The Times of Canada Diwali 2018

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OCT-2018- Diwali Edition

MAYUR ARORA Revolutionizing Real Estate

Cover Story

SUNNY HUNDAL

Langley Council

GAURAV SHAH Actor & Anchor

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

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Dear Readers, We’re delighted to bring you the Diwali issue of The Times of Canada magazine. We welcome the new readers joining our family and we thank our regular readers for their continued support and advises. The Times of Canada is organizing its sixth Annual Diwali gala on 2nd of November 2018. Adding to its list of magnificent events, The Times of Canada is organizing the First Indo-Canadian Business Conference on 3rd of November 2018 at Sheraton Guildford. Our team is working hard to make these events successful.

Vinay Sharma

Publisher & MD The Times of Canada Group

Our aim at The Times of Canada is to bring the Canadian and South-Asian cultures together. This issue has special sections like Food Guide, Construction section and Fashion section. New writers joined our team for this edition. This issue also focuses on the local elections to be held on October 20th. We sincerely hope you will enjoy reading the Diwali edition of our magazine. If you would like to contribute articles, please write us an email at info@thetimesofcanada.com Sincerely

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WHAT'S INSIDE? PROFILES 8 Mayur Arora – Revolutionizing Real Estate 10 Sunny Hundal – Towards a Brighter Future 34 Ankur Kaushal – The New Age Realtor 42 Summit Mann – A Wrestler Par Excellence Food Guide 51 – Chicken Afritada 53 – Nepalese Veg Momos 55 – Fresh Tomato Bruschetta LIFESTYLE & FASHION 78 – Say it with Style 87 – Benefits of Hair Oil CONSTRUCTION 104 – Integrate Accessories for Added Luxury 106 – Home Security Hacks 108 – Ways to Prep Your Home for Winter HEALTH 94 – Jaundice an Ayurvedic View 98 – Half of Canadians Expected to Get Cancer

HAPPY DIWALI Best wishes to all on the celebration of the Diwali festival of lights.

May the glow of joy, prosperity and happiness illuminate your days in the year ahead!

Delta.ca

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“ONEFLATFEE IS TRULY A PIONEER IN REAL STATE & OFFERS IMMENSE SAVINGS TO SELLERS AND BUYERS ALIKE.”

Seeking to shake up the BC Real Estate Industry with increased transparency and heavy discounts to consumers, Oneflatfee was born on the heels of the historic announcement made by the CREA (Canadian Real Estate Association) in March 2010. Under pressure from the Federal Competition Bureau, the CREA was forced to alter MLS rules – essentially opening up the MLS System and providing more access and tools for consumers to make better informed decisions.

“THE FLAT FEE LISTING SERVICE ALLOWS FOR SALE BY OWNER (FSBO) SELLERS TO GET AN MLS LISTING AND THIS WAS NOT POSSIBLE BEFORE THE ONEFLATFEE SERVICE STARTED IN 2010.”

Oneflatfee.ca has now sold over $700 million in Real Estate and Mayur has been consistently in the Top 1% in sales volume in Greater Vancouver.

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Others agreed it was time for a change. The business model, created by Mayur Arora of Oneflatfee soon took off with resounding support from home sellers across BC; and it was set to become the largest flat fee Real Estate brokerage in Western Canada, with accumulative value of homes sold surpassing $700M to date. As a result of the success Mayur achieved early on in the Real Estate space, this propelled him to the Top 1% in sales of all Realtors® in BC earning him the prestigious Medallion and President’s Club status 9 years in a row!

would provide for a fraction of the cost.

Additional changes to the rules in BC Real Estate are coming soon, which further provides increased transparency to consumers. Mayur already has plans underway to adopt these controversial changes, by publicizing SOLD prices of homes in local neighborhoods on his website. He plans to be the first in British Columbia to offer this service.

Oneflatfee Surrey-based founder, Mayur Arora could empathize with friends and colleagues who often complained about paying high commissions. Mayur was once faced with a $20,000 commission payout to the Realtor® on a property in Walnut Grove in 2004, in which he stood to earn $40,000. Mayur felt that the commission payout was unreasonable, given the one day’s work for the agent. This experience stung him and stayed with him for years, until he saw the opportunity to help other consumers when he launched his Flat Fee business model.

Continuously looking to push the boundaries and offer additional value to consumers, Mayur saw a window of opportunity to help buyers find new residential (pre-sales) development homes. In September 2018, Mayur launched Presalesbc.com, a comprehensive service specializing in finding information on all presale homes across BC. Buyers can search for properties by area, price and more - while gaining preferred VIP access to most pre-sale developments before the general public, and enjoying 25% cash back from commission earned.

Mayur’s vision was to create an affordable alternative and convenient options to suit every type

Mayur and his wife, Moana enjoy traveling, hiking and spending time with their 3 children.

In 2015 Mayur Arora won The Times of Canada Award for Innovation in Business

of buyer and seller: from cash back on commission earned, to flat fee models that allow sellers to post their home on MLS and conduct their own showings, to a-la-carte options that allow sellers to purchase professional pictures, virtual tour videos of their home, signage and lockbox to name a few, to full service and support as a traditional Realtor®

“Mayur is a Master Medallion member of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. He is also a member of the prestigious President’s Club of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.”

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Sunny Hundal, Sets Sight on Township of Langley Council. Sunny Hundal moved to the

Lower Mainland in 2001 and has since started his family and business here and has always felt a deep sense of pride for where he lives and firmly believes, being an active member of the community is a responsibility, not a choice. As a father, a business owner, and community advocate, he has the experience and the ideas to make this bright future a reality for Langley.

Sunny is running for the Township of Langley Council to ensure the Township has a bright future as an affordable and livable place for families by seizing on the potential that is here. He wants to take Langley towards an even brighter future for families by working together. Sunny believes “Families are the core of Langley’s strength and what will make Langley’s future bright. I’m running to make sure we remain a livable city, with good jobs, and a strong community.”

He will build on Langley’s past success by making sure that our infrastructure keeps up with our growing

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population and keep taxes low so that there are betterpaying jobs for coming generations and make investments to make sure people get to where they need to go by expanding 208 St and increasing the availability of transit.

Sunny believes, this starts with making sure our great infrastructure like the Langley Events Centre, parks, and services keep up with our growing population –so that there is no trade-off between a growing Langley and our quality of life.

“We need to make sure there are good jobs not just for today but for our kids as well. That’s why I will support our businesses and keep taxes low for you”, said Sunny.

Langley Township is a vibrant community, full of so much potential and that’s why so many people choose to start their families here - because of its strong economy that ranges from industry to the arts, its strong services and recreation facilities, and above all there its strong sense of community that comes from the people who want to make a brighter future for this town.

Sunny further adds, “As a Councilor, I would make sure that we remain a welcoming, and livable community – and take Langley towards an even brighter future as a place where everyone can come, start their families, and realize their dreams.”

Talking about his ambitions as a Councilor, Sunny says, “ I will fight to: Make sure our economy remains

strong by always supporting our businesses and keeping taxes low. Invest in our infrastructure to keep up with our growing population – we need to

make these investments so that there is no trade-off between a growing Langley and our quality of life.

Expand transit so that people can get to where they need, that is why I believe as a start we need to expand 208 St and increase the availability of transit for the people of Langley. But my focus isn’t just delivering on these ideas –

“ I want to hear from you on the kind of town you want to see, and what you want to see happen so that we’re an even more liveable, healthy, and growing community.”

On October 20th elect Sunny Hundal to Council to take Langley towards a brighter future

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For parents with school-aged children, mid-September is an exciting time: kids are getting comfortable in their classrooms, recreational programs are underway, and families are settling into their new routines. But for some parents in Delta, the start to the 2018/19 school year has been anything but smooth.

For them, with an increasing number of out-of-district students filling up Delta classrooms, this September has been marked by frustration – and Achieving for Delta’s school board slate is calling for new policies designed to put Delta Families First.

“It’s hard enough being a parent – between work, appointments, and sitting in traffic, commuting out of the way to send your child to school because your local classroom is full is unacceptable,” said school board candidate Sujay Nazareth. “We need make life easier for young families in Delta – and that’s exactly what Achieving for Delta will do for the 2019/20 school year if elected on October 20.”

“We will put an end to this current school board’s longstanding practice of putting revenue from out-of-district students before local children by introducing a Delta Families First policy.

It’s only fair, and it’s what we owe to families living and paying taxes in Delta,” - Daniel Boisvert also running for school board on George Harvie’s Achieving for Delta slate.

The slate’s three-tiered registration policy will prioritize students living within the school’s catchment area first, with second priority going to Delta students more broadly.

If space is still available, only then would students from

outside of the district be eligible to enroll.

Achieving for Delta’s mayoral candidate George Harvie also announced that he will implement a similar policy for Delta’s recreational programs, citing complaints from residents who’ve reported difficulty registering due to classes being full of out-of-town applicants. This policy would see the current early-bird period of three days set aside for Delta residents extended to two weeks before allowing those outsides of the city to register.

“I’ve heard loud and clear that three days to register is not enough time for busy, working families,” said Harvie. “Not only will we extend this period to two weeks – we will work with our Parks, Recreation, and Culture Commission to look at a user fee structure that is higher for out-of-Delta residents.”

The slate’s Delta Families First policy comes with the release of Achieving for Delta’s school board platform, which includes commitments to: keep Delta schools and children safe; deliver on much-needed track and turf upgrades; ensure that every dollar available is invested in students and the classroom; and work collaboratively to bring open lines of access and communication between teachers, parents, and elected officials.

Achieving for Delta’s school board slate is made up of Erica Beard, Daniel Boisvert, Jessie Dosanjh, and Sujay Nazareth. They join council candidates Dan Copeland, Param Grewal, Alicia Guichon, Lois Jackson, Dylan Kruger, and Cal Traversy on Harvie’s ticket.

