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Easy to Make
Fall Recipes
Chowder & Soups Travel Canada See Breathtaking Foliage
ALLEVIATE ACNE WITH
NATURAL REMEDIES
Denmark Experience The Art & Design
Dubai Sights & Sites
OTTAWA FASHION DESIGNER
Frank Sukhoo Halloween Myths, Folklore & Legend
STATUS Style Community Wellbeing Food Travel
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ISSUE Style & Beauty
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Make-Up Shiseido’s launches Fearless Beauty
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Style Maven Ottawa couturier Frank Sukhoo
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Nature’s Choices Natural Remedies assist in ridding acne
25 Lifestyle Ready, Set, Admire How to make your table setting camera ready
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Reasons to Count Sheep 5 Reasons why lack of sleep is bad for you
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Spruce up Your Décor Look at what’s trending this season
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Savour Fall’s Flavours
Trick or Treat Halloween’s backstory of myths, folklore and facts
Travel Talk
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Celebrate the Season with Spiced Rum
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Denmark A world of art & Design
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Baked Turkey Spring Rolls Recipe
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Dubai What to see and do
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Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup Recipe
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Smokey Bean and Bacon Chowder Recipe
Canada 10 things you should know about Quebec’s maple syrup
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Onion Soup with Ale ‘n’ Cheddar Recipe
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Canada Enjoying our nation’s autumn foliage
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Shiseido Clé de Peau Beauté Launches “Fearless Beauty”
2016 autumn/winter
Actor Amanda Seyfried is the Clé de Peau Beauté brand’s muse and global spokesperson. She joined the Shiseido Group in Shanghai at the global launch of the autumn/winter 2016 “Fearless Beauty” line.
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The Shiseido Group’s prestige brand Clé de Peau Beauté launched its autumn/winter 2016 “Fearless Beauty” line globally at a press conference held in Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Amanda Seyfried, the brand’s muse and global spokesperson welcomed the introduction of the makeup collection conceived by Lucia Pieroni, the Makeup Creative Director for Clé de Peau Beauté. Pieroni says she was inspired by Tamara de Lempicka, one of the most memorable female artists of the Art Deco period. Plans are underway for the collection to be distributed in key markets throughout Canada, USA, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia and Russia. To create this season’s Fearless Beauty look, Shiseido worked with Ashley Longshore. The artist is known for her elegant yet edgy style that features vivid colours and bold compositions. For the Fearless Beauty line she produced modern, elegant expressions of beauty, reminiscent of the new beauty style women fashioned during the Roaring 20s era. For more information about Clé de Peau Beauté visit cledepeau-beaute.com
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FEARLESS BEAUTY by SHISEIDO
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The 2016 autumn/winter FEARLESS
BEAUTY line by
SHISEIDO is designed wtih modern, elegant expressions of beauty,
reminiscent of the style women wore during the Roaring 20s era.
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Defining Style
Ottawa Couturier Frank Sukhoo
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Frank Sukhoo has a beautiful ability to put you at ease the moment you walk through his Sukhoo Sukhoo’s showroom door. Within just a couple minutes of meeting him,I found myself completely relaxed, and no longer aware of the fact that I hadn’t exactly dressed like a fashionista. 12
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“I like people. I like to know their story.” This is obvious in Frank. He genuinely cares about who you are. He has an innate ability to read people and get to know them with what seems like no effort. This natural ability to create comfort has served Frank well in his career. Being comfortable, and relaxed is how Frank can design something that is unique to each client. While you’re busy just being yourself, your personality is showing. And with that, you are effortlessly inspiring an original design. You are the muse. Frank Sukhoo the man behind Sukhoo Sukhoo, creates incredible garments that are inspired by the women who wear them. This is not meant as 14
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a platitude; he is literally inspired by the women wearing his clothing. “My clients inspire me.” Your clothing is a reflection of who you are, and this is especially true with Frank’s designs. Each piece that is worn has been created with the woman who’s wearing it in mind. What she loves, what she doesn’t love. “You have to listen to your clients.” Owning a dress, or a suit by Frank means wearing something that was created for you. It’s original, and it’s as unique as you are. Frank knows his clients well. He knows that many women no longer want to sacrifice comfort in the name of fashion. He knows that we want our clothes to fit well, be com-
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fortable, and we want to wear them often. “If it isn’t comfortable, you don’t want to wear it.” His designs are made to feel good and fit right. “For me, what’s really important is fit.” With his designs, being comfortable doesn’t mean it isn’t beautiful. “It’s all about the details” and he isn’t happy with a design until it has some texture, something that creates a three dimensional look. The aesthetic of Frank’s designs are creative, and artful. He seamlessly creates looks that incorporate his own vision, with the wearer’s personality. The fashion industry is hard, and Frank admits that if he hadn’t started teaching right after graduating from Richard Robinson, he may have given up. He slowly built up his reputation as a designer, seeing clients from an upstairs room of his home, while teaching the next generation of designers at the same school he graduated from. Many of his clients were gained by word of mouth, and this is a tradition in his success that continues today. He may not use the words ‘community building,’ but Frank Sukhoo truly is building a complementary, and collaborative community in Ottawa’s fashion
industry. He’s no longer teaching at Richard Robinson, but he is still actively coaching the upcoming generation of Ottawa designers in his own way. Frank offers pattern making classes at his showroom on Dalhousie, and is involved with teaching at the non profit organization Eco Equitable, an organization that helps immigrant women build skills to get them active in Canadian society. “I love to help the new ones out.” He’s not kidding when he says this. Frank thrives on giving opportunities to artists in Ottawa to help them build their career. Whether he’s offering positions to co-op students at his showroom to help them gain experience, lending samples of his work to photographers who are in need of building portfolios, or bringing in makeup artists and local models to his many fashion charity events throughout the year.
