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Cultural icon Aunt Julia continues to shine

The oldest living Caymanian, will be celebrating her 105th birthday this Saturday, 25 January

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Chamber still batting for Sunday trading

Taste of Cayman promises bigger and better delights

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Chamber commends government for interest payment savings

President of the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce Johann Moxam has lauded Minister of Finance Hon Marco Archer for saving the government some $6 million that would have gone to interest payments over the next 10 years.

“The Chamber of Commerce supports initiatives that save money and allow for the efficient and costeffective delivery of government services,” Mr Moxam noted in a press statement. “The Chamber of Commerce is currently working with the Deputy Governor's office on Phase V of the review of public services entitled ‘Cutting Red Tape/ Digital by Default’," the statement added.

Recently, government announced that it had negotiated lower fixed term interest rates for five of government's existing loans

Hon Marco Archer, Minister of Finance.

held with a local commercial bank that totalled CI$88.4 million.

"Minister Archer and his staff deserve praise and commendation for saving the public purse more than $6 million over the next 10 years in loan repayments. This is a significant achievement and demonstrates his ministry's

Johann Moxam, President of the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce.

commitment to reduce its operational costs. While more work needs to be done to reduce the cost of government and to determine which services can be delivered by the private sector, Minister Archer's action should be used as an example for other

ministries to follow. Every aspect of government must be evaluated to determine if the services that are provided can be delivered more cost-effectively by government or privatised entirely. There is need for a proper performance system to ensure that each ministry, department and agency of government is getting value for money from its employees," said Mr Moxam, speaking on behalf of the Chamber Council.

"The Chamber has actively participated in each step of the government reform process to date which has led to millions of dollars in savings. It is a role that we embrace enthusiastically with the ultimate goal of reducing the operational costs and improving service and efficiencies so the Government can ultimately pass on the savings to the business sector

by way of lower fees and duties," he added.

The statement noted that the Chamber had met with Education, Employment and Gender Affairs Minister Hon Tara Rivers last week and would meet with Financial Services, Commerce and Environment Minister Hon Wayne Panton and Director of Commerce and Investment Mr Ryan Rajkumarsingh this week to discuss small business and commerce matters in an effort to develop a proactive action agenda to address items of mutual concern and interest.

Mr Archer told Cayman Reporter that he was encouraged by the feedback from the Chamber.

“I am happy for the good news,” he stated in an email.

Leader of the Opposition Hon McKeeva Bush weighed in

on the matter and stated that he was very pleased that the Minister of Finance continued with the initiative which started under his leadership to reduce the interest payment burden that was created by the previous PPM government from 2005-2009.

"While I would have liked to see a process that gave other lending institutions an opportunity to bid on this small piece of government debt, I am nonetheless pleased that the government undertook this initiative, which will build on the surplus that was left behind.

The focus now should be to look at lowering the interest payment on the remainder of the debt, growing the economy, reducing the cost of living, and working with all stakeholders to get Caymanians back to work," Mr Bush said.

Chamber still batting for Sunday trading The Chamber of Commerce continues its push for Sunday trading and daylight saving time to be implemented in the Cayman Islands.

Chamber President Johann Moxam told The Cayman Reporter that his team would meet with government officials this week to discuss these matters.

This follows a recent Chamber membership online survey that reconfirmed majority support for the introduction of Sunday trading and daylight saving time in the Cayman Islands. “The results of the survey completed in late 2013 and two previous surveys conducted in 1999 and 2005 will be among the agenda items shared and discussed with the Minister of Commerce the Hon Wayne Panton and Mr Ryan Rajkumarsingh, Director of the Department of Commerce and Investment during a meeting with representatives from the Chamber

Johann Moxam, President of the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce.

of Commerce Council.

“The Chamber leadership will also discuss the development of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry and the Department of Commerce and Investment,” Mr Moxam told Cayman Reporter in an email.

“Whether or not to allow all licensed businesses to open

on Sunday if they wish and introducing Daylight Savings Time (DST) for the Cayman Islands are matters that have been discussed and debated in the Cayman Islands for more than two decades. The Chamber has conducted three membership surveys on Sunday Trading in 1999 (when Executive Council

took the policy decision not to allow cruise ships to arrive on Sunday), in 2005 and most recently in November 2013.

The majority of the member businesses that responded to each of these surveys supported the ability for all businesses to open on Sunday if they wish, although the specific terms of opening on Sunday were not confirmed or considered in the survey,” he told Cayman Reporter in an email.

Currently, 19 categories of businesses are allowed to open on Sunday. These include drug stores and dispensaries; restaurants, hotels and lodging houses; establishments that sell motor fuel or oils; motor vehicle repair shops or service stations; establishments selling bread, ice, ice cream, non-alcoholic beverages, milk, newspapers, bottled water and water in bulk; establishments governed by any law in force in the islands

regulating the sale of intoxicating liquor; establishments approved by the Governor-in-Council by publication in the Gazette for the sale of duty-free goods; establishments concerned in watersports or sightseeing attractions; establishments in a hotel that sell souvenir items, toiletries and medical supplies; establishments that sell funeral caskets or flowers; establishments that sell victuals stores or other necessaries required for a ship or aircraft on arrival at or immediately before departure from a port or airport in the islands; hairdressing and beauty salons; airline and shipping offices; establishments carrying on retail business at an airport; establishments concerned in the rental of motorcars, motorcycles or bicycles or in the rental or charter of boats; establishments engaged in the sale or supply of toiletries; establishments engaged in the

sale or supply of baby products (other than clothing or toys), among others.

All other businesses, especially supermarkets, are not allowed to operate.

Mr Moxam did not discuss what, if any losses to the economy have been determined due to lack of trade on Sundays.

Introducing Daylight Savings Time for the Cayman Islands was another question posed to the membership in the most recent survey.

“The majority of members stated their support for adopting Daylight Savings Time and stated specific benefits for retail establishments, financial institutions and the tourism sector. By introducing DST the Cayman Islands would follow the same time changes as the Eastern United States,” said Mr Moxam.

Auditor General raises red flag on government entities Auditor General Alastair Swarbrick has said that there are compliance issues with following the complexity of the Public Management and Finance Law and the Public Service Management Law, which are at times overridden because of weaknesses in policies and practices for the administration of public resources.

Addressing press conference this past Wednesday, Mr Swarbrick said that the current framework is overly complex and some aspects of governance were difficult to implement, because of the size and nature of the Cayman Islands government.

The AG made public five reports that addressed governance from four different perspectives, while the fifth provided descriptions of the key messages included in the reports he made public.

On good governance, Mr

Auditor General Alastair Swarbrick addresses the press at Government Administration Building on Wednesday, 22 January.

Swarbrick said the audit reports of several statutory authorities and government companies (SAGCs) had issues.

“There are many definitions (of good governance), but the core elements are consistent. The key and interlinked components include respect for the rule of law, underpinned by an independent judiciary; transparency, with

decisions taken and seen to be taken in line with defined and agreed rules and regulations; and accountability, with institutions such as the legislature, but also the private sector and civil society accountable to the public and to their institutional shareholders for their actions. Good governance matters because it is the basic foundation for a successful, prosperous, well-ordered and sustainable society," he stated.

He observed that the civil service was willing to work towards good governance.

“We are pleased to say that we have had good discussions on these reports with the Deputy Governor and his team, and that he has provided a comprehensive response to the recommendations in the two audit reports. While we believe that more can be done, looking ahead, we are pleased to report that the government is taking steps to address the concerns

raised in our reports and these will certainly go a long way to improving governance in the Cayman Islands Government “Good governance provides a clear roadmap for how a country is governed, including its economic policies and regulatory framework, as well as adherence to the rule of law. In my reports, I talk about how the lack of good governance can lead to corruption and the abuse of public authority or trust, for private benefit. As we all know, corruption undermines the public’s trust in its government.

It also threatens market integrity, distorts competition and endangers economic development," Mr Swarbrick stated.

He noted that “good governance leads to good management, good performance, good stewardship of public money, good public engagement, and ultimately, good outcomes.”

The AG said that the

constitution and legislation generally provide a sound governance framework for the Cayman Islands Government.

“Good governance is supposed to focus the government’s decisions on the achievement of results. We found that the policies and practices of the government focus instead on activities, leaving the achievement of outcomes and results at risk.

"Goodgovernancerequiresthat rolesandresponsibilitiesofpoliticians, boardmembersandadministrative staffarewellunderstoodandfollow the framework in place. Our audit work found that the roles and responsibilitiesofthevariousplayers werenotalwayswellunderstoodand respected in practice," he stated.

He recommended that a strong culture of ethics and values be reinforced by a solid management framework.

“We found that while there are good elements implemented like a code of conduct, a set of public

service values and seminars, there is a lack of consistent action to ensure ethics and values are embedded and continuously reinforced.

“With 26 entities reporting to core government and a sizable part of how government delivers services to residents, SAGCs need to be accountable for their results.

We found that government has yet toimplementaneffectivemeansto holdtheseentitiestoaccountfortheir results," Mr Swarbrick said.

He noted that governance practices varied among SAGCs. "Whilst we report a number of examples of good practice, we identifiedmanypracticeswhichwere weakanddidnotreflectreasonable governancepracticesforthesetypes ofentities,leadingtoincreasedrisks that SAGCs are not able to achieve theresultsandoutcomesthatwould be expected of them," he reported.

Also present at the press conference was Audit Principal in the AG’s office Martin Ruben.

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At 105, cultural icon Aunt Julia continues to shine Julia Almeria Hydes, the oldest living Caymanian, will be celebrating her 105th birthday this Saturday, 25 January. Aunt Julia, as she is affectionately known, was born the youngest of 12 children on 25 January 1909 in West Bay, Grand Cayman.

In an interview with The Cayman Reporter, Aunt Julia’s son, Lewie Ceato Hydes echoed one of his mother’s truisms. “Mama always says age is just a number and hard work doesn’t kill anyone.”

She was formally educated until age 15 at Ada Cato’s and Teacher Redley’s all-age schools in West Bay. After leaving school, she assisted her mother and other relatives in “cutting tops” along the coast between West Bay and South Sound. She recalled that, although the journeys were long and it was

hard work to cut tops, plait thatch baskets and make thatch rope, it was a time of fun, laughter and the discovery of music.

Aunt Julia is an intuitive musician. She remembered the time she was encouraged to play a home-made drum by her cousin, master fiddler, Leighton “Duxie” Ebanks. “When I held the sticks, made of the local guava wood," she said, “I felt a great sense of joy. My love for music has continued ever since. I never had any lessons. I just watched, paid attention and made up my own style of drumming.”

She was soon touring the districts of Cayman with fiddlers and musicians, Duxie, Boyd Hydes, Radley Gourzong, Cleveland Ebanks and others, playing Cayman’s folk music, mainly for kitchen dances, weddings and Christmas celebrations, and

enjoying a twirl or two whenever she could get someone to take her place on the drum. These sessions popularised Cayman’s folk music and helped Aunt Julia discover a second talent – composing her own songs about everyday events and people.

From early childhood she attended the Wesleyan Holiness Church, formerly known as the Pilgrim Holiness Church, in West Bay.Shestatedthatformanyofher adultyearsshebecamea“wayward” personbutinhermid-70sshewas“reclaimed”andagainbegantoattend churchregularly.Sheenjoyedsinging gospel music, especially ‘choruses’, playing the drum, tambourine, making rhythms using a grater or just clapping her hands.

She has received many awards for her contributions to music and culture in the Cayman Islands,

Aunt Julia playing at the Harqual Theatre.

including the Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) Award for pioneering work in cultural heritage as well as the

Certificate and Badge of Honour in 1996.

Aunt Julia’s family members are planning to celebrate her birthday

at the Harquail Theatre from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.

The public is invited to wish the centenarian a happy 105th.

Aunt Julia teaches a youngster to play the drum as Randy Chollette (left) and Henry Muttoo (right) look on.

Aunt Julia with Ellen Peguero.

Heroes Day celebrations honour cultural pioneers National Heroes Day celebrations will honour the achievements, traditions and people of the Cayman Islands at Heroes Square in the heart of George Town on Monday, 27 January 2014, a public holiday.

“On this day, we come together annually to mark the accomplishmentsandcontributions ofdeservingCaymaniansfromall walksoflifetotheCaymanIslands community,” Minister of Health, Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon Osbourne Bodden, said. “This year,wepayaspecialtributetoour cultural heritage pioneers and we honour persons who have made significantcontributionstotheongoingdevelopmentoftheCayman Islands,” he added.

The cultural heritage honourees were chosen from nominations sent in by their peers in response to an open nomination process, Chief Officer Ms Jennifer Ahearn, explained. These honours will be made under the categories of Early Pioneer, Pioneer, Emerging Pioneer, Memorial Scroll and Long Service Award.

Differentiating between the terms culture and cultural heritage, she noted that cultural heritage is defined in dictionaries as relating to the culture, arts and intellectual achievements to the Cayman Islands community. Cayman Islands’ culture refers to the arts, crafts and all other manifestations of intellectual achievements of its people viewed collectively as well as the customs, ideas and social behaviour of the people, she said.

