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Guyanese Beauty Crystal Bankay takes the Miss West Indian Canadian 2014 Crown

EMILY SINGH/TORONTO CARIBBEAN Intelligent, beautiful and talented are all understatements to describe the ten contestants of the Miss West Indian Canadian Pageant that graced the stage Sunday at the Red Rose Convention Centre.

This was the 5th year of the pageant and the anticipation to see who would be crowned the 2014 queen was at an all

time high.

The reigning Miss West Indian Canadian 2013 winner Isis Metoo commenced the evening by singing the national anthem and yet again with that beautiful voice of hers.

The excitement kicked off with a group dance routine where we got our

first glimpse at each of the contestants.

For the rest of the evening we would be admiring the likes of Marissa Arjunen, Aneesa Badshaw, Crystal Bankay, Divya Gossai, Tenisha Naipaul, Vanessa Oryema, Alyssa Ramsingh, Melissa Roopchand and Na’Quelle Shepherd.

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Camille Dundas: Media Maven Camille Dundas has worked as a TV news writer and producer for nearly every major TV news organization in Toronto including CBC News, CityTV, CP24 and CTV where she currently works on the morning show Canada AM. Camille is also the editor-in-chief of online magazine ByBlacks.com, and a media coach with 404 Media Group; a marketing and publicity company she started with her husband Roger Dundas, five years ago.

Camille’s journalistic style is anchored by her mastery of and passion for storytelling, so it should come as no surprise that Camille is also an educator. She has been a lecturer at Centennial College and she loves to share the unique lessons she has learned during the last ten years she’s been working in the broadcast industry.

A personal and professional milestone for Camille was meeting the late Nelson Mandela and the rare opportunity to co-direct an educational documentary about maternal health in Rwanda.

As the editor- in- chief at online magazine Byblacks.com, Camille follows her biggest passion; highlighting the achievements of her community. She

is also able to give back through taking on young black writers and mentoring them in journalism. Camille has witnessed firsthand the importance of diversity in the media and makes it a priority to encourage men and women of colour to pursue a career in the media.

As a media coach at 404 Media Group Camille leads practical workshops that give critical insight into how the media works, and how it can work for them. Through coaching sessions Camille works with clients to figure out their unique story and how they can mold it into a terrific pitch that will land them a TV interview or a feature in the newspaper.

“I know it may seem like getting on TV is a far-fetched idea, especially when you’re new to the publicity game.

But anyone can get featured in the media, as long as they have a compelling story and know how to pitch it,” says Camille.

If you want to learn directly from the media, about what it takes to put together a great pitch, Camille has put together an exclusive event, giving you direct access to the very people who decide what stories get published or aired. It’s called The Big Pitch - a panel discussion,

where you’ll get tips from media insiders about the best way to get them... to notice you.

Camille has brought in producers from Global News, CTV News, HuffPost Live, a journalist from Metro Newspaper and a former Oprah producer to give you first hand, practical advice.

Date: Nov 10 Time: 6-9pm Venue: Paintbox Bistro Cost: $57 Tickets: 404mg.com or Eventbrite.com

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R&B sensation Carlos Morgan talks about the uphill battle with the mainstream music industry Jordan Maxwell TC Reporter When Juno-award winner R&B artist Carlos Morgan was young, he grew up with a deep love for music, instilled in him by his father, Roy, who recently passed away at the age of 75 from diabetes.

That love and passion for R&B, soul, jazz and gospel propelled Morgan to some early success in the mid-90s as his 1996 single, Feelin’ Alright, earned him the award for Best R&B and Soul Recording at the Juno Awards in 1997.

With hits like Baby C’mon, What I’ve Done to You and Freak It With Me, Morgan used his influences such as R.Kelly, Blackstreet, Guy and others, to create a classic album of R&B ballads, as it was in the 90s when the genre was at its peak.

But since then, continued success has been a steep climb for Morgan on the national scene.

“When my first album came out, I was working with an independent label (DTone Records) until we licensed the label to Universal Canada,” said Morgan in an interview with Toronto Caribbean News.

“There were things I felt I could have done more and experimented more.

They didn’t believe in the talent and skills to do what I wanted to do. I was a better songwriter than they gave me credit for. Even though it was an independent label, the two owners thought and ran like a major one.”

Now an independent musician, producer, and songwriter with his own label, Solroc Records, and dealing with the financial burdens of a label, Morgan said there’s still no support for Canadian R&B artists and people lack understanding of real R&B. “There’s no support for Canadian R&B. From ‘94 to ‘08, Canada was keeping an open mind to R&B and had opened the doors for a few artists to break in but I feel Canada will never accept, or be open to - or

allow - R&B to become a genre of music that is a staple in Canada,” said Morgan.

“When I look at the award shows, I do not see anything that is considered black music that allows us to say we have a place in Canadian industry. “The music is being tokenized and we’re being appeased. I think the industry is based on race and on politics.

If you’re not white, you’re not getting in.

That’s my opinion,” he added.

He also chimed in on the state of R&B, not just in Canada but in the U.S. and other parts of the world, saying it should be called “urban pop” as opposed to R&B. “They allowed Maestro Fresh Wes, Kardinal Offishall, Choclair, Jully Black, and Divine Brown for a moment, they gave me some love but it comes in cycles. And now you have Drake. He’s been the face of urban music and of black music in Canada,” Morgan said.

“Is Drake the only hip-hop artist out of Canada? If it weren’t for these other hip-hop artists, there would be no Drake but they don’t get the same kind of love. Kardinal has done a lot more for Canadian hip-hop than Drake ever has and he hasn’t got his just due. You have Chris Brown, Rihanna, Trey Songz, Ne-yo but that’s not R&B. It’s urban pop.”

No matter what the industry defines as mainstream music or genres, Morgan continues to hustle, working upscale clubs in Montreal, Toronto and other parts of Canada and is working on a new album called Shades of Me, due in the Spring 2015.

He added that he also plans to go on tour in January to start promoting the album while travelling outside of Canada as well.

“But to get to the level where R&B is top-dog in Canada, we have to work together and support independent Canadian artists, working to make a name for themselves,” said Morgan.

“One of the reasons they don’t support us is because they don’t see us supporting ourselves. There’s a lot of people who are skeptical about Canadian music, no matter what genre. We as a community don’t support each other, buy the music. How are we supposed to get in the door if we don’t have the support?”

“We need to start supporting our communities so we can be taken seriously.”

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Miss West Indian Canadian 2014 Emily Singh TC Reporter Continued From Page 1 -- The talent segment of the evening had the crowd going wild as they watched the ladies show off their dancing, singing and even karate skills! The beautiful Divya Gossai left the audience in awe with her melodious voice and her ability to create sweet sounds from the sitar. Alyssa Ramsingh is one tough cookie, as we watched her display her love of karate and her board breaking talent!

Yes, you heard right Alyssa took to the stage to show that she is more than just a pretty face but also a strong woman and effortlessly broke a wooden board with her bare hands and feet. A taste of Bollywood hit the stage as Alesha Rahmaan left the audience wanting more with her graceful moves and intricate footwork. Marissa Arjunen, Aneesa Badshaw, Crystal Bankay, Tenisha Naipaul, Vanessa Oryema, Melissa Roopchand and Na’ Quelle Shepherd dazzled the judges with their amazing talent and charismatic personalities.

The question and answer segment came next as we got a chance to hear what each contestant had to say in response to questions asked by the judges. Na’Quelle Shepherd’s answer was thoughtful and she spoke with

exceptional confidence. Melissa Roopchand’s response was also insightful and displayed her determination and confidence. Each contestant brought something different to the stage and answered their given question with utmost courage and tenacity.

The evening gown competition lit up the room as the ladies elegantly modeled stunning dresses courtesy of Sara Lee Fashions. It was the lady in red, Crystal Bankay that captivated the crowd and won over hearts as she carried herself with poise, grace and most importantly confidence.

Isis Metoo, the Miss West Indian Canadian winner of 2013 took her final walk as queen before crowning 2014 winner Crystal Bankay. During her 2013 reign, Isis embodied all the qualities a true queen should. Through her numerous appearances within the West Indian community and her outstanding efforts she served as a positive role model and leader.

In the end the results came in and it was the stunning Crystal Bankay that took the crown as the new Miss West Indian Canadian queen of 2014. Vanessa Oryema earned the well deserved title of 1st runner up, Divya Gossai 2nd runner up, Tenisha Naipaul 3rd runner up, Melissa Roopchand 4th runner up and Na’Quelle Shepherd as 5th runner up. Our winner for Miss Popularity was the lovely Marissa Arjunen. Each contestant displayed courage, determination and confidence, as they are all a reflection of a true West Indian woman.

True beauty comes from within and each of the contestants displayed the essence of a true West Indian beauty. Without a doubt they did themselves and the West Indian community proud which makes them all winners.

E.C. Demerara police come to aid of Plaisance Market vendor –wound assailant GUYANA -- A MAN who reportedly has had a number of brushes with the law is now hospitalized after being shot Sunday morning in the head and foot during a confrontation with alert police officers in the Plaisance area.

Quacy McPherson, 32,of Plaisance Squatting area, East Coast Demerara, according to a Guyana Police Force press release, moments before the confrontation with the police had pistol-whipped a woman he was attempting to rob in the Plaisance Market.

The woman, 51-year-old Hardai Rodrigues of Martyrs’ Ville, ECD, had put up a strong resistance which delayed the man’s robbery bid, causing the police to catch up with him.

Rodrigues manages a stall at the Plaisance Market every Sunday.

During the incident at about 11:35hrs Sunday, the man who was reportedly armed with a .38 revolver pounced on the woman in the busy

marketplace. She put up a fight and was struck to the head with the weapon.

According to reports, after the police arrived on the scene, the man, who was released from prison a short while ago, opened fire on them, forcing them to return fire, hitting him to the head and the foot. Despite being shot and placed under arrest, the man attempted to jump from the police vehicle in an attempt to dash for freedom.

However, this is not the first time the man was shot. Sometime ago, according to persons in the area, the man was shot by someone he attempted to assault with a cutlass.

Up to late Sunday, the man was a patient at the Georgetown Public Hospital under police guard, while the woman he attacked was treated and sent away.

- Guyana Chronicle

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Blocked PetroCaribe shipment in Jamaica throws budget target off course JAMAICA -A blocked shipment of crude from Venezuela to Jamaica in the first quarter of the current financial year has contributed significantly to a $4.6-billion deficit among public sector bodies, which was twice the budgeted target for the quarter.

