The Autumn 2021 Issue Of Modern Mississauga Media's Interactive Digital Magazine

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INTRODUCING A new workforce development program is now available to help facilitate the return of hospitality workers in Toronto, Mississauga and Brampton.

Hospitality EDGE offers a highly curated suite of free online courses geared towards the hospitality sector and its quickly-evolving needs.

The program is delivered by Destination Toronto in close partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries; the City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture department, Tourism Mississauga and the Tourism Office of the City of Brampton.

Developed with input from employers and employees from a diverse range of hospitality businesses, Hospitality EDGE offers courses connected to five critically-needed skill sets for today’s workforce:

1 HEALTH + SAFETY 2 CUSTOMER SERVICE 3 DIGITAL LITERACY 4 SUSTAINABLE + INCLUSIVE TOURISM 5 RESILIENCY The courses are designed for a broad spectrum of the hospitality industry including those returning to work; current workers looking to up-skill; and those interested in joining the industry.

Business owners are also invited to upgrade their own skills or share the educational program with their current or furloughed employees.

Hospitality EDGE is made possible through funding from workforce development initiatives by the Ontario Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries.

Whether you’re looking to further develop your own skills or supporting the growth development of your team, be sure to share and take part in the new program.

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ARTS Artist Profile: Kevin Dietz Artist Profile: David Leask TRAVEL Enjoying Calgary inside and out A family road trip to Oak Island, Nova Scotia MOTORING All about winter tires Winter driving tips 2022 Nissan Frontier 2022 Genesis G70 2022 Toyota Prius Prime 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz FEATURE Cycling afraid LIFESTYLE Your amusing autumn horoscope Malton Minutes 5 Underrated Self-Care Fitness Tips 5 tips for reconnecting with your partner Introducing Mississauga’s The Property Group collective TECHNOLOGY Automate with caution MONEY 9 nifty ways to make extra cash FOOD & DRINK Baked french toast recipe Homemade chilli recipe Fluffy eggless pancakes recipe

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Editor's Letter Welcome to the Autumn issue of Mississauga’s magazine!

As we transition into cooler temperatures, it’s a great opportunity to put some warmer clothes on, pick up a hot drink from one of our many indie coffee shops and stroll around our city.

As usual, there’s plenty of terrific content here, courtesy of the team of wonderful writers. Artist profiles, travel articles, inspiring articles, a new business profile and more.

I’ve handed over the reigns for the feature article to the talented Shane Saunderson as the magazine grows. Additionally, the Food & Drink section sees a leap forward via video recipes that are easy to follow along with.

Predictably yet necessarily, it’s time for winter tire content and you’ll find it in the Transportation section.

John Murray Lewis continues to provide humour via his take on your autumn horoscope and on the flip side, there’s a piece on being cautious with automation.

A huge and heartfelt thank you to all of our advertising partners; Liz and myself are grateful, thankful and humbled that we continue to receive so much support from our community.

As you read this and every issue, the beautiful interactive pages are designed by one of the best designers in Canada and I’m fortunate to have Liz with us.

Enjoy autumn safely and responsibly; tag us in your fall photos on social media!

Until next time, be well, be healthy, be safe.

JAY

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KEVIN DIETZ

Winner of the 2021 Mississauga Music Awards Producer Of The Year 1. WHAT DOES WINNING PRODUCER OF THE YEAR MEAN TO YOU?

It means a lot! It always feels good to be recognized by your peers. I’m very grateful to be able to work in music full-time, and I’m grateful to the artists who have put their trust in me to help bring their music to life.

2. YOU'VE WORKED WITH A PLETHORA OF SUCCESSFUL ARTISTS; WHICH ONE WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH NEXT AND WHY? I would love to work with a band like PVRIS: great melodies, high energy, and incorporating a lot of cool production techniques and ear candy. I also love heavy music, so I’d love to sink my teeth into something along the lines of Gojira, Deftones, Every Time I Die, etc.

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3. HOW DO YOU MENTALLY PREPARE PRIOR TO WORKING WITH AN ARTIST/BAND?

Preparation is key. I need to be well prepared; I don’t like going into a project without a solid plan in place. Talking to the artist about their vision, discussing the recording/creative process, doing pre-production ahead of time, getting familiar with the artist’s songs… all are very important in being prepared for a project and making the most of the time we have available.

4. WHICH PROJECT HAS BEEN THE MOST REWARDING FOR YOU AND WHY? I’ve been fortunate to be part of a lot of great projects and albums, but one of the most rewarding was my role as recording engineer on The Glorious Sons album A War On Everything, which won a Juno Award for Rock Album of the Year. It was a great experience overall, the energy and vibe of that recording session is something that will always stand out to me.

5. KNOWING WHAT YOU KNOW TODAY, IS THERE ANYTHING YOU'D CHANGE ON YOUR JOURNEY? Many things! Mostly related to learning about and applying knowledge on the business side of things. There’s a whole word outside of the creative process that is important to understand, especially if you’re an artist.

6. WHAT SUCCINCT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR ASPIRING PRODUCERS?

The craft of music production is a lifelong pursuit, so always keep learning, always keep your ears and your mind open.

Everything you learn will expand your toolbox and your musical vocabulary.

Being able to play an instrument is a huge asset, or at the very least having some understanding of music theory. Lastly, there’s no substitute for experience, so get out there and start creating.

