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Debates of June 12th, 2008
House of Commons Hansard #111 of the 39th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was report.
- Question Period
- Airline Passenger Bill of Rights
- Income Tax Act
- Committees of the House
- Food and Drugs Act
- Government Response to Petitions
- Legislative Instruments Re-enactment Act
- Judicial Compensation and Benefits Commission
- Copyright Act
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Committees of the House
- Criminal Code
- Committees of the House
- Agricultural Fairs
- Child Labour
- Berthierville Music Festival
- Liberal Party of Canada
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Brain Injury Awareness Month
- Carbon Tax
- Gilles Carle
- Carbon Tax Proposal
- Human Rights
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Iraq
- Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics
- Raymond Laliberté
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Public Safety
- Indian Affairs
- National Security
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Regional Economic Development
- National Security
- Copyright
- Omar Khadr
- Regional Economic Development
- Citizenship and Immigration
- The Environment
- The Economy
- Child Care
- Price of Consumer Goods
- Fisheries
- International Trade
- Points of Order
- Privilege
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Ways and Means
- Canada Elections Act
- National Defence Act
Citizenship and Immigration
Statements by Members
June 12th, 2008 / 2 p.m.
David Christopherson Hamilton Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, Canadians were shocked and saddened this week by the passage of the Conservative government's immigration law. The new law will abolish any guarantee of fairness in the system. It will not help reunite families and it will not end the backlog of almost a million applications. Instead, it will shift the focus to temporary workers who have no opportunity to put down Canadian roots. It will allow the Conservative minister to make totally arbitrary decisions about who stays and who goes.
We needed real reforms. We need to clear that application backlog. We need to bring families together.
The Conservatives could not bring in this awful law alone. They needed help and they got it. The Conservatives' new best friends, the Liberal caucus, sat by and watched the law pass. They could have stopped it. They should have stopped it, but they did not. Thousands of families will suffer as a result of the Liberals' self-serving refusal to simply say no.
Brain Injury Awareness Month
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Hedy Fry Vancouver Centre, BC
Mr. Speaker, June is Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Traumatic head injury is the leading cause of death or disability in young men. A shocking 30% of children and youth who participate in sport sustain a head injury. There are more than 100,000 brain injuries a year in Canada.
The good news is the majority of these sport related injuries are preventable. A helmet that conforms to Canadian Standards Association standards can protect precious brains from injuries that kill, disable or permanently rob a life of its potential. The only sport helmets that currently conform to standards are hockey and lacrosse helmets.
In March 2007, I tabled Bill C-412 that would amend the Hazardous Products Act to prohibit the sale, import or advertising of substandard recreational snow sport helmets.
As it stands, my bill will not soon come to the House for debate, but the Minister of Health could make this amendment through governor in council. He has not been willing to do so, choosing instead to support industry. I urge him to do it now, this month, before more young lives are destroyed.
Carbon Tax
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Denis Lebel Roberval—Lac-Saint-Jean, QC
Mr. Speaker, the leader of the Liberal Party is determined to impose his famous carbon tax on Canadians, plunging them into a spiral of reckless spending.
We will not let the Liberals do this, because they are hiding what they really have planned for Canadians, which is to create a new permanent tax to fund reckless spending.
Canadians know when someone is trying to put one over on them by tying up plans with a pretty green ribbon, in the form of strict emissions management. When politicians use vague terms such as "green shift", Canadians can be sure that taxes will go in one direction only, and that is up.
Canadians understand what the real impact on their buying power will be. The carbon tax is nothing but a new permanent tax that will kill jobs and raise the cost of gasoline, electricity and everything Canadians buy.
Canadians know they cannot trust the Liberal leader.
Gilles Carle
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Luc Malo Verchères—Les Patriotes, QC
Mr. Speaker, last night, at the same time that we were given the good news that four of his films will be available on DVD this fall, the Association des propriétaires de cinémas et cinéparcs du Québec was awarding the Bobine d'Or to Gilles Carle in recognition of his significant contribution to the Quebec film industry.
