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YOUR LETTERS

Fall 2010 issue Read the entire issue: escarpmentmagazine.ca

Re: Past into Present pgs. 14 - 26 As a cultural worker in one of our region’s museums I was thrilled to read your article Past into Present, a review of our community museums and description of how we strive to “keep our heritage alive”.

Remembering, discovering and learning about our region’s heritage is truly the mission of our museums.

The photographs were beautiful and truly captured the feel of the exhibits and, even though I’ve visited these sites many times, they made me long to return to discover something I may have missed before.

I was, however, disappointed to see that the South Grey Museum in Flesherton had not been included in the article. Located on Hwy#10 in Memorial Park, the South Grey Museum highlights the history of southern Grey County and is a gem worth stopping to visit.

Re: Arts/Events pgs. 19 - 20 The Blue Mountain Artists’ Studio tour is officially over for another year. It was a busy weekend and for me, personally, a successful and very enjoyable studio tour.

Many thanks for posting our event in your wonderful magazine. It seemed this year that there were many attending who had driven over just for the day, lured by the weather, the colour and the art tour. Several mentioned that they had read about the tour on line or in local magazines so, once again, on behalf of the participating artists, thanks for the exposure. ~Cory Stickley | BMFA

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I encourage you to come down and visit the museum. We’d love to see you and show you around. ~Laura Camilleri | Curator, South Grey Museum

~Ed. Note: We feel very badly that we missed including South Grey Museum in our feature. It is indeed a fine museum and well worth a visit. Following is a little information about the museum.

Built in 1974, the South Grey Museum hosts a community history collection representing the settlement and development of Southern Grey County with special collections focusing on the hydro development at Lake Eugenia, Eugenia Falls and the gold rush, Flesherton Railway Station and Agnes Macphail—first female Member of Parliament. A large collection of family genealogical records and photographs are available for research purposes and staff is available to assist with you. The museum also partners with the local arts scene to develop unique exhibits such as “Abandoned Places & Spaces” which looks at the “then and now” of our architecture and will soon be online through the Virtual Museum of Canada Website.

We also host travelling exhibits and in celebration of Black History Month (February) our upcoming exhibit “Passage to Freedom – Secrets of the Underground Railroad” is on display from January 20 to March 12th and explores the perils faced by slaves as they escaped from the US to arrive safely in Canada (on loan from the Welland Museum). The museum also offers education programs and loan kits to the schools, community workshops and events – including our “Chocolate Gala Ball” on February 12th and summer “movies under the stars” nights.

You can learn more on the museum’s website www.greyhighlandsmuseum.com.

Just to let you know that your Escarpment Magazine is traveling across Canada. We have received an e-mail from someone living in Calgary who obtained your Fall edition from a friend who visited Ontario. She read the article on Osprey Museum in your Museums Feature and sent us an e-mail message inquiring about the old pioneer settlement where our building is located.

We always receive questions from people researching their family roots. However, this request was the farthest correspondence we ever had. ~Dimitri Haritun| Osprey Museum

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While working at my desk early this morning, my monitor suddenly switched off. Power outage. It was planned and we’d been warned but I forgot. So, 90 minutes of what to do? I could have reached for my iphone to keep abreast of emails but decided instead to let it all go and gave in to the break. What a luscious feeling. It reminded me of how important it is - and simply good for the soul - to take a sabbatical from all things digital — to inhale, to look around, to observe, enjoy and appreciate what’s here — where quiet sits in wait — listening for the feathery crunch of a snowshoe or the nearly silent swoosh of a gliding ski. This is Winter. This is fun.

Winter brings moments that are unpredictable. Sometimes the loveliest ones happen when the winds are at their ugliest, whipping around chaotically in their angry fury. That’s when a crackling fire and the company of loved ones embraces us with the simple comfort of just being here.

When my children were small, and we were weekenders, some of our most cherished times happened when the lights went out. Good conversations, silly jokes, tall tales and laughter.

Inevitably when power was restored there would be a collective groan and a unanimous, “Let’s turn them off again.”

Weekenders. Fridays meant packing the car early for an easy exit from the city and excitement sat with everybody enroute. On more than one occasion, I can remember saying, “Don’t make me stop this car!” Reflecting back on it now I don’t wonder that my nerve endings got a little frayed - five kids with limitless energy and anticipation in every pore - who wouldn’t become a touch frazzled?

Weekends. They weren’t just looked forward to - they were everything. Ski races in 5 different directions. Has anyone seen my goggles? My boots hurt. Whose helmet is this? I forgot my pass.

The thrill remains. My now adult children still love to be here and still can’t wait to get out there.

Many of the friends are the same and new ones perfectly complete the mix. Frenetic early mornings and getting to the hills before the lifts open are still a priority and their love of Winter continues to be infectious. They still turn off the lights from time to time too and still tell silly stories.

How wonderful.

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WORLD CUP SKI CROSS by Dak Williams Don’t miss a moment of this thrilling event at Blue.

FIS - PUTTING FREE BACK INTO STYLE by Chris Robinson The organization is doing impressive things with the sport.

FREESTYLE SKIING ONTARIO by Cara Williams

Moguls, Aerials, Ski Cross - don’t miss the excitement!

AOS by Christy Deere.

Get the lowdown on the season’s snowboarding events in all the disciplines.

AOA by Kristin Ellis. Two local ski racers are combining academics and racing with very positive results.

KILICHICKS by Deena Dolan Findlay Four best friends summit Kilimanjaro.

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THE SOFA PRIMER by Kimberley Seldon What you need to know before you buy.

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FEATURE | World Cup Skicross retur ns to Blue

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racing at Blue again! It's the perfect venue for a

skicross race because the

start is right at the top of the chair, making it easy

to access with our 3 pairs of skis each, and the finish is right at the base, making it easy for all you fans to come check out the action!”. ~ Ashleigh McIvor

Olympic gold medalist Ashleigh McIvor, racing towards her Silver Medal win at Blue Mountain in February 2010.

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Last winter the Escarpment region was witness to what was hailed the “most popular new sport” at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver...

Skicross. The Rockstar Skicross Grand Prix at Blue Mountain Resort is back again February 9th-11th for more full contact Skicross action.

This World Cup level ski race will be hosting Olympic, World, X-Games and National Champions from around the globe, racing 4 at a time, rubbing elbows and settling scores in hopes of winning the title.

World Snowsports Events Group (WSEG), a not-for-profit company founded by event Co-Chairs Chris Robinson and Mark Kristofic, will organize and manage the World Cup event with any financial surplus being donated to support Canada Ski Cross. The event is also made possible by the support of over 100 community volunteers who are used in virtually every aspect of the event.

With the success last year and reception from the community, everyone involved in the World Cup is preparing for an even more exciting week of racing and a few new changes. This year will also feature a Nor-Am level race on the same track following the World Cup. This means nearly a week of racing on the Smart Alec run at Blue Mountain Resort.

Spectators and racers can also look forward to a course that will be constructed by the renowned ski and boarder cross builder, Ryan Neptune from Planet Snow Design. To help with the build, Neptune will bring Planet Snow’s Pat Malendoski. In 2002 Pat was the half pipe builder for the 2002 Olympic half pipe at the Salt Lake Games and together they have designed and built countless world class competition venues. The course should also be even more spectator friendly with the recent renovations to the bottom of the Smart Alec run.

Team Canada provided the nation with a lot to be proud of with their performances on home soil. No athlete provided more excitement than gold medalist Ashleigh McIvor. “I'm looking forward to racing at Blue again! It's the perfect venue for a ski cross race because the start is right at the top of the chair, making it easy to access with our 3 pairs of skis each, and the finish is right at the base, making it easy for all you fans to come check the action out!”.

Ontario native and Olympic team member, Dave Duncan finished on the podium last year at Rockstar Ski Cross Grand Prix but was unfortunately injured just prior to the Olympics. Team Canada brought in Whistlerite Davey Barr to replace him in Vancouver and Barr put in performance to be proud of. "My Olympic experience was full of lows and highs. Coming into the Games as an alternate was not where I was expecting to be. But that’s racing for ya! The night before the race I found out I was in. With two days of missed training on the track I could only do one thing and that was try and learn the course really quickly and race using my years of experience. I am happy with my 6th place. It was really cool to represent Canada at home for the debut of Ski Cross.”

“I am really looking forward to the WC at Blue this year.

Last year on a Wednesday afternoon the crowd was awesome! This year it’s on a Friday, so it should be even better."

On the Saturday following the World Cup, local ski club athletes and their coaches will have the opportunity to join the Canadian Ski Cross Team for a guided tour on course. Aspiring racers will have the chance to try the Ski Cross start, slip through the World Cup course and get explanations from the world's best about what it takes to win in Ski Cross. A Nor-Am competition will follow on Sunday where spectators will have another chance to see the Canadian Ski Cross Team in action.

Top regional athletes from Canada and the United States will have the opportunity to compete on the World Cup course against National Team athletes from a number of countries.

The ski racing heritage runs deep along the Escarpment and it left a real impression in 2010. With a volunteer staff second to none, a great resort and some of the best fans in ski racing anywhere, it’s no wonder the feedback was so positive. When asked his thoughts on returning to the area, Team Canada Event Director Chad Weir had this to say, "I am very much looking forward to returning to Blue Mountain this season. The resort has a quaint friendliness and is very accessible while the people are some of the most professional and welcoming of any of the resorts I have visited in the world."

Blue Mountain Resort is buzzing in preparation for the 2011 Rockstar Ski Cross Grand Prix. “We are looking forward to the return of the of the FIS Freestyle World Cup Ski Cross tour to Blue. Last year’s event was spectacular and we hope to raise the bar this season,”says Paul Pinchbeck, Director of Marketing. With almost a full week of World Cup and Nor-Am racing coming to the area it is time again to dig out the cow bells, call in sick to work, get the kids out of school and come spend some time watching the most exciting show on snow, the Rockstar Skicross Grand Prix. |E| www.skicrossgrandprix.ca WINTER 2011

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FEATURE | FIS putting free back into style

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in a blog for S-Media, a new Snowsports multi-media company of which I am a partner, I wrote, “the FIS <International Ski Federation>, as boring as it is, is doing a damn good job at bringing cool sports into the mainstream”. This caught the attention of the Escarpment Magazine editors who asked me to “expand on this statement”. I am only too happy to oblige and with some editorial license, I would like to expand on the scope of this point to also bring the story closer to home.

I wear a number of hats in the world of snowsports, filling my spare time in a few volunteer roles where I work passionately in support of competitive skiing and snowboarding for Canada and Canadian snowsports athletes. I am both the Chairman of the Freestyle Skiing Committee for the FIS and the President of the Canadian Snowsports Association (CSA). As CSA President, I also sit on the Board of the Canadian Ski Council where I am exposed to many issues and challenges facing the broader snowsports industry.

The CSA is a federation of 9 independent organizations: Alpine Canada, Cross Country Canada, Canadian Freestyle Ski Association, Canada Snowboard, Ski Jumping Canada, Nordic Combined Canada, Telemark Ski Canada, Canadian Speed Skiing Association and the Canadian Association of Diabled Skiers (the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation has also recently been granted membership under the CSA structure). The primary reason for the CSA to exist is that the FIS will only recognize and deal with one federation in every country as its ‘member’ organization. Each discipline functions autonomously (for the most part) with the CSA providing some centralized services such as coordination of insurance programs and as the clearing house for all FIS related matters for snowsports in Canada.

The FIS itself is no less complicated. The ultimate authority within the FIS structure is the Congress—a meeting of members (comprised of national ski associations from over 100 countries) which takes place every two years. The FIS Congress is like a corporate AGM, a day long business meeting attended by nearly 500 people. The President is the Chairman of the FIS Council, comprised of sixteen national ski association representatives from around the world who preside over the FIS and who, according to the FIS Statutes, are the ‘supreme authority of the FIS in between Congresses’. The work-horses of the FIS are the committees (and there are many). Discipline committees (along with the respective sub-committees and working groups) including Alpine, Cross Country, Freestyle and Snowboard are essentially ‘technical and advisory’ committees to the Council. Each discipline committee works to develop policies and rules that set the standards, formats and eligibility criteria for FIS competitions, along with officials training and appointments and establishing international competition calendars.

Snowsports is a catch-all term that emerged along with the rise of snowboarding which, in Olympic terms, is aligned with skiing under the FIS, the international governing body for skiing and snowboarding that is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

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PHOTO | CLAIRE WOODHOUSE

In another sport battle of the ‘90’s, the International Snowboard Federation or ISF lost out to the FIS (the ‘skiing’ body) for becoming the international organization recognized by the IOC in terms of leading the ‘Olympic stream’ sport delivery system for snowboarding. Many snowboard purists still lament the loss of autonomy for setting the direction for their sport. However, I would argue that the FIS has done more than an independent body ever could have to raise the visibility and respectability of competitive snowboarding worldwide.

Back to the point where the article started and the ‘old and boring, yet progressive’ assertion…

The IOC is working hard to inject youth appeal into the Olympic Games. The most recent example is the possibility for new sports like ski Halfpipe and ski and snowboard Slopestyle to be introduced into the 2014 Games in Sochi.

The Olympics is arguably the pinnacle of sporting events on earth. The problem is that the Olympics is losing ground among younger demographics.

More ‘action sports’ oriented events like the summer and winter X-Games have captured the attention of young people as the unassailable forum for crowning the new kings and queens of cool sports.

The IOC represents big business and big politics in the world of sport. The Olympic brand, the 5 rings, is among the most recognizable brands on earth.

Seeing a chink in the armor of this 100+ year old institution, namely a weakness in being relevant to younger audiences which is key for sustainability, is not taken lightly.

Snowboarding has played a very important role in setting precedent and a pathway for keeping the Olympic flame burning brightly in the future. The introduction of Snowboarding into the 1998 Games in Nagano and more recently adding Snowboard Cross to the 2006 Torino Olympics had a very important impact on how the IOC looks at the sport programmes of the future.

Snowboarding, quickly and decisively, added youth appeal to the Winter Olympics. Taking note, the IOC took a very bold step towards the Games in Vancouver by adding Ski Cross (also known as Skiercross) as the only new event in 2010, setting off a firestorm at the rejection of Ladies Ski Jumping and frustrating many in the Alpine skiing world with a proposed Alpine Team event also missing the boat. What this meant most importantly is that old traditions cannot stand on tradition any longer and all sports need to consider what they are doing to engage young people.

The FIS Freestyle Committee of which I have been Chairman since 2000, has also taken bold steps in this direction. It is important to understand that the FIS has a very strong Alpine-centric structure so, as a comparatively small discipline, Freestyle is not heavily scrutinized, unless the discipline fails to make progress along the way. Leading up to 2000, the FIS Council believed that Freestyle was stagnating by having become too complex and not very ‘free’.

The Council, I believe wisely, told the Freestyle Committee that it was ‘time to modernize’. So, the committee set out on a path of change 10 years ago that stirred the foundation of the sport and led to a re-evaluation of what ‘Freestyle’ should look like.

A first step was to suspend the Ballet (a.k.a.

‘Acro’) event due to its declining popularity and to make changes to Moguls and Aerials to make these more appealing and marketable. Not all of these changes came easily and it took the enthusiastic response to Johnny Mosley’s controversial jump called ‘Dinner Roll’ at the Salt Lake Olympics to get many around the Freestyle table to throw a little caution to the wind and allow ‘new school’ or freeski-style jumps into the rules.

Another step in our effort to modernize was to recognize the growing popularity of two events Halfpipe and Skiercross (Ski Cross being the FIS terminology) - and bring them under the FIS Freestyle structure.

Our committee decided that the future of Freestyle depended on embracing new trends in the sport. Comprised of representatives from 12 nations, the committee voted to embark on the process of formally adding these new events to our discipline. Once approved, the first step was to establish the Ski Cross World Cup and the first event was held in December of 2002 in Tignes,

France. From there our committee maintained a committed course of politics and promotion that contributed to a FIS Congress vote to include Ski Cross on the list that the FIS would propose as new Olympic events. All of this ultimately leading to the Ski Cross decision by the IOC in 2006. Ski Cross was a hit of the Vancouver Games. Cypress mountain which hosted all of the Freestyle and Snowboard events rocked!

Now, only months after the Vancouver Games it looks like there could be an Olympic future for Freestyle Halfpipe and Slopestyle. The interesting thing about Slopestyle is that it has yet to be widely organized under the FIS structure. However, because the FIS has been forward looking, in a quickly orchestrated move by the FIS leadership, Slopestyle—both ski and snowboard—will be introduced at the respective FIS Freestyle and Snowboard World Championships this season.

These events will be scrutinized by the IOC programme people with the prospect of a decision in the spring to add these to the 2014 Olympics. Wow, how times change – quickly.

The good thing about all of this is that despite being called, “old and boring”, the FIS and IOC are not asleep and the collective brain-trust knows what sells.

So, the seemingly myopic and unmovable institutions that are often maligned by the youth culture that they are now trying to embrace has found a way to break

tradition and political log-jams, to step forward and loosen their ties. There will be the usual outcries of freedom being stifled and sports being corporatized but is that a bad thing? History suggests that once the angry athletes get a taste of the potential of the ‘rings’, they soften their stance and never look back.

On a digressive point, I will also say that what the FIS brings to these new events are levels of standardization and safety that are truly in the best interest of the athletes and their well being. This is often hard for those who believe they are invincible to understand but looking at the staggering number of injuries in some action sports should make people think about this. This isn’t to say that the FIS stream is injury free, far from it. But the checks and balances are there to mitigate and keep striving for a higher safety standard.

So, I’m sure you’re not any clearer on how the world of competitive skiing works. It’s really enough to make your head spin. However, the FIS and IOC, as boring as they are, have started to show some youthful willingness to change.

My guess is that snowsports athletes for generations to come will still look to the 5 rings to show the world that they can go higher, faster, stronger! |E|

Chris Robinson is Chairman of the FIS Freestyle Skiing Committee, President of the Canadian Snowsports Association and a Member of the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame

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ON SNOW | freestyle skiing ontario

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TEXT | CARA WILLIAMS PHOTOS | LAWRIE BADGER

FREESTYLE Skiing Ontario was founded in 1986 as a not-for-profit Provincial Sport Organization with the sole focus of developing freestyle skiing in Ontario. FSO is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and employs an Executive Director, Technical Director, part time Event Coordinators, and Coaches for the Provincial Moguls and Park and Pipe teams.

FSO Mission Statement: "To aid in the growth and development of all aspects of the sport of Freestyle Skiing, with emphasis on safety, fair play and excellence at all levels, in a fun and healthy, athlete-centered environment, with no barriers to participation."

Registration for most FSO Events is open to any and all competitors but athletes must be members to compete.

Schedule is subject to change. To register for events and membership, log onto www.ontariofreestyle.com Park and Pipe - This discipline allows the freedom of expression of the “Freeride” movement and Newschoolers philosophy. It includes events in Half Pipe, Big Air (Table Top jumps) and Slopestyle which is a competition held in a terrain park where competitors ski through a series of jumps and rails. Each competitor is judged on style and most impressive aerial maneuvers.

Arguably, the most popular ski slopestyle event is the Winter X Games. Event Dates are subject to change.

A relative newcomer to the Olympic Winter Games program, freestyle moguls became an Olympic medal discipline in 1992, at the Games in Albertville, France.

Jan 15-16 | Horseshoe Resort | Tournament SS, HP, BA Feb 5-6 | Mount St. Louis Moonstone | Tournament SS, HP Feb 18 (night) | Horseshoe Resort | HP with AOS Feb 19 | Chicopee Ski Club | Tournament Ss Feb 19-20 | Camp Fortune | Ontario Provincial Championships Ba March 15-18 | Beaver Valley Ski Club | Canadian Series Finals Ss Moguls - includes singles and dual mogul events. Event Dates are subject to change, check the website.

Jan 15-16 | Horseshoe Resort | Tournament MO, DM Feb 5-6 | Mount St. Louis Moonstone | Tournament MO Feb 19-20 | Camp Fortune | Ontario Provincial Championships MO, DM Mar 15-18 | Beaver Valley Ski Club | Canada Post Mogul Cup /Canadian Series Finals MO, DM

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Jan 9 | Sir Sam's | Tournament Ski Cross Race Jan 29 | Alpine Ski Club | Ski Cross Clinic Jan 30 | Alpine Ski Club | Tournament Ski Cross Race Feb 5 | Chicopee Ski Club | Tournament Ski Cross Race Feb 11| Craigleith Ski Club | Ski Cross Clinic Feb 12 | Craigleith Ski Club | Tournament Ski Cross Race Feb 11| Blue Mountain | Ski Cross World Cup Feb 13 | NorAm/Open Ski Cross Feb 19-20 | Camp Fortune | Tournament Ski Cross Race March 11 | Mount St. Louis Moonstone | Ski Cross Clinic March 12 | Tournament Ski Cross Race March 15 | Beaver Valley Ski Club | Ontario Ski Cross Provincial Championships

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ON SNOW | snowboarding

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PHOTOS | AOS ARCHIVES

AOS, The Association of Ontario Snowboarders was incorporated in 1998 to function as the Sport Governing Body for snowboarding in Ontario. The AOS sanctions, monitors and assists all competitive snowboarding programs in the province and offers beginner events under the RBC Riders Series, a point Series and provincial championships in all 4 disciplines. You must be a member to compete.

The mission of the AOS is to govern the sport of competitive snowboarding in Ontario through the development of snowboard athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers from the grassroots level to the elite level of competition.

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Slopestyle events have one snowboarder at a time perform a routine of jumps, twists and tricks through a snowboard terrain park. Features in the park may include jumps, rails, and boxes.

Sun. Jan. 16 Beaver Valley - Ranking Sun. Feb 20 - Craigleith - Ranking Sat. Mar 5 - Mount St Louis - Provincial Championships

Snowboard Cross (SBX) - In Snowboard Cross, each rider can have up to two qualifying runs. The fastest athletes progress to final rounds where four racers start in a pack, racing against each other at the same time on a course over rolling terrain and a series of jumps and berms. The fastest two racers from each heat move on to the next round.

Sun. Jan. 23 - Beaver Valley - Ranking Sun. Jan. 29 - Searchmont - Ranking Sun. Feb 13 - Craigleith - Ranking Sat. Mar 5 - Mount St Louis - Provincial Championships Sun. Mar 6 - Mount St Louis - FIS SBX Alpine Racing - The most popular snowboard race is the Parallel Giant Slalom, where two snowboarders race head-to-head down a course, turning through a series of gates. The fastest goes on to the next round. The top finishers compete in a total of nine runs.

Sat. Feb. 5 - Beaver Valley - Ranking PSL Sun. Feb. 6 - Brimacombe - Ranking GS Sat. Feb 26 - Mansfield - Ranking PGS Fri. Mar 4 - Mount St Louis - FIS PGS Sat. Mar 5 - Mount St Louis - Provincial Championships

COACHING - The Canadian Snowboard Coaching Program is a national initiative that has been created in conjunction with the National Coach Certification Program (NCCP) and is based on Canada Snowboard’s Long Term Athlete Development Model. Courses are founded on the concept of learning by doing, and introduces the tools needed to provide the highest quality of instruction to athletes at all levels of competitive snowboarding.

OFFICIALS - The Officials Training Program is meant to help all individuals who volunteer time and expertise to snowboarding events and competitions in Canada, with a greater understanding of the role they will assume during a competition and to introduce them to the rules of snowboard competition, the International Rules of Competition (IRC) of the Fédération International de Ski (FIS). |E| for more information www.ontariosnowboarders.ca or contact Christy Deere aosadmin@ontariosnowboarders.ca 705.446.1488

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ON SNOW | racing

SKI Racing AOA TEXT | KRISTIN ELLIS

ALPINE SKIERS LOOK SOUTH FOR RACING & ACADEMICS OR… SKI RACING & SCHOOL – IT CAN BE DONE!

Alpine Ski Racing is considered to be a late developing sport, athletes tend to peak in their late 20’s or even 30’s.

Knowing this many athletes, including approximately 20 alumni from Alpine Ontario clubs, are currently enrolled in US Universities while racing on the NCAA circuit.

Some are receiving funding to do so, and others are simply pursuing the best US Universities using ski racing as a method to get accepted.