Additionally this year, citations for bravery will be presented to five individuals for their “exceptional courage in keeping the Cayman Islands community safe for all citizens,” Protocol Coordinator Meloney Syms outlined.

AlsoCaymanIslands’National Heroes will be recognised, reminding the people about the multi-faceted contributions of the eight stalwarts: Hon James (Jim) Manoah Bodden; Hon Sybil Ione McLaughlin, MBE, JP; Hon. Thomas William Farrington, CBE, JP; Hon Sybil Joyce Hylton, MBE; Hon Ormond L. Panton, OBE, Hon Desmond V. Watler, CBE; Hon Mary Evelyn Wood, Cert. Hon. and Hon William

Warren Connolly, OBE, JP. Laying of wreaths and a moment’s silence will be observed to commemorate deceased heroes and the country’s nation builders.

Highpoints of this year’s celebrations include a walkpast by school children waving flags, songs by a youth choir and Cayman Folk Singers, a performance by Mrs Nasaria Suckoo-Chollette as well as a parade comprising the RCIPS band and detachments of RCIPS, Fire Service, Prison Service, Cadet Corps, Girls Brigade, Scouts, Cub Scouts and Seventh Day Adventists Pathfinders.

Afterthecelebrations,cultural heritage displays in the Town Hall, live entertainment and free refreshmentsintheGeorgeTown PublicLibrarycarparkfollow,Ms Syms concluded. The event at Heroes Square starts at 9:00 a.m., with all invited guests asked to be seatedby8.30a.m.Intheeventof rain,thecelebrationsmovetoFirst Baptist Church on Crewe Road (oppositetheLionsCentre)starting at10:00a.m.,withallinviteestobe seatedby9.30a.m.Thedresscode is business attire.

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Grouper Moon Project shows big drop in numbers at spawning site

In late January and early February, and possibly March this year, which is known as a split moon year, the Nassau Grouper will gather at a protected spawning site just off the west end of Little Cayman. A group of marine scientists and researchers of the Grouper Moon Project, inclusive of Brice Semmens, Christy Pattengill-Semmens, other researchers and staff from the Department of Environment, are now on Little Cayman observing these activities, keeping up a tradition that has gone on for over a decade.

This project is a collaboration of the Cayman Islands Department of Environment and Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF), a marine conservation organisation,

with the support of Southern Cross Club, its staff and owner Peter Hillenbrand. Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund, which sponsors science and education on endangered species and wildlife ecosystems that are threatened has sponsored the live underwater and on land feeds from Little Cayman to schools across the Cayman Islands, enabling students to interact with the scientists and get answers to their questions about the Nassau Grouper.

On one of their video links, the scientists informed the students that this month they observed some 500-600 groupers. These numbers are much lower than the usual 3,000-4,000 seen in previous years. They noted the reason for this is that the water has been five degrees warmer than

usual for this time of year.

Stating that the water temperature prior to this past week’s cool down saw the temperature between 82 and 83 degrees Fahrenheit, but the water is now around 78 degrees, which is closer to where it needs be for the groupers to spawn, the scientists noted.

They spoke about a typical day for the project and displayed their equipment online for the students, explaining their use in the study of the Nassau Grouper, including information on how they measure the fish.

Students learnt that more fish is expected to spawn next month and the scientists are expecting to see more fish this year than last year.

In response to a student’s inquiry, they revealed that even though the groupers stay at the

aggregation site for about seven to 10 days, they spawn only once per year over three to four days. The scientists explained that though millions of eggs are released at a time, very few make it to adulthood. The students were also informed that there are no documented cases of the grouper moving between islands.

One of the interactive classes that lasted for approximately one hour was done as a live underwater feed at a depth of about 80 to 90 feet at the aggregation site. However, with the weather making currents in that area dangerous and high seas preventing the boat from leaving the shore, the scientists had to opt for alternative locations at times to conduct these classes and sites varied from on shore to diving the Bloody Bay Wall.

The 2014 Grouper Moon Project is in full swing. PHOTO: REEF

A Nassau Grouper off Point of Sand Little Cayman. PHOTO: BettyX1138(flickr)

This Nassau Grouper loves the camera PHOTO: RX13(Flickr)

The Cayman Brac Junior Achievement company Keylosity had a successful 2013, with an average of 80 per cent of stock sold at every sale. With high demand for their coconut lamps over the Christmas period stocks were

Achievers have been busy with sales and production as they look to complete their 2014 orders. They held their first sale of the year at The Brac Reef Resort last weekend.

Even though the function scheduled to be held outside

Bumper Christmas sales for Brac Junior Achievement company depleted, leaving the group to produce more items to fill their 2104 orders.

Speaking to Cayman Reporter, Lead Advisor Mr Alphanso Gayle raved at the team’s hard work, which was rewarded with success at every

Achievers working hard to complete production process.

sale they organised. He was elated at the support received from the community, both in Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman. He stated that at one of their organised sales, the entire stock sold out.

Already in 2014, the Junior

was cancelled due to inclement weather, the achievers carried on with the planned sale and were rewarded with a number of items purchased by visitors to the island.

The achievers are to be lauded for their creativity and

Achievers talk to visitors about their products at The Brac Reef Resort.

commitment to the company, while keeping up with their regular school curriculum. All products are made by them, by hand, using local material.

Next up for them is the Business Bowl, planned for February this year.

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Contempt of court reform could limit media coverage of legal proceedings The contempt law governing Cayman Islands courts are under review and the Law Reform Commission (LRC) has circulated a consultation paper, aimed at gathering public feedback on the issue.

The ‘Contempt of Court Consultation Paper’, dated 10 January 2014 proposes to deal with the existing law and changes to it, with special focus on areas such as contempt in the face of the court; contempt by publications tending to prejudice the conduct of particular proceedings; juror contempt; scandalising the court; interfering with the course of justice; jurisdiction, procedure and penalty and disobeying a court order.

According to the LRC, the need for reform of the contempt law has been prompted by the Bill of Rights, which is part of the Cayman Islands Constitution 2009, and by the growth of electronic media “which are instantaneous and unconstrained by geographical considerations”.

Media reporting on court

cases is covered extensively in the consultation paper.

Citing the UK Criminal Justice Act 1925 section 41 that proscribes the taking of photographs in court, the LRC seeks similar application in local courts.

According to the consultation paper, since section 9 of the UK Contempt of Court Act 1981 regulates the use of tape recorders by declaring their use as contempt of court, the same should be included in the Cayman Islands, if in the process of use of such equipment, court proceedings would be interrupted.

The paper’s authors say that they would prefer a specific criminal offence along the lines of the UK Criminal justice Act of 1925 that criminalises electronic media access to court.

“The experience from the OJ Simpson trial to the Zimmerman trial (in the United States) does not fill us with enthusiasm for permitting cameras into the court room.

“We think it is doubtful whether

Court proceedings in the Cayman Islands may soon be governed by a new contempt law, with draft proposals now being circulated by the Law Reform Commission.

the televising of such hearings would attract sufficient number of regular viewers.

“Our tentative view is that the proposed offence prohibiting the taking of photographs should extend to the making of video recording and live television broadcasts,” the paper reads.

Such proposed provisions ostensibly authored to protect the rights of those concerned with the case.

“The accused will be adversely

affected if, for example, details of any previous convictions are published in such a way that there is a real risk that they will come to the attention of the jury. It is equally in the wider public interest that such details are not published, since this may lead to existing or imminent proceedings being aborted or delayed with consequent expense falling on the public purse,” the paper reads.

Another potentially controversial clause in the paper is a provision that journalists could

be compelled to answer questions regarding their sources, and failing to do so could put them at risk of being cited for contempt of court.

A reporter who refuses to give the name of a source when ordered to do so by a judge could be jailed indefinitely under the current laws until compliance is achieved.

The paper espouses that the protection that British journalists get should not be accorded to those in the Cayman Islands, owing to the fact that no one has been under pain to answer such a question.

In the UK, there is protection of journalists under section 10 of the 1981 Act, which allows a journalist to refuse to disclose the source of information.

“We can see no justification for introducing such a privilege here,” the paper reads.

However, the proposal states that journalists will not be guilty of contempt of court if they publish fair and accurate legal reports.

The proposed reforms seek to make it an offence for journalists to publish any indecent matter,

indecent medical, surgical or psychological details that would injure public morals. In the protection of minors, the authors of the paper suggest that there is no harm in introducing a provision along the lines of section 4(1) of the UK 1981 Act. Thissectionstatesthat:“Subject to this section, a person is not guilty of contempt of court under the strict liability rule in respect of a fair and accurate report of legal proceedingsheldinpublic,published contemporaneouslyandingoodfaith.”

Theconsultationpaperisavailable atwww.lawreformcommission.gov. ky or www.lrc.gov.ky and membersofthepublicareinvited to submit their comments on the consultationpaper.Submissionsshould bemadenolaterthan10April2014.

Responses should be posted to the Director,LawReformCommission, P.O.Box1999KY1-1104,deliveredby handtotheofficesoftheCommission at1stfloordmsHouse,GenesisClose orsentbye-mailtoCheryl.Neblett@ gov.ky

Cayman’s largest solar installation up and running The largest solar installation project in the Cayman Islands is now in full operation at Caledonian Global Financial Services.

Installed by Endless Energy, 100-kilowatt system consists of 528 solar panels installed on top of three specially constructed, hurricane-rated,carports.Following its installation in December 2013, the system had to undergo inspectionsbytheBuildingControl Unit (BCU) and Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC). It is the maximum allowed system sizepermittedbythelocalutility’s Customer Owned Renewable Energy (CORE) programme.

By 16 January 2014, inspections were passed and power began flowing as the largest

Katrina McTaggart, General Manager and Jim Knapp, Owner and Managing Director of Endless Energy.

Cayman's largest solar installation at Caledonian Global Financial Services.

renewable energy system on the island was connected to the grid.

“As a company, we continue to assist our customers in the reduction of their energy costs.

We have more sunshine than

Director of Endless Energy.

The solar car park is expected to provide as much as 32 per cent of Caledonian’s energy needs, thereby significantly decreasing the company’s annual operating

most of the countries leading the world in solar generation and it’s just common sense for us to take advantage of our most abundant natural resource,” said Jim Knapp, owner and Managing

expenses. “The solar system over our parking lot not only provides cover from the sun for the vehicles underneath, but will also provide Caledonian energy savings for the next25yearsandbeyond,”stated

Steven Sokohl, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Caledonian.

“This solar car park will hopefullybeanexampleforother Cayman businesses to provide a coolingshadefortheiremployees orcustomerscarsandreducetheir energy bills at the same time,” reiterated Mr Knapp.

He explained that renewable energysystemsnotonlybenefitted ownersbysavingonenergycosts but it also presented the added benefits of increasing property valuesandreducingthecountry’s dependence on fossil fuels.

“Banksdon’tmakeinvestment decisionslightlyandonlywhenthe returnsarethere,”saidMrKnapp.He commendedCaledonianonsetting an example for every business in Cayman.

With temporary appointments, Suckoo brothers make history This week, Bodden Town MLA and Councillor Alva Suckoo was sworn in by Governor Helen Kilpatrick to act as Temporary Minister of Education, Employment and Gender Affairs and his brother, Deputy Chief Officer Christen Suckoo, became his Acting Chief Officer.

“I believe this is the first time we have had a Temporary Minister appointed whose sibling automatically became his Acting Chief Officer,” said Premier Hon Alden McLaughlin.

MrAlvaSuckootooktheoath TuesdaymorningatGovernment House before the start of the weekly Cabinet meeting to fill theshoesofEducationMinister

Christen Suckoo, Acting Chief Officer in the Ministry of Education.

Temporary Minister of Education, Employment and Gender Affairs Hon Alva Suckoo, takes his oath with Her Excellency the Governor Hon Helen Kilpatrick at Government House this past Tuesday morning.

Cabinet met at the Governor’s residence. While Mr Suckoo is temporary minister, his brother Christen, becomes his Acting Chief Officer.

Photo: Tammie C. Chisholm

Hon Tara Rivers attended the Education World Forum in London from 20-22 January.

Councillor for Education WinstonConnolly,ChiefOfficer forEducationMaryRodrigues and Deputy Chief Officer Dr Tasha Ebanks-Garcia joined

them to be a part of a series of employment related meetings.

The Temporary Ministers Provision was first put into practice by the Progressives Government in August 2013. Before the modernised constitution of the Cayman

Islands was adopted in November 2009, Ministers who were away, on leave or ill had their duties assigned to another Minister, adding to the remaining Cabinet member’s responsibilities.

“The Temporary Ministers Provision is one that we will utilize as the need arises,” said Mr McLaughlin. “It just makes sense that the duties of a Ministerareshepherdedthrough whileheorsheisabsentandnot addedtothebusyworkoffellow Ministers.”

