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Reflecting on 35 years of a self-made career YORKTON – Curtis Maleschuk, owner operator of Commercial Cleaning Chemicals, sat down with Yorkton This Week to reflect on his career. “My Dad started this in ‘69 – Langley BC,” said Maleschuk, adding, “it’s [was] 50 years, three years ago.” Maleschuk’s father, Gilbert, was a teacher prior to his endeavours in the commercial cleaning trade. He taught throughout Saskatchewan in towns such as Wadena, Wawota and Fenwood. “He liked BC and thought he could get a teaching job out there,” said Maleschuk, noting that his mother was also a teacher. “At that specific time the school division there was not hiring,” said Maleschuk. Maleschuk said at that point his father went back to work for CocaCola and his mother remained teaching, but only as a substitute. “Back then the teachers weren’t getting paid what they’re getting paid today,” said Maleschuk. Maleschuk said his father had relations in Surrey and “that’s how he got into the soap business.” Sadly, Maleschuk’s parents would separate and he would move back to Saskatchewan with his father. “We moved out to my uncle’s farm in Margo and he started from there,” said Maleschuk, adding, “we ended up in Wadena and he built his business from there.” In 1979 Maleschuk graduated from Wadena’s high school. Shortly after, Maleschuk would find himself in Yorkton working at a bakery. “Dad bought a bakery in Yorkton here – Betts Avenue, Yorkton City Bakery,” said Maleschuk, noting, “right out of school I was a baker’s helper.” “That’s why I’m in Yorkton,” said Maleschuk. It was at the bakery
my own for the last 15,” said Maleschuk. The service would transport schools, hockey teams, cadets, seniors and other groups. “I made a lot of miles and we always got home safe, but there is a lot of work that goes into it,” said Maleschuk, adding, “I was responsible for the maintenance, the safeties.” “[Driving the bus] was a big responsibility,” said Maleschuk.
Curtis Maleschuk, pictured here with one of his products. that Maleschuk would meet his wife to be. “I lucked out,” said Maleschuk of his wife Rose. “I have a very thoughtful wife,” said Maleschuk, adding, “she’s fantastic support.” “When I started this, she said, ‘whatever you choose, I’ll support you’”. The two would marry in the summer of 1986, the same year the bakery closed. “I was unemployed for that summer – got married, had no job,” said Maleschuk. Maleschuk said he went and helped on his uncle’s farm that summer. Later, his dad would come to him with an opportunity. “Dad said, ‘why don’t you come and do this?’” His Dad was of course speaking of selling the commercial cleaning products. “I started in [1987] – 35 years this fall,” said Maleschuk. Maleschuk said that he got married, started a business, had a mortage and a child all within the span of two to three years. “We had our first child in ‘87,” said Maleschuk. Maleschuk now has three daughters. Cayla, a teacher in Lethbridge, Cally, who, like her father, operates her own business, and Cara, a registered nurse in Calgary. “In Grade 12, if you’d have told me I was going to be a salesman, I would have said, ‘oh, you’re nuts’,”said Maleschuk. Maleschuk and his
father mapped out a territory and went to work. Maleschuk said he went door-to-door as a salesman and eventually earned repeat clients. “From where I started to where I am today is – well, I built it up to where it’s self-sufficient now,” said Maleschuk. “I just worked at it and built it up – it’s been good,” said Maleschuk. “Dad got his product out of Mississauga Ont. because he hooked up with the chemist there – the company’s name is Bob Chambers Limited,” said Maleschuk. That same company still provides Maleschuk with a few products, essentially supplying his business for over 50 years. “In ‘99 we hooked up with a big international company called Bunzl
Distribution,” said Maleschuk, noting CCC was one of five distributors for the company in the province. “If we wouldn’t have gone that way, we could have been out of a business,” said Maleschuk. Along with the chemical business, Maleschuk also operated a bus service for 15 years. “In ‘95 my Dad was retiring from [CCC] because he kind of had enough – he was doing it for 33 years,” said Maleschuk, adding that his father started a bus charter business after retiring. “He just wanted a part time job,” said Maleschuk. After his father passed away in 2006, Maleschuk took on the business. “I’d been driving for about 22 years – I was on
Along with operating two business’ and having a family, Maleschuk still found it in himself to volunteer his spare time for the betterment of the community. “My wife and I were the original board members of the Kalyna competition, which is this weekend [April 30],” said Maleschuk. “We were involved in Kalyna Ukranian Dance for 22 years,” said Maleschuk. “In today’s world it’s tough to keep kids occupied, so we thought – well, we can put on a competition,” said Maleschuk, adding, “we put out 50 letters to clubs, they all said ‘yes, if you have [a competition] we will come and support you.” “Then we started to organize it,” said Maleschuk, adding, “we
have the facility, we have the knowledge, we have the contact – so we started it in 2001.” “We put all that together and now I’m on the board for the Terriers,” said Maleschuk. “The Terriers will probably be my last volunteer [job], but I enjoy it – you know what I mean – you’ve got to give back too,” said Maleschuk. When asked about retirement, Maleschuk said he would continue on day to day so long as he remains healthy. “For now, it’s just day -by-day, year-by-year, and just to keep my people happy,” said Maleschuk. “I just have to say thank you to my customers for supporting me – we give the best possible service we can – it’s all about service and honesty.” Maleschuk said he still has customers from 35 years ago, back when he started with the business. Maleschuk went on to thank his father. “I had the pleasure of working with my Dad for 33 years,” said Maleschuk, adding that there isn’t a day that goes by where he isn’t thinking about something his dad taught him. “My dad was kind of my hero.”