The Ministry of Finance and Planning has confirmed that the shipment was blocked during the April-June quarter because it would have surpassed Jamaica’s monthly quota under the PetroCaribe agreement with Venezuela.

The result was that Petrojam had to increase purchases on the spot market to meet local needs which, although were priced at roughly the same figure as the crude from Venezuela, created a cash-flow problem for the refinery which has a credit facility with its 49 per cent part-owner, PDVCaribe, a subsidiary of Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA).

Financial secretary, Devon Rowe, told last Wednesday’s meeting of the Public Administration and Appropriations Committee (PAAC) that Petrojam is among a number of public bodies (governmentowned companies) that are facing challenges impacting their deficit out-turn, including the National Water Commission, and Clarendon Alumina Partners (CAP), as well.

According to Rowe, Petrojam’s challenges are with the timing of its purchase and payments, as well as with the collection of its receivables. NWC has been

experiencing difficulties with collection of receivables, he said, and CAP continues to experience high production costs and low selling prices.

Deputy financial secretary in charge of the public enterprises division of the ministry, Ann Marie Rhoden, said that a significant portion of Petrojam’s contribution to the missed target was due to a blocked shipment from Caracas.

Rhoden explained that the excess contributed to the public bodies exceeding its $2.3 billion deficit target for the quarter by 100 per cent, ending up at $4.6-billion in deficits.

“Petrojam had some challenges, and Petrojam contributed some $9 billion to the deficit in the first quarter. Now, fortunately other public bodies’ performance were able to mitigate that significant deficit,” she said.

Asked by PAAC member Mikael Phillips what were the challenges at Petrojam which led to the increased deficit, she explained that the shipment from Venezuela was blocked, because it would have breached Jamaica’s monthly quota under the PetroCaribe arrangements.

“One shipment alone is some US$30-$40 million. Having missed that, they still needed to supply the country, so they had to purchase on the spot market and so utilising cash in cases where they would have used suppliers credit to make payment,” she explained.

Finance Ministry spokesman Len-

worth Taylor said that, based on the arrangements between Petrojam and Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), the crude is shipped to Jamaica on the basis of a monthly quota.

“Even though you have an annual target, on a monthly basis you might exceed. So, where you might be planning for two or three shipments for this quarter or this month, if you are running ahead of schedule, they might draw back on one ship for you for this month; as well as there are times when, based on what Petroleos does, it seems as if there is not a one-to-one relationship and a shipment can be pulled,” Taylor told the PAAC. “But, $9 billion?” PAAC Chairman Edmund Bartlett asked. “It doesn’t happen often, but it happens,” Taylor told him.

“But, the real issue here is, what would have been the price that you paid on the spot market and the value of that against what the Venezuelan shipment would have cost?” the PAAC chairman added.

Taylor said that the price would not be a significant factor, as the real difference lies in the fact that the shipment from Venezuela would be against supplier’s credit.

“The real issue is supplier’s credit, as against actual utilisation of cash,” Rhoden queried.

“So, Mr Chairman, the real issue is that, because we had to utilise cash it impacts the operating balance, which is the thing we measure, as compared to us-

ing financing, which is actually below the measurement of the operating balance. So even though it may end up being the same amount, it might end up being an unfair balance of the (expenditure),” Rowe added.

The committee also learnt that a huge portion of Petrojam’s receivables is also tied up with energy-producing companies, including the Jamaica Public Service Company Limited.

The quota remains at 23,500 barrels per day, which amounts to approximately 700,000 barrels per month. The PetroCaribe quota of 23,500 barrels per day represents less than 50 per cent of Jamaica’s oil requirements and, with Petrojam processing about 30,000 barrels of crude oil per day, the gap is filled by purchasing crude oil from other parties on the spot market.

Jamaica’s PetroCaribe Development Fund (PDF),which is chaired by Rowe, owes PDVSA -- the Venezuelan state-owned oil and natural gas company -- some $350 billion under the PetroCaribe programme. Thirteen Caribbean countries, including Jamaica, benefit from the agreement by purchasing oil on preferential terms that allow them to convert 40 per cent of payments annually to a loan repayable over 25 years.

The funds flowing from the arrangement are managed by the PDF, which earns from loans packaged for the public sector and from investment returns.

- Jamaica Observer

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Jamaicaʼs National Dance Theatre Company comes to Toronto TORONTO -- The buzz around the National Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) of Jamaica’s long awaited return to the City of Toronto is heightened as Toronto gets ready for the Caribbean’s premier dance company’s performance on Nov. 4th at the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front Street East at Yonge Street, downtown Toronto.

But before lights go up on the elaborate stage at the Sony Centre, “students and professional dancers from across the GTA will have a chance to share in the NDTC’s magic”, say’s ArtsJam Chair, Camille Hines.

“The NDTC’s solo performance is initiated

by ArtsJam and will be held under the Auspices of Toronto’s Consul General to Toronto and we are pleased to share the 52 years of Jamaica’s world class dance art with dance students and lovers of dance”, Hines continues.

NDTC will present a closed workshop to some 50 dance students at the Rosedale Heights School of the Arts, On November 3rd. Later that night the NDTC will host a completely sold out Master Class at COBA’s Daniel Spectrum Studio for 40 dance professionals. Then some 500 students from across the GTA will have the opportunity to watch the NDTC rehearsals on November 4th during their run through on stage at The

Sony Centre hours before showtime on November 4th.

ArtsJam has begun discussions on making the NDTC’s performance in Toronto less than the 15 years it took for their November 4th performance at Sony. Under the artistic direction of Barry Montcreiff and newly minted Associate Artistic Director Marlon Simms, the performance will continue the NDTC’s theme of renewal and continuity. Simms has honed his craft within the Company since 1999. He has toured extensively with the Company to England, the USA and the Caribbean and will make his first appearance in Toronto. Simms completed a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree at the Southern Methodist University in Dallas Texas. He now heads the Dance Education Department at the Edna Manley College for the Visual and Performing Arts, where he also serves as the Assistant Director of The School of Dance.

The Toronto performance is billed as a TRIBUTE TO REX. Ralston Milton “Rex” Nettleford, OM, FIJ, OCC, Rhodes Scholar was the NDTC’s co-founder, passed away in 2010. The performance will include some of Nettleford’s seminal works including the all cast GERREHBENTA (1983).

The dance takes its name from two of the major traditional rites practised in Jamaica – “gerreh” in the parish of Hanover & “dinky-mini” which uses the musical instrument, the benta, in the parish of St. Mary, Jamaica. Also on the program is Urban Fissure, featuring the music of Bob Marley, Eryka Badu and a Rastaman Chant with Busta Rhymes.

The performance will also include the much lauded Nettleford masterpiece, Dialogue for Three (1963) as females confront the man in the classic love triangle.

NDTC’s performance will be completed by the joyous musical deliveries of the NDTC Singers and Musicians, under the direction of Musical Director Ewan Simpson.

Tickets are $50-200 and are available at Ticketmaster and the Sony Centre Box Office, Nicey’s in Scarborough and Brampton, Gem’s two locations in Brampton, Harry’s and Charleys in Scarborough and Jeanies Market in Mississauga. Tickets are also available from the Jamaican Consulate at 303 Eglinton Avenue East.

For more information, please contact Jones & Jones Productions Ltd.at 905-452-1911.

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Fundraising gala for the Shoebox Project Alyssa Mahadeo TC Reporter TORONTO -- With Christmas just around the corner, the time of giving calls for the organization of a Fundraising Gala in support of The Shoebox Project. This event will take place on Friday, December 5th from 7:00pm until 1:00am at The Royal Ashburn Golf Club.

This will be the 1st annual Gala and

Dance in support of The Shoebox Project taking place in the Durham region. Tickets are $80 per person and includes a welcome cocktail, three course dinner and a dessert buffet. Tables of eight can be purchased for $600, so have your friends, families and co-workers come out to support a great cause. Guest are encouraged to bring their own shoeboxes, or items that can be included. All donations will be greatly appreciated.

The Shoebox Project is a non-profit initiative that collects small gifts and packages them in creatively decorated shoeboxes, then distributes them to women in shelters before different holidays throughout the year. The Shoebox project has grown to include many cities across Canada and every year volunteers get together to package and distribute the shoeboxes to women in shelters. One of the busiest times of the year is Christmas, so in order to have everything run smoothly, they require as much help as possible.

Their cause is to aid women who are living in shelters, and provide them with everyday necessities and other helpful items that they may not be able to afford.

The project runs in many cities across Canada such as Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Halifax, and of course Durham Region, Ontario.

The national initiative was founded by the Mulroney sisters Caroline Mulroney Lapham, Jessica, Vanessa and Katy Mulroney and the local Durham Region initiative was founded by Michelle Berry.

Every year, they grow with more cities coming aboard and volunteers are always encouraged to come out to lend a helping hand. If you have an interest in starting The Shoebox Project in your area or would like to know where you can drop off a shoebox visit www.shoeboxproject. com.

Trinidad health minister Khan denies trying to influence cocaine surgery case TRINIDAD -- Health Minister Dr Fuad Khan has admitted to being a very close friend of Dr Dinesh Ariyanayagam, the surgeon at the centre of a controversial procedure in which 17 cocaine pellets were allegedly removed from a patient’s stomach last year. The surgery, which was performed at the St Augustine Private hospital, cost close to $100,000. The patient was later transferred to the Eric Williams Medical Science Complex, Mt Hope, and placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) after falling seriously ill.

In an interview Sunday, Khan said despite being friends with Ariyanayagam, whom he referred as “Dr Ari,” he has distanced himself from any aspect of the police probe into the matter. He also denied speaking to Ariyanayagam about the matter. Ariyanayagam is a general and vascular surgeon. Khan’s response have come in wake of reports that the investigators had complained of a senior politician blocking certain aspects of the case.

“Everybody knows who the doctor is.

Dr Ari and I are very close friends....who does not know that? We have been close friends since in medical school. So what? “There are very few people who hold a specialist position like myself and there are very few people who hold a position like him, so we consult all the time on patient care,” Khan told the T&T Guardian in a telephone interview.

The Health Minister said he was even a guest at Ariyanayagam’s wedding. “So out of 1.3 million people in this country I must not know anybody? In my field it is only obvious I must interact with other doctors and maintain relations with them,” Khan added. Khan, who questioned the relevance of his relationship with Ariyanayagam in relation to the case, said such information being relayed to the media was part of a plot to try to taint his good character.