Minister Rivers and her teamremaininLondonuntil26 January to participate in several meetings with high ranking MinistersandLordsresponsible forEducationandEmployment in the United Kingdom.

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Contempt of court or contempt of media?

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oncern should be raised about the proposed ‘Contempt of Court Consultation Paper’ by the Law Reform Commission (LRC).

Although it is a consultative paper, some of the suggestions made are so provocative that the public, particularly those of us in the media, should sit up and take serious notice.

Among the more egregious is one in which a publisher can be fined up to CI$700 if a publication causes a trial to be aborted and it is proved that the publisher intended that result.

Big stories like the Watergate scandal that led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon were just stories being told dutifully by journalists . Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward were not aware of the extent of what they were getting into.

Anyone who has read ‘All the President’s Men’, and ‘The Final Days’ should now be aware that the United States was on the brink of civil strife where the commander in chief was planning to use the military to suppress the opposition. Watergate shows how an innocent story that a journalist might pick could lead to serious consequences for a country.

The idea of a maximum fine on publishers would suggest that the paper’s authors do not have good intentions for the welfare of journalists in the Cayman Islands.

The proposers do not see it necessary to protect journalists from being compelled to name their sources, and in fact, a reporter could even face time in prison for ignoring a judge’s order to reveal his/her sources.

This is a provision that is embedded in English law. Why shouldn’t there be a similar protection for local journalists, since, this is not something that is commonly invoked by journalists here anyway?

The anonymity of those who provide confidential information is sacrosanct in journalism. Without this protection it could become a nightmare to report the news in the Cayman Islands and will put an unnecessary stranglehold on the media.

We also note that the consultation paper proposes to be in favour of disallowing photography and video cameras in the courts and that it cites cases like the OJ Simpson trial

and the more recent Zimmerman/ Trayvon Martin case as salient reasons for this. Well, doubtless there are countless other cases in between these extremes that the authors of the paper could cite, but they have chosen not to. Point well taken.

We have to ask, why now and why these stringent proposals to reform the contempt of court law.

The authors cite the Bill of Rights and the growth of electronic media as two mitigating factors.

Since the Bill of Rights has been in force, we have not had significant issues relating to the curtailment of rights. We cannot use hypothetical situations to create laws that will impede the freedom to pursue information by journalists. Let’s be careful that in trying to protect the rights of those involved in court cases, we do not trample upon the rights of others, particularly the rights of journalists and the press in general.

The authors should know that the “instantaneous and geographically unconstrained” means of electronic communication, which they cite as another influencing factor, is a bullet train that no amount of draconian legislation can stop.

Mass media operations are no longer in traditional media. There are persons who have millions of followers on social media networks like YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

What about when a simple post finds it way across these channels, perhaps reaching far more that traditional media could? Should these also be judged as impinging on the rights of accused persons, or is the contempt law reform more focused on preventing cameras in the courtroom?

While those proposing these reforms would argue that we are jumping the gun, because a bill has not yet been introduced to the Legislative Assembly, we all know that the law depends on how a lawyer has interpreted it and brought arguments to the judge. The most convincing argument in the eyes of the judge carries the day despite the validity of such.

The Law Reform Commission appears to be doing more that revising the contempt law. Its proposals hardly disguise an intent to constrain the press, which is a rather troubling development.

Waiting for the full revealing

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s we considered last week, the season of Epiphany refers to truths or realities that are revealed or manifested to the world through the events of the life of Jesus of Nazareth in His life upon earth. We also thought of certain implications of the Book of Common Prayer Collect for the Feast Day of the Epiphany, which asserts that those who know God do so now by faith, and wait and earnestly hope for the fruition of such seeds of faith after this life. We considered the fact that God does not equally reveal Himself to us in every circumstance of life; for we understand that God's revelation takes place in a particular association with Jesus Himself. If we know God now by faith, through Jesus, then it must be known also that much of what we see, much of our experience of the world does not reveal God to us, and in fact may serve to obscure God rather than reveal Him. We can indeed identify many things that serve to obscure God rather than reveal Him. Some of those things may serve to obscure God by their beauty and attraction.

I have been thinking of the sorry plight of the (reportedly) 36-yearold man that seems to have been the leader of the armed gang who broke into Diamonds International the other day in full sight of thousands of tourists, and got his feet pinned to the ground by the quick action of the Commissioner of Police. Some of the callers on a morning talk show have, in some kind of time warp, referred sympathetically to this individual as a "young man". Why? Perhaps

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he perversely has become a source of idolatrous attraction for some. With all things, and even all people, we have to ensure that the sympathy or even regard we have for them does not get to the point of being idolatrous.

There are other things that are part of this world's experience which are very ugly. For some, these may have the effect of negating to us the love of God. If somebody’s child dies, there may be an immediate or indeed sustained reaction of anger, among those who knew the person, that God has allowed or brought about such a thing. Those of us who have ever been affected by a hurricane to the point of serious loss may question the goodness of God. Indeed there are many who have been affected by recent serious flooding in Britain, others affected by abnormally cold and snowy conditions in the US and Canada, and others down under in southern Australia as well as near Los Angeles who are seriously impacted by wild fires. In recent years and currently, huge swathes of population have been forced to flee their homes in various areas of Africa and the East. It is natural to ask, does not God care about these people? - and with the question may be sown the seeds of doubt.

Yet as St Paul and the Epiphany Collect both affirm, it is by faith through Jesus Christ, and not through the things of this age, whether they be ugly or attractive, that we come to know God, and by this faith too that we can become empowered to engage in a situation with people to turn it around by God’s strength - and sometimes

Bishop Nicholas Sykes the very situation that appeared at first to cause doubts becomes the vehicle by which God is glorified.

So it is that by faith, we wait in all circumstances for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will sustain us to the end.

We learn from S. John 1:29-34 that John the Baptiser did not at the beginning of his ministry know Jesus to be the One who takes away the sin of the world, but during John’s course of ministry Jesus was baptised, and as the other Gospels also testify, a special revelation was granted on that occasion. In John 1:32 John the Baptiser says that the Holy Spirit descended and remained on Jesus, and this was the sign to John that here was the Son of God. And then, because of what John the Baptiser was now saying about Jesus, the gathering of disciples around Jesus began. The two disciples of John the Baptiser that became the beginning of the twelve, were Andrew, who in turn brought his brother Simon Peter, and probably John the son of Zebedee. John the Baptiser, who had experienced the epiphany of

the Son of God at the Baptism of Jesus, was now instrumental in the further epiphany of the gathering together of Jesus’ disciples around Him. St Paul in 1 Corinthians 1: 7 wrote of our waiting for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will sustain us to the end, “guiltless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

In the Christian life, there are periods of waiting and periods of forging strongly ahead, and in the one circumstance and in the other, God is equally faithful to us. He has been faithful to each person from the time of his or her baptism, even though we may have been unfaithful to Him many times. The promise to us in the times that we wait for His revealing to us, is that He will sustain us in the waiting, so that at the end of the time of waiting, we will be guiltless before Him. What has happened to the church repeatedly is a picture, an image of the day of His revealing after a period of waiting for Him. My trust is that we will find that day in which the Christian Church too is truly transformed after its time of waiting, and we can apply the same thought to our own lives as well. God has been faithful to us. We can make the words of the Suffering Servant in Isaiah 49: 1-6 our own: The Lord called me from the womb, from the body of my mother he named my name. He made my mouth like a sharp sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow, in his quiver he hid me away. And He said to me, “You are My servant, ... in whom

I will be glorified.” Jesus Christ is the fulfilment of these words, and they are in a lesser but real way true of those baptised into Christ too. Then the Servant goes on to express frustration: But I said “I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity.”

Who is it that does not know such feelings? But the Lord said to the Servant, what you thought you were here for is too light a thing. “I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.” Again, the words and the calling are fulfilled in Jesus Christ, but now it is those who are baptised into Jesus Christ that are upon the earth, and they too have an inescapable part to play in the calling into which they are baptised, and for which we wait in faith. Perhaps the time for which we are waiting is drawing very near.

John the Baptist’s ministry, expressed by S. John 1:29-39, was transformed when the day came in which John saw the Spirit descending upon the Christ in the waters of His baptism. Let us remember that the baptised from all over the earth have a ministry too, given by Christ and signified by their baptism. We are to await keenly in active faith the day in which that worldwide ministry will be transformed, and one day, whether on this shore or upon another, that ministry will be completed (as the Prayer Book Epiphany Collect says) "in the fruition of the glorious Godhead."

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Reduce your light bill – now!

By Christopher Saunders

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hen I arrived home, it was pitch dark. It didn’t occur to me that when I left home in the afternoon that I would have been robbed on my return. As I entered the house, there was darkness everywhere.

There was no sound. I did not see the nozzle. I did not see the barrel.

I then clicked on the lights and just like that – BAM! It was too late.

My lights were on, the meter was turning some more, and I was being robbed from miles away.

Okay, I will admit that the opening line was a little melodramatic but that is what happens to every consumer when they turn on their lights, use their appliances, or get gas at the pump. The barrel I was talking about was the barrel of oil that drives a

good portion of the fuel factor on our electric bills, and the nozzle was reference to the nozzle at the gas pump.

In my last article, I spoke about Cayman’s retirement crisis and the possibility that many of us will work till we die because of the high cost of living, coupled with an environment where our buying power is being eroded daily. The sad truth is that many of us have come to accept this as the new normal but the real truth is that it does not have to be this expensive to live and work in the Cayman Islands. Many of the challenges and issues that faced us as a people were created by the government (past and present) and as such they can be fixed by the government. It will require men and women of steely resolve and if they lack that – just a tiny bit of testicular fortitude would suffice.

I wish I could say that CUC is to blame for our high light bills, but the truth is they are also victims. They are forced to send us the ransom note oops…light bill. This is not to say that they can’t do more, but before we start jumping on CUC, let us start with the real culprits, the people that CUC buys from – the oil companies. Many of you may remember your October light

bills that had skyrocketed from the previous month. At least mine did.

When I reviewed the bill, I realised that my previous month’s bill was for 28 days and the current bill was for 32 days. So automatically, that was a 14 per cent jump from month to month and my condolences to anyone that had a pacemaker when they opened their bill. However, as I analysed my bill, I realised that the fuel factor accounted for 56 per cent and that the government tax accounted 12 per cent. Between the two of them they were almost 70 per cent of my light bill. From this point on, I have two options.

I can continue to rant about how high prices are killing us. Or I can offer a possible solution. Luckily, I already paid the bill so I don’t need to rant and rave but here are two possible solutions.

Firstly, demand that the government take the duty from fuel. I know you are saying that the government needs the money but they have a substantial surplus of over $100m of which the duty earned on fuel is around $35m per year per the 2012 Annual Economic Report.

So they have room. Additionally, the government may also want to consider how much they pay per year on electricity for their buildings,

gas for their vehicles, subsidies for social services recipients and how much they could save on their own bills if the duty was removed. Now here is the real kicker. Per the ESO’s 2012 Compendium of Statistics, there are over 24,000 homes in the Cayman Islands. If each home was spending an average $400 per month on their electric bills and government removes the 12 per cent that it is costing – that translates to $14m back in consumers’ pockets. Using the multiplier effect that would be generated from that saving and that a portion of this money may be spent elsewhere on other goods, the government would make up any possible revenue shortfall on the duties charged on those goods that are purchased. The government may even make a surplus. Government makes extra money. We have extra money to do as we want. We all win.

Businesses will also benefit too as they would spend less on their utilities thus reducing the cost of doing business in the Cayman Islands. Some businesses may even grow a conscience and go as far as reducing their prices to us the consumers which mean that we may also be spending less on basic food items such as milk.

The second solution is easy. Once

government removes the duty, they now have the moral authority to regulate the price of fuel and the margins charged along the line. We all know that we are paying more than double (100 per cent) the price in the United States. Even if government was to cut the margin charged by half, and using a fuel factor of 50 per cent (mine was 56 per cent); we are talking about saving 25 per cent per month or $29m for all the households in Cayman.

Using the multiplier effect, again, government would make more money from all the added stuff that we would buy with our extra money. They make more. We have more. We all win.

So what is the next step?

Demand that your elected leaders do something for the good of the entire country. Call them. Text them.

BBM them. Whatsapp them. Email them. Tweet them. Facebook them.

Instagram them. Send them smoke signals. Or just nag them when you see them. It is your money and you work hard for it.

By the way, the total saving of all the above is around 37 per cent of your light bill. I would get cracking before the barrel is loaded again and that nozzle is pointed at you.

One love. Walk good.

Teams versus parties: Some important differences

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e have been discussing political organisations as they have emerged in the Cayman Islands. Readers will recall that we have made the point that the Cayman Islands has been quite different in its political evolution when compared to the larger independent Caribbean countries.

The independent countries gave birth to political parties in the late 1930s and these organisations for the most part, became permanent institutions in the political landscapes of these countries.