EMMA KITCHEN

Curtis Lush and Emma Kitchen, both from Collingwood, are two such athletes who moved south this fall. Lush is on a partial scholarship taking Engineering at the University of New Hampshire (UNH); Kitchen is on a skiing scholarship only, enrolled in Liberal Arts at Middlebury College in Vermont.

Alpine Ontario President Nancy Esson explains the appeal of the NCAA circuit to Canadian skiers. “The criteria to make the Canadian Alpine Ski Team (CAST) are incredibly difficult and it is aimed at kids ages 17-19 who are also considering their education options. Going south offers a very competitive racing circuit and a degree from some of the best schools in North America.”

Curtis Lush grew up skiing at the Toronto Ski Club and graduated from the Pretty River Academy in 2009. He skied on the Ontario Team with Alpine Ontario for three years before joining a private US based team two years ago. While accepted to college for 2009 he deferred for a season and dedicated his efforts on skiing - hoping to ‘make it.’

Lush has been unlucky with injury; last season he suffered a back and knee injury resulting in ACL surgery last March. This undoubtedly set him back and ruled out any chances of moving to the Canadian Alpine Development Team. Last week Lush returned to snow in Colorado for the first time after months of rehab in both Collingwood and New Hampshire.

“My injuries forced me to think about more than just skiing but they also made me more determined than ever. I will have my degree when I am 23 years old (4 years from now) and if I stay focused on skiing, perhaps then I can make the National Ski Team. This is not a giving up like some people will claim it is – this is me doing two things at once – pursuing my dream of skiing for Canada and getting an education.”

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Emma Kitchen tells a much different story than Lush – she is someone who clearly realizes a life on the Canadian Ski Team is not for her.

“Early on in my years with Alpine Ontario and the Ontario Ski Team I had a dream that I would ski for Canada – we all have that dream when we make the Ontario Ski Team. But as I got older I realized that getting accepted into a good US College was my path. I wanted academics to play a bigger role in my life.”

Emma graduated from Vaughan Road Academy with a 95% average and even applied to the very prestigious Cambridge University in England. “I was selected for an interview with Cambridge which in itself is a huge feat. They were very curious about the commitment and structure demanded by the Ontario Ski Team and wondered and how I made it all work.”

In the end Kitchen decided to continue racing and ended up being accepted to Middlebury College, situated in Vermont. Considered a ‘Little Ivy’ school, Middlebury is consistently ranked #2 in the country with a focus on wellrounded academics and athletics. Kitchen describes the atmosphere as focused, involved and tough. “I thought I was well prepared but I’m not so sure right now. Everyone here is extremely involved and focused – it is an entire school full of people who very much know what they want to do.”

For Kitchen this seems like a good fit. She is eyeing an international business program in Prague that partners with Middlebury and, after this, a chance to intern with one of the big US firms who all come to Middlebury to recruit senior business students.”

Nancy Esson concludes, “The funny thing about our skiers is how accomplished they are in school. One would think all this skiing would impede their academic success but to the contrary the ability to focus on the hill translates over to their studies. Funnily enough ski racing might just be the very reason so many are getting accepted into such prestigious academic programs.” |E|

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FEATURE | Kilichicks

Kilichicks at the Summit of Mount Kilimanjaro L-R: Anne Tillman-Graham, Norma Straub, Pam Robson, Leanne Gigone

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I've known Leanne Gigone for several years and have always admired her sense of fun, love of life, devotion to family and her willingness to take risks. When she told me in the Summer of 2009 about her plan to climb Kilimanjaro with her three best friends, Pam Robson, Anne Tillman-Graham and Norma Straub, I wasn't surprised - but I did wonder why?

When I sat down this past September to chat with these four energetic and accomplished women, and hear about their adventure, "Why?" was my first and most obvious question.

Pam Robson, an extremely fit, mother of four became intrigued after seeing a video on Kilimanjaro back in the late 90's - "I loved the idea of summiting - it appealed to my wish for an intense physical yet spiritual challenge." Her friendship with Anne TillmanGraham began around the same time and they learned they shared the same dream. Through the years, the two kept a constant dialogue running about the climb that always began, "One dayâ&#x20AC;Ś" In the interim, Pam gave birth to her four boys and Anne, a Sales & Marketing executive in luxury cosmetics started running marathons. "I used these physical challenges as a way of keeping myself grounded." Her first marathon was in 1994 (the same year as Oprah's) and she has since completed 20 marathons and 4 Ironmans. Definitely disciplined, Anne knew her window for attempting Kilimanjaro was growing smaller after she turned 50. "C'mon Pam," she said "I'm running out of time - let's go."

Leanne Gigone and Norma Straub became serious after a "Bucket List" party - turns out all four friends had "Summit a Mountain" on the top 5 things they most wanted to do. Leanne is the mother of four girls - climbing a mountain in Africa seemed like a far-off idea but her decision was spurred by the loss of her father, "To bring him up the mountain spiritually with me seemed like a perfect tribute to this wonderful man and an ideal use for the inheritance he left me." (During the climb, Leanne wore her Dad's Tilley hat with his photo attached).

Norma Straub, Director Fixed Income Sales & Trading with HSBC Securities, had never really talked about her Mountain climbing aspirations before the Bucket List party. She'd seriously considered attempting Everest but was deterred by the dangers involved, "I was ready to accept the challenge of a major climb but not the idea of ropes and pulleys. When I learned that Kilimanjaro would allow me to keep my feet on the ground, I was in".

Kilimanjaro is fondly referred to as "everyman's Everest". Norma's father was seriously ill at the time and Leanne's Tilly Hat idea struck a cord, so her Dad's lid went along too.

Leanne and Pam on their first day - thru the tropical rainforest.. they look pretty happy here...

Kilimanjaro is not just a physical challenge, it is also a financial one. "We know we're privileged in that we can afford to do this," states Pam very sincerely, "But," she adds, "we wanted to expand our experience to more than just being about us - we wanted to find a way to give back somehow." That search led to Live Out Loud Adventures and Alison Wiley, a Stanford University graduate with an MBA from the University of Toronto, a world-class athlete and LOLA personal fitness trainer. Alison is also president of Friends of Amani Canada, a charitable organization that supports the efforts of the Amani Children's Home in Moshi, Tanzania which is dedicated to the protection of Tanzaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most vulnerable population: street children and AIDS orphans and provides a nurturing place for homeless children to heal, grow and learn.

The four women focused all their energies toward this fundraising initiative.

Friends, families, colleagues and complete strangers rallied. "I approached contacts in the financial world I work in," says Norma, "and was demanding in my pitch. I knew we could do something really big - truly make an impact."

Pam and Leanne got their kids involved and two schools raised $1800 and $2300 for the cause. Collectively their entire climbing group raised almost $70,000 for the charity. And the giving still continues. *

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FEATURE | Kilichicks

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But we had much to

compensate us for all

we had to give up. The

charm of the mountain scenery, the clear, crisp atmosphere, the tonic of a labour we delight in and the consciousness now and again of success achieved, all went far to make our fortnight’s arduous toil a happy sequence of red-letter days.” ~Hans Meyer, the first man to reach the summit of Kilimanjaro; quoted

from his book ‘Across East African Glaciers’

Training for this venture began in earnest in the early fall of 1999. In September, there was an initial gathering of the entire team —12 women in total, who would be climbing together on this Live Out Loud Adventures trek. Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania stands at 19,340 feet (5895 m) and is Africa's tallest mountain. The attraction of hiking up Mount Kilimanjaro is that it's not a technical climb so no equipment such as oxygen and ropes are necessary—but it's no walk in the park—trekkers make their way through 5 climatic zones before reaching the summit. Weather changes from moment to moment and the high altitude wreaks havoc on the body and mind. The biggest challenge and danger is the high altitude. Climbers die from improper acclimatization and altitude sickness rather than falls. When talking about the importance of the Team, LOLA states, "One of the realizations you will have when you summit the mountain is that you did it as a TEAM. No one summits alone — your power and strength is in numbers. We foster that team camaraderie from the beginning with team gatherings where you meet and greet climbers "old" and "new," review gear, and simulate night ascents.

By the time you set foot on the mountain, you've developed a confidence, acquired a set of skills, and are comfortable within your team." To that end, each climber's physical fitness was assessed 3 months prior and each was given a customized program that, over the course of 3 months, prepared the climber both physically and mentally for the rigours of the mountain. The goal of the fitness program is to ensure that every climber is physically and mentally ready to climb the mountain, prepared for the discomforts of "thin" air, and strong enough to walk 6 to 8 hours a day.

So, even though fitness is a daily component in the lives of these four women, they each "stepped it up several notches." Norma had to delay her training slightly due to an emergency hysterectomy in October but within four weeks joined the other women who were already hiking hills everywhere — repetitive climbs up and down Georgian Peaks carrying 20 pound packs, became a regular occurrence on weekends and all through Christmas break.

The group departed Toronto January 24, 2010 - getting to their starting point took 24 hours. Their climb up Kilimanjaro was a 7-day, 36-mile walk on the MachameMweka route. This scenic route took them through four different ecosystems: rainforest, heath, moorland, and glacier. The first day was spent acclimatizing and preparing.

The next day was a 3 - 4 hour walk through the rainforest up to 9, 000 ft. Fortunately, they were blessed with beautiful weather for the first three days but by day 3 the altitude began to make itself felt especially for Anne, cautioning everyone to tread slowly and enjoy the panoramic views.

The team walked with different partners most days, bonding, getting to know each other and sharing their reasons for being there. Anne recalls, "For the first five days none of us felt hungry - we had to be reminded to take in fuel." and Norma adds, "The actual climbing wasn't hard for any of us but the headaches and nausea were absolutely fatiguing — sleeping wasn't easy and the severely cold night temperatures didn't help even though we were housed in modern, reasonably comfortable mountain tents.

Unarguably the toughest, steepest and most demanding part of the trek is the final route up to the summit. "It was really important to rest in the afternoon on Day 5, and because of excitement or nervousness some of the other team members just wouldn't stop talking," says Leanne, "but we had to begin our final push to the top at 11 pm in totally pitch black darkness." There was a major concern whether Anne would be able to continue - altitude sickness had really affected her - fortunately, with tremendous encouragement from her teammates and assistance from the Sherpa Guides, she was able to fight through it.

"Thinking back on it now, we can laugh," smiles Anne, "but I was so oxygen deprived I don't have any recollection of it at all." In their photo taken at the summit, Anne is clearly being physically supported by the rest.

"You'd swear she was drunk," adds Pam. *

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FEATURE | Kilichicks Getting to the summit takes over 8 hours and begins with treacherous scrambling straight up, over sharp, jagged rocks. "I was surprised by how deep I had to dig!" Leanne states, "I've never had a headache like that and breathing was almost impossible. At times I was hallucinating - waving the flies away from my face." (There were no flies) and Norma interjects, "It felt like an enormous weight was lying on my chest, but we were trained to concentrate on stepping and breathing, step/breathe, step/breathe." All the women credit their guides with helping them. "They were just the best." smiles Pam, who was the only one who didn't suffer any negative effects from the altitude.

"The guides kept us focused on drinking and eating when we could."

"At 6:30 in the morning they stopped us and turned us all to face Kenya and we could see the hot pink sun coming up over the mountain range. And they told us if you're seeing the sun rise here, you will summit. Even if we have to carry you, you will make it to the summit." recalls Leanne.

"It was very, very emotional." The team, nicknamed "BGE - Best Group Ever" by the guides, was the first in 17 years to get an entire group to the summit. 12 tenacious women who gathered inspiration from each other.

Getting down took another few hours over difficult and dangerous terrain. "We were cold, tired, dirty from head to toe and exhausted — but elated — and finally ready for sleep,"each agrees.

Each woman came away with her own set of "best things" about the experience. For Pam, it was the overwhelming kindness and generosity of her supportive husband who took over with their four young boys back home. Then it was the incredible camaraderie of the group, "So dynamic, sharing a common goal and teamwork." It was amazing to her that there was no tension at all.

Rocks, glaciers, sunrise on

Leanne, has been most moved by the reaction of her own girls. "It's been the formation of a life-long lesson for them - learning how rewarding it is to share and set goals." She has also encouraged her daughters to consider volunteering at Amani or a similar organization.

Norma is awed by the fact that what she did has made a positive difference to the lives of the children at Amani Children's Home in Tanzania. "I wish I'd been harder on some of the people who donated." she smiles slyly. She is also pleased that her dad was proud of her. Sadly, he passed away just two weeks after she returned home.

Anne remembers what they overcame. "It was rewarding to me how well the group was able to 'suck-it up' — peeing outside, camping in tents on a mountain side - unwashed hair - it didn't matter - we did it." Then she muses, "It takes a while for it to register that you've done it. Every time we relive it there's more we remember.”

All four are overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support and encouragement given to them by their husbands throughout the whole process. “It wasn’t easy for them but they were there for us and never waivered!”

I drove home from my two hour sit-down with these women completely elated by the telling of their story and in love with each of them. Their sincerity, humility, joy, compassion and resolve is infectious. Their complete and utterly honest friendship is spellbinding. These are strong, fascinating women and I'm honoured to know them.

(See the Kilichicks ‘all dressed up’ in our Fashion pages!)

If you're contemplating this trek consider these common sense "insider tips" from the Kilichicks: Bring: a hot water bottle, baby wipes, chewable PeptoBismal, saltine crackers, ipod, something funny, light and easy to read, a large supply of feminine products (women only of course), children's Tylenol Remember: Pace yourself; you will hear the Swahili phrase "pole pole" (polay, polay) - slowly slowly, heed it well and drink lots of water, about 4-5 liters a day. |E|

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FEATURE | Canada’s Best Resorts IFthis is your first encounter with the town of Fernie, British Columbia, prepare to fall in love. The dramatic Canadian Rocky Mountains completely encircle this small, charismatic town and stellar ski destination. Rich in history and legend, Fernie has evolved into a year round mountain vacation destination attracting sightseers and adventure goers from around the world.

Fernie is known primarily as a skiing hotspot, thanks to the wealth of terrain and hefty snowfalls, boasting iconic destinations such as Fernie Alpine Resort, Island Lake Lodge Catskiing and Fernie Wilderness Adventures Powder Catskiing. Over the past 10 years though, Fernie has become even more with the growth of the resort, lodging development and activities such as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, visits to the spa, shopping, dining and various other recreational options.

Fernie is one of the few places where legendary skiing meets down-to-earth mountain culture, and you can experience firsthand why Fernie’s stellar reputation is as real as the people who live there. Why even Rolling Stone Magazine rated Fernie as “The coolest town in North America.”

Fernie Fast Facts: ➢ Located in south-eastern British Columbia, Canada ➢ Population 5,126 ➢ Average temperature in summer +22 C / 72 F ➢ Average temperature in winter – 4 C / 39 F ➢ Town elevation: 3314 ft / 1010 m ➢ Resort base elevation: 3500 ft / 1068 ft ➢ Resort summit elevation: 6316 ft / 1925 m ➢ Distance from town to Fernie Resort 7 km / 4 miles Fernie Highlights: ➢ Regularly declared one of the top ski resorts in North America, worldrenowned Fernie Alpine Resort boasts over 2500 skiable acres, over 2800 vertical feet, 113 runs and an average annual snowfall of 9 metres/29 feet.

From the family-friendly terrain of Lizard Bowl to the steep and deep slopes of Snake Ridge, Fernie Alpine Resort has five incredible alpine bowls showcasing the stunning scenery of the Rockies. Meander down long, smooth groomers or discover big mountain skiing as it’s meant to be. ➢ For the cross-country skier, you’ll find 14 kilometres of regularly groomed and track set trails at the Resort and in and around Fernie. The Fernie Nordic Society maintains over 20 kilometres (12.4 miles) of trails. Alternatively, combine the spectacular scenery of the Lizard Range with guided cross-country skiing and a gourmet lunch at Island Lake Lodge.

➢ Yearn to harness your pioneering spirit? Experience the thrill of sledding through the snow-dusted pine and fir trees with your team of dogs. Fernie Dogsledding offers dogsled packages that range from one-hour to half-day or full-day trips. You can even pilot your own sled! ➢ Fernie is a snowmobiler’s paradise, especially for families. With a vast expanse of groomed and open trails to explore on your own or as part of a guided tour with Prestige Snowmobile Tours. ➢ Fernie very much deserves its mantle as one of the world’s most recognized catskiing and catboarding destinations. Guided trips for all levels of experience are available through Fernie Wilderness Adventures and Island Lake Lodge from single day to multi-day tours and packages. ➢ A massive network of summer mountain biking trails on both sides of the valley makes for exceptional snowshoeing paths during the colder months.

Island Lake Lodge provides guided tours that take in the old growth forest and majestic views around the lake followed by a gourmet lunch. ➢ Fernie Ghostriders may not mean much to you, but upon a visit to Fernie you’ll find yourself immersed in the game of hockey this local team represents with fierce passion. ➢ Fernie enjoys vibrant arts and culture, a rich history & humming nightlife.

Events, exhibits, live music, performances, workshops and showings give this small town a buzz of liveliness and local flair. ➢ For those vacation moments when shopping and pampering oneself takes over, Fernie can fill your day without a hitch. Fernie’s historic downtown and local area offers unique shopping opportunities, cozy cafes for sipping tea and coffee and dining options from casual to fine. Then visit one of the many local spas, such as Oasis Spa, Lizard Creek or even Island Lake Lodge.

If your looking for family fun and wellness head to the Aquatic Centre. ➢ If you consider yourself a bit of a beer connoisseur, be sure to take a guided tour at Fernie Brewing Company (FBC), one of the fastest growing microbreweries in Western Canada. Enjoy a tasting of their fine beers, including What the Huck and Ol’ Willy Wit. Getting to Fernie - Fly direct from Toronto, Ottawa, or Montreal to Calgary International Airport. From there you can take a connecting 45 minute flight to the Canadian Rockies International Airport and either hire a car or shuttle to drive you the scenic one hour drive to Fernie. You can also rent a car at the Calgary Airport or book a seat on a shuttle for a 3 hour drive to Fernie. While in Fernie a local ski shuttle operates throughout the day and evening between the Resort and town.

Fernie offers stunning scenery, a massive annual average snowfall and endless catskiing terrain.

Vacation Information, Packages & How to Book Tourism Fernie - www.tourismfernie.com / 1-877-933-7643 Skican Tour Operator – www.skican.com / 1-888-475-4226 Merit Travel – www.merit.ca / 1-866-696-8591 Voyages Gendron – www.voyagesgendron.com / 1-800-561-8747

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Big White &

SilverStar Home of Okanagan Champagne Powder Photo: Big White Ski Resort, BC, Canada / Susan Wright

We have the same discussion every year when we’re planning our annual winter holiday - “Where can we go to spend time together with the kids, have fun, and enjoy our favorite winter sports—skiing and snowboarding—in a family friendly environment without breaking the bank?

Although we always research endless resorts throughout North America, the final decision has been the same for the past five years – Big White and SilverStar Resorts in ‘super natural’ British Columbia. Easy and always fabulous!

When we told our six year old son our winter family holiday plans, he immediately ran downstairs, turned on the WII Ski and Snowboard game and said, “Sounds great! Now I really need to play this snowboarding game!” Our eight year old daughter was equally excited and asked if the friends she made in the kid’s Ski School would be there again this year. We knew right away this was the right choice for our family and began making the arrangements.

Booking the flight was easy – Central Reservations got us on one of WestJet’s daily, non-stop flights from Toronto direct to Kelowna and the price was reasonable. We had prearranged to spend half the holiday at Big White and the other half at Silver Star, which are only a two hour shuttle bus ride apart. Upon landing in Kelowna, the resort’s shuttle bus whisked us up to Big White in about an hour and drove us right to our ski-in/ski-out slope-side condo which had all the comforts of home including a full kitchen, where we cooked our breakfast, some lunches, and snacks. It also included a wonderful hot tub on the balcony overlooking the gorgeous Monashee Mountain range.

Big White village is truly awesome – loads of shops, a grocery store, liquor store, and twenty plus family friendly restaurants to suit all budgets. One night we actually got a babysitter and went out for dinner and a special ‘gun barrel’ drink, another night we ordered a pizza to our room.

BOOK ONLINE: www.bigwhitesilverstar.com BIG WHITE: www.bigwhite.com 1 800 663 2772 or by email at cenres@bigwhite.com SILVERSTAR: www.skisilverstar.com 1-800-663-4431 or by email at info@skisilverstar.com.

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Undeniably the best part about Big White is the snow— Mother Nature’s finest! They don’t have to make snow – they’re blessed with a huge mountain of beautiful, dry, fluffy snow that they call, “champagne powder”. While they groom many runs, they also leave a lot of them au’ natural for the ‘Powder Hounds’ and the amount of explorable terrain is breathtaking.

Dropping into the trees and playing in the glades is incredible and offers the experienced skier or snowboarder some unique challenges while the wide open runs range in ability levels from beginners to Olympians.

One of the many great features of Big White is that the resort caters to families. Not only do they offer endless activities specifically for kids such as tubing, skating, movie nights and carnival nights, but they have the best Kids Centre around with qualified ECE teachers for the little ones and enthusiastic ski and snowboard instructors for the big kids.

Our kids like it so much that we drop them off at the Kids Centre each day at 8:30am and pick them up about 4:00pm. This way everyone has a great day.

SilverStar is only a two hour shuttle bus ride from Big White and offers an equally fabulous family holiday in every category from their restaurants and shops to their Kids Centre, ski-in/ski-out slope side accommodations and their winter wonderland village. SilverStar village is quant, charming and colourful. The various buildings are painted vibrant colours which creates a magical atmosphere to match the beautiful scenery of the mountain.

Similar to Big White, SilverStar has 100% natural snow and a variety of excellent terrain spanning thousands of acres, offering runs for every level to enjoy – groomed, trails, moguls, powder and more. The backside of Silver Star deserves a special mention — it’s steep and deep and fun to play in — especially the Putnam Creek area. The ski-in and ski-out accommodations are extremely convenient too, especially for kids. Most accommodations include access to a hot tub and all include an outstanding view!

I just can’t say enough great things about both Big White and SilverStar Ski and Snowboard Resorts - some of our fondest holiday memories will always be watching our kids on the runs, taking a big jump, or seeing their faces light up when they win a prize at carnival night. What really makes these resorts top notch however is not just the countless amenities they offer, but it’s also the people you get to know while you’re there - the staff, business owners and other guests are genuinely amazing!

Thanks Big White and SilverStar for all the family fun - can’t wait to get out there again!! ~ Joanie Cameron

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Ski Canada’s Protected Playground

Banff National Park

This is a special place where there are more mountains than million-dollar condos. Where real people get treated like celebrities and celebrities get treated like real people.

What makes this possible? Quite simply, because the three ski resorts and two mountain towns are set in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Banff National Park.

And that's what makes this Canada's Protected Playground. You’ll enjoy the driest, lightest snow, terrain to suit every desire – from gentle groomed runs to some of the world's most extreme in-bounds challenges – and amenities perfect for your taste and budget.

It's rare to find ski resorts in the middle of wilderness, but there are three of them here!

Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village work hard to look after the stunning environment, and look after you.

With almost 8,000 acres of skiable terrain, a tri-area lift ticket, award-winning ski school and full-service booking facilities, you can easily build the perfect ski vacation.

When you get here, the lack of lift lines means your vacation is spent skiing, not waiting. The unique inland location guarantees the dry, light snow that this region is famous for – and plenty of it. And with one of the longest ski seasons in North America, there's plenty of time to enjoy the majestic peaks, remote woodlands, roaming wildlife and fantastic snow.

Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. This season the resort is celebrating its 85th anniversary.

With a long legacy of outstanding skiing, the resort continues to be the locals’ gem. Famous as the training ground of Olympic and World Cup athletes, and with excellent beginner terrain, everyone will love this small, family-friendly resort.

Just minutes from the Town of Banff, Mt. Norquay offers the only night skiing in Banff-Lake Louise, including a fully lit terrain park, a four-lane Tubing park and expert snowmaking on 85% of terrain. Plus the birthday celebrations mean a wealth of fun events, all season long. This is the best-kept secret in the Canadian Rockies!

A scenic 45 minute drive west of Mt. Norquay is The Lake Louise Ski Area, the giant of Canadian skiing!

With over 4,200 acres of terrain spread across four mountain faces, Lake Louise offers unparalleled skiing and riding just minutes from the village of Lake Louise.

