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Problem child. That’s the term most time used to describe the children of families within our community, children who require special care, attention, and guidance so they can be better understood and receive the help they need to get on the right track and break out of this unfortunate stigma. It’s not uncommon to hear about matters pertaining to crime and violence involving young people. As unfortunate as it is, these children are finding themselves in dangerous and life-threatening
situations that include fighting, bullying, threatening others with weapons and gang-related violence. After dedicating much of his life to his successful career in the financial sector Ron Cunningham chose to leave the industry in 2002 to start his own private accounting practice to better devote his time to meet the needs of inner-city high-risk children and youth. “I always had a keen interest in corporate citizenship, philanthropy and I have spent much of my time and re-
ALYSSA MAHADEO/TORONTO CARIBBEAN sources giving back to my native country of Jamaica,” Ron shares. “I founded the Citizens for the Advancement of Community Development (CACD) offering afterschool programs for middle school children, leadership and mentoring for high school youth, life skills, youth justice, and crime and violence programs that impact the lives of hundreds of children and youth on a yearly basis.” Continued On Page 8
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DJ Lissa Monet One of Toronto’s Top DJ’s
Written by Kayla Karim Toronto Caribbean News
From Soca to top 40, DJ Lissa Monet spins it all. She is one of the top female DJs in the Greater Toronto Area entertaining all audiences. DJ Lissa Monet paved the way for herself and for many, by having a positive outlook on life and her career. Lissa grew up in the Don Mills and Lawrence area with her family where she spent most of her life and elementary school days, before moving to Scarborough for post-secondary. She attended Centennial College and studied Business Marketing ahead of pursuing a career in the music industry. Monet said that she has generally been surrounded by music her entire life. Aside from it being her personal passion, Lissa was introduced and influenced to music by family members, including her father and grandmother. In their childhood days, Lissa and her younger sister would spend time at their grandmother’s house putting on a performance, singing and dancing to Bob Marley records. Her fa-
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those experiences and chances, such as the ones she received when she was starting off so that these DJs can showcase their talent. Lissa has accomplished a lot at such a young age, especially in such a competitive industry. She was asked what her biggest challenges were, and she replied with a simple answer, “I try not to let any obstacles affect me and I try not to dwell on them”. There was nothing in particular that came to mind when she was asked to speak about struggles that she endured on her path because she did not recognize them as struggles, rather as lessons. Lissa said that she did not focus on the negative events that occurred during her job. She chose her profession because she loved what she did. She didn’t want to let moments that didn’t go so well to shape her in any way, because she knew that she would be going into the next performance with the same positive attitude. This mindset came so easy for her because she “didn’t allow those things to outweigh [her] passion”. Her advice for anyone, whether it is in the music industry or aspiring DJs was similar to the way she performs and lives her life, to take everything with a grain of salt. “Mistakes are learning curves,” she said, “it’s not about what you do, it’s about how you do it”. Lissa strives to “pave paths” for those that consider her as a role model. She wants to continue to encourage the concept of not allowing obstacles to define you. She explained, “you have to create your own path”. Everyone goes through them, but it is how one conquers these experiences; that is what really represents them. Twitter: @heylissamonet Instagram: @heylissamonet Facebook: DJ Lissa Monet Soundcloud: djlissamonet
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First Canadian woman of colour appears on $10 Canadian bank note ALYSSA MAHADEO alyssa@carib101.com
TC REPORTER A new face graces the $10 Canadian bank note, that of a woman, and not just any woman, but a woman of color. On Monday, November 19th, $10 banknotes bearing the face of Viola Irene Desmond officially entered circulation, the first time a Canadian woman has been celebrated on the face of her country’s currency. Viola Irene Desmond (July 6, 1914 – February 7, 1965) was a Canadian Black Nova Scotian businesswoman who challenged racial segregation at a cinema in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, in 1946. Upon her refusal to leave a whites-only area of the Roseland Theatre, she was convicted of a minor tax violation for the
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one-cent tax difference between the seat she had paid for and the seat she used, which was more expensive. Desmond’s case is one of the most publicized incidents of racial discrimination in Canadian history and helped start the modern civil rights movement in Canada. In March of this year, Desmond was named a National Historic Person where the new $10 bill was unveiled by Finance Minister Bill Morneau and Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz during a ceremony at the Halifax Central Library. “The Queen is in good company,” Ms. Desmond’s sister Wanda Robson said on Nov 19th in a ceremony at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, which is featured on the other side of the bill. The 91-year-old was due to make the first purchase with one of the new $10 bills. From Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz, she also received a framed engraving of her sister and two banknotes with special serial numbers. (Reported by the Globe & Mail) Viola Desmond was a cosmetics pioneer for black women in Atlantic Canada. Following in the entrepreneurial footsteps of her father, a Halifax barber, Ms. Desmond started
out in business at a time when very few beauty schools would accept black students. After training in Montreal, Atlantic City, and New York, she founded her own institution, Halifax’s Desmond School of Beauty Culture, selling her own line of hair and skin products across Nova Scotia. On one business trip on November 8th, 1946, when her car broke down in New Glasgow, Ms. Desmond stopped in at the Roseland Theatre to kill time while her car was at the garage for repair. The Roseland was a segregated theatre and the floor seats were for whites only, while black guests were expected to sit in the balcony. Ms. Desmond was shortsighted and needed to sit closer for a better view. When she tried to purchase a floor seat, she was refused because she was black. Working actively to solve her problem she then bought a balcony seat (which was one cent cheaper) and proceeded to sit in the floor area that was until the theatre staff called the police and she spent 12 hours in jail. Ms. Desmond was charged and convicted of tax evasion, over a single penny. She did not have a lawyer at trial and she was never informed she was entitled to one. Arguing that
Ms. Desmond had evaded the one-cent difference between the balcony and floor ticket prices, a judge fined her $26. Protests from Nova Scotia’s black community and an appeal to the provincial Supreme Court proved fruitless, and Ms. Desmond died in 1965 without any acknowledgment of racial discrimination in her case. In 2010, Nova Scotia gave her a free pardon and the black lieutenant-governor signed it into law. “Here I am, 64 years later – a black woman giving freedom to another black woman,” Mayann Francis recalled in a 2014 profile about the pardon, which called Ms. Desmond’s case a miscarriage of justice and said she should never have been charged. “I believe she has to know that she is now free.” (Reported by the Globe & Mail) The newly reimagined purple banknote features a vertical design, different from the standard horizontal notes, and Viola Desmond’s face is gracefully incorporated into the design for all Canadians to see. Another step forward in bringing awareness and changing the conversation around racial discrimination.
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Reachout Committee delivering Christmas dinner and gifts for families JELANI GRANT
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The Reachout Committee is scheduled to provide the community with another night of giving, holding their 13th Annual Dinner With Santa on December 15th. The evening provides guests with a 5-course meal, gifts for all of the families and children in attendance and lots of prizes in between. “The importance of holding the dinner each year is “to help a lot of the low-income families within the community… from Mississauga to Scarborough,” said founder Angela Swain-Thorpe. An event that many families across the GTA look forward to every year, the dinner is an opportunity for some families, who otherwise may not have the means, to enjoy a night of holiday food and fun, Santa and Christmas tree included. “We’ve gotten better over the years, we’ve given out more gifts for the kids and the parents…it’s a family event so you try to cater to everybody,” Angela said. However, Angela said they always have a full reception at the Christmas dinner because of how large their supportive community has become throughout the years. “We are always full to capacity each year, to the families that we can’t accommodate we still provide the children with gifts and food hamper. All proceeds we raise goes towards the programs that we do at Reachout.” Reachout organizes and supports events all throughout the year including their Annual Walk for Peace which is held in the spring, intended to bring communities affected by
violence together while remembering those lost. The yearly gathering is entering its 14th year of promoting peace and will include food, drinks, games, and giveaways for families to enjoy. On November 25th the organization was involved in the facilitation of a free haircut day at I BARBIERI, who provides the free service once during the holidays. In addition to a basketball tournament, a back to school BBQ, garage sale, and youth cultural festival Reachout feeds the homeless, donates food and even delivers food to elderly members of the community. The non-profit was founded in 2001 with the intent of serving youth in low-income homes as well as disadvantaged adults in the community. Their primary focus is youth between the ages of 5 and 30 years old, including adults who are in the judicial system. “Very nice people, very helpful and I completed my community hours and got off on all my charges thanks for the opportunity,” said past client Michael Hartley. ”Their services range from development workshops for youth to sexual assault awareness initiatives. They are estimated to have served more than 500 people each year, dedicated to eliminating youth violence by facilitating the empowerment of youth through their workshops. Though Angela is proud of the progress they make each year and their growing list of supporters, she has created a GoFundMe page with a goal of $5,000 to be raised for the upcoming dinner and other future workshops and events. The funds contribute to the year-round services Reachout provides, including youth programs, counseling, and they, “have a Walk For Peace that we do every year. Next year will be our 14th year,” Swain-Thorpe said.
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Green Dupatta Gala KAYLA KARIM
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A dupatta represents the idea of enclosure and inclusivity. The color green represents the environment and sustainability. These were young Nirmala Ramprasad’s thoughts when deciding that she was going to change the world. Nirmala is the president and one of the co-founders of the Green Dupatta Charity. She’s earned a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Arts in Anthropology. She, along with Keisha Singh, the charity’s secretary, and media director co-founded the organization in 2013, in Toronto, Canada. Nirmala visited Guyana for the first time as a young adult, a trip that changed her life. She saw that in Lenora, Guyana there was land that was being wasted being occupied by abandon buildings. She was confused and concerned for the people in the area, and after further research, Nirmala realized that the people of Lenora were interested in refurbishing one of the abandon buildings into a community center. This is how the first major task started. She continued to visit the location where, along with a team, Nirmala assisted in replacing roofs, fences, redoing floors and painting. All of the money used to complete these tasks was donated by members of the community. Branded as an international orga-
nization, the Green Dupatta Charity would like to expand outside of Guyana in the near future. Their previous projects have been completed in Guyana, however, they have had meetings with individuals in India and elsewhere in the Caribbean. The Green Dupatta Charity members attend fairs in the summer such as the Unionville Street Festival, and the Durham Caribbean Festival, where they offer henna and face painting. While these services are free for those who attended the festivals, donations are accepted as well as awareness is spread. As of right now, this is where the public will be able to locate and donate to the Green Dupatta organization. They also accept donations via their website. Sustaining a charitable organization can be a very difficult task. There are business technicalities that are to be completed – some many are not too familiar with. In addition to, raising enough money to be helpful and consistent for the projects that are in process. Nirmala shared the difficulties of maintaining an organization and what struggles that she had to overcome. She said that one of the most challenging parts of running a charitable organization was the fact that she was not from a business background. She said that the entire process continues to be “a big learning curve” whether it’s with organizing events or doing paperwork for the establishment. Nirmala admitted that “it can be hard to keep up the momentum” when referring to receiving donations and making a change. The busier time for the Green Dupatta organization is typically around the end of the year when the gala is held. Although there are events that members of the organization attend, and that there are donations being made various ways over the
year, Nirmala said that there is always a bit more hope in the air around the time of the gala. The Green Dupatta organization celebrated its fifth anniversary with the annual Green Dupatta Charity Gala on November 19th, 2018. From its first year having only 80 attendees, the gala filled an entire banquet hall with over 100 people. The gala is a night of entertainment, including talented artists from the West Indian community in Toronto, mainly focusing on the youth members. The event is family friendly, as Nirmala likes to focus on the importance of inclusivity especially within the family. “West Indian people, we always do things together as a family”, Nirmala explained, especially partying and having fun. The intentional move of the youth focus was done to showcase the incredible talent, hard work, and dedication that exist within the younger generation through music. This year, the 5th annual Green Dupatta Gala’s entertainment included dance numbers from children of all ages, choreographed by Iconic Dance Studio, as well as multiple vocal performances from youth in the community. A live band performance led by Devin Ramoutar also filled the evening. Along with music, the night consisted of games, raffle prizes, and networking. Green Dupatta’s mission is focused on community building and urban development, striving to provide communities around the world with means to sustainable agriculture. In addition to their international work, Green Dupatta contributes to the local community by educating youth on the importance of sustainable energy and the creation of a global community.