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Winner of the 2021 Mississauga Music Awards Songwriter Of The Year 1. WHAT DOES WINNING SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR MEAN TO YOU?

It’s very meaningful to be recognized for songs on my latest record, “Voyageur In Song”. Every melody and lyric across my long journey as a song chaser has led me here, to writing these songs. So I am deeply moved by the honour.

2. WHERE DID THE INSPIRATION COME FROM TO WRITE VOYAGEUR IN SONG?

Jowi Taylor, the project’s creator of the Six String Nation guitar (a guitar built of over 64 pieces of Canadian history and culture) and his wonderful storytelling of the different pieces inside Voyageur, intrigued me and inspired me to dig deep and write and record these songs. The other source of inspiration for the record comes directly from Voyageur, the guitar itself.

I wrote and recorded the songs with Voyageur. As the thousands of Canadians who have held her will tell you, you can feel a profound resonance of meaning coming out of the pieces of story from which Voyageur is made.

5. OF YOUR SEVEN ALBUMS, WHICH WOULD BE THE FIRST ONE YOU'D GIVE A STRANGER AND WHY?

I would have to say my latest record, “Voyageur In Song”, would be the record I would give to a stranger, particularly if they were Canadian!

6. WHAT SUCCINCT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR ASPIRING SONGWRITERS?

Listen to lots of great songs and songwriters and try to find the essence of what it is about each song that resonates with you and that makes the song great. Then, keep listening deeply into yourself and try to cultivate your own intuition and voice as a writer.

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3. AS A PROLIFIC SONGWRITER, WHAT'S YOUR APPROACH WHEN YOU START TO WRITE?

As a writer, I always try to have my antenna up, constantly listening, not just for lyrical and musical ideas at the embryonic stage of the process, but all the way up to when you lay down the final vocal in the studio. Re-writing and reviewing songs are a very big part of creating a great song.

4. IF YOU COULD RELIVE ONE MOMENT IN YOUR CAREER, WHAT WOULD IT BE AND WHY?

For me, the moment I would want to relive, is not necessarily career oriented but really wanting to hear the next new idea - whether lyrical or musical - coming flying at me out of nowhere that fills me up and gives me goosebumps. The magic and the mystery is that you never know if that will ever happen again or where that fragment of an idea might lead you!

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Enjoying Calga Ah, Calgary…home of the Stampede, NHL Flames, CFL Stampeders, and the 1988 Winter Olympics... by jay kana 20 MODERN MISSISSAUGA | AUTUMN 2021

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I’ve been thrice, the first time being nearly 20 years ago for 24 hours for work, so perhaps we strike that from the list.

EVERY SECOND DIGITAL IMMERSION GALLERY AT THE TELUS SPARK SCIENCE CENTRE

My recent visit in September showed me that the city has excellent, innovative attractions and a smartly planned, beautiful outdoor space.

In an innovative move and the first permanent digital immersion gallery in western Canada, Calgary’s Telus Spark Science Centre (TSSC) has launched a creative digital immersion gallery.

A 6,000 square-foot space is home to this digital gallery and

Here’s how I spent a couple of days there:

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continued... the inaugural exhibit is titled “Every Second” that focuses on the journey of life. Having experienced it first-hand, it truly is something to behold and immerse yourself in.

Running approximately 15 minutes in length, narration is done via the smooth, soothing voice of well-known American-Italian actress Isabella Rossellini, and is themed by the numbers and notable moments in our lives.

On the quantitative side, the average human spends two years eating, 11 years working, 19 years walking, 25 years sleeping, 30 years standing, 19 years sitting and 115 days laughing.

(There’s a plethora more but you’ll have to experience the exhibit to find out what they are.)

On the qualitative side, the exhibit is divided into five life-stages; birth, childhood & discovery, adolescence & transformation, adulthood & connections, and ending with old age & wisdom.

“As we pull out of the pandemic, we are all ready to refocus on the things that give life its meaning,” says Mary Anne Moser, President and CEO of TELUS Spark Science Centre.

“With the premiere exhibition in this new digital immersion gallery, we wanted to give people back the magic of a moment.

And some data. What better place to explore new frontiers with digital technology than a science centre.”

Throughout, a dazzling array of vibrant projections cascade upon the walls and floor of the exhibit, enhancing the senses of sight and sound. Blending still and moving images through a series of linked rooms, Every Second’s journey of life experiences is truly a work of art.

Behind the scenes, Every Second was written and directed by the award-winning team at Montreal’s Les 7 Doigts.

It was developed by Spark along with Supply and Demand Studio, which was started Olivier Goulet, former multimedia director at Cirque du Soleil.

The intention of Spark for this space (which will have new exhibits approximately every six months) is to target and engage an adult crowd in aspects of science, since typically, the science centre is thought to be for kids/young families.

Every Second is COVID friendly with a limited number of people allowed in at a time, and runs until January 30th, 2022. sparkscience.ca

STUDIO BELL NATIONAL MUSIC CENTRE

As someone who’s been immersed in music for 39 of my 43 years here, the Studio Bell National Music Centre is truly remarkable.

The fabric of Canadian musical history is sewn together here, spread out over 22 exhibitions and five floors.

From iconic instruments to images and outfits, recording consoles, media clips and more, it’s a wonderful way to appreciate and learn about our musical history.

