Fine Lifestyles Saskatoon Volume 6 Issue 3 2015

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CELEBRATING SASKATOON’S INSPIRING SUCCESS STORIES: Jordana Jacobson, Sharla Shaw, Jessica Tetu, Holly Decker & Tamara Bowman

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With Fine Lifestyles editor ERIN LEGG

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n August, when the first sounds are heard of the geese beginning their annual trek south, I feel dread for having to part ways with summer. But as the seasons change and the calls of the migrating geese become more frequent, I stop to listen to the hypnotic ushering-in of the autumn season. In spite of my reluctance to bid farewell to the summer months, many good things come with the arrival of autumn: boots, sweaters, cider and walks through crunchy leaves. What are your favourite things about this time of year?

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Is there a woman in your life who inspires you? Challenges you to accomplish your goals? Demonstrates what determination and perseverance can do?

In this issue we present our first annual Women of Achievement feature, celebrating some of Saskatoon’s most successful entrepreneurs. Featured on our cover are five exceptional women — Jordana Jacobson, Sharla Shaw, Jessica Tutu, Holly Decker and Tamara Bowman — each who have established prominent businesses serving Saskatoon and the province. Enjoy getting to know them, along with our other featured businesswomen.

Cover Photography Erin Crooks Photography

“Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer an oil painting, and autumn a mosaic of them all.” — Stanley Horowitz

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Editor Erin Legg erinl@finelifestyles.ca Art Direction Candace Haiko Ghislaine Moffitt Staff Writers Melanie Furlong, Tobie Hainstock, Tonya Lambert, Trina Annand

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CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS STYLE ..................................................... 8 HEALTH & WELLNESS .......................12 ARTS, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT ...26 SPORTS, RECREATION & TRAVEL.... 32 HOUSE & HOME .................................36 BUSINESS ............................................ 74 WHEELS .............................................. 80

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A GREAT COSMETIC DENTIST CAN

Make You Proud To

Smile

By Melanie Furlong

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ccording to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentists (AACD), 65 per cent of people say their smile impacts their self-confidence. If you’d like to give yourself a boost, check out some of the new technologies and advances in whitening, bonding and porcelain veneers, among others, that have made improving your smile quicker, more affordable and less invasive — all while protecting the integrity of your tooth structure.

One of the quickest and most popular ways to improve your smile is to whiten your teeth. From buying Crest White Strips in the drug store to home bleaching systems prepared by your dentist to the Kör Whitening Deep Bleaching system, all can brighten your smile. Working

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“We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.”

-- Mother Teresa

BEFORE

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If you have chips, spaces or imperfections in your teeth, composite resin bonding might be the answer for you. Composite resins are tooth coloured materials that can be bonded onto teeth in a single visit.

These resins are applied directly onto the tooth in one appointment whereby there is no need for a temporary restoration and no need to send any model work to a dental technician for fabrication. The material emulates the optical properties of natural teeth and anterior teeth can be repaired with minimal preparation.

Bonding is typically more affordable than porcelain veneers. Prices may range anywhere from $200 to $700 as opposed to porcelain veneers which can run from $1,500 to $2,200. Bonding is less invasive as teeth don’t need to be cut down the way they are for traditional crowns and porcelain veneers. However, with new advances in technology, talented dentists and technicians can give some patients beautiful porcelain veneers without drilling to create a stunning smile.

Before undergoing any cosmetic dentistry, you can actually see what kinds of results you’ll get by having Computer Smile Imaging done. A cosmetic dentist can take a digital photo of your smile and digitally simulate possibilities of what can be accomplished, whether with whitening and contouring or bigger things like orthodontics or porcelain veneers.

with an experienced cosmetic dentist is particularly important for those with sensitivity as they can be guided to alleviate it.

Your cosmetic dentist can give you a customized home bleaching solution to use at home for an hour or overnight in a personalized mouth tray. The Kör Whitening Deep Bleaching system is especially effective for those with

“tetracycline teeth.” The antibiotic tetracycline was commonly used on children from 1950 until 1980 with the side effect of tooth discolouration. Kör Whitening Deep Bleaching works by restoring the teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen, which dissolves stain molecules.

It’s more expensive than traditional bleaching because it requires additional time and effort, but Kör Whitening Deep Bleaching can provide beautiful results.

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If you’re looking for a cosmetic dentist, check the AACD website for a complete listing of members in all provinces and U.S. states. Although any dentist can do cosmetic work, those who’ve taken continuing education and gone through AACD’s demanding accreditation process have shown their desire to improve their dentistry practice. Ask to see photos of their work — and make sure they are the dentist’s patients. Request a pre-authorization through your insurance company so you will be aware of all costs of the work you are discussing.

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Treating TMJ Pain and Discomfort

Jeff Brousseau B.Sc (P.T.), Dip, Manip. P.T., F.C.A.M.T. BROUSSEAU Physical Therapy Prof. Corp.

207 – 3502 Taylor Street East Saskatoon 306.477.4881 brousseauphysicaltherapy@hotmail.com

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emporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is relatively common and can produce such widespread effects as jaw pain, difficulty chewing, headaches, ear pain, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), a feeling of fullness in the ears and even dizziness.

TMJ dysfunction is also associated with clicking and, in extreme cases, locking in the jaw.

If an individual has any of the above symptoms, they should seek assessment and treatment by a qualified healthcare practitioner — such as a physical therapist — who, upon determining the reason for the symptoms from the assessment, can develop an appropriate treatment program.

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TMJ problems can come on insidiously over time for no apparent reason or as a result of specific trauma. In the case of specific trauma (for example, bruxism or grinding of the teeth, over-opening, chewing hard food or even blunt force) part of the healing process leads to tissue fibrosis which can require mobilization procedures in order to restore full painfree motion. Myofascial release therapy can be used as a treatment option to release restrictions that have developed and are often a source of pain.

As physical therapists, we often see TMJ dysfunction due to interrelationships with other parts of the body that have become dysfunctional and are leading to malalignment issues in the jaw. Many hours of treatment have been delivered to local TMJ area pain in cases where the TMJ is the victim rather than the criminal. Proper assessment is required in order to ascertain the interrelationships between seemingly disparate body parts.

It is important to find the primary driver

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responsible for the difficulty experienced in the TMJ. Otherwise, specific treatment to the TMJ itself may only provide temporary relief since the root of the problem has not been addressed.

Craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and biomechanical care (or a combination thereof) can deal with problematic areas leading to TMJ pain, including dysfunction due to trauma.

Jeff and his associate Katie Wanner are both biomechanical therapists additionally trained in myofascial release and craniosacral therapy. Their treatment is based upon a body-wide scan and assessment involving range of motion, mobility of fascia, dural mobility, appropriate joint movement and interconnections between associated regions of the body.

Thorough assessment and proper mechanical diagnosis of the primary driver is the best launching pad to address the symptoms of TMJ pain and dysfunction.

A Community Commitment

About the edwArds FAmily Centre Saskatoon Funeral Home 338 4th Ave N. Saskatoon 306.244.5577

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or the past 100 years, the Edwards family and Saskatoon Funeral Home have been serving the city with dependability, commitment and compassion. Family and community are essential components of the Saskatoon Funeral Home. The Edwards Family Centre was established to provide a place to serve in ways that express these values.

With its large and well-appointed rooms, the Edwards Family Centre provides premier reception service for all manor of gatherings — be it following a prayer vigil, a traditional funeral or memorial service, a less formal come-and-go tea event or a full memorial reception.

The Edwards Family Centre is also home to Saskatoon Funeral Home’s Continuing Care Program. Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult and painful experiences in a person’s life. Saskatoon Funeral Home knows that having support in place is an important step in learning to live with loss. As a commitment to those they serve, the care offered by Saskatoon Funeral Home does not cease once the funeral is over; it continues on in the months and years ahead.

Families receive personalized bereavement resource support material and are notified about upcoming educational events and support groups offered at the Centre and in the community. As well, invitations

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are extended to families regarding numerous bereavement support events.

The Centre has established a number of bereavement support groups, programs and events, and has partnered with and provided financial support/facilities to many organizations and individual support groups and activities.

The Edwards Centre is also privileged to have supported over 150 non-profit community groups and organizations, making the facilities available to them free of charge for their weekly, monthly and annual meetings and gatherings.

The extensive Grief and Resource Lending Library with over 250 titles is available to those mourning the loss of a loved one, as well as caregivers, clergy and other professionals.

For a complete list of the library resources, a listing of local bereavement resources, groups included in the Saskatoon Bereavement Resource Support Directory, and upcoming events, please visit www.saskatoonfuneralhome. com/family.

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Massage

At Its Best

By Melanie Furlong

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rom a prosperous turn on CBC’s Dragon’s Den to a widely successful massage therapy franchise with clinics across Canada, Massage Addict sets itself apart from spas and other clinics with its membership offering. The first visit to Massage Addict for a one-hour therapeutic massage session costs $49.99. Clients who commit to one treatment per month can return as members with discounted sessions for themselves and their entire household.

Massage Addict, one of the most recognized names in the industry, has now been in business in Saskatoon for one year. Their experienced registered

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massage therapists offer a wide range of services that include everything from relaxation and therapeutic treatments involving a treatment plan to hot stone massage.

Relaxation: Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension. Some studies have found massage may also be helpful for: anxiety, digestive disorders, fibromyalgia, headaches, myofascial pain syndrome, insomnia related to stress and more.

Therapeutic: This massage technique uses a treatment specific style, focussing on a targeted area usually in an injury or

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chronic condition, to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, commonly to help with muscle damage from injuries.

Pregnancy: The clinic offers pregnancy massage to women in all trimesters.

Special attachments to the massage table make it possible, and comfortable, for women to lay face down. The massage will help alleviate anxiety, promote better sleep and help decrease back and leg pain among other benefits.

Hot Stone: Hot stone massage is performed with smooth, heated stones that are used as an extension of the therapist’s hands or to warm muscles deeply as other areas are being worked

Front row L-r Jessie slorstad (RMt), Janine Oxby (RMt), Heidi Rainville (RMt), Ashley Biggins (receptionist), Chelsea Loveridge (RMt), Kyla Korte (RMt), serena st. Haven (RMt) Back row L-r Nolan Ferguson (RMt), Jenna Grant (RMt), Nghi sansom (RMt), Jennifer Irvine (RMt), Carly Bosomworth (RMt) Photo By Megan Antoniuk Photography

on. The warmth of the hot stones improves circulation and calms the nervous system. Hot stone massage often suits people who have muscle tension but prefer a lighter massage.

Whether you enjoy massage therapy or would simply like to relax, Massage Addict is the place to go. Membership at Massage Addict guarantees low rates for the entire year. The savings incurred allow clients to have many more massages than they could have anywhere else.

Registered massage therapists are still in demand at the Saskatoon location and at Massage Addict’s brand new facility in Regina, opening this fall.

Become a Massage Addict today! If you haven’t joined Massage Addict yet, what are you waiting for? You can’t beat the introductory rate of $49.99 with a registered massage therapist.

Massage Addict is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Gift cards are also available.

Massage Addict 250-2600 8th Street East, Saskatoon 306.373.6161 massageaddict.ca

MiddLe and BottoM Photos and oPPosite Page Photo By Heather Fritz

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Relationship Building: Nourishing Relationships

We offer the following quick tips in which you can start taking care of your relationships today.