Ryerson University’s G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education to begin offering courses in Brampton ELLEN ROCKSON ellen@carib101.com
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Whether you’re a gamer, the quote on quote computer geek or anyone trying to find their niche, you may find yourself cracking some codes at the new Ryerson Campus. On Jan.14, 2019 cybersecurity will be the first course that students are able to enroll in at Ryerson University’s G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. Cybersecurity is a way to protect your computer’s hardware, software, and data from unauthorized access and attacks such as viruses. From this course, students will have the opportunity to gain a certificate in Computer Security and Digital Forensics. They will build crucial and professional skills that will help them land a job within the technology field. Many people including Mayor Linda Jeffery have been sharing their excitement towards this new milestone for the city
of Brampton and Ryerson, “Together, the City of Brampton and Ryerson will change the face of education in our city.” Jeffery said. Since jobs in this field are high in demand it is important that students are well trained enough to handle the present and future troubles they may face with cybersecurity. “We are very much looking forward to bringing these crucial course offerings to the Brampton community and to preparing the next wave of technology-sector workers for the future challenges of cybersecurity,” said Dr. Marie Bountrogianni who is the dean of the new school. Councilor Jeff Bowman also believes that students will thrive from this course, “The Chang School programming, and future plans for the downtown, present great opportunities for our highly diverse and talented residents to build professional skills for in-demand jobs.” Bowman said. Aside from cracking codes and science-based programs, the school will also offer various business courses and experimental learning. Marie Nkusi, a 21-year-old currently enrolled in the economics and finance program at the Ryerson’s Yonge street campus finds the new university to be a good change, “It’s cool that Brampton
is investing in a University instead of your typical college, I think it will help spice up Brampton’s downtown scene and make it more fun,” Nkusi said. The University will be located in downtown Brampton on the south-east corner of Church Street West and Mill Street North. This location is especially prime for students that take public transit since it is located adjacent from the downtown Brampton terminal. The school will include a library, innovation hub, and a specialized cybersecurity institute. Classes for the cybersecurity course will take place in the West Tower on George Street in downtown Brampton. They will be held every Monday and Thursday. The city of Brampton, Ryerson University and Sheridan College are continuing to strongly work together to make their presence known in downtown Brampton. A new business incubator in downtown Bampton is also in the works and is expected to also be open in 2019. For more information on Brampton’s University check out: www.brampton.ca/university If you would like to learn more about the cybersecurity course or are interested in enrolling you can visit: https:// ce-online.ryerson.ca
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Stopping Youth Violence before it Starts ALYSSA MAHADEO alyssa@carib101.com
TC REPORTER
Continued From Page 1 -- Recognized by the city for the much-needed work that he has dedicated his time, Ron was invited to be a speaker at the Safe City 2018 Crime Prevention Conference on Tuesday, November 20th, 2018 at the Corporate Event Centre in Mississauga. Safe City Mississauga is a registered charitable organization founded in 1992 to help reduce criminal opportunity and criminal victimization in Mississauga. Established in 2010, the Crime Prevention Conference is an annual event presented by Safe City Mississauga. The conference gathers together police, government officials, educators, social workers, crime prevention practitioners, and community organizations to discuss best practices for crime prevention, and to determine how to implement these practices to make our communities safer. “They exist specifically to address issues of crime and violence, by running workshops and conferences to bring awareness to the issues surround-
ing violence and run programs for youth to ensure they are taking the right path to avoid crime and violence,” Ron explains. Ron says that organizations like the CACD that work with ‘at risk youth’ are drawn to these conferences to be aware of what the challenges and issues are and what can be done to minimize crime and violence within the city. Ron’s strong passion for social action and community building has won him numerous awards and recognition. He was recognized by former Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion for his exemplary work in community development. Prior to the Safe City Conference, he submitted a presentation proposal and was selected to be a speaker at the conference on Tuesday. His presentation was based on Youth Violence Prevention: Crime Prevention Through Social Development (CPTSD) Approach. In his presentation, Ron focused on the causes of youth violence, where it starts and also how his organization is working to transform communities by implementing preventative measures in the lives of youth who are deemed ‘at risk.’ “CACD model is a Crime Prevention through Social Development (CPTSD) approach. CPTSD argues that the best method of crime prevention is through addressing its underlying root causes in the community and in the in-
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dividual,” Ron explains in his presentation. “Underneath the healthy, welladjusted, upwardly mobile youth is a host of social factors, each contributing to the success of the individual by opening up opportunities and providing them with the skill set they need to succeed in life.” The presentation covered a background on youth violence which results in short and long-term negative outcomes for youth, their friends, families, and communities. It affects a communities economic health, as well as individuals’ physical and mental health and well-being.’ “I was drawn to issues that are broader than just Mississauga because some of the situations that we hear about in Toronto are happening just the same here in Mississauga and also in Brampton, it’s just a matter of scale and that is something that is expected,” Ron shares. “With larger cities, there tend to be more social issues that come to the surface.” In his presentation, Ron reviewed some of the roots of youth violence that stems from poverty, racism, family issues, issues in the education system, health, community design, and underlying issues in the justice system. Through his presentation, Ron proposed four research-based strategies: partnership should include government, faith, community, business,
media, foundation, and research and an approach that sees: combinations of Prevention, Intervention, and Response (Enforcement and Re-Entry) Violence Prevention Strategies included promoting safe and supportive home environments, work with schools to proactively prevent violence through prevention programming and school climates that foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging among students. Organizing the community to reduce risks and increase protective factors and advocate with systems to address social conditions and improve system practices related to violence. The goal of youth violence prevention is simple—to stop youth violence from happening in the first place. But as we all know, “the solutions are as complex as the problem”. Prevention should address all types of influences on youth violence: individual, relationship, community, and society. “Consequently,” Ron concludes. “We as members of the community need to work together to break the cycle of poverty and hopelessness—which are often the root causes of violence. We need to address this urgent public safety issue in our community through a comprehensive, full scale, long-term approach to violence prevention. Indeed, we need your help, it can’t be just those who are burning themselves out - they need the support of the community, they need you.”
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Three intercepted with guns, ammo on Princess Street GUYANA -- Acting on a tip-off, police ranks on Monday afternoon arrested three men who were intercepted in a silver grey Toyota Premio motorcar with two firearms with matching ammunition on Princess Street in the city. Police also recovered a pair of car tags with the registration number PRR 4987. Reports are that around 1700hrs on Monday, police ranks went to Princess and High Street, in the vicinity of Infiniti Gas Station where they intercepted the motorcar which bears registration number HC 5573. The car was was driven by a taxi driver of South Sophia and two other men, including a miner of South Amelia’s Ward, Linden and a taxi driver of West Ruimveldt Housing Scheme were arrested by the ranks.
Reports are that a search was conducted on the men but nothing prohibited was found.However,a search of the motor car was conducted in their presence by one of the police ranks who found two firearms , including a black and silver 9mm Pistol with its serial number filed out and which had a magazine of 12 rounds of matching ammunition. Police also found a black .32 Taurus pistol with a magazine of 7 matching rounds of ammunition. The guns were wrapped in a black vest under the driver’s seat of the car. The men were told of the offence and escorted to the Ruimveldt Police Station where they were placed in custody and awaiting charges. - Guyana Chronicle
President’s public engagements reduced GUYANA -- President David Granger, consistent with advice from his team of specialist doctors at the Centro de Investigaciones Medico Quirugicas (CIMEQ) in Havana, Cuba, continues to take precautionary measures in light of his recent diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. As such, due to his continued treatment, the Head of State’s public engagements have been reduced. Nevertheless, President Granger continues to perform his duties. The President and his wife, Mrs. Sandra Granger, returned to Guyana from the Republic of Cuba on November 20, 2018, after spending
approximately three weeks there. Given the diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, the President’s medical team performed a number of medical interventions including the first round of chemotherapy treatment. The President has responded well to the treatment and was given approval to return to Guyana. President Granger once again expresses profound gratitude to all those who sent their well-wishes for his full and complete recovery. - Guyana Chronicle
Cargo boat sinks in Waini River GUYANA -- The captain and crew of a Mabaruma-bound cargo vessel escaped with their lives early Sunday morning after the boat which was loaded with millions of dollars worth of goods capsized in the vicinity of the Waini River mouth in the North West District. The boat, the MV Shivita, was headed to Kumaka in the Mabaruma sub-region from a Water Street wharf in Georgetown. Those on board included Rupert Patterson of the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, Devon Marshall of Mahaicony , Andy Donald of Wales, West Bank Demerara and Devon Conners of Mabaruma. Patterson was listed as the vessel’s captain. The vessel is owned by a businesswoman whose name was given as “Nanda” of Mahaicony on the East Coast of Demerara and reports are that the incident occurred during the wee hours of Sunday morning. Persons at Mabaruma told the Guyana Chronicle that distress messages were sent by crew members early on Sunday morning around 04:30hrs that the boat was on its side and sinking quickly.
