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In celebration of Antiguan filmmakers and the culture of the island, the Commfest Arts and Culture Festival was held at the Lucie & Thorton Blackburn Conference Centre in the Distillery District.

The festival ran from Oct 12th -15th and featured more than a dozen films within those days.

The night included food, live performances, a discussion panel and a premiere screening of Dr. Noel Howell’s Little Rude Boys. A primarily Antiguan panel, it included the feature’s director Dr. Howell as well as Commffest Executive Director Sandie De Freitas, recently

sworn in Upper House Senator Daryll S. Matthew, TeleFilm financier Dan Lyon and Ophthalmologist Dr. Alvin Edwards.

Consulate General Ann Marie Layne was also in attendance to support the growing festival with journalist Clifton Joseph, who would later perform a spoken word piece, as host of the night.

They each spoke about the many challenges they’ve personally witnessed when a movie is looking for funding or promotion. “It’s hard to produce films in the Caribbean. Films and movies take years to do…places like Antigua where the government doesn’t

JELANI GRANT/TORONTO CARIBBEAN have funding, most of these filmmakers you see from the Caribbean are independent,” Joseph said. Most people in the Caribbean who are passionate about creating films know they will most likely have to do everything regarding the production of the film, on top of regular director responsibilities. Dr. Nowell said the film took about six weeks of production to complete but was finished at least five years ago, demonstrating the difficulty of bringing a movie to an audience.

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Allyson R. Trunzer Fight For What You Want

Written by Alyssa Mahadeo Toronto Caribbean News

Allyson R. Trunzer is a biracial, Toronto-based artist of Antiguan, Barbudan, and German descent.

Born in 1992, Allyson was mostly raised here in the city, but for about three years of her life, she lived in Barbuda.

“While I was there, I started dancing jazz, just the basic fundamentals at outreach community center like places,” Allyson shares. “Then upon moving back to Toronto at nine years old, I started taking ballet classes under a dance teacher at a local church.”

Dancing as a child allowed her to explore and learn different styles of dance. She stuck with ballet and was able to also learn some more jazz and even tap. The studio where she learned

did a lot of classical training was predominantly Caucasian.

Going into High School, Allyson attended the Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts. She was accepted into their drama focus program and was eventually able to partake in more dance related activities through their performance art classes.

Upon graduation, she received an Ontario Scholar Award, for Senior Dance, which allowed her to continue her dance career by attending Ballet Creole’s Professional Training Program in Toronto.

“I was a part of Ballet Creole’s professional training program for two years,” Allyson recalls. “Through that, I kinda off launched my career in performance, dancing with KasheDance as well as Lua Shayenne.”

In 2012 Allyson was awarded the Access and Careers Development Grant by the Ontario Arts Council in which funded her studies at The International Visa Program at Peridance Capezio Centre in New York City.

“Since 2013 I have been in and out of the dance scene, due to various things like dance injuries, personal problems and a spectrum of other things that have come up,” Allyson says. “It’s only been a year since I’ve been back in the dance community, working as a dance teacher and then working on the Shades project over the last couple of weeks.”

Although she has been in so many intensive dance training courses, Allyson says it wasn’t really to be a performer. Her main focus has been to get as much training as possible to become a teacher.

“For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a dance teacher,” she explains. “It was something I really wanted to do, I wanted to be an entrepreneur and perhaps one day start my own school, and I wanted it to be in the Caribbean.”

Allyson says that long-term, dance was always a part of the bigger plan, but as far as specifics she is doing a little bit of everything now. “I’ve been teaching part-time, dividing my time between that and rehearsals while also traveling back to Antigua and Barbuda,” she says.

While it may seem a bit sporadic, Allyson explains that it’s been a bit of a multilevel year for her, working things out, and putting things in place while also prac-

ticing and honing her art.

“Doing side jobs, trying to work as an artist, while also being able to support myself and get the things I need is important for me,” Allyson shares. “I still live at home, and my parents have been so supportive of me as I get my bearings.”

“I think we’ve all wanted me to launch off and be able to support myself, but my father has been very understanding about me wanting to get back into something that I love.” Having that family support as a working artist is very important Allyson reiterates, “If I didn’t have that I would be juggling a lot of jobs just to make ends meet.”

In the industry, Allyson says that she is considered a very tall dancer, and she has always looked up to other tall female dancers in the industry for inspiration. “I was also inspired by people who aren’t dancers, female entrepreneurs like Oprah, people who have made a name for themselves and have this holistic, emotional, spiritual, mental and physical way of being.”

Allyson has really been drawn to contemporary work over the last couple of years, as it is important that she is able to share stories and narratives through her movement. “Being able to tell and evoke a story, to share something that is relatable that is raw that is real, it brings awareness to communities and society as a whole.”

“When I dance I feel free.”

Allyson has facilitated dance workshops with schools in Ontario, as well as in Antigua and Barbuda, and intends to aid in the development and implementation of community arts and educational programs for youth, primarily in the Caribbean. She continues to develop her artistry through performance, instruction, and collaboration.

“If dance is a career you hope to pursue you have to keep fighting for what you want, you really have to believe in yourself, keep practicing your art, and eventually the opportunities will come,” Allyson explains.

“Don’t be afraid to create your own opportunities, sometimes as young artists, we feel that we have to dance for other people. Believe in your own ideas and work to have them come to fruition.”

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Goodbye Kingston, Ocho Rios Here we Come!

SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

TC REPORTER Okay, so where did I leave off? Hmmmm… Oh yes!

Trish and I have just had an amazing night in Kingston; ate some extravagant food, and I think we did something else. You should probably check out my article in A Better Tomorrow this week; some perspective on colorism in Jamaica. All right, let’s get back to this Jamaican adventure. I woke up too early again (SMH); this time I decided to make good use of the morning. I took a breath of fresh air; a soothing breeze led me to the window and I was looking directly at Emancipation Park. “Time to get some work done.” I took a shower and got dressed quickly. I had about an hour until we had to meet for breakfast, just enough time to take a walk and explore.

The park was buzzing with activity: peo-

ple jogging, people walking, work out sessions; it was awesome to take in. I walked around and took in some history; they have beautiful bronze looking busts, showcasing some of Jamaica’s historical heroes and heroines: I stood in front of the Sam Sharpe bust, and felt a swell of pride. I completed my walk by taking in the emancipation statues; the rising sun hit the side of the water and glimmered of the statues. I couldn’t help but feel grateful for the experience. With a sigh, I began a walk back to the hotel.

After a wonderfully prepared authentic Jamaican breakfast, we were given the opportunity to meet with the team leads again.

Trish had been begging for some coconut water, and we were pleasantly surprised when we were presented with whole coconuts, straws included.

With satisfied stomachs and smiles on our faces, we jumped on our tour bus. The other journalists had begun to load, and we were all anxious to get on to the next part of this journey.

“Ocho Rios, here we come. We should be there in about 45 minutes to an hour.” “45 minutes to an hour!” I said in shock. I remembered that when I was younger, the trip from Kingston to Ocho Rios would take about three hours. “Oh Yes! Things have changed. Jamaica has a highway now.

The highway that they are talking about is called the North Coast Highway. Nicknamed the “Beijing

Highway.” The North Coast Highway Development Project is a government-initiated project to improve the stretch of north coast road from Negril in the West, to Port Antonio in the East. This $600 million dollar highway is 225 km long, and winds throughout the mountainside. It is truly a beautiful sight equipped with ramps that are used to slow down vehicles that are going to fast. I sat in amazement as we began to wind through the mountains. I actually fell asleep because the ride was so smooth. *Cool Fact; Usain Bolt reportedly turned down a chance for the highway to carry his name. * After a very quick drive, we were in Ocho Rios and headed to our first stop Yaaman Adventure Park.

Yaaman Adventure Park is located on an 18th Century Estate agricultural property full of rich history and cultural scenery. If you are a person who loves adventure, I would definitely suggest this as a vacation destination. The activities offered include: • • • •

“Wet N’Dirty” Dune Buggy Rides Camel Trek Adventure (We had a chance to ride a camel, Yeah!)

A visit to the Sea View Kitchen which sits at 1100 feet above sea level Eco-friendly personal transporter on road

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and off road ractor-drawn open-air carriage ride that explores a 1,000-acre property. We got a chance to see bananas, cassava, sugar cane, and coffee. We even got a chance to see Farmer Brown climb a 30-foot coconut tree.

Exploration of the Bird Aviary – a bird watchers dream – where you have an opportunity to see exotic and local birds in a rustic and tropical paradise

We had worked up quite an appetite at the end of our Yaaman adventure, so we were taken to Miss T’s Kitchen, located in a quiet cul-de-sac of Main Street in the heart of Ocho Rios bustling town center. This stop was well worth it and was probably one of the best meals that I had in Jamaica up to that point. Hmmmm: Oxtail, rice and peas, plantain, steamed vegetables, and some of the best lemonade on the island. Yummy! It also gave me an opportunity to have a great conversation with some of the other journalists. It was such a homey atmosphere, that we all relaxed quickly and began to open up with each other.

Finally, it was time to head to our home away from home for the night, Moon Palace. What I did not know was that this would end up being a night that neither Trish nor I would ever forget.

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The GraceKennedy Jamaican Birthright Internship gives you the opportunity to live and learn in Jamaica for one month LEANNE BENN leanne@carib101.com

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Are you constantly dreaming of Jamaica?

Then university students pay attention.

Applications for the 2019 GraceKennedy Jamaica Birthright Internship is now open.

This cultural initiative and month-long program allows university students in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States with Jamaican parentage to apply for an all expenses paid internship in Jamaica.

Interns will work alongside a Grace Kennedy subsidiary that is in line with the applicant’s career interests. Students will have a chance to connect to their cultural heritage of the birthplace of their parents or grandparents and to deepen their personal connection with Jamaica.

The 2019 Jamaica Birthright Internship program will run from July 1st to August 7th , 2019. This month-long internship will go to four lucky students. A winner from Canada, one from the United Kingdom and two winners from the United States.

The 2018 program saw great success and interns were able to have a life-changing and rewarding experience.

Executive Director of the GraceKennedy Foundation Caroline Mahfood and director of this internship program in an official statement remarked “With the support of our partners such as Caribbean Airlines, Go

Jamaica Travel, Island Car Rentals and the Jamaica Tourist Board amongst many other government and private companies in Jamaica, the 2018 cohorts received the once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the business’ undertakings as well as Jamaica’s vibrant cultural traditions, from our food to music, history and so much more!”

The 2018 interns comprised of both undergraduate and masters students who were able to gain a well-rounded and transformative experience on a professional level as well as a personal level. The internship goes beyond the work to promote a deep and vibrant cultural connection to the children of the Jamaican diaspora.

One of the former interns, Joshua Tulloch, a third-year student at Oxford University in the UK said, “The programme gave me an incredible insight into my familial past and has formed my future career decisions. To say it was life changing would be an understatement!”

To be eligible to apply, applicants must be between the ages of 18-25 and second or third generation Jamaican pursuing either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. Applicants must have a Grade “B” average or higher and a desire to learn more about their Jamaican heritage.

Those that have lived in Jamaica for more than six months or more will not be eligible to participate in this program.

To apply, application forms can be found online at www.gracekennedy.com/ birthright or you can send e-mail queries to gkfoundation@gkco.com. The deadline for applications to this wonderful and exciting internship will be no later than November 30, 2018. Something this unique might just change your life. Good Luck applicants.

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Annual Jamaican National/Michael Holding Masters Tournament begins this month in Jamaica KAYLA KARIM

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Sixteen teams will compete in the 11th Annual Jamaica National/ Michael Holding Masters Cricket Tournament starting on October 20th, 2018. The group consists of 8 local and 8 overseas teams, who will be arriving on October 18th, a few days ahead of the first match.

The tournament strives to educate young cricketers about the game and enhance their skills and abilities to bat, bowl, and field, as well as to instill sportsmanship, build self-esteem and boost confidence.

“We want to teach them the importance of a cohesive team spirit, playing competitive cricket and developing trust, loyalty, commitment and teamwork, which will give them the best chance to represent their country and region in the future with honour and pride”, Director of World Masters Cricket and Director of Classic Sport Caribbean Inc., Austin Hutchison shared.

Jamaica will host overseas defending champions, New York Masters and Tri-States Masters as well as a new addition to the tournament, A/F Combined Masters. The Crusaders Masters, Florida Masters, Caribbean Masters, Atlanta Masters, and Long Island Masters will also be returning teams from abroad.

Eight local teams accompany

the 2017 runner-up, Ultimate Masters including, Melbourne Masters, Montego Bay Masters, St. Catherine Masters, May Pen Lions Masters, Dumtar Masters, Discovery Bay Masters and newest member of the list, Westmoreland Masters.

The tournament held every year since 2007 is not only for young cricketers to learn more about the game but also as a tool to promote tourism in Jamaica. October is not a busy season for the tourism industry on the island, and it was noted that the Masters Tournament was able to assist with the drought.

Austin Hutchison stated, “World Masters Cricket has been promoting sports tourism in Jamaica”. An 11-day vacation tour is planned in assistance with the Jamaica Tourist Board, which includes six days of cricket and five days of other activities.

Since 2008, the Michael Holding Masters Tournament has provided educational scholarship awards and cricket gear, a total of over US $45,000, to 75 student-athletes from the Jamaica Under-13 cricket tournament. Educational books are provided along with coaching clinics by cricket legends to ensure that students grasp the history of the game and how the sport has impacted the way Jamaica is today. Jamaica at the Wicket

by Arnold Bertram is the official history book for the Masters Tournament that educates youth on the history of cricket and its social impact on the different strata of Jamaican society. For 5 years now the Masters Tournament has donated about 240 history books, all of which are donated to schools that participate in the U-13 tournament.

