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May 2012 Serving Caledon and the Headwaters Region

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Inside The Regionalthis month:

Noah RichlerVisits Humberview

Photos courtesy of The Regional

Noted author Noah Richler discusses

his newest book with students atHumberview Secondary School.Noah Richler was interviewed by

Humberview Secondary School Grade12 student Stephanie Juhasz duringhis recent visit.

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Goods Movement Plan receivedendorsement from PEEL Regional Council

Peel Regional Council has adopted the PeelRegion Goods Movement Strategic Plan. The plan

is a collaboration of Peel Goods Movement TaskForce (formed in 2009) members from the privateand pu blic sectors involved in transportation andlogistics. The Task Force has been mandated tosupport businesses by developing an action planto improve goods movement in Peel. The Regionof Peel, along with the Task Force, will now worktoward s implementing the actions items.

The Goods Movement Strategic Plan covers fourstrategic directions over the next five years:

1. Infrastructure imp rovements2. Partnership, commu nication and ad vocacy3. Optimization of existing infrastructure4. Planning and forecasting future n eeds

There are 23 action items identified within thestrategic directions with 12 to commence in 2012.

The Region of Peel and the Goods MovementTask Force are committed to providing anefficient business environment and that includesimprovements to our transportation network, saidRegional Chair and Goods Movement Task ForceChair Emil Kolb. Our transportation system is apriority. Businesses depend on timely deliveriesand w e want ideal cond itions that suppor t jobs andquality of life in our community. Peel and GreaterToronto Area residents d epend on th e 221,000 jobsin m anufacturing, wholesale trade, transp ortationand warehou sing that exist in Peel. The private andpublic sector Task Force members deserve creditfor the collaborative effort in m oving th is initiativeforward.

The timely, efficient m ovemen t of freight in PeelRegion and the Greater Toronto Area is critical to

the economic health of the region, its environmentalobjectives, and the qu ality of life of its citizens, saidGordon Graham, Director, Business Development Intermod al for Canadian N ational Railway. CNbelieves a balanced multi-modal freight strategy,built on sound p rivate and public sector partnershipwill help to advance the Peel Goods MovementTask Forces goa l of m aximizing existing andfuture freight distribution capacity through greaternetw ork efficiencies.

For a copy of the Good s Movement Strategic Plan,please contact Ken Chiu 905-791-7800 ext. 4667.

For information on the Peel Goods MovementTask Force, visit: peelregion.ca/movinggoods

Transportat ion im provement s w ill help businesses in Peel Region

Register Now for Peel Regions AnnualEnergy Matters Summit, May 28-29

Registration is now open forthe eighth annual Energy MattersSummit, taking place on May 28-29at the Toronto Congress Centre. TheSummit is hosted by the Regionof Peel, in partnership with theIndependent Electr icity SystemOperator (IESO) and Toronto and

Region Conservation Authority(TRCA). Registration is availableonline atenergymatterssummit.ca/register.htm.

One of the priorities for PeelRegional Council is to protect, enhanceand restore the environment, saidRegional Chair and CEO Emil Kolb.The Energy Matters Summit strivesto create dialogue between localgovernments, public and privatesectors as they share and learn abou tenergy management practices, whiletaking ownership of environmentalinitiatives.

Building Partnerships for aSustainable Energy Future is the

theme of this years Summ it. Thetwo-day conference joins some of thewor lds most influent ial leaders fromthe field of energy management tosupport activities to reduce energycosts at a corporate level. In ad ditionto networking opportunities andtradeshow access, attendees willhave the opportunity to participatein workshops and seminars in fourstreams that focus on:

Build ing Energy Efficiency Integrated Community Energy

Solutions

Smart Grid Energy in SustainabilityThis years Sum mit also includ es

a keynote presentation by renownedauthor and speaker Alex Steffen,one of the world s leading voices onsustainability, social innovation andplanetary futurism.

This year s them e focuses onenhancing our understanding of how energy choices and changes canaffect resou rce lifetimes, said StevenHall, Director, Real Property AssetManagem ent, Region of Peel. We willalso look at the tools and informationnecessary to m ake informed energymanagem ent d ecisions.

The Energy Matters Summitis the leading public sectorenergy management conference,exploring key issues facing theefforts to strengthen sustainableenergy management programs.For more informat ion, v is i tenergymatterssummit.ca.

The Regional Mun icipality of Peelwas incorporated in 1974 on theprinciple that certain communityand infrastructure services are mostcost-effectively administered over alarger geographic area. The Regionof Peel serves more th an 1.3 millionpeople and approximately 88,000businesses in the cities of Bramptonand Mississauga and the town ofCaledon.

For more information on theRegion of Peel, please call 905-791-7800, or visit p eelregion.ca.

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By Shelly Sargent

EditorThe Regional

A Note From The Editor

The Regional Newspaper is published monthlyby Caledon Media in Caledon, Ontario anddelivered to homes in Bolton. It is also availablefor pick up at key locations throughout Caledon &the Headwaters Region.The Regional / Caledon Media30 Martha Street, Ste. 210 Bolton, ON L7E5V1

While the publisher has made every effort toensure that advertisements and articles arecorrect & complete, The Regional & CaledonMedia cannot be liable for any loss or damagesarising (directly or indirectly) from the contentsof this publication. The advertiser agrees that thepublisher shall not be liable for damages arisingout of errors in advertisements beyond theamount paid for the space actually occupied bythe portion of the advertisement in which the erroroccurred, whether the error is due to the negli-gence of its servants or otherwise. There shall beno liability for non-insertions of any advertisementbeyond the amount paid for such advertisement.Errors which do not lessen the valueof the advertise-ment are not eligiblefor corrections by a make-goodadvertisement. There shall be no liability for non-

insertion of any advertisement beyond the amountpaid for such advertisement. We reserve the rightto edit, revise, classify or reject any advertise-ment.The Regional welcomes your letters.Letters can be emailed to [email protected], but they must contain a contact name andpostal address to be considered for publication.We reserve the right to edit all correspondence.AD DEADLINES: Our print deadline does not allowus to take submissions or ads after 15th of themonth. The views expressed in this newspaperare not necessarily the opinion of its Publisheror Editor. All rights reserved. The contents ofthis publication may be used only for personalnon-commercial purposes-all other commercialuse is prohibited.

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Advertising: Please direct all advertising inquires to:[email protected] or call (905) 905-880-4636

Milestones

Every birthday, I give myself a gift.Sometimes, its a tangible item. Sometimesits a d ay off. This time, Ive given my selfthe gift of honesty. In a world in w hich Ioften have to bite my tongue and say theexpected, politically-correct thing, my giftto myself on this landmark year is to sharemy feelings.

As we wind our way throu gh life, ourexperiences and the world around usshape us, bending the raw material intothe person we eventually become. Mypersonal journey has been one of growth,and Ive often felt like the wor lds oldeststudent always driven to learn newskills, experien ce things Id n ever tried .

Then, sometime around mid- l ife ,things started to change. In addition tolearning and experiencing, I started to feela certain dissatisfaction. Not with my lotin life, and certainly not with my familyand friend s there, Ive been blessed, andI know it. No, this dissatisfaction stemsmore from a knowledge that so much iswrong an d so little is being don e. It comes

from knowing that so many speak of whatshould be done yet so few put the effort

in to do it. And it comes from the generalknowledge that so many people willspend m ore time in endeavours designedto make oth ers look foolish than th ey willto solve the problems in their own lives.

And what brings all this navel-gazingabout? In simple words, this is a milestonebirthday for me and it has me examiningmyself and the world I live in. It is a worldwhere government and politics is moreabout posturing and personal gain than itis about the good of the people. It is alsoa world in which news is available in aninstant, bu t is often suspect fast becomingjust on e more th ing tha t is m an ip ulated tolead the average person around by the

nose. Its a wor ld in which even the foodwe are being sold is not real any more filled with additives, genetically modified,covered in chemicals.

And in all of this, I inevitably get towondering is this the world I wantedto help bu ild as a legacy for my children?Not so mu ch. I could be wrong, but Isuspect m any of u s feel this way, in theseturbu lent, often troubling times.

Am I dep ressed, disillusioned, down forthe count ? I might have been when I wasyounger might have felt weighed downby the sheer magnitude of what is wrongin the world and w hat is required to makeit right. But one thing I know. We may livein a world with m any problems, but it is

also a wo rld of end less possibility.And Im a glass-half-full kindagal.

No what I am is determined.Im d etermined to continue to makeas mu ch of a difference as often asI can. Im d etermined to try to seek

out, experience and share as muchgood as I can. And Im d eterminedto find ways to teach my children tomake a difference too.

