prepared by the hotel’s own Red Seal

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The Hotel Saskatchewan 2125 Victoria Ave., Regina 306.522.7691 www.marriott.com/yqrak

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Regina International Film Festival & Awards:

Stepping Onto the World Stage

By Tobie Hainstock Photos courtesy RIFFA

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he first ever Regina International Film Festival and Awards (RIFFA) offered guests a thrilling star-studded weekend with an international appeal. The entire community embraced the event, which was held Oct. 2 and 3 at the Conexus Arts Centre.

According to John Thimothy, chief executive director and founder of RIFFA, the planning of the inaugural event took about two years to become reality. Thimothy expresses appreciation to colleague and board member, Dawn Bird, for her support throughout the planning process.

Both Thimothy and Bird have strong backgrounds in the performing arts and film production. Their passion for the film industry was the driving force behind hosting a film festival in the province’s capital that would command international attention. “Once I had a clear structure about how we could proceed, Dawn assisted me in gathering the right qualified people to sit on the board,” says Thimothy.

“Once the right people were all in place, it was very easy because John had the structure for management of the project.

It was already pre-made and everything fell into place,” says Bird. But it was still a lot of hard work with many meetings.

“Sometimes we’d meet four to five times a week,” Thimothy recalls. A team of 23 hard working and dedicated volunteers got the show on the road.

Multiple invitations were sent out to people in the film industry; Bird personally invited about 650 people. Turnout was phenomenal and approximately 800 guests attended the two day festival. “It was more than we hoped for,” Bird. “We had no money for advertising; this was all word of mouth and we are so pleased with the attendance, especially with this being our first year!”

A private marketing company was hired to send out invitations for entries and the

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response was overwhelming. More than 800 entries were received from around the world. Of the entrants, 80 were from Canada, 200 from the United States and the rest came from a wide range of countries such as the United Kingdom, France and Spain. Three panels helped determine the winners for the event.

The success of this year’s event owes a great deal to the many volunteer and sponsors. “I really have to thank Regina Acura,” says Thimothy. “They were incredible; they supported a project that was completely new. They had faith and believed in us.” Proceeds from the event will be going to the Canadian Mental Health Association.

Next year, the RIFFA team is planning for a five to 10 day event that will feature full length films as well as some shorts.

“We are also looking at showing films in various smaller venues throughout the city,” says Bird.

RIFFA is thrilled to introduce the international film industry and Regina to each other. It’s indeed an exciting time to be a part of the Saskatchewan arts industry. www.riffa.ca

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Best Screen Play: Cooped Best Foreign Language: Cinnamon Skin Best Music: Cooped Best Director: Latonia Hartery for Sadie (Canadian) Best Actor: Dennis Florine for Michael the Businessman in Dennis is Dead Best Actress: Lesia Lypchuck for the mother in Mother, in the Name of Millions Best Cinematography: Mischa by Guido Franken Best Editor: Mischa Best Film: The Viewers Best Hair/Makeup: Maquillage, Coiffure for The Viewers Special Jury Award: Road to Ningbo (Canadian) Critic’s Choice Award: Ron Taylor: Dr. Baseball (Canadian) Special Jury Mention: Double Crossed (Canadian) TOP LEFT Jacqui Shumiatcher TOP RIGHT Dawn Bird, board member, CENTER LEFT Dennis Alexander Nicholson, director CENTER RIGHT John Thimothy, founder ARTS, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

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Breakfast, Lunch & Unforgettable

HOMEMADE FLAVOUR

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reakfast — it’s the most important meal of the day.

Regina’s Haritos family has taken that motto to heart at Breakfast Bistro. Located on Quance Street in the east end of the city, Breakfast Bistro is the place to go for hearty, homemade breakfasts. Unlike many fast-food breakfasts, all the ingredients are chosen and prepared with care and attention.

“We source locally, including our thick-cut, cherry-smoked bacon. Our potatoes are

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from Lumsden, and each is hand-cut,” says owner Niki Haritos. “Nearly everything on the menu is made in-house and we add our own special flair to each dish.”

The All-Day Eggs Bennies are the crown jewel on the menu. The Hollandaise sauce is extra special; its secret is a splash of Sriracha that tops each style of Benny. There’s the traditional version with ham or bacon; Sriracha-style with avocado, tomato and arugula; vegetarian

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with roasted vegetables and herb aioli; and a delightful Florentine with spinach and feta. Each is served with spicy roasted potatoes and a freshly cut fruit bowl. Thinking about something more traditional? You’ll also find a hearty two egg breakfast with your choice of bacon, ham or sausage and a side of oven roasted hash browns, toast and fruit — or design your own three egg omelette, served with all the fixings. You can also find mammoth home-baked cinnamon

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rolls just like Grandma used to make — plus buttermilk pancakes, Belgian waffles, muffins and French toast. Everything is made from scratch and the meats are all sourced locally.

If it’s a great lunch you’re looking for, Breakfast Bistro has many great choices.

The Bistro Burger is made with a fresh beef patty and topped with bacon, avocado, arugula, red onion, Sriracha aioli, tomato and cheddar cheese. Try the Apple Brie Melt; fresh apple is basted in butter and then topped with brie cheese, fig jam and served on flax toast with your choice of soup, salad or fries. There’s a vegetarian wrap piled with roasted zucchini, peppers, asparagus, spinach, Sriracha aioli and cheese, also with a side soup, salad or fries. The homemade soups change daily, and customer favourites include butternut squash, creamy tomato basil and borscht. If you’re in the mood for something straight out of the Haritos family cookbook, try Niki’s mother’s spanakopita. “It’s my mom’s secret blend of Greek herbs that makes our spanakopita so good,” says Niki.