Voting takes place on October 20, with advanced polls open October 6, 10, and 11.

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GEORGE HARVIE AND ACHIEVING FOR DELTA

Happy Diwali @Harvie4Delta /Harvie4Delta AchievingForDelta.ca

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The rumbling clouds and peeling thunder announce the arrival of rain and the dust layers of earth settle to give it a lush, happy appearance; the shrill cry of a childbirth brings smiles; the merry pop of a gift box opening is an echo of the heart’s joy - why then, is it not natural to associate joyous sounds to merrymaking, is it not the festive spirit?

Irrespective of nationalities, people the world over have a zealous celebration of events intricately associated with their religion, social group or ideology, differing only in the time of the year but with the same sense of belonging and pride. With the world gone digital, there is no limiting of knowledge and information on the nuances of celebrating any particular festival from even the no longer remote areas of the world. With India being the second most populated, and resourceful people having found their lives’ purpose traversing global boundaries, the festivals have too become more customized, however, retaining their age–old essence. Here, Diwali tops the list chiefly because of the pattern of its celebration - loads of lights, firecrackers, gifts , get-togethers and time for repairing strained bonds while forging new ones as well.

darkness to light, from ignorance to knowledge, from drudgery to prosperity. So, we pray for all to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Laxmi, this Diwali: Resound laughter, joy, happiness Reach from the lips to the eyes Be genuine, curb darkness, illumine The world, Almighty will then turn truly Divine

The conventional belief of the victory of good over evil is generally the symbolic presentation of harnessing one’s own negative energies and illumining the darkness of the overwhelming night by collaborative efforts and positivity of approach. If one can fathom the logic behind such social, religious practices, one can easily infer the essential oneness of human race and the fact that our genius forefathers had been pretty much clever in devising ways for people to conform to societal norms.

Why, Diwali is just as joyous as Eid or even Christmas as in all these festivities the air is so replete with positivity that there’s an irresistible happiness and contagious smiles that give one the hope of a better world in spite of the grim reality that stares us naked in the face.

Why confine the illumining to one day per religious sect, why not adopt it as a human religion. Dispel the dark thoughts, hopelessness from our dark spirits and adopt a deliberate approach of lighting the spark, kindle the warmth and pop the crackers of laughter that resound across the globe, louder than the cries of the suffering, louder than the crack of the gun shots, let the festive spirit of Diwali become a protective shield around the people of the world and lead them from

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SIMRAN WALIA COUNCIL CANDIDATE

DR CO JOA UN N H CIL AN CA S E N ND IDA TE

KIM CO KE UN ND C I L A LL CA ND IDA TE

RO CO BER UN T C CIL AM CA PBE ND L IDA L TE

SY MA LVIA YO BI R A SH L C OP AN DID AT E

NEW LEADERSHIP, NEW IDEAS SYLVIA BISHOP MAYORAL CANDIDATE Sylvia Bishop is a 7-year Delta councilor, life time resident of Delta, and a retired elementary school teacher. She is committed to the preservation of farmland and supportive of agri-business.

Sylvia is steadfast in protecting the environment. She also believes that Delta should not incur any new debt through borrowing money for capital projects. Delta also needs improved infrastructure, transit

choices, affordable housing, state-of-the-art sports and fitness facilities, thriving small businesses and protection of ALR land. Sylvia is running for mayor because she believes Delta’s unique mix of residential, industrial and farm lands make it an attractive place to live, play and work. She wants to lead Delta to the next level of success.

ROBERT CAMPBELL - COUNCIL CANDIDATE Robert Campbell, a resident of Delta for 27 years, is an

experienced member of Delta council who is committed to our city. Under his leadership as chair of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission, Robert has demonstrated his passion for creating the best fields, parks and facilities possible for the Delta residents. He is also a member of both the Finance Committee and the Invest in Delta Committee.

Robert is a retired lawyer who brings his many years of experience on Delta Council to his re-election bid.

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DR JOAN HANSEN - COUNCIL CANDIDATE Dr. Joan Hansen is a selfemployed optometrist who has lived in Delta for 35 years. She is committed to good governance, keeping a balanced budget and finding innovative ways to improve resources in the community.

She has been active in our community and has assumed leadership roles: member of the Delta Police Board, charter member of the Tsawwassen Rotary Club, and president of the B.C. Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists.

Joan is known as a good listener, as a collaborative team player and as a ‘roll-up-the-sleeves’ worker.

KIM KENDALL COUNCIL CANDIDATE Kim Kendall has lived in Delta

with her family since 2012, and it is her dedication to her family that drives her to seek elected office. She wants to help build a community in which her children will be proud to live. Kim has been very active in our community: in coming president of the North Delta Rotary Club, board member of the Tour de Delta, past board member of Tourism Delta, and service on the Delta Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala Committee. She is genuinely in touch with the issues and concerns of the community.

As a strong supporter of sports & recreation facilities, improved transit options & affordable housing as vital components of a strong, family-oriented community.

SIMRAN WALIA - COUNCIL CANDIDATE Simran Walia is a passionate community advocate raising

her young family in Delta, an IT professional and a go-getter who is committed to being a strong voice for everyone who calls Delta their home. She is driven to build a community where culture and diversity thrives and offers Delta a fresh, new perspective and solutions. Simran serves as a Commissioner on Delta’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee and the Seniors’ Advisory SubCommittee, is a founding member and director of an organization spreading awareness about drug use and gang violence. She has undertaken a simulation program for future politicians at UBC. She is a new Rotary member.

Her vision for Delta is improved infrastructure, transit choices, affordable housing, state-of-the-art sports and fitness facilities, thriving small businesses and protection of ALR land.

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SURREY FIRST CANDIDATES PROFILE Four-term Surrey Councillor, and Surrey First mayoral candidate, Tom Gill, introduced his team of council candidates, inviting voters to “imagine our city, the kind of city we want to build ogether & deliver our city’s bold future, with a team that not only has the experience to get it done, but also the fresh perspective and innovative ideas”.

Gill said two-thirds of his Surrey First candidates are new to the team that also includes current councillors Vera LeFranc and Mike Starchuk, with their years of city hall experience and local leadership.

“Surrey First is built on strong principles. It starts with building a powerful team that is diverse yet collaborative.

That’s always been at the heart of Surrey First. Attracting a progressive team from the left, right and centre, then working together to put our city’s agenda first. We’ve done it again with this new and talented Surrey First team. A team that is fresh, young, educated and from all walks of life. A team that has the vision to imagine Surrey’s future, engage in new ideas and perspectives while working alongside Surrey residents to help write the next chapter of our city’s story.”

“Our emphasis is going to be on more LRT connectivity to more neighbourhoods, more police presence with a referendum on a city police force, a handgun ban, continued emphasis on supporting local businesses to create local jobs, enhance our existing investment in our parks, pools and rinks, and build a new world class performing arts centre. We will continue our pattern of smart development that provides a variety of housing options to folks while keeping city hall’s financial house in order,” said Gill.

Councillor Vera LeFranc from Guildford.

Elected in 2014, Vera’s business degree from SFU and commitment to social justice and inclusion give her an incredible civic perspective. Vera’s work on the Surrey Homelessness and Housing Society, Social Innovation Summit and the city’s finance committee reinforce the depth and broad range of interests and skills she brings to the city and Surrey First.

Councillor Mike Starchuk from Newton.

Elected in 2014, Mike retired as Surrey’s Chief Fire Prevention Officer that same year. Mike’s diverse council responsibilities include being chair of both the agriculture and environmental committees, as well as being a member of the diversity and seniors committee. Mike is also a founding member of the Surrey Firefighters Charitable Society which provides incredible programs right across the city.

Stoppers, an organization well known to residents across the region. Linda is also Chair of the Zajac Ranch for Children, Vice-Chair of Osteoporosis Canada, and is a member of the board of Semiahmoo House. In addition, Linda is an active volunteer with Peace Arch Hospital and the Nature Trust of BC, and she is a member of Kwantlen’s criminology curriculum advisory committee.

Narima Dela Cruz from city centre.

Narima is a court and medical interpreter, a realtor and longtime community advocate and volunteer. In addition to being a past chair of the Parent Advisory Council at Johnston Heights Secondary, Narima is also a founding director and President of the Surrey Philippine Independence Day Society, and volunteers with the Canadian Cancer Society, Surrey Food Bank and BC Transplant Society.

Paul Hillsdon from Fleetwood.

A graduate of both UBC and SFU, Paul was born in Surrey, and grew up in Cloverdale and Newton. Paul works with TransLink as the South of the Fraser Rapid Transit Project Planner. He is a strong advocate for sustainable development and was a founding member of the Surrey Leadership Youth Council and CampOUT!, BC’s only leadership retreat for LGBTQ youth.

Trevor Halford from south Surrey.

Born and raised in Surrey, Trevor graduated from Elgin Park and earned a political science degree at Trinity Western. Trevor is Public Affairs Director with Trans Canada Corporation, a youth soccer coach and an advocate for young Surrey families.

Upkar Tatlay from Panorama.

As Managing Director of Oxus Nexus, Upkar oversees emerging technologies in the biotech and cleantech industries. Upkar is also Executive Director of Opus Prep Foundation, one of the most successful youth outreach and mentoring organizations in the province. In addition, he is a former firefighter, and his community work has included being Chair of the Surrey Library Board.

Raminder Thomas from Cloverdale.

Raminder is Executive Director of the Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce, where she’s helping to grow a vibrant business community. Raminder is a member of Surrey’s Heritage Services Advisory Board, and a graduate of the University of Victoria and BCIT.

Linda Annis from south Surrey.