Speaking of children Id liketo take a moment to send a specialMother s Day message my ow nMom, Inez (whom we lost 16 years

ago) and to my h usband s Mom,Lynda. Their unwavering supportand love have helped shape all theirchildren into strong, wonderfulpeople. I only hope I can do half aswell with my ow n kids.

This May issue sees return visits

from all our favourite regularcontributors, and shares a lot ofgreat information about our littlecorner of the world. I hope youenjoy reading it.

Shelly

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Headwaters Health Care Centre Receives MinistryApproval to Sell Shelburne Site to County of Dufferin

Yard SaleFundraiser to

Build Housesin Guatemala

Headwaters Health Care Centre

announced today the hospital hasreceived app roval from Deb Matthews,Minister of Health and Long-TermCare regardin g the Board of Directorsprop osal to sell Headwaters Shelburnehospital site to the Corporation of theCounty of Dufferin for one d ollar.

We are pleased that the Ministryof Health and Long Term care hasapp roved the transfer of the Shelburnehosp ital site, says Maria Britto, BoardChair of the Cen tral West LHIN. Sincehospital services are consolidated atthe Ora ngeville site, there w ill be betterpatient care and cost savings from thetransfer of the property that can beused for health services.

The Hospital Board of Directorshas been working on a plan for theShelburne site since fall 2010 thatwould best meet the needs of thecommunities the hospital serves. TheBoard took into consideration the value

of the building, alternative uses for the

site and the n eeds of the community.Hospital and County officials met inFebruary 2011 to d iscuss a solution forthe Shelburne hosp ital site. Members ofthe Hospital Board drafted a proposalto sell the building to the County forone d ollar. In Februa ry 2012, the Boardof Directors of the Central West LocalHealth Integration Network (LHIN)unanimously supported the proposal.The next step in the app roval processwas to get the M inister of Healthsstamp of approval for our plan. Wereceived the letter of approval on thesale of the building this week. I wantto commend our Hospital Board fortheir leadership over the last year aswe worked th rough th e details of thetransfer and sale proposal, says LizRuegg, Interim President and CEO atHead waters Health Care Centre.

The Headwaters Hospital Boardis delighted that the transfer of the

Shelburne building to the County of

Dufferin has been approved by theMinister of Health. We have felt forsome time that this will be of greatbenefit to not only the people ofShelburne but of Dufferin Countyas a whole, comments Peter H.Harris, Chair of Headwaters Board ofDirectors.

Im delighted that HeadwatersHealthcare Centre, the Central WestLHIN and the Ministry of Healthhave approved the sale of the formerShelburne Hospital to the County ofDufferin. We look forward to makingthis building a facility that we can allbe proud of for the betterment of ourcommunity. says Warden WalterKolodziechuk.

The County of Dufferin hasgenerally approved the proposal butthe official Transfer Agreement muststill be signed by Headwaters Boardof Directors at the Hospitals April24th Board meeting and presented toCounty Council on May 10th for finalapproval.

On Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. a h uge Yard Sale will beheld at St. James Anglican Churchin Caledon East. There w ill also bea BBQ and coffee and bake sale.This is the last major fundraiserbefore the team leaves on June30 to head to Guatemala to buildhouses for the commu nity.

So fa r , weve ra isedapproximately $10,500, all of it togo toward s building h ouses etc. inGuatemala - you remember were

paying our own way down there.Thats enou gh for six hou ses; ourhop e is to raise as mu ch as $15,000,enough for ten houses. We owe agreat deal of thanks to our chur chfamily and our community fortheir generosity and support ,which has been a vital part of oursuccess so far, says Trud y Messer,a mem ber of the Mission Team.

A Pancake Supper in Februaryand the Spring Fling Dinner andAuction In March, both of whichwere very successful, helpedraise the funds so far, but stillmore is needed to meet the goalof the team. Caledon East Public

School will be starting a PocketChange Camp aign, and MayfieldSecondary School is also p lanningsomething.

If you wish to donate to thisworthwhile cause or to sponsora house, please contact the teamat 905 584-9635 or email church_office@stjam escaled oneast .ca. Taxreceipts are issued for donations.

Photo courtesy of The Regional

Lost Soles Inc. in the Empire Theatre Plazain Bolton recently-celebrated their 2ndanniversary with a BOGO Sale (Buy One,Get One 50%). Shown here are ownersbrother and sister Francesco and MariannaLongo.

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Paul says....

If the Province of Ontario is floating in a seaof red ink, then why would it kill a money-maker...a program that makes Queens Park$1-billion plus a year?

The answer is simple...politics!In his report to Premier Dalton McGuinty

and company, noted economist Don Drum-mond made no fewer than 365 recommenda-tions. With a $15.2-billion deficit and a debt es-timated at $237-billion, drastic cuts in spendinghad to be made to stop the bleeding.

Premier Dad had no choice...he had to goto the axe.

The problem was, where to cut and howdeep...how to do what he had to do,limit the pain, and more import-antly, the political damage. (What?Me? Cynical?)

Adopting all of Drummondsrecommendations was never anoption...sure-fired political suicide.

So, our fearless leader fiddleda bit with health and education,(nothing too drastic, like cutingthe ESSENTIAL (sarcasm) all-daykindergarten program) threateneda wage freeze for those on the pub-lic payroll, (if they didnt accept itvoluntarily)...and launched a planto expand gambling!

More casinos, lotery outlets andon-line beting, will, in time, have usback in the black!

But wait a minute! If His Premiership is counting so much on gambling to re-stuffthe peoples coffers (we can debate the moral issue another time, a tax on the poor,etc.)...why would he pull the plug on the Slots for Racetracks program?

Its a profit sharing deal (5% to municipalities, 20% for the horse industry, and 75%to the province) reached moons ago between the tracks and Harris team. Its been sosuccessful its become a model for other lotery corporations throughout North Amer-ica!

Theres litle doubt in my mind, and that of many, McGuintys playing to his urbanbase...his primary source of voter support.

Cuting, what his gang refers to as a subsidy, doled out to the well-to-do horseyset, no doubt plays well with the hurting inhabitants of our concrete jungles...but itmay well kill a thriving and vital industry in rural Ontario, puting tens of thousandsout of work. And they aint the moneyed folk!

The Premier is puting politics ahead of people... and to those out here in the boon-ies, now resembles a common sight.

A horses ass!

Im not sure Id call the Premier of the Provincea horses ass, even if I thought he was one,but, thats why Paul ofen gets the reaction

he does!In most debates that we have I can see

both sides of an issue. On this one, thereisnt another side.

Over the past few weeks Ive hadthe opportunity to address a rally onthe Slots at Racetracks issue and I was

the host for a town hall teleconferencewhere thousands of Ontarians joined us

to discuss the issue.From the moment the provin-cial government announced that

they were going to cancel thisprogram shock waves havebeen rippling through thehorse racing industry.

Horse racing in Ontario isa vibrant and exciting pas-sion for some, business forothers, and what puts theroof over the heads of many,many Ontarians and they

arent rich horse owners.The government would likeyou to believe they are be-cause why would you wantto pad some rich personsbank account?

I know about this becauseI happen to be a race horse owner. We are one of the many litle guys. Lastyear our horse, Maximum Ride won her first race. It was incredibly exciting!She won a litle money which means shes back at the track again with allthose hopes and dreams. There is a trainer employed, hot walker, groom,exercise rider, soon a jockey and the benefits ripple throughout the province.

The Premier was poorly advised on this and has to find a way to gracefullychange his mind or hell decimate an industry. Does he want to be knownas the Premier who killed horse racing in Ontario and put thousands out ofwork? Not much of a legacy is it?

Carol says.. ..

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Calling All Young PeopleThe stage is set for the an nu al Ambassad ors

program which officially opens the 152ndCaledon Fair, presented by Trailcon Leasing,

June 8th to 10th at the Caledon Fairground s.Young residents from across the Caledon

community are invited to enter theAmbassador competit ion which crownsa Junior (12-16yrs) and Senior (17-23yrs)Ambassador for a one year term.

These young Ambassadors will representCaledon in a whirlwind of social activitiesacross the province from June 2012 to June

2013.Past winners have nothing but heartfelt

praise for th e Caled on A gricultura l SocietysAmbassador program.

As Caledon Fair Junior Ambassador,I not only made many new friends and

memories, but I also gainedvaluable experience thatwill help me in my future

endeavors. I encourageeveryone to get involvedin your community insome way says 2011/12Junior Ambassador DianaLimebeer.

