Neighbourhood ALDERSHOT Issue 05 2020

ISSUE 05 • 2020

COVID-19 Wall of Inspiration Photo credit: Stacey Newman

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NOT S T UC K AT HOM E S TAY I N G S A F E AT H O M E .

Over these past many weeks our lives have changed profoundly.

Our number one priority is staying well and ensuring we don’t contribute to the spread of COVID-19. Staying home has come to mean staying safe and those who do venture out do so out of necessity, taking an abundance of precautions.

We continue to have deep appreciation for our frontline workers who are enabling us to get through this worldwide pandemic. Our medical professionals, paramedics, PSWs, firefighters, police and those who bravely risk their own health to keep us well have our full support. A new level of appreciation for grocery store, pharmacy, postal, delivery, volunteers and varied essential workers has given us the opportunity to say thank you more often.

Many businesses in our communities have felt the economic impact of the pandemic. Buying local has never been so important. Phone and online orders are happily filled, contactless pick up and delivery get the goods to us.

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Purchasing a gift card, ordering in for a meal or stopping by an open business to show your support are all valued gestures. These actions will help keep our local businesses afloat until regular business can resume.

Whether you are social distancing from seniors, family members and friends, home schooling or working from home, collectively we draw strength from being in this together. Phone calls, texts, emails and zoom help us to feel connected.

The creativity and humour being shared at this time helps to lift our spirits.The abundance of acts of generosity, caring and concern speak to our Canadian resiliency and strength. We see healthy days ahead.

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Breakfast Pumpkin Cups

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The Front Steps Project

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COVID-19 Response from Burlington Food Bank

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neighbourhoodmagazine.ca Editor’s Note In our last issue (Issue 04 • 2020), Neighbourhood Magazine published a RECIPE entitled ‘Tahini Granola Cookies’ by Carolyn Cohen. In the INGREDIENTS section, ‘2/3 cup Sunflower Oil’ was accidentally included in the list. THN Media would like to apologize for this error.

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Stitch It Clothing Alterations & Dry Cleaning Thanks to owner Alan Baird and his staff, Burlington-based business Stitch It Clothing Alterations & Dry Cleaning is making facemasks with surgical grade fabric and selling for $4 each. While not N95 grade, they are washable and water-and-droplet repellent and will help with the supply being sought by the public and offer more peace of mind.

With 55 locations across Canada, they are able to make tens of thousands. This innovation from their usual work has helped enable many of his roughly 400 staff to stay employed during this challenging time and he is also paying them 10% more during the

Nuvo Network, Fortino’s and Avondale Equipment With Nuvo Network‘s Taste Kitchen and local Fortino’s stores supporting Food for Life in launching the Good Soup Project, thousands of litres of soup are being made with fresh, rescued food will be delivered to friends in need.

For about $1.33 per meal, the Good soup is made with wholesome ingredients like turkey, fresh potatoes, carrots and herbs. Avondale Equipment of nearby Hamilton recently donated a new freezer to support this initiative. So many great businesses working together!

The Yarn Bomb Tree for Frontline Workers Captured in all its glory by local photographer Stacey Newman, this gorgeous work of art was created by Burlington resident Miranda Goode, who is also a registered psychotherapist and master knitter. A truly beautiful way to honour the people working hard for our health and safety, and bring some colour and creativity to her neighbourhood!

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR MARIANNE MEED WARD As a result of the situation our city faces with COVID-19, many local organizations and businesses

have inspired us by taking action to support our community in new and creative ways. From retooling their manufacturing process to create personal protective equipment, to donating food or supplies to our local hospital, to finding new ways to connect with vulnerable residents and get them the essentials they need, our city has risen to this unique and unprecedented challenge. I have received emails and notifications from many residents, letting me know of the good work that is being done throughout this crisis. I want to take a moment to recognize them here and thank them for inspiring us all with their generosity and innovation. I invite the community to continue to reach out and alert me of additional stories of inspiration via mayor@burlington.ca.

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JANETTE MITCHELL After years of owning and operating a decorating and home staging business, Janette pivoted her career and sights on becoming a food stylist. She enrolled in culinary school and began assisting some of the best food stylists in Toronto.

Janette now prepares food for print, packaging, editorials, social media and motion.