FOR LOVERS:

Barbara Morrison (L) MSW RSW Jennifer Schenn-Visentini (R) BSW RSW Morrison + Schenn-Visentini Broadway Counselling & Therapy Suite 201, 626 Broadway Avenue (Five Corners at Broadway & 12th) 306.653.3232 www.broadwaytherapy.ca

FOR PARENTS:

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f you have houseplants or a garden in the summertime, you know the importance of watering plants and tending to the garden. In fact, taking care of gardens and plants is essential to their survival. Nourishing a garden is an often-used metaphor for how to take care of relationships. It is an appropriate metaphor because if you don’t nourish your relationships, chances are they won’t survive or at the very least, they will suffer.

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1. Remember why you chose your partner and why your partner chose you. You could have chosen another person and your partner could have chosen another person, but you didn’t. This is the person to whom you commit to love.

2. Be likeable and act with integrity.

Behave in ways in which your partner will want to be with you, will desire you and will respect you.

3. Show appreciation each day to your partner. Say and/or do things that will help your partner to feel like he/ she is loved and appreciated.

4. Take care of your physical, emotional and mental health. This is both for you and for your partner.

5. Spend less time on the internet, TV, iPad, iPhone and other electronic devices. Spend more time connecting with your partner through conversation, play, exercise, joint projects, sex and connecting with friends and family.

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1. Spend time just listening to your child. Sit with your child and listen without judging or giving advice.

Empathizing with your child opens the door to understanding and deep connection.

2. Don’t save your best moods for everybody else. Model what you want to see from your child.

3. If a strategy to eliminate or address conflict isn’t working, be flexible

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and try something new. Rather than repeating something that isn’t working, be creative and try a different approach. Including your older child in this process will teach them to take ownership creating a healthy environment for the family.

4. It is never too late to repair a hurt.

Admitting to your child that you could have handled a situation better or differently isn’t a sign of weakness. Instead, it is a sign of maturity.

5. Help your child to create balance when using electronics. Encourage this by setting a positive example by putting down your devices when you’re spending time with others.

6. Slow things down. Find time to take a break and play together. Creating loving memories helps to nurture and recharge your relationships.

Being present with oneself and another human being allows us to grow in trust and joy.

As families, we need to bloom where we are planted.

“Gardens are not made by singing ‘Oh, how beautiful!’ and sitting in the shade.”

— Rudyard Kipling, The Glory of the Garden UPCOMING WORKSHOP: Communication in Relationships: Honest Disclosure & Active Listening Four-week workshop facilitated by Barbara Morrison; Co-Facilitated by Scott Morrison Monday evenings: 7 to 9 p.m.

November 23 to December 14 For more workshop information, please visit www.broadwaytherapy.ca

What age is best to start using anti-aging products?

— Jenna M., Saskatoon

Beauty & Spa Q&A

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his is the question I am most asked in regards to skin care.

My answer is always the same: prevention is key! Skin that remains dehydrated for long periods of time will age faster, as will skin that has been exposed to sun and suffered environmental damage. Keeping the skin clean, hydrated and protected from the harsh elements really is the key to younger looking skin. Start taking care of your skin before age 21 or even in your teens if you can, create good skin care habits, stick to a healthy diet, drink plenty of water, get adequate sleep and avoid or protect your skin from the sun!

ProductS to try: Anti-aging Vitamin A Pumpkin Cleanser and C Factor Cream which focuses on repairing free radical damage, hydration and anti-aging.

Jessica Tetu Founder/Owner Just For You Day Spa (Regina) 1819 Cornwall Street 306.757.7546 www.justforyoudayspa.com

Owner/Director Just For You Day Spa (Saskatoon) 2414 D 8th St E 306.955.7546 www.justforyoudayspa.com

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I’m 56 years old, and I’ve never used skin care. I regret to say that now I look much older than I am.

Is it too late to help my skin?

— Kathy K., Edmonton It is never too late to start caring for your skin. Begin with a gentle cleanser, exfoliate once or twice a week, and add a moisturizer that is suitable for your mature skin. If you have sun damage, we can begin with targeting those dark sun spots, and get you comfortable with using sunscreen to prevent any further damage. With care and commitment, you can surely help your skin regain its youthful appearance, and prevent your skin from aging faster than it needs to.

ProductS to try: Lavender Cleansing Milk, a light cleanser for face and eye area; BHA – Enzyme Micro Polish, a weekly exfoliant to help brighten the skin while diminishing the appearance of dark spots; and Illuminating Apple Stem Cell Cream which focuses on mature skin, environmental damage and

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pigmentation spots.

My boyfriend struggles with oily skin. Do you offer any cleansing products for men? He washes his face with a bar of soap and doesn’t moisturize at all.

— Michaela W., Regina This is a fairly common complaint for men. Bar soaps and harsh facial washes can strip skin of necessary moisture.

Using a light cream cleanser can clean and condition the skin while maintaining that delicate moisture balance. It’s also important that he avoid cleansing with water that is too hot as this may irritate the skin causing it to over dry and possibly develop broken capillaries. Instead always use lukewarm water. Regular use of a good moisturizer prevents moisture loss and dehydration — which actually will make the skin produce more oil for protection.

Lia Reese has several products that are great for targeting oil concerns but I would suggest trying our new men’s line of skin and shave products, designed to hydrate or combat oil, while leaving a matte finish on the skin. ASHER TY - for Men, hits shelves this September!

Product to try: Lemon Grass Shave Cream to soften hair thus making shaving easier and leaves the skin soft with no irritation; Blue Lotus Cleanser, a gentle but effective deep cleanser for all skin types; and Cedarwood Natural Moisturizer which combats dryness and dehydration, leaving the skin silky smooth, moisturized and looking its very best.

Email your beauty and spa questions to info@liareese.com. If your question is featured in Fine Lifestyles you will receive a gift card from Just For You Day Spa.

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About Ultrasound

tissues and fluid filled spaces. Ultrasound is an excellent modality for non-invasive, radiation-free imaging.

Arlene Wheeler Andersen Manager/Sonographer The Ultrasound Gallery 110 – 227 Primrose Drive Saskatoon 306.979.6939 www.ultrasoundgallery.ca

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he Ultrasound Gallery is a medical diagnostic imaging clinic that has been open since January 2012. The Ultrasound Gallery is a comfortable, clean and modern office with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Top-of-the-line GE ultrasound equipment is found in each of the four scan rooms.

WHAT IS AN ULTRASOUND SCAN? An ultrasound scan is often referred to as a sonogram or ultrasonography. It is a type of medical imaging. High frequency sound waves are used to image soft

HOW CAN I GET AN ULTRASOUND? A referral is made by a physician. The physician will fill out a requisition indicating the type of exam and reason for exam. An appointment is then needed. Call The Ultrasound Gallery at 306.979.6939 to reserve yours.

Most people don’t know the requisition can be used to book an appointment at any ultrasound clinic, even if there is a specific ultrasound clinic name at the top of the requisition.

PROCEDURE Before the scan, a sonographer will ask pertinent questions regarding the reason for the exam. Warm gel is applied to the skin and a transducer that sends and receives sound waves is moved on the body. This produces a live image that can be frozen and an image stored. Most procedures take about 30 minutes to complete. A radiologist reads the images and makes a report. The results are sent to the ordering physician in approximately two working days.

WHAT IS THE WAIT TIME? Presently, The Ultrasound Gallery is booking appointments within a few days, depending on the type of exam.

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? In Saskatchewan ultrasound exams are covered by Saskatchewan Health Services.

All valid health cards from Canadian provinces (except Quebec) cover the cost of an ultrasound.

EXAMS • abdomen • pelvic • renal (bladder) • obstetrics • musculoskeletal (shoulder, elbow, wrist, knees, ankles, Achilles tendon) • scrotal • glands (thyroid, submandibular, parotid) • groin • muscle injury • venous leg doppler • soft tissue (any specific lumps felt on the body) TIPS There are different preparations depending on the type of exam. Call our office or consult the website if unsure about how to prepare for your visit. Please remember to bring your requisition and health card to the appointment.

If an ultrasound is needed, we hope to see you soon!

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We Are COMPASSIONATE Because We Care

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eath is a fundamental part of living, an event we must all face at some point in our life. Working in the funeral industry for more than 35 years John Schachtel understands the important part his career plays in helping families move through the grieving process.

With today’s busy lifestyles and complex family structures people are no longer taking the time to grieve. Whether a death occurs after a long or short life, after prolonged illness or unexpectedly it can be a shock. “Families are not even stopping to grieve. Often our busy lives mean we don’t spend enough time with those who matter the most and it can often become a wedge in the family,” says John. “More often people are trying less traditional ceremonies to mark a loss. It’s vital to celebrate a life in your own way and the impact it had on us.”

Always ready with a shoulder and a sympathetic ear John and his team offer clients compassion during one of the most difficult times in their lives. “Grief is a very unique and personal process, it is important to feel it and live in the moment when dealing with a loss. Not properly grieving may result in a number of health issues and can tear a family apart. The surest way to deal with grief is simply to acknowledge it — this is what I call good grief, work with it — live through it,” says John.

With the belief that everyone deserves a farewell celebration Mourning Glory works with all families at all stages of life

from pre-planning services to at the time of need. John notes it is never too early to plan ahead and in the process removing added stress from loved ones. “We often forget to have the most important conversations with our family.”

Today … each of us are busy… chasing opportunities to make a better living, either shift work or contract work, and sports activities with kids/grandkids, we just don’t have enough hours in the day.

Today … we have the demands of lifestyles to keep our minds cluttered, multi-tasking every facet and corner of our life. Not paying attention to the ‘here and now.’

Today … our society has moved away from church, exercise, social visits, family dinners, card playing, and dancing, to an isolated world we live in.

Today … our stress levels are peaking and we choose to turn to multimedia, TV series, video games, online shopping to untangle the life clutter that has consumed us in a negative way.

At the end of a life lived it is not the birth or death of a person that makes them special, but the life they lived and the memories that allow them to live on in the minds of friends and family.

“At the end of it all, how we leave this world matters little to us. To those we leave behind and continue on with life, it will mean everything. How do you want to be remembered?” asks John.

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John Schachtel, owner; Photo courtesy of Neek Photography

Locally owned … Leading With Compassion

Mourning Glory Funeral and Cremation Services 1201 8th Street East Saskatoon 306.978.5200 mourningglory@sasktel.net www.mourningglory.ca

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ARTS, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT OCTOBER 21 TO NOVEMBER 8 Life, Death and the Blues Persephone Theatre OCTOBER 23 TO 25 Saskatoon Fall Home Show Prairieland Park

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NOVEMBER 4 TO 15 This is War Persephone Theatre NOVEMBER 5 Women of Influence Breakfast Prairieland Park NOVEMBER 6 TO 10 Cabaret Broadway Theatre

NOVEMBER 14 Saskatoon Family Expo Prairieland Park NOVEMBER 14 SSO presents: The Red Violin TCU Place NOVEMBER 15 Moscow Ballet: The Great Russian Nutcracker TCU Place NOVEMBER 16 Pitch Party Prairieland Park NOVEMBER 20 Gold Medal Plates Prairieland Park NOVEMBER 21 SSO 85th Anniversary Gala TCU Place DECEMBER 1 Stuart McLean and the Vinyl CafĂŠ TCU Place

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AN EVENING IN SUPPORT OF THE

Saskatoon Cancer Centre

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2015 Dutch Growers Garden Centre | Corner of Attridge Dr. & Central Ave. Cocktails 6pm – Dinner 7pm Featuring: Dinner by “The Ivy” Lively local entertainment Decadent chocolate desserts compliments of Saskatoon’s finest chefs Live and silent auction And, of course … our Signature Chocolate Martinis!