Coaching clinics are offered during luncheons annually for the young athletes a part of the U-13 tournament.

Cricket legends share their knowledge and experience during the sessions where over 560 young cricketers are expected to participate at each venue.

Scholarships will also be offered during the 2018 Masters Tournament to the 13 most talented youth players under 13 years old. Each will be J$50,000 each in addition to cricket gear for each player. None other than himself, Michael Holding, will present these scholarships.

The founder of the tournament, Michael Holding, said that he was thrilled to be involved in a project that promotes the importance of discipline in a team sport, like cricket. Holding shared that his late mother, who has “always been an influence” in his life, was a former teacher and headmistress inspired his commitment to helping the education of others.

The tournament has received support over the years, especially from the Jamaica National Group. The Jamaica National Group Chief Marketing Manager, Jason McNeish praised the tournament and its mission agreeing that their objectives are aligned with their commitment to education and developing youth through sport. McNeish highlighted that the Jamaica National group has been supporting the cause from the start 10 years ago. “We commend World Masters Cricket and the Michael Holding Foundation for collaborating to inform youngsters about the opportunities cricket has to offer” McNeish shared. He also admired the “masters” who take the time to meet and educate the youngsters through their experience to encourage them to take advantage of these opportunities.

Commffest panel illustrates the importance of persistence JELANI GRANT

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Continued From Page 1 -- Layne began the festival thirteen years ago during a time where she was working for a film distribution company in Downtown Toronto. “The one thing that struck me about that whole environment is that the films were shelved…my job was to watch the films to see if I could interpret them for maybe the educators to buy. But then I realized these are amazing films that nobody has seen and I kept saying that I need to do something about it,” she said.

During that time the opportunity presented itself for her to put on an initiative and she decided to present a number of unseen films. The success of the first year’s presentation encouraged her to take it further with an international film theme that illustrated social and cultural issues. “Thirteen years later we’re here, getting films from all over the world.

They’re very small-budget so micro sometimes

making $500, but the whole point was the message they brought and how I saw it impacted people once they saw that film,” Layne said.

About a year ago she decided to focus on Antigua, traveling there and pitched the festival idea to the Antigua Ministry of Education. Though they were initially unsure, Layne kept pushing, calling them back over and over until the maybe turned into a yes. They showcased a number of short films to youth in the country, giving fifteen tickets to each school and soon after people began complaining that there were not enough tickets. Fifteen tickets turned into 100 tickets per school and last February the festival hosted more than 600 students over two days. This year, Layne said she pitched the idea of an “Antigua-Barbuda Film Festival because I feel like we should all be working together. So, this year for our festival I thought let’s extend this a little further. Let’s bring together the Antiguan, Barbudans and the Caribbean Diaspora to see how we can all connect and start to focus a little bit more on the arts of Antigua.”

Little Rude Boys is a comedic family drama centered around an ill woman and her fourteen grandchildren, whom she has been deceived into taking care of day after day during the summer. While coping with her unavoidable sickness, she tries to deal with each

child brought to her home and the trouble they sometimes carry with them.

The film stresses the importance of regularly dealing with one’s health and the different ways Caribbean families raise their children. Dr. Nowell said he made it a point to touch on issues such as getting regular health checks and the double standards of how boys and girls are raised. “I know there were times, especially the boys, where we felt like grandma hates us. But that was just the way she showed her love.” Nowell said.

Dr. Howell correlated the film with the passing of both his mother and sister due to breast cancer. During the beginning of the film, it was illustrated that the age people should begin asking for breast cancer checks have increased from a recommended age of 50 to 3040 years old. Before starting the premiere, the director shared his personal connection with the message of the film as both his mother and sister passed from breast cancer. He said child actors in the movie were also given the responsibility of filming some of the scenes, learned to set up equipment while using zoom and focus on professional cameras.

The night concluded with food, live singing, a steel pan performance, and discussions amongst the audience who were brought to tears by the end of the film.

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Embracing Culture: Fall Showcase blending the Caribbean together JELANI GRANT

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Connector Music hosted the Embracing Culture: Fall Showcase at the Twilight Banquet Hall in Scarborough. The night featured entertainers from various genres such as Soul, R&B, Reggae, Indian dance, Jazz, and Calypso.

Joel Davis, popularly known as Connector, organized live bands, singers, and other musicians to play to families in attendance for an all-night line up of performances, which included steel pan, a saxophonist, and drummer. There were also a number of singers who each engaged the crowd with covers of classic songs encouraging people out of their seats to dance or joining in the singing.

Before the intermission performers such as Krissy, Susan G, King Cosmos, Ernie Trelfall, Loveman Kent, and Satesh provided entertainment for the people, who seemed to know at least one hit song covered.

After the break, steel pannists Giselle & Sojourner brought the crowd out of their seats, dancing to the Calypso flows they played. Singer Destiny performed an acapella duet with her sister, mixing their time on stage with Reggae and R&B music. Princess Trinidad, soul cover artist CJ Pierre, and Casper also filled the second half of the night with exciting classics spanning varied genres.

Saxophonist Skel performed alone, initially, dedicating the beginning of his set to his 102-year-old father who was in the crowd. Skel brought his longtime bandmates to the stage, who he said have been performing with him for decades, and it showed in their chemistry.

Just before they finished, Davis made his way onto the stage with a saxophone of his own, nearly matching up to Skel’s smooth sound. Though he admitted he’s not at the same level yet, Connector promised the crowd in two months time he would be ready.

After they held the spotlight, they would accompany Impact Band with lead singer Karen Hill during their performance, creating a remarkable melody of Calypso sound. The final performer was the man himself, Connector.

Throughout the night he blended into the crowd dancing, singing and laugh-

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ing, but for his performance he changed into an all blue suit, grabbing the crowd with his singing.

Since he began singing at the age of five, when his commitment to the study of music began, Connector has made a remarkable impact on Soca music in Toronto and Southern Ontario.

With a comprehensive background in performance and music composition, the two-time winner of the Caribbean Music Entertainment Award for Calypso, Connector is the current Canadian Calypso Monarch. He was the 2018 Vigor Award nominee, an award given to those who selflessly give back to the community, sacrificing their own quality of life or physical comfort. The showcases continued after an abundantly positive response to their first show in 2014.

The showcase has been held regularly throughout the years with the aim of fostering, promoting and affirming the arts and culture of the diverse backgrounds that form our community.

As the face of Connector Music, Joel has hosted multiple community events, under the umbrella of the showcase throughout the years. He said he uses the showcases as a method of bringing people together despite their Caribbean, or North American, differenc-

es while giving performers a platform to show their talent. “It’s my vision, promoting togetherness amongst the different Caribbean or Canadian people. Embracing Culture is for anyone,” Connector told Toronto Caribbean.

The Canadian Calypso Monarch also holds an event called Empowering Youth, a fundraiser that allows youth interested in the arts to demonstrate their budding skills and essentially being paid for it by the money that is raised. “The more people come, the more money the kids get, and they realize their talent is worth something…after the show I did in May, more kids came to ask me when the next one will be,” he said.

Davis commits to holding these events to provide an environment for local artists, of all ages, to showcase their talents, setting an example of how anyone can provide for their community. “I just love to make people happy, I love to see a smile on somebody’s face and I just love the art,” said Connector.

He says giving the people what they want year after year is what drives him and by the sound of the crowd, who were out of their seats by the end of the night, the showcases will continue to provide a stage for various talented performers.

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‘Ray & Nephew’: an upcoming comedy series with a shot of Caribbean flavor DELLIA RISMAY dellia@carib101.com

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On the surface, ‘Ray & Nephew’ is a story about a young man and his uncle, both of whom are trying to navigate their way through their professional and personal lives. At its core, the comedy aims to fill a void that currently exists in primetime TV: a TV show about a regular group of people that also happen to be Caribbean.

Keith Hill Jr., the show’s creator and one of its stars, describes the show as “’Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ meets ‘Black-ish’, but from a West Indian perspective”. The show follows an older Jamaican man, Raymond Powell (Naggo Morris), his wife, Blossom (Marcia Brown) and their nephew, Junior (Keith Hill Jr.), as they adjust to their new life in Toronto after moving from Flatbush, Brooklyn. Throw in the shift in dynamics that Raymond and Blossom are trying to navigate due to their professional basketball-playing son, and you have the perfect recipe for all kinds of crazy antics to ensure.

When he was writing the script for ‘Ray & Nephew’, Keith focused on creating content that would resonate with people in the West Indian and African community, but he didn’t want to create just any type of TV show. “I wanted to create something that was of a non-traditional matter. It’s not a stereotypical kind of story, but it’s a story that’s universal and can be related to by all ethnicities, but it just happens to be a West Indian background,” he explains. “I just thought there was a void in that kind of area.”

The show is also inspired by people and events in Keith’s life. After spending some time in Flatbush’s West Indian community, Keith, his sister, and his friends would recount the funny things they saw and experienced. Keith went on to write a movie script based on those experiences, and the upcoming TV show ‘Ray & Nephew’ is a spin-off of that movie script.

One stark difference between the movie script and the TV show? The title. Those that are familiar with alcohol from the Caribbean

are sure to notice the play on words inspired by the popular overproof Jamaican rum, Wray and Nephew. “When I was trying to think about the TV show and what it was about, I just thought of making it about two characters: Uncle Ray, and his nephew, Junior. It was just a lightbulb moment.

I immediately associated the connotation of the brand of alcohol and I thought it was ultimately just genius. People would understand that it’s West Indian just by the title alone,” Keith says.

When it came time to begin casting actors for the show, one of the first people Keith approached was Marcia Brown, who is well-known in the Caribbean-Canadian arts community. He credits her eagerness to get involved with the project in facilitating the rest of the show’s cast to come on board. “I felt confident that once I had her, I could go after the other pieces of the story,” says Keith.

Marcia was already familiar with the general idea around ‘Ray & Nephew’, as she had interacted with Keith while he was working on his movie script. So, when he contacted Marcia to ask if she’d be interested in being on the show, she said yes. “Another thing [that attracted me] was just the humor,” she says. “Naggo Morris happens to play my husband in a lot of my stage plays that I’ve done, and we’ve played some similar characters on stage. I am always the levelheaded one, and he’s always the goofy one, and I could see how we could really have fun with these two characters.”

Keith describes ‘Ray & Nephew’ as a fun, family-oriented show that everyone will enjoy.

“It’s definitely not the stereotypical West Indian storyline where there’s bod mon, weed smoking, dreadlocks…you won’t find any of that stereotypical stuff in there. It’s just a regular North American story about a regular North American family that goes through their struggles, but at the end of the day, they just so happen to be West Indian,” says Keith. “There is a very specific undertone message that is told by the storyline that’s also deliberate. We’re making people laugh, we’re entertaining them, but the goal is also to inspire and enlighten.”

‘Ray & Nephew’ will be available to stream for free on Youtube in the next few months. For more information, go to https://www. facebook.com/RayAndNephewTV

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 | www.torontocaribbean.com | Toronto Caribbean

Corentyne man sets home alight after dousing family with gasoline GUYANA -- A Brighton, Corentyne man set afire the home he shared with his reputed wife and three children on Monday night , moments after spraying gasoline on his family members and mother-in-law.

According to Candacie Khedaroo, 28, her reputed husband Michael Lewis,34 earlier in the afternoon attempted to beat her with a hammer.

She related that she left the home for a few days with her children since Lewis was always in a habit of physically abusing her.

She told the Guyana Chronicle that she returned on Monday afternoon to pick-up her clothing to move in with her mother when

the accused began hurling remarks at her . He started to beat her in the process.

She said she subsequently returned with her mother but did not see Lewis. Khedaroo said she asked around and since no one saw him, along with her mother Bibi Khedaroo, and the children , they ventured into the home.

Lewis then pounced on the family but they fought him off.

The suspect then set their two bed room wooden house ablaze and later fled the scene.

Police in “B” Division are searching for the suspect.

- Guyana Chronicle

Manhunt on for Lusignan prison escapees GUYANA -- A Joint Services manhunt in ongoing for three prisoners who escaped in the wee hours of Monday morning from the Lusignan Prison, Prison Officials confirmed.

The three prisoners escaped from the Lusignan Holding Bay at about 0430hrs on Monday, October 15, 2018.

They are remanded murder accused, Travis Evan’s, age 23 of “C” Field Sophia, Sudesh Dyal, 23 of Wales , West Bank Demerara who was on remand for break and enter

and larceny as well as escaping from lawful custody. Another escapee has been identified as Dexroy Pollard, 29 of Wales, West Bank Demerara. He was also on remand for break and enter charges.

Security at the prison has come under close attention recently following discoveries of contraband and continued attempts by inmates and persons to smuggle drugs into the prison.

- Guyana Chronicle

Expanding business frontiers GUYANA -- The inaugural Green Guyana Expo has been tapped as a ‘one of the kind’ event that will illustrate the economic opportunities to be had from Guyana’s transformation into the world’s first Green State.

This event, which is organised under the theme: “Sustainable economic growth through small businesses innovation, entrepreneurship and transformative government policies,” will be two-fold. The first part is the summit being held at the Ramada Princess Hotel on October 18 and 19, while the Expo will be held from October 1821 on the National Stadium tarmac.

