UTT February 2015 by Uxbridge Town Talk

Volume 7 | Issue 1 | February 2015

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volume 7 | issue 1 | february 2015

“Away in a meadow all covered with snow The little old groundhog looks for his shadow The clouds in the sky determine our fate If winter will leave us all early or late.” - Don Halley

February is at best a contradictory month. Lots of snow abounds but it is often sunny too. Beautiful, brisk air greets you when you venture outside and the sun sometimes fools us into thinking that spring is around the corner… until a gust of wind almost freezes your nose off! Our love/hate relationship with February is universal. If you ski, toboggan, snow shoe and skate outdoors it can be a wonderful opportunity to spend time outdoors. For me, the cold seems to go right through me so I am more apt to huddle by a fire. Yet, February holds the promise of spring for most of us if the groundhog wills it. And then Valentines Day descends with it’s commerciality and decisions on what to do for our loved ones. We can buy chocolates to sweeten our sentiments and pamper the special people in our lives but “Too often we under estimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” Buscaglia So let’s extend our warm feelings to relish in the two special holidays of February: Valentines Day and Family Day. Bring out the puzzles, bundle up to go outside for a snowy activity and perhaps make a new soup to share around the table! As the days grow longer, spring will surely come soon enough.

Town Talk Tidbits February Fun Facts

Peacefully Productive The Coldest Night of the Year

Agricultural News The Beach family ‘Feeds Families’

Spotlight on you Jeannine Rosenberg

Faces of Uxbridge Our local Veterans Part 3

Guest Column What’s your entreprenuerial DNA?

Historically Speaking The Uxbridge Music Hall, Not only Music

13 Your Community Local Living

Community Calendar February 2015

UTT Kitchen Chocolate Roll/Brownie

Community Calendar Cont’d February 2015

Down to Earth with Raven The Wintered Spirit

STAFF Managing Editor: Elaine Leigh Graphic Designer: Sandi Leigh Sales Manager: Sandi Leigh

CONTRIBUTORS Darrin Davis Bob Prince Raven Murphy Roger Prince

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BIRTHDAYS Abraham Lincoln’s birthday is February 12 George Washington’s birthday is February 22

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How Big Is A Snowflake? Most snowflakes are less than onehalf inch across. The largest snowflake recorded was 38 centimeters in diameter. All snowflakes have six sides and no two snowflakes are alike.

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What is Pancake Day? Pancake Day ( also known as Shrove Tuesday) is the

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The blades of ice skates were once made from the bones of horses, cows, deer or other animals and strapped to the feet. The modern word for skate comes from the Dutch word meaning leg bone. Later, skate blades were made of wood and then metal. In the 16th century, blades made of iron and tied to shoes with straps were common

February is Black History Month in The United States and Canada. Black History Month had its beginnings in 1926 in the United States. Begun in part by AfricanAmerican Historian, Carter G. Woodsen, it was celebrated for one week during the second week of February. Six years later, the expansion from a week-long celebration to a month-long celebration was recognized by the U.S. government.

last day before the period which Christians call Lent. It is traditional on this day to eat pancakes. Pancake Day is February 17th, 2015.

NICKNAMES Other names for Shrove Tuesday

The coldest recorded temperature in Canada occurred in Snag, Yukon Territory, February 3, 1947. Temperature was -63.0 C

United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia - Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day or Pancake Tuesday Brazil - Terça-feira gorda - Fat Tuesday - the final day of Brazilian Carnival. Greece - Apocreas, which means “from the meat” since they don’t eat meat during Lent, either. Sweden - Fettisdagen (Fat Tuesday). USA In Catholic and French-speaking parts of the United States this day is called Mardi Gras. Germany - “Fastnacht” (Also spelt “Fasnacht”, “Fasenacht”, “Fasteloven” (in the Rhine area) or “Fasching” in Bavaria.) France they call it Mardi Gras, which means Grease or Fat Tuesday. Iceland the day is known as “Sprengidagur” (Bursting day).

February’s birthstone is the amethyst as well its birth flowers, the viola (plant) and the primrose.