Her senior colleague,Anne Armstrong, hadequally strong praise forthe program. My yearas Caledon Fair SeniorAmbassador has beenamazing. Ive had so manylearning experiences and asa result, my p ublic speakinghas improved along withmy social skills. Its been alot of fun too.

Candida tes wi l l beevaluated on their currentactivities including sports,school and voluntee rinit ia t ives plus specialinterests , hobbies andcareer plans, with finalistsrequired to present a 2 to3 minute speech beforea judges panel a t thecompetition finale.

For more informationon the Junior /SeniorAmbassador competitionplease contact:

C o - c h a i r s B a r bS h a u g h n e s s y t e l :(905) 838-5182, barb@t a m e r l a n e i n t e r i o r s . c aor Angela Ilasi tel: (647)478-8209, ext 273, angela_ilasi@yah oo.com . Thedeadline for subm ission isMay 15th!

152ndCaledon FairJune 8, 9, 10

Canada DayStrawberry

FestivalJuly 1 2012Automotive power meets horsepower, dairy and

beef contests, home baking an d crafts, plus agriculturalknow -how all meet at th e 152nd annu al Caledon Fair,presented by Trailcon Leasing, Jun e 8th thru 10th at t heCaledon Fairground s located on Hw y#10 in the Villageof Caledon .

With over 1000 competitions held th roughou t the th reedays of the Fair, plus midway rides and a beer garden,a truck and t ractor pull Friday evening and lawn tractorchallenge Saturday afternoon followed by countryhoe-down barbeque and music, an all-breeds horseshow and the Agricultural Awareness Pavilion, thereis somethin g for everyone at one of Ont arios oldestagricultural fairs.

Adm ission is $10 pp . Friday nigh t, $8 pp. on Saturd ayand Sunday or $15 per car including occupants. Childrenund er 14yrs, accompanied by an ad ult, are $2 pp. all threedays of the Fair. For more information and schedulesvisit www.caledonfairgrounds.ca.

Canada Day will be celebrated with the 24th AnnualStrawberry Festival held at the Caledon Fairgroundslocated on H wy#10 in the Village of Caledon.

Feather-light pancakes ladled with field freshstrawberries and cream, live music, a Classic Car Showwith avenue u pon avenu e of vintage cars and a shop tillyou d rop Christmas in July craft and artisan trade fair,a Bavarian beer garden and silent auction create a fullda y of family enterta inmen t, celebrating Can ad as 145thbirthday.

The Fairgrounds open at 10am, with admission free.All proceeds dedicated to the Caledon AgriculturalSociety.

For more information visit: www.caledonfairgrounds.ca.

Caledon Fair Celebrates

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Inside The Pulsethis month:

Tech News

Grannys Kitchen

Active Living

Education Matters

A Road Less Graveled

Author Noah RichlerVisits HumberviewBy Shelly Sargent

Students at Humberview SecondarySchool had an opportunity to speakwith renowned Canadian Author

Noah Richler last month, as he spenta few hours at the school talkingabout words, stories and his newbook What We Talk About Wh en WeTalk About War. Though tful andthought-provoking in his time withthe students, Richer explained thatthe book explores th e full implicationsof the words we use to describe warsand warriors, and how those wordsand phrases used by the media canbecome part of a social giddinesswhich then affects the publicperception of the war(s) as a result.

Using the war in Afghanistan as anexample, Richler pointed out that, at

the onset of the war, we were told it wasa hu manitarian mission. Du ring themid dle p art o f the con flict (2006-2009),media started reporting of governmentprojects which were building schoolsfor girls in Afghan istan. The med iaspin on the war changed again after2009, at which time talk of the schoolsstopped altogether.

He went on to talk a bit aboutour changing persona in the worldmedia as well, noting that Canad aslong-standing reputation as a peacekeeping nation is being deliberatelychanged to one as a so called WarriorNation something he has a problemwith. He also adm itted to beingunh app y to hear Canad as DefenceMinister state that our soldiers werethe best Canadians, which would betantamount to treating missions likeAfghanistan as though they were ahockey game. He said it was reportedat one p oint that Canadas casualty ratewas the highest among United Nationcountries taking part, as if that wassomething to be proud of.

When asked if his out-spokenopinions about war an d th e mediastreatment of the topic had drawn heat,Richler admitted I do feel as thoughIm walking the plank sometimes., going on to note t hat h es often

gratified and relieved when peopleadm it that they share his opinions. Hespent some time making an effort toensure that the students spend time

thinking about how our stories aretold, urging them to be sceptical.

Richler also spent some timespeaking to the students abouthis last book This is My Country,

Wha ts You rs? A Literary Atla s ofCanada which won the 2007 BritishColum bias Nation al Award forCanadian Non -Fiction. In writing thenovel which is d escribed as a literarytravelogue and cultural portrait ofthe country, Richler interviewedstorytellers from Newfoundland toBritish Columbia and into the Arctic.He outlined to the students the variousways in wh ich stories are told in oursociety (via Myths, w hich explain theworld and how we should conductourselves, Epics, which are designedto sing th e virtues of a certain societyand Novels, which have the ability to

put you in the mind of another personin another time) and encouragedstudents to view their library andthe books therein as a conversationwith hundreds of people theyll nevermeet. He went on to say that notall books (conversations) we start arebooks we will finish stating If youdidn t like that book forget about it.I start a lot of books and dont finishwith th em because Id rather have aconversation w ith somebod y else.

For more information about NoahRichler and What We Talk AboutWhen We Talk About War, visitww w.gooselane.com. Visit ww w.forstersbookgarden .ca to ord er a copy

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causes these issues). Programs that relyon network connections or databases maynot react well to these modes either andare best closed before entering Sleep orHibernate.

Laptop u sers be aware - Most laptops w ill

enter a power-save mode automaticallywhen the lid is closed, therefore youhave to realize that closing the lid toosoon after selecting Shut Down willoverride the Shut Down command andinstead place your computer into Sleepor Hibernate. What will happ en next isthat when you go to resume operation ofyour computer it will promptly shutdow non you does this sound familiar? Thishappens because the last command youissued was to shut d own, how ever closingthe lid told the system to suspend thisand instead sleep/hibernate resumingcomputer operation the system continueswith the last instruction you gave it and

shuts down promp ting you to rant aboutthe stupid computer randomly shuttingdow n on you ! You can laugh abou t thisone now.

Resuming from Sleep/Hibernate variesa bit depend ing on the compu ter, most canbe woken up by pressing the power buttonhowever, sometimes simply pressing akey, clicking the m ouse bu tton, or liftingthe lap tops lid w ill bring it back to life.(Refer to you r comp uter s docum entationor website for more information.)

To change or confirm your powersettings (Windows 7 or Vista), openControl Panel from the Start menu- access Power Options, and click the

Change Plan Settings link next to thecurrently selected p ower plan.

Laptop users will also want to reviewthe settings for Choose What Closing theLid Does

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Remove The FearOf Mistakes

By Justin Popovic

Success Coachwww.igniteyouressence.com

When you start a new project ortake on a new task in your life, doyou spend a lot of time worryingabout making mistakes?

In my first job out of university,I took a position that involvedtraveling to customer sites toimplement fairly complex softwaresystems. I had very little experiencecompared to the other consultantswho performed the same role .My company was billing out mytime at very expensive rates so the

custom ers expectations were veryhigh.

Inevitably, there were times w hereI messed things up; usually due tolack of experience. In some cases themistakes would impact other partsof the business, cause down time ordelay p roject deadlines. Obviouslythe client would not be happy inthese circum stances.

Almost 100% of the time I wasable to turn a stressful situation likethis into a win for both myself andthe customer. Here was the simpleprocess:

Take Ownership: I made surethat the client knew I was taking

full responsibility for the problem.I apologized for the mistake andassured them I was going to doeverything p ossible to correct it.

Focus On The Solution: Insteadof getting frustrated, upset or

panicked, I forced myself to onlydw ell on poten tial solutions. I wouldcall colleagues for support andresearch the p roblem thoroughly andeventually a solution would presentitself.

Go Above And Beyond: Oncea solution was determined, notonly would I implement and testthe solution, I would do anythingelse beyond the call of duty thatproved to the customer that I caredabout doing a good job. It could

be something simple like writinga process document on how theproblem was resolved or somethingmore comp lex like adding features totheir system that they didnt pay for(as a bonus).

In many cases, I was able to turnthe once frustrated/upset customerinto a raving fan. The fact that I m adea mistake was so easily forgivablebecause I earned the respect andadmiration of the client through myactions.