According to Chairman of the Expo and of the African Business Roundtable (ABP), Eric Phillips, “It’s the first time that this is being done anywhere in the Caribbean because it is our vision to become the world’s first Green State, and that is underpinned by a Green Economy.”

Furthermore, he said: “Ultimately in the green economy, you have to export; you have find new markets; you have to create new companies and new jobs.”

Phillips shared that the “comprehensive” expo is one stepping stone along Guyana’s path of achieving this ambitious vision. In so doing, the two-day summit will feature six discussion panels of experts and stakeholders, local and foreign.

Each panel is structured around specific components of the Green Agenda, i.e., from an introduction to the Green State Development Strategy (GSDS), to Green Energy, to Green Living and Manufacturing.

The expo, on the other hand, already has attracted over 120 exhibitors and will display innovation in business and livelihoods. There will be a ‘Green Village’, showcasing entrepreneurs from all across the country; a ‘Green Youth Tent’, for young people to display their innovations and show just how critical they are in Guyana’s transformation and a Kids Zone, which will engage the younger ones.

“It’s going to be a very important process of educating, not only our young people in schools, but our politicians [and] our business people, to show them where the future lies,” Phil-

lips related.

“Everyone perceives us as an [emerging] oil economy, but we are a Green Economy funded by an oil sector and that’s a fundamental difference,” Phillips clarified.

SMART DEVELOPMENT The aim is to harness the resources generated from oil and gas and use that to build the green economy, which encompasses renewable energy, a vibrant manufacturing and export sector and generally a green society, he explained.

Additionally, he contended, “Oil will only generate so many jobs and we need to create an economy that creates jobs every year in an area where we have comparative advantages.”

Cognisant of this, the chairman disclosed that the private sector is an important target audience. “We need our private sector to know what the opportunities are, and so that they can work along with government towards the Green State agenda.”

Moreover, he posited: “In order to facilitate sustainable green growth, we would have to change policies to create an easier and more enabling environment for businesses and the average citizen.” This is where the expo will focus on showing what Guyana’s transformation is intended to be, while the summit will provide an avenue for discussions on policy change.

And the expo aims to attract thousands of citizens who will garner a practical idea of what the green state will be like. Phillips shared that resource-efficient green houses, an electric car and perhaps a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) mobile will be on display, to show citizens the way sustainable development will be integrated into their very everyday life. And the aim is to use the expo to garner their feedback.

“So you see,it is Guyana’s vision to become a Green State [and] to be a global leader in renewable energy. We have a vision of where we wanna go economically, in a way that is economically friendly, and in a way that we make the best use of our patrimony,” he stated.

- Guyana Chronicle

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Education sector benefiting from improvements in the economy JAMAICA -- Senator Ruel Reid says the education sector has started to benefit from improvements in the economy.

“I will share some good news with you, we are better off now than we have ever been before, [because] a lot of the wonderful things that are happening in the economy. You guys would have benefited from that kind of stability… so we have been able to provide more support for the education system as a result of improvements in the economy,” the education minister said.

Senator Reid noted that the country had gone through several years of financial hardships, pointing out, for example, that six years ago the country’s debt to gross domestic product (GDP) had skyrocketed to approximately 149 per cent.

“Over time this had resulted, for example, in the Government adopting cost sharing, because their fiscal arrangements were in such shambles that they

could not keep up with the funding of the education system. The country was only able to pay back its debt, and as a result had no room for infrastructure support and the construction of new schools,” Senator Reid explained.

Now, he said, money for the education sector is being provided on a timely basis.

“The reason why you can get the money early, and with precision, is because of revenue certainty. Once the minister of finance approves our budget, the money now, is certain,” the minister argued.

Senator Reid was, for the first time since becoming minister in 2016, addressing the Association of Principals and Vice-Principals during its 26th annual conference held on Sunday at Jewel Grand Resort in Rose Hall, St James.

He noted that this fiscal year, there were increases in budgetary allocations to various areas of the education system.

Meanwhile, Senator Reid disclosed that four schools were taken off the shift system last year, bringing the total remaining number of schools on that system to 38.

He noted that a number of schools currently on the shift system that can be expanded are currently on a programme to create additional classroom space to take them off the system, while new facilities will be constructed for those schools that cannot be expanded.

“Those like Old Harbour High who can’t be expanded, we have to find new schools to be built,” he stressed.

He said over the next few years, the Government plans to build 17 new schools, which will result in the end of the shift system across the island.

The Government, he added, is expected to begin the construction of five such institutions shortly.

- Jamaica Observer

Latest murder pushes Portland’s tally to 12 JAMAICA -- Sunday evening’s murder of Stacy-Ann Wellington in Diamond, Buff Bay, has pushed Portland’s murder toll to 12 since the start of the year.

Shortly after 6:00 pm Sunday, residents heard explosions and summoned the police.

On their arrival, they found Wellington in a pool of blood with multiple gunshot wounds. She was taken to the Annotto Bay Hospital where she was pronounced dead, the police said.

Investigators are theorising that her killing may have been linked to a domestic dispute, as it is alleged that Wellington had an argument with a man earlier that day.

Last week Thursday, Superintendent of Police Duane Wellington, while addressing the Portland Municipal Corporation, spoke about challenges the police are experiencing with crime in Buff Bay. He reported that three murders have been committed in the

Buff Bay police area.

“We did a walk-through the Diamond in Buff Bay on September 24, and interacted with residents.

We will be going back there, very shortly,“ he said. “Buff Bay has been giving us some problems in terms of serious crimes of late, so we are trying to get closer to the community so we can put a stem on the criminality in that area.”

- Jamaica Observer

PCJ welcomes 4th cohort of graduate interns

JAMAICA -- The Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) has employed the 4th cohort of young professionals under its Graduate Internship Programme.

The eight successful candidates are recent university graduates with bachelor’s degrees in engineering, geoscience, accounting, human resource management, computing, international shipping and economics. All intern have been placed in a department aligned with their area of study, with seven being engaged at the PCJ and one being placed at the Office of the Prime Minister.

While executing their duties over a one-year period, the interns will earn a monthly salary and receive health insurance and other benefits, a PCJ re-

lease said Monday.

The 2018 in-take brings the total number of young persons who have participated in the programme to 34 since the initiative was launched four years ago. The initiative’s objective is to give recent university school leavers the opportunity to gain work experience, while transitioning into the corporate environment.

While speaking at a luncheon hosted by the corporation to officially welcome the new members of staff to the organisation, PCJ acting group general manager, Robert Clarke commended the interns for being willing to offer public service while actively pursuing their career goals.

“I applaud you for making the decision to be part of an organisation that will not only allow you to learn and grow as new professionals but also to actively contribute to national development,” he said.

Added PCJ’s Human Resource and Administration Manager Karen Thompson-Elliott: “Productive application of education can be a source of empowerment. Being here is an indication that you are all on the right path, and I commend you for reaching this stage in your personal and professional development. This programme was designed to assist you to gain the experience and exposure you need to move forward in your careers. Make the most of it.”

- Jamaica Observer

PM says National Awards seek to inspire citizens to greater achievements JAMAICA -- Prime Minister Andrew Holness Monday paid tribute to stalwarts of the tourism industry following Monday’s National Honours and Awards ceremony at King’s House.

Holness, speaking at a luncheon organised by Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett at Jamaica Pegasus hotel to fete the industry’s honorees, said the awards should not be taken lightly, as they form part of a system of national honours intended to inspire Jamaicans to greater achievements.

“My job is to express gratitude for the service you have given on behalf of a grateful nation,” Holness told the packed hotel ballroom before exiting to attend other National Heroes Day engagements.

The tourism industry’s honorees ranged from hotelier Godfrey Dyer to red cap porter Michael Sylvester Young, who, after serving 51 years at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, received the Badge of Honour for Meritorious Service.

Bartlett paid glowing tributes to all those who had helped tourism continue its dynamic growth record through 2017 and into the first three quarters of 2018.

But while the Jamaica Pegasus event paid tribute to the honorees in words and music, as well as delightful cuisine, the Ceremony of Investiture and Presentation of National Honours and Awards function at King’s House, which started shortly after 9:00 am and lasted for little over two hours, was delivered with pomp and colour.

There were 130 people listed to be honoured, but the most anticipated presence would have been that of Jamaican-American singer, actor and social activist Harry Belafonte, whose mother was Jamaican and who has been closely related to the island over

the years.

Belafonte should have collected the highest honour of the day, the Order of Merit, Jamaica’s fourth highest national honour but, unfortunately, the veteran star, who has not been very visible since serving as honorary co-chair of the Women’s March on Washington in January, 2017, was absent. No excuse was given for his absence.

However, the huge crowd that packed the seats at King’s House, despite the threat of heavy rains, seemed equally delighted with the presence of other diaspora figures, including film and recording star Grace Jones and New York congresswoman Yvette Clarke.

Jones received the Order of Jamaica (OJ) for exceptional contributions in the field of entertainment and is now entitled to be referred to as the Honourable.

Also accepting OJs were: Godfrey Dyer, in the field of tourism; Earl Jarrett, in the fields of the financial sector, public service and volunteerism; and Giusseppe Maffesanti, for his exceptional contribution to the construction industry, social development and philanthropy.

However, the crowd’s applause was most generous for eight Jamaicans honoured for their bravery in incidents which required courage in the face of criminal attacks and man-made disasters.

They included Woman Inspector Allison Nadine Grant-Johnson for displaying “extraordinary bravery” in confronting gunmen in defence of her family on Tuesday, September 26, last year.

The policewoman confronted the gunmen after her daughter was held at gunpoint. She killed two of the gunmen, but was also shot in her upper right

arm.

She was awarded the Medal of Honour for gallantry, while Sophia Cameron received the Badge of Honour for gallantry for saving the lives of 22 infants during a fire at the neo-natal clinic of Victoria Jubilee Hospital in downtown Kingston.

Clarke received an honorary Order of Distinction (Commander Class), as did ex-wife of former Prime Minister Edward Seaga, Marie “Mitsy” Seaga-Mian; Mayor of Montego Bay Homer Davis; businessmen Norman Horne and Robert MacMillan; High Commissioner to London Seth George Ramocan; pioneering maritime sector investor Ishmael Robertson; Justices Courney Donovan and Leighton Pusey; Senator Kavan Gayle, president of the Bustamante Industrial Trade Union; Granville Valentine, president of the National Workers’ Union; Jennifer Griffith, permanent secretary in the Ministry of Tourism; Maxine Henry-Wilson, former member of Parliament and education minister; and Miami-based radio announcer Winston Barnes.

Among those getting Orders of Distinction (Officer class) were radio personalities Walter “Bob” Clarke and Dermot Hussey; businessman John Gourzong; retired Deputy Commissioner of Police Novlette Grant; hotelier Ruth Hussey; dancer Sheila Rickards; Winston “Yellow Man” Foster; Rev Rennard White; William “Bill” La Macchia; and John Mulle, tourism (honorary).

Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation councillor Beverly Prince (Cassia Park) and disc jockey Donovan Dacres were also awarded the Badge of Honour for long and faithful service.

- Jamaica Observer

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Man ‘hiding’ from fire burnt to death TRINIDAD -- Trapped by his fear of be­ing out­doors, Raf­fie Mo­hammed was burnt alive in a fire which de­stroyed his home in Pe­nal on Mon­day af­ter­noon.

His sis­ter Nazra Baksh, 52, who risked her life in a fu­tile bid to save him, suf­fered ex­ten­sive burns to her arms, back and legs as she tried to pull him out from un­der a swing in the up­per floor of their house at Tul­sa Branch Trace, Pe­nal.

Mo­hammed, 47, had suf­fered from Down syn­drome since birth and had nev­er be­fore left the safe­ty of his home. He lived with his 87-year-old moth­er Shairoon Mo­hammed, fol­low­ing the death of his fa­ther Son­ny Mo­hammed two years ago.

Po­lice said both moth­er and son were at home with their care­tak­er Judy Toll when the fire start­ed in a back room. Toll said she was tak­ing a show­er when she over­heard Mo­hammed say­ing he

was smelling smoke. She said pri­or to the fire she put on a light and heard a spark­ing sound but did not see any sparks so she nev­er thought it was some­ thing to wor­ry about.

“I was bathing and I dried my­self re­al fast and when I opened the door and went in the back the room was in flames,” Toll re­called.

She quick­ly ran to get Shairoon, who needs the aid of a walk­er to move around and took her to safe­ty. Shairoon then be­gan call­ing out to Mo­ hammed but he did not re­spond.

Fam­i­ly mem­bers said they be­lieve when he was faced with the ter­ror of the fire, Mo­hammed fran­ti­cal­ly start­ed look­ing for a place to hide.

“He went un­der the swing and I tried to pull him out but he re­fused,” Toll said.

Toll said she then start­ed to scream for

help. Mo­hammed’s sis­ter Nazra Baksh, who lives across the street, rushed in to help. But she tried in vain to get a whim­per­ing Mo­hammed out. By then the en­tire house was in flames and parts of the burn­ ing rafters be­gan falling down.

Toll said Nazra was so bad­ly burnt that her skin start­ed to fall off with the heat. Toll be­gan beg­ging her to leave but she kept try­ing to pull Mo­ hammed out say­ing she did not want him to die.

Even­tu­al­ly, a pass­er-by ran in­side af­ter hear­ing the women scream­ing. He pulled Baksh and Toll to safe­ty. Toll suf­fered su­per­fi­cial burns to her arms while Shairoon suf­fered abra­sions to both knees and her toes.