On the other hand, Cayman did not have its first party until 1958. Its brief attempt at twoparty politics ended soon and by the general election of 1972, teams had replaced political parties, until the more recent advent of the United Democratic Party, now the Cayman Democratic Party, and the People’s Progressive Movement.

It should be pretty straightforward to say how teams differ from and are similar to political parties. But is it all that obvious? And which has more advantages?

Teams, like political parties, are principally political organisations whose main objective is control of the machinery of government.

Both are political organisations in the sense that they are concerned with the issue of power and its utilisation at the level of the nationstate. Political parties, like teams, have to be concerned with the broad

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agenda of issues facing the societies in which they operate and the larger global environment that has direct and indirect bearing on local realities.

Political parties, like teams, work not just to influence policy, but ultimately to have control of the government apparatus in order to be in charge of the formulation and execution of policies.

Political parties can also be defined by their functions. They provide opportunities for people with similar political philosophies and ideas to meet, organise and campaign in order to place their members in government, but if not, at least in opposition. In doing so, political parties are the main institutions that provide candidates for elections and by extension provide the nation’s political leaders. Political parties recruit and nominate candidates that the leaders expect to win elections.

They help their candidates to win elections, and while not in office, they monitor the actions of office holders. Teams, to some extent, also provide these functions, but are limited by the fact that they tend to be ‘transitory’.

Another distinguishing feature of a political party is its desire for permanence. In this respect, the teams that dominated the local political scene prior to formation of the UDP and PPM were really not political parties. As I have written before, those who form political parties usually do so with a desire

that they become a permanent part of their societies. That many disappear after at most two years does not negate the intent.

Because political parties are characterised by an intention to be permanent, there is need for a constitution, formal constituency organisation, a system of voting to change party leaders and so on.

Political parties are thus much more formal organisations. Teams are by their nature organisations in transition -- they are formed around election time and participants, as far as I can tell, understand their transitory nature.

As political parties are permanent political organisations, they strive to have an organisational structure that can facilitate the recruitment of members, develop policy, raise campaign funds to educate the electorate about campaign issues, and other such activities. They develop views, positions and policies and communicate these to the electorate not only but especially during election campaigns.

In addition, because of their permanence, the voting public knows way beforehand what they are getting. They know that that the party in opposition or simply not in government is striving to do so.

The public knows beforehand that if the leader of the party in opposition were to win the election, he or she will be leading the country. There are no surprises with political parties, as persons contesting are likely to be

in the public domain for some time.

For example, a serious opposition party will announce a ‘Shadow Cabinet.’ So the party that forms the government has a Cabinet of Ministers who runs various Ministries. There is a Minister of Education, Finance, Tourism, and so on. The party in opposition, though not in government, knows that an important function of an opposition party is also to consistently critique government and to present alternative positions and possibilities in a consistent, organised and credible way that demonstrates that the party in opposition is thinking through current issues and is in touch with what is happening.

This is usually best done by a ‘Shadow Cabinet’ of persons appointed by the opposition leader to speak on specified portfolios.

Apart from providing cut and thrust in political life, the appointment of a Shadow Cabinet by a serious opposition party is also a signal to the public as to who would likely be ministers if the party were to become government.

The public can scrutinise way ahead of time what it desires from opposition spokespersons, who act as a ‘Government in Waiting’, while also get useful experience critiquing, agreeing with, and proposing new policy directions that they would undertake. The public therefore knows what the other policy options are likely to

be if the party in opposition should form a government.

A team approach, by virtue of its non-permanent, transitory nature, is unlikely to provide this to the public. In fact, even after an election is completed, the public waits to see what kind of ‘permutation’ is decided on. Political parties as permanent institutions are also proper avenues for the training of future potential leaders.

Now, I am very certain that readers, who have had experience with both the ‘team’ and ‘party’ approaches, will have various views on the issue and it would be great to hear them!

Dr Livingston Smith is Chair, Social Sciences, Director, Research and Publication and Associate Professor at the University College of the Cayman Islands. He can be contacted at lsmith@ucci.edu.ky The views expressed in this article are not necessarily those of UCCI.

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Taste of Cayman promises bigger and better delights Calling all foodies! The largest food and wine festival in the Cayman Islands will kick off on Saturday, 8 February 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. at Festival Green, Camana Bay. The 26th annual Taste of Cayman Food & Wine Festival includes a lineup of 31 participating food vendors, 10 participating liquor vendors, new restaurants, new bars, new sponsors and new entertainment.

A total of 120 volunteers have also signed up for the event.

Jane van der Bol, Executive Director of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association (CITA), which hosts the festival, stated that she believes the event to be the largest food and wine festival in the Caribbean in terms of number of attendees and vendors.

"Taste of Cayman is indeed a food lover's dream, and this

year we are so excited about the variety of food vendors that will be showcasing their culinary talents and signature dishes for the Cayman public," said Mrs van der Bol. Vendors include Island Taste, Kirk Gourmet Deli, Grand Old House, Periwinkle at The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman, Michael's Genuine Food & Drink and newcomers Al La Kebab, Jacques Scott and Osetra Bay. Attendees will have a diversity of cuisines and drinks to sample.

Thinesh Madhavan, Executive Sous Chef at the Westin Grand Cayman, who is preparing for his fifth Taste of Cayman event, says it gets better every year.

“This is probably the most unique culinary event in the Cayman Islands, with participations from some of

Press representatives at the Taste of Cayman Food and Wine Festival’s press party.

the best restaurants on the island,” said Chef Madhavan.

“It’s a great outdoor venue and setup that allows for thousands of people to go from tent to tent sampling food and drinks of all different styles.”

He noted that if restaurants are seeking exposure, then Taste of Cayman is a great opportunity.

“People often get into a habit of visiting the same restaurants all the time. For the Westin, this is our chance to promote our rebranded restaurant, Beach House, and make more people aware of what we have to offer, and hopefully intrigue them enough to make a dinner reservation.”

Jane van der Bol, Executive Director of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association.

This year Chef Madhavan and his team at the Westin will be serving up lamb lollipops with mint cucumber, salsa fresca and creamy truffle polenta.

The entertainment this year will feature live performances by musical guardians of Caymanian culture, the Swanky Kitchen Band along with the number one ABBA production in the world, ABBAmania.

There will also be a return of last year’s favourites at the culinary event. These include the photo booth, the mixology contest, the demo kitchen, the fireworks and Cayman’s Favourite Restaurant Competition.

"This opportunity to take a culinary tour around the world in one night and one location is a unique one, and combining it with great wines and a party atmosphere boosted by live

entertainment from Swanky Kitchen Band, ABBAmania and fireworks makes for an enjoyable evening at a very reasonable price. Tourists and locals love a good food and wine festival so we look forward to the great community support of this event,” Mrs van der Bol stated.

Tickets are now on sale for $35 per person pre-sold and will be sold at $45 on the day of event. They can be purchased online at www.tasteofcayman. org, or at Books and Books, all Blackbeard’s and Big Daddy’s locations and the Cayman Islands Tourism Association Office.

Sponsors of the event include Camana Bay, Z99, Rooster 101, Blackbeard’s, Big Daddy’s, Heineken, Appleton, Vibe FM, Spin 94.9, Hew’s Hotel & Restaurant Supplies, WestStar, Massive and Flava.

Press party held at Camana Bay, Taste of Cayman’s major sponsor.

Thinesh Madhavan, Executive Sous Chef at the Westin Grand Cayman.

A ‘devil’ of a launch party for local film producers Last Friday, 17 January 2014, the Seven Fathoms Distillery was buzzing with patrons who came out to support the production launch party for the upcoming local film, ‘The Devil You Know’.

The party was not only held to promote the movie but also to raise more funds for production.

Co-directors and co-writers, Trevor Murphy and Badir Awe never expected the movie to turn into such a huge venture when they discussed its concept back in February 2013. “It was supposed to be a very small project. (Badir) would hold the camera, I would hold the boom mic and we would have a couple of local actors and that would be it,” said Mr Murphy.

However that small project began to “steamroll” into something greater than both of them had ever imagined.

“We spoke to people and they were like, “Oh! Make it bigger. We can give you this,” Mr Murphy explained. He revealed that the managing director of Island Air, Marcus Cumber offered them use of the airport and a private plane, which they decided would be convenient for the start of the movie. They were soon offered an area for a beach scene by Royal Palms. “Then we got some really nice houses on South Sound. We know people there and they were like, “yea absolutely!”

Soon their 20-minute short

film began to extend with the help of willing local contributors.

“It’s amazing. It’s a short film, but there are so many people involved.

Badir and I are the directors and the writers, but we’re not getting paid, though the cast is compensated. We’ve got three producers, five main actors, a cinematographer, a sound guy, production assistants and so many people,” said Mr Murphy.

He explained that the production team and cast have to be paid and the actors have to be fed on set. In addition, production equipment has to be purchased or rented. “All this costs money so we’re trying to raise as much as we can. We’ve

received a good portion, but it’s nowhere near what we need,” he stated. Therefore, the party was their opportunity to reach their financial goal for production.

The film features local leading cast members Abbey Le Cornu, Ronnie James Hughes, Lindsay Japal, Julia Flanagan and Matthew Leslie. “Every actor is Caymanian or lives on island so we haven’t brought anyone in,” said Mr Murphy. “I think 90 per cent of the crew are Caymanian as well.

It is a local production. Everyone is invested in Cayman.”

The film portrays a story of a hitman known as Bishop (Hughes) that comes to Cayman to kill a woman named Vanessa

(Le Cornu), but he ends up falling for her instead and it doesn’t quite go as planned.

Lead actress Abbey Le Cornu, who plays Vanessa, explained that the cast had to do auditions which took place over a course of three weeks and each week they narrowed it down.

“I think they ended up choosing the cast somewhere in November,” said former Miss Cayman and cast member Lindsay Japal, who will be playing Izzy, Vanessa’s best friend in the movie.

“I’m sort of the reason that she meets the killer,” she laughed.

Ms Le Cornu and Ms Japal said they were thrilled they are to be a part of the film. “It’s exciting.

Obviously we’re all really stoked about being a part of something that’s good for Cayman,” said Ms Japal. “It’s a very cool story with a twist...I think it will keep people very interested,” she continued.

Patrons at the event also had the opportunity to sign up to be extras in the movie’s Royal Palm or beach scenes.

“We’ve already been accepted to one film festival in New Jersey and we are submitting to all the major film festivals. The idea is that we get picked up in 2014, 2015,” Mr Murphy stated.

Shooting for ‘The Devil You Know’ begins in February and the film is expected to be released around July or August 2014.

Actresses Lindsay Japal (left) and Abbey Le Cornu (right).

Director/writer Badir Awe (left) and actor Ronnie James Hughes who plays Bishop (right).

Patrons at the production launch party of ‘The Devil You Know’.

Trevor Murphy, director/ writer of local film, ‘The Devil You Know’.

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Veteran public health nurse retires A fter more than 42 years serving the Cayman Islands community as a public health nurse, Alice Jane Ebanks is hanging up her stethoscope. One of the longest-serving Cayman Islands Hospital employees, Alice Jane will not be spending her upcoming free time resting, and anyone who knows her will not be surprised by that.

First on her to-do list after retirement is to travel, with South Africa, Brazil, Peru and the Galapagos Islands among her intended destinations.

Even though a 60th birthday may legally require her to quit government service, clearly she still has a youthful spirit. “I’m going to live as hard as I can; I’m going to use up all my energy before I die,” she said.

But with nursing as part of her DNA, Alice Jane doesn’t plan to stray too far from her life long calling of service. “When I am not travelling, I will be finding some very fulfilling voluntary work to do – at my church, helping children in school.”

Alice Jane also envisions some sort of return to her professional home of the last four decades. “I will probably come

back to work part-time, maybe immunise children. I like to work with little children,” she said, explaining that her retirement doesn’t preclude working on a contract basis.

“I will do anything else that needs to be done as long as I can finish my work at the end of the day!”

Health Services Authority Chief Nursing Officer Hazel Brown said Alice Jane was a natural for the job.

“Alice Jane has displayed all of the characteristics one expects of a great nurse. Her commitment to her profession, her reliability, her honesty and even her punctuality made her a valuable asset through her many years of service,” Ms Brown stated.

“And, on top of the demands of her job, Alice Jane was always ready and willing to teach others. To put it simply, her contributions to public health have been enormous and her departure is a great loss to all of us here at the HSA.” Her journey at the HSA began in 1971, when she entered the auxiliary nursing programme at the hospital, at the relatively tender age of 17. “In my heart, I

Alice Jane Ebanks retires after decades of service to the Pubic Health department.

wanted to do nursing,“ Alice Jane recalled. “Even from primary school days, I was drawn to

caring for people.”

Recounting all she has done at the hospital could certainly fill

a book. She has worked in nearly every department, including medical, surgical, paediatrics and emergency, and in the early years they were all part of her job description.

“In those days, you did every single thing,” she recounted. “You were doctor, nurse, porter and cleaner, if necessary. It’s amazing how nurses can cope.”