Linda is Executive Director of Metro Vancouver Crime

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concerned and active member of the Surrey community, Saira Aujla has worked diligently in improving her community. She is a long-term resident of Surrey, calling it home for 31 years. Saira is a successful business woman. She is a community Radio Host, Realtor and a mother of four. She has raised all her children in the Heart of Surrey. As an award-winning realtor in Surrey for the past 26 years, she has witnessed the expansive growth of Surrey. She is concerned with the lack of infrastructure and public transit to accommodate the rampant growth.

Being trilingual, fluency in Cantonese, Hindi, Punjabi and English enables her to stay tapped into on a very personal level with Surrey’s multicultural community.

In 2014, Saira Aujla had a very successful run as a Councillor Candidate for Surrey, she came in with the highest votes for an independent candidate. Once again, exhibiting her commitment to bring about positive change, Saira ran for the constituency of Green Timbers as a Green Party MLA Candidates during the 2017 provincial election. Saira believes that the only way to make change is to actively transform current local government from within. She is looking forward to celebrating the positive improvement that will be made in local governance.

Her hope is to be an active participants in improving the lives of Surrey’s residents. Saira is most fulfilled when she is helping raise thequality of life of individuals in her community.

Her hope is to bring about changes that enable our c o m m u n i t y to become further vibrant.

She vows to contribute by being a passionate and positive community builder.

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SEEMS THE HOURGLASS IS EMPTYING ITSELF FASTER THAN USUAL OR IS IT? Why, we so want to hold on, move the hands of the clock to the time when the Earth was a beautiful place, and everything was happily ever after… or was there a time like that? Have we been fed with too much idealism? Have we grown up and groomed in the blame culture to such perfection that we look at the yesteryears with contempt and the years to come with disdain?

Considering earth as an organism, one with its principle biological systems that have been grossly compromised, it had clearly been defined as an ‘Ailing Planet’ by Nani Palkhiwala in the last century. What with the ‘Era of Responsibility’ and ‘Holistic World View’? Wake up humans, roll up your sleeves, pull up your socks and run – yes, run.

We have wreaked enough havoc on earth and are still going strong. The proverbial carrot looms large in front of our eyes

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promising changes – miraculous changes -a new earth!!

One more toy to the unruly children to abuse, play with and destroy!?

The news stories of earth buckling under climatic changes and natural disasters – firenadoes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, forest fires, incessant rains, extreme heat, earthquakes, landslides – now run into hundreds by the years. The recurrence catches the ‘intelligent being’ unaware and he’s pulled further down to realize his own puny status in the Lord’s design of things. The imbalance in various aspects of the earth’s systems didn’t happen overnight or over the last few decades, it has only pronounced itself – thanks to education and media.

The advancement of human race has, by far, been the

biggest contribution in earth’s deteriorating condition but the arrogant, selfish, self-centered approach of the humans still takes the cake. This approach has fragmented the earth as per the narrow confines of the strategists. Pass the buck and lo and behold! We have the perfect formula for a disaster to happen.

We create a hue and cry, then when the initial anxiety settles, we sit back till another calamity strikes.

Independent, local, national and international bodies come together to plan feasible solutions which after a loss of precious time are rubbished by another powerful group.

The list of pacts, undertakings, policies, out-of-the-box innovative techniques can convince anyone of a utopia that comes materializing at the blink of an eye, but the truth is ugly, in fact, it is outrightly unnerving.

We must take individual responsibility of our carbon footprints, our actions that result in overexploitation of earth’s resources. We must form a one-man army against malpractices and adopt oneness as the new success mantra to go on inhabiting this earth. Nature, by law is abundant and like a mother nourishes but one must also remember that the mother cannot be taken for granted because ‘Heaven hath no fury as a woman in ire’/ I won’t mention a ‘To do’ list; what is technology for? Let’s for a change, put it to constructive use. And save the earth, save the beautiful, serene blue and the fertile green.

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It’s no secret that British Columbia offers some of the best outdoor adventures in the world. A better-kept secret is when to come. Spring, summer and fall have their charms, but for many British Columbians, winter is when things get really interesting. And, although BC’s growing reputation as a downhill destination is the obvious draw, there’s a lot more to winter here than skiing and boarding.

May we suggest, for example, dog sledding, snowmobiling, sleigh riding, ice climbing, ice fishing or snowshoeing? Virtually every mountain resort in the province offers a growing menu of ways to play in the snow, from snowshoeing to tubing, outdoor ice skating to romantic horse-drawn sleigh rides.

SNOW-TUBING: basically sliding down a track on an inner tube — is available at most of the big ski resorts.

It’s fast, fun, easy and a huge hit with kids.

ZIPLINING: a year-round sport, lets you fly above the snow-capped treetops while securely harnessed to a steel cable.

ICE CLIMBING: if you can climb a rock face, why not scale a waterfall? Frozen waterfalls in the Coast Mountains and the Kootenay Rockies attract challenge-hungry rock climbers in winter. Other activities, such as snowshoeing, dog sledding and snowmobiling, which began life as high-latitude transport, are gaining ground as winter sports in BC.

SNOWSHOEING: one of the most accessible and low impact winter activities there is, snowshoeing requires little more skill than walking, so beginners, kids and non-athletes can be trekking through the white hush of a winter forest in no time.

One popular twist is a romantic starlit snowshoe trek followed by fondue at a lodge or marshmallow roasting over a campfire. At the other extreme, outfitters can take serious snowshoers on multi-day, hut-to-hut, wilderness treks; Wells Gray Provincial Park in the Thompson Okanagan region is a prime destination.

DOG SLEDDING: this traditional form of transport is gaining huge popularity as a sport, a thrill ride, and a low-impact way to get around the backcountry. Many BC ski resorts offer short trips for beginners, while several companies offer longer day and overnight lodge-based journeys.

At Elkford, near Fernie in the Kootenay Rockies, the annual Wilderness Classic Sled Dog Derby features dog sledding and skijoring (where a skier is pulled along by a dog team). In addition, each February, Fort St. James in Northern BC hosts the annual Caledonia Classic Dogsled Races, an exciting sprinting event.

SNOWMOBILING: Snowmobiling is growing in popularity throughout BC, thanks to the easy access it provides into BC’s backcountry. At Whistler, guided rides might finish with a fondue dinner at a cabin in the woods.

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can snowmobile across a glacier. The Logan Lake area, near Kamloops in the Thompson Okanagan, has some 500 kilometres (311 miles) of marked trails, while the Rocky, Purcell, Selkirk and Monashee mountains in the Kootenay Rockies beckon with vast backcountry and panoramic views. Guides can take snowmobilers into the alpine from Golden, Revelstoke and Panorama Mountain Village.

lodge, complete with roaring fire, top notch cuisine and a passionate discussion about the next off-beat sport to try.

Curling up by the fire is of course, always an option. Whether you’ve spent the day snowmobiling, ice skating, dog sledding, or having a hot stone massage, you still get your après - finishing the day in a spa resort, a ski condo or a eco-friendly backcountry

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We have come a long way from the woody mammoths, the dinosaurs, the apes and the caves yet we carry the essential need of companionship forward through the ages and across the species.

True, the most essential in the new fad list of essentials for the generations is the need to connect - even if we make this statement to be inclusive of the virtual relations, they still fulfill the basic parameter of providing solace. Yes, the essence - the be all and end all of any relationship is the high emotion of solace.

We, being of a progressive approach, are not expected to live in watertight compartments that define or limit the conventional relationships. On the other hand, we need to be more fluid in approach and all

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encompassing of a tolerant, understanding, calm and pleasant demeanor.

The greatest loss to humanity has not been rendered by the power hungry kings, emperors, statesmen, terror groups or the nukes but by the ever widening narrowing mindsets that shut things in and that shut things out; resultant? Dying relations, depression, anxiety, retaliation and an unhappy society.

Studies have over and over proved that the perpetrators of heinous acts are those that have been themselves lonely and held grudges, for they could never feel close to anyone to be able to unburden their ailing hearts. Why then, how does one justify the so-called new techniques of providing companion pets? Pouring out? Being cared for? I mentioned companionship across generations and species. Is history not replete with examples of people with lovable lifetime companion pets? The crux is to open up, understand and be understood without the fear of being judged.

Do unto others as we expect others to do unto us,

but do we really balance that gospel? How is it that we prioritize ourselves over others and seek a favoritism? That’s how a relationship is killed - no bloodshed but tons of heartache and a irreparable loss of faith.

Our vision has turned so myopic that in order to achieve the super hyped Sustainable Development Goals we have forwarded so much as to vie for turning robots more human by incorporating emotions in them probably by drawing from the human reserves that are now running dry in this mechanistic world.

No, I did not endeavor to preach you into maintaining strained relations, or handling multiple romances but my effort has chiefly been on emphasizing to have relationships that so define emotions and qualify us as humans who haven’t lost everything yet - who aren’t completely lost yet and can create a beautiful earth to inhabit rather than spend trillions in finding an identical earth twin - A relationship here as well!!

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REAL ESTATE RUNS IN MY BLOOD - Ankur Kaushal The Times of Canada had the opportunity to interview the young and very talented Surrey based realtor, Ankur Kushal. For anyone, who is seeking to tap into the market of the real estate business, this interview is a must read!

TOC: Why did you decide to become a realtor?

Ankur: As a child, I would often tag along with my dad to work, whether it is showings, open houses, or meetings. My dad, Sameer Kaushal, is a successful real estate agent over the last 10+ years. I saw myself in the same environment. However, this interest did not spark right away, in high school, I aspired to become a family doctor, this was the opposite of Real Estate, but my family supported it. I was accepted into the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC). I stayed on campus first year and would come home on weekends.