Tickets $200 each or $1600 for table of 8 Charitable income tax receipts issued by the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency For a portion of the ticket

Truly a grassroots initiative, Choc’laCure combines ideas, hard work, heartfelt enthusiasm and the collective involvement of young and old to raise funds for equipment used in treatment of men, women and children receiving cancer care at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre.

Since 2007, Choc’laCure has raised over $1,620,000 for this purpose.

The 9th campaign will, once again, support the new Provincial Molecular Genetics Laboratory, helping design chemotherapy, attract specialists, keep funds in Saskatchewan and allow treatment of patients to begin sooner.

For tickets or information, please visit www.choclacure.com Find us on Facebook | email cure@choclacure.com Call Shelley at 306.955.3002 Donations are gratefully accepted throughout the campaign.

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Quilting Season is Upon Us

Tammy Guliker Owner Prairie Chicks Quilting & Scrapbooking 110 Central St. East Warman 306.934.1972 prairiechicks@sasktel.net prairiechicksquiltingandscrapbooking.com

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ith fall upon us, crafting season is picking up. It’s time to discover new hobbies and pick up old pastimes. And there’s no better way to get back in the groove than to take a class at Prairie Chicks Quilting and Scrapbooking!

Prairie Chicks offers a range of classes for crafting, scrapbooking and quilting. Our educational, hands-on quilting classes are popular, and one of the main reasons I started this business in the first place.

As owner, I love quilting and enjoy seeing other people explore this hobby.

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My advice for first time quilters? Don’t be afraid to start! It’s not as hard as it looks.

If you can sew in a straight line, you can take a class. It’s also advisable for quilters to invest in the best tools you can afford when you start. Quilters are asked to bring their own sewing machine and supplies for the projects. It is helpful to be familiar with your sewing machine before coming in for a class as they can be quite different from one another. For a sewing machine you don’t need anything fancy: a basic one can get you quite far.

When it comes to selecting fabrics for your quilt, the easiest way to choose colours is to go with a line of fabrics, since designers of each line coordinate them so they all work together. The class instructor can also help you make decisions — the staff at Prairie Chicks can help select your palette.

Quilting fabrics are of higher quality than regular fabrics, so it’s worth going to a quilting store to avoid wear and tear on the quilt you spend so much time on.

Our weekend classes fuse handiwork in a social setting, creating a great atmosphere to work on something together. With

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classes for beginners up to experienced, confident sewers, Prairie Chicks has options for everyone to make a range of quilts, aprons, table runners and more.

Classes run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and at various times throughout the week (please consult www. prairiechicksquiltingandscrapbooking.com for the full class schedule). For the crafty kids, we offer monthly classes allowing them to explore a variety of crafts.

Prairie Chicks also hosts a variety of weekend craft sessions called Scrappin’ in the Hen House, where people can come in and work on their own activities.

It’s a positive environment where many of our clients enjoy spending time with friends and working on different creative ventures together.

Prairie Chicks is celebrating a milestone next year: 10 years of offering premium quilting and scrapbooking supplies! You are invited to stop in for a personal introduction to the world of crafting and to further your hobby with a class led by experienced instructors.

DREAMING OF

WINTER? So are we!

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Whether you are commuting to work, biking for exercise, or enjoying winter on skis, Bruce’s Cycle Works has what you need to survive and thrive!

Pop by and ask the staff about ways to get around town by adding studded tires. You could even pick up a winter specific fat bike. Like a winter tire on a car, the fat bike’s larger tires are designed for unstable terrain like snow. Let our staff outfit you with handlebar mitts, cycling boots, head protection, bike lights, and winter cycling helmets to ensure you are warm and safe during your outdoor rides.

Bruce’s Cycle Works also carries a wide selection of Rossignol cross-country skis. Skiing is a great way to enjoy the beauty of Saskatchewan, while you get in shape and improve your mood. Ski packages include boots, poles and skis. We also carry a wide selection of waxes and ski

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accessories. If you’re unsure, you can rent the whole ski package to try before you buy.

For those who love Netflix, cycling trainers are a great way to keep biking and get your TV fix. Tacx makes a quiet, inexpensive magnetic trainer. For cyclists looking for more feedback during their training, the Bushido generates its own electricity, connects to your smartphone, and provides accurate training data. Pop in to learn more about these and other indoor training machines.

Finally, with Christmas coming, gift certificates are available so you can grab the perfect gift for the cyclist on your list.

Remember, at Bruce’s Cycle Works, the bike is just the beginning…

BRUCE’S CYCLE WORKS A-1104 Central Avenue, Saskatoon

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CHILEAN

FIORDS

Wine, Wonders and Whimsy

By K.A. Beattie Photos D. Beattie

Chile is an amazing place offering a banquet for the senses and provender aplenty for stimulating conversation. How would I describe this country?

A lengthy ribbon of mountains, abrupt shorelines, magnificent plants and cultures with roots deep in a mysterious past.

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o my delight, from the Pacific coast vantage, Chile was unbelievably beautiful and became more outstanding each day. To put our voyage into perspective, it took more than a week to travel from Lima, Peru to Ushuaia on the Argentine border in Tierra del Fuego. Shall we say our North American maps are a little biased?

Perhaps my most wondrous and thought provoking find was in a tiny museum in Iquique, Chile: several well preserved human mummies. Ten thousand year old mummified

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human remains are still unearthed with incredible regularity from the Atacama Desert regions. These remains pre-date the Inca Empire by 6,000 years.

Chile is known for its wine industry and I was primed to sample; apparently, my sad little face told it all when we looked at this rather bleak northern scenery.

When in doubt, check with the excursion desk, or in my case, the senior sommelier onboard. The bustling coastal city of Valparaiso offered great hope as we ventured ashore with directions and a shopping list from the sommelier.

Our map and directions took us to the very popular city region of Viña del Mar. As implied there was viña — or better yet, vino and a whole lot of mar. Robust reds abound with Carmenere and Cabernet Sauvignons leading the pack, according to my taste buds. Oceania is known for its extensive wine list and as we travelled the wine country, the list expanded to adopt several unusual vintages.

Sailing further south, the weather suited our latitude in mid-February, cool with steady winds laden with salt mist. The fiord lands started for us in the tiny city of Puerto Montt, continued to Punta Arenas and then on to the spectacularly region of Patagonia. Just saying the name “Patagonia” brought excitement to my voice. Who would have thought this

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corner of the globe was so outstanding?

Ushuaia is a city reminiscent of Jasper, Alberta. Straddling the Argentine border, it boasts the status of most southern city.

Charles Darwin sailed these waters on the famous Beagle of which the channel bears the name. He and his crew actually charted most of our itinerary, journaling the diversity of flora and fauna of this great southern continent.

The great Southern Beech forests must have impressed Darwin, along with the bizarre Araucaria or Monkey Puzzle trees.

Many of the plants in the furthest points south exhibit unusual floral structures and have unique adaptations to ensure pollination and survival under adverse climatic conditions. Fuchsia abound, as do Barberry and a vast array of mosses and ferns, many which bear the names of explorers such as Magellan and Darwin.

Once again, Oceania offered top notch service and one of the most enticing itineraries I have ever taken. It was chock full to overflowing with excellent excursion choices, interesting ports that many ships can’t navigate and the hallmark “family” crew who spoil us time and time again. Gracias mi amigos!

Ken Beattie is the Horticulture Education Manager for the prestigious Canadian Wildlife Federation. cwf-fcf.org/ken

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Welcome Home

SASKATOON!

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ome Inn & Suites - Saskatoon South is opening its doors late fall of 2015. It is conveniently located on Circle Drive South and Preston Avenue in Stonebridge. The hotel boasts 102 guest rooms, with a variety of room layouts including kitchen suites, king rooms, double queen rooms, family rooms and a theme room.

vintage luggage for decor, steam trains on the walls and a railway crossing as the headboard. The children’s room has twin bunk beds and is designed with a tractor theme, with decorative wall wrap, a flat screen TV and a gaming system. Each room has an information panel provided by the Western Development Museum to further educate guests.

The Home Inn & Suites brand is the first of its kind in Canada, consisting of modern conveniences, a free hot breakfast and eco-friendly amenities. The hotel boasts a HomeEssentials© Sleep Experience with custom-made pillowtop mattresses, as well as innovative guestroom amenities

“We are rebranding the museum and the timing for this partnership with d3h Hotels could not be better,” explains Kerry Lubchenko, Director of Marketing for Saskatchewan’s four Western Development Museums. “Our province has a rich and diverse history with so many inspiring stories. We are proud to share them in as many innovative ways as we can.“

“We are bringing a new level of quality hotels to Saskatoon, and this hotel certainly reflects upon that. With a modern design, great location, and perfectly appointed amenities, we make it an easy choice for the busy business traveller to stay with us.”

— Don Rosten, CEO d3h Hotels

including flat screen TVs, high speed Wi-Fi and single serve coffee makers.

The HomeEssentials© Hotel Services include a waterslide, pool, whirlpool, 24-hour business centre, 24-hour fitness centre, guest laundry facilities, meeting room and a HomeEssentials Shoppe stocked with convenience items.

The Home Hotels brand is owned and operated by d3h Hotels and has five other locations currently operating in Regina (HomeSuites & Home Inn & Suites), Swift Current (Home Inn & Suites), Yorkton (Home Inn & Suites) and Medicine Hat (Home Inn Express).

The Western Development Museum and d3h Hotels have partnered to create a “Back in Time” theme room within the hotel. The theme room will feature a living room with a scenic view of old Saskatoon Streets complete with a huge clock coffee table and a map of old Saskatoon.

The train theme was chosen to be in the parents’ room with a king-sized bed,

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Home Inn & Suites is offering an introductory rate of $99/night for a twoqueen room. To book a room reservation or to reserve the meeting area, please contact the hotel at 306.657.4663 or visit us at www.homeinnst.ca.

ABOUT D3H Based in Saskatoon, d3h Hotels is a hotel management company that owns and operates 12 hotels across Western Canada. Over the past 15 years, d3h Hotels has gained extensive knowledge and experience in the design and construction of hotels. The company is celebrating its 13th build in 2015, pushing this young management company to retain the honour of being the largest franchisee of Days Inns in Canada.

Saskatchewan’s “best kept secret” not only builds, owns and manages hotels but also franchises the Home Hotel brand.

The HomeSuites and Home Inn & Suites franchises offer hassle-free, turnkey solutions that allow the franchisee to focus on running a profitable business from day one. For more information about d3h, please visit its newly redesigned website at www.d3h.ca. d3h Hotels 1139 8th Street East, Saskatoon 306.249.2882 | www.d3h.ca

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HOUSE & HOME

A Room of One’s Own Designing Your Ma’aM Cave

By Henny Buffinga

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n A Room of One’s Own, Virginia Woolf wrote “a woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction.” This sentiment holds true for more than just writers. Having a refuge from the others in your home is a must; in fact, many psychiatrists recommend having a personal space where you can retreat to maintain healthy relationships. While the style and function of a home is usually dictated by the sum of its inhabitants, it is ideal to have a place to call your own, whether that be a small reading nook or your very own “ma’am cave.”

