Modern Mississauga Magazine - Early Summer 2016

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Glamping: spend your summer in style Take a One Tank Trip to Elora Gorge Summer recipes for your backyard BBQ ARTS

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“More than my city, Mississauga is my home.”

When you were a child, you depended on others for a good place to call home. Now kids are depending on you.

When you were young, your neighbourhood was more than just your community, it represented a world of exciting possibilities.

Playing street hockey, you dreamed of being a superstar and of winning the cup. Whizzing at breakneck speed downhill on your bike, you imagined becoming a pilot... or, better yet, an astronaut! Outside all day, you only returned home when the streetlights came on.

Looking back, it was quite a charmed life.

As you got older, life changed... friends moved on, and so did you. You graduated, got a job, and started a family. You made a new home. Your community got bigger, too.

Your concept of ‘home’ now went beyond the definition of safe neighbourhoods, and of having parks and schools nearby. Home now meant having opportunities for employment,

great healthcare, and improved transit.

Today, your expanded view of home is bigger still... now home is more than your city, it’s a thriving community where people are better connected to the things that matter to them.

Tell us your ideas and what investments you’d like to make, so that we can help turn your dreams into reality. We are the Community Foundation of Mississauga and, with you, we look forward to creating a world of possibilities right here at home for our children, and our children’s children, for generations to come.

A place everyone can call home Home is a place where people not only want to live but actually love to live. It’s a place where you can be part of something amazing; a place where your vision and contributions make for a better, more vibrant community that everyone can proudly call home!

Mississauga is your home and, as such, it’s worth investing in for the long term.

What are your dreams for Mississauga in the next ten, fifty, or even one hundred years?

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ARTS Museums of Mississauga Visual Arts Mississauga Mississauga’s own River North Undermajardomo Minor review TECHNOLOGY Android boxes: Cable killer?

Apple Pay: A primer TRAVEL Florida's Treasure Coast TRANSPORTATION 2017 Ford Escape One Tank Trips: Elora Gorge

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MONEY Modern Startup Ida E. Barnes Memorial Fund Modern Entrepreneur

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LIFESTYLE Glamping, camping in style Fitness at Lake Aquitaine Park Facts about Ramadan

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FOOD & DRINK Gluten free through the ages Summer recipes The Maharaja Restaurant guide

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Editors' Le!er Welcome to the Early Summer issue of Modern Mississauga. Thanks for joining us!

Our City is electric year round and now that summer is here, there’s oh-so much to do, from the lake all the way up to the Credit Valley Conservation area and plenty in between. We’ve dedicated our feature article to showing you all the best ways to experience summer in the city, from Canada Day celebrations in all corners of Mississauga, to a number of festivals in Port Credit, to a few of our favourite events at Celebration Square and beyond.

In this issue, we chat with local superstar musicians River North and modern entrepreneur Lina Brocklehurst, learn about the Community Foundation of Mississauga and give you a couple of delicious summer recipes for you to indulge in, along with a personal story from John Lewis, who explains what it’s like living with celiac disease for nearly 20 years. We explore the new 2017 Ford Escape and launch a new segment called “One Tank Trips” that are good for day/weekend trips near our city. For those of you who want to get away for a week, we dive into Florida’s hidden gem, the gorgeous Treasure Coast.

Do you have an ambivalent relationship with the outdoors? We’ve got you covered with a piece on the hottest trend in camping…Glamping!

From the world of technology, we give you an explainer on all things Apple Pay, which recently expanded to all the major banks, and we give you a

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brief overview of grey-market television boxes that you may have heard about through the grapevine.

For a financial perspective, we see the launch of our “Modern Startup” segment, with the inaugural article exploring banking options for budding entrepreneurs.

And for those of you looking to get a little healthier this summer, our lead fitness writer, Alicia Jones, highlights the free fitness loop at the beautiful Lake Aquitaine Park, where you get all the benefits of a gym without the membership costs!

It’s been an exciting past few months for us with the release of our inaugural issue to such a positive and supportive reception. We’re incredibly humbled and thankful to everyone for the kind words and encouragement. We’ve received an outpouring of support from the community, which is beyond flattering…thank you! It’s that community support that further motivates us to continue to produce a city-wide, lifestyle magazine that is well read, well received and well written.

We hope you enjoy this Early Summer issue of Modern Mississauga and look forward to continuing to provide you quality, relevant and engaging content. We are proud to announce that we’ve expanded our distribution to include stationary racks at all 18 Mississauga libraries, and we’re extremely grateful for the city’s support in helping us reach more residents from every corner of our great city!

With even more gratitude, humility and an eagerness to continue moving forward together,

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SUMMER FUN FOR ALL AGES AT VISUAL ARTS MISSISSAUGA by annis karpenko | photo courtesy of diana balogh-tyszko I have always loved the lazy, daisy days of summer. Everything, even work, is more relaxed. Here at Visual Arts Mississauga (VAM) at Riverwood we offer you a perfect opportunity to kick back and explore your creative spirit. VAM offers a wonderful array of summer evening art courses for adults in drawing, printmaking, watercolour, acrylics, oils and more. We also offer evening teen courses in drawing and painting for youth in grades 8 – 10 and grade 11 or higher.

No matter which course you take, VAM’s professional artist instructors are always on-hand to guide you and help build up your confidence in a relaxed way. Most courses start at 6:30 pm, so you could bring your supper to enjoy beforehand in majestic Riverwood Park, a 150-acre garden and conservation area located just off Burnhamthorpe Road West. VAM is also just a short hop from the Erindale GO Station.

During the daytime, Riverwood rings with the happy chatter of kids attending Visual Arts Mississauga’s popular Kids’ Summer Art Camp. Camp runs weekly from July 4 – Sept 2, with three themes — Around the World, Famous Art-Twists, and Art Safari — rotating through the summer. For busy parents, extended care in the morning and afternoon is available.

Mark Your Calendars! VAM’s annual Art in the Park at Riverwood will take place on Sunday, September 18th from 10 am – 4 pm. Experience artist booths, live music, and delicious food, all in the historic MacEwan barn, the VAM art studios and our beautiful park setting!

We always have fun at VAM. We hope you will join us.

For more information visit www.visualartsmississauga.com or call 905 277 4313.

MUSEUMS OF MISSISSAUGA PARTICIPATE IN OUR COLLABORATIVE FALL EXHIBITION How do you remember a loved one? This summer at the Museums we are encouraging community members to engage with us in the exhibition-making process for a fall exhibition. The public will explore the universal and culturally rich themes of loss and mourning.

Working together, we will share our rituals and customs with one another to produce a riveting exhibition. The exhibition will include storytelling, creative responses, and artifacts on loan from residents.

Please contact Marnie Mandel at 905-615-4860 ext. 2115 marnie. mandel@mississauga.ca (Mondays to Fridays 9:00 am - 4:30 pm) Please place in the email subject line: PARTICIPATORY EXHIBITION VOLUNTEER WITH MUSEUMS OF MISSISSAUGA! We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to engage with the vision of the Museums of Mississauga.

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If you are looking for community service hours, a service project for your organization, an internship, or simply an opportunity to support a cultural institution in your community, we are looking for people like you!

Whether your interest is a short term placement or an extended commitment, the Museums look forward to meeting you and discussing your options for volunteering.

This is an opportunity to network with professionals, learn about history and become a part of the unique cultural community of Mississauga.

Please contact The Museums Volunteer Coordinator, Stas Guzar at 905-615-4860 ext. 2110 | museums@mississauga.ca (Mondays to Fridays 9:00am - 4:30pm) Please place in the subject line: VOLUNTEER APPLICATION MUSEUM LOCATIONS Bradley Museum - 1620 Orr Road Leslie Log House - 4415 Mississauga Road Benares Historic House - 1507 Clarkson Road North

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Mississauga’s Masterful Musical Duo

by jay kana | photo courtesy of sherry prenevost On a beautiful late May evening in Erin Mills, I waited excitedly for my coffee shop patio interview with two of Mississauga’s hardest working, humblest and most dedicated musicians, Heather Christine and Matt Zaddy. I’d heard their names over the past few years and only recently had the chance to interact with them on separate occasions, all of which were absolutely wonderful. I do have to thank Arlene Paculan for introducing the three of us…just another example of how close knit and supportive the music and arts scene is in our city.

While Heather and Matt have accumulated tremendous experience separately as self-made musicians, it’s how they’ve come together personally and professionally that’s the true inspirational story here.

As active musicians, their paths crossed several times since 2010.

Their first performance together was in August of that year, where they performed in the Gypsy Kittenz Band with Julia Juhas, where Matt accompanied Heather on guitar. While it’s easy to say “and the rest was history,” it wasn’t that simple. It never is.

Over the next three years, Heather and Matt would constantly grace hundreds of local and out of town stages both independently and together. As we spoke about their exciting journey, the clear message I received was that of being persistent, consistent and most importantly, exercising humility. What the public sees is the success and exciting performances. No one sees the years of practice they’ve put in, the disappointments and rejections, all of which has only made them stronger.

Their vision, Heather says, is brought forward by “the strong calling in our souls to bring forth the music” and to smart small, work hard and strive to see it do well, which they’ve both done successfully, in my opinion. In their minds, they’ve both “made it” as their goal was to be working musicians. There’s no private jet, million dollar contract or world tours. And for them, there doesn’t need to be.

To echo Sinatra, they did it their way, and they did it quite well.

Knowing that they’ve paved their own way, earned the respect of their peers, are active in the community and are adamant about mentoring others and giving back is their measuring stick for success. All of which they’ve done and continue to do. Matt says “Be great at what you do and do it actively…you have the final say in your life and career.”

Their first date (although Heather didn’t quite see it as that) was at the 2013 MARTY awards and less than two years later, they were engaged with a wedding to take place later this year. As their relationship progressed, so did the amount of performances together and at the 2016 MARTY awards, Heather and Matt introduced us to River North, their new patriotic, cool and catchy project.

While the number of River North performances will only increase, these two very proud Mississaugans still strongly support each other

in their separate ventures. Heather performed at Matt’s CD release party, and Matt has backed up Heather on a number of gigs as well.

They respect each other enough to not take it personally when schedules collide and they have to say no to one another from time to time. They are adamant about supporting each other musically.

There’s no jealousy here and it’s certainly not a competition.

It’s a collaborative journey founded on humility, understanding each other and doing it for the love of music.

With both their lives immersed in the local arts scene, their love for Mississauga (they both love performing in, with, and for our city and have found tremendous success here) and their ambitious attitudes, they’re only just getting started as far as making a memorable, musical mark. Be modest, thankful, motivated and strive for more, was the message they ended our conversation with. Heather Christine and Matt Zaddy consistently exemplify the importance of hard work, persistence, supporting one another, and transforming a passion into a career.

While their journey has been exciting, inspirational and memorable so far, I say with absolute certainty that the best is yet to come.

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CASTLES, THIEVES, AND A VERY BIG HOLE:

A REVIEW OF ‘UNDERMAJORDOMO MINOR’ BY PATRICK DEWITT by ashley bergart Lucien (Lucy) Minor is hopeless. In his hometown of Bury, he has no job, no friends, and no future. When he is offered the position of Undermajordomo (whatever that means) at the Castle Von Aux, Lucy grabs at the chance to change his life. As his train barely crosses city borders, Lucy begins to question his previous decision when he finds that a man named Memel, and his child assistant, Mewe, have already robbed him. And so begins what Lucy describes as his “era of unluckiness.”