I thought about including a favourite aspect from my experience but after reviewing dozens of pictures I shot, there are far too many to whittle it down to one. So my answer will be all of the experiences.

Fine; I’ll mention one; the NHL-themed drum set of Rush’s Neil Peart.

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As an added bonus, the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame are located here, giving you even more to experience.

A big perk is that admission is free for visitors on weekends until the end of 2022. studiobell.ca

EXPLORE THE EAST VILLAGE

To change gears and enjoy the outdoors, Calgary’s East Village is a must-visit.

Along the edge of the Bow River you’ll find the RiverWalk path, where you can stroll at your own pace, enjoy the scenery and it’s quite close to Studio Bell.

You’ll easily eclipse 10,000 steps before you know it!

Dining-wise, there are plenty of options here, including Charbar, who use fresh, sustainable and local ingredients on their menu.

Located in the historical Simmons Building, you’ can indulge in west coast seafood along with a blend of Spanish and Italian cuisine.

Conveniently located in the same building is Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters, who are strongly connected to their community, have a beautiful space and most importantly, serve up a wonderful cup of coffee with a smile.

After a day of exploring and learning, you’ll need somewhere to hang your proverbial hat, and the conveniently located Alt Hotel is just where you can do that.

With available views of the Bow River, an upscale yet approachable vibe, and comfortable rooms, recharge and relax here before your next Calgary adventure.

Discover more of what Calgary has to offer and how much fun you can have.

To plan your visit, head over to visitcalgary.com

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Our Family’s Treasured Road Trip to Oak Island by jennifer merrick |

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The Holy Grail? Pirate loot? Shakespeare’s manuscripts? Could any of these treasures be buried on Oak Island, a 140-acre isle located in Mahone Bay on the south shore of Nova Scotia? Many believe just that and since the late 18th century, treasure hunters have poured massive amounts of money, time and resources in the quest to discover what secrets and riches it guards The latest treasure hunters to stake their claim are Rick and Marty Lagina, two brothers from Michigan whose escapades are being filmed by the History

Channel in the reality series, The Curse of Oak Island.

It’s the highest rated show on the channel with 4.1 million viewers, and I’m one of them, having binged-watched all eight seasons in four months during our spring Covid lockdown.

The brothers’ finds were fascinating, challenging the historic timeline of European contact in North America. Not only were the storylines riveting but

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continued... so was the place itself. Each time I saw the aerial view of the forested island and the Atlantic shoreline, I commented how wonderful it would be to visit.

So, this August our family drove 1841 kilometres from Toronto to Oak Island on a treasure-themed road trip in the Mazda CX-5. We may not have found any pirate loot, but we discovered a treasure trove of natural and cultural riches. From the vistas of the Saint Lawrence, Atlantic Ocean and Appalachian Mountains to the colourful, historic fishing villages of Kamouraska, Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg, we hit the jackpot.

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region, Quebec

Our first destination was Eastern Quebec’s maritime region south of the Saint Lawrence River, where we spent two nights at Universel Hotel in Riviere-du-Loup. It was the ideal home base to explore the bounty of the region.

Bic National Park: Located in the St. Lawrence Estuary, this 33.2 km protected wilderness reserve showcased the coastal landscape and a unique geology and eco-system. On our first foray into the park, we walked along rose-striped granite shores so beautiful that I wished I was able to paint. Next, we rented bikes and rode the trails through the forest and along the shores of Bai du Ha! Ha! (not kidding about the name).

At Pointe-aux-Epinettes, we were thrilled to observe seals lounging about the rocks. Harbour and grey seals were among the 15 species of mammals that make this park their home along with 226 species of birds.

Lake Témiscouata Park: Established in 2009, the park highlights the beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, the glacially-sculpted landscape and Lake Témiscouata.

A morning hike up Montagne-du-Fourneau (Furnace Mountain) took us through the forest along moss-covered boulders, ledges and cliffs. The panoramic view of the lake and the valley was worth every step to get up there. www.quebecmaritime.ca/en/

Oak Island, Nova Scotia

“You have reached your destination,” our GPS chimed.

We were staying at the Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre, and though it wasn’t on the famous island that bears its name, the property was directly across from it.

We had a clear view of the wooded island and we stared at the place that had kept us glued to our TV all spring.

It looked smaller than we had imagined. Equipment trucks crossed the causeway, which was built by treasure hunters in the mid-sixties, and we wondered what they were doing.

Did they find the shipwreck that they believed existed in the man-made swamp?

We had the chance to get closer to the island the following day on Tony Sampson’s Salty Dog Tour. Tony is a professional

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diver who has been on the show since season one, carrying out underwater missions like searching flooded mine shafts. A natural storyteller, he regaled us with tales of pirates, sharks, mysteries and, of course, Oak Island, while we motored around the island in his comfy Tritoon boat. We stopped at the ‘Oak Island Triangle’, where countless electronic failures and unexplained phenomena have occurred; Smiths Cove, where the 14th century Knights of the Templar iron cross was unearthed and the Money Pit. Would this be the season the Lagina brothers find the treasure?

I wished them all the best, but as far as I was concerned, the Holy Grail was all around us. In the past two days, we had sat on the rocks of the Atlantic Ocean at Peggy’s Cove, admired the majestic Bluenose II at full mast in the colourful village of Lunenburg, kayaked in the calm protected waters at Blue Rocks and dropped our jaws more than a few times at the views we encountered on our drives through the region. Other visitors have felt the same according to Tony.