In 2012, the Merriam-Webster Dictionary added the term “man cave” to its pages, defining it as “a room or space (as in a basement) designed according to the taste of the man of the house to be used as his personal area for hobbies and leisure activities.” If this term was defined over three years ago in the dictionary, why is there still no official equivalent for women?

“Women are busier than ever, working full time, looking after loved ones and their home,” says Peggy Reid of Reid and Siemenson Design Group. “Now more

than ever we need a space in the house that we can call our own, where we can decompress and which provides our own sanctuary. It doesn’t matter the size. The important thing is that it becomes a place of joy and escape that we can call our own!”

A ma’am cave can be anything you want it to be, but most of all, it’s a place you can relax and pursue your own interests, from yoga to crafting to simply reading a book. Since it is a place to enjoy yourself, it is the ideal space to get creative and personalize it to your own style.

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When you’re planning your design, Reid suggests first deciding what activities you will be using the room for, since that will dictate how you use the space. If you practice yoga, you will need to allow yourself sufficient floor space. Try using soft, muted colours and candles. Reid loves the Mint Tisane/Meditation Room candle by LAFCO. If you plan to do a lot of reading or writing you will need the proper lighting, a task chair and a desk.

Because this room is all about taking some “me” time, comfort is key. Try to incorporate comfortable seating where you can read or listen to music. Surrounding yourself with pieces that inspire you will not only elevate your mood, but also reminds you of the good things in life. Reid suggests incorporating framed family photos, works of art, and favourite accessories into your design. Instead of the usual office supplies, try being creative such as using coloured glasses as pencil holders or painting an old cabinet turquoise for a hit of colour.

You can also try incorporating your favourite colour, either on the wall or with accents throughout the room. This room is also a great place for wallpaper to help you really define your style.

“If you love nature, try something fun like Schmacher’s A-Twitter which features a graphic branching tree with a flock of song birds,” Reid suggests.

Ultimately, this space is about what makes you happy. Make the design your own, and let the daydreaming begin.

TOP LEFT Poppies mauve ultramarine wallpaper with chair. Photo Sanderson TOP RIGHT Zanzibar Collection by Clarke & Clarke BOTTOM LEFT Wisteria Blossom WP Main_med Photo Sanderson BOTTOM RIGHT LAFCO Mint Tisane/ Meditation Room candle

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Uniquely You: Creating A Home With Your Personal Style

and be confident expressing them.

Whether you are building, renovating or redecorating, a satisfying outcome begins with a great plan.

Carmen Stander interior design consultant Rhonda Johannson & Dave Dazzan owners Patina Floor & Décor #2 - 110 Central Street East Warman 306.978.4400 contact@patinainteriors.ca | www.patinainteriors.ca

Where to start? Inspiration is the key to success. Leaf through magazines, search the Internet and gather pictures of homes and spaces that appeal to you. Trust your instincts and don’t worry about the reasoning just yet. You’ll begin to see recurring themes; this is the process that will lead you to discover your true style.

Creating a beautiful and personalized home is like baking a fabulous cake; it begins with a great recipe, the right ingredients, topped with the best icing, all the fundamentals necessary to create a masterpiece. At Patina Floor & Décor, we cover it all, step by step, to the last crumb on the plate. This is how we bake …

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reating a home that reflects your personal style requires the right blend of function, mood and personality. The challenge is to harness those qualities

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The interior designer’s work on a project begins with the homeowner, builder, architect or developer. Using the principles of human behaviour to design a functional space, the specific needs of the client are incorporated into the design plan, creating and maximizing the space for its intended use.

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FlooR, WinDoW AnD WAll CoveRingS — THe ingReDienTS At this stage, the project really begins to take shape. Our in-house flooring experts work closely with our interior design team to offer clients a variety of inspirational, yet functional flooring, window and wall covering options. Patina Floor & Décor carries all the essentials from leading industry suppliers.

DeCoRATe — THe iCing This is your chance to put your stamp on a well-planned space. Surround yourself with things you love and your fondest memories! Gallery walls, artwork, photos and memorabilia are just a few of the “one of a kind treasure” that makes your space uniquely yours. Patina Floor & Décor carries a great selection of home décor, artwork, fabrics and lighting to complete your look.

Applying sound design principles, following the right recipe, with the right ingredients will result in the perfect design. At Patina Floor & Décor, our goal is to help you create a space that is uniquely you.

5 Third Avenue N. Yorkton, SK 306.782.9680 www.teamcore.ca admin@teamcore.ca Top to bottom left to right: Gavin Konkel, Corey Werner, Deanne Arnold, Carma Gramyk, Brooke Niezgoda

BEAUTIFY YOUR SURROUNDINGS AND ADD VALUE TO YOUR PROPERTY

Specializing In Complete Yard Construction At City Gardens we provide our customers with quality workmanship in a prompt, professional manner. Beautiful landscapes involve many decisions regarding design, plant selection, use of space, and quality of construction. At City Gardens we have the knowledge and experience to do the job right, from the planning stages through to the final product.

• Rough grading to ensure proper surface drainage • Finish grading • Sub-surface drainage • Paving stone • Retaining wall • Architectural grade landscape lighting

• Outdoor rooms • Outdoor fireplaces • Pergolas, privacy louvers, screened-in rooms • Irrigation system installation • Natural stone patios and pathways

• Mulch • Shrub and flower bed design and installation • Water features • Crushed rock and other decorative aggregates • Sod installation

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Women of Achievement

By Henny Buffinga

“People don’t take opportunities because the timing is bad, the financial side unsecure. Too many people are overanalyzing. Sometimes you just have to go for it.”

– Michelle Zatlyn, co-founder of CloudFlare

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ntrepreneurship was once considered a man’s game, but more women are starting their own businesses and excelling in business than ever. After all, these are the “lean in” times, where women are encouraged to lean into their careers and where campaigns like #banbossy are taking over the conversation, encouraging everyone to avoid using the word bossy around young girls to encourage their ability to lead and narrow what has been termed the confidence gap between young boys and girls.

According to Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey there were 950,000 selfemployed women in Canada in 2012, which accounts for 35.6 per cent of all self-employed persons (up only 4.4 per cent since 1990). Yet, the proportion of women-owned businesses that plan to expand is generally higher than men.

And when a woman does decide to open her own business she tends to stay in business longer, meaning her survival rates are higher.

Success often begins with education, and the percentage of young women with a postsecondary degree or diploma has

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“Dear optimist, pessimist, and realist — while you guys were busy arguing about the glass of wine, I drank it! Sincerely, the opportunist!”

- Lori Greiner, inventor and television personality

increased from 43 per cent in 1990 to 71 per cent in 2013. However, while significant leaps in women’s education and business success have been steadily on the rise, there are still many barriers facing women in the workplace. Women-owned startups often receive significantly less investor funding, and fear of failure is listed as one of the biggest concerns among women starting their own business. Women also have to deflect the perception of many employers that family responsibilities will interfere with their competence at work.

Women are still learning to use what are perceived as feminine qualities (nurturing, relationship focused) to their advantage

in the workplace, while others are fighting the idea that they need to “act like men” to succeed.

Despite the many challenges women face in business, there are great role models to look to for motivation. These women range from Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post, who is frequently cited as one of the most influential people in the media today, to Sheryl Sandberg, the chief operating officer of Facebook, whose work in the male-dominated tech field with Facebook and Google has proven inspiring to many, to J.K. Rowling, author of the best

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selling book series in history and who was originally told to write under her initials because boys wouldn’t want to read books written by a woman.

But what does it take to get to the top?

Some of the common traits of successful women are assertiveness, confidence, strategy, opportunity recognition and the ability to handle stress. While there’s no one recipe for success, Fine Lifestyles plans to ask women about their motivations, success habits and interests to see what helped them get to where they are. Our Women of Achievement series is sure to inspire.

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Jordana Jacobson CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids: Boutique Shopping For Saskatoon Moms

By Charlene Roberts of Crush Design Co.

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xpectant mothers often tame their insatiable cravings with eclectic food combinations like pickles and ice cream.

But while pregnant with her first child, Jordana Jacobson craved something entirely different: a venture into the world of entrepreneurship.

Fortunately for future Saskatoon parents, that’s exactly where her first experience with maternity shopping led her. “I ended up going to Alberta and buying everything there because the selection in our city was so limited,” she says. “I knew there would be people like me looking for other products.”

Recognizing the significant void in the Saskatoon market for fashionable maternity clothing and hip baby gear, she launched CRAVINGS maternitybaby-kids. With her first daughter just four months old at the time, the now mother-of-two hit the ground running with unprecedented success.

Cravings first opened almost 10 years ago and has gone beyond maternity and baby products to include a large selection of quality kids footwear up to size 3, clothing for children up to size 8, toys, back-toschool items and so much more. “Our goal from the beginning was to bring unique, quality products to Saskatoon in a boutique atmosphere. We want to make

this exciting — and sometimes scary — time easier for our customers.”

To facilitate this goal, Jacobson developed an employee education and training program to ensure her customers receive an exceptional level of service. Each Cravings staff member is trained as a certified bra fitter. No matter your size, they can help you find the right fit and style. The store also has three technicians trained by SGI to properly install car seats. “It is extremely important to have your car seat installed correctly,” says Jacobson. “If you purchase your seat with us, complimentary car seat installation appointments can be booked online or in store with staff.”

Cravings’ commitment to customer service has not gone unnoticed. This year the store won the SABEX Award for Customer Service, which Jacobson calls one of her most meaningful professional accomplishments to date.

Working with newly pregnant mothers and other friends and family who are excited about a new baby in their lives is wonderful for Jacobson and her staff.

“People are so happy at this point in their lives,” she says. “We get to know our customers and their children as they grow up; one of the many great things about owning this type of business.”

Being active had always been a priority for Jacobson, but in 2012 she took her passion for fitness one step further and began competing in women’s bodybuilding competitions. That same year, she went from winning the provincial title to Nationals where she placed first in her class. She continues to compete and is also now a judge for the Saskatchewan Amateur Bodybuilding Association. “I started judging in 2014 and I also do posing sessions with female bikini competitors. I really enjoy helping people,” says Jacobson.

Juggling the family, Cravings and a demanding sport takes organization, perseverance and resilience. Jacobson starts each day at 4:45 a.m. in order to get to the gym for an hour and a half workout. “This is when I take time for myself,” she says. “I put my headphones in, tune everything else out and focus on me.”

Her advice to would-be entrepreneurs sounds a lot like the advice many new mothers receive. “It’s one of the most difficult, and also most rewarding, things you can do,” she says. “Find challenges, step outside your comfort zone and go for it.”

CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids 3-2105 8th St E., Saskatoon 306.477.8200 shopcravings.ca

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Sharla Shaw It’s About Attitude, Relationships and Consistent Service

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ew people understand the effort it takes to start a business from the ground up like Sharla Shaw, owner of Tidy Time Saver. In 2000, Shaw pursued her dream of being a business owner by starting her highly successful residential cleaning business.

Today, Tidy Time Saver offers residential house cleaning services to busy families in Regina and Saskatoon. “We provide cleaning services on weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one-time bases. We also do renovation clean ups plus move-in and move-out cleaning,” she adds.

Shaw truly values the relationships her staff has built with their clients. Their hard work and dedication to what they do is one of her primary motivations on a day-to-day basis. “I take a great deal of pride in knowing I’ve chosen the right people. They all work very hard and I do everything I can so they can continue doing what they enjoy doing.”