Despite their questionable character, Memel and Mewe offer to guide Lucy to the castle, and, seeing no other option, Lucy accepts, all the while thinking about the absurdity of his situation — “I am alone with two bloodthirsty thieves. We are walking into an anonymous field of pale snow.”

Lucy does finally make it to the Castle Von Aux alive, and begins his new job. Despite not having actually met Baron Von Aux himself (nobody knows where he is), he completes his tasks each day (as laid out by the castle’s Majordomo, Mr. Olderglough) and explores the village in his free time. Lucy becomes quick and close friends with the thieves Memel and Mewe, and soon finds himself falling in love with Memel’s daughter, Klara.

As Lucy tries to navigate the oddities of the village and castle, he learns tales that pique his interest (the Very Big Hole, for one), and some things that he wishes he hadn’t (concerning the importance of tarts at royal “dinner parties”). In accepting his position as Undermajordomo, he could not have fathomed the debauchery that was to come, at least not until he met the inhabitants of the castle: “I shall be standing behind the door,” said Mr. Olderglough rather proudly.

“And what will you be doing there?”

“I will be waiting for the Baron to walk into the room.”

“And what will commence when this occurs, sir?”

“I will step away from my hiding place and tap my employer atop the skull with a stubby switch of birch wood.”

“Is that so?”

“You may count on it, boy…”

Canadian Patrick deWitt’s third novel, Undermajordomo Minor, follows his Governor General’s Literary Award and Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize winner, The Sisters Brothers, but it is a superior novel in terms of its plot and set of quirky characters.

In Undermajordomo Minor, deWitt’s mastery of black comedy and deadpan humour shines. This witty tale of love, mystery, and adventure is enthralling, original, and, above all, completely ridiculous. deWitt’s writing takes the classic elements present in folktales and rearranges them into a chain of unlikely events that still manage to perpetuate an important moral — if you want something, go get it.

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ANDROID BOXES:

CABLE KILLER? by bil kanawati There are few things people complain about more than their TV bill. We’ve all heard or said some variation of, “I pay all this money, but I only watch a few shows!” Some people cut the cord and opt for a streaming service like Netflix. Others go the DIY route and set up an over-the-air antenna (they’ve come a long way since the rabbit ears of the 80s). Still, most of us keep on paying, because those “few shows” you can’t get anywhere else.

of a monthly cable subscription. But what exactly is this box, and how does it work?

Generally, what people are talking about are small boxes that plug into your television and run a version of Android, the operating system that you may have seen in some form on a Samsung or LG phone. And that’s how these boxes work – they run phone apps that connect to websites that stream the content you’re looking for, whether it’s a live soccer match or the latest episode of your favourite HBO show.

Or can you?

Rumblings and whispers of “the box” have been popping up everywhere: around the water cooler at work, on university campuses, even on Facebook groups for neighbourhood moms. The stories follow a familiar pattern – a friend of a friend has a magical box that lets them watch all their favourite shows, sports, and anything else they can think of, for free. They may have found it on Kijiji, or bought it online, or picked it up at a local computer shop.

A quick Amazon.ca search for “android box” leads to listings with names like MXQ, M8S, MyGica, and thousands of others. Everyone’s box is slightly different, and ranges in price from $50 to $250, but they all promise the same thing – unlimited television, free

Now for the million dollar question: is this legal?

I’m not a lawyer, but common sense tells me that there are three parts to this equation: the box, the websites the box is connecting to, and the viewer (that’s you). The box itself isn’t illegal any more than a computer or phone is, because technically you can just use it like a Roku or Apple TV and only use clearly legal apps and services like Netflix if you wanted to. The websites that broadcast copyrighted material without permission are definitely doing something illegal, and they get taken down frequently. And you, the viewer, are caught in a weird grey area: since you’re only streaming the content but not downloading it, the laws aren’t totally clear.

Maybe you figure you’ll take your chances in that grey area. Then the question becomes, do these boxes even work the way you want them to?

That depends on how much you love TV, and what you’re willing to put up with.

There are a number of frustrating problems with these boxes.

First, they can be slow and clunky to navigate, not nearly as easy as flipping to your favourite cable channel.

Second, because the websites that serve this content are clearly illegal, they get taken down all the time, so your box has to constantly play a cat-and-mouse game of trying to find new websites to replace the old ones.

Third, the software can be very buggy, and these boxes frequently crash in the middle of using them; this can be a problem if you’re trying to watch something like live sports.

Fourth, much of the content available is fairly low quality, so if you’ve been spoiled

by HD, you may want to think twice.

If you’re willing to put up with the legal risks and all the other caveats, an Android box may be something to consider. But if convenient access to TV is important to you, you’re better off sticking with what you’ve already got.

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APPLE PAY: A PRIMER by bil kanawati

"Please don't tell me you're about to pay with your watch."

"I'm about to try," I replied with a chuckle as the incredulous cashier at KFC stared with wonder and amazement. The screen on the payment terminal lit up with the familiar prompt to tap/insert/swipe.

I tapped my Apple Watch to the machine.

Connecting... Approved.

The cashier looked at me with amazement, then broke into a huge grin.

"Wow, that's incredible! I'd heard about this, but it just sounded complicated, so I never tried setting it up. Now I'm really excited." A few days later at Subway, the novelty was already starting to fade into the familiar. I casually tapped my iPhone to the payment terminal, and the cashier simply looked up and said, “Oh, is that Apple Pay?” Now, weeks later, most places treat it like any other payment method.

Apple Pay has been available in Canada since November of 2015, but its initial release was limited only to American Express cards as a payment method.

This was a problem for two reasons.

First, many places don’t accept American Express; second, in my experience, Amex tap-to-pay occasionally doesn’t work even at merchants who do accept American Express.

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For people to adopt an entirely new way of paying for things, they need to be absolutely confident that it’s going to work at least 99% of the time. As of June 2016, Apple Pay has expanded to Visa, MasterCard, and Interac cards from all the major banks – BMO, RBC, CIBC, Scotiabank, and TD Canada Trust – and since then, I’ve never had a problem using Apple Pay with either my iPhone or my Apple Watch.

I’ve been able to carry fewer cards in my wallet, and I’m done at the cash register a lot quicker.

If all this sounds as complicated to you as it did to my cashier friend at KFC, read on! Here is everything you need to know, including a step-by-step guide to setting up Apple Pay on your own devices.

WHAT IS APPLE PAY? Apple Pay is a way of using your iPhone or Apple Watch to pay for things. It can be set up using your existing debit or credit cards in a matter of minutes.

WHICH DEVICES CAN USE APPLE PAY? Apple Pay works with the Apple Watch, as well as the following iPhone models: iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE. HOW SECURE IS APPLE PAY? Apple Pay is even more secure than using your actual credit or debit card.

That’s because it uses something called “tokenization” to create a special device-specific number that’s linked to your card, and your actual card number is never stored on the device or passed on to the merchant you’re buying from. When I set up my TD and BMO cards, it required authentication with their bank apps, and I got a letter in the mail explaining the security features and making sure I was the one who actually set it up. When it comes to on-device security, Apple requires you to authenticate every purchase with your fingerprint if you’re using an iPhone, and the Apple Watch requires a passcode whenever it loses contact with your skin, so if you lose your devices you can be sure no one can go on a shopping spree with them. Needless to say, the banks and Apple are taking security extremely seriously here.

WHERE CAN I USE APPLE PAY? Apple Pay works at any debit/credit terminal that allows you to tap-to-pay.

The general rule is, if you can tap your Visa/MasterCard/Amex/Debit card, you can tap your iPhone or Apple Watch and it should work exactly the same way.

I know that not everyone is a huge nerd like me, and many people might be too embarrassed to roll up to a Burger King drive thru and say “do you accept Apple Pay” while the cashier looks at you like you have three heads, so here’s a special tip: you

don’t actually have to say you’re using Apple Pay. While there are specific merchants (like McDonald’s) who explicitly support Apple Pay, a lot of places won’t have any idea what you’re talking about, so when they ask how you’re paying, just say “Visa” or “Debit” or whatever card you have set up. Then when the machine asks you to tap/insert/swipe, use Apple Pay. It will work exactly the same as if you had actually used a card to tap.

WHAT ARE THE DRAWBACKS TO APPLE PAY? While most merchants accept tap-to-pay, not all of them do; your existing cards still have an advantage at payment machines that only allow swipe or insert. Also, the tap-topay limit for all card types (except American Express) is $100 (whether you’re using Apple Pay or a physical card), so you’ll still need good old-fashioned plastic for large purchases.

HOW DO I USE APPLE PAY? If you’re using an Apple Watch, double-tap the side button to bring up the Apple Pay screen, then just tap your watch onto the payment machine. You’ll hear a ‘ding,’ which means it worked!

If you’re using an iPhone, touch the top of your iPhone to the terminal while holding your finger over the Home button/Touch ID sensor. Don’t click the button, just rest your finger on it – it only needs your fingerprint to authenticate.

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HOW DO I SET UP APPLE PAY? On iPhone: 1. Go to Settings.

2. Scroll down to and tap Wallet & Apple Pay. 3. Tap Add Credit or Debit Card.

4. Here you’ll be taken to the Camera screen, where you’ll line up your card inside a box. You also have the option to enter your card details manually. If you let the camera pull the details, it’ll ask you to verify that the card information is correct. Then it’ll ask for your 3 or 4 digit security code from the back (or front) of the card.

5. Now comes the tricky part. After scanning your card and putting in your information, it will ask you how you want to verify the card. Each bank gives you the option of phoning their call centre for authentication, along with a variety of different options.

American Express gives you the option of verifying via a one-time-use code over email. CIBC allows you to receive a one-time-use code via text message.

TD, BMO and RBC allow you to authenticate using their iPhone apps if you have them installed. No matter which method you choose, it’ll look like nothing has happened, and you'll have to go back into the Wallet & Apple Pay section in Settings, click the card, and click "Verify."

Now you’re all set to use Apple Pay! On Apple Watch: 1. Tap to open the Watch app.

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FLORIDA'S (treasure coast)

by jay kana When many of us think of visiting Florida, the “popular” destinations come to mind: The Keys, Miami, Orlando, West Palm Beach, etc. And there’s nothing wrong with those attractive locations at all. But sometimes, the road less travelled is worth exploring.

Along the south Atlantic side between Orlando and Miami lies a hidden gem known as The Treasure Coast. Soaked rich in history, this sunshine vacation destination is comprised of St.Lucie, Indian River and Martin county, all of which are breathtaking and sure to suit many vacation checklists.

Aptly named for the Spanish Treasure Fleet that was lost in the area in 1715 to a hurricane, The Treasure Coast shows its brilliance with beautiful beaches, delectable dining options, quaint charm and a relaxed atmosphere.

From picturesque postcard moments aplenty to keeping entertained on land and water, these three colourful counties won’t stay hidden for too much longer.

