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J.O.E., which stands for jobs, opportunities, and enterprise, is an organization providing employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. J.O.E. partners with the Guelph Public Library and Planet Bean, to run a coffee kiosk at the main branch of the library. Pictured left to right are Danielle, Steven Kraft, CEO for the Guelph Public Library, and David. More details on J.O.E. on page 4. (supplied photo)

The Guelph Public Library–A valuable asset At the end of March, City Council approved a $207 million operating budget and a $52 million capital budget for 2015, representing a 3.55 per cent tax increase over 2014.

Among the projects approved–$250,000 to construct a splash pad at the South End community park and $2.7 million to move forward on an Eastview community park.

Not approved in the budget was the Baker Street redevelopment and relocation of the main branch of the Guelph Public Library (GPL); and while the City will continue to explore partnerships to fund the proposed redevelopment, the budget has not been allocated for this project in 2015.

With the election of a new council and mayor last fall, once again the development seems to be a hot topic.

Opinions on the need for a new library are very divided with a strong core of supporters contrasting those who feel borrowed books are the way of the past.

It is difficult though to argue with the numbers. Overall the entire Guelph library system sees 831,009 visitors per year, with 900 per day or 325,112 per year at just the main branch alone, making it the most used city facility in Guelph.

In 2014 the library circulated 2,183,119 items system wide, of which 647,268 were from the downtown location. The year prior, the

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library had 39,269 people attend the 1675 offered programs, which is impressive considering the programming room at the Main Library only allows for 150 people to attend any event and room capacity at the other branches is less.

In any community the library is one of the few places left that anyone, of any age, can attend for free. A facility that is often taken for granted, the library offers instruction to those learning the English language, introduces the joy of reading to young children, and provides free resources for those looking for work. It is a safe gathering place for seniors and is a welcoming environment no matter what your income level.

A library is no longer just a place to borrow printed books; GPL offers eBooks and eAudiobooks to access on your own devices or to loan on Kobo and Sony eReaders. Members can also access eResources on topics ranging from business and careers, crafts and hobbies, to government and law, science, travel, and information geared to children and teens. Plus a variety of Apps can be downloaded for an easy way to access many of the GPL's eResources.

Services include exam proctoring, assisting new Canadians with finding work, plus access to free information in over eleven lan guages. Members have the use of computers for Internet search, – cont’d on page 3

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The formerly known F&M Brewery has new owners and a new name. Phillip and Lesley Woodhouse recently took over ownership of the business, changing the name to reflect the well-known brand of beer.

Now operating as StoneHammer Brewing, the business continues to employ the same dedicated staff and Brew Master George Eagleson.

With a 20-year history, the new owners will continue using handcrafted care and timehonoured methodology to brew beer with the finest natural ingredients from around the world.

The award winning StoneHammer line-up includes a Light Lager, Pilsner, Pale Ale, Dark Ale and Oatmeal Coffee Stout. Plus, watch for a number of new seasonal and limited release ‘one-off ’ beers.

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by Marty Williams, Executive Director, Downtown Guelph Business Association I recently spent a fun Saturday afternoon during the University of Guelph’s College Royal Open House sampling chili. The “Town and Gown Chili Chow-down” is now in its second year, and it is proving to be both a very popular foodie event and a good fundraiser for the Guelph Food Bank. Working with Sue Bennett and Emily Perreault from the U of G President’s office, and with students from the College Royal Committee, has been a great way for the Downtown Guelph Business Association to connect over a friendly competition.

This year, five restaurants from Downtown Guelph and six on-campus outlets competed for the taster’s choice awards and the big winner was 39 Carden Street, who won in three out of seven categories.

From the standpoint of promoting Downtown Guelph as a food destination, the event is fantastic. Chefs get to meet people who may not normally venture our way, and nothing is as convincing that you have great culinary chops as giving them an easy way to sample your wares. College Royal attracts tens of thousands of people, so it’s a great time to showcase Downtown as a place to get great food.

Attending the event got me thinking about how wonderful it is that we have this fantastic institution in our town, and how much I appreciate what the University and the students bring to our community.

Universities and Colleges are very important to cities like Guelph. They are economic power-houses. They support good jobs of all kinds and they attract new people who spend lots of money in our community. The consulting firm Live Work Learn Play (LWLP) has estimated that student discretionary spending–not counting such necessities as rent and groceries–injects over $100 million into the local economy. Many Guelphites have had

mortgages fully or partly paid by student rents too. So we are really lucky to have them.

In Downtown Guelph, students spend money shopping, going to restaurants and salons, and using professional services. But it is the late night festivities that seem to get all the press. Some people have suggested that having a Downtown Guelph Entertainment District costs “us” the nonstudent tax-payers money while they have fun for free. Not true. For one thing, over 15,000 students live off campus and pay taxes through their rent or as property owners. Students also pay the full cost of the late night buses (in their Student Association fees) and the police tell me that it’s a more efficient deployment of resources (and therefore costs less) to have nightlife concentrated Downtown. As for litter and waste pick up, the folks out late use the same bins and services that would be needed even if we rolled up the sidewalks at 9pm.

The simple fact is that students don’t cost this city money, they make us money.

Being anti-student in Guelph makes as much sense as being anti-tourist in Wasaga Beach. We are, all of us, much more prosperous because of them. And that is why places like Barrie and Markham are doing all they can to have a campus set up in their town. Students give Guelph an economic and cultural boost, and by many measures we’d be a lot poorer without them.

None of this is meant to suggest that everything is perfect, that there aren’t ongoing areas of concern. There are. But as the Town and Gown Chili Chow-down simply illustrates, sometimes it’s good to acknowledge the fact that by working together we are producing a very delectable, vibrant, and economically prosperous concoction.