Shaw is pleased to offer helpful hints and advice to promising entrepreneurs, firmly believing the key to a successful business is to be consistent in the way things are done. Once the right formula of expertise, friendliness and excellent customer service are in place, stick with it.

A good attitude about your business is also an excellent way to help keep your business successful. “Really, what we do at Tidy Time Saver is help people simplify their lives. By offering regular cleaning service, we give them more time to spend with family and friends and doing other things that they love to do,” remarks Shaw. She advises women entrepreneurs to be strong willed. “Have a backbone,” she says. “Giving in will affect your confidence and the decisions you make day-to-day.”

Shaw is very conscientious about separating her personal and professional lives. She is very earnest in her advice about how entrepreneurs can maintain a healthy balance of work and family life.

She recommends business owners get a landline installed for their businesses and keep their work days defined from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This might be a difficult thing to do, but it’s very necessary to create the boundaries you need for a healthy family life and a successful business.

Having a mentor has inspired Shaw not only to build a successful business, but to give back to the community that supports her business. For Shaw, that role model has been Debbie Sardone, founder of Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit organization that provides free house cleaning to that undergoing cancer treatment. Shaw and her team at Tidy Time Savers are pleased to be a part of

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this service which helps ease some of the stress during a difficult time.

Shaw’s goal for Tidy Time Saver is to further develop the business in Saskatoon and establish a loyal clientele like the one she appreciates so much in Regina.

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Jessica TeTu Award Winning Beauty Expert

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t its simplest, an achievement is something accomplished. To an entrepreneur, it’s a personal level of success. Successful entrepreneurs are often driven not by their past or current success but by what they have yet to achieve. This perfectly describes Jessica Tetu, a Saskatoon business owner who continually pushes herself to achieve more in business and in life.

As the owner of Saskatchewan’s premier spa Just for You Day Spa — voted winner of best spa in both Regina and Saskatoon by various publications — Tetu has worked hard to develop the successful spa business and in 2014 was awarded the prestigious Young Entrepreneur of the Year ABEX award from the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.

One of the natural paths for Tetu as a successful entrepreneur has been the development of her complementary skin care businesses. Lia Reese Botanical Skin Care and Asher Ty Skin Care for Men are traditional European-inspired skin care lines graced with premium ingredients, naturally active botanicals and 100 per cent pure essential oils. All botanicals are selected for freshness, purity of source, quality and potency, and the majority are extracted using a traditional steam distillation method, which optimizes the freshness and efficacy of their products.

Lia Reese Cosmetics has been recently added to the popular Lia Reese brand, and this fall is set to hit shelves across Canada

in high-end spas, salons, barbershops and facial clinics. Guests at either of Tetu’s spas can enjoy a complimentary skin care consultation to learn more about their skin type and how to make it look its best.

Not satisfied with just providing a great spa experience, Tetu started the Lia Reese Academy of Spa Training (LRA), offering spa training courses. These courses include on-site training at both Just For You Day Spa locations to provide a real spa environment for students. LRA provides expertise in makeup artistry, pedicures and manicures, waxing, gel nails, professional skin care, body therapies, relaxation and customer service. Tetu goes to great lengths to ensure every detail has been taken care of and nothing is left to chance.

Extensive spa research and training trips to Los Angeles, New York and Bermuda have established a high level of skin care excellence within the Just For You and Lia Reese Academy staff, and this translates into the quality of the training and knowledge students can expect to receive.

sponsor with and competed as a dancer with Saskatoon’s Swinging With the Stars event that has raised more than $175,000 in the past three years for local charities.

Tetu and her staff regularly volunteer time with Habitat for Humanity and other organizations within the community.

Those successful in business recognize the importance of the support from family and friends and of the balance it brings. Tetu’s business brands were chosen from the names of her three children and are constant reminders of who she is working for.

Jessica Tetu 2014 Saskatchewan Young Entrepreneur of the Year Owner/Director Just For You Day Spa - Regina 1819 Cornwall St. Regina 306.757.7546 www.justforyoudayspa.com

“I feel it is my great responsibility, with success, to give back to the communities that so graciously support my family and I,” Tetu says.

Owner/Director Just For You Day Spa - Saskatoon 2414 D 8th St. E Saskatoon 306.955.7546 www.justforyoudayspa.com

Each year, Tetu donates approximately $50,000 in cash, prizes, sponsorships and services to charitable events and causes in Regina, Saskatoon and surrounding areas. Tetu has been a

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Holly Decker Creating Art with Every Face

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For makeup artist Holly Decker, every face is beautiful.

“I

see makeup as an art form,” says Decker, who was voted one of Canada’s Top 5 Makeup Artists at the 2015 Mirror Awards in Toronto last spring. “It’s not about needing makeup to be beautiful, it’s showing people how they can enhance their beauty by using makeup properly. I feel like I’m creating art with every face.”

Decker grew up in Saskatoon but started her career in Vancouver 14 years ago, gaining skills in the film and fashion world as a freelance makeup artist while raising her three sons. Moving back in 2012, she saw a niche for her talent and decided it was time to take her career to the next level. “A lot of people in the rest of Canada don’t see Saskatoon as being an artistic community,” she says, “but there’s so much talent here. I wanted to be a part of what’s happening in Saskatoon and help put this city on the map for what we have to offer.”

She launched Holly Decker Makeup Artistry in 2013, and in the past two years has become one of the city’s most in-demand artists, with projects ranging from fashion campaigns and music videos to wedding shoots and model portfolios.

She also volunteers her services as key makeup artist for Saskatchewan Fashion Week, held in Regina. Decker says clients appreciate not only her ability to enhance their looks, but how comfortable she makes them feel. “Makeup artistry is intimate,” she says. “I make people feel

comfortable by talking them through the process.”

Decker shares a studio with photographer Erin Crooks, whom she met on a photo shoot in 2012 and collaborates with often.

“We are very connected on a creative level,” says Decker. “She’s someone I can work with artistically that I trust and know is going to do amazing work. As an artist, it’s an amazing feeling to be able to connect with another artist in that way.”

top photos Holly Decker Makeup Artistry and Erin Crooks Photography collaborate for the 2015 London Lash campaign. EDGE AGENCY models, L-R Hannah and Jade; photo below Erin Crooks

Decker and Crooks are part of a larger creative community at The Two Twenty, a coworking space founded in 2010 in the Riversdale District. The Two Twenty is made up of studios and offices that are home to several of the city’s creative and progressive businesses.

“We all support one another,” says Decker. “I love being part of the growth happening there.” Decker features the work of Saskatchewan jewelry artists in her studio, including AKA Jewelry and CoupleThings.

Along with being one of the country’s Top 5 Makeup Artists at Canadian Hairdresser Magazine’s 2015 Mirror Awards — an honour received her first time entering the competition — Decker has been named one of Canada’s Top 10 Makeup Artists for Salon Magazine’s 2015 and 2016 Contessa Awards. While her drive, hard work and passion for makeup artistry have been instrumental, she credits her success largely to the community of Saskatoon. “For artists, the only way we can make it is through the support of people in the community,” she says. “My best work has happened in

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Saskatoon. I’m extremely grateful to the community who has helped me get to this place in my career.”

Holly Decker Makeup Artistry Erin Crooks Photography The Two Twenty 220 20th St., Saskatoon 306.716.8287 (Holly) 306.371.0495) (Erin) hollydeckermakeupartist@gmail.com erincrooksphotography@gmail.com

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Tamara Bowman,

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By Design

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fter running her home-based design business for more than a decade, Tamara Bowman decided she was ready to take her company to the next level.

In 2011, she launched Metric Design Centre, where she now leads a team of 16 offering interior design services, interior products and full package renovations to residential and commercial clients.

This fall, Metric will triple the size of its showroom in a brand-new location on Circle Drive. Tamara shares what drives her, the trait every leader should possess and the legacy she hopes to leave.

How did you get the concept for Metric?

I find spaces fascinating and am intrigued by how design affects the vibe of a person’s life. I wanted to create an allinclusive service for busy professionals who were not only looking for that fully tailored space, but the convenience of it being completed for them out of one location.

What motivates you each day?

My drive is to not only be successful personally, but to create a team environment where people help each other grow. I think of my business as well as my designs like a puzzle. With so many pieces to fit together, some will Photo left Tamara Bowman, Creative Director/Lead Designer

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“i want to be known as an ambassador for the industry and the community. i want people to feel excited about great design and the positive impact that it can have on their lives.”

don’t give up for a second. Also, network and get involved. That was one of the main reasons things took off for me — people saw me involved and taking myself seriously.

things in place. Cold Hard Truth by Kevin O’Leary. It teaches that business is about money and success. No matter how passionate you are, it has to pay you at the end of the day.

What’s the most challenging aspect of running your own business?

What is one characteristic every leader should possess?

work and some won’t, but you have to keep working at it. For now I am happy just trying to build it!

The stress, and how it impacts my family time and personal time. It’s a hurdle, but having great support through my team and family helps so much.

Humility. You will fail in some way, but figure out how to recover from it well.

What are your success habits?

What do you do for relaxation?

Maintaining a clear and consistent image to clientele is important, whether I’m at a grocery store or on social media. I also keep in mind that people appreciate the humanity behind my company.

Travel is our escape, whether we are at the lake, at our place in Mexico or travelling the world!

What advice would you give to women who want to start their own business?

Figure out where your passion lies and focus on that. Believe in yourself and

What books on business/success would you recommend?

The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss.

It helped me understand that if I ever wanted the ability to have a 4-hour workweek I had to make changes to get

If you could write a book, what would you write about?

Passion. Finding it, honing it and using it in your life everyday.

Metric Design Centre 160 2nd Ave., Saskatoon 306.974.0190 metricdesign.ca

Tamara is pleased to announce the NEW location of Metric Design Centre at 285 Venture Crescent!

(Former Ens Lexus Toyota building) OPENING NOVEMBER 2015

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Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan Insisting on Success for Every Woman

By Tonya Lambert

For 20 years, Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (W.E.) has been providing women with the tools needed to realize their entrepreneurial dreams. By guiding women entrepreneurs from initial idea to implementation to increased growth, W.E. has had a dramatic impact on the provincial economy, improving the lives of thousands of women, men and children.

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.E. began in 1996 with only six members.

Since then, it has grown substantially to include an annual membership of about 900. The support available to these women has also increased exponentially.

In the past, the main focus of W.E. has been on empowering women entrepreneurs by providing various forms of start-up assistance, such as business advisory services, loans, training seminars and networking events. This year, under the new leadership of Prabha Vaidyanathan, the W.E. purview has grown to include a greater emphasis on supporting existing businesses to grow and thrive.

“We’re not only here to help you start your business, we are here to help you scale up your business,” explains Vaidyanathan. “We’re an organization that inspires and provides support to women entrepreneurs wanting to take their business success to the next level.”

INCREASED OPPORTUNITIES “Any woman in the province who is even remotely contemplating being in business should come to us,” says Vaidyanathan.

“We are the starting point and we can support you through every phase.”

Business Beginnings is the first step to becoming a W.E. member. The one hour session is designed to demystify the process of becoming a business owner. It is here that potential members

learn about the multitude of benefits to becoming a W.E. member. A nominal annual membership fee of $105 provides women entrepreneurs with unlimited access to a business advisor.

“W.E.’s advisors help women gain a profound understanding of business development and management,” says Vaidyanathan. “Advisors provide information and guidance on formulating a business plan, identifying obstacles and brainstorming solutions.”