Along the way, she qualified as a practical nurse, a registered nurse and a midwife. In 1983, she decided she was “looking for something else” and was encouraged to try public health, clearly a life-changing turn of events. A one-year course in the Public Health School of Nursing in Jamaica followed.

“Public health was my thing, and in 1987 I took over the management of the immunisation programme,” she stated. The learning was continuous and part of her work involved attending regional courses, conferences and immunisation meetings.

Dr Kiran Kumar, Medical Officer of Health, speaks of his appreciation for Ms Ebanks' years of excellent service as Immunization Programme Manager in the

Cayman Islands. While there have been challenges at times, our immunisation programme was recognized in the region, receiving awards from Pan American Health Organization under her leadership.

“She is smart, intelligent, knowledgeable, energetic and skilled. It has been a pleasure working with her during her entire career in public health. I wish her an enjoyable retirement.

May God bless her.”

Lizzette Yearwood, HSA CEO, noted all Alice Jane has done while in Public Health.

“Her tireless efforts have been instrumental to the success of our immunisation programme. She is emblematic of the excellent quality of care that the HSA seeks to provide. Alice Jane will certainly be missed.”

Despite her accomplishments, Alice Jane said there is always more to be done.

“The work is endless and we keep expanding our schedule to do more and more antigens for the children.”

Alice Jane’s service to the hospital is being commemorated at a special HSA gathering in the hospital’s Hibiscus Room on Friday, 24 January.

School receives donation to boost classroom learning Commemorative Heroes

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ver 1,000 students who attend John Gray High School (JGHS) will benefit from a donation of a television and cable service by A.L. Thompson and WestStar TV. On Friday, 17 January, WestStar’s CEO Bob Taylor and A.L. Thompson’s Store Manager, Larry Thompson, presented JGHS with a brand new state-of-the-art 50 inch flat screen TV along with WestStar’s Premier Cable TV Service. The initiative is designed to keep students up-to-date on local and international news, current affairs and sports to enhance the classroom learning as well as to ensure that even on stayin rainy days learning is at the forefront.

“We are honoured to support our youth; they are the future of the Cayman Islands, and we believe it is the responsibility

of the community to support a world-class education. This donation is one small step to ensure that students have access to both local and global content to further support work in the classroom,” Mr Taylor stated.

“At WestStar we are spending millions to provide fibre optic connections to every single home in the country in the very near future. We are about to revolutionise video, telephone and Internet connections.

Think of what it will mean for families, for our youth and for education,” he added.

Mr Thompson added: “There are so many children out there who need access to technology; classroom learning is no longer just in the text books. It is really important for businesses to step up and donate when possible.”

The staff and students of JGHS were very excited and

thankful for the donation.

Principal Lyneth Monteith said, “It is fortunate to have the support of our community in providing additional resources.

These resources will enhance the experiences we provide for our students and we are extremely appreciative of these donations.”

WestStar’s CEO Bob Taylor (left) with John Gray High School Principal Lyneth Monteith and A.L. Thompson’s Store Manager Larry Thompson.

Day coins available

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he Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) reminds the public that a limited number of the commemorative 10th Anniversary Heroes Day coins are still available for purchase. Released by the Authority in January 2013, the coin commemorates the 10th anniversary of the national heritage and cultural celebration in the Cayman Islands.

Culturally-inspired, and designed, by Caymanian graphic designer Kara Coe of Government Information Services, the silver coin features celebrated Heroes Day themes including sailors, representing youth, culture and sports; a woman, representing gender

equality; catboats, representing the three Islands; and ‘Man-owars’(frigate birds) - all enveloped in thatch rope, another historical symbol. The coat of arms is depicted in gold on the obverse side.

The commemorative 10th Anniversary Heroes Day coins are available from CIMA’s Currency Division at the Government Administration Building at 133 Elgin Avenue.

10th Anniversary Heroes Day coin designed by Kara Coe of GIS

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Get best glutes and thighs with a Stability Ball

By Manuela Ioana Nemes, ACE Personal Trainer at World Gym www.manuelafit.com

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o matter if you’re training regularly with heavy weights in the gym, if you’re a busy mom at home, or if you’re a beach lover and prefer to spend as much time outdoors, you can get amazing results by training your legs and glutes with a Stability Ball.

Katrina Banks, who’s a busy professional and mother of a fiveyear-old, was kind enough to find the time to join me again in demonstrating some of our favorite exercises.

Perform 10-15 repetitions of each series, one or two sets per exercise.

Pick the right size of Stability Ball for you. When you sit on the ball, you should have your knees bent at 90 degrees. Using the Stability Ball is also great for your balance, since you will recruit the core muscles and become

more functional in daily activities.

Seated leg series Leg raises, leg circles, reverse circles (quads, lower abs, lower back) Sit on the ball, then slightly lean backwards; place both hands behind you on the ball. Place one foot in the middle and lift the other leg, keeping your foot flexed; raise and lower the leg in a full range of motion for 10 repetitions, then circle the leg in one direction for 10 repetitions and reverse the circle for another 10 repetitions.

Seated knee raises, leg extension (quads, lower abs, lower back)

Start in the same seated position, then keeping the knee bent, lift and lower the leg for 10 repetitions; then hold the thigh parallel with the floor, bend and extend your leg as when you do a seated leg extension on a machine for 10 repetitions.Prone leg series Leg flexion, leg circles, reverse circles (glutes and lower back) Lean face down on a ball so that your upper body is supported and place your hands on the ground in front of you; keep both legs extended and hip width apart for balance. Raise

and lower one leg off the ground in a full range of motion for 10 repetitions, while keeping the foot flexed, then circle the leg for 10 repetitions and reverse the circle for 10 repetitions.

Hamstring curl, glute raise (hamstring, glutes, calves, lower back) From the same starting position, raise one leg so that your thigh is parallel with the floor and keep the foot flexed. Bend and extend the knee as if you’re performing a supine hamstring curl on a machine for 10 repetitions; then raise the leg to the sky keeping the foot flexed as if you’re

doing a glute raise on a machine for 10 repetitions.Side leg series Side leg raises, leg circles, reverse circle, bicycle, reverse bicycle - (outer thighs and obliques) Lean sideways with your obliques and elbow supported on the ball. Extend your legs fully for an intermediate version or keep a knee bent on the floor for beginner version. Raise and lower the leg that is on top for 10 repetitions, then circle for 10 repetitions, then reverse the circle. Then perform a bicycle motion for 10 repetitions, then, reverse the bicycle for 10 repetitions.

When doing exercises with no added weight like in Pilates, focus on contracting the muscle fully.

Keep a good form and perform the movement with control to avoid momentum; repeat as many times you need until you feel the burn.

You can add another series of 10 repetitions for each exercise with no break.

To maximise your workout and achieve long lasting results, visit www.manuelafit.com to book your first training session, to read client’s testimonials or view exercise videos.

Contact Manuela by email: Manuela@ bodybuilders.com or call: 928-2573 or 323-4212.

Prone leg series.

Seated leg series.

Side leg series, knee on the ground.

For must-haves in every meal Ernest Ebanks - Body Sculptor Fitness Centre

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his may be the most important message of the year regarding your eating plan for 2014.

If you use these four strategies with every meal, I guarantee you'll have an amazing physical transformation this year...

1. Pay attention to the cooking method The way a meal is cooked determines how many calories, how much added fat, and the number of nutrients that survive. This simple factor will make or break your weight loss goal.

Avoid foods that are fried and battered, processed and packaged, doused with cream sauce or sautéed.

Choose foods that are grilled, baked, broiled or steamed.

2. Your meal should be mostly protein

The bulk of your calories should be coming from a quality source of protein. With the first guideline in mind, these will be high quality, healthfully prepared.

Good choices of protein include fish, chicken, turkey, egg, lean red meat and beans.

3. Include lots of fibre Fibre is a huge part of eating healthy and being lean. Fibrous foods will fill you up while delivering vitamins and nutrient in low-calorie packages. Fill at least two thirds of your plate with fibrous vegetables.

Try these forms of fiber: salad, seasonal vegetables, fruit and legumes.

4. Lay off the starches Here's where many well-meaning dieters lose it. The facts are simple -- in order to maintain the low-carb, high protein diet required for healthy weight loss, there is no room for starchy foods.

Starches to avoid include potatoes, pasta, rice and cereal, bread and crackers.

For faster results, pair your clean eating with a challenging exercise routine.

If you're serious about transforming your body then call 939-5288 or email caymanfitbody@gmail.com today to set up a consultation. Together we

will create the perfect programme that will quickly get you into the body that you deserve.

The 80-20 rule In order to achieve the amazing fitness result of a lean and toned body you'll have to workout hard and eat right...at least 80 per cent of the time.

Don't fall into the trap of feeling like you have to eat perfectly and exercise hard every single day. Then, if (when) you fail to meet that unreasonable expectation, you fall off the fitness wagon.

You can't win by having a '100 per cent or nothing' attitude towards fitness. You're human; you're going to have a bad day, a sick day or just an off day. Allow yourself 20 per cent of

grace and be sure to workout hard and eat like a champion the other 80 per cent of the time.

Chinese Zucchini noodle bowls with pork meatballs

Using a spiral slicer to turn zucchini into long, noodle strands is a fantastic way to enjoy comfort food without guilt. These Chinese Noodle bowls are filled with flavor, fiber and lots of tasty protein. Meals like this are exactly what you need to reach your fitness goals. Servings: 6 Here’s what you need…

For the meatballs • 1 lb ground pork • 1 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder • Sea salt and black pepper • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1/4 cup almond flour • 2 green onions, minced • 2 teaspoons sesame oil For the noodle bowls • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 4 green onions, thinly sliced • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced • 4 baby bok choy, thinly sliced • 8 cups chicken broth • 2 Tablespoons coconut aminos • 5 organic zucchini, peeled and run through a spiral slicer

For the meatballs 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet.

2. In a medium bowl combine all of the meatball ingredients. Mix well with your hands until all of the ingredients are evenly combined. Form golf ball sized balls and place on the wire rack. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until fully cooked.

For the noodle bowls 1. In a large soup pot, place the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the ginger, garlic, onions, and bell pepper.

Cook for four minutes. Add the bok choy and cook for another four minutes. Add the broth and coconut aminos. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

2. Use a vegetable peeler to remove all of the green skin from the zucchini. Cut each zucchini in half, width-wise, and use a spiral slicer to create long, angelhair noodles. Add the noodles and the cooked meatballs to the soup pot. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.

Serve in shallow bowls, drizzled with sesame oil and sprinkled with minced green onion. Enjoy!

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 199 calories, 18g fat, 170mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, and 18g protein.

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THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CAYMANISLANDS INVITES INTERESTED CONTRACTORS TO TENDER FOR THE PURCHASE, ON-SITE PROCESSING AND REMOVAL OF USED TYRES FROM THE CAYMAN ISLANDS THREE LANDFILL SITES CTC/13-14/DEH/008 Project Scope: The Government of the Cayman Islands invites eligible Tenderers to submit proposals for the purchase, on-site processing and removal of all the “Used Tyres” accumulated at the Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Landfill Sites. The three islands are physically separated.

Description of Project: “Used Tyres” exist as whole, unprocessed or semi-processed tyres (i.e., not shredded or have the rubber separated from the rim or tyres with the rubber and the rim attached). Some of these items require special technical capabilities to cut, transport and remove from the sites. The majority of the used tyres are located at the Grand Cayman Landfill.

Eligibility: Interested Tenderers will need to meet the following eligibility criteria in order to be considered and evaluated.

• Companies or individual Tenderers must comply with all applicable local laws including business registrations, health, pensions and any other regulations.

• Tenderers are reminded that the bids should be inclusive of all costs necessary to conduct the project.

• Proof of finances and technical ability to fulfill the contractual obligations must be demonstrated.

Reef Divers, Cayman Brac

invites applications for the following position(s):

Dive Instructor / Boat Captain / General Maintenance / Retail Sales

Candidate must have good communication skills and possess a minimum of a PADI, SSI, or NAUI Instructor certification level and have current First-aid and CPR certifications. Candidate must be able to conduct dive briefing, carry out dock/boat/equipment maintenance and handle 46’ Newton Dive boats.

Salary – CI$6.00-$8.00/hr based on experience plus gratuities.

No telephone calls will be accepted.

Apply with resume to Dive Operations Supervisor, P.O Box 56, Cayman Brac. Fax to 948 1279 or email mick.maher@reefseas.com

Evaluation: The criteria for evaluation and the relative points weighting system are included in the tender documentation.

Particular attention will be paid to the proposed delivery plan and the relevant experience of the Tenderer.