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Health professionals recommend a bevy of medications to their patients when they the benefits of such remedies outweigh the possible risks. The same can be said for vaccinations and other health therapies, such as vitamin and mineral supplementation. While supplements and medications are safe when taken as directed, they still have the potential to cause some unwanted side effects . O v e r- t h e - c o u n t e r medicines, prescriptions or even herbal dietary supplements can cause side effects. WebMD notes that most of these effects are minor and may only be a temporary inconvenience. But some
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side effects may be more serious. Recognizing common side effects may not make them easier to confront, but it can give people an idea of what to expect. WebMD, the DNA testing firm Sequencing and the healthcare services research experts at Sehat report that the following are some common side effects of medications and supplements. Stomach discomfortSince most drugs and supplements need to go through the gastrointestinal system to be absorbed, stomach discomfort, constipation and nausea can occur. This is one reason why experts typically recommend taking antibiotics, which can cause indigestion and diarrhea, with food. The vitamins and minerals in
multivitamins also can cause stomach discomfort. Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs may cause the formation of gastric ulcers and stomach bleeding when taken for extended periods of time. D r o w s i n e s s Drowsiness is often associated with antihistamines, anti-tussive (cough) medicines and muscle relaxants. Drowsiness can be exacerbated if medications are mixed with alcohol. Skin rashes and dermatitis- Some topical medications, supplements and other medicines may lead to rashes or itchiness. A rash may be an indication of an allergic reaction. Severe allergic skin reactions
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How to build friendships in your golden years Making friends as a child or even as a parent to school-aged children is relatively easy. Classrooms and school functions facilitate the building of friendships. Even as one gets older and enters the workforce, it’s not uncommon for people to become friends with their coworkers. As people near retirement age, their situations may have changed considerably. Children have moved out, careers are coming to an end and friendships may be hard to maintain due to people relocating or traveling. Older adults may aspire to make new friends, but they may not know how. According to Irene S Levine, Ph.D., The Friendship Doctor and contributor to Psychology Today, it is not unique for seniors to want to make new friends. Age can be a barrier because there are stereotypes that pigeon-
hole people of certain ages. But Levine notes that state of mind and physical ability is not directly tied to chronological age. Making friends is possible at any age. These guidelines can help along the way. • Explore online connections. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Gerontology found seniors (even those in their 80s) who stay connected with friends and family using social media report feeling less lonely and better overall. Connected seniors also demonstrated higher executive reasoning skills. There are plenty of ways to meet new people online by joining social media groups that cater to your interests. In person meetings in particular cities or regions of the country also can make for great ways to make new friends. Exercise caution when meeting people in
person after contacting them online. Bring another person along, whether it’s a spouse or an adult child, to ensure that you are safe. • Volunteer your time. One way to meet new people is to get involved with causes or activities you love. This serves the double benefit of getting you outside and active and puts you in touch with people who share your passions and interests. • Attend alumni events. If you have an interest getting in touch with someone from your past and reconnecting, make the time to attend school reunions and other alumni activities. It can be fun to reconnect with friends from high school or college. The local gym isn’t just a great place to get physically fit. Group exercise classes also can be ideal places to meet other
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