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CONTENTS

Ranked Countries Of The World

Relationship For Handling Fitness Issues

International Labor Organization & Its Role For Rights...

Event calendar May 2022

The Link That Matters In This Ag

to Keep Women in the Workforce

& How It Saves Mother Earth

The Canadian real estate market predictions in the year 2022

Why Office Life Has Changed Forever

How much value does a finished basement add?

EDITOR'S LETTER Dear Readers, April is here with 77th edition of MBE Business Magazine. May is springtime in Canada, and it is a nice time to explore the outdoors. In this month, the temperatures are mild and there are plenty of sunshine and rain showers to be enjoyed depending on the region you are planning to visit. Temperatures are quite similar in Vancouver on the west coast and Toronto in the east, while higher regions including Banff are much colder at this time of year.

Publisher MB Enterprises Editor-in-chief Aurora Zabala Senior Editor Peter Z. Vaisey Managing Editors Steve Montgomery Mahmood Naqvi Design Cynthia Tolson A. Khan

In this issue, life is the real opportunity every single minute by Mr. Mansoor Naqvi. Post pandemic placement opportunities & how to make the best usage of your talent after covid-19 article by Mr. Mahmood. Significance attached with dress code while working in a corporate environment article is shared by Mr. Alamdar Hussain.

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Life Is The Real Opportunity Every Single Minute

SYED MANSOOR NAQVI

PRESIDENT MBE

single step and every single minute of your life. It depends on

OPEN UP YOUR EYES & SEE HOW YOU ACHIEVE YOUR TASKS:

how positive you are in terms of the outcomes and how you

Be more transparent while you open up your eyes to see

take the challenges of life. You have to have a strategy to

things more clearly. Let’s see how you can achieve your daily

improve things, improvise and plan ahead for better results.

tasks while analyzing the challenges that life presents you. It’s

For those who love life, it is truly the real opportunity, every

obviously not a piece of cake, but what matters is how It simply doesn’t matter much wherever you are. Whether you

serious you are. Your level of seriousness and your approach

are in Canada or you are in the United States. What matters

in perceiving your tasks can turn it into a piece of cake. Jot

is how you take your goals and how serious you are in terms

down your daily agendas on a piece of paper or alternatively

of the desired outcomes. The location can’t hinder your

something like a new year’s resolution, will be more powerful

thinking one single bit if you have the correct knowledge of

for your future outcomes.

how to handle life's challenges. As a result, you will be in a better position for handling success.

Just sit, relax and ponder a bit for what needs to be done to make it safer and achievable. Do whatever it takes so that you

Success handling is not an easy thing, as it can even divert

have it clear in your mind what you need to do before you

from the real goals. However, if you can handle success with

take a mandatory step. Every step is vital for your future and

ease, it will make you more passionate to make success a

holds for you more professional and sounder opportunities.

habit.

BE MORE OPTIMISTIC REGARDING YOUR OPPORTUNITIES:

MAKE BEST USE OF YOUR OPPORTUNE MOMENTS EVERYDAY:

Be more optimistic and positive for your vision & opportunities

Make the best use of your opportunities every single day. Why

which can get hurt if your thinking is not aligned. Alternatively,

does everyday matter? Simply because it’s a necessity to

if you’re thinking is not in the right direction as direction

develop habits of success rather than habits of failure. For

matters sometimes more than your efforts. However, with

those who love to have success every day, success is a habit

efforts and directions combined together you can have a

for them. Just like being on time in a board meeting or

more optimistic vision. Furthermore, a larger than life

presenting your clients with the best presentation is a habit

approach towards your everyday goals of success.

for you. Hence, little habits can turn into success while minimizing the failures of your life. You won’t even notice that,

While we talk about one's vision more, we have to realize that

but the difference will be felt by others who have been

a positive energy puts you in a better place for the sake of

observing you in your life. Your peers and colleagues will

getting to your targets. It’s your optimistic approach that

notice the change and will find it to be an appreciable one for

counts forever and turns you into a real star. Ultimately, in the

a sustainable future.

end a shining one, so that you can be an example of success for others.

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The habits you have developed for success will surely

By line of action, we mean the best line of action. Not a line of

become an asset for your own good, your career needs and

action that can possibly fail you. Something that makes you

your daily outcomes. The difference is unique, it’s energizing

feel relaxed for your future milestones.

and it feels good as it makes you a candidate for higher success. The day it starts giving you rich dividends will be the

LIFE IS NOT A BED OF ROSES:

best day for you and that will start the revolution for success

‘Life is not a bed of roses, but rather a bed of thorns’, for

from within. It’s the ultimate power of your subconscious that

those who think that way for their life. Ironically, for them it’s

stores success in you every single day. The amazing thing is

the challenge that fuels them for success every single day.

the energy it gives you for more success and more aligned

They can’t lose! As for them it's not about winning or losing,

goals on a daily basis.

it’s about taking the daily challenges of life and never take things for granted. This is true for both your corporate life, i.e.

BE THANKFUL TO WHAT LIFE PRESENTS YOU:

career and your personal life. Vitally, as both lives are linked

Whatever it takes, and whatever it gives you back, life is the

together for attaining the true meaning of success.

best thing that you can be thankful for. Your thankfulness will cultivate the next line of action within you. Surprisingly, you will be more clear with regards to how you have to devise a strategy for your future goals. Hence, not only a strategy but a winning strategy as well. Something that makes you feel merrier for what you have achieved.

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Post pandemic placement opportunities & how to make the best usage of your talent after COVID-19 SYED MAHMOOD NAQVI Vice President | MB Enterprises

The world has gone through in a little

themselves quarantined due to the

focus that was halted during the

more than two years, a world wide

effects of the pandemic.

period of the pandemic. There is room

pandemic which has resulted in a

for better work placements in Canada

number of job losses. We are not just

The epidemic that originated from

and the key reason is the number of

focused on Canada while we tackle

China was found responsible for a

companies that are hiring to make up

job issues closely. There have been

number of deaths internationally and

for the losses of the past years.

issues all over the globe, especially

was indeed a cause of many business

Canada has certainly seen some low

the economies that have been really

failures. However, things are getting

times in terms of the hiring graph that

sound in terms of work placements.

back to normal for people in terms of

has shown a huge decline. However,

For many people looking for

business opportunities and for many

it’s a good time for the recovery to

placements, it's a good opportunity in

people in terms of new placement

take place with immediate effect.

disguise. Particularly, as we move

opportunities.

There are larger opportunities to work

further away from the effects of the

online as well as make a career switch

WHY IT IS THE BEST TIME TO INVEST IN YOUR CAREER?

which can be feasible as ‘the right

definitely created history. By history, we mean stats and numbers that have

It truly is the best time to make an

looking for a career switch, it will be a

shown massive figures of deaths &

investment in your career as progres-

good investment for you considering

people who got the virus & had to get

sion is every body’s big dream and a

the circumstances than it would have

pandemic, Coronavirus which has

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time is the bright time’. If you are

MBE BUSINESS MAGAZINE MAY 2022

been two years before. Ironically, two

minimizing the number of losses due

market. These are markets that just

years before wasn’t the most ideal

to the pandemic. This shows that for

require a decent understanding and

circumstances for a career switch.

business owners things have been in

surely in a few years you can make a

However, fortunately enough the

a much better place than for those

good fortune. Just like two and two

circumstances are better placed in

people who were working in different

makes four, business is the ultimate

these times post pandemic.

sectors as employee or workers.

change for your brighter future, post

AS A BUSINESS OWNER, INVESTING IN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IS THE BEST CHOICE:

Fortunately, the business owners have

pandemic. been able to bounce back at a much

TRAVEL LESS & EARN MORE:

faster rate and the results have been

Let’s capitalize on this idea for making

As a business owner, we believe

incredible in Canada. Therefore, as a

good money, i.e. travel less and earn

ideally that business is still the best

business owner, it's my perspective

more. Businesses these days are

choice for more sustainable results.

that people should invest in new

switching to this notion just for the

Surely, we can call it sustainable

businesses after the pandemic and

sake of good recovery and better

rather than being affectionate as

lookout for what they have with them

sustenance. This is possible via

business makes a person secure

in the Pandora box. Just open the box

working online and making moves that

before reaping the profits of your

and you won't find yourself in a

count for you, rather than just wasting

investments.

position of disarray or confusion.

your energies.

Something that is for sure, is that you Stats & numbers accordingly claim

won’t get the surprise punch since the

We have witnessed many ups and

that there were a number of business-

pandemic Covid-19 has left us with

downs due to the pandemic, and now

es that got shutdown in the period of

few effects that still needs to be

it’s the time to analyze the situation

the pandemic. To cover these losses

encountered.

much better. As they say, believe in

for small and medium entrepreneur's

the best and prepare for the worst.

and the new business owners there

Canada is surely a land of many

Similarly, keep an eye on what

were various loan recovery programs

business opportunities and is an

happened during the pandemic and

that were announced by the Canadian

investment haven. People with a

likewise make good moves for the

Government. Some prominent

decent business background must

future with optimistic results. It is

examples of these recovery programs

surely invest in such opportunities,

definitely a learning experience for

are CERB & WSP. Thus, the motive

especially if they want to make a big

those who are business owners & the

was common, i.e. rapid recovery and

name for themselves in the Canadian

young guns of tomorrow.

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SIGNIFICANCE ATTACHED WITH DRESS CODE WHILE WORKING IN A CORPORATE ENVIRONMENT SYED ALAMDAR HUSSAIN

Country Head - MB Enterprises

Dress code in the corporate environ-

ignored in any way, as lack of

code always counts in terms of your

ment is not only a key requirement of

discipline can even prove to be costly

image building & profiling. It not only

the corporate business world, but it is

at times.

gives you the self-confidence, but also

a vital means to convey your thinking

the confidence and attitude of

& approach. Also, a statement of

It is the dress code that is the

decision making. Vitally, as decision

success that is more professional in

difference between you & someone

making is something that needs to be

terms of where you work & how

who is a bit casual in terms of the

smart for all individuals in the corpo-

seriously you work for a company or

professional aspects. Looking smart at

rate arena.

an organization. Irrespective of the

work, with your hair properly combed

fact that you are working for someone,

and gelled as well as your shoes

Ironically, as something said - a

or you are working for your own

smartly polished and your coat clean

speech orated in front of a huge

company, a dress code is a symbolic

and tidy. Everything, which makes you

audience in an informal wear holds far

behavior that is detrimental in terms of

a good candidate to look smart while

lesser impact than a high quality dress

the results. Your first impression in

delivering. Hence, whether it’s a

code. At the end of the day, it’s the

most cases is your last one, whether

presentation at the client side or you

impact that counts forward.

it’s an interview or a client meeting.

need to deliver a speech while being a

Your level of discipline can’t be

CEO of your company, your dress

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DEMONSTRATES YOUR ATTITUDE AT WORK:

For some organizational cultures, a formal office attire is a

Truly demonstrates your shining attitude at work which is a

mandatory thing, while for few it is something that is relaxing.

mandatory aspect. A dress code not only helps in changing

Hence, both have a unique and distinguished statement to

your attitude from being ignorant to being someone far more

make in terms of goal analysis. Don’t mix culture with

effective & efficient. It sums up that you do care for how you

organizational culture dress code, as the two are both very

look at work and in front of the most wanted clients. If you are

different in terms of the industry demands.

someone in customer service, it is indeed the first point of contact for your professionalism at the workplace. It’s the

PART & PARCEL OF THE MEETING PREFERENCES:

workplace that not only defines the attitude but as well as the

As they say, in the business world there is never a dull

mannerism in which you conduct your work.

moment provided you don’t ignore the preferences. The part and parcels of the meeting preferences is important with the

DRESS FOR SUCCESS- ‘A VITAL PRE-REQUISITE’:

way you look, i.e. your dress code for a meeting. It’s a unique

As an employee, dress for success is indeed a huge

demo in front of your client that how seriously you take them.

statement that holds many key things together. A mammoth

A huge necessity for the general outlook.

part of your body language is in the phrase ‘Dress for success’, which simply aligns your mind with your body and

IS IT REALLY THE CODE OF SUCCESS?

your thinking at work. Importantly, dress for success, is also a

A question that people ask themselves when they are moving

gesture of professionalism that is a necessity to make an

up the ladder in a corporate environment. Is it really the code

impression. Especially, when it’s time to ‘make or break’, it’s

of success or something of a formality? A clear & most

the ‘Dress for success’ that makes you a number one

concise answer is that a dress code matters for your future

candidate in taking the edge.

success agendas. Whether it’s a psychological impact or an impact that makes you sustainable in terms of the targets. A

DRESS IS A KEY PART OF THE ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE:

dress code determines where you need to be in future.

Surprisingly true, but there are many people who keep asking themselves, why it’s a key part of the organizational culture?

Your code of success might also rely on many other

An attire defines the statement that an organization makes

variables, but as a matter of fact, it also relies to some extent

while delivering results every day. It’s the attire that differenti-

towards your dress code. Ironically, increases your reliability

ates the professional attitude in terms of the organizational

aspects as well as the amount of trust that people have on

goals.

you as a corporate worker.

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DIGITAL COMPETITIVENESS & Top Ranked Countries Of The World DIGITAL MEDIA MARKETING MB Enterprises The digital competitiveness is the

technology is concerned. The next five

competitiveness with the help of stats

ability of a country to excel regards to

in list of top ten includes Switzerland,

and calculations based on factual

digital technologies and it’s usage at

Netherlands, Taiwan, Norway and

results. The European countries

both the private and governmental

UAE. Taiwan and United Arab

excels in the list of top sixty and a key

level. These technologies have

Emirates are a huge surprise in the

reason is technological know-how and

changed the way economies operate

list of top ten which means digital

improved computer literacy. Digital

in terms of database management,

competitiveness is a high level priority

competitiveness measures the

and communications via usage of

for the two Asian countries.

development of an innovative process

digital media & digital empowerment.

that allows companies to improve their

Top five of the countries in the list of

The digital competitiveness implies

top sixty includes two nations from

the central role of new technologies in

Scandinavia as the region is excelling

the transformation of Government &

fast in usage of internet & digital

business processes, as well in ways in

LATEST TRENDS IDENTIFIED BY THE IMD:

technologies for day-to-day business

which societies interacts. These are

The IMD is the Institute for Manage-

& non-business activities. Thus, the

ranks and positions that are based on

ment Development and the Swiss

United States, Hong Kong, Sweden,

the World Classification of Digital

based organization has defined three

Denmark and Singapore are the ones

Competitiveness that is prepared by

general trends since 2021. These are

that holds the top five slots according

IMD, i.e. Institute for Management

trends regards to the latest facts and

to digital competitiveness. The

Development. The organization is

figures regarding Digital Competitive-

competitiveness part is a leading

based in Switzerland and holds the

ness.

factor as far as the advancements in

responsibility of measuring the digital

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services to customers.