Breakfast Bistro has the perfect beverage to go with your meal. There’s a great selection of coffees including Americano, Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte and a fabulous Greek-style coffee where the cream sits on top, creating a wonderful two-layer caffeine pick-me-up. “We’re also licensed, and our wines, beers and cocktails are a great accompaniment for breakfast,” says Niki. Try a mimosa, available in orange juice or Saskatoon berry flavours or a glass of Ruffino Pinot Grigio, a light and fruity wine that’s great for breakfast. There’s also Breakfast Bistro’s own Caesar rimmed with cured bacon and served with a skewer of more bacon and a pickle — or just enjoy a simple pint of 1664 beer.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Haritos Family is waiting to make your day. Find Breakfast Bistro at 3283 Quance Street and online at breakfastbistro.ca.

Breakfast Bistro 3283 Quance Street, Regina 306.206.1811 breakfastbistro.ca RIGHT Bill & Niki Haritos, owners

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ALIN GAVRIL

Executive Chef, Travelodge Fusion Cuisine from a Global Chef

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ith a cooking background that has taken him from Romania to Canada by way of Italy and Ireland, it’s no surprise Alin Gavril — executive chef of Regina’s Travelodge Hotel & Conference Centre — specializes in fusion cuisine.

As a young boy, Alin worked in kitchens alongside his mother, a professional cook in Romania. This early training planted the seeds of a career that took him to Italy, where he learned the techniques of pizza and pasta dishes and later ran the kitchen of a 200-seat restaurant. In Ireland, Alin worked for more than six years as the executive chef at Google’s Dublin headquarters, where he had the opportunity to cook for Ireland’s Prime Minister. He won Chef of the Year in Ireland 2012, as well as the first medal for Ireland in WASC Global Chefs Challenge Semi-Finals Europe North 2012.

Following a dream for his family to live in Canada, Alin relocated to Regina in 2014.

As the executive chef at Travelodge, he creates fusion cuisine, blending the influences of various global dishes.

The hotel’s restaurant has undergone changes under his leadership, including a new breakfast buffet and à la carte menu.

“The buffet is different than other hotels in how we present the food and flavours,” he says.

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COCONUT PEANUT BUTTER CURRY POUTINE CRISPY FRIED TANDOORI NEW YORK STEAK WITH KACHUMBAR SALAD

Coconut Peanut Butter Curry Poutine: 1 shallot, finely diced 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced 2 Tbsp. oil 2 Tbsp. curry powder 100 g peanut butter 1 can coconut milk 300 ml beef stock 50 ml pineapple juice 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 pkg. cheese curds Fries Tandoori New York Steak: 6 oz. New York steak Tandoori mixed spiced 50 g corn flour Fresh lime Kachumbar Salad: 50 g small diced red onions 50 g small diced tomato 50 g small diced cucumber 25 g jalapeno 1 lime Cilantro leaves Marinate the New York steak in tandoori mix and lime for few hours.

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Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in fry pan and add the shallot and garlic. Stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the curry powder and cook for 3 minutes until the mixture darkens and becomes aromatic. Once the curry mixture is ready, add peanut butter, coconut milk and beef stock.

Whisk together, then add sugar. Let it come to a boil, turn stove down to medium and let simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, when it will be reduced by about a third. Test the consistency with a spoon; it should coat the back of a spoon. Give it a final taste and season to your liking.

For the salad, toss together red onions, tomato, cucumber, jalapeño, lime and cilantro.

Lightly bread your marinated steak in corn flour and then deep fry for 2 minutes.

Now it’s time to assemble! Grab a nice big bowl and put down a layer of fries with curry sauce and a few cheese curds on top. Add the steak on top of the poutine and finish with Kachumber salad and lime wedges. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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DECEMBER 12 – 13, 2015 RSO: Handel’s Messiah Knox Metropolitan Church JANUARY 14, 2016 Blue Rodeo Conexus Arts Centre

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JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 7 The Hound of the Baskervilles Globe Theatre JANUARY 24 A Wedding Expo Conexus Arts Centre JANUARY 29-30 Beer Bacon Bands Festival Conexus Arts Centre

FEBRUARY 17-20 Shakespeare’s Globe on Screen The Moose Jaw Cultural Centre MARCH 12 RSO presents Mosaic Masterworks, Marie-Noelle Goes Irish Conexus Arts Centre MARCH 17-20 Spring Home Show Exvraz Place, Regina APRIL 1-3 What Women Want Conexus Arts Centre APRIL 13 – MAY 1 Romeo & Juliet Globe Theatre APRIL 26 Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles Conexus Arts Centre APRIL 29 Jeffery Straker with the RSO The Moose Jaw Cultural Centre

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DecaDent, Delicious & HealtHy Breakfast That Will Keep You Coming Back

Whether you have a sweet or salty tooth, anything is possible at breakfast. Combine flavours - it will inspire you. No matter how much time you have or the size of your appetite, there’s always a tasty solution for you to enjoy.

Cora Breakfast and Lunch 4634 Gordon Rd., Regina 306.585.2672 www.chezcora.com/regina OPEN Mon-Fri 6 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sat 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Give the Gift of Music this

Holiday SeaSon! Photos courtesy Regina Symphony Orchestra

Mark your calendars! The Regina Symphony Orchestra (RSO) performs your holiday tradition and city favourite, Handel’s Messiah on December 12, 2015 and Handel’s Messiah sing-a-long on December 13, 2015. First performed in 1742, the Messiah remains a much loved classic narrative of the Nativity and marks the beginning of holiday festivities.