Learn to accept the fact that youare going to mess up at som e point(in life or in business). When youcommit to excellence and do w hat it

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Sleep, Hibernate orJust Shut-Down

Instead of shutt ing off yourcomputer after each use (or leaving iton all the time), Window s Sleep andHibernate modes provide optionsfor conserving power w hen you are notusing your PC.

As an option to closing all yoursoftware programs and turning offyour comp uter, Sleep m ode allowsyou leave all your programs open andstill place your computer in a power-saving state. Wh en you return to yourcompu ter, after a break, you are able toquickly resume operation with all theprograms, documents and webpagesawaiting your return just as you leftthem. This comes in hand y if you arein the mid dle of researching somethingon the web and have multiple websiteand d ocuments open that you want toreference again. (Just to be on the safeside, remember to save any docum entsto your comp uter before entering sleepor hibernate mode.)

When entering Sleep mode yourcomputer memory is used to storethe state of your open programs anddocum ents, as they were, so that wh enyour computer restarts you jump backin exactly where you left off.

Sleep mode does require a smallamou nt of power to remain in this statebut far less than leaving your comp uterrun ning. Laptop uses should beaware, if the laptop is not plugged in,this mode will still drain your battery,albeit at a far reduced rate.

Hibernation, which was primarilydesigned for laptop computers, hassimilar benefits to sleep m ode - savingyour open programs and documentsexactly as they were - except it takespower-saving one step further as itrequires no power to remain in thisstate.

In hibernation mode, the state of

your open programs and documentsare written to your hard disk beforeenter ing this zero-power sta te .Resuming computer operations isfaster when compared to a completeshutdown but slightly longer thanresum ing from Sleep mode.

The Sleep and H ibernate options aretypically accessed via th e arrow besidethe Shut down button on the Startmenu (In Windows 7 and Vista). XPhas Stand by and H ibernate featureswh ich operate sim ilarly.

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Glendale Veterinary HospitalCelebrates 10 years of

Caring for Your Best Friends!

Glendale Veterinary Hospital invites youto help celebrate their 10th AnniversaryOpen Hou se, Satur day, Jun e 9, 2012 from11:00am-2:00pm a t the clinic on Ch arlestonSideroad in Caledon.

Enjoy a tasty BBQ with delicious cakefor dessert. At 12:00 noon th e Ministryof Natural Resources Canine unit will doa demonstration. There is fun for kids; ajum py castle , face pain ting , cot ton can dyand mor e. Also, raffles with proceedsgoing to Animal Alliance and CaledonAnimal Shelter. Animals w ill be there foradop tion from An imal Alliance. There w illfacility tours for anybody who would liketo see the clinics inner w orkin gs!

Dr. Cathy Hooper, owner of GlendaleVeterinary Hospital remark s how fast timegoes by. I remem ber watching them dig

the basement of the clinic and how excitedmy family, my staff and I were to see thebuilding finished. We have added trees,flowers and other landscaping. We havesaid hello to some new staff and goodbyeto others. We have welcomed many lovelyclienteles. We have shared in happ y andsad times. I have wonderful memories ofthe past 10 years here in Caledon an d lookforward to m any more.

Glendale Veterinary Hospital providespro fessional veterinary care for pets. So thenext time your best friend needs p articularattention Dr. Cathy Hooper, Dr. NatalieSoligo and the friendly staff at Glendalelook forward to m eeting your family!

Meet u s on Saturd ay, Jun e 9th, 2012 - wewould love to show you around.

10th Anniv ersaryOPEN HOUSE BBQ & Family Fun!

Safe ways totake pets on

the roadTo those who feel a vacationisn t complete unless thefamily pet comes along, yourenot alone. The U.S. TravelAssociation says that 49 percentof Americans feel the pet is justanother member of the familyand 18 percent of U.S. travelersplan to take their pets along thenext time they travel. Canada,Australia, New Zealand andthe United States have softenedlaws regarding internationaltravel with a companion animal.With the Pet Passport Scheme,or PETS, individuals may travelfreely with their pets to membercountries on approved carriers.S o me p r o c e d u r e s i n c lu d ecertification o f rabies vaccinationand the anim als microchip ortattoo number.

Car trips are common forms oftravel with a companion animalin tow. While many pets areeasygoing, there are some whoare unaccustomed to travelingwith their owners and m ay evenbalk at rid ing along. Acclimatingand p rotecting your p et for travelwill require a little patience and

some pointers.

Secure t he petJust as you would buckle

up when entering the car, soshould you buckle up a pet. It isimportan t to ensure the animal isnot a moving target around thecar should an accident occur. Notonly could you risk injury to thepet, but you also risk injury toyourself if the animal becomes aprojectile.

Even if an accident does notoccur, a jittery pet, or one whois content to jump from back

seat into the front, could prove adistraction wh ile driving. He orshe could also bump into the gearshift or get stuck und er the gas orbrake pedal. It is much better tokeep the pet secured.

Pets may travel in a well-ventilated carrier. Larger dogsmay need to be belted into the carwith a sp ecial dog harn ess. Thereare also barrier screens and gatesthat can be installed, typically inSUVs, to restrict the p et.

AcclimationSome pets just do not enjoy

being placed in a carrier or riding

in a car. They may need somecoaxing and practice to becomecomfortable if a trip is planned.The ASPCA suggests getting thepet used to a longer trip by takinga series of short tr ips first over thecourse of a few days or weeks.With each trip, grad ually increasetime spent in the car.

It may help to bring along a pettoy or blanket that is soothing tothe anim al, so he or she associatesthe car w ith a safe place, just likehome.

Even after several attempts toacclimate your pet to the idea of

a car trip, the animal may stillnot be happy about the idea.

Talk to a veterinarian abou t otherstrategies or whether a mildsedative could make the traveleasier.

Safet y tipsAlthough m any pet owners are

aware of certain dos and dontswhen it comes to traveling with apet, many still engage in behav iorthat could be dangerous to theanimal.

One of the common offensesis letting the pet ride with his orher head outside of the window.While this may seem like heavento the dog or cat, this pu ts the petat risk of being injured by flyingobjects, including debris in theeyes. It can also increase the riskof the animal falling out of themoving vehicle.

Another mistake many peoplemake is leaving the pet inside ofa car -- even for a short du rationof time. The ASPCAwarns thateven with the windows open,a parked car can rapidly heatup and heatstroke can occur.A similar thing takes place inthe winter with the car gettingmuch too cold. If you anticipate

having to make stops, be sure togo where you can take the pet ou tand along with you.

Comfort and careAn animal out of his or her

environment or element couldbecome skittish. Try to keep apets feeding sched ule as closeto normal as possible. Thiswill minimize the chances ofdiscomfort or even digestiveaggravation. Bring along bottledwater or tap water from homebecause drinking water froman unfamiliar area could result

in unwanted digestive distress,which could p rove uncomfortablefor pet and ow ner alike.

As an added precaution, youmay wan t to invest in rubb erizedfloor liners and waterproof seatcovers, says the ASPCA. Thishelps if the animal gets carsickor has an accident. Removableseat covers can also proveadvantageous for collecting furand keeping the interior of the carless messy than n eed be.

IdentificationIt is important to always carry

proper identification for your

pet, as well as documentationof vaccinations. For those whohave not yet m icrochipped theircompanion animal, now may bethe time to d o so. The microchipis a very small device implantedund er the skin of the pet, usuallyby the scruff of the neck. It willtransmit contact informationwhen a specialized transmitter iswaved over the m icrochip.

Theres also the old-fashio nedmethod of having your dog orcat collared with an ID tag. Usingthis in conjunction with a leashand harness will help reduce the

chances of losing your pet whileon the road.

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By Shelly Sargent

I grew up in a family that lovedits rhubarb. Since rhubarb is one ofthe earliest harvests from the gard en,Im alw ays excited to see it starting t osprou t. And as soon it pokes its headout of the ground, we start makingrhu barb pies, sauces and crumbles.

Our rhubarb patch is SO prolific,

we always have more than we canuse up . So this year, Ive decided tolook into a few new ways to prepareand p reserve the tangy stalks. Withthat in mind, I started perusingcookbooks and recipe websitesand found the following recipe forRhubarb Marmalade. I had a packageof frozen rhubarb in the freezer, soI made up a few jars and was verypleased with the results. Not only isit delicious, but it is very simple tomake and takes no time at all. Sinceour jam preserves are always thefirst to get used up each winter, Illbe doing down a few batches of this

sweet-tart toast-topp er for sure.

Do you think the rain will hurt the rhubarb?