The exceptional layout allows families and groups of all abilities to ski together with beginner, intermediate and expert runs from every chair.

There’s even more chance for adventure this season, with a new skiercross circuit open to anyone who wants to give it a try.

When visiting Lake Louise, be sure to take your camera! The spectacular views of mountains, glaciers, lakes and forests are truly unique.

Between these two resorts sits Sunshine Village – Canada’s highest elevated resort offering great, guaranteed snow conditions from December to May. Sunshine is proud to have an average annual snowfall of over 30 feet, on over 3,300 acres of terrain.

Here you can enjoy the novel opportunity to ski in both the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia on the same run!

This is where you’ll find Banff-Lake Louise’s only ski-in, ski-out accommodation, the newly renovated Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Following a multimillion dollar wing replacement, the Lodge opened 30 luxurious new rooms last season. The developments continue with a completely renovated base area for 2010-11.

When the lifts finally close, relax in one of Banff National Park's two communities. Banff and Lake Louise have been welcoming visitors for more than a century, and they're very good at it! Banff is home to designer shops and boutiques, a bustling nightlife, museums, cultural activities, extensive dining and luxurious spas. And of course, the townsfolk share this home with elk, deer, wolves, bears, sheep and many other wildlife.

Yet only minutes away from all the action, you’ll lose yourself in the tranquility of the forest along the banks of the Bow River.

Romantic and relaxing, the pace in Lake Louise attracts those who want to savour the finer things in life; a good book in front of a fireplace, the stillness of the outdoors, or a quiet walk after dinner.

Not only have international royalty, Hollywood stars and heads of state come to Lake Louise to relax, but increasingly the rest of the world is discovering its simple charms as well.

Both communities offer transportation to and from the ski areas, included with a tri-area lift ticket.

Whether you choose Banff or Lake Louise, the surrounding mountain peaks and the sight of grazing wildlife roaming the streets will remind you that you’re standing inside Canada's Protected Playground, Banff National Park.

For convenient, full-service information and bookings please call our Banff-based reservations team on 1-866-864-0769 or visit www.SkiBig3.com/esc

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Sun Peaks Resort SEEING IS BELIEVING

PHOTOS | ADAM STEIN

In the landscape of Canadian ski destinations, there’s a resort in the centre of

British Columbia that still remains one of the few ‘hidden gem’ ski experiences within our country.

Imagine skiing almost a kilometre of vertical and encountering only a very few happy souls on the way down. Then imagine sliding right up to a chairlift.

Imagine the driest, lightest snow around, getting a stellar goggle tan, and then relaxing in a European-inspired village, right at the base of the lifts. Well, image no more… all this exists at Sun Peaks Resort, just 45 minutes north of Kamloops, British Columbia.

Unbeknownst to most, Sun Peaks actually has some of the most expansive skiing in Canada with 3,678 acres across three mountains. In terms of sheer terrain offered in British Columbia, the resort is second only to renowned Whistler Blackcomb and third largest in the country. Is it any wonder then, why locals cherish these mountains and why the resort has become BC’s newest resort municipality? The resort has evolved into a year round community of devote residents who now call the resort home. Sun Peaks has an envious position of enjoying impressive ‘word of mouth’ and extremely loyal guests who become self-proclaimed resort spokespeople. And surprisingly, many Ontario folks head westward and station themselves at Sun Peaks for the entire winter season.

Find out more and book your vacation online at: sunpeaksresort.com

One of the most favorite and lasting impressions a guest will tell you about if you ask them the question: “What did you think of Sun Peaks?”, is almost always answered by, “ The charming, oh-so-friendly and convenient Euro-style village community.” — which is literally surrounded by the three mountains. This charming village hosts a diverse array of pubs, restaurants and boutique shops - over 35 in fact - and there’s a magical sense of that ‘winter wonderland’ atmosphere lingering in the air. The village was named, “Canada’s Best Ski-in Ski-out Village” in 2009 by Ski Canada Magazine, proving that even a hidden gem sometimes leaks its secrets.

While exuding a sense of sophistication and charm, the resort also completely caters to families, offering easy convenience for not only every aspect of skiing, but also an abundance of non-ski activities like dog sledding and snowshoe tours, a skating rink, tube park and so much more. For a truly unique experience, consider aligning a ski holiday with the annual Winter Festival of Wine that takes place every year in January, this year from the 15 - 23. The village hosts dozens of wineries from the award-winning Okanagan Wine Country region of BC and guests can partake in a variety of events, such as seminars, Winemasters’ Dinners, parties and the flagship event, the Progressive Tasting.

Sun Peaks Resort is easily accessible from Ontario— from Pearson International, fly direct to Kelowna airport, followed by a straightforward two hour drive north. Or, if you prefer a shorter land transfer, fly to Kamloops via Calgary (or Vancouver) and, in less than an hour, you’re at the resort. Experience Sun Peaks for your next ski holiday week but… be forewarned…. you may just end up staying a lifetime!

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Canada’s third largest ski area.

All to yourself.

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER READER POLL

Canada’s Second Best Ski Resort

Vast terrain. Charming village. No crowds. Complete bliss.

Your first day and night are on us.

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This is the feeling you get when you ski Sun Peaks. With 3,678 acres and three mountains, the closest person you’ll see is on the chairlift. Nestled at the base of the mountains is a modern, Tyrolean inspired slopeside village.

It’s all about convenience, with a compact hamlet of accommodation, dining and shopping – all with ski-in ski-out access only seconds from the chairlifts. Combine abundant dry snow, 2,000 hours of annual sunshine and triple the vertical you’ll find anywhere in Ontario, Sun Peaks is one of North America’s best ski experiences, just 45 minutes from Kamloops, BC.

Visit www.sunpeaksresort.com/em or call 1-877-361-8868 *First day and night free on a four night package based on double occupancy. Check online or call for full details. †Condé Nast Traveller Reader Poll, 2008. Photos: Adam Stein.

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The Mountain plays the role of beacon in the Massif de Charlevoix project. Its panoramic environment proposes 770 metres of vertical, the highest East of the Canadian Rockies. Here 401 acres of skiable terrain come blanketed under more than abundant natural snow coverage, with 99 acres devoted solely to off-trail skiing. 52 all-calibre trails and glades sail straight down a magical landscape that dominates the St. Lawrence River and the neighbouring islands, as ice floes slowly slip by, and where salt and fresh water mingle as one.

Beyond spectacular skiable terrain enhanced with riverside views, unique because of its summit access and uncommon natural attributes, The Mountain boasts distinctive attractions: cuisine adapted to the needs of sports enthusiasts (no fried-foods), a permanent art collection that graces its chalets walls and a full line-up of events – from gastronomy and sports, to music and culture – with shows and hot après skis that spotlight top names from the Québec music scene.

Particularly well-known among snowsports fans, the mountain environment will soon offer original activities and services designed to suit the entire family – ones in rhythm with the seasons, and specific to different mountain locations, be it the base, the summit or mid-mountain. Gathered here are lodgings, restaurants and boutiques, a spa and wellness centre and countless spaces set aside for discovery and entertainment.

The Mountain towers above the riverbed – a natural beacon of action, adventure and intrigue.

Learning in a Pleasant Environment, in the New Donald Bouchard Beginner Area - Learning to ski or ride is child’s play in this

new beginner area, designed to smoothe out the experience for both small and tall trying a slide sport for the first time. Featuring two new trails with lowgradient vertical drop, it sits on 8 acres of land and is serviced by two lifts: a safe, easy to ride magic carpet for novices, and a platter lift. Not only does the platter lift make the eventual transition from carpet to conventional lift easier, it also serves visitors using the terrain park. Together these lifts are poised to convey 2,220 riders per hour in a genuine playground named after an important local builder, and devoted to novice and freestyle slide enthusiasts.

What’s new this season? - Comfort, speed, accessibility, safety and diversity are at the rendezvous at Le Massif de Charlevoix in 2010-11.

Thanks to a $16M investment inscribed on Groupe Le Massif’s four-season tourism and recreation plan, skiers and riders will appreciate a flurry of new installations, of which an eight-passenger per cabin gondola lift as well as four additional trails – two of which are located in the new beginner area served by a magic carpet for novices, and a platter lift. Completing the list of what’s new this season is an array of guest services relocated at the summit and reviewed and upgraded trail access to the base, while the expansion of the backcountry sector now triples Mont à Liguori’s off-trail skiable terrain.

Major Changes for Easier Access to Base - Over the past few months, road work on route principale in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François by the ministère des Transports du Québec has recuperated 130,000 m3 of fill – 8,125 truckloads – which was used to improve skier and rider access to the base of the mountain. Trails are now wider, some slope gradients have been reduced, and three new arrivals have been created. The effect of these improvements will be to optimize the slide experience among all age groups and calibres.

Le Massif Express: From Base to Summit, Year-Round!

of followers – from fans of freshly groomed surfaces, to ones who revere powder covered deeps. And so came about the expansion of Mont à Liguori’s offtrail sector. Challenge and adventure hunters will soon set themselves free on this 745 metre summit-to-base hinterland, and exit next to the new gondola’s loading area. This expansion at the 550 metre mountain plateau mark adds many acres to the existing 34 offered to experts, for an overall area of 99 acres purely dedicated to backcountry riding.

By December 2010, visitors will be appreciating the mountain’s sweeping riverside scenery on a short 10-minute base-to-summit trip, enclosed in the Massif Express gondola. With an eight-passenger per cabin capacity, the lift presents two new loading areas: a departure point located to the east of the current Grande-Pointe Express Lift, and a mid-station for passengers to board mid-mountain. No more waiting at the base – and no required routes due to marginal conditions!

Off-Trail Sector Doubles in Size – Now 99 Acres to Explore on Mont à Liguori! - The integration of the gondola has unleashed a wave

Le Massif Facts - Current skiable terrain: • Highest vertical East of the Canadian Rockies: 770 metres • Average annual snowfall: 672 cm (last 5-yr average) • Three scenic chalets • New four-season state-of-the-art gondola lifts • New beginner area with magic carpet and platter lift • Five off-trail runs on 99 acres of untracked land • National Alpine Training Centre for hosting speed events • Snowschool (alpine, telemark and sit skiing, snowboarding) • Exclusive Rossignol Boutique (equipment sales, rentals, repairs) • Free on-mountain guided tours.

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Life Peaks

in the presence of happiness.

And happiness can mean many things.

It Peaks on the edge of a ski on a turn you're barely holding.

It Peaks in the hills you climb in the company of only your thoughts.

Life Peaks in friendly conversations on the chair, the air in your nostrils, in the clompity-clomp of ski boots in the Lodge.

It Peaks in the smiles on our children's faces.

And the smiles those create on ours.

Life Peaks in starting gates, toes cold enough to let us know we're alive and beers so cold, they don't get any better.

It Peaks in Volunteers carrying ski coats, funny helmet days and friends at the bar who say, "How do you do?" Not, "What do you do?"

Life Peaks in wondrous ways.

But when you can look back after a weekend, tired muscles and all and proclaim, "It doesn't get any better than this!", this much reveals itself: Life, for all the beauty and adrenalin and community it has to offer, Peaks HERE!

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Craving Winter Excitement?

Blue Mountain

Over three kilometers wide and boasting Canada’s finest snowmaking system, Blue Mountain is the best established and best-loved ski and snowboard resort in Ontario. Get away and experience a pedestrian village property filled with winter-centric adventure, featuring slope-side accommodations, dining, shopping and more. From adrenaline-filled days on the slopes to relaxing evenings of après, there’s something for everyone. The definitive winter escape is conveniently located just two hours from Toronto.

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Friends and family get together after a day of skiing for Après or an exceptional dining experience at one of several fine restaurants located throughout the Village.

With the continued development of the resort property we look forward to announcing new additions each winter season. This time around we look forward to launching Ridge Runner, Ontario’s first mountain coaster! Plans are in place for Ridge Runner to be open to the public this Winter. We look forward to introducing yet another downhill adventure!

Visited by over 1.5 million guests a year, the resort stretches across the Niagara Escarpment with 720 vertical feet, 15 lifts and a diverse range of trails ranging from beginner to double black diamond. In addition to top rated skiing and snowboarding, the endless diversity of Blue’s attractions keep visitors coming back to create new traditions and memories time and time again.

A Winter Full of Options Boasting the best ski and snowboard terrain in Ontario enhanced by a world class snowmaking system, the slopes are in fantastic shape at Blue Mountain all season long. With the most diverse terrain in Ontario, Blue offers something for everyone from moguls, to glades skiing, rail sliding to long steeps. For the avid skier or snowboarder it is the perfect compilation of skill testing terrain -- a warm up for your big trip to Canada’s west or further east into Quebec.

The Village Experience A spectacular four-season resort, Blue Mountain has sophisticated amenities ranging from a wide choice of sports to fine dining, from state-of-the-art conference facilities to a near-by luxurious Scandinavian spa. The resort was created for guests to enjoy a bustling community hub set amongst the breathtaking vistas of the Niagara Escarpment.

Last winter Blue enhanced Canada’s largest snowmaking system with the addition of a new 1000 gallon/minute snowmaking pump bringing Blue Mountain Resort’s total snowmaking capacity to 13,000 gallons of snow per minute. Accelerating production, Blue also added 18 new snow blowing towers located on Smart Alec, the resort’s central ski and snowboard run. Currently the resort can produce its full capacity of snow at all temperatures below –6°C.

Blue Mountain is also designed to optimize the busy lifestyle. With this in mind, there is something to do for everyone at the resort. Families, couples, skiers and non-skiers alike can indulge in a variety of activities including first class retail therapy, patio hopping, family aqua centre, snowshoeing, luxury spa treatments and the list continues.

Children frequent Plunge! Aqua Centre, an allseason complex featuring a waterslide, heated outdoor pools and hot tubs. Adults visiting Plunge! sit and relax, watching the fun from their Muskoka lounge chairs or join in with a refreshing swim under falling snow.

Book your stay early this year and take advantage of top-rated skiing and snowboarding, a vibrant village experience, an array of dining and shopping options, a rich calendar of entertainment and nightlife, spa amenities, instructional programs, guided tours and numerous family friendly programs. It’s all waiting for you. A winter playground to explore and make your own.

Teens enjoy live music on the Village stage and cutting-edge terrain in Blue Mountain’s Terrain Park on the hill. The schedule of mountain events is always a great spot to check-in online for those who like to plan their agenda ahead of their visit to the resort.

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With Hand scraped. Bleached. Washed. Tinted. These are the newest trends being applied to wood finished interiors to achieve a chic, non-traditional look of natural rustic country. The results are refreshing, relaxed and fun.

The whitewash process has been around for centuries but the way the treatment is being applied today makes it a simple and useful way to lighten up a room or make a new home feel like itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been around forever. In existing homes, if dark wood paneling or beams are too weighty, consider whitewash for a floor, ceiling, or wall. Light wood paneling tends to have a honey-colored finish, but whitewash is a good alternative if you want cooler tones.

Use bright pops of color for contrast. Sleek textures like acrylic and powder-coated enamel will add an edgy feel. Consider using fixtures and accessories with an industrial feel to contrast with the countrified look of the whitewash. Dress the look up or take it further into the hills. The options are endless - think natural but new.

These ideas are put together beautifully in three Escarpment homes we feature on the following pages. *

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Natural textures, combined with rough- sawn pine boards lend a breezy and easy-care, flair when finished ever so lightly with a casual tint of colour.

See pgs. 72-76

Rustic marries sophistication in this master

White painted planks are used extensively in this home (above) to achieve a look with elegantly rustic appeal. See pgs 79-80.

bedroom suite addition.

Boards are washed with paint and water.

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This perfect escape oasis, overlooking the Bay is the ideal place to relax, enjoy and appreciate a quiet winter morning.

Sofa from Parrots’n Parsnips; table by Dunlop & Findlay; ottoman from At Home Interiors.

Propane fireplace from Northern Comfort & Mechanical; fireplace brick from City Stone.

In the Woods

COLOUR-WASHED, ROUGH-SAWN PINE BOARDS, GIVE THIS MASTER BEDROOM SUITE THE COZY FEEL OF A CABIN IN THE WOODS TEXT | CARA WILLIAMS Wishing for more master bedroom space, the owners of this home also wanted to take full advantage of the spectacular view offered from their ravine setting. The solution was an addition built over the existing garage. Taking their cue from the vistas — overlooking tree tops to Georgian Bay beyond — a theme developed. Cabin in the woods.

The project, designed by the owners and built by Dunlop Construction, features uncluttered space with a warm and airy feel. Wall surfaces were clad in wide, bevelled edged, pine boards applied with the rough side out, then “washed” with a paint mixture of 3 to 1 water/paint. The effect is exactly what the homeowners wanted. Inviting and comfortable, the translucent colour allows the natural knotholes and other imperfections to show through for a casual but sophisticated look that is in keeping with the eclectic-rustic decor found throughout the remainder of their home. This is their escape in the woods.

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Rough pine boards were washed using Benjamin Moore, “Pale Celery”, the trim was treated with “Cotswold” from Birch & Benjamin in Thornbury.

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When a vision becomes a reality, it’s due to very careful planning. These homeowners knew exactly what they wanted and dove into the project eagerly - “It was fun from start to finish and working with Brett Dunlop made it a pleasure. Everything from building materials to decor items was sourced locally which was a priority. We live here, we shop here - why would we look anywhere else? Our local shop keepers know exactly what the lifestyle trends are in this region - it’s not the city. We want our home to reflect the casual nature of how we live but we also want our own stamp on it...our own uncontrived style ...rustic meets sophistication.” |E|

looks This one-of-a-kind birch & applewood side table and matching sofa table were specially ordered and hand crafted by Dunlop&Findlay.

‘Three Apples’painting by Deena Dolan from the Escarpment Covers Collection.

Bath tile and “pebble” stone countertop are from City Stone. The vanity (actually a sofa table) is from Parrots ‘n Parsnips. Both shops are in Thornbury. The vessel sink is from Georgian Design Centre, Collingwood and bathroom mirrors were purchased at Dovetail Interiors, Nottawa and Greentree Gardens & Emporium, Collingwood.

Paint mixed 1 to 3 with water is Benjamin Moore “Cotswold” from Birch & Benjamin in Thornbury.

The star light fixture is from Home Depot.

Soft, warm and insulating cork flooring is from Deans Carpet One. The Resin Antler chandelier is from Jonna’s on Blue Mountain Road. Track lights are from Rona.

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Doug Gillis

four seasons realty limited, Brokerage

Broker

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Situated in one of the most sought after regions in the Blue Mountains w/seasonal Bay views. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 fireplaces. 27` BC fir timbers & 27` stone F/P & gourmet kitchen with wood fireplace. Outdoor lighting & sound system, hot tub, sprinklers, landscaped. Backs onto trails. $2,075,000 Call Doug

3290 sq. foot chalet at the base of Alpine Ski Resort offers 6 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms, including 2 main floor bedrooms w/ensuites. Fully finished lower level. Walking distance to clubhouse where you can enjoy the inground pool and exercise facility. Views to Georgian Bay. Available as sale or rental. $529,000 MLS® #20105686

Views of Georgian Bay & countryside. 4630 sqare ft. custom built ranch bungalow with main floor master, 3 bay garage, wine cellar, much more. Beautiful pond and views of countryside & Georgian Bay. Unique & rare property carefully created & maintained.

$1,595,000

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Newly built custom home/chalet in the upscale community of Snowbridge. 3260 sq. foot home with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, fully finished lower level. Great views of Blue Mountain, short walk to the Village or use the shuttle service. Enjoy as personal use or income property. $799,000 MLS® #20105679

Great location, walk to ski hills & the Village at Blue. Cathedral

5500 square foot timber frame chalet on treed and private lot overlooking Osler Bluff. 6 bedrooms, 4 bath, main floor master, living room with exposed beams, wood burning fireplace & reclaimed plank floors. Full walkout lower level. Close to ski clubs and hiking trails. $1,299,900 MLS® #20103338

ceilings, hardwood floors, large kitchen & bright open floor plan.

Main floor main bedroom with ensuite; total of 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Home/chalet on quiet street, close to all the action.

$569,000

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You could be in for the ski season. Completely and tastefully remodeled chalet. Exquisite kitchen, dining room & living area.

3 bedrooms on 2nd level, 1 on lower level, 2 1/2 baths. Excellent location, large outdoor covered hot tub, front and rear decks.

Immaculate inside and out. $489,000 MLS® #20105648

Ideal for estate or family compound. Completely reforested with 4000 trees. Being sold in conjunction with neighbouring piece which has 2nd residence & an acreage of .23 for a total acreage of 9.05 +/-. The 2nd piece is available for $395K. A severance has been applied for and the size of the 2nd property will be increased substantially. Incredible view of Georgian Bay across the Highway. $895,000 MLS® #20106025

Within walking distance to Blue Mountain Inn and the North Chair.

5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large sundeck, attached garage with inside entry. 3rd floor family room with view of Georgian Bay. Great family chalet in the heart of ski country; close to golfing, biking/hiking and Georgian Bay. $839,000 MLS® #20106037

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One of a kind, spectacular post & beam style mountain chalet.

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Great views of the mountain & surrounding area from the spacious decks located on all sides of the chalet. 4000 sq. foot home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & 2 powder rooms. 2 fireplaces, Bosch appliances, high end European windows & doors. Heated garage’ parking for 6. $999,000 MLS® #20104858

Pre-construction pricing! New phase of existing Nipissing Ridge subdivision in popular recreational area. Walk to Craigleith and Alpine Ski Club. 64 lots in total. Municipal water & sewers. Building permits ready 2012. See L.B.O. for covenants and offer forms.

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Locally sourced wide planked wall boards span the entire home, applied in both a vertical and horizontal fashion, exposing both the rough and smooth side (depending on the room), with a multitude of surface finishes. *

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The home has seemingly found balance in comfort, each finishing technique highlighting another. Combining this ‘natural’ aesthetic with a more refined, custom designed look, kitchen cabinetry and multiple bathroom vanities were done locally by Jack Medland of Collingwood.

Countless examples of unique combinations of wood applications and finishes can be found throughout the home.

Painted white Beadboard paneling is used on some ceilings, contrasting the natural wide planked boards used on the walls. This technique is most notable in the loft bedroom in pairing with the unfinished wood on the walls.

I was intrigued by one nook of this spacious home in particular, and find it worth noting as an example of a perfectly thoughtful grouping of wood applications and finishes. The mudroom boasts a custom-built inset seat, painted white with drawers for storage, sitting below a large window, left unfinished flanked by large barn door closets stained the same Baffin Island (CC270) color as the entire room and outfitted with unique hardware found by the homeowners. (see photo page 72) * 74

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THERE IS A RUSTIC NATURE TO A STAIN, WHERE WOOD KNOTS BECOME INCREASINGLY PRONOUNCED AS TIME PASSES. UNFUSSY IN NATURE, THIS LOOK IS IN SYNC WITH THE TEXTURE OF THE WOOD AND ITS EASE IN APPLICATION.

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Bringing this refined look back to its natural surroundings is the home’s ‘summer room’. Used year round, kept warm by an oversized flagstone fireplace, the space defines the idea of ‘open concept’ with expansive windows and oversized walkouts on every side. Built by local Mennonites, with exposed framing and natural wood floors, it is a very simple and tranquil space, in touch with the surroundings. |E|

Some standout finishing techniques include: Front entrance vertical board paneling, stained Wheat Sheaf (CC-220), mudroom horizontal board paneling, stained Baffin Island (CC-270), kitchen horizontal board paneling, stained Cloud White (OC-130) and, my favorite, the downstairs hallway’s horizontal board paneling, stained Georgian Green (HC-115) - all paints are by Benjamin Moore.

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Rustic Refined

INSPIRED BY NEW ENGLAND COSTAL LIVING, A REFINED RUSTIC INTERIOR SETS THE STAGE FOR A JUXTAPOSITION OF WOOD AND FINISHES. Board & Batten, characteristically an exterior wood treatment, is used throughout the home creating an uncommon and simple canvas.

Painted Cloud White (OC-130) by Benjamin Moore, the rough-sawn pine walls provide fabulous texture and allow for a crisp contrast with naturally finished pine post & beam.

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Throughout the home, most notably in the main floor living room, exposed post & beams, with a simple Minwax wood finish, provide a feeling of warmth and depth in a grand space with an18’ vaulted ceiling.