“With the popularity of the show, we’ve had a lot of tourists come to see Oak Island, and they fall in love with Nova Scotia”. www.novascotia.com/

2021.5 Kuro Edition Mazda CX-5

It was fitting considering our treasure-themed road trip itinerary that we had a gem of a vehicle to try out. The CX-5 is Mazda’s best-selling SUV with more than 30,000 sold in Canada last year.

First impressions are everything, and this compact gave me a spark of joy when I opened the door and saw the red leather seats. “Oooh, very nice,” I said under my breath, enjoying the feeling of the smooth leather and admiring the shade of red, which was sporty, confident and fun. An element of surprise played into my visceral reaction since it contrasted with the vehicle’s more muted exterior. Though the metallic grey with its blue undertones was distinctive, it conveyed a more subtle, practical impression. This combination of practicality

with a dose of zip is an apt description for many aspects of the CX5. This compact SUV works for families for all the right reasons, notably comfort and safety. But its handling and feeling on the road added the zest.

Comfort is important on a long-distance road trip, and we appreciated the well-contoured seats that sat high on the road with plenty of room around them. The cargo area held a surprizing amount of gear with ease. In the passenger areas, there were versatile and functional caches integrated into its design.

The door pockets, for example, were larger than usual and were lined with a textured material to keep objects from moving.

Even more important on a family road trip is safety. The Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring alerted us when a vehicle entered the blind spots, and icons in the mirror showed clearly when it was safe to pass. Other safety features included, Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning System, Lane-keep Assist System and Radar Cruise Control. Once activated for speed and distance, the cruise control kept a set distance between us and the vehicle ahead, automatically accelerating and braking as needed.

The technology was intuitive, and it was easy to connect the 10.25-inch large centre display to our phones to access Google Maps and Spotify playlists. The next model will feature more connectivity, and customers will be able to monitor and control the vehicle through the MyMazda app.

However, what distinguished the Mazda CX-5 apart from other vehicles in its class was its superior manoeuvrability and engine responsiveness. The dynamic all-wheel drive system, which took into consideration factors like weather and road conditions, ensured the power was evenly distributed, providing a superior connection to the road and an extra spark. Just like the red leather seats.

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COMPARING GOOD, GREAT & PREMIUM

WI NT E R TI RE S by jay kana

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As with every product, there are at least good, great and premium options.

With the colder weather approaching and driving constantly increasing, researching winter tires is a key element for motorists. From the type of rubber, tread patterns, materials used and more, winter tires have continuously been proven to help provide additional traction in winter weather conditions.

For me, I thoroughly do my research, examine all the details, speak with experts/professionals, match them with my needs and wants, then make a fully informed decision.

In the video below, myself and Lou Trottier, owner of Mississauga’s All About Imports, examine the difference between three types of winter tires.

Regardless of how often you drive in winter, it’s always a smart idea to keep yourself and those around you safer by driving with winter tires.

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They can save you money

You can receive a discount from your auto insurance provider by installing winter tires on your vehicle.

Rates vary by provider and the average annual savings hovers between three and five percent.

There’s a plethora of easily accessible information on the benefits of winter tires

The lowest cost isn’t the highest quality and vice versa. Consumer Reports, the Automobile Protection Association, Car and Driver, along with several other resources have plenty of data and rankings done through extensive testing.

Speak with you trusted automotive specialist as well before making a decision to get a full scope of information.

Four wheels good; two wheels bad

Regardless of front, rear or all-wheel drive, it’s crucial that all four tires on your vehicle are equipped with winter tires. Ignore that thought of it being a budget-friendly decision to opt for two.

Instead, realize that your vehicle will be better equipped for winter driving with four winter tires, especially as it will increase the handling capabilities of your vehicle.

“All season” tires do not include winter

Do you have one piece of footwear that’s good for the beach, hiking, mud, rain and snow? Me either. The same holds true for tires. Winter tires are made from a different compound that are designed and engineered to perform better than your summer/three-season tires.

They increase stopping distances and provide better maneuverability in temperatures lower than 7 degrees Celsius.

They’re not just for snow

Winter tires should never be called “snow” tires.

Winter tires handle cold weather, icy, slick road conditions and snow/slush. The reality is that there won’t be massive snowfalls every day of winter. There will, however, be many cold days and having the right tire can increase the control you have while you drive.

Your stopping distances are reduced

Putting two identical cars side by side on an icy/snowy road, one with and one without winter tires, is something that’s been done dozens of times, all with the same results; the car with the winter tires stops faster than the car without. In situations where you’ve got to stop the car quickly, it’s always smarter to have the right equipment at hand, well, foot.

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You’ve all seen a cyclist losing their shit on a motorist after a close call.

You’ve unquestionably seen a cyclist aggressively asserting their right to a lane or space. You’re likely familiar with the scowl most drivers see plastered on the face of bike riders. I’m here to let you in on a secret. That emotion is not anger but in fact, underlying it all, is pure unadulterated fear.

I love riding bikes. I grew up on a small farm in the middle of nowhere and would regularly ride my bike through our fields of wheat or venture onto the road and bike into our local town. I once biked across the country to raise funds and awareness for a rare blood cancer. These days, I probably log north of 1000km a year on my bike. I’ve also been hit my no fewer than 8 cars in the past 10 years, been intentionally run of the road twice, and suffered a right-turn cutoff more times than I can count.

