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Tourism – Travel & Eco-Adventure Students to Get Truly Hands-On Experience Thanks to Collaboration with Wasaya Airways
SUMMER CLASSIC 2016 TO BE HELD AT THE STAAL FOUNDATION OPEN: NHL SUPERSTARS TO FACEOFF FOR REGIONAL CHILDREN'S CHARITIES THUNDER BAY, ON, APR.8, 2016 – Two teams will face off at the first ever Pandora Intercity Summer Classic, a new road hockey event at the 2016 Staal Foundation Open presented by Tbaytel.
upcoming weeks with details in how participants can get an exclusive spot to play alongside the NHL hockey stars. “As kids we always found ourselves with a stick in our hand no matter if it was winter
was our sport and this is where our first memories of the game were made. We are so excited to bring the first ever Summer Classic to our hometown of Thunder Bay and can’t wait to face off for such a great cause;” says Eric Staal of the New York
The Pandora Intercity Summer Classic is anticipated to be quite the spectacle, featuring a showdown between the Staal brothers, present and former NHL players, Mackenzie Tour - PGA TOUR Canada players and the media including local and TSN personalities. The historic event will be held following the opening ceremonies at the Staal Foundation Open in a unique arena setting. “The Staal Foundation Open is just thrilled to include the Pandora Intercity Summer Classic into our schedule of events,” says Scott Smith Executive Director; “Although golf is usually a four letter word that means the hockey season is over, we are excited to be adding this game to our schedule of events. We all have those classic memories of playing road hockey as kids and this brings it to a whole new level.” Announced alongside KC Minor hockey players this afternoon, children between the ages of 9 to 14 from across the region will have the opportunity to get drafted to #TeamStaal2016. A contest through the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, will be launched in the
with Cancer and The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation. Keeping the players in line during the big game will also include former NHL Official Ray Scapinello, one of the league’s most recognizable officials. Scapinello’s career began in the 1971/1972 season, spanning four decades and retiring after the 2004 playoffs. “I look forward to visiting Thunder Bay this summer and participate in this great event. Thunder Bay is such a big hockey town and to be able to help support the Staal Family and their charity efforts, is a great honor. I’m looking forward to putting the stripes back on and also teeing it up in the Porter Celebrity Pro Am;” says Scapinello. TSN host Glenn Schiiler and Gino Reda will also be in Thunder Bay to provide spectators with a truly entertaining play by play of the game. “This year’s Staal Foundation Open slogan is ‘where everyone plays’ and the Pandora Intercity Summer Classic event captures this notion perfectly;” continues Smith. “This event is open to people of all ages and backgrounds from across Northwestern Ontario. We can’t wait to see our region’s kids and hockey heroes battle it out for the Pandora Intercity Summer Classic title.”
or summer or whether we were playing hockey on the ice, the road, or even in the backyard. We always knew that hockey
Rangers. The Pandora Intercity Summer Classic is a fundraiser event with proceeds benefiting regional children’s charities; Camp Quality Northwestern Ontario, The Northwestern Ontario Families of Children
The Pandora Intercity Summer Classic takes place on Monday, July 11th at 11am at Whitewater Golf Club.
Golfing pain shouldn't be par for the course (NC) A little know-how can help golfers avoid unnecessary injury. Considering the number of times a swing is repeated during a game, it's not surprising that the season often ends early for those who are not physically prepared.
2. Gently pull the club up with your top hand until you feel a slight stretch in the
Every year, Ontario's chiropractors say they treat countless golfers for injuries that could easily have been prevented. That's why the Ontario Chiropractic Association's public awareness campaign called Get in the Game Without the Pain, is one of their most popular programs year after year. Below are a few simple stretching techniques that can help prevent or reduce the impact of injuries:
shoulder of your lower arm. Hold for 15 seconds.
Side bending stretch
3. Gently pull the club down with your bottom hand until you feel a stretch in the top shoulder and arm.
1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
4. Hold for 15 seconds.
2. Hold the golf club above your head with your arms straight.
5. Reverse hand positions and repeat.
3. Slowly bend to one side, without rotating, until you feel a stretch in the side of your back. 4. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat twice for each side.
