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AUGUST 2020

The beauty of the great outdoors, indoors In what has become a tradition, Ryan Sobokovich hosted another tremendous Solo Art Exhibition at the Butter Gallery in Collingwood from July 11th through the 26th. As in years past, the gallery came alive with big beautiful and bold vistas reflecting his passion for the Canadian wilderness. His goal is to “encourage the appreciation of the natural beauty of the Canadian wilderness.” Be sure to visit Ryan’s website www.ryanallensobkovich.com to view his online galleries and keep up to date on his current offerings and upcoming shows. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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GTHS ANIMAL HOSPITAL SERVICES & WELLNESS CLINICS The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is proud to offer accessible pet services to the citizens of South Georgian Bay 1. Low cost spay/neuter services: A service for financially-limited pet owners, this service provides low cost spay/neuter surgeries to cats and dogs. Learn more and apply at https://www.gths.ca/ gths-animal-hospital/ Contact: hospital@gths.ca or (705) 445-5204 ext. 221 2. Rabies & Microchipping Clinics: A low cost clinic located at the GTHS Animal Centre at 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood. Rabies Vaccine: $20 | Microchipping: $25. Learn more and sign up at https://www.gths.ca/rabies-microchip-clinic/ Contact: outreach@gths.ca or (705) 606-8102 3. GTHS Cat Neuter Days: A special event sponsored by the Ontario SPCA providing $50 neuter surgeries for male cats. Learn more and register at https://www.gths.ca/cat-neuter-days/ Contact: outreach@gths.ca or (705) 606-8102

SIT. STAY. REGISTER! We are, once again, offering GTHS Dog School classes in-person! Join trainer, Jodie, from Happy Paws Canine Solutions, at the GTHS Animal Centre for either adult or puppy obedience classes. These 4-week long sessions focus on positive reinforcement techniques that both you and your dog will love. Sessions run until November, so there are still several opportunities to participate in the 2020 season. Learn more and register at https://www.gths.ca/services/gths-dog-school/ 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood | 705-445-5204 | www.gths.ca Georgian Triangle Humane Society @GTHumaneSociety gthumanesociety

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A Saturday morning tradition since 1997 A Saturday morning tradition since 1997, the Creemore Farmer’s Market opened on June 27th with the appropriate health and safety protocols in place to make your shopping experience both enjoyable and safe. The market is ready to welcome you each Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. to Noon at their new location at Creemore Springs Brewery at the corner of Mill & Edward Street. Ample parking is available on the street. “23 years of providing a place for farmers, food and craft vendors to deliver their goods to our community, local, fresh, and less touched for your safety.” Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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Fresh and fun is back! Similar to most other communities, the Thornbury Farmer’s Market got a late start but they’re back “for another fun market season of locally grown food, homemade crafts, music and more” and to say that locals and visitors are happy would be an understatement. The market runs each Sunday from 11 am until 2 pm through to October 11th, at their regular location, 30 Mill Street, in the park beside the Town Hall on Highway 26 in Thornbury. Health and safety protocols are in place, along with a hand sanitizing station and as always, physical distancing is appreciated and expected! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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Ted Yoannou: In Your Corner The Coopers: Amy, Meet Christian On the morning of May 25, 2020, in Manhattan’s Central Park, Amy Cooper, a white woman, was walking her dog, unleashed, in a part of the park clearly marked otherwise. Bird watcher Christian Cooper (no relation), a Black man, asked her to leash her dog. She refused, became somewhat hysterical, and soon after called 911 to report that an “African American man … in Central Park … is threatening myself and my dog.” Luckily for Mr. Cooper, he video recorded the interaction. Not so luckily for Ms. Cooper, the video went viral and she temporarily lost her pet, permanently lost her job and her reputation was left in tatters. Further, she is now facing a criminal charge of filing a false police report. All this, believe it or not, on the same day, May 25th, that George Floyd was tragically killed in Minneapolis. Mr. Cooper’s sister was the one who first shared the video on Twitter. She says, “Our parents taught us to move through the world as if we had a right to be there. … (upon viewing the video) my imagination took me to see him face down on the ground, with police around him, and – this is ironic – in a chokehold, but I didn’t know about George Floyd yet. I just imagined them having him face down in the dirt and killing him that way.” Mr. Cooper has quite the interesting background. Harvard educated, he grew up loving birds and superheroes. In addition to being a writer and birder, he is also credited with introducing and developing the first gay characters in Marvel Comics and Star Trek. Soon after the incident in May, he said, “I’m not excusing the racism, but I don’t know if her life needed to be torn apart.” More recently, he wrote in the Washington Post that he prefers this incident with Ms. Cooper be a teachable moment in the ongoing race relations crisis, and that given that she has already lost her employment and reputation, sees no value in proceeding with the criminal charge. “I must err on the side of compassion and choose not to be involved in this prosecution.” It will be interesting to see how the criminal prosecution of Ms. Cooper plays out. Will the District Attorney continue with the case, given Mr. Cooper’s stance? If so, will Ms. Cooper plead guilty? And if so, what sentence should be imposed on her? Regardless of the outcome, I find Mr. Cooper to be remarkable, and to be commended for his calm, reflective and graceful nature. We should all be so fortunate to have these qualities in times of adversity. Submitted by: Ted C. Yoannou, B.A., LL.B. The Law Firm of Ted Yoannou, Professional Corporation 16 Huron Street, Unit 2, Collingwood 705-888-6230 x 243 Ted@TorontoCriminalLawyers.com www.TorontoCriminalLawyers.com