Seeing my dad working hard, I decided to enroll myself into the Sauder School of Business to become a Realtor.

TOC: In your opinion, what a client would seek in a potential realtor?

Ankur: Without a question, a client would seek loyalty from a Realtor. Loyalty is everything in this business. You cannot succeed without it.

TOC: There are so many realtors in the lower mainland, why should someone prefer you?

Ankur: I am Young, Driven, and Passionate about what I do. Real Estate runs in my blood.

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My dad is my mentor so anyone who chooses me is choosing my dad too. I am fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi. Most of the Realtors in this industry are much older than me and it is perfectly fine; however, they don’t have the same energy and enthusiasm, which separates me from the rest.

TOC: Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

Ankur: Top 1% Realtor in Fraser Valley and top 5 Realtor in my brokerage, Century 21 Coastal Surrey.

TOC: How is your life as a realtor?

Ankur: Life is a realtor is quite fast-paced. I am trying to maintain a work-life balance. I am continuously learning from my dad, school, and colleagues.

TOC: What have you learned from this career?

Ankur: This career has taught me patience. I have learned that you cannot please everyone and there are always criticizers trying to get in your head but do not let anything demotivate you. You must deal with everything professionally and ethically.

Ankur: Without Social Media, it would be impossible to do well in this business. Facebook, Instagram, home spotted, and Realtor.ca is vital to anyone in this business. It is important that your listings are visible to the active daily users on these platforms. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, bus shelters, flyers, the newspaper ads, magazine ads, and real estate weekly’ are the strategies we are focusing on.

Out of sight is out of mind!

TOC: Who is your inspiration as a realtor?

Ankur: My dad, seeing him build his business from the ground up is what motivated me to become a realtor. Seeing him struggle when I was young was quite difficult for my family and me. He worked two jobs, one filling up gas at a gas station and working night shifts at a corner store. He barely had time for us, but he was still working hard for us to have a better future. His dedication is truly inspiring. He loves what he does and is passionate about it. It is a dream come true for me to be able to work alongside my role model, my mentor, the hardworking man I know, my DAD!

TOC: What would you recommend to others, who want to be in the same profession?

Ankur: You are your own boss, set the rules, and goals. Hard work is the ultimate road to success.

Your time, effort, and energy determine your success.

TOC: What are the pros and cons of being a realtor?

Ankur: Pros- Well, you get to meet other citizens/ professionals in the industry, networking, being able to help others, you become a professional, and unlimited income potential.

Cons- No safety net in slow periods, buying & selling can be stressful for clients and you.

TOC: What are the most common concerns of a client?

Ankur: How much is the basement rent “laughs.”

Typically, a client is concerned about getting approval from banks as financing and getting mortgage approval is not that easy nowadays.

They are also concerned whether the seller would fix defects in the property as noted.

TOC: In your opinion, how effective is social media for realtors? Any business promotion strategies you would like to share.

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According to the Surrey Now Leader website article, Gangs in Surrey: The search for solutions, mentions, “Surrey’s 22nd shots-fired incident so far in 2018 – almost one a week.

There were 88 in 2015, 61 in 2016 and 57 in 2017.”

Unfortunately, reports show that children as young as 10 years old are being recruited into Surrey’s criminal gangs according to CTV News. With young children being involved in gangs, it not only puts their own life in immediate danger, but has an equally devastating impact on a chance of a promising future. Criminal behavior in our community is an urgent issue which needs to addressed in a proper way. It also deeply affects the families and friends from these youth but this can all be avoided if we work together to help our youth.

Teenagers transitioning from elementary school to high school deal with peer rejection, bullying, peer pressure and social alienation. It is these things that

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can lead youth into the grasp of gangs as it provides an inflated sense of power and belonging that was lacking before. As individuals, we need to stand up for each other and focus on empowering one another to create positive change.

Parents and guardian figures need to do their part by keeping an eye out for out for unusual behavior and which crowd their children are choosing to be associated around. Parents should be giving their children their undivided attention and guidance in order for them to make more insightful decisions. Parents and guardians should encourage youth to participate in clubs, give back to the community and focus on academic success.

Keeping youth busy with positive constructive outlets will encourage them to balance out their important responsibilities and begin understanding their priorities.

Playing on sports teams or joining clubs in school are great ways to keep children busy and create community.

We need to have the determination and motivation in order to create positive change in our communities. KidsPlay, a non-profit organization that initiates sports and programs, is an excellent example of a program that is aimed towards at risk youth. As someone who has been involved in KidsPlay, I have seen the direct growth and impact it has on the children. In order to prevent gang violence and drug use, we need promote positive change now.

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The Times of Canada got the privilege to get hold of “Summit Mann� a Surrey based young and talented wrestler.

We asked 21 rapid-fire questions and here is the gist of what Summit answered: About yourself: Born and raised in Surrey, studying in grade 12 at Queen Elizabeth Secondary School.

Did your family support the passion of wrestling?

I belong to a wrestling family background. My family has been wrestling for the past 80 years. From my Great-Grandfather to my father, my uncle and my younger brother. Everyone has always encouraged me and supported me.

Who is your favorite wrestler of all time: Jordan Burroughs, Team USA and Yogeshwar Dutt, Team India.

Why and when did you decide to become a wrestler?

I have been going to practices with my dad (my wrestling coach) from the very young age. My father has been coaching the provincial and the Canadian national teams time to time. This inspired me to join the sport of wrestling.

Injuries that you sustained: Nothing major, it is only cuts, bruises and sprains.

Who has influenced you as a wrestler?

My uncle, Sujeet Maan, who was an Olympian for team India influenced me a lot.

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He is currently the Indian National Team coach. Every time I visit my grand parents in Haryana, I go to my family’s ancient wrestling club, Hanuman Akhara Delhi. It is the same akhara where my family has been training “Pehalwani” for the past four generations. This inspires me to keep my family tradition going on.

If not a wrestler, what would you be?

I really would not know, maybe hanging out with the buddies behind the school in the alley and do nothing. Life would be so much different. I do encourage people of my age and younger than me to join the school sports and stay away from the bad elements like drugs and gangs.

Your diet and fitness regime: My diet is very high in protein and I train 5-6 days out in a week.

Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

In the next 5 years, I would most likely be wrestling and training. I will also finish my post-graduation degree, depending on how’s my academic performance this year.

What makes you unique and different from competitors?

My ability to come back after a deficit is something, which makes me different from other people in the wrestling room.

A message would you like to give to others who want to become a wrestler: Time is your biggest investment. Work hard and sacrifice the gadgets. You will have to cut down your social time and train for long hours.

Best advice you have ever received: In our sport, during the wrestling match you cannot lose your focus.

Any tips you want to share with the readers: Do something you love and make it your future. Work hard and make sacrifices to achieve success.

Life as a wrestler: Very busy, wrestling takes a lot of my time and effort in the wrestling ring or out of it. This includes weightlifting, track, food and recovery.

Tell us about your most memorable match: Most likely, my provincial final, I lost to the same opponent twice before during the season scores both times were 10-0 10-0, but I beat him in the BC High School Provincial Championship with a score of 20-10 and surprised everyone in the wrestling arena.

What have you learned from this sport?

Hard work, dedication and consistency play a big role.

Do you intend to play at the international level?

Hopefully, yes! I am training hard under the coaching of my father, Sucha Mann. I am trying my best. Wrestling is my family sport and it runs in my blood. Starting from my great-grandfather, my grad father runs wrestling club (akhara) in our village in Haryana (India). I hope one day I can reach the level my father and my olympian uncle achieved and keep my family passion continued in the sport of wrestling.

What are your achievements?

2017 BC High School Provincial Championship Bronze Medal 2018 BC High School Provincial Championship Gold Medal 2018 BC Summer Games, Nanaimo BC Gold Medal 2015 India Day Wrestling at Laxmi Narayan Temple Won Kids Champion 2016 India Day Wrestling at Laxmi Narayan Temple Won Youth Champion 2017 India Day Wrestling at Laxmi Narayan Temple Won Cadet Champion 2018 India Day Wrestling at Laxmi Narayan Temple Won “Champion” Title

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INGREDIENTS • 4 boiled potatoes • 1 cup soaked sago • ½ tea spoon grated ginger • 6-8 Cashews grinded • Sea salt, more or less to taste • 1 teaspoon freshly grated coconut powder • Around 10 sweet neem leaves • 1 green chilly finely chopped • 1 spoon dry mango powder • Oil to fry approx. 1 ½ cup METHOD 1 Mash all boiled potatoes well and mix all the ingredients & in to a bindable paste then make small cylindrical rolls.

2 Take frying pan add oil and shallow fry the rolls at medium flame till they are golden brown. Take a plate spread tissue towel and then spread the rolls on it.

3- Serve the rolls with green chutnee.

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Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

2 lbs chicken cut into serving pieces 1 large potato quartered 1 large carrot sliced 1 large bell pepper sliced 1 cup green peas 8 ounces tomato sauce 4 cloves garlic minced 4 pieces hotdogs sliced 1 medium onion diced 1 1/4 cups chicken broth or stock 2 pieces dried bay leaves 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar 4 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions • • • • • • • • • •

Pour-in cooking oil in a cooking pot or casserole then apply heat.

Pan-fry the chicken until the color turns light brown (about 3 minutes per side).

Remove the chicken from the cooking pot.

On the same cooking pot, sauté garlic and onions.

Put-in the sliced hotdogs and pan-fried chicken then cook for a minute.

Pour-in tomato sauce and chicken stock then add bay leaves. Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.

Add the potato and carrots then simmer for 7 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.

Put-in the bell pepper, green peas, salt, sugar, and ground black pepper then cook for 3 minutes more.

Turn-off heat then transfer to a serving plate.

Serve with steamed rice. Share and enjoy!