Breakfast

PUMPKIN Cups

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Prep Time: 20 minutes Makes: 6-8 servings

Photography by Janette Mitchell

INGREDIENTS • 2 cups Canned Pure Pumpkin • 1 cup Riviera Coconut Milk Vegan Style Yogurt • 3/4 cup sliced or whole Almonds • 1 1/2 tsp Cinnamon • 3/4 cup Maple Syrup • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg • 1/4 tsp Allspice • 2 cups Ice For the Topping • 1/8 cup Chia Seeds • 3/4 cup Riviera Coconut Milk Vegan Style Yogurt • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup • 1/2 cup Granola

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DIRECTIONS STEP 1. Using a stand blender, add all ingredients at once, and mix until smooth. Pour into small ramekins.

STEP 2. For Topping: Sprinkle 1 tsp chia seeds to the top of the pumpkin ramekins. Mix the coconut yogurt with maple syrup and scoop on top of the chia seeds, and then sprinkle granola over top.

Cover and refrigerate for easy weekday morning breakfasts or eat right away!

These are so tasty, they can also be served as a healthier dessert option! Enjoy!

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THE FR ONT STEPS P R OJE C T What started out as a simple idea to photograph neighbours from their front steps has quickly turned into a global movement that has brought people together virtually when physical distancing keeps us apart.

BY JASON STACEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY FOTOREFLECTION.COM

The Front Steps Project (#thefrontstepsproject) was born in March by a group of women in Needham, Massachusetts, US as a fundraiser for their local community council. It was a way to give back to their community during these uncertain times and it’s by that spirit so many photographers around the world, including Canadian Moussa Faddoul of Fotoreflection, have decided to carry the torch in their own communities.

“I wanted to do something creative that involved families in our community,” exclaims Moussa. “When I discovered ‘The Front Steps Project’ I knew I had found the answer I was looking for.”

According to Moussa, the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

Families have been happy to participate and extremely grateful.

“Some just needed a reason to dress up, get the kids out of the house, and document this time in their lives for keepsake,” he remarks.

“Others never had a family portrait together before and found the initiative to be timely.”

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During his photo sessions, Moussa found many families to be enjoying the simple connections on the front steps, huddling together, making silly faces, or sharing hopeful messages of encouragement they wrote on boards.

In exchange for the professional image, the families are asked to donate to a local charity.

Moussa Faddoul grew up in Lebanon, a war-torn country where people spent weeks, sometimes months confined to their homes or in bomb shelters without electricity, easy access to food, clean water or the communication tools we have today. Despite the hardships of war, Moussa recalls a unifying spirit that helped get people through those dark times.

“Almost everyone I know from those days shares a common expression, ‘We miss those days.’ People were closer and looked after one another. They were not afraid to dodge snipers bullets to bring a bag of flour or a cup of rice to a neighbour in need. That spirit of selflessness and other-centeredness gets people through anything. I see that spirit at work today.” ►

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As we continue to work together to get through these challenging times, people are finding creative ways to help their neighbours and reach out to those in need. Thanks to people like Moussa Faddoul, we will get through not only this pandemic but also anything else that faces our communities.

“We’re stronger together,” says Moussa. “Be patient, support one another and trust that better days are coming.”

FOTOREFLECTION is a wedding and portrait studio serving the GTA. Photographer MOUSSA FADDOUL is passionate about visual storytelling, believing in family, love and everything that brings people together. His approach is relaxed, unobtrusive and candid. He and his team enjoy working with easy-going, fun, adventurous people who value quality.

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WE CAN’T DO THIS

WITHOUT Y O U !

PLEASE MAKE A FINANCIALDONATION TO BURLINGTON FOOD BANK TODAY. Online donation, visit www.burlingtonfoodbank.ca or mail a cheque to: 1A-1254 Plains Rd E, Burlington, ON L7S 1W6

• With schools closed, your gift will help families provide meals and snacks usually received at school or in after school clubs

C O V I D -1 9 R ESPONSE FR OM B UR LINGTON FOOD B A NK ROBIN BAILEY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BURLINGTON FOOD BANK

Why does Burlington Food Bank need your support at this time?