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Back into the swing of things! Much to the delight of members and guests, Cranberry Golf Course opened for the season on May 16th. Errol Smith, Cranberry Golf Course Club Manager, his wonderful colleagues and the tremendous team at Station on the Green want to assure you that above and beyond providing you with an opportunity to enjoy a wonderful golf experience, that “at Cranberry Golf Course, our safety is your safety. Our team worked hard to make sure that we were ready to open our doors to you with enhanced safety procedures & social distancing policies from your arrival to tee times.” Here’s to a great season of golf on the links! Cheers, and … fore! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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In memory of Wayne Buttery With a heavy heart we want to communicate the passing of our Artistic Director, Wayne Buttery, the Gentleman of Blues. His legacy, his kindness and his passion for the Blues will never be forgotten. We will treasure the laughs, the great music from his guitar and his voice, and the true drive to make our festival grow. We will smile when we think of Wayne because he had a heart of gold and was always a gentleman. Our Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival Crew and volunteers will miss him tremendously and send the deepest condolences to his family and friends. Wayne was a respected and beloved part of the Blues community in the region and in Ontario. His music and talent will be forever in the memory of those how knew him. Submitted by: Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival

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Cancer Chat Hey Georgian Life readers, with summer upon us it’s time to enjoy the sun, go for a walk or hike, or get the bikes out and go for a ride. It’s time to get moving! Everyone has heard about the benefits of exercise: the shopping list reads exercise helps fight obesity, protects against cardiovascular issues, improves heart and immune function, helps stabilize diabetes, and reduces depression and anxiety. Now, developing studies are emerging that suggest exercise is beneficial to people with cancer and recovering from cancer treatment. Dr. Karol Sikora, a British oncologist and leading world authority on cancer, mentions “Exercise as cancer therapy” recently published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians as one of his top picks for cancer highlights in 2019. On average, over 600 Canadians are diagnosed with cancer every day! Even more shocking, two thirds of people living with cancer are completely inactive and give up on exercise. Dr. Sikora writes, “Cancer patients become overweight, they do less, and this is not good.” The report, co-authored by a global coalition of 40 leaders from 17 organizations, spearheaded by the American College of Sports Medicine, published exercise recommendations for patients living with and beyond cancer. The report cites peer reviewed evidence from the American Cancer Society, Cancer Care Ontario, and the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia that exercise is associated with a lower risk of developing cancer and improved survival after a cancer diagnosis. In summary, the scientific evidence supports exercise, and clinicians generally agree that patients should be exercising throughout their cancer therapy and survivorship. The report continues with an outline for clinical oncologists to refer patients into an exercise regime. The authors describe an assess-advise-refer algorithm with two easy questions for the patient: 1. How many days during the past week have you performed physical activity where your heart beats faster and your breathing is harder than normal for 30 minutes or more? 2. How many days during the past week have you performed physical activity to increase muscle strength? Based on how the questions are answered, the physician can assess if the patient would be safe exercising without medical supervision, and advice the patient into exercise therapy performing activities such as walking, hiking, cycling and weight lifting or refer the patient to follow up with a rehabilitation healthcare professional for further evaluation. If you are capable of safe physical exercise without medical supervision, clinicians advise moderate intensity aerobic exercise for up to 30 minutes three times a week and resistance exercise two times a week for 20-30 minutes.