I spent a week immersed in the culture and excitement of southern Florida, and left with fond memories and a smartphone full of pictures. Here’s how my week was spent, and what you can expect when you make the trip. Because you certainly should!

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ST. LUCIE COUNTY Located in the heart of the Treasure Coast is lovely St.Lucie County, home to 21 miles of pristine, natural beaches. A place where “Old Florida” small town living is present and has many options for those who want to kick back and relax, or for those who want to explore the local culture.

St.Lucie tourism manager Charlotte Bireley and I shared a few days together as I was immersed in the area and found happiness on land, water and horseback, all while soaking up the sun and a ton of what the county has to offer.

Motorized Kayak Adventure Tours in Fort Pierce A modern spin on traditional kayaking sees a battery powered motor that quietly and gently moves you 2-4 knots down the picturesque Indian River Lagoon. Soak in the natural surroundings while owner Billy Gibson shares his wealth of information about the area as his wife, Cathy, photographs your experience.

They’ve received Trip Advisor’s “Certificate of Excellence” four years in a row and are the 2016 St. Lucie Tourism Champion.

Beach Tours on Horseback In one of the only places you can do this in Florida, this family run business has been helping create lifelong memories for over 22 years at gorgeous Hutchinson Island, in the City of Fort Pierce.

My one hour ride was relaxing and blissful (I should thank the horse for all the work he did) and serenity never felt so good.

They also offer longer rides through different trails for those who want to experience something different. Definitely a must-do while at the Treasure Coast!

On The Edge Bar and Grill Aptly named, this restaurant offers a stellar view of the Fort Pierce inlet where you can kick back and relax while you enjoy delicious menu offerings, including fresh fish tacos, lobster mac & cheese (definitely order that!), various shrimp dishes along with many other great selections. They’ve got lots of live music weekly and with the sunset as a natural backdrop, On The Edge is hard to beat.

St. Lucie Mets at Tradition Field You don’t have to enjoy baseball to appreciate the beauty of Tradition Field in Port St. Lucie.

) This state of the art stadium hosts the St. Lucie Mets, the Class A minor league team for the New York Mets. There’s not a bad seat in the house, the fans are friendly, welcoming and passionate, and the atmosphere in the ballpark is wonderful.

Their concession stand is stocked with delicious ball park food and very friendly staff. This makes for a great night out with family, friends or loved ones at a very affordable price point. Let’s Go Mets!

Captain’s Galley The “go-to” breakfast spot in Fort Pierce, the Captain’s Galley serves up classic breakfast dishes along with fresh fruit and warm, friendly service. They’ve been satisfying every taste since 1984, with no signs of slowing down. When you go, try the omelette and those damn-near-perfect pecan pancakes... absolutely delicious!

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY With the tagline, “Sunrises, not high-rises,” Indian River County is loaded with arts & culture, nature, events and of course, plenty to do on/by the water, seeing as they have 26 miles of beautiful, award-winning beaches. I was kept company by the incredibly hospitable Allison McNeal, the Director of Tourism, and it’s remarkable how much we fit in over the course of a couple of days! I definitely appreciated the small-town charm in this gateway to the tropics.

Airboat Tour In the Blue Cypress Conservation Area in Vero Beach, you’ll find Gator Bait Airboat Adventures who took me on an exhilarating one hour ride where I saw plenty of alligators, birds and postcard-worthy nature images. Armed with a headset and microphone to ask questions (that 600 horsepower motor, massive fan and fast and fun wind speed make face to face conversations a slight challenge), I was whisked by Captain Brian through the area as he shared his extensive knowledge of the area.

Captain Hiram’s Restaurant With plenty of seating inside and out, this waterfront restaurant serves up mouth-watering fresh seafood via friendly staff as you relax and bask in the serene atmosphere.

Looking to kick up your heels after you eat? There’s a great outdoor stage that hosts live music. Sales manager Robin

Miller has done a terrific job in providing all guests a memorable experience that keeps them coming back often.

McLarty Treasure Museum Home to some of the beautiful artifacts of the 1715 Spanish Treasure fleet which crashed during a hurricane while trying to return to Spain. Complete with an observation deck that that peers into the Atlantic Ocean, experience a piece of history during your visit to Indian River County.

Sunset cruise on the Moonraker Being on a sailboat has always made me happy. Experiencing it at sunset in Vero Beach on the Indian River Lagoon has raised the bar to near unsurpassable levels. Captain Bruce Jackson, with more experience than I have had birthdays, brought me aboard his luxurious private charter for a beautiful evening where I balanced my time between the hammock at the rear and laying on forward netting watching the water pass beneath me as the 40-foot catamaran glided through the waters as the sun dissolved into the horizon. This will be the absolute first thing I do when I go back. And no, I didn’t replicate the “I’m the king of the world” scene from Titanic. But did I ever want to.

Ocean Grill This bustling waterfront restaurant that’s been around since the 40s has been family run since 1965 and offers a great variety of food (and yes, they do seafood quite well). With a view that’ll fill up your smartphone’s memory, you’ll want to come here if you enjoy great food, a welcoming environment and a great night out. Check out the gift shop attached at the front to take a bit of your experience home with you! Oh, and say hi to the wax figure man on your way in.

Vero Beach Museum of Art As an artsy fellow, I simply had to pop into the local museum, to be given a tour by the knowledgeable Sophie Bentham-Wood.

She showed me art classes in progress, several exhibits, the elegant grounds and the consistent community support they’ve received, which allows them to continue to share the arts and culture world with visitors and locals alike.

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MARTIN COUNTY This naturally quaint county houses many beaches on the Atlantic Ocean that span nearly 22 miles. They boast the most bio-diverse lagoon ecosystem in the Northern hemisphere and have building restrictions limited to four stories to ensure the picturesque views are maintained throughout the county. I spent a few days with Nerissa Okiye, Martin’s Tourism and Marketing Manager, learning about and experiencing this beautiful county. Nerissa made a lasting impression with her vast knowledge of the area. Between plenty of laughs and in depth conversations about Martin, I’ll happily come back for a visit or few.

Historic Downtown Stuart When you’re awarded Coastal Living’s “Happiest Seaside Town in America” and “the #3 Small Town To Visit in 2015”

by Smithsonian magazine, it’s not by accident. Shopping, dining, theatre and music all contribute to this experience, which is wonderfully framed by the gorgeous Roosevelt Bridge, recently voted one of the most “spectacular bridges around the world”

by Travel + Leisure magazine!

Barley Barber Swamp This 400-acre freshwater wetland is home to one of the largest bald cypress trees in the USA and you could easily drain your smartphone battery taking pictures of this historic, preserved area. With over a mile of boardwalk to experience the swamp in, Executive Director Charles Barrowclough provided a wealth of information (he also drove the bus that got us there!) about its history and importance to the region.

The Historic Seminole Inn There’s a distinct “old Florida” feel you get simply by looking at the front of the Seminole Inn, from the rocking chairs and “Sit Long Talk Much” sign on the porch to the rustic interior and charming feel you get from walking in the grand double French doors.

With gorgeous rooms to pick from and legendary home cooked fried chicken framing the lunch menu, owner Jonnie Wall-Flewelling has recreated an “old South” feel in modern day Florida that needs to be experienced.

Spoto’s Oyster House Overlooking the water, a few other Canadian journalists, Nerissa and I had some world-class oysters at Spoto’s. Tucked away in a corner table (with a view of everything) I learned how Spoto’s gives the Florida Oceanographic Coastal centre the shells that are then recycled and tuned into living oyster reefs. So they serve up delicious food, give you great service and give back to the environment.

Florida Oceanographic Centre Executive Director Mark Perry is passionate about the 57 acre nature centre that’s nationally recognized.

There are educational programs, a really cool “feed the stingrays” experience and about a one-mile walking tour to get a great feel for all that they have to offer. What’s best is they conduct research and restoration programs that result in healthy coastal ecosystems!

The Elliot Museum & House of Refuge In a surprise to no one, I love the auto world, especially the historic side of it. The Elliott Museum boasts a large collection of antique automobiles and boats, and an automatic storage facility that rotates the nearly 60 different cars to be placed in the front and centre display area.

There are plenty of Treasure Coast historical items here, from medicine to baseball cards and plenty in between! Keeping with the history motif, The House of Refuge is one of the last remaining shipwreck life-saving stations on Florida’s Atlantic Coast and is nearly 150 years old.

Kona Beach Café Located on Jensen beach, avid surfer and owner Frank Wacha Jr. joined us for dinner at this popular and lively café. Featuring two Tiki bars, some of the best tasting fresh fish I’ve ever had, and great live music, Kona is a place I could spend hours at enjoying the atmosphere, music and of course, the delicious food. Oh, and every Thursday from 6pm to 10pm, Jensen Beach Boulevard showcases local artists, musicians and vendors, which makes for an exciting and lively atmosphere.

Whether you take the few hour flight or make it a road trip adventure, Florida’s Treasure Coast has so much to offer travellers and vacationers who seek a combination of rest, relaxation, adventure and excitement. With three distinct counties nestled beneath a sun and ocean filled umbrella, visiting these areas created a memorable trip and I’ll say with certainty that I’ll be returning to enjoy all they have to offer.

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These are NOT fractional or timeshare cottages. The purchase of each drive to cottage, would entail a deed for the owner to have for their piece of property on Georgian Bay. Plus, ownership of all common areas in the resort for you to enjoy the resort style atmosphere. Which would include the heated swimming pool, tennis and basketball court, hot tub, fitness room, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, sandy beach, playground, sundecks, laundry facilities. A dock slip is also included with each cottage purchase.

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2017 FORD

by jay kana In the ultra-competitive world of SUVs, the Ford Escape has done quite well for itself.

It’s the biggest seller of the Blue Oval’s SUV offerings and second only to the wildly popular F-150 beneath good ol’ Henry’s large lineup umbrella. Ford has taken a strong offering and made it even better, both inside and out.

With over 20 different competitor models for consumers to choose, this mid-cycle refresh shows that the 2017 Escape’s appeal is stronger than ever, complete with new engines, better looks, advanced technology and a well-designed cabin.

On the outside, the grill features a refined, sporty look. Standard 17” wheels come standard along with six different choices of rims, and the LED tail lights and available LED day running lights give the Escape

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a refined, attractive look. I’ve always like the appearance of the Escape, and the 2017 model sees a bit of proverbial “fat” trimmed, giving it a handsome stance and keeping it current and attractive against its competitors.

Yes, it’s still easily identifiable as an Escape, as the full redesign isn’t due for a few years.

Beneath the hood is where most of the changes appear. Ford says it best: “Some drivers want maximum fuel efficiency, while others desire more punch at the pedal.”

Two new EcoBoost engines highlight the 2017 Escape and there are three engine choices available for drivers, all routed through a six-speed automatic gearbox, and are as follows: » A carryover 2.5L, four cylinder motor producing 168 horsepower and 170 lb-ft.

of torque via a FWD drivetrain. Fuel ratings are 9.8 L/100km combined. » A 1.5L EcoBoost, four cylinder giving out 179 horsepower and 177 lb-ft. of torque available in FWD and AWD. Fuel ratings for this are 9.1 L/100km combined for the FWD and 9.8 L/100km combined for the AWD. » And finally, the powerful 2.0 Twin-Scroll EcoBoost, four cylinder engine churning out 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft. of torque that runs on premium gasoline. FWD fuel ratings are 9.4 L/100km and AWD combined is 10.2 L/100km combined.

