pink magazine - vol. 2 november 2013

Fashion column by Riley lawson | beauty column by saRa lindsay | hair column by Joy amistad

Vol. 2 - ISSUE 11 - NoVEMBER 2013

FREE MAGAZINE

day in tHe liFeAndorlie Hillstrom

in tHe sPotliGHtreginA trAdes And skills Centre

eVeRyday HeRotAylor deVos

VianneTimmonson passionsand path finding

Regina 824 Fleury St. 306-781-8007

SaSkatoon 2206 Speers ave.

306-244-2774

Northstar

Antique

New Distributor for

Create Your Own Kitchen at www.elmirastoveworks.com

Regina 824 Fleury St. 306-781-8007

SaSkatoon 2206 Speers ave.

306-244-2774

Northstar

Antique

New Distributor for

Create Your Own Kitchen at www.elmirastoveworks.com Proudly disPlaying our Products

at these Fine show homes…

1600 8th Avenue, Regina - Phone: 525-9125www.parklandcarpetoneregina.com

Show homeS8818 Sherwood Drive 5221 Tutor Way 9 Plains Road, Pilot Butte 3765 Green Moss Lane 5262 Aviator Crescent

Show homeS4749 James Hill Road 260 Thauberger Road 206 Prairie View Drive 5237 Mitchenson Way

Show homeS4118 Green Olive Way 5325 Mitchenson Way 5254 Aviator Crescent (Coming Soon) 300 Prairie View Drive (Coming Soon)

Show home5294 Aviator Crescent

Show homeShowing By Appointment

Show homeS 52 Emerald Ridge (White City) Plains Circle Condos (Pilot Butte)

Show home4535 Skinner Crescent

SHOW HOMES8702 Sherwood Drive5221 Tutor Way3637 Green Cedar Court4753 James Hill Road

SHOW HOMES4749 James Hill Road305 Brookview Drive260 N. Thauberger Road

SHOW HOMES4777 James Hill

SHOW HOME5002 Tutor Way

Proudly Displaying Our Productsat These Fine Show Homes…

1600–8th Avenue, Regina | 306.525.9125www.parklandcarpetoneregina.com

SHOW HOME4837 Trinity Way

SHOW HOME51 Paradise Circle

SHOW HOME4535 Skinner Crescent

SHOW HOMES8702 Sherwood Drive5221 Tutor Way3637 Green Cedar Court4753 James Hill Road

SHOW HOMES4749 James Hill Road305 Brookview Drive260 N. Thauberger Road

SHOW HOMES4777 James Hill

SHOW HOME5002 Tutor Way

Proudly Displaying Our Productsat These Fine Show Homes…

1600–8th Avenue, Regina | 306.525.9125www.parklandcarpetoneregina.com

SHOW HOME4837 Trinity Way

SHOW HOME51 Paradise Circle

SHOW HOME4535 Skinner Crescent

FeaturesVol. 2 - Issue 11 - November 2013

cover storyVianne timmons8 Day in the life

andorlie Hillstrom14

everyday herotaylor deVos28

4 | FOR SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN | VOL. 2 ISSUE 11, NOVEMBER 2013

Copyright 2013: PINK Magazine for Saskatchewan Women is a Compass Advertising Ltd. publication, published monthly and distributed free on stands across Saskatchewan. All rights reserved by Compass Advertising Ltd. Reproduction in any form of any material in PINK Magazine is strictly prohibited without written consent. Any requests for duplication of any content should be sent to Compass Advertising Ltd.. Compass Advertising Ltd. makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all of the information and ads that we publish. However, mistakes can happen and Compass Advertising Ltd., along with any affiliates, cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or omissions other than the cost of the ad. Compass Advertising Ltd. reserves the right to refuse ads if deemed inappropriate.

1816 9th Avenue North, Regina, SK. S4R 7T4Tel: (306) 585 2064 • Toll Free 1 (888) 717 6655Fax: (306) 585 2080 • Email: [email protected]: pinkmagazine.ca

twitter.com/pinkmagsask

facebook.com/pinkmagsask

Our TeamPublisHer Compass advertising ltd. [email protected]

Art direCtor &mAnAging editor mustapha itani [email protected]

guest editor Jenn smith nelson [email protected]

Writers Jenn smith nelson [email protected]

lee [email protected]

Jessica [email protected]

Gail [email protected]

Cheryl Kirkness [email protected]

sara [email protected]

Riley [email protected]

Joy [email protected]

Charmaine [email protected]

Gary [email protected]

Gisele [email protected]

grAPHiC designerCourtney larson [email protected]

PHotogrAPHer Cover storydarrol Hofmeistersharpshooter Photography (306) 949 9113

offiCe mAnAgerdebra Glettler [email protected]

ACCount exeCutiVesdon Hahn(306) 536 [email protected] James Huber(306) 536 [email protected]

James morrow(306) 502 [email protected]

Ferhat saglam(306) 501 3191 [email protected]

Geoff thomas(306) 531 7595 [email protected]

In this Issue16 tHe mattRess & sleeP ComPany With Doug and Jaymie Dovell

18 tHiRsty sKin Beauty Column by Sara Lindsay

19 Rl HeaRt’s Fashion Column by Riley Lawson

20 PiCKinG youR new style FoR winteR Hair Column by Joy Amistad

21 PinK’s FaVouRite tHinGs What do we like this month?

22 Real estate 101 By CharMaine Luscombe

24 desiGn matteRs Gary Weisbrodt

30 moVembeR ReCiPes Help support Men’s Health

32 in tHe sPotliGHt Regina Trades and Skills Centre

34 moRtGaGe insuRanCe By Gisele Gherasim

36 48 HouRs in outaouais, QuebeC By Jenn Nelson

38 Family-FRiendly attRaCtions in las VeGas - By Cheryl Kirkness

40 moms & munCHKins By Cheryl Kirkness

FOR SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN | VOL. 2 ISSUE 11, NOVEMBER 2013 | 5

SUBSCRIBE TO PINK MAGAZINE

would you like PinK magazine in your mailbox?

subscribe now!www.pinkmagazine.ca

Age really is just a number and nearly every day I hear about young people doing grand things.

I am constantly in awe of these young folks who have chosen to make a difference in the lives of others. As well, the thought of having a calling, one you have felt since you were young is also something I envy.

How about you?

Did you know what you want-ed to be when you grew up? I certainly didn’t and I am still not sure I do.

What struck me while editing this month’s issue, is that inspiration to choose a life path can really strike at any age. Take for example our Everyday Hero this month, Taylor DeVos. Taylor is the founder of ‘1 Kid Making a Difference’, an ambitious campaign with the end goal of building a school overseas in a developing nation.

As well, you will learn about how Vianne Timmons, who is featured in this month’s cover story - she also seemingly knew what path to follow at a young age.

Not all of us have these early insights but what we can do is nurture it in others – our children, our friends, our family and even strangers.

If we have something to learn from these go-getters, it is to follow what makes you feel something, where you can put your passion behind it. When you love what you do, fulfillment and success are sure to follow.

Jenn Smith Nelson

note from ourGuest editor


• New patients welcome • Emergency services available • General Dentistry including: orthodontics and prosthodontics (not by a specialist)

3291 Quance St. E. | Regina, Sk. | 306-584-2833 | toll free: 866-584-2833 email: [email protected]

Dr. Greg Konotopetz | Dr. Kim Neudorf

• New patients welcome • Emergency services available • General Dentistry including: orthodontics (not by a specialist) and prosthodontics (not by a specialist)

3291 Quance St. E. | Regina, Sk. | 306-584-2833 | toll free: 866-584-2833 email: [email protected]

www.signaturesmiles.ca

Dr. Greg Konotopetz | Dr. Kim Neudorf

By Jenn Smith Nelson

VianneTimmonson passionsand path finding

Pho

to c

ourte

sy o

f Uof

R A

V S

ervi

ces


Logo with Registration Marks

White

PMS Black

PMS 5535

PMS White

PMS Black

PMS 5535

White

Black

PMS 5535

White

Black

PMS 5535

White

PMS 5535

Black

It’s harvest time again. Of course, harvest season may not mean that much to you if you don’t work in agriculture. Nonetheless, you can learn a lot from those who do — especially in your role as an investor.

Here are a few of these lessons to consider:

“Feed” your portfolio. Through the proper combination of fertilizers and irrigation, farmers seek to maximize the growth of their crops. And if you want to give your portfolio the opportunity to grow, you need to “feed” it with the right mix of investments. This generally means you’ll need to own a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented vehicles, such as stocks and stock-based securities. Keep in mind, though, that the value of these types of investments will fluctuate, sometimes sharply — and there’s no guarantee you won’t lose some or all of your principal.

Be patient. Crops don’t grow overnight. Farmers know that they will put in countless hours of work before they see the fruits of their labours. And they know that, along the way, they will likely experience setbacks caused by a variety of issues: too much rain, too little rain, insect infestations — the list goes on and on. When you invest, you shouldn’t expect to “get rich quick” — and you can expect to experience obstacles in the form of bear markets, economic downturns, changes in legislation and so forth. Continuing to invest for the long term and focusing more on long-term results than short-term success can help you as you work toward your objectives.

Respond to your investment “climate”. Farmers can’t control the weather, but they can respond to it. So, for example, when it’s been dry for a long time, they can boost their irrigation. As an investor, you can’t control the economic “climate,” but you can make adjustments. To illustrate: If all signs point to rising long-term interest rates, which typically have a negative effect on long-term bond prices, you may need to consider reducing your exposure, at least for a while, to these bonds.

Diversify. Farmers face a variety of risks, including bad weather and fluctuating prices. They can help combat both threats through diversification. For instance, they can plant some crops that are more drought-resistant than others, so they won’t face complete ruin when the rains don’t fall. As an investor, you should also diversify; if you only owned one type of financial asset, and that asset class took a big hit, you could sustain large losses. But spreading your dollars among an array of investments — such as stocks, bonds, cash and other vehicles — may help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. (Be aware, though, that diversification by itself can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss.)

Relatively few of us toil in the fields to make our living. But by understanding the challenges of those who farm the land, we can learn some techniques that may help us to nurture our investments.

Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund

Harvest Season Offers Lessons to Investors

Call today to schedule a personal financial review. Lory M. Neumann - Financial Advisor - 306-543-3486455 Broad Street North Regina, SK S4R 2X8

www.edwardjones.com

When Vianne Timmons turned 40, she made a commitment to get outside of her comfort zone. That led her to take up running, learn to drive a motorcycle and after a few bumps and bruises, by her late 40’s, conquer snowboarding. “That was very painful,” said Vianne “I had bruises in places I didn’t know existed.”

She explained “I don’t like getting outside of the box but I like to push myself outside the box – it just makes me less bored with myself.”

This idea of introducing uncomfortable and new challenges into her day-to-day process is a thread that has weaved in and out of Vi-anne’s very interesting and full life.

Best known in Saskatchewan for her role as University of Regina President and Vice-Chancellor, a position she has held since 2008, Dr. Vianne Timmon’s path to success wasn’t typical or expected.

Growing up in a small mining community in Labrador, Vianne ex-plained that she never dreamed that one day she would be the presi-dent of a University. She was a coal miner’s daughter and would go on with her siblings to be her family’s first generation university graduates.

A chance meeting when Vianne was young provided some interest-ing foreshadowing into what her bright future would hold. She told a story about the day she was introduced to the aunt of her room-mate. This aunt just so happened to be a University President.

“I looked at her with such awe … my world was very small,” said Vianne. “University wasn’t part of what my family did, they were all miners.”

From that day onward Vianne Timmons reckoned that her path “wasn’t a path I chose but a path that chose me.”

Her comprehensive dedication to education would begin in the late 70s. In 1979, she received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Mt. Al-lison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, with a combined major in Psychology and English. Then soon after in 1980, she received her Bachelor of Education in Special Education from Acadia Univer-sity in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.

By 1983, she had completed her Master of Education in Special Ed-ucation at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, USA, and following that, received her PhD in Education Psychology in 1993 from the University of Calgary.

Vianne spent her early teaching years in Alberta and British Co-lumbia. By 1992, she returned to Atlantic Canada to serve as the chair of the Education Department of St. Francis Xavier University. In 1996, she became the first female Vice–President, Academic De-velopment, in the Faculty of Education at the University of Prince Edward Island, a position she held until her move to Regina.

Moving from her position in PEI was not an idea that immediately grabbed Vianne. But when a persistent headhunter insisted she was the perfect person to address the challenges the U of R was then


facing, such as the need to internationalize, and declining enroll-ment, she realized that it was an opportunity she couldn’t turn down.

When she arrived in Regina the first thing that struck her and her family was the warm welcome they received. “Saskatchewan felt like home to me almost right away,” said Vianne. “What I love is that Saskatchewan people are direct, I don’t have to guess what they’re thinking. They are respectful but also genuine but they also want to know you as a person. It is ‘Maritime-like’ – people care about com-munity and they care about each other.”