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The lead author, Dr. Kathryn Schmitz of Penn State Cancer Institute claims about exercise, “A drug with similar benefit would likely be prescribed broadly.” The author argues, “Exercise prescriptions should now be standard of care for all appropriate oncology patients and physical activity should become a vital sign, similar to blood pressure, recorded at each patient visit.” For years, the cardiac community has recognized the benefits of exercise in cardiac rehabilitation. Cardiac rehabilitation involves improving cardiovascular fitness through physical activity including low impact activities at least three times a week. Cardiac research shows that exercise is as good as many drugs in adjuvant therapy, but although programs exist for networked cardiac rehabilitation the same programs do not exist for cancer patients. The benefits of exercise from a well-designed exercise plan are able to reduce side effects associated with cancer treatment such as fatigue, neuropathy, osteoporosis and nausea. For cancer survivors, exercise has been shown to decrease the amount of time in hospital, makes treatment more effective at destroying tumor cells thus reducing relative risk of cancer recurrence and mortality. Importantly for all of us, exercise will keep you independent, mobile and improves quality of life. Like I said Georgian Life readers, enjoy the summer, it’s time to get moving! Submitted by: Dr. Oliver Kent, Scientific Associate and cancer researcher at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Do you have an idea or question you would like to read about in the Cancer Chat? Email (kent.uhn@gmail.com) or text (416-707-6546) and let me know!

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First GTHS In-House Rabies & Microchipping Clinic Helps 24 Pets On July 20th, the Georgian Triangle Humane Society held its very first on-site Rabies & Microchipping Clinic. In total, 24 pets from around South Georgian Bay received a rabies vaccination, a microchip, or both. The Rabies vaccine was priced at $20, while microchipping cost $25; providing accessible pet services to our community members and their beloved pets. Those in attendance were grateful for this accessible service. Thank you to 24PetWatch for generously donating microchips for this clinic. The next Rabies & Microchipping Clinic takes place on Monday, August 17th from 5pm-7pm. To learn more and to register, visit www.gths.ca/rabies-microchip-clinic The GTHS will also be hosting Cat Neuter Days offering cat neuters for the subsidized price of $50. This event is open to financially limited pet owners, humane societies and animal rescue organizations. The scheduled dates are July 23, July 30, August 20 and August 27 at the GTHS Animal Centre in Collingwood. To find out more information and/or to book your spot, visit www.gths.ca/cat-neuter-days/. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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Strolling the Simcoe Street Art District on a sunny summer Saturday The Town of Collingwood initiated a pedestrian walkway pilot project on Simcoe Street between Hurontario Street and Ste. Marie Street and also Simcoe Street between Ste. Marie Street and St. Paul Street on Saturday, July 25th, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM to allow for additional space for pedestrians, cyclists, and business owners to offer their goods for sale or expand a patio. After the stresses of the past few months, it was refreshing to see people out strolling the Art District visiting with local artists and artisans and enjoying a meal and drinks on the patios. People were for the most part respectful of others and followed the appropriate health and safety protocols in place. Let’s hope that the Town of Collingwood decides to extend this pilot project through the rest of the summer and into the fall. I think we all need it! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

How to find a tutor for your child It is still unknown (at time of print) whether students will return to school full-time this fall or parents will need to embrace online learning at home. In either case it may be helpful, or necessary to seek some help for you child/children. Tutors provide an invaluable service to students across the globe. A review of 50 years of academic research into student performance by CollegeXpress revealed that the demand for private tutoring is on a massive rise and the global market was projected to pass $102.8 billion by 2018.

by schools also may provide curriculum-specific tutoring that aligns directly with what students are being taught in the classroom. Schools also may have information about local private tutors and tutoring firms, so parents should not hesitate to contact their children’s school.

Students at all grade levels utilize tutors and studies have shown that tutoring can lift average students to the top two percent. For high achievers, tutoring has shown to improve scores across all grade levels. A 2009 study from researchers at California’s Chabot College Office of Institutional Research found that tutored students had higher pass rates on average than non-tutored students in every class examined. Those classes included anatomy, biology, business, and chemistry. One study published in the American Journal of Physics found that human tutoring can result in classroom test scores that are 35 percent higher than software-driven tutoring.

3. Contact local community organizations that may offer free or low-cost tutoring programs to members or even non-members. Parents are urged to consider these programs, as they may be staffed by local college students including undergraduates and postgraduates. When speaking with local organizations, ask how they choose their tutors and inquire about the educational backgrounds of those tutors. 4. Consider online tutoring services. Online tutoring services are another option, and one that can be especially valuable for families that live in remote or rural areas where in-person access to tutors may be hard to find. Search the internet for online tutoring services, making sure to read reviews and even request testimonials from past clients before signing up.