I had the 1.5 AWD offering for a week and was quite happy with the “get-up-and-go” factor, along with quickly getting up to speed for highway conditions, as well as with cruising on rural roads north of the city.

There’s very little road noise, making the drive that much more enjoyable. Cornering and handling are respectable considering the height of this popular class of vehicle, and the Torque Vectoring Control definitely helps keep the Escape balanced. Available on EcoBoost engines is the automatic start/stop function to help save fuel, and surprisingly, the Escape’s idle-off system is quiet when it jumps back to life, unlike others which are clunky and loud. All vehicles hold 61.3 litres of fuel.

Personally, I’d like to do away with the 2.5L offering as there’s fuel savings to be had with the 1.5 Ecoboost and the fact that the output between the 2.5L and 1.5L are close. Inside, Ford has refined the cabin by getting rid of the lever-based parking brake and replacing it with a space-saving electronic one, along with rejigging the centre console allowing for more storage space (because we keep accumulating more things the more time we spend in our car, so Ford gave us a helping hand), along with a very comfortable, redesigned steering wheel.

The interior is spacious and seating is comfortable in both the leather and cloth seats. Available options include heated front seats and steering wheel to keep you warm as you battle colder temperatures.

Armed with SYNC3 (standard on the Titanium, available on the SE), the much improved available 8” touchscreen infotainment system is a breeze to operate and is keeping up with the times by being compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Yes, previous SYNC models had some kinks to iron out, but the current iteration is vastly improved and helps keep your eyes on the road and your hands upon the wheel, just like Jim Morrison intended. There’s even a new mobile app, Ford Pass, which lets you start/stop the engine and check the location and fuel levels of your car, along with other nifty features.

As Ford encourages you to fully utilize this vehicle (I think that’s where the utility part comes in) for whatever you do, be it urban or rural, there’s a generous 1,925L of cargo space with the rear seats folded down.

Oh, and speaking of which, full marks, Ford, for designing the 60/40 split rear seats to fold flat, making ski/Ikea/camping/moving excursions easier. The utilitarianism of the 2017 Escape will be well appreciated, that’s for certain. Tech-wise, the new model sees new safety offerings available, including adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist and departure warnings, along with upgrades to the park assist feature, and there’s still the Blind Spot Monitoring System and the very cool “kick beneath the tailgate to open the doors because my hands are full of stuff and I can’t reach my keys” feature.

Ford’s subtle cosmetic upgrades shown in the 2017 Escape will keep buyers interested while the two EcoBoost engines and technological boosts will help them escape (sorry, couldn’t help myself) against their strong import competitors. Available in three trims - S, SE and Titanium - with plenty of goodies on to pick from on the option sheet, potential Escape drivers have many configuration options. Expect the mid-trim SE to be the hot seller, as was the case with the outgoing year’s model.

Priced from about $25,000 for the entry S to nearly $34,000 for the top of the line Titanium (before options/taxes/etc), Ford gives you plenty of bang for your buck, regardless of trim choice.

With the SUV/CUV market accounting for a consistent increase in overall vehicle sales in Canada, the 2017 Escape has strengthened its presence in this segment. If you’re in the market for an SUV that’s good looking, fuel efficient and tech heavy, definitely take the new Escape out for a spin or few.

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ONE TANK TRIP: A GRAND RIVER ADVENTURE IN ELORA

WHAT’S A ONE TANK TRIP? It’s a worthwhile destination within a tank of gas radius of Mississauga.

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“This is better than the lazy river at the resort,” my daughter says. It would be hard to imagine a more perfect moment.

My daughter and I are holding hands, our legs up on inner tubes floating down the gurgling river. The late afternoon sunshine bathes us as we pass by towering 80-foot limestone cliffs, wildflowers and cedar trees.

The tranquil contentment is all the more treasured because of the apprehension that had marked the beginning of our tubing adventure down the Grand River at the Elora Gorge Conservation Area.

Situated less than 100km from Mississauga in Elora, the gorge is where the water from ‘The Grand,’ a designated Canadian Heritage River, cuts through 80-foot dolostone glacial rock. It’s also where up to 300 people a day rent inner tubes that carry them down the waterway’s rapids and quieter pools so they can gaze at this stunning view from below.

But I don’t notice the scenery when we first stand on the bank of the river and stare at the first set of rapids. I was watching a teenager flying off the black tube into the rock-studded frothy white waters. The same tubes we were holding in our hands. Why had I brought my

children here? Where were the lifeguards?

The teenager scrambled back up on the tube and continued down the river with his friends.

“Awesome,” says my son. “Let’s go!”

“I’m scared,” says my daughter.

“Me too.” I say. But waivers have been signed, helmets and lifejackets donned and the black inner tubes are in our hands.

That we could skip the first and largest rapid the teenager tumbled through is reassuring, but the sign about there being no exit points along the river isn’t. Once committed, you’re in for the ride.

“OK. Let’s do it!” I say, mustering as much enthusiasm as I can. My son is in the water in a flash, and I quickly push my daughter out before she changes her mind.

I do what every mom does. I worry.

Will they fall off? My son does fall off but gets back on. Generally, the water level is low less than a foot in most places - so it’s actually quite safe, though you do have to be careful about the rocks. The most nerve-racking moment comes when my daughter gets stuck on the side of river, and though I try to get to her, the current carries me past her, down the second-biggest set of rapids.

I jump off the tube in mama-bear mode ready to make it upstream somehow. No sooner than I hit the water, I see her red hair and pink running shoes peeking out of a tube and as she comes closer, I see her smile stretching from ear to ear.

“That was epic,” she says.

“Let’s hold hands now,” I say as my heartbeat returns to normal. As float together down the now peaceful Grand, I have to agree with my daughter; this is definitely better than any lazy resort river.

IF YOU GO: Tubing: All tubers must pre-register at the Equipment Rental Concession prior to participating in activities. Open weekends only during May, June and September and daily from the last week of June to Labor Day. A shuttle bus service for transporting tubers is available only until 6PM during July and August. Call park office for current tubing conditions - 1-519-846-9742 Hours: 9AM – 7PM. Equipment can be rented until 5 PM. Visit www.grandriver.ca for more information.

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Summer IN THE CITY MISSISSAUGA WATERFRONT FESTIVAL // June 17 to 19 – Memorial Park, Port Credit

The Mississauga Waterfront Festival, celebrating its 20th year in 2016, is a three-day outdoor festival that offers visitors a plethora of live music, family activities, food and entertainment. Seeing over 65,000 visitors, the yearly tradition for many is held in beautiful Port Credit and has achieved a Top 100 Festivals in Ontario ranking for 10 years.

The corn maze, food trucks, and hands on exotic animal attractions are just a few of many exciting reasons to visit. On the entertainment side, Mississauga-born-and-raised star Alessia Cohle graces the stage on Friday at 7:00 pm, and the entire event is lined with remarkable talent, from cool cover bands to outstanding original material.

Best of all, admission is free!

CANADA DAY // July 1st Mississauga is blessed with a variety of options for Canada Day celebrations, from grand spectacles at Celebration Square to community-focused events in Churchill Meadows. No matter where you are, you’ll find fun in every corner of our city. And yes, all the events include everyone’s favourite Canada Day tradition – fireworks! What better way to celebrate the birth of Confederation than with colourful explosions in the sky?

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Canada Day at Celebration Square // 2 pm to 10:30 pm – 300 City Centre Drive The biggest party in the city, Celebration Square sees attendance of approximately 100,000 people on Canada Day. This year’s action packed event will feature musical performances from incredible rock stars The Strumbellas and Juno-nominated folk-pop songstress Ria Mae, among many others. The Official Ceremony begins at 4 pm with Mayor Bonnie Crombie and the Canadian Citizenship reaffirmation oath. Fireworks kick off at 10:20 pm.

For the kids, Camp Canuck will be fielding activities from 2 pm to 6pm: there will be the ever-popular face painting, perennial favourite children’s entertainer Fred Penner, crafts, trivia, and giveaways.

Of course, no Celebration Square event would be complete without a cornucopia of food trucks all day long, from poutine to churros and everything in between. And what could be more authentically Canadian than indulging in a delicious Beavertail?

Paint the Town Red // 11 am to 10 pm – 32 Stavebank Road If City Centre is Mississauga’s head, Port Credit is its beating heart.

This charming part of town is bursting with unique energy, which is on display in spades during Canada Day. The Hazel McCallion Canada Day Parade kicks off at 11 am sharp and features a number of incredible floats and uniquely decorated vehicles, as well as some very

r entertaining performers. The party continues at Port Credit Memorial Park with a variety of musical guests, capping the night off with an incredible fireworks display at 10:10 pm.

SPEND YOUR SUMMER IN THE CITY Free festivals, concerts & special events across the city.

Canada Day in Streetsville // 6 pm to 10 pm – 335 Church Street All these other Canada Day celebrations go from morning until night, but Streetsville knows you want just the good stuff – so they pack an entire day’s worth of fun into just a few hours. Festivities start at 6 pm in Streetsville Village Square, with Opening Ceremonies and Cake Cutting at 7 pm, and fireworks hitting the sky over Streetsville Memorial Park at 10 pm.

Canada Day in Malton // 5 pm to 10 pm – 7205 Goreway Drive Did you know that last year, over 10,000 people attended this Canada Day celebration? If you live in Malton, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know your community. Live entertainment, face painters, great food, and of course – FIREWORKS at 10 pm – are all on tap at Westwood Square.

Canada Day in the Meadows // Noon to 10 pm – 3370 McDowell Drive If you live in the northwest end of the city and feel like celebrating somewhere within walking distance, Churchill Meadows Community Common hosts an all-day event featuring bouncy castles, pony rides,

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a petting zoo and much more from noon to 7 pm, followed by musical performances from 7 pm until the fireworks go off at 9:45 pm. This is a great under-the-radar option for people who want to avoid huge crowds and traffic, but still get in the Canada Day spirit.

FUN IN THE SUN AT CELEBRATION SQUARE There’s a lot more going on than just Canada Day at Celebration Square. For the full calendar, check out https://culture.mississauga.ca/ celebration-square.

Here are just a few of our favourite happenings.

Mississauga Rotary Ribfest // July 14 to 17 This festival gets bigger and better every year, with tons of vendors, live entertainment, and of course, mouth-watering ribs! Going from 11 am to 11 pm over four days, this is one of the biggest events of the summer, with attendance regularly over 120,000 people. Even if ribs aren’t your thing, there are a variety of other delicious foods on offer, including chicken, Asian food, Halal options and much more. Admission is free on Thursday and Sunday, and $2 per person/$5 per family on Friday and Saturday.

PRO TIP: all the vendors accept cash only, so make sure to stop off at the bank beforehand if you want to avoid lengthy ATM lines.

Movie Nights // May 26 to September 1 Every Thursday at 8 pm, curl up in the square with a blanket and a loved one for an outdoor movie experience that can’t be beat. It’s like going to an old-fashioned drive-in, but you don’t need a car, and admission is free!