Collection and Access to Tender Documentation: Tender packages including instructions on the submission of tender can be collected from the Department of Environmental Health, Cayman Islands Environmental Center, 580 North Sound Road, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Tender documents will be available from the 8th January, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. These documents are also available on the Government website: www.centraltenders.gov.ky Return of Tenders: The return date is scheduled to close at 12:00 noon on the 5th February, 2014. Tenders are to be returned in an enclosed envelope (sealed) to: The Secretary Central Tenders Committee c/o Treasury Department Government Administration Building, Box 125 133 Elgin Avenue George Town Grand Cayman KY1-9000, Cayman Islands, B.W.I All Tenderers are requested to submit any question they may have at least five days prior to the tender return date. For additional information on this invitation contact Roydell Carter Director, Environmental Health

Department of Environmental Health

Tel: (345) 949-6696 Fax: (345) 949-4503 Email: roydell.carter@gov.ky

Late tenders will not be accepted, CIG will not defray any cost incurred by tenderers. The Cayman Islands Government shall not be bound to assign any reason for not accepting any tender.

Waste Away Systems In need of a

Mepco Ltd. is currently seeking: MEP HELPER Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Assist the Technicians in the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repairs of MEP and HVAC equipment; • Interpret blueprints, schematics and drawings, technical manuals and • specifications; • Listen and follow written or verbal instructions & to work in a labour intensive environment; • Knowledge of standard methods, tools and equipment used to inspect, test, maintain, repair, and install MEP and HVAC equipment; • Willingness to work long and irregular hours as and when required; • To assist in ensuring all installs are completed in accordance with all good industry practices and relevant regulations/standards and should be inclusive but not limited to SMACNA & ASHRAE. Qualifications and experience required: • Minimum of 3 yrs experience working on all MEP disciplines on large scale commercial installations; • Demonstrate strong working and practical knowledge of the MEP & HVAC trades; • Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics and drawings, technical manuals and specifications; • Strong knowledge of applicable regulations and codes; • Detail Oriented, Energetic Self Starter Hourly Rate : Will be in the range of CI$10-15 per hour.

Apply in writing to: Human Resources Department P.O. Box 10104, KY1-1001

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Sewage Labour

Must have 5-10 years experience In Sewage, disposal, fixing of Septics, Must have a strong stomach Benefits as per labour law Salary CI$350.00 per week Send Resume Po Box 1625, KY1-1109 Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

GARRISON INDUSTRIES Requires Office Space Planner, Finisher, Cabinet Maker, Carpenter CI$10.00 / hour 5 years Professional Experience Pension/Medical and all Government required benefits provided.

Send Resumes to: P.O. Box 31629, KY1-1207

Account Manager

Kane (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands licensed Insurance Manager, invites suitably qualified applicants for the position of Account Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for a portfolio of licensed insurance companies that are under management by Kane. This role includes maintaining client accounting records, producing financial statements and other financial reports to strict timelines, managing the audit process, cash management, regulatory and statutory reporting, managing client meetings, and all of the other day-to-day activities required to operate client companies in compliance with internal and external controls and performance benchmarks. This Account Manager role is not a back-office position and requires inter-personal skills for internal teamwork, building client relationships, and new business development.

Knowledge of the alternative risk financing industry, an accounting qualification, an insurance and/or an accounting/audit background, computer literacy, well developed communication skills, and a minimum of two years experience pertinent to the role must be demonstrated for an applicant to gain an interview for this position.

This position offers attractive benefits and a salary of CI$65,000-CI$79,000 per annum, which will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications in writing with resume should be sent in confidence to: Kane (Cayman) Limited Ref: Account Manager P.O. Box 10233 Grand Cayman KY1- 1002 Cayman Islands or by email to: carla.mclaughlin@kane-group.com DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 31st January, 2014

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Deli Attendant

Willing & able to work - evenings, nights & weekends.

• Ability to carry heavy plates, heavy garbage & heavy dishes.

• Washroom clean up -3 times a day.

• Order & stock items required. Sweeping, dusting & mopping • Knowledge of wines & coffees Ability to make specialized coffees - cappuccino, lattes etc.

• Needs to know & do bar duties • Basic Aloha POS knowledge required & essential Quick, fast & efficient at clearing tables.

• Set up tables, chairs & cutlery • Friendly, Team Player & the ability to work independently.

• 5-6 years experience required Pension & medical provided.

Salary CI$ 750.00 per month plus tips & grats.

Email at: icoa@candw.ky

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EMPLOYMENT Invites applicants for the following positions…

ONE (1) ARCHITECT

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture • Minimum of 10-year post qualification relevant work experience • Relevant experience in pool design and calculation • Proficient in 2D & 3D CAD drawings • Proficient in Photoshop & Graphic Software • Microsoft operating system knowledgeable (Vista and OS 7) • Good working attitude and be willing to work overtime and during weekends • Good communication and inter-personal skills Main Responsibilities • Prepare working drawings for Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing • Prepare presentation 3D drawings for client visualization.

• Process appropriate government required permits.

• Attend client meetings and coordinate requests.

• Monitor and update project status.

• On-site measurement and preparation of existing layout plan.

• Maintain proper documentation and effective filing system.

Salary Range: CI $30,000.00 – CI $42,000.00 Plus benefits in accordance with the Cayman Islands Health Insurance and Pension Laws.

ONE (1) ARCHITECT

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture • Can speak and write Mandarin • Minimum of 3-year post qualification relevant work experience • Relevant experience in pool design and calculation • Proficient in 2D & 3D CAD drawings • Proficient in Photoshop & Graphic Software • Microsoft operating system knowledgeable (Vista and OS 7) • Good working attitude and be willing to work overtime and during weekends • Good communication and inter-personal skills Main Responsibilities • Prepare working drawings for Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing • Prepare presentation 3D drawings for client visualization.

• Process appropriate government required permits.

• Attend client meetings and coordinate requests.

• Monitor and update project status.

• On-site measurement and preparation of existing layout plan.

• Maintain proper documentation and effective filing system.

Salary Range: CI $24,000.00 – CI $30,000.00

MEPCO Ltd . is a total MEP contractor that self performs Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection contracts throughout the Caribbean region. We value smart professionals with strong teamwork ethics and are looking to recruit staff that will grow and mature within our Organization.

We are currently seeking: Field Operations Supervisor The Field Operations Supervisor will report directly to the Estimating/Commercial Manager and will possess extensive direct relevant experience in the MEP industry and be responsible for supervising multiple groups of field crews across several MEP projects at any one time. The post holder must have very strong supervisory skills, possess extensive MEP knowledge and skills, and have the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining professional integrity at all times.

Duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Liaising with Project Managers to ensure all MEP projects are suitably manned with experienced crews and tradesmen; • Supervising multiple MEP field crews to ensure successful completion of multiple ongoing projects; • Using broad MEP knowledge to give supervision and guidance on large and small scale bids, materials management and project timescales; • Working with the Design and Estimation team to plan MEP installations; • Ensuring strategic direction of field operations; • Supervising the implementation and maintenance of Health and Safety regulations and codes, on each site, in line with Company policy and the Law; • Ensuring all field crews are in possession of requisite Personal Protection Equipment at all times; Qualifications & Experience • Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar role or previously owned a MEP Company; • Must have experience within the MEP industry of managing multiple crews of approx 100 men plus; • Strong understanding of the MEP industry, construction methodologies and excellent computer skills, including (MS Project, Excel, Word, Primavera,Accubid); • Strong understanding of the relevant MEP codes both locally and internationally; • Accredited MEP trade school certification required; • Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics and drawings, technical manuals and specifications; • Must have a valid Cayman Islands license in the MEP industry.

Annual salary range CI$80,000 to CI$90,000 dependant on experience plus company vehicle, phone & pension Apply in writing to: Human Resources Dept.

PO Box 10104 KY1-1001

Plus benefits in accordance with the Cayman Islands Health Insurance and Pension Laws.

ONE (1) ROOFER

Qualifications : • Must have one year of work experience • Must have necessary trade tools and have own transportation • A very high level of skill and workmanship is absolutely imperative Salary Range: CI$7-10/hour; Plus benefits are in accordance with the Cayman Islands Health Insurance and Pension Laws.

We welcome applications ONLY from suitable Caymanians and Status Holders.

Please send resumes to Unit 1, Alexander Place, Dorcy Drive, George Town, P.O. Box 10647 Grand Cayman KY1-1006 ▪ Fax 945-1929 ▪ Email: accounts.kozaily@candw.ky

FILCAY Looking for Cellphone Technicians

Description/Specifications of Position • Reports directly to the company proprietor.

• Responsible for receiving all items for repair(cellphones, PCs etc.); logging all information pertinent to all items into a log book (date received and date released/returned) and ensuring the safekeeping of all received items.

• Responsible for the reasonable turnaround of all items received for repair and service.

• Responsible for receiving on a daily basis all payments for repair service and subsequent transmittal of payments to the proprietor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of Prospective Employee • Must be knowledgeable in electronic repair/service on cellphones, PCs and other electronics (10 years +) • Must be knowledgeable in cellphone operating systems and functions.

• Skills in installation, configuration, troubleshooting, diagnostics, recovery operations, resolution of hardware/software conflicts, analysis, maintenance and operations.

• Ability to work independently without supervision.

• Can repair motherboards (laptops, cellphones & consoles) Salary $8.00 – $10.00 per hour depending on qualifications.

Benefits health and pension, vacation leave, sick leave.

Please send resume to: filcay@outlook.com Deadline for application is February 17,2014

Morritt Properties Cayman Limited has an immediate vacancy for the position listed below and invites applications from suitably qualified Caymanians, Status Holders and those married to Caymanians.

Air Conditioning/Electrical Technician

This position will be responsible to the Chief Engineer for •

Installing and maintaining air conditioning systems, testing systems for proper functioning, performing emergency repairs, maintaining tools, ordering supplies, and making routine adjustments to maximize operational efficiency; • Repairing and replacing defective parts in generators, motors, storage batteries,controllers, switchboards, switches, conductors, and other electrical fixtures; • Performing preventive repair and maintenance of field, plant, and shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment and components; • Preparing schedules and coordinating activities with other divisions and sections; • Planning and laying work orders or work from instructions, using sketches, blueprints, and drawings; • Making ensure that the accurate and appropriate completion of all preventive maintenance duties.

The successful candidate will have worked in similar positions at a large Resort and have at least 5 years experience. Must also demonstrate – •

Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work; • Ability to exercise independent judgment; • Ability to establish and maintain solid working relationships with others; • Should be able to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices; • Good communication and organization skills.

Must also be prepared to work on weekends and public holidays.

Remuneration $12.00 to $15.00 per hour.

Applications should be sent in writing to Human Resources, Manager Morritt Properties Cayman Ltd. P. O. Box 496, George Town Grand Cayman, KY1-1106 E-Mail: hr@morritts.com; NO TELEPHONE CALLS, PLEASE

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EMPLOYMENT Pastry Chef

Formal training, coupled with well-developed culinary abilities and an innate desire to cook, are requirements for a successful candidate.Must have at least two years experience Pay rate is $6.00 per hour plus a share of the gratuity pool For a more thorough and comprehensive Job Description please visit

http://www.besthotelcareers.com/ Email humanresources@westin-cayman.com Deadline for application is January 31, 2014

Massage Therapist Ability to perform deep tissue (therapeutic) massages. Minimum one year of professional experience in a similar work environment.

Salary:$300.00 per week plus a share of the gratuity pool.

For a more thorough and comprehensive Job Description please visit

http://www.besthotelcareers.com/ Email humanresources@westin-cayman.com Deadline for application is January 31, 2014

CIVIL WORKS SERVICES LTD Applications are being accepted for the position of:

WELDER

Qualified Welder with at least 5 years experience in the maintenance of Caterpillar and Aggregate Crushing Equipment.

Salary $550 per week plus Health Insurance & Pension Contributions.

Apply to Manager: P.O Box 63 Grand Cayman

Overnight Public Area Attendant

Chief Steward

Will operate industrial equipment polisher / vacuums .Performing daily /weekly/monthly cleaning projects in the Public Area. Must have at least one year related work experience Pay rate is $4.25 per hour plus a share of the gratuity pool

Responsible for establishing and maintaining high sanitation standards. Must have at least one year related work experience Pay rate is $4.50 per hour plus a share of the gratuity pool

For a more thorough and comprehensive Job Description please visit

For a more thorough and comprehensive Job Description please visit

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http://www.besthotelcareers.com/ Email humanresources@westin-cayman.com

Deadline for application is January 31, 2014

Seeking Positions: Customer Service / Sales Persons Cell phone Technicians Secretary / Personal Assistant Repair Administrator

Salary range $6 per hour to $1,800 per month, Collect and deliver Applications and Resume to Mirco Office. Only suitable and experienced person need apply. Caymanians and person not requiring permit will be given preference.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Email cellshop@candw.ky PO Box 216 Grand Cayman KY1-1601 Cayman Islands

CORAL ISLE RESTAURANT

Position available: Full Time Cook • Applicant must have a minimum of Five years experience in: able to plan Menus, Cook all Type of FoodShop for Supplies, • Must be well Groomed and have good Customer Service, also must be able to lift 50 lbs or more, • And willing to work long hours, including weekend and Holidays.