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The counties that are in the top positions in the rankings are

USA, Hong Kong and Sweden while the Scandinavian nation

the ones that keep fostering the constant development of

was also in the list of least affected due to the pandemic.

knowledge-intensive economy. These are countries that holds capabilities of exploring, adopting, and producing the digital

The results have been so positive and have shown that how

technologies at scale. Also, regards to the creative aspects,

digital competitiveness of nations have helped them sustain

innovating the way companies and the Govt. operate along

in the times of the most affected pandemic. Also, in terms of

with the interactions with the society. Knowledge-based

the awareness levels, digital competitiveness have been

economies are increasing fast and a big reason is the

realized to a much larger extent. Thus, the pandemic has also

contributions of a company to technological advancements

made digital competitiveness more valuable and results

with regards to digital upbringing and developments.

based as it was before.

Another key trend from the three trends identified is that its

The changes in the rankings from 2020 to 2021 are also due

digital competitiveness also benefits from strong performance

to the number of people from the pandemic as these results

in talent in training and education. This can be the basis or

matter for the nations and its people. United Kingdom is

the building block of the digital development that contributes

another country that was ranked in 2020 at number 13, has

largely to digital competitiveness.

moved to number 14, and the results have seen to be affected due to the pandemic. Although, the rank seems good

The last of the trends identified have shown performances

enough, but the change in the ranks is evident to the fact that

specifically to varying degrees. The leading companies

it is the 3rd most affected nation from the global pandemic. A

maintain their digital competitiveness through their

disease that has hurt the course of events of many countries

future-proof performance. Particularly, by being adaptable and

and most of them are global economies.

by being agile. Agility is a key factor in measuring & maintaining digital competitiveness.

Canada ranks just above United Kingdom in the list, i.e. 13th in the year 2021, and it has moved one place ahead from

DIGITAL COMPETITVENESS & THE PANDEMIC:

2020, i.e. 12th. The country is expected to rise in the ranks

The last year’s pandemic has proved to a huge extent that

next year, due to the larger number of realizations regards to

how digital competitiveness has helped countries perform.

the digital competitiveness.

Especially, in times of lock down while working from home, as the Top ranked countries have been in the list of top countries

The rankings not only matter in terms of the usage, however,

that have worked from home with success. United States was

as well as the capabilities regards to the competitive nature of

the country that was most affected in terms of the results of

digital technologies. Finally, there is no doubt that ‘Digital

most affected nations due to the pandemic. Despite of these

Upbringing’ is the new world order.

results a huge number of people have worked from home in

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Exercise & Sleep,

A Unique Relationship For Handling Fitness Issues

DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Exercising & better sleep habits have a unique relationship

physical exercises that can be vital in improving the sleep

that is mandatory for the better handling of fitness problems.

patterns. However, while the benefits are immense, the two

Yes, there is a relationship that is a vital binding which is

key factors that are important are timing and the intensity

mandatory in handling the fitness related problems. Alterna-

level. According to the current guidelines vigorous exercise is

tively, one can term it as a ‘connection’ or an interlinking that

not recommended within three hours of your bedtime. The

is highly needed for much improved health. Trust me, you

relationship is unique in more ways one can find out, howev-

won’t need any drugs or medication or any other artificial

er, it’s a fact that exercise influences sleep on both physical

means for having your sleep. There are more natural ways

as well as mental level.

that are proven scientifically for best results.

EXERCISING MAKES YOU TIRED:

A massive percentage, i.e. approximately one-third of

Any kind of physical activity makes you tired and at the end of

Americans don’t get enough sleep on a very regular basis.

the day you will be more ready for your sleep mentally as well

However, a decent exercise every day, or a walk for at least

as physically. The pressure that develops after all the day’s

an hour improved their sleep patterns according to a research

activity along with exercise at night, builds a pressure. This

report. These results are particularly true for the Americans

pressure is called homeostatic sleep drive and increases

who are adults as well as those with chronic diseases. Hence,

while you are awake. As the pressure builds up, the best way

the relationship is bidirectional which means two different

is to handle the pressure right before its peak and time your

directions for one goal, i.e. better results in terms of the

sleep habits likewise.

health issues. As part of the health guidelines, if you are having sleep issues, doctors suggest slight cardio and

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Sleeping is a natural phenomenon that resets your sleep

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drive, which begins anew as soon as you get awake the

mode to another that you need to accomplish with ease and

following day. Hence, as far as the quality of sleep is

much better ways.

concerned, an exercise is the best way to improve the quality.

EXERCISING HELPS YOU FALL ASLEEP MUCH FASTER:

MORNING EXERCISING IS BEST FOR THE SLEEP: The morning exercises is best for the sleep as compared to

Exercising at a time just before two to two and a half hours

night. However, in terms of the results, the results are evident

before bedtime will make you sleep faster. No need to count

in both. But, having a jogging session just before going to

the stars on the sky, while you wait for the sleep, as better

work or a morning walk for people who are aged will show

exercise according to your body needs, shall make you sleep

best results in terms of the sleep patterns. The sleep patterns

faster. A solution to your sleep problems as moderate

can get disturbed easily if the exercises are conducted at

exercise after a tiring day makes you all ready for a good

abnormal times, or variable times on daily basis. Morning

night’s sleep.

exercise also affects your heart rate, but not in the same way as in the evening time.

According to research, Pre-sleep anxiety is a very common experience for many people particularly those with sleep

Researchers have found with clear evidences that conducting

issues, like insomnia. Moderate exercising or even moderate

an exercise earlier in the day gives the body ample time to

walks can easily alleviate the symptoms of anxiety through

calm down. In addition to the body getting calm down it lets

biological as well as psychological means.

the parasympathetic nervous system kick in. Thus, making your nervous system more relaxed and ready for the sleep.

Psychologically, it makes your brain ready to go in sleep

Hence, as a result the morning exercise is believed to

mode, as your satisfaction level increases due to the amount

produce far more restful sleep as compared to the evening

of hard work conducted before sleep. Thus, psychologically

exercise. Finally, a very moderate walking session in the

you become more ready to kick start your sleep woes.

evening or night will be best for an excellent sleep at night.

The various types of exercises that are used to improve the sleep includes aerobic exercises, resistance training, meditation, Yoga, and Tai Chi. The mind body exercise such as Yoga and Tai Chi are more effective and more beneficial in terms of the results. Exercising the mind as well as the body may enable more restful sleep. It’s the transformation from one

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INTERNATIONAL LABOR ORGANIZATION & ITS ROLE FOR RIGHTS OF INT. LABOR DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

ILO also known as International labor

productive framework for a fair

modern ages. Most of the countries in

organization has a highly improved

globalization. Moreover, as globaliza-

the list of nine nations are a key

and a constructive role regards to the

tion is a high level need of the current

participant and role players in the

rights of International labor. The

era as well as Globalization has been

World War, i.e. World War I and World

organization just celebrated its 100th

a phenomenon that is key for

War II. The history and the constitu-

Anniversary in 2019, i.e. three years

progress of many developed and

tion have a key & a constructive

back. The previous ten decades the

developing economies.

relationship, apart from the crisis of

organization has been highly active &

World War I.

effective while playing its role for the

The constitution of the ILO was

rights of labor and the working class

drafted when it came into existence,

globally. The organization’s history

i.e. 1919 by the Labor Commission.

TRANSFORMATION INTO BEING A GLOBAL ORGANIZATION:

not only dates back to 1919, but also

This commission was chaired by

In the year 1946, the ILO became a

to some events just after 1910, i.e.

Samuel Gompers, head of the

specialized agency of the newly

era of the World War I. It also has its

American Federation of Labor (AFL),

formed United Nations. David Morse,

preferences that are linked up with

in the USA. A commission that was

the American National was the

‘The Great Depression’. Apart from

composed of the most vital econo-

Director General of ILO from

the events of Great Depression, the

mies of that time which included

1948-1970, a period when the

creation of Solidarnosc in Poland and

USA, UK, Italy, Belgium, Japan,

number of the member states

finally over apartheid in South Africa.

Cuba, Czechoslovakia, France and

doubled as well as the period when

In recent times, the organization is

Poland. Most of the economies are

the organization took over its

dedicated for the sake of ethical and

also key ones in current times, i.e. the

universal character. Thus, it was a

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period of key transformation for the global organization that

In May 2012, Guy Ryder from United Kingdom was elected

has performed many roles apart from the global initiatives.

as the tenth Director General of ILO and was later re-elected

The Industrialized countries became minorities amongst the

for the next term in November 2016. Sir Ryder believes that

developing countries and the role of the organization got

decent work for everyone is possible, however, the societies

even more detrimental and far more effective.

have to make it happen. It’s the role of the Governments from nations to make people realize the importance of work, apart

The ILO on part of its realizations and objectives established

from the role of the society. He is also the current Director

the Geneva-based International Institute for Labor Studies

General of ILO, thus making it a decade since he was

and the Int. training center in Turin in the year 1965. It also

elected as Director General.

won the Nobel Peace prize for its efforts for International

Some other key member reps. of ILO as Director Generals

Labor on its 50th Anniversary in the year 1969. A period that

from around the world also includes Belgium’s Michael

started a new era in terms of the developments.

Hansenne and Chile’s Juan Somavia.

The next Director-General of the ILO was a British national Sir Wilfred Jenks, and his role in further advancing ILO

FUTURE AGENDAS & ROLES FOR INTERNATIONAL LABOR RIGHTS:

internationally towards global agendas is much appreciated

As part of its future agendas & role for the Int. labor rights, it

in the history books. In his era, the ILO advanced further in

is imperative that ILO keeps playing its part regards to the

the development of standards and the mechanisms for

Int. developments. The rights of labor are a prime concern,

supervision of applications. This includes particularly the

especially in most of the developing world. These are

promotion of freedom of association and the right to organ-

countries where the labor is exploited & their rights are highly

ize. His successor to the throne of Director General of ILO

ignored. Therefore, the organization needs to realize what

was a Frenchman by the name of Francis Blanchard. He was

needs to be done on a far more globalized note. Especially,

a key player in the expansion of ILO’s technical cooperation

in terms of the awareness on Government level as well as

with the developing world. The developing economies have

providing a platform of trust for the international labor.

been at a far more suffering end than the developed economies in terms of the realization of the rights of labor.

THE CURRENT DIRECTOR GENERAL ILO & HIS MOTO: All these former DG’s apart from the ones after Sir Francis have been highly pivotal in playing their part in the reforms of ILO in terms of the key developments.

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MAY

EVENT 2022 CALENDAR 3 MAY

TUESDAY

Eid ul Fitr Many Muslims in Canada celebrate Eid al-Fitr (also known as Id al-Fitr or Eid ul-Fitr) on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days in some countries.

5 MAY

THURSDAY

Yom HaAtzmaut Many Jewish people in Canada remember Israel’s Independence Day, also known as Yom Ha’Atzmaut (or Yom HaAtzmaut). Celebrations are annually held on or around the fifth day of the month of Iyar, according to the Jewish calendar.

8 MAY

SUNDAY

Mother's Day Many Canadians celebrate Mother’s Day by showing their appreciation for mothers or mother figures. The Mother’s Day date in Canada is on the second Sunday of May each year.

19 MAY

THURSDAY

Lag B'Omer Many Jewish people in Canada observe Lag B’Omer, also known as

Lag BaOmer, on the 18th day of the month of Iyar in the Jewish calendar. The name of this observance means refers to the 33rd day of the counting of the Omer.

23 MAY

MONDAY

National Patriots' Day National Patriots’ Day (Journée nationale des patriotes) is a

statutory holiday in Québec to honor the rebellion against the British in 1837. It falls on the Monday before May 25, coinciding with Victoria Day, each year.

23 MAY

MONDAY

Victoria Day Victoria Day, also known as May Two-Four, May Long, and May Long Weekend, is a Canadian holiday on the Monday preceding May 25.

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26 MAY

THURSDAY

Ascension Day Ascension Day is observed in Canada on the 40th day of Easter. It commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven, according to the New Testament of the Bible.

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WHY OFFICE LIFE HAS CHANGED FOREVER ROSA SABA

Hybrid work is here to stay, even as pandemic restrictions fade. Here’s what you can expect when it comes to your workspace, your hours, your freedom – and that dreaded commute.

“Everything changed when the

Malhotra said “we heard loud and

pandemic hit,” said Shawn Malhotra,

clear that flexibility is important.

head of engineering at Thomson

People need their job to fit their life

Reuters in Toronto.

and not the other way around.” Based on feedback from its employ-

As the months wore on, with most of

ees, the company changed its well

its workers now signing in at home, it

laid plans. In the new layout, square

Plans for Thomson Reuters’ new

became clear that the plans for the

footage dedicated to collaborative

downtown headquarters were going

new building would no longer work.

space has more than doubled, from

swimmingly at the end of 2019.

Hybrid work was in the future for

its 15% of the original plan to almost

old Southam Press Building in the

Thomson Reuters’ staff and in a way

half.

Entertainment District was being

the pandemic shutdown had

doubled in height, adding five floors

happened at an opportune time. It

And in perhaps a more telling move,

on top of the five that existed. The

wasn’t too late to design a new floor

only around a third of office space will

media conglomerate had recently

plan based on the changing world

now be dedicated to individual

approved the interior deigns for its

around them, and what the workers

workspaces, down from 70% in the

brand new workplace when March

were now saying they hoped to see in

original plan.