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Frank’s generosity abounds, and seems to have no limit. “Ottawa’s been good to me, I want to give back and it’s important.” Give back, he does. His charity work in Ottawa is beautiful, and inspiring. Working with the Ottawa Hospital Gala, Salus Ottawa, choreographing for emerging designers at Metamorphosis Eco fashion show, bringing fashion to the annual Cornerstone Housing for Women Fashion Garden Party, and Breast Cancer Action Ottawa. Frank loves to see his own clients stroll down the runway of the events that are near and dear to him. With clients like Michaëlle Jean, former Governor General of Canada, Sharon Johnston, Wife of the current Governor General of Canada, and Canadian Juno award winning cellist, Amanda Forsyth it’s no wonder that these fundraisers are
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Defining Style an overwhelming success every year; although he has many clients who aren’t in the media, who just truly love fashion. Sukhoo was in his third year of a sociology degree, and had just been preparing for graduate programs in social work, when a friend of his asked why he wasn’t pursuing a career in fashion. He had always been interested in fashion, but in high school they don’t really tell you all the options
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Frank Sukhoo has a beautiful ability to put you at ease that out there, so after obtaining his degree he applied to Richard Robinson Academy of Fashion and Design. The rest is Ottawa history. Frank Sukhoo doesn’t have many surprises. He isn’t a secret gymnast - although he can do a cartwheel, he ‘likes to lay low.’ In general the man is an open book, but I’ve skipped a few pages. STATUS Magazine
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Beauty
How to Handle Acne Naturally Despite what movies and television shows may lead us to believe, acne isn't just a problem teenagers face during puberty. In reality, acne can be a lifelong problem for many adults and it's nothing to be ashamed of.
Fortunately, there are great natural remedies available that can help minimize or even prevent annoying zits. The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) recommends trying the following natural products as part of your daily skincare routine.
Apple cider vinegar toner after cleansing. Many of us rely on just a facial cleanser to wash away the day's dirt and oil. However, applying toner after cleansing is an important step for those with acne, as it removes excess makeup and sunscreen, restores your skin's pH balance, and leaves your pores feeling clean and refreshed. Make your own toner at home with organic apple cider vinegar. After cleansing your face, mix one part apple cider vinegar with two parts water and apply to the face with a cotton ball or pad. Remember to moisturize with an all-natural moisturizer for your skin type once the toner dries. 18
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Turmeric mask to make your skin glow. Did you know turmeric is a potent antioxidant with antibacterial properties? Although it's been used in cooking for thousands of years, Canadians are discovering the benefits of using turmeric on our skin. Its antiinflammatory properties can help with acne and acne scars. Use this turmeric face mask recipe for glowing skin.
Mix 5 ml (1 tsp) coconut flour, 5 ml (1 tsp) turmeric, 5 ml (1 tsp) of honey, and 30 ml (2 tbsp) almond milk to make a paste. Apply a thin layer to your face and let dry for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off with water for rejuvenated skin! Note that some people find that turmeric may make their skin slightly yellow after application, so try the mask on another
part of your skin before trying it on your face. A little coconut oil can also help remove any excess discolouration.
Vitamin C serum for overall skin health. Vitamin C serum has quickly become a skin care staple, and for good reason. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to reduce dark marks left over from pimples, as well as reduce inflammation and aid in the promotion of collagen production, which results in tighter and more youthful-looking skin.
Remember to sample new products on a small area of your skin to test your reaction before applying liberally. Get everything you need for these remedies at your local CHFA Member health food store by visiting chfa.ca.
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Halloween
Ghouls and goblins, trick or treat and Halloween pranks.
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by Heather Seftel-Kirk
The origins of Halloween go back thousands of years and have roots in countries all around the world. Whether you’re a historian interested in modern spins on old traditions or just a kid at heart looking for spooky fun, Halloween is one celebration with something for everyone. The first Halloween-type celebrations go back 2000 years to the Celtic people of Ireland, the United Kingdom and Northern France. These ancient Celts celebrated their New Year on November 1st and with it marked the end of summer and the harvest and the beginning of winter – a time often associated with hardship and death. On October 31st – the eve before the New Year – they celebrated a festival called the Samhain (pronounced sow-in). This was coincidentally the night they believed the boundary between the worlds of the dead and the living became blurred and ghosts of the dead returned to earth to play tricks and damage STATUS Magazine
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crops. The Celts also believed on this particular night it was easier for Druids or Celtic priests to make predictions about the future. As part of their celebration people wore costumes made from animal heads and skins and told each other’s fortunes. By 43 AD the Romans controlled much of the Celtic lands and added their own festivals to the mix. One of these, called Feralia was celebrated in late October and commemorated the passing of the dead. The other honoured the roman goddess of fruit and trees called Pomona; another celebration of the harvest. Besides cultural influences there were also religious forces at work. In the 7th Century Pope Boniface IV designated November 1st 20
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Halloween (also known as All Hallows' Eve), is celebrated on October 31st. Celtic legend says it is the day when spirits of the dead enter the world of the living.
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as All Saints’ Day to honour Saints and Martyrs. The celebration was also known as All-Hallows or All-Hallowmas and the night before eventually came to be known as All-Hallows Eve and eventually of course, Halloween. Even the traditions common to Halloween activities today had their roots in ancient events and superstitions. Trick or treating is believed to date back to early souls day parades in England where poor people would beg for food and families gave them pastries called soul cakes in return for a promise to pray for dead relatives. The giving of soul cakes had been encouraged by the church to replace an even more ancient practice of leaving food STATUS Magazine
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A Roman festival called Feralia, held in late Ocober, commemorated the passing of the dead.
and wine out for roaming spirits. Another activity was called “going-a-souling.� Children would pay a visit to neighbours and be given food, ale and money. Hundreds of years ago winter was a dark and frightening time and superstition was rampant. On 22
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Halloween, when people thought ghosts roamed the earth, they feared running into a ghost if they left the house at night, thus they wore masks so spirits would think they were one of them. They also put bowls of food outside their doors to appease the spirits to try to stop them from entering.
