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BEVERLY CRANDON

“Wine should be inclusive and approachable. No one should be denied the pleasures of vino!”

It was a night to remember. It had been a while since I had gone out to eat, and for my first time out, what an experience.

I had been invited to attend Fall into Spice, a series of culinary food and wine events that gave me a chance to see how well tropical wine pairs with food, which I came to learn was quite heavenly.

The team behind Fall into Spice are individuals from the African-Caribbean and Latin Diaspora who share a passion for wine and want to spread that love of wine to the Caribbean communities here in Ontario.

I had a chance to sample a variety of wines; fruit forward wines, bursting with sweet fruit smells. Light bodied wines that sit in your mouth like a delicate unsweetened iced tea or refreshing lemonade; it leaves your mouth with an aftertaste that tingles on your tongue but does not fill your mouth. Then there were the full-bodied wines that filled my palate with their texture and intensity.

With wine pairings, synergy is the ultimate objective. The wine and food are meant to combine and create a totally new and exciting gastronomic effect. The flavour of food is what people focus on, and keeping this in mind, I was introduced to the science of complimenting food with wine.

Beverly Crandon curated the event. She is a CMS certified sommelier candidate, wine lover and founder of W.H., a private client wine consulting service.

For our readers who don’t know, a sommelier is a wine expert. They are also described as wine stewards, who study and practice a myriad of skills related to wine. Beverly has a vast knowledge of wine regions, grape varietals, and wineries. While we were sampling and pairing wines, she spent her time educating us on which year are the best vintages, as well as suggesting wine pairings for a specific dish.

Beverly sat down with me to share stories about her journey, and although some of it sounded glamorous, I learned that sommeliers often have to work very hard. They have to continue to study in order to keep up to date on menus and wine lists. As a high-ranking sommelier, she had the opportunity to curate wine cellars for private clients.

As a young sommelier of colour, she is making in-roads into the industry.

The industry itself remains, as a whole, a very white and male group, similar to the old-fashioned guilds. There are many

barriers of entry to the field: high costs to study, stereotypes about who “knows” wine, and the importance of industry connections. However, the future of the industry is looking much more diverse, with female sommeliers and sommeliers of colour questioning the old boys’ club of wine.

Beverly has been able to lend her hand both as a consultant and a direct leadership employee in various organizations, from Fortune 500s to start-ups looking to generate mind share, revenues, and a recurring member-base. She combines her wine education, love of wine, and work experience, to broaden wine appreciation and advancement in those not deemed the ‘traditional’ wine consumer or professional. As a founding member of Vinequity, a not for profit that aims to amplify the voices of BIPOC wine professionals in Canada, Beverly is acutely fashioned to do just that.

When I had a chance to interview Beverly, she was excited to talk to me about her upcoming event FALL INTO SPICE. She not only shared her life with me, but she also educated me on everything about wine.

“My parents are Guyanese, and I was born here,” Beverly began. “I grew up entrenched in my Guyanese roots, and this meant everything I experienced in my youth was focused on my culture. My first job out of university was a client manager, and for a long time, I wanted to be a lawyer. I went to school for political science.

When I finished college, I decided I wanted to get into business, and I have been in sales and marketing ever since.

When I got out of school, and worked for a sales and marketing consulting firm, which allowed me to travel the world and drink wine and meet interesting people.

I didn’t know about fine wine or dining, but my clients were savvy. I had one client who was a wine connoisseur, and he started teaching me about pairing foods with wine. This is how I learned about how wine can complement foods.”

For the longest time, Beverly believed that her love of wine and Caribbean food could not go together. She would not bring wine to family events, and she decided to dig deeper to figure out why Caribbean’s didn’t see wine the way that other cultures did.

While researching, I learned that wine has been paired with food for centuries. Although wine making may go back

as far as 8,000 years ago, recent archaeological finds place the origins of wine making to 4100 B.C. In early times wine was paired with food since it was safer to drink than local water supply.

The main objective of wine pairing with food is to enhance the dining experience. Many pairings that are considered “classics” today are the result of a region’s cuisine and wine growing up and merging together. In Italy one rarely dines without wine and a region’s wine is known to be “food friendly” to match the area’s cuisine. The subjective nature of taste makes it possible to drink most any kind of wine with any kind of food and have an enjoyable experience.

“Wine has an elitist quality,” Beverly tells me. “Wine was introduced through the slave trade, and our history plays a part in how you feel about something, and if it is for you or not.

I want our community to know that wine is for everyone. Wine is supposed to bring people together. This is a key point in time for me. This is why I have been doing wine events for the last six events.

The first event I ever put on was a food and wine event, and about fifteen people came. It wasn’t themed like this one was, but it was fun. It was more fun than educational. As the events matured, the events became more themed. People started asking me to procure wine (buying wine for them on their behalf), you get to

know the person, and what they like.”

When COVID-19 hit, her events turned to virtual events, and those were fun too.

“There are sommeliers of colour but they have to exist in the current wine environments (assimilate), so in order to get jobs you have to assimilate. This is a career that is not only educational but can really teach you a lot about your history.

If there are other people of colour who are interested in this line of work, educate yourself on wines. There is some foundation education that you need to have, and then explore wines, learn the history of the countries of those wines, and what other career gives you drinking homework?”

She is one of a kind, and because of this, it was an honour to sit down, drink a glass of wine, and dialogue with Ms Beverly Crandon. You can actually order a selection of wines from Beverly with her Beverly Crandon Selects, that can be found on her website at https://www.lesommelier. com Photo Credit: Trenedee Watson

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Fear is the Virus.

Truth is the Cure!

A book chat with Filmmaker and Author Mikki Willis

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He is an award-winning filmmaker/cinematographer and is regarded as a pioneer in the world of transformative media. He has a passion for uniting creatives, which inspired his movie production company Elevate Films. His mission is to utilize the power of the media in a positive way.

Mikki and the Elevate Films crews have produced well over 400 productions, including record setting network television specials, theatrical features, commercials, music videos for multi-platinum artists, and media for some of the world’s foremost scientists, futurists, evolutionary experts, and best-selling authors.

In May of 2020 at the height of the pandemic, Mikki produced “Plandemic,” one of the most censored documentaries in history. The documentary opens a Pandora’s box to an underworld of corruption, lies, and the darkest of unsolved mysteries.

The first Plandemic was a twentysix-minute documentary featuring virologist Judy Mikovits. She made the bold claim that

COVID-19 was manipulated in a lab, and she was labelled as crazy. Mikki then came out with Plandemic II (aka Indoctrination) featuring crime investigator, Dr David Martin, which also set a world record with two million viewers. When Dr Martin exposed the patents and paper trail proving that Dr Fauci was funding dangerous gain of function research at the Wuhan Lab, critics laughed.

The two part series was declared conspiracy theory, and critics all over the world did their best to debunk it.

What is interesting is that now, critics all over the world have been silenced.

Through accredited scientific studies, the claims made within the PLANDEMIC series have been validated. The documentary is now being acknowledged for being among the first to warn the world of the agenda to reduce the liberties of citizens through medical tyranny.

Mikki has now taken it a step further with his book “Plandemic; Fear is the Virus. Truth is the Cure!” (https://www.amazon.com/Plandemic-Fear-Virus-Truth-Cureebook/dp/B094185QML). In this book, Mikki provides a portal into his life. He took a great risk when it came to writing, and releasing this content freely and openly. He is aware that the content can be received graciously and given applause, or simply dismembered and torn apart by readers and reviewers.

Mikki has decided to invest into his readers by continuing to provide authentic and genuine content that he believes is worthy of being shared.

I had the opportunity to sit down with Mikki, and he shared aspects of his life, and what had brought him to this moment.

“My awakening took place thirty years ago. It was after Dr Fauci’s medication took my brothers life. It was the medicine prescribed to him that killed him. Not too long after, my mother died from cancer treatment. I was heavily involved in music at the time, and had moved from Sacramento to Los Angeles. My first movie “Sun Shine Boys,” was the reason that I was in New York to meet distributors. It just happened to be the same time that 911 happened, and it was during this time that I experienced my spiritual awakening.

I was there recovering bodies; the air quality was killing people, yet people would not leave. They were risking their lives. Watching this re-awakened me, and I knew that there was a bigger purpose for me.

I was in the middle of a documentary called “The Narrative!” Over the years I had watched the U.S. media twist story after story. At first I thought it was incompetence, but after a while I realized that it was intentional. I knew that I had to be the one to pull back the curtain. I was working with top whistle blowers from different industries, and I learned more about how rampant, and prevalent paedophilia, and sex trafficking was becoming.

This is when I was told that something of 911 proportions would happen in 2020. When the pandemic struck, and I start-

ed to watch the narrative unfold, I asked my contacts was this it? They said maybe.”

Mikki shares with me that he began to lose trust in people. He became cynical, and this is why he wrote the book.

“This book is meant to bring people back to trusting. We have to think more holistically. We have to be mindful of how we speak about events in the world. The book is meant to re-humanize, bring people back to the nature of things. At the core of what we are, there is something good

The media has done such a job of smearing the character of some great people. I openly share my personal life, because I want people to remember that there is someone behind the message.”

I asked Mikki what his final message was for the masses.

“Never bow to the mob! History will remember the brave. I have had to deal with the FBI, had hit pieces against me, but I will not budge. I will not be moved. Speak out now! If you are brave enough to do this, you will be rewarded in your own way. There is a story that has been told over and over, you can break them down, we must take our cue from the famous, and retold Hero’s Journey.”

Speaking with Mikki reminds me that we are not just here to change the world, but to create a new world; with each new world, there are new possibilities. Don’t miss a chance to read this eye-opening book. May it empower you to stand for what you believe in, and to know that even you can bring change to the world.

Ontario Government launches Rapid COVID-19 Testing in Schools in areas with high rate of transmission PAUL JUNOR paul@carib101.com

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There has been much concern by diverse education stakeholders about the availability of COVID-19 testing in schools. In February 2021 a news release from the Ontario government stated, “Targeted asymptomatic testing is a central part of the government’s comprehensive plan to keep schools and child care settings safe.”

The Ministry of Education states that it plans to “Expand asymptomatic testing to schools up to 50,000 per week.” as

is indicated in the press release which can be seen at news.ontario.ca. Unfortunately, thirty-four weeks later, the Ford government stopped rapid COVID-19 tests for parents.

Now that schools have opened across all of Ontario, the number of positive cases of COVID-19 in schools have been steadily increasing.

Ontario reported that there are 250 additional cases that have been reported in staff and students at public schools between the afternoon of Friday, October 2nd and the afternoon of Monday, October 4th. This has prompted Ontario Medical Officer of Health, Dr Kieran Moore to announce that rapid antigen tests will be directed to schools located in regions where there is a high probability of shutdown due to transmission of COVID-19.

As of the week on October 11th -15th there will be the deployment of rapid antigen tests to schools that have a greater chance of “On-going detection of cases, an outbreak, the prevalence of COVID-19 in the

surrounding community, or a combination of all three.”

In an interview Dr Moore stated, “If all of those boxes are getting ticked, and it’s the judgement of the medical officer of health that we should have the rapid antigen testing in play as a tool in the tool chest to keep them open, they will receive the testing at the school level, in partnership with the school board, as well as the medical officer of health.”

Parent groups have taken it upon themselves to arrange testing at their children’s schools using rapid test kits that they obtained from agencies. The Ford government was not happy about this and has informed these agencies that they should stop this distribution.

Dr Moore is not in favour of asymptomatic testing in schools because he believes that it is not a reliable and effective means of tracking COVID-19 transmission.

In particular, “The new policy will see stu-

dents in a school where successive COVID-19 cases have been detected, who are not defined as high-risk close contacts receive voluntary rapid testing as a means to determine whether they can remain at school. It will also attempt to “catch” transmission not originally found during contact tracing.”

Dr Moore modified his views about asymptomatic testing after analyzing data from the U.S and U.K, which seem to indicate that rapid screening may play an important factor in detecting positive cases.

For Dr Moore, it is simply examining the scientific data to ensure that “There will be a targeted role for rapid antigen to be put in play.” Ontario Minister of Education, Stephen Leece is supportive of Dr Moore’s views on rapid testing and his “Evolving advice to the government was to deploy a more targeted program, a risk based program where there is a high case in the community or within the school setting.”

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Building resilience in the African family; Carifika October Black Family Series PAUL JUNOR

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In many ways Carifika has been at the forefront of empowerment of the Black community.

Since it was formed in 2017, it has engaged in initiatives that promote Black enrichment.

Carifika is “A non-profit global organization established to create a unified social and economic system for African and Caribbean people to strengthen, preserve and rebuild wealth, education, health, culture, and spiritual development.” Its motto is “Building a Better Tomorrow.”

The primary focus of Carifika is “To bring visibility to Africa and the African diaspora through a network where the community can access resources related to African, Caribbean culture.”

Carifika, as a global initiative organized by Carifika Canada, was the brainchild of Yuri Hutchinson. He serves as the Chairman and CEO of Carifika. Since 2019 it has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $1,000,000 as an initiative of Carifika Canada. This initiative is a pilot to ensure that Carifika is able to extend its reach in other areas of the global community. The information on its GoFundMe page states it is a, “Non-profit global initiative to set up African-Caribbean ecosystems across the world. Its purpose is to empower people of African descent socially and economically.

By setting up Carifika all over the world, it would make it easier for people to navigate the area when you either visit or if you live there. We look to educate our people on financial literacy so that we can have spend-

ing power and keep our money circulating among ourselves and build the African family by expressing our culture and practising our traditions.”

One of the empowering and inspiring initiatives that Carifika has engaged in is the Black Family Series instalment beginning in 2020.The first one discussed issues related to men. The second one focused on issues related to women. The third one focused on issues related to children.

In my interview with Yuri on Thursday October 6th, 2021, he provided me with details about the importance of “family hood.” He told me that it speaks to the power of ensuring that traditional African practises are reinforced to strengthen families, cultures and develop the self-esteem of African children.

The fourth instalment centred on “Building Resilience in the African Family,” and featured a panel discussion. Mr. Hutchinson who served as the moderator hosted it. “This speaks on how we can improve the family, keep the African family form intact and how we can build our families for future generations.”

The panel discussion on Zoom featured presentations from Mothers to Daughters, an organization which works with immigrant families to build relationships and Alethia Cadore, registered psychotherapist of KMI.

A wide range of issues were covered that ranged from mental health stigma, strengthening the Black family, accessing mental health support and advocating for validating Black children through fostering self-love and racial pride.

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Doctors giving you the best and latest expert guidance to prevent and manage COVID-19 safely at home MICHAEL THOMAS michael@carib101.com

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The World Council for Health launched recently with a transparent mission to provide the latest straightforward scientific guidance that has been gathered from around the universe. This doctor-led guidance is designed to help the public make the best health decisions. It kicks off with a well-rounded based guide on how to manage COVID-19 at home.

This organization is an umbrella coalition, starting with forty-five health-focused groups from around the world. They will provide new and honest medical leadership during this present situation, and for many, other matters of health now and into the future.

“There are many things that people can do to stay healthy,” says Dr. Tess Lawrie, UK who is part of the steering group for the World Council for Health. She adds, “The World Council for Health will give you the best and latest expert guidance to prevent and manage COVID-19 safely at home.

By providing people with the information and treatments they need and desire to take charge of their health, the World Council for Health intends to drive out the prevailing climate of uncertainty and fear.”

The COVID-19 treatment guide is the first of many in an ambitious plan to produce regular and authoritative guides covering a myriad of health topics.

Dr. Tracy Chandler, a foundation member from New Zealand Doctors Speaking out on Science (NZDSOS), is unequivocal on the urgent need for an independent health agency. “The World Council for Health will not be another bureaucratic organization with big donors and private industry ties. It will be transparent and inclusive, inviting public participation and providing practical advice that respects people’s individual health choices.

The World Council for Health will innovate corporate governance and transparency by holding public meetings.”

In a time when trust in big organizations is at an all-time low, The World Council for Health’s fundamentals says their principles are to build trust with the

public. This organization has established itself to be completely independent of governments, pharmaceutical companies and other financial and political stakeholders.

In this way the council is free to promote factual and effective health care advice.

“At no time in history has the freedom to choose been so important. However, to make informed choices, one needs information you can trust. The Council’s job is to bring you this information,” said Dr. Naseeba Kathrada of the Caring Healthcare Workers Coalition in South Africa.

“Today’s launch is just the first step. Our fresh approach will transcend national borders,” predicts Shabnam Palesa Mohamed, South African founder of Transformative Health Justice and International Legal Alliance for Health. “There is no greater need than humanity uniting for truth, health and freedom. As we continue this journey, we welcome other groups aligned with the World Council for Health’s vision to join us in creating a healthier world.”