Mo­hammed re­mained crouched by the swing while the flames en­gulfed his body. A team of fire­fight­ers led by Fire sub­sta­tion of­fi­cer Robin­son

and in­clud­ing Fire sta­tion of­fi­cer Sama­roo, Di­vi­sion­ al Fire of­fi­cer Zamore and As­sis­tant Di­vi­sion­al Fire Of­fi­cer Dook­ie and Ar­joon ar­rived on the scene. But by then the en­tire house was com­plete­ly en­gulfed.

Mo­hammed’s burnt re­mains were lat­er viewed by a Dis­trict Med­ical Of­fi­cer who or­dered it re­moved to the Foren­sic Sci­ence Cen­tre, St James, where an au­top­sy will be per­formed. The cause of the fire has not yet been as­cer­tained.

Toll said she had noth­ing cook­ing on the stove and there was no ap­pli­ance plugged. She said Mo­hammed was nev­er one to play with fire, adding that the house did not even have match­es. Pe­nal po­lice are con­tin­u­ing in­ves­ti­ga­tions.

- Trinidad Guardian

Petrotrin exec: 2 Heritage companies unrelated TRINIDAD -- There is no link be­tween the Her­itage Pe­tro­le­um Com­pa­ny Lim­it­ed and Her­itage Oil and Gas of In­di­ana.

A se­nior Petrotrin of­fi­cial Monday told the T&T Guardian it was a “mere co­in­ci­dence” that the new com­pa­ny reg­is­tered and in­cor­po­rat­ed un­ der the Com­pa­nies Act to as­sume the Ex­plo­ration and Pro­duc­tion as­pect pre­vi­ous­ly car­ried out by Petrotrin, had a sim­i­lar name to a com­pa­ny based in the Unit­ed States which fo­cus­es on trad­ing.

The of­fi­cial said the “Her­itage Pe­tro­le­um Com­pa­ny of Trinidad and To­ba­go is whol­ly-owned by the Gov­ern­ment of Trinidad and To­ba­go, it is reg­ is­tered and in­cor­po­rat­ed.”

Weigh­ing in on the name is­sue Monday, en­er­gy ex­pert An­tho­ny Paul al­so said it is not “un­ usu­al” to find com­pa­nies with a sim­i­lar name. Paul said some years ago there was a com­pa­ny named Her­itage lo­cal­ly which was al­so in the Ex­plo­ration

and Pro­duc­tion busi­ness, which was sub­se­quent­ly bought out by Tul­low Oil in Guyana.

Paul not­ed that he him­self had reg­is­tered a com­pa­ny called Paria which was al­so meant to do trad­ing.

“These things come and go,” Paul said.

As of Monday, Her­itage and Paria were reg­is­tered and in­cor­po­rat­ed with two di­rec­tors, Wil­ fred Es­pinet and Reynold Ad­jod­has­ingh, in keep­ing with the re­quire­ment that for a com­pa­ny to be reg­ is­tered it must have at least two di­rec­tors. The T&T Guardian was told the com­po­si­tion of the board of both com­pa­nies will be up to the Gov­ern­ment. Both com­pa­nies were reg­is­tered and in­cor­po­rat­ed on Oc­ to­ber 5.

HRC and As­so­ciates, a com­pa­ny head­ ed by Hol­lick Ra­jku­mar, is do­ing the head-hunt­ing for se­nior top ex­ec­u­tive and man­age­ri­­al po­si­tions at both com­pa­nies and as of Monday, the source

said no staff had been re­cruit­ed for any po­si­tion. But the T&T Guardian was told key po­si­tions have been iden­ti­fied and it is ex­pect­ed these will be filled in the next six weeks but be­fore De­cem­ber 1, when the com­pa­nies will of­fi­cial­ly be­gin busi­ness fol­low­ing the Petrotrin shut­down on No­vem­ber 30.

The T&T Guardian was al­so told a sec­ ond com­pa­ny, Pro­gres­sive Re­cruit­ment, had been re­tained to as­sist with the staff hunt. In all, 800 em­ ploy­ees will be em­ployed by Her­itage while 200 will be em­ployed by Paria.

While there was an ex­pec­ta­tion of a launch of the two new com­pa­nies last week­end, the T&T Guardian was in­formed that there will be no launch un­til both com­pa­nies are ful­ly out­fit­ted with the man­pow­er re­quired. Ac­cord­ing to our source, the com­pa­nies will not just be “lean and mean, with a new cul­ture which does not in­clude nepo­tism and waste,” but will al­so be “fun­da­men­tal­ly dif­fer­ent” to

Petrotrin, which was an in­te­grat­ed com­pa­ny pro­duc­ ing crude, re­fin­ing the prod­uct and then sell­ing it.

In the case of the two new com­pa­nies, Her­itage will pro­duce the crude for ex­port while Paria will have the re­spon­si­bil­i­ty of im­port­ing re­fined prod­ucts to sell lo­cal­ly and in the Caribbean.

As for LPG, the T&T Guardian was told the source of sup­ply will be Phoenix Park Gas Proces­sors Lim­it­ed (PPG­PL), but there may be a need for some kind of sub­sidy from the Gov­ern­ ment. Cur­rent­ly, Petrotrin sub­si­dized the cost of LPG to the tune of $200 mil­lion.

Petrotrin chair­man Wil­fred Es­pinet was un­avail­able for com­ment on the new com­pa­nies Monday, as he was said to be in meet­ings. Calls to his mo­bile phone al­so went unan­swered.

Ef­forts to reach En­er­gy Min­is­ter Franklin Khan on the is­sue were al­so un­suc­cess­ful.

- Trinidad Guardian

Moonilal starts fund to pay defence lawyers TRINIDAD -- Oropouche East MP Dr Roodal Mooni­ lal in­tends to launch a “de­fence in democ­ra­cy fund” in his con­stituen­cy in or­der to raise mon­ey to pay le­gal fees in his court bat­tle with Prime Min­is­ter Dr Kei­th Row­ley.

In the com­ing days, Mooni­lal said QC Richard Clay­ton, who he has re­tained from the Unit­ ed King­dom, will ar­rive here to be­gin prepar­ing his case. Clay­ton han­dles hu­man rights and con­sti­tu­ tion­al court mat­ters.

Mooni­lal made the dis­clo­sure dur­ing Monday’s tea break in Par­lia­ment, hours af­ter Row­ ley called on him to apol­o­gise, shut up and re­tract the state­ment he made in last Tues­day’s Bud­get de­

bate, where he al­leged­ly linked Row­ley to trans­ac­ tion at a Mi­a­mi bank ac­count in­volv­ing A&V Drilling.

Row­ley has de­scribed the al­le­ga­tion as a mon­strous lie and through his at­tor­ney, Michael Quam­i­na is now seek­ing dam­ages apart from an apol­o­gy. But Mooni­lal said he had no in­ten­tion of do­ing any of this.

“We will not shut up. You have dis­cov­ered that there is no apol­o­gy and there is no re­trac­tion of any­thing be­cause the mat­ter is now head­ing to the court,” Mooni­lal said.

Mooni­lal as­sured the PM that “this mat­ter will not go away” nor will he be gagged, si­lenced or muz­zled.

He said when Op­po­si­tion Leader Kam­la Per­sad-Bisses­sar un­earthed the al­leged $100 mil­ lion fake oil scan­dal with A&V Drilling and Petrotrin, she was al­so served with a law­suit of defama­tion.

“It’s a strat­e­gy that when you raise these is­sues the first thing they all do is try to use the court as a weapon to shut you up.”

Hav­ing held dis­cus­sions with at­tor­ney Anand Ram­lo­gan (for­mer at­tor­ney gen­er­al) and Clay­ton, Mooni­lal said they are ea­ger to re­spond in court. Mooni­lal said he hoped the court hear­ing would be dealt with swift­ly since he was ea­ger to hear Row­ley un­der cross-ex­am­i­na­tion by his le­gal team.

“A key ob­jec­tive of this is not to get jus­ tice... is re­al­ly to shut you up.”

Mooni­lal said his con­stituents have in­di­ cat­ed they are pre­pared to es­tab­lish “a de­fence in democ­ra­cy fund, where we will em­bark on a week­ ly pro­gramme of rais­ing funds for our de­fence be­ cause lawyers have to be paid, of course.”

As for the lim­it he in­tends to raise to cov­er his le­gal fee, Mooni­lal did not give a fig­ure.

Asked if he has a strong case against Row­ley, a smil­ing Mooni­lal said he has been sleep­ ing very com­fort­ably at nights af­ter speak­ing to Ram­lo­gan.

- Trinidad Guardian

Principal: No religious discrimination at SAGHS TRINIDAD -- The rakhi is­sue at the St Au­gus­tine Girls’ High School was blown out of pro­por­tion in me­dia re­ports, ac­cord­ing to the prin­ci­pal of the school.

The school was put in­to the na­tion­al spot­ light af­ter Pun­dit Satyanand Ma­haraj claimed that a Hin­du stu­dent was brought be­fore the school and shamed for wear­ing a rakhi, a sym­bol of broth­er­ hood love in the Hin­du re­li­gion.

In a press con­fer­ence at Ed­u­ca­tion Tow­ ers, both Min­is­ter of Ed­u­ca­tion An­tho­ny Gar­cia and the school’s prin­ci­pal Lin­da Dhar­rie said at no time did she sin­gle out a stu­dent, nor did she in­struct any stu­dent to re­move their rakhi.

“In no way was the stu­dent em­bar­rassed, in no way was the stu­dent sin­gled out for spe­cial men­tion and in no way was the stu­dent hu­mil­i­at­ed,” said Gar­cia.

The prin­ci­pal said she made com­ments about how spe­cif­ic items should be worn as part of the school uni­form dur­ing an as­sem­bly at the school last week.

One of the items men­tioned was the rakhi, but Dhar­rie ex­plained that this was done in re­ sponse to stu­dents tak­ing ex­tra lib­er­ties with ex­ces­ sive adorn­ments on their hands’ friend­ship bands and jew­ellery.

She de­nied it was a case of re­li­gious dis­

crim­i­na­tion.

“It is not a ques­tion of the rakhi, per se, it’s a ques­tion of as the Min­is­ter said, and I want to re­peat; ex­ces­sive — be it jew­ellery or any kind of —adorn­ment to the uni­form. Right now what ex­ists is that some stu­dents are wear­ing the rakhi on both hands, some are wear­ing friend­ship bands, some are wear­ing ex­tra ear­rings, ex­tra chains and bracelets. It’s a ques­tion of at­tire,” said Dhar­rie.

“The school rule is the rakhi is to be worn on the same hand as the watch, which all par­ents in Form One are told dur­ing reg­is­tra­tion,” said Dhar­rie.

Pres­i­dent of the Pres­by­ter­ian School Board Chris­t­ian Dookhoo said it was not a case of

re­li­gious dis­crim­i­na­tion, point­ing out that Chris­t­ian stu­dents are al­so told to con­ser­v­a­tive­ly wear items con­nect­ed to their re­li­gion.

He said stu­dents wear­ing neck­laces or chains bear­ing cross­es are usu­al­ly re­quired to wear un­der their shirts.

Gar­cia al­so con­firmed that the par­ents of the girl did not speak to Ma­haraj as he had claimed in his so­cial me­dia post.

The par­ents, who were present at the con­fer­ence but were shield­ed from ques­tions by the me­dia, nod­ded in agree­ment when the Min­is­ter made that an­nounce­ment.

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Yolande Luke immigrated to Canada from the island of Dominica at six years old with her parents and her siblings looking to start a new life for themselves in North America. Coming to Canada was a bit of a culture shock for Yolande and her siblings, they were fluent only in French and it was a challenge for them to master the English language.

“My father was a jack of all trades, and he worked in the auto body industry fixing cars and my mother alternated between different jobs ultimately ending up working as part of a nursing home staff.”

Growing up, Yolande’s parents provided an admirable example of what it means to choose a meaningful career.

“They always said there’s nothing you can’t do once you put your mind to it,” Yolande recalls. “Be confident in yourself don’t let anyone intimidate you or tell you that you can’t do it.”

God was also and still remains a centerpiece to her life. Her strong faith in God is a shining light leading the way in every decision she makes.

Going into high school Yolande shares that she had so many viable options.

“I was interested in so many things, some of them were to become a pilot, a police officer or even own my own company.”

Ambitious as she was, Yolande’s pursuits to become a Police Officer didn’t work out. Hearing horror stories of challenges presented in the field mixed with fear caused her to disregard the idea. She was very passionate about becoming a pilot, completing her fight attendance certi-

fication, and was even hired by a few big name airlines, yet she soon realized that she lacked the hardened resolve of selfsacrifice.

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Upon graduating from High School, Yolande enrolled at a private college for interior design, another career option that she was very interested in. She went on to study business at George Brown learning the fundamentals of the business world allowing her to gather the knowledge necessary to perhaps one day satisfy her entrepreneurial spirit.

“I started seriously considering owning my own business when I realized that the piloting might not work,” Yolande shares. “I had a difficult choice to make, and I wanted to give myself the time to gather the courage necessary to embark on such an ambitious path.”

Over the years, working in different managerial positions since the age of 14, Yolande had amassed a wealth of experience working for various companies. She was able to learn the ropes when it came to things like how they run their systems, document their paperwork, how to organize tasks, and how things needed to be structured in order to make things work effectively.