What a pleasure it was to meet one of our local farming operators in Uxbridge Township! It was certainly educational, but more importantly a fun and amazing opportunity for me. I am originally from the city, and moving to Uxbridge has certainly put me in a position to experience first hand the many ways that our community provides food for us. Like many people, I understand the value of farming, but my job has allowed me to have a greater understanding of the process. February’s agricultural subject is Beef Farming. I had the pleasure of visiting Echo Valley Farm run by Ed and Pam Beach. It was no surprise that Ed and Pam were extremely welcoming to me into their warm and cozy family home. The house was built in 1876 and loaded with history. If only the walls could talk! I certainly came away with a new appreciation for the food we eat and how hard farmers work to provide it for us. Farming is a business. Yet, the farming business has its moments of being profitable and moments of not. Often farmers live with consistent unpredictable income and still they continue to be dedicated. This is the case of Echo Valley Farm for four generations. Few businesses have that kind of history. This remarkable beef farm is located in Uxbridge Townships’ hamlet of Goodwood south of Siloam. Imagine 100 acres of trees, barns and of course cattle, 42 to be exact. Ed Beach has managed to find the balance of being a humane farmer with the reality of continuing his family business. When you meet him, you are struck with both his abilities and compassion for his cattle. A love for his cattle shines through but in the end it is a business. Most of us eat beef in some fashion. Approximately 13.7 % of the Ontario farms are beef farms, and there are 19,000 beef farmers in

Ontario. The average person consumes 20kg of Beef per year. This is a large industry that employs us, feeds us, and is one of the few businesses to promote a product that is a 100% necessity. The beef farmers, with all the hard work they go through to feed us are under appreciated. They work hard and not for a huge amount of payback. I think everyone would agree that we are not all cut out to do this important job. Our farmers are often experts in the land too. The Beach family is no exception. Ed grows all the oats and hay that the cattle eat. In order to provide his herd with a well balanced diet, Ed leases an additional 200 acres. Vitamin supplements (costly ones) can be applied to the cattle diet regularly. They are not fed corn and hormones are not part of the Beach beef program. The Beach family cattle graze freely, eating grass from a field that has not been farmed in 40 years, providing a nutritionally well balanced diet. If you are a beef eater remember not only do families such as the Beach family feed us they are also an integral part of Uxbridge and Uxbridge’s economy. Wherever possible buy local and remember that “Farmers Feed Families”.

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BY ELAINE LEIGH

As a resident of Uxbridge Elaine has taken the helm of Sweet World Media, publisher of Uxbridge Town Talk. Elaine has three passions, family, photography and her Golden Retriever Jake. With a new business, three grandchildren and plenty of photo opportunities in Uxbridge, life’s been busy but fun!

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BY ELAINE LEIGH

Our “Faces of Uxbridge” series has celebrated many of our local veterans. Visiting and researching their stories has been a source of enjoyment for me as I believe these dedicated people have all been worthy to write about. Hopefully you have felt the same profound effect and respect for the sacrifices they have made as I have. I applaud their service in war time and peace. There are many other worthy veterans to write about and I realize I have only touched the surface of the many veterans out there that have contributed their service as well. With that said I would like to honour Sherrill Hodgson, Legion President and retired Warrant Officer. Sherrill joined the military in 1972 as a Private Supply Technician. She gained her experience and expertise in a variety of products and supplies. Sherrill’s duties included being responsible for such staples as coffee beans to rockets to ammunition for the field. She quickly moved up the ranks and was promoted to Warrant Officer in 1985. It was an unheard of accomplishment at that time, especially for women. Women had only earned the right to stay enlisted when married or pregnant in the early 70’s. Yet Sherrill’s motivation to enlist was the opportunity for equal pay, and of course her family military background was a contributing factor. The military, though not totally equal in their views at the time, always paid women equally to men. Still, women were definitely a minority. Sherrill grew up in Petawawa , met and married her husband, a Regimental Sergeant Major in the Royal Canadian Regiment who had also served in the Canadian Airborne Regiment. He had served for 30 years. They managed to serve on the same bases from Edmonton, Winnipeg, New Brunswick and Trenton. As is often the case, they raised their family similar to Sherrill’s upbringing on military bases. Sadly, Sherrill lost her husband a few short years after she retired in 1992 after 30 years of service. She found herself in Uxbridge in 2006 after her daughter married one of Uxbridge’s local farmers and now calls Uxbridge her home. Like many veterans, Sherrill found friends and comfort in our local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, Uxbridge Branch 170. Sherrill’s passion of our local veterans quickly enticed her to serve as the President of the Uxbridge Legion. She is only the second women to be president at the Uxbridge branch! Our series on veterans has taught me a lot about the services offered at our legion. Legions began after the end of World War 1 and continue to flourish with the help of a dedicated group of volunteers. They feel that there is strength and power in numbers. The principle objective is to improve the lives of Veterans, ex-service members, and their families. This philosophy is very strong in Uxbridge as a result of the help of these volunteers. The involvement of the people such as Sherrill keeps it active, and up to date. Uxbridge has 542 members, with the youngest being 18 and the oldest over 90, a large branch by today’s standards. Sherrill’s job as president is to oversee the health and welfare of the branch. In fact, the services offered at the legion, are critical for veterans and their families. Our veterans, regardless of their rank, can access a variety of support services or simply visit for some social time with people who understand a comfortable environment for all who visit. It does not stop there. The Legion first looks after our veteran’s rights, actually searches for local veterans in need of assistance,