Throughout his prolific career, this pioneer of our national film industry viewed his fellow Quebeckers from a unique but never sentimental perspective. He received many national and international honours attesting to his genius for depicting our strengths and our weaknesses—both in documentaries and fiction. As a director, he shone the spotlight on the talented performers and craftspeople whose love of movie-making he inspired.
Although the passage of time is taking its toll on the man himself, his works will remain forever powerful.
On behalf of all my colleagues, I salute you, Gilles Carle.
Carbon Tax Proposal
Statements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Kevin Sorenson Crowfoot, AB
Mr. Speaker, my constituents will not be tricked by the Liberals' carbon tax.
My constituents know that the Liberal leader has a serious spending problem. He has already made billions of dollars in spending promises to various special interest groups. Now the Liberals are trying to pay for all this irresponsible spending by tricking Canadians into paying a permanent new carbon tax. The Liberals' carbon tax would destroy jobs and drive up the cost of gas, electricity and everything else. We know it is bad when the Liberal environment critic cannot even convince his own brother, the Ontario premier, that it is a good plan.
Our Conservative government will stand up for rural Canada, for the farmers, for young families, for small business, seniors and shift workers. We will stand up against this Liberal carbon tax. In the rural areas of my riding, families have to travel a long distance. Fuel is a major input cost on every farm.
Even today in the finance committee, Liberals endorsed fuel tax increases. Why are the Liberals intent on hurting rural Canada, rural Canadians, seniors and those living on fixed incomes?
Human Rights
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Anthony Rota Nipissing—Timiskaming, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Frederick Couchie, father of Marianna Couchie, Chief of Nipissing No. 10 reserve. Fred Couchie was sent to Garnier Indian residential school at the age of nine. His name was taken from him and in its place, he was given the number 76. Away from his family and community he was robbed of his culture, his language and his dignity. Consequently, throughout his life Fred suffered from both physical and psychological health problems.
The residential school system existed because one group of people thought that they were better than another and believed that they had the right to impose their language, culture and beliefs on the first nations people.
I wish to remind Canadians of the atrocities that are committed when one group thinks itself as superior. Race, gender, culture, religion, and sexual orientation are but a few of the excuses humans use to subjugate others.
Today I call on all Canadians to study our history, understand the consequences of discrimination and avoid repeating historic blunders so that thousands of people like Fred Couchie did not suffer in vain.
Aboriginal Affairs
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Rob Clarke Desnethé—Missinippi—Churchill River, SK
Mr. Speaker, tansi, delangete, yesterday was truly a historic day. A sincere and meaningful apology for the sad legacy of residential schools was given by this government.
Although the apology was significant and necessary, this government is pleased to be putting our words into actions by following through with compensation to former students of residential schools, and most important, getting the Truth and Reconciliation Commission up and running.
Under the leadership of the chief commissioner, Justice Harry LaForme, the commission will play an important role leading to a better understanding of the history and the impact residential schools had on aboriginal communities.
I am pleased that the work of the commission began on June 1 and that this government is following through on its commitments to Canada's aboriginal communities.
As a friend of many survivors of residential schools, yesterday's apology was a significant step in a new direction.
It is an honour to serve as a member of this Conservative government that has kept its promise.
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Alex Atamanenko British Columbia Southern Interior, BC
Mr. Speaker, on June 3 of this year, the House adopted a motion to allow those American soldiers opposed to the Iraq war to stay in Canada. Some Canadians, including some members of the House, opposed this initiative, mainly on the grounds that these young people voluntarily chose to enlist.
I am reading a book by Joshua Key, one of the war resisters in Canada, called The Deserter's Tale, which outlines how a poor Oklahoma boy from a dysfunctional family was lured into the U.S. Army with promises of health insurance and higher education.
It is important for all of us to clearly understand how poor American kids are targeted into enlisting and how many are lied to.
Joshua Key was explicitly told on a number of occasions that he would be building bridges in the U.S. as an engineer and not fighting in Iraq. However, he ended up in Iraq, taking part in house raids where U.S. soldiers abducted the men of the families, terrified women and children and pillaged their homes.