2020 arrived.

the reimagined office.

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The final fifth of the new workplace campus, will be communi-

A recent report found that many employers found that many

ty space, such as food areas and a terrace.

employees now expect their workers will be getting the job done remotely at least part of the time, with two thirds of

So Thomson Reuters has hit the pause button on four floors

employers surveyed having already asked some employees

on the 10 storey building and plans to treat the other floors

to work in person at least some of the time.

as a pilot project, using employee feedback in the months after the building opens to inform their design.

Sheila Botting, head of professional services in the Americas for Avison Young, said workplaces were already becoming

As Ontario and other provinces begin further lifting

increasingly digital and hybrid before 2020. But like the swift

COVID-19 restrictions, Thomson Reuters won’t be the only

uptick in e-commerce, the shift was accelerated by the

company to once again open its doors to employees, some

pandemic.

of whom haven’t been to an office in two years and many of whom don’t want to go back at all.

“Everybody realized that we didn’t need to be tied to our desks,” Botting said, adding its clear worker’s won’t be

Canada’s white collar workers have undergone a transforma-

returning en masse to their cubicles after two years of

tive shift during the pandemic and their employers are

working remotely.

learning that the old ways won’t fly anymore. Flexibility will be the key as employers redefine the role of the In October 2021, more than a one fifth of working Canadians

office. The bottom line is that one size does not fit all.

were clocking in full time from home and almost another fifth were working from home some of the time.

While there are many benefits to working from the office – social interaction, fewer zoom meetings, easier collaboration

That’s a huge increase from pre pandemic days when only

– there are major downsides that employees are reluctant to

one in twenty employees worked most of their hours from

discuss – One of those is the dreaded commute.

home.

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In 2016, the most recent data available, almost one in five

Brian Rosen, president and CEO of commercial real estate

Toronto workers travelled at least 25 km to work. Among

and investment management firm Colliers Canada, said as

employees in the Toronto metropolitan area, 11% of car

the pandemic wore on, surveys of the firm’s tenants found

commuters spent at least an hour travelling to work while

that employers became increasingly accepting of their hybrid

those coming from farther away often spent more than an

futures.

hour. Space planning will be a big challenge for companies and So it comes as no surprise that just over a year of remote or

they will have to do some complicated math to figure out

hybrid work, 77% of Canadians wanted to keep some sort of

what they need not just now but in the future. Hybrid doesn’t

flexibility. But they’re not sure their employer knows what true

always mean less space, it could mean a redesigned use of

flexibility means. Many expressed concerns that their bosses

the current space.

weren’t equipped to manage a hybrid workplace or that they didn’t fully understand the implications for their jobs of a

Companies are preparing for an uncertain future by creating

hybrid model. Hybrid and flexible often mean different things

flexible space. For many workers, individual offices will be a

to employers and their employees.

thing of the past – people will have to get used to sharing workspaces, whether that means more collaborative meeting

An employee might want the freedom to choose when to

rooms or book ahead desks, known as “hotelling”.

come into the office, while their employer might want them to come in on specific days.

Design firm MSDS Studio partnered with furniture company Three H to create a flexible table system designed with the

Leaving those decisions to individual managers could open

post pandemic office in mind – tables can be attached to one

the door to unfairness and discord among workers. That’s

another in a variety of configurations and components can be

why it’s important to have flexible options built into hybrid

attached for everything from briefcases to video conferencing

workplace policies and reviewing them from time to time.

technology.

Many employers will have to reckon with workers who have become attached to fully remote work. Some have moved in

Integrated tech along with multi use furniture and flexible

search of more affordable housing and some may have even

space, will be key to a successful hybrid workplace as the

moved to a different province.

office becomes more informal, a sort of social hub or amenity rather than a workplace. The office is officially a perk.

Employees with disabilities, chronic illnesses or children may have found it significantly easier to work from home.

While some might do away with office space altogether and

But employers shouldn’t think of remote or hybrid work as a

others might try to recreate pre-pandemic times, most will be

perk just for employees. The ability to hire remotely gives

somewhere in middle.

employers access to much more talent than they ever had access to before. When you’re working remotely and your

Certain employees will likely be called into the office more

hiring remotely, you can choose the talent from anywhere in

depending on how collaborative their work requirements are.

the world.

Hybrid will be an especially hot topic in 2022 as companies learn what does and doesn’t work for them and their employ-

With so many sectors looking to hire in a tough labour

ees.

market, flexible or fully remote work may be a draw for workers.

While Thomson Reuter employees began their transition to

Employers must walk a tight rope, balancing the new

hybrid work last month at their current offices, the new

demands of talent alongside long established company

building isn’t expected to open until mid-2022.

practices and culture. And while it’s not clear just how many of those workers will Of course you will find those who want to return to the office

be on site at least part of the time or happily working from

for a variety of reasons. Some value having a separation

home, “there’s a lot of excitement,” said Malhotra.

between their work and home lives, or the social nature of the workplace or in person collaboration. But it’s important that employers make an effort to prevent fully remote employees from being left out of the workplace.

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MOST IMPORTANT TIPS FOR JOB HUNTING WHILE YOU ARE STILL EMPLOYED DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

While you are still employed, and you

huge milestone for your progress

requiring multiple rounds of

want to switch, it’s important to know

forward.

interviews with several levels of

some important ways to look out for

signoffs to actually land a new

future career options. You can plan

It’s primarily your granddad’s best

your ‘great resignation’, however, you

advice that never quit your current

should be more proactive in this

job, unless you have a written offer in

If you consistently believe that your

regards, rather than wait for things to

hand. Just make it a safe option for

existing job is no longer a fit for you.

happen or alternatively, for things to

you as safety first is the ultimate thing

Here are some key tips for how to

get spoiled. One way or the other, it’s

that matters for your career progres-

approach job hunting while you keep

either your satisfaction level or your

sion and career management goals.

your current job aligned.

employer’s satisfaction level that’s

Yes, we are talking about financial

hurting you or can potentially hurt

safety and security that needs to be

you more. Therefore, it’s important to

pondered more closely, as taking

BUILDING THE HUMAN NETWORK & MAKING IT COUNT:

make a decision and then give it your

risks might hinder your future

The best way to find your new job is

best shot. As, vitally for you, ‘the ball

progress. Yes, it’s true, it’s a job

through people and through your

is still in your court’ and you have the

seeker’s market, with far more perks

network of friends and associates.

freedom to play the shot as you like it.

and flexibility on the table than as

These are people who are more

Thinking more positively, it can be

compared to in the yester years.

aware of your skills and know well

something that can prove to be a

However, it can surely take months,

how to cash you as they can vouch

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position at a different company.

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your skills and knowledge. As the pandemic has already

used more effectively. A decent referral from your existing

affected the job market globally, it’s best to revitalize your

employer is a must, as you won’t want to create a reputation

energies and connect with your university alumni connec-

that can be more hurting. Your existing reputation is more

tions and your student group.

worthwhile and counts forward. Therefore, it’s important that you care for the bridge that you have made & nourished for a

Making a human network count can prove to be more

decent time period.

worthwhile in terms of your job prospects & your career goals than other options that can be insecure. Keep updating

MAKE TIME TO SEARCH WITH AN IMPROVED VISION:

yourself by asking people who recently landed new jobs and

Dedicate your time every day to search and lookout for

how they did it. Even if the job is in another industry, it’s

career options with an improved and larger than life vision.

worthwhile to take advice and opinion of those who are more

Improvise your CV more exclusively and be smarter for

experienced. It’s good to understand the fact that in job

future prospects with more defined goals for your career.

hunting it’s the relationship that matters most.

There is a huge amount of remote work going around in the world these days. That’s a big reason and a good news that

APPLY ON MOST CONCRETE PLATFORMS THAT INCLUDES POPULAR JOB WEBSITES:

you won’t need to physically travel anywhere for the interview.

If you are hesitant in making a human connection and using your network to look out for jobs. The best way is to apply on

BE CLEARER WITH YOUR FUTURE EMPLOYERS:

job hunting websites that are more popular and can be

You should be far clearer and more transparent with your

worthwhile for your career goals. These includes websites

future employers than before. This is not only in terms of the

like ‘Monster’, the internationally famous job hunting website

vision, however, but also in terms of your prospects. Use your

that is filled with roles that relates to job hunting.

current job and the time period of your current job as a good learning aspect for your future options.

Having a reliance on websites that suits your career needs is the most professional way to go ahead in your career stream.

Have a transparent perspective in terms of your future goals

It should suit you in terms of the confidence levels and how

while making a good analysis with your existing options.

to keep improving your confidence. Apart from this, you would feel prouder of yourself as well as the self-sufficiency which is indeed a huge necessity at work. Men at work, must feel the pride.

DON’T DESTROY THE BRIDGES: Making a bridge is far more difficult than destroying the bridges as what counts is the level of importance that relates to the bridges. The first thing is to highlight and pin-point the bridge and later think positively that how the bridge can be

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Positive Vibes For International Students As Canada Sets New DMM DEPARTMENT Immigration Targets MB Enterprises

Canadian immigration numbers has suffered huge numbers

The decisions are based on the factual analysis of the

since a couple of years now and it’s accredited to an era seen

previous two years since the pandemic started, i.e. 2019, the

by the pandemic. Surprisingly, and most importantly the

peak time, i.e. 2020 and the year the pandemic almost ended,

Canadian Govt. is more welcome than it has looked in the

i.e. 2021. According to the people and the legislative bodies,

past years. As a matter of fact, they have planned to allow

including the monitoring body IRCC, we have been lacking in

approx. 1,200,000 new permanent residents into the country

immigration numbers and we need to cover up the past

Canada between 2021 and 2023. Immigration Canada

records, a message by Minister of Immigration, Marco

believes that migration numbers associated with student’s

Mendicino. There are a huge number of deaths reported from

visas must increase for the sake of making the people more

all around the world and people affected from Coronavirus

positive than they have been before. These targets and plans

which has declined the values attached to immigrations to

of the Canadian Govt. were released by Immigration

Canada.

Refugees & Citizenship Canada. An organization that is responsible for the immigrations in the country.

HOW POSITIVE ARE PEOPLE COMING TO CANADA AS INT. STUDENTS?

The stats. & key figures are provided by the IRCC has

The positivity levels have not only increased but it’s a good

provided breakdown in the various categories of immigrants

change and a change must needed. The attitude of the

the country hopes to welcome. A huge number holds to the

International students towards Canada have changed for

category in place namely economic immigrants with targets

better results. According to IRCC with regards to the

currently being set at 720,000 approximately. This is a

Immigrant Category numbers from 2021 to 2023, a huge

massive 60% of the number of total immigrations announced

percentage goes to economic immigrants, i.e. 60% approxi-

for Canada by IRCC from 2021-2023.

mately. While, 25% goes to family immigrants and a decent

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13.6 % refugees and Protected Persons. However, 1.4%, i.e.

lagging behind, but competing good enough to attract a

the smallest percentage goes to humanitarian and other

number of international students.

categories. Family visas are available in different categories and holds the second largest percentage which are figures

Is Canada really attractive for the international students? Yes,

that can change scenarios in terms of family settlements in

truly they are if you look more closely at the numbers and last

Canada.

year there were 400,000 Int. students who entered Canada despite the many hardships and hard times seen due to the

While dealing with the economic immigrant group it’s broken

famous pandemic.

down into further six sections that includes Federal High Skilled, Federal Business, and Economic Pilots: Caregivers,

According to the IRCC, and Immigration Canada there are a

Agri-Food Pilot, Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot, Atlantic

huge number of people that are arriving to Canada for Int.

Immigration Pilot Program, The Provincial Nominee Program

studies from India, China, Brazil, Korea, Vietnam and now the

and finally Quebec Skilled Workers and Business.

neighboring USA as well. The numbers for 2020 have been seen on a lower side, but looking back at 2015, they almost

All these stats and breakdown are good enough for the

doubled up until 2019. These stats also show that Canada is

international candidates & Int. students and those thinking to

more popular amongst the countries from the Asian block.

apply in Canada with a positive time frame. It’s not only the

Chinese students look up to Canada for a better future, while

time frame, it’s also the frame of mind that counts forward for

the next in pipeline are the Indians, who have a larger ratio of

people in terms of positive results.

switching to being Canadians. They are also a huge contribu-

HOW ATTRACTIVE CANADA IS FOR THE INT. STUDENTS?

tor to the economy as they become self-employed business owners and owners of their own companies. Thus, contributing to Canada in more than one ways, after studying from the

In terms of the level of attractiveness for the int. students,

country, showing the attractiveness level for international

Canada truly is becoming more attractive, aspiring & valuable

students.

in terms of numbers. Thus, it’s competing the likes of United States, United Kingdom, Germany & Australia in terms of the

The process of restoration in terms of visas for the Internation-

numbers. The latest stats of the Top 200 universities in world

al students is seen to be more positive with more optimistic

rankings reveals 56 Universities from USA, 28 Universities

vibes for the students. A huge contributor to this are the laws

from U.K., 22 Universities from Germany, and Canada has 7

made by the Canadian Govt. in alliance with IRCC as well as

Universities that are there in the Top 200 universities in the

strict adherence to the health & Safety laws in place. A

world. These are figures that show that while they are still

booming economy is also an international student’s heaven.