“There are certain people who are trying to make something out of nothing and the whole thing is just complete rubbish. “I have made it my business to stay clear out of the investigation and unlike other people who have been

uttering all sorts of things, I have chosen to utter nothing and let the police do their work,” Khan said.

Pellets given to nurse One source close to the investigation said Sunday that when the pellets were removed from the patient last December they were placed in a plastic bag by the doctor and then handed over to a senior nurse and another relative who were present at the hospital. The nurse, who is assigned to the Mt Hope Women’s Hospital, is the patient’s mother.

But the nurse denied receiving the pellets when questioned by the police on the matter.

“What was removed was described as ‘foreign objects covered in faeces’ because they could not tell exactly what it was. “What was explained to the police is once it is a foreign object, other than a body part, the normal procedure is for it to be handed back to the patient,” the source said. The source said when the patient was taken to the hospital he said he had a history of “abnormal blockage” which ran in his family.

After the surgery, the patient reportedly asked no questions of how he fell ill in the first instance or what was removed from his stomach.

“Instead, he told the police he had great trouble speaking. After the surgery his mother also asked no questions from the doctor and the police found this strange as the man had nearly died,” the source said. It is also believed this was not the first time the man had swallowed cocaine pellets and police also suspect the nurse to be part of a drug ring.

Probe launched at Mt Hope Contacted Sunday, Dr Shehenaz Mohammed, chairman of the North Central Regional Health Authority (NCRHA), said the hospital will be conducting its own internal probe and the findings, if necessary, will be passed on to the relevant authorities, including the police. “Initially, the man was not a patient of Mt Hope but rather that of a private hospital where a major surgery was performed. It was only when he fell gravely

ill was he transferred to Mt Hope and then placed in ICU,” Mohammed said.

“We will have to do our own investigation and part of that investigation would be looking at the medical notes. Whatever action is then meted out would be done in accordance with the rules and regulations of the RHA Act and that includes the disciplinary process.” Secretary of the Medical Board Dr Seetharaman Hariharan said Sunday the board will meet on Wednesday to discuss the matter and determine the best way forward.

He said one of the key areas to be examined will be the conduct of the doctor and whether he was culpable. Hariharan said based on what is determined this will be forwarded to the police. But he said the board will not discuss the allegations surrounding the nurse, as this is a matter for the Nursing Council to decide.

Only one Police Service When told of the NCRHA’s internal probe and of the meeting of the medical board, Khan said as far was he was aware there was only one Police Service in the country. “People are continuing to get this thing wrong. The police must first do their investigations and coming out of that it would then determine what action would be taken.

“So in the meantime what offence has the nurse committed, because no charges have been laid? How can you probe a nurse when the police have not charged her? “The NCRHA does not have to power to investigate anything of this nature because this is a matter for the police. It is not a medical mishap. Has the NCRHA suddenly become an arm of the Police Service?” Khan questioned.

He said he had no problem with the medical board holding “whatever meeting” it wanted, but warned there was a process to be followed and people had failed to understand this.

“Let the police do their work and stop messing up the police investigation,” Khan said.

- Trinidad Guardian

Still no sign of Paria family TRINIDAD -- Law enforcement officers searched the Blanchisseuse forest for several hours Sunday, but there was still no sign of a family of four from Paria who disappeared under mysterious circumstances over a week ago.

Although the search for the missing mother, her two daughters and her one-year-old granddaughter was unsuccessful, investigators reportedly arrested four “persons of interest” from the remote North Coast village for questioning.

However, a senior police source warned that investigators could not hail the arrests as a breakthrough in the case, as the men were yet to be interrogated up to late Sunday. “We don’t want to talk too much about them as yet because we’re not sure what they know. They may be eventually released,” the source said. The source said during Sunday’s search several villagers told the search team that a 51-year-old man also went missing on the same day as the family.

“We cannot confirm as yet. We don’t have any official report of this. Today is the first

time we heard about this,” the source said. According to reports, a team of police from the North Eastern Division Task Force (NEDTF) and soldiers from the T&T Defence Force were dispatched to search the vast and dense area early Sunday. The search was called off around 6 pm because of poor visibility and difficulty in navigating te terrain at night.

Despite being supported by a National Security helicopter, the search team, which comprised two dozen people and several police cadaver sniffer dogs, was unsuccessful in locating the family or any evidence related to their disappearance. The team is expected to embark on a fourth consecutive search mission today.

According to reports, Irma Rampersad, 48, her daughters Felicia Gonzales, 17, Jenelle Gonzales, 19, and Jenelle’s one-year-old daughter Shania Amoroso, were reported missing two Sundays ago. Rampersad’s husband Peter Sylvester and five other children were not home at the time.

Her brother-in-law John McDavid, who

spent the night at the family’s Bleu Road, Brasso Seco, Paria, told police that when he woke up he found the front door open, a window broken and his relatives missing. Since the incident was reported by the media, investigators have received a reports from a man claiming he spotted one of the missing women in Sangre Grande on Friday.

The information, one of the few lead in the case, is currently being investigated.

Speaking with the T&T Guardian on Friday, Rampersad’s daughter Nicole said she feared her relatives had been kidnapped as none of their clothes or other personal items were missing from the house. She also said her mother and sisters had been receiving death threats since their 31-year-old neighbour Phillip Noreiga was shot dead near their home in early August. Detective of the Blanchisseuse Police Station are continuing investigations.

- Trinidad Guardian

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US music video director releases Soca- Ready to rumble with the big guns Aba Luke Entertainment As the world continues to take a long, hard look at the Caribbean and to a great extent, Trinidad and Tobago where Soca music is king, a Trinidad born, New York based industry stakeholder is making his presence felt. Ronnie Homer is guaranteeing that his name is about to become a very popular one, for not one reason, but many.

A new single in hand, following a very successful 2014 Carnival experience, Homer, who is one of the industry’s more prominent music video directors, seems to be on a roll. The new Millbeatz Entertainment produced single, aptly called, ‘By Far’ is expected to cause a stir in the soca industry

in the Caribbean, with Homer excitedly expressing his glee with the completed product.

“The song was written by Nkosi Blackburne and I, produced by Millbeatz and it’s basically a continuation of great music- really good sounding groovy soca music,” he said with a smile. Homer’s single, ‘Jam’ was a major hit in Trinidad and Tobago, eventually crossing carnival territories in 2014 even after the carnival mecca had pulled the curtains down on the festive period, so with that he knew that his follow up would have to be even better.

Beyond the music and his excitement to deliver a fresh sound to the carnival loving crowds, Homer says he’s also tremendously excited to bring his video creation capabilities to the benefit of more Caribbean artistes. His 2014 video for Grenadian artiste Mr. Killa’s hit single, ‘Rolly Polly’ continues to reign supreme, having racked up over 3 million views on YouTube, making it the most viewed soca music video in history. In addition to Mr. Killa, he has provided video creation service to T&T’s Nadia Batson and Lyrikal.

As another season of revelry ap-

proaches in the Caribbean, Ronnie Homer is preparing to make waves with his new release. Music in his blood and certainly strongly embedded in his psyche, Homer believes ‘By Far’ will catapult to greater heights than many could possibly imagine. “I’ve sat on the sidelines for many years and many seasons. I’ve acquired a lot of knowledge and valuable insight and now, with my goals set, it’s time to make good of my promise to myself- my promise that I will infect the world with music in any way that I can,” he said.

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A commitment to god. Trinidad Production House stands firm amid global upheaval Aba Luke Entertainment The world needs more God. That’s a sentiment being echoed by one of the Caribbean’s foremost recording houses that’s responsible for producing much of the region’s gospel and gospel-reggae hits. Jahlight Records’ head of productions, Akeunde Pemberton is not taking lightly, his mission to infect the world with the word of God through mu-

sic. His latest project, the Jehovah Riddim capitalizes on the talent of several musical minds, showcasing the greatness of God and encouraging the world to follow Him. For Akeunde and his team, creating a riddim of this caliber, comes second nature.

It’s been their calling, and Pemberton says looking around the world and seeing much of the destruction currently taking place, his desire to promote God, has never been stronger. The riddim, which features 12 artistes will be released on iTunes, Amazon, Juno and others on October 28th by digital music distributor, Fox Fuse. It’s the fourth project out of Jahlight Records for the year so far- a feat the team is tremendously proud to have accomplished. “We’ve delivered three other influential items of music for the year, namely, Kwesi Fontinelle’s ‘Reconciliation’ EP,

Excellent’s ‘Love Language’ and the Resurrection riddim,” said Pemberton. He noted that the Jehovah riddim is now a follow up to a riddim done in 2013, called ‘The Lamb of God Riddim.’ Pemberton makes it clear that God must be glorified, especially during this time when men have become lovers of themselves and corruption and crime has become rampant, worldwide. His projects are aimed at lifting up God’s name and reminding the world that without God, we are nothing.

Beyond the release of the riddim on October 28th, Pemberton explained that a medley video is in the works and it will likely feature the 12 artistes- each of whom have delivered powerful songs on the riddim. “We have Virtuous with a track called, ‘All I Need Is You’, Zion with ‘Don’t Worry’, Peculiar Princesses with ‘Hit Me With Your Love’,

Silent Sah’s, ‘Give My Life To You’, Afiya Modeste with ‘Joy’, Designer’s Original ‘No one Sweeter’, Justice Feat Mr. Song, ‘Different Love’, Matthew Greenidge,‘He Loves Forever’, Kwesi Fontinelle’s ‘One God’, King Solomon with ‘How Long Again’, Righteous with ‘Amazing Grace’, and Excellent Feat Messiah’s ‘You’re the Reason’, he said.

Pemberton believes 2015 will be a great year for Jahlight Records- the team already having begun work on the ‘Final War’ riddim, Kwesi Fontinelle’s ‘My Hope’ album and Excellent’s ‘Spiritual Journey’ EP. He said the year ahead will also see the launch of a new gospel-reggae artiste by the name of ‘Righteous’, someone he assures is worthy of recognition.

- Et-Cet-Era Buzz

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Taylor shines but WI crash in opener SYDNEY -- Stafanie Taylor’s half-century was in vain as West Indies Women slumped to a fourwicket defeat to Australia Women, in the opening Twenty20 International of the four-match series Sunday.