It’s a great thing that settling in took little effort, as the headhunter who wooed her was correct; Vianne was just what the university needed. Coming from her position as VP, she had just gone through similar enrollment challenges. Plus, her extensive research in family literacy and barriers to post secondary access for Aboriginal youth in the Bras d’Or Mi’kmaq First Nation in Nova Scotia community would be of tremendous help when she got to work at the U of R.

Additionally, another area of research and passion for Vianne, help-ing students with disabilities, would prove to be a tremendous asset. From day one at the U of R, Vianne set out to strengthen and grow the diversity and inclusivity on campus.

She was able to see some quick wins and today enrollment has nev-er been higher with just over 13,000 students, which include 10% International students and 10% of students from Aboriginal descent.

Of course being President of a University doesn’t come without its fair share of challenges. “Being President is a challenging job and someday the challenges can be daunting,” said Vianne.

Through the course of interviewing Vianne, it came across clearly that when faced with a challenge she is able to view it as an op-portunity, whether it’s for personal reasons or as specific objectives for the university. She was quick to point out barriers she may face but even quicker to find the positives that often times can be buried within a challenge or obstacle. This is the great gift of an optimist.

It was also very evident that this is a woman who truly loves what she does, especially the diversity that comes along with it. “I love that there are no two days that are the same and every day is interesting,” said Vianne.

Constant motivation to move the University forward, and tackle and overcome challenges keep Vianne going but there is also another large factor that drives her, the students.

Each day Vianne walks to work and takes the same path as many of the students. It is here where she gets her daily dose of inspira-tion. “The thing I love is the connection with students,” she shared. “Whether it’s chatting with them about mid-terms or day to day chit chatter. Everyday when I get into my office I feel a boost of energy but also a reaffirmation about why I am here.”

It is that connection with, and advocacy for students that at the end of the day leave Vianne feeling most proud. This is especially true when it comes to the work she has done for students in the field of disabilities. “It’s the most rewarding work as I can see the immediate impact on people’s lives.”

She also prides herself in the University’s overall inclusiveness. Since her arrival, she has paved the way and extensive work has been done to promote inclusiveness on the campus. Some examples include gender-neutral washrooms, custom sinks for Muslims to wash before prayer, the Campus for All program (for men and women with disabilities) and the expansion of the Ab-original Centre to name a few.

Through her forward thinking and sensitivity to those who require advocacy, Vianne has made moves that reflect an open mindedness and thoughtfulness that welcome everyone to the U of R. “That’s the kind of university I want … this is the kind of campus I want to be president of.”

With the youngest University of Regina student at 18 months old (conservatory) and eldest at 96 (life long learning) the University of-ferings also appeal to students of any age.


NEW ARRIVALS DAILYup to REGuLAR REtAIL pRICES oN

FASHIoNS, FootWEAR, INtIMAtES & SLEEpWEAR70%OFF

SEARS outLEt StoRE | 1908 7tH AvE. REGINA Sk.

Inclusivity and passion for all is not just what she does, it is who she is. Vianne shared that “with just a little bit of effort, time and advocacy you can change a path for a person.”

The list of accomplishments at the University of Regina certainly doesn’t end there and her list of other accolades is also very long.

From the 2008-2011 period Vianne was named one of Cana-

da’s “Top 100 Most Powerful Women”. When asked what that meant to her, Vianne stated that the term ‘powerful’ was a bit of a stretch.

“I don’t feel powerful at all,” she said. “For me I think it’s important that we have role models … particularly for young girls. It doesn’t matter where you come from, you can achieve a tremendous amount.”

Vianne was also honored in 2009 as one of the ten most influential women in Saskatchewan and in the same year, received the Canada Post Literacy Award. In 2010, she was presented with the Cana-dian Association for Community Living’s National Inclusive Education Award and in 2012, the Canadian Association for Education Psy-chology presented her with the Carol Crealock Award, in recognition of her life’s work in the field.

Although proud, Vianne is extremely modest about her many ac-complishments. She did admit though that this year’s Humanitarian Award awarded from the Red Cross, has meant the most to her.

“That is the award I am most humbled by,” said Vianne softly. “To be honored for a passion, that is what’s nice. “

Pink also learned Vianne shares as many passions as accom-plishments.

Throughout her growth, there has always been writing, which is logi-cal given she was an English major. Although she isn’t writing nearly as much as she would like, her passion for writing continues to drive her. To date she has penned and edited nine or so books and con-tinues to write research and op-ed pieces.

She declared herself as both a “ferocious reader” and “a bit of a best seller junkie.”

Beyond her obsession with words she maintains a very athletic life-style. Her 40s transformation challenge introduced her into a whole new world of activity including downhill skiing, snowboarding and run-ning. And, she ‘keeps up’ with some good company. Training with Ted Jaleta’s running group, one that includes many competitive runners, is something Vianne said she uses to “to clear my head and keep sane.”

With 5 full marathons and around 30 or so half marathons under her belt, it’s safe to say running is a passion. It is also one she has enjoyed sharing with her family, one that has created a bond amongst them.

When asked which marathon was her favorite, Vianne spoke fondly of a Mother’s Day half marathon years ago in Ottawa, where she ran with her then 13-year-old son. A typical 13-year-

old, he expressed to his mom that he didn’t want to do anything besides run beside her during the race – this translated to Vianne as ‘keep your distance and no hand holding’. As they neared the finish line however, the moments they shared together during the race obviously affected him. “He grabbed my hand and held it up in the air,” said Vianne who was obviously touched by the gesture.

A mother to four, Vianne has shared her love for education, health and fitness with her children. Today, her son, is a very accomplished varsity runner … those runs with mom certainly got him hooked.

Her role as mother and mentor to her other children, (she also has three daughters) is something that Vianne always took very seriously.

Having a daughter with unique learning needs forced Vianne to focus on balance. When teaching, her children always came to the schools

“with just a little bit of effort, time and advocacyyou can change a path for a person.”


and when running, they were always there. Her passions have al-ways included her children.

She also ensured to have conversations with them about what she was doing or where she was going so they always felt in the loop. She truly has been a mentor and a role model to all four, and as a family they remain very close-knit.

Vianne also had a mentor, one who in fact she still remains in touch with today. Her mentor, the first woman president of the University of Prince Edward Island, is also the same woman that hired Vianne as the first woman Dean of Education.

Vianne described her friend and colleague as “an amazing woman that I admire greatly, always there to talk to me, challenge me and give selflessly of her time.”

Now it seems Vianne is paying that forward in dividends.

Beyond her day job and passions, Vianne is an active speaker. Speaking on topics familiar to her such as women in leadership, disability, family literacy and university leadership to name a few, she continues to impart her knowledge and passion with others. If you have ever been to one of her engagements you likely left feeling mo-tivated, inspired and recharged as she is certainly a gifted speaker.

When asked for words of wisdom to share with the women of Pink magazine and those who may be interested in pursuing a similar leadership path, Vianne divulged the following pieces of advice.

“Be authentic, be true to yourself and find work that feeds your soul.”

“Many women are successful not because of the position that they hold but because of the job that they do. If you put your passion behind your work it makes a big difference,” said Vianne.

As the interview came to a close two realizations came to mind. The first was to do with that box that she said she broke out of in her 40’s. Even though Vianne stated there was a conscious effort to push herself beyond her comfort zone, I am not convinced that this really isn’t something she has made an everyday practice. I theorize that she lives there - out there I mean, in the land where challenge exists. It is where she is at her best. ‘Challenge and overcome’ could be easily be her motto.

Lastly, if I had one word to describe Vianne I would choose the word ‘real’. Although I was interviewing a very accomplished woman, her warmth and ‘realness’ is what struck me most. One might say it was very ’Saskatchewan-like’.

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

InspIrIng LeadershIp FOrUM 2014Facing Adversity

Limited seating available!www.uofrinspiringleadership.com

ARIANNA HUFFINGTONAMANDA LINDHOUTMALINI CHIB Conexus Arts Centre

Regina, SK


SASKATCHEWAN

DINING IN

RESTAURANTS

Table 10 is a gluten friendly venue where guests can choose to mingle for casual drinks or spend an entire evening of dining and enjoying the company of family and friends. Voted Best Steaks. Regina’s most ex-tensive gluten friendly menu. Join us for our Saturday / Sunday Brunch

Address: 2118 Robinson St. Regina SKPhone: (306) 543 8836 www.table10restaurant.com

We use high quality, fresh and local ingredients and products to create delicious on-the-go meals available to people with on-the-go lifestyles.

Address: Brownstone Plaza,1275 Broad Street, Regina SKPhone: (306) 359 3747

www.cafedrip.ca

Join us for our Thursday & Friday Buffet, come and check our pool table lounge & Live DJ every Saturday.Open 7 days a week.

Address: 1802 9th Avenue North, ReginaPhone: (306) 565 8989

dong KHAnHRESTUARANT


A day in the life of Andorlie Hillstrom is long, hectic and often stressful; that same day is also fulfilling, exciting and gratifying. Throughout two decades in the world of the performing arts in Regina, this talented singer and actress has evolved into a teacher, a business owner/manager, a director and an artistic director. She wears many hats and switches them several times each day.

Beginning her day around seven thirty, Hillstrom breakfasts on something healthy and hearty, feeling the need to fuel up for the busy hours ahead. She also uses this time to organize portable snacks to take to work, for lunch is often taken at her desk as she works …. no leisurely restaurant lunches for this dynamic lady!

Although the ring of the telephone may “throw a wrench into the works”, as Hillstrom puts it, she does follow a routine as much as possible, doing her best to maintain control of each day. By nine, she is at her desk, checking email and phone messages, reviewing details of on-going projects, and making calls. Time on the phone can be productive but also eats up the clock, as she deals with actors, contracts and all the other particulars of

whichever show is in the works. Most recently, the project was A MidSummer Night’s Dream which ran at the Conexus Arts Centre from October 9 through to October 12.

Other facets of such a venture must involve meetings, a necessary evil of any business. Although she uses all forms of communication available and is very comfortable with today’s technological tools, Hillstrom advocates face to face discussion whenever possible. She schedules meetings between ten thirty and one most days; these involve people who make a show what it is, from stage managers to set builders to designers.

As the last meeting draws to a close, Hillstrom heads to the studio where she assumes another role. Here she is “at the helm”, involved with planning future courses and hiring teachers. There’s correspondence to be dealt with too, and financial decisions to be made. As Hillstrom puts it, “there may be thirty different strands to my day and I never know what direction one of them might lead to.”

Since she considers teaching the most fulfilling part of her career, Hillstrom devotes several hours a day to that, usually from four in the afternoon until eight in the evening. Although she has always loved holding acting classes in a group venue, as time goes on she attains more satisfaction from providing individual instruction and mentoring. She has seen many former students go on to stellar careers in the performing arts, not just as actors but as producers, directors or even educators; there lies the greatest satisfaction for her, hearing those success stories and knowing what a difference she made in those lives.

When classes end, Hillstrom’s day is far from over in many instances. Each show means many hours of rehearsal and those sessions are usually held in the evening due to the fact that many of the people involved are students, or have day jobs and are only available after seven or eight. So for Hillstrom, ten to twelve hour days are the norm, not the exception … and she loves every moment of them. Even her weekends follow the same pattern; more rehearsals are held then, catering to the availability of the actors and other personnel involved in the current project.

As a budding young actress, Andorlie Hillstrom didn’t envision the life she leads now. Although she grew up in a small rural community, her parents always managed to find a way to encourage her interest in the performing arts. Early on, that interest focused on music, especially singing, so they drove their daughter to the city where she could receive instruction. Eventually, Hillstrom studied in the Bachelor of Music Performance and Drama Programs at the University of Saskatchewan and continued scholarship studies in the Voice/Opera program at the Banff Centre of Fine Arts. Although music led her there, once she discovered drama, her focus narrowed

and she set out to become an actress.

Andorlie Hillstrom is not the name she was born with. Attending “cattle calls” in Vancouver, crowded into a room with dozens of other actresses auditioning for the same parts, she soon realised how difficult it was to catch the eye of casting directors. Sometimes given only a brief moment to make an impression, an aspiring actress needed a gimmick, a hook to snare the interest of the director …. so Hillstrom invented a name that was so unique as to be unforgettable, and has used it ever since.

Successful as her performing career has been, Hillstrom found more joy working with youth even in the early days of her profession, and that joy is evident when she discusses the significance of her role as Artistic Director of Do It With Class Young People’s Theatre (DIWC). DIWC offers performance opportunities for young people aged eight to eighteen. The company has played a major role in the personal development of many who have gone on to succeed in the arts and other non-artistic careers.