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PROACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & WHY IT MATTERS TO BUSINESSES OF ALL TYPES DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Proactive environmental manage-

sphere of social issues. Some vital

sectors, especially with regards to the

ment practices matters to all types of

examples includes single-use

environmental attitude. It’s a scrutiny

businesses in this current age and

plastics, climate change and waste

that can act as a vital encouragement

companies are more active with

production. Hence, this is a key trend

for the organizations. Especially, for

regards to these practices. These

of the environmental issues mixed up

the sake of taking a strategic

practices matters due to business

with the CSR and other social issues.

approach towards ‘EM’ or environmen-

sustainability measures & how to be

Clearly indicates that the key

tal management a bit differently than

sustainable in the long run in terms of

stakeholders associated and the

performed in the past.

environmental management. A key

consumers are paying more attention

part of the business sustainability

to the attitude.

aspect, proactive environmental

Environmental attitude not only helps in long term sustainability, but also a

management is more important as

Speaking in terms of the practicalities

better relationship with the stakehold-

compared to reactive management

and a larger vision, the attitude is

ers. Yes, the word ‘Relationship’ is key

practices. There are many pertinent

more focused towards environmental

in terms of the way the practices

environmental issues that have very

attitude. Furthermore, the perfor-

should take place and more impor-

quickly moved and expanded into the

mance of businesses across all

tantly initiate. We have more practical

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examples with the big chains like McDonald and Costa Coffee

more emphasis in terms of the results as compared to its

who are the multinationals that excel in proactive environmen-

counterpart, i.e. ‘Reactive’. The reasons are various and

tal management. The best attitude comes with the budgeting &

highlighted in ‘Bold’ which includes the avoidance of legal

allocation of resources towards compliance with the EM, or

prosecution and involvement of the top management. The

environmental management.

involvement of Top management is the most important one as without the involvement of Top management, a company can’t

REACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT:

initiate and regularly practice the proactive environmental

When it comes to ‘Reactive’, we have to be a bit more

practices.

conscious in terms of the consequences. It can be even more costly and a financial burden as reactive approach is always a

The following of Proactive environmental management in

hazard in terms of the consequences. This is something which

businesses means real business in long terms. Also, the

is linked with the history of big organizations. Hence, as

organization eliminates the possibilities of prosecution by the

historically organizations have taken a reactive approach

regulatory bodies that includes the EC, i.e. Environmental

towards environmental management. The reactive environmen-

Canada. Hence, by being aware of the environmental practices

tal management can even be defined as the ‘End-of-Pipe’

and actively looking for the opportunities to improve environ-

solutions that don’t require top management involvement. Also,

mental performance, the companies should have knowledge of

the involvement of external experts and/or large capital

the legal compliance. Furthermore, the awareness of the

investment. The reactive approach taken towards environmen-

potential legislative changes.

tal management is something that is at a minimum compliance with the legislations. Yes, we are talking about environmental

The involvement of Top management in ‘PEM’ is more impor-

legislation and activities in order to achieve the short term

tant as well for the sake of setting an example and working

goals.

standards for all employees. It’s one of the top level importance for best practices. ‘Best Practices’ are the practices that are

The short term goals vary with the size of the organization to

practiced symbolically in organizations for the sake of better

the needs of the organizations. These goals includes much

management of the ‘EMP’ or Environmental Management

improved and improvised waste management as well as

practices.

energy efficiency. At a higher level a good use of the energy efficient systems.

Finally, in terms of the benefits to the businesses the importance is much more overwhelming. These practices can also

PROACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT:

vitally translate into an increase in productivity as well as

These are the more vital practices in environmental manage-

efficiency by the identification of the environmental issues on

ment as they have a bigger role to play. Hence, a more efficient

larger scale. The later one, i.e. the identification is a more

and productive approach to environmental management is to

technical and much more regarded process than compared to

take an attitude that is more proactive. In more technical terms

the first one. Hence, the best part is that the cultivation of a

the proactive environmental management are the implementa-

culture of proactive environmental management as opposed to

tion of the practices and the initiatives that reach beyond the

reactive environmental management within an organization

minimum level of legal compliance.

offers potential competitive advantages. Lastly, long term financial benefits and much improved environmental perfor-

There are many organizations, especially the MNC’s in fact

mance.

most organizations that pursue and follow the proactive environmental management. The intention is the maintenance of the legal compliance as well as improve the environmental performance. Some of the most distinguished examples includes innovative manufacturing practices and replacement practices. By replacement practices it means categorically the replacement of unsustainable material with sustainable and more robust alternatives. Finally, the implementation of an accredited environmental management system.

EMPHASIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF PROACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: The importance of proactive environmental management lays

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SOCIAL MEDIA & MENTAL HEALTH, THE LINK THAT MATTERS IN THIS AGE

DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Social media holds a very strong, compassionate and

amount of demand it has shown in last few years. However,

observant relationship with mental health in this age. We are

there are different studies that have shown that social media

not only talking about social networking sites such as

impacts the mental health in a large number of ways. You

Facebook and Twitter, but also other digital media channels

can’t stop watching your favorite song or videos on YouTube.

such as YouTube, Tik Tok and many other platforms that are a

Hence, as well as discuss a number of different ways of

source of time pass and enjoyment for people. Thus, for many

taking a vacation abroad, or if you intend to buy or sell

people it holds elements of addiction to the extent of calling it

something online.

the mental health issues. It not only distracts you from work, but you also tend to spend more time online than with family

THE POWER OF SOCIAL NETWORKING WEBSITES:

and friends. The feelings of anxiety, depression and

The power of the many social networking websites that

loneliness are mostly catered not by closed ones these days,

includes Meta, formerly known as Facebook, Twitter and

but by social media, especially Facebook and Twitter. People

LinkedIn has increased very rapidly than it was before. A very

use these tools in order to stay close to family and friends,

obvious and an eager reply is that elements of joy, addiction,

get their latest news and share the political views of those

anxiety and other different emotions that are linked up with

people that doesn’t even matter a single bit.

social networking tools have grown significantly. It has the power to socialize with your loved ones, your family, your old

As a matter of fact, social media is relatively new and there

friends and even those whom you have left while you were

are a large number of people who are falling trap to the power

studying. Also, those whom you miss as they have spent

of social media. They not only enjoy the innovations and the

some moments of friendship and moments of boyhood

new methods of interacting with each other, but also the

together.

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Social networking tools and sites popularly Facebook (Meta)

self-confidence and self-actualization. Thus, in this case it’s

is the one that has been a massive cause of mental health for

outlaying a positive impact on your behavior and making you

many. A huge credit goes to how Facebook works and how

think positive. Social media for many people especially the

people interact together on different occasions and share

youth might have effects of time wastage. However, the way it

moments of joys, and moments of sorrows. Not only

boosts the self-esteem is truly something that makes it

moments, but also memories that combine together to form a

worthwhile in terms of your progressive attitude.

complete portfolio. In addition to socializing it’s also a source of looking at your

CONTRIBUTES TO DEPRESSION- ‘SPECIALIZED & UNIQUE WAYS’:

family, and an informal biodata that is always available online.

Social media, i.e. social networking tools and Video sharing

In its early days, Facebook was used by companies, especial-

platforms such as TikTok and You Tube are a source that

ly MNC’s who wanted to find out all the relevant information

contributes to stress and depression. This is especially true in

for the employees that are working for them or potentially will

specialized and unique ways as for someone it’s a source of

be working in future.

massive relaxation and entertainment.

SOCIAL MEDIA SUPPORTS CONNECTION & MAKES PEOPLE FEEL GOOD:

Not only entertains your mind when you are really feeling

Social media tools helps in making connections as well as

next day which can be even more tiring. Thus, the difference

makes people feel good. It truly for some is a pure source of

between today & yesterday is the word ‘Entertainment’.

tired and exhausted from work. But, also helps in planning the

confidence and attitude that makes their attitude for life. In simple terms a statement that counts forward for many future

HOW IT HELPS IN AVOIDING NEGATIVE EMOTIONS:

goals that needs to be achieved? How it makes people feel

Helps a great deal in avoiding negative emotions that can

good, a question that might be flying on top of your mind? A

impact your life as well as your mental health. If you are really

very simple answer is that it depends from people to people

alone, social media is the best source to make contacts or

and is something that is also based on the circumstances. For

connections with your loved ones, thus making you feel that

example for those living far from their loved ones, it’s a huge

you are never alone.

source of engagement and socializing. In the new world, socializing has many new meanings and you don’t have to be

However, having seen the good and the bad that relates with

really there in tangible state to make it a socializing moment.

social media, it best to realize that a nice balance is the utmost necessity of the hour. More importantly, as social

HOW IT BOOSTS SELF-ESTEEM?

media has disturbed the balance of family interactions a

It’s a massive source of self-esteem for those who need

massive deal.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Garage Job

ACROSS 1 Turkeys on Broadway 6 Stock market overseer: Abbr. 10 Flower holder 14 Scarlett of Tara 15 Actress Chase 16 Move, in real estate jargon 17 L’il Yokum 18 Siegfried or Roy 20 Bureaucratic staple 22 Palindromic title 23 Org. for 5-Down 24 Chichen _______ (Mayan city) 25 Popeye’s main squeeze 27 Fairchild or Vance: Abbr. 29 “Amerian Gladiators” airer 31 Acapulco aunt 32 Gilbert & Sullivan title heroine 34 Prepares for a ring exchange> 38 Person of action 39 Fess up (to) 42 Passing remarks? 43 Dazed and confused 45 Valentine line 47 Vodka or gin: Abbr. 49 One-time Letterman rival 50 RR stop 51 Reporter who was sweet on the Man of Steel 55 Rip-offs 57 East or West ender? 58 Cuckoo bird 59 Catherine the Great, e.g. 62 Basic auto maintenance... or a hint to the starts of the answers to 18-, 25-, 32-, 45-, and 51-Across 65 Dead duck 66 Coward of note 67 Comet competitor 69 A chip, maybe 70 Political cartoonist Thomas 71 Bygone defense grp. (1954-77) Down 1 Wild hog 2 “_________ quiet!” 3 Lower jawbones 4 Out-again-in-again footballer Favre 5 Links legend Gene 6 Cairo’s waterway

7 Ryan’s “Love Story” co-star 8 “Cheers!” or a chaw 9 “Ah, Shoot!” 10 Sp. lady 11 Pace 12 Poem of lament 13 Fable finale 19 Smiley guy of NPR and PBS 21 Noodles 25 5,280 feet 26 “The Raven” author, briefly 27 Slave girl of opera 28 Take responsibility for, as a bill 30 Third degree? 33 Regions 35 Ethiopia and Eritrea, until 1974 36 Warden’s worry

37 Leave slack-hawed 40 Suffix with percent 41 Wiener picker-ipper 44 To whom a Muslim prays 46 Ship trips 48 The Promised Land 51 “Queen of Mean” Helmsley 52 Heavenly hunter 53 Place to moor 54 “Teenage Mutant _____ Turtles” 56 Demonstrate conclusively 59 Send a message to, nowadays 60 Not on the rocks 61 Florence flooder 63 The Cavs on a scoreboar 64 Beetle juice?

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The ascension day global celebrations & national celebrations 26th of May 2022

DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Apart from the many religious events taking place in the world

religion & self-actualization in terms of worldly & religious

& in Canada that includes Easter Day, Good Friday &

goals. The feelings of the pain taken by Jesus Christ and the

Christmas Day. The Ascension Day will be falling on the 26th

way Christ departed from the world, apart from his sacrifices

May this year. It’s a famous day falling on the 26th of May this

are realized far more closely on the day. Another day filled

year, while it’s not that famous in terms of the celebrations in

with all the emotions for the love of Christ.

Canada & internationally. Holds key importance levels in terms of the following of the

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE ASCENSION DAY- 26th MAY 2022’:

day that holds immense religious prestige according to the

It is celebrated as one of the earliest Christian festivals as

teachings of the holy bible. It’s the commemoration of Jesus

Ascension Day marks the end of the Easter season. The

Christ, the prophet of Christianity into heavens, i.e. according

religious event is followed by the Catholics and the Anglican

to the Christian beliefs. It occurs as a celebration that takes

Christians. However, for most of the Protestant Churches in

place 39 days after Easter celebrations. Hence, known

the world, the event is not followed as a tradition anymore. In

internationally by multiple names, that includes Feast of the

fact, the date also differs in many geographical locations as

Ascension, The Ascension of Jesus Christ, Ascension

the western Churches prefer the calculations based on the

Thursday, Holy Thursday or finally Solemnity of the Ascension

Gregorian calendar for the calculations of this date.

of the Lord. A very important day for Christian countries that includes Canada, Germany, Sweden, U.K., Italy, United

This is according to the Christian beliefs in the New

States & Spain.

Testament that for at least 40 days Jesus Christ stayed with his Apostles, i.e. the primary Disciples of Christ. This is after

It is followed as a Christian holiday that is a public holiday in

the Jesus Christ’s crucifixion on Good Friday. Obviously,

many Christian countries. These countries includes Austria,

means that the Ascension of Jesus Christ to heavens took

Belgium, Denmark, France, and some more. However, in

place after a period of at least 40 days that’s why it is

many Christian dominated countries in the world it’s not a

celebrated after 39 days from Easter celebrations.

holiday, but it’s an event that is celebrated with passion & compassion for the prophet Jesus Christ. A day that gives

However, according to the key time lines in the 19th Century,

people a sense of satisfaction, accomplishment, love for the

Germany celebrates with colorful parades. Hence, as a

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gesture to replicate the way the Apostles walked with Jesus.

recite the bible as well. People who are religious and emotion-

The Christians begin to host colorful parades as commemora-

al for Jesus, also listen to hymns as traditional part of the

tion. The history, i.e. the past events in the timelines &

Ascension Day celebrations.

according to the beliefs of Christians it adds up in their list as a sacred day filled up with celebrations. It’s the spirituality that

There are some variable observances in different parts of the

relates to the Ascension according to the books, which

Christian dominated nations. In the Scandinavian giant

counts for many believers of Christianity the world over.

Sweden people go on early morning walks as many people go out in the woods from 3 am or 4 am to hear birds at

GLOBAL FOLLOWING OF THE DAY ALONG WITH ITS NATIONAL IMPORTANCE:

sunrise. The British in many parts of England celebrate the

Ascension Day is a sacred day that is followed by Catholics

this day, as it’s more than a holiday celebration for them. The

around the world. But, the most interesting happening is that

Portuguese celebrate it traditionally by keeping the wheat in

it’s a declared public holiday in countries that includes France,

their houses. However, as a gesture of love for the minority,

Germany, Austria, Belgium, Finland, Indonesia, Luxembourg

it’s a declared public holiday in Indonesia, a Muslim dominat-

and the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden & finally Vanuatu.

ed Asian country.

sacred day by beating the willow. The Welsh don’t work on

However, it’s not a public holiday in United Kingdom, USA, Canada and Australia. These are the countries where most of

Beliefs matter for many people all around the world, however,

the population are Christians but still it’s not a public holiday.

for many it’s just another religious day. However, the Ascen-

In Canada, however the day is followed with religious pride

sion Day which is falling on the 26th May in Canada this year

and love for Christ in almost all provinces especially Quebec,

is a day of goodness for many Christians. It’s not only part of

the French-speaking province of Canada.

their religious beliefs, but also shows their love & compassion for Jesus Christ.