Give the gift of green for Mothers Day

Ingredients: 6 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb 6 cups sugar

2 medium oranges

Rhubarb Marmalade

1. Combine rhubarb and sugar in a large heavysaucepan. Grind oranges, including the peels, in afood processor; add to rhubarb mixture. Bring to aboil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirringoften until marmalade sheets from a spoon, about 1hour.2. Pour into hot jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Adjustcaps. Process in a boiling-water bath for 10 minutes,Footnotes If using frozen rhubarb, measure rhubarb whilestill frozen, then thaw completely. Drain in a colander,

but do not press liquid out.Source: www.allrecipes.com

Directions:

Do you have a great, simple, nourishingrecipe youd like to share with us for an

upcoming Grannys Kitchen?Drop Shelly a line at

[email protected] with your idea!

Mom may appreciate chocolate or flowers. But forchildren w ho want to offer her something a little morespecial -- especially for their eco-conscious moms --there are a number of different gift options to makeMom s big d ay as eco-friendly as it is enjoyable.

An eco-friendly gift for Mom is a gift that keeps ongiving. When you jot down your gift idea list, thinkabout ad ding th ese green gifts.

* Make a basket of gardening g ear. Gard en plan ts and

supp lies are perhap s the greenest gifts to give Mom. Plants are soplentiful and varied that there are bound to be ideal flowers orgreenery for every moth ers tastes. Compile different gard eningessentials, such as seeds or seedlings, organic soil mix, mulch,all-natural compost, and a few different planting containers.You can also includ e garden ing gloves and ergonomic toolsmad e of recycled m aterials. Finish th e gift with the inclusion ofa book that d escribes different garden designs and gives tips for

beginners.* Dine at a local restaurant. M any families take Mom out for

a meal on her special day. To make the experience eco-friendly,select among restaurants that are close to home in the area.Explore the possibilities of restaurants that may serve foodsmade with local, organic ingredients. If you cannot find sucha restaurant, do not worry, just choose a local establishment toconserve fuel.

* Pay for a car tune-up . Improving the gas m ileage on Mom scar is one gift that can be environmentally friendly. Accordingto the United States Department of Energy, keeping a car inshape can help save money and improve fuel economy. Fixinga serious maintenan ce problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor,can imp rove Moms gas m ileage by as mu ch as 40 percent. Also,be sure to have her car tires pr operly inflated. She can be losinggas mileage by 0.3 percent for every 1 psi d rop in all four tires.Getting an oil change w ith the recommend ed grad e of motor oilis another gas mileage improvemen t measure.

* Purchase eco-friendly kitchen items. It may be a major fauxpas to give Mom an app liance or a new vacuu m for MothersDay. However, if your mother is an avid cook or baker, shemay appreciate some new mixing bowls or utensils made fromrecycled materials. If Mom is the consu mm ate entertainer, get hernew glass tum blers and sipping straw s mad e from recycled glass.They are perfect for serving cocktails and ou tdoor entertaining.

* Pamper mom with organic products. What mom doesntenjoy a little pam pering from time to time? You can treat you rmother to a spa experience at home by assembling a basket full oforganic shamp oo, conditioner, massage oils, bath salts, and anyother organic spa items you can find.

* Select organic fruits and flowers. Companies like www.organicbouquet.com can assemble a bouquet made fromresponsibly grown flowers or even a wreath for a wall or door.

They also have food gifts, from organic fruits to nu ts.* Spend the day outdoors. Most moms cherish any gift from

their children, w hether lavish or simple. A nice, eco-friendly giftis to spend time together. Research local parks or hiking trailsand p lan a day where you both commune w ith nature. Or evenhead to the seaside for a relaxing d ay. Explore the landscape andbe on the lookout for birds and wash ed up treasure from the sea.Plan to finish the day w ith a homem ade, picnic lunch.


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New equipment for GroundSearch and Rescue Teams

The Ontario Search and Rescue VolunteerAssociation (OSARVA) recently announcedthat Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) Teamshave been provided with variety of equipmentover the last few months to augment theirexisting inventory. This additional equipmentcan be used not only during active Searchesand Training, but to support Public AwarenessPrograms that they provide w ithin their homecommunities.

The funding for this equipment comes fromthe SAR New Incentives Fund (NIF) Programadm inistered by the N ational Search Secretariatand funded by the Government of Canada.OSARVA applied for a grant in 2010 to assistGroun d Search and Rescue teams in the Provinceto modify training and search techniques,create Public Awareness Programs w ithin theircommunities, improve communications and

reporting, and to increase their equipmentinventory to enhance search capabilities andsafety. The NIF Merit Board app roved OSARVAand its Member Teams in Ontario, for a two yeargrant in the amount of $515,000.

OSARVAs main focus is to ensure that allvolunteer teams are properly trained to d o the

job th at th ey are b eing tasked to do find th elost person.

At an event on Ap ril 14th, 2012, HOCSARVA(Humber Orangeville Campus Search andRescue) was presented w ith the following:

1. Computer, Software products, Printers,Multi-Media p rojector, with a variety of otherAudio Visual equ ipmen t and accessories.

Public Awareness is very important when

it comes to the safety of outdoor enthusiasts.Having the ability to present Preventionprogram s, to set up information displays, and toadvocate for safety is just p art of wh at your localVolun teer GSAR Team is abou t. Mu ch of thisequipment is to be u sed for team training anddu ring active searches. Today s new M app ing

Photo courtesy of The Regional

Members of HOCSARVA posed for a photograph with local officials at the Orangeville Campus ofHumber College on April 14, 2012.

Systems software, GPS software and Team informationand rep orting program s, requires more up-to-date andflexible system s.

2. Motorola two-way radios Eight hand-held 5watt radios with chargers, surp lus batteries and

accessories, and one 45 watt Mobile Rad io moun tedin a Pelican carryin g case.These radios are programm ed w ith the teams own

frequency as well as assigned common frequencies thatallow commu nications w ith Police and

other Emergency Response agencies. These common

frequencies will also allow SAR Teams to train andsearch along w ith other teams in th e Province.

Additional communications equipment will nowallow SAR Search teams to carry multiple radios. Thisis not only for additional safety and backup , but

allows the members of the search team to create twoor more smaller teams if needed . The 45 watt mobileradio allows a team to maximize its search rang e or torelay transmissions between search teams.

3. Additional eq uipm ent GPS, Compasses, Maps,Brochures, Posters and other Signage

Suspicious PersonInvestigation

(CALEDON, ON) On MondayApril 30, 2012 at 4:34pm officerswith the Caledon Detachmentof the Ontario Provincial Police(OPP) began an investigation afterreceiving information about asuspicious male who was in thearea of Innis Lake Road an d HealeyRoad.

Police learned that the male wasdriving a pickup truck on InnisLake Road at app roximately 4:00pmwhen he stopped and talked witha teenage girl after she had gottenoff her school bus. The subjectmaterial of the conversation wasinappropriate in nature which wasrecognized by the teenager. Themale left when she threatened tocall Police.

The male is described as beingCaucasian , in his late 40s with longshoulder length curly grey hair anda scruffy beard. He had a chubbyface and a d ouble chin. The vehiclehe was driving is described as ablack pickup truck with a silver linedown the side and a black cap onthe back. He was last seen headingnorthbou nd on Innis Lake Road.

If it is safe to do so, obtaining alicence plate number by taking a

photo w ith your cell phone, writing

it on a piece of paper, your armor in the mud can be very helpfulto police. The OPP reminds allmembers of the public to be awareof their person al safety at all times.The OPPs website, w ww.opp .ca, contains a number of usefulresources, tips and links.

Anyone with information aboutthe involved male or vehicle isasked to contact Caledon OPP at(905) 584-2241 or Crime Stoppersat 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Youcan submit information online atww w.peelcrimestoppers.ca. CrimeStoppers does not subscribe tocall display and you will remainanonymous. Being anonymous,you will not testify in court andyour information m ay lead to a cashreward of up to $2,000.

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Photo courtesy of The RegionalVolunteers at the Caledon MS Walk 2012. Although pledges

are still being totalled, organizers say the walk inCaledon has already raised over $30,000.

Sylvia JonesMPP NamedPC Caucus Chairand AttorneyGeneral Critic(Qu eens Park ) Yester da y,

Ontario Progressive Con servativeLeader Tim Hudak announcednew roles and responsibilitiesfor his Cau cus. Sylvia Jones M PP,Dufferin-Caledon was asked totake on the role of PC CaucusChair, as well as Critic for theMinistry of Attorney General.