For many women entrepreneurs, financing can seem an insurmountable barrier to success. This is why W.E. offers start-up, purchase and expansion lending up to $150,000 to qualified businesses which are majority-owned and operated by women. In addition,

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W.E. works with women entrepreneurs to establish credit relationships with other financial institutions.

W.E. also recognizes that having a dream and the drive isn’t always enough. Today’s entrepreneur also needs management and accounting skills to ensure entrepreneurial success. W.E. believes information is power. With that in mind, all of W.E.’s training opportunities and webinars are member-driven, relevant and cutting edge. The training covers a broad range of subject matter including financial, marketing and operations management and communications and social media.

CREATING CONNECTIONS W.E. also understands the importance of networking and mentoring. It provides several opportunities for its members throughout the year to support, celebrate and connect with other women entrepreneurs.

“W.E. is all about relationships and community building, giving female entrepreneurs the opportunity to share and be a part of something, a sense of belonging,” explains W.E. Board Chair, Kellie Garrett. “We offer opportunities for our members to connect with other likeminded business owners.”

Shaken with a Twist is one such opportunity. W.E. partners with the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce for this free monthly networking event.

Women entrepreneurs are also invited to a fun and inspiring evening at W.E.’s annual signature event, Sweet Success. This year, Sweet Success is being held in five cities across the province including Prince Albert (Oct. 20th), Saskatoon (21st), Weyburn (27th), Moose Jaw (28th) and Regina (29th). For those interested in expanding their connections provincewide, W.E. also hosts a spring business conference that alternates annually between Saskatoon and Regina, with

the 2016 conference to be held in Regina May 5-6. W.E. believes every connection you make is a possible source of information, a potential business partner or a prospective client.

The organization’s annual general meeting is also held in conjunction with the annual business conference. The AGM provides W.E. members the right to vote and gives them a voice on the future direction of the organization.

Whether you are dreaming of starting a business or looking for ways to grow and expand an existing business, Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan has the services and support you need.

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Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan, Head Office #108 – 502 Cope Way Saskatoon 306.477.7173 1.800.879.6331 womenentrepreneurs.sk.ca

Kelly Larwood Cultivating a Desire to Be Exceptional

By Tobie Hainstock

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elly Larwood is no stranger to hard work. At Suncoast Enclosures, she is always willing to go above and beyond what her customers expect. As a business person, Larwood sets a good example to others with her determination, hard work and organizational skills.

To keep herself organized, Larwood finds it helpful to create a to-do list every night for the next day’s tasks. “I number the tasks to identify which ones are most important and then check them off as they are completed. This way, I don’t

forget anything on my list and get the highest priorities done first.”

Larwood advises entrepreneurs to cultivate a desire to be exceptional. For her, this means doing what most people won’t and getting the job done even when you don’t feel like it. Sometimes, this requires making tough choices, and there are times when things don’t work out the way you would like or things get off track. When that happens, Larwood offers some wisdom: “Acknowledge the fact you have failed and do what it takes to deliver what you’ve committed to.”

Larwood shows strong leadership skills as she and her husband, Don, motivate their team to deliver top quality enclosures that will add style and value to clients’ homes. According to Larwood, this type of leadership requires two admirable qualities: honesty and integrity, both of which encourage a strong work ethic and pride. She applies these beliefs in what she does every day, and continues to succeed.

Suncoast Enclosures 3401 Pasqua Street Suite A, Regina 306.713.9676 suncoastenclosures.com INSET Kelly Larwood, photo by DeAnne Bell

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Heather Fritz Pro From the Get Go

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o establish oneself as a dynamic brand in our city’s ever-competitive real estate market takes an impressive combination of savvy and integrity. Throw in some wicked personality and strong networking skills and you’ve got yourself a person who’s on your side. This is exactly Heather Fritz.

As a realtor with the city’s newest independent brokerage, Boyes Group Realty Inc., Fritz delivers results alongside her larger-than-life personality.

With an extensive and successful background in sales — Fritz is a former sales executive for a Fortune 500 company, has an extensive media background and has owned and operated her own photography business for 11 years — she explains that progressing into real estate was a natural move: “Residential real estate allows me to work in what I believe should be a very client-focused sales field. It marries my passion for the deal and my commitment to a relationship based career. It’s entirely satisfying to represent people and know that at the end of the day, they’ve had their goals met.”

Represent, she does. On behalf of Habitat for Humanity of Canada, Fritz documented the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina — an experience she describes as one of her most humbling professional and personal experiences to date. She’s also known for her active local involvement: Fritz is involved in a variety of initiatives — Saskatoon Children’s Choir, the annual Silver Spoon Dinner, and an organizer of high tea fundraisers for the food bank, to name a few — and encourages her children to take pride in the city. “I love volunteering. I love engaging with people who follow me on social media about being positive about their community. Getting my kids

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excited about knowing all the corners of Saskatoon is something I believe in.”

“I had known Heather for years before she joined the firm,” says Jordan Boyes of Boyes Realty Inc. “I was so excited to bring her on board. She’s someone who is well known, driven and has proven herself successful.”

The enthusiasm Fritz distributes wherever she goes is evident. The 2016 Women of Distinction Awards will be co-chaired by Fritz, and this is an honour she takes to heart. “Whether it’s other women, my colleagues, or my children, I strive every day to inspire people to stop living within the limitations they’ve created within their own mind. I want to inspire people to continue learning and achieving.”

Top phoTo Heather’s wide variety of listings include Decora Homes show home in Greenbryre Estates phoTo by Brenda Keller; boTTom phoTo Longtime photography clients turned real estate clients, Camden and Ryerson, pose with Heather and the family portrait that they drew with her in it. Heather has helped their family sell their old home and find a new one one big enough to accommodate them and their new sister. opposiTe page phoTo by Candace Epp

Part of what makes Fritz so successful in her commitment to others is her ability to connect on a personal level. “I’m not interested in putting you in a house that doesn’t suit you, your family or your budget. I’m way more interested in happy referrals than a fast commission.”

Fritz’s history of being a top photographer in the Saskatoon area supports her reputation as one of the go-to realtors in the city. More than half of her current

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clients are connections she made from photography. Moreso, one of the city’s most distinguished home builders enlisted Fritz to promote their prestigious show home, all within the first three months of her real estate career. “With Heather representing Decora Homes, one of the largest and most reputable builders in the city,” notes Boyes, “everyone can have confidence in her to buy or sell your home.”

Buying and selling a home can be overwhelming. With Fritz’s passion and dedication to the personal element of real estate, she easily eases the stress and worry. “You can rely on me,” she grins.

Heather Fritz, REALTOR® Boyes Group Inc. 251 - 2002 Quebec Ave., Saskatoon 306.292.2323 heather@heatherfritz.com heatherfritz.com

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Dr. Donna Jubin Making a Difference

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r. Donna Jubin always wanted to become a doctor. After studying medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and achieving her Bachelor of Anatomy, she went on to do a two-year residency in family practice, focusing mainly on women’s health and obstetrics. “I loved every minute of family practice for more than 12 years, but the work/life balance was difficult. I became interested in cosmetic laser medicine and dermatology, and in 2006 decided to refocus my career,” Dr. Jubin explains. A decade later, Bella Sante MD Cosmetic and Laser Clinic is Saskatchewan’s premier clinic where Dr. Donna Jubin and her skilled team of nurses, aestheticians and laser technicians work hard to improve the lives of their patients. Dr. Jubin talks about how she has managed to build a successful business and balance that with a life she loves.

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What woman inspires you and why?

a I can’t say there’s been any one person, but I

love women who have confidence, follow their own dreams and aren’t defined by the things around them; they’re defined by themselves. It isn’t always easy to follow your dreams.

What excites you about your chosen career?

a

I love what I am doing and have a huge passion for this exciting and evolving area of medicine. Our clients are amazing people. It’s so satisfying to be able to help people and make them feel better about themselves. Helping people be the best they can be builds confidence and we have the expertise at this clinic. Cosmetic and laser medicine is the perfect fit for me because I can combine my medical expertise and science background with my interest in art and love of people. You need to have an artistic eye to succeed in this industry; it is the perfect synergy of art and science for me.

How do you stay motivated?

a

I think you need to surround yourself with people who also believe in your dreams and your goals.

What are your success habits?

a It’s about always doing things with integrity.

I expect that from my staff, as well. When you mix integrity, hard work and a great vision, it’s the perfect recipe for success. That is how we build trust and loyalty with our clients.

What are the characteristics of a good leader?

a I think it’s a sign of a true leader when you have a clear vision of what you want to accomplish. When you communicate that to others around you and they believe in that same vision and goal with passion and excitement, you now have a team working with you.

The more people you have believing in that, the more momentum you get and the more likely you are to succeed. A true leader inspires others to believe in their vision.

What is your greatest professional accomplishment?

a I think it’s coming. I’m excited about what’s

next. Every conference I go to and hear about new advancements or technologies gets me excited about what the future holds. People talk about retirement and I think, ‘Why would I retire when I’m doing what I love?’ I don’t ever see myself retiring. People retire to do the things they’ve always wanted to do; I’m doing that every day.

Bella Sante MD Cosmetic and Laser Clinic 518 Queen St., Saskatoon 306.652.0553 bellasanteclinic.com

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Carrie Mulligan Investing Blindfolded is Risky

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arrie Mulligan discovered her passion for investing and wealth advising by chance.

Disappointed with her own results, Mulligan set out to build her portfolio by educating herself. “I refused to teach my sons what didn’t work for us,” says Mulligan. “Realizing you need to change is the first step, knowing how to change is a life-long journey.” Mulligan discovered her dream career, when someone pointed out she could help others.

Working with a variety of investors, Mulligan especially enjoys working with women and female entrepreneurs. “I see the need for women to take control of their financial success, and they appreciate a feminine twist to their advising,” says Mulligan. “For myself, I took off the blindfold of investing and, believe me, it’s much better with eyes open.”

With this mandate, Mulligan founded PowerHouse Women and Wealth to educate women on financial and personal development.

Starting this fall, PowerHouse has partnered with Contagiously Positive Personal Development and Coaching to create a series of seminars for women on personal growth and wealth. Mulligan advises, “Making conscious decisions to improve your life will always beat out fluttering aimlessly.”

Back: How to Accelerate Your Wealth Outside the Stock Market, as an investors’ guide to the new era investment opportunities available to Canadians. Mulligan continually works to find new ways to bring value, a philosophy that resulted in her receiving the Mega Partnering Connector Award in Los Angeles in 2014. “It’s about building relationships and finding creative ways to help others succeed in their business, passions and wealth,” Mulligan says.

As a Dealing Representative for Pinnacle Wealth Brokers, Mulligan relies on their experts to take the guesswork out of private investments, once only available to the super rich. “The Core Purpose for Pinnacle Wealth Brokers, as a National Exempt Market Dealer, is to continually seek unique opportunities to increase wealth.”

Pinnacle Wealth is holding a Saskatoon Investment Symposium Nov. 6 and 7 at the Western Development Museum to educate investors on non-stock market options. “It’s like a science fair of investments and talks,” Mulligan explains. “Like no other time, investors are actively searching for new ways to invest their cash, RRSPs and TFSAs in strong growth and income opportunities.”

Mulligan’s advice to entrepreneurs is simple: “Surround yourself with brilliance … because brilliance rubs off. Work with positive and knowledgeable people to boost your success.”