Other reports are that the vessel was resting on its side on a mudflat when rescuers, including Coast Guard ranks stationed at Mabaruma, arrived at the location. Business persons from Kumaka also hurried to the location on Sunday to assist; their goods sunk by this time. A Kumaka businesswoman related that she received the news around 06:00hrs on Sunday. She said that she does not usually hire the vessel to transport her goods, but she noted that the Transport and Harbours Department ferries are in the city and would not arrive at Mabaruma for her to sell her goods in time for Christmas. The incident was one of several in recent years in which privately hired vessels sank outside the coastland while en route to the North West District from Georgetown. Sources reported that the rough waters coupled with heavy winds were the main contributing factors to such incidents. - Guyana Chronicle
Jilted footballer goes berserk GUYANA -- A 19 year old national footballer has allegedly crashed his ex-girlfriend motor car and riddled it with bullets because she refused to take him back. According to reports, Jobe Caesar and the victim, Mealisa Joseph, shared a relationship which was said to be abusive. It is alleged that prior to the ordeal, the woman had made several attempts to end the relationship, but Caesar would make threats to her to which reports have been filed with the police. The victim explained that on the night of the incident, she and Caesar had an argument after she had begged him to leave her alone and to desist from coming to her house. “I keep telling him I don’t want him and he kept knocking me in front of my children,” the woman told the Guyana Chronicle. She explained that Caesar stormed her
Albert and Charlotte Street home, picked up her car keys and then ran out of the house. He returned at about 03:30h on Sunday and she (Joseph) refused to let him into the home after he threatened to harm her. The teen reportedly became annoyed and went back into the car and drove it into a nearby post. He then came out and allegedly pulled out a firearm and discharged several rounds at the vehicle before making good his escape. Joseph explained that during the incident she became fearful and locked her children in the bedroom. Also, that during the ordeal the teen told her that “he can’t live without her and if he can’t get her, then the burial ground will.” “I’m fed up of this boy he always knocking and threatening me” she stressed. The police are currently investigating the matter. - Guyana Chronicle
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123 graduate with MBAs GUYANA -- Some 123 students graduated from the Nation’s School of Business and Management with their Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Degrees. Addressing the graduates at their graduation ceremony held at the Pegasus Hotel on Sunday was Director of the School of the Nations Dr. Brian O’Toole, who noted that these students are among some of the best and brightest. The students were involved in programmes offered by the Association of Business Executives (ABE), the Australian Institute of Business and the University of London. According to O’Toole, the grades of some of the students were among some of the top globally. Acknowledging that the students have successfully completed one phase of their lives, the director said: “What I would like to see is that we produce a body that becomes the voice of business of Guyana.” This body, he explained, must encompass local business persons who can firmly tell the government what strategies must be undertaken and detail what is needed to foster business. This is paramount, especially as Guyana readies to become a petroleum-producing nation. Representative of the ABE, Kereesa Carrington Nunez, posited “Nations school has such an amazing number of students, your academic achievements in the Region today are almost second to none.” She however told the graduates that it is now time to take what they have learnt and use it to make their country better. “I believe in each of us there is something quite special,” she affirmed and noted that none would be better qualified to contribute to Guyana’s
economy that a cadre of Guyanese professionals. “You have not only achieved, but have gained more responsibility to contribute to Guyana,” Carrington Nunez said. “Graduating today is only the start, because we will look to you to solve problems; we will look to you for solutions; and we will look to you for that right you have earned to contribute to society.” And in contributing to society, Dr. O’Toole highlighted that many students who have studied at the university went on to become prominent persons in the local job sector. But for him, all citizens must continue to better themselves. “As we are entering a new economic reality in Guyana, with the recent oil discoveries, qualifications are therefore becoming more and more essential,” he stressed. As such, O’Toole related that the school is in the process of initialising 12 new Masters’ programmes- including Journalism, Psychology and Business and Finance. In addition to this lot of business persons graduating with their MBAs, 10 students graduated with their Bachelor’s Degrees in Law and another 87 students graduated with diplomas in various business disciplines. Valedictorian of the MBA programme, Camille Bulkan, acknowledged that the road towards success had not been an easy one, but she is elated that she and all of her peers persevered. According to her, many of the graduates had to contend with studying as they also had to manage their families and jobs. Nevertheless, they have all succeeded and will now contribute to Guyana. - Guyana Chronicle
Upper Mazaruni youth hold congress GUYANA -- Minister of Public Affairs Mrs. Dawn Hastings-Williams last Friday declared open the annual Upper Mazaruni District Youth Congress, where she urged participants to excel. During the opening ceremony, Minister Hastings-Williams handed over a number of sound and musical equipment, as well as sports gear to the youth on behalf of President David Granger. She told the participants that the provision of equipment is a demonstration of the government’s commitment to the development of the nation’s youth. The three-day event, which was held at Kako Village, Cuyuni-Mazaruni (Region Seven) and aimed at allowing the Adventist youth to collectively fellowship, assess performance and be part of fun activities, was hosted by the Guyana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Minister Hastings-Williams commended the participants for their commitment to participate in the annual congress. “You are Pathfinders leading the way… leading others. I want to encourage you, as you are
young, to use your energy to pass on the word of God and to make a difference,” she added. Meanwhile, the Guyana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Youth Director, Pastor Marvin Smith said he was pleased with the number of participants at this year’s youth congress, noting that participation has increased significantly over the years. “This year is a historic year for the Upper Mazaruni…when you come to this activity you never leave the same. You are investing your time and your money, you cannot come here and remain the same, I believe after your investment God will do something great in your lives,” Pastor Smith said. This year’s congress was held under the theme ‘Pass it on’. Youth from Georgetown, Kako, Phillipai, Jawalla, Waxcreek, Paruima, Waramadong, Kaikan, Arau, Maurak, as well as a visiting delegation from Venezuela all participated in the event, which featured an investiture ceremony and youth social. - Guyana Chronicle
Figueira new chair of PNCR Region branch GUYANA -- Fresh after dominating the other parties at the just concluded Local Government Elections, the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) Upper Demerara/Upper Berbice branch is gearing up to rally its base for 2020 and has elected a new chairman and executive to manage its affairs. Parliamentarian Jermaine Figueira was elected chairman when the party held its biannual conference on Saturday in Linden. Figueira has taken over from the now deceased PNCR stalwart Sandra Adams who was elected in 2016. Mr Deron Adams served in the interim as chairman since Adams’ death. Figueira will be assisted by his newly elected deputy and community activist Bernita Primo. The following persons were elected to the other executive positions: Regional Secretary, Leslie Gonsalves; Regional Treasurer, Charles Sampson; Regional Secretary/ Treasurer, Waneka Arrindell; Regional Representative to CEC, Jermaine Figueira and members of Regional Committee, Gordon Callender, Fern McKoy and Hugh Stephens. As the party prepares itself for 2020 general and regional elections the new executive committee is now tasked with the responsibility of steering the party’s comrades and the people of Linden into the campaign mode. Region 10 is the
heartland of the PNCR Meanwhile, the newly elected chairman described the elections as free and fair and noted that it highlights the high level of democracy that is practised by the PNCR. He expressed gratitude to all the comrades who expressed their confidence in him to serve in the role in which he promises to do without fear or favour, diligently and selflessly, traits that he believes have been portrayed in his several community and charitable ventures across the region. “The delegates would have seen my efforts, my contributions and my desire to see our people and community do better; and I am happy that they have elected me to this office and they will not regret it, those in Region 10 and the Central Executive of the PNCR.” Since the reintroduction of the regional conference, the PNCR has made many strides in the mining town and most evident of this was the refurbishing of its party office, thus transforming it into a modern edifice. The party has also increased its membership within the communities and has consolidated and strengthened its base amongst youths. - Guyana Chronicle
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National Cancer Treatment Centre opens in Kingston JAMAICA -- More Jamaicans can now access world-class cancer treatment with the opening of a National Cancer Treatment Centre at the St Joseph’s Hospital compound on Deanery Road in Kingston. It is the second such facility to be opened by the National Health Fund (NHF). The other, which was opened a year ago, is located at Cornwall Regional Hospital in Montego Bay, St James. The US$15-million ($860-million) stateof-the-art facility was officially opened Monday at a ceremony on the hospital’s compound. Of significance is that cancer patients will have access to treatment using state-of-the-art linear accelerators, a shift from cobalt radiation therapy. Medical authorities emphasise that the LINAC devices will increase the efficacy of cancer radiation treatment as well as accessibility to cancer care in Jamaica. Services include external beam radiation treatments, image-guided radiation treatment, intensity-modulated radiation treatment, and high-dose brachytherapy. Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton said Monday that cobalt machines were merely “making people feel good, but not saving as many lives as they should”. He said the centre could be considered a case study in the modernisation of public health infrastructure in Jamaica, as it demonstrates not only the possibilities in health care, but also the amount of work that has to be done to upgrade and expand infrastructure in the sector. The health minister said it is important to
recognise how advanced this technology is and the benefits for those who need it most. “This linear accelerator is considered to be one of the most advanced in the world, and Jamaica can claim credit to have this piece of the equipment in two locations,” he stated. But Tufton also emphasised efficient administration and provision of services to cancer patients, along with use of the equipment. He said training of personnel is critical to patients and the country reaping maximum benefits from the facility. “The training of those personnel, and partnering with the Cubans and others who came on board to work with us to meet the requirement so that the equipment can be administered was fundamental, and we have to continue the thrust along those lines,” the health minister said. Eight people are currently being trained in various cancer treatment disciplines to help staff at the centre. Tufton also emphasised that standards must be maintained. “As complicated as this equipment is, it can also be quite dangerous if the standards are not maintained to do what is necessary. We are talking about nuclear technology,” he said. He pointed out that sustainability is another critical component of the multimillion-dollar project. “It’s not cheap to operate this equipment, and those who need it most and cannot afford it will have access based on our commitment to univer-
sal access to health care” he said. The health minister indicated that the business model being developed under the proposed public-private partnership arrangement for St Joseph’s Hospital would therefore include a cost-recovery mechanism, while guaranteeing universal access to cancer treatment. Cancer is the second-leading cause of death, behind cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and heart attack. “Beyond prevention, you also have to invest in the curative side. And I believe what we have done over these many years is to effectively ensure that as a country we have the most modern equipment to deal with those unfortunate enough to be diagnosed with cancer… So we could declare today that Jamaica is adequately equipped on the curative side because of this very important piece of infrastructure,” he asserted. The NHF contributed $10 million to the overall cost of the project, while the Tourism Enhancement Fund put up US$1 million, and the CHASE Fund US$3.5 million. This was in addition to private sector donations. Chairman of the NHF, Everton Anderson noted Monday that it was a major undertaking, marked by extensive collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency and other entities, to ensure that all specifications and international standards were met.. - Jamaica Observer
Strong support for agency’s ‘Take a Child Home for Christmas’ JAMAICA -- In 2016, Trudy Dixon Frith and her family opened their home to a 14-year-old female ward of the State in response to a call by the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) for Jamaicans to ‘Take a Child Home for Christmas’. She tells JIS News that the experience was life-changing and one she will never forget. “As a family we always wanted to give back, to show kindness, so this experience has definitely changed our lives for the better. What should have been a one-week experience was extended to three weeks,” she tells JIS News. “She changed our views on a lot of things. I know we affected her but I think she affected us more,” she adds. The mother of two, who is pregnant with her third child, says, “This is something I will definitely do again.” Roxanne McKnight, who took a child into her home last year, tells JIS News that she heard about the programme on the radio and thought that it would be a good place to start the process to adopt. “My plan is to do it this year again and hope I get the same child, who was a three-yearold boy. I highly recommend this programme to everybody, for them to open their homes to a child
and use it as a first step to fostering or adopting a child,” she tells JIS News. The CPFSA’s ‘Take a Child Home for Christmas’ programme was originally created to encourage families with children in State care, but were unable to accommodate them full time, to take them home for the holiday period. However, over time it was extended to individuals with good moral standing, for example, people who have volunteered in childcare facilities and would be in the agency’s volunteer database. Director of the CPFSA South East Region, Robert Williams, tells JIS News that the objective is to enable a child, who is normally in a residential facility, to have the opportunity to spend the Christmas with a family. “A lot of Jamaicans have been opening their heart and homes to these children,” he says. People who are interested in participating in the programme are required to fill out an application form; provide two references from a notary public such as a police officer, justice of the peace or a school principal; provide two passportsize photographs and a valid identification; and must be 25 years old or older. “They must be a Jamaican, have no history of child abuse, be able to accommodate the child safely in their home and be willing to have the