Its an hon our th e Leader hasasked me to serve as CaucusChair, Jones said. The AttorneyGeneral Critic is a wide-rangingportfolio that affects a variety ofdifferent issues, and I am eager to

get started in my new roles.

The Caucus Chair calls andpresides over the PC MPPsCaucus meetings. The role waspreviously held by ElizabethWitmer, the former MPP forKitchener-Water loo. Witmerresigned on April 27th afterserving 22 years as a Member ofProvincial Parliament.

To read m ore about w hat Joneshas do ne in the Legislatur e, pleasevisit: w ww.sylviajonesmp p.ca.


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Sp ring Hom eSpring Hom eIm p rove m entIm provem entThe Regional- May 2012 17

8 PageHOME IMPROVEMENT

SECTION PULLOUT

Things to know before building a deckStatistics from the U.S. Census

Bureau Housing Survey indicate thathomeowners ann ually spend billionsof dollars improving outdoor livingareas.

One of the most popular ways to dojus t th at is to ad d a d eck to a hom e.Decks are beneficial in many ways.Grillmasters love decks because theymake th e perfect place to set up a grilland a table and cook for family andfriend s. Those who simp ly love beingoutdoors find decks the perfect placeto relax and soak up some sun or idleaway the evening hours.

But hom eowners who wan t to builda deck should know a few thingsbefore that pr ocess begins.

* Permits are necessary. Unless thedeck is going to be especially small,you w ill likely need a p ermit to buildit. Before buying any materials orconsulting any contractors, makecertain you know which permitsyou need and how to get them. If theprop er permits are not secured beforethe project begins, you might have totear dow n the wh ole project and startall over again.

* Decks don t hav e to go on the ba ckof the house. If the back of your hou sesits in the blazing sun all day, then

its prob ably best to build the d eckelsewh ere, and th ats perfectly alright.So long as the property and permitsallow, decks can be bu ilt on the sid e ofa home as well, and p utting a d eck onthe side might be more comfortable.

* Decks dont have to be made ofwood . Its easy to assum e all decks aremade of plain wood. However, deckscan be made out of a wide varietyof materials, natural or synthetic.Pressure treated wood is perhaps themost popular material for deckingbecause its not very exp ensive.But manmade materials that are amixture of recycled plastic and w oodbits or sawdust are also popularbecause they require no maintenan ce.

But homeowners should know thatmanm ade materials can get hot in thesun, w hich will require those enjoyingthe deck to wear shoes.

* Expect to do some digging. Ifyoure going to build your own deck,expect to do some serious digging.Local building codes will dictatehow deep you will need to dig forthe pier footings, which support thedecks weight. Just how deep youlldig d epend s on your climates specificfrost line, but its safe to assu me you llget a workout in wh en digging.

Pool safety tips for parents

* The deck can have multiple levels.Though many people associate deckswith one level, its possible to have amulti-level deck if you simply donthave enough room to build a deckthat will be big enough to meet all ofyour needs. A multi-level deck canbreak up those long flights of stairswhile ensuring you will always havesomewh ere to go to escape the sun ona hot d ay.

* You will want to protect the deck.Decks are a costly investment, and you

will want to p rotect that investment.If youre building a wood deck, keepin mind the sun will beat down onthe deck for most of the year. Youcan protect the deck by painting it.Paint provides sun screen for the deck,stopping the sun from breaking down

the material. Once youve finishedpain ting, app ly sealant, whether itsoil- or water-based.

* Dont forget fasteners. Fastenerswill hide the screws for aestheticappeal. But not a l l woods andfasteners are the right fit, as certainwoods are only compatible withcertain fasteners. Find out whichfasteners make the right fit ahead oftime. Because fasteners conceal thescrews, they also make it possible togo barefoot on the d eck.

A deck makes a great addition tomany hom es, but hom eowners shouldlearn as mu ch as possible about decksand what goes into building thembefore making any d ecking d ecisions.

When shopping for a home, parentsoften marvel at properties that featurea pool in th e backyard. Once they seea pool, parents envision their kidshaving fun in the sun with friends andfamily.

While days spent poolside withthe family are fun, they can also bedangerous, especially for children.According to the Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention, childrenages 1 to 4 have the highest drow ningrates, and fatal drowning is thesecond -leading cause of un intentionalinjury-related d eath for children ages

1 to 14 years. Its no w ond er then w hyparents place such a strong emphasison p ool safety. The followin g are somepreventative measures parents cantake to red uce their childs risk of anaccident in the pool.

* Ensure children know how toswim. Teaching kids to swim mightsound obvious, but many kids jumpinto pools before having any formalswimming training. But a child whohas received formal sw imming lessonshas a sign ificantly smaller risk of injuryor drowning than one who has notreceived formal lessons. A 2009 studypu blished in the Archives of Pediatricsand M edicine found th at participationin formal swimming lessons canreduce the risk of drowning by 88percent among children ages 1 to 14years. Local community centers aswell as the YMCA and even the RedCross likely offer swimming lessonsfor children, so parents should takeadvantage of these highly effectiveprograms.

* Pay constant attention when kidsare in the pool. Kids should never beleft unattended when in a pool. Butaccidents happen even when p arentsare nearby. However, how quicklyadults or others respond to a child indanger can have a significant impact

on the outcome of an emergencysituation. A study in the medicaljou rn al Ped ia tr ics d et er min ed th atthe more quickly someone is able tointervene, such as adm inistering CPR,the better the chance of imp roving theoutcome. So parents shou ld respondas quickly as possible whenever theysuspect something has gone wrong inthe pool.

* Dont rely on air-filled or foamtoys. Parents should not rely onair-filled flotation devices such aswater wings as a safety measure.Such devices can deflate, puttingkids at risk, especially if parents areund er the assumption that the d evicesare enough to keep kids safe whilethey man the grill or mow the lawn.Even if kids wearing flotation d eviceshave had swimming lessons, thelikelihood kids will panic and forgetthose lessons if the devices deflate issignificant enoug h that p arents shouldpay constant attention.

* Do not consume alcohol. Adultsshould never consume alcoholwhile children are swimming in thepool. Alcohol can negatively affectjud gem ent, b alance an d coor dinat ion ,making it m ore difficult to respond toa pool em ergency shou ld one occur.In addition, the effects of alcoholare heightened by exposure to thesun and heat, so consuming alcoholon hot summer days while kids areswimming in the pool could be anunn ecessary risk.

* Put all toys away after swimm ing.A pool and its surrounding deckshould not have toys lying around,as this only ent ices children to go intothe pool area when Mom and Dadmight not be home or w atching them.A study from the Consumer ProductSafety Commission found that mostyoung children who drowned inpools were last seen in the home andhad been out of sight for less than fiveminutes. Kids can quickly disappear,and it m ight be too late before parentsnotice their youngster has jump ed intothe pool unsupervised. Put all toysaway once a swimming session ends,so kids dont feel the urge to go playby the pool u nsupervised.

A backyard pool is both fun andpotentially dangerous. A few safety

measures can drastically reduce therisk of drowning or injury, but parentsshould remain alert and attentivewhenever kids are swimming orplaying around the pool.


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Many homeowners a sp i retoward a pristine and lush lawn.For some a nice lawn givesthem feelings of pride. Othersbelieve a perfect lawn enablesthem to have the best-lookinghouse in the neighborhood.

Many homeowners spend hoursoutdoors perfecting their lawnsor spend a good deal of moneyhiring p rofessionals to make theirlawn more appealing. But justbecause a lawn looks good nowdoesnt mean it will look goodlater. Thats because delicate gra sscan be damaged by a number ofdifferent factors.

GrubsGrubs are not very lawn-

friendly. Grubs are actually thelarval stage of different types oflarge beetles. These worm-likecreatures feed on the roots ofgrass and are able to kill largesections of the law n in a relativelyshort amount of time. It cansometimes be difficult to discernwhe the r g rubs , d rought o ranother other pest has damaged alawn. One w ay to check is to graba portion of the damaged lawnand attempt to peel it back. If itcomes back easily like a p iece ofcarpet, its likely gru bs. Spottinggrubs underneath is a sure signthese larvae are killing the law n.

Using an insecticide for grubcontrol in July can help kill offgrubs that start hatching in

August through September. Grubeggs do well in sunny patches oflawn that are well watered. More

shade m ay d eter them. Theresalso the option of letting the lawngo dormant and not watering it,but you w ill be left with a brow n,unapp ealing lawn.

Pet Urine

Pets can also damage a lawn.Pet urine can create burnt patchesand significant discoloration onthe lawn, particularly if the dogor cat uses one area consistentlyas their potty zone.