Sent in at North Sydney Oval, the Caribbean side were held to 113 for seven off their allotted overs, with the right-handed Taylor carving out the top score of 52 off 54 balls and in-form stroke-maker Deandra Dottin getting 24.

However, they were the only two batsmen to pass 20 and two of only three players to reach double figures, as the Windies Women crashed from 98 for three at the start of the 19th over, losing four wickets for 15 runs.

Leg-spinner Kristen Beams was the best bowler with two for 15.

In reply, the Aussies produced a measured reply, reaching their target with seven balls to spare, despite outstanding performances from off-spinners Anisa Mohammed and rookie Hayley Matthews.

The experienced Mohammed claimed three for 25 while Matthews picked up three for 26, but even then they failed to stop the Aussies march to victory.

Opener Jess Jonassen top-scored with 46 from 51 deliveries and captain Meg Lanning stroked a run-a-ball 24, to lay the foundation for the hosts.

Jonassen, who struck five fours, put on 32 for the first wicket with Elyse Villani who hammered a breezy 19 from 15 balls but it was Jonassen’s second wicket stand with Lanning which put the game out of the Windies’ reach.

The pair added exactly 50 from 49 deliveries, with Lanning crunching three boundaries, as Australia Women removed any doubt about the result. Both batsmen fell within 11 balls of each other with just five runs added but the hosts had enough momentum to get home safely.

Earlier, Taylor cracked four fours and a six as she put on 52 for the second wicket with the prolific Dottin, whose knock contained one four and a six.

When Dottin and Matthews fell in successive overs to leave the Windies Women on 67 for three in the 13th over, Taylor added 31 for the

fourth wicket with Britney Cooper to repair the innings.

Cooper hit two fours in a brisk 19 off 16 balls but her dismissal triggered a slide as the Windies innings tailed away badly.

SCOREBOARD Australia Women vs West Indies Women WEST INDIES WOMEN Kycia Knight c Jonassen b Farrell 3 S Taylor c Cameron b Beams 52 D Dottin c Lanning b Jonassen 24 H Matthews run out 0 B Cooper st Healy b Beams 18 S Daley not out 5 M Aguilleira c Cameron b Coyte 1 S Quintyne run out 3 Extras (b4, w3) 7 TOTAL (7 wkts, 20 overs) 113 Fall of wickets: 1-10, 2-62, 3-67, 4-98, 5-101, 6-104, 7-113.

Bowling: Farrell 4-0-13-1, Jonassen 4-0-27-1, Coyte 4-0-17-1, Perry 2-0-16-0 (w1), Beams 3-015-2 (w1), Osborne 3-0-21-0 (w1).

AUSTRALIA WOMEN E Villani c Quintyne b Mohammed 19 J Jonassen c Selman b Mohammed 46 M Lanning c Selman b Matthews 24 J Cameron c Selman b Matthews 1 E Perry c & b Mohammed 3 A Blackwell c Quintyne b Matthews 11 A Healy not out 11 E Osborne not out 1 Extras (lb1) 1 TOTAL (6 wkts, 18.5 overs) 117 Fall of wickets: 1-32, 2-82, 3-87, 4-91, 5-104, 6-108.

Bowling: Daley 2-0-13-0, Smartt 1-0-8-0, Selman 2-0-11-0, Mohammed 4-0-25-3, Quintyne 4-0-17-0, Dottin 2-0-16-0, Matthews 3.5-0-26-3.

Result: Australia Women won by four wickets.

Series: Australia Women lead four-match series 1-0.

Player-of-the-match: Jess Jonassen.

- Trinidad Guardian

Mohammed slams 65 in trial draw TRINIDAD -- Experienced right-handed batsman Jason Mohammed is showing some form ahead of the regional four-day tournament, hitting 65 on the last day of the T&T three-day practice match at the National Cricket Centre in Balmain, Couva, Sunday.

After the T&T Emrit XI declared on its overnight 317/9, Mohammed top scored for his team, taking it to 195/7 declared. Mohammed faced 88 balls, slamming eight fours and two sixes. Yannick Ottley was among the runs again, contributing 41, while Guyanese Ramnaresh Sarwan scored 20 in his first innings for T&T. In the first innings Ottley scored 77.

Spin bowler Bryan Charles was the top bowler for the Emrit XI taking 2/26, while fast bowler Marlon Richards grabbed 1/8.

Chasing 163 for victory, the Emrit XI got to 160/7 at the close with wicket-keeper Nicholas Pooran top scoring with 37. Emrit XI was reduced to 102/7, but an aggressive unbeaten 58-run stand between Akeal Hosein and Daniel St Clair almost took Emrit’s team home. Hosein ended on 29 not out off 24 balls, lashing one four

and three sixes, while St Clair struck six fours in his knock of 28 not out (31 balls). Spin bowler Namir Suepaul snatched 4/45 and Brent Harriot picked up 1/19.

T&T’s first match of the four-day regional tournament is against Barbados at the Queen’s Park Oval, Port-of-Spain, which bowls off on November 14.

SCORES At National Cricket Centre: T&T Mohammed XI 284 (Evin Lewis 84, Yannick Ottley 77, Daron Cruickshank 30, Kerwyn Sirju 6/52) and 195/7 dec (Jason Mohammed 65, Yannick Ottley 41, Jahron Alfred 26 not out, Ramnaresh Sarwan 20, Bryan Charles 2/26, Marlon Richards 1/8) vs T&T Emrit XI 317/9 dec (Mark Deyal 103, Yannic Cariah 71 not out, Vikash Mohan 68, Imran Khan 4/81, Ricky Jaipaul 3/46) and 160/7 (Nicholas Pooran 37, Akeal Hosein 29 not out, Daniel St Clair 28 not out, Kjorn Ottley 24, Namir Suepaul 4/45, Brent Harriot 1/19) Match Drawn - Trinidad Guardian

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WICB, players come together TRINIDAD -- At 5 pm on Friday evening, West Indies cricket stood at the crossroads, however six hours later, there was a clear way forward out of the current mess. The meeting convened by Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines Dr Ralph Gonsalves and included Grenadian Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell, West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) president Dave Cameron, players Dwayne Bravo and Denesh Ramdin, as well as their legal representative Ralph Thorne, was very successful.

Coming out of the near six-hour meeting, the players have been given the assurance by the WICB that they will not be discriminated against or victimised for aborting the Indian tour. The West Indies players pulled out of their tour of India after the fourth ODI, citing problems with their pay structure. This has caused the WICB major embarrassment and also a lawsuit worth so far US$41.97M from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). All the players, who made that ill-fated tour, will be available for selection to the tour of South Africa.

The contentious Memorandum of Understand (MOU), signed between the WICB and the president of the West Indies Players Association (WIPA) Wavell Hinds will now return to the negotiating table.

The players have been given the assurance that they would now have a say concerning their proposed pay cuts and it was also agreed that WIPA and Wavell Hinds will continue to represent the interests of the players. Concerning the damages bill slapped by the BCCI on the WICB and the fact that they have suspended all bi-lateral tours, it was agreed at the Hyatt meeting that a task force set up by the parties will deal with this matter. The three-man task force will include former cricketer and former Barbadian government minister Sir Wes Hall, former Barbados Attorney General, Sir David Simmons and Senior Counsel Kenneth Lalla from T&T. The task force will go to work immediately on dealing with the demands of the BCCI because the WICB has been given 15 days to formally write to the BCCI, indicating to them the steps that will be taken to re-pay the damages. The rumours of calls by the BCCI for president Cameron to step down did not gain much prominence during the session and at the end of the meeting the Jamaican was still in charge of the regional cricket board.

THE HYATT ACCORD I - WICB and WIPA to re-negotiate MOU. II - Task force set up to deal with BCCI claims.

III - Players who aborted tour will not be discriminated against or victimised.

THE TASK FORCE SIR WES HALL - is a Barbadian former cricketer and politician. Hall played 48 Test matches for the West Indies from 1958 to 1969. After his playing days Hall entered Barbadian politics, serving in both the Barbados Senate and House of Assembly and appointed Minister of Tourism in 1987. He was also involved in the administration of West Indies cricket as a selector and team manager and served as president of the West Indies Cricket Board from 2001 to 2003.

Hall was later ordained a minister in the Christian Pentecostal Church.

SIR DAVID SIMMONS - Assumed office as the 12th Chief Justice of Barbados on January 1, 2002. Sir David was born on April 28, 1940 and was educated at the Lodge School. Between 1960 and 1965 he studied Law at the London School of Economics and Political Science, graduating in 1963, with the LLB (Hons.) degree and in 1965, the Master of Laws degree (LLM). From 1976 he served continuously for 25 years in the Parliament of Barbados and in 2001, he retired from active politics. Appointed twice as Attorney-General of Barbados, first, from 1985 to 1986, and from 1994 to 2001. Sir David also acted as Prime Minister of Barbados on many occasions between 1994 and 2000.

KENNETH LALLA SC - Is a lawyer and politician from T&T, formerly the Democratic Labour Party Member of Parliament for Couva. He founded KR Lalla and Company and has been in practice for the past 50 years. He has had an extensive commercial and administrative law practice. Lalla sat as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Public Service Commission and Defence Commission and served as a member of the judicial and legal service and a member of the Caribbean Court of Justice Legal Service Commission.

- Trinidad Guardian

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Carib101Radio - Setting the trend for internet radio in Toronto Emily Singh TC Reporter Carib101Radio is back and better than ever!

Yes, the Caribbean radio station that you knew and loved in 2009 is back with new Dj’s and the latest and greatest music in Soca, Chutney and Reggae vibes to get you on your feet.

Originally known as Carib101radio.com it has been relaunched since February 2014 to simply Carib101Radio and can now be found directly on Carib101.com blazing through the Internet radio world.

The world of Soca and Reggae music is ever changing and evolving with the fusion of Salsa, EDM and African genres being fused together. With this realization Carib101Radio made the shift to infuse this new addition to the Caribbean music industry into their content. Carib101Radio is now proud to call themselves a Caribbean Hit Music Superstation that has something for everyone. Miss-

ing the Caribbean vibes from back in the day?

Have no fear they are still staying true to the old but gold traditional Soca, Calypso, Chutney and Reggae tracks!

Carib101.com is still hotter than ever and boasts of being ranked as one of the largest sites in Toronto. With its high traffic volumes, Carib101.com is still the prefect place to post free event listings that are sure to draw in a crowd.