CPFSA officers come into your home and do an assessment of your surroundings,” Williams explains. “This is a short-term residential programme. We must ensure that the person we are placing the children with is somebody who will not bring any harm to the child, and have the best interest of the child at heart, and so we have to do background checks to ensure that the applicants are upstanding,” he adds. Williams says the CPFSA has had repeat applicants and so far this year they have been receiving submissions from as early as October. “The support for the programme for the past three years has been very overwhelming; we are satisfied with the response. The persons who have expressed interest are those who are in a position to ensure that these children have a very enjoyable time during this period,” he says. For further information, interested individuals may visit any of the CPFSA regional offices (formerly the Child Development Agency) across the island. They can also call the CPFSA head office at 876-948-2841-2 or e-mail info@childprotection.gov.jm. The deadline for the submission of applications is Friday, December 7 at 3:00 pm. - Jamaica Observer
Education ministry doesn’t know what it’s doing, says Phillips JAMAICA -- Opposition Leader Dr Peter Phillips says the education system needs to be overhauled to ensure that students at all levels are exposed to the best opportunity to excel. Speaking at a fundraising event in Clarendon North Central on the weekend, Dr Phillips said from early childhood through to tertiary, every Jamaican child must be provided with full access to a good education. He said it is clear that the Ministry of Education does not know what it is doing, and this shows up very clearly in relation to the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) introduced by the ministry to replace GSAT. “Parents rightly feel that their children are being used as guinea pigs in a programme that has been inadequately prepared which condemns them to failure from the start,” Dr Phillips said. “Of the 37,500 students who sat the mock examination in June, only 583 (1 ½ per cent)
were deemed by the examiners to have mastered the subjects to the requirement of PEP.” Describing the secondary education system as virtual apartheid which discriminates against the majority, the opposition leader said there is one learning environment for the traditional high schools and those students’ average pass rate is five subjects. But …“In the non-traditional schools, which the majority attended, it is a totally different learning environment and those students only average two subjects. Worse, thousands of students attend schools for more than four years without passing a single subject and are left totally unprepared for the world of work or for further study. These young Jamaicans are at risk and vulnerable to a life of crime,” he said. Dr Phillips promised that the next People’s National Party (PNP) Government will establish the same learning environment in all sec-
ondary schools islandwide so that all students will have equal access to quality education. Regarding the recent announcement that 800 new students of The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona campus were facing deregistration for failing to pay their tuition fees, the opposition leader said the next PNP Government is going to ensure that tertiary education is affordable. “Under the next PNP Government, we will ensure that the repayment of student loans only begin when the student is employed and it is capped to a percentage of income,” he told his audience. He said parents at all levels are already burdened with the massive increases in the cost of living which came with the $31-billion tax package last year and can hardly cope with the cost of educating their children. - Jamaica Observer
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Thema hopes victory will inspire others TRINIDAD -- Lawyers representing gymnast The ma Williams say financial compensation was not the focus of her lawsuit against the T&T Gym nastics Federation (TTGF) over her failed 2016 Olympic campaign. Speaking to reporters outside the Hall of Justice in Port-of-Spain moments after High Court Judge Frank Seepersad ordered $200,000 in compensation in her case yesterday, Williams’ lawyer, Martin Daly, SC, suggested that the feder ation could have avoided the expense by admit ting its executive was biased in replacing her at an Olympic test event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in April 2016. “This case was never about money. We would have settled this case on the basis of a written apology but they would not give us one,” Daly said. “This case was about establishing that you are not allowed to take a child like this be cause she doesn’t belong to the right clique, and pelt she out. That is how I see it.” Daly noted that Seepersad agreed with them that a handful of the federation’s executive members acted with an “entrenched bias” against his client. Despite Daly’s statements on the in significance of the compensation in the case, Wil liams was seeking millions of dollars in damages for endorsement deals and a scholarship she said she would have secured if she had become the first person to represent T&T in gymnastics at
the Olympic Games. In his 60-page judgement, Seepersad said he could not uphold these claims as Williams was unable to produce concrete evidence over the potential lost deals. However, he still ruled she was entitled to $50,000 in compensation, as it could be inferred that her earning power would have increased with her participation in the Olym pics. “While no documentation to this effect was adduced, the court formed the view that such a circumstance was natural, logical and plausi ble,” Seepersad said. In addition to compensation for loss of opportunities, Seepersad also awarded her $150,000 in exemplary damages for the federa tion’s arbitrary conduct. “They acted in a manner which was characterised by a degree of blameworthiness, as their biases affected their judgement and they failed to factor into their deliberations the vulner ability of the claimant or the potential harm that a substitution decision could have occasioned,” Seepersad said. In a brief statement, Williams thanked God for the decision. She also suggested that her case may be benefic ial to other local athletes. “I hope it is a message to all federations in general over the effects that bias could have not just on the athletes but on the sport itself,” Williams said. As part of her lawsuit, Williams was
seeking to hold former TTGF presid ent David Marquez, vice-president Akil Wattley, Ricardo Lue Shue and his wife Donna personally liable in the case. While Seepersad noted that Williams was able to prove that Marquez and Wattley were biased against her and that the Lue Shues favoured her replacement Marissa Dick, he said there was no evidence that the group conspired to block Williams. “It appears that their predominant mo tive was to ensure that the country had effective representation in the test event and given their view as to the availability and state of readiness of the alternate, they proceeded to effect an un advised decision to replace the claimant,” he said. Seepersad spent a large portion of the judgement analysing the process used by the ex ecutive to vote on replacing Williams. According to the evidence in the case, their decision was largely based on a travel log from Williams’ coach John Geddert. In the log, Geddert revealed that Williams performed poorly at warm-up events. Seepersad noted that although the ex ecutive members acknowledged that they need ed more information from Geddert to determine if she should be withdrawn due to injury, they went ahead to prepare Dick without it. He noted that while Marquez claimed he tried unsuccessfully to call Geddart, telephone records showed that
the calls were made well after he and executive members ensured that Dick was available to make the last-minute trip. “The court formed the view that these defendants allowed their entrenched biases to cloud their judgement and they acted with undue haste, deprived themselves of the benefit of rele vant information and ultimately effected a flawed decision,” Seepersad ruled. He also noted that the federation also did not consult with its physiotherapist who was with Williams in Brazil. As part of the decision, Seepersad granted a 28day stay of the judgement and ordered the fed eration to pay Williams’ legal costs for bringing the action. Attorney Ronnie Bissessar asked Seepersad to order Williams to pay the legal costs against the executive members as her claims against them failed. Daly suggested that Seepersad should make no order in relation to them as he found that they had acted with bias. Seepersad reserved the matter to give the parties time to file submissions on the issue. The federation executive members were also represented by Ramesh Lawrence Ma haraj, SC, while Keith Scotland appeared along side Daly. Justin Junkere represented the federa tion. - Trinidad Guardian
Energy Ministry hunts 50 engineering grads TRINIDAD -- Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley says the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries Franklin Khan is on the hunt for 50 engineering graduates to fill specialist roles within the ministry. Rowley made the announcement as he delivered the feature address at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ (IEEE) Festschrift Conference at the Hyatt Regency on Monday evening. Speaking to the crowd of engineering practitioners and revered specialists, Rowley said taxpayers had invested a lot of money in the younger generation, but despite many of them at taining their qualifications they are lost within the
system and many are now employed. “We have a lot of engineers in this country who you (taxpayers) paid for, in a variety of universities, who are left under the floor and left to wither somewhere,” the PM said. “I have instructed the Minister (of Ener gy)…using the skills of a former permanent secre tary, who’s volunteering, to go look in the system and see where we have abandoned these peo ple. “Some of them with the best training coming from the best universities in the world and wind up abandoned, ignored or frustrated somewhere in Trinidad and Tobago or worse; would have been driven out of Trinidad and Tobago as a result of
lack of appreciation.” He said Khan was instructed to give these new recruits specialist positions so that they may develop the necessary skills to take the country forward. The PM said he hopes this venture will be able to unearth the country’s next Professor Kenneth (Ken) Julien, whom he described as a key player responsible for developing Trinidad and Tobago to where it has reached today. Julien was also honoured at the event. Rowley also said he will be attending a two-day meeting of the Caricom Single Market Economy (CSME) at the Hyatt Regency next week. The
key conversation at the meeting, he explained, will be allegations by other members that Trinidad and Tobago has an unfair advantage in Caricom which needs to be addressed. He said Caricom counterparts were complaining that T&T manu facturers were getting an unfair advantage be cause of cheap energy prices they were being afforded here. “I don’t know what would be the out come of that meeting but Trinidad and Tobago has forced that conversation on the heads of Caricom.” - Trinidad Guardian
Lawyers to decide on CJ probe next month TRINIDAD -- The Law Association is likely to make a decision on the allegations against Chief Justice before year’s end. The membership of the law body in tends to meet on December 11 to examine its report on misconduct allegations against Chief Justice Ivor Archie and decide if to pursue further action in the new year - or not. Guardian Media confirmed the situation on Monday after the Association sent out a notice to members calling for a special general meeting on December 11. This will be to consider the re port of the committee of the Council appointed to ascertain/substantiate the allegations against the Chief Justice. The meeting will be held at 3 pm at the Hyatt Recency, in Port-of-Spain. President of the association, Douglas Mendes SC, said the meeting “is what the notice said it will be” - to examine the report on the CJ.
At the meeting, LATT membership will also consider the advice of QCs Dr Francis Alexis and Eamon Courtenay and “direct the Council as to the course of action to be taken, if any.” The report will mark the completion of LATT’s probe on the situation concerning Archie. The report and LATTs probe which began on the matter earlier this year had not been completed before Archie filed legal action against LATT. This was eventually overturned by the Privy Council. Guardian Media confirmed the upcom ing membership meeting will seek to decide how to move on the issue going forward: whether to pursue action in the New Year or not. Only prac titioner members will be allowed to attend and vote. The December meeting is the latest de velopment in the issue which has been hanging since last November following several articles al leging misconduct against Archie.
The controversy surrounding Archie arose late last year in a series of newspaper re ports which accused Archie of attempting to per suade the judges to change their State-provided security in favour of a private company in which his friend and convicted fraudster Dillian Johnson worked. Archie was also accused of attempting to fast-track Housing Development Corporation (HDC) applications for Johnson, who has been convicted of fraud. Late last year, Johnson fled to the Unit ed Kingdom after he was wounded at a shooting at his home. The allegations put the head of the ju diciary and the body representing the legal fra ternity on a legal collision course - on whether the matter could be probed by LATT- for most of the year. There were also calls including from the Opposition for Government to trigger Section 137
(3). That allows the Prime Minister to communi cate with the President triggering impeachment proceedings on whether a judge should be re moved from office. The government has not ac ceded to the demand but had indicated along the way, it was watching the situation “unfold.” In January, LATT invited Archie to re spond to a list of allegations which, its Council Committee felt were “suffic iently substantiated to justify requesting a response.” Archie’s attorneys felt LATT had no power to conduct the enquiry. At the ceremonial opening of the law term in September, Archie broke his silence on the allegations deeming them false and unsub stantiated. While he did not take legal action against the author of the claims, he warned he may do so in future. - Trinidad Guardian
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Self-Care and a whole lot of Love with Love Care Naturals Self-Care is one of the most important aspects of our lives, whether we accept this or not. Love Care Naturals is a Toronto based bath and body company aimed focusing on helping clients start their self-care journey from the core essentials, such as soap, moisturizers and lip balms. The face and the name behind the brand is company CEO, Shenique Salmon who takes pride in managing and producing all of the Love Care products. All the items are all natural and handcrafted reflecting Salmon’s personal interests of spreading love and care towards her client’s busy lives. “Love Care Naturals is like my baby right now and it really prides itself on all the products being hand-crafted with love, care, and natural ingredients, that’s where I got the name from and through the business, I would like to promote self-care and self-love.” December 2018 will mark Salmon’s one-year anniversary since launching Love Care, but the idea and the concept was something she held on to for years. Salmon explained her personal interest in lip care, specifically lip balms. As she would look in the stores to find brands that would fit her needs, something was always off, some would have moisture but no shine or vice versa, generally products
that left her feeling unsatisfied. Salmon eventually decided on one lazy summer day last year to make her own lip balm. Despite it being a lot of work and testing various recipes, Salmon came up with a recipe and a resulting lip balm that she fell in love with and so did her friends and family. From there, the idea of her business grew, and Salmon was able to uniquely tie her profession as a social worker with her brand. Through her products Salmon hopes to cater self-care and self-love, it’s a similar understanding and flow of communication being a social worker and interacting with various people and is reflected in Salmon’s products. “It’s a lot of hard work and I feel like with a lot of entrepreneurs we see the glitz and the glam of the final product but we don’t see the hard work of what they put in.” Salmon has dedicated herself to her work and to building up her products bit by bit. Currently, Love Care Naturals offers lip care and body care products. The all-natural lip balms are meant to repair and restore moisture to lips. There are three different scents available, Winter Bliss, Summer Kiss, and classic Cocoa lip balm. As the names would imply for the other two, Winter Bliss contains ingredients to help battle the harsh winter and the drying effects it can have on our lips.