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INGREDIENTS

For The Dough: • All-purpose flour – 2 Cup • Oil – 1 Tsp • Salt – 1/2 Tsp • Milk – 4 Tbsp + Water For Kneading Soft Dough For Filling: • Carrots, Grated – 1 Cup • Cabbage, Grated – 1 Cup • Bell Pepper, Chopped – 5 Tbsp • Spring Onion Greens – 1 Tbsp • White Vinegar – 2 Tsp • Ginger-Garlic Paste – 1 Tsp • Chili Sauce – 1 Tsp • Soy Sauce – 1 Tsp • Ginger Garlic Paste – 1 Tbsp • Salt To Taste • Black Pepper – 1 Tsp

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INSTRUCTIONS: For Making The Dough: 1. Combine all-purpose flour, salt, and oil in a mixing bowl. Mix well.

2. Add milk and mix well again.

3. Now add enough water to make a smooth dough, just like the chapati dough.

4. Cover it and let it rest for 30 minutes.

For Filling: 1. Add shredded cabbage to a bowl. Add salt and mix well.

2. Squeeze out the excess water. (You can use this nutritious water for kneading chapati dough) 3. Add shredded carrots, bell pepper, spring onion greens and mix well.

4. Now add the chili sauce, the soy sauce, vinegar, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and mix well.

5. Now add black pepper and mix well again.

6. Stuffing is ready.

For Making The Dumplings: 1. Divide dough into 14-15 equal sized balls. Dust them with some dry flour.

2. Roll each dough ball thin into about 3″ circle, or until almost translucent.

3. The edges should be thin. Roll all the balls.

4. Wet the edge with some water.

5. Place about 1 tbsp filling in the center.

6. Bring one edge and start pleating.

7. Twist to seal the dumpling. Stuff the rest of the dough balls in the same way.

8. Heat water in a steamer or a pan.

9. Cover the steaming basket with lettuce or cabbage.

10. Arrange the momos on the steaming basket.(Make sure to have some space between them, so they do not stick to each other.)

11. Place the steaming basket over the steamer or pan and steam for about 10 minutes.

12. Serve with spicy momos chutney.

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INGREDIENTS: • • • • • • • • •

6 or 7 ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/2 lbs) 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons) 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 6-8 fresh basil leaves chopped 3/4 teaspoon sea salt, more or less to taste 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 baguette French bread or similar Italian bread 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil

METHOD: 1. Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from the heat. Put the tomatoes in the hot water and blanch for 1 minute.

Remove and let sit until cool enough to handle. Then gently peel off the tomato skins. Cut out the stem base. Cut the tomatoes into halves or quarters and squeeze out most of the juices and seeds.

2. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a rack in the top slot of the oven.

3. Finely chop the tomatoes and place them in a medium bowl. Mix in the minced garlic, 1 Tbsp extra

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virgin olive oil, and the balsamic vinegar. Stir in the thinly sliced basil and add salt and freshly ground black pepper, adding more to taste.

4. Use a bread knife to slice the baguette on the diagonal making half-inch thick slices. Brush one side of each slice with olive oil (a pastry brush helps here) and place olive oil-side down on a baking sheet or roasting pan. The baguette slices will toast best in the top rack of your oven,so you may need to work in batches to toast them all.

When the oven has reached 450°F (230°C) place the slices in the oven on the top rack and toast for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned around the edges.

5. Arrange the toasted bread on a platter, olive oil side facing up (the olive oil will help create a temporary barrier keeping the bread from getting soggy from the chopped tomatoes). Either serve the toasts plain with a bowl of the tomato bruschetta mixture on the side for people to top their own, or use a spoon to gently top each toasted bread slice with some of the tomato mixture. If you top each slice individually, do it right before serving.

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Rasam is a spicy soup made in south India using tamarind

juice, pepper, tomato, cumin and other spices. Vegetables and steamed lentils are also added to it for extra nutrition. It is either eaten along with rice or drunk after a meal. Its distinct taste is sourness, contributed by the tamarind base. It is usually difficult to find a healthy dish that is also appetizing, but rasam is one of those dishes.

Types of rasam Different types of rasam can be made using various major ingredients. Tomato rasam is one of the most popular types.

Now-a-days, rasam powder can be bought from retail stores to be used to get the taste just right.

1. Prevents constipation Rasam contains tamarind that is rich in dietary fibre or nonstarch polysaccharides, such as mucilage, pectin, hemicellulose, tannin and gums. It adds bulk to food and eases bowel movement.

Thus, easing constipation.

2. Has antioxidative action The ingredients in rasam, especially tamarind, are rich in antioxidants. Thus, it protects the body against attack of free radicals. The skin remains young, supple, and healthy.

3. Good for convalescing patients The nutritious properties of rasam and its fluid consistency make it an ideal food for convalescing patients. By adding lentils and vegetables, the

protein and nutrient value of rasam can be increased.

4. Good for pregnant women Pregnant women will also find rasam to be a good meal that will give them essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and proteins. It is also easy to digest and keeps the intestines working properly.

5. Good for introducing baby to solid food Babies can be introduced to rasam as their first solid food because it is easily digestible as well as tasty. Semi-solid food is the best type of food for a baby who has recently been weaned off mother’s milk.

6. Rich in vitamins Rasam is rich in essential vitamins such as thiamin, folic acid, vitamin A, vitamin C, niacin, and riboflavin. Some of these vitamins act as antioxidants as well, keeping the body healthy.

7. Contains a wealth of minerals Being a fairly good source of minerals, rasam is an ideal food for people to include in a balanced diet. Potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, selenium, copper and magnesium are the minerals provided by a serving of this delicious food.

8. Helps lose weight The black pepper content of rasam is what helps the body lose weight. It promotes removal of toxins by making the body sweat and produce more urine. Thus, the body’s metabolism is kept working properly.

9. Helps keep cancer at bay Regular consumption of rasam may help keep cancer away. Black pepper present in rasam contains a substance called piperine. This substance has been found to have an inhibitory effect on cancerous cells, along with curcumin found in turmeric.

10. Encourages digestion Rasam plays the primary role of promoting digestion. Its black pepper content ensures that the stomach is signaled to produce more acid. This helps digest food, such as proteins better, and prevents flatulence, indigestion, gas, constipation, acidity and diarrhea.

Making healthy meals does not have to be time-consuming or unpalatable.

Rasam is one of the best foods to be eaten when planning a balanced meal. Partake of this dish and revel in its delicious taste!

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To make softer chapattis, take the flour, add warm water and some warm milk and knead the dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes before making chapattis.

Use heavy bottomed vessel for boiling milk and for preparations using milk like kheer. Before adding the milk, a little water can be added to the vessel to avoid the milk from sticking to the bottom and getting burnt.

Toasting nuts, rice, rava and dal (lentils) before cooking with it increases its flavors considerably.

Adding few drops of oil to the rice before cooking it will prevent it from becoming sticky.

Use the excess dal water from boiling dal to make rasam.

Similarly, after boiling vegetables if you do not want the extra water, the liquid can be used in gravies or for making chapatti dough.

Rub your hands in a stainless steel sink or vessel to remove the strong smell of onions or garlic.

When boiling potatoes or eggs, add a pinch of salt to the water. This will help peel the skin easily later.

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Are There Foods with Negative Calories?

Is it true there are foods like celery that take more calories to digest than they provide? What are some dietary strategies for the prevention and treatment of obesity? Large portion sizes are often targeted, and so, restriction of portion size is an important element of many diet programs, but it’s hard to get people to eat less food. A more effective approach may be to shift the emphasis from the quantity of food eaten to the quality of the food eaten. By choosing foods with lower calorie density, we can eat the same amount of food, or even more food, while losing weight.

Are there foods with negative calories, foods that take more energy to digest than they provide? Does eating celery, for example, result in a negative energy balance? Celery is

a readily available whole-food that has the ability to add bulk and flavor to a meal, without adding excess calories. It is also subject to a renowned health myth, that when consuming celery there is a ‘negative’ intake of calories, and therefore, the energy required for its digestion,

assimilation, and nutrient storage is assumed to be greater than the energy it itself contains. So, they put it to the test. A cup of celery—about two stalks—has 16 calories. To digest that much celery takes about 14 calories. So no, the consumption of celery does not induce a negative energy balance, but you are only left with two calories. This fact, combined with the high fiber and water content of celery, does make it a good snack for inclusion in a diet for weight loss or management. Maybe negative calorie foods is not a myth after all, though.

Researchers at Penn State offered people a meal of pasta, in which they could eat as much as they wanted. This is how many calories of pasta they ate. If, in addition to the all-youcan-eat pasta meal, they gave people a small salad, what do you think happened? Did those 50 extra calories of salad just end up on top of the pasta calories? No, they ended up eating less pasta over all, and not just 50 calories less pasta, 65 less calories, and by adding a bigger salad, ended up eating a 100 fewer calories. So, effectively, the salad provided “negative calories.” Of course, it depends what kind of salad. They’re not talking about typical commercially available salads with like ranch dressing and cheese. You add those kinds of salad and you end up eating less pasta, but there are so many calories in conventional salads, you end up worse off calorie-wise in the end. But healthy salads worked.

They conclude: “eat less” is not always the best advice.

For foods very low in energy density, such as water-rich vegetables—like salad—larger portions increase satiety, the feeling of fullness, and reduce meal calorie intake. nutritionfacts.org (CC BY-NC 4.0)

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By Tami Esmail E: info-canada@satyapaul.com

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s 2018 starts to wind down, the new season and climate brings with it new styles and new colours but not just that – there’s a very definite and conscious shift in Bollywood with regard to the environment and making fashion more sustainable and, for that we applaud designers and celebrities alike.