When North America was flooded with immigrants from Europe and other parts of the world all of their unique traditions came together in bits and pieces and evolved into what is now uniquely our own. Early celebrations included play parties with stories of the dead, fortune-telling, dancing, singing and mischief making. People began to dress in costumes and go house-to-house asking for food and money. At the beginning of the 20th Century there was a move by religious and political leaders to take anything frightening or grotesque out of the event. Whether they succeeded or not is debatable but many of the religious connotations did disappear from the celebrations. Other traditions have sprung up over time out of sheer fun and enthusiasm. One of these is the custom many people embrace of decorating their houses for the event or making their own spooky scenes or haunted houses. In neighbourhoods all across the city there are people who work long hours to make Halloween a special event. Locally Halloween is also a full time business for two families. At the west end of
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All Saints Day is one day after Halloween. In the 7th Century Pope Boniface IV designated November 1st as All Saints’ Day to honour all Saints and Martyrs. November 1st is also known as All Hallows' Day.
the city Saunders Farm is a favourite destination and in the east, Cannamore Orchards provides similar seasonal hoopla. At Saunders Farm the fun consists of a haunted hayride, field of screams and walking haunted house. The numerous mazes and acres of pumpkins make for plenty of
fun and great outdoor time. An original stage show is just one highlight of the event and changes annually to keep fans coming back. Keeping things more kid friendly during the day, the ghouls really come out at night with hauntings more for the older kids and adults. During the month before
Halloween Saunders will see about 50,000 visitors to the farm, every one of them as keen on Halloween as the staff and the Saunders family. In the East end of the City Cannamore Orchards is the sight of similar spooky fun. Here, a tour of the woods is narrated by local witches who ride along to guide visitors STATUS Magazine
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The origins of Halloween go back thousands of years and have roots in countries all around the world.
through massive scenes filled with live characters and loads of surprises. The spooking at this orchard started with their own kids and their friends includes bands from local high schools who take a portion of the season’s profits for their efforts. Unique to North America, the Spooky 24
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Village is a gathering of eight houses each inhabited by a Halloween character ready to share their home and stories. People can visit the witch, vampire and coffin maker and interact with these totally in character characters. Like Saunders, Cannamore keeps the daytime for kids but takes it up
a notch at night for those who love a good scare. If you prefer something more grounded in history the Haunted Walks of Ottawa offers mainly adult fun with a historical twist. For many years the company has led guests on narrated guided tours through sites including the Bytown Museum, Fairmont Chateau Laurier, and the old Carleton County Jail, all sites of local hauntings. Led by tour guides, a.k.a. story-tellers, dramatists and amateur historians, wearing cloaks and carrying lanterns, guests are regaled with stories of ghosts and spooky happenings at local landmarks. Unlike some stories you may hear though these are all based in history and are thoroughly researched sightings. People often come dressed in costume and there are stories reserved for just this special occasion. Whatever your interests and whatever your personal fright meter will allow you to handle, Halloween is a great time to let your imagination soar. If you want to err on the side of caution though just follow ancient superstitions and walk around your house three times backwards before sunset on Halloween and all will be well. Happy Hauntings‌.
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TIPS ON HOW TO
WOW dinner guests without breaking the bank
We've all walked into home décor stores that have elaborate dining setups costing hundreds or thousands of dollars. But when you're on a budget, throwing a dinner party that will elicit “oohs” and “aahs” from your guests may seem out of reach. Fortunately there are ways to make your dining room look like a million bucks with whatever you have in your wallet. Event planner Lynda Paylan believes it's all about getting creative. “Let your personality shine when you choose your decorations. Use whatever inspires you!” She says it doesn't matter if you spend $5 or $500 on decorations — what's important is that the space feel warm and inviting, just like you. Follow her four top tips for entertaining on a budget. 1. Keep it classic: Always opt for white candles to add a bit of sparkle. They're available everywhere and you can use them all year round. Just make sure they're unscented: “You don't want your decorations competing with the aroma of the deli-
cious meal you just prepared,” Paylan explains. 2. Fresh flowers: Drop into your corner flower shop to get great deals on seasonal bouquets. Not only does a fresh bouquet work as a gorgeous centrepiece; it also adds a pop of colour to your entertaining space. 3. Eclectic adds interest: Use different sizes and shapes of containers, vases and any décor items that catch your eye to add visual interest. Get a great deal by shopping at local stores you may not initially think of, like Habitat for Humanity ReStores, that sell new and gently used furniture, building materials, household and décor items and more at about 50 to 80 per cent off retail value. Discover new-to-you treasures that'll make perfect conversation pieces. 4. Let whatever just came out of the oven do the talking: Serve a familystyle meal in quality dinnerware that lasts longer and will save you money in the long run. Pick a classic shape and colour and you won't have to worry about it ever going out of style. – newscanada.com STATUS Magazine
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Surprising WAYS A LACK OF SLEEP Can Affect You
4. AGING SKIN: Beauty sleep is a real thing! Without enough rest the body releases cortisol, the stress hormone that also breaks down skin collagen, reducing skin elasticity and smoothness. Chronic sleep loss can lead to fine lines and dark circles under the eyes. 5. WEIGHT GAIN: The saying you snooze you lose actually has some truth to it. Research shows that those who are sleep-deprived may be three times more likely to gain weight.