• Many families that never thought they would need assistance from a food bank are now in a very tough position due to being laid off from their employment or reduced income • Our regular means of support through churches and school food drives are not taking place at this time, consider participating in one of the local community food drives including the weekly St Matthew’s Church 126 Plains Rd E (Mondays and Wednesdays 12-3pm) or Ebenezer Canadian Reformed Church 607 Dynes Rd (Tuesdays and Thursdays 12-3pm)

The Burlington Food Bank team of staff and volunteers continues to be leaders in our community in providing an essential service to those that live with food insecurity in Burlington. Since this pandemic began, we have gone to a hamper and delivery model, food is pre-boxed/ bagged and delivered to your front door or lobby. Any Burlington resident that needs food assistance can receive confidential and contactless delivery of non-perishable and fresh foods.

The growing concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic is an important public health matter and one that Burlington Food Bank is taking seriously.

We need your continued support to protect our community while continuing service to the many individuals and families that rely on us for their basic food needs.

Anyone requiring assistance please email us at info@burlingtonfoodbank.ca or call us at 905-637-2273. Our priority is staying safe and ensuring that anyone that needs help can get food as no one in Burlington should be hungry with the great support of our community!

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Would You Rather “… be a millionaire or a genius?” and other fun ponderings.

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Dating and New Relationships

Book Worms

Trivia Time

Social Butterflies

What have we been reading?

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What’s new with you and other neighbourly updates.

You’ve Got to Be Kidding Bre!

Navigating fears, friendships and maybe more?

Friendly team competition and trivia tidbits.

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You’re a Poet, Did You Know It?

Twenty Questions

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Youth of Yesterday and Today

Guest Chef Michael Gris Chats about food, recipes and dining.

Share your favorite poet’s work, or one of your own.

Remembering your youth and learn about youth today with Youth and Family specialist Lisa.

Bring your best knee-slapper joke and share a laugh.

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Can your team guess the mystery object in 20 questions or less?

Home Treasures Love antiques? Interesting collection? Let’s discuss!

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Spin a Tale

Shout it from the Rooftops

Let’s Give ‘em Something to Talk About

Tea Time with Sara

Twenty Questions

Engage in a tea-inspired chat.

Sharing good news stories.

Join George Sanford to learn about Emerging Female Conductor Career.

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Can your team guess the mystery object in 20 questions or less?

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Birds in your own backyard with Peter Thoem.

As a group we’ll author our own story. We’ll start the tale and each player adds a chapter.

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Trivia Time Friendly team competition and trivia tidbits.

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Guest Chef Michael Gris Chats about food, recipes and dining.

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Hometown Haunts Share facts, fun and fiction about the town you grew up in.

Jeremy’s Sports Spot Let’s chat about sports!

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Who’s My Neighbour?

Birdman of Burlington

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Stories from the Doghouse Let’s Talk about our dogs!

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So Nice to Meet You An interview with a local interesting personality.

A fun guessing game to reveal and learn about people in our neighbourhood.

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Victoria Day

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Tea Time with Sara

Let’s Give ‘em Something to Talk About

Book Worms

Social Butterflies

What have we been reading?

A Classical Music presentation with George Sanford.

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What’s new with you and other neighbourly updates.

Fun tea facts, blends and chatter.

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Culturally Enriched Communities With Burlington’s Angela Paparizo.

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Take a Trip Around the World

Who’s My Neighbour?

A fun guessing game to reveal and learn about people in our neighbourhood.

Let’s chat about our favourite vacation spots!

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Listen, relax, reflect and refresh with Anita Sharda.

So Nice to Meet You

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Trivia Time Friendly team competition and trivia tidbits.

Guided Meditation

An interview with a local interesting personality.

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Would You Rather

Guest Chef Michael Gris Chats about food, recipes and dining.

Stories from the Doghouse

Twenty Questions

“… be a millionaire or a genius?” and other fun ponderings.

Let’s Give ‘em Something to Talk About

Let’s talk about our dogs!

Can your team guess the mystery object in 20 questions or less?

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A Visual Arts presentation with George Sanford.

Let’s Talk Golf!

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You’ve Got to Be Kidding Bre!

Birdman of Burlington

Bring your best knee-slapper joke and share a laugh.

Time to tee it up for some good golf discussion with Allan Huibers.

Jeremy’s Sports Spot Let’s chat about sports!

Birds in your own backyard with Peter Thoem.

Shout it from the Rooftops Sharing good news stories.

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