“This is not about us, it’s about our children and future generations, ‘’ said Dr Jennifer Hibberd, “There is a better way, and we’re going to find it together.”

Here is a list of the steering group members of The World Council For Health.

• Dr. Tess Lawrie, UK MBBCh, PhD, Director of E-BMC Ltd • Dr. Tracy Chandler, NZ BSc (Hons), MB ChB, FRNZCGP, FACNEM, MNZSCM, PGDipSEM, Cert Dermoscopy, Cert Homeopathy, AIMA Member, ACNEM Examiner/Board Member/Treasurer • Dr. Jennifer Hibberd, CA BSc, DDS, MRCDC, Specialty Dental Surgeon, Clinical Scientist & Editor.

• Karen McKenna, CA MBA, B.Comm, PMP, World Ivermectin Day Project Manager, Operations WDA • Shabnam Palesa Mohamed, SA, LLB, Activist, Journalist, Mediator, Founder of THJ & ILAH, LC Com Chair • Dr. Naseeba Kathrada. SA, MB. ChB (Natal), Founder of The Caring Healthcare Workers Coalition & Founder of The Covid Home Management Team Durban • Dr. Mark Trozzi, CA, MD, Emergency Physician, Critical Resuscitation Instructor • Anna De Buisseret, UK, B.A. (Hons), Dip. Law, Lawyer, Retired Army Officer (LT, 51st Signals Regiment) • Dr. Zac Cox, UK, BDS, LCPH, Speciality Dental Surgeon/Homeopathic

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A look at the Vaccine Death Report; what are they not telling us?

SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

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Continued From Page 1 -- “A vaccine on its own will not end the pandemic. Surveillance will need to continue, people will still need to be tested, isolated and cared for.

Contacts will still need to be traced and quarantined, communities will still need to be engaged.”

Tedros Adhanom Director of the World Health Organization I don’t blame you if you told me, “I am sick of all of this Covid stuff. I just want things to go back to normal.”

I hear you trust me. What has happened is that now, our world has become divided on matters that don’t really concern us, yet we are being forced to be a part of it. What needs to be understood is that the people, who need to provide answers to the community, are being hailed as caregivers, and those who realize, and are fighting for the freedom of the people are being demonized and labelled.

The purpose of this article is to provide clarity on what many of you are experiencing. For those who depend on major news stations to share the information that is needed to make decisions to protect your family, you are being confused by double talk, unclear messaging, and negative messaging that heightens your fear, and is actually one of the reasons why many people are getting sick.

The major divider of our time is the discussion surrounding vaccinations. One thing that I have accepted is that everyone is going to have their reasons for why they have or have not taken it, and I honour and respect it. What I don’t appreciate is how mainstream media has decided to only show one side of the vaccination debate, and it is the side that says, “The only way for us to get back to normal is for everyone to be vaccinated.”

We have health authorities like Anthony Fauci, who started by saying that once people were vaccinated, things would go back to normal. Now, his wording has changed. Most recently he came out and said, “The CDC is considering mask mandates for the vaccinated. The vaccinated increasingly test positive for Covid, therefore they will need to keep wearing masks. The vaccinated still need to avoid eating in restaurants, and ‘the vaccinated carry the Delta variant as much as the unvaccinated.”

Didn’t Dr Fauci tell us that once we got vaccinated things would be back to normal? Wearing a mask in a restaurant is not normal, and those who are vaccinated are still getting sick at the same rate. Hmmmmm!

We also have the UK’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who also stated that life in the UK would go back to normal after people were vaccinated. Now the dialogue has changed.

“Can I now meet my friends and family members indoors if they are vaccinated? There I am afraid the answer is no, because we’re not yet at that stage, we’re still very much in the world where you can meet friends and family outdoors, under the rule of six, or two households. And even if your friends and family members may be vaccinated, the vaccines are not giving 100% protection and that’s why we need to be cautious.”

Most recently, Moderna’s chief medical officer, Dr. Tal Zaks, said that the vaccines do not bring life back to normal. This was confirmed by, Tedros Adhanom (Director of the World Health Organization).

These are the mixed messages that

I am talking about. What are people supposed to believe? What part of their speech is meant to help us? What I want to do is share with you information that you will not find on your local news station. It is important to push past your cognitive dissonance and take a peek at the literature provided.

The worst that can happen is that you take stock of your action, or subsequent inaction, and begin to make the changes needed to really keep your family safe.

I want to share a story about a local ABC News Station that posted a request on Facebook for people to share their stories of unvaccinated loved ones that died. They wanted to make a news story on this. What happened was totally unexpected. In five days’ time over 250,000 people posted comments, but not about unvaccinated beloved ones. Instead, all the comments talk about vaccinated loved ones that died shortly after being injected, or that are disabled for life.

You see, this is what is being hidden from you. There is evidence of millions of deaths and serious adverse events that are resulting from the use of the experimental COVID-19 vaccination, and many of our local news stations are only finding stories that are about COVID-19 deaths, and cases amongst the unvaccinated.

Last week, a document was shared with me that opened my eyes to what has really been going. I want to share some of that information with you here, and I will also provide you with a link that you can go to and take a look for yourself.

Dr Vladimir Zelenko (MD), and David John Sorensen put “THE VACCINE DEATH REPORT,” together to document how all over the world, millions of people have died, and hundreds of millions of serious adverse events have occurred, after injections with the experimental mRNA gene therapy.

Throughout the document, they present solid facts, and stay away from unfounded claims. The data is clear and verifiable, and references can be found with all presented information, and is a great starting point for further investigation.

Although this report focuses on the situation in the United States, it also applies to the rest of the world. More reports are coming in about the same type of experimental injections with similar death rates, and the comparable systems of corruption that are hiding these numbers are used worldwide.

What are some of the stories being shared? What is the science saying about it? I turn to science because they are always telling us to trust the science. Let’s start with a study by the University of San Francisco, or Salk Institute, that shows that the vaccines turn the human body into a spike protein factory, making trillions of spikes that cause blood clots that lead to strokes and heart attacks.

The New England Journal of Medicine shows how the vaccination causes heart inflammation, and the same journal published a study about the dramatic increase of miscarriages.

So, why is the mainstream media not discussing this? Why are we only hearing about the great benefits that being vaccinated can have? Well for starters, VACCINE DEATHS ARE SEVERELY UNDERREPORTED. The VAERS data from the American CDC shows that as of August 26th, 2021 already half a million people suffered severe side effects, including: • Stroke • Heart failure • Blood clots • Brain disorders • Convulsions • Seizures • Inflammations of brain and spinal cord • Life threatening allergic reactions • Autoimmune diseases • Arthritis • Miscarriage • Infertility • Rapid-onset muscle weakness • Deafness • Blindness

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The CDC also reports that approximately, 16,000 people died as a result of receiving the experimental injections. A CDC whistleblower, who signed a sworn affidavit, has come out and reported that the actual number of deaths is at least five times higher.

The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) reported that a study showed that the actual number of anaphylaxis is 50 to 120 times higher than claimed by the CDC. “I was involved in misleading millions of people about the possible negative side effects of vaccines. We lied about the scientific findings.”

William Thompson Leading scientist within the CDC There is a deep dark secret that has been revealed about CDC that many people are unaware about. A few years ago, researchers investigated the link between vaccines and autism. They found that there indeed is a direct connection, and instead of sharing this information with the public, the researchers came together, and a large dustbin was placed in the middle of the room. In it they threw all the documents that showed the link between autism and vaccinations. With the evidence destroyed, an article was then published in Pediatric, stating that vaccinations do not cause autism.

There is the infamous 2009 Lazarus report from Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Inc. that revealed in general; only 1% of adverse events from vaccines are being reported:

“Adverse events from drugs and vaccines are common, but underreported.

Although 25% of ambulatory patients experience an adverse drug event, less than 0.3% of all adverse drug events and 1-13% of serious events are reported to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).”

It is for these reasons that the majority of the population is clueless that vaccines cause any harm at all. The vaccine companies, who use government agencies as their main carrousel, and simply tell humanity that adverse events are a very rare occurrence. This is why when vaccinated people suffer from serious adverse events, it doesn’t even occur to them that this could be from previous injections, and they don’t report it as such.

Another issue is that countless medical professionals are afraid to report adverse events, which further contributes to the underreporting of these side effects. Medical professionals receive financial incentives to promote the vaccines. In the United Kingdom for example nurses get £10 per needle they put into a child.

“I’ve never seen anything like it, as a funeral director for fifteen years. And it began exactly when they began putting needles in arms. I’ve never seen a death rate like that again. It was awful, awful. That were pandemic numbers, but it was only after they started vaccinating, never before that point.”

John O’Looney Funeral Director from the UK The British government published a report of the first series of adverse events, which included: blindness, strokes, miscarriages, heart failure, paralysis, auto immune disease, and other reactions listed above. Shortly after the first wave of immunization over 100,000 adverse events were reported, including 1,260 cases of loss of eyesight (including total blindness). Also, in the United Kingdom the number of miscarriages increased by 366% in only six weeks, for vaccinated mothers. The British Office for National Statistics inadvertently revealed that 30,305 people died within twenty-one days of having the injection, during the first six months of 2021.

We have heard nothing about this on our local news stations, or world stations, and the question is, why not?

“As far as I could find out, the flu hit only the vaccinated. Those who had refused the

shots escaped the flu. My family had refused all the vaccinations so we remained well all the time. We knew from the health teachings of Graham, Trail, Tilden and others, that people cannot contaminate the body with poisons without causing disease.”

Eleanor McBean PhD, N.D In Israel, statistics from Worldometers.info shows a massive spike in deaths when the vaccinations started. Before the immunization campaign began, there were hardly any daily COVID-19 deaths in Israel. Not to long after the vaccination project was launched, the daily death toll rose from 1-3 to 75-100 deaths a day!

The Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennet reported that the people who are most at risk now, are those who received two doses of the vaccine.

There is definitely corruption happening in Africa. There was a Zoom meeting with African officials that was leaked, revealing how they were going to ramp up COVID-19 numbers, in order to continue the lockdowns.

National File obtained a recording of a Zoom video conference call between physicians and a marketing director at Novant Heath New Hanover Regional Medical Center, a group of twenty hospitals, clinics, and offices that treat patients in North Carolina and South Carolina. In the recording, Mary Rudyk, MD tells the Director of Marketing Carolyn Fisher and another hospital employee that she wants the hospitals to become more ‘scary to the public’ by inflating the number of COVID-19 patients, and by using messaging that falsely tells individuals, “If you don’t get vaccinated, you know you’re going to die.”

A story came out of New York City about the famous Elmhurst Hospital where supposedly more people died from this virus than anywhere else in the world. It was literally the epicenter within the epicenter of the pandemic. For this reason, an experienced nurse from Florida, Erin Olszewski, decided to go there to help with the crisis. What she saw happening at this world-famous hospital, however, filled her with so much horror, that she decided to take a hidden camera with her to film what was going on.

In a revealing documentary by Journeyman Pictures, this nurse shares stories about the crimes she constantly saw happening in Elmhurst. She shows on her smartphone how a patient indeed tested negative for COVID-19 twice, and yet was registered as confirmed’ COVID-19. She explains that this happens all the time in Elmhurst: deception resulting in high COVID-19 mortality rates that were trumpeted by the media.

The saddest part about this world inoculation is the fact that no health insurance will ever cover the costs resulting from vaccine damage. They simply do not reimburse the vaccinated when they get into trouble. You are completely on your own. Our world governments refuse to protect you from possible destruction of your health, life and loved ones, by mandating these deadly injections, and require them for shopping, travel, gatherings and even banking services.

As usual, I will tell readers to not take my word for it, but at this point in time, we must understand that nothing like this has ever happened before in history, where thousands of people come forward to share their suffering following an immunization.

The reactions are extremely severe, often disabling people for life. The injuries are in fact so severe, that people around the world are stepping forward to warn humanity.

I want readers to really think about this. There are so many available options to successfully treat COVID-19, why is there still such an outcry for a vaccine? Why is the majority of the population not even aware of the available treatments? When you get a chance, take a look at the website (www. stopworldcontrol.com), and take the time to review some of the information. What you will find will shock you.

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Now is the time to move forward, to make our future begin STEVEN KASZAB steven@carib101.com

TC REPORTER

There will be a great investment reset globally. Many of us have saved our revenue, pooling it for the day where we can direct our futures in an optimistic fashion. COVID-19 may have damaged our economies, devastated our medical/health systems, and taken many lives within our neighbourhood and internationally, but the financial-investment sector is booming, and ready to make some noise.

We were encouraged to buy locally, to prize our local businesses and establishments that provide our neighbours with products, services and local employment. We should look to our local entrepreneurs, manufacturers and service providers as places to invest.

The world of global investment brings with it uncertainty, high risk and moral demands. Do we invest in sectors of the economy that do not meet our moral compass? The most profitable global corporations are also the most corrupt and immoral.

Child labour, unregulated waste disposal, immoral labour practices, wasteful recourse harvesting with no replenishment to the environment. Lots to think about.

Do you invest locally nationally, or locally/internationally in The Americas and Caribbean? Do you look at the decade’s fa-

vourite, investing in Asia and China? Will you support an unfriendly market such as China, or invest in specific preferable markets strategically in say India or Singapore? After all profit is only that...profit. You take it where you can?

Has the pandemic taught us to be more self-sufficient in all things? The pandemic showed us how cruel and uncertain international trade can be. The Canadian government contracted millions of vaccine doses from China, and what happens, but China tells Canada to screw off and uses the vaccines they made for their own citizens. makes sense, but also shows us how international and national politics will affect our bottom line.

Canadian firms need investments from Canadian investors. Self-sufficiency within the financial sector should direct us

towards Canadian Projects. The Ring of Fire is a huge investment possibility. The greatest deposits of needed minerals in the world, and an investor’s dream. Just getting to the mining fields requires massive investment into roads, transportation and employment possibilities.

Canadian technologies that can become the flavour of the month internationally are in need of investment also. Look to your local food service establishments as possible investing targets. If you cannot help a neighbour by helping yourself, you have to wonder, what’s the world coming to?

Spend your money wisely, looking for those investments that have tax reduction potential. The taxman will be upon us soon, trying to pay off our huge national debt through possible increases in every tax under the sun.

Another look at how China’s Social Credit Score System is now infecting North America MICHAEL THOMAS michael@carib101.com

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Did you know that there are over sixty surveillance cameras in the Haidilao Hot Pot restaurant in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada monitoring patrons and staff alike, and the footage is being sent back to China?

If not then stay tuned because all these cameras were installed by the influence of CCP (aka Chinese Communist Party), and more of the same is coming to a business near you soon, if you let it.

What could the reason be for all this you may ask? Let’s take a look at the CCP’s social credit score system and how it works.

Almost every aspect of life for the Chinese citizens has been controlled by surveillance; from buying a train or plane ticket to how much you are allowed to eat, where you can go, and who you interact with are all carefully looked at by the state to determine whether or not you are deemed a good citizen.

In 2014, the Chinese State Council under the CCP released the “Guidelines of Social Credit System Construction (2014-2020),”

which outlined the CCP’s goal of building a unique basic social credit system by the year 2020. That year has come and gone, and China is almost there in terms of completing this project.

A big part of this social credit score is a focus on businesses, but individuals are not left out of the equation. Folks are rewarded or punished based on their compliance or lack thereof, all based on their social credit score.

Speaking of punishment, it is important to know the rules of the game before engaging. The Communist Party of China or the architects of this social credit score, which has now landed on Canada’s doorstep, have a history of doling out death to its citizens who dodge or don’t accept the rules of their game, just a gentle reminder.

This same technology is what China uses to monitor, and what’s worse, persecute Christians at home and in other countries as well.

“What’s never been possible before, really, is a surveillance technology that enables the regime to ban private forms of religion,” said David Curry, Open Doors CEO.

China’s social credit score system has changed all of that; from hidden messages, to conversations, now even private meetings are no longer private.

“On top of that, they’ve also got this incredible array of geo-location data so that if you are trying to meet with certain folks in private, they can actually figure that out and begin to unwind some of those private reli-

gious communities too. When that’s paired with existing tracking systems, the government can build a frightening level of detail about where people have been and what they’ve been doing,” said Curry.

Curry told Christianity Daily that, “Technology, in the hands of evil actors, has massive human rights implications for everybody with a smartphone.”

As almost everyone has noticed lately even the churches are not exempt from this kind of monitoring and persecution.

China has 97 million Christians in the country, yet still tracking someone would not be too hard for the Chinese Communist Party once they get you into their database, because state-approved churches in China, such as those in Jiangxi and Henan provinces, have cameras enabled with face recognition.

At present, 415 million cameras are installed in China. These cameras are connected to the Public Security Bureau to instantly connect to other databases in the government and are eventually linked to the “social credit system” that monitors citizens’ loyalty to communism and its teachings.