The OCA has created an infograph that takes you through these exercises, and recommends that you visit a chiropractor if you experience any lingering pain and discomfort after playing golf. Find out more at www.chiropractic.on.ca. www.newscanada.com
Shoulder stretch 1. Hold the shaft of a golf club vertically behind your back.
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www.golfingnews.ca Tourism – Travel & Eco-Adventure Students to Get Truly HandsOn Experience Thanks to Collaboration with Wasaya Airways BY SCOTT A. SUMNER
Great Outdoors Students in the Tourism – Travel and Eco-Adventure program at Confederation College got a truly hands-on experience on Thursday, thanks to a new collaboration with Wasaya Airways LP. 14 students taking the Flight Attendant course as part of
They got a detailed tour of the various sections of the aircraft, practice in-flight demonstrations and learn some tips and tricks from Wasaya’s Flight Attendant staff. This is one of four days of on-site training with Wasaya students will benefit from. Giannina Veltri, Progam Director Tourism
Giannina Veltri, Progam Director Tourism & Caitlin Woof, student Travel & Eco – Adventure
their fourth semester of the program, will get to practice their skills on board an actual aircraft alongside experienced professionals working in the field.
– Travel and Eco-Adventure program at Confederation College “ Today we had a real life scenerario doing in flight safety demonstrations by
reenacting them. Our program has a wide array of career opportunities available to the graduates with the travel side which includes the travel agencies, airlines, flight attendants or in the eco side with resorts, parks or tour guides.” “ The students really enjoy the program. It is a good program if you don’t exactly know what you want to do but love travel and the outdoors. You get a number of certifications as well. We went to Peru recently which was a real eye opener to another culture. In a few months the students will get jobs .”
Adventure and from Red Lake. “ I enjoy being around people and decided to make tourism a career. It has been a great program. We are all very close in the program after just coming back from Peru where we got sick and had very high temperatures. “ I have been able to learn a lot about different places of the world, some I didn’t know existed. After finishing this program I hope to move to Toronto where there are a lot of travel and tourism opportunities and see where that leads me. I would like to do tour guiding say at Casaloma.”
Caitlin Woof is a student Travel & Eco –
Landscaping tips for your home (NC) We all know that it takes more than April showers to bring May flowers into your yard. Building and maintaining a beautiful outdoor landscape is the result of long hours, hard work and a green thumb. Before you begin to create this year's gar-
den oasis, make sure you've given some thought to protecting your home from the unintended water penetration that can result from poorly planned landscaping. This could not only have an impact on your home and what's in it, but it could also jeopardize your new home warranty.
In Ontario, most new homes come with a seven-year warranty that covers certain defects in workmanship, violations of the Ontario Building Code and major structural damage. The warranty is provided by
• Ensure surface drainage is directed away from window wells and exterior stairwells.
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• Make sure the land slopes away from your house so water does not accumulate near the foundation of your home. • Extend downspouts so water flows away from the house and does not collect next to the basement walls and windows.
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planning your landscaping this season:
your builder and backed by Tarion. As the homeowner, it is your responsibility to take care of your home, and this includes not altering any grading your builder has in place to protect it from water penetration. If your landscaping plans call for any changes to the slope around your home, this could lead to poor surface drainage, ponding, flooding, basement dampness, or foundation settlement – all of which could result in damage that may not be covered under your new home warranty. So before you start to making any plans that could change any of the drainage systems on your property, including planting flowers, installing a pool, a deck, or even a second driveway, be sure it won't cause water to accumulate at or near your home's foundation.