“It was very simple, we recognized a few years ago the trend shifting in event listing sites as promoters began finding better benefits with direct marketing on Social Medias such as Facebook. But now times are changing again and these same Social Media sites are clamping down and restricting the use of event invites etc. thus bringing back the need for sites like Carib101.com. We feel that having the radio station directly on the site adds as a benefit and simplifies our marketing strategies” said CEO of Carib101Radio, Grant Browning.

Browning has close to 20 years of marketing and advertising experience. His knowledge and expertise makes him a successful branding expert and social media-marketing specialist. The results generated from his previous work with countless companies speak for themselves.

The blending of soca and the electro

house genre spread like wild fire through the music scene when renowned DJ/Artist Major Lazer began to mix the two. The union was an instant hit and became meshed seamlessly into the Caribbean music industry. With this in mind Carib101Radio knew they had to play more of this on their station.

Much of the new soca tracks coming out of Trinidad now have an electronic dance music or EDM flare to it. Joining the Carib101Radio team of DJ’’s is one of Ottawa’s top EDM/Dance DJs, DJ Dave Barron. The station consists of many shows and showcases the talents of local DJ’s such as DJ RMS, Mr. Rooks, DJ Calypso Crab, DJ Rory and many others.

Soca has taken on a whole new meaning and has created a lasting impact in the mainstream music industry thanks to Bunji Garlin. After making an appearance on BET’s 106 & Park millions tuned in to see what the hype was all about. Garlin showcased Soca and put Trinidad on the map in terms of musical talent. Soca isn’t limited to just the Caribbean community but is a universal genre that Carib101Radio aims to showcase to the world through their station.

But why an Internet radio station?

We spoke to Grant Browning to find out why.

“I have seen a huge shift over the years, people are tired of the traditional FM

stations. They have limitations, reception boundaries and guidelines they have to follow, and are full of commercials and more.

With technology constantly changing, times are also changing. More and more people use their phones to stream MP3’s and Internet radio through their automobile stereos or in headphones. Computers today have state of the art sound systems, there are more and more vehicles coming out with Internet ready audio systems within the vehicle. So we are literally at the tipping point in radio.”

Carib101Radio is owned and operated by Carib101 Media Corp. The same company that owns The Toronto Caribbean newspaper, one of the biggest and widely read Caribbean newspapers in the city.

Are you a DJ that can bring a unique upbeat style and professionalism to the Caribbean music scene then Carib101Radio is looking for you. Carib101Radio provides a unique opportunity for quality DJ’s as it is the only Radio station in Toronto with unlimited advertising opportunities. As a Carib101Radio DJ your show is advertised in the Toronto Caribbean newspaper making your face and work well known. If you have that ‘It” factor and have something unique to bring to the table or should I say turntable then contact Grant Browning at grant@carib101.com for more information.

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Refreshing Tamarind Juice ssummer su ummer ddays. a s ay

Chris De La Rosa Caribbean Cooking As a child of the Caribbean, fruit juices was my thing. We always had a jug of passion fruit, sour sop, barbadine, freshly squeezed orange or other citrus fruit juices in our fridge. Since I don’t do the sugar thing any longer…but oh how I crave those juices I grew up on. I still have a weakness for a cold glass of mauby or sorrel on those hot

Tamarind juice wasn’t a favorite for me as I much preferred making Tamarind Balls with whatever tamarind we would borrow from the neighbors tree.

You’ll Need: 2 cups tamarind pulp 6-8 cups water 1/2 cup sugar (add more to your liking) 1 teaspoon Mixed Essence (or vanilla extract) 3 drops Angostura Bitters slices of lime Note: if you live in North America you can source both tamarind pulp (with and without seeds) as well as different varieties of

tamarind Asian, Latino and ta tamari rind ndd att A sian L attin i o an nd Caribbean Ca markets. In this recipe I used the prepacked pulp of the tamarind. * If using fresh (ripe tamarind) you’ll need to remove the hard outer shell and the sort of fibers which hold everything together, then soak in the hot water as I’m about to explain. Boil about half the water called for in the recipe and pour it over the tamarind pulp in a large bowl. While still hot, try to break it up a bit with a large spoon – remember the water will be hot.

When the water cools, it’s time to use your hands to break the pulp apart until it’s relatively smooth. There will be fibers and seeds.

It’s now time to strain the pulp/water (it will be thick and have a sort of sour or tart scent) so you don’t have any debris in

th final juice. You will need to strain this a the couple times (at least) with a fine strainer.

Add the rest of the water and other ingredients, stir well and chill or serve with a couple cubes of ice. I like serving with a slice of lime or lemon. Do taste to ensure it’s sweet enough for your liking.

So the next time you see tamarind in the market or you feel the need to borrow some from the neighbors tree.. make some refreshing juice with them. BTW.. you can make this a ‘big people’ tamarind drink by adding some rum or vodka to the mix. Then the fun starts!

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The ABCʼs of Dharma Living in alignment with your true purpose, known as your dharma, is a key focus for people who enter the path of spiritual awakening. As an intuitive counselor, this issue is often the number one goal of my clients when we begin working together.

It is commonplace to feel disconnected from our true meaning and purpose in life. Growing up, most of us were not taught how to go deep within and explore what we love and what inspires us. Most of us are taught to follow the conventions and expectations of society which follow the formula: go to college, get a degree, apply for a job and work 9-5. Somewhere along the line, we then develop what I call divine discontent.

This state of being is usually the motivating factor that sets us in search of deeper meaning. So it is not surprising that many people come to me at midlife with this question: How do I find my true purpose?

In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna speaks to Arjuna telling him that it is better to do your own dharma poorly

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than to do someone else’s well. I interpret this as an opportunity to disconnect from all societal expectations and to follow the path of your own inner drummer, which to me means, your heart. I did this 10 years ago when I left my career as a corporate banker and become an intuitive counselor.

I’ve heard it said that only when you figure out what you are uniquely able to do, and carry it out as well as you can, can you truly feel fulfilled in this life. Actually, that’s a tall order. Because if you look around there are multitudes of people offering similar services. Of course, each person’s individual approach and delivery offers a fresh perspective and this is part of our individual dharma.

How we do what we do from our unique and personal perspective is key. Differentiating ourselves and our service is becoming more and more daunting in the informationage of Google searches, analytics and the ever-growing website explosion of services, products and causes. Is this what dharma is about? Or is dharma really about living in a certain way, with principles of conduct and integrity as the goal vs. service and product offerings?

I had to take a step back awhile ago and ask myself a deep question: how do I live in alignment with my highest truth? And the answer, from the still, small voice within was quite different than what I expected. I heard: you choose to live an ordinary life in an extraordinary manner! This sent me on a new quest. As a result, I’ve expanded from living in dharma to expanding into dharma-

kaya. Dharma-Kaya comes from the Triskaya doctrine of Mahayana Buddhism and it relates to the Truth Body.

So I was impelled to ask myself, what matters most in living from my highest truth? And it was not related to my job or my service or my product. I realized it was about my conduct, behavior and integrity.

It seemed obvious then to make a contrast between karma, experiencing the cycle of cause-and-effect, and dharma-kaya, evolving beyond this cycle and residing in the truth-body. Listening again to that still-small voice within, I realized that I was being led back to the beginning. As if I were learning the alphabet for the first time.

I began to understand the ABC’s of karma-drama (and we all know this well!) and dharma-kaya. So I leave you with my list of the ABC’s of Karma-Drama vs Dharma-Kaya. I believe this is the most important choice that we have the conscious capacity to make. How are we showing up in the world?

When we choose the path of Dharma-Kaya, the truth body, it truly does not matter what we do, but only, how we do it. This is living our Dharma to the best of our ability, and the more we stay in the ABC’s of Dharma-kaya vs. the ABC’s of Karma-Drama, the more we are in alignment with our true purpose. The following list is self-explanatory. Whatever you do, choose to do it in alignment with Dharma-Kaya, your truth-body.

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Natural grape compound resveratrol increases bone density in obese men The results of a recent study suggest that a naturally occurring compound found in red wine could help treat osteoporosis, a condition in which our bones become weak and brittle, making them more susceptible to breaks and fractures.

Published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, the study’s researchers sought to investigate whether resveratrol, one of a group of plant compounds known as polyphenols, could help men with metabolic syndrome.

Resveratrol possesses antiinflammatory properties that previous studies suggest can help protect against bone loss in mice and rats.

Metabolic syndrome, a group of risk factors that can raise your risk for heart disease, diabetes, stroke and other health problems, has been linked to lowgrade inflammation that can eventually lead to bone loss.

Natural compound found in red wine could help overweight men build bone density Some of these risk factors include “abdominal obesity, high levels of fats in the blood called triglycerides, elevated blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar and reduced high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or good, cholesterol levels,” according to a press release by Endocrine Society.

“Our study is the first to reveal resveratrol’s potential as an anti-osteoporosis drug in humans,” said one of the study’s authors, Marie Juul Ornstrup, MD, with Aarhus University Hospital in Aarhus, Denmark.

“Our findings suggest the compound stimulates bone-forming cells within the body,” she added.

Through a randomized and double-blinded trial involving a placebo, scientists analyzed bone mineral density and signs of bone formation and resorption in overweight men 66 years of age.

For a period of 16 weeks, the participants were given either a 500-milligram dose of resveratrol, a 75-millgram dose of the compound or a placebo twice daily.

The men receiving the naturally occurring compound found in red

wine reaped the most benefits, showing significant bone growth. Those who received the higher dose of resveratrol experienced a 2.6 percent increase in lumbar spine volumetric mineral density compared to the men who received the placebo.

The study’s results indicate that the higher the dosage of resveratrol, the better the benefits. The men who received the 500-milligram dose of resveratrol exhibited “a 16 percent increase in levels of the bone formation marker bone alkaline phosphatase (BAP),” compared to the participants who took the placebo.

“In just four months on highdose resveratrol, we saw significant improvements in bone mineral density at the spine and elevated levels of the bone formation marker BAP,” said Ornstrup.

“These are encouraging results.

Additional research is needed to assess whether these bone protective effects occur in populations at risk of osteoporosis during the course of long-term treatment.”

Resveratrol might be linked to other health benefits, scientists say Antioxidizing polyphenols like resveratrol may have other health benefits such as offering protection for the heart. Previous studies suggest that the key ingredient in red wine may help protect the lining of blood vessels in your heart, as well as preventing damage to those blood vessels.