We need to understand the nature of this war and its effect. As an immediate humanitarian gesture, I urge the minister to cancel the deportation of another war resister, Corey Glass, who faces a prison sentence and criminal record because of his opposition to the illegal war.
Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
David McGuinty Ottawa South, ON
Mr. Speaker, Conservative members truly distinguished themselves at Tuesday's late night meeting of the ethics committee. Whereas members from all opposition parties came to the meeting in a spirit of compromise and cooperation, the Conservative members of the committee had three items on their agenda: delay, disruption and disrespect.
One member introduced a motion that said Elections Canada, the organization that certified his election as a member of Parliament, was biased and incompetent.
Conservative members of the committee actually voted against amendments they themselves had proposed. Later they argued in favour of amendments that they had tried to have ruled out of order.
The government members went on to engage in bitter, personal and unacceptable attacks against the chair of the committee. A particular member led this attack, an attack on common decency and respect. I can only assume he was preparing for his radio appearance the next day.
It was a shameful display of the government's propensity to always, always race to the bottom.
Raymond Laliberté
Statements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Pierre Paquette Joliette, QC
Mr. Speaker, it was with much sadness that we learned of the passing of Raymond Laliberté. This great man was one of the pillars of the union movement in Quebec's educational sector during the pivotal time of the Quiet Revolution. He was a person of strong conviction and dedication and left a lasting mark on the Centrale des syndicats du Québec.
From 1965 to 1970, he was head of the Corporation générale des instituteurs et institutrices catholiques du Québec, which became the Centrale de l'enseignement du Québec and then the Centrale des syndicats du Québec. He oversaw the process to make this organization non-denominational and bring it more in line with the entire Quebec labour movement.
Raymond Laliberté was a genuine pedagogue, a progressive man and a remarkable humanitarian. Known for his discretion and humility, this trailblazer nonetheless laid the groundwork for the modern, educated society that is Quebec today.
Aboriginal Affairs
Statements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Derek Lee Scarborough—Rouge River, ON
Mr. Speaker, one of the Conservative members opposite is the Prime Minister's point man on the Conservative election financing scandal and a parliamentary secretary who covers for a number of cabinet ministers.
Why then, on the national day of apology to residential school survivors, did the member engage in inexcusably hurtful and demeaning remarks toward aboriginal Canadians?
The member publicly complained about compensation to residential school survivors saying:
Some of us are starting to ask, are we really getting value for all of this money and is money really going to solve the problem?
He went on to say:
—we need to engender the values of hard work and independence and self reliance.
Aboriginal Canadians have always been independent and self-reliant for thousands of years and they could teach that member the meaning of hard work and what it is like to get his hands dirty in order to feed his family.
The member should recognize this and should apologize.
Aboriginal Affairs
Statements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Pierre Poilievre Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer a full apology to aboriginal people, to the House and to all Canadians.
Yesterday, on a day when the House and all Canadians were celebrating a new beginning, I made remarks that were hurtful and wrong.
I accept responsibility for them, and I apologize.
Aboriginal Affairs
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Stéphane Dion Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, yesterday leaders in the House formally apologized for the legacy of residential schools. We must now move forward toward truth and reconciliation.
Will the Prime Minister give his words weight by, for example, honouring his election promise to compensate the victims of schools who have been left out of the settlement, such as Île-à-la-Crosse in Saskatchewan?
Aboriginal Affairs
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Calgary Southwest
Stephen Harper Prime Minister
Mr. Speaker, as the Leader of the Opposition knows, there were a number of schools similar to Indian residential schools that were run by provincial governments. They were not covered by the settlement, which was ultimately negotiated with the Assembly of First Nations. We understand these are unresolved issues and I know the minister, I and others have spoken about the need for governments to address these issues.
Aboriginal Affairs
Oral Questions
2:15 p.m.
Stéphane Dion Leader of the Opposition
Except, Mr. Speaker, that during the election the Prime Minister did not say "a government". He said "his government" would solve this issue—


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I'm fired up for this one, and excited we're finally getting a decent heavyweight fight without getting fleeced outta $50.