The best way to prevent urinedamage is to walk your dogso that he or she will not havefree reign of the yard. However,sometimes dogs get out or straycats and dogs visit your yard andrelieve themselves without yourknowled ge. So this method is notfoolproof. Therefore, you sho uldtake added action to maintain alush lawn.

First, make sure that soiland lawn is in good health byfertilizing and taking care of itproperly. Second, water can diluteurine and neutralize its corrosiveprop erties. Some have foun d thatdiluted urine can often act as afertilizer to grass. You may havenoticed that the outside ring of aurine-burned sp ot is often greenerthan the healthy lawn. Try todilute the urine prior to 8 hourshaving elapsed for the best effect.

Burrowing animalsMoles and voles are among

the more common lawn damageculprits. Voles are small rodentsthat resemble mice but have

How to prevent lawn damage

Preventing lawn damage includes cleaning up after pets, whose urine can cause discoloration in the yard.

stouter bodies, shorter tails and roun derheads. They feast on everything frombulbs, succulent roots, ground cover, andeven dead animals in their paths. Theirburrows enable them to move aroundrelatively undetected, typically until thedamage has already been done.

Moles, although they have a similar-sounding name, are not related to volesand look very different. They have acylindrical body shape with velvety fur,very small or invisible ears and largepaws for digging. Moles often feed onearthworm s and other small invertebratesfound in t he soil. The burrow s they createare essentially traps for the worms, whofall into the burrows, where moles easilyaccess them. Moles often stockpile wormsfor later consumption in undergroundlarders.

Voles can be kept away with naturalvole predators, such as cats, hawks,owls and snakes. Mouse traps can alsocapture voles wh en baited. You m ay alsodig sharp materials or chicken wire intoyour soil around planting beds to makeit uncomfortable for voles and moles totunnel through.

Moles can also be controlled with traps.Finding active mole tunnels will help youplace the traps effectively to either kill orsimply contain the mole. The live animalcan be relocated to a site w here they wontcause trouble.

Lawn damage can occur through anumber of different factors. Finding outthe cause can help you find an effectivetreatment.


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( N C ) P r e s cr i p t i o n d r u g s ,non-prescription drugs and naturalhealth products are widely used inCanada, especially by older adults.Stud ies have shown that man y Canadianseniors take multiple prescriptions at atime which makes it even more importantto watch for serious and u nexpected sideeffects.

If you or someone you care for takesmu ltiple health pr odu cts, it makes senseto be mindful of the way those produ ctsmight interact with other substances.

For example, did you know thatgrapefruit or grapefruit juice caninterfere with the way your bodyhandles certain drugs? People takingprescription medication for conditions

such as angina, anxiety, cancer, HIV/AIDS or high blood pressure may havea reaction from consuming grapefruit orgrapefruit juice.

People taking blood thinners shouldbe aware that certain antibiotics,non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents,acetaminophen and antidepressants canaffect the amount of Warfarin in theirbloodstream. Too much Warfarin maycause excessive bleeding, while too littlecould affect the dru gs ability to preventclots, which could lead to serious healtheffects, such as a heart attack or stroke.

Hea l th Canada is encouragingCanadians to ask the i r hea l th

professionals about potential sideeffects and interactions for the healthproducts they take, and to be on thelookout for any symp toms that are outof the ordinary. If you n otice any u nusu alsymptoms after taking prescription ornon-prescription h ealth prod ucts, seekmedical advice right away and ask yourdoctor or pharm acist about reporting thereaction to Health Canad a.

You can also follow th ese basic stepsto help you protect yourself and that ofyour loved ones:

Ask your health professional aboutpotential side effects and interactions forhealth products you are using;

Read and keep any information thatis provided with the health produ ct.

Health Canada tracks reports of sideeffects and oth er information to identifynew safety information on drugs andother health p rodu cts. You can reportadverse reactions directly to HealthCanada by visiting www.health.gc.ca/medeffect or by calling 1-866-234-2345toll free.

Fevers scare many parents.When a childs temp eraturesrises, it can induce panic andhelplessness. But when parentsrecognize that fevers areoftentimes not incredibly harm fulto children, that recognition canredu ce panic and overreliance onfever-reducing medication.

If a child is healthy, a feverdoes not necessarily indicateanyt hing serious. A fever is arise in temperature initiated bythe hypothalamus in the brain,which acts as th e bodys internalthermostat. The average bodytemperature is 98.6 F (37 C), butif body temp erature is measuredconsistently throughout the day,this temperature will fluctuate.In fact, body tem peratu re is oftenlower in the morning and higherin the mid dle of the day.

I n m a n y c a s e s , t h ehypotha lamus ra ises body

temperature as the result of aninfection or illness, accordingto the Nemours Foundation forChild rens Health . It is believedthat making the body lesshospitable to viruses and bacteria

helps reduce their propensity togrow and multiply.

A fever is often a goodindicator that a person is sick,wh ich can sometimes be d ifficultto determine if there are noapparent symptoms. This canparents and doctors discoverwh at is triggering the fever.

For parents of toddlers andolder children , a fever of 103 F orless is generally nothing to ru nto the doctor about. There is noinherent harm in letting the feverrun its course, and it can actuallyprove beneficial in fighting theviral or bacterial illness that iscausing the fever in the firstplace.

If your child is a newborn, afever of 101 F or higher can beconsidered a m edical emergencyand should be evaluated by adoctor right a way. Youn gstersages 7 weeks to 3 months

should be brought to a doctorimmed iately if they have a feverof 101 or higher.

If a child has a fever of 104or higher and his or her bodytemperature will not come

down to 101 or 102, even withtreatment, this is a cause forconcern. This guideline, courtesyof renowned childhood m edicalexpert Dr. Sears, can help par entsdet ermin e if their childs bodytemperature is something theyshould be concerned about.

* Normal temperature - 97 to

99 degr ees (36 to 37.2 Celsius).* Low-grade fever - 99 to 100.9

degrees (37.3 to 38.3 Celsius).* Common fever - 101 to 103.5

degrees (38.4 to 39.7 Celsius).* High fever - any fever over

103.6 degrees (39.8 Celsius).Most pediatricians agree that a

fever should not be treated withacetaminophen or ibuprofenif it is not making a childextremely un comfortable. Thesemedications can be used if thechild has pain or is complainingabout how they feel about thefever. Acetaminophen is used

every 4 hours while ibuprofenlasts a little longer and is givenevery 6 to 8 hours.

When checking fevers ,parents often wonder whichthermom eter is best. While some

Health product interactionscan be dangerous

Facts about childhood fever

parents emp loy the lips-on-the-forehead meth od, thereare more accurate methods of determining temperatu rereadings.

Glass rectal or oral/und erarm thermometers:These have been around the longest and have a provenrecord of accuracy. They do take the longest t o read atemperature and can be difficult when dealing withfidgety kid s.

Ear thermometer: This quick and easy thermometerhas become a favorite method. But accuracy can vary,giving d ifferent readings from each ear.

Temporal thermometer: Another quick method ,this thermometer is swept across the temp oral artery inthe forehead and has a better accuracy rating than theear thermometer.

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Active Liv ingActive Livingand Wellne s sand WellnessThe Regional- May 2012 26

Tips to Avoid Dehydration

The days are growing longer,and the weather is becoming

progressively warmer. With thewinter hibernation coming toa close for another year, manypeople are crawling out of theirindoor caves, and spendingmore time outsid e. There is anundeniable association betweenthe warmth of the sun and ourdesire to be active. We all knowhowever, that when we increaseour physical activity, especiallyas the temperature rises, ourbodily demands for fluids alsoincrease. But are we do ingenough to prevent dehydrationthat is inevitable from inad equate

fluid intake? If you are gettingthirsty, the answ er is no!

Importance of Wat erWater is the largest comp onent

of the body, making up 60% oftotal body mass in the averagelean adu lt. It is found withinand between every single cell.Our blood, cerebrospinal fluid,synovial f luid, and lymphare prim arily mad e of it. Itpowers digestion, lubricatesour joints, permits respiration,delivers oxygen to our tissues,and removes toxins from thebody. Need less to say, wateris a requirement for life, and isgrossly taken for granted!