In China churches that refused the installation of such cameras for “security reasons” were either fined or raided. Worse, churches were banned to operate like the Zion Church in Northern Beijing. The church’s 1,500 members were harassed at their homes, and at their workplace by police and state security officials.

What is worrisome is that China has been working to expand its influence glob-

ally, and as it does, it is also exporting its allpervasive systems for ‘protection and security inside countries it influences, Countries like: Canada, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, Laos, and Pakistan.

China’s history of human rights violations is known universally, and therefore, when other countries seek to adapt this system the intention and agenda is as clear as day.

Canada has introduced injection passports to its citizens, and there are lots of concerns from citizens about this, which includes questions like: • •

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Will it be required prior to economic participation, such as to work or enter shops?

Will people be stopped from doing something unless they can show their credentials because it is a symbol of economic viability, e.g., from renting or loans?

Will people need to show their valid status in order to emerge, and in that case will enforcement involve showing your status to police at checkpoints?

Will it become necessary for travel or passing through borders, and if so, which credentials and claims will be acceptable across borders?

Sadly, when the answers to these questions are unclear the real hidden answer could be called “Crimes Against Humanity.”

Brainable; a free program that teaches students how to protect their brain health PAUL JUNOR paul@carib101.com

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The introduction of Brain Heath in the elementary school curriculum in Ontario reflects the importance that is placed on it. At present, there is no widely accepted definition of brain health. It is defined according to the US Centres for Disease Control and Food Prevention as “An ability to perform all the mental processes of cognition, including the ability to learn and judge, use language and remember.”

The presidential advisory panel

of The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) defined brain health as “Average performance levels amongst all people at that age who are free of known brain or other organ system diseases in terms of decline from function levels, or as adequacy to perform all activities that the individual wishes to undertake.”

In an online article by Yongjun Wang, Yuesong Pan and Hao Li for bmj.com titled, “What is brain health and why is it important.” identifies three levels of functions that affect all aspects of daily life as: • • •

Interpretation of senses and control of movement Maintenance of mental and emotional processes Maintenance of normal behaviour and social cognition

The article defined further as “The preservation of optimal brain integrity and mental

and cognitive function at a given age in the absence of overt brain diseases that affect normal brain function.”

It is important to distinguish between brain health and mental health. Mental health, (according to Ontario Curriculum, Grades nine to 12, Health and Physical Education, 2015 refers), to “All aspects of a person’s well-being that affect his or her emotions, learning and behaviour.”

Brainable is a free program that teaches students how to protect their brain health and is taught in English and French.

It is beneficial to families because it helps to foster conversations and dialogue with respect to making smart choices for the developing brain. The Women’s Brain Health Initiative sponsors it. It has been featured on Breakfast Television and CBC Listen.

On Wednesday, September 8th, 2021, Gill Deacon (CBC Listen) interviewed Jade Crystal (Program Director of Brainable).

Crystal identifies steps that can be taken to

prevent the onset of diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia later in life; She lists the six pillars of brain health, which includes the following: 1.

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Parents, teachers, students and principals can sign up at the website: brainable.ca. Students will be taught by a qualified teacher in a 75-minute interactive session that teaches students what they can do to protect their brain. It supplements what is already taught in school and free materials are available to parents.

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Canadians who purchase cheap fashion from online retailers may be exposing themselves to potentially toxic chemicals SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

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“There were clearly products that were intentionally using lead and intentionally using it in a way that was well above what should be considered responsible or even safe.”

Joël Mertens Product Environmental Impacts Expert at the Sustainable Apparel Coalition I swear; if it is not one thing, it is another when it comes to our present societal and life situations. Now, I am learning that we are inadvertently being exposed to carcinogens and endocrine disruptors on a daily basis.

How you ask? Well, from cleaning products, perfume, personal care, and as it turns out, we also need to look inside our closets

It’s not a small problem: Clothing manufacturers coat their wares in seriously toxic chemicals at several different stages, from colouring fabrics to finishing pieces.

How toxins are found in clothing often means that trying to wash them out of the clothes we buy is like trying to “wash” pesticides out of conventionally grown produce: virtually impossible. Unlike food, the fashion space lacks a unifying regulator, like the USDA or the FDA (as corrupt as they might be seen), and the process of making clothes is complex and layered, so there are plenty of places it can go wrong, and frequently

does.

Experts are now warning of high levels of chemicals in clothes by some fashion retailers. Canadians who purchase cheap fast fashion from online retailers may be exposing themselves to potentially toxic chemicals.

What are endocrine disruptors?

According to a report put out by the NIH, endocrine disruptors are natural or humanmade chemicals that may mimic or interfere with the body’s hormones, known as the endocrine system. Endocrine disruptors are found in everyday products, including some food and beverage packaging, cosmetics, toys, flame retardants, and pesticides.

You are in contact with these chemicals everyday through diet, air, skin, and water. They can cause serious health problems related to: • • • • •

Reproduction Cancers Thyroid Obesity and metabolism Neurodevelopment

There are endocrine disruptors that include pesticides; perfuorinated chemicals, compounds that may replace BPA (bisphenol A, an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1950s) in the marketplace; and components of flame retardants. In addition, the drug diethylstilbestrol (DES) has been linked to an increased chance of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in grandchildren of women who used it during pregnancy.

Children exposed to high levels of PFAS had a diminished immune response to vaccines.

Long-term exposure to arsenic can disrupt metabolism, increasing the risk of diabetes

and other metabolic disorders. DES can alter the way genes are turned on and off in reproductive organs of mice, potentially affecting fertility and reproduction.

So, the question is, why are 20% of Canadian purchases of clothing and other consumer goods like bags, from sellers like: AliExpress, Boho, Shein, Zulili and others, being allowed into Canada when they contain/impart dangerous chemicals and endocrine disruptors. Our children are wearing these clothes and using other products that contain the same hazardous materials.

A Marketplace investigation found that out of 38 samples of children’s, adult’s and maternity clothes and accessories, one in five items had elevated levels of chemicals including lead, PFAS and phthalates. Experts find this concerning.

Scientists found that a jacket for toddlers, purchased from Chinese retailer Shein, contained almost 20 times the amount of lead that Health Canada says is safe for children. A purse, also purchased from Shein, had more than five times the amount that is considered safe.

Shein sent an emailed statement to Marketplace saying it had removed the purse and jacket from its app and would stop working with relevant suppliers until the issue was resolved. “We are committed to continuous improvement of our supply chain,” the company said.

Another product that has caused alarm is lead. According to Health Canada lead can cause damaging health effects to the brain, heart, kidneys and reproductive system. Children and pregnant people are more vulnerable, and infants and children are the most at risk.

What has been discovered is that the current regulations on phthalates are not strong enough in Canada. There are arti-

cles of clothing containing elevated levels of phthalates, a group of chemicals often used to make plastic more flexible.

There are also products like conventional cotton that are grown with genetically modified seeds and sprayed heavily with Roundup (in which the primary ingredient is glyphosate, linked to cancer) and other toxic pesticides and these persist in the fabric even after manufacturing. Many textiles also contain chlorine bleach, formaldehyde, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), PFCs (perfluorinated chemicals), ammonia, and/or other harmful chemicals. You can also add to that heavy metals, PVC, and resins, which are involved in dyeing and printing processes.

Another chemical concern that consumers need to be aware of is formaldehyde. It is mainly used to prevent wrinkles and shrinkage, and is used in natural fabrics like cotton, or anything that’s been dyed or printed. What you may not know is that it is carcinogenic.

It has also been found that the chemicals assessed can enter the environment through laundering. A 2019 study from B.C.’s Ocean Wise found that up to 4.3 million microfibers are shed in just one load of laundry.

There are other chemicals like PFAS that are not essential, and there’s suitable alternatives easily available, such as wax for water repellency, or newer, degradable chemical compounds with similar effects.

Scientists are calling for stronger regulations on chemicals being used on products in Canada. More attention should be paid to all chemicals; many of which are considered endocrine disruptors, and how they affect the Canadian consumers.

Walking to end violence; Mother’s Peace Walk Part I GLORIA O’KOYE

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On Saturday, September 25th, 2021, dark grey clouds covered the sky as people gathered around the Yonge and Bloor area. Some folks were prepared for the rain that was about to make its entry, while others had no clue but were still driven to come for the same cause, to support grieving mothers who have lost their children due to gun violence and bring an end to the violence that is terrorizing communities from across the city and beyond.

People from all walks of life were there together, having conversations and getting acquainted. The rain started to fall hard as different prayers and speakers spoke into the mic to start the event. Everyone hovered closely together sharing umbrellas and coats to keep each other as warm and dry as possible. Other protests were going on, but they marched in the opposite direction where the walk’s destination was located.

The roaring sounds of motorbikes filled the air as the members from the Out To Ride club and a few other riding clubs that were invited by Out To Ride started their engines. The organizers with megaphones spread out while shouting out heartfelt chants “Enough is enough!”, “Put the guns down!”, “We want peace!” and “Mothers are crying, children are dying!” as bystanders

and cars honked and cheered to show their love and support. Everyone held up his or her peace signs to show unity as we walked past Dundas Square. The bikes grabbed a lot of attention from the busy streets and phones and cameras were out to capture footage.

By the time we got to our destination at Nathan Phillip Square, the rain started to die down, the clouds slowly dissipated, and the sun came out. There was music playing by Dj Stefaunie alongside other people and sound systems under a decent sized tent.

Mothers have spoken about their stories for years while for some it was the first time they had built up their courage to share.

Some performers consisted of different ages that shared powerful statements and used their creativity to tell their stories. There were artists like Xentury Sam who lost loved ones to gun violence and is also a survivor. She brought tears to the audience’s eyes with her song “Pillow.”

Roche Dat Guy allowed us to dive deeper into his experiences with his song “Impressions” and there was also The Dying Thief that used his music and lyrics to address issues about violence. Spin El Poeta shared a powerful poetic piece called “One RIP Is One Too Many.” He had received consent from one of the mothers that he dedicated the poem to. The piece was well received and youth from different parts of the city came to connect with him. R.H. Adan shared her poem “PTSD” that shed light on how violence impacts beyond involved parties. A powerful youth poet, Jayda Marley, shared several poetry pieces and spoke her truth.

The walk had a great turnout and was around double the size of a previous event that was similar to this one. Families and individuals all across the Greater Toronto

Area, Ottawa, Hamilton, and Niagara Falls also had come out to support, along with eleven organizations; Build for Bokma, Red Balloon Foundation, H.O.P.E, One By One Movement, Dear Black Men, Mothers of Peace, Communities for Zero Gun Violence, Mending A Crack In The Sky, Develop Me Youth and Out To Ride. There was also mental health support that was provided by the Crisis Response Team from City Hall through youth peers called Community Peers.

I got the chance to speak with Louie March, founder, and director of Zero Gun Violence Movement a few days after the event and got him to share the vision and process of the planning for the event that Saturday.

I also got to know more about his organization and some memorable stories with some of his networks.

Zero Gun Violence started on June 21st, 2013, and it was a summer camp that aimed to clean up the city from violence within ninety days. As the days passed, they realized how deeply embedded the issues of tackling the roots of violence were and devoted themselves to the necessary work to make the city safer. When the Zero Gun Movement was first launched it had about six grassroots organizations come together, now there are around forty different organizations that are involved in some way shape or form to this date.

The idea of this walk was to focus on supporting mothers and those who are impacted by violence. It was to create spaces to show those who are going through grief and loss that they aren’t alone. Louie shared how a mother built the courage and confidence to speak about losing her son to violence because of the speakers that were being vulnerable, which shows how necessary it is as

a community to come together and use our voices.

There was a call out to organizations across the city that are doing the work, and the Crisis Response Team from the City of Toronto also involved with planning. Louie proposes a challenge to the Crisis Response Team to be more proactive about their approach and to initiate engagement to provide the best support. Organizations started to reply back and from June, there were frequent meetings to plan out all the details for the upcoming event. They chose the date because September 25th is the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.

I also asked Louie how he was able to get the Out To Ride riders club involved in the march, because he had shared his story at Nathan Phillips Square for all to hear. The first time Louie met Out To Ride was a few years ago at a community event at the North Kipling Community Centre. Louie shared how he saw about fifteen bikes come and when they took off their helmets, Louie said how they were giving off this energy that they were happy to partake in the event. He saw how they were interacting with the community members and were allowing children on their bikes for the families to take pictures.

One of the members came up to him and asked if he could take a picture of Louie and the event poster so he could show his parole officer what he had been up to. Louie agreed and thought it would just be the individual and himself in the picture, but all the bikers joined in and took a group photo together.

After the community event, Louie remained in contact with Out To Ride, and when planning the peace walk event Louie made sure to reach out and invited Out To Ride.

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Ontario’s future, both socially and economically demands a path of least resistance, a path towards growth and development. little with regards to economic planning.

Our provincial governments have left provincial growth, its direction and planning to developers, corporations and their marketplace. This system has failed Ontarians.

This system has not taken into account our environment, the population’s aspirations and dreams. This system works for the wealthy here and abroad. What Ontarians need is an economic system that allows our provincial government to plan its economic and social growth over time.

There is only one way Ontario can raise the necessary revenue to pay off its all-encompassing debt, while working towards the necessary expenditures of our province’s population. Ontario’s political parties must develop and instigate a planned expansion economically and eventually socially into Northern Ontario.

Our north is relatively untouched. Like a painter’s canvas, Ontario’s Government can plan and create entirely new communities, businesses, industries, and technologies in our Northland.

The land is inexpensive. Corporations, agencies can be enticed to participate in this expansion northward. The Ring of Fire exists in the North. Its exploitation needs to be well thought out and managed well. There is no foreign input needed here. Domestic capital welcomed.

Perhaps the Ontario Government can give financial enticements to our domestic industries to establish facilities, plants and offices. The movement of Ontario’s surplus population is needed here. Create the in-

STEVEN KASZAB steven@carib101.com

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Most assuredly Ontario needs to get onto a path of wealth creation for our public and private sectors. Our public agencies, municipalities and provincial debt remain large, and growing daily. Ontario’s personal debt is at an all time high. Spending by both sectors has remained neutral, that is to say that long-term gain has not happened. Home ownership is a pipe dream for most Ontarians. Long-term career building professions are now limited and hard to find.

What our parents were able to accomplish so long ago can be done again.

Home ownership, reliance upon longterm well-paid employment, an expansion upon the many professional careers of teachers, trades people, engineers, service professionals, builders and planners can be accomplished. An unprecedented growth of Ontario’s Economy can occur.

How?

A Governmental decision needs to be made, a policy that encourages, plans for a major shift in our economic system and its direction. Ontario has done

dustries and jobs, and the population will follow northward. Pre-existing communities will grow. With this growth will come the need for large-scale construction of buildings, northern designed homes and apartments. Police, firestations and schools will be built giving much needed full-time positions to our educated youth.

There is a chance to build a future with our growing communities. An expansion upon Ontario’s rail systems will be needed.

The Aboriginal community will partner with this effort, involving their population in every aspect of the North’s growth. A need to finalize our Aboriginal partners’ land claims will ensure a Northern Peace initiative of planned, well thought community growth. Revitalizing Ontario’s Northland and its many dispersed communities. We must make Ontario less isolated, and more integrated.

Distance must never be allowed to be an excuse for not solving a problem, for example, providing clean fresh water sources, and better larger housing options.

The housing crisis in Southern Ontario can be solved with this expansion northward. Well-priced homes of every type must be available to our population.

Ontario can become a champion of Northland housing technology, where natural technologies for heating and cooling a home can be perfected.

Senior living communities, where hospitals are combined with these homelike communities. No more ambulances

and travel time. Community colonies where our seniors, their families can live as one and also have their nurses and medical professionals immediately available.

Research institutes, which specialize in senior living, can be developed. The cost to do so would be far less in the north. Flexible living can be applied where an urban setting is fifteen minutes away from our northern scape.

The only way Ontarian’s can protect our environment is to expand northward. As long as decisions are made in urban settings, the protection, planning and management of our rural and northern lands will suffer. Remember, once our environment is polluted, contaminated and misused it is more difficult to return it to its pristine condition. The planning, consultation and management of our economy, environment and social advancements are not separate issues/portfolios, but one large complex one, integrated and combined into a life-giving force.

The terms I used, such as expansion, manipulation and exploitation are not in themselves threatening or negative.

The minerals and gifts that our land offers Ontarians can be used and managed for a long period. What we achieve in the process is most important; a bright future within a beautiful and exciting province for all.

Let me know what you think about this idea/concept. Its time is upon us, and the future of all Ontarians rest in your capable hands.