• Don't cover up exterior weeping holes. These allow water inside a home to move outside and evaporate. Raising the grade above weeping holes could only allow water to back up and weaken your foundation. It could also encourage insects or small animals to enter your home. Lot grading requirements vary in different municipalities. So before making changes to your builder's grading, check with your local building department to understand what the requirements are that apply to your home. For more information on your home warranty visit www.tarion.com. www.newscanada.com
Here are a few tips to keep in mind when
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GET HOOKED! LET’S GO FISHING! By Sherry Aalto So you are watching your kid just sitting there gaming and gaming and gaming and you’re thinking to yourself for the one hundredth time, “Why can’t they do anything else?!” Well? Maybe they need to be introduced to a different kind of Gaming?! But you will have to win their interest first! You will have to engage in the action on their level. Many parents for example, want to get their kids involved in ‘THE GREAT OUTDOORS’ but it becomes more of a grueling coaxing than an endeared event! So here is a new approach to a seemingly rejected idea. First you have to talk out loud in the house, in front of the kids, to a third party, about all the excitement you had landing the BIG ONE! You also have to excitingly make mention of the size of the catch and the struggle and challenge that took place and how you almost lost the battle! Kids want action and challenge! They want excitement and uncertainty when involved in the unknown! What they don’t want is a parent telling then what to do! They want a buddy that they
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can SHARE an experience with! You still have to parent but, nothing takes the fun out of something more than telling someone what to do rather than guiding and letting them try for themselves! The point is this, to hopefully get everyone to put down the gloves and pick up the rods! The fishing rods that is! Just ask Fred Brown and his wife Carole of Fort Francis Ontario. Fred Brown has been fishing since he was old enough to hold a fishing rod. His father was an avid outdoorsmen and fishing guide and Fred and his brothers were all fishing guides and if it anything Fred knows it is this…fishing is the only game in town that is never the same two days in a row. Fred, his wife, his two daughters and four granddaughters are all avid fishermen and fisherwomen. You never know what you are going to catch and you never know how the fight for the catch is going to go but, Fred affirms in a nut shell that “Once you feel that fish on the end of your rod…YOU ARE THE ONE THAT IS HOOKED!” Having fished all over Northwestern Ontario, fishing in any season is O.K. with Fred. Fishing for trout, walleye and crappies (pan fish that can grow up to 16 inches long and look like bass). There are apparently lots of crappies in the lakes in Rainy River, Lake of the Woods and Fort Francis area. If you
love to fish, you can arrange to go to rustic camps or to high end comfort resorts, depending on your level of personal comfort…the choice is yours! There are excellent fisheries in Northern Ontario. Fred is familiar with a number of regular fishing people that come from all over the U.S. to
Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee. Residents (those who own property in Ontario) do not have to apply for camping permits but still must have an Outdoors Card for fishing/fishing permit, everyone else must apply for camping permits and outdoors cards.
enjoy and experience the sport of fishing. Fred says the people come from places like Minnesota, Wisconsin,
Continued
GET HOOKED! LET’S GO FISHING! Continued When you think of the money you will be spending on the sport of fishing, you will find that it pales in compari-
son to the amount of personal enjoyment that you will get from being in the great outdoors, especially when you share this with family or with
friends. Fishing is one interest that can create a greater bond with the young people in your family and they will remember it for years. You will be passing along a wonderful tradition,
eat for a day…Teach a man to fish and he can post it on Facebook and Youtube so his kids can be embarrassed if they don’t go fishing with him!” but save this for a last resort!
hook them up with a fish and let the fish do the rest!! There are literally hundreds of places to go for excellent fishing in Northern Ontario so just link up on google with Northwestern Ontario Fishing and see
Spring fishing is just around the corner and here in Northern Ontario and one can enjoy some of the world’s best fishing and the whole family can do this, no age restriction! Imagine that! You can drive to a fishery, a lake or resort or you can arrange to go to a ‘fly-in’ fishing resort, either way you won’t find this type of entertainment on any 50 inch screen T.V.! Fred wants every parent to know this… “Fishing has afforded some of the best memories with his family and that the one thing to NEVER do, is to cheap out on a fishing rod. When it comes to buying a rod for your kids, get them a good one. Not only will the fishing experience be better but there is a certain pride in owning a fine piece of sporting equipment! And! And! The rod won’t break if your kid ends up in a fight with the big one!” So! If you want to get your kid ‘hooked’ on fishing, you had better
where your next sunny afternoon will bring you and your kids! Actually! Get the kids to search it out for you, they love being on the computer anyway and they might just start making the plans themselves! Also, don’t forget to offer to video them catching the big one so they can post it themselves on their FB page or on Youtube. But, be sure to use their camera/phone to take the footage because they will want to have full control of such ‘sensitive’ information for when it comes to uploading anything about them! So there you go! You can combine fishing with technology and everyone is HAPPY! So what are you waiting for? ‘Upload’ your fish into your boat today!
but don’t to tell them that! A bit of blackmail never hurts either if the kids won’t join in…LOL! Read this: “Give a man a fish and he can
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What a milder winter means for pests this spring (NC) With delayed and below average snow falls and higher than normal temperatures, many of us enjoyed a break from the harsh winter cold. However, experts warn that these conditions could lead to increased pest pressures later this year.