Base ingredients include beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil, and vitamin E. Summer Kiss alternatively add a splash of mango butter to its ingredient list. All lip balms are priced at CAD $2.50 and can make the perfect stocking stuffers. In terms of the body care items. Love Care offers hydrating and exfoliating products which include a ginger-lime or a charcoal loofah soap, two different types of bath bombs, invigorating minty goodness and calming lavish lavender, as well as two body scrubs, exfoliating oats, and a refreshing lemonade body scrub. One of Salmon’s best sellers is her massage body butter that moisturizes the body and helps with scars and stretch marks. The rich texture of the butter also helps with dry winter skin and other skin issues such as eczema. Salmon is continually coming up with more product ideas and refreshing scents for her customers. Love Care also offers the option of creating gift baskets and packages for special occasions and especially for the upcoming holidays. There are also bundles available on her site, which includes 4oz versions of her body scrubs. There are currently three pre-made boxes that customers can choose from: a Self Love box, including a massage butter, two lip balms, two bath
bombs and a choice of a loofah and body scrub. The special Holiday box is suited for both men and women and includes all the elements that focus on self-care and well-being. It includes one 8oz version of a body scrub, a choice of bath bomb, one lip balm and a choice of loofah soap. Salmon takes care in crafting these boxes herself and allows small room for alterations as well as custom basket orders given the appropriate time frame. The final Deluxe box is just that, deluxe and includes a bit of everything, ensuring that customers don’t miss out on all of her wonderful products. Love Care Naturals is a great gift for the holidays whether to yourself or someone that you know is in need of a bit of self-care. Orders are usually shipped within 3 days and contact can be made on Salmon’s website, lovecarenaturals. com where you can send a custom message and explore the pricing of the various products and gift baskets. So, indulge a little, live a little and take care of yourself a whole lot, because you always come first. Written by Leanne Benn Toronto Caribbean Reporter
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She has given us great music. Whether the songs she’s delivered time and time again, have made it to the mainstream soca circuit in Trinidad and Tobago, is another story. For Terri Lyons, her fight to maintain the true sound of the Soca genre, is more important. She believes we’re losing the essence of what Soca is, altering the sound a bit too much, something she says will have adverse effects for the culture of Trinidad and Tobago, in years to come. Ebuzztt.com spoke with the younger of SuperBlue’s two daughters in entertainment, recently. She admitted that evolution, while often hard to accept, is essentially inevitable, but lamented that while much is changing about Soca music’s sound, the attitude of the population when it comes to accepting the genre’s worth and that of the artistes who give so much of themselves, to keep it going, is not changing. “One thing that isn’t changing much is
our attitude toward our own culture- to us, to keeping our heritage and history alive,” said the younger Lyons. She wants the people of Trinidad and Tobago particularly, to defend the genre more. Lyons is also calling on the powers that be, to play a more instrumental role in influencing the youth from a young age, to appreciate the culture of the country. “Every school in T&T should have a pan room- a properly sound proofed pan room. That is our national instrument. That is something we should have. We have no respect,” said a passionate Lyons. The young mother of one who doubles up as a frontline vocalist with Nadia Batson’s all female band, SASS, says while many people would not want to hear what she has to say on this topic, she feels Trinidad and Tobago places more effort on promoting foreign artists that they do, their own. “A lot is changing but again I say, the attitude toward our own culture, isn’t. There is just too much back biting in the industry and a lack of appreciation for the artistes,” she argued. Terri has released a new single with Grenada’s Mr. Killa. The track which is called, “Wey Yuh Dey” is described as a call for all Caribbean people to show the rest of the world, just how hard islanders party. The track is laced with Afro
beats and rides the Afro Jab riddim. She certainly isn’t against collaborations and fusing the sounds of the Caribbean, but for Lyons, the heartbeat of Soca must not be sacrificed for global appeal. She says when it comes to the soca music genre, she feels there should be no compromises and the world should know it as Soca- regardless of how it’s spelt. She says any attempt to change the name of the genre, which was birthed in Trinidad and Tobago, is disrespectful and should never be accepted. Her only son, Mathias, a major driving force in her life, Terri is calling for more to be done in the school system in Trinidad and Tobago, to educate the impressionable youth on the history of T&T’s culture. “Kids in school need to be educated about our culture. They know more about Fetty Wap and Lil Uzi, than they know about Kitchener and Sparrow or Cro Cro, or Shadow. We have to start to educate the kids from young,” she pleaded. Lyons said it is sad that many of this country’s foundation artistes, on whose shoulders soca music was borne, are not being respected in the land of their birth. “We talk a lot of big talk about this and that, but the people in charge really aren’t doing anything,” she said.. - EBuzzTT
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Holiday gift pools: five great reasons to opt for collective gift giving There are a number of reasons, financial and otherwise, to team up with friends, family members or co-workers for your Christmas shopping. Here are five of them. 1. YOU SAVE MONEY Pooling together to buy a gift is an especially good option when the recipient lives in another city. You’ll save money on the costs for packaging, transport and, if shipping internationally, then duties as well. 2. YOU SAVE TIME You and the others involved in the pool will spend less time figuring out what to buy by brainstorming as a team. You’ll also be able to divvy up the work involved in re-
searching, purchasing and sending the gift. 3. YOU CAN GIVE A MORE ORIGINAL GIFT Make use of each person’s creative talents to craft a Christmas present that’s handmade or highly personalized. Or, if you plan to buy something from the store, simply put your heads together to come up with a truly unique gift. 4. YOU CAN GIVE A MORE EXTRAVAGANT GIFT Pooling resources means having a larger budget for the gift you buy. You’ll have the option of spending more to get something beyond what you could afford on your own. This might be a sophisticated gadget, a new home appliance or even a spa weekend 5. YOU’LL AVOID GIVING DUPLICATE GIFTS There’s nothing quite as awkward as giving the same gift to Uncle Bob as your cousin Jane. Working together ensures that there will be no duplicates.
Four gift ideas for the cook on your list Friends and family members who love to cook are a blessing. Not only do they spoil us with their culinary creations but they’re also exceedingly easy to buy for. Here are four great gifts that are sure to please the cook on your Christmas list. 1. A GOURMET FOOD BASKET Give them a food basket assembled especially for them, with their favourite cheese, spices, oils, wine — you name it. Alternatively, you might put together a basket of local or artisanal products or even one that plays upon a unique theme; say, orange food products, if this is their favourite co-
lour, or Italian foods if they happen to have a trip to Rome coming up. 2. A PERSONALIZED KITCHEN ACCESSORY Enlist a local shop or craftsperson to add a personal touch to the kitchen item you’re giving. It could be a thoughtful phrase, a funny remark or simply the person’s name. You can personalize a wide range of items, including aprons, oven mitts, cutting boards and serving trays. 3. A SPECIALIZED COOKING COURSE Have you spotted a penchant for cake making, sushi rolling or Moroccan cuisine in your favourite foodie? Enrol them in a specialty course so that they can cultivate their passion into an art form. 4. ASSORTED SPICES If the cook on your list has an adventurous streak, get them an assortment of rare spices to stimulate their creativity — and their taste buds! If you’re travelling abroad before the holiday season, consider picking up some out-of-town flavours along the way.
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Three types of gifts that are perfect for college students Are you struggling to decide what to get a college or university student for the holidays? Here are a few ideas to help you choose a gift that’s sure to delight — or at least be useful to — the student in your life. 1. FOOD Many students living on their own for the first time struggle to find room in their hectic schedules and limited budgets to eat properly. Consider giving a student an assortment of healthy, pre-prepared meals or gift cards for the restaurants near their campus. Plastic containers for storing food, reusable water bottles and portable mugs for transporting tea and coffee are also ideal gifts.
3. ENTERTAINMENT If you’d rather give a gift that’s a little more fun, choose something to help the student you’re buying for unwind. Concert tickets, a day-pass to the spa or gift cards to popular entertainment venues — like the local movie theatre — are presents that most students will appreciate. In addition to all the above, clothing can also be a good choice. Just be sure to stick to basics that will suit nearly any style. This way you’ll ensure that your items don’t get returned to the store.
2. SCHOOL SUPPLIES Students need a variety of materials to keep up with their studies: backpacks, laptops, pens, pencils, textbooks, highlighters and so on. Consider giving the student in your life one or more high-quality notebooks or a professional-looking backpack that they can continue to use after graduation. Another great gift for students? Noise-cancelling headphones. They’re perfect for studying during finals in a way that won’t disturb other students.
Gifts for a new mom If you have a new mom to shop for, you may want to buy her something for the little one. Don’t do it! She probably already has everything she needs, and she’ll likely be opening lots of baby-related gifts from other people. Instead, opt to get something just for her. • Restaurant gift card: moms can become so busy tending to the needs of their kids, they neglect to put together healthy meals for themselves. This Christmas, help the new mom in your life get a good meal or two from a restaurant she enjoys. Bonus points if the restaurant delivers! • Spa day: new moms don’t get much time to themselves, so encourage her to carve out a moment for herself with a gift certi-
ficate to a local spa for a massage, facial or manicure and pedicure. • E-reader: if she’s a bookworm, she probably misses the days of curling up with a good book. This type of device is light enough that she can read through marathon feeding sessions with baby and has enough storage to hold a whole library of books. • Babysitting: you don’t need to spend a lot of money to treat the new mom in your life. Offer to babysit the baby for a few hours so she can go on a date with her partner or even just take a nap. While gifts for baby are great, gifts for mom are even better. She’ll appreciate it more than you know.
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How to relieve the symptoms of shingles Shingles, or herpes zoster, is an infectious disease caused by the reactivation of the chicken pox virus. It’s characterized by a rash that appears along a nerve or nerve ganglion, usually on the chest or back. The resulting blisters can cause intense itchiness, diffuse pain and an acute burning sensation.
1. CHOOSE A LARGE ENOUGH DISPLAY Pick a full-sized tablet with at least a 25-centimetre (10-inch) display, especially if you have trouble seeing. A larger touchscreen is also more user-friendly and comfortable to use.
In addition to medication, there are certain things you can do to better manage the pain caused by shingles:
Nowadays, a vaccine is available to prevent shingles in people aged 50 and older. Ask your health-care provider if you’re a good candidate.
A career change at 50? Yes, it’s possible! There are many reasons that may prompt you to make a career change, regardless of your age or occupation. If you’re no longer happy in your current job, or if you sim-
ply feel the need to try something new, just know that it’s never too late to take that first step in a new direction. Here are a few tips to help you take the plunge. First off, it’s crucial that you take some time to think about your personal and professional values. Make sure to define short-, medium- and long-term goals as well: this will help you clarify your expectations and define exactly what you hope to get out of your future career. After you’ve put things into perspective, you’ll be able to determine whether you’d prefer to stay in the same line of work or make a more radical change, by going back to school, for example. Finally, if you’re even the slightest bit worried about the prospect of job hunting, remember: in addition to having a leg up on both maturity and experience, you’re also well aware of your strengths and weaknesses. And by now you know what truly motivates you!
Signs of age-related hearing loss to look out for Age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, is a form of gradual hearing loss associated with normal aging. Because it develops slowly over time, it can be difficult to recognize early on if you aren’t familiar with the symptoms. TELLTALE SYMPTOMS The first sign of age-related hearing loss is often difficulty hearing sounds at higher frequencies, such as the voices of women and children. Another early symptom is trouble understanding speech in loud or busy environments (e.g. restaurants
Three tips for finding a senior-friendly tablet In the market for a tablet computer? With so many makes and models available these days, finding the right one for you is no easy task. Here are three smart tips to help you choose a great tablet that suits your needs.
If you suspect you have shingles, seek medical attention as soon as possible: early detection is key to reducing both the severity of the disease and its potential complications. Depending on your situation, you doctor might prescribe antiviral medication or painkillers.
• Wear loose clothing to prevent friction in affected areas • Use moist compresses to reduce the burning sensation • Apply a calamine-based lotion to curb itchiness • Get as much rest as you can and try to relax (meditate, read, or listen to music, for instance)
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or shopping malls). It’s also common for people in the early stages of hearing loss to speak louder than usual without noticing, ask others to repeat themselves a lot, or watch TV at an excessively loud volume. Age-related hearing loss can also cause a buzzing or ringing sensation in the ears (tinnitus) in addition to headaches and dizziness. TREATMENT Presbycusis is unfortunately irreversible, as it’s caused by normal degradation of the ears’ sensory cells.
However, various hearing aids and other devices can help amplify sounds and thus significantly improve hearing on an everyday basis. If you experience any of the aforementioned symptoms associated with age-related hearing loss, consult an auditory health specialist without delay. They will be able to offer you solutions according to your situation and your needs. People experiencing age-related hearing loss have a hard time hearing high-pitched noises.
2. PREFER A SIMPLE USER INTERFACE Not entirely comfortable with computers and the like? Choose a tablet that runs on a simple operating system featuring familiar icons and a straightforward layout. Don’t hesitate to try out several different models in store to find the one you like best. 3. THINK FUNCTIONALITY Make sure that the tablet you settle on is up-to-date with the latest technologies and has all the capabilities that you’re looking for. If you wish to be able to contact your loved ones via email or video chat, play games, or take photos, for example, choose a device that will allow you to do so with ease. Finally, think ahead by making sure the brand of tablet you choose offers a solid technical support service. Happy shopping!
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What’s your favorite yoga pose? TRISHA CURLING
trishacurling@carib101.com
YOGA SPECIALIST
Q: What’s your favorite yoga pose? If you ask me that same question, I will say Wild Thing, and then I will say Pigeon, and then I will say Wheel. That list does not even tell you all of my favorites. My point is, I can’t narrow it down to just one, because at different times, for different reasons, each pose provides something new and different for me. There are days when all of those poses feel possible and others
when they feel more challenging to me. I am going to give you my final answer at the end though, so keep reading. Yes, yoga is a lot more than poses, but I want to take a look at the poses for what they are and how they serve us. I have to say that a huge part of my attraction to yoga was the physicality of the poses. I was always active growing up and enjoyed dancing. Yoga was so much like dance to me. The vinyasa style, in particular, seemed to be this endless stream of poses connected together by breath. The people that I saw practicing looked strong and I wanted that too. I thought if this is the only attraction at first, then who cares? With a body that seemed to be withering away when I had abandoned physical activity for some years, yoga became something that I was once again
drawn to for the physical benefits. It was not the only “tool” I used to heal, because it takes a more holistic approach, but it definitely had a major hand in my healing. If you are thinking about starting yoga, a great place to start is by starting with poses that you love. After being away from it for many years, I could only handle a few poses at a time. I would only practice for about 10 min. per day. I would repeat the same poses over and over again because this is just what I knew and with each day, the poses began to feel REALLY GOOD in my body. My practice time began to increase not only because I learned new poses, but because I began to be able to challenge myself a lot more. I began to love new poses and how they made me feel. I started to understand which poses I needed on different days and they became
my “favorites” for that day. I wasn’t even ready for the benefits to the mind. I gained peace, time for reflection, time to just feel like myself again. There’s a lot more to say here, but let’s look at why we might stop ourselves from receiving these benefits. Don’t hesitate to start, don’t stop yourself because you think you are not flexible or strong enough. Don’t stop yourself because you think you are too old or have too many injuries. Yoga meets you where you are and if you open the gate to one aspect (which may be the poses first) you open yourself up to all of the benefits it has to offer. There is always a way, a style, a breathing technique among other things that are ready for you. Q: What is your favorite pose? A: Who cares, do the one(s) that serve YOU.