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t is also the season to give the gift of music to the music lovers in your life. Share the experience of live orchestral music with your family and friends and create a precious memory.

Enjoy the most sizzling concerts your symphony has to offer including The Splendour of Tchaikovsky, Lights…Camera…The Oscars, Farewell to Victor, and Cirque de la Symphonie.

The RSO has a special holiday offer — get a pair of tickets for $75.

Take advantage of this offer which ends December 18, 2015. Visit reginasymphony.com and see promo code “HOLIDAY” or call the box office at 306.586.9555.

To stay up to date on all the concerts, events and special offers, follow the Regina Symphony Orchestra on Facebook, Twitter and their website — reginasymphony.com Everyone at the RSO extends wishes to you and your family for a happy and healthy holiday season!

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A Dining ExpEriEncE Everyone Can Enjoy ByTobie Hainstock

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able 10 Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge has become well known throughout Regina and area for their warm, relaxing atmosphere, personable service and unique mouth-watering menu. According to owner Denise Blondeau, the most important part of her job is making sure everyone who visits Table 10 has an excellent dining experience.

This stylish venue is dedicated to creating the ideal dining experience for those with dietary restrictions. Staff and

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management at Table 10 are thoroughly educated about celiac disease and gluten intolerance, so they can serve their clientele to the best of their abilities.

Having worked in the restaurant industry for more than 20 years, Blondeau has noticed how hard it can be for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease to order anything but a salad. “Seeing how hard it was for them to order inspired me to design a menu that doesn’t restrict any guests from enjoying a fantastic meal,” she says.

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As a result of this commitment, Table 10 has become well known for providing a variety of menu choices, particularly for those with dietary concerns. Chef Ricardo Rodriguez of Argentina offers a broad selection of delicious menu choices, all made from scratch with only the freshest ingredients. Enjoy such exquisite taste sensations as Braised Sterling Silver Beef Short Rib and Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Pamper yourself with gluten free desserts such as decadent Classic Belgian Callebaut Chocolate Mousse or creamy made-in-house ice cream.

Photos toP right, bottom left by DeAnne Bell

Complete your experience with a tantalizing wine or enjoy a refreshing imported or domestic beer from Table 10’s extensive list, or choose a cocktail such as a tangy Table 10 Caesar or refreshing Raspberry Lemonade.

Whether you like your brunch savoury, with a spectacular selection of fresh scrambles and benedicts, or sweet, featuring lovely gluten friendly pancakes, French toast or granola, there is nothing like spending time with friends or family in the surroundings of Table 10 to get your day off to the right start.

Lunch and light menu items are ideal for taking a well-deserved shopping break.

Sample something new every time you visit or pick your favourites, such as a crisp salad, the popular Table 10 Beef or Veggie Burgers, or warm yourself inside and out with a delicious bowl of savoury soup.

Planning a party or special function?

Conveniently located just off Quance Street in Regina’s east end, Table 10 is pleased to cater your anniversary, birthday or staff party, or any other function you’re putting together. Patrons

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are welcome to book a table or the entire restaurant for their event.

This season, be sure to visit Table 10 Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge for impeccable service, warm atmosphere and unforgettable cuisine. At Table 10, you’ll find great meals that work for everyone!

Table 10 Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge 2589 Quance Street, Regina, SK 306.543.8836 www.table10restaurant.com

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Luxury

Las Vegas

By Melanie Furlong

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hen it comes to luxury and decadence, no city does it like Las Vegas.

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Luxury Suites

The city is teeming with luxury high-roller suites that celebrities frequent on a regular basis. In the hotel’s new Fantasy Tower,

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The Palms has introduced the Hardwood Suite for the basketball enthusiast, complete with an indoor basketball court.

A penthouse equipped with a bowling alley is available at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The Chairman Suite at the Spa Tower at Bellagio features a waterfall, three fireplaces and remote controls for everything from the drapes to the lights to the music. MGM Grand’s Skylofts include pool tables, plasma screens, private chefs and infinity bathtubs.

Just months ago, some of the finest and most lavish Las Vegas suites from Caesars Entertainment were accessed only by celebrities and the casino’s high rollers. But with the launch of its new Anthology collection, the pinnacle of

LEFT Nobu Hotel, courtesy Caesars Palace TOP Qua Baths and Spa, courtesy Caesars Palace BOTTOM Giada, courtesy The Cromwell

Strip. Wynn Esplanade features the first Oscar de la Renta boutique fashion store and the first Jean Paul Gaultier designer store in the country.

Crystals, at CityCenter, showcases an array of exclusive retailers and dining establishments. Unique-to-market retailers opening their first locations in Las Vegas include Tom Ford, Assouline, Kiton, Miu Miu, Paul Smith and Porsche Design. luxury and exclusivity is brought directly to paying guests. Each of the suites, in hotels like The Cromwell or Nobu Hotel, boasts lavish amenities and stylish furnishings to private pool parties and glamorous movie star history, there’s nary an unrealized possibility.

Unique Spa Treatments

Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Palace offers the Laconium Room (providing ultra-heat therapy), the Arctic Ice Room (complete with snow falling from above) and a Tea Room staffed by a sommelier skilled at pairing herbal beverages with your chosen treatment.