Management (IPM) program. IPM is the most environmentally friendly method of pest management that will help you to identify any areas where pests might sneak into your home, as well as to use proactive techniques such as exclusion, sanitation and home maintenance.
“As we transition into spring, it's likely that pests will be resurfacing earlier than normal as a result of the milder weather,” says Alice Sinia, Ph.D., resident entomologist for Orkin Canada. “Pests did not have the normal amount of time to overwinter, so they will be exiting their hiding spots sooner rather than later. I also anticipate higher than average pest pressures into summer and fall.” Spring is the ideal time for pests to emerge, so you should begin taking the steps to eliminate their three survival sources – water, food and shelter. For your spring cleaning, consider working with your pest management provider to establish an Integrated Pest
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etation blooming early, pollination is occurring earlier, allowing these pests access to their primary source of food. • Dusky cockroach: This large, shiny dark brown cockroach normally stays outside since its main source of food is grass. However, it is also attracted to light and can often enter homes through gaps in doors and windows. • Mosquitoes: Mosquito-borne illnesses, like the West Nile and Zika, continue to pop up across the Americas. Since mosquitoes feed on blood, the more activities that humans enjoy outside, the more the mosquito population will increase early.
The following are pests to look out for this spring: • Stinging pests: The population of wasps, hornets and yellow jackets is expected to build up faster this spring as more “queens” have likely survived the mild weather. Also, with flowers and veg-
To avoid these pests from making your home theirs, Orkin Canada recommends these spring cleaning tips: • Inspect your home: Inspect for cracks and crevices on the exterior of your home. Make sure to use a weather-resistant sealant and mesh wire to cover any openings found. Gaps as small as your fingertip can provide an entry point.
• Clear landscaping: Ensure vegetation is properly trimmed to help eliminate hiding places and identify any entry points. Don't forget to clean out gutters as they can also provide cover and habourage points for pests. • Eliminate standing water: Whether it's water from melted from snow or from a leak, remember that pests only need a small amount of water to survive. Eliminating standing water will prevent your yard from becoming a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Implementing an IPM plan will help you combat these pests proactively rather than relying on reactive measures. Contact your pest management provider to ensure you're on the right track to help prevent these pests from entering your home. www.newscanada.com
Opening the camp this month? Remember electrical safety (NC) As a cottager, you are likely starting the countdown to when you can enjoy your first weekend away. With that countdown likely comes a to-do list of all the things that need to be done to get the cottage open for the season. Make sure that checking for potential electrical safety hazards is on your list so you start the season off right.
property and updates on estimated times of restoration. 2. Upon arrival, do a circle check and inspect the power line feeding your cottage. If a wire is down on the ground, stay at least one bus length away and call Hydro One's power emergency line immediately at 1-800-434-1235.
electrician to arrange for repairs. 5. Check electrical cords and plugs for damage. Never use cords that are worn. 6. Fill your water tank before switching the power on to avoid damage to your water heater element.
Here are 10 things to do to get your cottage opened safely:
3. Check your electricity meter for damage. Call Hydro One at 1-888-664-9376 if there is any.
7. Keep all branch circuits in the off position until you have opened the main switch. Then, energize individual circuits one at a time.