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I was invited to Patois restaurant located at 749 Dundas Street West to be part of a food pairing that was hosted by The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium, the owner of Patois Chef Craig Wong, and sommelier extraordinaire Beverly Crandon. Based in Parma, Italy, The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium knows Canadians are ready to sit down, have a drink, and dine with friends and family. To satisfy this yearning, they hosted a unique, epicurean experience that I can now share with you.

Food and wine pairings allow chefs and sommeliers to pair individual dishes with different wines to enhance the flavour of both the food and the beverage.

It is more of a subjective process than an exact science, leaving plenty of creative

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Each course included an expertly crafted food and wine pairing that improved the atmosphere and tickled the palate. At Patois, the food was presented in family style, which allowed for the guests to share and pass the platter around. It was most definitely a low-key grove, backed by smooth Caribbean reggae music to set the mood.

Chef Craig Wong is third generation Chinese-Jamaica, and he cooks some of the best curries, doubles, and Chinese noodles in Toronto, with Jerk chicken and chow mien being his signature dish. He has been featured in Elle Magazine, appeared in Blog TO as one of Toronto’s Top 100 Restaurants.

Working brilliantly alongside Chef Craig was the beautiful Beverly Crandon.

She combined her wine education; love of wine and work experience, to broaden wine appreciation and share her knowledge as the food and wine was paired together. Her overarching motto: wine should be inclusive and through that approachable. No one should be denied the pleasures of vino!

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They buy from just a handful of producers that they know personally.

I had the opportunity to sample a 12 month, 24 month, and 36 month parmesan, and was blown away by the sweet, salty, nutty, grassy, creamy and fruity flavours were perfectly balanced. I noticed a “crystal crunch” when I was sampling the 24 month Parmesan, which I learned is due to the tyrosine crystals, which only appear after at least 15 months of aging.

It was a food lovers experience that left all the guest to feel like in the future, they would be able to make an informed selection when they are perusing a menu, and pairing wines and food.

My take away from this exquisite taste experience: wine wines and great food; make for an irresistible fusion experience.

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How do we bounce back; let’s stop complaining and get to the solutions!

SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

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To say that the pandemic has changed the world would be an understatement. Over 1820 months, this pandemic has managed to upend day-to-day lives all over the world. It has changed how we work, learn, and interact with each other. We use phrases like “New normal,” (which happens to be an oxymoron) to indicate a life event that is out of the ordinary and has a long-lasting or permanent impact on our daily routines.

The term social distancing went from a phrase few people had ever heard, to one that is repeated all over social media, on the news, and in dialogue multiple times a day. Hearing it is starting to get on people’s nerves; we are just sick and tired of hearing it. We are also tired of hearing the same instructions over and over again and knowing that it has done nothing to flatten the curve as promised months ago.

Whether you are vaccinated, or unvaccinated, believe in masks or not, we are all tired of this pandemic, which is why when I came across an article written by Dr Paul Elias Alexander, PhD titled, “Failed lockdowns: a COVID-19 pandemic reopening plan going forward after 19 months, including for Delta variant and any other variants to come,” I said YES! This is something that I have to share with the community.

Who is Dr Paul Elias Alexander?

Dr Alexander is a former Assistant Professor at McMaster University in evidence-based medicine and has previously held positions of COVID Pandemic evidence-synthesis advisor to WHO-PAHO in Washington, DC (2020), and was a senior advisor to COVID Pandemic policy in Health and Human Services (HHS) Washington, DC for the US government.

In 2008, Dr Alexander worked as a regional specialist/epidemiologist for (WHO) in Europe’s regional office. He has also worked for twelve years as an epidemiologist for the Government of Canada, and was

appointed as the Canadian in-field epidemiologist (2002-2004) as part of an international CIDA funded, Health Canada executed project on TB/HIV co-infection and MDR-TB control.

From 2017 to 2019 Dr Alexander was at the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), Virginia, USA as the evidence synthesis meta-analysis systematic review guideline development lead/trainer.

He was awarded the Governor General Medal of Canada for academics and is currently an independent academic scientist and consultant. Overall, this is one of the most qualified individuals to provide scientific direction on how we in Canada, and all over the world can get back to where we were.

What has the world been witnessing (knowingly, or unknowingly) for the last 18-20 months?

Lockdowns, school closures, masking, mask mandates and all of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictive policies have all failed catastrophically. Experts have weighed in and the evidence is clear; governments did devastating things to their societies with illogical, unscientific, and unsound policies that will take decades to recover from. The damage to mental health of our communities, the consequential rise in hunger and poverty, the crushing effects on economies, the loss of education, escalated costs to healthcare, suicides, delayed and cancelled care for nonCOVID illnesses, the impact on crime, all of this at the cost of tens, if not hundreds of thousands of people.

What is troubling is that existing public health epidemic, pandemic guidance and disaster preparedness plans (WHO 2019) were already in existence and unbeknownst to us shelved. When you read these disease mitigation plans with laid out public health measures (non-pharmaceutical), you quickly understand that what was done for COVID-19 by global governments was drastically counter to what should have been enacted, revealing that our government leaders had taken actions that were not underpinned by science.

What are some of Dr Alexander’s suggestions?

Protect the Elderly Lockdowns badly harmed the elderly for it left them confined in their nursing homes

and extended the window of exposure to the virus for them. Our elders were subjected to repeated exposure from staff who brought pathogens into the confined settings and drove the hospitalizations and deaths.

Lockdowns thus reduced the movement of the younger low-risk persons to the same level of movement and mobility as the elderly higher-risk persons and thus equalized the chance of infection between the low-risk and high-risk (young and old).

There is no ‘one-size-fits all’ approach; Dr Alexander suggests using an agerisk stratified ‘focused’ protection approach, focusing only on those who are at risk; leaving the rest of society alone, and definitely our children.

Highlighting and Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles There needs to be daily PSAs on Vitamin D supplementation, on reducing obesity and on the positive impact on risk of healthy lifestyles, nutrition, exercise etc.; this includes improved hand-washing hygiene and improved sanitation.

No Mass Testing No mass testing of asymptomatic persons, only testing of symptomatic, ill/sick persons, including where there is a strong clinical suspicion.

Accurate Risk Assessment Messaging Message to the population that ‘we are not all at equal risk of severe outcome or death if infected, such that there is a 1,000-fold difference in risk between children and older adults; sixteen-year- old Aaliyah who is in good health is not at the same risk of illness as eighty-five-year-old grandma who has two to three medical conditions.

Isolate the symptomatic ONLY! No isolation/quarantine of asymptomatic persons, only isolation of symptomatic ill/sick persons, including where there is a strong clinical suspicion; no isolation of asymptomatic persons at borders; these have been very harmful, and have not flattened the curve.

Get rid of Mask Mandates No mask mandates, no mask use in school children, no mask use outdoors (it is nonsensical), make case-by-case decisions based on risk.

No School Closures, No University Closures Allow the vast majority of society (the healthy persons, the young e.g., children, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, older adults), the ‘well’, and those with no underlying illnesses, to continue living their daily lives as close to normality with reasonable common-sense precautions.

In other words, we do not impede the low risk of becoming infected and we leave them largely unrestricted with common sense safety precautions. We strongly mitigate the chance of infection in the high-risk.

We create a risk differential of contracting the virus that is skewed towards the young and healthy. And we do this harmlessly and naturally.

Remove Pharmaceutical and Government Liability Protections Those advocating for vaccinations must also have risks on the table. Thus, pharmaceutical companies, vaccine developers, and governments, along with the FDA, must remove the liability protections. No liability equates to no trust by the public and certainly parents. They must come to the table and if they stand by these vaccines in that they are safe, then they (all involved in the manufacture and the advocating and mandating of these vaccines) must remove the liability protections that they benefit from.

Proper Safety Surveillance The FDA and the CDC with vaccine developers must immediately implement proper safety surveillance systems for these vaccines. This must include data safety monitoring boards post vaccine, critical event committees, and ethics review committees, which at this time, do not exist. They would also serve well with a committee to review the existence and proper administration of ethical and fully informed consenting by the vaccine.

In closing, Dr Alexander pleads to our world governments to stop the drive to keep our people in fear; stop the mass media hysteria and fear about variants and mutations (as when viruses mutate, they typically mutate to much milder versions); moreover, there is no credible available evidence anywhere that the variants are more lethal, none. You can read the full report by finding this article on www.torontocaribbean.com

Ontario Teacher Unions respond to Government’s refusal to fund proposal to combat systemic racism PAUL JUNOR paul@carib101.com

TC REPORTER

There was much expectation that the Ontario government would be able to follow through on its plans to tackle systemic racism at all levels of the society. Under the previous Liberal government of Kathleen Wyne, there was the introduction of the Anti-Racism Act in 2017.

According to the government’s website:ontario.ca, this Act “Provides a framework for the Ontario government to identify and eliminate systemic racism and advance racial equity in the province. The legislation sets out requirements to maintain an anti-racism strategy and establish targets and indicators to measure the effectiveness

of this strategy.”

The Anti-Racism Directorate (ARD) since it was established in February 2016 “Works to eliminate systemic racism in government policies, decisions and advance racial equity in Ontario for Black, Indigenous and racialized communities.”

Since the election of the DougFord PC-led government in 2017, they have removed the minister responsible for antiracism, and subcommittees of the ARD. In addition, there was the elimination of the antiracism youth council, which was replaced by a newly formed Premier Council on Equality of Opportunity. There was a further reduction of $200,000 from the ARD’s budget.

Many have questioned the authenticity of the Ontario government in its quest to dismantle anti-racism. There has been much expectation that there would be significant progress in the Ontario public education systems with respect to the implementations of concrete anti-racism policies, unfortunately, four teachers unions: Association des enseignantes et des enseignants franco-ontariens (AEFO), Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO), Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association

(OECTA), and the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FESSO), have expressed concerns about proposed cutbacks in funding to Ministry of Education’s initiatives that were targeted to addressing systemic racism.

The four teachers unions released a joint statement to highlight their specific concerns. The letter states,

“While the Ontario government is on record as committing to legislative and system changes to ‘advance equal opportunity of Black, Indigenous, and racialized students,‘ we question how sincere this commitment is, given that it has turned its back on funding programs that have a proven impact and that shows evidence of lasting change. Their refusal to support our proposal and their lack of commitment to supporting effective professional development perpetuates and noramilizes the status quo. Historically, Black, Indigenous and racialized students have been discriminated against, both by the institution that is supposed to ensure that all students are treated equally and have the same opportunities for success and by those in government who continue to ignore calls for systemic change.”

The joint letter identifies specific objectives that professional development would have: • • •

Support teachers and education workers so that they could commit to creating anti-racist teaching and learning spaces Support teachers and education workers with programs aimed to guide how to move from intention to an action Support teachers and education workers professional learning by embedding equity and inclusive practices into their everyday practices.

The letter concludes, “In the important area of anti-oppression education, our organizations have acknowledged the critical need to support educators in their work to recognize racism in all its forms and combat discrimination at all levels. The Ford government‘s refusal to invest in our proposal is yet another disappointment in a long list of failures. Now is the time to take affirmative and drastic actions to address the historical oppression the education system has had on Black, Indigenous and racialized peoples.”

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So, what can you do to fight back?

It’s as easy as taking off “the mask” today!

BY JOHNATHAN FREELANCE REPORTER

laws with medical privacy, you do not need to show “proof”. you are exempt.

Not that you need “permission” to breathe freely, because that is stupid. But it is there, to make your job easy.

If you didn’t know, these are the reasons “masks” are bad:

I am shocked at the number of people in this province who still wear a mask. It is a year later, and they feel they need permission to take it off! How would you feel if you realized wearing a mask is making you a slave, making you stupid by suffocating you, plus a whole bunch of other things? Do you like being a slave? Or are you a free-thinking man or woman?

You obviously know what is happening is wrong. If you still shop with a mask knowing what is going on - take it off. do it. now. if you are a man - be a man. set an example.

Tomorrow go into any store, any at all and walk in. No mask. No fear. Be confident. If anyone questions you at all, tell them you are exempt. because you are exempt.

The masks are harmful to your health and in the legislature, it says if you have any kind of medical condition (i.e.: not breathing properly would be considered a ‘medical condition’) then you are exempt. And because of

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They are used for trauma-based mind control aka hypnosis. If you still wear one it is a “psychological” trigger to keep you in a state of fear. It also signals to others to “be afraid”. Take it off. Get rid of the trigger. It is keeping people in a hypnotic trance. You need to set an example for others too weak to think for themselves, and those that need the approval of others before taking actions.

They are a symbol of slavery. Yes, you read that correctly. Those that don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it. Do you want to be a slave? Do you like being a slave? Do you not care about ooh let’s say the emancipation act in 1863 in the USA with Abraham Lincoln? Or let’s say the “I Have a Dream” speech by Martin

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They suffocate. If you are actually restricting your breathing you are suffering from something called “Hypoxia” aka slow brain damage. If you want to become dumber over time, then slowly suffocating yourself is a great way to do so. Take it off and breathe oxygen. you do not need permission. In fact, I give you permission to think, and I give you permission to breathe freely. There you go. You are now free from your bondage.

They increase stress. You increase your cortisol levels aka stress levels when you wear one. Do you like being stressed?

Do you like having a shortened life? or would you like to be happy and healthy?

Then take it off.

Sprayed with toxic PFTE. This is a fluoride compound which causes brain damage.

Do you want to be dumb and stupid, or smart?

Satanic occult ritual. Yes, the “masks” are part of a satanic occult ritual. Basically a

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“symbolic” way of letting someone else take your “voice” away. Do you believe in God? Wouldn’t you much rather be on God’s side? Then take off the mask.

Bacterial growth making you sicker. Your warm breath makes a petri dish of crappy bacterial soup that you breathe in.

Nanobots/graphene oxide. Little tiny robots growing inside of you. Read up on patent #2020-060606. Designed to make you a controllable humanoid “robot” with 5G towers. Yay. Great fun, right?

Today, after reading this, the next time you go into a store, do this. If you’ve been wearing a mask, you WILL feel nervous. You’ll be wondering if you’ll “get in trouble”. Your palms may be sweaty.

Take a deep breath. March in the store with authority. If anyone challenges, you, state that you are exempt. Do your shopping. Go home. Celebrate your success of being a man or woman when you get home. If you need permission, you have my permission. You are free of your bondage. LIVE AND BREATHE AND BREATHE FREE.

The only love that lasts is the God type of love; Bishop Dudley and Joyce Bent Celebrate 50 years of marriage what they would say; it is God you brought them through.

I was honoured to be invited to the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Bishop Joyce and Dudley Bent, pastors at Faith Worship Centre located in North York, Toronto Ontario. August 27th, 2021 was celebrated with friends, family, and fellow Ministers from across the GTA, all there to recognize an unfounded love that has lasted the ages.

Bishop Dudley Bent was born and raised in Jamaica, and came to Canada in his early twenties. One day while fellowshipping, God spoke to him in a dream and this time he answered the call. In1976, he was ordained by the Pentecostal Church of God, and stepped out in faith to start his own work, first at Deliverance Temple Pentecostal Church of God, which has evolved over the years, and is now known as Faith Worship Centre. In 1991, he was elected as District Bishop for the South Central Ontario District and continues to hold this office. In 2006, he was elected as the National Bishop of the Pentecostal Church of God of Canada.

Pastor Dudley Bent founded and is currently the President of the Canadian Bible College and Seminary in affiliation with the School of Bible Theology, Seminary and University of California. It is his mission to help teach, instruct, and produce men and women who have a sound knowledge of the biblical principles of the Word of God. He has received his Bachelors, Master’s and Doctorate in Divinity and is a certified counselor and psychotherapist. He is a passionate educator and preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

He has a heart and compassion for people and understands that God has a plan and purpose for every individual. The essence of his ministry focuses on faith, worship, sound biblical teachings, and God’s impact and significance in each person’s life.

Joyce Bent, also born and raised in Jamaica, is a teacher, spiritual leader, and motivational speaker. She is the wife of Dudley

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To our family and friends, It meant the world to have you here today.

Thank you for the support, encouragement, love and laughter. We couldn’t be more blessed having friends and family like you in our lives and sharing this beautiful time. We are especially grateful for the distances that many have travelled to be here with us today. We hope you enjoy tonight’s celebration and those we’ll share for years to come.

Love always, Bishop Dudley Bent & Bishop Joyce Bent For those who have been married, you remember when you first walked down the aisle, people gave you marriage tips like, “Never go to bed angry,” and “Remember that you have to work together.” During the honeymoon stage, and maybe for the first few years, that advice for a long, successful marriage didn’t seem very pressing. Now with the rising number of couples calling it quits, grey divorces now account for 25% of splits, and the idea of till death do us part seems like a story found only in fairy tales.

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Bent and a co-pastor of Faith Worship Centre PCG in North York, Ontario. Joyce has served diligently in ministry since her childhood and began ministering the word in her late teens.