AMP Afterhours at The Palms is designed to serve just one privileged couple or

person at a time. Guests can have the entire spa to themselves. Lingerie-clad nail technicians treat guests to the platinum pedicure in a candle-lit spa while they sip Cristal champagne and enjoy appetizers.

Decadent Shopping

The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace features approximately 160 boutiques and shops such as Harry Winston, Ted Baker, Thomas Pink, Nanette Lepore and Vosges Haut Chocolats. Other popular stores include Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton, Escada, Gucci, Christian Dior and Hugo Boss.

The much-anticipated 2005 opening of Wynn Las Vegas brought more high-end shopping experiences to the Las Vegas

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Anchored by a flagship Barneys New York, The Shoppes at The Palazzo offers more than 60 luxury boutiques— including Christian Louboutin, Diane Von Furstenberg and Jimmy Choo ― to present one of the most upscale retail destinations under one roof in the United States.

Paris Las Vegas features upscale French retail shopping within the resort’s quaint Le Boulevard District. Picturesque cobblestone streets and winding alleyways take guests on a European shopping spree with a wide array of authentic French boutiques, such as Le Cave, where you can sample premier French wines and private labels; Les Enfants, a purveyor of French children’s toys and games; Lunettes designer eyewear; Le Paradis fine jewellery and crystal; and La Boutique by Yokohama de Paris.

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SHOO FLY DON’T BOTHER ME

By Ken A. Beattie, NPD, Ph.D. Photos courtesy Terra Nova® Nurseries, Inc.

however, no matter how diligent, there are always plenty of pests to go around over the winter months.

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ower light conditions, colder weather and drier air all contribute to less than ideal growing conditions for many plants indoors. Like countless Canadian gardeners, I lug an assortment of my growing treasures from the garden — all freshly potted in their winter indoor soil —followed by the struggle to find a niche somewhere in the house for them.

This ritual is becoming quite the chore; plants grow not only in girth, but in numbers, too. Friends and relatives, neighbours and the local schools all provide excellent warehouse space for the winter months, but suffer from the same poor growing conditions. As gardeners we know our “keepers” should be well cleaned and rid of unwanted insect pests prior to bringing them indoors. It seems

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Fungus gnats — those wee tiny flies that resemble fruit flies — seem to be the most prolific. These pests tend to emerge around the holiday season and increase in number as the light improves in March.

For the longest time, I was blaming the bananas and other fruit as the culprits, but that is not the case. Fungus gnats lay their eggs in the moist soils of our houseplants, and it only takes a few flies to build an empire. The eggs hatch, then the practically invisible larvae stealth in the foliage and emerge as adults within 14 days. I am convinced they are born pregnant as their brood multiplies exponentially into the thousands.

Control or at least moderate abatement of the fungus gnat armies starts with the houseplant soil. Where possible, allow your indoor plants to dry before watering, a simple task often overlooked by eager gardeners. More plants succumb to overwatering than to drought. It is also a good idea to cultivate the soil as best you can, either with a fork or perhaps a wooden stir stick. Disturbing the soil will allow the surface to dry more rapidly and expose the insect eggs to the air, which also dries them out. Another great trick is to apply a drench of insecticidal soap and water to every houseplant. The concept is that insecticidal soap coats the egg cases in the soil and suffocates them.

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not dish detergent or other such combination. Follow the mixing instruction on the container and pour the solution on until it drains out the drainage hole, thus ensuring full coverage.

Finally, one of the best tricks I have learned over the years. Fungus gnats will also lay their eggs in the drains of the sink, actually in the trap below. Before retiring in the evening, simply add a few drops of cooking oil or the insecticidal soap solution to each drain in the house, then cover with the plug. Combining these two control methods will certainly reduce the population of gnats and provide you some peace of mind. The truth is these annoying pests are not particularly harmful, but are more of a nuisance and the cause of “gardener’s embarrassment.”

Humidity is also often a challenge indoors during winter heating season. Drier air provides an excellent climate for spider mites and a number of other “sucking” type insects. Spider mites are so tiny they are difficult to see with the naked eye until it’s too late. Telltale signs of a gross overpopulation are thick, tiny webs which span the axils of the leaves and stems. Once this stage has been reached, these insects are tremendously difficult to control, let alone eradicate. The best method of control is prevention.

Understanding spider mites cannot reproduce in high humidity is crucial and our best defense.

Increasing the ambient humidity around your houseplants doesn’t have to be a huge chore; simple methods work well.

Congregations of plants that take similar conditions is the easiest way to start, followed by the use of pebble trays. These trays can be a shallow dish of stone or aquarium gravel upon which your specimen plants sit. I usually place an upturned saucer in the middle to act as an island, then place my plant on that. This way, the pot is not constantly sitting in damp conditions, and he water evaporates within the immediate vicinity, raising the humidity.

Many people mist their plants in hopes of increasing the humidity, but actually this is more of a tease for the plants than a benefit. If you have oodles of time to mist, carry on, but please don’t rely on this method 100 per cent. Enjoy your indoor recess, good luck and happy growing.

Ken Beattie is the Horticulture Education Manager for the prestigious Canadian Wildlife Federation. www.cwf-fcf.org CENTRE Spider Mites

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Develop Literacy Skills Early to fit the pieces of written language together. This often happens before they enter school.

Nurturing this passion for learning and reading early is critical. Studies show young children are more likely to succeed academically when they have a strong foundation in reading and writing skills already in place when entering formal school. Research also shows children who don’t read to grade level by Grade 3 are already at a disadvantage.