Must have a valid Driver License.

Deadline for application is January 31, 2014

“Exceptional People Creating Exceptional Memories”

We currently invite persons who are Caymanians, Cayman Status Holders, or persons possessing Permanent Residence with the Right to Work ONLY to apply for the position of:

STEWARD

The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining clean and sanitary food preparation/service areas and equipment, lifting heavy equipment, powerwashing, cleaning floors, garbage disposal, dishes etc.

This position is highly labor intensive and the candidate must be able to lift at least 80lbs.

Must possess and maintain a clean and valid Cayman Islands Drivers License.

Must be willing to work days, nights, graveyard shift, weekends and holidays SALARY RANGE CI$4.50 per hour + gratuities Application forms available in the Executive Office or Email:tswaby@gcbs.ky Applicant should respond by FEBRUARY 3 2014 Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted directly ***NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE***

Mail your Resume with cover letter sheet to: PO BOX 126 Cayman Brac KY2-2001

CRC is seeking a full time Real Estate Support Assistant to join their professional team. If you meet the below requirements apply to start an exciting career in the real estate field • • • • • • • •

Must be Caymanian or legal resident Must have good knowledge of the Cayman Islands, history, government etc.

Must have good understanding of the real estate market.

Must have prior sales experience preferably in real states sales.

Must have a valid Cayman Island drivers license Must have own transportation Must be efficient in computers. Power point, Excel, Word, etc.

This is a commission base position with the above norm commission split plus other benefits bonuses

Email resume to info@crc.com.ky Only those applicants the meet the above will be contacted.

Or send to P.O.Box 1800 KY1- 1109

Tattoo Artist/Piercer needed for

• • • •

Tribe Tattoo.

Minimum 6 years experience in Tattooing and Piercing with a strong Portfolio Must be drug free and clean police record.

Must have flexible hours : able to work evenings, holidays and weekends Salary $1800 per month.

Please submit resume to: PO Box 31189 KY1 1205

On behalf of our client, Glass 3, we are now accepting applications for the following post: Now accepting applications for the following positions: LINE COOK/BAKER/ PASTRYMAN Required minimum of 5 year knowledge of bakery, and confectionary design, multi cuisine and kitchen knowledge.

Salary: US $7.75 per hr.

F&B SERVERS

Requirements: min 2-5 years F&B Server experience, with the ability to work in a fast paste setting. Knowledge of drink recipes would be an asset.

Salary: US $4.50hr+tips

KITCHEN HELPER Minimum 3 years experience needed, able to help with cooking and baking Salary: US $5.00 per hour

Sales Representative

Responsibilities include: • Administrative / sales support including liaising with customers and suppliers, creating purchase and sales orders, tracking orders, sourcing inventory, creating invoices and arranging deliveries.

• Tactical sales for glassware to existing customers • Any related tasks designated by the management of the company

The successful candidate must: • Be an organized professional, with excellent communication skills and proven experience in customer service primarily in the F&B industry.

• Be able to buy goods and /or services using the internet and have the skills to sell items or parts.

Salary: CI$5.00 – CI7.00 per hour plus pension and health care benefits.

Please forward CV’s and references to: P.O. Box 30291, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, KY1-1202.

N E C ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES REQUIRE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY STORE CLERK MIN. 15 YRS EXPERIENCE IN KNOWLEDGE OF ELETRICAL MATERIALS & EQUIPT.SALARY $10. PH APPLY BOX 11379 KY1-1008

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COORDINATING AND SUPERVISING EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS IN MAINTAINING THE #OMPANYlS 7ÂźRTSILÂź DIESEL MODEL GENERATORS AND WORKSHOP MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES

COORDINATING ORGANISING AND ASSISTING WITH THE TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE AND REFURBISHMENT OF DIESEL GENERATING UNIT COMPONENTS

SUPERVISING ALL 7ÂźRTSILÂź DIESEL RECIPROCATING GENERATION AND STANDBY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING WATER PUMPS OIL PUMPS FUEL PUMPS RADIATORS COOLERS GAUGES EXHAUST SYSTEMS AND AIR INTAKE FILTERS SYSTEMS

ORGANISING THE -ECHANICAL -AINTENANCE WORKSHOPS

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SCOTIABANK & TRUST (CAYMAN) LTD.

We invite written applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of:

Senior Manager Retail Banking

The Senior Manager Retail Banking is responsible for the success and profitability of the Retail network of Scotiabank & Trust (Cayman) Ltd. Developing, communicating and implementing the Bank’s local business and strategy goals are the main focus of this position. This is accomplished by building/optimizing markets, deepening customer relationships, expense optimization as well as managing reputational and operational risk. This position leads all Sales and Service team initiatives.

The Senior Manager Retail Banking is also responsible for the attraction, retention and development of human resources to execute business plans with a focus on management and high potential Branch Managers.

Required Skills: • Good understanding of Retail Banking activities. • Sound knowledge of Commercial, Corporate, Retail Banking, Trust, Mutual Funds and Private Banking. • Demonstrated analytical, presentation and communication skills. • Good knowledge of products and services offered by retail financial institutions. • A remarkable acumen in connecting financial business requirements to deliver profitable decisions. • Ability to command the respect and confidence of employees and customers.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: •

University degree with extensive Banking experience at the Management level.

A competitive compensation package in the salary range starting at CI$100,000.00 per annum.

Please apply by Manager, Human Resources Scotiabank & Trust (Cayman) Ltd. P.O. Box 689 Grand Cayman, KY1-1107 e-mail: Valerie.parsons@scotiabank.com

Only applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged

International Tile Co. Is in need of:

Multi-Lingual Purchaser

Qualifications: • Must have at least six (6) years of job related experience • Must have Cayman Drivers License and own transportation • Must be able to speak and write fluently in English, French, and Arabic.

Knowledge in other Languages will be a plus. • Must be able to exude confidence and demonstrate negotiation skills specially when dealing with suppliers.

Salary range: CI$ 1,800-2,000/month Commensurate to qualification and experience Benefits are in accordance with the Cayman Islands Health Insurance and Pension Laws.

We welcome applications ONLY from suitable Caymanians and Status holders Please mail CV to: International Tile Co. PO Box 11807 Grand Cayman KY1-1009 Cayman Islands accounts@itctile.net

Female Jazz Vocalist This position requires a minimum of 5 yrs solo experience performing jazz and pop standards. A suitable applicant must be proficient in reading lead sheets and working with small and large combos. The position requires availability for engagements during the week and willingness to perform late at night if the situation demands.

This is a part-time position on an irregular schedule, paying $50-$100 /hour.

Only Caymanians or persons legally resident will be considered.

Please send expressions of interest (preferably with a CD sound sample attached) to: The Director, Blue Water Productions Ltd. PO Box 654, Grand Cayman KY1-1107

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EMPLOYMENT International Tile Co. Is in need of:

Floor Tiler

NATURE TRAIL ANIMAL KEEPER Qualifications: Must have relevant degree

Skills: Applicant must be outgoing, creative, confident, self-motivated, and work well independently, as well as with others. Must possess knowledge and experience to work with birds and other animals, be a team player and have the ability to supervise and educate students and guest on animal behaviours and background. This is a full time position; you will be required to work unsociable hours including weekends and holidays. Responsibilities also include daily care, preparing diets & training and exhibit maintenance.

Salary $8-$10 C.I. hourly

HOUSEKEEPING STAFF

Qualifications: • Must have at least seven (7) years of job related experience • Must have necessary trade tools and own transportation • A very high level of skill and workmanship is absolutely imperative Salary range: CI$8-14/hour; Commensurate to qualification and experience

Benefits are in accordance with the Cayman Islands Health Insurance and Pension Laws.

We welcome applications ONLY from suitable Caymanians and Status holders

Education: Applicant should possess high school certificate and fluent in English language.

Skills: Must have knowledge and experience in working with the public in a professional manner. Must have at least 2 years experience in dealing with germicidal and mixing of chemicals; applicant should be very organized and work well unsupervised and a great team player, ability to work holidays and weekends a must.

Please mail CV to: International Tile Co. PO Box 11807 Grand Cayman KY1-1009 Cayman Islands accounts@itctile.net

Job description: Applicant will maintain and clean offices, gift shop, restroom and surroundings; will report to managers/supervisors to ensure task assigned are properly completed, inform managers/supervisor of inventory to ensure adequate supply. Should be able to lift 40 pounds.

Salary $5-$6.50 per hour.

DOLPHIN ASSISTANT/HANDLER Responsible for: Assisting in the daily preparation of the dolphin department, including being responsible for diet and husbandry of the marine mammal collection in accordance with Dolphin Cove’s goals and objectives.

Requirements: Diploma or Certificate or equivalent education in captive wildlife, animal husbandry or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Minimum 2 year experience, knowledge of Trainer Theory, Medical mammal procedures, Good understanding of marine mammals, advanced biology and ecology Able to lift approximately 50 pounds. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Applicants must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Fluent in English.

Salary $8.00-$10.00 C.I. Hourly

DOLPHIN HANDLER

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in captive wildlife, animal husbandry, wildlife or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Minimum 2 year experience working with marine mammals, medical mammal procedures, basic biology and ecology. Minimum 2 years’ experience working within an interactive setting. Operant conditioning general knowledge. Physically healthy and able to lift approximately 50 pounds. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Applicants must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Daily duties: Daily duties include, but are not limited to greeting and interacting with guests upon arrival; general husbandry of all animals; daily diet preparation; daily cleaning of lagoon, including scrubbing of walls; daily interactive programs; orientation and educate guest about excursion; maintain current trained behaviours.

Skills: Fluent in English.

Salary $8.00 - $10.00 C.I. hourly

LONGITUDE (CAYMAN) LTD.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to fill the following position: Accounting Clerk / Client Relationship Officer The successful applicant will be responsible for a full range of accounting and administrative work, to include verification of net asset value, preparation of financial statements and internal reports, daily maintenance of portfolio databases and analysis of potential investment opportunities. The applicant will also be expected to take an active role in Client Relations and Marketing.

Candidate must have at least an associate degree in accounting or equivalent from a recognised education institute and at least seven years of work experience in the field. Applicant must also have excellent computer and communication skills and willingness to work overtime to meet service deadlines.

The salary being offered is in the range of CI$55’000 - CI$66’000 per annum, depending upon qualification and experience, plus a discretionary bonus and statutory benefits.

Applicants should apply in writing with an up to date CV/resume to: Bodden & Bodden P.O. Box 10335 Grand Cayman KY1-1003 CAYMAN ISLANDS The closing date for application is February 7, 2014

FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVER/ TELEPHONE OPERATOR Education: Must possess high school diploma or at least 4 CXC passes including mathematics and English language. Fluent in English.

Duties & Responsibilities: Must have knowledge and experience of working with the public in a professional manner. Minimum 2 years experience in service industry, strong interpersonal and extended etiquette skills, knowledge in Microsoft office, quick books and POS system. Applicant should be confident, self-motivated, and work well independently, as well as with others. Understands the procedures and rules governing reservations and cancellation, guest list verification, provide information and personalized attention reception of guest. Must be organized, not flustered easily. Ability to work weekends and holidays; should be able to lift 40lbs; Salary: $6.00 - $8.00 per hour.

Caymanians and those with Caymanian Status are preferred Please forward detailed resume and covering letter to: Hr.cdc@hotmail.com OR Human Resources P.O. Box 285, KY1-1301 Grand Cayman

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Triple Dream Ltd. • • • • •

Deck Hand

Must have over 5 years on the Job Experience.

Must be able to tie sail Knowledge of mooring vessel First aid certification Prepare vessel so that its presentable for guest, before and after trips.

• Positive attitude.

• Work weekend and public holidays.

• Be punctual and assist captain.

Salary US $2300 per month Send resume: P.O.Box 187 KY1-1301 Grand Cayman

Urgently needed: 5 Child Care Assistants 2 Early Childhood Practitioners $700 to $900 p.m. +Benefits Please send resume to P.O. Box 1723 KY1-1109

Pilgrim Landscaping

In need of Gardener 5-10 years experience CI$6.00 per hr Benefits as per labour law Send Resume PO Box 401, KY1-1106 Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

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EMPLOYMENT

BE PART OF A TEAM…THE MARRIOTT WAY!

We are actively recruiting for the following positions. We are looking for candidates who can ensure the guests discover the grace and color of our intimate Grand Cayman experience and to take what is already great service, to new levels!

Our goal is to create a sense of luxury and hospitality that is overwhelming from the guests’ arrival to the time they leave our stunning, newly renovated property. If you feel you have what it takes to help us create the ultimate guest experience, then file your application online.

We invite applications from Assistant Director of Finance

Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting office and to assist the Director of Finance and Accounting in providing financial leadership to the business. Primary responsibilities include: financial analysis and financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and control, assets and liability reconciliation, working capital and cash control, assist with the capital expenditure plan (Return on Investment Analysis), owner relations and owner reporting. The successful candidate will be required to have at least 1 year of experience in a similar position.