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Bishop Dudley Bent made an appearance in a crisp white suit, looking like he had just stepped off the runway at a Calvin Klein Fashion show. Bishop Joyce Bent did not disappoint; her first ensemble was a beautiful, gold floor length gown that twinkled and she walked down the aisle to meet the man that God had ordained for her. Later she changed into a sparkling, black number that shimmered as lights bounced off it. Their children, and grandchildren coordinated their outfits in a magnificent way, each of them styling it in their unique fashion.

After the traditional service, guests were invited to Paradise Banquet & Convention Centre to dine with the happy couple, and the night was spent hearing stories about how much this couple had touched so many people’s lives, and how they remained an example for the young and old alike. They danced to Luther Vandross, and their children entertained guests with their personalized entrance dance and music.

Local musical talents: Evangelist Reuben Smith, and Sis. Marjorie, serenaded them, and guests were dazzled by an interpretive dance performance by Marie Grant.

This event had everything: fireworks, smoke, great food and good music. By the end of the night, all who attended not only felt the love that radiated from the happy and blessed couple, but the love that came from every single guest who had come to witness the only love that lasts; the God type of love.

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New Collision Reporting Centres opening in the Region of Peel ADRIAN ADORE

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Reporting minor vehicle collisions will now be more efficient for road users in the Region of Peel. Peel Regional Police and Accident Support Services International Ltd. (ASSI) have developed a partnership to make it happen.

ASSI has provided high-quality customer service to citizens since 1994.

Through the installation of three new Collision Reporting Centres (CRC) within Peel Region operated by the highly

trained staff of ASSI, citizens using the roadways in Peel will receive access to the knowledge and support required to handle minor collisions not requiring police attendance.

The use of CRCs is proving successful in several jurisdictions across the province. Transitioning to the use of these safe, efficient locations in the Region of Peel to report minor vehicle collisions will result in our roads being cleared of collisions quickly, will reduce call wait times, and provide our officers with more time to focus on duties designed to increase community and road safety.

Peel Regional Police will continue to attend collisions involving criminal offences, incidents where property is damaged beyond that of the motor vehicle, and collisions involving serious injuries. All other collisions will be redirected to one of the three new CRC locations.

For those involved in motor vehicle collisions, Peel Regional Police Road Safety Acting Staff Sergeant Garry Rawlinson has the following instructions:

“At the scene, if it is safe to do so, remove your vehicle from the roadway.

Exchange information with the other driver/people involved, including independent witnesses. Obtain names, addresses, phone numbers, insurance and vehicle information, including vehicle plate number. As soon as possible, go to the Collision Reporting Centre with your vehicle. If your vehicle is driveable, you have 48 hours to report your collision. If your vehicle is disabled and you need a tow, the tow company will transport you and your vehicle to the Collision Reporting Centre directly from the scene.”

The Collision Reporting Centre will open Wednesday, October 13th, 2021

at the following locations: • Shoppers World, 499 Main St S, Brampton, • Peel Regional Police Headquarters, 7150 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, and • Peel Regional Police 11 Division, 3030 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga.

The hours of operation are as follows: • Shoppers World Brampton: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Weekends & holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., • Peel Regional Police Headquarters: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed weekends & holidays.

• Peel Regional Police 11 Division: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., closed Sundays and holidays.

FDA employee makes disturbing suggestions on how to deal with unvaccinated African Americans AMANDA WILLIAMS amanda@carib101.com

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Unsettling videos have been released exposing FDA economist Taylor Lee on multiple occasions, as he shares his thoughts on vaccinating minorities against their will. An undercover reporter captured the footage for Project Veritas in part 2 of a series called “COVID-19 Exposed.”

Project Veritas is a non-profit journalism enterprise exposing corruption, dishonesty, self-dealing, waste, fraud, and other misconduct in public and private institutions to achieve a more ethical, transparent society.

During a conversation with an undercover PV reporter, Lee claims he understands why there is vaccine hesitancy due to deep-rooted mistrust of the government. “I remember reading about how with Covid [vaccine] trials, they were having an issue recruiting African Ameri-

can people. It was because of a different medication the government tried to do that was specifically designed to kill African Americans.” Lee’s empathy ended there when he suggested going door-todoor and shooting vaccine-filled “blow darts” to unvaccinated African Americans. Lee inappropriately suggested some “Amazonians” could “get it done” for them.

“I think there needs to be a registry of people who aren’t vaccinated.

Although that’s sounding very [much like Nazi] Germany,” states Lee. He talks about shooting everyone with J&J since it isn’t an mRNA vaccine and claims that it won’t counteract with anything else.”

At one point, Lee even states, “I’m gonna go door-to-door and stab everyone [with the COVID vaccine], ‘Oh, it’s just your booster shot! There you go!”

Not only are Lee’s suggestions discriminatory, but also, they are deceitful, unethical, and criminal. From the start of the vaccine rollout, hesitancy has been an issue within the BIPOC community justifiably and it has been no secret.

Government bodies have spent a pretty penny in an attempt to convince and coerce people to take the vaccine; unfortunately, not much has been done to build

trust between the government, its health officials, and the BIPOC community.

In another instance, Lee also said he feels there is a problem of vaccine hesitancy in the illegal immigrant population, “But I mean, the undocumented immigration isn’t as much of an issue as like a lot of people make it out to be. I think the issue, again, is if it’s a large population of people who are going to choose not to get vaccinated because they don’t want to admit that they’re undocumented.”

Lee also mentioned that he believed that FDA scientists do not alter their research or data to fit a political agenda. However, he said the issue is not as simple as the integrity of scientists.

“There are political appointees [at the FDA] that are generally scientific advisors or are appointed by the president or the commission. They’re being paid based on if the other people are staying in power,” claims Lee. “Unfortunately, everyone ends up playing politics, but I don’t think that the career scientists are. I think that it’s the people that they’re unfortunately having to report to because these political appointees are being put in place, and that’s part of like the Senate confirms the people to then just pick their people.”

Project Veritas provided an opportunity for Lee to comment on his controversial vaccine-related statements, but he refused and was also recorded.

Despite openly sharing his ideas, Lee has been caught on film telling people that he cannot be quoted when speaking to an undercover journalist. The full video can be viewed on their website at www. projectveritas.com.

While Lee’s comments do not necessarily represent those of the FDA; however, it is highly concerning that anyone at the FDA would promote such sinister ideas or approaches. The way that he speaks of these ideas so casually shows his lack of integrity, and one can only wonder if this type of mind-set is a cultural norm within the company.

The FDA has a far from stellar track record with its financial interest at the forefront; research indicates that the FDA has a history of misconduct, fraud, and conflicts. Many would say that this incident should call for an investigation; while others claim Lee does not influence such policies or measures. Despite Lee’s position, this type of behaviour should never exist at any company, especially one supposed to be working for the general public’s best interest.

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African Fashion Week Toronto (AFWT) is the most anticipated diverse Fashion Week in Canada SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

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You don’t have to be a fashion designer or historian to know that some of the most popular styles of the day have a rich history and often have roots in Black culture.

It is why it comes as no surprise that African Fashion Week Toronto (AFWT) is the most anticipated diverse Fashion Week in Canada. This year they proudly celebrated their ninth consecutive year virtually from September 16th - September 19th, which ended with a grand finale Mannequin Exhibit featuring local and international designer pieces live at Nathan Phillips Square.

African Fashion Week Toronto is all about celebrating arts, culture, fashion, and creativity. In partnership with Afro Centre For The Arts, it was streamed virtually on Facebook Live and YouTube Live, and all eyes turned to one of Canada’s most prominent diversity events. For four days, AFWT became the heartbeat of the city debuting the latest collection from top designers and brands.

African Fashion Week Toronto provides an unparalleled level of brand exposure drawing hundreds of thousands of impressions and opportunities for brands to connect directly with their target market. AFWT has quickly gained industry recognition as one of Toronto’s leading creative platforms for fashion, art and beauty industries. As a premier event platform, AFWT offers their sponsors/partners the

opportunity to promote and market their brands in front of a large progressive audience, media organizations, celebrities, millennial influencers, industry professionals and consumers through fashion shows and networking events.

On Thursday, September 16th, AFWT held their Fashion Business Seminar, which featured a panel of diverse and notable industry professionals. At the seminar, the panelists shared their experiences and educated attendees on key strategies to succeeding in the fashion industry. They covered a variety of topics ranging from: distribution, manufacturing, marketing and retail.

This year they debuted their Student Designer Competition showcase featuring five fashion designers going headto-head for this year’s winning title. Student Designers had the opportunity to create and style some of the biggest names in Toronto’s news and entertainment including Tracy Moore host of Cityline, Stephanie Henry host of Breakfast Television, Patricia Bebia Mawa, President of Planet Africa, and Auntie Jillian, Reality TV Personality on CTV & TOME.

AFWT was excited to welcome world-renowned Botswana-based designers Black Thrash, St. Kitts & Nevis brand SLBclutches by Sanara Bussue, Canadianbased Nigerian label Ashiru Couture and the debut of lifestyle brand Ambition.

I made my way down to Nathan Phillips Square on September 19th and had the opportunity to speak to the team behind AFWT, and a few of the designers who made an appearance.

The first person that I saw was Brenda Foreman. I knew upon seeing her that she was someone that I needed to speak to. A savvy and vibrant livewire in the world of arts, fashion and entertainment is exactly who I encountered when I met Brenda. She is a certified image con-

sultant, personal brand specialist and entrepreneur. She has since spent the last two decades forging a professional glow up that truly sets her apart.

When you take a look at her resume, you can’t help but be impressed. She is the CEO and Founder of BStyled Image Consulting Firm, a premium styling concierge service, and professional development company that guides executives in communication skills and gainful, promotable self-branding; Creative Director of African Fashion Week Toronto (AFWT), internationally recognized as one of Canada’s major industry events for cultural fashion, art and beauty industries; Co-owner of Movazii, a high-end retail and rental service.

She took a few moments to share with me her AFWT experience. “Talk about challenges,” Brenda sighed. “COVID-19 did not do us any favours, but I am thankful for the great team that we have. This year we made it a family affair with my daughters not only helping me out behind the scenes, but also actually modelling for the designers. I am grateful to them for that, and it is great to see them so actively involved with the work that I do.”

I also had a chance to speak with Kyle Edwards of Pittbull Guerilla. He shared with me why he got into the clothing game, and what being at AFWT meant to him.

“I am about two years into the designing game, and it has been a journey. I always wanted to see certain clothing being rocked by the younger generation, and I always wondered, why does it have to be so expensive? Being invited to be a part of AFWT, allowed me to showcase my brand, and bring light to a new look in urban fashion.”

It was a pleasure running into Jamaican designer Stacy-Ann Vassell. She is the designer behind Nuyu by Stacy, and like Kyle, this was her first time making an

appearance at AFWT.

“I learned how to sew in my church basement,” Stacy tells me. “I started sewing costumes for Elite Dance & Company Inc., and my family recognized my talent, so they urged me to start designing more. My advice to young designers is to never underestimate your uniqueness.”

I was pleasantly surprised when I saw Isaac Ansah, Co-founder of African Fashion Week. I am proud to say that he is also a Windsor Alumni, and it was great to see him engaged in work he is passionate about.

“I won’t lie,” Isaac begins, “It has not been easy. Running an event like this with COVID-19 restrictions has proved to be challenging, but we have a dedicated, and loyal team that stuck through it all, and we were able to pull off a successful week.”

AFWT was made possible by their generous sponsors and partners including Afro Centre For The Arts, BlakMaket, Imagn Brands, B Styled by Brenda Foreman, PR Diva Communications, Angela’s Beauty Box, Ralph Media, School of Photography, The Kscope, Afroglobal Television, Elevate (formerly Design Exchange), The ROM, Elite Eventz Decor and Nathan Phillips Square.

You can stay up to date on the latest fashion trends and events by visiting AFWT on their social media platforms: African Fashion Week Website: www.afwt.ca Instagram: @africanfashionweek Facebook: @africanfashionweektoronto YouTube: @africanfashionweek Twitter: @AFWToronto Snapchat: @africanfashion Official Hashtag: #afwt2021

A new horizon in music; Part Two EUGENE PITTER eugene@carib101.com

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JAMAICA -- Living in the capital was not only a dream for the family of Fire Don, but others who moved from a board to concrete structure.

“My mother, Claudia Lewis- Hilton was a house-wife; dad was a pensioner and I was the one who had a fixed appetite in reading books because I wanted as much information as possible.”

The writing was on the wall that music was Fire Don’s calling when he met three talented youths who also had a calling for music. They formed a quartet of singers called “Black Rose.”

“What was unique is that we were the first multi-racial group of entertainers.

We did not have money to go to a studio, so we taped our original song, “Poorness” with lines: Mi poor people can’t tek di situation All wi fren dem waan ti go another nation Here Black Rose alongside pon di version.

This was a big breakthrough, for not only blacks but for reggae music. Everyone was fascinated about our range of voice and the message we delivered. From Da Mix studio to 103 F.M, the airwaves became the voice of good music. It brought us popularity and fame and Black Rose was opening acts at many concerts.

Our first recording (Poorness) became our biggest song, which went number one in Costa Rica. Other songs included “Love and Unity,” “Together as One” and “Black Rose.”

Show promoters were always seeking for us to be the opening act for Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Merciless, Red Rat performances in Costa Rica. The responses were great.

We won awards such as: Best New Up-coming Act, and New Up-coming Group. We also did a number of benefit concerts such as a telethon raising funds for the hospital for kids.”

The group lasted for five years, but Fire Don remained in music eyeing bigger plans. His signature was engraved on five albums on which he was featured: • • • • •

“Mr. Fire Don” on Radical 2 “My Best Friend” on Total Beat “Big Fire Burn” on Basic Elements “War” on Natural Lyrics “Power Play,” which appeared on One

Way On his trail to stardom Fire Don met an American who was the owner of Beats 106 FM the biggest reggae station in Costa Rica.

“He gave me a radio show to host called “Traffic Jam” to entertain motorists during peak hours. My performance led to additional duties of voicing commercials while being in charge of the recording studio.

My name and fame blew up. I started to learn the day-to-day operations of a radio station while promoters wanted me to emcee stage shows. This is how I came to know some of Jamaica’s top reggae dancehall reggae acts.

With such connections I began to organise my own reggae shows such as “Nights with Vibes” where patrons would pay to watch their favourite reggae acts.

The acts were well received and the shows were promoted all over the island of Costa Rica.

Call it too ambitious or whatever you may, but there was the urgent zeal to have my own radio station so when Beats 106 FM became a TV station I got the additional experience.”

The transition was fast and furious.

“This is a twenty-four-seven radio station which plays all types of reggae music infus-

ing the cultures of the Caribbean and fully endorsing several individuals who have helped out with sponsorship.

Dalton Williams of Knackoutt production was one of my first clients who sent me music to promote on my station.

These were from Jamaican artists including Dexta Daps and TeeJay.

Then, there was Shawn Prendegast, a record producer and one who invested in my Voice Over Radio and TV. Prendegast is the producer of Rod Pinnock’s mega song, “It’s A New Day.” The video is one of the most requested on my station.”

Fire Don has also helped in promoting the Big Stone Benefit Concert to raise well-needed funds. Claude “Big Stone” Sinclair’s illness requires surgery costing millions of dollars.

Meanwhile, in Germany, Falkonection artiste/producer, radio and TV host, was attracted to Voice Over Radio after appearing at a stage show in Costa Rica.

Falkonnection, CEO of Upper Entertainment, has described this publicity platform as “great” pulling others to the Fire Don forum.

“For the next five years emphasis will be centred on keeping alive the Caribbean culture, while increasing our presence, not only in Central America but worldwide.”

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Kidz Make It; Who says learning can’t be fun?!

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“These kits are well aligned with what my daughter is learning in class. I’ve definitely noticed that she is doing better in school since we started our subscription!”

Cherise Chambers “My favourite thing about these kits is seeing my son enjoy learning new things.

He’s so proud of what he makes, and he loves exploring the new activities in each kit!”

Tina Mclean These are just a few of the outstanding reviews for Kidz Make It, an activity-based subscription box for schoolchildren ranging from kindergarten to grade five. The exciting monthly kits feature a wide range of curriculum-centered DIY activities that perfectly combines traditional education with experiential learning. The activities included in the box intend to facilitate the five domains of learning: physical, cognitive, social, emotional and language.

Alaina Lopez, the president of the company and an early childhood educator with over two decades of experience in working with kids, noticed disparities in the way children were learning in classrooms. Personally, as a mother of two herself, she felt that kids learned best when playing and doing things first-hand. She noticed that kids were not actively engaging and often felt alienated from course material because it asked them to just sit and observe – a task both demanding and difficult. Alaina felt that the curriculum did not include students as an active part of the learning process, and that was something she aimed to combat.