Now in its’ twentieth year of operation, the company has trained youth such as Tatiana Maslany, Amy Matysio, Paul Nolan and Jeff Irving, all well known in the drama field. Two or three times a year, DIWC presents a production at the Conexus Arts Centre, involving approximately a thousand people and showcasing local talent. Hillstrom directs many of the shows along with her partner and music director Robert Ursan.

Hillstrom is also co-artistic director of another professional theatre company in Regina, The Golden Apple Theatre. She received the 2002 YMCA Woman of Distinction Award for Arts and Culture, the 2007 Community Builder Award from the Regina and District Association for Community Living Inc., and a bursary for Do It With Class Young People’s Theatre Inc. by the former Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Lynda Haverstock, in honor of his Royal Highness the Earl of Wessex.

Her advice to young people as they consider a career in the arts is succinct; you must have a passion for this calling and be willing to make sacrifices, for as one can see from her schedule, the pace is furious and the pressure relentless.

Hillstrom is also quick to advise taking care of oneself along the way; recent events really brought that home to her, as she faced a diagnosis of breast cancer. Her first reaction was anger that her life would be complicated by this bombshell. “I didn’t want to put my life on hold to deal with this!” she admits. “But I came to terms and am grateful that we caught this early … I know that I will be okay.” Meanwhile, if she feels the need to soak in the tub with a good book at the end of the day, she savors the down time, as well she should.

A Day In The Life OfAndorlie Hillstrom

By Lee Parent


A day in the life of Andorlie Hillstrom is long, hectic and often stressful; that same day is also fulfilling, exciting and gratifying. Throughout two decades in the world of the performing arts in Regina, this talented singer and actress has evolved into a teacher, a business owner/manager, a director and an artistic director. She wears many hats and switches them several times each day.

Beginning her day around seven thirty, Hillstrom breakfasts on something healthy and hearty, feeling the need to fuel up for the busy hours ahead. She also uses this time to organize portable snacks to take to work, for lunch is often taken at her desk as she works …. no leisurely restaurant lunches for this dynamic lady!

Although the ring of the telephone may “throw a wrench into the works”, as Hillstrom puts it, she does follow a routine as much as possible, doing her best to maintain control of each day. By nine, she is at her desk, checking email and phone messages, reviewing details of on-going projects, and making calls. Time on the phone can be productive but also eats up the clock, as she deals with actors, contracts and all the other particulars of

whichever show is in the works. Most recently, the project was A MidSummer Night’s Dream which ran at the Conexus Arts Centre from October 9 through to October 12.

Other facets of such a venture must involve meetings, a necessary evil of any business. Although she uses all forms of communication available and is very comfortable with today’s technological tools, Hillstrom advocates face to face discussion whenever possible. She schedules meetings between ten thirty and one most days; these involve people who make a show what it is, from stage managers to set builders to designers.

As the last meeting draws to a close, Hillstrom heads to the studio where she assumes another role. Here she is “at the helm”, involved with planning future courses and hiring teachers. There’s correspondence to be dealt with too, and financial decisions to be made. As Hillstrom puts it, “there may be thirty different strands to my day and I never know what direction one of them might lead to.”

Since she considers teaching the most fulfilling part of her career, Hillstrom devotes several hours a day to that, usually from four in the afternoon until eight in the evening. Although she has always loved holding acting classes in a group venue, as time goes on she attains more satisfaction from providing individual instruction and mentoring. She has seen many former students go on to stellar careers in the performing arts, not just as actors but as producers, directors or even educators; there lies the greatest satisfaction for her, hearing those success stories and knowing what a difference she made in those lives.

When classes end, Hillstrom’s day is far from over in many instances. Each show means many hours of rehearsal and those sessions are usually held in the evening due to the fact that many of the people involved are students, or have day jobs and are only available after seven or eight. So for Hillstrom, ten to twelve hour days are the norm, not the exception … and she loves every moment of them. Even her weekends follow the same pattern; more rehearsals are held then, catering to the availability of the actors and other personnel involved in the current project.

As a budding young actress, Andorlie Hillstrom didn’t envision the life she leads now. Although she grew up in a small rural community, her parents always managed to find a way to encourage her interest in the performing arts. Early on, that interest focused on music, especially singing, so they drove their daughter to the city where she could receive instruction. Eventually, Hillstrom studied in the Bachelor of Music Performance and Drama Programs at the University of Saskatchewan and continued scholarship studies in the Voice/Opera program at the Banff Centre of Fine Arts. Although music led her there, once she discovered drama, her focus narrowed

and she set out to become an actress.

Andorlie Hillstrom is not the name she was born with. Attending “cattle calls” in Vancouver, crowded into a room with dozens of other actresses auditioning for the same parts, she soon realised how difficult it was to catch the eye of casting directors. Sometimes given only a brief moment to make an impression, an aspiring actress needed a gimmick, a hook to snare the interest of the director …. so Hillstrom invented a name that was so unique as to be unforgettable, and has used it ever since.

Successful as her performing career has been, Hillstrom found more joy working with youth even in the early days of her profession, and that joy is evident when she discusses the significance of her role as Artistic Director of Do It With Class Young People’s Theatre (DIWC). DIWC offers performance opportunities for young people aged eight to eighteen. The company has played a major role in the personal development of many who have gone on to succeed in the arts and other non-artistic careers.

Now in its’ twentieth year of operation, the company has trained youth such as Tatiana Maslany, Amy Matysio, Paul Nolan and Jeff Irving, all well known in the drama field. Two or three times a year, DIWC presents a production at the Conexus Arts Centre, involving approximately a thousand people and showcasing local talent. Hillstrom directs many of the shows along with her partner and music director Robert Ursan.

Hillstrom is also co-artistic director of another professional theatre company in Regina, The Golden Apple Theatre. She received the 2002 YMCA Woman of Distinction Award for Arts and Culture, the 2007 Community Builder Award from the Regina and District Association for Community Living Inc., and a bursary for Do It With Class Young People’s Theatre Inc. by the former Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Lynda Haverstock, in honor of his Royal Highness the Earl of Wessex.

Her advice to young people as they consider a career in the arts is succinct; you must have a passion for this calling and be willing to make sacrifices, for as one can see from her schedule, the pace is furious and the pressure relentless.

Hillstrom is also quick to advise taking care of oneself along the way; recent events really brought that home to her, as she faced a diagnosis of breast cancer. Her first reaction was anger that her life would be complicated by this bombshell. “I didn’t want to put my life on hold to deal with this!” she admits. “But I came to terms and am grateful that we caught this early … I know that I will be okay.” Meanwhile, if she feels the need to soak in the tub with a good book at the end of the day, she savors the down time, as well she should.

A Day In The Life OfAndorlie Hillstrom

By Lee Parent

North655 Albert Street

East2325 Prince of

Wales Drive

South4520 Albert Street

New?Like New Again?

For your home and living supplies...

Bring it on!

WITH 3 REGINA LOCATIONS

CharMaine LuscombeHomeLife Prairie Realty

Residential, Farm and Commercial 306-535-3948www.charmainerealty.com

So many opportunites!! Your DREAM Home! A Bed and Breakfast?

Carehome? Day care?This home is a must SEE! Call To view!

1012 Water Street, Indian Head SK.

$449,500

4 bedroom home with developed basement. Vaulted ceilings/open concept 1894 sq ft with fully landscaped yard. Carpenters dream workshop in basement. Open kitchen concept. Pella Windows. Hardwood flooring with porcelain tile in areas.


As waves of prosperity continue to roll through Saskatchewan, resi-dents of the province are finding it easier to build the future of their dreams, to envision and realise a secure, comfortable lifestyle. Sens-ing that there might never be a better time, one local couple has opened a business that is truly based on dreams … and it looks like they are well on their way to success. By bringing The Mattress & Sleep Company to Regina, they offer customers one of the main components of a healthy lifestyle …. a good night’s sleep.

Born and raised in Regina, Doug and Jaymie Dovell are familiar with the local marketplace, and are enthusiastic about building good relationships with consumers in the community. They also know their products inside and out, and can offer options that some of those consumers may never have thought of before.

It will surprise no one to see Doug Dovell at the helm of this business; his work history includes stints in sales and retail markets, including some time with another mattress retailer. Because he enjoys the busi-ness, Doug is extremely focused on delivering excellent customer service, a quality that sometimes adds to his already heavy workload, for he hesitates to hire staff in case a potential employee fails to meet his high standards.

As for his wife and business partner Jaymie, the world of retail is a brand new field for her, coming as she does from a background in a government office, but she’s finding the transition exciting and rewarding. While Doug already had extensive knowledge of the prod-ucts they stock, she had to absorb a lot of facts and concepts in order to serve customers when he isn’t in the store. She’s in charge of the office and accounting duties are new to her too, but she’s tak-ing that in stride, with just a monthly check-up from a professional accountant to guide her along. “Jaymie is amazing,” her husband told me. “She’s even better at all this than I expected.”

Like her husband, Jaymie’s consideration for customers is obvious, and her point of view is refreshing. “No one buys a mattress on im-pulse,” she pointed out. “It’s not the kind of item you spot as you stroll through a store, and simply purchase the one that appeals to you.” And yet, she continued, some people really don’t consider all their options, or spend much time deciding which bed to buy. “You will spend a third of your life sleeping on that mattress,” Jaymie reminded me, as she does all her customers. “You should lie on it for at least fifteen or twenty minutes while you’re deciding how comfortable it is.”

As for options, The Mattress and Sleep Company offers many, from a basic single box spring and mattress combination right up to a king size, high end sleep set suitable for the most luxurious mas-ter bedroom. They carry the very best certified organic bedding and sleep solutions produced today; these products are environmentally friendly, using renewable and sustainable resources. Such sleep sets are excellent for allergy sufferers, as many of the raw materials utilized offer comprehensive hypoallergenic properties while also being ex-tremely breathable and great for regulating temperature.

Of course, furnishing a bedroom doesn’t simply mean buying a mat-tress; with that in place, the customer still has quite a list of needs and wants. The Mattress and Sleep Company can assist with that too, as they carry a wide range of the finest quality bedding, including custom made sheets, pillow cases and duvets.

Not all couples can work well together, but these two really seem to have a system that succeeds. “We each do our own thing,” Doug explained, “and we aren’t actually here together all day long.” For instance, set-ups for customers often take Doug out and about, and his focus on service means that he oversees all aspects of each cus-tomer’s purchase. When setting up a bed, no matter how large or small, he doesn’t consider the project finished until the customer is

satisfied with the arrangement, the sleep set is exactly where it should be, and all the packing material is completely cleared out. Since many of the bedding lines are triple-packed, that involves a lot of clean-up.

Doug and Jaymie are running a household as well as a business, too; they have a school-age son and daughter who are as active as most kids that age but aren’t old enough to be on their own at home. Someone must always man the store, but often one of them has to handle things on the home front, too, so this couple does a lot of planning and juggling. Besides school activities and sports events for their two children, there are all the daily chores that consume time in everyone’s schedule. Because this is truly a family business, Doug and Jaymie include the children at times; both of them are happy to spend time at the store, or assist their father with a delivery.

The Dovells are backed by a great organization, part of the reason that they chose The Mattress and Sleep Company as the basis of their endeavour. The Company is based in Alberta, the creation of Richard Buchfink and his family, who have been involved in the furni-ture and mattress industry for several decades. They wanted to pro-vide customers with clearer and more complete information about mattresses and all the accompanying accessories necessary for that all important aspect of life, getting a great night’s sleep. Their concept

was born in 2004 and their first retail store opened in 2006; Doug and Jaymie Dovell have been urging them to open a Regina outlet ever since and are excited to have achieved that goal.

The Mattress & Sleep Company delivers across Canada, to the Unit-ed States and around the World, with orders going out daily to a growing customer base. Their industry-leading Sleep Sound Guar-antee® offers peace of mind by matching all competitors pricing ei-ther before purchase or up to 120 days after purchase. At the Regina store, Doug and Jaymie will help customers find unique sleep prod-ucts and solutions that deliver value and sleeping comfort above the ordinary. By visiting their website www.tmasc.ca/regina you can learn all about those products and the high standards that are guiding them to success.

The Mattress & Sleep CompanyWhere Sleep Comes Naturally ®

2406 Victoria Avenue East, Regina SKTel: (306) 721 7002 • Toll Free: 855 301 7002Email: [email protected] • www.tmasc.ca

“You will spend a third of your life sleeping on that mattress. You

should lie on it for at least fifteen or twenty minutes while you’re

deciding how comfortable it is.“

“best certified organic beddingand sleep solutions produced today“

By Lee Parent


ThirsTy skin

About the artist...Originally from Canada, and having spent many years of her career in the United Kingdom, Sara Lindsay is a professional makeup artist, with training from some of London’s top fashion academies. Having had the opportunity to work with some of Britain’s top artists, Sara brings an edge to her hometown of Regina. Sara’s professional experience includes runway work, editorial spreads, compelling commercial campaigns, weddings and special event clients. London Fashion Week and The London Clothes Show are just some of the highlights of her career. Sara was named Canadian Makeup Artist of the Year at The Mirror Awards 2011 and most recently was named a finalist for 2012.Sara’s successful freelance career, which complimented her time as a regional associate with MAC COSMETICS UK, gave her valuable experience in working closely with clientele to consult and direct their transformation to the extraordinary. In a consultative style, Sara works to achieve a look that is uniquely your own.