With such a rustic approach to the walls and post & beam, the homes polished solid hemlock wood floors create a dynamic relationship of materials.

Pre-finished with a blended Minwax wood finish of Dark Walnut (2716) and Early American (230).

Collected furnishings finish off the homes ‘contrived mishmash’ of wood applications and finishes. With assistance from the talented designers from FAD at Peaks and Rafters of Collingwood, homeowners were able to hone their already distinctive taste for the rustic refined. *

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The home showcases many examples of local talent, from exceptional ironwork to a totally custom designed and manufactured kitchen. A family favorite, Bob Graham of Thornbury, created one-of-a-kind fireplace doors with two equestrian silhouettes made of iron. (See photo on page 79). Guild Interiors of Shelbourne designed and manufactured the kitchen as well as a soaring built-in living room cabinet and multiple bathroom vanities.

The kitchen cabinets are made of maple, this time lacquered in the same Cloud White (OC130) paint used on the Board & Batten walls. The kitchens pot drawers under the industrial size cook-top are fashioned after the open-concept ‘carpenter's drawers’ and are stained in a contrasting natural stain of: you guessed it, Early American (230). This makes for a less contrived or "out of the box" kitchen feel, as do the face-framed cabinets with exposed hinges.

One of my favorite pairings of wood came in the form of a dining table and chairs. A local find from Clerkson’s Home Décor of Collingwood, the distressed farm table is made of Elm and paired with highly polished, black pine Windsor chairs.

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Shabby Chic finishes create the comfortable worn-in look of older painted furniture pieces. To get the look, apply two coats of paint in a very pale shade of yellow, blue, pink, green, off-white or plain white. Allow the paint to fully dry between coats. Sand down the edges and normal-wear spots such as the rungs of the chair and the areas at the front of the seat with fine-grit sandpaper. Seal it with a clear, low-lustre polyurethane to protect the worn areas.|E|

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Brett Dunlop’s ability to visualize a piece of art while wandering through a forest is uncanny. He has used his talent to create stunning rustic furniture for over fourteen years. Recently, Brett has partnered with Doug Findlay who shares an equal passion for all things wooden. Together they are Dunlop&Findlay. Taking inspiration from the land and the trees of this region, their one-of-a-kind creations are special-order pieces and each is a true work of art. The materials used in their designs are sourced from abandoned orchards, fallen trees and from woodlands along the Escarpment. Pieces in their portfolio include various sizes and styles of tables—side, end and sofa tables, like the one featured here, dining tables and coffee tables, mirrors, clocks, twig chandeliers and cupboards. Brett and Doug create items that are designed specifically to fit a space within a client’s home. But like nature these things take time - generally 4 to 6 weeks from concept to completion. They do have a small selection of pieces available for immediate delivery. If you would like to have a Dunlop&Findlay original in your home, cottage or chalet please visit their website: www.dunlopandfindlay.ca | E|

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sofa primer What you need to know before you buy I’ve said it myself, yet, “buy the best sofa you can afford,” is little help to the potential sofa purchaser. Unlike other long-term investments such as a diamond engagement ring, Persian carpet, or original artwork, whose assets are in full view, a sofa’s most meritorious assets are kept hidden from sight under layers of fabric, stuffing, and springs. Uncovering the true value of a sofa requires keen decisionmaking, exhaustive questioning, and finally a scientific experiment I call “The Bum Test”.

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Decisions, Decisions, Decisions Who? How? Where? When? These are the questions you need to ask yourself before you even head to the furniture store.

Who is going to use the sofa? If children are in residence, sturdy, stain resistant fabrics are imperative. Loads of loose cushions look casual and are certainly comfortable, but if you have toddlers prepare to retrieve them from all four corners of the living room at the end of each day. Make sure the sofa is large enough to comfortably accommodate you and a sleeping child. Teens like to stretch out fully on a sofa, while the elderly prefer a firm seat and stiff back allowing them to exit the sitting position more easily.

How will you use the sofa? Watching television generally requires comfortable rolled arms for leaning or lying on and a minimum length of 5’ – 6’ if the viewer wishes to fully recline. Loose pillows may be a great choice, especially if a relaxed, casual look is preferred. If the sofa is used primarily for entertaining, hosting a variety of people in a more formal setting, a tight back makes a neater, more tailored impression.

To enhance the opulence of a formal sofa, the cushions should contain roughly an equal mix of down to foam. When it comes to choosing the shape of the arms, a square edge is more contemporary and it discourages perching, which is ideal for adult entertaining. As well, a straighter back is generally considered to be stricter and therefore more formal.

Where is the sofa to be used?

A position in the living room may warrant a neater, slightly more formal appearance, which a Knole sofa (traditional English sofa

that features hinged arms that can be raised or lowered) or a Chesterfield (imposing sofa that has a tufted back and arms that are equal in height to its back) can deliver.

In contrast, the family room sofa should be looser, larger, and more casual. The Lawson sofa (loose back and seat, low rolled arms) is easy to lie on, as is the Sectional sofa (modular pieces that offer maximum flexibility).

When is the sofa to be used? A piece of furniture that’s used during the daytime only is likely to be upholstered in a brighter, more serviceable fabric with easy maintenance a high priority. For nighttime use more luxurious fabrics such as mohair velvet, silk, or damask are ideal. If the sofa has to stand in as an occasional guest bed, it will have to be at least 36-42” deep to accommodate an adult sleeper and should be upholstered in a fabric whose nape cannot be crushed such as a heavy cotton or chenille.

Regardless of the answers to the above questions, make comfort a priority. A good sofa, like a good meal, is made with the best ingredients available. You can never fake quality and many consumers are surprised to learn that custom furniture is affordable.

What’s on the inside 1. The frame The frame is the bones of the sofa so to speak and as in the human body, a solid structure is critically important. A good quality sofa in either the mid- to high-end range is typically made with kiln-dried hardwood that is free from knots. Kiln drying is the process by which the moisture is removed from the wood, preventing it from warping and twisting at a later date.

2. The seat and springs - To create an even base for sitting, upholsterers sew, and then attach heavy-gauge seat springs individually to jute webbing using clips. Then the springs are connected one to the other in a methodical eight-way hand tie process. To prevent shifting, a burlap layer is sewn over the springs and a hard edge is formed to add comfort and preserve cushion fronts as well as the outer layer of fabric. Some midto lower-end sofas use prefab coil units, which can still be quite good.

However, experts agree it’s best to avoid zigzag springs, (sinuous wires, stapled across a frame) which are an inferior method of production.

To prevent shifting, a burlap layer is sewn over the springs and a hard edge is formed to add comfort and preserve cushion fronts as well as the outer layer of fabric. Some mid- to lower-end sofas use prefab coil units, which can still be quite good. However, experts agree it’s best to avoid zigzag springs, (sinuous wires, stapled across a frame) which are an inferior method of production.

3. The stuffing - Unless you cherish the idea of compulsive “fluffing” it’s best to use down as only a part of the stuffing mixture. An excellent and practical choice is the down wrapped foam core recipe, which provides comfort and stability. Use 100 percent high-density foam and avoid lower quality foam, which crumbles within months. It’s important to ask the sofa dealer or custom upholster for information on the exact down-tofeather ratio before you buy. The government allows for a 15% margin of error, which means a label that reads “20% down and 80% foam” could translate into as little as 5% down, which is insufficient to produce the luxurious comfort you may be expecting.

4. The finishing details - Finally, better sofa construction calls for lining cushions; holding the cushions together, and reducing the stress on the decorative fabric. Linings also prevent errant feathers from poking through, which means the quality of down in a sofa is less important than say, the quality of down in a pillow.

5. The upholstery - Finally, we get to the fun part, the upholstery, but there is still more to consider. Patterns, if any should match from top to bottom with the fronts of the cushions matching up to the rest of the sofa. If this is not the case, don’t buy the sofa as it may indicate shoddiness throughout.

Many dealers offer consumers the option of supplying their own fabric, known in the business as C.O.M. or customer’s own material. This is the best option if individuality is important to you. Keep in mind that the average sofa requires fifteen to eighteen yards of fabric, and a large repeat (the frequency with which a pattern reappears) will use far more fabric than a solid or small pattern.

The Bum Test - At this point you’re probably ready to lie on the proverbial couch, but this time you’re the analyst and your opinion is irrefutable.

There’s only one, sure way to judge whether a sofa is right for you: you have to sit on it, lie on it, lounge on it, and sprawl on it. Beyond that, it helps to know who is making your sofa and to see the ingredients that will be used in its creation. |E| Design school for non-professionals. You have all the talent you need.

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From Tholos...

New Zealand Rack of Lamb, herb encrusted & oven roasted & topped with red wine demi-glaze.

Lobster tail, scallops, heirloom tomatoes & artichoke hearts tossed in fresh herb, agio e olio sauce.

The Village at Blue, 705.443.8311 www.tholos.ca

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Firehall Pizza Co Firehall Pizza Co...

Modeled after a Northern Ontario Firehall, the Village icon building is an attraction in itself. The menu offers an innovative, authentic Italian menu sure to satisfy any palate.

Penne Alla Vodka - Bacon, Garlic, Scallion And Fresh Herbs In A Vodka Rose Sauce

The Village at Blue, 705.443.0611 www.firehallpizza.com

Rusty’s at blue Beer Can Chicken Now this is romantic!

Rusty’s...

The quickest way to après is at Rusty's. The sunny patio boasts the most picturesque view of the mountain and pond. This dinner is sure to make a warm & romantic impression!

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from Tesoro... A regional dish from Peidmont in Italy, Osso Buco is always a favourite. Thick slices from the veal shank with its central marrow bone are key to Osso Buco, ensuring the meat remains moist and becomes tender enough to fall from the bone. Served with fresh rapini & Pappardelle pasta tossed with Portobello & porcini mushroom.

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Copper Blues bar & grill Wild mushroom & goat cheese flatbread

From Copper Blues, Bar & Grill Locally grown wild mushrooms mixed with red onion and goat's cheese served warm on flatbread and garnished with seasonal greens. This trendy hot spot is the place to see and be seen.

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Kaytoo... Air chilled, hand herbed Supreme Chicken quarter - pan seared then oven baked & draped with wild mushroom/red wine infused cream sauce served aside baby, red skin, garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables. Paired with L de Lyeth Chardonnay from Sonoma County, California. With the seductive highlights of soft spices combined with a buttery smooth finish, this wine will tie the flavours on the plate together for a romantic melt in your mouth experience.

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Tremont Cafe

Tremont Cafe...

Newly opened in the artfully restored Tremont building in Collingwood, Tremont Cafe presents cuisine that is a mixture of French classics like Pork Rillette, Charcuterie, and Duck confit as well as locally sourced items such as Kolapore Trout, local meats and farmer's produce. Also offered is an eclectic mix of Asian inspired dishes and Vegetarian items. Burgers are ground in house with no fillers or additives and each dessert is hand crafted on site.

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The Mill Café... is a favourite Thornbury landmark famous for a casual fine dining experience.

Overlooking the dam and mill pond, the Mill is an exceptional location with a diverse and innovative menu. A visit to the Mill Café is perfect for those seeking to combine a great food experience in a comfortable environment.

The Mill café Pan Seared Sea Scallops w/double smoked Berkshire bacon & Butternut Squash risotto, sprout leaves & crispy proscuitto finsihed with vanilla buerre blanc

Hwy 26 at the Bridge, Thornbury 519.599.7866 www.themillcafe.com

Heavenly Sweets Cafe

Heavenly Sweets Cafe... the ultimate destination for decadent desserts! Chocolate Fondue for 2 is the perfect après for any occasion. Made with 3 kinds of Belgian chocolate, served with fresh fruits, cakes and marshmallows, it’s an incredible chocolate experience! The selection of cakes, pastries and chocolates will astound you! Only the finest coffee served. Take a break and enjoy the unique atmosphere of a true dessert café or take home the dessert of your dreams.

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Food For Thought...

Located in the rear of At Home Interiors is a special collection of gourmet food items. You’ll find a wide variety of Ontario sourced and home grown gourmet products to tease and tantalize your taste buds. Garlicy bread dippers, blue zambuca red pepper jellies, garlic roasters, zesty antipastos, ice wine jellies and maple butters to name a few, plus a wonderful collection of serve ware to complete your entertaining needs.

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It’s a long way from Thornbury to Africa and back again, but local residents Amy and David WildingDavies know the route well. It’s been a long, interesting and sometimes difficult round trip that began over fourteen years ago when Amy and David decided to move to Africa to raise a family and farm coffee full time. “We believe that providing good employment and a good work place benefits everyone. Good employment allows people to provide for their families, reach their full potential, and improves selfesteem. We consistently strive to achieve this in both Africa where our coffee is grown, and in Canada, where it is roasted, distributed and promoted,” says David, “We believe that communities are not just places where we live and do business but an integral part of what makes us who we are.”

David and Amy’s Ashanti Cafe and Roastery on Bruce Street in Thornbury is a delightful spot to stop for a robust steaming cup of coffee and specialty hot drinks as well as mouth-watering homebaked treats and light, healthy lunches that include a variety of freshly made sandwiches served with kettle chips, warm & tasty Sausage Rolls, breakfast wraps, hot soups and quiches. You’ll also be tempted by a delectable array of desserts such as their famous Pineapple Carrot Deluxe Muffins with shaved coconut & cream cheese icing and for that person who’s so difficult to buy for, there’s a unique range of gifts. |E|

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The result is a brilliant cup of coffee." ~ David & Amy Wilding-Davies

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WELLNESS | namaste Rochelle Christensen - When I was 11 yrs old I took my first yoga class and I loved it. It was "X" amount of sessions and then it was over. As an adult I decided to take it up again and then I was hooked. I started teaching for the love of the practise and wanted to share it with others. I then completed the Yoga Teacher Training Course and graduated from Georgian College , which is a registered school with the Yoga Network of Canada.

The tradition in which I was taught is Raja Yoga, (the Royal way)also called Ashtanga Yoga, 8 Limbs. It is a philosophy of living: Yamas: Being Good, Niyamas: Doing Good, Asanas: Postures, Pranayama: Breath Control, Pratayahara: Awareness within, Dharana: Concentration, Dhyana: Meditation, Samadhi: Enlightenment. The most rewarding aspect about teaching Yoga for me is the way in which Yoga makes people feel. At the end of a class, people leave with a sense of acceptance about themselves. They have let their judgements go and left the ego behind. They feel good about themselves, either physically or mentally. By moving through the various asanas (postures) you are preparing your body for the meditation that happens and the end of most classes. This meditation is the time for conscious relaxation and giving the mind permission to allow the ending of thoughts. In the silence that follows the ending of thought...the Self becomes aware of an immense creative power. This Awareness renews and heals us to our deepest level.

My advice? Don't take yourself too seriously, be your best and smile while doing yoga.

Rochelle teaches at Copper Blues in Collingwood. (Read more of Danielle’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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YOGA TEACHERS WILL OFTEN REFER TO "YOUR PRACTICE," MEANING ONE’S INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE WITH YOGA AS IT DEVELOPS OVER TIME. WE

ASKED LOCAL PRACTITIONERS TO TELL US ABOUT HOW THEIR PRACTICES HAVE DEVELOPED, HOW THEY BECAME INVOLVED WITH YOGA AND WHAT THEIR IMPETUS WAS IN BECOMING A TEACHER?

Danielle Bryson - I have to thank my hippie mother for instilling in me a strong foundation for natural healing and appreciation of my body. It was my mother who found the very first yoga class I would attend in the back hall of a church in Paris Ontario when I was only 16. What started out as a tool to help me calm my over active mind and to treat my troubled sleep, turned into a lifelong companion. It was the guided relaxation that first took a hold of me; I had never in my life felt so completely relaxed and at peace in my soul. If I had been in the desert all my life, then yoga was like finding a fresh water spring. Over the years my practice has morphed from just answering my body’s basic need for a stretch, and the every so anticipated relaxation at the end of class. To the realization that yoga is as important to me as breathing. Yoga is part of my life in every aspect one can imagine, and this is why I chose to become a teacher. I am honored and blessed to be able to share these gifts on a daily basis. Danielle teaches at Mountain Yoga Collingwood and Buddha Rider. (Read more of Danielle’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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Laura Barnes - I had dabbled in yoga several times over the last 30 years, always with the same result - liked the idea but lacked the commitment. Finally about 12 years ago, I tried a class and this time I was hooked. Loved the teacher and the style of yoga she taught - Ashtanga - a vigorous practice that matched my triple type A energy level. Soon, I was practicing 3 or 4 times a week and the results were wonderful. I was calmer, slept better, felt better. I wanted more from this life changing practice and explored pranayama and meditation as well - again - nothing short of miraculous! Even if only for mere seconds, the experience of being purely in the moment was absolutely the best thing ever - there is no anxiety, fear or worry in that place - just total bliss. Yoga improved my life! I was trained in the Ashtanga yoga tradition, a vigorous practice characterized by the heat generating breath and the sequential linking of a specific series of postures. I loved teaching right away! The idea of helping to pass the practice along and possibly open the door for someone else was compelling. Currently, I enjoy alternating Ashtanga with something slower and more paced - exploring the postures more thoroughly. I also love breathwork and meditation practices — it’s really calming and centering. It’s wonderful to hear someone say that they’re sleeping better, feeling better or thinking more clearly. I particularly enjoy watching the evolution as someone "gets it" - that dawning of the realization that yoga is not a sport or a workout - it is actually a way to live that can be transferred off the mat and enhance their entire life! As they say - "Yoga is not just a class".

Laura owns Mantra Yoga Studio in Thornbury. mantrayogastudio.ca (Read more of Laura’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

Ramona Bessinger I started practicing yoga about 12 years ago. I attended a retreat in Massachusetts where I practiced yoga and meditation. From that point on I deepened my practice starting with Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga, then Bikram and progressing through to other styles that blend Vinyasa style yoga with traditional forms. I am currently inspired by Baptiste Yoga and Shiva Rea. My impetus to become a yoga teacher stems from my intrinsic need to surround myself with the positive force that the yoga community generates. I am a firm believer in the healing and restorative benefits of a daily yoga practice, learning to breathe together and forming a positive force in the community. If anyone said to me that they could offer me a gateway into spiritual exploration I would run in the opposite direction.

My job as a teacher is to facilitate the learning process, to teach breathing, and safe alignment. If by chance an individual reaches a higher spiritual plain while taking my class then that’s terrific, if they love coming to my classes because of the low impact workout then that’s great too. But no one should rely on anyone to provide a gateway to spirituality, it has to come from the individual.

The most rewarding aspect for me about teaching yoga is being with like-minded individuals, working and breathing together, learning and growing as a human being, helping other to do the same. Sounds cliché, but it’s the truth.

Ramona has just opened her new studio, Mountain Yoga Collingwood Contact her through her website: mountainyogacollingwood.com (Read more of Ramona’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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Shirlee Williams I began the journey of yoga with my mother almost 20 years ago. It all started one evening in Toronto in a basement of a woman’s house.

The practice was slow and gentle and I found myself calm and quiet. These classes led me to explore other styles of yoga. I began practicing a vigorous style of yoga that challenged me like nothing had ever done before. I felt so strong on my mat. In 1999 I gave birth to twin boys who were born premature. One of my sons was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and shortly after the diagnosis I trained with a woman who ran a program called Yoga for The Special Child. I combined my love of children and passion for yoga and began teaching children with all abilities. In 2003 I completed a 750-hour certification. In 2004 I met a teacher by the name of John Friend (founder of Anusara Yoga) his teachings were so clear and over 1 weekend I had taken my practice to places I had never gone before. I was hooked. I continued to travel and study with John and many other Anusara teachers. I am so grateful for this practice. As I get older I continue to challenge my physical body and open up spiritually in ways that allow me to live life fully embracing all my experiences. Although I started and explored many traditions I am dedicated to the practice of Anusara Yoga—a style of Hatha yoga that differentiates itself by 3 components, these are; a real focus on Kula (community), a heart oriented theme and the 5 Universal Principles of Alignment. These three categories set Anusara apart from any other style of yoga. Anusara also follows a nondualist philosophy meaning that there is no separation from spirit and ourselves. Therefore our practice is always about connecting to something greater. We come to our mats to align with spirit so that we can celebrate. Who doesn’t want that?

Shirlee is the owner of Buddha Dog, Yoga & Cycling Studio in Collingwood.

Contact her through her website: buddharider.com (Read more of Shirlee’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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Cathy Day I began my journey into yoga with a TV show called “Breathing Space Yoga” which I would follow along with on my spare in high school. Being heavily involved in sports and school work at the time, it was just what I needed, to relax, reflect, and discover the mind- body-spirit connection.

Yoga has been in my life ever since. It wasn’t until I was in India that I realized I wanted to be a yoga teacher. I ended up finding an amazing teacher and my guru, Yogananda, in the Himalayas of Nepal where I completed an intensive one-on-one Hatha Yoga teacher training program. Over the years as both a student and a teacher of yoga, my practice has evolved into a personal style that includes an integral approach. I like to use the tools I’ve learned from different paths of yoga including Hatha Vinyasa, Lyengar, Ashtanga, and Moksha. Yoga is very much a spiritual practice for me. It is a way I can connect to the divine within myself and to be a more mindful and peaceful individual. I have been trained in the style of Sivananda Hatha Yoga. The most rewarding part about teaching yoga is sharing the tools and techniques of finding oneness and greater happiness in one’s life. We all have our obstacles to overcome, and helping people become healthier, more mindful people is a reminder for me to do the same in my life. Contact Cathy at whitelotusyoga@gmail.com (Read more of Cathy’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

Blue Yoga Collective - We established our group in 2005 as a way to stay connected with other teachers. We gather regularly to support and learn from each other while teaching yoga in the beautiful and eclectic community spaces of the Georgian Triangle. As women with children, careers and creative endeavors, our evolving personal practices are fluid, compassionate and adaptable. This is reflected in our unique and individual experiences with yoga. There are times when quiet meditative space is needed and others when a strong, empowering set of poses is required. Yoga has inspired our lives in different ways and we were all attracted to it for different reasons. We each went through teacher training as a way to deepen our practice and embrace yoga more fully into our daily lives. The strength of the Blue Yoga Collective is that we have all trained under different lineages and can offer a wide variety of classes to suit the needs of our students. Some of these traditions include Sivananda, Iyengar, Ashtanga, Moksha and Kripalu. In addition to these Hatha traditions, we also offer prenatal and meditation classes. Yoga is a lifelong and evolving endeavour. It is both rewarding and humbling to continuously learn from our students and to share this journey with a collective of loving and supportive women. The beauty of yoga is that it appeals to students for different reasons. Some students come to yoga for a purely physical experience and others are looking for spiritual enlightenment. The thread that ties these practices together is the breath (Prana). Attaching a breath to every single movement of your practice and, ultimately, your day will help you remain mindful and peaceful. More info: www.blueyoga.ca Wispy Boivin - I became involved with yoga when I enrolled in a six week intro class at an Lyengar Studio in Toronto. The connection to the body and the calming of the mind instantly had me hooked. My "practice" developed slowly at first. I explored different styles for a few years and eventually leaned on it much more heavily as I watched my body's abilities unfold in poses and saw the effect it had on centering me. I did my teachers training in Vinyasa Flow which became a

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great love because it is similar to Ashtanga/power yoga but without the rigidity of sequences that the latter involves. I did my pilates teacher training in what is most commonly referred to as "New York Style Pilates" through the Physical Mind Institute. I have also completed my children's yoga training with Shakta Khalsa, prenatal and postnatal training under the brilliant Sasha Padron, and Bellyfit training with Alice Bracegirdle (fusion of bellydance, African dance, yoga and pilates class). I have also presently completed the bulk of the Gyrotonic teacher training. My personal preference is a marriage of a very active long practice of Vinyasa Flow (peppered with some pilates) combined with a very gentle grounding and soothing balance of restorative/therapeutic classes full of eye pillows and oils, blankets and bolsters. Watching my students’ bodies unfold, their injuries heal, their minds release and their hearts open is a constant source of inspiration. Wispy teaches at Tag Fitness in Collingwood. (Read more of Wispy’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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Sarah Bright - I was first introduced to Pilates when I lived in Banff. I suffered from chronic back pain as a result of over activity. I tried massage, chiropractor, physio you name it. I finally saw a Person Trainer who discovered my problems were a result of severe muscle imbalance and she recommended Stott Pilates. It was amazing. I learned so much about my body and soon was better balanced and able to run, ride etc without the pain. I could do anything as long as I kept up the Pilates. When we relocated our family to Clarksburg in 2004 I was disappointed to find there was no Stott Pilates in the area. After about a year I decided I should try to become an instructor so I could share the benefits with others here. I trained at the Stott studio in Toronto. This is also the location of the head office for the whole organization.