Mulligan believes strongly in giving back. Working closely with the Hope for Malawi Foundation, created by Saskatoon locals Peter and Elaine Zakreski, Mulligan wrote a children’s book for the cause, Hope For Malawi: Bringing Hope to Life. The book raised $10,000 the first year and is now in Saskatoon schools and public libraries. This inspiring group sends 100 per cent of its donations to Africa, and transformed a generation with health and education.

The wealth specialist also authored the first book written on the private market in Canada, The Canadian Gold Rush is

Carrie Mulligan Pinnacle Wealth Brokers carrie.mulligan@pinnaclewealth.ca PrivateMarketAdvantage.com PowerHouseWomenandWealth.com

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now who you are. Know your vision. Keep those images constantly in the back of your mind and don’t lose focus. This is the advice that Rochelle Laflamme and Alisa Thompson offer to women in business and non-traditional careers.

For Laflamme and Thompson, their opportunity arose by working together renovating and building a rental suite in Laflamme’s home to generate extra income. As they worked on the suite, the ladies realized that they had the same ideals about what it takes for women to succeed in male dominated industries.

After attending Rich Dad promotional

events, these epic ladies got to work taking classes throughout Canada in order to pursue their dream.

stay motivated and informed by asking questions. “The more questions you ask, the more driven you will become.”

As owners and managers of Epic Alliance Real Estate Inc. and Epic Alliance Electrical Inc., both partners know the challenges that women in business and industry face every day. They are pleased to offer support to fellow women entrepreneurs. “Surround yourself with the positive people,” comments Thompson. “Remember, you are who you hang with so be surrounded with those who are likeminded … people who have integrity and strong ethics.” Laflamme agrees and adds that it’s important to

One person that Laflamme and Thompson made sure to have in their circle is Shelley Hagen, managing partner of Di-Rae Development. As a mentor and advanced trainer with Rich Dad Education, the ladies found they had a lot in common with Hagen and have gotten to know her over the years. Hagen’s philosophies and experiences have been an encouragement and guide. “Not only has Shelley become a highly valued mentor and coach, she’s also become a great friend,” remarks Thompson.

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“We are firm believers that the more you give out to the universe, the more the universe provides” Another way that they surround themselves with likeminded people is through hosting the Real Estate Investors Networking Night. This monthly information night is free of charge and open to anyone who is interested.

The pair agrees on a lot of key elements when it comes to business success and leadership. Having the ability to empower people is crucial to being a strong business and community leader. By lifting individuals up it encourages them to think for themselves and they feel like they have something of value to contribute to your company.

Epic Alliance Real Estate Inc. and Epic Alliance Electrical Inc. are businesses that are dedicated to encouraging and empowering their employees. Laflamme and Thompson are thrilled to be working towards providing valuable long term employment to women, single parents and Aboriginal people. By offering training and electrical apprenticeships to women who are seeking non-traditional careers, Laflamme and Thompson are giving back to their community. “We are firm believers that the more you give out to the universe, the more the universe provides,” states Laflamme. “Where there are women who are empowered and working together, there is strength,” says Thompson.

To be able to do what they love to do, offer excellent service and create steady employment is the vision that these strong women are focusing their energy on.

Epic Alliance Real Estate Inc. Epic Alliance Electrical Inc. Saskatoon 306.717.3351 306.717.7848

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Cassandra Grabowski Sound Impressions, Sound Advice

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ound Impressions Hearing Centre in the Grosvenor Park Shopping Centre has been open for a year and already it is becoming known as the place to go in Saskatoon if you are experiencing hearing loss.

Owner Cassandra Grabowski, Master Degree Audiologist with 21 years of experience, has created an environment at Sound Impressions that is filled with caring and understanding, a place where every person from the smallest child to the most elderly senior is valued. A very open, honest and patient person, Grabowski is someone who inspires confidence in others.

Here, Grabowski talks about her work, the women who have influenced her and her love of apple pie!

What woman inspires you and why?

This is going to sound cliché but it’s my mom.

Back in the ’70s not many moms worked out of the home. My mom was a music teacher; she taught music lessons from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. while still maintaining the house, yard and garden, and raising five kids. She showed my sisters and me that women can do it all. She used to always say, “You don’t need a man; you need an education. If you get a man, great.”

What excites you about your field?

Definitely the new technology. When I started, there weren’t many options. Now, there are hearing aids made for iPhones, hearing aids that are Bluetooth compatible. You can stream

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music into your hearing aids. You can use the recording device on your iPhone to stream everyone talking at a meeting into your hearing aids.

What is your greatest professional accomplishment?

I was appointed a clinical instructor for the School of Audiology and Speech Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. I love teaching and I really enjoy helping the students to succeed. It’s one thing I’m really, really proud of.

What is the best business advice you’ve received and would like to pass on to others?

On an interview with Oprah, someone asked what had made her a success. She said that you always need to know where your money is going because if you don’t then you run into trouble. You have to be hands on when you run a business.

I would include that in my advice for anyone starting a business — that, and do what you love.

If you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be and why?

Malala. I think she is just a phenomenal young woman. To survive an assassination attempt and continue to advocate for education for girls is incredible. I would probably make it a combo dinner with Oprah! Malala

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inspires my daughter, Tabitha, so I would include her in the dinner, as well.

What is something people would be surprised to learn about you?

I love to eat pie for breakfast. It’s better to eat it in the morning and then you can wear it off by the end of the day! Apple and lemon meringue are my favourites but I’ll eat any type of pie. I think if more people ate pie for breakfast, more people would be happy!

Sound Impressions Hearing Centre 18-2105 8th Street E Saskatoon 306.477.3277 www.soundimpressions.ca /SoundImpressions

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Melissa Hampson

Escape the Everyday in Style

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ith two successful businesses in the beauty and fashion industries no one would guess owner Melissa Hampson grew up as a tomboy.

After embracing her inner ‘city girl’ the self-professed girlie-girl found her true calling.

“I grew up on a farm in Nebraska. I was always out in the barn or chicken coop mucking around and taking care of the animals. My farm roots really taught me a strong work ethic — something I use everyday,” says Hampson. In just 18 years, Hampson has had an impressive career, starting with Spa Ahava and then opening Edgewater Spa. The two spas have since amalgamated into one, becoming Edgewater Spa carrying the famous Ahava line from the Dead Sea. Most recently the entrepreneur turned her passion for fashion into Ahava, a women’s clothing boutique currently expanding to include more great lines and consignment offerings.

As a woman, Hampson wanted to create service that truly catered to women’s needs. Edgewater Spa is a space for reenergizing the body, mind and soul with an extensive menu of services from skincare to massage. At Ahava clients can find products such as Barefoot Venus and Hemp Soap from Big River, SK, lines that made the spa a destination. Hampson also carries new and gently used clothing and accessories from brands like Hue and Jackson Rowe. With both businesses — located conveniently on Broadway — clients can enjoy a day of spa service and shopping without having to travel across the city.

“It’s really important for women to take care of themselves. We tend to take on a lot more than we should,” says Hampson. “That’s why I go to the gym everyday. If I am not healthy my business and relationships won’t be either. It’s important to find balance in the chaos.”

Much of Edgewater Spa’s services can be tailored to accommodate groups allowing

clients a chance to bond with family and friends.

With nearly two decades of business experience the owner understands everyday is unique. “After all these years I still learn something new everyday.

You need to be adaptable to survive in business,” says Hampson. “Nothing comes easy. If that were the case, we would all have what we wanted. Opening my own business was the hardest thing I have ever done.” With a large staff, two businesses, a well-known spa line and a family, the entrepreneur’s best piece of advice is to stay focused and balanced. “Be present in your business. Work in and on it, but always be open to change.”

With an ever-evolving business plan Hampson is set to create an empire built not just on her interests, but also her strengths. “When you own a business you have to work hard, harder than anyone who works for you because they are depending on you. I wouldn’t be where I am today without my amazing staff,” says Hampson.

Making an ordinary day extraordinary is the entrepreneur’s specialty and with two thriving businesses, the future looks bright for Hampson and her team.

Edgewater Spa 306.978.4111 101-611 University Drive, Saskatoon (at 5 corners on Broadway) www.edgewaterspa.ca | Ahava 720 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon 306.653.8835 ahava@shaw.ca |

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AFTER

BEFORE

Heather Kehoe

Key Motivators Assist on the Road to Success

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eather Kehoe of Heather Kehoe Realty/CENTURY 21 Fusion™ and H. Kehoe Style Contracting (HKSC) is one of Saskatoon’s most successful entrepreneurs. It was her strong passion for sales and marketing combined with her love for home design and real estate that inspired her to start her real estate business.

Succeeding as a REALTOR® comes down to Kehoe’s understanding of her clients’ wants and needs. “Buying a home is one of the most important purchases people are ever going to make. It’s the most money they are going to spend and it’s a very personal choice. I love guiding my clients through that process.”

Recently, in collaboration with her partner, Brad Williamson, the contracting company HKSC has been added to Kehoe’s repertoire of business ventures.

With a background in plumbing and impeccable customer service skills, Williamson is a valuable member of the team. “HKSC is like a one-stop shop from renos to real estate,” explains Kehoe.

Kehoe accredits much of her success to the encouragement and support she received from her family. “My mom was always there for us throughout our childhood. She taught us the importance of having a job and working for what you have.” Kehoe’s dad, a farm equipment sales representative, has been her role model.

“Dad taught me ‘old school’ sales which is based on keeping your word, doing your best and being honest and ethical.

He understands me from a business perspective and is very motivating.”

Kehoe acknowledges REALTOR® and coach Mike Ferry as a professional motivator. “I admire his teaching methods and appreciate his approach on business,” she states. According to Kehoe, one of Ferry’s key points is ‘no matter how much money you make, wake up every day like

your bank account is empty.’ By starting each day with nothing, you are more motivated to go out and give it everything you’ve got.

Over the years, Kehoe has read many books and utilized a number of resources to assist her on her journey. Darci Lang, author of Focus on the 90%, teaches about focusing on the positive aspects of life and business. Darren Hardy, well-known publisher and author of The Compound Effect, offers advice about starting with realistic goals and building on them.

“My girls (Saige and Caprice) also motivate me. I work hard at both of my businesses to teach my girls that they can do anything they put their mind to and to help build a foundation for them to become strong independent women,” says Kehoe.

She adds that it’s important for women entrepreneurs to be confident in what they say and do, and find a good mentor or “pacing” partner. Communication, planning and accountability are key elements to building and sustaining your business.

When all is said and done, what’s most important to Kehoe is that she makes a positive difference in the lives of her family, her neighbours and her clients.

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Heather Kehoe REALTOR® | C21 Fusion™ 306.260.1711 heather@saskatoonproperties.com www.saskrealestate.net | HKSC H.Kehoe Style Contracting 306.290.7888 kehoestylecontracting@gmail.com Independently Owned and Operated. ®/TM trademarks owned by Century 21 Real Estate LLC

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CONGRATULATIONS! Fine Lifestyles Saskatoon wishes to thank each of our entrepreneurs in our first annual Women of Achievement feature.