And in those moments, I was undoubtedly enraged.

You can call me a crazy cyclist with anger issues, but I implore you to stop and think about the situation a little deeper. No one likes the idea of getting into an accident. However, the potential outcomes are very different between you and me. If you

get into an accident on a city street, you’re likely to have to deal with paint scratches, possibly broken windows, and panels, and if things are really bad, you might even get a bit of whiplash. If a cyclist gets into an accident, they are likely to deal with scratches and bruises on their body, possibly a broken bone, and if things get really bad, death.

This claim is not hyperbolic, but a statement of fact, as is evidenced by an 81 year old Mississauga man recently found dead in a ditch, a 38 year old woman who ended up in critical condition near Dundas and Glen Erin Drive, a 19 year old man rushed to the trauma centre from Eglington and Mavis, or a 5 year old struck and killed by a vehicle at Hurontario and Elm Drive. These are not cherry-picked stories, but the first four I clicked on, all from 2021, after searching “Mississauga cyclist”.

Cyclists look angry because each time we pedal out onto the road, we take our lives into our hands.

You, the driver, are not simply another vehicle on the road (because yes, bicycles are vehicles that have the same right to the road as you), but the operator of a machine of my potential demise.

Close encounters are not simply near-fender-benders, but high-stress moments of potential injury or worse for us. This is why cyclists are often

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powder kegs of fear and anxiety, waiting to explode on an unaware motorist.

With climate change impacts becoming more prevalent by the year, cycling is perfectly positioned to act as a way of reducing carbon emissions while helping people be more active. A recent Oxford University study showed that choosing a bike over a car even once per day can reduce the average citizen’s carbon emissions by 67%.

Governments know this, and it is why you see initiatives like the city of Mississauga investing millions of dollars to build nearly 900km of new cycling infrastructure. However, alongside this investment, the city and other municipalities in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area are implementing Vision Zero: a commitment to reducing pedestrian and cyclist injuries to zero. Aggressive, distracted, and impaired drivers are the primary focus of this initiative.

So don’t neglect that shoulder check when you’re making a right turn, give cyclists a wider birth when passing them along the shoulder, look twice before pulling out from an occluded intersection, and show some sympathy if things go wrong.

Know that all cyclists, deep down, are white knuckling their way through the city, constantly alert to a state of danger and fear, since your scratched car could mean our last day on the road.

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YOUR AUTUMN ARIES

(March 21 to April 19) You've seen your savings grow during these long months of lockdown. Now's the time to put that money to work.

A daring investment will be worth your while.

TAURUS

(April 20 to May 20) If anyone ever needed a vacation, it’s you. Opportunities to get away are few and far between; if you want to do something nice, be prepared to pay. How much have you got, anyway? $300?

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) You've been struggling with a difficult decision. Don't be afraid to ask for help. We all deserve what makes us happy.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) "A friend in need is a friend indeed." Mid-tier British alt-rockers Placebo uttered those prescient words 23 years ago, and they have never been truer. Ask yourself: if my friend were in need, would I answer the call?

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LEO

(July 23 to Aug. 22) As the newly elected prime minister of Canada, you now possess unlimited political power. The choice before you is whether to wield it for good, or evil. Listen to your conscience. It's telling you to deposit three crisp one hundred dollar bills into the pocket of every man, woman and child in this country, starting with contributors to Modern Mississauga magazine.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) The fall equinox brings a period of self-reflection. That last big impulse buy... is it making you happy, really? Say you pawned it off on old man Jakub down the street. How much do you think you could get for it? Two or three hundred bucks?

LIBRA

(Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) As Mercury moves into retrograde, it's time to think about practising gratitude. What are you thankful for? Family? Friends?

Health care workers? The partially-opened container of McDonalds limited-edition BTS-branded Cajun dipping sauce that someone with the username "SauceDaddy89" is selling on eBay for $300?

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SCORPIO

(Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) As the air cools, let fiery passion reign. If you're not channeling the smouldering energy of BTS heartthrob J-Hope in the 2021 record-breaking smash hit "Butter," you're not trying hard enough.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Ignore the haters. Rest assured I will NOT be using the $300 to purchase a commercial-grade pail of horse dewormer. Did Craig tell you that? That guy has no idea what he's talking about. Why would I spend three hundred of your hard-earned dollars on fake medication? You can basically walk into a Swiss Chalet at this point and get a free, effective, empirically-validated vaccine with your quarter chicken dinner. God, Craig, you’re such a Sagittarius.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) What is this, a mer-goat? Hard pass.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Fortune favours the bold, but you know the bold make their own fortune. This autumn, a special charm brings additional luck. Keep your eye out for a forgotten heirloom, a new mantra, or the tangy zing of a sauce that captures the long, proud heritage of the Acadians, driven out of their ancestral homeland to South Korea, their story immortalized by unstoppable boy band BTS -a sauce now available in near-mint condition for the competitive price of $300.

PISCES

(Feb. 19 to March 20) Autumn, the season of death, the beautiful decay before the nothingness of winter. Your horoscope, like that of all the signs of the Zodiac, is interwoven with the passing of the seasons, the indifferent march of time blind to both your destiny and your dreams. Reflect now on the transience of life, the fading of all things. The leaves change before they fall, and so must you.