“There’s learning in everyday situations and everyday life. We’re so focussed on getting homework done and how children have to learn one way. I think that’s what I’m trying to move away from,“ says Alaina.

The COVID-19 pandemic is what gave her the drive to execute her plans, after witnessing the disconnect between students and online learning.

“When we went online, I’d be sitting in classrooms and teachers would be like go and get this and bring this back… and it was like where are they going to get these materials? Parents are working. They can’t stop in the middle of the day to pick up construction paper and scissors. There was something missing there, and we needed to stop and reel it in. We were not connecting with these kids at all. With all of the struggles families are facing with online learning, I just want to be able to give back.”

Curated alongside a dedicated, all-Black executive team, Kidz Make It was designed to help families effortlessly navigate through the school year and provide children with creative materials to inspire students through experiential learning.

With a total of ten activity kits to complement each month of the school year, each kit has its own exclusive theme and experience. Separated into two distinctive levels, children in the level one program (kindergarten to grade two) can expect to receive kits that reinforce fundamental skills such as coordination, reasoning, and motor skills, while children in the level two program (grade three to five) will receive kits that reinforce prior learning as well as challenge them to think in new and innovative ways.

The month of October’s kit, entitled “Fun with Letters” aims to help students develop reading and writing skills through a variety of activities. Depending on the level, young minds can soar with a plethora of items which could include word searches, canvases, paint, reading level books, a box of alphabet pasta and much more! Alaina also anticipates an-

nouncing an additional Halloween themed kit in upcoming days.

“With my [October] kit, we’re including sight words. A child should know at least fifty sight words for reading by the end of kindergarten, and a lot of parents don’t know that their children don’t.

So, when a teacher is asking them to read books and these words were never identified to them, everybody’s lost. And then the child now has self-esteem issues that can grow into other issues such as lack of confidence in school and bullying,” Alaina says.

She continues. “I know of so many children that are failing and reading below certain grade levels, and it gives them social anxiety and that hinders their growth in school. It’s up to us to work together as educators and parents to help with that, because they’re just kids. All of these things for me are why I need us to work together for the betterment of the child, and that’s what I’m hoping to do with these kits.”

As an educator, Alaina also has experience in behavioural studies as well as working with children that have special needs. As a compassionate mother, she’s constantly speaking with other mothers and allowing them to offer feedback and suggestions, as her products are completely fueled by her surrounding community.

Her future goal is to be as inclusive as possible, and she’s already working towards ideas of developing kits for children with learning disabilities and even creating kits in different languages.

“The sky is the absolute limit with these kits because I’m so passionate about helping families. I want to be able to show parents that we’re teaching children every day. But we need to understand how we’re doing it and how to make it fun.”

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5 types of cakes to (re)discover Whether you have a major sweet tooth or just enjoy the occasional dessert, here are five irresistible cakes you can make at home or pick up from a local shop.

A brief guide to fondue sets Whether you serve up meat and vegetables, cheese and bread or chocolate and fruit, fondue is a great option if you want to have a fun, interactive meal with loved ones. Here are some features to keep in mind if you’re shopping for a new set.

SIZE You can find fondue sets able to accommodate between two and eight people. While you should consider the size of your family — as well as the possibility of sharing a meal with additional guests — keep in mind that it can be harder to maintain fondue at the desired temperature in a larger pot.

MATERIAL Fondue pots come in a variety of materials, each with properties that suit certain needs better than others. For example, cast iron retains heat very well, making it ideal for meat fondue.

Stainless steel, however, is lightweight and won’t break. Be sure to opt for a pot with a nonstick coating on the inside to make cleaning easier.

1. ANGEL FOOD CAKE Light as a feather, this ring-shaped cake is made with flour, sugar and egg whites — no butter! Enjoy it with fresh fruit, whipped cream, chocolate sauce or ice cream.

Finally, while most fondue sets include long forks, certain models also come with other practical accessories such as small ramekin di­ shes and a revolving stand.

TYPE One decision you’ll have to make when choosing a fondue set is whether to opt for an electric model or the traditional pot that sits over a burner. The latter has the advantage of working even if there’s a power outage. However, it’s easier to control the temperature of an electric pot, which is practical if you alternate between types of fondue.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY FONDUE If you have young children, look for a fondue set that has non-skid rubber feet and a cool-touch exterior. Keep in mind that electric models are less of a fire ha­ zard than ones with a burner.

2. SWISS ROLL CAKE This unique type of sponge cake is slathered with jam, icing or whipped cream before being rolled up. A common iteration is the decadent yule log served around Christmas.

3. POUND CAKE This cake is traditionally made with a pound each of flour, butter, eggs and sugar. Ideal for teatime, it may be flavoured with orange or lemon and dusted with icing sugar.

4. UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE Baked in a pan with its toppings at the bottom, this moist cake can be made with apples, pineapple, rhubarb, peaches and more. Serve it with vanilla ice cream or maple syrup.

5. BLACK FOREST CAKE This German classic con­ sists of chocolate sponge cake layered with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and cherries soaked in kirsch (a type of sour cherry brandy).

6 tips to make your fruits and veggies last longer Does your produce tend to go bad before you have a chance to eat it? Here are a few things you can do to help keep your fruits and vegetables fresh.

FRUITS 1. Only wash berries (and core strawberries) just before you eat them to stave off mould.

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Store fruits that progas (avocados, apples, separately, as they cause nearby faster.

If you want to treat yourself to these or otherethylene desserts, visit duce the bakeries bananas, etc.) and pastry shops produce to spoil in your area.

3. Leave fruits that you want to eat right away on the counter, and put the rest in the fridge to slow down the ripening process. Alternatively, you can store fruits at room temperature until they’re ripe, and then put them in the fridge so they keep.

VEGETABLES 4. Remove the leaves from carrots, radishes, celery and other leafy root vegetables before you put them in the fridge. Otherwise, the leaves will draw moisture from the rest of the plant and cause it to wilt.

5. Wrap cut vegetables in a damp cloth, and place the bundle in an airtight container to prevent them from drying out.

6. Store garlic, onions and potatoes in a cool, dark place

rather than the crisper drawer.

If you still struggle to eat all of your fruits and vegeta­bles in time, remember that most produce can easily be added to smoothies, soups, muffins, stir-fries and more.

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RADHEYA KARNA Spreading social awareness through art!

One of the best ways to spread awareness about social issues is through art! I had the privilege to speak to this amazing individual, Radheya Karna, about the journey of self-discovery, and also using art as a way to have the audience take a deeper look into themselves and the things that are happening around the world.

“Can you share with us a bit about who you are, your story, and which art forms you practice?”

“I grew up with many advantages: a loving family, physical health, great education. I studied at a prestigious university, which led to a successful career in corporate America. This path provided material rewards but did not satisfy a deeper hunger. I had lost touch with purpose, and passion. My spirit was dying.

Ten years ago I shifted direction. I stopped playing the role that others expected. What do I care about?

I wondered. What makes me feel alive?

I have always enjoyed writing and started to write more. The writing evolved into spoken word. I began performing at open mics.

A comedian friend asked me to open for his show, which became a three-week engagement. I was hooked!

Something burned inside! I needed to share my ideas, emotions, and observations with a larger audience. So I found a producer in Los Angeles, who paired my vocals with some cool beats, and voila! We produced my first album. The album contains ten songs, each of which relates to current social issues: race,

coronavirus, immigration, and cancel culture, among others. The songs are very disruptive. They ask the audience to step away from personal bias, step away from conventional narratives, and simply observe what is happening.

Once we see clearly, we can decide how best to move forward.”

“When did you first realize that you were passionate about creating music? How long have you been a practicing artist?”

“I have always been a writer, but strangely, I never saw myself as an artist. For many years, I thought of myself as a businessman; Serious, taciturn, and frankly boring. Eventually, I realized that this self-image was suffocating my vitality and creativity. I would alternate between anger and depression, and I was making myself physically and mentally ill. My passion for writing and music has awakened in the last ten years and more recently has exploded.

In the last three years, I have written fifty spoken word pieces, performed at open mics, performances at universities, opened a show for a comedian friend, produced an album, created an avatar to represent the music, and built a full social media presence. It will not just end there because so much more is coming! I am working on graphic novels related to each song and YouTube discussions that expand on the music. I’m excited and grateful for the journey so please connect with me to stay in tune with my upcoming works!”

“Who inspires you and motivates you in your art practice?”

“In terms of music, I appreciate artists who speak plainly and inspire emotion through the force of their words. Gil-Scott Heron, a spoken word artist who is considered the father of hip-hop, is a huge inspiration. I love Ice Cube. His voice and lyrics feel like a physical assault! More recently, Dax and Tom MacDonald combine thoughtful lyrics with exceptional delivery.

On the personal side, I have a mentor who is like an older brother. He has shaped my ideas of success and has helped me reconnect with my passion and fire. Overall he has been a huge influence on my art and my life.”

“What were some obstacles that you had faced as an artist?”

“The biggest obstacle has been authenticity. When I write, I feel tremendous freedom. I record whatever ideas and emotions cross my mind. As soon as I started to perform, my head got in the way. I was trying too hard and the words lost their power and sincerity.

Gloria, it has been challenging just being me! Speaking from the heart makes me feel self-conscious because I’m so used to playing a role and trying to please other people. The producer I worked with has a knack for reaching into you and pulling out your most authentic self. We hit the recording studio every day for two weeks and it took me two days just to get out of my way!

To stop trying and just be! The recording process broke me down. At times I cried, at times I screamed in frustration.

In the end, we created an album that

brings my words to life.”

“Can you share what inspired you to write your latest track ‘Modern Slavery”

“Modern Slavery’ was one of the first spoken word pieces I wrote. I had been reading about Trump’s immigration policy and reports of children at the border, separated from their families. Can you imagine? Young children, the most vulnerable among us, are ripped away from their support system.

Unable to articulate their basic needs.

I felt angry, sad, disgusted. The words came out in frenzy, a torrent of imagery and emotion. I wrote the lyrics in one shot, one giant paragraph that I later revised. The song provides a fictional account of my first day in America. It contrasts my hope, and excitement, with the reality of U.S. immigration policy. Regardless of whether immigrants come here legally, or illegally. How can we treat people that way?

Here’s a link to my YouTube video that discusses the song in more Credit: Marsala Gueye detail: Photo youtu.be/mDYTL_rdTqk

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Pre-diabetes is common, and importantly, reversible W. GIFFORDJONES MD DIANA GIFFORD-JONES COMMON SENSE HEALTH

Pre-diabetes is like an alarm clock. You can hit the snooze button and go back to sleep. Or you can use it as a signal to get up and get active.

But what exactly is pre-diabetes, and how do you know if you have it? The condition occurs when blood sugar levels are consistently higher than normal, but not yet to the level for diagnosis as type 2 diabetes.

High blood sugar is caused when cells can’t respond normally to insulin, a hormone made by your pancreas that acts like a key to let blood sugar into cells for use as energy. Higher demands to make more insulin overwhelm the pancreas, leading to pre-diabetes.

A 2019 study showed that

“Among Canadians 20-79 years of age, 12.4% had pre-diabetes, and 7.5% had diabetes. Among all diabetes cases, 37.3% were undiagnosed.”

In the U.S., the Centres for Disease Control report, “Approximately 88 million American adults, more than 1 in 3 have pre-diabetes. Of those with pre-diabetes, more than 84% don’t know they have it.”

A simple blood test is all that is needed to diagnose the problem.

Knowing you have pre-diabetes is critically important. It provides time to get serious about preventing full-blown disease with all the complications. Prediabetes signals risk of type 2 diabetes, but also heart disease and stroke. Prevention will always be better than cure, particularly when it’s possible to reverse circumstances with lifestyle changes.

Isn’t this better than facing a lifetime on insulin and prescription drugs that bring all kinds of unhealthy side effects?

Hearing the cold truth can be helpful. As one patient reported, “I was shocked. My doctor had been warning

me for a while that my blood glucose was getting higher but now, I had a sense of reality about it.”

Nonetheless, be wary of the doctor. There’s a tendency for doctors to default to drug prescriptions when common sense changes to lifestyle would reverse the problem.

First, cut excess sugar from the diet. That means, no more soft drinks, candy, sweets and baked goods. Look at labels to identify sugars where you might not expect them. Reduce portions at mealtimes.

Second, commit to a regular exercise program and adopt a new mindset about everyday opportunities to be active like walking instead of driving and taking the stairs instead of escalators and elevators.

Third, ask family members and friends to support you. Use one of the many apps freely available to help you monitor your progress.

Despite this simple formula for reversing the onset of type 2 diabetes, the news is not good. Studies show up to 30% don’t make lifestyle changes and

eventually develop type 2 diabetes.

It is a huge mistake to do nothing. Calorie reduction and exercise can decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes by 59% over a three-year period, according to one study. People report that their knees, feet, and back feel better. Anxiety levels go down. Benefits also include a decreased risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, foot damage and possibly Alzheimer’s disease.

In the final two columns of this series, we’ll share information on “glycemic control”, another term for managing your blood sugar levels within a healthy range. New natural products are available that offer a complementary approach to diet and exercise and research shows remarkable results.

Samuel Johnson once remarked, “Nothing sharpens the wit so much as the knowledge you’re going to be hanged in the morning.” So, remember, if a doctor says, “Your blood sugar is borderline for diabetes,” it’s a stark pre-disease warning.

You should do something about it before it’s too late.

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COMMUNITY

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7 types of kitchen waste that can be reused In many households, the kitchen is a major source of waste. Fortunately, you can reuse plenty of items to extend their lifespan or keep them out of the gar­bage altogether.

Here are a few suggestions.

Eco-friendly ways to keep warm in winter Depending on where you live, you may have no choice but to turn on your home’s heating system to stay warm in winter. But did you know there are several ways you can minimize your impact on the environment without limiting your comfort? Here are some things you can do.

ADJUST THE THERMOSTAT For every degree you heat your home above 20 C, your energy consumption goes up by two to five per cent. Therefore, it’s best to keep the indoor temperature between 18 and 21 C. If you’re still a bit chilly, a knit sweater and woolen socks can help keep you cosy.

REVERSE CEILING FANS While you should set your ceiling fans to spin counterclockwise in the summer to create a cool breeze, reversing them to a clockwise di­rection in the winter will provide an updraft that recirculates heat downward.

STOP ANY AIR LEAKS To compensate for drafts, your home’s heating system needs to work harder and use more energy. You can locate air leaks by holding a candle near exterior doors, window frames and electrical outlets. If the flame wavers, apply weatherstrip or window film to seal the leak.

MODIFY YOUR DECOR Another way to improve insulation around your win­dows is to hang thermal or blackout curtains. And if the tile or hardwood floors in your home are always cold, lay down rugs to keep your feet warm and help create a cosy atmosphere.

Keep in mind that taking these simple steps to help protect the environment will also lower the cost of heating your home.

It’s a win-win situation.

1. Roots and stems. Green onions, bok choy and herbs, among other vegetables, can easily be re­planted to grow fresh produce for future meals.

2. Vegetable scraps. Collect potato peels, celery leaves and other scraps in the freezer until you have enough to boil and strain to make broth for soups.

3. Hard bread. Turn stale bread and the end slices of a loaf into seasoned croutons, breadcrumbs or French toast.

4. Eggshells. When crushed up and added to soil, they provide calcium for your plants. Alternatively, place larger pieces at the bottom of a pot to improve drainage.

5. Apple peels. These scraps can be used to make everything from oven-baked chips and infused water to homemade apple vinegar, syrup, jelly and cider.

6. Butter wrappers. Save them so you can grease pots and pans with the remaining bits of butter that cling to the wrapper.

7. Plastic mesh. The net bags that hold onions and citrus fruit can be balled up and used to scrub dishes.

Keep in mind that most of the organic waste in your kitchen can be composted.

Check to see if your municipality has a collection service.

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The commerce of talent DANIEL COLE

daniel@carib101.com

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

You’ve probably heard the word, “Talent is as cheap as table salt.” Well, a talent is only cheap if you don’t understand the commercial value. When people tell me, Daniel, ‘Talk is cheap.’ I say to them it depends on who is talking. “If you want to know how cheap talk is, try inviting Anthony Robbin to speak at your event.” I hope you get the point. The idea is, everybody is born with an inherent gift, talents or skill, and each of these talents has commercial value. Although talent alone is never enough, it is a traded talent that counts.

Talented and gifted people need

to learn how to bring their talents and skills to the marketplace. Don’t be a fan of the same thing you are gifted to do. A talent or skill that is not traded will not be recognized and rewarded. The world is a “Marketplace” Everybody is trading something, knowingly or unknowingly.