Mano Young Education Director Oxford Learning Regina 203-2595 Quance St. E. Regina, SK. S4V 2Y8 306.790.2000 regina@oxfordlearning.com www.oxfordlearning.com

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hen a three-year-old has memorized all the words to his/her favourite bedtime story, or is playing with the refrigerator magnets and asking for letter names, you know that child is ready to learn to read.

Learning to read calls on the same desires that infants use to acquire language — a need to understand and make sense of their worlds. With the ability to speak and a basic understanding of the rules of our language, children begin

By exposing young children frequently to the written word and by reading together, parents can help them get a head start on Grade 1. To raise a child who can read and enjoys and places value on the experience, reading should be a priority in the household. Regardless of the child’s stage — whether just learning letters and sounds, picking out sight words, putting together simple sentences or reading chapter books — the more reading is emphasized in the home, the more that child will develop strong literacy skills at an early age.

Literacy is the foundational skill children will rely on for every subject throughout their school years. In the classroom, literacy is reading comprehension — the ability to read or write a sentence and understand its meaning. Focusing at any age on what is being read helps to build reading comprehension. Luckily, developing strong reading and literacy skills well before school begins can be a simple and fun process for both parents and children.

The following suggestions will help build a love of reading and literacy at home:

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Play games involving letters and sounds.

Board games build grammar and reading skills, as well as strategy, problem-solving and numeracy skills — all essential to school success.

Read together. Nothing beats a rainy Saturday or pre-bedtime snuggle with a book. Reading together is great bonding time, and can (and should) lead to interesting conversations.

Make it active. Draw pictures of what you’re reading, act out scenes, put on a character puppet show or make up alternate endings. Make books come to life!

Visit the library. A trip to the local library can lead to discovering new books, new activities, and new friends. Make it a regular routine and it will stay that way.

Read everything! Reading isn’t always about books. Street signs, cereal boxes, video games, comics… your child can practice reading a lot of things that aren’t books.

For parents who want a more academic, structured preschool program for their child, Oxford offers two programs.

The Little Readers Academy for three to five year olds is offered weekday mornings or afternoons. The R.E.A.D. Elite program, developed to accommodate parents’ schedules, is an evening program for four to six year olds. Both programs give preschoolers a strong academic foundation and develop school readiness skills.

Students can register anytime. For more information on either preschool program, contact Oxford Learning.

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The Housing Market: So What Now?

Mike Duggleby Broker/Owner Royal LePage Regina Realty 3889 Arcola Ave E Regina, SK 306.359.1900 Fax 306.352.9696 mikeduggleby@royallepage.ca www.royallepageregina.com /RLPRegina #RLPRegina

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his year, it’s been my pleasure to offer my opinions on real estate in Regina. We’ve discussed the state of the market, the buying process and the selling process. We’ve confirmed how selling real estate is truly an equal opportunity career. We also highlighted Royal LePage (RLP) Regina Realty’s passionate work in supporting the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation.

With 2015 all but in the books, it’s time to look forward to next year and do a little “crystal ball gazing.” In my role as broker at RLP Regina, I’m often asked to comment on the market and where it might be headed. I usually answer: “That depends.”

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What changes to the local, national and international economies can we foresee that will affect our local real estate market?

I usually start with basic human needs: food, shelter and clothing. At the top of the list is food. Saskatchewan produces a lot of what the world needs. Long known as an agricultural province, we produce some of the finest wheat, barley and other cereal crops, along with a huge variety of lentils, mustard, canola, flax — and the list goes on.

Modern farming requires large equipment which needs fuel. We have that in abundance, too. Yes, there is a global

glut in the oil market, and the prices are depressed for now. That will not last forever, and until new energy sources are identified and perfected, the world will continue to use oil.

Modern farming also requires plenty of fertilizer. One of the main ingredients in fertilizer is potash, and we possess a lot of that, too. In fact, Saskatchewan produces 25 to 30 per cent of the potash in the world, and Canada (mostly Saskatchewan) has almost half of the world’s reserves.

We produce food and also provide the fuel and fertilizer that helps the rest of the world produce food. Saskatchewan

continues to be an ideal position to participate in the world economy.

Locally, we have some big projects underway. Two new potash mines are likely going to be under construction soon, creating new jobs and there will be more after they begin production.

The Regina bypass project is just getting started, which will also bring many jobs during its construction. The new Mosaic Stadium is more than half complete, on schedule and on budget.

Our local real estate market slowed down a bit in 2015. Prices have dropped somewhere in the neighborhood of five per cent and total sales are down about

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eight per cent. In real estate “speak,” it’s been a buyer’s market. This too will change.

Real estate is a “get rich slow” investment. Making monthly payments on your mortgage is a forced savings plan. Slowly, bit by bit, you are paying off that mortgage, and you will eventually own the property outright. With current interest rates, we’re often finding mortgage payments lower than rent.

Our market will rebound, and house values will begin to rise again. Will you be in a position to benefit from that?

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KELLY LOVELL

A Canadian Business Leader Empowering Youth

By Kim Mannix Vermette

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To describe Kelly Lovell as energetic is an understatement. Yet, it seems a perfect descriptor for the 22-year-old entrepreneur who already has a resume that rivals those of some of the most successful professionals in the country.

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he Waterloo, Ont. native is CEO of Lovell Corporation, The Kelly Effect, My Effect and Motivation Minders, as well as founder of My Clean City and executive producer and host of YOU Effect, a global youth powered media network featuring a celebrity web series and Rogers TV show. Her mission is to connect youth, business and community, making positive changes for the world.