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MALTON MINUTES by natalie hart |

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Fall is starting with a brand new set of Basketball Courts in Malton!

Thanks to an amazing partnership between SuperFan Nav Bhatia, the City of Mississauga, Tangerine Bank, Tim Hortons Canada and Hyundai Canada. If you haven’t gone and seen this colour new addition to our community they are at Paul Coffey Park, right next to the newly redone tennis courts.

Lots of ways to stay active this fall.

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Speaking of making fall plans, have you thought about a staycation? There is no better time to explore your own city than fall and with the It Pays to Stay Program you even get a gift card to help with the fun. Explore choices here to take advantage everything Mississauga has to offer.

Looking for a free way to support small businesses in Malton and beyond?

Don’t underestimate the value of leaving online reviews. Helping someone else to discover your favorite is fantastic, you can also share social media posts, comment on their posts, and like their pages. It sounds like a little thing, but people who are looking at trying something new will often make

a choice based on how popular a spot is online. Of course nothing helps more than shopping local! Checkout MississaugaMade.ca (and the cool banners on Airport Road) to learn more about the fantastic small businesses that call Malton home.

Taking care of each other also means being kind with one another. While fall is often a time of thanksgiving why not choose to focus on kindness this fall?

When we shop local we need to be kind to the employees who are helping us stay safe, a thank you goes a long way!

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PROOF OF VACCINES by natalie hart Wondering what that means? You aren’t alone! More changes will be coming to this October 22nd but for now your current paper receipt will work. You can download or print a copy of it by going online (you may have even received it by email when you got your second dose).

What are some of the most common places you will be using this? Dine in restaurants, concerts, sporting events, meeting spaces.

Where doesn’t it apply? Take out ordering, use of a washroom, retail purchases and of course if you are under 12.

Take a look at the rules and remember if you don’t have access to a printer you can print your receipts for free at a library (check out the cool video on how). If you are looking for info on where to get your 1st or 2nd dose the Region of Peel has information with both pop up clinics and pharmacy information. You can take a look at that and more here so that you can be better prepared.

The most important part to remember is that the employee’s who are asking to see this didn’t set the requirements. By being prepared to show the information, polite and friendly we can all make the process easier on each other. Our small businesses have all had a tough time during the pandemic, lets work together to make this process as easy on them as possible.

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5 UNDERRATED

SELF-CARE

FITNESS TIPS

So much of what the fitness industry tends to do is tell you how to be reliant on them for fulfilling your fitness goals and improving your health. While I’m a strong believer and proponent of the value of being a part of a solid community where you’re able to pursue your goals among other like minded individuals, there’s a lot you can do on your own.

Here are 5 underrated self-care fitness tips you can pencil into your schedule anytime you feel you need to get a boost back to prioritizing yourself and your health.

1. SPEND TIME OUTSIDE

Did you know that spending time outside helps you relax, can lighten your mood, boost your Vitamin D? Bonus points if you can find a park or other tree-filled area and combine it with #3 below and get your sweat on outside!

can not only improve your day but it can lead to better learning, memory and help with focus and working out longer or harder, so turn up the beats and jam out!

5. BOOK A MASSAGE

Massages are great to reduce stress, improve circulation and recovery, and can boost your immune system. So often we view them as a luxury but we only have one body in this life so remember it’s ok to show it some extra love every now and then even if you’re not feeling any pain.

Remember taking time out of your busy schedule to take care of yourself isn’t selfish, it’s actually the best thing you can do not only for yourself but for those around you who rely on you being healthy and energized to help take care of them.

2. READ A BOOK

Most people don’t typically associate reading with health and fitness, but did you know that reading is good for your brain, improves your vocabulary, reduces stress, fights depression and helps you sleep better? Spending time to shut out the noise and read can help you get back on track and feel better about taking time out of your busy day for you on a more regular basis.

Remember if you're just starting out to read it really doesn’t matter what you’re reading; read what you love until you love to read.

3. SWEAT

Whether it’s straight cardio, lifting weights or a CrossFit workout that combines both, getting your sweat on helps lower your risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. It can help uplift your mood, reduce stress and depression, and is also great for your brain.

Just like reading, remember that any movement that you enjoy is a great start, don’t put off moving your body because you feel like you can’t do the ‘right’ workout just yet.

4. JAM OUT TO YOUR FAVOURITE PLAYLIST

It’s undeniable that Music has a powerful influence on both our bodies and moods. Choosing upbeat songs that make you feel good

By Alex Cibiri, Element CrossFit Passionately improving the lives of those around him through an uncannily relatable approach to health and wellness, Element has been a hub in the growth of both CrossFit and the micro-gym industry in Canada. With a focus on creating lasting change through the pursuit of fitness and other meaningful life experiences, Element is changing lives through revolutionized personal and small-group training across both virtual and physical environments.

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The Joy of Connection by shelby foster |

5 tips for reconnecting with your partner… tonight When was the last time you felt outrageous joy with your partner?

Take a moment to picture it in your mind, breathe it in, and let a playful smile wash over your face. If you were to describe how you felt with your partner in that moment, I would image the word “connected” would come up.

Why? Because connection sparks joy! When we feel connected to the person with whom we share experiences with, it not only brings us closer together, but fills us with all the beautiful emotions that oftentimes get push aside in our day-to-day lives.