supports the Cottage Hospital, Community Care, Reachview, Meals on Wheels, adult day programs and Bursaries, as well as sponsoring awards and our local High School. Our Legion is very community oriented and gives back in many ways. I cannot stress enough the importance of the volunteers who keep the legion alive. There are far too many to name and they all work well together, respect each other and have quickly earned my respect. Some of the Legion members are not veterans, but just people who care about the veteran community and the Uxbridge community at large. If you are interested in joining the legion, please contact them. You do not have to be a veteran or a relative of a veteran but just a community minded person who enjoys people and contributing. Their website is: www.uxbridgelegion.ca and this group is always happy to answer any questions you may have. As a resident of Uxbridge Elaine has taken the helm of Sweet World Media, publisher of Uxbridge Town Talk. Elaine has three passions, family, photography and her Golden Retriever Jake. With a new business, three grandchildren and plenty of photo opportunities in Uxbridge, life’s been busy but fun!

The original Ontario Hall on this site, a wooden building, was destroyed by fire in 1893. The present hall, with its imposing brick design and grand second floor windows, was raised in 1901 at a cost of $5,656; the opera chairs which are still in use in the balcony, with its ornate cast railing were priced at $2.00 each.

The centerpiece of the hall is a large glass chandelier, now converted to LED lamps but otherwise original, as are the several sconces. Much as Massey Hall in Toronto which predates it by seven years, the space is acclaimed by performers and audiences alike, largely due to its intimacy and excellent acoustics.

In March 1964, Council was debating the renovation of the Music Hall as a centennial project, but one year later discussed renting it out to an interested party or closing it as of September 1965. However, despite calls from then-mayor Nellie Kydd (1963-1964) that the hall be torn down, the Kinsmen Club funded and operated a senior centre in a newly excavated basement as well as “Teen Town” dances for local youth. In June 1966, Council confirmed this centennial project. At present, this additional space provides an assembly area and dressing rooms for male and female cast members as well as restrooms and coat check space. The main entrance lobby was beautifully upgraded in 2012.

In addition to world famous performers such as Glenn Gould and very recently Liona Boyd, the hall has hosted numerous political figures including the 7th Prime Minister Sir Wilfred Laurier (October 18, 1904) at which time some 100 persons stood on its stage, and our 8th Sir Robert Borden in 1917 at which time Laurier led the Liberal opposition. Ontario Premiers visiting include our 8th Ernest Charles Drury (1919-1923), once Reeve of nearby Oro Township but known as a strict enforcer of the temperance movement. However, our 8th Premier Howard Ferguson (1923-1930), although later Canadian High Commissioner in London, was perhaps popularly known for the reversal of Drury’s position through the Ontario Temperance Act (1926) that permitted the sale of beer (albeit with a maximum level of 2.2% alcohol!) and the LCBO in 1927. The Hall was also the venue for military events during World War I, particularly the local mobilization of the 116th Battalion, Ontario County, under the command of Lt.-Col. Sam Sharpe that subsequently formed part of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. The most extensive usage of the hall, however, comes from local theatre groups such as Ryleepuss Productions, Onstage Uxbridge, Uxbridge Youth Theatre, 7th Star and VIP Productions, typically mounting up to four productions per year. These companies use volunteers to produce the elaborate sets and costumes, lighting and audio for your pleasure. During my latest visit, the installation of the set for a local production “Renovations” was in progress.