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After a falling out with her last employer, Yolande left that job and found herself unemployed. “I had a daughter, she was enrolled in private school which isn’t

cheap, so I needed a way to come up with some quick cash,” Yolande explains. “I found this cleaning company, managed to secure an interview with them and they hired me.”

Working at this company, Yolande received the training on how to properly, and thoroughly clean a home. “The clients I had really liked me, and I thought that this seemed like something I would be able to do on my own,” she says.

Yolanda began building her own clientele after becoming friends with a woman looking for someone to clean her house and her kitchen. She was able to attract clients who had originally employed the services of the company she worked for because they were dissatisfied with the poor cleaning jobs they were receiving from the company’s other cleaners.

She ended up leaving her job at the company, seeking a more flexible schedule to accommodate her family needs and through the reputation that she was building just through the connections she had her business began to take form.

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Good vibes aboard the first ever Afro Soca Cruise.

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ENT. PUBLICIST There’s something about Caribbean people’s strong desire to share the culture of these parts with the world. For Juliana Fermin and her team of just a few, the passion to showcase the beauty of Trinidad and Tobago and by extension, the Carib-

bean’s culture, is unparalleled.

On the heels of their mid-year sail to Europe with the likes of Shurwayne Winchester, Turner, Preedy, Nailah Blackman and even Jamaica’s Charly Black, Fermin’s Soca on the Seas brand immediately shot into action, delivering an AfroSoca themed cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. This time, she sought out some of the Caribbean’s like minded culture promoters, acts like Barbados’ Edwin Yearwood, Eddie Charles of the A Team Band, Doggy Slaughter who would double up as Dj and artist, St. Lucia’s multi faceted, Ricky T, young artistes, Turner and Erphaan Alves, and even Chutney Soca Monarch Kings Neval Chatelal and Nishard B. That wasn’t all though. The team would not have been satisfied if they hadn’t gotten the latest hit maker to surface and shock the soca circuit- none other than Problem Child.

From October 8th – one day after Miami Carnival, to Friday October 12th, the Soca on the Seas family brought complete strangers together and it was aboard this amazing 4 night cruise that many who had never heard of Soca or Trinidad and Tobago, or even carnival, would get a first hand introduction to the vibe of what is now a globally expressed feeling of euphoria that can only be experienced.

A number of planned events offered those who’d signed up for the cruise, as well as those who’d simply booked for a trip to the Bahamas, the chance to experience the amazing talent of the soca outfit. Added to the musical entertainment, there was an All Fours competition with the grand prize being a trip to Dubai- Soca on the Seas’ next destination carded for 2019. A planned beach J’ouvert was unceremoniously cancelled, but not

to disappoint their guests, the SOS team organized a poolside J’ouvert event that gave tourists the opportunity to see the revelry of a Caribbean carnival atmosphere, first hand. Many joined in the poolside fun, with flag wavers showing off their skills, host Jason Williams delivering as usual, and DJ Ron and Slaughter pushing the soca to the limit as the ship sailed the high seas.

One person who’d simply signed up for the cruise confessed she had no idea Soca music was as infectious as it was and vowed to visit Trinidad and Tobago for Carnival. Another young, beautiful German woman simply could not get enough of the rhythmic beats. “She having ah time,” many Trini’s uttered, as they looked on in awe of the pretty young woman’s free spirited nature.

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Have a spooktacular HALLOWEEN! Apple monsters This easy-to-make snack is sure to impress hungry Halloween guests both big and small.

INGREDIENTS (MAKES 4 SERVINGS) • 1 big green apple • 1/2 cup caramel sauce or jam • 1 handful of shelled sunflower seeds • 8 big marshmallows • 8 milk chocolate buttons • 4 toothpicks DIRECTIONS 1. Cut the apple vertically into four pieces and carefully remove the seeds.

2. For each quarter,cut a small piece out of the peel to create the monster’s mouth.

3. With a spoon, place a quarter of the caramel sauce or jam at the back of each monster’s mouth.

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Five safety tips for welcoming trick-or-treaters on Halloween Do you love decorating your home and handing out candy on Halloween night? If so, here are a few tips for keeping your property safe when hordes of ghouls and goblins come knocking at your door.

tension cords on the ground, and make sure your Halloween decorations are securely fixed in place. You don’t want to risk little visitors getting hurt.

1. Turn on the outdoor lights: this way, fairies, pirates, vampires, superheroes, witches, princes­ses and other trick-or-treaters will know they’re welcome — and see where they’re stepping!

3. Ban candles: light your pumpkins with battery-operated candles or small flashlights. This way, you’ll eradicate fire haz­ards and thwart burn risks.

2. Clear the path, stairs and front stoop: rake any leaves and branches that could cause children to trip. Also, take care to not set up garlands or ex-

Whether your child wants to dress up as a gruesome zombie, a magical unicorn, an epic warrior or an evil witch, you have to take into account an array of criteria when selecting their Halloween costume. Always choose a costume that: 1. Allows them to be visible. Opt for a light-coloured costume and/or add reflective tape to the costume and accessories.

2. Doesn’t hinder their sight or breathing. It’s best to avoid masks, but if one is required to complete the outfit, make sure it fits perfectly.

3. Provides the necessary comfort. A pair of pretty princess slippers, for instance, may not be suitable for a long walk. And if your child has sensitive skin, some fabrics may irritate them.

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October 24 - #Peelgoespurple for kids on Dress Purple Day On October 24, 2018, Peel CAS will join other CAS’s and community partners across Ontario to dress purple and raise awareness of how we can all work together to keep children and youth safe.

"It takes a community to support families and care for children and youth,” says Rav Bains, CEO, Peel CAS. “In Peel, we are very excited to be working with partners in our local school boards, EarlyON and daycare centres, community organizations, the Region of Peel

as well as our foster caregivers, volunteers and youth to spread this message.”

Peel CAS will be participating in a social media campaign during the month of October leading up to Dress Purple Day. We hope you can join us and dress purple on October 24. Be sure to share pictures of your family, friends and coworkers and use the hashtag #iBREAKthesilence and #Peelgoespurple.

October 14-20 is Foster Family Appreciation Week During October Peel CAS celebrates foster families who open their homes and hearts and care for vulnerable children in our community.

Did you know?

• Last year, caring, loving homes for children in need were provided by 190 kinship families and more than 120 foster families • Peel CAS needs families who can work with children who have special needs and families who can care for sibling groups

Thank you to all of our foster caregivers for everything you do!

Remember to call CAS if you have a concern about a child or youth It takes a community to support families and care for children and youth. Last year Peel CAS worked with more than 11,000 families in our community. More than 90% of our is done with families in their homes. We work to protect children from abuse and neglect and help parents and caregivers build healthy families. Together

with partners in our community we work to assist families who may be facing challenges such as poverty, unemployment, ill health, domestic violence, mental health issues, or caring for a child who has serious physical, emotional or developmental difficulties. Some families also just need parenting support.

For more information, contact Peel CAS at 905.363.6131 or visit

www.peelcas.org

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Put your health first and listen to music Studies have shown that listening to music has many health benefits, especially for the elderly. In fact, not only does it contribute to lower stress levels and improved sleep, but it also reinforces the immune system. Keep reading to find out more.

SLEEP Seniors who listen to soft music for 45 minutes before bed fall asleep faster, sleep for longer, stir less during the night and benefit from all-around more energizing sleep.

Why? Music affects our parasympathetic nervous system, which slows our heart rate and breathing — much like when you get ready for bed. Hence, by relaxing the body, music can actually prepare it for sleep.

STRESS Researchers at McGill University’s Psychology Department found that music can be more effective than prescription drugs for reducing anxiety in adults before surgery. The study also demonstrated that listening to music helps re­ duce cortisol levels (a stress hormone) in the body.

Listening to soft music before bed promotes better sleep.

Le tricot est une activité relaxante des plus bénéfiques pour stimuler vos neurones!

DID YOU KNOW? NK (natural killer) cells that attack harmful bacte­ ria as well as infected and cancerous cells are more prevalent in music lovers. Music therefore helps boost our immune system!

Take advantage of the summer season to admire the beautiful flowers that flourish under the sun!

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Is your bathroom accident-proof?

Many seniors fear falling and in­ juring themselves while using the bathroom. Thankfully, va­rious accessories are availa­ble to help secure the space and keep it ac­ cessible for all.

MATS Place an anti-slip rubber mat on the bathtub or shower floor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry before stepping in. Thinking about placing a carpet in front of the bathtub or shower entrance for a decorative touch? Once again, opt for an anti-slip model.

GRAB RAILS Install at least two grab rails around the bathtub. The first, which you’ll use to help yourself get in and out of the tub, should

be installed vertically on the fau­ cet wall. The second, horizontal or slo­ped, should be fixed to the back wall. This one will be useful to help you sit and stand back up. For added safety, install extra grab bars near the toilet.

SEATS A shower seat is helpful to avoid standing and bending if you drop something on the ground.

Opt for a folding model to save space. Keep in mind that there are rai­sed shower and toilet seats available to help you move about with ease.

Finally, other safety features for the bathroom that can help prevent nasty falls include walk-in showers or tubs.

Three tips for preventing heatstroke this summer Did you know that the feeling of thirst subsides with age? It’s true! As we get older, we feel less thirsty. That’s why the elderly are at greater risk of developing ailments such as dehydration and heatstroke. Here are three tips to help prevent discomfort this summer.

1. DRINK LOTS OF WATER Heatstroke happens when you neglect to keep yourself hydrated in a hot environment. Therefore, it’s essential to drink regularly and eat lots fruits and veggies with a high water content (e.g. citrus fruit, melons and cucumbers). Tip: al­ ways bring a reusable water bottle wherever you go.

2. STAY COOL Turn your fans on and program your air conditioning system to maintain a comfortable room tem­ perature. Keep your blinds and curtains closed during the day to prevent the sun’s rays from heating up your home. When need be, find shelter in an air-conditioned area such as a grocery store, restaurant, shopping mall or pharmacy to keep your body temperature in check.

3. EXERCISE IN THE MORNING OR EVENING When summer rolls around, plan your workout schedule according to the outside temperature. Exercise in the morning or evening when it’s nice and cool. Avoid strenuous activity during heat waves and those hotter times of day.

ASK FOR HELP! Heatstroke should be treated as a medical emergency. If you or a loved one is experiencing diz­ ziness, nausea, vomiting, heada­ ches or any other worrying symptoms (e.g. rapid heart rate, irritated skin, confusion), call 911.

Three outings to enjoy this summer Summer is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor acti­ vities with your family, friends and significant other — or even just on your own! Here are a few great ideas to ensure you take full advantage of the warmer days ahead.

1. ADMIRE THE FLORA Whether by strolling through your neighbourhood, relaxing in your backyard or visiting a local gar­ den, take a moment to admire the beautiful flowers that thrive under the summer sun. In the mood for a group outing? Contact a local horticul­ tural club.

2. GO FOR A DIP Sun’s out! Invite your grandchildren or a few friends to spend a pleasant afternoon by the pool. You could also take a solo trip to the lo­ cal pool to wade peacefully in the water or do some laps.

3. TAKE IN A SHOW Summer is the season for open-air festivals and concerts, many of which are free to attend. Grab your folding chair, get comfortable and enjoy some great entertainment in the great outdoors.

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Four cooking methods for a low-fat diet Are you looking for ways to lower the amount of fat you consume? Here are four ways to make healthy meals without using butter or oil.

1. Steaming: cooking veggies and rice via this method allows you to preserve flavours and nutrients. You can also steam cook fish and meat. If you’re short on time, use a pressure cooker to steam your food.

2. Slow cooking: this is the ideal way to get tender and delicious meals from tough cuts of meat. Since the meat is usually cooked in some sort of broth, there’s no need to add oil or butter to the dish.

3. Étouffée or smothering: popular in Cajun and Creole cuisine, this method involves cooking fish or seafood in a closed container with the steam from

its own juices. The technique also works well with veggies and white meat.

4. Oven cooking: fish, meat and veggies can all be cooked in the oven without adding extra fat. Using the dry heat alone is called roasting and cooking in broth or wine is called braising. Both are healthy ways to make tasty meals.

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Winter squash: health benefits and uses Butternut, pumpkin, spaghetti, kabocha, acorn — winter squashes are abundant at this time of year. Unlike summer varieties that are picked when they’re young and tender, winter types are best when left to mature on the vine. Their long growing season allows them to become sweet and develop a thick, hard skin that means they can be stored for up to six months.

While these veggies — technically fruit — come in different sizes, shapes and flavours, they all have one in common: their amazing health benefits.

gredient that can be used in soups, stews, pies, muffins and more. You can stuff and bake them or cut them thinly and roast them to make chips.

Just like their summer cousins, winter squash blossoms are delicious in a salad or stuffed and fried.

However you prepare yours, don’t forget to roast the seeds — they make a nutritious and tasty snack.

Not only are winter squashes high in fibre and antioxidants, they’re also excellent sources of potassium and vitamin A. Additionally, they contain important minerals such as copper, iron and magnesium as well as a number of B-complex vitamins.

Winter squash is a versatile in-

What you need to know about carbon monoxide poisoning Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas that can’t be seen, smelled or tasted. Since it doesn’t irritate the eyes or respiratory passages, it’s impossible for a human to detect it. It’s produced when cars or appliances burn fuels like gasoline, propane, oil, natural gas and wood.

SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING Nausea, headaches, dizziness and fatigue are the first signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. In more severe cases, it can lead to mental confusion, vomiting and loss of muscle co-ordination. In the most extreme cases, it can cause a coma or death.