Cynthia Hare - My individual experience with yoga developed from a need to compliment the athletic conditioning and Pilates programs that I was teaching. I began participating in yoga classes in Toronto with the intention to gain strength and flexibility. My body fell in love with Yoga, my mind and spirit followed. It was a natural step for me to evolve into teaching. I trained and certified in Hatha Yoga, and explored my practice with many different teachers in the yoga community from Canada and the

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This was exciting because it attracts the best Instructor Trainers in the world. I already had my Can-Fit-Pro Personal Trainer certification so this enabled me to enter the intensive program. Since then I have taken the intensive Reformer course and certified in advanced matwork. I work with people ranging in age from their 20s to their 80s. Some in a class situation and others in their own homes. I love how pleased people are when they see the progress themselves. During pilates the body is always moving and engaging. Muscles become long and lean and joints become flexible. The combination of strength and flexibility can change a person's quality of life.

Sarah teaches classes at Galen Ireland School of Dance in Thornbury.

705.717.4072 (Read more of Sarah’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

United States. Teaching yoga is about sharing ourselves and our experience of yoga with humility. I’m not only deepening my own practice as I teach, but watching others evolve as they move beyond the veil of perception and limitation. Apart from the physical, Yoga provides the opportunity to journey further to develop a deep sense of self derived from love and compassion.This creates empathy, and empathy is what creates unity. It’s that union that binds our community together as one.

Cynthia teaches specialty classes for adults, seniors and youth, host workshops and lectures within the studio space at Copper Blues Fitness in Collingwood, and at the Waterside Retirement Lodge in Wasaga Beach.

For details please email wellnessevents@hotmail.com (Read more of Cynthia’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

Leslie Nierman - Live, love and laugh! The tradition I practice is Hatha Yoga (meaning Sun and the moon). I find it more liberating in terms of different degrees of power, flexibility and balance.

Being in the nutrition and fitness industry for over 15 years lent itself to opportunities— seeking other alternatives in health and well being and I’ve grown through my Yogic practice. It’s helped me to restore balance and harmony through the concepts of integrating the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of my being. Breath control, (Pranayama) allows the body to be inspired by the breath as you follow each Posture, (Asana) into the next Asana. A healthy body is one that is well nourished with pure foods, a good resistance to disease, is stretched, exercised regularly and treated with respect—balance and equilibrium.

Our mind in meditation is a peaceful one which allows time to process the happy events of our lives while continuing to live life to the fullest.

Yoga has enabled me to grow in wisdom and develop an abiding patience.

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Some people find that the physical practise of Yoga becomes a gateway to a spiritual exploration while others enjoy a wonderful low impact work out that makes them feel great. Our spirit comes from feelings that nourish, comfort, uplift, heal and inspire a moving away from self centered behaviours towards a life more connected to nature and inner wellbeing. Lifting the spirit triggers the release of endorphins making a commitment to one’s Yoga practice a stronger one.

Karma is the law of cause and effect. This is the strength and universal flow of attraction when one reflects emotions of happiness, love, compassion kindness and respect for others. Participants make my Yoga experience the ultimate in my practice.

Benefits of practicing yoga include strengthening the integrity of the bones and immune system, it boosts the metabolism, stimulates the nervous, lymphatic, digestive and endocrine systems through the body and releases stress.

Leslie teaches Yoga at Tag Fitness and at Cranberry Waterfront Suites in Collingwood.

This led me to take the Mat intensive, level 1 and 2 and Level 1 in Anna Holancin - I have an extensive dance backreformer at Stott Pilates. Pilates is about strengthening deep inside musground. When I was asked to participate in my first pilates cles, working from inside to out. This enables proper posture and supclass, I was then asked if I could become one of their port to bones. My style of teaching has not veered from my traditional Pilates instructors. What I found was Pilates education and I incorporate different aids (balls, bands etc.), that my background in dance when needed. Teaching Pilates is really an extension of myself. I enhanced my learning experience. I believe in all the qualities that Pilates instills. I really love to share this was intrigued and excited to start with others and to see their improvements. The Physical aspect of Pilates is teaching people about mind and what most people are drawn to when they start. They then start experiencing body awareness and co-ordinamind/body awareness and it empowers them. This is most rewarding to witness. tion. I really feel motivated to For me pilates has also opened more doors to my soul, and spiritualism. I am also help people strengthen their a Certified Reflexologist. And I know it will not stop there. I am on a journey as a bodies, but also to be in more healer. Anna teaches Pilates at Copper Blues in Collingwood control of their bodies as well.

Pilates Anne Baker - I saw a Pilates company at a fitness conference and was intrigued, it looked like something I might like. Now I know that I became involved with Pilates because I have always been interested in fitness, dance, athletics - movement. I think it was just a natural continuation of those interests. Pilates seemed more detailed and interesting because of the focus on the quality of movement, how we move. Also, it seemed dance oriented, and I had studied dance.

I felt very comfortable with the effect Pilates had on my body and felt I could share that with others in a way that would have the same effect on them. I had been teaching fitness but had a dance background; Pilates seemed to be a way to mix the two. My first training was with Margot McKinnon and Susan Grescovitch of Body Harmonics. I related to their way of teaching and moving right away—I learned things in that workshop that I still relate to for my teaching today. I went on to train at the Body Harmonics studio and studied both matwork and exercise apparatus. They emphasized learning about HOW you move, how you perceive your movement, and what the quality of movement is, rather than just sticking an exercise on top of your body. From that you can learn how the Pilates exercises work to change your body. People learn in differ-

Jennifer Hammond - The first Pilates course I took was through the Physicalmind Institute based in New York. I took it quite simply, to get credits toward my Personal Trainers Specialist Certification. After that introduction to basic matwork and gaining an understanding of the foundations for the principles of Pilates, I was hooked, and I couldn't get enough. Joseph Pilates called his method "Contrology", which is based on the premise of muscle control.

ent ways, so you need to teach in ways that will reach as many people as possible. I am not a classical teacher - I like variety. I need to teach and people need to take a style that suits their own learning and body type. So, I would say I prefer an eclectic approach, more contemporary. We are learning more all the time about how the body works. I feel any discipline needs to stay current, whether it be weight training, skiing or Pilates. Neutral spine, for example, didn’t exist in Joe’s day. Now it is the cornerstone of most core conditioning programs. It’s rewarding when people tell me they feel better, stronger, lighter, etc. after a class or private session, or their golf, curling or skiing is Mental focus for physical activity better. produces a calm mind, regardless of the activity. Enjoy what you are doing!

Anne is the owner of Partners in Health and also teaches classes at Tag Fitness in Collingwood. partnersinhealth.ca (Read more of Anne’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

With an understanding of the different means of muscle contraction, and the bio mechanics of the human body, his research and findings are, for me, what makes sense. I now have 22 certifications for Pilates, ranging from Beginner and Advanced Matwork, Vertical Intensive, Core Stabilization, Pre/Post Natal, and the Neurophysiology of Pilates to more specifics such as Posture and Gait Analysis, Handedness, and Scoliosis, and rehabilitative work for Pelvic Girdle, Shoulder Girdle, Psoas, Breathing Mechanics, sport specifics for golf and runners, and of course the small apparatus (or torture devices as my clients call them) like the rotating discs and Magic Circle TM, stability balls, foam rollers, therabands and weighted balls. I use what I have learned from Pilates with all of my personal training clients.

I use it in my kickboxing classes and it is definitely a huge part of my belly dancing. Teaching people how to not just effectively use, but properly control their bodies, is an amazing gift to give. Most people don't have a lot of body awareness, so for me it’s awesome when "the light bulb goes on" and a client actually says, "Oh, wow, that's what you've been talking about? Aahhh, now I get it." |E| Jennifer teaches classes at Mantra Yoga Studio in Thornbury. pureandnaturaleuphoria@hotmail.com (Read more of Jen’s thoughts on Escarpment facebook.)

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WELLNESS | spotlight

memories camp celtic of It’s

7:45 am and 120 bleary-eyed, sunroasted campers are encircling the flagpole at Celtic Sports and Arts Camp, preparing to sing the national anthem.

Camp Celtic is a rugged, 81 hectare oasis on the Bruce Peninsula, just a 3 hour drive from most Southern Ontario cities. There is no foot-dragging here. The boys, ages 7 – 15, respectfully doff their city-kid hats, and the girls, same ages, put aside their conversations, as a designated camper gingerly raises the Maple Leaf. Just as they sing the final “We stand on guard for Thee”, the flag snaps open in the breeze. Delighted by this serendipity, they applaud.

This morning ritual, like dozens of others here, is never waived…and it is a measure of the fairytale nature of summer camp, that this particular rite has been performed each morning here for going on 27 years.

Over half a million Canadian children attend overnight or day camp each summer and for the past couple of generations, camp has been a way of life for kids sprung from school for the summer, and for families who want to extend their childrens’ experiences beyond the classroom…allowing them to participate in enjoyable activities that enhance their self-image and have multiple long-term benefits.

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Talk to almost any adult who spent any part of summer at camp, and discover that the memories are burnished to a golden lustre. Talk to kids who are at camp today, and they tell tales of crying the night before they have to return home.

In an age when so many of the institutions that deal with children seem to be faltering, summer camp is still chugging merrily along, offering those same winning ingredients…no parents, lots of adventure, and 24 hours a day of fresh air.

But it would be wrong to suppose that camping has not changed over the decades. In these pressured times, even camp has become a bit more intense. More and more, kids who go to camp are expected to come away with some learning. Camp is a way to get a leg up.

At Camp Celtic kids are booked into one of 4 learning streams…land sports, water sports, an adventure package that includes outdoor skills, climbing, archery and a “Celtic” package that is focused primarily on performing and fine arts.

“We’re not in the business of just keeping kids busy, we are mentors and instructors”, says Director Tim Matheson, known to all as “Lumpy”, in the time-honoured tradition of nicknames at camp. The kids and staff who live in this tightly-knit camp community measure their space in hectares and their fun in hours but there is necessary structure in place as well. At Celtic, for instance, right after the ritual flag-raising, the campers troop into the huge, Hogwarts style dining hall for breakfast. Under close supervision they wash their hands in soapy water before taking a seat at their assigned table. After the meal, a designated “Gopher”, (reassigned after every 3 meals), collects and removes the dishes, serving bowls, and left-overs…and stays behind to make ready the hall for the next meal.

Within minutes of a meal ending, campers return to their cabins to get ready for the next round of activity…be it instructional class, an all-camp game, a trip to the beach, or campfire.

By the time night falls, and the flag is lowered, these are 120 tired campers. But not before they cram their weary forms into hexagonal-shaped rows of benches around the fire. The air is hot with sparks and heavy with lassitude.

Then the gentle singing begins. Not old rock songs or modern rap. These are grade-school ditties featuring pink porpoises and sung in rounds. The tempo starts slowly and gradually builds to a crescendo of loud and fun songs, before the mood quiets, and a guitar or two strums out the final, soft songs of the evening.

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In the quiet of the night, the young people of this camp, engulfed in an environment that is blessed by earth, water, air, and fire…proclaim…

We all know frogs go…la de da de da, la de da de da, la de da de da. We all know frogs go…la de da de da.

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WELLNESS | spotlight

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FIT INDESTRI

If you’ve ever searched for a modern workout with fast results, chances are

you’ve heard about CrossFit. It is a style of workout that incorporates standard movements with weightlifting, gymnastics and sprinting. CrossFit is done at such a fast, accelerated rate that workouts can be done in half the time as a traditional gym workouts.

Scott Thornton, owner of CrossFit Indestri is best known for his professional hockey career in the NHL. Scott played on 6 different teams throughout his 18-year career, and as anyone knows to survive 18 years in the NHL you have to understand a thing or two about strength and conditioning. It is this knowledge and passion for fitness that has led Scott to start his own gym right here in Collingwood. It is Scott’s enthusiasm for CrossFit that has captivated his clients both young and old. From the beginner athlete right through to professional, Scott takes pride in helping people reach their goals.

If you Google CrossFit you might be intimidated by the “cult-like” following, but don’t worry. As Scott says, “Like almost anything new, people are intimidated. The hardest part of CrossFit is walking through my door for the first time. We have clients as young as 10 and as seasoned as 69 years. We have athletes that have had zero physical fitness in 5 years and want to try and lose 50 pounds, to athletes that need a refreshing new challenge, because their results have stalled with previous workouts. Everyone works together, supports each other and as a result they all improve together”.

Scott and his qualified staff will teach the individual how to move their bodies with proper mechanics, stability, balance and agility to help develop cardiorespiratory endurance, coordination, power, speed, flexibility and stamina. A typical class includes a warm-up, a skill development segment and high intensity workout that may vary in length from just ten minutes to twenty-five minutes.

CrossFit Indestri is growing rapidly. Having been open for just eight weeks, memberships are increasing monthly and Scott has been asked to coach teams such as the Georgian Bay Golf Academy and members from the National Ski Academy. Scott designs workout programs specifically to the individual sport, and tailors the program for each athlete. Scott has also been asked to speak at the local high schools about CrossFit and its benefits. |E|

CrossFit is a challenging mixture of three sports, weightlifting, gymnastics and sprinting.

Some may say that this seems impossible to start since they have never lifted a weight above their head, pulled their own body weight, or run a half mile, but these are all movements that even a beginner can do at a modified level. The intensity can be customized based on the individual’s age and fitness level. The fundamental movements are varied constantly at high intensity to give an excellent overall core strength and conditioning. Runners will notice increased strength, speed and power.

To get started and since most of the exercises are relatively unknown, CrossFit recommends that you begin learning the fundamental movements through what Scott calls the “Foundations Program”. This allows the athlete to focus on the main movements with solid instruction. Once this has been completed, the athletes will feel comfortable and confident enough to jump right into the WOD’s (Workout Of Day). The Foundations Program has been designed for anyone with little or no experience with weightlifting or gymnastics.

From skiers, skaters, triathletes, golfers, mountain bikers, Olympic athletes, and couch potatoes… from children to grandparents, the need for exercise differ by degree, not movement. At CrossFit Indestri you are required to think, you must use your brain as well as your muscles to learn and challenge yourself. You will try new movements that you never thought you could do, and perfect new skills that will require you to be focused and present.

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WELLNESS | bushwacker

bushwacker

Story & Photos | Tom Hakala

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would think by now that I should be some kind of expert at bushwhack skiing as I’ve been doing it off and on for over fifty years. My first skis were solid wood with steel edges and sported the latest in cable bindings. This was in the days before skis were made for specific purposes… back when skis were just skis. My parents took me to the local ski hill where I learned by trial and error to grab the rope tow without dislocating my shoulder and I somehow managed a rudimentary Stem Christie to help me avoid hitting trees or worse yet, other skiers.

One winter weekend we travelled up north to my grandparents’ place, “We can go skiing while we’re there,” said dad. I pictured myself cruising down the slopes at Caberfae Lodge, which was a well known ski resort not far from there— but alas—we headed instead to our family farm. Dad reached into the truck and grabbed an ancient pair of handmade, wooden skis for himself that he’d found in my grandfather’s woodshed. They had leather straps for bindings and sandpaper had been glued on top in an attempt to keep boots from sliding off. The old man tossed them onto the snow, slid his boots into the leather loops and skied off. He looked over his shoulder and said, “Come on. Let’s go!” “But there’s no tow and no hills!” I whined. He just kept trudging through the snow and shouted with gusto, “This is REAL skiing. This is how we did it when I was a kid!” I begrudgingly strapped into my skis and followed… but I didn’t like it.

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After skiing through the bush we discovered a few small hills that we climbed then glided down on the far side. Along the way, we spotted deer loping through the bush, scared up a couple of partridges (or they scared us) and spotted an owl perched up high in a massive, old oak tree. By the time I got back to the car I forgot that I wasn’t having any fun.

What I had failed to realize was that buried under that lovely layer of fluff was an old, long forgotten, barbed wire fence. My skis went under the fence — I went over it and was left hanging upside down like a shirt over a clothesline. I tried to reach up and undo the binding but couldn’t get any leverage because of the bottomless snow.

Over the years, I more or less forgot about this type of skiing as I gravitated towards the excitement of lifts and downhill skiing that I still enjoy today. But by the early seventies, the cross-country (Nordic) boom had hit North America and our family invested in the newest X-C equipment. We’d head over to Harrison Park to enjoy the groomed trails and found Nordic skiing to be a healthy and fun activity and soon the long-ago memories of bushwacking with my dad crept back into my consciousness.

Rascal was just standing there with her head cocked to the side, looking at me. “Rascal, go get mommy!” I commanded in desperation. I envisioned her bounding home and barking at the door just like Lassie the Wonder Dog. Then my wife would somehow figure out that I was in trouble and follow the dog to my dilemma. Rascal was a Border Collie/Lab cross and seemed to posses the best attributes of both breeds. Alas on this day, instead of Lassie she was a goofy, slobbering lab. She bounced around in circles, bound over to me, licked my face then ran around and around again.

Stupid dog!

I dug out an old pair of downhill skis, screwed on some three-pin cross-country bindings and struck out to parts unknown in the woods across from our house. The skis were wide and great for breaking trail but they were pretty heavy for going any distance, and they tended to backslide when I attempted to climb even the smallest hills. Nonetheless, I had fun exploring the snow-covered countryside that was so close yet felt like another world.

Then we moved to a new house located on a hill top surrounded by steep, wooded hills. Around the same time I bought a new pair of skis called ‘Bushwackers’. They were wide like downhill skis but were relatively light, had fish scales on the bottom and used X-C bindings and boots. When the snow was new and deep they worked like a charm. I could climb hills and then managed telemark turns down and between the trees. However, since they didn’t have steel edges when the snow became hard-packed, they tended to skid out from under me — I really had to pick and choose the days I used them.

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I decided to try another tact and dug around in the deep snow until I found a ski pole. I was then able to reach the binding release and it popped open.

Repeating the maneuver with the other binding, I was free to roll down the rest of the steep incline.

With snow lining every crevice, I sheepishly headed home. Stupid me!

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I have since found a pair of bushwacker skis that seem to do everything I want. They are wide for stability in deep snow, yet are shaped and have steel edges for making quick, short turns in all conditions.

The skis also have fishscale bases for climbing and are very light weight. Though these skis are a great technological advancement, it is the skier that controls where they should go and where they don’t belong. I guess I’m never too old to learn to ski smarter. |E|

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One crisp winter’s day, I headed off bushwack skiing with my old dog, Rascal. It had snowed a couple of feet the night before so it was wonderful. I herringboned up the hills and shot down into the narrow valleys below. Rascal leaped porpoise-like through the deep fluff with ease, having the time of her life. After an energetic hour or so I decided to head home. At the top of a large hill we came to a deep cut that dropped almost straight down onto an abandoned logging road. Peering over the edge I decided it was too far to go around and the new snow was deep and soft… so what could happen? I jumped off the cliff and sped straight down.

Then without warning my skis stopped dead… but I kept going… until my face hit the snow. Puff! I was up to my neck in cold snow.

bushwacking or back-country skiing: 1. Know the area you are skiing. If you are unsure of the area use caution. Be careful not to trespass.

2. After the first big snowfall there is no base underneath. Keep in mind that deadfall could be lurking under the smooth layer of snow.

3. Don’t ski alone or bring a smarter dog. Always tell someone where you are going and how long you plan on being out.

4. Even though you’re ‘getting away - carrying a cell phone is good common sense.

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WELLNESS | nordic ways

NORDIC ways Story & Photos | Jen Scholte

For those of us con-

stantly seeking ‘more’ and ‘new’ in the world of sport we find comfort in starting with tradition and giving it a little twist. We combine the sports of swimming, cycling and running into Triathlon, running followed by cycling into Duathlon and for the winter enduro-enthusiasts combine nordic skiing and precision shooting to race in Biathlon.

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Multi-sport offers a heightened level of mental strategy, problem solving and as we would expect, athletic skill. Local Nordic facilities engage area athletes while at the same time inviting the recreational skier to enjoy a natural trail setting and serene wilderness environment.

Biathlon is a niche market testing the two distinct disciplines of skate skiing and precision shooting. With Canada Winter Games just around the corner, Canadian Juniors will race this season with goals to qualify for the Games in Halifax. Local athlete, Patrick Skelton(19), Biathlon Ontario Team member and Highlands Trailblazer, has a goal to achieve 5th place overall. He trains 500 hours a year for endurance, speed and strength adding an additional 300 hours with 7000 rounds of shooting practice. Last winter was a first for Highlands Trailblazer’s to offer a Biathlon Bears program that introduces the sport to kids age 1014. The multi-disciplinary approach offers these kids a diverse experience and a community that is unique amongst them. Our area is full of potential skill, coaching, skiing and pulling it all together is the magical ingredient needed to advance the sport in the province.

Although our national ski team trains in Canmore, Alberta, Ontario remains home for many high performance athletes. Our own, Brittany Webster, also a Highland Trailblazer was named to the 2010 Olympic Team. Brittany continues to inspire our local athletes and last year, Shelby Dickey(16) an aspiring racer skied off with Brittany for a few minutes of inspiration. Only a few short months later, Dickey has earned a place on the Ontario Ski team, an opportunity to train in Finland and will travel west twice this winter for National race experience. These experiences are all building blocks to strong foundation as a World Junior.

In the Nordic Ski and Biathlon world we share a desire to be out in the fresh air, to hear our hearts pound in

the silence of nature, and to participate in a sport that requires the highest level of physical fitness and endurance. It’s inspiring and empowering to have an impact both as an athlete and as a coach. You never know, when a recreational skier puts on their first pair of cross country skis, they may just become our next champion.

Sheer enjoyment of nature, being fit and living an active lifestyle attracts our locals to the nordic ski and snow shoe trails that meander throughout the area.

Scenic Caves Nordic Centre is conveniently located at the top of Blue Mountain and offers 16 kilometers of groomed trails, meandering through a quiet forest of sugar maples, beeches and oaks, high atop the Niagara Escarpment.

The Dunes area of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park provides a spectacular 800 hectare backdrop to 30 kilometers of cross-country ski trails through a mixed forest of oaks and towering pines.

Highlands Nordic offers 25km of trails groomed daily for classic and skate along with 8km’s of marked snowshoe trails that tour the Niagara Escarpment forest. The facility offers a pro-shop, service bench, meeting rooms, and home cooking from the Rockside Cafe.

Together, Wasaga Nordic, Scenic Caves Nordic Centre and Highlands Nordic have created a ‘SKI 3’ pass to promote participation for 3 days at 3 different places. Each location offers skate skiing, classic skiing, snowshoeing and has rental equipment available.

As the area demographics welcome a retiring population, local facilities encourage the ‘sport for life’ concept. Cross-country skiing, both classic and skate are low impact and offer healthy cardiovascular benefits to all ages. Nordic skiing is truly an invitation to connect with nature. It’s a sport for all ages that will keep you ‘fit for life’! |E|

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WELLNESS | sport parenting

sport

parenting Exposing your athletes to sports provides them a great opportunity to

How to be your athletes’ #1 fan and greatest supporter

Although the benefits listed above are valuable, the number one reason your athletes participate in sport is to have fun. Of all the young people who participate in athletics, 90% are involved in some form of organized sport. These programs are increasingly emphasizing winning while the “fun” aspect is being neglected.

Research in sport psychology continues to demonstrate that when your athletes have fun, they exert more effort.

Effort directly influences their physical and psychological development, leading to performance enhancement.

learn physical skills and improve their health and fitness.

Equally important is that sport

Winning is inevitable in sport. The desire to be the best will never disappear, nor should it. That said, when the pressure to achieve high levels of performance is not balanced with the enjoyment of sport participation, your athletes are susceptible to emotional exhaustion that can lead to burnout or sport dropout. Too many athletes have suffered these consequences and have never truly realized their potential as an athlete as well as develop a lasting active and healthy lifestyle.

builds character, leadership skills, self-discipline, respect for authority, competitiveness, cooperativeness and self-confidence.