In addition, there are choral groups such as the Pineridge Chorus, Sweet Adelines, and the Uxbridge Chamber Choir that use its space for rehearsals and performances, as well as dance groups such as the Uxbridge Dance Academy that mount a biennial production of The Nutcracker. Unofficial users of the Hall include several alleged ghosts that have been known to play pranks on actors and staff, but were not seen by this reporter, at least on this occasion! To view upcoming performances at this wonderful resource, go to www.uxbridgemusichall.com and support your local performers! Note: a copy of “A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Uxbridge” printed under the auspices of Heritage Uxbridge can be obtained from the Town Offices, or downloaded at www.town.uxbridge.on.ca by clicking on “About Uxbridge” and then “Heritage”. Uxbridge-Scugog Historic Homes & Heritage (2005), a beautifully written and illustrated book written by Paul Arculus and J. Peter Hvidsten provides very extensive information on homes in the area.

Bob Prince is a retired engineer and scientist living in Uxbridge and a member of Heritage Uxbridge, a committee advisory to Council on the preservation of heritage properties in the Township.

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This past summer, residents were made aware that the Music Hall would be closed from July 21 to September 5 in order to address urgent structural issues with the upper balcony that became apparent to several audience members during a concert by fiddler Natalie MacMaster. These repairs were carried out by a professional heritage renovation company at a cost of approximately $150,000 but necessitated the transfer of concerts such as that by the late legendary rock guitarist Johnny Winter to the local high school. The renovations are now complete. Thanks to Jill Hanley of the Advisory Board for a behind-the-scenes tour, a brief description of the Hall seems timely.

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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 6TH

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 14TH

Youth Dance. For grades 4 - 8 | Admission $7 Prizes, Snack Bar. DJ - Luke Speers Parents must enter the hall to pick up their children. All proceeds to Free the Children.

OmaJen’s Kitchen has the perfect Valentine’s Day activity for your children aged 8-14. Decadent brownies baked and decorated with love (and strawberries) will have your mouth watering and your heart a-flutter! Cost:$25. To register for this or any of our other great courses, please visit omajenskitchen.com.

Time: 7:00pm

Where: Uxbridge Arena and Community Centre 291 Brock Street W

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 8TH

Where: 59 Toronto Street South. Contact: 905-852-5019

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 19TH

Uxbridge Genealogy Group. The Uxbridge Genealogy Group was founded by local geneTime: 1:00pm - 3:00pm alogists to share a common interest and to assist Contact: www.omajenskitchen.com those that are trying to trace their roots. The aim of the Group is to provide genealogy expertise Spend An Evening With Elvis. On February and, in partnership with the Uxbridge Public 14th come and “spend an evening with Elvis” by Library, support to the public in the Uxbridge, multi award winning tribute artist Bruce Andrew Ontario, Canada area. The Group welcomes Stewart. Dinner and show for $30.00 those that are new to genealogy and seasoned advance tickets only. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. veterans to our monthly meetings. Please check Dinner is at 7:00 P.M. and the show starts at our website www.uxgen.net/calendar for top8:00P.M. Door prizes. Royal Canadian Legion. ics and speakers for meetings.

Ties of Love. Help make a difference in the lives of community members living with cancer or enduring treatments by hand making a fleece blanket with love – providing them with warmth and comfort, both physically and emotionally. All ages are welcome and no sewing required – simply bring a sharp pair of scissors and/or a ruler if you have them. Uxbridge Public Library, Time: 7:00pm lower level. Drop-in or stay for the afternoon! Where: 109 Franklin St. Royal Canadian Legion Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Time: 5:30pm

Time: 7:00pm

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Contact: 905-852-5293

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 28TH

Where: Uxbridge Public Library, lower level

MONDAY FEBRUARY 16TH

Ties of Love. Help make a difference in the lives of community members living with cancer or enduring treatments by hand making a fleece blanket with love!

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And the WINNER is… Ballots will be issued until Feb 14th at 3 p.m... so shop local for Valentine’s Day! Must be 19+ to Win! JOIN US! For the Uxbridge BIA CAR DRAW on Feb 16th at the Uxbridge Arena from 12- 1p.m. Come enjoy the FREE Family Skate & FUN with Anna and Olaf & more! Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Where: Uxbridge Arena

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13TH

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17TH

Bingo Bowling Event. Glow in the Dark Bingo Bowling fundraising event – featuring Prizes, an Auction, 50/50 draw & refreshments. All ages welcome to join us for an evening of fun.