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More Men Need to Take Leave to Keep Women in the Workforce CANADIANBUSINESS.COM Rebecca Tucker

A N Y PWhen R O Fmen I L Ehave more opportuni-

“My boss has four kids of his own, so

Angela left for her maternity leave in

ties to stay home, women in turn have more opportunities to return to work sooner

I thought, ‘Well, his wife has taken

late 2019. She knew that her role

four maternity leaves; I’m sure mine

would be covered by a temp hire

won’t be a problem,’” Angela recalls.

during her absence, but expected

In early 2019, when Angela* learned

“But the first thing he said was, ‘I

that when she returned she’d resume

she was expecting her first child, she

don’t know what happens next,

her position at the same level of

and her husband were thrilled. She

because I’ve never had to deal with

seniority. But after her 12-month

was excited to start a family, and the

this type of thing.’” Almost immediate-

leave, Angela learned that the person

timing seemed right: Her career as a

ly, she felt as though she had been

who’d been hired to cover her job had

project coordinator at an engineering

demoted. Leading up to her mat

been brought on as a permanent,

firm in Toronto had been on an

leave, her boss reduced her

full-time employee. In turn, Angela

upward trajectory and felt secure,

workload, put her goals on hold and

was demoted to a more junior role:

especially because she’d recently

scaled her duties back. “I had only

Where she had previously been

taken finance courses to expand her

just announced my pregnancy—I was

doing everything from executive

role to include budgeting and

14 weeks in—and already he was

support to budgeting, she found

accounting.

dialling back all the work I had put in

herself tasked with basic admin and

over the last three and a half years.”

paperwork. When Angela advocated

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to get her previous responsibilities back, she was told her

turn have more opportunities to return to work sooner.

replacement had it under control and that the new hire had

More men participating in parental leave may also help to

older children, making her “less risky” and more reliable as a

remove the stigma of having a résumé gap. “Women believe

senior employee. “It was really demoralizing to essentially get

that parental leave is going to hurt their career advancement,

demoted for starting a family,” Angela says. “I wondered if I

and a much smaller percentage of men believe it does,” Zink

hadn’t had a child, if I hadn’t taken leave, what would my

says. “A higher participation rate of both women and men in

career trajectory look like now?” She ended up quitting the

parental leave ultimately reduces the stigma for women.”

company after only two months back.

And, as a record number of women exit the workplace during the pandemic due to a spike in domestic demands, increasing

Angela’s experience is not uncommon. According to Statistics

equitable access to parental leave could help safeguard

Canada, while women are more likely to take leave—between

against a loss of workplace diversity that, ultimately, hurts

2012 and 2017, 88 per cent of new mothers took parental

companies. As Zink points out, a diverse work environment is

leave, compared to 46 per cent of fathers—they are less likely

more profitable. “It’s also more innovative, because you drive

to find success upon returning to the workplace. The Parent

better outcomes with more diverse voices around the table,”

Potential, a recent report from Women in Capital Markets, or

she says. To wit, Zink cites a May 2020 McKinsey & Company

WCM, that analyzed the experiences of 183 professionals

report indicating that companies with executive teams

working in Canada’s finance industry, found that women are six

composed of more than a third of women significantly outper-

times more likely to consider leaving their jobs when returning

form companies with fewer women in positions of leadership

from parental leave than their male counterparts, and four

and seniority.

times more likely to actually quit. “Women believe that parental leave is going to hurt their career Lara Zink, president and CEO of WCM and one of the authors

advancement, and a much smaller percentage of men believe

of the report, says that one of the causes of this disparity is the

it does”

wide gulf between caregiving responsibility at home: Women spend an average of four hours and 22 minutes per day on

Getting more men to take parental leave could be as simple as

unpaid domestic labour, compared to two hours and 15

implementing policies that give non-birthing parents the same

minutes for men. This unequal burden results in increased

amount of leave-time as birthing parents. Zink suggests that

difficulty for women who return to the workplace and are then

Canadian companies could take a hint from countries like

pressured to carry both professional and domestic require-

Finland and Norway, where both parents are legally mandated

ments.

to take time off work after the birth of a child. (Research shows that when men take parental leave it can positively impact their

“It was really demoralizing to essentially get demoted for

familial relationships as well as their professional develop-

starting a family”

ment.)

“Covid has exacerbated that trend,” Zink says. “I think it’s fair to

Having more mothers in leadership positions—and implement-

say that, when women consider returning from a parental

ing policies like flexible work hours to keep them there—may

leave, it’s very challenging for them to think about balancing,

also have a strong trickle-down effect in terms of destigmatiz-

say, unpredictable client-driven schedules in addition to the

ing parental leave. Shortly after quitting her job, Angela was

unpaid work responsibilities they carry at home. And that’s not

hired as a project manager with a Toronto-based architecture

just unpaid work as it relates to childcare,” she continues,

firm. And she’s pregnant again—due in May. The experience

noting that domestic responsibilities can also include house-

navigating her upcoming leave, she says, has been night and

work, elder care and other duties.

day, a fact she attributes in no small part to the fact that her new manager is a woman and has kids herself. “She was

Significant too, she says, is the fact that it’s simply more

understanding of the fact that I was joining the company with a

feasible for women to take parental leave than it is for men.

small child at home, and when I told her I was pregnant she

The WCM report found that most participating firms offered

said she knew it wouldn’t affect my job performance,” Angela

much shorter leaves for non-birthing parents, putting the onus

says. “She’s giving me opportunities to explore senior develop-

on mothers to take more time away from work. Here, Zink

ment, and is making plans for when I return from my upcoming

notes, the script is somewhat flipped: In order to create a more

leave. She’s been so supportive, and, I think, it’s because she’s

equitable playing field, men need to be given access to an

also been through it.”

opportunity that has been traditionally only afforded to women. When men have more opportunities to stay home, women in

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THE BENEFITS OF RECYCLING & HOW IT SAVES MOTHER EARTH DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

‘Saving the earth’ or ‘Friends of

and other different products is a

resources. The richness of the

Mother Earth’, two beautiful & yet

demonstration of the ideologies that

resources is simply finite and

importantly written phrases might

you don’t have to be an Einstein to

unmeasurable while moving from

have slightly different meanings, but

save the earth every day.

continent to continent. However, at a

the motto is very close to sustainabili-

basic level these are some of the

ty of mother earth. At the same time,

However, we need to remember and

resources that needs to be discussed

an important question arises, how

keep an eye as recycling is highly

and they are as follows;

you can Save the Earth through

crucial to the future health of our

Recycling? A nearly important and

planet earth in many ways; Here are

• RECYCLING PLASTICS:

good question as saving the earth is

a few;

This simply means creating less new

truly an example creator itself while

plastics which is surely a positive

creates a higher level awareness in

CONSERVING THE NATURAL RESOURCES:

an individual that can move towards

There are many natural resources

the society as it saves the environ-

that belongs to the planet earth as

ment in at least a couple of ways. It

the gorgeous planet is the most

• RECYCLING METALS:

shows that recycling plastics, paper

abundant of all in terms of the

Another recycling of the natural

being an environmentalist. Re-cycling

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thing in terms of the results. This is especially true as plastics are made from fossil fuel hydrocarbons.

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resources includes metals as for the sake of a better environment there is less need for risky, expensive and damaging mining. Finally, the extraction of new metal ores.

• RECYCLING PAPER & WOOD:

PROTECTS THE ECO-SYSTEM & THE WILDLIFE: Recycling protects the eco-system & the wildlife as it reduces the need to grow, harvest or extract new raw material from the earth. This definitely in turn lessens the harmful disruption and the damage being done to the natural world. Things that are

The recycling of paper is the most common recycling as paper

good for the environmental protection includes fewer forests

is still the most commonly used material in modern times. Most

cut down, rivers diverted, wild animals’ displaced or harmed

people including organizations are going paperless for the

and far lesser pollution of water soil and air.

sake of saving the earth. They not only want to save the paper but the cost of the paper as well.

CUTTING DOWN CARBON EMISSIONS: Recycling the material cuts down carbon emissions which

The recycling of wood saves the trees and forests while you

results in climate change. Obviously, as recycling means that

can also plant new trees. How there is no replacement for

you need to consume less energy on sourcing and processing

ancient woodlands and virgin rainforest once they are lost.

the new raw materials. Hence, it produces lower carbon

• RECYCLING GLASS:

emissions as well as also keeps potentially methane-releasing waste out of landfill sites.

Recycling glass which sounds hard to believe but it’s true as it reduces the need to use Sand, which is a natural resource.

For the sake of reducing the effects of climate change it’s

However, due to this, the supplies of some types of sand are

important that we reduce CO2 emissions as well as other

getting to low figures.

dangerous gases. These are greenhouse gases and are very

SAVES ENERGY TO A HIGHER EXTENT:

unhealthy and dangerous for the environment. Thus, all these can be a massive cause of the disastrous climate change.

Amazing & surprising to know how recycling save the energy to very high extents. Making products from the recycled materials definitely requires less amount of energies than making them from new raw materials. This is most of the time when it’s a huge difference in energy if calculated precisely. As an example we can say that making paper from pulped recycled paper uses a huge 44% less energy than otherwise, i.e. making it from virgin wood fires.

TACKLES THE UNEMPLOYMENT OF YOUTH: How recycling can tackle the unemployment of the youth? As this is evident that Coronavirus the pandemic has been a devastation for many people in their lives. At the same time it has been a massive cause of unemployment for many people. Therefore, it’s a huge reason that the Govt. should consider investing & popping themselves in a number of new green jobs. These are jobs that are for the sake of environmental protection and sustainability & recycling of materials. Instead of getting into a career where you won’t be required after a period of a decade or maybe a bit more. It’s far more worthwhile & profitable to invest your energy and potential into a career that should last for a lifetime. Recycling & environmental protection is one of those areas & its where having a job is still worthwhile. Not only this, it largely helps in tackling the unemployment of the youth.

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horoscopes

MAY 2022 TAURUS 2022 would be a remarkable year for the Taurus natives, say

As Taurians are fond of traveling, making a career out of it

astrologers at AstroTalk. As per Taurus horoscope 2022, you

will help them with money too. Apart from financial gains,

will be a part of new adventures and endeavors right from

you would also improve your mental health by interacting

the beginning of the year. Many Taurus natives will make

with tourists, guides, and so on. Finance horoscope 2022 for

new plans and will, interestingly, abide by them. And in doing

Taurus adds that any business is done on a partnership

so, they will have success in various aspects of life.

basis till April 2022 it is to bring you much-needed gains. At

Work and profession are things that would shine for the

the end of April, Saturn will venture into the house of the

Taurus. Many of you are ready to take up new initiatives in

profession. Thus, the results it will bring to you will depend

work and profession right from the start of the year. If you

on your past financial deeds. However, if you have been

are a Taurus wanting to start a business, the Taurus

procuring losses for some time, thankfully, Saturn will bring

horoscope 2022 tells us that the opportunities are good for

you prosperity in April 2022.

you right from the start of the year. To be pretty precise, working in the government, art, and green energy sectors

As we head towards August 2022, the yearly Money

will be your forte in 2022. So, don’t be hesitant about these

horoscope 2022 for Taurus asserts that you will certainly

opportunities.

invest in a big business. It could be a green energy-related business that will be highly advantageous for you. In this

Taurus Finance Horoscope 2022 Predictions

period, some expenditure may also rise, and you will again

It is a good year for the Taurus natives to save some money,

be your materialistic sloth. If you work in a foreign firm, your

says the yearly Taurus horoscope 2022. Any investment

financial health will remain stable with no high and low to

made in the previous years will bore results. People who

affect you.

have invested in real estate or commodities are likely to make a little extra money through trading activities, which

Interestingly, the year 2022 for the ones owing a family

would empower your financial position even more. Moreover,

business will invest more in philanthropic deeds. You shall

this year, you will also have the freedom to be your material-

become your socialist best, and that would be nothing but

istic self without any sort of regret.

satisfying to the core. The Venus energy, which is feminine,

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is certainly motivating this new role in you. Moreover, for

exams make sure you prepare well. It is a special note to the

further gains, the profit from family investments must be put in

ones giving exams in February, May, and October. Remember

the equity or mutual fund market because, as we said, this is

that patience is a must, and passion is the way to success for

a good time for such investments.

you to attain heights, according to the Taurus academic horoscope 2022 predictions.

Finally, 2022 finance horoscope for Taurus students says that you will work hard without the expectation of money. AstroTalk

Taurus Health Horoscope 2022 Predictions

astrologers suggest that you must do internships that are

Health is one field where Taurus is not doing well, says the

rewarding in terms of knowledge and not money, initially, for a

yearly Taurus horoscope 2022. Owing to numerous responsi-

better professional future in the long run.

bilities at hand, you will not just exhaust yourself physically but also mentally. And even though you know you are doing

Taurus Career Horoscope 2022 Predictions

so, you will do less to change that, says AstroTalk astrolo-

If you are someone preparing for a competitive exam while

gers. The effects of lack of sleep and eating wrong will be

pursuing a job, you are likely to be under a lot of pressure. In

visible on your face as the skin will get dull. Thus, the Taurus

such circumstances, the yearly Taurus horoscope 2022

natives must consider their health as a priority. Also, they

predictions highlight that rather than accomplishing

should work better for themselves in 2022. For if you don’t, it

everything at once, try going slow. Being slow but being

would likely become the reason for your depression going

assured of your progress would help you remain stress-free.

forward.