Resveratrol may help prevent blood clots by reducing the bad cholesterol in your body. Heart health is strongly linked to diabetes and obesity, a factor that likely encouraged this latest bit of research.

Scientists caution against drinking large volumes of red wine, or other alcoholic beverages, as they can cause damage when consumed in excess. This particular polyphenol is still being investigated in regard to its effects on the human body. Some studies have shown that resveratrol may actually reduce the “positive effect of exercise on the heart in older men,” and its effects appear to only last a short time after consuming red wine.

- Natural News

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End food battles with picky children How many times have you heard, “I’m not gonna eat that. It’s gross!” Maybe your kids are a bit more polite about it, but nevertheless, there are a lot of children who declare war at the dinner table when they are told to eat food they don’t like. Too often, anxious parents give in and allow their kids to eat what they want, thinking anything is better than nothing. The sad thing is, the picky eater probably wouldn’t make poor food choices if a truly healthy diet filled with vegetable s and fruits had always been the only fare offered.

If you are a parent of a very young child, it is important to know that children’s taste buds change, both when they are older and during their younger years. Tastes and textures as well as the appearance of foods will determine their reaction. But if you feed your kids junk food or allow them to eat the standard fare at school or daycare, it will affect their food preferences.

Power struggles with kids over food is a battle you will lose--one way or the other. Ultimately, they decide what goes in their mouth. If you want to end the battles, you have to make a commitment to go all the way.

Stop fighting about food and totally stop feeding them anything but the best nutrient dense foods.

How to end food battles Step one: clean house. Toss out the processed food, the junk food. Get rid of all foods with artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, GMOs,

MSG, trans fats, high fructose corn syrup, and conventional sugar. Let your kids know that this is a decision you are making for the whole family, that you want to improve your own heath. Remember, we model behavior to our children.

Step two: sock up on healthy foods. Get high quality, fresh food that tastes good. Make a list of all the healthy foods your child does eat. Initially, include as many of these foods in your menus as possible. Do not argue with your kids when they don’t finish their food. Just let them know that you are keeping that meal for them and if they get hungry before the next meal, it’s available. Stick to your resolve. No snacks! If they never finished their lunch, give them dinner as planned. No arguments. No battles. If they eat their meal, offer them a healthy snack a few hours later, like fresh fruit.

If there are foods your child truly hates, respect their tastes and don’t try to force the issue. ?Leave them off the menu for now and re-introduce them later.

Involve your children in planning the weekly menu and in food preparation. If you raise food in the garden, give them their own

row to plant. When kids get involved, they are much more likely to appreciate their food. If you can, grow your won food with your children!

There is a genetic component to food preferences Twin studies have proven that there is a genetic component to food preferences that is shown through innate preferences to foods, especially for fruits, vegetables, and protein foods. Environment plays a stronger role with starchy foods and snack foods. If there are particular foods your child dislikes,? look for commonalities in these foods. Are they bitter? Spicy?

Sweet? (not likely!) If there is a pattern this may well be due to the child’s taste buds rather than a stubborn temperament.

Last but not least, don’t be afraid to sneak in a little extra nutrition during the transition to healthier eating. A good nutritional powder added to smoothies will give your child the nutrients he or she needs for optimum health. You can sneak it into their smoothies, or make can Make Your Own Nutrition Powder and get the kids to help.

- Natural News

Three herbs that boost our immune system and guard us from infection The human immune system is a remarkable network of biological structures and processes. When functioning properly, it has the ability to remember diseases that it has previously encountered for more efficient removal, trigger immediate responses to emergencies through its advanced communication systems and much more.

Despite its sophistication, however, the immune system is notoriously fragile, and even the healthiest of us can suffer from compromised immunity from time to time.

During these difficult periods, when we’re at a far greater risk of infection than usual, it is a good idea to supplement our diets with herbs that are well-known for their immuneboosting properties. Three of the best of these herbs are listed below.

Astragalus Astragalus is a perennial plant native to the northern and eastern regions of China, as well as Korea and Mongolia. Its antioxidantrich root, which resembles a garlic bulb, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to strengthen the body against disease. Moreover, Astragalus’s adaptogenic qualities make it effective at fighting disease as well.

Astragalus has been well-studied in the West, and numerous studies confirm its alleged immunity-boosting properties.

A study published in Cellular Immunology in 2011, for instance, found that Astragalus polysaccharides could stimulate the body’s production of macrophages (white blood cells that tackle foreign invaders and cancer cells).A later study, published in Microbial Pathogenesis in January 2014, also discovered that Astragalus polysaccharides could regulate the production of T cells (white blood cells that defend the body from pathogens) in infected mice.

Echinacea Echinacea is a flowering plant that grows throughout North America and Europe. It was immensely popular in its native lands as an immunity booster and general “cure-all” during the 18th and 19th centuries, but its use began to decline after the advent of antibiotics. Fortunately, the West -- prompted by growing research into its health benefits -- seems to have rediscovered Echinacea in recent decades.

Studies into Echinacea’s immunity-boosting properties are considerable, and new research is being published every month. For example, a study featured in International Immunopharmacology in March 2014 found that Echinacea polysaccharides could regulate T cell cytokine response, thus enhancing the body’s defenses against infection.These results were reinforced by another study published one month later in

Natural Product Communications, which concluded that Echinacea preparations can bolster immunity by decreasing the “number and function” of regulatory T cells.

Cat’s claw Cat’s claw is a woody vine native to the Amazon Rainforest of South America. While the indigenous people of Central and South America have used cat’s claw -- which is named after its hook-like thorns -- to treat a wide variety of medical conditions, it is especially revered for its ability to strengthen immune function.

Few studies have been conducted on cat’s claw compared to Astragalus and Echinacea, but the limited amount of research we currently possess is promising. A study published in Phytotherapy Research in August 2011, for example, discovered that cat’s claw extracts could boost immunity by modulating “distinct patterns of the immune system in a dose-dependent manner.” A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food in March 2007 also listed cat’s claw as one of three herbs (the others being saw palmetto and Echinacea) that could regulate immune function by activating disease-fighting macrophages.

- Natural News

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Sharp as a tack? Mind your memory Dr. Lydia Thurton ND BASc

Health Tips Am I losing my mind? This week I had a number of patients who where concerned that they just weren’t retaining information as well as they used to. They wanted to know if memory loss was a natural part of aging, and if their inability to remember where they put their keys was early signs of senility or even Alzheimer’s disease.

The big question, what is normal memory decline that occurs with aging? And what should we worry about? Normal memory decline is usually no more than a mild inconvenience. Difficulty recalling information, but then remembering at a later time is

common. Remembering items of information, but forgetting where you heard them, or who told them to you, is common. Memory of recently learned information is much more subject to forgetfulness than things we have known for years and years. Forgetting something you just learned last week versus years ago is also common.

Here’s what to look out for. Memory lapses that affect your ability to complete tasks, especially ones you have done repetitively in the past. Following a favorite recipe or driving to church should be recalled with accuracy more or less. If you feel like you are asking for the same information over and over again or are losing the ability to orient yourself to date and time, you should see your doctor. Losing items is a reality of life, but being able to retrace steps differentiates a “normal” memory from one that is struggling. If your inability to recall information, like friends’ names, is creating awkward social situations it may be time to get help. If your memory lapses are causing you to withdraw from friends and family, it is time to talk to your doc.

Being distracted with a multitude of things on the go is a reality and will result in forgotten appointments and misplaced remote controls. Mental health issues like depression and anxiety are known to impair our ability to recall information. Narcotic pain killers, sleeping pills, beta blocker hypertension medications and even cholesterol lowering statins can all increase forgetfulness.

Keep your memory sharp by consuming a diet high in antioxidants. My favorites are raw cocoa powder, beet root juice and pomegranate. Exercise increases circulation and oxygen delivery to the brain, promoting cognitive health. Brain stimulating games, puzzles and activities are always good for making new neural connections.

Passive activities, like watching TV sitcoms, do little to keep us sharp. Supplements like phosphatidyl serine, ginko biloba and acetyll- carnitine have been shown assist memory, even in people with Alzhemier’s. And hey, if you can remember those names, you aren’t doing so badly.

Dry mouth Dr. Matthew Weekes BSC DDS MTh DMin

Dental Health

Dry mouth is an oral condition that causes discomfort and suffering to an increasing number of people. It is characterized by a low level of saliva, causing the soft tissues in the mouth including the tongue to be dry.

The role of saliva in the maintenance of a healthy body is of paramount importance. This watery substance is a medium for substances that your body needs to digest

food and keep your teeth hard and strong.

Saliva is produced by glands with ducts that empty into the mouth, keeping it moist and comfortable. It aids in chewing, tasting and swallowing. Other functions include fighting bacteria, protecting teeth from decay and gum disease. The presence of proteins and minerals contribute to this.

An adequate amount of saliva also helps in preventing bad breath. For those wearing dentures saliva provides a moist surface to help retain the dentures and prevent sores.

The production of saliva from the six salivary glands and several minor ones is stimulated by chewing, sucking on candy or cough drops. Even the scent of your favourite food will cause the flow of saliva. During normal function the body is constantly making saliva, producing 2-4 pints per day.

Dry mouth (xerostomia) is a result

of too little saliva .Certain diseases, and prolonged use of medicines can affect the production of saliva. Some of the diseases are HIV/Aids, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, blockage of ducts, chemo and radiation therapy, dehydration, and cigarette smoking.

Prolonged use of several medicines result in dry mouth. Among those with this side effect are antihistamines, anxiety drugs, certain blood pressure drugs, diuretics (water pills), most antidepressants and some pain medicines. If you suspect that your medication is causing dry mouth, discuss it with your physician who may change it to a favourable alternative. Drinking plenty of water is helpful in keeping the mouth moist.

Your dentist can offer you valuable advice and may be able to treat symptoms or introduce you to products that will stimulate the flow of saliva.

How to eat with a busy lifestyle Monique Bartlett Fitness Eating is part of life yet most people have a busy lifestyle and they grab what they can here and there. However, the calories from a donut and coffee in the morning are ridiculous. These choices don’t keep you full and they can cause you to put on weight.

Eating right doesn’t mean your food doesn’t taste good. It doesn’t mean you have to cook one meal for you and then another for the rest of your family. Not only is that time consuming, it is also very expensive.