Should be a good fight.
Toney has ressurected his career as a heavyweight after coming up as a dominating middleweight. Ring Magazine fighter of the year in '91 as a middle, and now looking to do the same 15 years as a heavy. Really a great story. A then undefeated Toney caught an ass whoopin from Roy Jones back in 1994 that derailed his career. Now he's back, and large and in charge. And he may be the best heavyweight fighter out there.
I'm praying a Toney win tonight will result in a fight with Wladimir Klitchsko, the fight I've wanted to see for some time, and a fight that will generate more pay per view receipts for any fight since Tyson/Lewis.
Rahman is an intriguing guy though. In incredible shape due to the postponements with Wlad's brother Vitali Klitschko, a fight that never took place due to injuries that ultimately drove Vitali into retirement. Rahman is 4 years younger, 4 inches taller, and has a 9" reach advantage. He's got all sorts of motivation for this one, as he knows this is his biggest stage in a while, and he's also coming off a bankruptcy filing due to poor money management.
Tough call which way I'm gonna bet tonight. Toney is -180, Rahman +140.
Should be an interesting fight.

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Is That House Looking At You Funny?
The number 1 or a 1-House carries the frequency of unity, oneness, and new beginnings. A 1-House is perfect for a newly married couple. In fact, it holds a great energy to start anything new, such as a business, relationship, or self-improvement. It is a great house in which to express one's individuality and leadership skills in the world.
Of course, too much of anything is never good. So, those living in a 1-House should be careful about not being too stubborn, domineering, or selfish. It is a great house to take care of number 1, metaphorically yourself, but be careful not to do so in excess. Other characteristics of a 1-House include being creative, original, and inventive.
With regard to businesses, it is a great space to bring people together in unity. It would be a great vibration for an office or home office for a creative entrepreneur coming up with new ideas and inventions. That being said, unless working in a group setting, feelings of isolation could set in.
While a 1-House is great for individuation, a 2-House has a dualistic nature and is perfect for partnerships. The energy of harmony and a yinyang balance is the predominant energy of the number 2. Whether it is business partners, lovers, or roommates, the 2-House inhabitants will be more agreeable and understanding, while also learning from each other.
The primary challenge with a 2-House is the tendency to become too sensitive to the other partner to the point where they end up not speaking their mind or sharing their opinion. Overall, however, the home will have a peaceful and harmonic balance. For a single person living in a 2-house, the home will naturally attract a partner for the occupant. It is also a great office space or storefront for a business owned by business partners.
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (83 votes).
In short: Absolutely marvellous funIn full: This was all I could ever want in a run: small and well organsed with stunning scenery, friendly and encouraging marshalls and lots of mud. I finished with a big grin on my face and am already looking forward to doing it next year.Date of review: November 21, 2010
In short: Friendly, well-organised, great fun. Will try and not start 5 mins late next year !!Date of review: November 21, 2010
In short: Sometimes I spent more time going sideways in the mud than forwards....In full: Wasn't sure if I should due to a knee injury but glad I did. Very much fun was had, tarmac, track, and mud on gently rolling land. Views to Silbury Hill, the Ridgeway and various Barrows. Very friendly and encouraging marshalls and fellow competitors. My last race of the year and good to go out with a big smile on my face.Date of review: November 21, 2010
In short: A little muddyIn full: Great run in the mud, some small hills, well organised.Date of review: November 20, 2009
Date of review: November 16, 2009
In short: It's what sunday's are all about.In full: everything great again, even the weather.My 3rd time and one of my favorite races, organisation great, marshalls excellent, pretty tough course and lovely village.I always try and run through every puddle but there were too many this year, loved it.Thanks.Date of review: November 16, 2009
In short: My first race and loved it, at the back the whole way but didn't care the marshals encouraged me the whole way and I finished in a good time for me. Thanks againDate of review: November 16, 2009