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Our mayor has been quoted in the Guelph Mercury as saying, "you already have five different (library) locations in the city, you have a huge library at the University of Guelph, pretty much every public school in town has libraries," and it’s true, there are libraries throughout the city–is there a need for a larger multi-million dollar project downtown?

The new building was proposed because the need for the library already exists. It is not a ‘build it and they will come’ scenario that does happen at times with large capital projects. It comes down to when is the proper time to move forward on the development.

“Libraries are a core city service and the current structure has problems in terms of accessibility,” says Steve Kraft, CEO for the Guelph Public Library. “When the existing structure was built in 1964, ‘health and safety’ was not as important as it is now. After 50 years, the structure is simply wearing out; we need a new elevator and a new HVAC system.”

“The new downtown facility is proposed to be a public/private partnership. The Guelph Public Library Board has committed to raising $10 million for the furnishings and equipment in the new headquarters,” adds Kraft.

“Yes, these types of projects are expensive but public libraries are a great investment. They attract large numbers of people who invest in nearby businesses. Libraries stimulate economic growth in their neighbourhood.”

“A new Main Library needs to be a hybrid between the new digital world and the brick and mortar world. Currently, our resources (books, magazines, DVDs, and computers) are dispersed over three floors, which makes access by seniors, preschoolers, and the disabled difficult. Our most frequent complaint is the lack of community space to meet and to study. There is a definite lack of parking for cars, bicycles, and strollers.”

It has been suggested that other city facilities be used for the overflow of services–the museum for example, or other community centres.

With $9.9 million budgeted just for the Victoria Road Recreation Centre expansion, clearly those facilities are already operating at full capacity.

“Some have suggested that if a new library is similar to a community centre, we already have plenty of those. Actually, most community or recreation centres are also busy places and they require additional payment for their use,” adds Kraft. “The public library remains

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free to over 1,500 people that use it every day.

A museum or recreation centre barely has room for their own equipment let alone any extra space for library materials. Offsite storage of materials isn’t economical for us due to the added cost of maintaining an extra facility as well as the time and cost of regular delivery to and from it.”

Yes, there have been some big expenditures downtown over the last several years, as well as some big expenditures throughout the city.

And people will always debate over which ones were necessary and perhaps which ones were not.

There are positives in waiting on the Baker Street redevelopment–time to raise more money, time for businesses to recover from the lost revenue during the construction of City Hall and the Carden Street reconstruction, and time to have a proper plan completed and the funds to allocate to it.

What shouldn’t be overlooked are the people who currently rely on the library and the possibility of even more who would benefit from a larger facility.

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With spring around the corner it beckons to ask, "do you understand your cottage insurance coverage"?

Understanding your policy and coverage afforded is paramount. Unlike your home insurance policy, which will generally be a comprehensive "all risk" policy, the coverage available on seasonal residences will vary. If your cottage is occupied year round, contains a central heat source other than wood, has a minimum 60amp electrical service and is accessible by a roadway open year round then broad form "all risk coverage" may very well be available. If your cottage doesn't fit this criteria or is accessible only by water then it's a good bet you have a "named perils" or "Fire and Extended Coverage" form policy.

The difference in these two forms is that an "all risk" policy will cover everything other than the exclusions stated in the contract, whereas a named perils policy specifically states what risks you are covered for, those not stated are not insured!

Do you know: • If your policy includes replacement cost coverage on building and contents or in the event of a claim would the settlement be Actual Cash Value, replacement cost minus depreciation?

• That if your property is left unoccupied for more than four consecutive days in the heating season that damage caused by freezing pipes is not covered unless the main water supply has been shut off with all plumbing fixtures com-

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• That there may be a clause stating that your property be visited at least once every 60 days by you or a responsible representative in order for coverage to be valid?

• That some policies will not allow for the renting of your cottage?

• Docks, bunkies, boathouses, detached buildings, etc. may not be insured unless these structures are specifically listed on your policy?

• That there is no coverage for liability or physical damage to power boats (unless under 24' and 24 hp), jet skis, ATV's, snowmobiles or any other motorized vehicle under your property insurance policies?

• Burglary, vandalism and malicious acts may very well be excluded?

• That collapse by snow load, damage by animals, raccoons, vermin may be excluded?

• The cost of being inadequately insured?

As you can see above it's important to understand and acquaint yourself with the details of your policy, the limits of insurance and coverage afforded. Finding out at the time of loss that you are not insured or are inadequately insured should not be an option. Call a licensed insurance broker, agent for more information.

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J.O.E.–helping individuals develop life-changing job skills J.O.E.–which stands for jobs, opportunities, and enterprise, is a group of Guelph families and community partners working together to create innovative inclusive employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.

The grassroots organization relies solely on the support of the community through the donation of funds, services or supplies, and for the creation of job opportunities.

Having partnered with the Guelph Public Library and Planet Bean, J.O.E. runs a coffee kiosk, selling fair-trade coffee and treats at the main branch of the library every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning from 9:00am to 1:00pm.

The funds raised are used for job training, materials, and equipment, plus a portion of all coffee proceeds is donated to the New Main Library Fund.

You can book J.O.E. to serve coffee and treats at your upcoming meetings, conferences or events.

A simple, common sense approach to wine knowledge Local entrepreneur, Bob Desautels, has released his first book, WineSense– The Three Keys to Understanding Wine.

In this common-sense guide, Desautels offers straightforward information on types of wine, tasting, wine history, grape varieties, approaches to winemaking, and more.

His Three Keys to Understanding Wine allow the everyday wine enthusiast and the beginner to truly grasp the subject while increasing their appreciation of wine.

The book is just over 200 pages and has illustrations, by local artist Gillian Wilson, to support the main aspects of wine making. Look for WineSense at the Bookshelf, the Woolwich Arrow Pub, Borealis Grille & Bar, as well as on Kindle books.