Check the Celebration Square website for a

full list of movies, and note that there is no movie on June 30th or July 14th.

Classics on the Square // July 3rd From 10 am until 4 pm, immerse yourself in some vintage car history. See everything from old school muscle cars to beautifully restored classics, enjoy live entertainment, and check out a few car-related vendors at this event put on by the Mississauga Classic Car Club.

PORT CREDIT BUSKERFEST // Aug 19 to 21

Buskers from around the world descend on the streets of Port Credit to showcase their incredible skills. Witness death-defying acrobatic stunts, astonishing displays of magic, hilarious comic performances, and incredible pyrotechnics that will have you seeing more things on fire than you could have ever imagined. The festival runs from 7 pm to 11 pm on Friday, 1 pm to 1 pm on Saturday, and 1 pm to 7 pm on Sunday. For all those young buskers-in-training, there will be an interactive area located in the Gazebo at Memorial Park on Saturday and Sunday from 1 pm to 6 pm with acts geared specifically towards children, as well as face painters, balloon animals, puppet shows and more!

FARMERS’ MARKETS The practice of buying locally-sourced, in-season produce has taken off in recent years, and you can see it in the explosion in popularity of farmers’ markets across Mississauga. Here you’ll find organic fruits and vegetables, deliciously fresh baked goods, homemade soups, endless varieties

of jams, and so much more. Here are just a few of the many farmers’ market locations in our great city.

Lions Farmers’ Market http://www.lionsfarmersmkt.com Wednesdays June 1 – October 26, 9 am to 5 pm Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr. Sundays June 5 – October 30, 9 am to 5 pm Parking Lot, 3 Robert Speck Pkwy.

Port Credit Farmers’ Market http://www.portcredit.com/ explore-port-credit/farmers-market/ Saturdays June 6 – October 10, 8 am to 1 pm Corner, Elmwood Ave. & Lakeshore Rd. E Erin Mills Backyard Farm & Market http://www.embackyardfarm.com/ Saturdays June 4 – October 1, 9 am to 1 pm Corner, Erin Mills Pkwy. & Eglinton Ave. W Farmers’ Market Of Eden http://edenffc.org/farmers-market/ Sundays June 12 – October 9, 9 am to 3 pm Lisgar Go Station, 3250 Argentia Rd.

THIS AUGUST MISSISSAUGA WELCOMES THE 2016 ONTARIO SUMMER GAMES Athletes from across Ontario are preparing for the Mississauga 2016 Ontario Summer Games – August 11 to 14. The 2016 Games are the

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largest multi-sport event ever to be hosted in the city. More than 3,500 athletes, 500 coaches and managers, 700 officials and sports fans from across the province will arrive to compete in individual and team events.

Elite youth athletes, ages 12 to 18, will go for gold in a variety of sport such as basketball, volleyball, wrestling, weightlifting, boxing, karate, triathlon, cycling and more. The 34 sporting events are happening over four days throughout Mississauga and surrounding municipalities such as Brampton, Caledon, Etobicoke, Innisfil and Welland.

More than 1,800 medals, designed by local artist Tomas Rojcik, will be awarded during the Games. The artist’s design is symbolic of Ontario, being home for everyone involved in the Games.

Residents are encouraged to be a part of history and register to be a volunteer. More than 1,000 volunteers will be required for roles like welcoming athletes, their families and coaches, working at Games venues, providing information for spectators and helping members of the media and dignitaries.

The competitions officially kick off with a grand Opening Ceremonies on Thursday, August 11 at 7 pm. at the Hershey Centre.

The 2016 Ontario Summer Games in Mississauga is brought to you by the Province of Ontario, the City of Mississauga and Tourism Toronto.

For more information visit osgmississauga.ca and follow @OSGmississauga on Twitter with #bringithome.

BUSKING PILOT PROJECT Are you inspired by the acts at the Port Credit Buskerfest?

The City of Mississauga has a pilot project that you might be interested in!

In September of 2015, Mississauga Council adopted a policy called “Culture in the City of Mississauga.”

The policy provides guidance and direction when decisions get made around arts and cultural activities. The Culture Division at the City of Mississauga is using this policy as a basis to create small changes that can have a huge effect on the arts and culture scene in our city.

A Busking Pilot Project is launching this summer as part of a series of initiatives that can directly benefit local artists.

Buskers are a part of the streetscape in almost all major cities. The team working on Mississauga’s pilot project has been out in the community talking to people for months about what would make a great busking program. Where’s the best place for buskers to be? What time of day? At the same time, they are looking at safety, high traffic areas and where would buskers get the biggest opportunities.

The pilot rolled out June 13th, right on the corner of Hurontario and Dundas between 4 pm and 6 pm, and ran at that location all week. Busk Stops will be popping up across the city all summer long. Check out the website for complete details – www.mississaugaculture.ca/busk MODERN MISSISSAUGA | EARLY SUMMER 2016 27

Investing in today’s youth for tomorrow’s environmental future At Enersource, we are more than an electricity distribution company. Our business is about delivering outstanding service, empowering people and giving back to the community. We are committed to helping Mississauga achieve its full potential by providing innovative, sustainable services, and contributing to vital programs that protect our environment.

to protect and restore local natural spaces. Fundraisers like ‘Canoe the Credit’ and the Annual CVCF Conservation Gala, provide the opportunity to raise money for programs that rebuild the watershed and educate our community about its importance.

Recently, at CVCF’s 11th Annual Conservation Gala, Enersource announced a $25,000 donation to the Conservation Youth Corps. The Conservation Youth Corps (CYC) is a youth volunteer program that offers hands-on environmental stewardship experience for future environmental leaders in the Credit River Watershed and surrounding areas. Since 2007, CYC volunteers have donated more than 60,000 hours to various environmental programs, and planted more than 70,000 trees.

Students in the CYC program learn practical environmental skills while restoring the Credit River Watershed. Equally as important, they develop a strong sense of pride and appreciation for their work and for nature.

Enersource employees take part in environmental stewardship alongside Credit Valley Conservation Authority staff.

As a longstanding partner of the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF), we are proud protectors of the local Credit River Watershed. The watershed is a vital resource that is situated within one of the most-densely populated regions of Canada. It also contains some of the most diverse landscapes in southern Ontario. In this area, the Carolinian Forest zone meets the Deciduous Forest zone, both of which contain unique species not found elsewhere. The Niagara Escarpment and the Oak Ridges Moraine also run through the watershed, further increasing the number and diversity of plants, animals, and communities. The Credit River is almost 90 km long and meanders southeast from its headwaters in Orangeville, Erin and Mono, through nine municipalities, eventually draining into Lake Ontario at Port Credit in Mississauga.

For almost a decade, Enersource and CVCF have partnered on numerous initiatives that benefit the Credit River Watershed.

From tree plantings to invasive species removals, Enersource staff members have worked side-by-side with other volunteers

“Conservation-focused volunteer opportunities allow high school students to become directly involved in local environmental projects, while fulfilling community service volunteer requirements,” said Terri LeRoux, Executive Director of Credit Valley Conservation Foundation. “We are

Enersource President and CEO Peter Gregg meets with Kitty Lin from Wild Ontario and Einstein the Owl at the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation’s annual gala fundraiser.

ADVERT ORI AL grateful to Enersource for continuing to be an advocate for environmental awareness, while providing financial support to our various programs.”

Students leave the CYC program with an understanding that drastic changes in the environment will have far-reaching effects on how our community lives, plays and works. Qurat Dar, the recent recipient of the Young Conservationist Award, has volunteered with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority since 2013, contributing more than 150 volunteer hours to CYC. In addition to her duties in the regular CYC program, for the past two years Qurat has been a member on the Frontline Steering Committee. She also volunteers at Ecosource, The Riverwood Conservancy, the City of Mississauga’s Environmental Division. Her experience with CYC ignited a passion for the environment and she will be moving on from high school to study environmental engineering. Programs like CYC teach our youth about the need for environmental stewardship in our local communities. With programs like CYC, and students like Qurat, the future and protection of our environment appear to be in good hands.

Qurat Dar, recipient of the 2016 Young Conservationist Award, inspires the audience at the 11th Annual Conservation Gala.

70,000 trees planted.

60,000 hours.

1 big thank you.

Since 2007, the Conservation Youth Corps (CYC) has been providing local youth practical experience in conservation and natural resource management in a safe and structured environment.

Conservation-focused volunteer opportunities provide high school students the opportunity to become directly involved in local conservation projects, meet new friends and fulfill community service volunteer requirements. Enersource is proud to be a long-time supporter of this program.

To all our CYC participants, we want to thank you for your 60,000+ hours contributed to environmental stewardship, for the 70,000+ trees planted, and for your commitment to a sustainable future.

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MODERN STARTUP: by bil kanawati Many people may not know this, but Modern Mississauga is an independentlyowned magazine that started out as nothing more than an idea between two friends who wanted to give back to the community that they love. That idea turned into a startup business, and those friends became entrepreneurs, which meant navigating a whole world of hairy questions. What are the procedures for incorporation?

What’s the best way to create and maintain a website? What can we do in-house, and what needs to be done by an outside party?

What accounting software is best for our needs? What are our banking options?

In our Modern Startup series, we try to tackle these questions and many more by sharing with you, the readers, our own personal experiences. In this issue, we start by exploring some banking options.

WHERE SHOULD I START? At minimum, you’re going to need a business chequing account. While you should look into as many options as you can, the best place to start is with the same bank that you already have personal accounts set up with.

Since you already have a relationship with them, your banking history might mean fewer hoops to jump through, more

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favourable terms for things like hold limits, and even preapprovals for credit options like overdraft protection. Also, having your business and personal accounts with the same bank can make it easier to transfer funds between them, which you may need to do in the early startup phase when you’re covering most of the costs yourself.

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR IN A BUSINESS CHEQUING ACCOUNT? There are a lot of things you should be looking for, but two factors are generally the most important – Fees and Customer Service.

Fees: You’ll want to keep an eye out not just for the monthly fee, but also what your bank charges per transaction and per deposit item, and how many transactions and deposit items are included in your monthly fee.

You’ll also want to be aware of the distinction between these terms – for example, if you deposit ten cheques in one bank visit, that’s one transaction but ten deposit items.

Almost everything you do – withdrawal, deposit, bill payment, transfer between accounts, etc. – is a transaction. One of the few examples of a “no-charge transaction” that doesn’t count towards your allotment at most banks is a Point of Sale deposit – i.e. if someone pays you with a credit

card – but you should read the fine print carefully to see what is and isn’t included in your account.

Customer Service: This is a more nebulous category, but in our opinion, one of the most important for a young startup. This includes convenience features like branch hours and number of locations, but more importantly, how does the bank make you feel? Do they have a dedicated Small Business Advisor?

Are they available when you need them?

Can they answer your questions confidently?

Can you call your branch directly or do you have to deal with a call centre?

IS CUSTOMER SERVICE REALLY THAT IMPORTANT? We looked at several banking options and settled on a TD Every Day Business Plan for our chequing needs. Though it wasn’t the cheapest option we looked at, we chose TD for their flexible hours and the fact that our personal accounts were also with TD, but most of all, what tipped the scale was our Small Business Advisor. She worked diligently with us on all our needs, was available to meet with us in the evenings, and continues to be a source of advice and support long after opening the account.