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Your mind has been made up for you; Are you okay with that? SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com
HUMAN SPECIALIST “No serious sociologist any longer believes that the voice of the people expresses any divine or specially wise and lofty idea. The voice of the people expresses the mind of the people, and that mind is made up for it by the group leaders in whom it believes and by those persons who understand the manipulation of public opinion.” (Edward Bernays) You may have to read this quote a few times for it to truly make sense. Please do because understanding this quote is imperative to understanding what this article is all about. When I first started writing for the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper, I was delighted that I would have the opportunity to use my passion for writing in a way that would help my community. This journey has been both startling and disturbing in some senses because I realize that media truly has a dark side. It is unfortunate that many of us ignore this reality, and are drawn to fake news, negative imagery and false propaganda. It is important that I bring light to the fact that many of us are unaware of how powerful the media
truly is, and how much it has a control over what we think and feel. We are unaware that there are powers that control and dictate not only how we think, but also how we feel. We are governed, our minds are molded, our tastes formed, our ideas suggested, largely by men we have never heard of. (Edward Bernays) I know that many of you truly believe that you are in control of your thoughts. It is a lofty belief that I have to challenge. Many of your egos will not be able to handle what I am prepared to deliver, and that is okay. My goal is to present this information in a way that alters the way you receive information from media sources. First things first, you have to really take in the fact that you are not in control. This can change, but it needs to be acknowledged. I have utilized quotes from Edward Bernays who happens to be the nephew of Sigmund Freud deemed to be the Father of Psychology. Edward Bernays studied his uncle’s work and learned how to use the media to control people’s thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. His book ‘Propaganda’ became infamous and has been studied by communication and business students because it provides a comprehensive breakdown of exactly how he helped many popular companies make millions of dollars by manipulating the masses. “Men (people) are rarely aware of the real reasons which motivate their actions.” (Edward Bernays)
Are you aware of what truly motivates you? Edward Bernays proved in his book that many of us are not. We take on this, “I don’t care,” mentality and live our lives without a thought to why we do certain things. Why do we have to buy the latest iPhone? Why do we have to purchase our child the latest toy that comes out? Well, the answer is simple. The media suggests it, and you thoughtlessly follow the suggestion without a second thought. “It is asked whether, in fact, the leader makes propaganda, or whether propaganda makes the leader. There is a widespread impression that a good press agent can puff up a nobody into a great man.” (Edward Bernays) We glorify our sports heroes, follow Instagram stars and quote people who the media has presented as being credible or worthy of notoriety. What needs to be made clear is that these unseen forces, however, you would like to think of them, decide who is to become popular. This is the reason for this undeserved attention that is directed toward people who truly do not deserve the spotlight. My work at the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper is of great importance because I believe in their vision; it is a vision of delivering information that is meant to uplift the community and provide them with the resources needed to live productive and enjoyable lives. I hope that this article has been insightful, and I encourage you to like, share and comment on the information that has been delivered.
You are not alone this deep feeling, how do we move through it?
COLLEEN LINDBERG colleen@carib101.com
LIFESTYLE COACH
There are times in our lives where we get that feeling that we are alone. It might happen when all your family goes to bed, and you are left in the dark, sitting by yourself and you feel this sensation that you are alone. It could happen when you are at work surrounded by people. It could happen anywhere really. It happened to me just recently on my trip to California as I sat in my new place where I knew no one, this overwhelming feeling of being alone coming over me. It’s not something I have ever felt before, but I believe it’s something that we as humans feel, some of us more than others. In reality, we are never alone. There are always people around us that are there to support us. We just sometimes forget this. So, when we are in this position, inside
Here are some tips that have helped me: 1. Reach out to someone in your life. A friend, family member or even trusted colleague to talk to. Sometimes just hearing someone else’s voice will help you to remember that you are not alone. If they are a funny person, that’s even better as they could help lift your state of mind. This might be your last resort as you don’t want people to know that you are feeling this way but trust me, they have probably been there before and are open to being there to support you. We are all in this together and reaching out could also remind them of that. 2. Get out of your house and go somewhere where there are people. It’s hard to feel alone when we are surrounded by people. Maybe you are thinking, well that doesn’t work. So how about get out and enjoy nature. See the beauty that surrounds you and listen to the birds chirping. It will remind you that even though there are no people around the world is abundant. 3. Go visit animals at a rescue center. Pick
up some puppies and get some puppy kisses. There is no way you can feel alone where you are getting kissed by a puppy. It might even ignite a spark in you to volunteer for a charity to help others. Sometimes we just need a cause to reach out into. 4. Lastly, find something to take your mind off of the loneliness. It could be an activity that lights you up, a musical instrument you can get lost into, a great book that you live vicariously in the story. Whatever you do, do not let the loneliness eat you. Reach out in whatever way you can as you are so much more than the circumstances or feelings you are having in the current moment. We all go through these times that try us, that we grow through and learn from. I really believe that we go through things too, later on teach about them, not in big rooms all the time, it might just be down the road to help a friend. However, without you going through this or moving through this how can you ever help someone else? Now I get it when you are in this it’s hard sometimes to see past this moment in time, just remember there are people there for you. Even if you don’t see them.
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Predatory Marriages VALERIE DYE valerie@carib101.com
LEGAL SPECIALIST
A predatory marriage is a marriage where one person tricks another person into marriage, for the sole purpose of making financial gains. The person who is tricked into marriage is often elderly, lonely, depressed or mentally challenged. Although this phenomenon commonly envisages a younger predatory spouse and an elderly innocent spouse, a predatory marriage can also occur with an innocent spouse who is not very elderly. In the 2017 case of Hunt vs Worrod , the gentleman who was tricked into marriage was just 50 years old. Predatory marriages are quite com-
mon between a caregiver and an elderly person. One of the main concerns about predatory marriages is that in Ontario marriage revokes all prior wills except a will that has been made in contemplation of marriage. As such, if an elderly person has already gifted his assets to his children under a will, a subsequent marriage nullifies this. If the individual dies without making another will he dies intestate and under the rules of intestacy the new spouse becomes entitled to a significant portion of the estate. Even if a new will is made after marriage and the testator gifts his entire estate to his children, the predatory spouse may still claim an inheritance as a dependant after the spouse dies or opt to apply for an equalization of the net family property of the deceased. Once a predatory marriage has been entered into it is often difficult for those interested in the marriage or in the estate of the deceased to challenge the validity of the marriage. The court will need to determine
whether or not the innocent spouse had the capacity to marry. As stated in the British Columbia case of Ross-Scott v Potvin A person is capable of entering into a marriage contract only if he or she has the capacity to understand the nature of the contract and duties and responsibilities it creates. The assessment of a person’s capacity to understand the nature of the marriage commitment is informed, in part, by an ability to manage themselves and their affairs. In Hunt and Worrod the court had to determine the capacity of Mr. Hunt to marry Ms. Worrod. The parties were involved in a previous relationship which had ended a few months before Mr. Hunt had an accident that led to a brain injury. Before the accident, Mr. Hunt had decided that he could not marry Ms. Worrod. After Mr. Hunt’s discharge from hospital, Ms. Worrod entered into a secret marriage with him. His children challenged the validity of the marriage. After hearing evidence of Mr. Hunt’s cognitive state, the court found that he lacked the capacity to marry and that the marriage was therefore void.
In determining capacity courts need to balance the individual’s right to determine whom to marry against the fact that the individual might not have understood how the marriage affects him. As such: “A court should only reject a person’s autonomy in the clearest of cases, where an individual lacks a “clear, free and personal choice.” Consequently, a court can only annul a marriage due to the absence of consent if an individual does not understand the nature of the marriage contract and the duties flowing from it. The persons challenging the validity of the marriage (often the relatives of the innocent spouse) has the burden of proving lack of capacity. Where there is a fear that a loved one may be duped into a predatory marriage, certain steps may be taken to protect the assets of the individual. One of the main steps is to transfer of assets into the names of the children while the parent is still alive.
Show up, stand up, speak up KATHY McDONALD kathy@carib101.com
SCHOOL TRUSTEE
Parents wake up. Pay attention. You have power. The power that parents have often goes unused. Parents, students, and community we can no longer be apathetic. Even if we cannot vote in an election your voice still matters. Show up where it counts. Below, I have listed several opportunities to let your voices count. You may want to show up or sign a petition against having Judge McLeod removed from the bench, you may want to learn more and have input in regulations regarding the use and distribution of cannabis or you may want to make changes to special education funding. Whatever you do parents you need to let your voice be heard. Cannabis is legal in Canada now. Now what. How does this affect the educational system? Can students now smoke ganja, weed or cannabis whenever wherever? Do you know that it is illegal for a 12-year-old to smoke and possess pot? There are a lot of underaged students that think it is ok for them to possess and smoke cannabis. IT IS NOT. Police can charge underaged students if they are caught smoking pot. Parents get the correct information. Contact your school
board to find out about their policy regarding cannabis as well as make sure you speak to your children about the new law. Make sure you have the facts…. THE CORRECT INFORMATION. ResQ Youth International will be hosting an information session at the Gospel Cafe, 5120 Dixie Road, on Saturday, December 1 at 11 am. For more information call the executive director, Abigail Hamilton at 905451-0953. Parents and students do you understand what’s happening to Donald Mcleod. Do you even know who Justice McLeod is? Should you even care that a black Judge who speaks out about injustices in the black and Caribbean Community may be kicked off the Bench? Pinball Clemons is hosting a community gathering at Nelson Mandela Park Public School which is located at 440 Shuter Street Toronto, at 7 pm on November 29th. The hearing is scheduled for November 30th, at 9:30 am at 222 Bay Street, Suite 900 Toronto ON. I know I will be attending with my children in tow. If you can, I encourage each and every one to do the same. Show up. Parents we have power by just being present. As the flyer says. SHOW UP-STAND UP-STEP-UP. Do you know what Bill 44 is and why it did not get Royal Assent? Bill 44 is an Act to amend the Education Act in relation to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). It was a Private Member’s Bill, introduced by Ms.S. Kiwala. The1st reading was on April 11th, 2018. FASD, in my opinion, should be classified as a lifelong brain injury that is recognized as a neurodevelopmental disorder and as such students that have FASD should be able to
get proper funding and supports afforded to children under the special education umbrella. The Boards across the province are varying stages in terms of their understanding and the support offered to students with FASD. All parents should be calling their MPPs to request support for this Bill as all students will benefit when FASD students get the support they need to deal with the effects of this disorder. These effects could include behavioral, physical, cognitive, memory and learning difficulties and invariably have lifelong implications. Parents, did you know that under the Ontario Human Rights Code all school boards have a legal obligation to have accessible education for students with disabilities? This does not only include physical disabilities but also includes mental, learning and cognitive disabilities. “Disability” continues to be the ground most cited in Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) claims. If a student requires an extension due to a mental-health setback or requires extra time to write an exam because of anxiety issues; then by law the student must get the extra time. Parents pay attention to your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) if they have one. Make sure you read the document and understand all the accommodations or modifications that your child needs to be successful. Get help if necessary and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Parents and caregivers did you realize that while the Ministry of Education annually updates the labor costs, important benchmarks, for example, immigration, Eng-
lish language learners and income levels are not reviewed and updated. This results in sometimes data that is over ten years old being used to calculate funding for programs. The population in the Region of Peel is vastly different today than it was 10 years ago. I am sure this is true for most boards. So why isn’t the Ministry of Education updating the information being used to calculate, for example, funding for special education? Parents you need to have this conversation with your Members of Provincial Parliament (MPP). Such funding is critical to ensure that all students get an education that they are legally entitled to. Can you imagine if parents started calling their MPPs? If enough parents did this the government would take note and I dare say, they would listen. One thing this last election taught me that as a politician you cannot and should not take anything for granted. No seat is secure. The electorate has power. Parents you have power. During the last few weeks, these issues and concerns have been brought to my attention. Watching a mother of a child with FASD struggle to navigate the system and get the best support for her son or helping a distraught dad who didn’t realize that a little 4 in a bracket meant that her son in grade 8 was working at a grade 4 level at school despite getting 4+s in his grade 6 EQAO test. I feel compelled to share these stories so that other parents can benefit. Please let your voice count as we continue to journey together as we endeavor to make all students the best that they can be. Walk Good! Belle Marché!