There’s nothing quite like leaving a fashionable footprint that is ecofriendly yet, so very fashionable!

With that in mind, let’s review the styles coming our way this season.

Colours, colours and colours – or not!

Monochromatic blacks and whites are back as are golds and champagnes this season, where nude palettes and reinventing the nude theme seems to be the popular choice for brides and stars alike.Having said that, bewitching pastels remain in the spotlight too as designers that swear by the softer pastels continue to incorporate them into the fabric of their designs as we see soft shades of pink, purple and teal continuing to take centre stage in designs.

Two other big shades to watch for – military green and orange – while these colours are common in everyday western gear they aren’t exactly colours we associate with the traditional saree or lengha. Get ready to have more contemporary designs in tribal and vintage looks likely take over the next season .

Prints and colours come and go but the ethereal flower remains a strong component this season. Vintage florals, phulkari and camouflage as well as paisley prints will make a reappearance this season. Flower themes remind us of the midsummer and take you back to the days of a garden filled with beautiful blossoms – an ever reminder of the promise of summer!

Drapes this season are fuller, silhouettes and hemlines alike are longer and longer. Gone are the days where less is more – more definitely is more this season. Not a bad thing, I say!

Bell sleeves, floor touch sleeves and funky asymmetrical sleeves – all continue this season.

Wear it on your sleeve, with pride!

Ponchos, capes and jackets appear more and more – be them printed, embellished, short, long, colored or not – pair them with a lengha, saree or gown and take your old tired outfit to a whole new level. Versatile and fun to wear, adding a jacket gives you that a la mode, very stylish look with minimum fuss and pomp.

Works every time!

Long kurti style jackets – with front slit – are a popular choice this season. Easily won on skirts, palazzos, leggings, straight tapered pants or better yet pair with a sharara or gharara in soft chiffon for that easy breezy beautiful look and feel. Shararas and ghararas – a must have this season and easily a take over from palazzos that have run their course in style history.

Whoever said the ‘cold shoulder’ was out was oh so very wrong! This trend of the cut-out shoulders remains strong this season and revealing just a glimpse of skin seems even more popular than before. Time to tone those shoulders, ladies! With that, I say – style is as much about what you wear as it is about how an outfit makes you feel when you wear it. Stay true to your own sense of style sense while you explore and relish the next season!

Happy Diwali and Happy New Styling this year!

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Lenghas remain popular but the new kid on the block this season – the pre-pleated saree. The sexiest and oldest of Indian attire, the saree comes with a new twist with each season. Pre-pleating, adding a statement belt and wait for it – wearing a churidaar as the ‘underskirt’ in place of the traditional petticoat are making waves in the saree world. Having a churidaar under your saree allows you more versatility and fluid movement which in turn makes the entire saree wearing that much more comfortable not to mention fashionable & stylish. Try it!

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Known for his positive attitude and energy, Shah explains that it’s not always easy to be in host-mode all the time, “Fighting with situations on the inside but smiling and being energetic on the outside has never been easy.” Despite the tougher aspects of his profession, he has been able to rise to the occasion and make his mark in the industry.

Over his 15 years in the media industry, Gaurav has touched millions of hearts. Shah has achieved many milestones, hosting television show CAMPUS PUNJABI on Zee ETC Punjabi, winning the title Mr. North India twice, one of the Lead Actor in the Hindi film 2 Nights in Soul Valley (2012), recently done Short film on International students “Study Visa” directed by Nav Dalvi and released under WhiteHill Productions banner on YouTube, lots of music videos in his account as lead model/actor and much more. When asked what his best career moment is, he responds, “Each and every show I do is the most important one for me. They’re all very close to my heart, from road

GAURAV SHAH, a familiar name and face among the Indian community in Surrey, is a successful anchor, presenter and radio personality. He has hosted prominent events in British Columbia and India starting from Road shows to small Promotional events, In-store shows, Corporate product launches, Game shows to Colleges fests and competitions, Punjabi singers to Bollywood stars’ shows, ICL & Indian Premier League (IPL) and many more.

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OSHO EXPLAINS the four ages the Indian mystics call ‘satyuga’, ‘treta’, ‘dwapar’, and ‘kaliyug’, and declares that darkness and unconsciousness can only be broken by people whose life has become meditation.

For the new humanity, millions of changes are going to happen. One of the major changes will be that the positive person has to become articulate. He has to say to the world what he is experiencing, without any fear, without any embarrassment, without any suspicions that it may be imagination. Even if it is imagination, it may do good. But it is not imagination. You cannot imagine spiritual experiences; you don’t have any notion what they are. Unless you know them, there is no way of imagining them, and when you have known them, there is no question of imagination.

The people in the world are in immense need of a few articulate, positive, assertive individuals. Not only their words will be helpful, but their presence – because their words can only be supported by their presence, by their actions, by their responses. There is no other kind of evidence. If people see that you are really living peace, that your life is a song of silence and each of your actions shows it, we can change the whole negative and sick psychology of man.

Otherwise… these negative people have been predominant all through history – because it is very easy to be negative, anybody can do it. Anybody can say, even to Gautam Buddha, that “Whatever you are saying is all nonsense.” And even a man like Gautam Buddha cannot produce any evidence of his enlightenment. If the person is adamant, stubborn, closed, there is no way.

Buddha can help the person if he is open, vulnerable,

receptive, ready to feel Buddha’s presence, ready to feel his fragrance, ready to become part of his silence. But most of the people in the world are living under the impact of negative people. This impact has created such an unconscious state… people go on falling more and more into unconsciousness, into darkness.

Sometimes I think that the Eastern idea has some psychological significance. It may not be true factually and historically, but psychologically… nobody has explored the idea. Just as Charles Darwin proposed the idea of evolution, the East has believed for thousands of years in a contrary idea of involution, not evolution; that man is not growing higher, but falling lower; that the first golden age was in the very beginning. It is worth understanding the whole idea as a psychological interpretation – not as history, not as science, but as psychology.

The first age, according to the Eastern mystics is called satyuga, the age of truth, the golden age. In a way we can see that each man passes through that golden age again when he is a child. When the whole humanity was in its childhood, then the idea becomes very relevant. Children must learn to speak lies; otherwise, they simply speak the truth, without any learning. Truth is not to be learned, it is just out of your innocence. Lying needs learning, cleverness, cunningness, calculatedness. Truth needs only innocence. So, the first age in the Eastern calculation was satyuga, the age of truth. They have called it ‘the golden age’. Their description is tremendously significant. Describing satyuga they say it was like a table with four legs, absolutely balanced. Satyuga had four legs, which kept it absolutely balanced. Then things started falling. The theory is exactly against Charles Darwin – I 92

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One leg dropped. The table became very unbalanced; life became unbalanced. Things were no longer the same as they had been – peaceful, silent, tranquil. With three legs, all balance was lost – but still, the table can be converted into a tripod. A tripod has three legs; some balance is still possible.

This second age is called treta, because of three legs – treta means three. The English word ‘three’ comes from the Sanskrit root, tre, and tretaalso comes from the same root.

Life was no longer golden. Innocence was lost – that was the leg that was missing – people became cleverer, more cunning.

Then as days went by, things went down more. The third age is called dwapar. One more leg dropped; only two legs remained. All balance was lost.Dwapar is the same as the English word two. Dwapar comes from the Sanskrit root, dwa.

Dwa has moved through many languages, reaching a few languages as twa… and by the time it reached the English language, it became two. But it is the same word. Life became ugly, more barbarous, with more exploitation, more negativity.

And we are in the fourth – one leg has fallen again; now we are standing only on one leg. The fourth is called kaliyuga, the age of darkness. And it seems certainly true that we are living in an age of darkness and unconsciousness. We are preparing for our own suicide – what more unconsciousness can there be? The future seems to be meaningless. It seems that every day the end of life is coming closer; the night goes on becoming darker and darker. Even small children have been found in thousands taking drugs; it is no longer the new generation, it is no longer young people – school kids are

taking drugs. School kids have been found murdering other children, school kids have been found raping girls – and not as an exception. In America they had a survey, and they could not believe… the government tried hard to repress it, not to let it be known to the world, but it leaked out.

This unconsciousness can be broken only if the people whose life has become meditation, whose life has become a pure love, whose life has become a compassion, start waking up other sleeping people: “It is time – get ready. As the night becomes darker, the dawn is closer, but if you go on sleeping, dawn or no dawn, your night continues. Your eyes are closed, your darkness continues.”

Otherwise, a new dawn for the whole human race, a new innocence, a new childhood, a new satyuga – the age of truth – a new golden age is possible. But the positive people have to take the bold step of expressing themselves. They have not been doing that for the whole of history. They have enjoyed their experience, and they have thought their work was finished.

I want you to remember always: When you have something to share, don’t stop there; share it. Humanity is in need, as it has never been in need, of people who can create new hope for a new dawn.

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Jaundice is very common among kids and adults.in Ayurveda its called Kamla Roga. Ayurvedic diagnosis and treatment theory is based on Tridoshas : Vata,Pitta and Kapha.Jaundice is caused due to the vitiation of the Pitta dosha.

When there is an excessive circulation of the bile pigments in the blood, then this disease is caused. Pitta dosha controls the bile pigments.

SYMPTOMS Ayurved Acharaya Charaka has described Symptoms of Kamla in his book Charaka Sahinta- Haridra Netraha sa bhrusham (Eyes become turmeric coloured), Haridra twak nakha aananaha (Skin.nail and face becomes turmeric coloured) Rakat pitta shakrut(Bloody red or yellow color faeces) Mutro bhekha (bloody red or yellow colour of urine)varno hata indriyaha Daaha (Burnig sensation), Avipaaka(Indigestion).