Such results have understandably made many parents true believers in the power of tutoring. Parents who want their children to work with tutors but don’t know where to find one can try these strategies. . 1. Contact your child’s school. Many schools offer free tutoring programs that can provide the one-on-one attention students need to better understand their lessons. After-school tutoring programs offered

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5. The Ontario government also offers tutoring services for students. Visit http://edu.gov.on.ca/ eng/students/tutoring.html to learn about the various tutoring options for students such as Homework Help, a free, math tutoring program by certified Ontario teachers available to students in Grades 7 to 10, and Ontario Focused Intervention Partnership (OFIP) Tutoring that helps students in Grades JK to 6 to strengthen their literacy and numeracy skills through after-school tutoring, homework clubs and cultural programs.

Alternative Health Facility at the Collingwood Legion Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) has completed preparations for a 25 bed Alternative Health Facility (AHF), located at the Collingwood Legion. This location will be operationalized upon consultation and approval with Ontario Health in the event the inpatient capacity of the hospital is outstripped during a COVID-19 surge of inpatients. Knowing there are anticipated additional waves of COVID-19 that will likely occur, it is inherent that CGMH be accountable to our community and prepare for a potential sudden surge of COVID-19 cases in South Georgian Bay. Photos: Dave West Photography, Media Release from: Lisa van Kolfschoten, Communications Officer, Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. View these photos and more on www.georgianlife.ca

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These golf terms are par for the course Golf is a game of skill that can be played at any age. People may assume that Canada’s sports-loyalty favours hockey. However, in terms of recreation, golf is king. Canada has the fourth most golf courses of any country in the world, says the National Golf Foundation. Plus, one out of every 10 Canadians play golf, a participation rate that is more than double that of the United States. According to a Maclean’s Magazine article, in 2014 there were an estimated 2,400 golf courses across the country, while Statistics Canada pegged the number of golfers in Canada at about 1.5 million. That’s one course for every 625 players, or 14,500 Canadians - among the highest number per capita in the world. Although golf can be traced back to the Netherlands during the Middle Ages, most people agree that the modern game of golf (played over 18 holes) is a Scottish invention. The popularity of the sport spread throughout the world from Great Britain. The first permanent golf club in North America was founded in 1873 and was named Canada’s Royal Montreal Club. The first 18-hole course in the United States was The Chicago Golf Club.

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Understanding the terminology is key to becoming a full-fledged golf fanatic. While golf lingo is extensive, here is a sampling of some of the more popular terms to get novices started, courtesy of the PGA. Approach: A shot hit towards the green. Attack: The relative angle at which the clubhead approaches the ball at impact. Backswing: The motion that involves the club and every element of the body in taking the club away from the ball. Birdie: A score of one under par on a hole. Bogey: A score of one over par on a hole. Bunker: A hallow comprised of sand or grass that serves as an obstacle. Carry: The distance a ball will fly in the air. Chip: A short approach with a low trajectory. Chunk: A poor shot caused by hitting the turf.Divot: The turf displaced when the club strikes the ball. Downswing: The swing forward from the top of the backswing. Eagle: A score of two under par on a hole. Golf range: A facility where people can practice golf swings. Grip: The positioning of hands on the club. Hole: A round receptacle on the green that the ball is aimed into. Lie: As it relates to the golf ball, the position when it has come to rest. Links: Specific term for a course built on linksland, which is land reclaimed from the ocean. Mulligan: An extra shot taken on a poor first shot. Par: The score an accomplished player is expected to make on a hole, either a three, four or five. Putt: A shot on the green. Stance: The position of the feet.

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Discover the wonder of bees My daughter, Autumn, and I had the pleasure to experience a unique visit to the Buzzing Bush Apiary, a new honey producer located in the heart of the Beaver Valley. Owners, Jocelyn (Joe) and Alain, added the apiary to an existing agribusiness, Artemesia Daylilies, which is a beautiful backdrop to the start of their tours this time of year, as the lilies were in full bloom - there are over 700 varieties! On the beekeeping immersion tour, Jocelyn spends an hour in the barn before heading out to the bee yard (in beekeeping suits of course!) to visit the 20 active, productive honey bee hives, and to learn about the different species of bees, components of the hives, tools and beekeeping equipment. After the tour you are treated to honey sampling and refreshments and you are free to walk around the property to admire the lily and hosta gardens. Bookings are available for seniors, adults and children six years and up. For more information: info@buzzingbushapiary.ca | www.buzzingbushapiary.ca | 416-994-3248 235731 Grey Road 13, Kimberley, Ontario N0C 1G0