Also, it shall help you in achieving your goals. For those going for higher studies or planning to go abroad for studies, the

Into some illness from a long time? Well, the Taurus health

period after May will bring you the desired results. You are

horoscope 2022 for ill natives suggests that with a bit of

also likely to develop a new passion besides the profession

regularity in medicines and following the rules and precau-

you are in. In doing so, you will be able to keep yourself busy

tions set by the doctor, you would be out of your ill zone

and productive.

super soon. Also, in the last few months, the time would be great to start with some exercises or getting into activities like

Proposals would be many. Choosing one will be a tiring task

yoga or sports. But remember to strictly follow the health

since the beginning of the New Year 2022. We are sure you

measures allowed to you as it might hit your financial life as

don’t want to miss the right deals. So, keep a keen eye on all

well.

the offers and valuable acquisitions. Make sure you look thoroughly at each one of them. From buyers to customers,

If you are planning to go for some adventurous activities to

all would get influenced in months from January to May.

loosen your wait, then beware! Taurus horoscope 2022 for

However, if you are a determined business person, matters

diet planners says that though you might enjoy what you are

will surely be in your favor in the other half of the year as per

getting into, yet you may encounter wounds resulting from

the yearly Taurus business horoscope 2022 predictions.

carelessness. So, keep an eye out for it. Ignore the buzz

If you are looking for a new job and wish to pursue your

because the planets do not support your body shaping

passion, be ready to face multiple hurdles coming your way.

technique. However, joining a gym or hiring some expert for a

Be a person of dedication and desperation, and grab your

home session of yoga would be helpful. You would see

dreams and build your career. The 2022 year for Taurus

yourself stepping towards success in the second half of the

zodiac sign for the ones planning a job change, Improvise!

year in terms of having the kind of body you have been

Get better in your skillset and approach useful contacts, as

waiting for a long time.

this is the best way you shall find a better job with a higher salary. Moreover, support from relatives and close family

Taurus health horoscope 2022 for healthy folks says that you

would be there too, predicts the Taurus job horoscope 2022

don’t have to worry about your health as you may continue to

predictions.

live a healthy lifestyle. The beginning of the year would be a good time for your health. So, keep up the excellent work!

Knowledge and hard work are always the keys. For all you

Your healthy lifestyle will provide you with numerous medical

students and ones planning to pursue higher studies, the

benefits. Throughout your workout, you'll be more ferocious

year 2022 will be a vital time for you. College aspirants must

and dynamic. It may also benefit you at work, as you will

choose their stream/subject after some proper guidance and

focus better and even perform flawlessly in all aspects of your

counseling. Natives with Taurus zodiac sign appearing for

life.

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The Canadian real estate market predictions in the year 2022

DMM DEPARTMENT

MB Enterprises

The Canadian real Estate markets after years of ups and

Hence, if the market conditions stays the same, it is a very

downs are finally on the brink of stability, especially Post

high possibility that the banks will going to increase the

Covid-19. Due to the pandemic the mortgage rates went to

mortgage rates even more. Something, which will surely give

their all-time low, and the competition between the home

the buyers an incentive to act instead of waiting for the rates

buyers began for more space. At the same time, due to the

to rise even more. If you still plan to purchase a home this

real estate circumstances the housing inventory went to its

year, please don’t wait for the rates to rise more. It’s advisable

lowest in terms of records. This was found to be a fact for the

to get into the markets while you can still claim that low

most Canadian cities as the effects on Real estate were more

interest rate. You are not the only one in the markets as there

uniform throughout the whole country Canada. According to

are millions of homeowners looking for homes this year.

the financial post which claims that this shortage of home for sale isn’t going to change anytime soon. This is because

SELLING & BUYING BEHAVIOURS IN 2022:

there are fewer homes on the market as compared from the

The selling & buying behaviors show a massive change in

last several years.

patterns as compared to previous years since 2019, i.e. the

INTEREST RATES IN THE NEW YEAR 2022:

times when the pandemic began. However, what’s been transparent in terms of the facts is that the past couple of

It’s the interest rates that counts huge numbers in the real

years have showcased a seller’s market. There has been a

estate sector as it is indeed a vital ingredient. However, there

serious rise in the cost of houses that allows the homeowners

is a good news in year 2022, and it is that the interest rates

to sell their homes for a handsome and substantial price. This

have already begun to rise over the last several years.

will be a good profit for them if they can manage to make

However, the bad news at the same time is that the interest

most of the time factor.

rates are still lagging behind their historical averages.

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Thus, the more populated areas which includes Aberdeen in

The state of affairs for the rental markets are not that different

B.C. and Kamloops have become some of the most sought-af-

either, than the buyer’s markets. The rental markets are more

ter residential areas in Canada. As a reason to this, the home

likely to feel the same magnitude of pressure too as buyers

prices will stay strong in next upcoming years and the reason

opt for cheaper options as opposed to purchasing a home.

is competitive prices. Ironically, as homes are more difficult to

This will ultimately cause the rental rates to rise which means

acquire due to their market value. The real estate experts are

fewer vacancies and more renters.

of the opinion for the potential home buyers that they must expect a competitive market in 2022. There are very little, in

In the midst of warnings & precautions the real estate have

fact nearly no signs to slow down in these densely populated

shown abnormal yet predictable behaviors. True for both

British Columbian cities.

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PRICINGS IN THE NEW YEAR & THE FACTORS INVOLVED IN 2022:

showing changes due to differences in behaviors. As a matter of fact, it’s true that it can be hard to make predictions for Canada’s real estate markets in let’s say next five years.

According to the experts in the Real Estate markets in

However, it’s also a fact that there is certainly never been a

Canada, the sales are going to drop significantly in 2022.

better time to invest in Canadian real estate markets than at

There are projections of a significant 12.5% decline which is

this very moment.

making the potential buyers a bit nervous and tentative. Thus, the buyers are thinking to wait for at least a year or two so that the markets get back to their original buying population which is far more feasible for potential homeowners. CREA or Canadian Real Estate Association is an organization that works regards to making predictions as to the buying behaviors and sales as well as generating statistics. CREA has reported an average increase of 5.7% in the housing costs over the last year. The organization also predicts that these figures will not change in the rest of the year, i.e. they will stay same until start of 2023. This makes the home buyers to be in the driver’s seat with fewer home on the market.

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How much value does a finished basement add? CORBEN GRANT Courtesy of Canadian Real Estate News Finished basements are a very popular renovation for homeowners these days. Not only does it add extra living

Not all Living space is created equal It's true that finishing your basement will add additional

space to your home, but it is also much more affordable

usable space to your home, however, not all space is seen

compared to the average cost of an above-ground renovation

equally in the eyes of an appraiser. For the purposes of home

or addition.

value, square footage above grade is seen as more valuable than space below grade, such as basements.

However, one big question when it comes to finished basements is: how much value does a finished basement add

Below-grade living space is considered less desirable

to the value of your home? While it's a good enough reason

because of the limitations of basement space; small or no

to renovate your basement for your own enjoyment, it's nice

windows, limited natural light, low ceilings, and cold tempera-

to know that money you spent can be put back in your pocket

tures add to the idea that they are worth a little less than

when it comes time to sell.

more comfortable above grade space.

But there are some considerations you need to keep in mind

For example, two otherwise comparable homes with the

before considering a finished basement. If you choose to

same square footage may sell for different prices if one has a

finish your basement in hopes of adding value to your home,

greater amount of living space above grade. Conversely, two

the wrong decisions can lead to very little return or even a

homes of the same value may have significantly different

loss of money. In this article, we will cover everything you

amounts of living space depending on how much is counted

need to know about finishing your basement and how it adds

below or above grade.

to the value of your home.

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How much does a finished basement add to appraisals?

In fact, some buyers may be more attracted to an unfinished basement as they can renovate it to fit their own needs.

There are a few different ways that appraisers will approach a

Often, the desirability of a finished basement will depend on

finished basement, so the amount added to the value of your

the local real estate market.

home by a finished basement will vary. Usually, the value per on the quality of the finish and the number of doors and

Types of basements and how they affect the below-grade appraisal

windows in the basement. The value of your finished

There are a few different kinds of basements and can receive

basement square footage compared to the other levels may

different appraisal values. Here are the three major varieties:

square foot is lower than above-grade square footage based

only be around 50% or 70% per square foot for example.

Walk-out basements

Some appraisers only base their figure on the gross living

A walkout basement is considered the most desirable

area while others do not include basement space at all in the

basement in terms of value. For a walkout, a portion of the

total square footage. Make sure you understand how your

basement is entirely uncovered and usually includes a

appraiser arrives at their figure so you can catch any potential

full-size door to the outside, making it more like a ground floor

errors.

than a basement. In addition, this type of basement allows for full-size windows and more natural light.

There are many material costs involved in a basement project including exterior wall insulation, drywall, paint, and flooring.

In terms of outdoor space, a walk-out basement also allows

There are also the costs of hiring renovators. An average

for a patio or sitting area, adding a lot of appeal to the outside

remodel cost can easily cost $10,000+. In terms of a finished

of your home. This style of basement can also give you a lot

basement ROI, the average home can expect around 70%

of options for creating a basement rental unit or in-law suite.

return on the costs of the renovation as an added value upon sale.

Partial grade or garden-level lot basement A partial grade or garden-level basement is something of a

Does finishing a basement help when selling?

mix between a walk-out and a more traditional basement. A

It’s hard to say if a basement remodel is worth it solely for the

garden-level basement features larger windows and more

purpose of helping to sell your home, especially when

light than a standard basement, without the benefit of the

compared to other viable options. The amount of value-added

walkout's full-sized door.

by a finished basement will vary and depending on how you renovate it, it may turn off some buyers.

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Standard lot basement or full basement

A home theatre is a very popular addition to a home and can

This is your run-of-the-mill basement and it's unmistakable. A

be the source of a lot of enjoyment for a long time. The most

standard basement is fully under the ground meaning

extravagant of home theatres may include some specialized

foundation walls on all sides. Besides small basement

construction for things such as installed seating, specialty

windows high up on the concrete walls, there is very little

lighting and sound systems, or a projector and screen.

natural light. This type of basement is less appealing and also

If you choose to create a home theatre of this style, there is a

less likely to be finished, so may provide lots of opportunities

good chance the room cannot be used for other purposes

for renovation.

without major changes.

Uses for your finished basement space

One popular renovation these days is the home office. A lot of

If you plan on doing a basement remodel, you hopefully have

people are looking to create working spaces at home and to

some plans for your newly usable lower-level space. It’s

keep them separate from their everyday life. While finishing

important to keep the actual use in mind before finishing a

your basement is a great way to gain an office space without

basement, especially if you are doing so to increase your

intruding on your home space, consider that poor lighting and

property's value. If you finish your basement in a way that is

potentially shoddy wireless reception can make a basement a

only intended for a very specific use, you risk turning off

somewhat dreary and frustrating place to work compared to

potential buyers.

the main floor.

One of the easiest and most common uses is a guest

Finally, you may opt to turn your basement into a rented

bedroom for visiting friends and family. Another popular

apartment or in-law suite. This will require the most work of

choice is a more accessible and bigger laundry room.

any basement project, as you will need to install facilities

A games room or playroom for kids offers extra recreational

such as a kitchen and a bathroom. You also need to make

space while keeping noise or clutter away from the primary

sure your apartment complies with local laws for things such

living areas. This is particularly popular for people with young

as egress which is why a walk-out basement is ideal for this

children or those who entertain often.

use.

Another popular basement renovation is a home gym or

In terms of value, this renovation is great not just for the

workout room. If you go this route, you can actually save a lot

appraisal value it adds, but for the regular rental income you

of money by avoiding gym memberships. When building a

can collect. One downside is, you lose the use of the space

home gym, you will likely want solid flooring, bright lighting,

when you are renting out the unit and you turn its mainte-

and perhaps a larger doorway for equipment to get into the

nance into a constant job for yourself.

room.

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Considerations when finishing your basement

great way to make a home feel truly yours and you can gain a

The first thing you need to consider when looking at finishing

lot of comfortable, versatile space that can be outfitted for

your basement is your renovation budget and how much you

whatever purpose you feel like. In terms of adding to your

want to do yourself. The benefit of working on your own

home value, finishing your basement will generally have a

renovation is the potential to save money. However, your

positive effect on resale value and the renovations are

project may take much longer and be of much lower quality

inexpensive compared to other major projects.

which could affect appraisal value. Next, you need to make sure you get any appropriate construction permits before you begin any work on your basement. Failing to do this can cause you a lot of headaches down the road when you try to sell. When it comes to designing your basement, some things you need to consider are the amount of lighting, the height of ceilings, and what material you want the flooring to be. If possible, try to get trim, doors, paint, and flooring materials that match the main floor. This will help with your appraisal value. Also, consider potential water issues that are common in basements and whether you need floor drains or a sump pump. It would be a shame to see your new renovations destroyed by water damage. Tile flooring may be ideal for a basement that has water issues as it is more resilient to moisture.