Businesses can also hire J.O.E. staff to complete various short-term jobs for a wide range of tasks including washing windows, shredding, cleaning, deliveries, and more. Staff members are matched to the task and a job coach is provided.

J.O.E. is always looking for volunteers to share skills, expertise or services. Financial donations of any amount are always welcome, and help to fund staff training, equipment, supplies and promotion.

For those businesses interested in donation, the following sponsorship levels are available:

YMCA-YWCA of Guelph announces 2015 Annual Women of Distinction™ Nominees The YMCA-YWCA of Guelph recently announced this year’s 36 Women of Distinction™ Nominees at the 20th Annual Women of Distinction™ Nominee Reception, held at Cutten Fields on March 26.

The annual fundraiser recognizes and celebrates the achievements of women in Guelph and Wellington County. Started in 1996, the program raises funds in support of the Guelph Y Teenage Parents Program, which helps provide young pregnant and parenting teens with information and resources to reach their full potential as parents.

Patsy Marshall was announced as the 2015 Honourary Chair. A previous Women of Distinction recipient in 2012, Patsy has extensive experience in adult education and organizational effectiveness. She has been in senior leadership positions in health care, education, and financial services. Since 1993, she has been the President of her own training and development company, Train on Track.

The Women of Distinction™ Fundraising Gala, will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2015.

Visit www.guelphy.org or call YMCA-YWCA of Guelph for more information.

This year’s nominees are: Arts and Culture Margaret Peter Nanci Pounder Rosemary Walton Judith Yan Business and Entrepreneur Jennifer Haines Melanie Lang Marissa Teeter Dana Thatcher Education and Training Cheryl Anderson Marilynn Crow Helen Hambley-Odame Karen Landman Debra Ottier Dr. Cara Wehkamp

Health, Wellness and Recreation Jaye Graham Cathy Kuehni Public Sector Lynne MacIntyre Kristel Manes Jennifer Waterston Science and Research Dr. Teresa Crease Kathryn Preuss Trades Lisa Winer Volunteer Community Services Tania Archbold Susan Brown

Mary Carlin Rosemary FernandesWalker Joanne Hasson Kimberley Rogers Premila Sathasivam Lindsay Systma Young Women of Distinction Ages 16-19 Sarah Jones Katie Kirkconnell Adrianna Olsewski Ages 20-24 Brittney Dudar Kaitlin Sealy Naythrah Thevathasan

This year’s Women of Distinction™ Nominees in the Young Women Category (Age 16-19) are, from left to right, Katie Kirkconnell, Adrianna Olszewski, Sarah Jones.

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Guelph’s awards season is just around the corner We’re getting closer to awards season here in Guelph–a time when our community’s businesses, institutions, organizations and individuals will be formally recognized for their phenomenal accomplishments and inspiring stories at the Guelph Chamber of Commerce’s annual Guelph Awards of Excellence (GAE) Gala, to be held this year on June 25, 2015 at the Delta Guelph.

The gala is always a grand affair, with hundreds of Guelph’s community and business leaders coming together for an evening of food, drinks, great conversation and celebration–with colleagues, peers, collaborators and even competitors. And while this year’s gala event promises to share a familiarity with years past–including our partnerships with the Office of the Mayor, April/May 2015 page 4

Guelph Downtown Business Association, Innovation Guelph, Architectural Conservancy of Ontario and our local United Way–the Guelph Chamber has decided to introduce several new categories for our Guelph Chamber Business Awards, as well as introduce a few other surprises too.

Specifically, this year’s 2015 Guelph Chamber Business Awards categories will include an inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award; a brand new Community Spirit Award; a freshly-minted Emerging Business Award; and the more traditional Excellence in Business (50 employees or more) Award and Excellence in Business (up to 50 employees) Award. And with ideas percolating around the additions of live music,

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videography and more already in the works, the 2015 Guelph Awards of Excellence promises to be a night that you won’t want to miss.

Do you know a business, organization or individual who should be recognized at this year’s event? Then be sure to nominate them (or even yourself) by April 16, 2015.

Visit guelphchamber.com/guelph-awardsof-excellence-info/awards/ Remember to order your tickets in advance at guelphchamber.com Kithio Mwanzia, President & CEO Guelph Chamber of Commerce.

Let’s get walking With the temperatures rising and the sun shining, this is a great opportunity to add walking to your daily routine. Spring is the perfect time to re-introduce physical activity and the great outdoors to your day. If walking is already part of your everyday routine, consider starting a “Walking at Work Program” and share the benefits of walking with your co-workers.

If the winter weather has been a deterrent, now is a good time to take a look at what other obstacles could be preventing you from the benefits of daily outdoor physical activity.

Getting started is simple! Set your personal goal by taking a look at your current walking habits, and then decide what you would like to achieve. Get started, keep track and revisit your goal periodically. Ask yourself where and

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when will you fit walking, and get creative. Try to include walking into each day.

Benefits of walking include increased energy level and stamina, relief of stress and tension, better sleep, healthier weight and reduced health risks. Consider the importance of warming up and stretching before walking, wearing proper walking shoes and comfortable clothing, and remember to cool down when you’re finished. In addition to walking in your neighbourhood or numerous local trails, remember shopping malls and some work-site locations are also great indoor locations when the outdoors is not suitable.

Always check with your doctor or health care provider before starting any new physical activity program.