One third of Canadians sleep less than six hours a night. You might be thinking, “What's the big deal? I'll sleep when I'm dead.” But research shows that insufficient sleep affects both your health and your work. 1. BRAIN FREEZE: Your ability to think, learn and retain new information is powered by sleep. Not getting enough also reduces your ability to focus, think critically, problem-solve and retain information — all of which can reduce your productivity at work and home. 2. DEPRESSION: Lack of sleep has a strong influence on mood and has been linked to playing a role in depression. Not sleeping enough leaves you feeling irritable, causing increased anger and stress in your day-to-day life. 3. POOR HEALTH: Along with the more immediate side effects of not getting enough sleep like exhaustion, a lack of proper sleep poses a higher risk for developing long-term health conditions such as heart disease, heart attack, high blood pressure, stroke, and diabetes. 26
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These reasons, and more, are why experts recommend practicing good sleep habits, including maintaining a consistent bedtime and wake time; sleeping in a cool, dark room; avoiding stimulants such as caffeine and screen time in the evening and developing a sleep routine. Taking a natural sleep aid 30 minutes before bed can become part of an improved sleep routine. Look for one that contains melatonin, GABA and 5-HTP, which help you fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up feeling refreshed, like Dream Water. It's a prescription-free alternative to many \over-the-counter or prescription sleep aids that are often associated with negative side effects. Always speak to your doctor before starting a new health care regimen. Find more healthy sleep tips at dreamwatercanada.ca. – newscanada.com
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What's trending in home décor this fall? With the warmer months coming to an end, look inside and give your home a few strategic updates to stay on-trend this fall. Artisan goods. Home experts say the popularity for unique artisanal goods is only set to increase. This trend is fueled by the desire to support local independent makers and to showcase interesting one-of-a-kind pieces. Artisan goods make great conversation starters and are easy to find at a neighbourhood market or craft show. Look for mixed metals, especially brass and copper, for bonus style points. At the window. Tailored designs that fit the form and function of the room are key, such as room darkening shades for the bedroom and vertical blinds for sliding patio doors in the living room. Hidden cords and a wireless aesthetic help create a seamless aesthetic while offering improved child and pet safety. Fabrics. Rougher textures like linen and tweed work well with the natural vibe and organic glamour trending this season. Granny florals are also
making a comeback, as are bold graphic and geometric prints. Colours. The subtle pastel hues that were all the rage at the beginning of year make way for richer, warmer, darker shades like elegant jewel tones. Feature fashionable colours in easy-to-replace accessories like accent pillows, and stick to timeless neutrals or more subdued versions for staples like window treatments. Smart tech. The connected smart home is set to become the standard, so get in on it early for extra chic cred. New tech solutions are seamless and convenient — imagine being at work and having the ability to go online to close your window shades, turn on lights or change the temperature within your home. Now you can adjust your shades remotely with PowerView Motorization, available on a wide array of Hunter Douglas window treatments. Find more décor inspiration and a local retailer online at hunterdouglas.ca. – newscanada.com STATUS Magazine
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What is ESSIAC®? By KEVIN T. MALONEY Powder Formula NPN 80012920
Many people take ESSIAC®* to nourish and strengthen their immune system. ESSIAC® is all Natural – Safe – Effective – Non Toxic –Drug Free – Gluten Free – MSG Free with no side effects. ESSIAC can be taken in conjunction with any other vitamin or supplement, any prescription and especially by those who are or have been on Chemo or Radiation, we suggest that they should get started right away on the program in order to get the benefits of ESSIAC®which has helped thousands of people for over 92 years since 1922. ESSIAC® provides help by aiding your body’s detoxifying organs, namely the colon, lungs, liver, kidney, pancreas and spleen in cleansing blood cells. The ESSIAC® formula is a “propri-
etary” combination of 4 herbs: Burdock Root, Sheep Sorrel, Indian Rhubarb Root and only the inner bark of Slippery Elm. The inner bark is selected because it nourishes and soothes organs, tissues and mucus membranes and supports lung health. It also helps normal digestion. ESSIAC® was discovered in 1922, when a patient spoke to Nurse Rene Caisse about a Canadian Ojibwa Indian herbal tea she took. Nurse Caisse eventually named the formula ESSIAC®, which is her last name (Caisse) spelled backwards. There are many ESSIAC® counterfeits on the market. The Original ESSIAC® is owned and distributed by ESSIAC® Canada International. To determine the original ESSIAC® the bot-
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tle must have Rene M Caisse’s picture, her signature, the text “Made Only in Canada” and the Canadian Maple Leaf Flag. The bottle also displays the warning: Beware of Counterfeits. ESSIAC® comes in a powder, extract and in a vegetable capsule formula and is available in health food stores. ESSIAC® is taken for prevention and detox, and also for major illnesses. The Program is a minimum of 12 weeks. To ensure the benefit of ESSIAC ®, do not consume food 1 hour before (preferred) or 1 hour after taking ESSIAC® as the food will absorb the ESSIAC® rendering it with little or no value. As well do not drink juices for approximately 15 to 30 minutes after taking ESSIAC®. However, it is okay to drink water after taking ESSIAC®.
Prevention and Detoxification: Take 2 fl. oz. (60 ml) twice daily (morning and afternoon), minimum 6 bottles Major illnesses: Take 3 fl. oz. (90 ml) 3 times daily (morning, afternoon and evening), minimum 12 bottles Prevention and Detoxification: Take 2 teaspoons (10 ml) twice daily (morning and afternoon), minimum 6 bottles Major illnesses: Take 3 teaspoons ( 15 ml) 3 times daily (am, pm and early evening), minimum 12 bottles. Prevention and Detoxification: Take 2 capsules twice daily (am, pm or early evening), minimum 6 bottles Major illnesses: Take 3 capsules 3 times daily (am, pm and early evening), minimum of 12 bottles. To learn more about ESSIAC® and its use as an herbal supplement to support the immune system and vital organs, read “Bridge of Hope, The life of Rene M. Caisse, RN. Canada’s Health Nurse and the History of ESSIAC®.” KEVIN T. MALONEY is the President of ESSIAC® Canada International. For more information about ESSIAC® contact: maloney@essiacfromcanada.com or call (613) 729-9111.