Understanding ThirstThe th i r s t sensa t ion is

not a warning for pendingdehydra t ion, as commonlybelieved. In reality, it is triggeredby actual dehydrationso ifyou are feeling thirsty, you arealready dehyd rated! The ThirstCenter is an area of the brainlocated in the hypothalamus,specifically the periventricularnuclei (for those who like toget technical). It is respon sible

for gathering information fromthe body, and alerting us whenthere is insufficient water in thesystem. There are three mainways that the brain detectsdehydration from receptors inthe body:

1. Dry mouth and pharynxf rom inadequa te wate r toprod uce saliva.

2 . Increased osmolar i ty(concentration) of the blood.Essentially, water dilutes bloodto the prop er concentration, andwhen water is lacking, bloodbecomes more concentrated th an

it should be.3. Decreased blood pressurefrom a decreased blood volume,since blood is largely made ofwater.

Daily Water RequirementsThe human body lacks a

long-term water storage system.Water is lost primarily through

the urine, but also in the feces,lungs, and skin. Needless to say,

any water lost must be replacedin order to maintain health. Buthow m uch is necessary? This isa far more complicated questionthan likely perceived. Waterdemands change dependingon body size, composition,medications, ingested diuretics(caffeine/alcohol) , physicalactivity, gend er, and age. Mostpeople are familiar with the 8glasses/day recommendation,but it takes for granted theindividu ality of people.

Sparing the complicatedrational for wh y, a m ore accurate

calculation for ad ults is:Water Intake = 35 [ml/kg] x

current weight [kg]Simply plug your current

weight (kilograms) in to theequation, to find out how manymillilitres of water you shou ld beconsuming per d ay. Please note,this is the total water needed forhealthy function, and some wateris gotten through ingested food,so the number will be slightlyhigher than the amount of purewater that should be drank. Alsonote, this does not hold true forchildren and infants, and isinsufficient in h ot climates, andwith stren uou s exercise.

Water should be consumedspread throughout the day.While pop and juices arepr imar i ly made of wate r ,they should not be viewed asacceptable replacements for pu rewater.

W a t e r D e m a n d s w i t hIncreased Physical Activity

The above guidelines are onlyto maintain healthy hydrationon a d aily basis, at a mild level ofactivity. If you are an ath lete, orare participating in a strenuousactivity, a water intake above

and beyond is necessary, andthis requires more planning. Toavoid dehydration follow theseguidelines:

Consum e 500 ml of waterone hou r prior to your activity tomaximally hydrate your tissues.

Water should be consumedat a rate of 500 ml/hour d uringmoderate activity and 750-1000m l /hour du r ing s t r e nuousactivity.

Rehydra t ion fo l lowingactivity is just as important ashyd ration du ring activity. Weighyour self before and after exercise

to find out how much waterweight you lost. Drink 600 mlfor every poun d lost!

If you have salt residu e onyour clothing, you are losingelectrolytes that should bereplaced. Consider a 6% sportsbeverage (Gatorade) duringactivity to maintain electrolytelevels.

Can You Drink too much Water?As with anything, it is possible to get too

mu ch of a good th ing. Water intoxication isa real medical problem, though exceedinglyrare. Healthy individu als would need tovastly over consume water in order to beaffected. There is amp le medical evidenceshowing that it is far safer to slightlyexceed daily water requirements then to

be chronically un der-hyd rated . Though , itis always best to feed your body the sameamount of water that it requires for optimalfunction. If you have a p re-existing m edicalcondition, especially kidney or heart d isease,always seek professional guidance beforemaking large changes to your fluid intake.

By Dr. Michael Long

Naturopathic Doctor atOptimum Integrative Health Centre

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Caledon Community Services toLaunch Recipe for Resiliency :A Response to Poverty

Explaining the Olympic Torch Relay

C a le don C om m uni tyServices (CCS), Caledonslargest health, employmen t,

resettlement, sm all businessdevelopment and socialservice agency, is nowa dd ing a n innova t ivehomelessness and foodsupport program to itsmenu of services.

CCS food suppor tprogram will be far morethan a traditional foodbank. Employment skillstraining, nutrition classes,family cooking classes,seniors jarring activities,farming partnerships andeven some sales overseen

by a youth enterp rise are allpart of the vision of whatwill be available at this newcommun ity hub.

For years, CCS hasoffered a sm all food h amp erprogram out of a closet

within our Bolton homeoffice. No longer. saysMichelle Stubbs, Directorof Community Resources.Funding r eceived from theGraham Family Found ation,the United Way of PeelRegion and the Region ofPeel has helped us take thisstep and move our visionforward.

Bringing this projectto opening day is CCSnew Manager of PovertyRedu ction Partnerships, Ms.Kim DEri. With 15 years

experience in leadershipand project managementroles, Kim is uniquelyqualified for this role and

has hit the ground running.A 3,600 squar e foot locationhas finally been confirmed

in Bolton, building plansare in the works ande x t e n s i v e c o m m u n i t youtreach is supporting abuilding campaign and thedevelopment of the rightoperational model. CalledRecipe for Resiliency, thefood support operationswill be governed by avolunteer-led ManagementCommittee and a series ofproject groups. It will alsobe closely connected to allof CCS other communityservices.

I n v e s t m e n t s a n dvolunteers are both beingsought for the constructionof the program site, its

extensive furnishings andequipment and its day-to-day operations.

This is the right time,after years of planning,to launch this excitingi n n o v a t i o n f o r o u rcommunity, noted MontyLaskin, CCS ExecutiveDirector: The Board ofDirectors, our staff andvolunteers look forward to

join in g w ith com mu nitychampions over the comingmonths to make th ishapp en. For a very long timeweve wanted to combinenutr it ion and educationwith a social entrepreneurial

spirit. Caledon is the p erfectcommunity for this andRecipe for Resiliency hasmany p eople very excited.

The Olympic Torch Relay is one of the morerecognizable traditions associated with theOlymp ic gam es. This years Sum mer Olym picsare set to begin in London in July, and thetradition of the Torch Relay will once again bea p art of th e festivities.

Where will the flame go?The Olympic Torch will visit every county

of the United Kingdom, every Local Auth orityon Northern Ireland and Scotland and everyborough in London. Visit www.london2012.com to find a d etailed m ap of the torchs routeso you can w itness some history.

How is the route chosen?The route is devised so as many

people as possible can celebratethe flames journey an d th epeople chosen as torchbearers.Each nation within the UnitedKingdom w as consulted, and localauthorities and representativesfrom sectors such as tourism,heritage, culture and sport wereallowed to give their input. Inaddition, the route was chosento demonstrate the historical andsocial diversity of the UK and todisplay th e kingdom s phy sicalbeauty.

How far does the f lame travel?The relay takes place over 70

days, and during that time theflame will travel roughly 8,000miles either d uring th e relay or inconvoy.

When is the flame notcarried by a torchbearer?

Since the goal is to allow asmany people as possible to witnessthe Olympic flame, there aretimes when it is not carried by atorchbearer. During th ese periods,

it will be transport ed via a convoy.Where does the relay start and

finish?The relay begins at Land s End

on Satu rd ay, May 19. The torchsjourn ey across the UK w ill end inthe Olympic Stadium in Londonon Friday, July 27 as part of the

Opening Ceremon y.

How are torchbearers chosen?Torchbearers are nominated by

someone they know. Membersof the public were encouraged tonominate someone who inspiredthem. Olympic sponsors also rannomination campaigns.

What do torchbearers wear?There are 8,000 torchbearers,

and each will wear a white andgold uniform designed by Adidas.The white top has gold shards atthe shoulder and neckline, which

run down the arm to the handholding the torch.

The Olym pic Torch Relay is oneof the most recognizable sportingtraditions across the globe. Thisyear s relay begins on May 19.

Buying in bulk is one wayto save money and protect theenvironment. Bulk items thatcan be stored without expiringredu ce the need to travel to andfrom the store frequently, savingon time and gas. In addition,bulk items typically featureless packaging than smaller-sized products, and often costless per-unit. Perishables arenot something that should bepurchased in bulk unless the

items will definitely be usedprior to their expiration dates.But cooking oil, toothbrushes,cereal, toilet paper, cannedgoods, pet food, cleaningsupp lies, and printer paper are

just a few of the ma ny items thatcan be bought in bulk and storedfor future use. Just be sure tostore these items where they canbe easily accessed or you mayforget you have them and go tothe store to buy more.

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So beware, experts say.Not only are these pests andtheir itchy bites a nuisance tohumans, they can also cause

allergic reactions and spreaddeadly diseases like West Nilevirus.

Even though the best wayto limit your exposure tomosquitoes is to stay inside,there are a lot of steps you cantake to protect yourself and youryard, says pest control expertBill Melville, qu ality assu rancedirector at Orkin Canada. Byknowing the steps to preventmosquito activity, you can makesure these pests dont make toomu ch of a splash in your yard.

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