Are you ready to feel that joyful connection with your partner?

Here are 5 tips to facilitate an evening of true connection and, ultimately, a whole lot of joy.

Be Open to Them

Body language is a very powerful tool for connection. When working to connect with your partner, be aware of your own body and what it’s saying to them. Find a comfortable way to sit facing each other — on the floor or on a bed cross-legged or in chairs. The important thing is that your bodies are physically open to each other ready to invite in connection.

Ask Questions

How often do we spend time with our partners but never really get to know the person they are in that moment? Ask each other

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questions, from deep, personal questions to their likes, dislikes and opinions and everything in between — not shying away from the uncomfortable topics either. Even if you’ve known the person for a long time, I would bet some of their answers will surprise you!

But you won’t know unless you ask.

And Then Actually Listen to the Answers

Along with asking questions is to truly listen to the answers with an open heart. This is not an opening for a debate or the opportunity to problem-solve; you’re simply taking in the conversation with your full presence. Make eye contact, focus on what they’re saying free from distractions, and lock away the answers in your mind for safe keeping.

Create a Safe Space

This is the responsibility of both partners to show up with a mutual understanding that they are entering into a safe space. Partners can feel hesitant to share the truth of themselves because they’re afraid of the perceived consequences, judgements or ridicule.

So set the boundary ahead of time that they are safe and free of negativity.

Be the Initiator

This one can be tough, but so often we wait for others to connect with us because we’re scared of rejection. To create the opportunity for connection, we need to get over this fear and take the initiative to reach out. Tell your partner what you need and then invite them to join you for this opportunity.

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In conversation with the all-female real estate collective, The Property Group 1. Where did the idea come from to create Property Group?

We want to be more intentional with our community events. So collectively, we decided to combine our knowledge, expertise, & passion for the industry while making a difference in our community Port Credit.

2. Who is The Property Group comprised of?

Our worlds overlap with mortgages, real estate, insurance & design build.

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Corrie Harding-Keizs, Broker of Record + Sr. Partner at North Group Real Estate Danielle Campbell, Design Build Company at Danielle Campbell Design Inc Slavica Bissylas, Executive Broker at Insuranceland Denise Pisani, Mortgage Broker at Mortgage in the City

3.What do the next 12 months look like for The Property Group

We plan to host a mix of events and workshops in the Port Credit community.

We want to create events that support local businesses and offer people a one-stop solution for all their real estate needs.

4. How will you be involved in the community?

We recently hosted our first event at The Studio Paint Bar and the launch of The Studio Sound Session.

It was a fantastic evening of live music in an intimate, fun setting. Stay tuned for

our next event, which will be early 2022 and more of a workshop/event with a homeownership topic.

5. What helps this collective stand out as an industry leader?

When you combine four powerhouse women who have a community-centric way of serving their clients - you have magic! We are leading our industries and have a lot of value to offer people and want to have fun doing it!

6. The benefits of collaborations are plentiful; what benefits can clients expect by working with this one?

We are an effective one-stop shop for all things real estate.

We’ve combined our decades of skills and experience to bring a fresh approach to buying, selling or investing in real estate.

To connect with The Property Group: propertygroupinfo.ca Corrie Harding Keizs: 416-833-5516

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A U TO M AT E WITH CAUTION:

LEARNINGS OF A HISTORY

by shane saunderson |

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As a researcher in Human-Robot Interaction, a lecturer in digital transformation, and a historian of all things automated, I am constantly surprised by the consistent failure of organizations deploying automation. I speak broadly here of automation: technologies that execute multi-step processes with minimal human intervention. More colloquially, I’m talking about robots, AI, IoT, chatbots, computerization, assembly lines, and even Jacquard looms. What these things all have in common is that we keep implementing them in the same narrow-sighted and preventable way. We keep thinking that the point of automation is the technology itself, but like all things in this world, what should really matter is how it helps people. But don’t worry… you can avoid this pitfall without even much difficulty, so long as you’re willing to do the work.

Automation fails in organizations when it dehumanizes us.

It is that simple. However, the ways in which automation has the potential to dehumanize us can be much more complex.

The luddites were skilled textiles workers in the 18th century whose livelihoods were threatened by lower-cost, low-skilled

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labourers that factory owners were able to hire as looms became increasingly automated. This shift in operation not only devalued they pay off textiles workers but also the skillset and culture many had spent a lifetime developing. They rioted throughout parts of England and destroyed automation equipment in an attempt to halt the evolution of textile mills and protest the erosion of social orders such as weavers’ guilds. However, their struggle was not with automation itself, but the deceitful practices of factory owners and the harsh economic conditions following the Napoleonic Wars that were only further exacerbated by employers seeking less skilled, low-wage labourers. In essence, luddites – a term now commonly associated with distain for technology – were not opposed to technology per se, but to the undermining of their purpose, expertise, and livelihoods.

Though fascination with creating forms of artificial life date back to the Zhou dynasty in China and the ancient Greeks, the emergence of cybernetics out of World War II rekindled enthusiasm around the idea of thinking machines, but was met with an equal dose of incredulity. While early cyberneticists dreamed of futures

Y OF DEHUMANIZATION where machines would be indistinguishable from humans, skeptics, such as Nehemiah Jordan saw the challenge this created for people: “Man does not live by bread alone. [His] psychological environment is subsumed under one word: motivation…

By designing man-machine systems for man to do least we also eliminate all challenge from the job.” Once again, we see an acknowledgement of people’s need for challenge and motivation.