St Paul’s Pancake Supper. Enjoy a pancakes and sausage dinner with butter, real maple syrup, fruit salad and more. Continuous serving in the lower hall. This annual “Shrove/Fat Tuesday” event is always popular, so get your tickets early. Proceeds to church and outreach programs. Tickets available at the door, or phone

Time: 7:00pm Where: Parish Lanes Bowling Alley 69 Brock Street W

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RETREAT DAY – “The Wintered Spirit” Winter Season Medicine Wheel Retreat Day. Join us on Saturday February 28th for a day of rest, reflection and rejuvenation as we engage in the ancient Earth Teachings of the Medicine Wheel. Indulge in a personal connection with Mother Earth as you nourish your spirit and receive her compassionate embrace. Our time together will include; Welcoming Morning Smudge Celebration, Traditional Foods (breakfast & lunch) Traditional Medicine Wheel Teachings, Breakfast & Lunch, creative activity and much more. Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Udora located just 15 min. N of Uxbridge Contact: outstandingbalance4u@gmail.com or visit www.ravenspeaks.ca

Swinging Roots Music With Singer/Songwriter Patrick Brealey. Greenbank Folk Music Society, Greenbank Centennial Hall, Greenbank

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REGULAR EVENTS

Wanna Dance? Line Dancing. “You can dance, have fun and exercise all at the same time!” says Dianne Wiseman, the instructor for the line dancing classes being held at the Seniors Centre in Uxbridge. For ages 55 plus Line dancing is great exercise for virtually your whole body. Every Thursday.

Royal Canadian Legion We have Bingo every Thursday night at 7:30 P.M. until spring. Come on by the upstairs hall with your friends, it could be your lucky night.

Time: 9:00am - 11:30am

Royal Canadian Legion Darts runs every Wednesday night at 7:30 P.M. until spring. Teams are all set but someone is always looking for a spare. Cost for a spare is $3. It’s a great night of fun for all in the upstairs hall.

Where: 75 Marietta Street, Uxbridge

Monday Morning Singers. Anne Mizen Baker directs this women’s choir in a variety of music from folk to classical. No auditions Where: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 65 Toronto Street S Contact: 905-852-3693

Contact: 905-852-7792

Taoist Tai Chi at the Uxbridge Seniors Centre. Includes a gentle set of movements that promote well-being for people of all ages and in all conditions. Beginner class: every Friday 9-10am. Continuous class: every Friday 1011:30am.

Time: 7:30pm Where: Royal Canadian Legion, Uxbridge.

Time: 7:30pm Where: Royal Canadian Legion, Uxbridge

Where: Uxbridge

Royal Canadian Legion Every Friday night we play euchre, so if you are interested please come out at 7:00 to sign up and play starts at 7:30 PM. It is a great night of fun for all in the downstairs clubroom.

Royal Canadian Legion On the 3rd Monday of every month we hold a veterans afternoon from 2-4 P.M. This is open to all veterans and their spouse/guest in the area not just Uxbridge members. They enjoy food, beverages, entertainment and door prizes compliments of the Uxbridge Legion. So come out and enjoy an afternoon with old friends and acquaintances or meet some new ones. Night of fun for all in the upstairs hall.

Contact: 905 852 9181 x 406

Where: Royal Canadian Legion, Uxbridge

Uxbridge BIA Seniors Day. Seniors are encouraged to come shop, dine & explore Uxbridge each Tuesday. On Tuesday, participating businesses will display an orange ‘Keep Calm Seniors Day Here’ sign. Stop by to discover special Seniors promotions, sale items, in-store guests, a demonstration, a free activity or a Seniors discount.

Where: 75 Marietta Street, Uxbridge Contact: 905 852 2587

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| the coldest night of the year |

BY DARRIN DAVIS

Properly cultivated, the flowers of creativity form a lush, diverse garden. While we often limit our association with creativity to the arts, there are countless disciplines and aspects of life that can be greatly enhanced by developing our creative side. Imaginative parenting, artistic home decorating, and even expressive personal fashion are just a handful of possibilities. (Although creative personal hygiene is something I would argue against.) One aspect of life that benefits exponentially when we tap into our inner artist is the ability to effectively problem solve. The application of inventive, resourceful new ideas to age-old problems is one of the most beautifully useful ways we can put our creativity to work in the world around us. This month I have the pleasure of interviewing a very charming young man who is putting his creativity to great use in an effort to solve the problem of homelessness in Canada. Through his work with ‘The Coldest Night of the Year’ charity, he is making a difference. His name is Davis Winger, and as you’ll see, he’s a very inspiring 11 year old.

go to www.coldestnightoftheyear.org. Then type “Davis Winger” in the search bar. When the search results come up, under “WALKERS” click on “Davis Winger” under the title “NAME.” That will take you directly to my fundraising page. Our Team goal is to raise $750.

Hi Davis. How are you doing?