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As a parent, you have the opportunity and responsibility to support your athletes through their participation in sport. Here are five key factors that will help you be a strong support system and influence a balanced focus on performance and enjoying the sport experience.

1. Focus on effort and the technical and tactical components of sport - Ask any professional and Olympic athlete and they’ll tell you their main goal is to win. They will also tell you that the only way to be #1 is to focus on the process and exert 100% effort during competition and in their preparation. Effort is the only thing your athletes have complete control of. When only one athlete or one team can be the best in a specific competition, it’s necessary to emphasize additional methods for measuring success. After training and competition, allow your athletes to share their technical and tactical improvements. These achievements will help them develop confidence and enjoy their sport participation. In turn, your athletes will develop a stronger focus on the process, leading to performance improvements.

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Attend “significant” competitions and “less significant” competitions - Qualifiers and championships place a tremendous

amount of pressure on your athletes. When you make more of an effort to attend the “bigger” events, you give your athletes one more reason to feel anxious. In addition to wanting to perform well for themselves and their team, they also want to please their mom and dad who took the time to come and watch them compete. Being present at the less significant competitions as well as the significant ones will help to provide your athletes with a sense of stability and balance across the season. It will also communicate to them that you attend competitions because you enjoy watching them compete and not because you care only about the season’s results.

3. Find qualified coaches and then allow them to coach - It is your responsibility to ensure your athletes have coaches who are caring, knowledgeable, experienced and fun. Once you have found suitable coaches, allow the coaches to fulfill their roles.

Athletes are very perceptive. When they believe you don’t trust their coaches, it makes it difficult for them to follow instruction. If an issue does arise, ask yourself, will intervening mid-season be advantageous or damaging to my athletes? Sometimes, it may be better to let the season play out. Then, in preparation for the next season, you can get involved to ensure your athletes are given the best opportunity to succeed.

4. Ask, even if you think you know the answer - Always ask your athletes how you can best support them throughout the season.

Ask them what they would like you to say before, during and after training and competition. If you don’t ask, you will say what you think is helpful and what worked (or works) for you. Your athletes may want something different. Even if they don’t have an answer for you, the lines of communication will be open, making it more comfortable for your athletes to talk to you once they identify the best way you can support them.

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Demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence - Every sport comes with victory and defeat. Be happy

and enthusiastic when your athletes succeed. Allow them to express their feelings after a disappointing performance, but also help them see the positive side of the competition or focus on their efforts for the next day. Teach your athletes to lose with dignity and win with grace. Always remember that you are the most important role model for your athletes in sport and every life endeavor. |E| About Dr. Haley - With a Ph.D. in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Dr. Haley is an adjunct professor, seminar leader, consultant to national team and Division I athletes, published author of The Ultimate Achievement Journal, The Inside Drive and The Guidebook to Gold Series, as well as appointed an Industry Leader by IHRSA. A former elite athlete, coach and fitness professional, Dr. Haley is an expert at empowering individuals to achieve peak results.

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WELLNESS | stay healthy

Winter is too much fun to be side-lined with a cold or flu.

Wouldn’t you rather be skiing, snowshoeing, fort-making and skating than staying indoors nursing your symptoms?

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Following these suggestions will help you have a healthier season… and a quicker recovery if illness does occur!

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Important Factors for Staying Healthy this

Avoid sugar - Refined sugar has been clinically shown to reduce immune function for up to 4 hours after ingestion. This does not just pertain to candies and sweets, however; bottled, jarred and prepared foods often have sugar in them (eg. salad dressings, mayonnaise, ketchup, pasta sauce, etc.). Sugar will be listed on ingredient labels as ‘syrup’, ‘cane juice’ or any word ending with ‘-ose’ (eg. glucose, fructose, dextrose, lactose, etc.). Prevention: consciously reduce your sugar intake throughout the winter months. Treatment: at first sign of illness, completely eliminate all refined sugars from your diet, including most cough syrups.

2. Avoid dairy products when you’re suffering from cold or flu.

Dairy products increase the natural production of mucus in your body. This can increase congestion in your sinuses, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract and intestines, leading to greater discomfort and longer duration of illness. Dairy includes milk, butter, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, cottage cheese and anything else that originated in the udder of a cow, goat or sheep!

3. Drink water in preference to other beverages. Your body is 70% water and requires adequate ingestion for optimal health. A good way to calculate your water needs in a day is half your body weight, in ounces. Eg. a 160 lb person requires 80 ounces of water each day (=10 cups or 2.5L) Caffeine (coffee, black tea, hot chocolate) and alcohol are diuretics and increase your need for water.

4. Move your body every day. Mild to moderate exercise on a daily basis,

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preferably in the morning, will help support your immune function. Begin with 3x weekly for 20+ minutes; your goal being 45minutes a day, 1 day for each decade of your life. Eg. if you are in your 60s, be active 6 days of the week. Also, be sure to spend at least 10 minutes outside each day, breathing deeply.

5. Probiotic supplementation - Probiotics, such as Acidophilus and Bifidus, are the friendly bacteria that reside primarily in your digestive tract and are a very important frontline factor in your immune health. These bacteria are negatively impacted by the use of antibiotics as well as the chlorine in your water, pesticides on your foods, and inadequate fibre intake. Taking 1 capsule daily will help prevent infection this winter.

Also of great importance is the consumption of foods abundant in health-promoting nutrients. Did you know that vegetables and fruits contain a nutrient profile that is not found in any other food group? If you are 160lb, aim for 600g of vegetables (raw weight) each day.

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WELLNESS | back to the core

BACK core TO THE

Patients who see me for back pain are often surprised when I take them to the gym area at the clinic and teach them exercises that

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often see patients presenting with back pain. It may be their first episode, but more often it is a reoccurrence of a previous injury or weakness. They often tell me that they have been told by a trainer, friend, or health professional that they need to strengthen their ‘core’. I am happy at that point because I know we are all thinking along the right lines.

I would first like to clear up some they were once myths surrounding “the core” and afraid to then talk about a sensible approach to treating and preventing back pain. perform.

The common misconception is that, to The smile on help the back, we need to work on our anterior abdominal musculature their faces as by doing crunches, sit-ups, leg raises, they realize they (the list goes on). Unfortunately, strengthening these muscles, comcan help monly referred to as outer core musthemselves cles (or “six pack”) muscles won’t really help our backs. return to their The muscles that really count are the activities faster inner core muscles which are located more at the sides of our abdomen than they and along the spine. These work in thought possible, conjunction with the pelvic floor muscles and the diaphragm. Also impormakes my tant is the supportive role played by day. the buttock and thigh muscles.

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Pivotal research in the role of core muscles has been carried out by Dr. Stuart McGill, from the University of Waterloo. An engineer, he has done a lot of studies into back function and was able to show that the “stack of bones” making up the vertebral column is inherently weak on its own merit. What really gives it strength is the support of the surrounding musculature i.e. “the core’.

Dr. McGill’s work has revolutionized not only how we train our athletes but also how each of us can prevent injury as we go about our activities of daily living. For example, strong core muscles are crucial in protecting our backs as we lift an awkward heavy suitcase, or try to make a quick turn on the ski hill.

Another thing we have learned is that trying to strengthen each of our core muscles individually is virtually impossible. Many exercise techniques, such as “bridging” and working out on a theraball, have been developed to help us coordinate and get all of the appropriate muscles working together. (I have a saying, “If all you are doing is exercising while lying on your back, you probably aren’t strengthening it.”) The next step is to work on integrating these techniques into our daily activities and sports.

Patients who see me for back pain are often surprised when I take them to the gym area at the clinic and teach them exercises that they were once afraid to perform. The smile on their faces as they realize they can help themselves return to their activities faster than they thought possible, makes my day.

If you are concerned about your back, there are simple lumbar endurance tests, requiring little equipment, which can tell you whether you are at risk for a back injury. Give us a call. |E| Dr. Starr, Doctor of Chiropractic, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Active Release Techniques Provider, has recently joined the staff of Collingwood Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Centre

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WELLNESS | power nutrition

POWER Nutri t i o n: Eating for your ACTIVE lifestyle

If you feel like you’re running on empty, lacking energy, not recovering from workouts or not coping well with the demands of your day, you may be in need of a nutritional tune up. Get your body back on track with these power tips:

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Skip North American staples. Refined carbohydrates like highly processed grains and sugary drinks are a recipe for disaster. Rates of chronic disease are skyrocketing due to the overconsumption of these calorie dense, nutritionally devoid, high glycemic index foods. Fast food is quite simply the fast track to burn out, and filling up on fillers is not going to get you to the finish line. Your waistline, wellbeing and arteries will be the first to suffer if you consume these items regularly. Eventually, these foods will affect your performance and contribute to premature aging. Avoid white bread, baked goods, white pasta and starchy vegetables like potatoes. Replace these staples with whole grains like quinoa, brown rice, buckwheat, high protein legumes and as many colourful vegetables as you can fit on your plate. By avoiding refined carbohydrates and eating whole foods, you will enjoy sustained energy, improved digestion, and better health as you age.

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Be a well oiled machine. A common misconception about dietary lipids is that unsaturated fats are uniformly healthy. In reality, there are different kinds of unsaturated fats; while some are beneficial others can work against you. Omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are metabolized into eicosanoids, a group of inflammation modulating compounds that includes prostaglandins, leukotrienes and thromboxanes. Omega-3 PUFAs, which come from fish, flaxseeds, walnuts, canola oil and omega-3 eggs, turn into anti-inflammatory eicosanoids. On the other hand, omega-6 PUFAs, which come from corn, safflower, sunflower and soybean oils, meats and regular eggs, turn into pro-inflammatory eicosanoids.Foods rich in omega6 PUFAs are consumed in excess by the average Canadian, while the relative consumption of foods rich in omega-3 PUFAs is far too low. According to leading scientists at the University of Guelph, this imbalance in the ratio of omega-6 to omega -3 PUFAs is considered to be a key factor in the development of inflammatory diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease, atherosclerosis and the development of certain types of cancer. Since inflammation is the archenemy of the athlete, it’s essential to balance your intake of PUFAs even before an injury puts you on the bench. Get started by banishing vegetable oils like those made from corn, safflower, sunflower and soybeans. Arm yourself with inflammation fighting omega-3 PUFAs by eating fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, herring and sardines, as well as flaxseeds, flax oil and walnuts. Choose omega-3 enriched eggs over their conventional counterparts and keep in mind that meat from grass fed or free range animals contains a higher ratio of omega-3 versus omega-6 PUFAs. The best way to supplement your omega-3 intake is to take a high quality, molecularly distilled fish oil concentrate standardized to the active fatty acid constituents EPA and DHA.

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Eat plants... and lots of them. Countless studies show that eating vegetables and fruits decreases one’s risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes and many forms of cancer. In addition to preventing chronic disease, incorporating more plant based foods enhances athletic performance by supplying the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants needed for energy production, tissue repair and a robust immune system. Essentially, a plant based diet keeps you younger, longer. Support your best health every day by consuming a variety of vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains. Bodies in motion crave whole foods so avoid anything highly processed or overcooked; the more wholesome and raw, the better. You don’t have to be an elite athlete to benefit from these power foods. Active lifestyles of all kinds require high performance nourishment. Whether you’re chasing your kids or chasing a world record, the right food choices are essential to keep you on top of your game. |E|

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WELLNESS | our pets

Osteoarthritis and our

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BY DR. JACQUIE PANKATZ

All pets, including cats, are predisposed to osteoarthritis as they age

As our pets age, their bodies undergo the same changes that humans encounter as we get older.

In particular, our pets can suffer degenerative changes in their joints, known as osteoarthritis.

but large breed dogs appear to be over-represented in the population. Because our pets are considered to be entering their senior years at about 7 or 8, this is the most common time that signs of arthritis can appear. If, however, a pet had suffered a joint injury or was born with joint disease, such as hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis may rear its ugly head much earlier in a pet’s life. Veterinarians can make a diagnosis of osteoarthritis by performing x-rays of your pet’s joints. We also rely heavily on the medical history in order to formulate a diagnosis. The challenge is that many pet owners have difficulty determining if their pet is suffering from the pain of this condition. Anyone who has ever shared their home with a Labrador or Golden Retriever knows that these breeds are among the happiest, tail-wagging creatures on earth. Just hearing the phrase “go for a walk” will often override any hesitation of going as they are just so excited to do this activity. What often happens is that the pet over does it and pays for it the following days. Signs of osteoarthritis pain in your pet can be subtle and if we wait until our pet is actually whimpering or not eating, the pain has likely been present for a long time and has gotten really bad. Senior pet health visits to your veterinarian are vitality important to help pet owners sort out the signs of aging from actual disease processes.

What are signs of osteoarthritis in our pets? Difficulty or slowness getting up or laying down, difficulty on stairs, decreased interaction with the family, change in behaviour, shaking or panting excessively for no apparent reason, licking at legs or joints and changes in appetite may indicate that there is a problem.

Cats can be challenging to detect arthritic pain but we now know that lack of jumping, accidents outside the litter box or constipation, hiding, poor appetite and changes in behaviour are linked to arthritic pain in these pets. Recent research has indicated that feline osteoarthritis is much more prevalent than we have once thought and many cats can benefit from an arthritis management program to help increase their quality of life.

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One of the most beneficial things that you can do to help your arthritic pet is to keep him/her a healthy weight and body condition score. Excessive weight places excessive pressure on the joints which can actually speed up the degenerative process. Recent breakthroughs in veterinary nutrition have helped our arthritic pets tremendously over the last couple of years. Placing your pet on a joint diet prescribed by your veterinarian can help most pets with visibly noticed results in as little as 1-2 months. Joint supplements, such as glucosamine and chondroitin, have also showed promising results in many pets. Medications, known as non-steroidal antiinflammatories (NSAIDs), are sometimes needed as well. These medications help decrease the inflammatory mediators in the joints which destroy cartilage, but also decrease the pain associated with the disease. Because dogs and cats can be particularly sensitive to NSAIDs, only veterinary prescribed versions should be used to avoid serious toxic side effects. Ibuprofen, for example, a common over the counter NSAID used in humans, can cause kidney failure and possible death if used in our dogs or cats. Other treatment modalities include acupuncture and laser therapy. Once regarded as alternative treatments for osteoarthritis, these services are becoming more main stream and are increasingly available to pet owners. Acupuncture and laser therapy can be particularly beneficial in those pets who do not tolerate medications well or who are not responding to more traditional therapies. |E|

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FINANCE | your wealth

wealth YOUR BY

GIVEN the changes in the taxation of dividend income over the last few years, it’s a good time to revisit the taxation of all investment income, including interest, dividends and capital gains. If you compare the different tax rates on these sources of investment income, it’s clear that not all investment income is equal on an after-tax basis. Even tax-conscious investors may not appreciate how the changes to the taxation of eligible dividends may impact their after-tax returns.

Let us introduce the concept of eligible dividends.

In the past, capital gains have been taxed at lower rates than other types of investment income such as interest and dividends. In 2006, when the federal government introduced the concept of eligible dividends which are subject to lower tax rates, the preferential tax treatment of capital gains versus dividends substantially narrowed. (Eligible dividends include taxable dividends that are received by a Canadian resident individual paid after 2005 by public Canadian corporations and designated as an eligible dividend – which encompasses most dividends from Canadian public corporations.)

The revised dividend tax regime originally increased the dividend gross-up from 25% to 45% and originally increased the dividend tax credit from 13 1/3% of the grossed-up dividend to 18.966%. As a result, an eligible dividend of $100 would be reported as $145 as the taxable amount on your tax return (versus $125 for non-eligible dividends). Dividends received which are not “eligible” dividends remain subject to the prior 25% gross-up and 13 1/3% credit mechanism.

Here are the changes effective for 2010. As a result of subsequent reductions in the federal general corporate income tax rate, the 2008 federal

The Combined Top Marginal Tax Rates for 2010 in the preceding table compares specific tax rates by province for each type of investment income, taking into account these changes.

As outlined in this table, the tax rate for eligible dividends will depend on the province in which you reside. In the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick, eligible dividends incur a lower top rate of tax than capital gains in 2010. In most other provinces, the tax differential between dividends and capital gains is not significant.

However, one often over-looked implication of the new dividend tax regime is the impact that the higher gross-up of eligible dividend income can have on taxable income, particularly for individuals who receive income-tested benefits or credits. Although the dividend and gross-up tax mechanism can

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result in very low effective tax rates for individuals in the lower marginal tax brackets, the impact on the calculation of their taxable income resulting from the higher dividend gross-up can negatively affect income-tested benefits and tax credits, such as Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplements (GIS), the age and medical tax credits and other provincial benefits. For these individuals, an understanding of any potential impact on income-tested benefits would be required for full analysis of the tax-efficiency of the various sources of investment income. As previously noted, the taxation of eligible dividends was further tweaked for the 2010 to 2012 taxation years.

The table below illustrates the impact of these changes for 2010 and the effect of these forthcoming federal changes and any provincial responses to-date to these changes by reflecting the proposed combined top dividend tax rates by province for 2011 and 2012, although further changes may be announced prior to implementation. (TABLE TWO)

Because of the previous and forthcoming changes to the taxation of eligible dividends, this is an ideal time to discuss the types of investment income your investment portfolios earn to understand and consider the potential impact of these tax changes to your portfolio. Recognizing your investment objectives, your advisor should review your current portfolio with a view towards maximizing its after-tax return. Please consult an accounting professional in conjunction with your investment advisor when considering tax implications for your portfolio.

At the end of the year, it’s important to understand what’s left in your portfolio after taxes, it is your wealth. |E|

TABLE TWO

Combined Top Marginal Tax Rates - 2010(1) Salary & Interest

Capital Gains

43.70% 39.00% 44.00% 46.40% 46.41% 48.22% 43.30% 50.00% 47.37% 43.40%

21.85% 19.50% 22.00% 23.20% 23.20% 24.11% 21.65% 25.00% 23.69% 21.70%

Salary & Interest

Eligible Dividends

33.71% 27.71% 30.83% 38.21% 32.57% 36.35% 30.83% 36.21% 39.66% 31.33%

21.45% 15.88% 21.64% 25.09% 26.57% 30.68% 19.46% 33.58% 25.95% 20.77% (2)

(1) As of May 15, 2010 (2) For eligible dividends paid before July 2010, rate is 22.79%. 2010 Note: Earning additional eligible dividends could reduce OAS benefits and may result in Alternative Minimum Tax. The information in the table should be used for illustration purposes and should not be relied on for tax purposes.

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budget introduced reductions to the gross-up and tax credit mechanism annually from 2010 to 2012 on eligible dividends, thereby increasing the effective tax rate on eligible dividends beginning in 2010. This change was introduced since the dividend tax credit is intended to compensate individual taxpayers for the income tax paid by the corporation paying the eligible dividend, thus a reduction in corporate tax leads to a reduced dividend tax credit. In theory, lower corporate tax should lead to higher dividend payments (or higher share valuations) thereby offsetting the effect of the increased personal tax on eligible dividends.

The impact of these federal changes to the taxation of eligible dividends in 2010 was to decrease the dividend gross-up slightly to 44% (from 45%) and to slightly reduce the federal dividend tax credit to 17.9739% (from 18.966%). (TABLE ONE)

TABLE ONE

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2011 (proposed)

2012 (proposed)

23.91% 17.72% 23.36% 26.74% 28.19% 31.85% 19.77% 35.64% 28.36% 20.96%

26.11% 19.29% 24.81% 28.12% 29.54% 32.81% 21.16% 37.44% 30.50% 22.47%

The information in the table should be used for illustrative purposes only and should not be relied on for tax purposes. Based on proposed announcements in the federal and provincial budgets as of May 15/10. Some of the provincial tax rates incorporated above is not yet law and further changes may be announced in the future. (1) For eligible dividends paid before July/10, rate is 22.79.

Peter Hodgson is a Vice President and Branch Manager as well as an Associate Portfolio Manager with BMO Nesbitt Burns in Collingwood. If you have any questions, please call 705-446-2094.

If you are already a client of BMO Nesbitt Burns, please contact your Investment Advisor for more information. Opinions are those of the author and may not reflect those of BMO Nesbitt Burns.

The information and opinions contained herein have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable but no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to their accuracy or completeness. BMO Nesbitt Burns is a member CIPF. All insurance products and advice are offered through BMO Nesbitt Burns Financial Services Inc. by licensed life insurance agents, and, in Quebec, by financial security advisors. The comments included in the publication are not intended to be a definitive analysis of tax law: The comments contained herein are general in nature and professional advice regarding an individual’s particular tax position should be attained in respect of any person’s specific circumstances.

PR OF I L E TEXT | MEGHAN MOLLOY SKOT Lawrence is proof, “What's meant to be is meant to be”. Yep, you can build a successful business, shut it down, get rid of all of your tools, take up a new profession (or two for that matter) and it won't make a difference.

Desiron Custom Metal specializes in the design and creation of custom iron furniture, interior elements, and inspired art pieces.

The designs feature a distinctive blend of contemporary style and modern design edge and are all handcrafted at the design studio in Thornbury.

Skot’s one of those types who follows his heart and makes sure he loves what he does, paycheck is not the end game.

He’s known best for his business Desiron, making hand crafted iron furniture. However it’s a career not without side trips and creative meandering.

Which is why you might have even been one of the lucky few to enjoy one of the meals he prepared while debating becoming a chef at Ravens golf course, or ride in one of the golf carts he sold while operating a golf business. I have no doubt if Skot went the chef route he'd be a top chef, or if designing custom golf carts there’d be global demand. Luckily through a combination of timing and a change of heart he found his way back to his original creative outlet. But let’s go back to the beginning, back to 1994 in Toronto.

Skot's career actually starts with a belt buckle. True my belt collection is lacking, as I can never seem to find any I like.

The thought of getting out a blowtorch and a welder's mask to solve the problem never really crossed my mind, then again, I'm not Skot. But this is where his story starts, and why his logo today is based on said buckle.

While Skot was living in Toronto working as a bar tender he decided he needed a "creative outlet". He was charmed by the idea of crafting furniture that would end up in people’s homes, to be enjoyed for years. So he rented a space in a mechanic’s garage and built himself a full scale operating welding studio for building iron furniture. Self taught, his first practice came from creating the studio itself. His first finished piece was a belt buckle that caught the eye of a Toronto storeowner when Skot strolled in wearing it.

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The storeowner was so taken with the belt, he asked Skot to redo his entire store, then ultimately take over a section of the store where Skot could sell his own items.

The story continues to be a charmed one, including a lucrative career building sets and props for film/TV production. Then Skot had a realization as he watched a piece of his work flash by in a few seconds of a David Bowie video.

The idea that something that had taken him days of work would only be seen for a moment and then be disposed, left him cold. He was no longer doing what he set out to do, time for a change.

Around this time he took a trip out of the city, and a wrong turn off the main street in Thornbury lead him to a building with a sign posting, “Space for rent, Apt above for rent”. A few phone calls and a few weeks later Skot left Toronto, built a new workshop and store. Finally he was able to starting building the pieces he originally set out to make. The works he sold out of his Thornbury shop sit in many of the homes and businesses all around the Escarpment.

Despite the success of his store, he decided to close it down to pursue other creative outlets. But it didn’t take Skot long to realize he really didn’t want to be a chef, he just enjoyed cooking for his friends. And as for owning a golf cart business, in time he realized as a golf enthusiast he’d rather be riding in a golf cart than selling one.

So today, thanks to a push from his web savvy friend Mike Kearns, he’s built a new studio in Clarksburg and sells all of his products on line.

Since it doesn’t look like Skot will be hanging up his welding tools any time soon, if you want to taste his cooking, I suggest you buy some of his furniture and hopefully, if you buy enough he might offer to cook for you. Ask him to make Mark McEwen’s rib recipe, I hear that’s his specialty. |E| 705.606.0261 WINTER 2011

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COMMUNITY | making a difference

Sustainability 101 WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

ONE of the primary challenges in attempting to recognize sustainability is that there is no universally accepted definition or set of indicators to look for.

The terms, green and sustainable are often used interchangeably, but they don’t really mean the same thing. A product or practice can be green and not be sustainable and sustainable products aren’t always considered green. Let’s explore then, the true meaning of sustainability.

The most common use of triple bottom line thinking is in attempting to account for ecological and social costs in addition to financial performance.