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8 things to know before you start beekeeping Beekeeping is fun and rewarding! Let’s make sure you’re on your way to success. 1. Allergies. Let’s get straight into it. Bees don’t enjoy stinging just for the sake of stinging. They’re defending their colony. So, are you allergic to bee venom? The initial swelling – might last a few days at first – is a normal reaction. For us, we’re used to it (although it still pinches when stung!)), having acquired an immunity. 2. Costs. It’s not a cheap hobby to get in. Costs add up quickly, whether for purchasing hives, tools, bees or extraction equipment; those expenses will all be worth it and amortized over a short few years. 3. Number of colonies. While you can start with just one, you might run into problems (for ex. if the queen dies), your colony will slowly decline and you’ll have no way to fix it. By having a second hive, you can pull resources from one to boost the other. 4. Location. A number of municipalities allow for beekeeping in urban areas. But, the rule of thumb in Ontario is that any hive shall be at least 30 m from property lines. 5. Beekeeping goals. Before getting involved in beekeeping, set your own objectives. Do you want to harvest honey? Save the bees? Get wax and propolis? By setting up your own goals, you’ll determine the path to take. 6. Sufficient flora. Are you living in the middle of a floral desert, surrounded by endless acres of nutrient-poor cash crop fields, or in a bucolic valley with millions of flowers? 7. Time commitment. On a weekly basis, you should perform a quick inspection to see where your colonies are at. While some weeks it might take one hour to examine three hives, some others might require more involvement on your part (like during extraction or mite prevention). 8. Equipment. How do you want to keep bees? While the actual hive designs may differ, one thing is for sure: your hives will need to be made with removable frames to allow for inspections. Langstroth, Warré, horizontal, flow hives; the choice is yours. While we could go on and on about the do’s and don’ts, we strongly encourage anyone wishing to get started to join a beekeeping club, find a mentor or get personalized at-home consultations. Please beekeep responsibly! Submitted by: Al and Joe, Owners of Buzzing Bee Apiary info@buzzingbushapiary.ca | www.buzzingbushapiary.ca | 416-994-3248

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Tips for planting fall vegetables Tending to backyard vegetable gardens can fill many hours of enjoyable downtime in the great outdoors. What’s more, the bounty produced by such gardens provides healthy, fresh foods to gardeners and their loved ones. Although spring and summer are widely seen as the peak of gardening season, the mild temperatures of autumn can be a prime time for cultivating vegetables as well. Certain late-season treats like carrots, kale, spinach, and turnips can thrive in fall gardens. Many different foods are quick crops that can go from seed to table in about six weeks. When sown in late summer, these vegetables will be ready to put on the table for autumn feasts. Beets, green onions, broccoli, and cabbages can be planted in mid-summer for fall harvest. Many of these plants can tolerate light frost, which may even help sweeten the vegetables. According to Toronto Master Gardeners, kale planted up to the middle August will yield an excellent harvest in the fall and winter. And, the bonus is that kale is very attractive, making your vegetable garden interesting even as winter approaches. Dwarf Blue, Toscano, Redbor are all beautiful and tasty. A handful of unique factors need to be taken into consideration when planning fall vegetable gardens. • The summertime location of the garden may still be adequate, but be sure to choose a location that gets eight full hours of sunlight per day. • If using an existing garden site, clear out any debris from summer plants and any weeds that have sprouted. If you are planting a new garden, remove any turf before tilling the soil. • Amend the soil with sand, compost, manure fertilizer, and any other nutrients needed depending on the types of vegetables you intend to grow. • Some plants may need a little protection as they grow if temperatures begin to dip. Cover with a blanket, cardboard box or plastic tunnel to insulate. • Remember to water according to the vegetables planted and to keep an eye on readiness for vegetables. Turnips, beets, rutabagas, and carrots can be dug out when the roots are plump and crisp. Vegetable gardens need not cease when the last days of summer vanish. Fall produce is delicious and can be easily planted and harvested even after the first frost. If you are looking for guidance on fall planting, free gardening advice is available across the province by contacting your local group of the Master Gardeners of Ontario, an independent non-profit charitable organization dedicated to helping home gardeners. Master Gardeners are experienced gardeners who have studied horticulture extensively and continue to upgrade their skills through technical training. With this training and continuing education, Master Gardeners provide expert horticultural advice to the general public. Simcoe County Master Gardeners (simcoecountymg.ca) share their passion for gardening with the communities of Blue Mountain, Collingwood, Stayner and Creemore, Wasaga Beach, across to Barrie and Tottenham, and all points in-between.

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Although spring and summer are widely seen as the peak of gardening season, the mild temperatures of autumn can be a prime time for cultivating vegetables as well. Certain late-season treats like carrots, kale, spinach, and turnips can thrive in fall gardens.