Thanks so much, Davis! I wish you lots of luck in reaching your goal. I know many of our readers will be eager to help support such a worthy cause.

Thanks for meeting up and filling our readers in about the important work you’re doing to raise awareness about homelessness in Canada.

What is something interesting that you’ve learned about homelessness since becoming a part of this project? I’ve learned how homelessness sometimes looks different in a Rural area like Uxbridge or Port Perry than it does in Urban areas. In Rural areas, people might be living out of their cars instead of being out on the streets, or they could be living in a backyard tent, or on a friend’s couch. There isn’t access to Shelters in rural areas like their might be in larger cities. But it’s the same problem. And Coldest Night of the Year can help! After learning so much about the basic necessities that so many Canadians lack, can you name a few things that you’ve become really grateful for in your own life? I feel grateful for just having the opportunity to help make a difference, and that I’m so lucky to have a supportive family, a warm & cozy house to live in, food, clean water, warm clothes and so much more. I wish everyone could have that. Spreading the word about the Walk like this really helps. Thanks for having me!

Darrin Davis is professional musician, singer/songwriter, painter and photographer. His weekly live music video series ‘Songs on a Pink Couch’ can be followed atwww.youtube. com/user/thedarrindavisband. Darrin hosts a weekly Sunday night Acoustic Open Mic at Colonel McGrady’s Pub. He lives in the wildwood splendor of Uxbridge, Ontario with his lovely wife Amy, and his incorrigible pup, Dublin. All three are relentless Blue Jays fans.

Thanks so much for having me! Would you say that homelessness is an issue very near to your heart? Yes, it is for sure. In what way? Homelessness & poverty have always really bothered me. They are big problems in Canada. Until I was 7, our family lived in Ottawa. There was a lot of homelessness visible on the city streets there. Even when I was very little, I wanted to do something about it. Even though our family would plan ahead to bring change or food to give to homeless folks we’d see on walks, I still felt sad and helpless when we’d see folks who were having a hard time. I wanted to do more.

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When did you first decide to help become a part of the solution in Canada? When I was 4 or 5 years old, I began to feel what I think most of us feel when we see someone in need, and ask “How can I help?” Our family started donating as often as we could, at various times throughout the year, to shelters, food banks & places that help those who are struggling. We were excited when we heard about The Coldest Night of the Year Walk. It’s a GREAT event that helps find solutions to the affordable housing needs & poverty problems in Canada.

Can you please tell us a little bit more about The Coldest Night of the Year and North House? North House Transitional Housing (www.northhouse.ca) is an organization in North Durham which helps people who are going through a difficult time to find Transitional Housing. They also offer a WrapAround program which helps people discover what they’re good at and helps with employment opportunities and helps to build a community of support for people who are having hard times. The Coldest Night of the Year (www.coldestnightoftheyear.org/home) is a walk held all across Canada on SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21st, to raise funding and awareness for local Charities “who serve the hungry, homeless & hurting.” The Port Perry walk is for everyone in Uxbridge, Port Perry, Beaverton, and the whole area to come together. The money we raise will be going directly to North House in 2015. North House is making a difference in our communities. I’m excited about being part of it! Everyone is welcome to come and walk and meet other people who want to help with this problem in our towns. Your team name is The Happy Helpers, do you have a direct link that readers can go to and make a donation? Yes, Thanks. Every dollar helps. The link is really long. To find the page,