PREVENTION OF CO POISONING To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, follow these tips: • Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home, and test them regularly. Visit the Government of Canada website for more information.

• Properly maintain your fuel-burning heating system and get your chimney cleaned once a year to ensure that it’s not obstructed.

• Hire a professional to inspect the ventilation near appliances that burn fuel (like gas stoves).

• Never leave a car running in the garage, even if the door is open.

• Don’t use gas- or propane-powered equipment such as a camping heater, barbeque or chainsaw in your house or garage.

EMERGENCY MEASURES If you begin to exhibit symptoms of CO poisoning, or if your alarm goes off, go outside immediately and call 911. Don’t go back inside your home until emergency service responders have given you the all-clear. Ensure that any appliance that may have caused the leak is inspected before using it.

IF YOUR POWER GOES OUT Within your home, only use lighting, heating and cooking appliances designed for indoor use, and never use a gas stove as an indoor heat source — even for just a few minutes! If you use a generator, install it outdoors, as far away as possible from doors and windows, making sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Gastritis: symptoms, causes and treatments Gastritis is a condition caused by inflammation of the stomach lining. It can be characterized as either chronic or astute. Most cases aren’t serious and symptoms typically go away once the condition’s treated.

SYMPTOMS The most common symptoms of gastritis include: • Indigestion • Stomach pain • Heartburn • Difficulty digesting food • Nausea • Vomiting • Bloating • Loss of appetite • Blood in the stool Sometimes gastritis presents no symptoms at all.

CAUSES Among the possible causes of gastritis are: • Use of anti-inflammatory drugs • Overconsumption of alcohol • Bile reflux • Stress • Tobacco • A bacterium, parasite or virus in the stomach TREATMENT In some cases, the only treatment that’s needed is to avoid consuming items that cause stomach irritation such as alcohol, spicy foods, coffee and anti-inflammatories.

In cases of acute gastritis — when symptoms start suddenly and go away after a few days — liquid meals may help to soothe the stomach. If it’s chronic, treatments may include antibiotics, acid blockers or antacids.

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5 Key points to consider when starting a Yoga practice TRISHA CURLING

trishacurling@carib101.com

YOGA SPECIALIST

There can be a great deal of hesitation when it comes to wanting to start a yoga practice and this is totally normal. The poses, even their Sanskrit names alone can be very intimidating. We can very easily tell ourselves that because we don’t look or move a certain way, that yoga is not something for us. It’s too easy to remove ourselves from the list of people that were “made for yoga.” Now more than ever, we live in a time where not only do we value our physical health, but we hold equal if not more value on our mental health. Yoga

provides both, so we cannot so easily talk ourselves out of giving it a try.

It’s true that there are a number of things to consider when approaching your practice, but I believe we should definitely keep these five things in mind.

1- Be patient and kind to yourself We can do this in a few ways. One of the first things I learned was to never compare my practice to someone else’s. This is the first step in avoiding the voice in your head that may say negative things like “She/He is so much better than me at this.” Also, be patient with learning the names of the different poses. The more often you practice, the faster you will connect the dots.

2- Allow for smaller amounts of time to practice Instead of feeling overwhelmed by having to do a full 60 min. or even 30 min. practice set a goal of practicing for maybe 10 min. This may

seem more achievable and you will feel more accomplished when you complete it.

3- Choose variations that feel comfortable for your body The way we look and feel in a pose can be influenced by a number of factors like, injury, body type, height, the list goes on. If we approach each pose with kindness towards ourselves, we will take the variations that seem most achievable for us. Yes, we want to challenge ourselves, but we also want to be able to progress without pushing it, just for the sake of getting into the pose.

4- Find a teacher that you connect with This is important because you will feel more at ease as you practice. Even their voice can provide a sense of softness that you may need at the time. If you like their teaching style, you are more likely to go to your mat, which leads to the next point.

5- Be consistent In order to achieve benefits like: • Reduced stress • Increased strength & flexibility • Reduced anxiety and/or depression • Improved digestion • Improved posture • Reduced pain • We need to visit our mats on a regular basis.

Our bodies and our minds respond to movement. The body will crave more and the discipline to practice will increase as you begin to see and feel the benefits.

These five points are by no means the only things to consider, however, they are a step in the right direction in order to prepare you for what’s to come in your own personal yoga practice. Consider these five points as you take that online class, and/or walk into your first studio class and know that all who have practiced have considered at least one if not all of these things.

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“You’re Pretty for a Dark-Skinned Girl!”

“I Am, Am I?” SIMONE SMITH simone@carib101.com

HUMAN SPECIALIST “You are pretty for a dark-skinned girl!” The first time I heard this I was about 25 years old, and to be very honest, I was not sure how to take that.

Was that a compliment, or should I be slightly offended? At the age of 39, I think back to that, and my initial reaction is to be annoyed. My emotionally intelligent reaction is one of understanding; understanding that we live in a very European influenced world, and the only way to change the narrative is to become part of a better narrative.

Let us talk melanin; melanin is the pigment that makes skin dark. We are all born with melanin; some have more, some have less. They actually put melanin in our skin products to protect us from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Melanin absorbs light very effectively and dissipates over 99.0% of the ultraviolet radiation that our skin absorbs. This helps to reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Despite the physiological advantages of having such a miracle pigment, darker skinned individuals face barriers that will never truly be understood by those of lighter skin.

Here enters colorism, which has been well documented among descendants of African people.

Interestingly enough, colorism has been found in other ethnic groups across the world, especially in the Asia’s. *Interesting Fact: Alice Walker (author and activist) was the person who coined the word colorism. * Jackson–Lowman’s 2013 “A form of oppression that is expressed through the differential treatment of individuals and groups based on skin color. Typically, favoritism is demonstrated toward those of lighter complexions while those of darker complexions experience rejection and mistreatment.”

It is important that you understand the meaning of this word before I take you any further down this rabbit hole. Take a moment to put aside your thoughts on this topic and look at what the word means. All right, so as I had mentioned, I had an opportunity to go to the Miss Jamaica Pageant at The Pegasus Hotel. The event was very extravagant, everything that you expect from an esteemed pageant like the Miss Jamaica. As I buzzed around the room taking pictures, I began to notice a pattern occurring right in front of me. I would say that about 80% of the girls who were in the top 10 were fairer skin. I couldn’t help but really think about what this is continuing to teach our young women about standards of beauty.

It has been commonplace for judges to choose lighter skinned, or fairer skinned beauties to represent their country in contests such as Miss World or Miss Universe. Why is that you ask? Well, our current narrative is that the more European you look, the prettier or more

accepted you are. I don’t have to get into the bleaching topic because you all know the devastating effects that has had.

It is no wonder that we hold women like Davina Bennett, Nyakim and Khoudia Diop in such high regard; but why is that? Is beautiful, not beautiful? Organizers of the Miss Jamaica World contest are pointing to a global trend of natural beauty. Global trend? So, now dark is trending? Aston Cooke, who is the co-franchise holder of the pageant, reported that the appeal of Davina Bennett, the young lady who placed third in the Miss Universe, has boosted an Afro-Centric look. Again, so being dark skinned and beautiful is only okay because it became trendy?

It is not that this narrative has not been put on blast; Jamaican beauty pageant judges have been criticized for selecting lightskinned winners and runners-up. As I stood there, I realize that not much had changed. Joan McDonald, Miss Jamaica World 1978, and Dr. Sanneta Myrie, 2015 Miss World runner-up, are women who have sported the afro-centric look before Davina Bennett did. I notice that these names are dropped in order to defend the case of colorism; well it does not because we are not talking hairstyle, we are talking shade of skin.

Dr.Sanneta is a beautiful woman, who rocks locks very well, but she is still fairer skinned, and like many other light-skinned women, she was selected to represent Jamaica on the world stage.

Changing the narrative is not going to be easy because the self-hate can be deep. What I will do is proudly say, “I am beautiful and darkskinned and the two coexist!”

A spirit of gratitude COLLEEN LINDBERG colleen@carib101.com

LIFESTYLE COACH Thanksgiving just passed here for us in Canada.

It’s a day that many people get together with their loved ones and celebrate. They give thanks for what they have, things and people in their life, etc. It always gets me every year that we create this day to give thanks but are people grateful every day? Are people actually thanking other people in their life outside of this day?

Although I love that we celebrate on Thanksgiving, because really who doesn’t love a great meal with loved ones but are you grateful every day?

Our lives are so abundant and rich with so much beauty. Everywhere we turn there is so much to be grateful for. Our health, our

relationships, our wealth, the food we eat and I could go on. So how do we incorporate this into a daily practice?

Here are some ideas how; 1. First thing in the morning when you wake up think about three things (or more if you want) that you are grateful for. Then hone in on that energy. Go into the scenarios, feel it in your heart center and hold onto that feeling as you wake.

2. When people do things for you, like hold the door open, bring you something etc. thank them. Pass off the great energy onto others.

3. Speak up and recognize when people do great things in your life for you, for others and in the world. The more we speak about gratitude, the more we are grateful, the more we can spread that love into the world. Sometimes that little shout out makes a person’s day and it truly is about the little things.

4. At the dinner table have everyone around you before eating state one thing they are grateful for from the day. If you eat alone, then tell yourself. It will help you to keep

5.

aligning your great energy throughout the day.

Before you go to sleep reflect on three things (or more if you want) that you are grateful for that day. Some people journal them, some people tell their spouse partner and they make it a part of their bedtime routine. It also brings such great energy for you before bedtime. They always say the more positive things we experience before bed the better we will sleep.

I was on a walk the other day and I just looked up at the sky and it took my breath away. The way the clouds were whisking in the sky, the sun about to set over the mountain and the reflection of the light onto the other side of the sky. I stood there for a moment in such thanks for being able to see and experience this beauty. It has been proven that the more people are in a spirit of gratitude the less angry they are, the less stress they are under, the more connected they are in their lives and to the people in it. With that being said, I think that it’s in everyone’s best interest to practice gratitude every day. Do you?

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Unequal division of matrimonial assets VALERIE DYE valerie@carib101.com

LEGAL SPECIALIST

Can a court order that upon termination of a marriage one spouse should be awarded less than half of the value of the net family assets? The answer to that is yes.

Section 5 (6) of the Family Law Act of Ontario makes provision for unequal division of assets where the court is of the opinion that equalizing the net family assets would be unconscionable.

Some of the most common reasons for the court to order an unequal division of assets is where one spouse has intentionally or recklessly depleted the

family asset; where one spouse has recklessly incurred significant debts during the marriage; where one spouse has failed to disclose significant debts he or she had at the time of marriage; or where the amount one spouse is entitled to receive is disproportionately large in relation to a cohabitation period of less than five years.

One of the many cases in which the courts in Ontario have ordered the unequal division of net family assets is the case of Dillon vs Dillon . Mr. Dillon managed his family’s finances and incurred a substantial amount of debt due to his alcoholism. His wife only became aware of the debts when creditors began pursuing him. The family’s debts led to an impoverished lifestyle. The wife also had to borrow money from relatives to pay some of the debts incurred by the husband. After the couple separated the court agreed that given the number of debts incurred by Mr. Dillon during the marriage it would be unconscionable for the family assets to be divided equally.

After calculating the net family assets, the wife owed an equalization payment of $62,000 to the husband. The court reduced this amount by $50,000 and the husband only received $12,000.00.

Where cohabitation has lasted for less than five years the courts have also ruled that there should be an unequal division of net family assets. In Gomez vs McHale, the parties began dating in 2007 and began living together in September 2009 in the Respondent husband’s home.

They married in June 2013 and separated in February 2014. Their period of cohabitation was less than five years. The applicant agreed that she was not entitled to the full equalization payment calculated at $288,566.61 but argued that she should receive forty percent of that amount. The court took all the circumstances into consideration (including the fact that the house was owned prior to cohabitation and that the husband made significant improvements to the house during the period

of cohabitation with no contribution from the wife) and awarded the wife $60,000.00.

It should be noted that even though equalization and division of net family assets apply only to married couples, section 5(6)(e) of the Family Law Act considers the length of cohabitation and not the length of the marriage. As such, even if a marriage lasts for only one year but cohabitation began more than five years before the marriage, an unequal division of net family assets will not be justified on the basis of a short marriage. At the same time, a period of dating will not be considered a period of cohabitation.

In determining whether or not to award an unequal division of assets the court focuses on the unconscionability of an equal division. In other words, it must shock the conscience of the court that, given the conduct of the defaulting spouse, he or she should still benefit from fifty percent of the net family assets of the other spouse.

Mi Nah Vote KATHY McDONALD kathy@carib101.com

SCHOOL TRUSTEE

“Mi Nah Vote” (“I am Not voting”) is a response that is too often hurdled at me as I energetically go about wards 3 and 4 in Brampton. This type of apathy is very frustrating especially when one recalls the extreme sacrifices that individuals went through so that women, black, African and people of Caribbean descent could vote.

Last Friday I met some brilliant amazing minds from the African, Black and Caribbean community at First Fridays, The Election Edition. I left this networking event feeling inspired.

It was great to be in the room with political royalty like Beverly Salmon and Zanana Akande. Mrs. Salmon was first elected as the North York City councillor in 1985 and remained a councillor until 1997. When I listened to her impart wisdom and encouragement to the candidates, deep down I felt that the community owes it to her to vote.