Many of our volunteers and members send their feedback and general comments about BCA. As well, many survivors share their personal stories to let others know that a diagnosis is not a predecessor to an involuntary life of grief. Why not take a moment to read about their thoughts and experiences. ELIZABETH
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I was in shock and in denial when I was diagnosed especially as my family does not have any history of cancer. In addition, I have always maintained an active lifestyle, nutritional diet; in short a perfect picture of health. I was also in denial about my need for support. BCA was a safe place for me to go and meet other women, especially the many survivors who gave me so much hope. I learned about BCA by happenstance. Within 2 days of being diagnosed with breast cancer, I discovered the Breast Cancer Action office. It was one of the most welcoming places I had ever walked into. It felt like a home away from home even though I did not know anyone there. I started going to the stretch and strength classes. I see these classes as a way to give back to those more recently diagnosed and /or still undergoing treatment. These programs are also inspirational in addition to helping me stay fit. BCA is the place to go for support and answers to the many questions most of us have about breast cancer. ”
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In 1997, I was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. They found that eleven out of 15 of my lymph nodes were cancerous. Two years later, I learned about BCA while stopping at a sidewalk sale held at the Billings Bridge Plaza. While there, one of the volunteers recognized I had lymphedema and recommended I take the BCA Lymphedema workshop. When I discovered the level of support and number of programs BCA offered, I joined the organization and commenced volunteering with them immediately.
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BCA has a library of information regarding breast cancer, peer support programs, and fitness programs where not only do you get exercise, but are in the company of people who have gone through and are going through what you are. In my family there are a significant number of family members who have cancer, both paternal and maternal (mother was a carrier of the BRCA gene. She had breast cancer. I was diagnosed, even though I tested negative for the gene. All my sisters tested positive for the gene. Presently, they are breast cancer free. After surgery, the gene testing was repeated, and this time showed positive, and they also discovered a mutant gene found in 1 out of 10,000 persons tested. At the present time I am considered a survivor, however I consider myself a thriver! If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer I recommend you get in touch with the BCA and sign up for the Pre-Op and Lymphedema workshops the information you receive will be invaluable! BCA provides vital support offered to breast cancer patients. ”
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I was diagnosed 15 years ago and I learned about BCA from a friend who was finishing treatment and who had joined their exercise classes. I currently belong to the BCA’s Busting Out and take two aquafit classes a week. From the time I was diagnosed, BCA has provided me with vital information and their support has been unwavering. ”
BRIGITTE, BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR AND BREAST CANCER ACTION MEMBER REVEALS I was diagnosed at an early age and was feeling discouraged and angry about how young women were being quickly dismissed as “too young for breast cancer”. I was 29 years old, newlywed starting a new career. I had discovered a rapidly growing lump in January of 1995. Concerned, I spent the following nine months
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After my operation, BCA encouraged me to participate in a number of their fitness programs including Gentle Yoga, Stretch & Strength as well as Pink Swan Ballet. As a result of these fitness programs I now have more strength and balance. Thanks so much BCA. ”
undergoing three mammograms and three ultrasounds. Yet, all the tests were conclusive to not having cancer. My instinct told me otherwise so I pressed and begged for a biopsy. It was discovered that I indeed had breast cancer and I had to put my life on hold for a year of hell. On my fifth anniversary of diagnosis, I discovered I was expecting a child. This was a pivotal point in my life I had a new focus and was no longer living in fear of the cancer but focused on rebuilding and claiming my life back. I had a second cancer in 2011, a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. Through BCA, together with a registered nurse, I started speaking at local high schools about the importance of testing. I enjoyed and participated in the Busting Out Dragon Boat program. I continue with the BCA peer support program to this day. Most of my peer support is helping women make decisions on whether to have reconstructive and what type is best for them. ”
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Flavour The notes of ginger and Nordic spices make this a fantastic rum to sip on its own, or as the star in an amazing cocktail, such as a Dark & Stormy.
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60 ml (2 oz.) Chic Choc spiced rum
45 ml (1 ½ oz.) Chic Choc spiced rum
30 ml (1 oz.) Ruby porto 30 ml (1 oz.) white Lillet 120 ml (4 oz.) Domaine Pinnacle Still Cider 2 star anise flowers Orange zest
Pour all liquid ingredients into casserole. Heat until liquid simmers. Garnish with orange zest and star anise.
THE DRINK OF FALL Made in Canada, Chic Choc Spiced Rum draws its uniqueness from the boreal forest of the Chic Choc Mountains in Quebec. It is the only artisanal rum made with a mixture of spices found in this untouched location of the country. The rum is produced with six indigenous spices, creating a fresh take that features a spicy bouquet with nuances of sugar cane and cinnamon, complemented by a subtle peppery tone. Previously only in Quebec, Chic Choc Spiced Rum is now available at the LCBO.
60 ml (2 oz.) ginger soda (Ginger Ale) 15 ml (½ oz.) lemon juice 1 spruce stem Ice cubes
Place ice cubes in glass. Pour in rum, lemon juice and ginger soda. Garnish with spruce stem.