Winter is well on the way and our guests are seeing the signs of dry and irritated skin. Once the autumn weather arrives and the furnaces go on in our homes and work places, people some-times start to notice a dramatic change in their skin. It can start to feel tight and uncomfortable and can affect not only the face but the entire body, including hands and feet, as well as hair and lips.

In some cases, skin will crack and feel quite painful. Eczema suf-ferers really feel the effects of dry weather because it tends to exacerbate it. However, argan oil has been shown to relieve some cases of eczema.

There are a few things that can help restore skin’s moisture and help it to feel and look hydrated.

Although they are comforting in the cold weather, try to stay away from very hot baths or showers. Hot water can break down the sebum in the skin and leave it more dehydrated. If you have a humidifier available, it can be very helpful to encourage hydrated skin.

When deciding what skin and body care products to use, be aware of what the ingredients are. It’s important to know that they are safe and healthy but you also need to know which ingre-dients deliver the benefits that your particular skin type needs to stay moisturized. For your reference, I’ve compiled a list of several key ingredients that encourage hydration. Keep your eye out for some of these to help with thirsty skin.

EXFOLIANTS

Helps break down dry flaky skin cells on the surface of the skin and speed up cellular turnover. - tourmaline, glucosamine, salicylic acid, Jojoba beads, bamboo

ANTIOXIDANTS

Helps protect skin from free radicals and heals dry skin. - Vitamins A, C & E, green tea, rosemary leaf extract, caffeine

EMOLLIENTS/HUMECTANTS

Acts as a barrier for the skin to maintain the skin’s moisture levels. - olive, coconut, shea, jojoba, or caster based emollients.

Pictured are products which I recommend and offer in my store.Happy hydrating!

For more in depth information, I offer private makeup lessons at my studio.Sara Lindsay Makeup Studio is now open at 3420 Hill Avenue in Regina. Hair Director Melissa Mark offers full Aveda hair services in studio to complement all makeup services.www.saralindsay.ca [email protected] (306) 347-7829

By Sara Lindsay

Products from left to right:

Kahina Pure Argan Oil, Dr.Lipp Original Nipple Balm for Lips, Aveda Intensive Hydrating Mask, Aveda Tour-manline Charged Hydrating Cream, Dayna Decker Es-sence Moisturizing Gel in Ella

Don’t Spend Another Winter With Your Skin Feeling Like This!


[email protected] |w w w . r i l e y l a w s o n . c o m

by Riley lAWson

RL ’s

i always get asked about my personal faves in fashion and beauty

and what items i use on a day-to-day basis. since we’re quickly

approaching winter, i thought i would give a rundown of my go-to

items for the cold season.

Malin+Goetz Mojito lip balm:if you’re constantly looking for lip hydration without having to reapply

40 times per day, this is going to save you! not to mention, it’s mo-

jito flavoured, so it’s minty fresh. snag yours from smith & best Float

studio on Cornwall street in Regina. bonus: it’s got a slight shine to it

so it’s perfect to wear under/over your fave lip color.

The slouchy Toque:Whether it’s for warmth or just because your hair should have

been washed yesterday, the slouchy toque sits frequently atop my

head throughout winter. This season i love the olive green tone so i

snagged one to go with all of my fall colors. bonus: Add a brooch

to the hemline for an added personal touch.

boot socks:not only are these fashionable, they’re also super cozy and perfect

for our snowy season. i have both the longer/knee high boot socks

and the lower/ankle height boot socks and wear them equally as

much. bonus: under the knee boots and boot socks add volume to

the bottom half of the body and can help balance out hips.

bold lips: stare-at-me lip colors are being seen in the fashion world tons this

fall/winter season. My good pal, sara lindsay (who just so happens

to have her column next to mine in this fabulous magazine) recom-

mended the perfect red by ellis Faas. if you’re in need of a new lip

color for fall, stop in to her studio on Hill Avenue in Regina and she

will get the perfect shade for you! bonus: you can blend the darker

fall tones with lighter shades to take them into the spring!


Picking Your New Style For Winter By Joy Amistad from Visions Salon and Spa, Saskatoon

Joy Amistad is a passionate hairstylist who originated in Vancouver and has continued to develop her talent by further training not only in Vancouver, but as well as Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, Miami and is now residing in Saskatoon. Her extended training has furthered her knowledge in precision cuts, hair colours and up styling. Hair is a fashion industry that is continually changing and growing; she truly values the importance of continually upgrading and enhancing her skills. She doesn’t believe hair dressing is just a job, it’s her passion. Joy is a stylist at Visions Salon and Spa in Saskatoon.

Looking for a fresh hairdo for winter but unsure what would suit you and your face shape? Here are some guidelines to think about when choosing your new style.

If you wear your hair straight:

A long face with a one length hair style does not work well together. This will elongate your face and pull down your features. Instead, consider a bob, lob (long bob) or hairstyle with facial framing layers. These styles will frame your face beautifully, adding lift and movement without weighing you down.

If you have a round or square face, you can rock a one length style better. A lack of layers will visibly slim down ones face. If you have a square face, a fuller wide bang will compliment you beautifully.

If you wear your hair wavy:

Waves are almost uniformly flattering. The trick is to figure out how bouncy or loose to wear them. Thinner faces benefit from ample curls, while round ones look better with looser waves. If your face is square, bobs with a deep side part or longer asymmetrical sides will soften sharp angles. For longer faces, strategically place waves near your eyes or cheekbones to add width.

If you wear your hair curly:

If you have an oval or long face shape, choose layers concentrated around cheeks to add fullness. If your face is more square ask your hairstylist for layers from mid ear down

to add softness around jaw. A side part will cut any type of ‘boxiness’.

If you love your hair cut and need some sort of change, incorporate multi tones in your hair. Not only will this make you look younger, it will add depth, drama and movement to your hair style. The days of streaky, chunky, obvious highlights are gone. Ask your hairstylist for subtle highlights and lowlights of warm tones to recharge your look.

Happy holidays and more importantly happy hair days!

Hazelnut Praline Torte

Layered white and chocolate sponge with a hazelnut praline buttercream and milk chocolate shavings.

2705 Quance Street East, Regina SK(306) 779-2253 • www.lemacaronregina.com

Trino’s has both casual and formal wear. Be sure to LIKE us on FACEBOOK to see the latest arrivals! Ask about our existing customer database. Perfect for Holiday Shopping!

FORWARD moving Fashion

2445 Quance Street East, Regina SK (306) 522-4667 • www.trinosmenswear.com

Brand new to Regina! We offer technical, versatile, feminine fashion apparel for active urban women. We promote well being through a fun and healthy lifestyle. Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/lolewomen

#3 425 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK (306) 757-5653 • www.lolewomen.com

Inspiring women to move everyday is something we take to heart. Ask us about our free event schedule.

Urbane EQ3 is Regina’s destination for modern, affordable home furnishings. Check out our custom order upholstery including new fabrics from Swedish design house Marimekko.

Photo: Stella sofa shown in Dazzle Tropic

1325 Broad Street, Regina SK(306) 779-0119 • www.urbane.ca


Hazelnut Praline Torte

Layered white and chocolate sponge with a hazelnut praline buttercream and milk chocolate shavings.

2705 Quance Street East, Regina SK(306) 779-2253 • www.lemacaronregina.com

Trino’s has both casual and formal wear. Be sure to LIKE us on FACEBOOK to see the latest arrivals! Ask about our existing customer database. Perfect for Holiday Shopping!

FORWARD moving Fashion

2445 Quance Street East, Regina SK (306) 522-4667 • www.trinosmenswear.com

Brand new to Regina! We offer technical, versatile, feminine fashion apparel for active urban women. We promote well being through a fun and healthy lifestyle. Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/lolewomen

#3 425 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK (306) 757-5653 • www.lolewomen.com

Inspiring women to move everyday is something we take to heart. Ask us about our free event schedule.

Urbane EQ3 is Regina’s destination for modern, affordable home furnishings. Check out our custom order upholstery including new fabrics from Swedish design house Marimekko.

Photo: Stella sofa shown in Dazzle Tropic

1325 Broad Street, Regina SK(306) 779-0119 • www.urbane.ca


I have a secret……promise not to tell? Guess what? The first text I received after my first Real Estate 101 column was from

a MAN! OK…Pinkie promise, (no pun intended) you won’t tell or say anything. Was I surprised? YES! I was also very flattered, as this fellow is a very successful business man in Regina. He has made most of his money through rental houses or investment homes. Needless to say, I welcomed the feedback and thought I would share with you that men want to know what us women are up to!!!

So, I thought I should pick up on the theme of last month’s col-umn, rental/investment homes, and let you know that you don’t have to do it alone! There are property management companies that will interview tenants, collect rent, fix things etc. So, this can be as “hands on” as you want it to be.

Modular Systems Gain Popularity...

I thought I would start off with a few terms which may be confus-ing. There are new types of homes gaining in popularity called modular homes or modular construction. They are also called modular systems. Do you know what this means? These struc-

tures can be in the form of a bungalow, a two storey or in Regina; we have some multi-family (apartment) condos being built this way. This is different from Ready to Move (RTM) houses or Stick Built houses (traditional on-site) builds.

Modular systems are built indoors in a factory and shipped to the site where they are assem-bled with a crane. Where the seams meet, they are patched and connected together. These are gaining popularity as they are very cost-effective. There is also little wait-time for your new home. Make sure the company/represen-tatives are experienced and be sure to ask for

references if you go this route (as you should with any builder or representative).

RTM homes are Ready to Move homes. Many lumber sales cen-ters will build on their site homes you can preview and tour. Then they will build your home on their site and then move it to the site you want to put your home. You will need to get the base-ment ready (or have contractors do this). The RTM home is then placed on the basement. This is popular in smaller towns or

farms where there is a lot of space.

Stick –built homes are your traditional homes built on –site by a home builder.

That is all for now and I hope you learned something. If you have any questions, I will do my best to answer them. Send me an email. These opinions are my own and are how I understand the terminology through my own experiences.

Signing off for now, remember…live your dream!

“Modular homes are gaining popularity as they are more cost-effective in some cases. There is also little wait-time for your new home.”

By CharMaine Luscombe, B.A, B.EdBroker, Commercial, Farm, Residential Agent

Homelife Prairie Realty

Tel. (306) 535 3948

[email protected]

www.CharmaineRealty.com

REAL ESTATE 101


I have a secret……promise not to tell? Guess what? The first text I received after my first Real Estate 101 column was from

a MAN! OK…Pinkie promise, (no pun intended) you won’t tell or say anything. Was I surprised? YES! I was also very flattered, as this fellow is a very successful business man in Regina. He has made most of his money through rental houses or investment homes. Needless to say, I welcomed the feedback and thought I would share with you that men want to know what us women are up to!!!

So, I thought I should pick up on the theme of last month’s col-umn, rental/investment homes, and let you know that you don’t have to do it alone! There are property management companies that will interview tenants, collect rent, fix things etc. So, this can be as “hands on” as you want it to be.

Modular Systems Gain Popularity...

I thought I would start off with a few terms which may be confus-ing. There are new types of homes gaining in popularity called modular homes or modular construction. They are also called modular systems. Do you know what this means? These struc-

tures can be in the form of a bungalow, a two storey or in Regina; we have some multi-family (apartment) condos being built this way. This is different from Ready to Move (RTM) houses or Stick Built houses (traditional on-site) builds.

Modular systems are built indoors in a factory and shipped to the site where they are assem-bled with a crane. Where the seams meet, they are patched and connected together. These are gaining popularity as they are very cost-effective. There is also little wait-time for your new home. Make sure the company/represen-tatives are experienced and be sure to ask for

references if you go this route (as you should with any builder or representative).

RTM homes are Ready to Move homes. Many lumber sales cen-ters will build on their site homes you can preview and tour. Then they will build your home on their site and then move it to the site you want to put your home. You will need to get the base-ment ready (or have contractors do this). The RTM home is then placed on the basement. This is popular in smaller towns or

farms where there is a lot of space.

Stick –built homes are your traditional homes built on –site by a home builder.

That is all for now and I hope you learned something. If you have any questions, I will do my best to answer them. Send me an email. These opinions are my own and are how I understand the terminology through my own experiences.