How to keep a pet-friendly home clean Pet owners can keep their homes clean regardless of how much dirt their pets track into the house. In 2011, the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association estimated that there were 7.9 million cats and 5.9 million dogs in Canada. An Ipsos Reid survey at the time also indicated that approximately 35 percent of Canadian households had a dog, while 38 percent had a cat. According to the Canadian Animal Health Institute, the dog population has continued to grow while the population of cats has stabilized. In 2018, there were 8.3 million cats considered household pets. Dog population figures for 2018 also increased to 8.2 million. The Canadian dog population is now nearly equal to the cat population for the first time since measures were established in 2004. Dogs, cats and other companion animals can be wonderful to have around, breathing energy into a family. Despite all the advantages pets can bring, they tend to be a little messy. However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to have a pet and maintain a clean home. The following tips can help homeowners maintain a healthy and petfriendly home. Manage pet fur. One of the persistent issues pet parents face is fur. Grooming the pet regularly (preferably outdoors) will help tame some of its fur. Covering sofas and other places where pets like to lounge with a sheet or cover can contain some of the fur and it can be shaken off outdoors or laundered regularly. Upgrade your vacuum. You’ll need a vacuum with strong suction to pick up fur, dirt, dander, feathers, birdseed, and any other debris that can accumulate thanks to our pets. A vacuum with a good brush action also can dig deep into carpets and upholstery to clean thoroughly, say the experts at House Beautiful magazine. Pause for paws at the door. Keep a small container of water and a hand towel by the front door. When returning from walks, dip the dog’s paws into the water and dry before entering the house. This keeps dirt (and salt in the winter) from being a nuisance. Get the right cleanser. Pet owners must contend with accidents. Look for an enzymatic cleanser that will treat stains and odors so that pets do not return to the soiled area again and again, thinking this is an acceptable potty location, says Modern Dog magazine. Test an area of the carpet or floor being treated for colorfastness before applying. Address accidents promptly.

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Choose the right upholstery. According to Martha Stewart Living, look for top-grain, semi-aniline leathers, as scratches are disguised on such pieces. In terms of fabric, microfiber or microsuede are better suited to pets because the fabric is tightly woven and may be more resistant to fur and soiling. Launder pet items. Frequently wash bedding and other belongings that pets use. This will help tame indoor odors. Keep nails neat. Clipping dog, cat and other small animals’ nails may help avoid scratches on furniture and floors. If you do not feel comfortable doing it, take the animal to a groomer.

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Laundry room renovations you’ll love Does it seem like your hamper is always full and the washing machine is running constantly? You may not be imagining it. Natural Resources Canada says the average family does approximately seven loads of laundry each week. That amounts to a lot of hot water, a lot of energy and a lot of money. Families with children at home are doing laundry most often, and those with pets may find there is ample laundry to wash as well.

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With so much laundry being generated, homeowners may want to consider paying extra attention to the space where their clothing is being cleansed. Laundry room renovations may not top a homeowners’ priority list, but it may be time to give these rooms another look. Assess your equipment If your appliances are aging, a laundry room renovation can start with an investment in new appliances. New models have large capacity loads and could have innovative features that help fit with your laundry lifestyle. Energy Star qualified clothes washers help you save money on utility bills by using 59 percent less energy than those that meet Canada’s minimum energy efficiency standard and 35 to 50 percent less water than conventional models. And they get your clothes just as clean! Purchasing front-loading models can free up design space, as you can install a counter directly above the units, saving room for other items like drying racks. Figure out your room needs Canada’s favourite handyman, Mike Holmes, suggests that when planning a laundry room reno, you should think about the way you do your laundry. Do you wash, dry, fold and hang things right in the laundry room, or do you dump the clothes onto your couch and fold while watching Holmes + Holmes? Moreover, a laundry room need not be limited to laundry only. Many homeowners make large laundry rooms catch-all spaces that can serve as utility or mud rooms, pantry overflows, or off-season storage areas. Consider the functions you want the room to serve and include those ideas in your designs. Add some natural light If possible, include a window in your laundry room. Natural light can help make the room more enjoyable. It also can help you identify stains on clothes that need to be addressed and make it easier to fold matching items like socks. Think about a utility sink

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Many washing machines drain out directly to waste pipes in the floor or wall, but you also can opt to have them empty into a utility sink. This sink also provides a convenient place to hand wash items, clean tools or paint brushes, or anything that you do not want to bring into a bathroom or kitchen sink. Include some flair

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This utilitarian space need not be boring or bereft of design elements. Mirror your home’s style in the laundry room, and include wall hangings, plants, accent items, and even task lighting. Play up certain features with a bold floor tile or brightly colored walls.