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The charter continued… BRITTNEY CHANNER brittney@carib101.com
JUSTICE WARRIOR
I would like to continue where we last left off in our discussion on the legal rights section noted in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Last week, we paid special attention to section 7 of the Charter which stipulates the right to life, liberty, and security of person. This week we are going to expand a bit more on the other legal right section as it pertains to legal proceedings and the court of law in sections 8-14. In the legal rights section of the Charter, there are several procedural safety measures that are designed to protect those under governmental involvement under the law which includes those who are accused of a federal or provincial highway traffic offense. As stipulated in my previous article, the Charters legal rights apply to “every person” or “everyone”, not just those who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents. In section 8 of the Charter, it specifies that everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure. Therefore, any property that is found or seized by means of a violation of section 8, can be excluded as evidence in a trial under section 24(2) which stipulates the remedies available for those whose Charter rights are violated. Moving along, section 9 states that everyone has the right not to be arbitrarily detained or imprisoned. What this means is that you cannot be stopped, held for questioning, arrested or put in jail unless the police have cause for doing so. It is important to note that an arrest that is considered unlawful makes the search that usually comes after detainment unlawful and therefore contrary to the previous section 8 of the Charter. Section 10 is a very important section of the Charter in my opinion because it outlines the rights that individuals have upon arrest or detention including the right to consult a lawyer without delay, the right to be informed promptly and the right to habeas corpus. Habeas corpus
is a term that states that a person cannot be kept in prison/jail unless they have first been brought before a court of law which decides whether it is legal for them to be kept in prison. If your detention is not legal, you must be released. In situations of detainment, it is very easy for tempers to flare, therefore, having a thorough understanding of section 10 of the Charter, could essentially assist you in making sure that your legal rights are fulfilled. Section 11 is similar to section 10 but differs in the sense that it outlines the rights you have, once you are charged with a criminal offense. If you are officially charged with a crime, some of your rights as specified within this section state, that you have the right to a trial within a reasonable time, the right to be innocent until proven guilty, the right to reasonable bail and the right to not be tried or punished twice for the same crime; also known as the rule of double jeopardy. Section 12 protects the individual’s freedom from cruel and unusual punishment which includes punishment that degrades human dignity, out of proportion to the offense or shocks the public conscience. For example, being sentenced to 50 years in prison for theft of a chocolate bar would be considered cruel and unusual punishment because the crime does not fit the punishment given and therefore shocks public ethical principles. Section 13 and 14 of the Charter discusses one’s right to protection from self-incrimination and the right to an interpreter. Section 13 applies to witnesses who testify in any type of proceedings. What is said in court cannot be used against you in another court case unless you are charged with perjury; which is defined as knowingly making a false statement in court while under oath or have taken an oath. Lastly, section 14 refers to those who are a party or a witness in a case and do not understand or speak the language used in a criminal proceeding; an interpreter must be provided. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms can be seen as tedious and lengthy to some, nevertheless, it provides you with basic guidelines as to what is lawful and unlawful; especially as it pertains to you in criminal matters. Regardless if you are a law-abiding citizen or have had a few runins with the law, having a brief understanding of this section in particular is necessary when interacting with police or the criminal justice system.
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and finishes to choose from. However, its affordable price tag more than makes up for the relative lack of variety. Not only does recycled paint support efforts to reuse and recycle, it’s more energy-efficient to produce than conventional paint. So why not give it a go for your next remodelling project?
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Electronic locks for a safer home Increasingly popular among safety-conscious homeowners, electronic locks guarantee superior protection for your home. Because they’re unlocked with a key card or a secret code instead of a traditional key, they’re among the most effective methods to prevent burglaries. Electronic locks are a great solution for tech fanatics and smart-home enthusiasts. In fact, certain models on the market can be controlled directly from a cellphone or tablet via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. This means you can lock and unlock your doors no matter where you are. These remote management capabilities also mean you can provide temporary access to a family member, friend or cleaner, if need be. To find the best electronic lock for your home, visit a hardware store near you today.
Five common wallpaper mistakes Three ways to renew your home’s facade without breaking the bank Would you like to give your home’s exterior a makeover? If you don’t want to spend a fortune on a full renovation, there are several affordable solutions that will get you similar results. Here are three smart ideas to help you spruce up the look of your home without going broke. 1. PAINT To effectively refresh your home’s exterior, there’s nothing better than a few coats of paint in one or more strategic places. Why not dare to try a brighter colour on your front door or window frames? Eye-catching results, guaranteed! 2. LIGHT Adding chic lighting (wall-mounted lights, solar-powered lanterns, etc.) is a great way to brighten up your entryway. Just make sure the fixtures you choose complement the overall style of your home. 3. LANDSCAPING Well-thought-out landscaping and a few choice accessories (a unique mailbox or address plaque, for instance) will significantly enhance your home’s curb appeal.
Would you like to put up some wallpaper to complement a room’s decor? For the results to live up to your expectations, make sure you don’t make any of these five common mistakes. 1. Forgetting to prepare the surface: for the wallpaper to adhere properly, thoroughly wash and dry your walls beforehand. Sand uneven or rough parts and fill any holes. Finally, apply a primer that’s specially designed for wallpaper application. 2. Choosing the wrong paste: there are many types of wallpaper on the market, and each one requires a specific type of adhesive paste. Therefore, to prevent your wallpaper from becoming deformed or from detaching, carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions and get the right paste for the job.
3. Not measuring: if you want your wallpaper to be put up the right way, get a measuring tape and a level, and draw reference lines on the walls to make sure the strips are vertical. Don’t rely just on wall angles, since they aren’t always perfectly straight. 4. Leaving no wiggle room: never cut your wallpaper to the exact size of your walls. Plan for an extra 5 to 10 centimetres instead, since wallpaper can stiffen while drying. You’ll just have to cut off the surplus with a utility knife. 5. Not wiping off extra paste: since wall paper paste isn’t transparent and can create unsightly shiny spots, don’t wait until it dries to wipe it off. Always keep a damp sponge handy and remove excess paste every time you place a strip of wallpaper.
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automotive
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CHRYSLER/RAM: it’s all about the trucks
The success of the Ram 1500 over the past few years has largely contributed to reducing the FCA group’s impressive debt. The stakes are high for the all-new 2019 ver2019 Ram 1500
sion of the brand’s flagship pickup, whose previous generation is credited as the first real competitor to Ford and GM’s models. If FCA manages to reach its sales goals for the 2019 Ram, the group could finally say goodbye to its deficit. That’s why Ram spared no expense in building a truck with an eye-catching exterior and extremely high-quality finishes. And Ram isn’t stopping there. The brand is expected to launch all-new versions of its 2500 and 3500 pickups, based on the 1500’s redesign early next year. Competition is expected to be fierce, with GM having also announced new trucks for 2019 (the Silverado and Sierra) and Ford getting ready to launch a hybrid version of its F-150. Next year, Ram plans to round out its pickup offerings by adding a mid-size model to the lineup for the first time since the now-disconti-
2018 Chrysler 300
nued Dakota. The goal is to compete with the Colorado/ Canyon duo as well as the upcoming Ford Ranger. As for Chrysler, sales of its Pacifica minivan continue to do well.
No trucks, no glory for GMC Despite all the media attention eco-friendly vehicles receive, trucks are still the bread and butter of many automakers. For Ford, GM and Ram, full-size pickups remain the most profitable models. It’s been a big year so far for GMC with the unveiling of several new versions of the
2019 GMC Sierra Denali
popular Sierra, whose 2019 edition is both bigger and more spacious than its predecessor. It also comes equipped with a carbon fibre bed that’s 30 kilograms lighter than a typical steel bed. The SLT and Denali models are available with a MultiPro tailgate, which features modular panels that can be reconfigured according to cargo needs. The off-road-ready AT4 version of the Sierra boasts a more aggressive look and comes equipped with a unique set of features, including a higher suspension, all-wheel drive with a two-speed transfer case, a locking rear differential and skid plates. Its monotube shock absorbers complement a set of distinctive-looking Wrangler tires. Finally, Sierra buyers will have a choice of either one of two well-known V8 engines (a 5.3-litre and a 6.2-litre) or a 3.0-litre inline-six Duramax turbo-diesel. Both V8s
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use cylinder deactivation technology to conserve fuel whenever possible. The diesel-powered V6 is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, while the 5.3-litre V8, which comes standard, is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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WEEK OF NOVEMBER 25 TO DECEMBER 1, 2018
ARIES
The luckiest signs this week: LIBRA, SCORPIO AND SAGITTARIUS
You’ll distinguish yourself in front of a large crowd of people. You’ll have a streak of success — all of it well deserved. You’ll receive a mark of recognition or some kind of nomination and will get applause.
TAURUS
A big household cleaning is in order. Uncluttering your living space will unclutter your mind too. A moment will arise in which you will absolutely have to speak up.
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GEMINI
You might receive some criticism, or you might have to deal with people who will be intentionally vague with you. You can expect a bunch of emotions to surface, but with patience and diplomacy, you’ll come out on top.
Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.
CANCER
You’ll be offered a fairly large sum of money through an insurance claim or an inheritance. You’ll have to show tact and diplomacy amidst a situation in which all sides risk becoming a bit impatient.
Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.
LEO
You’ll have a surplus of energy that you’ll need to teach yourself to effectively channel. Try to do a bit of physical activity; otherwise your mood will suffer. You’ll need to unwind at some point this week.
PUZZLE NO. 933
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1. Printer’s term 5. Big rig 9. Frozen 12. Elaborate melody 13. Similar 14. Pair 15. Tacky 17. Moose’s
relation 18. Dangerous reptile 19. Luxurious 20. Fare 21. Beret, e.g. 22. Point-winning serve 24. Flee 27. Civil
31. Slants 32. Coal digger 33. Greater 35. Kitchen gadget 36. Hire 37. Young chap 38. Hold tightly 41. Papas 43. “____ Framed Roger Rabbit”
46. Sort of sister 47. Family residence 49. Pose a question 50. “The Defiant ____” 51. Had being 52. What for? 53. Camping shelter 54. Bookies’ concerns
23. Boy Scout item 24. Building annex 25. Dead ____ Scrolls 26. Mechanic’s concern 28. Lodging house 29. Crossed letter 30. Prove human 34. Modernized 35. Most senior
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1. Statistics 2. Important times in history 3. Speak imperfectly 4. Have a bagel 5. Greet 6. Just manages to earn 7. Accident 8. Leaders 9. Thought 10. Faction 11. Oxen’s harness 16. Passes 20. Depended 21. Snag
38. Bite 39. Hustle 40. Stained with writing fluid 42. Prayer response 43. Tidy a garden 44. Not soft 45. Certain poems 47. Very warm 48. Deuce
VIRGO
You’ll have trouble getting to sleep because you’ll have many ideas running through your mind. You’ll be inspired by the thought of setting out on a new career path, and opportunities to forge ahead will present themselves.
LIBRA
You’ll find yourself at the centre of a large crowd or you’ll take part in an event that will bring together a good number of people. Although this will be useful for you professionally and financially, these people will be demanding and sometimes exhausting.
SCORPIO
At this time of year, a number of businesses make big changes. Despite worries and anxieties, you’ll turn the situation to your advantage. You’ll climb higher, while some of your coworkers risk suspensions.