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Food Deep-fried spring rolls tend to be high in fat, but baked ones taste just as good! You can achieve a crispy wrapper by brushing the spring rolls lightly with oil before baking. These rolls are a great way to use leftover turkey. Preparation Time 25 minutes Cooking Time 35 minutes Makes 20 spring rolls
Spring Rolls • 4 oz (125 g) rice vermicelli • 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil • 1 Ontario Onion, diced • 3 cloves Ontario Garlic, minced • 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated fresh gingerroot • 2 cups (500 mL) shredded Ontario Red Cabbage • 4 cups (1 L) coarsely chopped cooked Ontario Turkey (about 1 lb/500 g) • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and pepper • 2 large Ontario Carrots, grated (about 2 cups/500 mL) • 2 cups (500 mL) Ontario Bean Sprouts • 1 pkg (275 g/9.7 oz) large square spring roll wrappers (20 wrappers) • 1 Ontario Egg Yolk, beaten Sweet Chili Sauce: • 3/4 cup (175 mL) hoisin sauce • 1/4 cup (50 mL) water • 2 cloves Ontario Garlic, minced • 1 tbsp (15 mL) each Ontario Honey and rice vinegar • 2 tsp (10 mL) sambal oelek or hot chili sauce 34
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Baked Turkey Spring Rolls PREPARATION 1. In bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, water, garlic, honey, vinegar and sambal oelek until honey is dissolved. Set aside. 2. Cover rice vermicelli in hot water and soak 10 minutes or until soft. Drain very well, using fine sieve to extract as much liquid as possible. Cut into 2-inch (5 cm) lengths and set aside. 3. In large skillet, heat 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the oil over medium-high heat; cook onion, garlic and ginger, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add cabbage; cover and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Add turkey and 1 cup (250 mL) of the sauce, salt and pepper; cook, stirring to coat, for 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Stir in carrots, bean sprouts and rice vermicelli; let cool. 4. Lay 1 spring roll wrapper on work surface with point facing away from you. Place 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the turkey mixture just below centre. Fold bottom point of wrapper over filling. Roll over once, so filling is enclosed. Fold over sides and continue rolling. Using fingertip, dab egg on top point of wrapper and seal. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers. Place on greased baking sheet. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.) 5. Brush remaining oil lightly all over spring rolls. Bake in 425°F (220°C) oven, turning once, until crisp and golden, about 25 minutes. Serve with remaining sauce. – Foodland Ontario
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Indian Spiced Red Lentil Soup Sweet potato adds a touch of sweetness and balances the warm spices while the red lentils provide fibre.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Serves 4
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) turmeric • 4 cups (1 L) sodium-reduced vegetable broth • 1 cup (250 mL) red lentils, rinsed • 2 tbsp (25 mL) tomato paste
INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
• 1 tsp (5 mL) salt
• 1 Ontario Onion, chopped
• 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) cayenne pepper
• 2 cloves Ontario Garlic, minced • 2 tsp (10 mL) grated fresh gingerroot • 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cumin • 1 tsp (5 mL) ground coriander seed
• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) black pepper
• 1 large Ontario Sweet Potato, peeled and diced (about 2 cups/500 mL) • Plain yogurt, chopped fresh Ontario Coriander or Parsley (optional)
PREPARATION 1. In large pot, heat oil over medium heat and cook onion until softened, about 5 minutes. 2. Add garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander seed and turmeric; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. 3. Add broth, lentils, 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) water, tomato paste, salt, pepper and cayenne; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Add sweet potato; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook until lentils and potato are tender, about 15 minutes. Serve topped with yogurt and chopped coriander, if desired. – Foodland Ontario STATUS Magazine
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Smokey Bean and Bacon Chowder The smokey flavour of this winter comfort chowder comes from the smoked paprika and bacon. Make it spicy by adding more cayenne pepper. Perfect for a soup and sandwich (or salad) meal.
Preparation Time 10 minutes Cooking Time 35 minutes Serves 4 to 6
INGREDIENTS • 4 strips bacon, diced • 2 Ontario Carrots, sliced • 2 cloves Ontario Garlic, minced • 1 Ontario Onion, chopped 1 large Ontario Potato, peeled and cubed • 1 container (900 mL) sodiumreduced chicken broth • 2 cans (19 oz/540 mL) navy beans, drained and rinsed • 1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) smoked paprika • 1 bay leaf • 3/4 tsp (3 mL) salt 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each dried thyme leaves and pepper • Pinch cayenne pepper (or to taste) • 1 can (370 mL) 2% or fat-free evaporated milk 36
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PREPARATION 1. In large pot, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring often, until almost crisp. Remove bacon pieces to paper towel-lined plate and all but 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the bacon fat. 2. Add carrots, garlic, onion and potato to the pot and cook, stirring and scraping any brown bits, for about 3 minutes. Add broth,
beans, 1 cup (250 mL) of water, paprika, bay leaf, salt, thyme, pepper and cayenne pepper. 3. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in milk and reserved bacon; heat through. Remove bay leaf and serve. – Foodland Ontario
Food Preparation Time 20 minutes Cooking Time 30 minutes Baking Time 15 minutes Serves 6
Baked Onion Soup with Ale ‘n’ Cheddar Onion soup has justifiably become one of the best-loved cold-weather warmer-uppers. Here’s a superb version – Ontario Onions give sweetness, the beer gives a heartiness and depth of flavour so it doesn’t have to be simmered for hours, and the creamy Cheddar topping gives a special dressedup finish. INGREDIENTS • 4 Ontario Onions • 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter • 1 cup (250 mL) beer
PREPARATION 1. Peel and slice onions about 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick. In large wide saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook onions, separating into rings and stirring frequently, until starting to turn golden brown, about 10 minutes. 2. Add beer, thyme, sugar and Worcestershire sauce; increase heat to medium-high and bring to boil uncovered, stirring often, until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Stir in beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Recipe can be prepared to this point and refrigerated for up to 4 days. Heat before serving.)