Signing off for now, remember…live your dream!

“Modular homes are gaining popularity as they are more cost-effective in some cases. There is also little wait-time for your new home.”

By CharMaine Luscombe, B.A, B.EdBroker, Commercial, Farm, Residential Agent

Homelife Prairie Realty

Tel. (306) 535 3948

[email protected]

www.CharmaineRealty.com

REAL ESTATE 101 Modular-Built and RTM homes.

10 years experience | 100% canaDian BUiLT

Hwy # 1 East Moose Jaw, Sk. • Phone: 306.694.5455 • Toll Free: 1.877.380.2822 w w w. d u f f e r i n h o m e s . c a

All of our homes are manufactured 100% indoors from start to finish to ensure superior quality.

qUaLiTy | experience | inTegriTy

rememBer: Before you buy, be sure to research your product and your dealer, otherwise, you just never know what you’re gonna get!

Arriving by Mid-November: Beautiful, spacious 1624 Sq. Ft. Grandeur RTM for sale! This elegant home features 9 foot walls with a 5/12 exterior roof pitch and 8’ wall studs for extra warmth. This open concept home has a walk-in pantry and island in the kitchen complete with Stainless Steel appliances. Main floor laundry, spacious foyer, garden doors off master bedroom, tiled shower in en-suite, roughed-in central vac and many more options are offered in this house. Book your appointment to view this home today!

LIVING BATH KITCHEN

READY TO MOVE

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Grandeur RTMis one of many great homes we have ready for you! call us today

DESIGNMATTERSDETAILSMATTER

g j C o n s t r u c t sH O U S E O F D E S I G N

Added Reading• BLOGDesignMattersDetailsMatter:

gjconstructs.wordpress.com• Facebook:Search“gjConstructs”• Home:gjconstructs.weebly.com• LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/gjconstructs• Houzz:houzz.com/pro/garyweisbrodt

Contact306 [email protected]

PICK & CHOOSE YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL OPTIONS

HOUSE PLANS © Gary Weisbrodt

What Dreams Are Made OfIf you are like most people, you want a comfortable place to live, one that fits your

tastes as well as your pocketbook. All of gjConstructs custom home designs prove that style and good planning make your home economical to build, affordable to live in and a joy now and in the years to come.

A Wonderful World of BeautyIn your gjConstructs home, you live in a world of beauty… beauty that is achieved by grace

and line, skillful combining of materials and harmonious blending of colours. “Simple Elegance” is the expression used by your friends in describing first impressions of a gjConstructs design.

A Wonderful World o f LuxuryLuxury and good taste are brought within your financial reach through gjConstructs

design, construction techniques and buying power. Elegant master bedroom—dressing room—bathroom suites; extra room for hobbies, guests, homework; abundant storage … and many many more features…in the Wonderful World of gjConstructs.

A Wonderful World Of ConvenienceLive your New Way of Life surrounded by every convenience imaginable! The care-

fully developed gjConstructs floor plans create more usable living space, inside and out, than is offered in any other home! Step-saving, work-saving space-arra ngement construction and material innovations and the latest built-in appliances add time to your day and years to your life.

Plan 302CCM Cape Cod ModernDesigned for an active, vibrant, young family with school-going

children and four footed pets. Who needs a step machine when you have multiple levels in your home? This two and a half story 1952 square foot with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one powder room open modern design and attached single car garage fits on a 46 foot wide lot. A 52 foot lot would accommodate a double car garage.

Cape Cod—originated in New England in the late 17th century. Features distinguishing a cape cod include steep roofs with side gables allowing for additional living space; symmetrical appearance with door in centre; centre hall design; hardwood floors and little exterior ornamentation.

We give you the porch, a long missing benefit in cold and hot climates alike. A much needed buffer zone that contributes to keep-ing your inner living spaces comfortable and your heating dollars in your pocket.

A well sized mudroom greets active children and guests alike. Coat storage is separated from back packs and seasonal sports equipment. The adjacent powder room is convenient for guests and clean-up of your furred pets. When the space is a bit messy you just close it off with the sliding door. A space that when carefully designed for your families size, needs and habits works for you day-in-and-day-out.

From the world’s most ef-ficient, most beautiful kitchen, you serve meals directly to the dining area or patio. Designed with you and your family’s needs in mind your kitchen comes with just the right complement of modern appliances to fit your cooking and entertaining style. Extra space between the kitchen work surfaces make room for not one

We have taken up the role ofmodernizingtheCaliforniaMod-

ern, Cape Code, Craftsman, Saltbox,American Foursquare and Modernarchitectural styles, and promotinganappealingaffordablelivingoptionformiddle-classfamilies.Ratherthanreproducingtraditionalhomes,gjCon-structsrefiguresthedesigntoincludemodern amenities to address yourdemands for increased privacy anduptodatetechnology.Simplicity, functionality and livabilityremain prevalent features of Gary’supdateddesigns.

but two or more chefs working together. The morning ritual of breakfast and lunch making is a snap given the added space.

Your open plan Family, Hearth and TV room, with its dramatic fireplace, is the show room of your gjConstructs de-sign. Matching windows present an ever-changing mural—pro-vided by nature! You have no trouble making room for

the largest of dining tables. A single open area, the combined dining and family rooms puts the emphasis on your families togetherness.

For added privacy, two teen-age sized second floor bed-rooms are completely separate from main floor living areas. The children and/or over night guests have their own enter-tainment area and access to a

private deck over the garage. Homework, play, study or just reading and relaxing is all self contained on the second floor.

The third level provides the ultimate getaway from the everyday routin es and trials of your day. The master bedroom suite has its own private bath, vanity, dressing room and front/back views.

If you are fortunate enough have a lot that slopes to the rear, you could build a walkout-type of basement and increase your living area by almost 25%. The location of the basement stairs ensures that this bonus living space fits naturally into the overall home’s design.

© Gary Weisbrodt

AreaMainFloor- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 716sf.SecondFloor - - - - - - - - - - - - - 716sf.HalfFloor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 520sf.Total - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1952sf

Optional AreasEnclosedPorch- - - - - - - - - - - - - 48sf.

Lot RequirementsFitsona46footwidelot

PINK Spread Template.indd 10-11 2013-09-26 11:29 AM


Regina’s FavouRite Maid seRvice scheduled Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly & one time cleaning

Move outs gift certificates WcB

carpet cleaning Friendly, experienced staff

office cleaning competitive Rates

open 7 days a Week 8am - 9pm

greatsaskatchewanwomenstories

Do you know someone with a story worth

sharing? Please email us today.

Pink Magazine is always looking to

feature great Saskatchewan women

that are making a difference.

in [email protected]


Taylor DeVos

By Jessica Reimer

‘We Day’ is an educational event meant to empower youth to become active local and global citizens. The movement got its beginning in 2007 and events are now hosted annually in major cities throughout the United States and Canada.

On November 6, Saskatoon will host its 2nd annual ‘We Day’ at the Credit Union Centre. Among the event’s attendees will be local activist and fundraiser extraordinaire, Taylor DeVos. Taylor will have the honour of giving a two-minute speech before thou-sands of her peers about her experiences as an advocate for social change.

“I’m excited and nervous at the same time,” said Taylor. “I’m going to talk to everyone about setting goals. I hope to inspire them.”

It is no surprise that Taylor was selected as a youth ambassador for an event founded on the principles of passion, volunteerism and perseverance. At only twelve years old, this Porcupine Plain resident already embodies each of these qualities in great mea-sure. She is the founder of ‘1 Kid Making a Difference,’ a multi-faceted fundraising campaign whose goal is to work alongside World Vision to build a school overseas in a developing nation. Taylor committed to a goal of fundraising $15,000 in two years or less. With only a few months remaining, she currently sits at approximately 85% of that goal.

When asked how she felt about the wide support network made up family, friends, community members and even complete strangers, Taylor’s response was short and sweet.

“It’s really cool!” she exclaimed with a broad smile.

Taylor’s excitement and enthusiasm have garnered significant attention. Not only has World Vision featured her, but Saskatch-ewan Premier Brad Wall and renowned comedian Brent Butt have also formally recognized her impressive accomplishments. At the head of Taylor’s long line of supporters, though, are her parents.

“She is a truly inspiring young woman,” said Taylor mother, Cora. “It is so easy for us to become caught up in our own worlds but Taylor’s work puts into perspective the importance of thinking about people other than ourselves.”

According to Cora, Taylor’s commitment to helping others start-ed at the age of nine when she was deeply impacted by a World Vision commercial.

“Suddenly Taylor was hooked,” said Cora. “She used to look for-ward to Sundays so she could watch those commercials three times over! She insisted that all she wanted for her 10th birthday was to sponsor a child, so naturally that’s exactly what her father and I did.”

Taylor was drawn to Mesline, a beautiful nine-year-old Haitian girl. Now, two years later, the two continue to correspond on a regular basis.

“I try to write to [Mesline] as much as I can. I like to include little gifts too,” said Taylor. “Once we sent her a pin with her photo on it. I think she looks very pretty.”

After being exposed to the World Vision campaign, Taylor stated that her desire to create change was instant. From this, ‘1 Kid Making a Difference’ was born.

“I saw how other people lived and it made me think about how much I have and how much they don’t,” she explained. “I want-ed to change that because I think everyone should feel the way I feel. I am very lucky and very grateful.”

Her decision to fundraise towards building a school in a third-world country came while reviewing a World Vision catalogue. This choice was further cemented through one of her own school experiences.

“[Porcupine Plain] just got a brand new school and I remember being really excited when I walked in there on my first day. It felt awesome, and I think everyone should experience that!”

In order to make her dream a reality, Taylor and Cora have spear-headed numerous fundraising efforts in and around Porcupine Plain. Among them is the ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow, a commu-nity event scheduled each year for the Mother’s Day weekend.

The tradeshow event features services from over 30 local ven-dors that include estheticians, Tarot card readers, masseuses and even professional photography by Cora, business owner and operator of Little Inuk Photography. Now in its second year, the ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow has become a highly anticipated community event, attracting hundreds of men, women and chil-dren from Porcupine Plain and surrounding areas each year.

“The ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow is something Taylor and I really enjoy doing together,” said Cora. “What better day to hold the event than on Mother’s Day, a day that’s all about family!”

Over the next few weeks, the two will commence selling home-made Christmas wreaths for the upcoming holiday season. De-tails will be available through Taylor’s fundraising webpage.

“Every dollar counts,” said Cora. The DeVos’ have been over-whelmed by the financial and emotional support from people around Saskatchewan, across Canada and even internationally.

When asked the time-tested and often daunting question of ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’, Taylor provided a very diplomatic response.

“It changes every day but I know that I want to work at a job where I get to travel and help people, no matter what. That’s what I want to do: help people.”

Taylor closed the interview by sharing two simple principles she believes account for her successes so far.

“It’s all about following your dreams and being yourself,” she said. Taylor hopes her journey will serve as a positive example of the pay-off of hard work and determination.

Congratulations Taylor on all your hard work and persistence! To learn more about ‘1 Kid Making a Difference’ or to assist Taylor in meeting her $15,000 goal, please visit her website at http://www.1kidmakingadifference.com/ or follow her on Twitter at @1kiddifference.

EvEryday

HEro


Taylor DeVos

By Jessica Reimer

‘We Day’ is an educational event meant to empower youth to become active local and global citizens. The movement got its beginning in 2007 and events are now hosted annually in major cities throughout the United States and Canada.

On November 6, Saskatoon will host its 2nd annual ‘We Day’ at the Credit Union Centre. Among the event’s attendees will be local activist and fundraiser extraordinaire, Taylor DeVos. Taylor will have the honour of giving a two-minute speech before thou-sands of her peers about her experiences as an advocate for social change.

“I’m excited and nervous at the same time,” said Taylor. “I’m going to talk to everyone about setting goals. I hope to inspire them.”

It is no surprise that Taylor was selected as a youth ambassador for an event founded on the principles of passion, volunteerism and perseverance. At only twelve years old, this Porcupine Plain resident already embodies each of these qualities in great mea-sure. She is the founder of ‘1 Kid Making a Difference,’ a multi-faceted fundraising campaign whose goal is to work alongside World Vision to build a school overseas in a developing nation. Taylor committed to a goal of fundraising $15,000 in two years or less. With only a few months remaining, she currently sits at approximately 85% of that goal.

When asked how she felt about the wide support network made up family, friends, community members and even complete strangers, Taylor’s response was short and sweet.

“It’s really cool!” she exclaimed with a broad smile.

Taylor’s excitement and enthusiasm have garnered significant attention. Not only has World Vision featured her, but Saskatch-ewan Premier Brad Wall and renowned comedian Brent Butt have also formally recognized her impressive accomplishments. At the head of Taylor’s long line of supporters, though, are her parents.