I want to contrast this with our experience at another banking institution, which we

Beware of little expenses.

A small leak will sink a great ship.

Benjamin Franklin

EXPLORING YOUR BANKING OPTIONS considered because of their lower fees.

To set up our initial appointment, we had to go through a call centre, who booked us for a Saturday meeting with a business advisor.

When we arrived, we were told that the business advisors don’t work Saturdays, but someone there tried to help us anyway.

They didn’t have an intimate familiarity with the accounts we were asking about, and couldn’t provide answers to many of our questions. To top it all off, they informed us that they wouldn’t even be able to set up certain accounts even if we wanted to proceed, and that we would have to come back to meet with an actual business advisor, who wasn’t available on evenings or weekends. While low fees may be tempting, sometimes you get what you pay for.

types of purchases, and the RBC Business Cash Back MasterCard, one of the only business cash back cards with no annual fee.

ARE THERE ANY ACCOUNTS GEARED SPECIFICALLY TOWARDS DIGITAL-ONLY BUSINESSES? RBC offers a unique account that’s not heavily advertised called the RBC Small Business eAccount. This account has no monthly fee

and includes unlimited “e-transactions” – bill payments, debit card purchases, transfers between accounts, etc. – but has relatively steep fees for anything not considered an “e-transaction,” including cash and cheque deposits, or most situations where you would need to interact with an actual human bank teller. This account isn’t for everyone, but if your startup is entirely digital, e-commerce or internet-based, it may be worth looking into.

WHAT OTHER ACCOUNTS WILL I NEED? A chequing account is an absolute must, but an entrepreneur may want to look at opening up a business credit card account for keeping business spending separate and easy to keep track of. Business credit cards can also offer attractive bonuses, such as cash back, travel rewards, extra insurance for purchases and car rentals, and more. A few of the better options to consider are the Scotia Momentum for Business VISA, with an industry-leading 3% cash back on certain

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Ida E. Barnes MEMORIAL FUND

A love story from the past creates a legacy for the future by eileen mackenzie

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In May of this year, the Community Foundation of Mississauga distributed just under one million dollars in much needed funding to a broad range of community initiatives, including a grant of over $15,000 to the Peel Children’s Aid Foundation. The grant came from the Ida E. Barnes Memorial Fund, an endowed fund at the Foundation that has now provided over $40,000 to help young people served by the Peel Children’s Aid Society have a chance at a bright future through education.

The Ida E. Barnes Memorial Fund was created in 2007 by a Mississauga resident who wished to remain anonymous; let’s call him Alan. It was his express desire to create a charitable legacy that would honour his beautiful bride and help young people pursue an education, something Ida did not have a chance to do.

While a gifted student, Ida had to leave school in 1931 when she was just 16 years old so that she could help provide for her family.

Born and raised in England, Ida’s ambition was to pursue a job in nursing, but that would have required an education the family could ill afford. Instead, she took a job in a law office in 1932. Alan says, “She swallowed her disappointment and became a very competent secretary, but never forgot her youthful dream.”

Ida and Alan met in 1938 through Alan’s brother (who happened to be courting Ida’s sister), but several years passed before Alan and Ida were to meet again in 1941. Ida and Alan’s romance blossomed and they were married in 1943. While Alan was away with the army, Ida bought a little house and began to prepare it for the newlywed’s life together. However, the end of the war brought changes, and Ida and Alan moved to Canada. They raised two children and enjoyed a long life together. Theirs was a love story from the beginning, and a story about their abiding commitment to each other and the way their shared values carried them through. Early in 2007, after over 60 years of marriage, Ida passed away.

Alan was devastated and he wanted to find some way to honour Ida, to create her legacy and to share her love of learning and the transformative power that an education offers. Alan reached out to the Foundation with the guidance of his financial advisor and later that year, Alan made the first charitable gift to create the Ida E. Barnes Memorial Fund.

The Fund will provide scholarships and/or bursaries for youth who are pursuing post-secondary education, apprenticeship, trade or vocational training. Eligible youth must demonstrate financial need and a commitment to the achievement of personal success and independence. Because of Alan’s gift, young people will be given a chance to escape the cycle of poverty and abuse through education.

In early 2010, Alan died at the age of 92.

But Alan’s love story lives on and Ida’s passion for learning does as well. Many young people will now have a chance to pursue their dreams. They may never know the wonderful story of a great love that made this possible, but they will have a chance to reach further.

“This Fund will help us assist more young people to succeed and leave childhoods of abuse, neglect and poverty behind”, says a spokesperson from Peel Children’s Aid. It is a remarkable legacy and a beautiful tribute to Ida. To find out more about the Community Foundation of Mississauga, visit the web site at www.CFofM.org or call 905-897-8880.

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ENTREPRENEUR: Lina Brocklehurst by jay kana

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With nearly four decades of experience behind her, Lina Brocklehurst has experienced and dressed every major hair style change since the early 70s. She remembers the bobs and beehives of the disco era.

Arriving in Montreal as an immigrant in the 70s, Lina spoke French at school, Italian at home and English in the workplace. Add in her birthday being April 23rd and she wound up being a year behind the other students academically. Needless to say, there was a fair sized challenge ahead of her.

So at 16, after moving to Hamilton, she said “I’m not going back to high school” to her mother, who dutifully replied “choose a trade because if you ever get married and have children and heaven forbid if something happens to your husband, you need to support your children.” Smart lady, eh?

Lina set out and pored over various different trades and when hairdressing came up, it was exciting and ambitious and she knew she could do well in that field.

The eldest of three children, her father was encouraging of her decision but said, in a very responsible way, “let’s enroll you in a program that’s month to month to make sure it’s a good practical fit for you,” to which Lina agreed.

It was love at first class at Bruno’s Schools of Hair Design. The excitement level for Lina was unlike anything she’d experienced prior. She loved the theory and practical aspects and month to month quickly transformed into completing a seven month course, which led her into a burgeoning multi-billion dollar industry.

Lina points out that in the 70s, the school was completely focused on hair. No nails or makeup, only hair.

Of course, I had to ask her about her first customer after graduating. “It was one of my mom’s friends and I did her hair in my house. I cut her hair in the middle of the summer and every time I saw that friend of my mom’s afterward, she wore a hat...and it was hot outside!

I asked my mom, “why is she wearing a hat so often? Isn’t she hot?” and my mom replied “yeah, well, you know, she’s, umm, growing her hair.” Lina laughs heartily at her

early days, knowing that everyone has to find a starting point for a career of greatness.

Looking back, Lina sees now that school will give you a solid baseline to start from but it’s the practical in-salon experience that will advance budding stylists to the next level. And really, it’s a lifelong commitment to constantly learn and improve the technique as well as keep up to date on current and upcoming styles.

After spending several years in Hamilton, she moved her salon, Manhattan, eastward to Burlington and then with a life change occurring in 2011, she found a new home in beautiful Mississauga. Sadly, the father of her two children passed away in the Spring of 2015 and instantly, Lina remembered her mom’s words of wisdom about finding a trade that would fully support her children; she is ever thankful for following through with that. Her wealth of experience has led her to become part of the Master Judges Program, where she helps judge various hairstyling competitions, which she’s been doing now for several years.

The decision to open up Lina Brocklehurst Design in Port Credit in 2012 was easy, she says: “I love, love, love Port Credit, I live down the street, it’s close to my father in Hamilton, it’s close to Toronto for my clients and Mississauga overall is wonderful and lovely!”

She speaks fondly and humbly of both her loyal and new clients, recognizing that without them, she wouldn’t have had such a successful career, and her clients have certainly been loyal to her. The most rewarding part of having her own salon in Port Credit has been getting to know and interact within the community. She had such sincerity during our entire conversation, more so when she spoke of how

welcome she’s felt and how she’s made a plethora of friends, acquaintances and clients.

Her advice for the younger generation of up and coming stylists?

“Do your homework thoroughly before selecting a hairdressing school and apprenticeship but most of all, enjoy and love what you do. The sky is the limit and never settle for anything, career or personal wise.”

Lina, the ambitious entrepreneur that she is, has released her own line of hair styling products, called “LBD Professional” recently, which is kind of a huge deal. Well, it’s really a huge deal. She has nearly 20 products in total for nearly every hair type/style for both women and men. She’s looking to launch a men’s line, including shaving products, in the future since the equilibrium has shifted in recent years, with a trend that sees guys spending more time and care on their hair and appearance.

Her biggest challenge, as can be said for anyone in her field, has been keeping up to date with the quick pace of the industry. As there are an array of courses being offered by so many companies, Lina has to intensively research where her investment dollars are best utilized.

After speaking with Lina, a 2016 MARTY nominee for Beauty and Fashion, for a couple of hours, it’s evident that she’s passionate about her career and is very modest about her success. She acknowledges her roots and is thankful for every day she’s able to combine her passion and profession successfully.

It’s been a long road forward for Lina and one she has no regrets about. With no signs of slowing down, she’s proven that hard work, humility and dedication can yield a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life.

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by jennifer tarenta | photo courtesy of Long Point Eco-Adventures Summer is creeping around the corner, and with warm weather comes camping trips. I go on an annual camping trip with a group of friends that I love, but I have a confession to make: I actually don’t like camping. In reality, that’s a blanket statement. I like some of it; the great outdoors, campfire, sing-alongs, day drinking, etc. Unfortunately, once night falls and the warmth of the cocktails has worn off, I dread getting into my tent with a partially deflated and cold mattress.

I am not interested in messing with my sleep, so this year I decided to look into some camping options that will put my concerns to bed.

While proper sleep is key, so is getting to the destination in a reasonable amount of time. All of the destinations below are within 3 hours of Mississauga. Check out some of my most intriguing picks for glamping this summer.

FORESTED ECO-TENTS glampinghub.com/canada/ontario/roseneath/tent-rental-ontario/ Located just 1 hour and 45 minutes northwest of Mississauga in beautiful Rice Lake, you will find Forested Eco Tents. You just arrive with your overnight bag and they provide the rest. Some of the highlights here are a floating dock, hiking trails, and freely roaming farm animals such as baby sheep, alpacas, piglets and free-range chicken. I can’t say any campground has ever offered a zoo of animals I could hug and squeeze. Very high cuddle factor here.

LONG POINT ECO ADVENTURES lpfun.ca/2014-04-02-04-09-32 Long Point Eco Adventures does a great job of offering a unique experience. They’re known for their awesome zip lining which is a must-do while you stay in one of their very nicely outfitted wilderness suites. This is a far departure from traditional camping.

Each suite boasts a king size bed, down duvet comforter and an outdoor shower for a scrub under the stars. In the morning, rise up to a freshly prepared buffet breakfast. All of this is just a 2-hour drive away.

ECO FRIENDLY TREEHOUSE airbnb.ca/rooms/1782781?s=zXiWI_Km My second confession is that I’m still sore about not getting a tree house as a kid. Luckily, I found some therapy for that trauma just 1 hour outside of Mississauga in a place called Blackstock, Ontario.