CI $ 41,000 – CI $ 52,000 per annum

Events Manager

We seek an outstanding Events professional to join our fantastic team. The Events Manager will be responsible for handling groups and catering, preparation of all event documentation and coordination with sales and other hotel departments, and the customer, to ensure consistent, high level service throughout pre-event, event and post event phases of event. The Event Manager ensures all hotel events have a seamless turnover from sales to service back to sales. We are looking for an individual with the proven ability to recognize opportunities to maximize revenue opportunities by up-selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events.

The right candidate will be an effective operator with proven sales skills, knowledge of menu planning, food presentation, and banquet and event service operations.

The right candidate will have an ability to manage guest room and meeting space inventories, strong customer development and relationship management skills.

The candidate will have knowledge of overall hotel operations and previous knowledge of Event Technology products and services, financial management skills e.g., ability to understand P&L statements and manage operating budgets, forecasting and scheduling. The right candidate will be a strong communicator with problemsolving, organizational, influencing and presentation skills. The successful candidate will be required to have at least 1 or 2 years of experience in a similar position and to have Event management experience. A Bachelor’s Degree and knowledge of Reservations and accounting procedures will be preferred. A working knowledge of Opera and SFA would be beneficial. The successful candidate must be able to work on evenings, weekends and public holidays.

CI $ 30,000 – CI $ 40,000 per annum

Administrative Assistant

Responsible to assist the senior management team with a variety of tasks, with specific control of the communication processes, reports and record keeping. The successful candidate should have: Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Fluency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat); Superb organizational skills; attention to detail; a professional and friendly phone, email, and in-person personality; have the ability to work in a fast paced environment and under pressure; ability to handle multiple tasks; experience supporting multiple groups or departments; superior written and verbal communication - including the ability to write quickly and accurately. Experience in the Hospitality industry and a second language would be a plus as would the flexibility to work on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Experience Desired Min: 18 months in similar position.

This position will be available to apply on January 29th, 2014.

CI$8.00 – CI$10.00 per hour plus house gratuities

Rooms Manager

Responsible for successfully executing all operations in the room’s area departments (including Front Office, Engineering/Maintenance and Housekeeping) and managing staff. The successful candidate is responsible for continually improving guest and associate satisfaction and maximizing the financial performance of the department and ensure that standards and procedures are being followed. The successful candidate must have at least 3 to 4 years of experience in the Guest Services, Front Desk, Housekeeping and related areas and a Degree in Hotel and restaurant Management or Hospitality.

CI $ 45,000 – CI $ 65,000 per annum

Kindly submit your application thru February 12th, 2014 www.marriott.com/careers Deadline of application is February 12th, 2014 While we accept and review all applications, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Cayman Screen Print Sales Associate

Cayman Screen Print searches for ambitious Fulltime sales agents to help sell 100% Cayman Inspired and designed apparel and accessories and to Meet and Greet and Educate customers at special events and our established retail store.

This job involves tabling at storefronts, festivals, trade shows, concerts, and sporting events. Must be able to work 40 hours plus if needed and own transportation would be greatly appreciated but not mandatory. $6 per hour plus commission.

Email resume to: caymanscreenprint@yahoo.com

Island Naturals Cafe invites Caymanian applicants to apply for the position of :

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Roger Lam, D.O.B. 10/8/1943, please call collect Danielle Belisle at (613) 747-7800 Ext. 2084.

HEALTH SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE Candidates must possess the following qualifications and skills: • Bachelor’s Degree in health or education related field, Master’s preferred • Minimum 5 years’ experience in teaching/promoting health, nutrition and wellness • Strong knowledge of vegan, organic and all-natural diets, lifestyle and products • Sales/retail experience and knowledge of social media & marketing preferred • Knowledge of organic cosmetics and experience with application preferred • Willing to work late nights, weekends & holidays if needed • Valid Driver’s License Salary CI$3500 plus commission (and statutory benefits).

Send resumes to islandnaturals@live.com

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EMPLOYMENT Graphic Designer Position Available On behalf of Fountainhead, we are now accepting applications for the following post: Interactive Communications (Technical) Sales Representative This role will be to develop and project manage the full strategy and development of best practice digital infrastructures, covering multiple channels and audience segments, and including websites, SEM, analytics and reporting, content, social media reporting and activity, and email marketing.

The ideal candidate will: • hold a marketing related degree and vocational qualifications • Be able to work unsociable hours to meet client deadlines • Have considerable international brand communication experience • preferably have an in depth knowledge of HTML5, CSS, PHP, Wordpress and Joomla. Familiarity of Creative Suite software.

Salary: US$28,000 - $32,000 per annum plus pension and health care benefits.

We are looking for a Caymanian, a Permanent Resident with right to work or a status holder.

Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Art, Graphic or Web Design or equivalent of. Must be highly proficient in pre-press/print production.

You need to have experience in and be able to use proficiently: Current Adobe products including: Creative Suite including: Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, AfterEffects & InDesign. (other software knowledge is beneficial) Web experience would be beneficial with knowledge in HTML, XHTML, Flash, AJAX, PHP, CSS, ASP, MySql, Silverlight and Java Script.

Must have: 5 Years experience and be willing to work on evenings, weekends & holidays and be on-call as needed, have own transportation, & clean driving and police records.

Pay range: $12-$15/hr. email resume: info@fshdesign.com | submit online: fshdesign.com or mail to: PO Box 546 Grand Cayman, KY1-1502 | NO PHONE CALLS! Application Deadline: 31 January 2014

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Savannah Primary and Cayman Prep to defend titles Supporters of “the powerful game” were treated to a youth football spectacle this past Saturday as the semi finals in the 2013/2014 CUC Primary Football League (PFL) took centre stage at the Annex Field. To add to the excitement, there were plenty of wonderful goals, last minute heroics, brilliant goal keeping, and great team camaraderie.

Under 9 Consolation Cup: In the Under 9 Consolation Cup, due to a number of unavoidable reasons, George Town Primary was unable to field a full team and therefore had to forfeit their semi final encounter to Red Bay Primary.

In the second semi final, Bodden Town Primary defeated Truth For Youth 2-1 with Jacobi Tugman opening the scoring for the victors in the 5th minute and Breshawn McLean sealing the victory in the 36th minute.

Truth For Youth staged a late comeback after Keon Jennings pulled a goal back in the 43rd minute but the “boys in blue” left it too late and ultimately ran out of time.

In the Under 9 Consolation Cup Final, defending champions Bodden Town Primary will face Red Bay Primary.

Under 9 Champions Cup: Defending Under 9 champions Savannah Primary secured their place in the final after overcoming St. Ignatius Prep 3-0 thanks to two goals from Jacquan Wray and a solitary strike from Dylan Hernandez.

Savannah Primary will face Cayman Prep in the final for the second year running after the Prep boys came from behind to defeat Sir John A. Cumber Primary 2-1.

“Small man” Shaunjay Bodden

opened the scoring in the 29th minute for Sir John A. Cumber capping off a great run with a sublime finish only to see Tom Byrne equalise two minutes later and then secure the victory five minutes later in the 36th minute with his second strike of the game.

In the Under 9 Champions Cup final, Savannah Primary will play Cayman Prep in a repeat of last year’s final and Sir John A. Cumber will take on St. Ignatius Prep in the third-place game.

Under 11 Consolation Cup: In the Under 11 Consolation Cup semi finals, Truth For Youth avenged their Under 9 team’s loss to Bodden Town Primary with a 4-2 victory with Kenneth Challenger grabbing two goals in the 18th and 41st minutes and Oscar Hernandez securing the

win in the 21st and 55th minutes.

Bodden Town’s Under 9 hero Jacobi Tugman kept it interesting with two of his own goals in the 56th and 61st minutes, the latter from the penalty spot, but it was too little too late.

In the second semi final, Red Bay Primary secured a place in the final following their enthralling 4-3 victory over a “never say die” Cayman International School side. ‘New Red Bay boy’ Brad Lansdell scored three goals adding to Alejandro Holness’ penalty to secure the victory for his new school.

Cayman International fought valiantly and came from 2-0 down and 3-2 down to almost take the game into overtime before Lansdell settled this exciting encounter in the final minute. Cayman International’s

Johnathan Rado (2) and Francisco Magno scored their team’s goals.

In the Under 11 Consolation Cup final, Truth For Youth take on Red Bay Primary.

Under 11 Champions Cup: Defending Under 11 champions Cayman Prep were in top form for the second week running with a comfortable 5-0 win over South Sound Schools in the first semi final.

Igor Magalhaes, Max Palmer, Victor Thompson and Harrison Hew added to Kiran Connolly-Badeo’s own goal to complete the scoring.

In the second semi final, Sir John A. Cumber and St. Ignatius scrapped, battled and fought for 80 minutes through regulation time and overtime without anyone finding the back of the net.

Sir John A. Cumber’s Omar

St. Ignatius Prep (purple) will face Cayman Prep (blue) in the Under 11 Champions Cup Final.

Bodden and St. Ignatius’ Kai Dobbin were exceptional between the posts with both youngsters making some key saves throughout the game.

Ironically, it would be up to one of these fine young players to decide this encounter as the game moved into penalties.

St. Ignatius’ Jonah Sigsworth and Corey Smith made no mistake with their penalties but Omar Bodden turned away Daniel River’s effort.

Likewise, Daniel Wallace and Jahrion Bodden scored for Sir John A. Cumber but Kai Dobben thwarted Rashaad Powery’s attempt and the score after the penalty shootout remained a tie at 2-2.

Onto sudden death penalties and Liam Walton from St. Ignatius Prep made no mistake to put his school in front. Up stepped Malik Gordon for Sir John A. Cumber but found Kai Dobbin up to the task as he pushed young Gordon’s effort over the bar much to the delight of his ecstatic team mates.

St. Ignatius had survived, defeating their opponents from West Bay 3-2.

In this weekend’s final, St. Ignatius Prep will face defending champions Cayman Prep in the Under 11 Champions Cup and Sir John A. Cumber Primary will play South Sound Schools for third place.

As always, special thanks to the officials Shakur Welcome and Chastine Rankine and to sponsors Progressive Distributors.

The finals, third-placed games and trophy presentations for the 2013/2014 CUC PFL Playoffs are scheduled for this Saturday, January 25 beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Annex Field.

Dressage show set to feature ‘Ray of Light’ Members of the Cayman Islands Equestrian Federation’s will showcase their flatwork skills in a National Dressage Show, which has been upgraded this year to a ‘CDN’.

A CDN is a dressage show that has at least two Federation Equestre International (FEI) qualified judges from overseas. The CIEF is hosting this show as a CDN so that Jessica McTaggart Giuzio and her horse Ray of Light can use the show as one of two qualifiers for the Central American and Caribbean Games (CAC), which take place in Veracruz, Mexico in July 2014.

The CAC Games are held every four years and incorporate many sports, including the equestrian sports of dressage, show jumping and eventing. Ms Giuzio hopes to qualify for the dressage competition, as she did in 2010, when Puerto Rico was the host of the CAC Games. There are six individual dressage competitor spots up for grabs in the region. To win a spot, riders are judged on the results of two events at which they obtain a ‘Certificate of Capability’.

A Certificate of Capability may be obtained at an FEI approved event, being either a ‘CDN’ or a ‘CDI’. Each rider must obtain a score of 62 per cent or higher in the Prix St George dressage test.

Jessica McTaggart Giuzio on Ray of Light.

A second CDN will be hosted in Cayman in March, when riders from the island compete against their Caribbean neighbours in the FEI’s World Dressage Challenge. Ms Giuzio will be able to use this as her second CDN qualifier.

“I am really thrilled and grateful to the CIEF for hosting two qualifiers

this year to help me towards my CAC goals,” said Ms Giuzio. “Qualifying for, and travelling to the CAC Games is such a huge expense and now the games feel that much closer because I am able to qualify at home,” she added.

International judges Kjell Myhre from Norway and Ricardo Rojas from Costa Rica will be on island

Dressage star Anja Van Genderen.

Dressage star Anja Van Genderen.

for the CDN. Mr Myrhe is now a regular annual visitor to Cayman, having judged this show for several years. He is a level four FEI Judge and was President of the Ground Jury for the Paralympic Equestrian at London 2012. Ricardo Rojas is a level 3 FEI Judge and has extensive judging experience in the Caribbean and around the world.

Other riders have a number of options in competing at the show.

Beginners can start their dressage journey by showing the introductory USDF B and C tests, designed to teach the basics of flatwork. Those

hoping to qualify for the FEI World Dressage Challenge, to be held in Cayman at the beginning of March, can show any of the FEI tests. Riders thinking further ahead can show any of the USEF tests introduced for the first time this year for the Caribbean Equestrian Association's Dressage Competition in May, an event won

by Cayman's riders last year.

The show starts at 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, 26 January at the Equestrian Centre on Linford Pierson Highway.

Entry is free and everyone is welcome to support the Cayman riders.

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