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As a Business Owner and Entrepreneur one of your keys to success is to ‘Know Thyself’. Why? Understanding your ‘Entrepreneurial traits’ enables you to balance your core strengths with others. How does one ‘assess’ their own traits? Are all Entrepreneurs the same? One might think so with most business programs in our education system being designed to one size fits all. That’s like saying all Retailers operate from the same model. Do Holt Renfrew and Roots attract the same clientele? That said, why do we think that all Entrepreneurs have the same drive, determination and DNA? To put it bluntly, they don’t. Joe Abraham, the founder of BOSI Global (http;//www.bosiglobal. com) an operating partner to venture-backed and owner operated companies researched over 1,000 companies and confirmed that all entrepreneurs are not all ‘wired ‘ the same way. His book (recommended by the New York Times), is available at http://www.amazon.com/Entrepreneurial-DNA-Breakthrough-Discovery-Strengths/dp/0071754512. The book suggests that entrepreneurs fall into four distinct types of ‘Entrepreneurial DNA’ that leverage unique strengths, weaknesses, and tendencies that are ‘typical’ in each specific type of Entrepreneur. Here are the four types: Builder DNA: The builder moves very fast, they start, build and sell companies rapidly. Then the builder tends to move and do it again and again – quite often in a totally different industry. Picture Donald Trump in the boardroom scene of the TV hit The Apprentice. That is classic Builder DNA in action—driven, focused, cold, ruthless, and calculating. They are master recruiters of talent, investors and customers although they struggle the most with personal relationships and typically have a revolving door of talent in their companies. Builder DNA is the ultimate chess player in the game of business, always looking to be two or three moves ahead of the competition. This DNA loves building a business from the ground up. Opportunist DNA: The Opportunist is the speculative part of the entrepreneur in all of us. They tend to be highly creative and out-of-thebox thinkers. It’s the part of our Entrepreneurial DNA that wants to be at the right place at the right time, leveraging timing to make as much money as fast as possible. They tend to be impulsive decision makers especially when it comes to money-making opportunities. If you have ever felt enticed to jump into a quick money-making deal, a real estate quick-flip, or an initial public offering (IPO), then your Opportunist DNA was in play. Specialist DNA: Specialist DNA manifests itself with individuals who have developed a skill or expertise after years of study, apprenticeship or on-the-job experience. Specialists tend to be risk averse. An entrepreneur with a Primary Specialist DNA will enter one industry and stick with it for fifteen to thirty years. Picture the hometown dentist, the pizza shop owner, the graphic designer, the information technology (IT) expert, or the independent accountant or attorney. They build expertise quickly, but struggle to stand out in a crowded marketplace of competitors. Research found that most Specialist owned business plateau in revenues well below $5 mill Innovator DNA: Innovator DNA tends to manifest itself in entrepreneurs who have stumbled across a breakthrough invention, recipe, concept, system, or product that can be built into a business. (Think Mark Zuckerberg – Facebook) This type of DNA instantly drives the entrepreneur into the “lab” of the business and gets him or her passionate about research and development (R&D). They measure success based on the impact their product or service has on mankind. To them, ‘It’s not about the money’. If you run into a scientist, inventor, or thought leader, chances are you’ll see Innovator DNA at work. So what does this all mean? For centuries, the approach to entrepreneurship has been – what worked for one entrepreneur will work for every entrepreneur – because after all, entrepreneurs are all the same. This research has proven that entrepreneurs come in very different profiles. Some of us are Innovator-Builders. Others are Specialist-

Opportunists. Knowing your DNA and the DNA of those surrounding you is mission critical to selecting the business, strategy and team best suited for you. Just because it worked for Richard Branson (OpportunistBuilder) or Bill Gates (Specialist-Builder), doesn’t mean it will work for you. Whether you are Richard Branson, Donald Trump or Mark Zuckerberg knowing your Entrepreneurial DNA ensures that your team has skills which balance with yours. In understanding the DNA of you and your team, you are in a better position to determine what’s needed for profitable high-growth. If you are curious what type of entrepreneur you are, I highly recommend that you take the free assessment. You will find the link on my home page http://www.princeleadershipgroup.com/ Interested in what Joe Abraham has to say? Watch his Ted Talk https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsU9N6A18sY&feature=youtu.be Like to see Joe speak here in Toronto or sign up for one of his ½ day hands-on workshop send me an email at roger@rogerprinceleadership.com Got a question or business challenge? Ask the Coach. Email roger@ rogerprinceleadership.com Roger Prince is the Founder of Prince Leadership Group. He is a Certified Coach Practitioner, Speaker and Author helping Companies and Executives ignite their growth and explode their full potential. His area of expertise is Onboarding New Executives. His 35 years of hands on with Fortune 500 companies has enabled him to gain a deep understanding of why leadership matters. Roger is available for individual or team coaching, speaking engagements, leadership development, sales training and workshops.

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1. Separate eggs yolks in small mixing bowl and whites in large mixing bowl. 2. Add to yolks (slowly) Sugar and beat until light, fluffy, and creamy. 3. Melt over very low heat dark semi-sweet chocolate & coffee cool slightly. Meanwhile stiffly beat egg whites with a pinch of salt. 4. Combine, by folding whites, yolks, and chocolate. Oil 10x15-inch jelly-roll pan. Cover with buttered waxed paper. Place mixture in pan and bake at 350 F 15-20 minutes in gas oven, 12 minutes in electric oven. Remove and cool for 5 minutes. Cover with slightly damp cloth and cool completely at room temperature. Place in refrigerator for 1 hour. 5 Remove cloth carefully and sprinkle top generously with bitter cocoa Turn out onto waxed paper. Remove waxed paper from top and spread cake with mixture of heavy cream, whipped with rum. 6. Roll up very carefully and quickly like jelly roll. This cake will crack as it rolls. It is supposed to resemble the bark of tree. ENJOY!