“She is a truly inspiring young woman,” said Taylor mother, Cora. “It is so easy for us to become caught up in our own worlds but Taylor’s work puts into perspective the importance of thinking about people other than ourselves.”

According to Cora, Taylor’s commitment to helping others start-ed at the age of nine when she was deeply impacted by a World Vision commercial.

“Suddenly Taylor was hooked,” said Cora. “She used to look for-ward to Sundays so she could watch those commercials three times over! She insisted that all she wanted for her 10th birthday was to sponsor a child, so naturally that’s exactly what her father and I did.”

Taylor was drawn to Mesline, a beautiful nine-year-old Haitian girl. Now, two years later, the two continue to correspond on a regular basis.

“I try to write to [Mesline] as much as I can. I like to include little gifts too,” said Taylor. “Once we sent her a pin with her photo on it. I think she looks very pretty.”

After being exposed to the World Vision campaign, Taylor stated that her desire to create change was instant. From this, ‘1 Kid Making a Difference’ was born.

“I saw how other people lived and it made me think about how much I have and how much they don’t,” she explained. “I want-ed to change that because I think everyone should feel the way I feel. I am very lucky and very grateful.”

Her decision to fundraise towards building a school in a third-world country came while reviewing a World Vision catalogue. This choice was further cemented through one of her own school experiences.

“[Porcupine Plain] just got a brand new school and I remember being really excited when I walked in there on my first day. It felt awesome, and I think everyone should experience that!”

In order to make her dream a reality, Taylor and Cora have spear-headed numerous fundraising efforts in and around Porcupine Plain. Among them is the ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow, a commu-nity event scheduled each year for the Mother’s Day weekend.

The tradeshow event features services from over 30 local ven-dors that include estheticians, Tarot card readers, masseuses and even professional photography by Cora, business owner and operator of Little Inuk Photography. Now in its second year, the ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow has become a highly anticipated community event, attracting hundreds of men, women and chil-dren from Porcupine Plain and surrounding areas each year.

“The ‘Girls Day Out’ tradeshow is something Taylor and I really enjoy doing together,” said Cora. “What better day to hold the event than on Mother’s Day, a day that’s all about family!”

Over the next few weeks, the two will commence selling home-made Christmas wreaths for the upcoming holiday season. De-tails will be available through Taylor’s fundraising webpage.

“Every dollar counts,” said Cora. The DeVos’ have been over-whelmed by the financial and emotional support from people around Saskatchewan, across Canada and even internationally.

When asked the time-tested and often daunting question of ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’, Taylor provided a very diplomatic response.

“It changes every day but I know that I want to work at a job where I get to travel and help people, no matter what. That’s what I want to do: help people.”

Taylor closed the interview by sharing two simple principles she believes account for her successes so far.

“It’s all about following your dreams and being yourself,” she said. Taylor hopes her journey will serve as a positive example of the pay-off of hard work and determination.

Congratulations Taylor on all your hard work and persistence! To learn more about ‘1 Kid Making a Difference’ or to assist Taylor in meeting her $15,000 goal, please visit her website at http://www.1kidmakingadifference.com/ or follow her on Twitter at @1kiddifference.

EvEryday

HEro

Benefits of a Vacuum master saunaDetoxify - sweat 2-3 times more than traditional sauna • Weight loss and control • Relieve chronic pain includ-

ing arthritis and fibermyalgia • Stress Relief - rebalances your body’s hormones • Improves flexibility • Improves

skin conditions • Improves immune system • Improves heart health

features:Plugs into regular power 15 amp breaker • No venting or exhausting • Lifetime warranteed low EMF emitters •AM/FM stereo mp3 plugin • Coloured light chromo-

therapy • Canadian Hemlock 25% thicker than industry • Pennies per session to operate

Vacuum Master - 306.543.7544375 Broad St at 2nd Ave N. Regina, Sk.

Your own personal far infrared sauna

Where the Healing Begins

in sto

cK

anD on D

isPLa

Y

Merry Christmas! It’s a glittery Cindy-Rella fashion this year! Kits available! 3847 Sherwood Dr., Regina, SK (306) 585-2227 [email protected] www.sewcindy-rella.com

Cindy-Rella’s


Because What Man Doesn’t Love Bacon? Makes 2 Dozen Cookies

2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon maple extract 1/3 cup chopped cooked bacon 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.

2. Beat together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Add one egg; beat until blended into the butter mixture. Add the remaining egg, vanilla extract, and maple extract; beat until well blended and slightly fluffy. Stir in the flour mixture a little at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in the bacon and chocolate chips. Scoop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets.

3. Bake in the preheated oven until edges turn golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven, and cool on a wire rack.

Maple-Bacon Chocolate Chip

Cookies

Makes 2 Cakes

1 (18.25 ounce) pkg devil’s food cake mix 1 (5.9 ounce) pkg instant chocolate pudding mix 1 cup sour cream 1 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs 1/2 cup warm water 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 cups prepared chocolate frostingDirections:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. In a large bowl, mix together the cake and pudding mixes, sour cream, oil, beaten eggs and water. Stir in the chocolate chips and pour batter into 2 large, well greased round pans, filling only halfway.

3. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until top is springy to the touch and a wooden toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cakes thoroughly in pan at least an hour and a half before inverting onto a plate. Cut a symmetrical curve in the middle of the cake for the mustache. (See image below) Place sections side by side to form a “mustache”

4. Frost cakes with chocolate frosting.

Moustache Shaped Cake

Makes 16 Cupcakes

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup milk 3 cups, divided prepared white frosting blue sprinkles 16 chocolate moustaches

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin pan with paper or foil liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa and salt. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk; beat well. Fill the muffin cups 3/4 full.

3. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

4. Frost cupcakes with 2 cups of the white frosting. Sprinkle blue sprinkles each cupcake. Place one chocolate moustache on each cupcake. (See recipe for Chocolate Moustaches)

MoustacheCupcakes

You will need:

A moustache lollipop mold Chocolate moulding wafers Lollipop sticks

Directions:

1. Melt chocolate in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds at time, stirring after each 30 second interval, until chocolate is melted and smooth.

2. Pour melted chocolate into mold, filling 1/2 full. Tap mold gently on surface to remove air bubbles. Place lollipop stick in mold cavity and turn to evenly coat stick with chocolate. Place in freezer or refrigerate until chocolate is firm.

3. Turn mold over onto flat surface and gently twist to release lollipops. Enjoy!

Chocolate Moustaches

Help Support Men’s Health by Making These Fun Recipes!

Go to http://ca.movember.com/ for more information on Movember.

MOVEMBER RECIPES

Makes 10 Tarts

5 slices bacon 1 (8 ounce) pkg cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons milk 2 eggs 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons chopped green onion 1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated flaky biscuit dough

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease 10 muffin cups.

2. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until crisp and evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.

3. Place the cream cheese, milk, and eggs in a medium bowl, and beat until smooth with an electric mixer set on Low. Stir in Swiss cheese and green onion, and set aside.

4. Separate dough into 10 biscuits. Press into the bottom and sides of each muffin cup, forming 1/4 inch rims. Sprinkle half of the bacon into the bottoms of the dough-lined muffin cups. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into each cup.

5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until filling is set and rims of the tarts are golden brown. Sprinkle with the remaining bacon, and lightly press into the filling. Remove from pan, and serve warm.

Bacon Quiche Tarts

MOVEMBER CHANGING THE FACE OF MEN’SHEALTH


Lorrie Dobni by Lee Parent

In the SpotlightRegina TRades and skills CenTReBy Gail Jansen-Kesslar

Once upon a time, trades and skill-based training and associ-ated jobs were once fields that catered solely to men. But those days have gone. as saskatchewan’s economy continues to grow and create a greater demand for skilled workers, women are realizing that jobs in the trades industry have the potential to open doors they never thought to crack; offering up a new lease on life at whatever stage they find themselves at.

Helping women make the transition into trades is an industry-led program offerred by the Regina Trades and skills Centre. The program bases their intake for both men and women on merit rather than gender.

The program has jobs waiting for successful graduates at the end of an eight to twelve week course. it’s a win-win for those who are thinking of getting into a trade and are looking for a taste of what it would be like.

How do those who take part in the training know that a job will be waiting? Because it’s the employers themselves that have asked for the courses they offer. and, currently all of the courses offerred have less people in them than what industry demands.

Meeting regularly with their industry advisory committee, Regina Trades and skills Centre listens and learns where industry need is at it’s greatest. They then respond by offering courses that will give people the foot in the door they need to be successful.

Courses include: introduction to general Carpentry, introduc-tion to the electrical industry, Residential Roofing, Hardwood/laminate Flooring, Culinary arts, introduction to Plumbing, Floor Covering installer, steel studs and drywall, Basic scalfolding, Basic Welding and Cutting, Commercial Roofing, Framing, Cus-tomer service Representative and even Painting.

students gain the necessary skills which will allow them to finish a course on a Friday and walk onto a job site Monday, complete with all the safety training, terminology and knowledge that will allow them to perform the basic work required. Once hired the employer can then develop those skills further for the needs of a particular job within their company.

Currently only 3% of trades people in saskatchewan are female, yet the Centre’s percentage of successful female graduates cur-rently sits at 25%, running at about eight times the provincial aver-age. This proves times are changing and women are integrating themselves into the industry. The statistic also speaks to how ded-icated women are once they’ve made up their minds to pursue a trade, no matter whether they are in their 20’s, 30’s or 40’s. Once focused, women seem to excel in all of the Centre’s courses.

The other benefit to women who undergo basic trades training is the ability it gives them to break the “Catch 22” cycle that often

exists when trying to break into a trade. Often times you have to first be working in the industry before you can apply to become an apprentice in it, yet it’s difficult to break into the industry with-out experience.

By working through the Regina Trades and skills Centre, gradu-ates not only have the ability to work in the industry and then ap-ply for apprenticeship, but the 180 to 320 hours of training they undertake depending on their program, are also recognized by the saskatchewan apprenticeship and Trade Certification Com-mission Commision and counts towards their first year of ap-prenticeship.

For women who’ve thought about starting life over or who have been thinking of getting into the trades now might just be one of the best times to make the leap.

IN thespotlIght

For women who’ve thought about starting life over or who have been thinking of getting into the trades, now might just be one of the best times to make the leap.

Our Courses include:Introduction to General CarpentryIntroduction to the Electrical IndustryResidential RoofingHardwood/Laminate FlooringCulinary ArtsIntroduction to PlumbingFloor Covering InstallerSteel Studs and DrywallBasic ScalfoldingBasic Welding and CuttingCommercial RoofingFramingCustomer Service RepresentativePainting

Contact us today:1275 Albert Street, Regina, SKCall 306.337.0533Fax 306.584.0787 Email [email protected]


If you have a mortgage

you may have been of-

fered “mortgage insur-

ance” from your creditor

when you opened or re-

newed your mortgage,

but is this the most ef-

ficient and cost-effective way to protect your asset?

Typical mortgage lender insurance:

• Is limited to the outstanding mortgage balance. In

other words, as you pay down your mortgage, your

insurancecoveragedecreases(althoughyourpremi-

ums don’t) and once you pay off your mortgage, you

nolongerhaveanyinsurance.

• Is not portable. If you change banks or get a new

mortgage,theinsurancedoesn’tgowithyou.

• Isnotflexible.Thecreditoristheonlybeneficiaryand

theonlyuseof theproceeds is topayoff themort-

gage.

•Underwrittenpost-claim. Thismeans that the insur-

ance carrier decides after your death if your health

actuallyqualifiesyou for insuranceeven thoughyou

havebeenpayingpremiumsallalong.

If you choose to purchase a personal term life in-

surance policy through a licensed insurance advi-

sor, your insurance policy:

• Is a level, not decreasing, benefit with guaranteed

premiumsforthetermofthepolicy.

• Ispractical.Aslongasyourpayyourpremiums,your

policyremainsinforce.

• Isflexible.Youcannameanyoneasyourbeneficiary.

Thedeathbenefitcanbeusedtopayoffoutstanding

debt or the beneficiary can use the proceeds in other

ways.

• Isunder-writtenwhenyouapplyforcoverage.

• Isconvertible.Youcanoftenconvertyourtermpolicy

toapermanentpolicywithinacertaintimeframe.

Rather than buying mortgage insurance and focusing

solelyonthatneedtakeaholisticapproachandconsid-

erallofthefinancialrequirements(replaceyourincome,

payforchildren’seducation,planforretirement)ofyour

dependents/survivorsintheeventofyourdeath.

Often individuals think that due to their health or life-

style, they won’t qualify for personal insurance. This

isn’t necessarily the case as there are many options

availabletosuituniqueordifficultsituations.