The discrimination and outright dishonesty that was used to delay her entry into city council is astounding. Nonetheless, she persevered and eventually won. Mrs. Salmon

used her office to serve all her constituents including immigrants and people of color and Toronto is better because of Ms. Salmon. Even today, Mrs. Salmon is still fighting systemic discrimination. I shudder to think of the loss to Toronto if she was never elected.

Zanana Akande, who was the first black female to be elected into the Legislative Assembly of Ontario and the first black female to serve as a cabinet minister in Canada also attended the October 5th event.

The rich life experiences and wisdom shared with all in attendance was so riveting that it has ignited the call to awaken the black vote. We cannot be complacent, we must go out and vote. I am not telling you who to vote for (unless you live in wards 3 and 4 in Brampton then vote for me please). I am imploring you to vote. VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! I cannot overemphasize the importance of this privilege.

I firmly believe that when individuals don’t vote they should not complain about carding, increased taxes or service fees, lack of services, institutionalized discrimination and systemic oppression, poor or lack of service, unfair practices in the education sector, late buses, dilapidated classrooms, poor EQAO results, french immersion, streaming, lack of high expectations for racialized students, inequitable access to resources, skewed expulsion rates, lack of support for special education or mental health supports, large class sizes, moldy portables, too many portables, the curricu-

lum, lack of racialized teachers especially African, black or Caribbean teachers….. I could go on.

The above list highlights a few of the concerns that trustees across Ontario receive. Why would any parent or caregiver not go out and vote for a competent person that could adequately address some of these issues? Why not have an input into the person that is responsible for; voicing such concerns, creating or changing policies that can affect the concerns expressed or fund programs and initiatives to alleviate some of the dilemmas faced by students and their families in Ontario. When I think of the impact that a trustee has on the educational outcomes for the students and families they serve as well as the entire District School Board, it is mind-blowing that individuals would not want a say as to whether or not the incumbent should continue to serve as their trustee or be given the boot.

It is disheartening to witness individuals that willingly choose to neglect their civic duty, and in my opinion moral duty to vote. It is important to let your voice be heard even if you don’t support any of the candidates. By voting and not selecting someone you still are sending a message.

When I see the great strides at other boards, for example, the Durham District School Board (DDSB) and the bold steps taken in their journey for inclusion, it is truly mind-boggling that any person of African, black or Caribbean descent would not vote to ensure that such great work continues.

The DDSB, last year had a targeted recruitment of black educators as well as they already have 12 black studies courses, both academic and applied level courses, that are available to all students in the board.

How could someone from the aforementioned communities not come out and ensure that equity champions like Vice-Chair of DDSB, Patrice Barnes are not reelected?

Please note she’s the only black trustee on the Board and it’s no coincidence that such initiatives are occurring during her tenure.

How could individuals not use their voice to let policymakers understand how important such work is to the community? Remember silence or absenteeism is often seen as “Wi nah care” (“We don’t care”).

As a community we ought not to, we cannot afford to, we cannot be apathetic. There are many examples of hardworking dedicated people who are ardently working to make things better. Take the time to read and examine their work ethic and productivity. It’s easy as clicking on your child’s school board website and reading about the current trustee as well as visiting the websites or social media accounts of the other candidates. Our children are depending on you. So, journey with me as together we make informed decisions to elect people that will truly work and represent the entire community including the African, Black and Caribbean community. Walk Good! Belle Marché!

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Creating mental health awareness through legal means BRITTNEY CHANNER brittney@carib101.com

JUSTICE WARRIOR

For those who have been keeping up with my social justice contributions for the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper would remember one entry in particular regarding mental health advocacy. Furthermore, in that same article, some would remember me discussing a situation in particular, where a friend of mine who is diagnosed with Asperger’s, was taken advantage of by someone he trusted and unfortunately was left to fend for himself. As someone from the outside looking in, it pained me to watch him come to the realization that the same justice system he believed in for years to assist him, had failed him.

Nevertheless, shortly after that article hit the stands, I was shocked at the overwhelmingly amount of people who commented in agreement or shared their personal stories of friends and family with disabilities in similar situations and not receiving the justice they had imagined.

Therefore, I decided to explore the legal rights of those with disabilities and or mental illness and try to decipher what tools and or legal resources, if any, are there to protect vulnerable persons from being taken advantage of.

Currently, the two main federal laws that protect people with disabilities from discrimination include the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Canadian Human Rights Act. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms contain fundamental rules about how our country operates. In section 15 of the Charter, in particular, it is clear that every individual in Canada regardless of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, sex, age or physical or mental disability cannot be discriminated against. What this essentially means is that the government cannot discriminate on any of these grounds in regards to its laws or programs implemented. The Charter also allows for certain laws or programs that are strictly aimed at improving the situation of disadvantaged individuals or groups such as those with a mental or physical disability.

Secondly, The Canadian Human Rights Act of 1977 protects those with physical and mental disabilities and are able to use the act to protect themselves

against harassment or discrimination. Although the Charter and the Human Rights Act does offer insightful and rewarding information concerning the rights of those with mental and physical disabilities in reference to employment, housing, and equal opportunity, it, unfortunately, does not give adequate protection from those who plot to exploit people who are deemed to be more susceptible.

Just like my friend, most of the stories that I heard from some of my readers involved friends or family members with disabilities, being exploited for financial gain. Some may refer to this as deception, but the Criminal Code of Canada refers to it as fraud. According to section 380 in the Criminal Code, fraud is defined as anyone who by deceit, falsehood or fraudulent means, whether or not is a false pretense within the meaning of this Act, defrauds the public or any person, whether ascertained or not of any property, money or valuable security or any service. (Department of Justice, 2018)

It is evident that the Criminal Code clearly describes this act to be a crime punishable by imprisonment and yet, so many individuals across the country continue to be victimized by people whose primary goal is to take advantage and manipulate for self-interest.

After this incident, in particular, I must admit that I too saw the justice system differently. All these laws, acts and legislations implemented to protect the vulnerable and yet, many individuals who identify as having a disability or mental illness continue to feel defeated. The lack of resources and proper precedent to handle situations like these presents itself to be a continuous blockage in attaining proper justice by penalizing those who continue to commit such unlawful acts. In addition, the lack of empathy that exists within particular sectors of society also contributes to why such an overwhelmingly amount of individuals who identify as having a disability or mental illness refuse to come forward.

So, how do we fix this and allow those who are deemed to be vulnerable persons to attain the confidence in their justice system that was once lost? How can we punish those who take advantage of people for financial gain? How can we make it easy for people to come forward with confidence when an offense against them has taken place?

I do not have the answers to all these questions, however, the first step starts with reducing the stigma. Through this, creates better outcomes, better comprehension, and better results.

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Three essential elements for setting up your beauty corner Would you like to create a space where you can apply your skincare products, do your makeup and style your hair in peace? Make sure your beauty corner includes the following three elements.

1. A MIRROR Get yourself a mirror that’s big enough for you to see your face and hair clearly. It will

be easier for you to get ready if you can view your work in its entirety. To see even more clearly, try a magnifying mirror.

2. LIGHTING Avoid unwanted shadows — which are definitely not ideal when you’re putting makeup on! — by installing lights on either side of your mirror so that the beams cross.

You can use built-in lights, hanging lights or w a l l fixtures to do this.

3. STORAGE Keep your beauty corner well-organized with pretty jars for your brushes and transparent organizers to store your beauty products by category (lipstick, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, etc.).

How to brighten up your basement Basements, by nature, tend to be dark. A window might let in a bit of natural light, but there are many other ways to make your basement brighter. Here are a few.

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Have you heard of colour zoning?

Colour zoning is a popular interior design technique that uses colourful sections of paint on walls to give any room a dose of character. Lines, rectangles, circles — no matter what shape you use to create your colour zones, the idea behind the concept is to invigorate a given space using colour.

ments pop, whether they’re accessories (vases, decorations, mirrors, etc.), pieces of furniture or architectural features. This technique can also be used to compensate for a room’s dimensions (e.g. a low ceiling) or to mask certain defects (e.g. dama­ged walls).

STRUCTURE Colour zoning is a great way to visually divide a large room.

Do your living room and dining room make up one big open space that you’d like to separate in some way?

Use blocks of colour on the walls to define each area.

HIGHLIGHT Colour zoning can be used to make your favourite ele-

Sensible advice for setting up your wine cellar

COLOURS Light colours are your greatest allies when it comes to brightening a space. Opt for shades of white, beige or pale grey, and paint the whole room the same colour (ceiling, walls, doors and frames). This will make the area look bigger, and therefore, brighter. Use pale flooring to further enhance the illusion of space.

MATERIALS Furniture with a shiny finish, such as leather sofas or plastic chairs, reflects light and diffuses it throughout the room. Transparent materials like glass and plexiglass can have the same effect. You could also add a layer of epoxy-based varnish to your floor to make it ultra-lustrous and give your basement extra sparkle.

ACCESSORIES If you’re looking to increase your basement’s brightness, adding light sources is a surefire solution. Use multiple embedded and hanging lights to eliminate as many dark spots as possible. This will help you create a warm and inviting environment. Finally, reflective accessories (mirrors, chrome decorations, etc.) are the perfect way to complete a well-lit room.

Are you a wine lover? Do you want to create a space in which to store your favourite bottles? Before getting started, you should know that many elements must be considered in order to preserve your best vintages. Here are five recommendations for setting up the perfect wine cellar.

1. MAINTAIN AN OPTIMAL TEMPERATURE Your wine cellar shouldn’t be too cold or too hot. Ideally, the temperature should be kept between 11 and 14 °C. Otherwise, your wine runs the risk of premature aging.

2. MANAGE HUMIDITY LEVELS The ideal humidity level for a wine cellar is usually between 60 and 80 per cent.

If it’s too high, the corks could get mouldy; too low, and the wine’s quality could be affected.

3. AVOID STRONG LIGHTING Since wine is very sensitive to light, it’s best to store it in a dark place. Choose a lowintensity light source for when you need to see what you’re doing.

4. OPT FOR INDIVIDUAL COMPARTMENTS To avoid having to move your bottles around too frequently, store them horizontally in in­ dividual compartments. Wine doesn’t respond well to being moved around, so storing each bottle in its own compartment is the best way to preserve its flavour.

5. KEEP STRONG SMELLS AWAY Remember that wine breathes. Avoid storing or using strong-smelling products in your cellar, because the smells could eventually get through the cork and alter the taste of the wine.

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automotive

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HYUNDAI still climbing Over at Hyundai, the first half of 2018 was all about the redesigned Accent and the all-new Kona, which recently made its grand entrance into the world of compact SUVs. Starting this fall, the Kona’s much-awaited fully electric version will be available in dealerships with a promised range of 400 kilometres.

Since the beginning of summer, the Veloster — which many believed to be gone for good — has been in the spotlight. What’s more,2019 the Accent’s Hyundaitraditional Veloster

chassis has made way for the Elantra GT’s more rigid and modern structure while retaining its three-door configuration. Under the hood, buyers have two options. The standard engine is a 148-HP 2.0-litre, but fans of high performance might prefer the 1.6-litre turbocharged option that outputs 201 HP with an efficient dual-clutch transmission. Furthermore, those looking for something that packs a punch will be happy to know that the N version — the sportiest Accent — will be available with a 275-HP 4-cylinder engine worthy of true compact sports cars.

The new Santa Fe is getting a ton of attention this fall thanks to its complete redesign. The model, first unveiled last March at the Geneva motor show, will come with a 2.2-litre 4-cylinder under the hood. Its style is very different from that of its predecessor, featuring a highly expressive grille reminiscent of the Kona’s. In addition to a diesel

2019 Hyundai Sante Fe

engine outputting just under 200 HP, two other powertrain configurations are available: a 185-HP 2.4-litre, and a 232-HP turbocharged 2.0-litre. All of the engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and models come equipped with the new-generation HTRAC all-wheel drive system. The higher-end editions will be available with auto-levelling suspension capabilities.

INFINITI innovates with new technology Nissan’s luxury division is betting big on the QX50 for 2019. The compact crossover’s V6 engine is being replaced by an innovative new technology, as Infiniti becomes the first automaker to offer the general public a variable compression engine. This high-tech 2.0-litre

4-cylinder is a big upgrade from the 3.7-litre atmospheric V6 previously found in many Nissan and Infiniti models.

According to Infiniti, the innovative engine plays a double role: it conserves power while reducing fuel consumption by 30 per cent. With the ability to adjust its compression ratio throughout the drive, it consumes less fuel without sacrificing performance. It’s slightly less powerful than the V6 but brings down fuel con­sumption from 12 to nine litres per 100 kilometres.

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WEEK OF OCTOBER 14 TO OCTOBER 20, 2018

ARIES

The luckiest signs this week: ARIES, TAURUS AND GEMINI

Whether you’re on the verge of retirement or about to start a new ca­reer, you’ll focus on more clearly defining your next steps.

You’ll need a plan to help you navigate the circumstances ahead.

TAURUS

HOW TO PLAY :

Professional training will bring yourcareer to new heights.

You’ll be in­spired by a series of new challengesthat require a good dose of patienceon your part. Your pleasure­seeking spirit will entice you to make a bigmove.

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

You’ll reflect deeply on your life and start making big changes.

You’ll need to seriously review your priorities in order to build a future that lives up to your expectations.

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.

You’ll find yourself saying yes to everyone this week, and you’ll put a lot of pressure on yourself to stay true to your word in all circumstances. You’ll need more information before making an important decision. Whatever you decide do, be sure to think things over carefully.