When asked about her typical day and how she finds time to fit everything in, the gregarious Lovell laughs and says she starts early and doesn’t sleep much. “My work is the majority of my life because I love what I do,” she says.

It’s clear Lovell really does have a passion for her job — or jobs — and it’s not one that comes from a desire to be rich or powerful. Lovell’s philosophy for her life is the same as her philosophy for work; you need to find what makes you happy and do it with all your heart.

Lovell speaks to audiences about unlocking their potential, following their dreams and not letting obstacles such as youth or inexperience stand in the way of doing what they love. Some of this may sound familiar and cliché, but she understands the importance of remembering these things, and delivers the message speaking from her own unique experience. She’ll tell you there’s really nothing extraordinary about her and the potential is there for everyone.

of inspiration led to more motivation.

Soon she found herself as the winner of a dozen awards and accolades, including Governor General of Canada’s Caring Canadian, the youngest of the 2013 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100, and a recipient of the QEII Diamond Jubilee medal.

“It’s so disheartening to hear young people say ‘I can’t do this,’ and that’s the end of it. I want to bring awareness that if I can do this, they can too,” she says.

She says the award she’s most proud of is her silver Stevie award for young entrepreneur of the year for women in business. “It was an international nomination that included people in 22 nations, so to be recognized beyond the Canadian business world was exciting,” says Lovell.

Lovell explains it was never her intention to become an entrepreneur and poster girl for youth empowerment in Canada.

In fact, when she first enrolled in university it was to pursue sciences and medicine. But once she realized she had an important message to share and that people appreciated hearing it, one streak

She is quick to say even if she never won a single award, she would still be just as passionate about her goals, but the recognition is humbling. The accolades have the added benefit of making her entrance into boardrooms of the business world a little easier, where a youthful voice can sometimes serve as an obstacle.

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“Every talk I do, I hang back to talk to people because it’s in hearing those stories of what they’ve overcome, or how they’ve been inspired, that I get inspired too.

It’s then I’ll learn something truly meaningful.”

Despite this, Lovell is consistently invited to speak to and advise businesses about ways to engage youth — both as employees and customers.

Lovell says the common tips she gives to businesses on how to engage the “me generation” or “generation Z” are meant to help corporations realize young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, but the leaders of today.

Lovell says the first point to remember when working with youth in business is to give them a voice: “They need space to have their ideas heard, so let them speak at a meeting. Let them share their thoughts.”

While it’s the tradition to look at youth as the voices of inexperience, and therefore not as relevant as seasoned employees, Lovell says they should instead be seen as voices of ingenuity. “Embracing that creativity is so important. In youth, we’re not yet jaded and still daring enough to ask: ‘Why is the world the way it is?’ “ She says contrary to the notion that the “me generation” is all about selfishness and materialism, many youth are most interested in opportunities that help them learn and develop. “When given the opportunity, they really value personal development and growth over monetary reward.”

Lovell loves to talk about youth, but she is still most inspired talking to and with youth. She says she always welcomes the opportunity to connect with her audience members or young people in the community. She encourages them to reach out to her through her website or Twitter.

“Every talk I do, I hang back to talk to people because it’s in hearing those stories of what they’ve overcome, or how they’ve been inspired, that I get inspired too. It’s then I’ll learn something truly meaningful.”

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’Tis the Season for…

RRSP Planning!

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know, I know. It’s actually Christmas time and instead of saving, we’re busy spending money. However, the future looms and what comes next is RRSP season. What does that mean and why am I talking about it now?

Chris Worby Financial Advisor Worby Wealth Management 855 Arcola Ave 306.791.8145 chris@worbywealth.ca www.worbywealth.ca

I’m talking about it now because one thing I’ve noticed over the past decade-anda-half is March is often a rough month, particularly for the Canadian market.

Why? Well, we are incentivized by the RRSP season to purchase throughout the months of January and February, which makes investment values go up. But then the tap shuts off March 2 which makes the rest of March, well… dicey. So, I’d rather you come in to see me January 2 and take advantage of the two months of likely gains. This variability is also a good reason to hold a balanced portfolio, but that’s a topic for a different column!

SO, what is RRSP season anyway?

Mutual funds provided through FundEX Investments Inc.

In the first 60 days of the year, we are allowed to contribute to our RRSPs and receive tax deductions for last year. This is our last chance to get some tax money back from a year that has already passed.

Many times, it can be hard to scrape together the funds to take advantage of this, so following are a few thoughts on how it can be done if you don’t have the cash immediately accessible.

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1. RRSP loan. Say you don’t have the funds handy, but really need to reduce your tax burden from last year. If you can afford a monthly payment, you can afford to invest.

It works just like any other loan, but this one gives you a cash infusion within a couple of months due to your tax break. This means you can pay it off more quickly.

2. Start monthly payments into your RRSP. This won’t actually help with last year’s taxes, but it will help with future years. It has the advantage of not requiring payments like an RRSP loan would and also allows you to dollar-cost average into the market; that’s “financial speak” for get more units for lower than average cost.

3. Transfer cash or investments from your TFSA or non-registered investments into your RRSP account. This one is pretty selfexplanatory. If you have a bunch of money not in an RRSP, we put it in there with an in-kind transfer which gets you a tax break, but doesn’t cost out of pocket.

So this Christmas season, enjoy your family and friends. If you’re like me, you’re eating ham and pie and having a great time. But don’t forget, as soon as the New Year comes, get your RRSP in sooner rather than later.