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Students develop innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills Submitted by Wellington Catholic District School Board Innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship are key factors necessary for sustaining a healthy and competitive economy in Canada. Students in the Non-Profit and Health and Wellness Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs at St. James Catholic High School in Guelph took part in a full-day Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (ICE) Workshop where students learned to use innovation– discovering needs, creativity–exploring ways to meet a need, and entrepreneurship–developing a product or service to meet the need. Students interviewed residents at Riverside Glen to identify needs that may not currently be met as part of retirement living. Students used creativity to brainstorm a myriad of ways the needs could be met and using teamwork, settled on one idea that was developed into an entrepreneurial plan that could be

St. James students interviewed residents at Riverside Glen in Guelph as part of an Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship training workshop.

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The day was planned in partnership with Conestoga College’s Recreation and Leisure Program and Schlegel Village using a framework designed by the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto for the Ministry of Education. ICE is a systematic approach that encourages students to be aware of their innovations and to develop skills that will help them be successful and to create opportunities in a highly competitive global market.

Students found the day engaging and informative. One student commented, “It was great to have an opportunity to talk to the residents of Riverside Glen and to hear stories about their life and how they like living in a retirement village. I have a better understanding of how innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship can be used to meet needs in lots of different ways.”

Economic reports such as The Creative Edge (Florida and Martin, 2009), Advantage Ontario (Jobs and Prosperity Council, 2012) stress the importance of creativity and innovation to Ontario’s prosperity and the need for education to prepare our students with an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills needed to move our economy forward and create jobs in a highly competitive global marketplace.

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Message from the publisher I don’t consider myself much of a schmoozer.

I am aware however that many functions offer not only the chance to stay in tune with ‘what’s happening’ but also offer great networking opportunities.

Am I shy? Many people would say no, but I’d beg to differ. When it comes to sitting on committees or on a board of directors I have few aspirations of being the ‘chair’ or the ‘president’. I consider myself a better lieutenant than a captain. I do my tasks and I’m happy to be appreciated and thankful for the opportunity to be involved.

Recently I attended the Retire in Style Show at the Evergreen Centre. I had clients and friends in attendance manning their displays and it was a great opportunity to take some pictures, chat and enjoy a nice visit.

I also attended the 20th Annual YMCAYWCA Women of Distinction™ Nominee Reception held at Cutten Fields–again with

my camera and I enjoyed the chance to say hello to many people I know and admire.

At the Women of Distinction function I was witness to one of many who is truly a tireless person and who does so much for our community and beyond. Her name is Patsy Marshall–and what a resume of ‘involvement’!

As a highly regarded trainer and consultant, Patsy is the President of her own training company, Train on Track. As this year’s Honourary Chair for the Women of Distinction™ Fundraising Gala, she was also a previous award recipient in the category of Education and Training in 2012. She also received the J. David Stewart, in 2007, from Conestoga College for teaching excellence and leadership. Plus, she is currently the District Governor of Rotary District 7080 where she oversees 49 clubs and 1750 people in our area.

I know people like Patsy are appreciated

and I imagine to Patsy that’s not the point.

It’s the fact she enjoys the ability to create, educate, assist, be a leader and more.

There are so many people in our community that contribute to the betterment of our city and its initiatives.

We are going to make it a point in our publication to further recognize the people like Patsy.

Male, female, working, retired, over 40 or under 40 you’ll be on our radar and hopefully you’ll have time in what I sense is your busy schedule to have a chat with my editor so we can acknowledge your kindness and volunteerism in our pages.

Until next time…

Mike Baker Publisher, Venture Guelph Publications Ltd. venture@golden.net

University of Guelph receives $ 106,733.02 for energy saving audits The University of Guelph is strongly committed to reducing its electricity consumption and increasing energy efficiency. As well as being a stakeholder in the City of Guelph Community Energy Plan, the university has formed its own Community Energy Plan as a management and planning tool for guiding energy based retrofits. Working together as a community and communicating directly with the utility makes a big difference in enacting change and promoting large-scale energy conservation.

In the fall of 2012, the need for a campuswide electricity, gas and water audit was identified in order to move towards fulfilling the university’s commitment to their Community Energy Plan and campus sustainability pledge.

MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. was engaged to move forward with the university audit. In total 123 buildings were investigated for efficiencies that would generate operating cost savings by decreasing the Guelph campus’ overall utility consumption.

The top potential energy savings retrofits identified by the audit include chiller improvements, more lighting upgrades, Building Automation System (BAS) upgrades and programming, HVAC systems and the move towards demand response. If the entire audit was to be converted under the

saveONenergy Retrofit Program and all the recommendations were to move forward it would result in substantial MW savings for both the campus as well as the City of Guelph, and make a significant impact towards their respective Community Energy Plans.

Guelph Hydro Electric Systems Inc. presented the University of Guelph with the greatest customer incentive, $106,733.02, they have ever granted under the saveONenergy Audit Funding initiative.

To qualify why these audits are so important can easily be found in the culture of conservation that has been created at the student and faculty level but still requires reinforcement as 4,000 new first-year students arrive every September. Students at the University of Guelph feel so strongly about the necessity for

energy conservation that they voted in 2007 to enter a funding partnership with the university administration for a period of 12 years.

Each undergraduate student pays $10 per semester, and graduates $6.75 per semester, over the duration of their academic life. Each dollar paid by students is matched one-to-one by the university and funding is directed solely at energy conservation projects. A joint university/student working group provides guidance in prioritizing and choosing energy conservation projects to apply this funding to.

The energy feasibility study, which we are recognizing today, becomes the shopping list for the university/student initiative.

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At our third annual International Women’s Day event on March 10, Innovation Guelph and its partners were thrilled to announce the creation of The Ignite Award.

The Ignite Award is the first program to emerge from research completed on Innovation Guelph’s Women’s Economic Advancement Project. Through focus groups and community conversations that took place during summer 2014, we identified several challenges for women entrepreneurs and prospective entrepreneurs in our region. Access to funding and finances and development of a business skill set were critical to empowering entrepreneurial confidence and economic potential among women in the region.