The computerization movement of the 70s and 80s saw ethnographic researchers like Shoshana Zuboff investigating the impacts of changing office and work dynamics. Her findings from speaking to office clerks transitioning from pencil-andpaper to computer-based work were so shocking and abhorrent that she titled the chapter of her book referencing this research, “Office Technology as Exile and Integration.” In this chapter, she describes countless stories of clerks feeling purposeless, alienated from their peers, and imprisoned by their new automation.

Zuboff acknowledges short-term efficiencies gained through the transition, however, quickly points out the massive cost of attrition created by the transition and subsequent failure and retries of many computerization projects. Like eras before, Zuboff acknowledges

the lack of consideration and respect for employees’ sense of purpose and humanity.

Today, isn’t much different. Each time we cringe at the sound of an automated phone system; grow bored of our narrow, mundane work tasks; become infuriated when setting up a new smart home device; mash our keypad angrily at failed auto-correct; or attempt to decipher the foreign ramblings of a generative AI our frustrations are the same. We begrudge having to discard our humanity and act like machines. And the shockingly simple solution to this obvious problem is to better understand people and design our technologies to serve them instead of the other way around.

As Kelley said of automating work, “In so doing, the tasks performed are, in fact, dehumanized. To take away an individual’s freedom to choose how he does his work makes of him an automaton.” Automation is a problem when we consider people themselves as cogs within a broader machine and consequently rob them of the sense of purpose they derive from their work. When we dehumanize people, we should not be surprised when they begin to function like machines. And when our machines begin to fail, we’ll be left with no humans to fix them.

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NINE NIFTY WAYS TO MAKE

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The popular term the cool kids use is “side hustle.”

Seeing as I’m neither cool or popular, I’m going with “9 ways to make extra cash.”

Whether you’re looking to boost your savings account, reduce debt, save for something special, like a vacation or a new item, or boost your Christmas spending money, here are nine ways to accelerate that.

What you’ll see below vary in time spent and earning potential.

Most can all be done from home via an internet connection, with a a few requiring you to leave the house.

TAKE ONLINE SURVEYS

An oldie but a goodie, taking paid online surveys to share your opinions is one of the easier ones to engage in. It’s not a lot of money but some beats none, right? Right.

DOG WALKING

If you’re good with dogs, walking and being outdoors, even in winter, being a dog walker is a step in the right direction for making extra cash. Whether dog owners are out of town for a few days or have hectic schedules, boost your step count and get paid.

MARKET RESEARCH/FOCUS GROUP

Similar to an online survey, these are more focused on a specific product that you’ll either get to sample or learn about. There are a variety of products that companies want to get information on from consumers before it goes to market, so take advantage of it.

SELL YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Adobe and Shutterstock are the big players here, so if you’ve got some cool pictures that you don’t mind sharing with the world, this is a good way to do it.

There are some restrictions on their side as to what is and isn’t allowed, so review those first. If multiple people buy your photograph, that means more cash for you.

AUDIOBOOK NARRATION

You may be the next Morgan Freeman but don’t know it yet! There’s an increased demand for audiobook narration and if you’re ok with an initial investment of soundproofing a room in your home, the payoff could be worth it.

PROOFREADING

If you’ve got an eye for detail, proofreading could be a fit for you. Payment, like all things on this list, will start off lower but the more you do it, the higher it can become with experience.

If you’re confident in your abilities, give this a whirl.

TUTORING

If you’ve got experience, expertise and passion for a certain subject/topic (music, for example) you could become an online tutor and share your knowledge.

Even if you’ve got a specialized passion for, let’s say, morse code, there might be someone out there who wants to learn it.

FREELANCING

This is a broad topic as you could approach businesses offering your services or sign up for websites such as Fiverr to enter the freelance world.

There’s so much potential with this and in most cases, you pick the time investment and commitment level (simple projects vs complex projects.)

Plus, you can utilize more than one talent you have.

Whether it’s graphic design, writing, video editing, or something else, everyone wants something, so offer what you’ve got.

VIRTUAL ASSISTANT

If you’re efficient, detail oriented and organized, there’s a massive market for Virtual Assistants.

Duties can include writing/editing content, scheduling, bookkeeping, social media management, and admin work.

This one will likely require a bit more time investment opposed to a few hours a week.

At the least, dig in to it and see if it’s right for your needs and time.

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3 fantastic fall recipes We’re adding an ingredient and mixing things up with our recipe section for the Autumn issue by using three videos from the marvellous Midge Shepherd.

In keeping with our interactive digital approach, these three videos are short, informative and easy to follow, which allows for anyone to create and enjoy.

Midge’s YouTube channel, Midge’s Fridge, has been well-received over the past year and if you want to keep up with what she’s sharing, feel free to subscribe.

She’s been cooking since she was 15, and her favourite aspect of cooking is having people eating and savouring it, especially when friends and family gather together to break bread, eat, drink and converse.

Her words of wisdom on cooking: “Try new things, practice makes perfect, don’t get discouraged if recipes don’t turn out as expected. I never follow a recipe exactly; I always alter recipes to incorporate my favourite ingredients.”

Baked French Toast

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Homemade Chilli

Fluffy Eggless Pancakes

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