You are good at singing, don’t sing your entire album to your friends and families alone. Don’t sing all your albums in the bathtub. Get to the studio and show the world what you’ve got. You’ve once dreamed to be an author, start with one page per day. It is only traded talent that benefits the world, not abeyant brilliant ideas. Don’t write all your books on scraps of paper. Don’t deliver all your speeches as a gist to friends

Take your talents to the marketplace. There are more than seven billion people on the planet; at least 1% need what you have to offer.

Give expression to your potentials.

Pay attention to your gifts. How can you trade your talents? Firstly, undergo necessary training to give you clarity on how

best you can maximize your potentials. Get relevant training that is in alignment with what you can do best. Do you know how to write well? Great, why not organize a writing master class. And see if people will not pay to attend. You know how to play musical instruments so well, great, why not organize classes whereby you train others how to play. The beauty of gifts is in the ability to transfer them to others and get rewarded while doing it.

For your gifts to be commercially viable or recognizable, you need to build a brand around them. Brand what you love to do. A coach once said to me, “The world will not reward or recognize you for your similarities; the world rewards you for your difference.” Your gifts are your key difference factors; build on them. Your gift is what makes you unique; your packaging is what will determine people’s patronage.

Additionally, you need to understand your market. Who needs to know what you know? Why do you think they need it? And how can you get it across to them? You need to understand the govern-

mental laws and policies that govern what you do. Do you need to register with a professional body to operate? Do you need to get a license? All these are necessary to stay functional and relevant. Talent by itself does not equate to wealth it is traded potential that brings reward. Money hides in talents, but you must understand how to trade them. Keep showing the world what you are made of.

“Wealth flows to those who produce, not those who consume.” There is a product in you that the world has not seen.

There are services you can offer, that the world will pay you for. But do you understand the commerce element of your talents and skills? Take your talent to the marketplace. Most importantly, always make sure you balance a good attitude and character with talent and experience. When you combine talent with training and trading, it becomes a treasure. Don’t die with a book full of ideas. Don’t be a fan of the same thing you are born to do.

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Getting ready to go home; Reliving my past trauma SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

HUMAN SPECIALIST

As I sat there and looked around, I couldn’t help but feel this twinge of sadness. I looked at the girls busying themselves getting dinner ready. The usual evening routines had begun to play out; some girls were in the kitchen, some were in the back room, and some girls were playing cards and dominoes in the main room.

I sat there looking around; what an experience it had been. It brought me back to my first day there; how I felt. What a difference. The feeling can only be explained as indifferent. I couldn’t quite place what I was feeling. I guess relief might be the closest feeling to describe it.

I was snapped out of thoughts by someone calling my name; “Simone.” It was Angella. She was standing there with a plate in her hand. “Are you ready to eat? I made your Angella special.”

“Absolutely!” I felt so filled with love. These women had taken me in and protected me. I was really going to miss them.

We sat together laughing and

joking throughout our dinner. We did our clean up, and Andrea let me sleep in her bed that night. As I closed my eyes, all I could think about was my parents. I was looking forward to seeing them. I was looking forward to seeing my boyfriend. I didn’t know how my life was going to be when I got home, all I knew was that I was going home.

“Simone!” Andrea was shaking me gently.

“Simone! You have to get up. We have to get you ready to leave.”

I shook the sleep off and sat up.

The day was here. I was going home. I rolled out of bed, grabbed my clothes and went to take my shower. As I was showering, I imagined what it would be like to shower in hot water again. My mind wandered to thoughts of being home. To be able to sleep in a bed, eat real food.

I quickly dried off and put on my clothes. Andrea was sitting in the room waiting for me.

“Let’s get your makeup done, it is almost time Simone. Are you excited?”

“I don’t know what I am feeling yet Andrea,” I responded. “I won’t lie; it all feels so weird.”

We sat and chatted quietly. We talked about staying in touch, and I promised to write to her and send her some money. As we were chatting, I heard the sound of the guards coming towards the

house.

“It is almost time Sim!” I ran into the bathroom to look at my face. She had done a great job. I looked at my face and finally saw the Simone that I recognized. I straightened my back, and adjusted the messy bun I had put my braids in.

When I came out of the bathroom, the guards were in the main room waiting for me. I picked up my bags and turned to look at Andrea who was standing by the gate watching me. I walked over to her and gave her a big hug.

“Thank you Andrea; for everything. Please say bye to the girls for me. I am going to miss you guys.”

“Bye Simone! We are going to miss you. Please take care of yourself, and don’t forget to write.”

I turned around and walked up to the guards. They pointed for me to walk ahead of them, and I carefully stepped around the mats of the women who were still sleeping. Some had woken up and had started their day. Others were just starting to stir.

As I walked out the main gates of the home, I glanced back. I knew that memories of this place would stay with me forever. I turned back around and headed towards the main building. The next part of my journey was about to begin, and I could feel my anxiety kicking in. It was time to go home.

Still think astrology is fake? Laughs In Mercury Retrograde GARCIA AKUA

garcia@carib101.com

COSMIC CORNER

Greetings Cosmic Family! I hope you are all doing well as we continue to transition through these changes. October 4th, 2021, we all had a shock to find many of the social media sites were down. Some went into frenzy as their favourite scrolling pages were not accessible to post or to find out the latest tea, info or simply be distracted.

For those of us that keep up with the changes in astrology, we were not as worried. Mercury retrograde is in full force and if you remember from our past discussions, Mercury heavily influences technology. When a planet is in retrograde it appears to have slowed down and with this decreased speed it appears as if the planet is moving backwards.

When this happens, it is an indication for us to also slow down and move inwards and reflect on the energy the planet represents. We should also pay attention to the zodiac sign in which the planet is slowing down, in this case it’s Libra.

Libra is the sign of balance and harmony. It is the sign that influences our relationships, be it friendships, business partnerships as well as our intimate relationships and spouses. Ruled by Venus,

Libra also calls money and us to bring balance and value to love.

With technology, Mercury also rules communication, thought and shortterm travel. Retrograding in Libra; this is a time to look at how we relate to love, money and relationships. How much value do we place on love, money and effective communication? Where do we feel aligned to these things and where are we feeling out of balance?

The shut down on Monday exposed a lot in regard to the way we communicate and how much value we really do place on social media/technology.

For some it was a nice break to retreat from all the online noise. For others, social media is a key factor for their online businesses; it’s a way of engaging and communicating with their audience.

However, for those that have become addicted and have developed a co-dependent relationship with social media, Monday’s shutdown felt like the longest day ever, although the shutdown was for about 5-6 hours. This generation has become so dependent on social media for everything from shallow self-esteem boosting to alternative information you might not find anywhere else. The clicks and likes are literally rewiring our minds and thought patterns. The constant bombardment of images, opinions, theories and sometimes just plain fluff takes up space in our minds and psyche. The shutdown was good in many ways to give the mind a break from the influx of information.

How do you think clearly for yourself if you are constantly being told

someone else’s story and opinion? How can you seek clarity to find your own truth if you are constantly bombarded with others? Our self-esteem should not be tied into how many likes we get or emulating someone else’s “goals”. Slow down! Plug out sometimes, it’s not going to kill you.

Even for those that run businesses online, many of us left the corporate world so we would not need to feel like slaves to the system. We were tired of corporate greed at the exploitation of our time and energy. However, many have left that environment only to be slaves to their own selves. We still haven’t learned to value our time and ourselves.

If we stay engaged with our audience on a regular basis, it is clear they understand that social media is down in which we cannot engage. We can always use that time to do other things for our business or simply relax.

This is the last Mercury retrograde of the year. Mercury is saying get your mind right! With all the never-ending changes we are already enduring it is more important than ever that we have a clear mind, so we make the right decisions. Our values will dictate our thoughts and actions. Are your values truly in harmony and alignment with your thoughts and actions? Where do you feel co-dependent or out of balance? Tell yourself the truth. If you believe in astrology or not, we were all locked out of social media and that exposed a lot of our values.

You still think astrology is a joke, I’ll keep laughing in Mercury Retrograde, lol.

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Ontario changing curriculum to help all Ontarians gain a better understanding and respect for Indigenous perspectives PAUL JUNOR

paul@carib101.com

YOUTH EDUCATION

The announcement by the Ontario government on Tuesday, September 29th that it will introduce mandatory new Indigenous curriculum came as a surprise to many. It was released in a press release titled, “Ontario to Strengthen Mandatory Indigenous Learning in School Curriculum,” which can be seen at the website: news.ontario.ca.

It will be added to the social studies curriculum that the government is in the process of finalizing. The press release indicates that it is collaboration between “Indigenous partners, Elders, Knowledge

Holders and education stakeholders.” There will be an expansion of the aboriginal content in the curriculum, which will result in more lessons based on First Nation, Metis and Inuit content.

The Ontario government hopes that these changes will “Further strengthen mandatory learning in residential schools and foster greater understanding within the province’s education system of the intergenerational legacy borne by Indigenous families.” This expansion will be in addition to the changes that the Ministry of Education has currently underway with respect to curriculum modifications that began in 2018. This was initiated as part of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action.

The press release states that there will be $23.96 million that will be spent on Indigenous education to ensure that Aboriginal students are supported, and to reflect the Ontario government’s steps towards reconciliation. Furthermore, “The Ontario government’s work will ensure

that First Nation, Metis and Inuit perspectives are reflected throughout the province’s curriculum. Currently, the province’s curriculum includes mandatory learning in: Social Studies, Grades 4 -6, and History in Grades 7,8, including mandatory learning in residential schools in Grades 8 and 10.”

The areas that will be strengthened in the Grades 1-3 social studies curriculum will ensure that compulsory Indigenous teaching will enable students to learn about: • • • •

The role of family and resilience in First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities and nations First Nations, Metis and Inuit historical and contemporary realities Indigenous people’s interrelationships and connection with the land The residential school system and the reclamation and revitalization of identity, language, culture and community connections

Ontario Minister of Education, Stephen Leece states in the press release, “We are committed to recognizing the contributions of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit individuals, communities and nations to our province while learning their histories and cultures. Including Indigenous content and voices in Ontario’s curriculum along with mandatory learning on residential students' well-being and advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

We are also investing more to support Indigenous students, with the aim of boosting graduation rates and enabling opportunities for the next generation of Indigenous students.”

Minister of Indigenous Affairs, Greg Rickford states, “We are investing in culturally appropriate learning for Indigenous students and enhancing opportunities for all learners to increase their knowledge of First Nation, Inuit and Metis histories and cultures to help all Ontarians gain a better understanding and respect for Indigenous perspectives.”

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Time Is Ticking GLORIA O’KOYE

gloria@carib101.com

CREATIVE SPEAK

Time waits for no one, No tears No calls.

Most stubborn of all illusions, It will move on Long after something is gone.

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Keep trying at budgeting; It may be hard at first but keep trying!

Tara Mayers debuts her book Kingdom of Budgeting for Women

Time will watch successes and failures On the sidelines, But have a poker heart So no one can tell.

No one will know if Time has a heart on its sleeves, No one will know if it just laughs instead.

Time gets all the attention, And used as an alibi to save one’s skin.

Time is fought over When a life is at stake.

Time gets taken for granted But it will get the last laugh, When those who don’t put respect On Time’s name Start to fill with what if’s and regrets.

Time gets overlooked in history, A history doomed to repeat and oppress itself.

Time watches species in their prime Boast and make a fool of themselves Oh Time, Others wasted energy and resources In order to tame you When they should learn to appreciate And work alongside you Instead of wanting to plot against you If only everyone overstood the power You have Oh Time, They would never underestimate you.

But just as Life itself It usually too late Before they recognize your value and worth

geting for Women.

LA SHAWNA GRIFFITH lashawna@carib101.com

SPOTLIGHT FEATURE

All of us have taken a different journey through life. We all have different sets of goals and drivers, a different set of filters through which we view things.

So, when putting forward a budget, we have to first decide what our goals are for the coming year and there are usually a few and then figure out what resources and initiatives we need to hit those goals.

As easy as these sound, setting a budget for yourself can be messy. It’s fraught. It’s stressful. In a word, it’s complex.

Thankfully, there are people in the world who are skilled at these types of things, and Tara Mayers is that person.

Twenty-nine-year-old Tara Mayers is the debut author of the book Kingdom Bud-

The book, which she penned this year, was created to help women propel their lives forward.

“Kingdom budgeting for women was penned to share the tool of budgeting with women as a way to propel their lives forward. Even though the book was written for females, it doesn’t exclude males. The information is for he or she who wants to share in this journey. The kingdom aspect seeks to use kingdom principles in a practical way so that we all can see the fruits of our labour. It teaches discipline and sowing seeds. It embraces investments and seeks to charter a new course of life in our finances. It is a must read.”

Mayers, who is a former graduate of the Combermere School and holds a Bachelors of Humanities in Spanish and French said her book Kingdom Budgeting for Women is being released this month and persons can follow @houseofem. power for updates.

But did Tara always know that she wanted to be an author?

The answer to that surprisingly is

no! “No. Writing was not on my mind in the earlier years, as I was more so involved in fashion and design, which are my passions. I also own a décor business.”

The qualified educator who holds a Diploma in Education from Erdiston Teachers College said one of the takeaways people can get from her book is how to become better at budgeting.

“The takeaway definitely will be to keep trying at budgeting. It may be hard at first but keep trying. Bit by bit it will get easier, and you will be able to see changes and track improvement. I want women to tell another woman to purchase this book for a young woman who needs it. As this book touches on budgeting using kingdom principles. It encourages prayer, as well as how to write out one’s budget. It includes how to plan for supermarket trips and how to plan. It really is an everyday essential and guide. The writing process was completed in a year.”

Her book, which was released on September 20th, is available on Amazon by searching ”Kingdom Budgeting for Women” - Kindle edition by Mayers, Tara. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks on Amazon.com

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5 tips for raising children in a bilingual environment

7 cell phone etiquette tips In today’s world, cell phones are every­ where you look. However, sometimes using your phone can be distracting, rude and even dangerous. Here are seven ways of minding your mobile manners.

1. Put your phone away during meals. If it rings, ignore it or excuse yourself and take the call in another room.

2. End conversations before you pay. It’s rude to expect to be served by a cashier or restaurant worker while you’re talking on your phone.

Contrary to what some people may be­ lieve, raising your children in a bilingual environment won’t create confusion or lead to delays in speech development.

In fact, doing so can increase mental flexibility and heighten creativity. Here are some tips for raising children in a bilingual environment.

1. Children up to the age of seven learn languages more easily and can deve­ lop strategies to simplify their unders­ tanding of grammar. Start young, re­ cognizing that it’s never too late to learn a new language.

2. Surround them with bilingual friends and family who can encourage them to have conversations in their second language.

5. Don’t use your phone in meetings. It’s distracting and shows that you’re not pay­ ing attention to what’s going on.

6. Turn your phone off when required.

There are certain places where you shouldn’t use your phone like the mo­ vies, hospitals, waiting rooms, libraries and churches. At the very least, remem­ ber to turn your ringer off to avoid dis­ rupting others.

3. Lower your voice. Never shout when you’re on the phone, especially when you’re in public.

7. Be present. It’s common for people to turn to their mobile devices in uncom­ fortable situations and when they don’t know what else to do. Using your phone as a crutch will prevent you from enga­ ging with others.

4. Never text and drive. It’s dangerous to take your eyes off the road for even a few seconds. There are laws against this prac­ tice for a reason.

Being courteous applies to how you use your cell phone. Always be polite and res­ pectful, and try to set a good example for others to follow.

3. Reading aloud to your children helps with language development. Make sure to read to them in both lan­ gua­ges.

4. Use technology to your advantage.

Look for television stations and age-appropriate podcasts in both langua­ges. In addition, many smart­ phone apps can help your child prac­ tise their language skills.

5. Consider enrolling your children in a bilingual school. In particular, immer­ sion programs help promote profi­ ciency in both languages.

Keep in mind that learning a new lan­ guage is difficult, and mixing up words is a normal part of vocabulary develop­ ment. Be patient, and in the end your children will be fluent in both tongues.

How to make decisions as a couple It can be hard enough to make decisions on your own, let alone as part of a cou­ ple. However, most people in romantic partnerships are faced with making big choices together over the course of their relationship. While it’s normal to have different opinions on things, it’s impor­ tant to work co-operatively to come up with solutions. Here are some tips to help you make decisions as a couple.

• Listen to their opinion. Always be open to hearing your partner’s perspective.

Try to understand their point of view before making a final decision.

• Examine pros and cons. Make an ob­ jective list of your options and assess the pros and cons of each. This can help you observe the facts and come to an informed decision together.

• Work as a team. Take time to work through the issue as a unit. Always strive to come to a genuine agreement.

• Focus on a common objective. Setting shared goals can help you and your part­ ner stay on the same page and make mutually beneficial decisions.