• 3/4 tsp (3 mL) dried leaf thyme • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each granulated sugar and Worcestershire sauce • 4 cups (1 L) low sodium beef broth • Salt and pepper
3. Place bread on baking sheet and toast lightly. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses and sour cream. Ladle soup into 6 heatproof soup bowls or individual casserole dishes, leaving space for toasts; place on baking sheet.
• 12 slices baguette • 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) grated old Ontario • 1/3 cup (75 mL) grated Parmesan cheese • 1/3 cup (75 mL) sour cream
4. Spread cheese mixture over toasts; float 2 pieces on each bowl of soup. Bake in 450°F (230°C) oven until cheese is golden and soup bubbles, about 13 minutes. Serve immediately. – Foodland Ontario STATUS Magazine
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DANI S H DES IG N
Denmark is a World of Art
Denmark is one huge canvas of both traditional and modern design. As far as the eye can see the art of the Danish skillful touch is evident. From architecture to fine art to fashion, Denmark is internationally renowned for its innovation, design, and craftsmanship. Dutch Design is highly appreciated for its simple and clear character. Often described as minimalist, experimental, innovative and smart, the Dutch mentality shows with the quirky, downto-earth and humorous perception. Dutch Design is often identified with a group of Dutch product designers. Names such as Maarten Baas, Jurgen Bey, Hella Jongerius, Richard Hutten, Wieki Somers, Marcel Wanders and internationally recognized design firms and collectives like Droog and MOOOI have set a trend that lasts.
SELF-PORTRAIT AS A PAINTER Vincent van Gogh’s Self-Portrait as a painter, Parijs, 1887,1888, hangs in the Van Gogh Museum (Amsterdam)
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Beautifully designed Beach Houses
As far as the eye can see the art of the Danish skillful touch is evident.
The spectacular ‘Gemeentemuseum Den Haag’ (Municipal Museum The Hague) is a leader in the field of art and fashion. The museum houses world’s biggest Mondrian collection, which includes the famous work Victory Boogie Woogie. STATUS Magazine
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The Museum of Bags and Purses, located in Amsterdam, boasts a collection of more than 4000 historic handbags, purses and suitcases. The museum features the world’s display of handbags, purses and suitcases, one of its most valuable items is a sixteenth-century men's goat-skin belt pouch.
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Berlin Chair (1923) Designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, this chair can be seen at the Centraal Museum, Utrecht
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MOOOI GALLERY designs and added another ‘o’. Dutch allround designer Marcel Wanders is known for his designs such as the knotted chair and egg vase.
THE BEAUTY OF MOOOI
The name Moooi is derived from the Dutch word “mooi,” which means beautiful. As Moooi has inspired and seduced the world with sparkling and innovative designs within the interior design industry, the founders of Moooi, Marcel Wanders and Casper Vissers, wanted to emphasize the originality and extreme beauty of these
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The Moooi Gallery has a large collection, which exhibits a variety of Moooi items in contrast with historical pieces and accessories from around the world. Besides Wander’s designs, the gallery has designs from national and international renowned designers Jurgen Bey, Bertjan Pot, Jasper Morrisson, Ross Lovegrove and Studio Job.
Located at the Westerstraat, in the middle of the Jordaan, between the canals, Moooi Gallery stands out as a glorious space in this district known for its tiny galleries, lovely restaurants and trendy stores. With its 700 square metres, the gallery is filled with the entire Moooi collection and novelties on a permanent basis. STATUS Magazine
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48 Hours in Dubai: What to See and Do If you're visiting one of the world's hottest tourist destinations, you want to know the best insider tips to make the most of your time. Mourad Mekhdjian, service director for Air Canada, was on the airline's inaugural flight to Dubai and has explored the city from every angle. Follow his priceless expert advice to navigate the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, and get there in style with non-stop flights via Toronto on Air Canada's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
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See everything with a bus tour If you're on a tight schedule, Mekhdijan advises starting with a Hop-On, Hop-off bus tour. This will give you an overview of major attractions and everything the city has to offer, including new Dubai, old Dubai, the waterfront, and Palm Islands — some of the largest man-made islands in the world. Use the tour to decide which sights you want to spend more time checking out on foot. Splurge here, save there A common tourist concern is that Dubai is an expensive city, but Mekhdjian says it's surprisingly affordable. As the world's tallest structure, Burj Khalifa is a must-see, but Mekhdjian recommends saving by skipping the pricey elevator ride to the top. Instead, get spectacular panoramic views of the city by splurging on a visit to Vault, an exclusive bar on the 71st and 72nd floors of the JW Marriot Marquis Dubai. The menu isn't exactly inexpensive, but you can save with daily late afternoon drink specials or come for ladies night on Tuesdays where women receive three complimentary drinks. Eat this, and that Mekhdjian says there are plenty of amazing, reasonably-priced
restaurants all over the city. His top pick is Abd El Wahab, which boasts affordable fare and a wrap-around terrace that offers breathtaking views of a water show and the Burj Khalifa. Other favourites include the Reem El Bawadi and the Jumeirach Beach Residence area, which has plenty of beautiful interconnected restaurants.
Go on a desert safari This tour on camel lets you experience an “oasis of grandeur� and includes a bonfire, dinner and belly dancing. Mekhdjian especially appreciates this new perspective on the desert because it's the first thing he sees when flying into Dubai. Other tours are on 4 by 4 vehicles or quad bikes and let you ride the sand dunes. Good to know Most locals have a good understanding of English, so communication barriers won't be a problem. It can go up to 50 C, so be sure to pack light clothing, a hat and sunscreen. Finally, if you get homesick, you can always visit one of the many Tim Hortons outlets that Mekhdjian says are everywhere.