If you only eat once or twice a day, you are putting your body into starvation mode. You aren’t offering it the fuel it needs for energy, happiness, and health. You need to get into the habit of eating 3 to 5 small

meals throughout the day. You will find you stay full this way so you don’t binge eat.

Drinking a glass of water before each meal is going to help you feel full in less time. It is also going to help you with realizing when you are hungry and when you are thirsty. Too often we assume we are hungry but really our body just needs water.

Tons of empty calories are consumed daily due to drinking sugar filled items. They include coffee, pop, latte, juice and much more. They can cause you to drink hundreds more calories a day than you should.

Eating healthy doesn’t mean you can’t ever go out to eat. There are times when you don’t want to cook. Learning what types of foods are healthy for you and those that aren’t can help you out. For example various sauces at restaurants are typically full of calories. Portion sizes can be ridiculously huge too. Consider asking for a child’s portion or splitting a large sized meal with another person.

Eating a salad before your main course is a good idea too. The bread may be

delicious but only consume it in moderation.

Many restaurants now have the healthier choices on the menu depicted with special symbols. However, if you don’t see them ask your server for recommendations.

Sometimes we eat because we are bored or need something to occupy our hands. Keeping plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables on hand is a great way for help you eat right. You can consume plenty of them without feeling guilty about it.

You can cut up and prewash them so that they are ready to eat. You can even place them in plastic bags so that you can easily take them with you in the car or to work. This is a better alternative to consuming a bag of chips or candy from the vending machine when you have the urge to eat something.

So eat right and give yourself the time to think first before you eat and prepare your meals ahead of time. A busy lifestyle doesn’t have to keep you overweight with a lack of energy. Eat everything in moderation and remind yourself that without your health you have nothing.

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House hunting, choosing a mortgage & life insurance Stephen Mohammed Finance Real Estate: You’ve decided that now is the time to make the move to home ownership.

You should first consult a mortgage agent/ broker to assess how much of a mortgage loan you may qualify for. The next step is to obtain services and seek the advice of a Real Estate sales representative. A sales representative will help you assess if properties of interest are at market value, overpriced or below market value.

Viewing properties can be exciting and sometimes overwhelming, but it is important to make sure the homes you’re looking at meet your needs and do not just look good on the surface. Stay within budget and do not overextend yourself financially.

As stunning as the home may look, protect yourself from the unknown. A good tip is to always include a condition of financing and a condition of home inspection in your offer. Your sales representative will guide you every step of the way from viewing comparable properties to making an offer.

Mortgage: Media reports suggested that the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) is considering taking steps to restrict mortgage term lengths for uninsured mortgages for borrowers who put down at least 20 per cent on their homes. In the recent past, changes to mortgage regulations have made it challenging for individuals looking to purchase a home. Your mortgage agent/broker will inform you of the qualifying criteria and make recommen-

dations to assist you in choosing such things as: the amortization period, mortgage term, type of mortgage (open or closed, fixed or variable rate) and prepayment options to name a few.

Most believe that the financial institution they are currently with will automatically give them a better or preferred rate, however this is not usually the case. Financial institutions offer new clients cheaper rates because they can offer or sell other products to them. A mortgage agent will shop around on your behalf to get you the best rate possible.

Finance: Life insurance is an often overlooked, but integral part of one’s financial life, especially if your family depends on your income. Life insurance in most cases is designed to replace the income of a spouse or parent so that the dependants may continue living a certain quality of life without experiencing financial hardship. The loss of a loved one is enough to deal with. It is important to give this financial decision the time and attention that it deserves, before an unfortunate happenstance might occur.

Ask your agent to discuss the different types of life insurance products and select the one that is most appropriate to properly protect you and your family. There is such a thing as being underinsured. Be cautious of agents attempting to sell you a product that’s not right for you and your family. Also, agents are paid a percentage of the annual premium when they first sell you a policy.

If an agent is soliciting you to change your product after a couple of years of selling you an insurance product and nothing has changed in your life, they may be trying to generate another commission cheque.

When using an insurance agent, make sure they’re licensed to sell insurance in Ontario: http://www5.fsco.gov.on.ca/alias2a/agents. aspx

407ETR doesnʼt want the voices of thousands heard Tammy Flores 407ETR Matters I have been following very closely, the Supreme Court Case that will tentatively be heard in January 2015 between the 407 ETR and the Superintendent of Bankruptcy. The docket is growing in size with several Prov-

inces including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Quebec putting notice of their intervention in. As well, Class Action lawyers, Scarfone Hawkins and the Canadian Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Professionals are seeking intervener status.

So far, the only objection to any of the requests to intervene is by 407 ETR. 407 ETR says of Class Action lawyers Scarfone Hawkins, “The Proposed Interveners do not represent any kind of public interest group or larger class of persons, despite the fact that they were granted Amicus status on the Appeal”.

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Protecting the health and safety of Canadians OTTAWA -- Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander today announced new precautionary measures to protect the health and safety of Canadians.

Effective immediately, Canadian visa officers have temporarily paused the processing of visa applications from foreign nationals who have been physically present in a country designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having widespread and intense transmission of the Ebola virus. Discretion will remain for the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration to grant entry on a case-by-case basis in exceptional cases where travel is essential and in Canada’s interest. Apart from those instances, temporary resident applications already in process that are affected by these new measures will be returned to the applicants.

Canadian citizens, permanent residents, foreign nationals currently in possession of a visa and foreign nationals who do not require visas will continue to be screened at ports of entry in

Canada and will be subject to appropriate health screening and other measures under the Quarantine Act. These changes do not impact Canadians currently in West Africa. All Canadians, including health-care workers, currently in West Africa will be permitted to travel back to Canada. The Government of Canada continues to advise against travel to countries designated by the WHO as having widespread and intense transmission of the Ebola virus.

Ministerial Instructions providing new directions to visa officers worldwide were published in the Canada Gazette today.

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting international efforts to control the Ebola outbreak.

Canada has been a world leader in responding to the crisis and continues to monitor the situation in the West Africa region to ensure humanitarian, health and security needs are met.

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Thousands of voices Continued From Page 26 -- Supreme Advocacy LLP, SRL, is a team of lawyers and staff that have worked together for over 15 years providing clients with appellate advocacy services and legal opinions. In their response to Class Action lawyers, Motion for Leave to Intervene, they say that Scarfone Hawkins offers a “unique perspective, that of actual bankrupts... a putative class of persons which is significant in size, comprised of thousands of individuals...”

Who do you believe? 407 ETR or Supreme Advocacy LLP, SRL? The facts as we know them is that Scarfone Hawkins’ Class Action that was filed in 2012 represents thousands of people that have claimed bankruptcy, are claiming bankruptcy and will be claiming bankruptcy in the Province of Ontario that has a debt to 407 ETR. We all know there are thousands more people affected by 407 ETR’s blatant ignorance of the Limitations Act, but that is not at issue in this case. However, the importance of this case to the overall behavior modification to 407 ETR’s enforcement remedies cannot be ignored.

The significance of this Supreme Court Appeal by 407 ETR can’t and shouldn’t be understated. While we can appreciate why 407 ETR is trying to silence the voice of thousands of people af-

fected by their predatory tactics, we cannot allow those voices to be silenced! We are hopeful that the court will grant Scarfone Hawkins leave to intervene in this appeal. To quote Scarfone Hawkins Motion, “allowing the Proposed Interveners to make submissions will promote access to justice and judicial economy by narrowing and eliminating issues of law that would otherwise be decided in a Class Proceeding. In the event the issues are determined favorably to the Superintendent and Proposed Interveners, the result will affect behavior modification on 407 ETR in respect of enforcement remedies.”

The group “Stop the 407 ETR’s Abuse of Power” has been trying to affect behavior modifications on 407 ETR’s enforcement remedies for four years now.

Although the company has made some positive changes in those four years, they have NOT made the necessary changes that will ensure that they comply with consumer protection laws that Canadians deem fair and reasonable. This case is very important to affect change and 407 ETR should NOT be allowed to thwart justice and drag out this issue any longer than they already have. The hope is that the court will grant Class Action lawyers intervener status and that their submissions will be the voice of thousands.

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Your Horoscope - November 5th 2014 ARIES

TAURUS

GEMINI

CANCER

There are things to finish and things to start.

The hold-up stars are now out of the way.

You should find you gain a much better move-along over the next week and also as the month advances. Saturday/Sunday, conjure, relax, or romance the time away.

The Aries moon coordinates very well with fresh-start Monday. On Tuesday, it’s full-on and full at ’em.

You’ll find a much better balance now that Mercury retrograde is over. Look to Mars, freshly touring Capricorn, to loan you more control, consistency, and ambition. Even so, something more is about to overtake you and/or spur you to action. Monday/Tuesday is instigating. Next Thursday’s full moon through the following week will re-situate you in some fast-forward way.

Whether you’re big on Halloween or not, it’s a good day to socialize or go with the moment. Get up to something or nothing at all; on Saturday and Sunday, satisfaction is on a ready dial. Creativity and potentials are well sparked through Tuesday. Let inspiration or impulse lead the way. By Wednesday/Thursday, you’ll have a lot more to go on.

Halloween can be as fun as you make it.

Even so, you’ll pack it in early. Saturday and Sunday are your optimal days to fill up on the good stuff. Shop, socialize, play up the romance, or get the show on the road in some other way; it comes together beautifully for you. Monday/Tuesday, don’t waste time, dive straight into it.

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SCORPIO

Even with Saturn’s voice of reason, it’s easy to get swept up in it Thursday/Friday. By all means, let there be fireworks. The weekend is ideal for curling up with a good book or someone you love. Monday gains good startup fuel from the sun and Pluto. By Tuesday, the Aries moon hits full power, and so do you.

Halloween is sure to be a busy work or run-around day, but even so it should go smoothly, all things considered. Friday/Saturday, soak it up, aim for reward. These are also good days to discuss options, open your heart, or come clean with yourself. Aim to get a jump-start on Monday/Tuesday. By full-moon Thursday, you should see good gains.

You don’t need a costume to get the party going on Halloween. Of course, if you are looking for a fresh way to bewitch your lover, go ahead, have fun with it. Get up to something or nothing, the Pisces moon makes for a time-slips-by weekend. It’s an altogether different go come Monday/Tuesday. Dive into it with a fresh attitude.

One thing after another pulls on you Thursday/Friday. When you need to make a choice, aim for something unique, different, or new for you. Saturday/Sunday, you can take no wrong turn. It’s easy all the way.