The Ignite Award program aims to address these needs by providing both business mentorship and cash awards to women entrepreneurs in Guelph and Wellington County, supporting them at key stages of business development.

“The goal of The Ignite Award program is to create an opportunity that’s currently missing in our region,” says Tanya Darisi, social entrepreneur and founder of The O’Halloran Group, WEA Project partner. “This award will not only provide the critical funding that women entrepreneurs need to finance their businesses, but also the mentoring and business coaching they need to grow them long term.”

Unlike similar award programs, all Ignite Award program applicants who meet eligibility requirements will receive business coaching and will be invited to participate in mentoring opportunities, which may include peer mentoring circles, oneon-one mentoring, professional advice and business model coaching.

As part of this initiative, Innovation Guelph has also launched a crowdfunding campaign to build a $30,000 fund in order to provide cash awards to local women entrepreneurs later this year.

“Anyone who lives or works in the region knows it’s a hub of innovation, creativity and collaboration,” says Kristel Manes, Director, Innovation Guelph and the Women’s Economic Advancement Project.“We want to harness that energy to grow the number of women-owned businesses in the Guelph and Wellington County, and The Ignite Award into a self-sustaining program.”

Contributions to the crowdfunding campaign can be made at igg.me/at/igniteaward.

Contributors will receive special Ignite Award recognition items to acknowledge their support, with additional opportunities for major sponsors to participate in future events and present the awards this fall.

The application period for The Ignite Award is open, and women business owners with an existing business are encouraged to apply. Complete information on the program–including an online application, eligibility requirements and details on the review process–are available at www.innovationguelph.ca/ignite-award.

Applications will be received until May 30, 2015.

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2015 Retire in Style Information Fair Local businesses recently attended the Retire in Style Information Fair at the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, where community members were able to learn about volunteer opportunities, housing, travel, health services, recreational activities and education.

Pictured from Peace of Mind Care are left: Janet Dyson and owner Carol Bard; right: Karen Ragnan of REMAX Realty.

Pictured from Right at Home Canada is left to right: Owner Laura Greenway-Balner, and Care Planners Beth Davidson, and Katie Balnar.

Pictured from Robertson Brown Health Services is Paula Morley (left) and Tammy Lui (right) from Closing the Gap Healthcare Group.

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Rotary Club of Guelph-Trillium News Rotary International President Visits Guelph and Area Rotary International President Gary C.K. Huang and his wife, Corinna, from Taipai, Taiwan, visited Guelph/Wellington/Waterloo areas and viewedcommunity projects and services which area Rotary have supported.

Patsy Marshall, the District 7080 Governor and member of the Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium hosted the visit. On the tour the Rotary International President visited: • KidsAbility in Waterloo, a facility that provides rehabilitation services for children from Waterloo/GuelphWellington region from birth to 18 years of age.

• Hospice Wellington, Guelph is a volunteer supported organization that offers exceptional care to people living with the challenges of a life-limiting illness or loss. It is dedicated to support living every day to the fullest with dignity and meaning and they are pleased to welcome his visit.

• Playsense in the Shelldale area (Hopewell Homes) is a fully accessible play centre for individuals or groups of all ages with developmental disabilities and has been supported by all four Rotary clubs in Guelph and most notably, the seed funds for the entire project and program development were generated from a multiclub, 100th Rotary anniversary.

The day wrapped up with a dinner at the Hanlon Convention Centre, attended by 400 area Rotarians.

The Rotary theme for 2014-15 is Light Up Rotary. Huang was inspired by the teachings of Chinese philosopher Confucius who said: "It is better to light a single candle, than to sit and curse the darkness."

"Light Up Rotary is our theme, but it is more than our theme. It is how we live in Rotary, how we think in Rotary, how we feel, how we work," "It is how we make a difference–every day, in every club, every district, and every country where we serve."

Submitted by: Margaret Nixon, Assistant Governor, Rotary Club of Guelph South Join Leaders - Exchange Ideas - Take Action.

Visit our Website: www.trilliumrotary.org Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium Facebook and Ribfest Facebook Pages To get to know us better and see what our club is currently doing international and locally. And let us know you have been there by liking us on Facebook.

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Compassionate home care for those in need

by Heather Grummett Peace of Mind Care is a private home care service, providing the highest quality of personal care and companionship, with services in Guelph, Kitchener Waterloo, Cambridge, Acton and Georgetown.

Specializing in Senior's Home Care and after hospital care. Professional Caregivers permit clients to stay living at home with the support to do so. Assistance is offered with personal care, companionship, respite and palliative care. Care includes, personal care, medication reminders, appointment accompaniment, meal preparation, laundry duties, grocery shopping and light housekeeping.

Flexible hours allow client’s to choose the type of care, and when it is needed. Services are available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, and care plans are customized according the client needs. Services can also be provided in retirement homes, long-term care facilities, or hospitals.

“We also work with families to connect them with a network of other care professionals. We provide information and services for families that might be challenging for them to source on their own,” says Carol Bard, owner of Peace of Mind Care. “This helps families continue to work and look after their own children without the worry of trying to source products for their elderly parent. It gives families peace of mind that their loved one is in good hands.”

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After looking after her father and her son at the same time, she realized that other families were experiencing (supplied photo) the same challenges of balancing schedules and not knowing where to look for help.

She created her business with a focus on providing kind, compassionate care for people in need while giving the families much needed peace of mind and respite.

The 2011 Census of Population counted nearly 5 million seniors aged 65 and over in Canada, of which 92.1% lived in a private dwelling. In 2015 the population over the age of 50 will rise to 34%. Private homecare is a supportive and less expensive way to live at home and not be prematurely admitted to long-term care.