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Household items that can be reused “Reuse, reduce, recycle” is a mantra used by many eco-conscious individuals. It’s not just a way to conserve energy and natural resources, but reducing, reusing and recycling can also be an effective means to save money. You may recycle items on a daily basis, but you likely have many other items around the house that you can reuse and repurpose. By doing so, everyone can help reduce the amount of trash sent to landfills and help conserve resources used to manufacture new products. The following are some common household items that can be reused.

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Containers: Glass jars and coffee cans are two examples of containers that don’t have to be discarded once the pasta sauce or coffee grains have been used up. Foodies who like to make their own sauces or spreads can repurpose pasta sauce jars into storage for their homemade foods, while coffee cans may be upcycled in a variety of ways for organization and storage. There are endless crafty repurposing ideas for empty containers available online. Plastic milk jugs/water bottles: Don’t just toss the bottle when you’re finished. Gardeners can turn gallon milk jugs into watering cans for their gardens or create a scooper from the empty carton. Whenever you need to melt ice on your steps, dig in the garden or clean up after your dog, just scoop and toss. Water bottles can be reused to water indoor plants or make plastic bottle cases to hold pens and coloring supplies at home. Impress your kids with your sustainable efforts. Takeout containers: Canadians produce about 3.3 million tonnes of plastic waste every year – equivalent to the weight of 25 CN towers. But plastic takeout containers need not be used once and discarded. Those that are sturdy and stackable are great for storing leftovers and travel snacks. They’re also handy in the pantry for storing dry goods such as beans and grains. Many such containers are microwave and dishwasher safe but that doesn’t mean you can use them like regular ceramic or glass, or subject them to super high heat. If you wash them in your dishwasher, they should go on the top rack only. Toothbrushes: An old toothbrush is surprisingly useful for a lot more than just cleaning your teeth. In lieu of discarding your toothbrush once it’s no longer effective, repurpose it as a tool for cleaning small items or hard-to-reach spots. Toothbrushes can be used to spot clean fabric stains, between the keys of your computer keyboard, for jewelry, to clean around toilets or to scrub grime between bathroom and kitchen sink fixtures or tiles. Many inexpensive items that people are accustomed to discarding can be reused and repurposed, which can help remove garbage from landfills and reduce the amount of plastics that find their way into the world’s oceans

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Grass that is greener than green coupled with perfectly manicured shrubs set the tone for impressive curb appeal. Creating such landscapes requires hard work, and while doing such work, homeowners may find they have to contend with certain issues that are adversely affecting their lawns and gardens. Wetness in a landscape is one problem many homeowners encounter. Wet areas in a lawn not only become muddy and messy, but they also can cause permanent damage to the grass. Puddles can kill the roots, while wet spots can freeze and damage the lawn. Particularly problematic spots can remain soggy for days, while some people find their yards are seemingly always wet. Wet spots can be caused by various factors. Compacted soil may prohibit adequate drainage, as can heavy clay or less porous soil materials. Landscape grading issues may be another concern. Neighbors who have home downspouts that extend into their yards may be pushing roof water into other areas, contributing to puddles and problems. Understanding what is causing the issue makes it easier to treat. Heavy, compacted soil can be aerated and amended with sand and compost. Tilling the soil and mixing in these soil additions may help prevent further drainage issues. Homeowners may need to have their property professionally re-graded to alleviate wet issues. Otherwise, the installation of a drainage system may be necessary. An underground trench or pipe can redirect water from wet areas to sewers. (Check with your local municipality about the legality of draining water properly.) Another potential solution is to build up low-lying areas that collect water with soil. According to Landscape Ontario, garden sites that remain wet throughout the year demand the use of moisture-tolerant or even moisture-dependant species. Plant material that enjoy wet soil include shade trees such as Pin oak and Red maple, shrubs including Chokeberry, Pussy willow and Witherod. Many varieties of ferns will thrive in boggy soil and some hardy perennials, such as Monkshood, Lady’s mantle and Goat’s beard are all moisture tolerant and provide greater choice for poolside or boggy plantings. Water issues in a landscape can be a tough nut to crack. But, identifying the problem can help homeowners resolve soggy lawns and landscapes.

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Compost is part of the circle of life in gardens The season for growing fresh fruits and vegetables right in your backyard is upon us. Warm weather breathes life into fresh berries, tomatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, and many other delectable fruits and vegetables. The bounty of your home garden can be made more abundant and fruitful with the addition of the right soil amendments. Compost is a key element of rich, nutritious soil. Scraps from items that have been grown in your garden can then be used in the production of compost that feeds that same garden. It’s a continuous circle of garden life.