SAGITTARIUS
The idea of setting out on a major trip on a whim will stimulate your imagination. It’s possible that you’ll have to take care of some urgent work on your house. You’ll have a fairly large sum of money at your disposal.
CAPRICORN
You’ll be faced with some fairly tough choices and you might change your plans multiple times. Some patience will be required for things to fall into place and for you to finally know what direction to take.
AQUARIUS
It isn’t always easy to strike a balance in managing the different domains of your life. A few small adjustments at home will allow you to get there. You’ll need some extra sleep to keep your immune system from weakening.
PISCES
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The longawaited inspiration you needed to develop your own business will come. You’ll discover some ambitious new professional goals that will bring out the best in you. You’ll meet some people you’ll be glad to associate with.
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Interest rate hike spells trouble JAY BRIJPAUL brijpaul@carib101.com
REAL ESTATE PRO The Bank of Canada increased its interest rate last month and we are expecting to see further rate hikes coming soon. Since 2017, the interest rate has gone up five times and the benchmark, at 1.75%, is at its highest level in ten years. The Bank of Canada plans to increase the rates soon between 2.5% and 3%. Interest rate hikes are necessary to cool an overheated economy and will reduce inflation in the long run. Rising household debts are the main concern. Interest rate hikes should prevent consumers from overspending. With higher interest rates, a wage freeze and the stress test, it is likely that the housing market will decline. It is esti-
mated that one in three Canadians will fail the stress test at the current interest rate. Builders are now shifting gears towards smaller, more affordable homes. With high debt load and interest rate hikes, monthly payments will continue to rise. Combine that with property tax increase, insurance, and utilities, we must be diligent in our spending habits. The trend is to downsize to more affordable homes, fewer debts, lower taxes, and more vacations. Speculators who are buying multiple properties hoping to make a quick profit should be careful because a shift in interest rates can trigger a correction. Investors should focus on paying down their debts and holding onto cash so that they can feast when there is famine in the industry. Interest rate hikes are certain because our economy is surging, and unemployment is around 4%. It is a good time to lock in mortgage rates. A fixed rate is good for budgeting, but variable rates offer the best discount. Consumers should only spend about 35% of their income on their mortgage, property taxes and utilities and an extra 10% on other debts. The remainder of the income should cover other living
expenses and savings. The best way to save is to scoop 10% of your income upfront and then budget on the 90%. According to Environics Analytics, the average cost of the hikes so far to average households is $2,500. The debt service ratio which the bank uses for mortgage qualification increased in 2017 to 6.4%. It is expected to climb to 7.2% by the end of 2018. Young middle-class families will be affected because of their debt load. Many of these families, in addition to their mortgages, have other debts such as car and student loans. Many families are living from one pay cheque to the next and when interest rates climb, it becomes even more stressful. Debt consolidation is one of the best ways to reduce monthly payments. It is better to increase the mortgage and pay off the other debts for someone with multiple loans to pay such as a car loan, credit cards debts and mortgage payments. Since mortgage payments are calculated over 25 years, the monthly payment will be far less than paying the debts separately. For others who have lived in their home for a long time and are having difficulty paying their mortgage,
it is better to increase the number of years of payment back to 25 years or in some cases to 30 years to reduce the monthly payment. While this is not the best option to build wealth, it will certainly prevent drowning in debts. Homes with income potential are a good option. An average basement apartment fetches $1,400 per month. The extra income can be used to pay down debts and build wealth. Owners living in townhomes and paying high maintenance fees should consider moving to freehold properties with a basement apartment. It is cheaper because of the savings from the maintenance fees and the rental income. With interest rates increasing, home prices will fall. We are expecting a gradual drop but in the long term, prices will continue to climb because of the demand for homes. Real estate is a true shelter for you to live in and also a shelter for inflation. Here is a quote from Robert Kiyosaki, an authority in the investment world: “Real estate investing, even on a very small scale, remains a tried and true means of building an individual’s cash flow and wealth.�
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Great news! As you know the TFSA also known as the tax-free savings account is one of the most popular investments for Canadians over the age of 18. This investment was first introduced in 2009 and most Canadians have taken advantage of this particular investment. The main reason is as it says; it’s the tax-free savings account, where any growth on your investment is earned at a tax-free rate, where simply put you don’t have to pay any taxes on the growth. This is the only financial instrument available in Canada where your money can grow tax-free. Contribution limits were $5,000 from 2009 until 2012, then contribution limits changed in 2013 and 2014 to $5,500 and for 2015 the contribution limit was
$10,000. The contribution limit for 2016 changed back to $5,500 and continued to be so thereafter. If you have never invested any money into a TFSA then you have an available contribution room, meaning that you can invest as much as $57,500 for the year ending 2018. If you have not made any deposit for 2018 as yet there is no need for panic as the contribution room will also be carried forward. Over the years, many investors were hoping that the government would allow a much larger deposit into the TFSA. Well, that long wait is now over, as the government has recently announced that for the year 2019, the contribution amount for a TFSA will now move to $6,000. Of course, it is only $500 more than the previous year’s contribution maximum, but it is $500 more and still cumulative. The typical TFSA consist of either cash or mutual funds at a bank or financial institution however they can be much more, as they can be extended to certain approved securities and certain shares of small business corporations. A more complicated TFSA may even include foreign holdings; however, this may attract foreign tax. An important point to note is that a
TFSA can be issued by any bank, credit union, trust company or insurance company. Therefore, you are not limited to whom you may choose to invest with. If you have been looking at the markets recently, you would notice all of the markets are quite down, and as a result, most investors will be reluctant to invest in this type of market. However, when is the best time to buy something? Is it when the markets are down or when the markets are up? The markets are currently down therefore if you need to take advantage of the market now would be the best time. But don’t make the mistake of going it alone. An advisor should help you decide on the type of TFSA and the expected value of your investment in years to come. Certainly, individuals who do not want to play with their money should sit with his or her financial advisor and develop a proper plan. It is important to calculate your risk tolerance so that your investment choice doesn’t keep you up at night. The TFSA does not have to be a risky investment, it can be in a GIC, bonds, balanced market, or it can be in the equity market. Talk to an advisor today.
A discussion for men ANDREW STEWART andrew@carib101.com
FAMILY ADVISOR
This article is dedicated men, fathers and soon to be fathers. I know I’m supposed to educate my readers about insurance, like the various types, why it’s important, how to use it and where the industry is going. But today I want to speak briefly about two areas that I hope to see in 2019 more education, exposure, and discussions that will continue to have an upsurge. • •
Parental leave for fathers Men talking about depression
Parental leave for fathers A federal benefits program launching next year that dads taking time off after a birth is not only normal, it will be expected for years to come. Employment Insurance Parental Sharing Benefit (EIPSB), a new fiveweek parental leave for “the other parent.” The benefit is projected to start in March 2019 instead of June, as originally anticipated. The benefit applies to the person who doesn’t take the main chunk of parental leave after a birth or adoption. Now
I believe this could be a game changer for some families. After about a week of being home with the baby, men usually go back to work so the family can continue its lifestyle. A common sentiment by women and mothers is that fathers often don’t really have a grip on the enormity of the new mother’s workload. This could possibly help men gain a better appreciation of motherhood, five weeks at home won’t instantly change dads into experts, but it’s a start. I remember when my daughters were born, I felt like I had to rush back to work because that was my part in this parenting equation. With this program, it will be easier for men to get time off after a baby is born. The EIPSB makes the idea more normalized, as opposed to a sort of perk. That should reduce the need for men to have to negotiate this “time off” with less enlightened employers. Now you may be thinking that this means mothers have to take shorter maternity leave, nope! Canadian parents can both take parental leave through Employment Insurance, but they draw from a shared pool of benefits ranging from 35 to 61 weeks. The EISPB helps them do that, while still allowing both partners to be home for a few weeks. In fact, the new policy “rewards” families with an extra five weeks for moms when a partner takes their five weeks. Men talking about depression Depression is a devastating illness, it can
become so painful that its victims can become convinced that there is no way out other than to take their own lives. The reality is that, particularly when left untreated, depression can kill. Like many men, I find depression a hard topic to talk about. I remember speaking with a longtime friend who on the surface seemed like everything was fine. Then he shared with me that something serious was going on with his health. He couldn’t explain or understand where it was coming from and why he couldn’t get control of his emotions. You see all over the world, boys learn that men don’t cry, that men don’t ask for help, and that real men handle their business no matter what. He suffered in silence for months until symptoms like lack of sleep, low energy, low mood, pains in his chest and not wanting to interact with friends and family became too much to hide. The scary thing is, that his story is not unique just to him. Other men, I’ve spoken to; guys I’ve known for years that have also told me they know what depression is like, that they too have struggled. Stigma around depression still exists. In order to really begin fighting depression, men need to break the silence and not feel ashamed for not feeling well. It’s okay to seek support. Sometimes getting an outside perspective on what might be contributing to depression by consulting a professional who has knowledge of depression and treatment options is a smart thing to do.
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sports
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Australia women win the Women’s T20 Final KAYLA KARIM
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The Australian women have won the World T20 Women’s Championship. They beat the English women by eight wickets at Sir Vivian Richard’s Stadium in North Sound, Antigua. In the 16-day tournament, 23 games were played in Guyana, St. Lucia and the finals being held in Antigua. Australia suffered from a tough loss against India last week, prior to the finals against England but prevailed against the West Indies to book their ticket to St. Lucia. It was a rematch of the 2016 final, where West Indies won by eight wickets to win their first WT20 trophy. However, the Aussie women avenged that win this time around. The West Indies lost two wickets in the semi-final game in the opening three
overs and were bowled out for 21 in 17.2 overs. Australia’s Alyssa Healy scored for Australia with 46 off 39 balls for 142-5. West Indies’ captain Stephanie Taylor said that the team “came into this game with a lot of confidence” but failed to deliver. She also thanked the fans and the host crowd for the great atmosphere. Two years ago, in the World Twenty20 semi-final in Delhi saw the same matchup in this year’s final, where England also lost against Australia. This is Australia’s fourth World T20 trophy, after winning in 2010, 2012 and 2014. Player of the match, Australia’s Ash Gardner’s three wickets, and big hitting helped steer Australia to the eight-wicket win. She ensured the win with two sixes with 29 balls to spare. Gardner, the top performer for Australia commented that the Aussie women had “a lot of nerves but also a lot of confidence” going into the final game. Twenty-one-year-old Ash Gardner played for Australia in the Women’s Ashes tournament earlier this year before showing up for the World Twenty20 tournament. Her offensive impact on the final helped to lead Australia to victory.
Alyssa Healy was another strong and important key for Australia’s win. Healy was referred to as the “Player of the Tournament” due to her outstanding efforts and play over the course of the two weeks. The 28-year-old had a memorable tournament, finishing as the top scorer with 225 runs in 5 innings, especially in the final game, giving her team a good start hitting 22 off 20, which had four fours in it. Healy added 22 runs to her tournament tally bowled by Sophie Ecclestone in the fifth over. Sitting at 44-2, Australia seemed in control of the situation. Captain Meg Lanning praised her teammate saying that Healy put in “a lot of hard work” in order to get herself in shape in preparation for this tournament. Lanning also mentions that Healy “led the charge”. Healy also spoke highly about her team sharing in an interview after the tournament that the girls “played beautifully” and that she was “really proud” of the team’s performance. Although England was successful for the majority of the tournament, they couldn’t finish off strong enough in the final. Their most impressive win was in the semifinal, where they bypassed India for 112 and
batted to win by eight wickets. Their youngsters stepped up and performed well leaving the tournament on a positive note. Kristie Gordon made her England debut against Bangladesh taking a total of eight wickets – the highest wicket-taker. Sophie Ecclestone also played an impressive tournament with five wickets and Amy Jones scored 107 runs including a half-century against India in the semi-final. Amy Jones and Natalie Scriver both recorded a half century in the Semi-Final win over India. Jones secured the winning runs with her team member Natalie who put in a 92-run. England’s bowlers were excellent but the batters did not convince as well as expected, with Tammy Beaumont not in the best form. Heather Knight commented on the loss admitting that the team lost wickets at a key time as well as lacked momentum. Knight applauded the fans saying that they were their source of support. The next Women’s Twenty20 tournament will be hosted by Australia in 2020. This tournament is played every two years where matches will be played over six different venues between the end of February 2020 and the beginning of March 2020.
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