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Navigating Saskatchewan’s Real Estate Market

Edna Keep Real Estate Investor 3D Real Estate Investments 306.536.6266 www.MultipleWaystoWealth.com 3drealestate@sasktel.net

There is a lot of noise right now about the real estate market in Saskatchewan — and with good reason.

Though our economy is still strong, it is hard not to show concern over the surplus of properties on the market right now.

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machines. You will see declining vacancy and no new construction.

2. EXPANSION

Harvard Business School breaks down the real estate cycle into four phases.

They are:

The transition into this phase occurs when companies and individuals have bought up or rented most of the available buildings, causing a decline in vacancy and opening the door to new construction.

1. RECOVERY

3. HYPERSUPPLY

High unemployment, decreased consumption, decreased company investment in buildings, factories and

Once the current occupancy rate exceeds the long term average, there will be pressure on the rents to increase, which

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makes new construction financially feasible.

4. RECESSION Once vacancy rates start to go up again, new construction will slow down.

Projects that were started during the Hypersupply phase will be delivered, but nothing new will be started. The surplus in inventory will lead to lower rents and reduced revenue.

It is clear to see from the above descriptions where Saskatchewan is falling these days. Though there is a surplus of properties on the market, CMHC predicts builders (who are responsible for the majority of this surplus), will adjust their production rates over the next two years.

It is easy to be fearful prices are dropping, but it important to note our market is actually stabilizing. According to local

provincial economic professionals, the market grew too fast and is now entering a period of stability.

successful real estate investing, you will discover there is less guesswork than with mutual funds or the stock market.

That leaves us with the question: how does our province find continued prosperity in these uncertain times?

This is because you can see your investment flourish every year with real estate. Putting aside appreciation (which is the current stressor in our current market), you will be able to see, through cash flow and mortgage pay down, how a long term investment strategy will put your money to work for you.

The answer is simple: we look for the opportunities.

A softer real estate market holds a lot of potential for real estate investors as well as first time home buyers (who have been waiting patiently for the right time to enter the market). Softer prices provide ample opportunities to these groups of people who are eager to invest in our province.

WHY REAL ESTATE? Real estate investors find a greater sense of control over their money because real estate is and always will be a tangible asset. Once you learn the system behind

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If I can leave you with anything, it is this: don’t allow yourself to be sucked in by the noise of those around you. Seek your real estate advice from professionals who have the experience to help you navigate the marketplace. Soft market or not, as long as you make smart decisions based on market signals, real estate investing has the power to give you complete control over your financial future.

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If You Think Money Can’t Buy Happiness, You Aren’t Spending It Right while purchases for ourselves often bring little happiness, buying the same thing for someone else definitely makes us happier. In other words, that old festiveseason adage, “it’s better to give than to receive,” has it exactly right.

Perhaps it’s no coincidence Saskatchewan residents are not only ranked among the most generous Canadians, but also the happiest!

Bill Allen CFP Sun Life Financial Avord Tower, 2002 Victoria Ave, Suite 1200 306.757.8631 ext:2207 bill.allen@sunlife.com www.sunlife.ca/bill.allen

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his is the theme of Michael Norton’s TED Talk in Nov 2011. http://www.ted.com/ talks/michael_norton_how_to_ buy_happiness You owe it to yourself to listen to the outcome of Michael’s social experiment on the satisfaction of spending on others versus spending on oneself. He found that

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Expenses and commitments increase each year for charities, which means they desperately rely on regular contributors to make the same donation as the year before. For that reason, it’s important not to make any adjustments to your perennial gifts — but did you know you can also arrange to have your support continue well beyond your lifetime? As part of a comprehensive estate plan, you may be able to provide many years of support to your most deserving charity, with very little impact to your family legacy. Both you and they can be assured your generosity — and their service — will not cease upon your demise.

and the growth within a life insurance policy is not taxable at death. Taking advantage of these positive attributes of life insurance offers one way to craft an efficient retirement and estate plan that utilizes the 44 per cent tax credit to allow you to provide a substantial philanthropic gift without a drastic impact on your family legacy.

It is vital that retirement and estate plans are harmonized. Please be reminded that tax smoothing throughout retirement is essential to maximizing your lifetime after-tax income. However, if a large tax credit will be available to your estate, your retirement plan needs to ensure there is adequate deferred income to absorb this tax credit. Also, while some deferred capital gains are not taxable when donated to a charity, remember it takes 12 years to position your non-registered investments to maximize this provision.

Bequeathing a portion of an estate is a common practice for Canadians. Between them, the federal and Saskatchewan governments currently provide a 44 per cent tax credit for contributions above $200. One tool for making efficient use of this tax credit is life insurance.

The calculations to determine the benefit are universal, but every situation is different and there are many factors to consider when determining how the planned giving strategy should be structured. Source of income, beneficiaries, taxation, executor, assets, charity, age, wills, trusts — all can have an impact on the outcome. Not executing properly can lead to paying too much tax.

Please consult a professional to assist with this process.

When structured properly, life insurance provides far more benefit than cost —

We all want to give generously. Maybe I can help you give more. Merry Christmas!

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The Truth About the Silver Lining

John Barabe CFP, CLU, CIM Level 1 CFA Senior Financial Planning Advisor Assante Financial Management Ltd. 203 – 2550 12th Ave.Regina 306.757.9915 jbarabe@assante.com www.johnbarabe.com

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he Canadian Silver Maple Leafs (one ounce coins) are sold out and will not be available until next year. The United States mint sold out of American Silver Eagles in July and is now carefully limiting sales through quotas. This, despite the fact the U.S. Mint is spinning out new coins on three shifts around the clock. The Perth Mint in Australia sold 3.35 million ounces of silver in September. That’s more than four times what was sold in August — a new record.