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Composters can be enclosed bins that help contain odour and camouflage the compost. These are available at most hardware stores and garden centres. Some people opt for an open compost pile in their garden. Either way, the Canadian Wildlife Federation suggests it’s possible to have your composter anywhere in the garden and still get good compost.

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Getting started with composting for your garden is relatively easy. Homeowners should choose an outdoor space near the garden but far away from the home so that it won’t be disturbed by children or animals. There are many styles for composting, but all follow a basic principle of putting organic material in a pile and allowing it to decompose.

The next step is to start gathering scraps and materials that will go into your compost. Keeping a bucket or bin in the kitchen to accumulate kitchen scraps keeps composting simple. Here are some kitchen-related items that can go into your compost material: • Eggshells • Fruit peels • Vegetable peels and scraps • Coffee grounds • Shredded newspaper

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Residential composting also reduces the amount of waste shipped to landfill, and reduces the amount of greenhouse gas emissions formed from organic material decomposing in these landfills. Composting by Canadian households has increased over the years, according to Statistics Canada. Many households participate in a curbside collection system while others compost their kitchen waste using a compost bin or pile.

Compost will not only add nutrients to garden soil, but also it can help insulate plants and may prevent some weed growth. It is a good idea to start a compost pile as a free source of nutrition for plants and a method to reduce food waste in an environmentally sound way. Evergreen Brick Works, Canada’s first largescale community environmental centre provides an excellent guide to backyard composting. Visit www.evergreen.ca to download their free PDF.

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Run your air conditioner without wasting energy Air conditioners can keep people safe during summer, and there are ways to use them and still conserve energy. Few of us can make it through the summer without turning on the air conditioner, yet some people who are concerned about the environment and conserving energy may try to limit their use. But doing so on very hot days can be challenging and potentially even deadly. An emerging concern for Canadians is the health risks from extreme heat events, often called “heat waves”. A study released by Toronto Public Health and Environment Canada predicts heat-related deaths will climb to about 240 persons per year by 2050 as a consequence of extreme heat events that involve high temperatures and sometimes high humidity.

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According to Health Canada, heat illnesses can affect you quickly, and can lead to long-term health problems and even death. Reducing energy consumption during summer is a noble pursuit, but people should not jeopardize their health in an effort to conserve energy. Air conditioners might not be the most eco-friendly appliances, but there are ways to run them without wasting energy. 1. Use a window air conditioner or a zoned system overnight. Central air conditioners are more efficient than room air conditioners, which are typically installed in windows. But, central air conditioning systems may be cooling empty rooms. Homeowners who can afford to install a zoned system may rest easier knowing they are only paying to cool certain parts of their homes overnight. Zoned systems come equipped with programmable thermostats that you can adjust when you go to bed, ensuring that you won’t be cooling empty living rooms and basements. 2. Have units serviced before the hot weather begins. Well-maintained central air conditioners will work more efficiently. Routine maintenance of your system will ensure that it isn’t working harder, and therefore consuming more energy than necessary to cool your home. 3. Let fans and air conditioners work together to circulate cool air throughout your home. Hydro One claims that using a ceiling fan allows you to raise your thermostat by 4°C without affecting comfort. Set blades to run in a counter-clockwise direction to circulate cool air downwards. While fans don’t actually lower the temperature of a room, they make it feel cooler by taking a bite out of the humidity. By running fans and air conditioners at the same, air conditioners won’t have to be run as long or as hard as if no fans were turned on. 4. Conserve energy in other ways. Because the dangers of heat stroke and heat exhaustion are so considerable, individuals should never keep their air conditioners turned off on hot days simply to conserve energy. Finding alternatives to conserve energy can be just as effective and won’t put your health at risk. Unplug appliances that are not being used and prepare cold meals so ovens that can make home interiors feel hotter won’t need to be turned on. Take advantage of longer daylight hours in summer and keep lights off until the sun goes down. These are safe ways to conserve energy on hot days.

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Power washing tips for your home Power washing, also known as pressure washing, utilizes a high-velocity water spray to remove dirt and residue from the exterior surfaces of a home. It is frequently used on vinyl siding, concrete and sometimes on wood decks to treat mildew and other growth that accumulates over time. Power washing can be a great way to remove grime without having to scrub by hand. But, it requires a delicate touch to get it right. Sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to leave the job to professionals. However, homeowners willing to give it a go can try power washing themselves, as various stores rent power washers. The home improvement website ImproveNet says that, until very recently, pressure washers were almost exclusively commercial machines sold to professionals or rented to do-it-yourselfers. Lately manufacturers have targeted homeowners looking to buy lightweight options. For those who see power washing as a routine venture, purchasing a unit may be worth the investment.

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