1. Plan ahead and sign up for Hydro One's new Outage Alerts. The free service sends registered customers a text or email when the power is out near their
4. Look at interior wiring for visible signs of gnawing from animals. If wiring is damaged, turn off the circuit breaker or remove the fuse to that circuit and call an
8. Make sure tree branches are trimmed well away from your power line to avoid unnecessary power outages and safety hazards. Always hire a qualified contrac-
tor to prune trees near your power line. Hydro One will disconnect the power supply to your property once a year, at no charge, so that any maintenance along or near your power line can be performed safely. 9. Replace the batteries in the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. 10. Make sure your fire extinguishers are charged. www.newscanada.com
LAKEHEAD EXPRESS GIRLS WIN THE U13 GOLDEN BOYCHAMPIONSHIPS Seven teams from the Lakehead Express Soccer Club travelled to Winnipeg recently to compete in the Winnipeg Youth Soccer Association’s Golden Boy Indoor Soccer Tournament. The LEX U13 Girls Premier 2 Team went undefeated in winning their division. The girls played 3 strong games leading up to the final beating QC United 3 to 1; then Thunder Bay Chill Petraglia 3 to 1; and finally BVSC
Flames 2 to 1 setting up a re-match with Thunder Bay Chill in the final. Despite being from the same city the LEX team had never faced this Chill team before this tournament. In the final Sarah Azzolini scored first for LEX at the 9 minute mark of the first half; followed by Merritt Morine who scored the second LEX goal at the 22 minute mark of the first half. In the second half the LEX back field players Esme Whalen and Fiona
MacLeod took over and the game ended seeing LEX Goalkeeper,
remain strong contenders next year at the Golden Boy as well.
Mackenzie Tsubouchi, earn her first shutout of the weekend with a 2 - 0 victory. It was a hard fought game for both teams that saw LEX’s Mya Miller and Morine provide standout performances with Morine winning Player of the Game honours. With 7 of the 13 LEX players eligible to stay with this team they should
Submitted By: Colin Stewart Director of Communication Lakehead Express Soccer Club
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Thunder Bay Polar Plunge Fun Event BY SCOTT A. SUMNER
Great Outdoors Polar plunging has been going on inThunder Bay for many years now. This year on a brisk day over 300 participants took the plunge at Prince Arthurs Landing at the boat launch area. “ Our first year we had 37 participants and this year there are over 300 so the event continues to grow, “ said Warren Giertuga. “ We raised $78,000 last year for Special Olympics and hope to beat that amount this year.” What is a Polar Plunge? As the name implies, a Polar Plunge is a winter fundraising event
whereby individuals have the “honour” of jumping into the icy waters of a nearby lake or similar body of water. They are able to participate by securing donations from friends, family members, coworkers, local business or their community in general. This is a signature provincial event of the Law Enforcement Torch Run initiative benefiting Special Olympics Ontario (SOO). How Does the Polar Plunge Raise Money? 'Plungers' will either pay the registration fee or fundraise the minimum requirement to be able to take part in the Plunge. In most cases, incentives will be given to Plungers based on how much money they raise in donations. Where does the money go? 100% of the funds will directly benefit the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. What is the Law Enforcement Torch Run? The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run is a community based, province-
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wide event that sees the "Flame of Hope" carried across Ontario by members of law enforcement agencies from across the province. The objective of this and other events is to raise funds for and awareness of the Special Olympics movement in Ontario.
Making a Difference The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run raises funds for Special Olympics Ontario and all funds raised are directed into community Special Olympics programs. As well, the torch run involves law enforcement personnel in a community based, province wide program. The torch run sets up community part-
nerships with sponsors, Special Olympics volunteers and local supporters, to reach a shared vision of helping athletes.
physical, social and psychological development through positive and successful experiences in sport. SOO also strives to prepare athletes for active and successful participation in regular community based sport training, recreation and fitness.
educates the public and communities about people with intellectual disabilities through sport and sport based competition. Special Olympics Ontario strives to encourage life-long involvement in sports which lead to a continued involvement and increased opportunities in the community as a whole.
Programs would not be able to run smoothly without the commitment and dedication of volunteers and athletes. Special Olympics Ontario
For more information, please visit: www.specialolympicsontario.com
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Special Olympics Ontario uses the funds raised to support three major initiatives: Competition funding for communities hosting provincial and regional competitions, including travel and registration costs Staff support, including SOO field staff Support grants to new programs, competitions such as Hometown Games and programs in need, which amounts to approximately $250,000 per year For more information, please visit: www.torchrunontario.com Special Olympics Ontario
Special Olympics Ontario (SOO) is a charitable organization that provides sports training and competition for people with an intellectual disability. The primary objective is to enhance
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