Final Thoughts A finished basement is a great idea and investment if you plan on living in your home for more than a few years. It’s a

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The importance of employee training programs in an organizational culture

DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Apart from the many fundamentals of an organizational

The sustainability of a company depends on such programs

culture, the employee training programs holds mandatory

as a company is simply a combination of its key employees.

values. There is no doubt that employee training & develop-

Alternatively, one must say key resources as human resourc-

ment programs are an essential need for success in a

es and their utilization are two old and most important

company’s organizational culture. Employee training adds

aspects. A reputation created with the help of employees

significant fuel to the returns that an employee gives to an

always is a fruitful reputation in the corporate arena. Irrespec-

organization. It not only enhances the employee services for

tive, of being an old practice, it’s also a practice that varies

an organization but maintains the way a company maintains

from one organizational culture to another. Let’s say, it’s a

its culture. Yes, definitely a culture that meets the mandatory

different practice in the Egalitarian culture than as compared

demands of a training program. An organizational culture

to any other culture which differs slightly.

rests on certain pillars and these pillars are always useful in industry, or media or a market research company. The goal is

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT BRINGS ENHANCEMENTS IN EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCES:

simple, to invest in your vital human resources and make use

Training and development programs in companies are a

of them effectively with a larger vision. A long term vision that

massive source of bringing enhancements in employee

rests on the fundamentals of training programs.

performances. These trainings includes management training,

an organization’s sustainable goals. Whether it’s the retail

sales training, new employee training, mentoring programs, & Your human resources can definitely turn out to be great

finally apprenticeships. According to a survey report based on

assets for your goal and your company’s vision. It’s always

employees feedback regards to their training, a huge 92% of

about the level of trust that you shall impose on your employ-

employees agreed strongly or very strongly that training

ees for much better and fast results.

improved their performances at work. Following are some of

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the training that are adopted in companies for the sake of

DEVELOPING SOFT SKILLS IN EMPLOYEES:

employee development. These are as follows;

The employees training and development programs in

TRAINING FOR NEW & IMPROVED RESPONSIBILITIES:

organizations are a significant source of developing soft skills. Some examples of these soft skills that are developed in

Training for new & improved responsibilities in organizations

employees are resilience, emotional intelligence, and agility in

is a common type of training. Whether they are cross-training

professional settings. All these skills can be highly integral in

to understand multiple roles or moving into new positions. The

creating an atmosphere that fosters productivity.

employees can prepare themselves for some additional ties. These are type of programs that can help the employees

HOW T&D BRINGS IMPROVEMENTS IN A COMPANY’S CULTURE?

learn the skills in their current roles as well as introduce

A key reason for providing training & development programs

leadership skills and software knowledge that they will be

also known as T&Ds is the company’s culture. According to

needing in the future. With the improved responsibilities the

Chris, the author of book Power of Company culture, the

training can change and improve for the sake of better

training and development opportunities are in line with the

employee portfolio.

attributes that he calls the mandatory pillars of a strong

responsibilities through training and development opportuni-

LEARNING ABOUT INDUSTRY & TECH UPDATES: Constantly updating yourself if you are associated with

company culture. These vital attributes includes measurement, positivity, transparency, Uniqueness, acknowledgement, mistakes & finally listening.

technical industries where you need to update is related to your technical updates. The most common application of such

Development of listening skills and thinking with a positive

an example is in the software industry where companies

mind frame are the core of training programs in corporate

need to expand the vision of employees through technical

culture. It determines the importance of these two along with

updates. This is similar to updating an IOS to a higher

the rest which includes acknowledgement & transparency. A

version, just as the need arises.

strong company culture rests on these pillars & training &

ADAPTING TO REMOTE WORK:

development programs strengthens these for an employee’s sustainable corporate success. This is true irrespective of the

This is situational training where the employees are trained

type of company’s culture & also holds vital importance for

according to the circumstances, i.e. working from home. Most

the employee’s self-satisfaction and sense of accomplish-

of the employees are well aware of working remotely,

ment.

however, if few of them aren’t they are equipped in terms of the deliverables that are needed from them on a daily basis. Not only makes the employees feel happy and satisfied but they are also well equipped with the technicalities of remote working. W W W. M B E F O RYOU. C O M

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The Victoria Day – A Huge Significance & Holiday In Canada- 23rd May 2022 DIGITAL MEDIA MARKETING MB Enterprises A huge significance day for the

Queen of United Kingdom of Great

Canadians who celebrate the birthday

Britain and Ireland from 20th June

VICTORIA CITY- ‘THE CAPITAL OF BRITISH COLUMBIA’:

of Queen Victoria as a holiday. The

1837 until her death, i.e. 22nd January

The capital of British Columbia, i.e.

day is celebrated on Monday before

1901. A number of places in the whole

Victoria is a city that is named after

25th May, therefore, Victoria Day falls

of Canada named after Queen

Her Majesty Queen Victoria who was

on different dates every year. In this

Victoria, is just a statistical signifi-

the Royal Monarch at the time when

month, the holiday is falling on 23rd

cance of the values attached to Her

the city was granted the status to be

May 2022, while the next year it’s

Majesty. However, a major signifi-

the capital of British Columbia. It

falling on 22nd May 2023, and the day

cance is the Capital of British Colum-

happened exactly in the year 1868

is highly significant for the people of

bia, i.e. Victoria City. She was also the

and the step was a vital one taken by

Canada. The capital city of the

Queen of Australia, however, her

Govt. of United Kingdom of Great

province British Columbia is named

personal & political attachments to the

Britain & Ireland. Hence, it’s a very

after Her Majesty Queen Victoria and

great North American country Canada

important province for Canada as the

the city is a key contributor in terms of

are highly symbolic. She has played a

province is hub of commerce, finance,

tourism and immigration numbers.

major part in making Canada the

arts, and architecture & the immigra-

country it is today, i.e. a country which

tion values. The Capital of British

The prestigious & royal monarch

is a land of immigrants as well as a

Columbia attracts many people from

Queen Victoria was actually born on

land of number of growing business-

the whole world in terms of annual

the 25th of May 1819 and was the

es.

immigration numbers, according to

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Immigration Canada. An organization that is responsible for controlling & monitoring the Canadian Borders.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE DAY WITH KEY TIMELINES{1845-1952}: In history Victoria Day has moved from different timelines, i.e.

At the same time Queen Victoria was also the ruling monarch

1845 a Blooming nation, 1867, Independence Day, Posthu-

at the time of Canada’s birth as a country in 1867. Just a year

mous celebrations 1901 and finally 1952, No parades on

before Victoria City was named as Victoria as well as capital

Sundays.

city of Province British Columbia. It truly is a day to celebrate all the wonderful things that makes Canada the country it is

In 1845, it started as a Day of Celebrations while Queen

today. Furthermore, the pride it holds in terms of restoration

Victoria was the ruling monarch of Canada, and the day was

of the respect for the royals.

designated as May 25. It was not only a celebration in some

THE HISTORICAL VALUES ATTACHED TO THE BIRTH DAY‘25th MAY’:

parts of Canada, but from border to border. In 1867, i.e. the year of Independence, on the Independence Day, Victoria granted Canada the independence status. In the year 1901,

The celebration of the most iconic British Queen began in the

the year of the death of the Royal Monarch, it was officially

year 1845, when the Govt. of Canada announced the

stated first time as the national level Holiday. A holiday in the

celebration of the birthday of Queen Victoria as a National

whole of provinces of Canada, but celebrated as “Victoria

level holiday. The day was 25th May which later changed to

Day”. Finally, in the year 1952, it was switched from May 25 to

first Monday before 25th May. However, the confirmation for

a Monday preceding the ex-official date. The main reason

this holiday to be a national holiday was made just after her

were due to some staunch religious beliefs of Her Majesty

death, i.e. 1901. The celebrations date was switched in 1952,

Queen Victoria. The main aim was to avoid Sundays as part

i.e. the Monday preceding the actual birth date, i.e. May 25th.

of the celebrations of ‘The Victoria Day’.

The year when Queen Elizabeth II took over as the Queen of United Kingdom of Great Britain & Ireland, and is still the

Victoria Day, in these modern times is still a day of massive

ruling Monarch of Canada.

celebrations from British Columbia to Ontario, and from Nova Scotia to Saskatchewan. It’s the love & affection with the

Queen Victoria was also the one who is responsible for

Queen that is remembered in form of celebrations and

declaration of Ottawa as the Capital of Canada. This

national level holiday in Canada. A salute & a huge tribute to

happened when Canada was granted independence as an

the efforts of the great monarch for great nation Canada.

entity of the British Empire in 1867, and she was the ruling monarch of Canada.

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Top tourism destinations in the province of Quebec - a must visit for the tourists022 DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Quebec Province in Canada is a land of beauty not only in

OLD MONTREAL:

terms of elements of natural beauty, but also man-made

Old Montreal is a famous place for the tourists in the city of

beauty. The French speaking province is not only student’s

Montreal. A real attraction in terms of the number of people

favorite place, but also a tourist attraction with many tourists

arriving in Montreal city. The place “Old Montreal” is appropri-

arriving in Quebec every year. Most people love to come to

ately named in one sense and is the oldest neighborhood in

Quebec from Europe which includes countries like France

the city. It also contains the site where Montreal was first

and UK, while a huge number of tourists arrive from the

established in 1642. The many local fashion boutiques and

neighboring United States as well as Mexico, another North

cafes in Old Montreal are always full of life for the visitors,

American nation. It’s not a memory for some which they call

especially European visitors. People, i.e. the visitors from

‘Once in a blue moon’, as for many it’s like an addiction to

international countries stream into the area to walk, bike, and

come to Quebec to spend their holidays. The crowded and

boat the beautiful waterfront, also known as Old Fort. In the

yet organized streets of Quebec City and quiet and peaceful

night it’s a great place for the visitors to drink and dine at

walkaways by the riverside are a compliment to remember for

many modern restaurants at night. Old Montreal as the name

many tourists. Yet in terms of the development, and infrastruc-

suggests, is truly a gorgeous blend of the old and new that

ture, Quebec province is not far behind the most advanced

you won’t want to miss.

provinces of Canada which includes Ontario and British Columbia.

THE MONTREAL BOTANICAL GARDEN: The Montreal Botanical Garden, like the many botanical

The natural beauty of Quebec speaks volumes for itself as

gardens of big cities is a gorgeous place to be. The freshness

well as the maintenance of the Govt. of Quebec which has

in the air that you can always feel in the garden while taking a

always been a high-level priority. Quebec serves the best of

walk as well as birds chirping, especially is a feeling full of

the best since the Victorian times when Canada used to be

love and beauty of nature. At the Montreal Botanical garden,

the British Monarchy.

the expression, ‘stop and smell the flowers’ takes on a whole new meaning in the garden, i.e. the greatest feeling in the

As we move forward, we shall explore the gorgeous and

world if you are a first-timer. With a massive 22,000 plant

overwhelming tourist destinations in Quebec province.

species and cultivars living in its 10 greenhouses, 20 thematic

Something, which has changed the course of Tourism and its

gardens and a pavilion, it’s a feeling that makes you dream

rich cultural values.

big as a nature lover.

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As a matter of fact, the Botanical gardens in the biggest cities

MOUNT ROYAL:

of the world are like an oasis within the city. Most of the

Mount Royal as the name clearly suggests is a mountain

gardens like the Montreal Botanical Garden are closer to the

located right in the hearts of downtown Montreal. Much of it

city center. In the Montreal city, the beautiful garden is

within a large park of the same name, i.e. Mount Royal. The

actually beside the Olympic stadium and Biodome, making for

designer of New York’s Central Park, named Frederick Law

a great day trip.

Olmstead was the person who designed the Mount Royal

OLD QUEBEC:

Park. The two gorgeous landmarks serve a similar purpose where people meet and dine-in as well as play outdoor

Old Quebec in the famous Quebec City is a collection of

sports, hangout and spend time moving outdoors. Tam-tams

impressive attractions rather being so much an attraction

are the weekly gatherings in Mount Royal for drummers,

itself, all populating in one historic area. It’s a world UNESCO

musicians, dancers, vendors, and the general public. All in all

heritage site as the world heritage treasure makes for the

it’s a big outdoor party, which redefines “Outdoors” in its

perfect day trip. If you are not actually a history buff, it’s an

purest sense, i.e. a carnival that can’t be missed. Hence, it’s a

area full of entertainment, from art and music to shopping

big party where you are invited.

and fine dining. The locals’ mainly French-speaking call the famous site by the name of Vieux-Quebec. The gorgeous

As a visitor and a tourist visiting Quebec, there are many

architecture that dates back centuries is a huge contributor to

more places where you can go, dine-out, and take unique

the beauty elements of Old Quebec. It also includes the

shopping experiences. This is apart from many other outdoor

fortifications that form the biggest walled city north of the

activities which you would love to do. The French speaking

North American country Mexico. As a tourist visiting Quebec,

province of Canada not only defines beauty in its true sense,

Old Quebec is a must visit if you are a history lover as well as

but also is a massive tourist attraction for people who love

someone who loves arts and architecture.

history and architecture.

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TOP ECO-FRIENDLY COMPANIES IN CANADA & THEIR MOTO FOR THE YEAR 2022 DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Being eco-friendly especially in a

companies as a norm or usual

Here are the top eco-friendly compa-

country like Canada is far more

practice for sake of achieving

nies in Canada that are an example

competitive & far more important for

environmental sustainability. As an

for the continent North America.

the sake of environmental sustainabili-

example we can discuss saving the

They are as follows;

ty. While we know the real definition

environment activities as best

of an eco-friendly company very

practices, apart from the waste

STANTEC:

clearly, it’s still important to realize

management activities. Also, includes

The company Stantec is one of the

that an eco-friendly company doesn’t

activities like energy savings through

top 10 of the eco-friendly companies

have environmental sustainability as

use of smart energy systems &

in Canada. These are ratings

a priority but as well as pattern their

bringing reductions in carbon

according to Corporate Knights which

activities to be eco-friendly. This is in

footprints. Needs investments that are

released its 2021 Global 100 most

shape of delivering eco-friendly

of higher magnitude in terms of the

sustainable corporation rankings. As

products as well as setting up as well

costs, i.e. budgeted allocations for

a matter of fact it stands proudly at

as follow strategies that are

environmental sustenance. This

number five in the world as most

eco-friendly.

investment by companies is obviously

sustainable and ranks first in Canada.

taken as fruitful investments in terms New and old companies who are

of the CSR activities and best

Let it be an innings of success for

taking issues of environmental

practices. Canada needs no formal

Stantec, something that they have

sustainability as a strict practice and

introduction to the phrase ‘Go Green

achieved over the years is truly an

a top priority are known as eco-friend-

& Go Sustainable’ as many compa-

example for many companies. Some

ly companies. These are the compa-

nies aim to operate that way for a

of the sustainable operations where

nies that can go beyond the basic

better & a sustainable future.

Stantec have been outstanding in

CSR initiatives that are followed in

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terms of the output includes Commu-

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nity engagement, HSSE Program, Indigenous Relations &

this waste goes to the landfills on a yearly basis, i.e. every

Partnerships and finally key areas of corporate governance.

year by their sustainable actions. They have been doing all this through the productions of long-lasting quality products,

ACCENTURE INC.:

saving scrap fabric and upcycling it into accessories.