Yes, that’s right. You, as an adult, can spend a few days living it up in a tree house. An eco-friendly tree house, that is. It’s so private that there is a short ½ km hike to the cabin from where you park. But, once you reach your destination, you have 6,000 acres to roam around in. The tree house runs on solar power and the cabin hosts provide fresh water for the duration of your stay. Some may see this as a downside, but there is no internet available at the tree house.

If you’re really looking to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself, this is the place to do it. Oh, and there’s a hammock on the screened in porch for major lounging. Isn’t that dreamy?

CAMPBELLVILLE CABIN glampinghub.com/canada/ontario/campbellville/ cozy-cabin-rental-toronto-canada/ The next destination on my list is so close you may as well pitch a tent in your backyard and call it camping. But, who needs to stay home when just 20 minutes away in picturesque Campbellville you will find a cozy cabin to rest your head. There are so many trails and sandy beaches to explore – Mountsberg, Hilton Falls, Kelso and Rattlesnake Point. Also, if you don’t want to leave the property, there are arcade games and a movie amphitheater for some nightly entertainment – or, just enjoy your crew for the duration of your stay.

Love pancakes? I recommend staying over the weekend for weekly pancake breakfast every Sunday.

BANCROFT LUXURY TENT glampinghub.com/canada/ontario/bancroft/luxury-tents-ontario/ On the more luxurious end of the spectrum, Bancroft is home to one fancy campground. Just 3 hours away, you will arrive at the chic and rugged “Glamping Wellness Retreat Centre.” It is home to one fancy campground. Here you can spend $748/pp and get the ultimate pampering explosion complete with Austrian Moor detox bath and face mask, ion-cleanse detox foot bath with oxygen Inhalation therapy, or an energy regeneration package that comes with a Seaweed Rejuvenating Bath. They also offer many other services ranging from massage to nutrition consults and more! Even the décor in the tents is tastefully done. It looks like something you would see in your Instagram feed and like. If you want to ball out, I say check this place out.

There you have it! This is camping for all my people out there who value ultimate comfort but love the great outdoors.

GLAMPING //

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LAKE AQUITAINE PARK

GYM PERKS WITHOUT THE MEMBERSHIP FEES

by alicia jones Summer is the best time of year to get active and melt away the winter pounds. While we feel more motivated and energized to get fit, the last thing we want is to spend sunny summer days cooped up in a dark gym.

In Mississauga, you have a great alternative that allows you to get fit, burn off calories and feel energized all while enjoying the fresh open

air. The best part? There are zero gym fees, no membership requirements and you can come and go at any time. That’s because your ‘gym’ is part of the park.

Lake Aquitaine Park, located 4 minutes from Streetsville in the heart of Meadowvale, is home to a 1.4 kilometre fitness loop equipped with body weight fitness machines connected by

a quaint path overlooking scenic Lake Aquitaine.

Not sure where to start? Modern Mississauga’s resident fitness expert, Alicia Jones, breaks down this quick and simple outdoor circuit, which can be repeated 1-3 times for your total body workout.

POWER WALK OR RUN TO EACH FITNESS STATION: Pass station #1 which is temporarily under repair and begin your workout at station #2

STATION #2 VERTICAL CHEST PRESS: • Sit up tall • Hold both handles, thumbs face up • Exhale as you slowly push the bars forward until your arms are almost straight • Keep a slight bend in your elbows to protect your joints • Inhale as you slowly return to start position • Repeat 15-20 times

STATION #3 LEG PRESS: • • • • • •

Sit up tall and place your feet on the foot pads Keep your knees hip width apart Exhale as you push your feet into the pads and straighten your legs Keep a slight bend in your knees to protect your joints Inhale as you bend your knees once again Repeat 15-20 times

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STATION #4 SEATED LAT PULL: • Sit up tall and grip handle bars, palms facing away from the body • Exhale as you pull the bars down, bend your elbows as they flare to your sides.

• Inhale as you extend your arms straight, keeping slight bend in the elbow to protect your joints • Repeat 15-20 times

STATION #4 ARM LIFT: • Move immediately from Seated Lat Pull to the opposite side called Arm Lift • Sit up tall and grip the bars, palms facing away from the body • Exhale as you slowly raise your arms up.

Keep a slight bend in the elbow to protect your joint • Inhale as you bend your elbows and return to start position • Repeat 15-20 times

STATION #5 BUTTERFLY OPEN: • Sit up tall and hold the vertical handles, thumbs face up • Exhale as you separate the two bars • Squeeze your shoulder blades back and keep your elbows up • Inhale and you bring the two bars back together • Repeat 15-20 times

Switch It Up Change your fitness level simply by switching your feet (pics #3, #4) Aquitaine’s fitness machines use your body weight for resistance. While many believe this makes the machine a one level resistance, there’s a secret way to change the difficulty.

For a greater challenge, use all of your body weight by placing both feet on the metal foot stand.

To make the exercise easier, place the balls of your feet firmly on the ground, heels high. Push into the ground using your leg muscles and push your back firmly into the back rest. The more you lift yourself with your legs, the less weighted your exercise will be (not to mention you also get a great calf workout).

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STATION #5 BUTTERFLY CLOSE: • Move immediately from Butterfly open to Butterfly Close • Sit up tall and place inside of arms against pads, elbows bent at 90 degrees and palms flat • Exhale as you slowly press the two bars together until your hands meet in the middle • Inhale as you slowly control the bars back to start position • Repeat 15-20 times

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* At the time of publishing, stations 1 and 6 were under construction. This gives you a longer distance to devote to cardio. Continue power walking or running to the next machine.

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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT Ramadan

by bil kanawati Ramadan began Monday, June 6th, 2016, and is estimated to end around Tuesday, July 5th, 2016. Most people know the basics of this Muslim holy month of fasting, but here are six pieces of Ramadan trivia that may surprise you!

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Because Ramadan moves back about 11 days every year, some years (i.e. during the summer) are harder than others. This year will be one of the toughest - the last time Ramadan was mostly in the long days leading up to the Summer Solstice (June 20th, the longest day of the year) was in 1984!

Many people believe that fasting during Ramadan happens from sunrise to sunset, but it's actually a little more complicated than that.

Without getting too technical, Muslims actually start their fast at about an hour before dawn.That means that this year, Muslims will be fasting from around 4 AM to around 9 PM - approximately 17 hours of fasting.

Compare that to a theoretical December Ramadan, when the fasting day would only be about 10 hours.

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What about Muslims living near the Arctic Circle when Ramadan falls during months where the sun never rises (or never sets)? Under these circumstances, Muslims have several choices, including fasting on the schedule of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, or the geographically closest Islamic country.

In many Muslim countries, Ramadan can bring dramatic changes to the working day - usually involving a late start (around 10 AM), closing midday (from early afternoon until sunset), and then opening again from sunset until the late evening.

Some people believe that fasting is a great weight loss tool, but did you know that many people actually gain weight during Ramadan?

This happens for a variety of reasons: a) eating fewer, high-calorie meals slows your metabolism; b) most people are less active while fasting; c) many people develop irregular sleep habits (waking up early, staying up late, or taking midday naps), which can affect metabolism and weight In 2030, Ramadan will happen twice in the same (Western) calendar year - starting around January 6th and then again around December 26th.

Once you grow older, you realize how important it is to be there for your parents as they begin to age themselves. You’ve always known that the time would come when you had to step up and care for your parents, but you didn’t know how much would be involved in the process.

The problem is that you have a busy life now, and you’re struggling to take care of yourself—let alone your parents. You’re debating between caring for your parents in your own home, or having them move to a retirement home. You’ve heard the pros and the cons from every angle, and you don’t want to make the wrong decision. So—where do you go from here?

What You Need to Know about Retirement Homes Sending you parents to a retirement home is certainly not the path less traveled, and is becoming a trend among families. But, there are

a few factors you need to consider when making your decision: • Finances • Emotional needs • Location.

Personal Care Workers Retirement homes are a great option for many, but they are not the only option available to you.

Your parents can remain in the comfort of their own homes, with personal care and help from a Personal Support Worker. Personal Support Workers can assist with daily tasks like bathing, meal planning, and ensuring that your loved one makes it to their medical appointments. They are available to you any time of day and night, whenever you need them most.

Personal Care Workers at home will allow you to live your life knowing that you have the help that you need to take care of your parents, while allowing your parents to keep their independence moving forward. They can remain in their own home with all of the care they need.

Call us now to get a detailed, personalized care assessment for your loved one from an experienced care coordinator.

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GLUTEN Free

THROUGH THE AGES

by john lewis (celiac club member since 1997) Like all the cool kids these days, I eat gluten-free. I wasn’t always this way.

There was a time when I ate gluten with reckless abandon, when I grew fat and happy on sugar and carbohydrates, when I squashed slices of Wonder Bread into doughy balls and squeezed them into my mouth by the fistful.

Now I look at wheat products with only a bitter mixture of revulsion and fear.

I didn’t choose the gluten-free life as a way to get fit, nor do I suffer from some vague gluten insensitivity. I have celiac disease, which means if I eat gluten I may die a slow and painful death.

I was diagnosed in 1997, back when nobody knew or cared what gluten was. I was a lanky, ravenous 12-year-old—so I cheated on my diet, a lot. Birthday cake, Chinese food, pizza parties: the temptations were strong, and I was weak.

Eventually, I wised up. Ceaseless, wracking abdominal pain will do that to you. My heart hardened to gluten’s seductions.

Donuts? Just coffee, thanks.

KFC? Why would you do that to yourself?

Bread that’s not the texture and flavour of cardboard? Who are you, the Queen of England?

And lo, for many dark years I lived a pitiful life of potatoes, Tostitos, and that godless Rizopia pasta upon which even the most succulent Bolognese sauce slumps down and dies. I’m sometimes asked if I ever miss the taste of “real” food. Of course I don’t; I can’t remember what it’s supposed to taste like.

All that’s changing now.

Suddenly I can walk into practically any restaurant or supermarket and stuff myself

stupid with half-decent, gluten-free doppelgängers of foods as exotic as cookies, bagels, and cupcakes (mostly cupcakes).

2016 is a far cry from 1997, when all I had to eat was Styrofoam and tears. Today we celiac sufferers inhabit a world only slightly less flavourful (and much, much more expensive) than the world of gluten-eaters. How did it come to this? How did I lose the right to feel sorry for myself and my beleaguered taste buds?

Scientific progress, for one. Greater public

awareness, too. Today, when I tell people I have celiac disease, they don’t look at me strangely and ask if it’s contagious. (It’s not. Yet.) But the biggest reason, for better or for worse? The fact that gluten-freedom has caught on as a sexy lifestyle choice, a trend I can only interpret as a sign of the imminent End Times.

Of course, we card-carrying members of the Celiac Club shouldn’t complain about a little

help from hipsters and extremely rich writers of diet books. Gluten is pernicious, insidious, sinister, the culinary equivalent of asbestos.

The protein composite that makes dough elastic, chewy, and basically worth eating, gluten also appears in a variety of unexpected places: the seasoning on chips, the filler in hot dogs, the malt flavouring in Rice Krispies; in soy sauce, broth, salad dressing, and beer.

And just a few weeks ago, I wept openly into a tub of delicious organic ice cream that contained delicious organic food starch.