Doorbalya (Weakness), Sadana (Tiredness), Aruchi (Tastlessness,Anorexia), Karshitaha(Emacuation mean weight loss)Kamala bahu pitta usha koshta shaaka ashrayaha maaha Charak Chilitsa (16/35-36) The yellow colour first appears in the white of the eyes and then spreads to the whole skin. Excess of bile pigment circulating in the blood gives the skin in Yellow colour. The bile does not go into the intestine as it should and so the stools of the jaundice patient lose their typical brownish colour and become clay white, in severe cases are almost whitish. There is loss of appetite and impairment of digestion. The liver is unable to digest fat and there may be sense of fullness at the time.

Nausea may also be present in certain cases because of

defective digestion. If the liver is inflamed, there is also pain in the region of the organ and it is tender to touch.

Causes of Jaundice: Infected water, infected food, chronic alcohol use ,hemolysis (Â destruction of red blood cells before their normal life span ) and other sorts of problems in liver or associated tissue/organ may be the cause. Jaundice is the condition in which liver becomes inflamed. In infection or obstructed bile duct due to cirrhosis, gall stone, pancreatic tumor etc., the liver cells fail to neutralize bile pigments (bilirubin,bilverdine ). Then these pigments reach in the various part of the body through blood circulation and stain them.

Chikitsa (Treatment for Jaundice) Kamala: Since liver is the largest gland, main site of metabolism and detoxification, the diet should be easily digestible, and waste materials are better removed from the intestine earlier during jaundiced condition. So Ayurvedic treatment contains those medicine that facilitate removal of waste substances from the gut and kidney, and provide instant energy.

Ayurvedic medicines plays good role in treating Jaundice.

The Treatment of Kamala (Jaundice) is started with purgation. The basic theory is that no burden be placed on the liver and for that, a daily purgative is

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recommended. Reduction of nitrogenous waste enables one to stay away from probable hepatic coma. A diuretic may also be administered to encourage the flow of urine, which will expel most of the bile from the system.

Diet for the liver disorder Food should be Non oily and non spicy. It should be easy to digest. Wheat , rice, java, green gram, redgram, is usefull for jaundice. Green leaves of raddish are beneficial in the treatment of jaundice, the leaves should be Pounded and there juice expressed out through a piece of thin cloth. Lemon juice and water, beets tops and beet juice and dandelion or black radish extract are good for rebuilding and cleansing the liver. Buttermilk with cumin seeds are also advisable in jaundice. Sugar cane Juice, Fruit Juice is also useful. Complete bed rest is advised for the patient. Have plenty of water regularly, water should be clean. So purify by boiling and then take it. Have small meals, many times a day, say 3-4 times. Keep your surroundings clean.Wash your hands properly.Maintain full hygiene.

Diet Restriction Avoid food items difficult to digest e.g. meat items. It is because during this condition liver, the largest gland, may have trouble to support proper metabolic activities in the body.One should avoid maize, pearl millet, Bengal gram, black gram. The vegetables like potato, cauliflowers, brinjal. Fruits like Papaya, Guava, rose Apple and mango should be avoided. Coffee and tea should be restricted. Please check with your Doctor/ Health Care Advisor before using any ingredients mentioned in this article.

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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: You don’t need to know everything about buying and selling real estate if you hire a real estate professional.

NEIGHBOURHOOD KNOWLEDGE: Agents either possess intimate knowledge or they know where to find the industry buzz about your neighbourhood.

AGENTS ARE BUFFERS: Agents take the spam out of your property showings and visits. If you’re a buyer of new homes, your agent will whip out his/her sword and keep the builder’s agents at bay, preventing them from biting or nipping at your heels.

MARKET CONDITION INFORMATION: Real estate agents can disclose market conditions, which will govern your selling or buying process. Many factors determine how you will proceed.

NEGOTIATING SKILLS & CONFIDENTIALITY: Top producing agents negotiate well because, unlike most buyers and sellers, they can remove themselves from the emotional aspects of the transaction and because they are skilled. It’s part of their job description.

HANDLING VOLUME OF PAPERWORK: One-page deposit receipts were prevalent in the early 1970s. Today’s purchase agreements run 10 pages or more.

PRICE GUIDANCE: Contrary to what some people believe, agents do not select prices for sellers or buyers.

ANSWER QUESTIONS AFTER CLOSING: Many questions can pop up that were overlooked in the excitement of closing.

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Cathy Telfer from Chatham, Ontario, has survived 2 diagnoses of melanoma – first in 1997 and then again 10 years later. When her husband, Bob, was diagnosed with bladder cancer just days after their grandson was born, she remembers asking herself “will he get to see his grandson grow up?” Happily, both Cathy and Bob are doing well today.

Cathy’s story is not unique. In fact, according to the Canadian

Cancer Statistics report released in June 2017, nearly 1 in 2 Canadians is expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. We released this report on the state of cancer in Canada in collaboration with the Public Health Agency of Canada and Statistics Canada.

While this is a truly sobering statistic, it’s also true that real progress has been made in the fight against cancer. The overall cancer survival rate has increased from about 25% in the 1940s to 60% now, thanks to improvements in prevention, detection and treatment. Some cancers, like thyroid and testicular, now have survival rates over 90%. Yet other cancers, such as pancreatic and brain cancer, continue to have very low survival rates. We need to do more.

Cancer research makes progress possible – and donors make the research possible. Thanks to our donors, last year we invested $40 million in excellent research across the country. But there were many more worthy research projects that we could not fund. Imagine how much progress we could make if we funded them all.

Cancer truly does affect all of us in one way or another. “Cancer changes everything,” says Cathy.

For more information, visit www.cancer.ca or call 1-888-9393333. To learn more about Canadian Cancer Society’s ‘Fight Against Cancer’, please contact Nitin Kumar, South Asian Giving Coordinator, BC-FVIR, at nitin.kumar@bc.cancer.ca or 604.786.6715.

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Accessories bring a sense of purpose into a space and, with thoughtful selection, can transform a room into an elevated experience. When used creatively and in unexpected ways, they add the perfect finishing touch to a space and can transform the overall aesthetic and design. From hardware to purposefully placed dĂŠcor, integrate accessories artfully and functionally to achieve beauty and balance for an even more luxurious space.

A BALANCED PERSPECTIVE Assess the space and identify underutilized areas of the room - opportunities to bring a design to life. Choose accessories featuring a variance of shapes, sizes, colors and textures to establish visual and spatial equilibrium.

Boldly patterned pillows add dimension among solid tones, while lush flower arrangements effortlessly fill negative space, striking an unexpected balance of comfort and intrigue.

SOPHISTICATED HARDWARE Complete a luxurious design with sophisticated fixtures that serve as anchoring details, thoughtfully integrated for aesthetics and utility. These necessary pieces add opulence to a room while providing unexpected functionality.

Reimagine the use of hardware by adding robe hooks to a walk-in closet for belts or scarves, or to hang clothes.

Incorporate an element of surprise by adorning a kitchen space with a towel bar from the Litze Bath Collection by Brizo, which features textured knurling detail that highlights innovative engineering and artistry.

HARMONIZING ACCENTS Find the perfect blend of tones and textures by sourcing contrasting, but complementary accessories to finalize a design. Contrast an industrial coffee table with an acacia wooden bowl, or furnish a sleek, modern shelf with coarsely textured relics. As inspiration strikes, pursue the unexpected. Fill the space, maintaining a balance of polished and personal, soft and avant-garde, and strong yet fluid elements, adding just the right level of contradiction to create the perfect harmony.

AN ELEVATED UPDATE Once a design is complete, statement pieces can have surprising transformative power when updating a space.

Select high-end pieces for major impact, such as a bold area rug or an oversized piece of original art to instantly augment a design. Update an existing piece with new drawer knobs for a fresh look, integrating smaller elements that reflect the personality of the space in new ways. From a one-of-a-kind sculpture to a tasteful timepiece, always keep in mind that small-scale updates have the unexpected potential to make a large-scale impression.

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DID YOU KNOW that many police departments have a community affairs officer whose primary goal is to build a strong working relationship with the community?

That means you have access to a trained safety expert who wants to give you ideas to keep your home and neighborhood safe.

Read on for eight simple home security hacks from a recent home safety evaluation conducted by a police officer.

1. CHANGE THE LOCKS When was the last time you changed the locks? How many previous owners have there been and how many keys have been given out to neighbors, friends, family or delivery people? You never know who has a second copy, and for less than $100 at Home Depot, you can change your locks immediately.

2. REPLACE OUTDOOR LIGHTBULBS If you don’t have outdoor flood lights, get them. If you have them, make sure the bulbs are in working order.

3. PLACE AN ALARM SIGN IN YOUR YARD Many would-be thieves won’t approach a house if they think it has an alarm. You can get an alarm sign online.

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4. BUY AN INDOOR CAMERA Cameras can capture a suspect in the act and let homeowners check the footage from anywhere. FunLux indoor cameras offer high-quality images and night vision, and they’re motion activated and affordable. You can get them on Amazon for about $25 each.

5. GET OUT THE GARDEN SHEARS Every bush outside of your windows should be below the window line, usually 2-3 feet in height, to maximize your visibility from the inside of your house to the outside, so that means you must trim your bushes. You can get garden shears at your local hardware store for $15.

6. BAKE SOME COOKIES One of the best ways to stay safe is to work together as a neighborhood. We all need to keep an eye on each other and what better way to start that relationship than with a plate of cookies?

7. PROTECT YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD There are many measures you can take to improve your community safety, with varying levels of affordability. Some cost hundreds of thousands of dollars and some, like Flock Safety, you can buy for less than $3 per month, per home.

Outdoor security cameras, like Flock Safety, can reduce crime and prevent would-be criminals from entering the neighborhood.