“Statistics show that those seniors who remain at home among the things they love and a familiar surrounding live 28% longer,” adds Bard. “We encourage independence, which helps to relieve depression as one gets older. It is important for clients to know they can still do things for themselves with the support to do so.”

For more information visit www.pomcare.ca.

New tax rules for testamentary trusts Have you reviewed your will recently? Do you have a testamentary trust established in your will or are you planning on drafting one? Are you a trustee administering a trust? If so, you should be aware of the recent significant changes to the taxation of testamentary trusts in Canada.

Starting January 1, 2016, all income retained in testamentary trusts (trusts created in a will) will no longer benefit from graduated tax rates and will instead be taxed at the highest marginal tax rate. By implementing these new tax rules, the government is attempting to reduce the disparity in the tax treatment between testamentary trusts and inter vivos trusts (trusts created during the lifetime of the settlor). Inter vivos trusts are currently

taxed at the highest marginal tax rate. Taxing testamentary trusts at the highest marginal tax rate also prevents those drafting wills from settling multiple testamentary trusts in order to spread income across those trusts to be taxed at the lower marginal tax rates.

The new taxation rules apply to most testamentary trusts including those previously established. There are limited exceptions to this rule including certain qualifying disability trusts and spousal trusts, however these must meet specific requirements to qualify for the graduated tax rates. In order to allow for estate administration, estates have thirty-six months from the date of death of the testator to benefit from the graduated tax rates

before the highest marginal tax rates will apply.

As a result of the changes to the trust taxation rules, some trusts that were designed to reduce or avoid tax will likely be impacted.

Testamentary trusts will still be useful to help achieve certain goals, like protecting money for minors and those with disabilities, as well as controlling the distribution of money to beneficiaries. However, the benefit of testamentary trusts solely designed to reduce tax or avoid estate administration tax may be significantly reduced or removed.

Hilary Van de Kamer, Associate in the office of Miller Thomson LLP. (Corporate and Commercial, Wills, Estates and Real Estate)

Skyline Group of Companies recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies The Skyline Group of Companies was named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2014 for excellence in business performance.

Sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, National Post, Queen’s School of Business and MacKay CEO Forums, the Best Managed award recognizes Canadian owned and managed companies with revenues over $10 million for sustained growth, financial performance, management practices and the efforts of the entire organization.

Applicants are evaluated by an independent judging panel on how they address various business challenges, including new technologies, globalization, brand management, leadership, leveraging and developing core competencies, designing information systems, and hiring the right talent to facilitate growth.

Skyline is one of Canada’s fastest-growing owners and managers of real estate. It is currently managing over $1.65 billion in real estate assets, with over 250 properties and 5.5 million square feet of commercial space across Canada. Skyline boasts a unique business model that allows it to be a full-service real estate entity, offering acquisitions, property management and invest-

ment services under one roof. In just 15 years, it has grown to a team 500-strong whose clients include the 2,000+ investors who are invested in Skyline’s three private REIT portfolios, and the 25,000+ residents and tenants in Skyline’s residential and commercial buildings.

“We are incredibly proud and honoured to be designated one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the first time,” said Jason Castellan, CEO and Co-Founder, Skyline Group of Companies. “Amongst the vast competition of Canada’s largest real estate entities, we have a unique business structure, a strong company culture, and a penchant for sustainability and giving back to our community. This recognition truly belongs to all of the ‘Skyline Family’: the expertise of our staff, and the enthusiasm of our investors and business partners, has brought us to where we are today.”

“I would like to congratulate Skyline and its entire workforce,” said Peter Brown, CoLeader of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program and Senior Practice Partner, Deloitte. “Achieving this standard of excellence takes a united effort from a dedicated team. Best Managed companies achieve success because they have a clear

Exploring the Confidence Connection With an exciting new location and format, 400 people turned out for this year’s International Women’s Day networking event at the River Run Centre. Presented by Innovation Guelph, Guelph-Wellington Business Enterprise Centre, Guelph Women in Networking, and The O’Halloran Group, the evening celebrated women entrepreneurs and women in business, by encouraging women to move confidently on their path to success.

Exploring the Confidence Connection, the third annual International Women’s Day event, featured a panel of six local women made up of local business leaders and entrepreneurs from Guelph and Wellington County.

Beth Timlin, Co-owner of downtown’s Grey Rock Clothing talked about being real and honest, and not being afraid to ask for help in both business and in life; plus, the importance of a network to help you celebrate the good times and support you during the hard times.

Former Mayor, Karen Farbridge discussed having a commitment to act, working to overcome the things that hold you back, and that leadership is a decision you make personally, as no one will give you the permission to lead.

She encouraged women to know your values, and embrace the courage and joy that comes from being brave.

Kristel Manes, Director, Innovation Guelph and The Women's Economic Advancement Project, talked about tapping into the confi-

dence that is passed down through the generations. She encouraged the crowd to have the confidence to make difficult decisions and bare the consequences from those decisions; feeling that what doesn’t kill you will make you stronger. She discussed celebrating past choices, how we all go through hardships, and how to find the courage, confidence and faith to make the best of situations.

Community Builder, Marva Wisdom highlighted the importance of owning your story and recognizing who you are. “Confidence has to come from the inside,” she said. “ Owing it helps you feel confident and push through.”

She focused on the fullness that is to be discovered, not an emptiness to be filled.

Motivational speaker Sara Westbrook stressed how believing in yourself and having the confidence to be imperfect, is key to overcoming negative opinions from others.

Marie Zimmerman, Executive Director, Hillside Festival, encouraged persistence and challenged women, when necessary, to either go around the rules or change them.

As the evening came to a close, Manes also announced an exciting new initiative from Innovation Guelph, the Ignite Award, which is a cash prize plus mentoring for one year for local women entrepreneurs.