Businesses often assign a monetary value to the ecological and social project components in order to get a clearer view of an undertaking’s true cost as measured in dollars: Human capital, natural capital and monetary capital become the tools of analysis in the TBL model.

For the purpose of making mindful life choices, business decisions and practical decisions, the most common concept of sustainability has to do with the idea that long term well-being takes place when community, environment and economy are in balance. But there is a more nuanced view that defines sustainability as a balance of social, economic, cultural and environmental factors. This view is useful because it breaks out components of community as stand-alone factors in the mix. Another important idea is that of overlap. Most sustainability diagrams illustrate the intersection of its components, but these fail to fully communicate the integrated nature of sustainable systems. Other models of sustainability reveal it as holistic.

Overlapping areas outside of sustainability are explained in different ways depending upon who is providing the explanation, but the basic categories are economic-social, environmental-economic, and social-environmental. Sustainability takes place in the area that all three of the basic components: environment, community, economy -- overlap.

Understanding what each component of sustainability is and how it fits with the other components helps provide a basis for recognizing indicators of balance, but it is equally important to keep in mind that sustainability is more than a simple concoction of parts. For example, the Triple Bottom Line, abbreviated as TBL or 3BL and known as The Three Pillars or People, Planet, Profit, is one of most commonly used models of sustainability and has to do with the idea that long term well-being takes place when community, environment and economy are in balance.

John Elkington coined the term, Triple Bottom Line, in 1994 and later expanded it in his 1998 book, Cannibals with Forks: the Triple Bottom Line of 21st Century Business.

Sustainability has also been defined by The Ecology of Commerce: A Declaration of Sustainability by Paul Hawken and just recently, a native mentor and colleague of mine suggested reading the Public Option Strategies document — The Language of Conversation, How to Communicate Effectively to Build Support for Conservation written by Fairbank Maslin Maullin Metz and Associates 2009. All play an important role in understanding how to incorporate triple bottom line and sustainability into your personal and business day to day experiences.

The commonly accepted definition of sustainability originates from the Brundland Commission – Our Common Future – Report of the World Commission on Environment and Development (1987) - meeting the needs of today without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. (www.worldinbalance.net) This concept of sustainability was subsequently developed into a series of principles through the United Nations Environment Program Melbourne Principles for Sustainable Cities. www.bluewildernessgroup.com

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MARKET SALES ACTIVITY IN THE FOURTH QUARTER OF 2010 BEGAN ON A WEAK FOOTING BUT QUICKLY GAINED TRACTION AS THE QUARTER PROGRESSED, SUGGESTING THE RESALE HOUSING MARKET IS STABILIZING.

DESPITE fairly consistent sales activity over the waning days of summer marked by a notable surge of activity in the higher end recreational market, the moderating sales trend for the Georgian Triangle Real Estate Board is bound to appear more pronounced given the impressive number of sales recorded at this time last year.

Residential sales have returned to more normal levels of activity but are not expected to exceed sales posted in the final half of 2009. Average price is a major indicator of market stability and the GTREB has increased by 9.3% YTD. “Supply and demand are rebalancing, and that’s keeping prices steady in many markets,” said Georges Pahud, president of the Canadian Real Estate Association. “Mortgage lending rates eased in the third quarter, which helped support sales activity over the past couple of months,” added Gregory Klump, CREA’s chief economist..

He further adds that many households will be focused on paying down their debts before the Bank of Canada resumes hiking interest rates anticipated next year. After the rollercoaster ride many housing markets have been on, normal and stable market conditions are something many buyers and seller will welcome. CREA is estimating a 1.2% decline in prices; Toronto Dominion Bank is predicting a 10% drop.

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Interest rates are expected to rise next year but the rate of increases is not expected to be steep nor particularly significant given the broader economic climate. This should ensure that lending conditions will remain attractive to home buyers, thus contributing to the affordability of real estate properties in the area. Sellers, however, will have to be conscious of and in some cases adjust to buyers’ continued price sensitivity given the ongoing concerns and attention being given to escalating household debt levels and the apparent reluctance of buyers to pay more than a perceived value for properties.

Surveys commissioned by both Royal LePage and OREA revealed that 56% of Ontarians mistakenly believe that the new Harmonized Sales Tax [HST]applies to the full purchase price of a resale home. The HST applies to the purchase price of a newly-built home and fees and commissions associated with any real estate transaction but it does not apply to the purchase of resale homes This misunderstanding is having a significant impact on buyer behaviour. The Ontario Real estate Association is calling on the Ontario government to launch an immediate public awareness campaign to educate taxpayers and end the HST confusion.

At the National Association of Realtors [NAR] Conference, an American association, that took place in November 2010 in New Orleans provided interesting data that confirmed many of the trends we are seeing in our area. First time buyers have slowed and investors are showing more confidence. The internet is a major factor for buyers with 90% finding their realtor on the internet [in 1995 it was just 2%!]. Drive in/walk in traffic is now minimal. Online house features, websites and social networking/blogging essential. An astounding 79% of adults use social tools to connect. At the CREA fall assembly further stats were identified. In this country, 94% of Canadian use the internet and the average usage is 45 hours per month, 40% more than any other country.

90% of the homebuyers use the internet as their main source of information, 60% are on Facebook every day.

Statistically a sales/list ratio of 55% is considered a sellers’ market and less than 45% is a buyers’ market. The overall YTD 2010 sales/list ratio for the Georgian Triangle is 35% [43% for the month of November]. In November Collingwood was at 40%, Clearview, 59%, Blue Mountains, 35%, Wasaga Beach 43% and Grey Highlands 37%.

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Sales activity is being driven by sales below $500,000. 1651 of the sales YTD [1631 in 2009], were under $500,000. There have been 127 sales [87 in 2009] between $500,000 and $800,000 , a 46% increase , 17 sales [15 in 2009] between $800,000 and $999,999 since January 1, a 13.3% increase and 25 sales over $1 million this year compared to 15 over a $1 million in 2009, a 66.7% increase.

There are currently 77 properties priced over $1 million on the market in this area, 20 over $2 million. Growing confidence in the economy has encouraged buyers to invest in real estate with high end real estate stats steadily improving. Farmland is still a desirable asset with Ontario experiencing a 4.3% rise in values.

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Sales activity in the fourth quarter of 2010 began on a weak footing but quickly gained traction as the quarter progressed suggesting the resale housing market is stabilizing.

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Collingwood - Collingwood’s $43 million construction total YTD is considerably less than the $61+ figure for the same period last year. But, October was a particularly good month with permits issued for a value of more than $8 million, $4 million for the new Georgian College campus and $1.7 million for The Harbouredge office building on the former Cinema 4 land.

Collingwood [and all the area municipalities] are working on Sustainability Plans, review of their Official Plans and intensification studies based on the government’s Place to Grow mandate.

Collingwood’s former council recently passed an urban design manual, a framework for developments in the municipality. The town has also recently begun a project to develop an Active Transportation Plan design to allow greater opportunities and choices for non-motorized transportation throughout the community. The former library on Second/Maple Streets has been declared surplus and the town has issued a request for proposals.

The Black Ash Adult Lifestyle Village project on the old Cranberry driving range goes before the OMB early next year. The project includes a 120-suite three storey retirement assisted living residence, an 80-suite three storey long-term care nursing home, two mid-rise adult apartment buildings with a total of 180 units, 16 townhouses, 24 semi-detached units, 20 single family homes and a recreation centre. The goal is to provide a diverse range of housing options for the adult lifestyle.

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The refurbished Tremont Hotel that opened with great fanfare in September after an extensive million dollar year long restoration by owners Rick and Anke Lex has been recognized by the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario with the Peter Stokes Restoration Award, an award that recognizes exemplary restoration of significant heritage structures.

A decade long fight to save it the Silver Creek Wetlands from development instigated by the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust has concluded. The Town of Collingwood is acquiring 190 acres of the Silver Creek wetlands following a mediated settlement at the Ontario Municipal Board. Although the town had a significant investment in the long running fight at the OMB with developers Consulate Developments and Joia Investments who wanted to build a golf course and residential development in environmentally protected areas, the deal is now settled.

The Blue Mountains - Building stats in The Blue Mountains are almost $4 million ahead of last year. By the end of October, the figure reached $54.273 million compared to $50.794 in 2009. Projects going through various stages of the approval process are Craigleith’s Terrasan project with 15.21 hectares of the 25.8 hectares property proposed for the development of 26 single detached lots, 134 townhouses, a 130 unit seniors home, 40 residential apartments above commercial space 6,735 square metres of commercial space and 2,088 square metres of institutional space. Another huge project is Georgian Gate located between Osler Bluff Road and Mountain Road roundabout with a proposed 747 units and 36,000 square feet of commercial space. Details for both of these projects are on the town website. ☛

Phase three of the Georgian Woodlands project has now been approved for 249 dwellings, 65 in the first phase. The third phase of Lora Bay will focus on semi-detached golf course villas with six blocks of two units with construction starting in early spring. Local residents banded together to form the Napier Victoria Resident’s Group to address the proposed Telfer Homes project with 97 townhouse style units on lands bound by Napier, Bruce, Duncan and Victoria. In an impressive presentation, the group said they were not opposed to development on the land but urged for good planning and asked town officials to look at the whole neighbourhood, not just one corner. Basically the group stated their reaction was not a NIMBY reaction but a desire to work with the town and participate in community planning.

A new strategy planning initiative titled Red Hot and Blue, posted on the town’s website, is an impressive document providing a long term vision for the municipality’s economic development and sustainability objectives. This is one of several initiatives including the Housing Needs Study, Transportation Study, Cultural Mapping Project and Community Improvement Plan [CIP]. The CIP is based on a community developed vision for the revitalization of the commercial cores of Thornbury, Clarksburg and Craigleith. Part of the CIP process is the Planning, Urban Design and Sustainability Strategy [nicknamed PUDS] to help the town guide future decisions related to physical improvements in the three commercial areas.

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Delphi Park opposite Georgian Peaks now provides the community with parkland access to Georgian Bay. Good use was made of the fallen trees damaged by the tornado last year to create benches on the property. Although excavation was expected to start October 1 on the new Health Centre, construction is now being postponed until the spring because bids came in much greater than anticipated. Spring, rather than winter construction will save several hundred thousand dollars.

The Blue Mountains council has approved a deal between the town and the Blue Mountain Village Association to use Plunge, the mountain aquatic centre, for 280 hours of community programming. The town has in turn agreed to support the Association’s appeal to MPAC for a property tax reduction. Ridge Runner at Blue is slated to be in operation soon. The 2-seater Ridge Runner track starts at the top of the Glades and zigzags down through the trees into the Village. With jumps, corkscrew turns and waves, the design and technology allows this ride to run on its track in most weather conditions, including winter! Blue Mountain has a new partner in the Activity Centre. With a glimpse of the countryside through a fancy carriage ride, Valley Ridge Farm is offering carriage rides with a team of drive horses and fancy carriages through a scenic route carved through its property.

The Centurion cycling event, nicknamed Le Tour de L’Escarpment by this magazine, took place in September. The 25, 50 and 100 mile courses with breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley and Georgian Bay drew riders from all over North America. ☛

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Finally, road work between Thornbury and Meaford is just about complete to the relief of businesses along this corridor. Next year, Meaford to Woodford is scheduled for an upgrade. Construction activity in Meaford is over $18 million slightly ahead of the 2009 figure. Looking forward key projects are the Legion development with 54 apartment style lifelease units and the Legion facilities on the ground floor, the Old Garden Centre project on the west side of Meaford with the potential of 300+ units and the next phase of the Gates of Kent development.

Golfview Estates and Pinehurst, also on the west side of Meaford, have both received draft plan and site plan approvals for 27 units each. Municipal servicing to Knights Home Hardware, on the east side of Meaford should commence in the spring.

International Power Canada is pursuing a 26 turbine wind facility called the Silcote Corners Wind Project in the northwest part of Sydenham Township on privately owned agricultural lots within this area. The public information meeting in November was packed and protestors were out in full force. Letters to the editor of The Meaford Express have been both in favour and against the project.

“The agriculture industry is in a very precarious economic situation at this time and income from wind farms may be the only way farms and farmers can be preserved,” wrote one writer. “ Most of us would appreciate that reliable income source that would allow us to expand, modernize , and just stay in business.” On the opposite side, another writer stated “ The Green Energy Act is very divisive in our community as it puts the few landowners who will benefit from the cash income from the wind machines on their land against the neighbours who have to look at the turbines from their devalued properties.” A group of residents called Wind Concerns Meaford has formed to lobby group against the project.

One of Meaford priorities is to improve communicates with the public and one of the first steps is the new interactive website. Following in the foot steps of Collingwood, Meaford is looking to revitalize the town core area by protecting the heritage character along Sykes Street and at the same time meeting the architectural guidelines outlined in the 2009 Community Improvement Plan. In response to a significant number of questions and expressed concerns, the town issued a press release assuring the public that a demolition permit has not been applied for nor issued for any buildings on the east side of Sykes, Trowbridge and Nelson.

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The area has lost another industry. Barber Glass, a company that employs 45 people in Collingwood, has been placed in receivership. The company that launched a $24 million expansion of the former Alcoa Wheel Plant manufactured oversized, insulated glass for the architectural market.

The official opening of a new Leon’s store in the former Home Hardware store on in Clearview Township opened with great fanfare and the release of 100 yellow biodegradable balloons each filled with a $100 gift certificate and one with a gift certificate for a free television. The 17,000 square foot store employs 29 people.

Although in business for only a year and a half, local trout fishery Kolapore Springs, is making quite a splash! On September 10th, Kolapore Springs trout was served at the David Suzuki Foundation's 20th Anniversary Legacy Gala Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto. The trout was prepared by Canada's world renowned Chef Susur Lee as part of his "locavore" menu. Many local restaurants offer the trout on their menus and it is also available at local retailers. |E|

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3 bath bungalow w/private landscaped lot, finished lower level. Min. to Thornbury, Blue and the bay. $485,000 - Marilyn Douglas / Sue Boadway sue.marilyn@propertiesofbluemountain.com

PRIME DEVELOPMENT SITE 13 acres, approx

walkouts w/mountain views. Beside Plunge, fine dining & Village. Designer details throughout. $469,000 - Josie Schywiola josie@collingwoodproperties.com 705.606.0046

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OFFORD REALTY LTD. Brokerage 72 HURONTARIO ST. COLLINGWOOD 705.445.5640 1 BRUCE STREET - THORNBURY 519.599.3300 MICHAEL KEARNS* 705.888.2888

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MARTIN OOSTERVELD* MARTHA P. WHITTON* 705.446.8747 705.443.9022

DOUG LINTON* 705.444.9643

EMILY BLACK* 705.441.2473

DREW DOUGLAS** 705.441.5152

JOE GARDHOUSE* 705.888.1122

WAYNE CORNFIELD** 705.444.7669

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D I S C O V E R T H E P O W E R O F T H E C E N T U RY 2 1 B R A N D

BREATHTAKING VIEWS of Escarpment & Bay.

WATERFRONT - 107 ft. on Georgian Bay just west of

DECEPTIVELY LARGE 3 + 2 Bdrm home w/2 en-

Stunning finishes. Custom 5 bdrm/3 bath, located between Georgian Bay Club & Peaks. $639,900 - Michael Kearns - 705.888.2888 mikekearns@live.ca 114hooverlane.com

Thornbury harbour. O/C, great room w/cath ceilings & f/p. Walk to town, close to ski & golf clubs. $949,900 - Pat Macleod macsmith@georgian.net 705.444.7471

suite baths, garage, wkshp, rec-rm, open kit-dining-living room, close to schools...what else could you ask for? $274,900 - Doug Linton dflinton@rogers.com 705.444.9643

AWESOME VIEWS OF BLUE Architecturally designed 5 bdrm home w/vaulted ceilings in great rm, designer kit., hot tub. Steps to village. $759,900 - Connie or Bill Thompson connieandbill@connieandbill.com 705.888.0808

7.4 ACRE PRIVATE GETAWAY! Custom built in ’04. Home boasts a large swimming pond & spectacular 360 views of the Beaver Valley & Old Baldy. $434,900 - Michael Kearns mikekearns@live.ca 705.888.2888

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Garden home w/attached

COUNTRY CHARM Almost an acre near Colling-

FABULOUS UNIT AT BASE OF SKI HILL 2 Sep-

wood w/beautiful home, gardens & barn converted to living space. Historic property in Batteaux. $349,000 - Doug Linton dflinton@rogers.com 705.444.9643

arate suites, ideal for 2 families, ground flr w/walk out to 2 patios. Sleeps 8, 10' Ceilings–2 full baths. $369,900 - Connie or Bill Thompson connieandbill@connieandbill.com 705.888.0808

garage & 30’ boat slip. 1377 sf condo offers open concept, w/wood burn fp, w/out to private patio. $299,900 - Pat Macleod macsmith@georgian.net 705.444.7471

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WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME! Raised bungalow in central Thornbury. Master with ensuite on main floor. $369,000 - Emily Black emily@emilyblack.ca 705.441.2473

RAISED BUNGALOW 3 bed/3 bath w/finished

baths, 99.3 acres. Wrap around porch, country kitchen, att. dbl. garage, barn. MLS®# 20104737 $725,000 - Wayne Cornfield cornfield7669@rogers.com 705.444.7669

SECLUDED LUXURY ON 26 ACRES Private drive thru forested entranceway. 5 bdrms, geo thermal heat, 4000 sf. out bldg & swimming pool. $749,000 - Joe Gardhouse gardhouse@rogers.ca 705.888.1122

25 COUNTRY ACRES Minutes from Blue Mountain, Beaver Valley, Thornbury & Ravenna. Drive & culvert installed, 15 acres of White Pine forest & cleared area for residence. www.jochivers.ca $245,000 - Josephine Chivers - 705.441.4893

COMFORTABLE & FREE LIVING 3 bdrm/2 bath

CHRISTIE BEACH WATERFRONT 70’ of sand

118 FT OF PRIME WATERFONT Carefully cus-

OPEN CONCEPT BUNGALOW Country views from

end unit condo. Open concept living, wood f/p, w/out to lrg deck. Fam rm w/gas f/p /stove. $169,900 - Anthony Bauer bauerrealty@georgian.net 519.270.6336

beach. 243’ lot. Gorgeous views & sunsets. Older 2 bdrm summer cottage w/lrg deck. Park like setting. $449,000 - Anthony Bauer bauerrealty@georgian.net 519.270.6336

tom built, skilfully landscaped & meticulously groomed. The perfect package! $1,495,000 - Joe Gardhouse - 705.888.1122 http://myhomes.360photo/3389

garden doors & decking overlook inground pool & flower gardens. 2 fps, maple kitchen, main floor fam rm. Fin. lwr lvl. www.jochivers.ca $359,000 - Josephine Chivers - 705.441.4893

INCREDIBLE VALUE! Applejack condo. 2 bdrm/2 bath. Lower level w/family rm/patio walkout.

Brazilian hdwd flrs, cathedral ceiling, fp & deck. $159,900 - Martha P. Whitton mwhitton@sympatico.ca 705.443.9022

HUME ST. COMMERCIAL ZONING Permits many

NEW HOME Central Collingwood. Deep lot, main flr master, great rm w/vaulted ceiling. Choice of interior finishes. Porter Skelton, Builder. $405,000 - Martha P. Whitton mwhitton@sympatico.ca 705.443.9022

RENOVATED STONE FARMHOUSE - 3 bdrm. 2

72 Hurontario Street, Collingwood

uses. Well maintained 4094 sf brick 7 plex + 1156 sf shop. Highly visible corner. MLS®# 20105626 $925,000 - Wayne Cornfield cornfield7669@rogers.com 705.444.7669

705.445.5640

1 Bruce Street, Thornbury

basement & walkout. Backs onto green space.

Fenced back yard w/privacy deck. Open concept. $134,900 - Drew Douglas - 705.441.5152

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ALTAVISTA 7000+ sf of luxury on top of the Escarpment Commanding views, 7000+ sq. ft., 7 Bedroom custom built Luxury Home Located on 26 acres. $2,200,000

89 FINDLAY DRIVE Offered $354,900

http://myhomes.360photo.ca/6107

Backing onto greenspace w/totally fenced back yard and privacy deck, this raised bungalow with finished basement (with walkout), 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, offers open concept main floor living in a quiet area just minutes from town. MLS®# 20104675

135 LAKE DRIVE - WATERFRONT View inside: http://myhomes.360photo.ca/5188

SWISS MEADOWS Start your day on top http://myhomes.360photo.ca/6106

4 bedroom chalet.

A MUST SEE. $339,000

Offered $780,000 Beautiful landscaping offers privacy & seclusion w/two sand beach areas on 100’ of Georgian Bay. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, family & living areas that walk out to decks.

Minutes to Thornbury or the Raven golf course at Lora Bay. MLS®# 20104764 44 ACRES, 3RD LINE, MEAFORD

Offered $160,000 Excellent acreage and location with distant views of the Bay to build that country home that you have always wanted to build! Approx 100`of road frontage with roughed-in driveway & culvert already in place for you to begin building. MLS®# 20105947

View inside: http://myhomes.360photo.ca/6101

Blaine Bell

Drew Douglas

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705.446.7272 Direct Blaine.Bell@century21.ca

705.441.5152 (cell)

Offord Realty Ltd. Brokerage

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72 Hurontario St. Collingwood, ON L9Y 2L8

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705.445.5640

10 YEAR CENTURIONS

www.proper tiesofbluemountain.com TUSCANY IN THE BEAVER VALLEY

LIVE THE LORA BAY LIFESTYLE!

Enjoy the vistas from this beautiful fully renovated home with new 2500 sf. (5000 sf total) addition. Open concept gourmet kitchen, dining and living room with fireplace, all with large windows soaking in the view. Lg master w/ensuite & deck.

Walkout lower level complete w/Nanny’s quarters, large family room, and laundry room and plenty of storage. New inground pool and oversized double detached garage. Private setting. Asking $925,000

Fabulous view from this beautiful custom built 5 bdrm (4 w/ensuites), 5 1/2 bath home on one of the most spectacular lots in Lora Bay. Open concept gourmet kitchen, living rm w/wood f/p and wallto-wall windows overlooking Georgian Bay. Finished lower level w/large bright family rm, gas f/p, bdrm & 3pc bath. Spa area w/dual steam/sauna, change rm & stair to the outdoor hot tub! Quality upgrades and finishes. Asking $1,280,000

Visit www.propertiesofbluemountain.com for Virtual Tours

CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW IN LORA CRANBERRY! Beautiful 3 bedroom condo BAY On the 13 th hole of The Raven Golf Course, with unobstructed and forever waterfront perfect for retirees. Open concept 4 bdrm (2 w/ensuites), 3 1/2 bath home, finished lower level w/great family room. Lovely kitchen w/granite island, stone fp in living area and lovely window designs.

Asking $659,000

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views! Open concept living area with main floor master w/ensuite - all with that view!!

Walkout lower level w/2 bdrms, bath & laundry. Garage, 2 gas fp's - showroom condition.

Asking $389,000

FABULOUS VIEWS -

over Georgian Bay & Meaford. 4 bdrm/2½ bath, 2 acres. Lg open concept kit/liv/din rm. Master w/ensuite, lg fam rm on main level w/2 bdrms & bath all w/heated flrs. O/S garage w/room above & loading door at the back makes a perfect workshop, studio or could be more living space. Close to everything. Asking $599,000

BEAVER VALLEY VIEW PROPERTY Cozy 3 bdrm/2 bath log chalet on 48 acres with fabulous spring fed pond suitable for swimming.

Private setting w/amazing views. Wood burning fp in open living area, master on main, finished family room in basement. Ideal for Beaver Valley skiers!

Asking $495,000

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WATERFRONT - $1,950,000

SPECTACULAR CUSTOM HOME - $1,299,000

Approx 150`sand beach waterfront in desirable Shore Acres, minutes to Thornbury.

5 bdrm/5 bath, Lg kitchen, ensuite maste, sauna, 2 fps, O/S garage. Views!

5.6acres, over 8000sf living space, 5 bdrm/5bth, custom gourmet kitchen, heated slate & ceramic flrs, 9’ ceilings, 2-tiered decking w/hot tub.

OXBOW PARK DR. WASAGA BEACH - $359,000

50 ACRES - VIEWS - $899,000

Highly desirable location. 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath side split with double car garage, finished basement and large 100x200 lot backing onto green space.