Industrial applications account for 62 per cent of silver used. Silver is used for jewelry, solar, electronics, medical, food, water and energy. It is important to understand much of this silver is gone! The 28 cents worth in your cell phone is not being recycled. It ends up in the landfill.

Silver price manipulation through paper trading has been so successful that silver and mining shares have been crushed in spite of rising demand. The abnormally low price of silver is causing a shortage.

The manipulation of the price of silver cannot continue indefinitely. A lower price causes people who value silver to buy more of an already depleting supply.

On the other hand, supply will be reduced if mines are not profitable and then close. In addition, leverage is involved so when things do unravel, the change in price will be amplified, allowing for greater potential.

As stated by George Soros: “The worse a situation becomes, the less it takes to turn it around and the bigger the upside.”

Call or email John for details and professional advice.

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As a dedicated Financial Planning Advisor with Assante Financial Management Ltd., John Barabe has combined education and experience with an investment focus. In addition to the industries planning designations, John also obtained the Canadian Investment Management (CIM) and a level one CFA, a prestigious designation required to manage money. His years of experience and expertise in the area of finance are highly valued by his clients and his peers. http://www.financialsense.com/contributors/ ryan-jordan/silver-industrial-demand-best-yetto-come https://stjosephusa.com/article-silver-buyersguide.php https://stjosephusa.com/images/articles/325-13-chart1.png for silver supply through the centuries https://www.silverinstitute.org/site/supplydemand/silver-production/ for mining supply. http://www.crushthestreet.com/videos/minidocumentaries/coming-silver-shortage

This material is provided for general information and is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to compile this material from reliable sources however no warranty can be made as to its accuracy or completeness. Before acting on any of the above, please make sure to see a professional advisor for individual financial advice based on your personal circumstances. The opinions expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of Assante Financial Management Ltd.

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With The Soul of a Sports Car

By Trina Annand

With an ever growing automotive market, discerning drivers are looking for new ways to embrace their need for speed while still addressing the practicality of modern life. Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) combine speed, safety, luxury and space into the ultimate driving machine whether you’re a weekend road warrior or a busy mom.

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Porsche Cayenne Turbo S 570 horsepower V8, starting at $178,000 With a top speed of 283 km/h this luxury speed machine can go from 0 to 96 km in 3.8 seconds — the perfect choice for those who crave performance. The SUV offers connoisseurs seven different engine variations for a truly unique experience.

Standard ceramic brakes ensure the Cayenne provides faster and more precise response, especially at high speeds.

Luxuriously appointed with carbon-fibre interior trim, supple leather and a Burmester sound system, the SUV is a pleasure to drive at any speed with intuitive features like Porsche Dynamic Light System which detects oncoming traffic and dims headlights.

Mercedes GL450 4MATIC 362 horsepower twin turbo V6, starting at $79,700 Replacing the M class, the GL450 offers a top speed of 209 km/h and provides drivers with the opportunity to upgrade to a handcrafted 577 horsepower AMG V8 engine for truly raced-inspired enjoyment. The standard SUV is a pulse racing ride with an acceleration of 0 to 96 km in 5.9 seconds. Powerful inside and out, the GL450 provides all the little luxuries that enhance the driving experience, such as climate controlled cup holders and massaging front seats. PRE-Safe predictive occupant protection ensures that drivers and passengers are ready in case of a crash by tightening seat belts and closing windows.

BMW X5 445 horsepower Twin Turbo V8, starting at $65,500 Available in BMW’s coveted hybrid options the X5 can go from 0 to 100 km in 5.3 seconds, and with a top speed of 210 km/h the vehicle is anything but ordinary. With Bang & Olufsen surround sound, customizable coloured LED interior lighting, a 360-degree view of the vehicle via camera and night vision with dynamic light spot technology (which highlights objects emitting body heat on or near the road), the X5 is an exceptional driving experience.

Audi Q7 333 horsepower V6, starting at $59,200 Audi began work on this model in 2009 when the original was just four years old, carefully honing the driving experience. With a 202 km top speed, this SUV reaches 100 km/h in just 6.3 seconds. A streamlined exterior reveals a more spacious interior, and heated massaging and air conditioned seats create a luxurious and immersive experience for both drivers and passengers. Featuring the widest range of assistant systems in the world, Audi has won over drivers with options like predictive efficiency, which saves fuel, and cross traffic assist, which uses radar to alert drivers to incoming traffic while backing up.

Lexus NX t500 235 horsepower V4, starting at $41,500 The true fashion model of the SUV segment, the NX 200t features angular and aggressive styling and new interior colours like caviar, autumn shimmer and ultra white.

With a top speed of nearly 200 km/h, this SUV is more than a pretty face dominating the luxury compact SUV segment of the market. With three drive modes drivers can customize their experience from eco to sport for turbocharged highway driving.

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‘Tis the season for giving... gift cards!

Meet Chef Tiffani McBee and Chef Niki Haritos of the Breakfast Bistro. Though they grew up on opposite sides of the world, Niki and Tiffani share a passion for great food at this buzzing bistro on East Quance Street. Using only the best local ingredients and distributors, they’ve created dishes that are not only delicious, but a feast for the eyes. This dynamics duo proves that with hard work, dedication and great team chemistry, dreams can evolve into reality.

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