PUZZLE NO. 667 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 667

GEMINI

CANCER

LEO

PUZZLE NO. 930 44. Running behind 45. Pick 47. Put spirit into 49. Not bad 50. Edible fish 51. Small banknote 54. Lean 55. Yoked animals 56. Reclined 57. Of sound mind 58. Parisian mother 59. Notable time period

21. Bro’s sib 22. Deed 24. Target 28. National bird 30. Opposite of hard 31. Visit 33. Breakfast food 34. Devour 35. “A pocket full of ____” 37. First-class 39. Jokes

40. Island greeting 41. Pine substance 43. Passenger vessel 46. Traffic barrier 48. Fan blade 50. Male turkey 52. Broken-down horse 53. Needle feature

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 930

ACROSS

1. Automotive fuel 4. Collies 8. “How the ____ Was Won” 12. Rainbow 13. Send forth 14. Wheel rod 15. ____ soup

(thick fog) 16. Tax 17. Stadium part 18. Easternmost state 20. Playful animal 21. Weakens 23. Catch 25. Heavens 26. Frozen treats

27. Majestic address 29. Emphasize 32. Sparse 36. Having foot digits 38. Confederate color 39. Crock 42. Detect

VIRGO

You’ll find yourself in the right place at the right time in order to stand out and make a great first impression. You’ll be proud of yourself. At work, you’ll be rewarded and may even receive an ovation.

LIBRA

Your loved ones will have trouble getting you out of the house. You’ll feel overly attached to old items that take up too much space at home. Getting rid of the clutter will free your mind.

SCORPIO

You won’t be afraid to say out loud what others have been thinking. You’ll need to display good leadership skills to help solve a complex situation.

SAGITTARIUS

DOWN

1. Breach 2. ____ you kidding?

3. Scurry 4. Hero store 5. Forerunners 6. Accepted facts 7. Pigpen 8. Light-bulb word 9. Departs 10. Glossy 11. Absorbent fabric 19. Useful possession 20. Horrible monster

You’ll work a few hours of overtime, which will temporarily improve your financial situation. Afterwards, you’ll feel more available to focus your efforts on your relationship, which is in great need of attention.

You may have to invest a considerable sum in your professional future. You’ll feel the urge to purchase a new car in order to give off an air of prestige. Don’t be impulsive in your spending.

CAPRICORN

You’ll pull out all the stops to succeed in finding enough clients to reach one of your biggest goals. In the heat of the moment, you’ll be crowned with success

AQUARIUS

If you’re searching for your ideal career, you’ll find the inspiration you need to define your path. You’ll chan­nel your creativity and imagination to create a true masterpiece.

PISCES

CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS USE AMERICAN SPELLING

If you aren’t in tune with your inner athlete, you can expect to start feeling the effects of a se­dentary lifestyle creep up on you this week. To motivate yourself to get back in shape, you’ll ask friends to join you in signing up for a physical activity.

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real estate

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Rent-to-Own; What you should know JAY BRIJPAUL brijpaul@carib101.com

REAL ESTATE PRO Rent-to-own helps the buyer to own a home in the future and gives the seller an exit strategy in a poor housing market. The hot housing market in the GTA attracts investors who enjoy the profits from real estate without the hassle from tenants. Tenants who enter the rent-to-own program also benefit because they can gradually save their down payment or improve their credit score knowing that they will eventually own the home. Rent-to-own is like a car lease where the rent is an income to the owner and a part of it goes towards the down payment.

Usually, a rental contract will have an option to

purchase and must not be confused with a rentpurchase deal. The first is only an option where the tenant has the first chance to buy. The second is a purchase, where the tenant is obligated to buy at the end of the term.

To enter the program, the tenant must pay an option fee that is about 2.5% of the purchase price and in addition to the negotiated rent, the tenant pays an additional monthly amount that would be credited towards the down payment on closing. The option fee should be around 7% of the purchase price. If the tenant cannot close the transaction, then the option fee is forfeited by the seller. Tenants in a rent-to-own program can benefit substantially since the price is set up front. The increase over the years can be more than 20%.

As a tenant, engage a lawyer in the process. The lawyer will conduct a title search revealing the name of the owners and the mortgage owing. The next step is to conduct an inspection. Usually, the tenant is responsible for all repairs, including appliances, and improvements made. If the home requires work, then

it might not be worth your efforts. Since the price is set up front, order an appraisal so that you can establish fair market value. Investors may negotiate a higher purchase price up front as their profit. Some will inflate the purchase price yearly. It is important to know what is in the contract and ask your lawyer to register the rent-purchase deal on the title.

Tenants must be careful because even a late payment for rent can void the contract and the option fee is forfeited. If at the end of the term, the tenant cannot arrange a mortgage, then the seller can void the contract, forfeit the down payment and sell the property to a new buyer.

Sellers benefit as well because they can enjoy a positive cash flow and do not have to worry about maintenance or repairs. Over the years, the seller will have paid down their mortgage and will have built equity in the home.

There are some downsides as well; the seller is obligated to sell the home to the tenant, but the tenant is not contractually obligated to

purchase. If the tenant does not exercise the option, the seller can be at a disadvantage in a decaying market. If the market climbs substantially, then the seller will be missing out from the increased value.

Like all real estate purchases, both parties should be diligent in their approach. It is best to engage a solicitor who is familiar with rent-to-own. The contract must contain the purchase price, original deposit, closing date, the amount of rent, additional deposits and who will maintain the property. Since this is rent-toown, landlord and tenant rules apply. For example, if there is no heat in the home, it is the landlord’s responsibility.

Rent-to-own is a viable proposition in today’s hot real estate market. Investors benefit because a rent-to-own tenant will take care of the investment, knowing that they will eventually become the owners. Investors receive an upfront deposit to help in the purchase, a higher than market value sale, secure rents and a tenant who will take care of the property. When greed is taken out of the recipe, it’s a win-win.

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finance

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Don’t put all your eggs in one basket FAZAAD BACCHUS fazaad@carib101.com

FINANCE SPECIALIST

In the world of investments, you should not put all your eggs in one basket, it’s too risky.

In primary school, we were taught this simple but very valuable principle. Most of us simply related it to the fact that if you literally did put all your eggs in one basket and the basket falls, then all your eggs would be broken, losing your entire basket of eggs. But consider how difficult it might be, as well as time-consuming to carry many baskets. It is so much easier to put them all in one basket and carry them safely.

As we grew in life while we remembered this principle, we may not have applied it to much. Let’s take for instance in the world of work, is it better to have many odd jobs or to concentrate our efforts on one? Well, defi-

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nitely it’s better to have a good solid job than a few small ones. And yet I have heard many times over that you don’t bank on just one thing, but bank on many options.

So, what is the real story here or what should I do? Well, concentrated effort brings you more benefits while spreading your efforts reduces your risk. Like our eggs example, one basket is easy to carry and can be done quickly, but many baskets would prevent all your eggs from breaking at once.

Regarding investments, if you concentrate your portfolio into a single equity or sector that is doing well, you will more than likely make more money than most people in the market, but if that investment starts to fail, then there is nothing you can do but wait until it comes back up. Therefore, it is better to diversify your portfolio, in other words, spread it out.

That now brings us to the question of how should you diversify. Well, first diversification should be between bonds and equity. Equity will grow faster but bonds will protect you in market downturns. Then there are corporate bonds and government bonds, government bonds pay less but are more stable than corporate bonds. There is local eq-

uity (Canadian) and then there is foreign equity, global equity, and international equity.

In each equity carries a commodity, it could be energy, technology or precious metals for example. How much to put in each equity is a job for a professional advisor, his job is to make sure that you have a very good asset allocation.

If you decide to invest or are already investing, ask your advisor how much or what percentage of your money is in bonds, local or foreign equity and then you might have a good idea if he is protecting you from markets fluctuation and has diversified your portfolio well enough to make money, keeping your risk at a minimum. Unfortunately, not too many clients look into their asset allocation and most look at the returns.

To make money in the long run in the investment market, you need to diversify your portfolio. This is not a job that you can do by yourself and more than likely will not be done by your typical bank teller as well.

To make the most from your investments, it would be better speak with a qualified financial advisor.

Should I get disability insurance?

ANDREW STEWART andrew@carib101.com

FAMILY ADVISOR

Health insurance will pay medical bills. But if you’re sick or can’t work, who’s going to pay other bills? Here’s what you need to know about disability insurance.

Today’s topic is about disability insurance; specifically, whether short-term or long-term disability insurance is worth the money.

Understanding disability insurance If you get hurt or sick, hopefully, you’ve got health insurance that’s going to pay your medical bills. But what’s going to pay your other bills? Who’s going to pay your mortgage if you can’t work for months? Who’s going to pay for groceries and other expenses?

That’s what disability insurance does. It provides a monthly cash payment to you if you are unable to work because of illness or injury. The payments are tax-free if you pay the premiums yourself. If your employer covers the premium cost, any payments you receive are taxable.

Types of disability insurance There are two types of disability insurance: short-term disability and long-term disability. Short-term disability coverage typically provides benefits for up to six months while you’re sick or injured. If your employer has a short-term disability plan, your claim must be made through your disability plan. Employ-

ers aren’t required to provide paid sick leave and each employer is different. If you don’t have short-term disability coverage and your employer does not offer one, you may be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits.

Long-term disability insurance benefits generally begin when short-term disability ends. Most long-term disability plans will replace 60% to 70% of your normal income. Each disability plan is different. Some may provide disability benefits for up to two years if you’re unable to return to the job you had before becoming disabled. After two years, you may continue to receive benefits only if you’re unable to work at any job.

What about personal disability plans?

Since you likely rely on your income to maintain your lifestyle, a temporary or permanent loss of income could be financially devastating. Think about this; your chances of having a disability are higher than you might think.

According to Statistics Canada, about 3.8 million people, or 13.7% of Canadians aged fifteen and older, reported being limited in their daily activities because of a disability. Workplace coverage may not be enough, group disability plans can be more restrictive in terms of the percentage of income they replace and the definition of disability. You may want to supplement it with an individual disability policy that tops up your workplace coverage or provides the coverage you need if the definition of disability is too limited.

Any occupation vs regular or own occupation The definition of “any occupation” plan means you’ll receive disability benefits only if you’re unable to work at all. This means your illness or injury prevents you performing the duties of any job for which you’re reasonably suited.

You don’t qualify for benefits if you can work in a different job from the one you had before your disability, based on your training, experience, and education. For example, under an any occupation policy, a surgeon who injured their hands would not receive benefits if they could still work as a doctor in the medical field, but not as a surgeon.

The definition of “regular or own occupation” plan means you’ll receive benefits if you’re unable to perform the main duties of the job you had at the time the disability started. You’ll still receive benefits even if you can work in a different job from the one you had before your disability, based on your training, experience, and education. Returning to the example of the surgeon, under the own-occupation, they would continue to receive benefits until they could return to practicing surgery again.

What to ask when buying disability insurance • How the plan defines disability?

• Are there any exclusions?

• Are there any pre-existing condition clauses in the plan that you should be aware of?

• Do you still need to make premium payments while living with a disability • The amount of money you’ll get each month?

• Are the benefits taxable?

• Will benefits be adjusted for inflation?

• How long you need to wait before starting to receive benefits?

• Does the plan include partial disability benefits?

• Can you increase your coverage without a medical exam?

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sports

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Windies batsmen need to show application

TRINIDAD -- For­mer T&T open­ing bats­ man and as­sis­tant coach of the Trin­ba­ go Knight Rid­ers team which won the Caribbean Pre­ mier League (CPL) last month, Im­ran Jan has wad­ed in­to the Windies bats­men af­ter their lack­lus­tre per­for­mances against In­dia in the sec­ ond Test match in Hy­der­abad, In­dia on Sun­day.

The Windies af­ter show­ing good fight in the first two days of the match, let them­selves down by crash­ing to 127 all-out in their sec­ond in­nings and los­

ing the match by 10 wick­ets. The In­di­ans al­so won the open­ing Test in­side three days and took the se­ries 2-0.

Jan, who is now a com­men­ta­tor with Crick­et360, said: “Our young team has shown a lack of ap­pli­ca­tion. Yes, the In­di­an bowl­ing has been good but our gen­er­al ap­proach to bat­ting has been poor. Our play­ers im­ple­ment­ed poor shot se­lec­tions which let us down.

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for teams go­ing to In­dia based on their home record and mul­ti-tal­ent­ed crick­ eters but our over­all per­for­mance has left a lot to be de­sired.”

For­mer West In­dies man­ag­er Omar Khan is al­so not hap­py with the bat­ting and is call­ing on the re­gion­al men to re­think their ap­proach.

He said: “The West In­dies team gave their sup­port­ers a lot of hope for the first two days of the Test match but then dis­ap­point­ed by their ca­pit­u­la­tion of the sec­ond in­nings. The team needs to show much more fight if they are to give im­prove per­for­mances. They have the tal­ent but they need to re­ alise that crick­et at that lev­el is very men­tal and they need to be in a bet­ter frame of mind go­ing for­ward.

“They should have gained a lot of con­fi­dence af­ter their first in­nings bat­tle. That should have told them they be­long there and can fight this In­di­an team. I was very sur­prised at their meek ca­pit­u­la­tion in the sec­ond es­say, it showed that they were not ca­pa­ble of stay­ing the course long enough.

“To win Test match­es they need to con­cen­trate for long pe­ri­ods and we are not see­ing that. We need to have our play­ers work­ing hard at their game for long pe­ ri­ ods in re­ gion­ al crick­et so that when they reach the Test lev­el, they can be com­pet­i­tive.”

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