Jordana Jacobson

Tamara Bowman

Cassandra Grabowski

Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan

Heather Fritz

Jessica Tetu

CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids

Prabha Vaidyanathan, CEO

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REALTOR速 Boyes Group Realty Inc. WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT

Sound Impressions Hearing

Just For You Day Spa

Sharla Shaw

Heather Kehoe

Kelly Larwood

Melissa Hampson

Holly Decker

Carrie Mulligan

Dr. Donna Jubin

Alisa Thompson and Rochelle Laflamme

Tidy Time Saver

Edgewater Spa | Ahava

Bella Sante MD Cosmetic & Laser Clinic

REALTOR® C21 Fusion HKSC H.Kehoe Style Contracting

Holly Decker Makeup Artistry

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Safety First Investing with a

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ounds like a pretty solid approach doesn’t it? It may be that “the proof is in the pudding,” as it relates to the Cooper Schneider Private Wealth investment strategy. They approach investing with a “safety first” mentality. “When I design portfolios for clients my first concern is protection of capital,” states Daryl Cooper, Portfolio Manager of Cooper Schneider Private Wealth, a Saskatoon based ScotiaMcLeod team.

Having managed money for over 20 years and having lived through two major stock market crashes, Cooper has seen firsthand the devastation many investors have had by not having an exit strategy. Their money management system does not speculate on whether the market will be up or down nor does it contain exotic or risky securities. Rather, they follow a strict rules based system that supports their safety first theory.

“Our duty is to the client, and we have no reason to show bias towards any course of action other than making our clients’ financial dreams a reality,” Cooper adds. “We manage over $230 million dollars. We have to be sharp. We can’t afford to be lazy or sloppy.”

Cooper reinforces, “Money management is important because one cannot predict the market. Our rules based system has us investing in some of the strongest sectors and geographical regions. An alternate approach might be to diversify in every sector just in case it goes up

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“What separates a professional wealth advisor from an amateur investor is their ability to assess probabilities and to have a system that alerts them to periods of unfavourable probabilities so they can act prudently.” — daryl cooper, portfolio Manager top L-R Daryl Cooper, Senior Portfolio Manager, Director Wealth Management; Colleen Schneider, Wealth Advisor; Austin Cooper, Administrative Assistant; Aleshia Abtosway, Senior Associate; Raymonde (Ray) Earle, Investment Associate photos by Megan Antoniuk Photography

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—that strategy might see you have a weighting in Canadian banks, mining, gold, oil and gas stocks — however, we are not in those areas currently as our indicators show there are better places to be.”

When asked for an example of how their system works Cooper shared some compelling insights on health care that demonstrates how he applied his rule based process. “Fifteen years ago many analysts were making a case to invest into the health care sector due to the aging baby boomer population. Despite these suggestions, health care essentially traded sideways for about 10 years only breaking out to the upside in 2011. Had you tried to forecast the rise of this sector from a fundamental perspective, you would have waited a long time before achieving any real return from this trade.”

Using his systematic approach, Cooper’s methodology alerted him to long term strength in health care back on December 19, 2011 when the ZUH ETF (BMO US Healthcare ETF) entered the favoured zone at a price of $16.42. For the next three and a half years ZUH has remained at the top of the favoured zone showing consistent leadership relative to

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its peer group of ETFs. As of September 21, 2015, ZUH closed at $41.59 for a cumulative return of 153 per cent during this timeframe. The power of the Cooper Schneider Private Wealth rules based approach, and why they are passionate about it, is that they are often able to identify areas of strength in the market, and also to keep you in that trade as the trend continues per the indicators they use.

It is Cooper’s belief that his rules based approach is able to pick out sectors before they crash. He explains that one way to protect capital is to follow where “cash is not going.” For example, he decided to sell oil and gas equities over a year ago.

Using another ETF as an example, the i-shares Energy ETF (XEG) indicated a sell in late September of 2014. It was a good call as oil has been in pretty much a steady downtrend ever since. “We will be staying away from oil and gas until momentum returns into its favour. Any purchase now” — as of date of writing in late September — “would be pure speculation and we just don’t speculate, period!” Cooper adds. XEG closed at $18.51 on September 26, 2014 and a year later on September 21, 2015 closed at $10.97, down 41 per cent, a major savings

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of wealth for their clients as those funds were deployed into stronger sectors.

“Nobody has a crystal ball into the future so an objective approach where we align our investments with global money flows in the best interests of our clients simply increases the probability that we will be able to ‘let winners ride and cut losses short!’ It is a highly disciplined and repeatable process that is designed to uncover the best risk/reward relationships in the market at any given time with a neutral approach to entering and exiting those positions as needed,” explains Cooper.

“We are always upbeat about investing; it doesn’t have to be burdensome. Our process is very relaxing and unemotional.

This is a critical time for investors and knowledge is power. If things get ugly in the market we can act fast if needed to protect client’s assets. It is reassuring to know we have a plan for any eventuality.”

Cooper Schneider Private Wealth ScotiaMcLeod, Saskatoon 410 22 Street East, Saskatoon 306.343.3261 www.darylcooper.ca daryl.cooper@scotiamcleod.com

The home office

is the Way of the Future

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as reduced traffic and the resulting lower carbon-emissions. As an example of the savings for individual businesses, the report estimates a company that has 250 telecommuting employees would save $3 million a year.

Telecommuting saves employers more than just overhead and rent money; employees who work from home are happier, and thus more productive.

According to Globalworkplaceanalytics. com, 36 per cent of workers would prefer working from home to a pay raise, and 80 per cent of employees consider working from home a job perk.

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ith most jobs needing only a computer, phone and Internet connection, more people are working from home than ever before. Work/life balance is a hot topic when it comes to business trends, with millennials and Gen-Y workers stating it’s one of their main priorities when choosing a job.

According to Smallbiztrends.com, 69 per cent of U.S. entrepreneurs start their businesses from home, and many have employees who work from their own homes as well. For entrepreneurs, starting a business costs an average of $15,000, and cutting the overhead by working from home allows more freedom for the business owner in those important first few years.

According to the WorkShift initiative, led by Calgary Economic Development, there are about 4.3 million Canadians with jobs that are compatible with working from home.

Allowing these people to work out of office, the report states, would have a bottom-line economic benefit of $53 billion across the country, as well as community perks such

When it comes to planning a home office, Chris Medeiros, co-owner of Response I.T., advocates doing your homework before you commit to the electronics in your home office.

“Getting the proper foundation for the office is the most important thing,” Medeiros explains. “You need to make sure you cover the basics, such as the right computer for your needs, anti-virus software, surge protectors, that kind of thing. Pricing everything ahead of time is a good idea.

Software such as Skype, Microsoft Word and Google Docs are invaluable to creating a cohesive virtual work environment for employees. And for people just starting up, Medeiros recommends getting your own domain name to give a professional first impression via email.

With a major hindrance to productivity being workplace distraction, working from home in an environment workers can control helps them raise productivity levels while giving them the work/life balance they crave.

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Let Assante Wealth Management Give You a Financial Checkup

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utumn is a great time of the year to do some self-evaluating. We sign up for the gym, take a class, get our physical checkups and renew club memberships.

According to Shannon and Byron Briske of Assante Financial Management Ltd. (“Assante”), it’s also a good time to do a financial checkup. Take a few minutes to sit down with your financial planner and go over various benchmarks and other events that have occurred over the year and see how they have affected your financial goals.

By examining your financial plan on a regular basis, you are better able to verify its status and review the short and long term outcome. “It’s like taking a financial snapshot of your current situation and examining it. It tells you where you are today and where you need to be in order to reach your short term and long term goals,” explains Shannon.

Reviewing your financial plan is more than determining whether to buy or sell certain financial products. It can be

The Briske Financial Group, Assante Financial Management Ltd. www.thebriskefinancialgroup.com

very inclusive and involves examining many aspects of your life. Did you get married or divorced? Did you retire?

Do you have an ailing parent who is going to need some assistance? All these things can affect your life insurance and your investments. You may find yourself in a situation where you don’t have as much disposable income as you did last year. How is that going to affect your long term goals? Will you have to revise those goals?

Sound a little daunting? There’s no need to feel overwhelmed or intimidated about reviewing your plan.

The team at Assante will help you modulate your plan step by step.

“We take a holistic approach when it comes to helping you reach your goals,” comments Shannon. By managing the nuts and bolts of your investments and taking care of issues such as the transferring of an estate, business succession and more; Assante can advise and guide you to throughout your financial journey.

When looking for specific professionals to assist you with business and personal finances; the Briske brothers can assist you in accessing a dream team of your own.

“We work very well with lawyers, accountants and other professionals and have some very good people associated with us. We can help our clients get the services they need when the situations arise,” remarks Byron.

Your financial plan is like a road map that helps you get to where you want to be. By setting up a plan with The Briske Financial Group, you are creating a positive path that will help you reach your personal and financial goals. Once that plan is set up, checking it regularly will help you determine whether you are still on the path that you want or need to be on.

“We are pleased to sit down with you, offer a free analysis and answer your questions,” states Shannon, “Come in and see if we are the right fit for you.”

Insurance products and services are provided through Assante Estate and Insurance Services Inc.

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auded as one of the first SUV creators, Land Rover’s newest creations display a reverence to the past combined with a vision of a luxurious future. Commonly thought of as a boxy extreme adventure vehicle, the modern Rover offers a variety of models for any adventure whether offroad or urban.

With celebrity Land Rover drivers including Rod Stewart, Jennifer Garner, Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen, as well as the British Royal Family, it should be no surprise the company is partnering with Hollywood heavy hitters. Land Rover itself is no stranger to great partnerships; shortly after the launch of the Range

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Rover Evoque, the company worked with Victoria Beckham to create a luxury experience for 200 lucky drivers.

Range Rover was the first SUV to offer drivers a choice between a full-time four wheel drive system and a front wheel drive system for enhanced fuel economy; the latest version of the system is the company’s signature Terrain Response® technology. The 2016 Evoque will be the first Range Rover to offer full LED Adaptive Headlamps for a brighter, more even light, as well as the added benefit of being more energy efficient.

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the company has to offer. “Technology is an essential part of every Evoque customer’s lifestyle,” says Danella Bagnall, vehicle line director for Evoque.

“The latest innovations ensure Evoque remains ahead of the curve, and include an all-new infotainment system with a tablet-style operating interface, plus new driver-assistance features to make owning and driving an Evoque even safer and more enjoyable than ever before.”

Whether a driver’s tastes lean toward an adventure seeking nostalgic machine or a sleek modern luxury vehicle, Land Rover offers the very best of both worlds for the discerning driving enthusiast.

Our grandfather and father both believed, “Everyone deserves a great reliable vehicle.”

Auto sales is in our blood and the thing we always hoped we would do most. Now, as third generation owners, and open since 2009, our values remain the same. Be passionate about what you drive.

At MacNeil motors, we try our best to be different and carry great quality pre-owned and speciality vehicles of all makes and models that our customers demand most.

Now into our sixth year, and quickly becoming one of Canada's largest growing preowned dealerships, we recognize our success has come from one thing: providing our customers the automobiles they want to drive most with the best value for their dollar.

Unlike other dealerships where you may just be a transaction, we realize that when you make a purchase at MacNeil Motors, it’s our family name that gets attached to every single one of you, our valued customers. And we take that very seriously.

If you are in the market for a great pre-owned vehicle, we would like to personally invite you to our family dealership and have the opportunity to earn your business.

We look forward to meeting you!

Brenon and Jeff MacNeil

MACNEIL MOTORS 529 Centennial Drive South, Martensville | 306.955.1590 | macneilmotors@sasktel.net | www.macneilmotors.ca

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