Mourad Mekhdjian, service director for Air Canada, has explored the city from every angle. Follow his priceless expert advice to navigate the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, and get there in style
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Travel By Margo Pfeiff
10 Things About… Maple Syrup in Quebec
Maple syrup might just be the sweetest thing about La belle province
Quebec. La belle province produces a whopping
produces
71% of the world’s supply, with 65 million pounds
over 70% of
of this liquid gold stored in a Fort Knox-like “strate-
the world’s
gic reserve.” The highlight of syrup production is the
maple syrup.
sugaring off, when the sap runs. It’s celebrated with
Discover maple
gusto every March through April in rural sugar
magic in all its
shacks, where families have been pulling hot maple
Québécois glory
taffy off a snow bar with a Popsicle stick for generations. Here are 10 ways to indulge your maple sweet tooth in Quebec.
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1. Does it get more Canadian than Sortilege — rye whisky blended with maple syrup? Mais non! It stars inmaple mojitos at Montréal’s W Hotel and recipes like glazed chestnuts with green beans. Sortilege comes in a variety of forms: Domaine Acer’s Val Ambre is a maple wine, while Domaine Pinnacle’s Cabot Trail is a maple cream liquor that should make Bailey’s blush with envy. 2. Beloved Montréal ice cream maker Le glacier Bilboquet’s seasonal Maple Taffy is laced with maple syrup and chunks of maple toffee. 3. Outside Montréal, Sucrerie de la Montagne is a classic forest sugar shack— cabane à sucre— dishing out Québécois fiddle tunes alongside traditional fare slathered with or cooked in maple syrup. 4. Rustic-chic urban sugar shacks are a new Montréal trend. The springtime eateries pop up for eight weeks, often with top chefs at the helm creating classic
Québécois dishes with a contemporary twist.
with enough maple syrup to drown your entire plate.
5. Renegade chef Martin Picard took Quebec winter cuisine to new gastronomic heights with his Montréal restaurant, Au Pied de Cochon. Then he did the same thing with an old-timey sugar shack menu. A months-long waitlist proves he’s on to something.
9. Sofitel Montréal’s Restaurant Le Renoir serves maple syrup with both its foie gras terrine and signature grilled octopus.
6. The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers (FPAQ) chose 100 Maple Masters—from chefs to chocolatiers and even butchers—to incorporate maple syrup into delectable new recipes.
10. Even the Benedictine monks at the St. Benoit-du-Lac Abbey on Lake Memphremagog are in on the magic of maple, creating heavenly maple butter and maple toffee sold in the abbey boutique. – Courtesy of the Canadian Tourism Commission
7. Since arriving in Canada, French chocolatier Yves Bonneau has created delectable bonbons featuring maple syrup with chocolate, nougatine, caramel and pears. 8. The popular all-day breakfast chain Eggspectation has a yearround “Sugar Shack” special that includes mounds of fluffy scrambled eggs, ham, baked beans, fried potatoes and sweet crepes STATUS Magazine
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Travel only free ranging herd in an historic range—and camp in a tipi after a cowboy supper. 5) Manitoba: From the front-row seat of a Frontiers North Tundra Buggy, look for polar bears amid the tundra landscape of purpleflowering fireweed in Churchill in early August. Or go a few weeks later when the fragile foliage has turned crimson and orange.
IIn Churchill, passengers from a Frontiers North Tundra Buggy stop to look at the purple-flowering fireweed.
10 things you need to know about…great places to see fall foliage in Canada. by Katharine Fletcher | courtesy of the Canadian Tourism Commission
Our country’s nature has one of the world’s rich palettes as the seasons switch from summer to autumn.
Canada is renowned for its breathtaking autumn colours, where changing leaves transform landscapes from verdant to scarlet and gold. Generally speaking, the more northerly the location or higher the altitude, the earlier fall colours appear. Check these 10 coast-to-coast-tocoast destinations, then grab your GoPro, cameras or binoculars and explore. 1) British Columbia: Hike Lions Binkert Trail (north Vancouver), where tiny scarlet-and-goldenleafed alpine plants contrast with the lush rainforest evergreens of lower altitudes. 46
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2) Yukon: Dawson City is famous for the Klondike Gold Rush. Board a Trans North Helicopter to buzz increasingly rugged terrain extending into the Tombstone Mountains, where brilliant scarlet bushes and golden poplars colour the landscape. 3) Alberta: Drive from Banff to Jasper national parks along the Icefields Parkway. Stop at classic viewpoints such as Peyto Lake; golden poplars and tamaracks rim its turquoise waters. Spend the night atNum-Ti-Jah Lodge, which overlooks Bow Lake, to maximize the splendour. 4) Saskatchewan: Horseback ride with Sturgeon River Ranch along Prince Albert National Park trails through golden poplar groves. Look for Plains bison—Canada’s
6) Ontario: Boat through the Trent Severn Waterway or paddle Rice Lake at Elmhirst’s Resort to be wowed by Peterborough and the Kawarthas’ scarlet and gold forests. 7) Ontario: Mer Bleue Bog is a Ramsar wetland, a rare boreal peat bog southeast of downtown Ottawa. Its boardwalks offer accessibility to wheelchairs and strollers, so everyone can see puffy cotton-grass seedpods making white “cotton balls” against a backdrop of golden tamaracks. 8) Quebec: Cycle through a golden and scarlet canopy on VéloVolant, an aerial bike suspended on a zipline that you pedal through the trees, at Au Diable Vert, near Sutton in the Eastern Townships. 9) Prince Edward Island: Stroll boardwalks along straw-coloured, wind-tossed grasses and reeds, drive red-earth roads framed by golden maples and bike the Confederation Trail through fall’s finery. 10) New Brunswick: Hike Mount Carleton, the highest peak in the Maritimes. From its 820-m (2,690-ft) summit, view the 360degree panorama of more than 10 million trees.