• Compromise when necessary. Some­ ti­mes you need to give a little in order to maintain harmony in a relationship.

If there’s no clear win-win decision, con­ sider coming up with a compromise.

If you’re still having trouble coming to a consensus, consider talking to a psycho­ logist or marriage counsellor. A trained professional can help you work through your differences and come together as a team.

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The Gambler JAY BRIJPAUL brijpaul@carib101.com

REAL ESTATE PRO

Recently, I was listening to Leroy Van Dike’s song, the Auctioneer and I realized that I needed to brush up on my auctioneering skills. On housing, the liberal government plans on getting rid of blind bidding. Currently, we cannot disclose what price another buyer wants to pay. As such, buyers often overbid for a home due to the uncertainty. With open bidding, transparency is there but I don’t know how a live auction on house bidding will address the main housing issue - shortage.

Condo sales exploded last month. Buyers are flocking to new condo developments with the hope of getting a piece of the action. Over the last decade, those who gambled in real estate became rich. Mary-Beth, a speculator made down payments on three to-bebuilt townhouses in Windsor about nine months ago. Her initial deposit on each was $10,000. Her original purchase price then, was $425,000. The builders are now selling the exact property for $670,000 each. Her combined down payment of $30,000 made her a profit of $729,000 in nine months. I always felt that speculating is gambling, and I usually advise my clients not to gamble. However, it appears as though I am wrong. With this kind of profit, Mary-Beth won the bet. I will listen to Kenny Rogers song, “The Gambler” from now on - “If you’re gonna play the game, boy you gotta play it right.”

Assignment sales, where buyers can sell their purchase of sale contracts, are becoming increasingly popular. This is more commonly known as ‘house flipping’. Mary-Beth can sell her purchase contract to another buyer and keep the profit. Greed is good in real estate. Easy money has turned many speculators into mega millionaires overnight. It is the new gold rush of the twenty first century in GTA. A bunch of factory workers pooled

their money and bought a few new constructions. Within three years, they quit their factory jobs and became investors.

The rules of real estate are thrown out the window, lock, stock, and barrel. Flipping is big business.

Speculators are depleting the stocks, creating scarcity. Innocent end users are paying the price, caught in bidding frenzies. Many first-time buyers are pushed to the sideline. To get on the train, they are using their down payment money to buy newly built homes. This is now trendy. With a pool of hungry piranhas, builders are releasing properties in small batches, and in doing so they are able to keep prices high. Speculators, for an extra fee paid to the builder, can sell their contracts to other buyers for a colossal profit.

There is another side to speculating. What happen if the housing market changes direction? I have seen a few downturns throughout my thirty plus year real estate stint. The first was around 1991. Two years prior, there were long lines of speculators buying up homes.

They reinvested their profit to increase their portfolio. The tide changed and, in a flash, the greedy ones lost everything. I guess, greed is not always good. Canada has not have a recession in a long time, but we know that inflation is stripping our income. Debt levels are climbing, and we will eventually reach a breaking point.

Housing was a hot button in the last election. I am certain that the government will implement laws to curb speculation. This will then have a domino effect and the condo market will retract.

If you are in the market looking to buy a newly built condo, be careful. If the market changes, you must be equipped to weather the storm. This is a great way to build some wealth, especially for first time buyers. Instead of having your savings in a GIC at low interest rate, consider buying a pre-construction condo.

If the market continues to climb, you will be building equity and in the event the market drops, you are still ahead of the game. You can move into your new suite as a homeowner and not a tenant.

Long term, real estate outperforms many other types of investments.

Unlike the stock market, you do not need all the technical analytical tools to make the right decision. The best real estate investments are small homes in mature neighborhoods. Over time, the land value will appreciate, and new homes will sprout. Once this happens, the prices will skyrocket.

The recent pandemic brought about scarcity in almost everything. Suppliers now realize that they can make more profit with less products. The sup-

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Investing in real estate is a sure bet but if you are a gambler then, “you got to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away and know when to run.”

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How to turn your bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary Do you want to transform your bathroom into a relaxing oasis? If so, here are a few easy and inexpensive ways you can convert this room in your house.

you declutter and organize your bathroom so that it’s more peaceful. Hang some shelves, mount a towel rack or add some baskets for extra storage.

• Swap your fixtures and hardware.

Add high-end gold fixtures and hardware to your bath­room for a luxurious look. You can also spray-paint your existing pieces for a budget-friendly fix.

• Choose calming colours. Paint is an easy way to transform your bathroom. Choose pale neutrals like white, beige or taupe to create a serene environment.

• Upgrade your showerhead. Invest in a waterfall showerhead or one with massage capabilities. Not only will it upgrade the look of your bathroom, but it will make your time in the shower more enjoyable.

• Add storage. Sufficient storage can help

• Install a light dimmer. Dimmer switches allow you to adjust the lighting in your bath­room to create the perfect ambiance.

Don’t forget to incorporate soothing accessories and calming scents. Add plants, cand­les, artwork and soft towels for a truly spa-like experience.

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4 ways to create a hygge home Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is a Danish word that expresses a feeling of cosiness, comfort and well-being. It’s a way of life that was created to deal with the cold, dark winters in Denmark. Central to this lifestyle is an inviting home. Here are four ways to bring hygge into your living space.

1. ADD SOFT LIGHTING Lighting can impact the atmosphere of a room in a big way. Replace bright, overhead fluorescent bulbs with soft side lighting. In ad­dition, include plenty of candles. The flickering flames will create a relaxing ambiance that’s central to the spirit of hygge living.

2. FEATURE THE FIREPLACE The fireplace is a vital component of Danish culture. Make yours the centre of your home. To invoke that hygge feeling, light a fire and gather with your family around its toasty glow. If you don’t have a fireplace,

many streaming services have fake fireplace channels that you can display on your television instead.

3. CHOOSE WARM COLOURS Paint your space using warm or neutral colours, such as browns, creams and whites, and add natural wood furniture to create a serene and peaceful space.

4. CREATE A COSY SEATING AREA Hyggekrog means cosy nook. It’s the ideal spot to relax with a hot drink and a good book. All you need to create a comfortable seating area is a decent armchair, soft blankets and fluffy cushions to curl up against.

Hygge is also about togetherness and spending time with family and friends. Be sure to invite your loved ones over to enjoy your hygge home.

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WEEK OF OCTOBER 10 TO OCTOBER 16, 2021

ARIES

The luckiest signs this week: ARIES, AQUARIUS AND PISCES

You’ll be handed all the urgent problems at work. At home, you’ll have to trust other family members with the housework. Your great strength is to bring loved ones toge­ther and lighten the mood with your smile.

TAURUS

Before you get started on a new project, it’s important to acquire all the necessary information. Even if you don’t have a ro­mantic weekend planned, you won’t be able to re sist temptation if the occasion pre-sents itself.

PUZZLE NO. 746 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 746

HOW TO PLAY :

GEMINI

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

A few changes are needed if you want to experience growth or stability at work. Be bold enough to sign up for training that will lead to a more interesting position. Any changes will be good for you right now.

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.

CANCER

It’s all about the details. How you dress and present yourself will have a signifi­cant impact on how your career unfolds. You have a tendency to spoil yourself, and your friends will be quick to encourage you.

LEO

PUZZLE NO. 36

In terms of your health, you should re­ceive some excellent news. You’ll finally find the right treatment or medication to suit your needs and improve your quality of life. At work, the emergencies always fall on your desk.

VIRGO

49. A martial art 53. What’s the big ____?

55. Baby bear 56. Dark breads 60. Swedish soprano Jenny ____ 61. Ailing 62. Carbonated beverage 63. Lays turf 64. Sandra or Ruby 65. Camel’s feature

ACROSS 1. Chefs’ vessels 5. Not amateur 8. Actors in a play 12. Proofread 13. Basketball’s contents 14. Previously 15. Look closely 16. Vacation hot

spot 17. Fairy-tale monster 18. Pronoun 21. Munch 22. Beat 25. Fashion’s Lauren 27. Naval agreement 28. Themes

32. Fishing boat items 34. Corn portion 35. Petition 39. Young cat 42. Charged atom 43. Lustrous fabric 46. Capsize 48. Wilder’s “____ Town”

DOWN 1. Vigor 2. Verse type 3. Fasten with string 4. Remove 5. Make the grade 6. Fully matured 7. Voiced 8. Dove’s comment 9. Heavenly visitor 10. Small leftover piece 11. Molars, e.g.

19. Sock part 20. Cook in oil 22. Sun-bronzed 23. Needle’s hole 24. Gathered 26. Deadly snake 29. Adjust, as a

clock 30. Took a load off 31. “Roses ____ Red” 33. Go down the slopes 36. Untruth 37. Chunk of eternity 38. Additionally 40. Squid’s squirt 41. Chipmunk’s food 43. Dirties

44. Video’s partner 45. Current style 47. Roost 50. Battery fluid 51. Regulation 52. Equal to the task 54. Commercials, for short 57. “____ Only Live Twice” 58. Nightmare street of film 59. Weaken

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 36

Your powers of seduction will increase expo­nentially, and very interesting people will be attracted to you. You’ll easily expand your client base, to the delight of your boss, whose turnover will double thanks to your interpersonal skills.

LIBRA

You’ll discover that you’re an exceptional and irreplaceable person in the eyes of your boss. This will increase your salary and al-low you to imagine a better future. In your love life, the scope of your plans will match the depth of your feelings.

SCORPIO

You’ll turn long days at work into moments of happiness. You’ll burn off some excess energy by having dynamic conversations with loved ones. You always have the best ideas to improve disccussions with others.

SAGITTARIUS

Whether it’s to settle a precarious financial situation or make a major purchase, you’ll successfully negotiate a loan that will pro­vide you with a better quality of life. As for matters of the heart, a more sustained de-monstration of love would be welcome.

CAPRICORN

When it comes to matters of the heart, you may have to adjust your goals with your significant other. In your relationship, and elsewhere, be careful not to hog the blan­kets and always look for ways to share. At work, keep an eye on the details.

AQUARIUS

Avoid missing out on sleep this week. If you’re tired, your concentration will wane and your health will be more fragile. You’ll be struck by creativity, and you’re sure to complete a great masterpiece.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS USE AMERICAN SPELLING

PISCES

You’ll spend a lot of time on social media, and many friends will try to connect with you. A family obligation will get you back on track.

You’ll discover a new art form that completely captivates you.

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Three money lessons every parent should teach their kids CLEVE DeSOUZA cleve@carib101.com

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One of the most important jobs of a parent or caregiver is to help children establish healthy habits that will prepare them for lifelong success. From catchy songs and rhymes that teach a toddler how to brush and floss their teeth correctly to reminding your teen for the thousandth time to wear their seat belt, parents play a monumental role in getting kids ready for whatever life throws at them. But are we, as parents, including essential lessons about money into the mix?

A survey, conducted by the Canadian Financial Customer Agency, states that: “an astonishing 80% of Canadian youths were not confident in their financial knowledge.” It goes on to reveal that this might be due to there not being any form of consistent personal finance curriculum being provided across all Canadian provinces. While we rely on schools to educate our children on many things, it seems that personal finance is an area where more needs to be done at home. Here are three money lessons that every parent should teach their kids, to help set them up for healthy financial habits.

Lesson #1 - How to work within a budget Budgeting money is something that many people struggle with, particularly young adults. However, teaching this money lesson to your children helps them to build understanding of the concept, along with a confidence to do it successfully. It also allows them the opportunity to fail, if necessary, in an environment that is safe and carries little consequence in the long term.

So, what does a lesson in budgeting look like? Here is an idea to help you get started: •

Give your child an allowance, and then help them divide it into a budget. Many people like to allocate a percentage for saving, a percentage for spending on a need and then a percentage for spending on a want. Be sure to assist kids with making these calculations and then becoming their accountability partner.

Lesson #2 - How to understand the time value of money If I asked you whether you would rather have a penny doubled every day for thirty days or a million dollars, many people would quickly pick the million-dollar option. However, a little math would reveal that if you chose the doubled penny, you would net over ten million by the end of the thirty-day time frame. This fun exercise helps to demonstrate the importance of the time value of money. For a very practical way to put this into practice with kids,

consider this idea: • Open up an interest drawing savings account for your kids. Provide them with a seed deposit or let them invest their own money. Each time they receive an interest payment from the bank, track it and discuss how the money is growing. Encourage them to add more and see it grow too.

Lesson #3 - How to save for something big Begin by explaining that many times we want to purchase something that we don’t have enough money to buy right now. In order to be able to buy it, we have to set back money in increments until we reach our goal amount. Depending on the age and interests of a child, walking out this lesson could take a few weeks or possibly years. Here is a great way to apply this lesson: •

Discuss a savings goal with your child to purchase something “big” they want to buy. Begin tracking the progress to the goal, discussing challenges and setbacks that occur along the way.

Skills for a bright financial future Every parent wants their children to thrive, and grow into healthy adults who are financially stable and secure. By taking time to incorporate these simple money lessons into your child’s daily life, you will be helping them build skills in a key area that be key as they grow and mature.

4 ways local entrepreneurs uplift their communities Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), which runs from November 8 to 14, is an annual event that aims to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs, innovators and makers from around the world. It’s also the perfect opportunity to recognize the contributions that local entrepreneurs make to your community. Here are four good reasons to support local entrepreneurs this November.

munity and strengthens the area’s economy.

1. THEY CREATE JOBS IN THE AREA Local entrepreneurs create new and exciting job opportunities in the region where they live. This helps keep money in the com-

3. THEY SHAPE NEIGHBOURHOODS Local entrepreneurs play an important role in shaping the character and identity of their communities. The products and ser-

2. THEY GET INVOLVED IN LOCAL EVENTS Local entrepreneurs live and work in their communities. Consequently, they take pride in volunteering, making charitable donations and participating in festivals to make their community the best it can be.

vices they offer contribute to building meaningful relationships with tourists and locals alike.

4. THEY OFFER PERSONALIZED SERVICE Local entrepreneurs are tuned in to the needs of the people in their community.

Therefore, when you shop locally, you can expect to get friendly, personalized service that you won’t find anywhere else.

This November, consider supporting the local entrepreneurs in your community.

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3 tips for sharing the road with snowplows After a period of heavy snowfall, you’ll likely see snowplows out on the streets in full force. To stay safe, it’s important to be patient and give these vehicles enough space to do their work. Here are three tips for sharing the road with snowplows.

1. KEEP YOUR DISTANCE Snowplows have a lot of blind spots, which can make it difficult for the driver to clearly see other road users. Make sure you’re visible by giving the snowplow enough room on all sides.

2. AVOID PASSING Although you have every legal right to pass a snowplow, it can be a risky manoeuvre.

It’s safer to just be patient and stay the course. When trying to overtake a snowplow, you risk being momentarily blinded by a gust of snow, which could cause you to veer off the road. Besides, the freshly

cleared road behind the snowplow is likely a lot ni­cer to drive on than the road in front.

3. ADJUST YOUR SPEED Do you get frustrated when you’re stuck behind a slow-moving snowplow? Try to keep your cool and remember that it’s essential for the plow to maintain a moderate speed to effectively do its job. Similarly, when two or three snowplows are spanning the road, it’s not to annoy you or prevent you from passing. It’s actually to avoid creating dangerous windrows in the middle of the road. It’s in your best interest to let these vehicles do their job.

In addition, remember to always pay attention when you’re sharing the road with snowplows, and be sure to avoid cell phone use and other distractions. Drive safe this winter!

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4 driving mistakes to avoid in winter At times, driving conditions in winter can be treacherous. Consequently, it’s important to always remain vigilant when you’re behind the wheel. In addition, try to avoid making these four dangerous blunders.

1. USING CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control function on your car and slippery roads don’t mix. In fact, instead of slowing down your vehicle if it loses traction, this feature will accelerate your car to ensure it maintains a constant speed. This is a recipe for disaster, as you could easily lose control.

2. RUNNING ON EMPTY If you park your car outdoors with a nearempty tank of gas, condensation could form in your tank and freeze. This could damage your car’s internal mechanisms. In addition, if you get stuck in a traffic jam or unexpected si­tuation, you could easily find yourself stranded.

3. CHANGING LANES UNNECESSARILY By changing lanes, you risk skidding on a patch of black ice or sinking into a snow drift. Overtaking another vehicle is especially dangerous on bridges and overpasses, as these freeze quickly due to their increased exposure to the elements. It’s best to simply stay in your lane when driving in severe weather conditions.

4. RELYING SOLELY ON ALL-WHEEL DRIVE Although vehicles with four-wheel drive generally react well in bad weather con­ditions, they don’t automatically keep you safe. It’s important to always remain vigilant when driving on winter roads.

Avoiding these mistakes can help keep you and other road users safe. In addition, make sure you maintain a safe following distance and adjust your speed to suit the road conditions.