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CHOCOLATE BROWNIES ON SHORTBREAD

-½ cup soft butter -1 ¼ cup pastry flour -2 tbsp fine brown sugar -¼ tsp salt -2 squares unsweetened chocolate -¼ lb butter and melt -1 cup sugar -2 eggs -½ cup flour -¼ tsp baking powder -1 tsp vanilla -¼ tsp salt -1/3 cup chopped walnuts

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3.Mix together and add to above, flour, baking powder, vanilla, salt, chopped walnuts 4.Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.

Not everyone embraces the call of wintertime, a season so vital to our inner spirit. Every human spirit needs rest, silence and solitude at some time or another and winter provides this essential opportunity. In partnership and guidance from Mother Earth, we are offered a sense of renewal by trusting and accepting her invitation to return, rest, reflect and restore. The winter season often carries mysterious energy, a time when we find ourselves hypnotized by its darkness, called away from the distractions of life as we retreat into our homes, escaping the snow and cold. Who can’t resist changing into PJ’s and indulging in decadent comfort foods as sleep comes early, easily and summons us into dreamtime. My winter dreamtime often brings me back to a time when I was a child skating on the river behind our home. Like my mother, I shared a love for skating and learned to skate when I was very young. At the age of five I would eagerly collect my ‘boot blades’ which were an alternative to real skates (which I didn’t have until I was 10 years old) and stepped out onto the ice, determined to teach myself how to glide, spin and stop without falling. I am fortunate to dream in colour and with great detail as I recall the vivid blue-gray winter sky with shining peach and purple threads across it and how the wind would catch my breath creating small clouds of silence. Feelings of exhilaration and awe ignite my spirit each time I dream. I inevitably awaken feeling rested, refreshed and energized. With each passing year I find myself courageously embracing winter’s invitation to rest, reflect and rejuvenate my spirit. I keep a personal journal beside my bed where I like to reflect on my day before sleep or record my dreams in the morning. Often times my memories and my dreams bring me back to those glorious days of skating on the river. I would skate for hours no matter how cold or dark it became. It was only when I was called in by my mother to come in for supper that I would return to our house and undress on our back porch enclosure. Discarding my wet mittens first I would reach for the heat emanating off the woodstove making my hands tingle. With the help of an old wire coat hanger and a couple of clothes pins, I would carefully hang my mittens overhead which made a sizzle sound as each drop would hit the top of the stove. My reflections often bring me back to a time when my family would gather on Sunday afternoons for traditional storytelling. Aunties, uncles, cousins and friends would begin arriving mid-afternoon in anticipation of feasting, sharing, daring and comparing. How I loved taking in the delicious odours of my grandmother’s cooking wafting through the kitchen doorway as I anticipated large bowls of moose stew where I was taught to sop up every drop of gravy with huge slices of homemade bread. My mouth waters now just thinking of it. Card games would ensue with sounds of my uncles slamming down their fists on the kitchen table as they celebrated their winnings. It was uncle Eugene who played fiddle tunes well into the evening until my aunties took over with their hand drums and traditional songs celebrating the season.

Storytelling was saved for the end of our night. Hunting and fishing stories have always been my favourite– never really knowing when the trickster stories would appear. From tales of outrunning an eight point buck through the woods to reeling in a hundred pound muskie, the stories that were told with such precision and detail fascinated and entertained us all. Time has a way of passing quickly and although there are only a few hunters left in my family, storytelling remains a favourite. Never does a Sunday pass without my reflecting on the great stories and storytellers of my family. Each winter, I coordinate one weekend where we gather as a family to re-tell the best stories ever told, the ones held so strongly in our hearts and in our memory. The magic of a glowing fire coupled with the stories of my elders brings warmth and good memories to my spirit offering me assurance that like sleeping seeds nestled in the womb of the Earth Mother, the seeds of life will also be tended to. I stand in absolute gratitude for the wisdom of my ancestors who have taught me that what is needed for future growth is deep within us, simply waiting to burst forward with the wild joy and anticipation of the next cycle of the earth. May you accept and allow without hesitation Mother Earths compassionate embrace.

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