Speaktoaqualifiedinsuranceprofessionalbeforemak-

ing any changes or decisions regarding your current in-

surancecoverage.Hecanreviewyourcurrentbenefits

andspecificinsuranceneedstohelpyoudeterminethe

optionsthatarebestsuitedforyoursituation.

Gisele Gherasim, CFP, FDS

2300 Smith Street, Regina, SK S4P 2P6

Phone:306.337.4500|Toll-Free:1-866-317-4500

Fax:306.337.4505

Email:[email protected]

www.brothersandco.ca

Mortgage Insurance – Consider the FactsBy–GiseleGherasim,CFP,FDS

MutualFundsprovidedthroughFundEXInvestmentsInc.


Regina’s newest PRemieR women’s Fashion Destination

R i v e R v i e w P l a z a

3221 Quance Street eaSt regina | 306.543.2013

ReaDY. set.

shoP!

Have you ever had the chance to explore Quebec? If you find yourself in the province, plan for a pit stop in the Outaouais (OOH–TA–WAY) Region. Where the heck is that you ask? This region of western Quebec is located on the north side of the Ot-tawa River opposite Canada’s capital – so, right near Gatineau and Ottawa.

People who live in the region pride themselves on living ac-tive, outdoor lifestyles and it’s easy to see why. Parks are ev-erywhere. Most hotels have park access across the street and in the winter, offer cross-country skiing from their front doors! Equipped with artisan’s offerings, boutique shops, some of the country’s best spas, cabin chic to luxury hotels, and activities galore. It’s the perfect place for a fulfilling getaway!

Here is what 48 hours in Outaouais could look like!

Day 1– A day of fresh air and healthy choices

9 a.m. Start your day finding your balance atop the trees. The Arbraska Laflèche – Cave and Aerial Park offers a fun and chal-lenging aerial park and zip line course that will leave you wanting more. And if you are the brave type and seem to be ok in small spaces, be sure to explore the largest cave on the vast Cana-dian Shield also located within the park. TIP – Autumn is a great time to go as the forest colours are incredible.

Noon: You will be hungry from all that fresh air and activity so swing by the intimate (and cleverly named) Café Soup’Herbe. There you will enjoy healthy and freshly prepared meals that will keep you going strong into the afternoon.

2 p.m. A truly unique experience,Timberland Tours will ensure you enjoy a whirlwind ride behind a team of racing dogs. Think dog sledding but on dry land and standing up. Meet the dogs (a unique mix of Alaskan husky, pointer and greyhound), take a spin and stay to hear owner, Denis Rozen explain the intriguing history behind this unique attraction and sport.

5:30 p.m. By this time you have earned some r & r. The Wake-field Mill offers wonderful culinary options, renowned spa ser-vices, (voted 2013’s Most Romantic Spa) cozy lodgings and a waterfall in its backyard! TIP – Comfortable with food adven-ture? Try the Discovery Menu!

Day 2 – Treat yourself to more rich adventure and a dash of luxury

9 a.m. If you like apples (or cider!) a visit to Coronation Hall Cider Mills is in order. Tour the cider mill, eat some tasty apple treats and stock up on cider.

10:30 a.m. If you are an animal lover, you must head to Parc Omega. The park sits on 1008 acres and is home to animals found in the prairies, forest, mountain, lake and boreal regions. Bison, wolves and bears oh my! TIP – Buy carrots at the park entry and explore from the comfort of your car.

12:30 p.m. Artistry is alive and well in Outaouais. Visit Choco

Motive for a delectable lunch and ask the chef about fair trade chocolate. If you need more reason to visit, they have sand-wiches with chocolate in them.

TIP – It’s the perfect place to stock up on chocolate goodies to bring back as presents.

2 p.m. Think you know nature? Put your skills to test with a visit to Éco-Odyssee, a one of a kind maze through marsh water! Armed with a compass, paddleboat and a quiz, see how you fare with your knowledge of the outdoors (and of steering).

6 p.m. If you can afford to, splurge a bit. Make a stay happen at the luxurious, yet rustic Fairmont Le Château Montebello. The world’s largest log cabin is simply the best in the region boast-ing fine dining, incredible spa services, an amazing view and expansive grounds to explore. It’s a fit for any type of holiday from a family vacation to a girl’s getaway.

48 hours in... outaouais, Quebec! By Jenn Smith-Nelson


Tammy Pool

Independent Presenter

No makeup One coat regular mascara

One coat 3D Fiber Lashes

Two coats 3D Fiber Lashes

Home: (306)-789-6933 • Cell: (306)-591-1241 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.YouniqueProducts.com/TammyPool

Younique specializes in organic, all-natural, mineral-based cosmetics that are free of parabens, oils, synthetic fragrances, and cheap fillers.

3d Fiber Eyelashes $35 CAN

Add up to 300% volumeEasily washes off with warm water.

3121 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina, SK S4T 1H6 • P: (306) 352 6044 • F. (306) 359 7425Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30AM to 5:30PM


My husband and I just celebrated our third wedding anniversary and we thought it would be fun to travel back to the city we were married in, Las Vegas. Although both of us have been to Las Vegas multiple times, this trip would be much different be-cause we were bringing our 2 year old son with us. A toddler in Las Vegas? Were we crazy? We knew there were a lot of family-friendly attractions in the area and we looked forward to seeing a different side of the popular tourist destination.

To start, we chose a hotel on the main strip that did not have a casino, was completely non-smoking and had a small kitchen-ette in the room. Having our own kitchen when traveling with a child (especially a child with a food allergy) is always a priority for us.

If you’re planning on visiting the Las Vegas area as a family (no matter if your children are toddlers or teenagers), here are a few attractions worth visiting:

Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat: Kids and adults of all ages will love this attraction! Located inside the Mirage, you’ll see dolphins, tigers, lions and more. If you’re looking for a once in a lifetime experience, check out their special VIP packages.

Shark Reef Aquarium: Located in Mandalay Bay, this is your chance to get up close and personal with sharks and other sea creatures. They also have a couple of walk through tunnel expe-riences so you feel like you’ve dived right in!

Paris Eiffel Tower: From the Eiffel Tower observation deck you’ll have a breathtaking view of the Las Vegas strip. I’d sug-gest going at night so you can see all of the beautiful lights.

Fountains of Bellagio: Every 15-30 minutes you’ll see a spec-tacular show of lights and fountains dancing to a variety of dif-ferent songs. This is one show you have to see to believe and it’s free!

Sirens of TI: This is another free show that runs multiple times a night (depending on weather). It includes pirate ships, pirates, music, fire, water and more! It may not be appropriate for young children but teens and adults will enjoy the action-packed show.

Hard Rock Cafe: Music fans will want to make a stop at the Hard Rock Cafe. This 42,000 square foot, 3-floor cafe features rock n’ roll memorabilia and an energetic atmosphere. Stop in for a meal or simply browse the store for souvenirs.

Volcano at Mirage: Explosions, fireballs and energetic music await you at the Volcano show at Mirage. This is a free show that runs every night from 7p.m. - 11p.m. on the hour.

Serendipity 3: With fun menu items like dinosaur-sized BBQ ribs, triple decker grilled cheese sandwiches and frozen hot chocolate, guests of all ages are sure to find something deli-cious on this menu. If you win big at the casino, you could even indulge in the Golden Opulence Sundae priced at $1000!

Adventure Dome at Circus Circus: The Adventure Dome is filled with rides and arcade-style games. All of the rides seemed a little rough for a toddler so we didn’t try any out but older chil-dren would have a blast here.

Midway Games at Circus Circus: This was my son’s favourite part of Las Vegas! The Midway Games are a great place for children to run around and win stuffed animals while playing fun carnival games. Save some room in your suitcase as you will likely be headed home with a lot of stuffed animals.

Shopping: There is no shortage of shopping locations in Las Vegas. You’ll find selections from outlet malls to expensive bou-tiques and everything in between. There are a few outlet malls to choose from so research which one is closest to your hotel.

Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre: Located in Planet Holly-wood, this entertaining show features unique comedy routines by Popovich and stray animals he rescued from animal shelters.

M&M Store: What could be better than four floors of candy coated chocolate? Shop for unique colours or even personalize your own M&M’s to take home. The store also features a wide range of M&M toys, souvenirs, a movie theatre and an M&M sponsored race car.

Flamingo Habitat: Located in a garden of the Flamingo ho-tel, this free attraction features flamingos and other feathered friends like swans, ducks and more.

Gondola Rides: Located inside the Venetian hotel, glide down the Grand Canal with your own personal singing gondolier.

Rainforest Cafe in MGM: Both kids and adults will love the scenery at the Rainforest Cafe. It is both a restaurant and a store filled with waterfalls, creatures and rainforest vegetation.

Photo Opportunities: From silly dressed up characters walk-ing down the Las Vegas Strip to beautiful statues and water fountains, there are so many opportunities for fun photos that you can take home and put into a family scrapbook.

Town Square: Just two miles south of Mandalay Bay is a fun shopping, dining and entertainment community called Town Square. They have a children’s park filled with fun things for kids like a tree house, slides, splash area, maze made of hedges, a children’s theatre and more!

Deuce Bus: Just a few dollars gets you a 24 hour pass on the double decker bus that travels up and down the Las Vegas strip. Hop on the bus for a tour of the strip or simply use it to get from one hotel to the next.

Freemont Street Experience: This is located off of the Las Vegas Strip but there are buses and shuttles that travel to the area. In the Freemont Street Experience you’ll find an overhead lightshow and free concerts throughout the year.

Hotel Pool: No matter what hotel you decide to stay at, you will likely have a hotel pool. Many of these pools are outdoors so be sure to check the hotel’s website for seasonal hours of operation.

For more information on Las Vegas family travel, visit the Moms & Munchkins travel page at http://www.momsandmunchkins.ca/travel/.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS IN LAS VEGAS By Cheryl Kirkness

Midway Games

Gondola Rides

Serendipity 3

Volcano at Mirage

Dolphin Habitat


My husband and I just celebrated our third wedding anniversary and we thought it would be fun to travel back to the city we were married in, Las Vegas. Although both of us have been to Las Vegas multiple times, this trip would be much different be-cause we were bringing our 2 year old son with us. A toddler in Las Vegas? Were we crazy? We knew there were a lot of family-friendly attractions in the area and we looked forward to seeing a different side of the popular tourist destination.

To start, we chose a hotel on the main strip that did not have a casino, was completely non-smoking and had a small kitchen-ette in the room. Having our own kitchen when traveling with a child (especially a child with a food allergy) is always a priority for us.

If you’re planning on visiting the Las Vegas area as a family (no matter if your children are toddlers or teenagers), here are a few attractions worth visiting:

Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat: Kids and adults of all ages will love this attraction! Located inside the Mirage, you’ll see dolphins, tigers, lions and more. If you’re looking for a once in a lifetime experience, check out their special VIP packages.

Shark Reef Aquarium: Located in Mandalay Bay, this is your chance to get up close and personal with sharks and other sea creatures. They also have a couple of walk through tunnel expe-riences so you feel like you’ve dived right in!

Paris Eiffel Tower: From the Eiffel Tower observation deck you’ll have a breathtaking view of the Las Vegas strip. I’d sug-gest going at night so you can see all of the beautiful lights.

Fountains of Bellagio: Every 15-30 minutes you’ll see a spec-tacular show of lights and fountains dancing to a variety of dif-ferent songs. This is one show you have to see to believe and it’s free!

Sirens of TI: This is another free show that runs multiple times a night (depending on weather). It includes pirate ships, pirates, music, fire, water and more! It may not be appropriate for young children but teens and adults will enjoy the action-packed show.

Hard Rock Cafe: Music fans will want to make a stop at the Hard Rock Cafe. This 42,000 square foot, 3-floor cafe features rock n’ roll memorabilia and an energetic atmosphere. Stop in for a meal or simply browse the store for souvenirs.

Volcano at Mirage: Explosions, fireballs and energetic music await you at the Volcano show at Mirage. This is a free show that runs every night from 7p.m. - 11p.m. on the hour.

Serendipity 3: With fun menu items like dinosaur-sized BBQ ribs, triple decker grilled cheese sandwiches and frozen hot chocolate, guests of all ages are sure to find something deli-cious on this menu. If you win big at the casino, you could even indulge in the Golden Opulence Sundae priced at $1000!

Adventure Dome at Circus Circus: The Adventure Dome is filled with rides and arcade-style games. All of the rides seemed a little rough for a toddler so we didn’t try any out but older chil-dren would have a blast here.

Midway Games at Circus Circus: This was my son’s favourite part of Las Vegas! The Midway Games are a great place for children to run around and win stuffed animals while playing fun carnival games. Save some room in your suitcase as you will likely be headed home with a lot of stuffed animals.

Shopping: There is no shortage of shopping locations in Las Vegas. You’ll find selections from outlet malls to expensive bou-tiques and everything in between. There are a few outlet malls to choose from so research which one is closest to your hotel.

Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre: Located in Planet Holly-wood, this entertaining show features unique comedy routines by Popovich and stray animals he rescued from animal shelters.

M&M Store: What could be better than four floors of candy coated chocolate? Shop for unique colours or even personalize your own M&M’s to take home. The store also features a wide range of M&M toys, souvenirs, a movie theatre and an M&M sponsored race car.

Flamingo Habitat: Located in a garden of the Flamingo ho-tel, this free attraction features flamingos and other feathered friends like swans, ducks and more.

Gondola Rides: Located inside the Venetian hotel, glide down the Grand Canal with your own personal singing gondolier.

Rainforest Cafe in MGM: Both kids and adults will love the scenery at the Rainforest Cafe. It is both a restaurant and a store filled with waterfalls, creatures and rainforest vegetation.

Photo Opportunities: From silly dressed up characters walk-ing down the Las Vegas Strip to beautiful statues and water fountains, there are so many opportunities for fun photos that you can take home and put into a family scrapbook.

Town Square: Just two miles south of Mandalay Bay is a fun shopping, dining and entertainment community called Town Square. They have a children’s park filled with fun things for kids like a tree house, slides, splash area, maze made of hedges, a children’s theatre and more!

Deuce Bus: Just a few dollars gets you a 24 hour pass on the double decker bus that travels up and down the Las Vegas strip. Hop on the bus for a tour of the strip or simply use it to get from one hotel to the next.

Freemont Street Experience: This is located off of the Las Vegas Strip but there are buses and shuttles that travel to the area. In the Freemont Street Experience you’ll find an overhead lightshow and free concerts throughout the year.

Hotel Pool: No matter what hotel you decide to stay at, you will likely have a hotel pool. Many of these pools are outdoors so be sure to check the hotel’s website for seasonal hours of operation.

For more information on Las Vegas family travel, visit the Moms & Munchkins travel page at http://www.momsandmunchkins.ca/travel/.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS IN LAS VEGAS By Cheryl Kirkness

Midway Games

Gondola Rides

Serendipity 3

Volcano at Mirage

Dolphin Habitat

Supported by:

ARE YOU AN ENTREPRENEURWITH A DISABILITY?

Whether you are 16 or 65, we offer disability supports and business services free of charge, so you can move forward with your vision of starting a business.

Some Support includeS:• Providing one-on-one or group training in business development.• Reducing barriers, in terms of disability issues.• Mentoring and consulting services.

For more information:Call Brenda at (306) 757 7452 ext. 236or email [email protected]


HOLIDAY PLANNING TIPSHow early do you start your holiday shopping? Do you know where you’ll be celebrating the holidays this year? The holidays are such a wonderful time to celebrate with friends and family but it can also be a stressful time with busy schedules, holiday plan-ning, travel arrangements and more. Here are some easy ways to plan ahead so you have more time to enjoy all that Christmas baking and hot chocolate.

Holiday shopping list: You don’t need to know the exact gift you’re buying for everyone yet, but you can start by making a list of the people you want to buy gifts for and your budget for each. Start to brainstorm and write down gift ideas so your trips to the mall are more productive.

Finalize travel plans: Travelling over the holidays can be pricey. If you can, finalize your plans for where you’ll be celebrating the holidays this year. You may not be able to find a seat sale but at least you can factor your travel costs into your holiday budget.

Start your holiday cards early: It is difficult to find a couple of uninterrupted hours to write out, address and mail Christmas cards. If you break it into smaller projects - like writing two a day - you can store them until you’re ready to mail them out.

Create a holiday activity calendar: There are always a lot of activities during the holiday season with some starting as early as November. Create a holiday calendar and hang it in a place the whole family can see. Write down school concerts, holiday parties for your kids, work holiday parties, family photo day, days you’re dedicating to holiday shopping, Christmas baking days, travel days, etc.

Start baking: If you do a lot of holiday baking every year, decide if any can be made in advance and put into the freezer. Make sure everyone knows which items are to be saved for the holi-days or you could be a few cookies short by Christmas Eve! If you’d love a variety of homemade holiday treats without spend-ing all your time in the kitchen, ask your friends if they’d like to do a bake exchange with you. A bake exchange party is also a great time to catch up with friends before the busy holiday season starts.

I hope your holiday season is filled with laughter and great memories!

www.momsandmunchkins.ca by Cheryl Kirkness Help renew the University of Regina’s College Avenue Campus.Visit www.uregina.ca/building-knowledge or call (306) 585-4024 to learn more.

BUILDING KNOWLEDGEThe College Avenue Campus Renewal Project

The College Avenue Campus Renewal Project ver 100 years ago, the University of Regina

opened its doors at the College Avenue

Campus, then known as Regina College.

For decades, through growth and during

struggle, the campus provided a place for students to

learn, grow and thrive. Now it’s time to restore and

revitalize this historic campus for the future benefit of

our students and the community. Building Knowledge

– The College Avenue Campus Renewal Project was

the name given to this important revitalization plan.

We believe that it is our responsibility to preserve and

steward the visionary legacy of those who imagined and

built the former Regina College. As such, the Building

Knowledge project is the University of Regina’s

number one capital fundraising priority this year.

WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDSAs part of this project, the College Building, the

Conservatory and Darke Hall will be fully restored

and adaptively reused as a fundamental part of the

University of Regina. This revitalized campus will be

known as the University of Regina Leadership and

Outreach Centre (LOC) and will offer a multitude

of tangible benefits to the entire community.

Students of all ages and stages of life will continue

to populate the sustainably refurbished and easily

accessible College Building, Conservatory and Darke Hall.

The hub of the LOC will be a new Executive Education

Centre. Here, learners from the Centre for Continuing

Education, Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of

Public Policy and the community-at-large, will attend

seminars and lectures in “smart” meeting rooms

designed for groups of 20 to 300 people.

Once completed, the University of Regina LOC will serve

as a provincial and national destination that integrates

academic programming with outreach and training

for both public and private sector professionals.

AT A GLANCE

The Centre for Continuing Education will

continue to provide programming for:

• Business and Professional Development

• Credit Studies

• Distance Learning

• English as a Second Language

• Lifelong Learning Centre

Restoring the Conservatory will:

• Expand music lessons, programs and

performances

Creating the Executive Education Centre

will provide opportunities to:

• Host university conferences, lectures

and events

• Increase classroom use by 50% for

business and professional development

and the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate

School of Public Policy

Revitalizing Darke Hall means:

• This landmark will once again become

a well used, bustling event space that

maintains significant public access,

functioning as an increased capacity

community facility

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

• 32 newly renovated classrooms

• A 550-seat performance centre at

Darke Hall

• A 75-seat lecture theatre

• A 250-300 seat concourse, including

a raised lounge adjacent to Darke Hall

• A 150-seat Conservatory recital hall

• An art room for 20-25 students

• A state-of-the-art music room for

master classes

• A computer laboratory for 16-20

students

• Teaching space for summer camp

programming

O

“ Revitalizing our historic College Avenue Campus will strengthen the University of Regina’s connection to the larger community and further contribute to educating the next century of learners and leaders in our province.”

– DR. VIANNE TImmONS, PResidenT & ViCe-CHAnCelloR

UniVeRsiTy of ReginA

ConCePTUAl RendeRing - noRTH fACAde


Help renew the University of Regina’s College Avenue Campus.Visit www.uregina.ca/building-knowledge or call (306) 585-4024 to learn more.

BUILDING KNOWLEDGEThe College Avenue Campus Renewal Project

The College Avenue Campus Renewal Project ver 100 years ago, the University of Regina

opened its doors at the College Avenue

Campus, then known as Regina College.

For decades, through growth and during

struggle, the campus provided a place for students to

learn, grow and thrive. Now it’s time to restore and

revitalize this historic campus for the future benefit of

our students and the community. Building Knowledge

– The College Avenue Campus Renewal Project was

the name given to this important revitalization plan.

We believe that it is our responsibility to preserve and

steward the visionary legacy of those who imagined and

built the former Regina College. As such, the Building

Knowledge project is the University of Regina’s

number one capital fundraising priority this year.

WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDSAs part of this project, the College Building, the

Conservatory and Darke Hall will be fully restored

and adaptively reused as a fundamental part of the

University of Regina. This revitalized campus will be

known as the University of Regina Leadership and

Outreach Centre (LOC) and will offer a multitude

of tangible benefits to the entire community.

Students of all ages and stages of life will continue

to populate the sustainably refurbished and easily

accessible College Building, Conservatory and Darke Hall.

The hub of the LOC will be a new Executive Education

Centre. Here, learners from the Centre for Continuing

Education, Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of

Public Policy and the community-at-large, will attend

seminars and lectures in “smart” meeting rooms

designed for groups of 20 to 300 people.

Once completed, the University of Regina LOC will serve

as a provincial and national destination that integrates

academic programming with outreach and training

for both public and private sector professionals.

AT A GLANCE

The Centre for Continuing Education will

continue to provide programming for:

• Business and Professional Development

• Credit Studies

• Distance Learning

• English as a Second Language

• Lifelong Learning Centre

Restoring the Conservatory will:

• Expand music lessons, programs and

performances

Creating the Executive Education Centre

will provide opportunities to:

• Host university conferences, lectures

and events

• Increase classroom use by 50% for

business and professional development

and the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate

School of Public Policy

Revitalizing Darke Hall means:

• This landmark will once again become

a well used, bustling event space that

maintains significant public access,

functioning as an increased capacity

community facility

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

• 32 newly renovated classrooms

• A 550-seat performance centre at

Darke Hall

• A 75-seat lecture theatre

• A 250-300 seat concourse, including

a raised lounge adjacent to Darke Hall

• A 150-seat Conservatory recital hall

• An art room for 20-25 students

• A state-of-the-art music room for

master classes

• A computer laboratory for 16-20

students

• Teaching space for summer camp

programming

O

“ Revitalizing our historic College Avenue Campus will strengthen the University of Regina’s connection to the larger community and further contribute to educating the next century of learners and leaders in our province.”

– DR. VIANNE TImmONS, PResidenT & ViCe-CHAnCelloR

UniVeRsiTy of ReginA

ConCePTUAl RendeRing - noRTH fACAde

AUTO • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL

OUR QUALITY AND SERVICE IS CLEAR

545-3990 Free Estimates • Glass, Mirrors • PVC Windows & Doors Custom Glass Shower Enclosures • PVC Fencing, Decking &

Railings • Auto Glass Repair and Replacement

1-888-545-3990 • WWW.GLACIERGLASS.COM • FAX: 949-8872


HAIL REPAIR

PAINTLESS DENT REPAIR SPECIALISTS306-580-1038 • www.algard.ca 156 1st Ave. East, Regina

Get Your Hail Repaired TODAY at Regina’s Newest Repair Shop With 30 Years of Experience!

SGI APPROVED

Crawford Realty

(306)525-9801 [email protected]

533 Victoria Ave.|Regina, Sk.

Janine Wilson (306) 537-3200

5343 BOSWELL CRES$429,900

MLS #472026

#70-4640 HARBOUR LANDING DRIVE$299,900

MLS #479874

5004 JAMES HILL$263,900

MLS #477329

5002 CANUCk CRES $549,900

MLS #473327

4753 JAMES HILL RD $449,900

MLS #472827

5221 TUTOR WAy$599,900

MLS #472813

Danielle Wilson (306) 536-0027

UNIT 41-5004 JAMES HILL RD $234,900

MLS #480289

115 MCCARTHy BOULEVARD $319,900

MLS #477332

#72 - 4640 HARBOUR LANDING DR$309,000

MLS #477105

4838 MARIGOLD DRIVE$399,900

MLS #478073

CONDO

Dennis Galandy (306) 522-6683

90 ASPEN VILLAGE DR WHITE CITy $151,500

MLS #472965

2201 14TH AVENUE$269,000

MLS #476951

Vacant Lot

Doug Gold (306) 591-7874

112 LOGAN CRESCENT$324,900

MLS #474112

8138 FAIRWAyS WEST $529,900

MLS #478063

118 TRIFUNOV CRES$305,900

MLS #479436

3442 WASCANA STREET $349,900

MLS #474520

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

Norma Deck (306) 536-1249

4629 PADWICk CRES$414,900

MLS #480579

3312 GREEN BANk RD $447,900

MLS #479386

Dallis Franklin (306) 581-9498

3702 NOTTINGHAM CRES. $489,900

MLS #477448

3523 DEWDNEy AVENUE $219,900

MLS #478725

Raj Verma (306) 581-2487

59 DENNy CRES$299,900

MLS #467554

4565 HAMES CRES$569,900

MLS #478931

NEW LISTING

pink magazine - vol. 2 november 2013

Documents

compass advertising

thauberger road

plains road

homes16008th avenue

regina phone

saskatchewan women

homes8818 sherwood drive

prairie view drive