But this trendiness is a double-edged baguette: because so many people avoid gluten voluntarily, and exhibit few adverse effects when they do consume the stuff, restaurants and other vendors get into the habit of not taking it seriously. Even in this enlightened day and age, gluten-free living is risky business, and a culture that treats it casually only makes it riskier. So, the next time you’re deciding what to contribute to your experimental art collective’s gluten-free, bring-your-own-kombucha potluck, why not try food that’s actually meant to lack gluten? Polenta, farinata, injera, papadums, and arepas are all authentically gluten-free and make delightful alternatives to boring old bread-things. Gluten-free beer is almost uniformly terrible, but grab a case of cider on the way and watch as your news feed overflows with grateful, inebriated status updates.

Anyway, that’s my advice. If you’re going gluten-free, go all in. Be careful, be vigilant, be informed. Besides, it could be worse.

You could be vegan.

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summer eats

Barbecue.

Salad.

Sunshine.

GARLIC CHILI LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS by kat maltarp The weather is warming up and it’s time to clean off and fire up the good ol’ BBQ to start a season of delicious food cooked in the great outdoors. What better way to kick off BBQ season than with these delicious garlic chili lime shrimp skewers?

INGREDIENTS

• 2-3 tablespoons sunflower oil or other high heat oil • 3-4 garlic cloves, pressed • 1 bag of frozen pre-cooked and peeled large shrimp (about 1 pound) • Juice of 1 lime • 6-8 mini skewers

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SEASONING

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1 teaspoon sea salt 1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1⁄2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder 1⁄4 teaspoon onion powder A pinch or two of chili flakes

DIRECTIONS

1. Defrost shrimp in fridge overnight.

Rinse, drain and remove tails.

2. Make the seasoning blend by combining all the spices in a small bowl. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, toss shrimp in seasoning mix, garlic, lime juice and sunflower oil.

Let marinate in fridge for at least 1 hour, taking out a few times and stirring to make sure all the shrimp get a good coating of marinade.

4. Preheat BBQ to medium high. Meanwhile, stab shrimp onto skewers (about 5-6 on each depending on size of shrimp).

Place skewers on hot BBQ and use a basting brush to baste the remaining marinade over the shrimp while they’re grilling. Flip once or twice, being careful not to burn or overcook the shrimp (they are already cooked so they really just need to be on the BBQ to heat through and get nice grill marks on them).

5. Serve with grilled veggies, a side salad and enjoy!

APPLE FENNEL COLESLAW by kat maltarp This tangy, crunchy apple fennel coleslaw recipe is a delightful, versatile side dish that goes well with meaty sandwiches, barbecue, or anything your heart desires!

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar • Juice from 1/2 a small lemon, about 1.5 tablespoons (save other half for use with apples) • 1/4 cup raw honey • 1 tsp sea salt • 1/2 tsp cracked black peppercorns Combine above ingredients in a small bowl, cover and refrigerate. Meanwhile, prepare the ingredients for the slaw.

SLAW INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 head medium cabbage, cored

• 2 medium carrots, peeled & shredded • 2 Granny Smith or MacIntosh apples, peeled* • The other half of the lemon (1.5 tbsp)* • 1 small head of fennel • 3-4 green onions, sliced • 1/2 lb bacon, cooked/crumbled (optional) *Tip: As soon as you peel the apples, pour and rub lemon juice on them to prevent browning DIRECTIONS

1. Shred the cabbage, carrots, apples and fennel into a large bowl. Add green onions and half of the bacon (if using). Save the other half of the bacon as a garnish.

2. Next, pour dressing over slaw mixture and toss until well combined. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

3. Refrigerate slaw for at least an hour (overnight is better but not necessary).

Serve with pulled pork or chicken sandwiches and the extra bacon.

PASTA FRESCA by laura qusen This is a cold pasta salad recipe that I learned to make in Milan, many, many years ago. I have made this pasta salad for quite a few summer pot lucks and it's always a huge hit. As with any Italian dish, the ingredients are what make it so don't stray! This recipe also includes the traditional Italian way of cooking pasta, which guarantees pasta cooking perfection.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 500 g bag of pasta - any noodle that twists and has cavities to hold the sauce will do • 1 box of ripe cherry or grape tomatoes • Your best olive oil - with a great raw taste • 3 plum tomatoes or 2 field tomatoes • 3 cans of rio mare tuna in oil • 15 leaves of fresh basil • Fresh Mozzarella - 1 large ball or bocconcini • Palm full of salt DIRECTIONS

1. Fill a large pot with cold water. Cover and set the stovetop to high. Once the water comes to a rolling boil, pour table salt into the palm of your hand, enough to fill your cupped palm without spilling over the edges.

Remove the pot lid, add the salt, pour in the

pasta, give it a quick stir with your spoon and put the lid back on. All of this should be done fairly quickly. As soon as the pot comes back to a boil, take the lid off and set your timer to the required cooking time on the pasta you purchased.

2. Rinse and cut your cherry tomatoes in half.

Squeeze the tomato halves into a large serving bowl, followed by the halves themselves. Now dice your plum or field tomatoes so they are bite size pieces, removing the core. Add the diced tomatoes to the serving bowl.

3. Empty the tuna cans into the bowl, oil and all. Tear up the basil into small pieces and add to the bowl. Pour 2 long pours of your best tasting olive oil into the serving bowl.

I usually count slowly "1, 2" while pouring in a circle, and then again. Take a wooden spoon and press firmly into the tuna so that it flakes apart and mixes well with the other ingredients. Cut up your fresh mozzarella into bite size pieces and add.

4. Once your timer goes off, pour your pasta into a strainer. Drain thoroughly and then add your pasta to the serving bowl. Mix thoroughly, cover and place in the fridge.

Can be served cold or at room temperature.

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Modern Dining THE MAHARAJA

Located in a burgeoning part of our city on Eglinton, between Hurontario and Mavis, owners Sheryl and her husband Jehangir along with his father have spent over a year planning and preparing and as of early February 2016, the doors have opened to excited and impressed diners.

SIGNATURE FOOD & DRINK ITEMS The restaurant is divided into three distinct dining rooms, each decorated differently and offering an atmosphere that pays homage to three different palaces in India.

• The Hawa Mahal, also known as The Palace of Wind or Breeze, reflects the palace found in Jaipur. The atmosphere exuded is light, graceful and allows natural light in through many windows.

• The Rang Mahal, The Palace of Colour, reflecting the palace in Agra Fort, is exactly what you’d expect: vivacious shades of colour that reflect the wide array of colors and cultures in India that are presented with a modern, stylish décor.

• The Sheesh Mahal, The Palace of Mirrors, also found in the Agra Fort, is elegantly decorated with intricate mirror work on the walls, and the centre piece is a gorgeous, crystal chandelier.

With over 200 types of liqueur and nearly 30 different wines, the bar is its own unique space, framed by a single block - a hand cut and backlit piece of honeycomb onyx - imported from Pakistan.

There are four distinctive menus offered to patrons: 1. Awadhi cuisine, which is native to Lucknow in northern India 2. Hyderabadi cuisine, native to the south central region of India

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3. Punjabi cuisine, found in one of the northernmost parts of the Indian subcontinent (eastern Pakistan and northern India) 4. Rajputana cuisine, found on the western side of India From Amiri Shaan Lobster to Jahangiri Murgh Korma and Hyderabadi Sikandari Raan to Zenana Macchi, along with many traditional breads and desserts, they’ve culminated many centuries of flavours, complete with authentic imported spices to satisfy nearly any palate.

THREE WORD DESCRIPTION (WE GAVE THEM FOUR) Authentic boutique dining experience.

SEATING CAPACITY 85.

TYPE OF FOOD Delicious Indian subcontinental food in its most authentic form.

CHEF’S BIO Chef Praveen has carefully studied his craft and strengthened his skills by spending over two decades at the ITC Maurya, New Delhi in the famous Dum Pukht and learning from recognized industry leaders. Until recently, he was also an instructor at Humber College.

WHAT CAN CUSTOMERS EXPECT? The highest levels of hospitality and exquisite Indian cuisine in its most authentic form.

TAKEOUT/CATERING The Maharaja team wants to give you a thorough dining experience that you simply can’t replicate with a takeout container, and as such, takeout is not available. From a coat check upon arrival to the traditional bowl of lemon water to clean your fingers after your meal and everything else in between, the best way to enjoy what they offer is to let them guide you through this incredible culinary experience.

PRICE RANGE Mid to mid-high.

NAME ORIGIN The word “Maharaja” translates to “Great King,” which exudes strength, loyalty and pride.

It’s unmistakable and represents a golden era in India’s rich history. Wanting to bring the flavours of old-world India to the modern world, the name “The Maharaja” simply makes sense.

TYPE OF CLIENTELE Anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining experience.

905.507.2444 | themaharaja.ca

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Restaurant Guide

WHERE TO EAT IN MISSISSAUGA

Mississauga boasts a wide array of dining options to suit nearly any taste. Our Restaurant Guide features remarkable local restaurants that are ready to welcome you and provide a memorable dining experience.

COOPER’S PUB

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Priding themselves on great food, service and atmosphere, Cooper’s Pub is family friendly and their menu is sure to please anyone. With 15 large screen TVs, they’re the perfect venue to enjoy the 2016 Euro Cup and are offering great beer and wing specials. Cooper’s is your neighbourhood pub where food meets sports!

780 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. • 905.275.3245 • cooperspub.com

INDIAN CUISINE BY THE LAKE

Indian Cuisine By The Lake is a new generation Indian restaurant that offers a casual dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere. Their expertise, ambition and talent ensures your dining experience is memorable as they utilize the freshest ingredients and serve aromatic spice infused curries from different regions in South Asia.

56A Lakeshore Rd. E. • 905.891.3333 • indiancuisinebythelake.com

KATE’S TOWN TALK BAKERY THE WILCOX GASTROPUB

The Wilcox Gastropub is modern restaurant serving elevated contemporary comfort food.

Headed by Executive Chef Humberto Sanchez, a chef’s menu is featured weekly with exciting seasonal food.

30 Eglinton Ave. W. 905.568.1122 thewilcox.ca

With the best butter tarts in the city, exceptional service and a variety of delicious baked goods, Kate’s Town Talk is the go-to bakery in the city to indulge your sweet tooth as well as enjoy home-style lunches. They also offer top notch catering services for any sized event.

206C Queen St. S. • 905.821.1166 • katestowntalk.ca

TU CASA

Nestled deep in the heart of prestigious Lorne Park is Tu Casa Fine Dining. Chef Christofferson Aba and his culinary team use a fusion of the finest classical ingredients, resulting in a purity of taste that transcends fads and truly excites patrons’ palates. The Tu Casa team always provides a memorable dining experience.

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Boutique Indian Restaurant A tribute to the lifestyle & rich culinary legacy of Indian Royal Heritage.

An authentic dining experience reflecting a riot of colors, flavours & tastes of the golden era.

4646 Heritage Hills Blvd | Mississauga, ON L5R 1Y3 | 905.507.2444 | 905.507.2440 | themaharaja.ca TheMaharajaCA | TheMaharaja_CA | TheMaharaja_CA | #TheMaharajaCA All meats served are Halal. We accept reservations for private parties and events.

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