Applications are being received until May 30 and the awards will be announced in September. More information can be found at innovationguelph.ca/ignite-award.

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vision and lead teams that are committed to growth and sustainability.”

For more information visit www.skylineonline.ca

Skyline staff recently celebrated at Buon Gusto after the Skyline Group of Companies was named one of Canada’s best-managed companies. Pictured left to right are: Wayne Byrd, CFO, Skyline Group of Companies; Roy Jason Ashdown, CCO and Co-Founder, Skyline Group of Companies; Matthew Organ, President, Skyline Living; Jason Castellan, CEO and Co-Founder, Skyline Group of Companies; and Martin Castellan, CAO and Co-Founder, Skyline Group of Companies. (supplied photo)

Great Food – Great Times – Great Cheer

Fine Family-Dining at Jesse’’s on the Green Open Saturday and Sunday for breakfast. Remember to enjoy TGIF on the last Friday of each month (Be sure to book early! Friday, February 28th is sold out!) Jesse’s offers up delicious menu offerings for you, your family and your friends to experience and remember. Not only the quality of the experience but the value!

You’ll feel confident knowing a visit to Jesse’s will be an incredible dining experience. Choose from a variety of options that are guaranteed to please!

A wonderful setting to enjoy great food with those close to you.

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Income splitting for retirees With tax season upon us pensioners and retired taxpayers need to be aware of the income splitting rules that will lower their tax payable. These rules apply specifically to the allocation of pension incomes between spouses. Although the amounts that can be reallocated are based primarily on how the numbers are reported on the tax return some beneficial strategies can be planned in advance.

Firstly, one must know the basic rules as they relate to the application of income splitting. Any income that qualifies for the $2000 Federal pension income credit is eligible. The eligible amounts however, will differ depending on the age of the person receiving the pension income.

For taxpayers who are 65 years old the following payments are eligible for the calculation: Income from either a Registered Retirement Income Fund or locked in Retirement Fund (RRIF or LIRF), the taxable portion of regular annuities, income from a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) and most commonly benefits from an

Employer Pension Plan (RPP). For individuals under age 65 they can still split benefits from an RPP but income from a DPSP, annuity or a RIF\LRIF can only be split when the funds were received as the result of the death of a spouse.

On the other hand, there are a number of pension incomes that do not qualify for the income splitting option. These include the following: Canada pension plan benefits, Old Age Security income and income from a retiring allowance.

For those who receive foreign source pensions a portion of that pension may be allowable for income splitting-the determining factor here depends on whether some or all of the income is taxable in Canada. It is noteworthy to point out that CPP splitting is possible but one must apply to Service Canada and they will determine how benefits can be split.

To be eligible to utilize this tax saving calculation both spouses must be Canadian residents at the end of the tax year and, unless there are medical reasons for not living together the cou-

ple must not be separated. The calculation to determine the income splitting amounts is not complicated. Each spouse must complete form T1032the joint election to split pension income and file it with each tax return. The Tax Act permits a split up to 50% of the pension received but it is up to the individual to decide on the appropriate amount. Given this fact it is often prudent to have a professional do the calculation for you or utilize tax software that can determine the optimum percentage to split.

There are other factors that affect the income splitting option and the impact of these smaller points can be reviewed. Most important though is to take advantage and become familiar with the rules that CRA gives use to reduce tax. One last note–Make sure you file on time to avoid the unnecessary penalties and interest!

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Investing in Currency The recent fall in the Canadian dollar has evoked quite a bit of emotion: importers are depressed, exporters are elated and gamblers are intrigued by the possibility of profit. Can you make money in the money game? Sure! You can make quite a bit of money. Sadly there is also a high likelihood of losing money while playing the money game. Currency investors have been bringing four main focuses to our counter in recent months: decimalization of currencies, bullion, leveraged forward contracts, and bitcoin. Light will be shed on these four topics during the next four issues of Ventureguelph.ca.

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Regardless of its value against the Canadian or USD dollar, both gold and silver seem to be popular choices for clients when there is uncertainty in the air. There seems to be a high degree of trust in the long term value of precious metals. If not for profit, at the very least, for preservation of value.

Much like banknotes, there are two elements of value with precious metals. With banknotes, the value of the currency itself is often the sole dictator of the value of the banknote. If the banknote is rare, or old and in great shape, or has interesting serial numbers, the numismatic value of the banknote often far outweighs the currency value of that banknote. The same can be true for bullion. Gold and silver coins will often fetch much more than their face value or their metal content value based on the rarity of the coin, or the age of the coin and the demand for the coin in general.

When buying bullion for investment purposes there are a few things to consider. There are considerable savings when buying larger pieces. Using today’s rates as an example, a 10 oz bar of gold would cost $15150.00 where as buying 10 one oz bars of gold would cost a total of $15265.00. Before opting for the better value, a second consideration is how liquid you need this investment to be: a 10 oz bar of gold cannot be sold in units any smaller than 10 oz. If you needed or wanted to sell an ounce or two in the future, it might be worth your while to spend a bit more on the smaller units of gold so that you can later sell an ounce or two.

A final consideration when buying bullion is the form that the bar or coin comes in.

Some investors feel strongly about one purveyor over another. Some investors are inclined to chose gold or silver coins over bars because they have currency value (for example, a silver one oz coin is worth $5 even if the value of the silver content drops below $5, whereas a 1 oz bar of silver will only be worth the value of an ounce of silver), whereas other investors have made a strong case for buying bars over coins for the mere ease of storing items that are square rather than round.

Precious metals have been traded as currency since 1500 BC. There will likely always be a place for it in the investment marketplace–the investor just has to decide if that place is within their portfolio or not.