Yet another company from the graceful list of Top 10 eco-friendly companies in Canada is Accenture Inc. The

CHOP VALUE:

company is an Ireland-based MNC with its headquarters in

Unlike its name Chop Value is not reducing the value that it

Dublin, Ireland. It is also selected as one of Canada’s

has created in last few years to bring it in list of Top 10

greenest employers in the year 2021.

environmentally sustainable companies. The company is dedicated & highly committed to recycling chop sticks &

The company has developed travel management programs

transforming them into material that is reusable. The amazing

as part of their CSR while increasing investments in virtual

part is about the design of Chop value products is not only

collaborative technology for the sake of bringing reductions in

focused and intended to being sustainable. However, apart

Carbon footprint through employee travel. In addition to these

from the sustainability factor it also helps in achieving

they have extended their efforts through recycling of batter-

circularity & longevity. The difference it creates is far more

ies, e-waste, printer toner cartridges, coffee packets,

worth praising than any other company. They tend to make a

electronic media and organics.

difference through transparency in all the effort, i.e. to achieve zero carbon footprint throughout their production

In the future, i.e. for 2022, they have a larger vision & the

process.

motto is to increase their activities through extension in CSR & creating more environmental values.

All these companies apart from many more in list of sustainable companies deal consistently with a problem scenario.

ENCIRCLED:

This either relates to their production, i.e. with an involvement

It’s a Canadian company as well that is in list of Top 10

of material or the product life cycle. Creating an example is

eco-friendly companies in Canada. The area in which they

the motto, especially in the New Year, i.e. 2022. Importantly,

operate is sustainable clothing and it is dedicated in creating

as more & more companies enjoy improvements in sustaina-

beautiful, trendless and comfortable designs. The idea is not

ble developments & CSR activities on a daily basis. Efforts

that unique in Canada, however, the implementation is far

made by Stantec standout easily in the list of sustainable

more unique in terms of the sustainable developments.

companies in Canada. As a matter of fact, they keep on

Encircled is not grouped in A class Corporation, however the

improving with a vision to be the number one company on

company is a Certified B corporation.

the list of most sustainable & eco-friendly companies in the world.

In the near future and as milestones in 2022 they aim a reduction of 11 million tones that relates to textile waste and

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How digital marketing holds the power to change the world

DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

The power of digital marketing is no more the same, in fact it

Precisely, in order to build loyalty brands they need to be

has increased since its early days and now it has the power

transparent as well as demonstrate their personality online

to change world. This is via the usage of the various digital

apart from the company’s ethos.

marketing tools & how these tools are used effectively for best results. Now in this modern age, we are a society that is

For example the need for transparency in food packaging

driven by digital technology. The power of digital marketing to

business. This need for the transparency in food packaging

change the world can’t be estimated as it has an incredible

extends too many aspects of the business to how the

influence on people’s interactions, work, purchases and life

employees are being treated to what it returns to the society

habits.

and the communities. For example, if you are settled abroad and you are an Asian. How well your brand is giving back to

The aim of the companies these days is to maximize the

the Asian community settled in the suburbs of Toronto. A city

brand awareness & the impact as the companies need to

that is highly loaded with Asian communities.

have a firm grasp on the utilization of the digital universe.

TRANSPARENCY IS THE MODERN DAY DEMAND:

AN ENTIRELY NEW BREED OF INFLUENCERS: Another difference is the new breed of influencers. That is,

The digital marketing powers to change the world also

the people who are the influencers from the youth & their

demands transparency, i.e. being highly transparent for better

ideas matter for brand improvements. The involvement of two

& more artistic results. This is in today’s digital world where

digital media giants, i.e. Social media & YouTube both have

the customers want to know about their interactions, i.e. the

enabled the regular people to become incredibly influential.

companies they interact with and purchases from. Brand

The need for the companies to hire the celebrities for the

loyalty is something that demands transparency as well.

sake of brand endorsements is no more an essential require-

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ment. The new breed of influencers have switched these

powers of digital media more closely. Approximately, a huge

priorities from celebrity endorsements to YouTube & social

87% of the users are highly likely to buy a certain product if

media platforms being far more influence generators.

the message is personalized. Furthermore, it is a message that is supported by social media. An example of such a

For example, let’s discuss the example of the famous brand

company is the economical & price-friendly airline company

Coke. Coca Cola for example have moved from a reliance on

Easy Jet. While making celebrations of their 20 glowing years

influencer product placements to hiring influencers as hosts

in the business they analyzed their data. This analysis was

on its You Tube channel, Coke TV.

based on customer’s insights and some inspirational pieces

INNOVATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED:

of information about their customer’s journeys. Hence, the campaign eventually resulted in an e-mail campaign while

The power of digital media is more evident from how innova-

using the dynamic copy, images and the links to tell story of

tion works & is encouraged more often. The new landscape

every customer from their first flight to the future flights.

has also enabled the brands to reach out & engage with their

Hence, adding some very detailed and absolutely fascinating

customers more innovatively. According to the HSBC market-

facts about their travel behaviors as well as recommendations

ing caption “Innovation as a driver of efficiency” has changed

for the future trips.

many things as well in digital media for FI’s or financial institutions. Companies like HSBC & JPMorgan Chase are

A useful activity that is not only good for the customer’s

using innovation as a powerful tool in order to serve their

feedback & collections of their analysis. However, a good

customers in far more better ways.

exercise for future investments & financial strategies. Airline

FOSTERS INTIMACY:

companies are using exactly & similar campaigns not only for having reviews, but also involvement that deserves to be at a

Different businesses can have their learning at enormous

higher level. In case of Easy Jet campaign, the response on

levels about the potential customers that is based on the data

social media was awesome as people reacted in minutes with

they can gather. Next, the smart companies are using this

an overwhelmingly positive response with a reach of approxi-

data for the sake of creating extremely personalized market-

mately 700,000 people and over 1 million impressions. That’s

ing messages while the younger generation is eating it up.

fantastic showing the true power of digital media that can change the world, just like that. As a result, across all

The perceptions of others as well as the Social going-on is a

markets, a huge 8% of the customers who received the

huge driving motivator amongst the millennials. Hence, this

e-mail made a booking in the next 1 months’ time, i.e. 30

has transformed the world of digital media while making this

days.

personalization a highly powerful tool that compliments the

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Why Canada’s trucking industry is identified as a crucial pillar of the Economy in canada? DMM DEPARTMENT MB Enterprises

Canada’s trucking industry is on a boom and has gradually

Interestingly on top of this, 61.6% of trade is handled via

turned into being a crucial pillar of the Canadian economy.

trucking sector. According to real stats from Transport Canada

Yes, it’s the transport industry focused on trucking sector

which claims that 32,000 trucks across the Canadian-US

that’s on a boom in terms of the number of benefits for the

border are operational everyday while carrying an estimated

people, contributions to Canada’s GDP & a vast contribution

$1.2 billion in goods. Canada-US border is the largest border

to the job sector in Canada. It’s never been as easy as

in the world in terms of area and there are a huge number of

Canada has achieved all this after a series of challenges in

trucks that are moving every day from Canada to USA &

the trucking industry, a sector that has improved a huge

vice-versa.

percentage. The trucks are responsible for all major supply chains in Canada and these includes fuel, equipment, food,

AN INDUSTRY THAT IS NOW A BIG EMPLOYER:

medical supplies, waste management & many more.

Trucking industry is in the list of being one of Canada’s biggest employer. Yes, it’s true according to the statistics as

Being a crucial pillar & a contributor to the economy was

Canada’s trucking industry has transformed itself to be one of

never been so relaxing. Primarily, as Canada is a country that

Canada’s biggest employer since the last decade. According

is vast in terms of area and there are a total of ten provinces

to estimates which are based on internet-based results, the

& three territories in Canada.

trucking industry employs at least 35,000 truck drivers that accounts for almost 2.5% of the entire Canada’s workforce.

THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY IS MASSIVE:

Practically speaking, it doesn’t look to be that huge numbers,

It’s a massive industry that makes a huge part of the econo-

however, the numbers are big in terms of the growth rate.

my of Canada. We are in the year 2022 and things have been

Hence, as well as the wanted nature of the trucking industry

changing constantly at a predictable rate even though 2019,

since the online shopping trends are growing in almost all

2021 & 2022 are the pandemic years. This is prior to the

Canadian provinces.

pandemic, i.e. in 2018 when the industry generated 39.75 billion Canadian dollars, i.e. almost close to 40 Billion

Naturally, the love for the industry in Canada has grown not

Canadian dollars. These are massive figures looking at the

only in terms of workers applying for work. But, also for

nature of the industry which in Canada is totally different.

people who want to invest in the transport sector in Canada are eyeing more confidently towards the trucking sector. A

This is a role which is huge domestically, i.e. within the

new analysis of HR Canada regards to the trucking sector

Canadian borders, there is also a role the trucking sector

claims that 17,350 new truck drivers will be employed in the

plays with their closest neighbor. As a matter of fact, speaking

industry until 2025. Amazing stats in terms of the number of

in terms of the statistics the Canada-American trade relation-

people as stats speaks volumes for itself. The interesting part

ship is the second largest in terms of all global trades.

is the diversification as more young people and women are

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employed as truck drivers. Thus, reducing the number of old

in the province of British Columbia, it has been used to the

drivers that are heading closer to retirement. An industry that

highest level and shown results that are quiet outstanding.

is King in the transport sector in Canada needs a bit of focus to be more groomed and far more effective.

Innovation is a high-level demand of the trucking sector apart from other many quality assurance criterion. The trucking

AN INDUSTRY THAT IS GETTING MORE INNOVATIVE:

industry in Canada is meeting most of the demands of the

The trucking industry is getting acquainted with more

industry with good effects. However, there is always a room

innovative technology than other industries in Canada. The

for improvement.

reason is the requirement level that is no more the same it used to be decades ago. Vitally, due to the fact that the industry demands more safety, more control & more quality assurance. The industry is surprisingly preparing itself well in advance for connected vehicles, i.e. CV and automated vehicles, i.e. AV. The industry at the same time is becoming environmentally friendly by having less reliance on petroleum. There are other various alternatives that are being tested and considered that includes biodiesel, electricity, hydrogen cell, ethanol, propane and compressed and liquified natural gas. As part of being environmentally friendly electric trucks are being used commonly as a test that has given good dividends. Especially, W W W. M B E F O RYOU. C O M

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inc.

JOINT VENTURE

YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR PASSION

CORE BUSINESS

We are pleased to announce that RMA CANADA - a subsidiary of MB Enterprises, has signed an agreement with Fintech to launch their Selectcoin Crypto-currency Solution. Selectcoin is a card-based digital wallet solution that enables customers to buy and sell crypto-currency through a point-of-sale at a retail location.

Free Crypto enabled POS terminal with Free Display and Signage for retailers and merchants. Helping you is what we do.

For more details about Selectcoin, please visit : www.fintechselect.com/fintech-selectcoin/ To know more about us visit : www.rmacanada.com

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Address: 104-100 Dynamic Drive,Toronto, ON M1V 5C4 Tel: 1-866-677-1377 | Fax: 1-866-204-6888 E-mail: info@mbeforyou.com

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WHERE BENEFITS MEET REWARD

Earn Extra income with RMA & MBBP Referral Program

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MBE GLOBAL is a software house and IT firm that specializes in providing financial technology solutions to enterprises and firms worldwide.

global.mbeforyou.com CASHWAVE KEY FEATURES “Highly customizable” “Detailed daily / weekly /monthly reporting” “Manage cash loading agents” “Manage investors and set up commissions” “ISO can manage unlimited no. of merchant account ATMs” “Secure login with the option to create additional users and set up access controls on ISO level”

Cashwave

is a 100% secure web-based monitoring and administration solution for ATM management which allows ISO’s and merchants to keep track of real-time status of the cash in ATMs, receive alert notifications, manage terminals and accounts,access settlement details and view detailed reports.

“Area management features”

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FREE PTR

100

PERSONAL ACCOUNTING

POINTS

ATM

MORTGAGE & BUSINESS

LOAN

FREE

100

250

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CONSULTATION + UPTO 2000 POINTS

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RENOVATION & BUILDING

INSURANCE

FREE CONSULTATION

2000

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CREDIT COUNSELLING

POINTS

Sign up as an MBBP/RMA member and refer a member to earn an immediate reward of $15. Earn further points by referring a client to sign up for any of our services and accrue points redeemable for cash Address: 104-100 Dynamic Drive, Toronto ON M1V 5C4. Fax: 1-866-204-6888

Tel: 1-855-NOW-MBBP (669-6227) Email: info@rmacanada.com Web: www.rmacanada.com

MERCHANT'S FIRST CHOICE FOR Payment processing. Our Services

AS LOW AS $10 EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Sign up for mbbp/rma today and receive an absolutely free evaluation of your insurance policy and resp for your children without any obligation. New mbbp/rma members will also receive 1000 mbbp points upon any purchase. Let MBBP/RMA help you

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS SERVICES Life Insurance Drugs & Dental Insuarnce

E-COMMERCE

Clover Flex

$15.00

MOBILE

Clover Duo

$20.00

Clover Mini

$15.00

Critical Illness Disability Insurance

Newland 910

$15.00

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IN-STORE

Visitor / Travel Insurance

get your ideal insurance policy today!

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Address: 104-100 Dynamic Drive Toronto, ON M1V 5C4 Email: insurance@mbeforyou.com Website: insurance.mbeforyou.com Toll Free: 1-647-832-7265 Tel: 1-866-667-1377 Fax: 1-866-204-6888

Phone: 1-844-894-7328 Email: info@greatpos.ca

TETRA Desk 5000

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TETRA Move 5000

$15.00

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DESTINATION

NORTHERN ONTARIO The ultimate experience of a lifetime. Presented by Saba Tours.

Saba Travels is pleased to organize tours for you to experience Northern Ontario covering arts and culture, entertainment, food and drinks, indigenous, wellness, outdoors and sports.

Looking for your next adventure?

Meet passionate people, get the taste of local culture with one of a kind experience. From traditional tipi teachings to paddle board yoga and all of these experiences will be arranged with Saba tours and partners for your next adventure trip.

Saba tours and MBE Group, Great team to deal with Address: 102 - 100 Dynamic Drive. Scarborough ON (M1V 5C4) E-mail: sabatravel@rogers.com

CALL US +1 416-926-8250

Saba Travel in business since 1984.