VIEW LOT - $149,000

50 plus acres with views of Georgian Bay & Beaver Valley, close to Thornbury.

4 bdrm/4 bath, just over 3800 sqft finished, 46 x 32` steel outbuilding, pond.

GEORGIAN MEADOWS - $364,900

BLUE MOUNTAIN - $475,000

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.77 of an acre. Across from the 5th tee of the Raven Golf Club at Lora Bay. Rare opportunity!

3 bdrm, 4 bath, PREMIUM lot, California ceilings, multi level decking onto green space, dbl attached garage.

7 bdrm/4 bth, open concept, cath ceilings, gas fp, views of Blue. Ideal short term rental or as weekend getaway.

RIDGEVIEW @ BLUE MOUNTAIN

BUILDING LOT - $135,000

167 LONG POINT RD. - $219,000

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20 spectacular, fully serviced lots, ravine settings.

Walk to Village & Blue Mtn. $439,000 and $239,000

Level, 1+ acre, backing onto protected green space in Summit View Estates. Peaceful setting close to all area amenities.

Beautiful views of Blue Mtn. 4.29 acre lot w/pond, steps to Georgian Bay. MLS# 20094138

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110 ACRE OSPREY FARM - This wonderful piece of Grey County offers 95 acres in hay & pasture,15 in hardwood bush. Good barn w/water & power, hay storage, granary, stalls & manure removal system. $499,000 More details on website! ID# 3783D

50 ACRE RURAL ESTATE - offers seclusion without isolation, a desirable location with peaceful pastoral views & expansive Georgian Bay views. Classic styling, tasteful embellishments augment the generous floor plan with its excellent flow for family life and sumptuous entertaining. $1,695,000 More details on website! ID# 9339D

1.38 ACRES - Lovely western views. Close to Collingwood - great commercial or home occupation exposure. Room to expand. Updated Century farm house w/new windows, furnace, shingles & kitchen. $385,000 More details on website! ID# 9523D

Visit ontheharbour.com & enter ID# for more pics & info.

A Refreshing Approach to Real Estate CRAIGLEITH WATERFRONT

THE EDGEWATER Offering 6 new town-home condominiums for the discerning buyer. Excellent location directly on Georgian Bay with views of Blue Mountain.Private beach, close to golfing, skiing, biking trails. $584,900 - $599,000 More details on website!

ID# 565D

5800 sf on 180 feet of crystal clear Georgian Bay waterfont.

Landscaped grounds with natural shoreline protection, boat launch & bunkhouse. Custom home must be seen! $1,449,000 More details on website!

ID# 4331D

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CRANBERRY SURF

COLLINGWOOD

Water views & beautiful sunsets make this 3 bdrm, 2 bath unit a desirable commodity. Perfect for year-round or seasonal living.

Steps to waterfront, trails, near skiing, marina & golfing. $279,900 More details on website!

ID# 4079D

Spacious semi-detached priced to sell! 5 bdrms/2 baths, finished lower level, many upgrades, fenced yard. Excellent opportunity for first time buyers. $167,000 More details on website!

ID# 10323D

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111’ WATERFRONT - on Sunset Blvd. Extremely private property with a gorgeous waterfront. Across from Lora Bay Raven Golf Course. This is a special property. $950,000

120’ OF SANDY BEACH WATERFRONT on Fraser St. Build a beach house on this gorgeous waterfront property. Walk to Lora Bay Golf Course. Only $535,000!

LIGHTHOUSE POINT - Penthouse condo on Georgian 75’ WATERFRONT - 307 Sunset Blvd. Enjoy the summer cotBay, 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, cathedral ceilings, over tage or build your dream home. Natural basement walk out, serv1700 sq ft. very luxurious. $729,000 iced lot, across from the Lora Bay Golf Course. $649,000

GOLF VILLA at Lora Bay. Over 2000 sf, 3 bdrm/3 bath, LORA BAY COMMUNITY Fully serviced building main floor office/master bedroom, beautiful wood floors, gourmet kitchen., dbl garage. NO HST! $475,000

lots overlooking the 1st fairway and Georgian Bay or on Sunset Blvd. Call today. No HST. Priced from $199,000

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QUALITY HAS MANY MEANINGS - for this SANDY BEACH WATERFRONT- Fabulous views grand home. Quality of design, Quality of construction, over Bay, 5 bdrm/4 baths 4,150 of sq.ft of residence!

Quality development, Quality is paramount and a word Many upgrades & improvements. Lg sunroom facing not to be used lightly when describing this property. 5 the bay w/3 skylights, deck off kitchen for bbq & wabdrms, 4 baths, many great features (too many to terfront dining Main flr bdrm with ensuite, just a coumention). Call for appointment and see for yourself! ple of the great features of this lifestyle residence. $1,495,000 MLS®# 20103770 $650,000 MLS®# 20103741

RAVENNA - 4 bdrm, 2 +1 bath home. Open kitchen w/stainless appliances, granite counters & custom cabinetry. Mstr bdrm w/ensuite & walk-in closet. Pine baseboards, quality mouldings, 2 fire plcs. 2 car detached garage. Everything speaks to the care that goes into crafting a Rainmaker home. $459,000 MLS®# 20104909

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HISTORIC PROPERTY - on Old Mail Road in Heathcote converted to a large residence w/built in handyman workshop. 4bdrm/4 bath, open concept liv/din/ kit w/family sunroom. Countless features, make your viewing appt & see for yourself! Located in Beaver Valley property is close to Thornbury and Collingwood. $250,000 MLS®# 20105921

49 ACRES WEST OF STAYNER - 1 1/2 storey up-

dated 5 bdrm residence, lots of property w/stream, trails & privacy. The 66`x42` barn could be perfect to run a business, for horses, a workshop, storage, the hobbyist, etc. The residence would be perfect to both operate a business from & to live in at the same time. $750,000 MLS®# 20105364D

BEST OF THE BEST - Prof. decorated modern COMPLETELY REDESIGNED - Terrific 2200 sqft APPLEJACK CONDO Take possession for ski searesidence in Thornbury w/ample bdrms & mstr suite.

Separate living space, professional home gym. Gourmet kitchen, lwr level bunk room, pot lights, custom window coverings, elegant hardware & fixtures, slate & wood flooring - you will want for nothing. $350,000 MLS®# 20105255

3 bdrm 3 bath family home on lrg town lot in quiet neighbourhood. Redesigned & redone on both main flr & lwr level with the open concept great rm & kitchen overlooking lrg deck & back yard. House & property need to be toured to fully appreciate. $329,000 MLS®# 20103479

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son! 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bthrm 2 level condo. Cozy open concept kitchen/dining rm/living rm w/gas fplc & walkout to back patio. Mstr bdrm has an ensuite, walk-in closet, & private 8x12ft deck. The facility also has 2 in-ground pools, 4 tennis crts, & a clubhouse. $162,000 MLS®# 20105403

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STUNNING SKI CHALET 3+3 bdrm., 5 bath, 4938 sq.ft. total 41 acres with 2 ponds

STUNNING WEEKEND HOME 3 (4) bdrm, 4 bath, 2078 sq.ft.

Renovated from “top to bottom”

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RANKINS LANDING 1+1 bdrm., 2 bath, 1541 sq. ft. total Pool and tennis on site

WEEKEND HOME 2 bdrm., 2 bath, 1060 sq.ft.

Condo with stunning water views

EXECUTIVE WATERFRONT 3 bdrm., 2 bath, 1605 sq. ft.

Views from every window!

$174,888

$194,811

$659,900 MO

DISCERNING BUYERS WANTED Prestigious Admirals Gate. 2,3 & 4 bdrms.

Some w/dbl. garage, fin. basements

CRANBERRY TURNKEY 2 bdrm., 2 bath, 1290 sq. ft.

Gr. floor w/garage & storage.

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LOCKHART 2+2 bdrm., 3 bath, 2602 sq.ft. total Hardwood, radiant heat, landscaped yard

CLOSE TO OSLER 2+2 bdrm., 2 bath, 2560 sq ft.

3.6 acres & 2 ponds

GEORGIAN PEAKS SKIERS 4 bdrm., 3.5 bath, 3583 sq.ft.

Post & Beam great rm., 3 car garage

EXECUTIVE HOME 4+1 bdrm., 3.5 bath, 3302 sq.ft. total Hardwood, many upgrades, shows beautifully

THE ORCHARDS 4 bdrm., 3.5 bath, 3011 sq. ft. $200K + in upgrades. GORGEOUS!

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All reasonable offers considered.

36+ ACRES IN BEAVER VALLEY 5 bdrm., 2 bath, 2331 sq. ft.

Guest house, pond, tennis, waterfall.

$419,000

$1,699,000

705.445.7085 13 Hurontario Street, Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 2L7

PANORAMIC VIEWS 2 bdrm., 2.5 bath, 1406 sq. ft.

Views to Bay & ski hills. Garage.

$359,900

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FLOORING/TILE/GRANITE & WOOD...

Banff/Lake Louise • www.SkiBig3.com Big White / SiverStar - www.bigwhite.com Blue Mountain - 705.445.0231 • www.bluemountain.ca Camp Celtic Sports & Arts Camp • www.campceltic.ca

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Georgian Peaks Club • www.georgianpeaks.com

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Dunlop & Findlay • www.dunlopandfindlay.ca

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FOOD/CATERING/RESTAURANTS...

Joe’s Emporium - Blue Mtn. North End - 705.445.6339

Bruce Wine Bar - Thornbury - 519.599.1112 • www.brucewinebar.ca

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ANIMAL SERVICES...

Marylyn Joel - 705.445.9755

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ART/FRAMING...

Wonderactive Art Shop - Thornbury - 519.599.7849 • www.wonderactive.ca Georgian Frame Gallery - Collingwood - 705.445.4477

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Memories - Cranberry Resort - 705.445.6600 • www.thecranberryresort.com

Dunlop Construction - 519.538.509

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Village Builders- 705.466.3202 • www.villagebuilders.ca

CABINET MAKERS...

Charles Davies Custom Fine Furniture & Built-Ins - Meaford 519.538.0214 • www.charlesdaviescustomfurniture.ca

CLEANING & SUPPLIES...

Added Touches - 705.444.4783 - addedtouches@rogers.com The Cleaning Bees - 705.444.7715 • www.thecleaningbee@hotmail.com

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Marcel Rutte Drywall - 705.445.9680

Tremont Cafe - Collingwood - 705.293.6000 www.tremontcafe.com

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REAL ESTATE...

Gordon J Leece Landscapes & Gardens 519.538.9991 / 1.866.377.2477 Georgian Sprinklers - 705.428.4600 www.georgiansprinklers.com

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Bravo Fine Lingerie - Barrie - 705.739.0990 • www.bravofinelingerie.com

Pink Rooster Gifts - Meaford - 519.538.5627

DeCorso’s - Thornbury - 519.599.5315

Marions Hair Studio - Thornbury - 519.599.7072

Echo Trends - Collingwood, 705.446.1496 • www.echotrends.mycollingwood.ca

South Grey Museum - Flesherton - 519.376.3690 • www.greyhighlandsmuseum.com

The Mill - Thornbury - 519.599.7866 • www.themillcafe.com

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MUSEUMS/GALLERIES/THEATRE

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HAIR SALONS / SPAS...

Peaches - Thornbury - 226.665.0335

Century 21 Offord Realty Inc., Brokerage Thornbury - 519.599.3300 Collingwood - 705.445.5640 • www.century21.ca Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage Collingwood, 705.445-5454 • www.chestnutpark.com Clairwood Real Estate Corporation, Brokerage 705.445.7085 • www.sellingcollingwood.com Lush Realty Inc. 705.444.7653 Toll Free 1.800.265.3949 info@lushrealty.com • www.lushrealty.com Prudential On The Harbour Real Estate, Brokerage 705.446.3066 • www.ontheharbour.com • www.joshdolan.com Prudential Ronan Realty - Wasaga Beach - 705.716.0001 • www.wasagalife.com

Elaine Dickinson’s - Collingwood -705.445.4093

Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain - 705.443.8484 • www.scandinave.com

Furbelows - Thornbury - 519.599.5422 www.furbelowsfashions.com

HEALTH/WELLNESS/FITNESS...

Re/Max Four Seasons Realty Ltd., Brokerage 705.445.8500 - Donna Vande Beek - 705.888.0103 • www.georgianbayproperty.net

Gaia Boutique - Thornbury - 519.599.3040 • www.gaiaboutique.ca Holy Crow Beads - 519.599.5697 • www.holycrowbeads.com

Buddha Rider - Collingwood - 705.444-2266 • www.buddharider.com

Re/Max Four Seasons Realty Ltd., Brokerage 705.445.8500 - Doug Gillis - 705.444.3853 • www.douggillis.ca

Jennie’s - Meaford - 519.538.5686

Dr. John Bowman - Collingwood Sport Medicine Centre 705.444.5303 • www.collingwoodsportmedicine.com

Annalisa Favoretto - Thornbury - 519.599.9989

One Tooth - Collingwood - 705.445.539 www.onetoothcollingwood.com

CrossFit Indestry - Collingwood - 705.444.0006 • www.crossfitindestri.com

Royal LePage All Real Estate Services Ltd. Brokerage 705.445.5520 • www.royallepagecollingwood.com 519.599.2136 • www.royallepage.ca/thornbury Tri-W Realty Inc. Brokerage - 705.445.7799 • www.tri-wrealestate.com

Poise On Main - Collingwood - 705.293.1404

Dr. Jon Perlus Dental Implant Surgery & Periodontics Collingwood- 705.444.6558 - • www.drperlus.com

Squire John’s - Craigleith - 705.445.1130 • www.squirejohns.com

Dr. Peter Wells - Laser & Esthetic Medicine Collingwood - 705.445-1671

Stedman’s - Meaford - 519.538.1281

Dr. Shelby Worts, ND - Collingwood - 705.444.8300 • www.shelbyworts.com

Squire John’s - Craigleith - 705.445.1130 • www.squirejohns.com

Mantra Yoga Studio - Thornbury - 705.351.8700 • www.mantrayogastudio.ca

WINDOW FASHIONS...

Tigs - Thornbury - 519.599.3547

FINANCIAL /MORTGAGE SERVICES...

Coolican Hodgson Wealth Advisory Group - Collingwood 705.446.2094 / 705.446-2232 / 705.446.2434

Mountain Yoga Collingwood - 705.293.1520 www.mountainyogacollingwood.com

HarbourEdge Capital Corp. - Collingwood 705.443.8156 • www.harbouredge.com

Sakura Naturopathic Medical Spa - Collingwood 705.293.0828 • www.healthinbeautifulbloom.com

Steve Hencze - Mortgage Financial Corp- 519.375.5924 www.thecasualmortgageguy.com

The Centre for Personal Enhancement - Collingwood Owen Sound - 519.371.1008 • www.thebestyou.com

SPORTING GOODS...

Kamikaze - Collingwood - 705.446.1234 • www.kamikazebikes.com

Ashton's Blinds, Draperies & Shutters Thornbury, 519.599.7695 • www.ashtonsblinds.com

WINDOWS & DOORS...

Cedarport Windows - Thornbury - 519.599.6252 800.347.7724 • www.cedarport.ca

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Graham Allen drops into the woods where the only ice on this run is hanging from the rocks.

EXCLUSIVE 1 acre waterfront w/channel, 5 bdrm Post &

INVESTMENT 7 Collingwood condos, same address, proven rental income, short/long term. Sheila Shepherd 705.441.6085 sheilashepherd@rogers.com

WATERFRONT 3 bedroom condo, backing onto Bay & trails,

NEW PRICE AT BLUE MTN! 2,200 sf, 3 bdrms/3 baths, great rm w/12’ ceilings. $369,000 - Mardy Van Beest 705.441.4706 vanbeest@bmts.com

ARROWHEAD AT BLUE! 4 bdrms + loft, 4 baths, great rm, family rm, 2,900 sf. $499,900 - Mardy Van Beest

SHOWSTOPPING PRICE ON LORA BAY LOT Approved plans, ready to build. MLS® 20105505 $127,500 - Coral Robinson

MULMUR Log home on 15 acre bush lot! Minutes to Creemore. www.vickibell.ca $749,900 - Vicki Bell

CREEMORE Hilltop 25 acre estate w/view of Georgian Bay! $999,000 - Vicki Bell www.vickibell.ca

DUNEDIN A river runs through it! 1.5 acres & minutes skiing and golf! $629,000 - Vicki Bell www.vickibell.ca

705.446.4539 ringabell@royallepage.ca

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DUNEDIN A river runs through it! 1.5 acres & minutes skiing and golf! $629,000 - Vicki Bell www.vickibell.ca

BREWSTER’S LAKE Over 2 acres, lake view & finished top to bottom! $399,900 - Vicki Bell www.vickibell.ca 705.446.4539 ringabell@royallepage.ca

6 BEDROOMS, MAIN FLOOR KIDS ROOM $535,000 - Bob Muir www.CollingwoodLifestyle.com

100 ACRE ESTATE w/stone farmhouse (1878), triple barn, pool, Bruce Trail access. $1,149,000 - Ian Hawkins 705.446.5136 ianhawkins@royallepage.ca

WALK TO SKIING! 3 Bdrm Post & Beam chalet at Blue Mtn. $499,000 - Ian Hawkins or Cindy Ryerse

MONTERRA ESTATES 5 bdrm Chalet! 3,600 sf. Private treed lot. Panoramic Mtn Views! $635,000 - Cindy Ryerse 705.446.7254 cryerse@royallepage.ca

HILLSIDE CHATEAU RIDGE CONDO! Furnished & equipped 2 Bed/2 bath ground flr unit. $749,900 - Cindy Ryerse

POST CARD VIEWS! Magnificent Post & Beam Home. 3+ Acres. Near Meaford & Bay. $1,500,000 - Ian Hawkins

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Beam, furnished. Sale or Lease. Sheila Shepherd 705.441.6085 sheilashepherd@rogers.com

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freshly updated. Sheila Shepherd 705.441.6085 sheilashepherd@rogers.com

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LORA BAY VILLA! 3 Bdrm, hdwd flrs, granite counters. Overlooking Raven Golf Course! $499,000 - Jim Hanna 705.441.5272 jimhanna@rogers.com

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SPECTACULAR ALTA RIDGE 6 bedrooms & 5500 sf of luxury and upgrades. $2.395M Karen E Willison 705.888.0075 HomesofCollingwood.com

SPECTACULAR VIEWS The Ridge Estates - Fully serviced

SOUGHT AFTER FOREST HOME 6 bedrooms, minutes to Blue Mountain & Collingwood. $575K Karen E Willison

homesites from $199K Karen E Willison 705.888.0075 HomesofCollingwood.com

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POWER OF SALE Approx 5 acres backing onto the Georgian Bay Club Golf Course. $1.3M Karen E Willison 705.888.0075 HomesofCollingwood.com

BIGHEAD RIVER VALLEY RETREAT 94.5ac incl. agricultural land & managed forest, 3br home. $595K Karen E Willison 705.888.0075 HomesofCollingwood.com

PRIME COMMERCIAL CORNER LOT 136’ of Hwy 26 frontage in the heart of Thornbury. $398,000 LeeAnn Matthews 705.446.8688 HomesofCollingwood.com

HEART OF COLLINGWOOD Century home has been taken back to the studs and restored. $575,000 LeeAnn Matthews 705.446.8688 HomesofCollingwood.com

ATTENTION DEVELOPERS Zoning approved, 61 condominium lots w/Escarpment & Bay views. $2.5M LeeAnn Matthews

BUILDERS/DEVELOPERS - 17 separate townhomes, located in Thornbury. MLS® 20105325 $1,380,000 Zig Glogowski

LARGE GR. FL. CONDO on Golf Course at Blue Mt. Upgrades.

MLS® 20103432 $369,000 - Zig Glogowski

4 BDRM FARM HOUSE on 47 acres, 20 min to Blue Mtn. MLS® 20104287 $469,000 Ralph Kertcher

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705.446.5670 kertcher@bmts.com

LORA BAY GOLF VILLA 3 bdrm/3 ½ bath, 2400+sf MLS®20101389 $520,000 Doug Lindsay

LORA BAY 6 bdrm/4 bath, 3850 sf custom, prof decorated.

MLS®20103636 $720,000 Doug Lindsay

BEAVER VALLEY 100 ACRES 5 bdrm/4.5 bath, Pond, Barn, Views. MLS® 20100154 $1,695,000 Doug Lindsay

705-445-5520 Ext. 229 dlindsay@royallepage.ca

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LOCKHART SUBDIVISION 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths, lg det. garage. MLS®20105945 $257,500 Maryann Burgess 705-606-5520 homes@maryannburgess.ca

CRANBERRY CONDO 2 bed/2bath MLS® 20105780 $119,900 Maryann Burgess

DOLLHOUSE CHARM Renovated 2bdrm, walk to town.

Minutes to hills. MLS®20104673 $218,900 Wispy Boivin 705-888-7212 wispy2010@gmail.com

GEORGIAN BAY CLUB LOTS Fully serviced in the prestigious GBC community. $399K & $499K Karen E Willison

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LOT 2 SNOWBRIDGE Last available lot in Snowbridge, Village at Blue. MLS®# 20101926 $305,000 Maggi Olson

“PRESIDENTIAL” SUITE IN SEASONS 2 bed/2 bath MLS®# 20100232 $334,900 Maggi Olson

QUIET CUL-DE-SAC Lora Bay building lot MLS®# 20102309 $169,000 Maggi Olson

705.444.3342 molson@collingwoodresortproperties.com

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WALK TO SOUTH BASE 3 bed/2 bath Chalet MLS®# 20105422 $369,000 Maggi Olson

RIGHT ON MOUNTAIN l bdrm Cachet Crossing.

MLS®# 20101256 $190,000 Maggi Olson

FOR SALE OR RENT 59 acres, 4,300 sf. full scribed log home.

MLS®# 20102805 $1,150,000 Doug Brown

705.444.3342 molson@collingwoodresortproperties.com

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705.441.6129 douglasbrown@royallepage.ca

PARADISE FOUND! 23 acres, 2 ponds, 3,600 sf house, dbl. garage + studio. MLS®# 20100722 $975,000 Rick Crouch

WOODED RAVINE LOCATION! Beautiful 3 bed/3 bath Blue Mountain condo. MLS®# 20105683 $279,000 Rick Crouch

705.443.1037 rickcrouch@propertycollingwood.com

705.443.1037 rickcrouch@propertycollingwood.com

SAND BEACH! 4 season living, spacious waterfront home near everything. MLS®# 20102959 $1,499,000 Rick Crouch 705.443.1037 rickcrouch@propertycollingwood.com

BLUE SHORES 2 bdrm/2 bath, Waterside lifestyle, Rec centre, pools, tennis. MLS®# 20104796 $279,900 Neil Thain

UNPARALLELED VIEWS! Brick bungalow, great floor plan.

MLS®# 20104611 $489,900 Neil Thain

MODERN LOG HOME Perfect setting, modern convenience, det. shop/garage. MLS®# 20105502 $419,900 - Neil Thain

705.445.5520 ext 253 416.998.5558 neil@realestatewiz.ca

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705.445.5520 ext 253 416.998.5558 neil@realestatewiz.ca

TURNKEY two bedroom condo at Lighthouse Point, hdwd flrs, ac, gas fp. MLS®# 20104629 $199,000 Karen Poshtar 705.443.0351 kposhtar@rogers.com

WATERFRONT BUILDING LOT 75’ on the bay w/great views of Blue Mountain. MLS®# 20105448 $550,000 Karen Poshtar 705.443.0351 kposhtar@rogers.com

SUPERB CUSTOM HOME in The Forest 3,400sf.

110’ x 300’ lot. MLS®# 20103658 $999,999 Karen Poshtar 705.443.0351 kposhtar@rogers.com

COLLINGWOOD 4 bdrm/4 full baths over 2,200 sf w/double car garage. MLS®# 20105728 $350,000 Karen Poshtar

SKI IN/OUT! Model suite at the village, 2 bdrms.

MLS®# 20104725 $365,000 Rick Wiles

CRANBERRY 2 bdrms, shows like a model.

MLS®# 20105075 $365,000 Rick Wiles

705.443.0351 kposhtar@rogers.com

705.812.1469 rwiles@royallepage.ca

705.812.1469 rwiles@royallepage.ca

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