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Our experience in dealing with prearranging funerals has lead to the development of the GILBERT MACINTYRE & SON TRUST PLAN for those who wish to pre-pay their funeral expenses.

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“Good” stress–“Bad” stress and the anatomy of burnout Ask any group of people for their opinions about stress and some of them will believe that there is “good” stress and “bad” stress.

But, according to research into our biological reactions to change–this just ain’t so!

Feelings of relaxation and excitement produce very different internal chemical responses than do the feelings of fear and anxiety associated with change. All change is potentially stressful and damaging, but we have choices about which of these three responses to the pressures of change we experience.

First, we can experience feelings of confidence in our self-awareness and ability to handle the change–in this instance, our internal response to change is relaxation.

Second, is the feeling that is often referred to as the “good” stress. We can experience feelings of excitement as we stretch our imagination and challenge the application of our inner resources–in this case, our internal response to change is challenge.

And finally, the “bad” stress. If we are overwhelmed and feel threatened by the amount and uncertainty of change in our lives we are likely to react reflexively with our primitive fight-or-flight instincts–in this case our internal response to change is stress.

Certain types of change have characteristics that are more likely than others to trigger a stress response. These characteristics are: Novelty, Uncertainty, Unpredictability, and Individual Experiences from our past that make an event stressful for us.

Our reactions to these stressors are instantaneous. In the short term, biochemical release temporarily heighten awareness, improve sensory input, and increase clarity of thought. Our bodies instinctively produce a burst of extra energy and performance is temporarily enhanced.

Here’s the rub. Today’s workplace is filled with the kind of experiences that readily–and unconsciously–trigger our stress responses. If we let this happen we experi-

18th Annual Ribfest: August 28-30 Get ready for Ribs, Rhythm and Rotary! The Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium once again presents their annual Ribfest event at Riverside Park. Voted Guelph's favourite festival--over 50,000 people attend the event every year.

Enjoy a weekend of award-winning rib vendors, live music, a children’s area, midway, classic car show, and Bavarian tent.

Sponsorship opportunities The Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium hosts Ribfest year after year to enormous community response.The group relies on the generosity and strength of Guelph’s business community

to provide valuable resources that ensure the event is a success.

Partnering with Ribfest is a great way for your business to be profiled at Guelph’s favourite festival. Your funds help offset the cost of putting on a community party for more than 50,000 community members.

The money raised at Ribfest is dispersed to local community charities, providing thousands of dollars each year towards delivery of their services. For information on different sponsorships levels visit www.ribfestguelph.com

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ence the long-term effects of too much stress: sleeplessness, loss of energy, irritability, anger leading to swearing, shouting and incivility, workaholism, no relaxation, and poor lifestyle habits such as over eating, drinking, and smoking. Performance overall is diminished. Burnout!

control–don’t let it manage you–and don’t dump it on others.

Assume responsibility for your behavior. You cannot be in two emotional states at once. While your initial response to change might be feelings of fear or anxiHere’s three things you can do to get out ety knowing that you have a choice about and stay out of burnout. how to respond can help you move into 1. Self-Awareness–Don’t let others manage more productive feelings. Pay attention to their stress by dumping it on you. Set your lifestyle, diet, and exercise regime. boundaries about how you will allow You know what you need to do. others to treat you. Ask angry co-workers 3. Self-Esteem–Create periodic “retreats” to or clients to come back after they have break up stress cycles, renew your energy, calmed down. and restore your perspective. Regular Create as many options for yourself as vacations, relaxing weekends, nights possible. When we feel threatened we out all can keep stress from moving tend to narrow our focus and narrow our into your life and setting up permanent choices until we feel trapped and helpcamp. less. This is a characteristic of the stress Linda K. Fairburn, MSOD can be reached at 519-766-1400 or response. Counteract this by having linda@makethingshappen.net another “plan B” alternative response.

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U of G volunteers receive 2015 Winegard Awards Three outstanding volunteers from the University of Guelph received 2015 William Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Involvement Awards from the United Way of Guelph Wellington Dufferin and the Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington.

Awards were presented to Prof. Rich Moccia, associate vice-president (strategic partnerships); Linda Wing, a clerk in the School of Environmental Sciences; and undergraduate student Carly Labord.

Now in their ninth year, the awards highlight volunteerism and outstanding service

by U of G faculty, staff and students. The awards are named for William Winegard, who served as U of G president and vicechancellor from 1967 to 1975 and as Guelph MP from 1984 to 1993.

“Rich, Linda and Carly have shown how volunteers can turn their passions into lasting contributions benefiting people and organizations in our community,” said Christine Oldfield, executive director of the Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington.

Moccia, a U of G professor for 27 years, was recognized for his wide-ranging volunteer work. As a trail captain and sawyer for the Bruce Trail, he helps maintain a 240-kilometre stretch from Wiarton to Tobermory year-round. He has been a sports administrator for regional commu-

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nity associations and coached more than 30 hockey and baseball teams during the past three decades. He also facilitates scuba diving for children with cancer, co-chairs U of G’s United Way campaign and organizes charity hockey tournaments.

Wing has worked at U of G for 26 years.

She was honoured for her commitment to mentoring and assisting youth through various organizations, including making her own home a safe haven for teenagers.

She is a volunteer with 4H Wellington County and 4H Ontario, as well as with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington, the Fergus Agricultural Society and the Fergus Fair Board Youth Committee.

Fourth-year student Labord, a child, youth and family major, was recognized for her efforts to help make Guelph more accessible for students and community members with visual or mobility disabilities. She volunteers with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, U of G’s Accessibility Services and Peer Helper programs, and the Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington. As a vision mate, she helps clients at home and in the community, and helps guide U of G students with mobility and visual difficulties.

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