8. ASK FOR A SECURITY SURVEY Officers will walk around your house, inside and out, to assess its safety and could reveal some surprising tips.

They want to help, and they are motivated to solve and prevent crime.

For more information on keeping your home and neighborhood secure, as well as a free cost estimate for outdoor security cameras, visit www.flocksafety.com/ securityhacks.

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COLD WEATHER PROBLEMS THAT HOME

WINTERIZATION CAN PREVENT (BPT) - When you start feeling those first hints of winter, the instinct to get ready kicks in. You may dig out your car’s snow brush, blanket, shovel and winter survival kit and place them in the trunk of your car. The winter coats and boots come out of storage, and you may pick up some extra mittens.

We do these things to protect ourselves from the cold when we’re out and about. But what do you do to protect your house against the hazards of winter? If you don’t take time for maintenance and winterization now, you can end up paying for it later, in the form of higher energy bills, frozen pipes or fixing a broken furnace. Here are four common problems that can hit home during the winter and what you can do to ward them off.

SKY-HIGH ENERGY BILLS: Do your electric bills rise during the wintertime? Heating your home accounts for about half of your home’s energy bills, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Combat the cold by sealing off any cracks or gaps with caulk and inspect entrances for worn or broken weatherstripping. Schedule a furnace inspection with an HVAC contractor and consider installing a smarter thermostat.

Learning thermostats, such as Nest, can remember your favorite temperatures, turning itself down when you leave for work, as well as returning to your favorite temp at the end of the day.

leak and flood protection system you can purchase that shuts off your water main’s supply when it detects leaks - and sends an alert right to your smart device. LeakSmart Snap installs in seconds without any tools or the need to cut into the main water supply line. Wireless sensors placed around the house can detect a leak or temperature changes and shut down the whole house water supply in seconds. It is compatible with LeakSmart Hub 3.0, which offers battery back-up and built in Wi-Fi for 24/7 whole home protection. The system will still work on its own or integrated with smart home systems, so if the power and internet go out, you don’t have to worry about coming home to water damage.

If you’re interested in learning more about how this smart device can protect your home, visit LeakSmart.com.

POWER OUTAGES: When a winter storm hits, the ice and wind can break power lines and interrupt the supply of

WATER LEAKS: We take our pipes for granted, but we don’t always anticipate what can go wrong when we’re not home. According to the Insurance Information Institute, water damage accounts for half of all property damage claims. Add winter’s freezing temperatures to the mix, and you can end up with a big problem if your home has a power outage or your furnace malfunctions.

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electricity to our homes. It’s not uncommon for some outages to last for days, which is why it’s always smart to be prepared.

Before winter hits, make certain your generator or other backup power source has ample fuel and is in good working order. Keep some basic supplies at the ready, so you can keep your family comfortable. Make sure you have extra blankets, stocking caps, batteries and fully charged power banks for your mobile phones. It’s also good to have a few gallons of fresh water and some cans of ready-to-eat chili and stew. If you have a camp stove, keep it in an easy-to-reach place, along with a fuel supply.

your roof before the dams can start forming.

Now that you know the most common winter hazards that can hit home, you can take the steps to protect your investment and keep your family comfortable and safe.

ICE DAMS: Another thing to watch for in the winter are pools of water forming on your roof. These can be caused by ridges of snow and ice, and eventually cause leaks to the interior of your home. Ice dams can also lead to the formation of large, pointy icicles that hang from the gutters, which can fall and injure people.

Luckily, a little work upfront can go a long way toward preventing ice dams and the damage they can cause. First, make sure the gutters and downspouts are clear of leaves and other yard debris, so the snowmelt has a place to go. Next, poke your head into the crawlspace of your attic and see if the insulation layer is still thick enough to keep the heat from escaping through the roof. While you’re up there, look for gaps and leaks. Finally, this is a good time to invest in a simple snow rake, so you can easily remove wet, heavy snow from

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4. Recycle (and save on transport costs) by minimizing your unwanted belongings through garage sales, online sales, donations or giveaways to friends. These days, many services come directly to your house to whisk away your unwanted items. Find approved electronics recycling centers through the EPA. 5. Start packing as soon as you can, beginning with infrequently used items - perhaps those stored in your garage, basement or attic. Spending an hour or two a day can make the overall job seem less grueling.

6. Prepare for the eventual unpacking process by prelabeling boxes by their contents and intended room. You’ll thank yourself later.

7. In addition to using cardboard boxes, utilize packing space inside your own dressers, chests, baskets, wastebaskets, suitcases, duffel bags and other household containers.

8. To cushion breakable belongings, optimize your own

CHANGING HOUSEHOLDS can be a time for new beginnings, fresh perspectives and boundless opportunities.

But those good things tend to come after the moving process itself, which can take a lot of planning, organizing and oldfashioned elbow grease. And many people start the process unprepared.

Fortunately, the experts at Penske Truck Rental have some great advice for orchestrating a move that won’t waste your time or money. Consider the following suggestions.

1. When possible, create a timeline for your move weeks or months ahead, detailing the resources, time and labor you’ll need. Establishing a written plan will save you from hurry and indecision and help ensure you’ve thought through every stage.

2. Reserve your rental truck at least two weeks ahead, choosing the size that corresponds to the number of rooms in your home. For the greenest choice, pick an environmentally conscious company like Penske that ensures up-to-date emission-control technologies, optimal tire inflation, recycled packing materials and fuel-efficient diesel engines.

3. Think about renting or borrowing helpful moving equipment such as dollies or furniture sliders. Such tools can reduce your risk of injury as you load and unload your bulkiest belongings.

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blankets, pillows, linens, clothing and tarps in addition to bubble wrap and packing blankets.

9. Non-breakable items such as clothing can be packed in large garbage bags that can fill odd spaces in your moving vehicle then be repurposed after your move.

10. Map out a strategy for packing and loading your large and/or unwieldy possessions to optimize space. For example, your heaviest items should go in the back of your truck, and you might wish to strap in vertical “walls” of boxes and upend your couches vertically. Remember to load your most frequently needed items last and keep crucial items such as financial documents in your front seat.

11. To safely and efficiently move appliances, carefully read your owners manuals and do prep work (such as defrosting refrigerators or disconnecting gas for stoves) well ahead of time.

12. Pack food for your journey to your new home to avoid unnecessary breaks in unfamiliar areas.

13. After unpacking at your new home, recycle, sell or repurpose any packing materials you’ll no longer need.

If you plan ahead, your moving process need not be a huge waste of time, money and resources. For more tips on conducting an efficient and cost-effective transition to your new home, contact Penske Truck Rental.

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NEW MORTGAGE RULES and higher interest rates putting the squeeze on Canadian homebuyers, some have found a new approach: Get the parents (or grandparents) to bankroll your purchase.

The number of mortgages issued to people in the pre-war generation — aged 73 to 93 — jumped by a whopping 63 per cent in the first quarter of this year, according to a new report from credit agency TransUnion, and the report suggests helping family members with a down payment may be one of the primary reasons.

And those mortgage numbers may only be scratching the surface, as they don’t include reverse mortgages or home equity lines of credit (HELOCs)— two options that are favored by older homeowners with a lot of equity in their properties.

Excluding HELOCs and reverse mortgages, the share of mortgages being taken out by Canada’s most elderly citizens is still small — about 2.5 per cent of the total.

Mortgages also jumped by 18 per cent among baby boomers aged 54 to 72, compared to a year earlier, the report found, But at the same time, the number of mortgages issued to millennials fell by 19 per cent, and the number issued to Generation Z — the youngest homebuyers — fell by 22 per cent.

The drop among younger homebuyers “suggests that the new mortgage rules may be impacting consumers who are either no longer qualifying or are unable to get the amount of mortgage they want or are simply waiting to see how the market reacts to the new rules,” TransUnion said in the report released Wednesday.

But the sharp rise in mortgages among the elderly suggests this group may be increasingly relying on rising house prices to finance their retirement — or to finance major purchases for other members of their families, said Matt Fabian, director of financial services research and consulting for TransUnion Canada.

“Because we’re not seeing them take on new addresses, they’re either funding retirement through their home equity, or renovations, or they’re helping to subsidize other people in the family,” he told HuffPost Canada.

That money could be used for anything, Fabian noted, but he suggested education costs for younger family members and down payments on children’s or grandchildren’s homes as two likely possibilities.

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But they are still taking out five times as many as those in Generation Z, those aged 18 to 23.

Overall, TransUnion’s numbers show the same trend other recent data have shown: Canadian consumers’ borrowing binge is slowing down.

The total number of new mortgages issued was down 3.8 per cent in the second quarter compared to a year earlier, but non-mortgage debt, including credit cards and HELOCs, was up 3.9 per cent.

There were also large regional differences in the data. The number of new mortgages dropped a hefty 17.6 per cent in Toronto in the first quarter, as the city underwent a housing correction, while Vancouver mortgages stayed flat, rising 0.8 per cent in a year.

The Trans Union report also noted mortgage growth in Ottawa (up 8.4 per cent) and Montreal (up 5.2 per cent). Both cities have seen something of a real estate boom this year.

Noting that debt delinquencies continue to decline, Fabian said Canadians are handling their debt well, overall.

“Generally, it’s a positive sign for us,” he said. “We think consumers are being largely responsible with their debt.” source: Huff Post

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WHO WILL BE HERE EVERY DAY? There might be a team of people flowing through your home. Who will be supervising subcontractors? Who will be opening and locking up?

HOW WILL YOU PROTECT MY PROPERTY? Will drop cloths and floor covers be used? It’s best to have this talk before demolition begins.

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WILL YOU OBTAIN ALL NECESSARY PERMITS? Some contractors hate to pull building permits because they add costs to the project and can slow a project down.

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