The start of the new week keeps the creative spark well lit. Tuesday/Wednesday calls for you to wing it. Stay alert for the unexpected.

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CAPRICORN

AQUARIUS

PISCES

You’ll have no trouble coming up with something fresh on Thursday/Friday. Halloween makes for an upbeat day and good connecting. Saturday/Sunday, the Pisces moon is ideally spent on a quiet, at-home weekend. Let the clock do a disappearing act. As of Monday, you’ll find yourself on a full battery recharge. Opportunity is ripe for the taking; strike while the iron’s hot.

Shake things up a little; surprise us with something Thursday/Friday. You’ll pull it off well. Saturday/Sunday, have a heart-toheart, play up the romance. Conversation, activities, and ideas flow freely. On Monday, it’s time to hit it. Tuesday calls for quick thinking and ingenuity. Mars, freshly in Capricorn, will keep you well fuelled through the start of December.

Whether you’re a Halloween fanatic or not, you’re in your element Friday, thanks to the Aquarius moon. Ease up on the throttle Saturday/Sunday. Easygoing hits it just right.

The stars set a good creative, moneymaking, and communication flow for most of the week ahead. Plan to dive into it full-tilt as of Monday.

One way or another, Thursday/Friday keeps you well entertained. As well, you could gain an inside scoop or a surprise advantage.

The Pisces moon can switch others onto autopilot or sleep mode for the weekend, but not you: you’ll pick up excellent speed. Create, conjure, aim for fame, money, or love, Saturday and Sunday your stars are wonderfully opportune.

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The facts about vehicle financing Jelani Daniel Automotive Corner My name is Jelani Daniel of Checklist Automotive, and I can help you better understand auto financing. Not only will I help you make the most informed decision before purchasing or leasing a vehicle, you will learn tips and tricks that can better equip you to find the best automobile at the most suitable rate.

To start off, what is financing? This question is commonly brought up by new customers and quite often, there is little to no understanding of the process prior to our initial consultation.

When you use financing, you are obtaining a loan from a third party that can help you pay back the dealer, seller, or manufacturer earlier to get your vehicle quicker.

By using a brokerage to help obtain the car, you can work out a payment arrangement to repay the lump sum gradually. The rates are fixed and the terms are agreed upon prior giving you an annual cost breakdown. Such rates are called an APR (annual percentage rate), and they give you a clearer picture of your monthly costs so you can budget effectively year-round.

When you finance, you work oneon-one with a broker to find out what conditions and terms suit your lifestyle and long term plans. By understanding all the terms and conditions, you are free to make a yearly budget that has unwavering payments.

Some considerations made during the calculation of your APR is your job security, current income, outstanding debts, lifestyle costs, previous credit score damage, as well as projected expenses and current savings. By understanding all aspects of your financial situation, repaying the initial loan is achievable.

What are some other third party options? Other options may include rigid bank loans that often ignore lifestyle costs and potential job loss. The interest rates may increase without notice, causing your budget to suffer.

Dealerships offer payback opportunities that frequently contain hidden fees, leaving the buyer with a larger debt than anticipated. Dealerships may include a series of additional charges including add-on’s and abstract fees.

As with any type of loan, there are numerous terms and conditions to consider when financing. Be sure to ask questions and get clarification regarding unknown or vague terms, including residual value costs, commission structures, as well as extended warranties. All three play a large part dealership lease structures as well as some financing options.

Helping you protect your identity chances of becoming a victim:

Sherene Cole

CIP, CRM, CAIB, LLQP

Insurance Matters

Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in North America. . Two major Canadian credit bureaus, Equifax and Trans Union, report that they now receive approximately 1,400 to 1,800 identity theft related complaints from Canadians every month.

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, it takes an individual almost 600 hours and $1,400 in out-of-pocket expenses to clean up the mess caused by an identity theft.

Why is identity theft on the rise?

One reason for the increased frequency may be that people often become victims without having had any direct contact with the thieves who acquire their personal information. Simply by doing the things that are part of everyday life, like making credit card purchases (in person, online, or over the phone) or providing routine personal information on official employer or government forms, a person may be inadvertently exposing themselves to identity thieves.

What can you do?

With our increased reliance on technology, opportunities for identity theft have also increased, with even reputable companies experiencing their own privacy breaches. Here are a few tips that will help you control some potential sources of ID theft and reduce your

Don’t call us, we’ll call you.

If you receive phone calls or emails asking for any type of personal information, politely decline. Instead, look up the company’s telephone number or website and contact them directly to make sure the inquiry is legitimate.

Consider a locking mailbox and always use a shredder when discarding any old bills, financial statements or other documents with your name or address.

Avoid being too social on social media.

When filling out your online profile, avoid providing critical personal information, such as your marital status, your maiden name, your birth date or address. Also, don’t accept “friend” invitations from people you don’t know - they could be a “bot” designed to access your personal information and your friends’ information. Be skeptical of online polls and quizzes, which often collect data to provide to an undisclosed third party.

They’re watching - make sure you are too.

If you don’t already, start paying closer attention to your accounts. Look at them weekly to make sure all charges are legitimate and be sure to order the free credit report that the three major credit reporting bureaus - Experian, Equifax and TransUnion - are legally obligated to provide to you Identity Theft insurance is also available as an optional coverage on homeowners, condo or tenants insurance policies.

It will normally reimburse you for those expenses that you incur as a result of having your identity stolen. Speak with your agent or broker for more information about this coverage.

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How great employees can impact your business couple weeks of being employed will be an asset to any business.

Sometimes we don’t even realize how our employees can affect our business.

From the way the customers are greeted and feel, to the processes and efficiency of the business all the way to the follow up and referrals given into the business.

No matter how we are as owners, presidents, CEO’s etc. one employee could destroy years of hard of work.

So how can we be in awareness of this, hire the right people and empower them to take that leadership role in their position and own it?

The First quality: They laugh, smile and are genuinely happy. If this is happening they will transfer this energy into your business. Your clients and customers will want to be around them, do business with them and talk to them.

They will make your clients feel great about firstly their decision to do business with you and secondly about their life in general. Although you may sell a certain product, that affects one aspect of someone’s life i.e.; insurance (affecting their financial well-being and stability), this type of attitude and enthusiasm will transpire into all dimensions of their lives and you will find that clients will want to come in and visit, will want to call in and talk to you and will want to refer business to you, as they are being treated in a positive and uplifting manner.

Here’s how…

There are some key qualities that make up great employees and finding them out in the interview and within the first

The Second Quality: Find out whether they are innate at this job. No I am not talking about their experience or their personality, I am talking about their

Colleen Lindberg Business Development

striving instincts, which will tell us if at the core of them they will be able to sustain the work and job and not only that, actually love it, get more done in less time and feel like they are contributing.

The only way to figure this out is to run a Kolbe Index on them, which will measure this dimension to their mind, their conative abilities and how they take action. It’s not enough anymore for us to hire just based on experience and because we like them, we need to figure out if they can sustain the role and do it for long periods of time. If you have never heard of Kolbe before, check out my website for more details on it. It really is a foundational piece for businesses that are looking for key, quality people. Fortune 500 companies hire using it. It’s the only tangible index that doesn’t change with age or environment. http://clcconsults.com/services/ kolbe-assessment The Third Quality: They have personal goals in life and they want to grow with the company. Some people have never thought of asking in the interview, what are your current personal goals? If they

don’t have any, then they probably are not striving for excellence in life, they are just existing. A personal goal could be weight loss, triathlon, marathons, getting in the PTA at their kids school, finding their life partner, winning a community award, getting out of debt, etc. If they are challenging themselves to get better in one area of their life, it will make it easy for them to excel in others, which will also mean that they will be dedicated to growth. Setting goals with them monthly in their jobs, will also allow them to strive in their positions, reach for something higher and accomplish more in the long run for the company.

If you can integrate these three qualities into your hiring process, you will see that the quality, longevity and leadership abilities of your team will vastly improve and you will be retaining more clients and most importantly more staff, which will in turn improve your bottom line and make your workplace an awesome place to work.

In closing, based on the latest trends I am setting #ownit in your teams and in your business! Have a great day!

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You may need health coverage if: x ΪΠΦ͑ΕΠΟ‫׏‬Υ͑ΙΒΧΖ͑ΔΠΧΖΣΒΘΖ͑ΥΙΣΠΦΘΙ͑ΪΠΦΣ͑ ΖΞΡΝΠΪΖΣ͑ x ΪΠΦ‫׏‬ΣΖ͑Β͑ΤΞΒΝΝ͑ΓΦΤΚΟΖΤΤ͑ΠΨΟΖΣ͑ΨΚΥΙ͑ΟΠ͑ ΘΣΠΦΡ͑ΓΖΟΖΗΚΥΤ͑ x ΪΠΦ͑ΒΣΖ͑Β͑ΣΖΥΚΣΖΖ͑ΨΙΠ͑ΨΒΟΥΤ͑ΙΖΒΝΥΙΔΒΣΖ͑ ΔΠΧΖΣΒΘΖ͑ x ΪΠΦ͑ΕΠΟ‫׏‬Υ͑ΙΒΧΖ͑ΠΦΥ͑ΠΗ͑ΔΠΦΟΥΣΪ͑ΔΠΧΖΣΒΘΖ͑

΁ΣΖΤΔΣΚΡΥΚΠΟ͑͸ΝΒΤΤΖΤ͑ ʹΠΟΥΒΔΥ͑ͽΖΟΤΖΤ͑ ͽΒΤΖΣ͑ͶΪΖ͑΄ΦΣΘΖΣΪ͑ ͶΪΖ͑ͶΩΒΞΚΟΒΥΚΠΟ͑

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x Health Practitioners 9 9 9 9 9 9

ʹΙΚΣΠΡΣΒΔΥΠΣ͑ ͑ʹΙΚΣΠΡΠΕΚΤΥ͠΁ΠΕΚΒΥΣΚΤΥ͑ ͑;ΒΤΤΒΘΖ͑΅ΙΖΣΒΡΚΤΥ͑ ͑ͿΒΥΦΣΠΡΒΥΙ͑͝΀ΤΥΖΠΡΒΥΙ͑ ͑΁ΤΪΔΙΠΝΠΘΚΤΥ͑͠΄ΠΔΚΒΝ͑ΈΠΣΜΖΣ͑​͑ ͑΄ΡΖΖΔΙ͑΅ΙΖΣΒΡΚΤΥ͑

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