In short: Not quite as muddy as I was hoping for, but a very enjoyable eventIn full: My first time at this event and certainly not my last!Not as muddy or hilly as I was expecting or hoping(I like my off-road races to be a challenge!) but still quite a demanding course. Well organised and lots of friendly and encouraging marshals which made the event even more enjoyable.Good value, and a nice t-shirt but I was surprised they advertised the t-shirts as being generous in their size - I asked for a medium expecting it to be more like a large but it was a bit too tight. Fortunately there was someone willing to swap, even if he may have felt awkward spotting the fat man in a too tight t-shirt!Date of review: November 16, 2009
In short: A good race in the Wiltshire countrysideIn full: Having been at quite a few MT events over the last few weeks (Sodbury Slog, Stickler etc) I've got used to lots of tough races, so today's was a bit of a shock. There were some nice muddy sections (fields and nasty rutted tracks) and I gather that the section at 3 miles is usually much worse than this year (described a looking like a drained canal...). However much of the running was over tarmac (or equivalent) tracks, and so this race is a bit of a hybrid. Its certainly not a Slog or Terminator with 90% off road, and I suffered a bit in my Innovate Flyrocks, and maybe next time trail shoes would be the best bet.The route is essentially flat, with a slow climb at the start to the earthworks, which then rewards the runner by giving a downhill last mile. For the rest the biggest handicap is the rough and muddy sections, other than that this is a fast race (or certainly was this year).The race was well organised and the marshals unfailingly supportive, so well do for that. The sweeper's broom was nice touch.I do have a serious gripe though. I requested a XL T-shirt, as I have a fairly big chest size 44-46 inches - I'm not a whippet but I do love my running). I overheard some of the organizers discussing the T-shirts beforehand and saying that they hadn't ordered XL as they were far too big. As I expected the L size was too small, and my 'much sought after Avebury 8 T-shirt' will have to be passed on to my wife. Please, please organizers consider that not all runners are tiny!On the whole a nice sunday morning run, but for me too much road and not enough hill to be a personal favourite.Date of review: November 16, 2009
In short: Friendly, muddy, quaint.In full: Well, that was one race that exceeded my expectations! Perfect weather (considering the storms the day before), small number of entries kept this nice and friendly, with loads of encouragement from the marshals. Pretty village location, with lovely cakes and drinks served at the end at the village hall; Great course with LOADS of mud, some of which I became personally acquainted with during a lapse of concentration at the back end of the race ;-) Ran a couple of miles with a chap that smashed through every puddle on the way. Decided this was a great idea, and finished with clean(ish) trainers and a broad grin on my face. Thankful for the downhill last mile. Can't recommend this highly enough, will definitely return...Date of review: November 15, 2009
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A forest homestead in Hälsingland
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For the big city dweller getting away doesn't have to mean leaving the country or even the region. Because of Sweden's diverse landscape and archipelagos sometimes just going a few miles does the trick.And there's nothing like sitting on the porch of a cottage or cabin, looking at the sunset over the still blue waters or peering through the forest, hearing nothing but the careful paw-steps of animals in their natural habitat or the wind caressing the tree tops. Sweden is a Mecca of different cabins and environments. At Swedish camp sites you can often find your dream cottage right by the sea or lake, in a forest or next door to your favourite activities. You can choose a cabin high on a mountain in northern Sweden or beachside somewhere along our vast coast. Rent a cabin in a "cabin village", close to the action of, for instance, the medieval town of Visby or all alone in the deep forest of Småland with the nearest neighbor a mile or two away.Welcome to your own piece of Swedish cottages/cabins-life!
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James McCartney, the singer-songwriter son of Paul McCartney, has revealed to the BBC that he and the sons of former Beatles members would be open to forming a new band, The Beatles: The Next Generation.
"I'd be up for it. Sean [Lennon, son of John Lennon] seemed to be into it, Dhani [Harrison, son of George Harrison] seemed to be into it," said McCartney, adding "I'd be happy to do it."
McCartney, 34, explained that the only issue would be getting one of drummer Ringo Starr's sons involved.
"I don't think it's something that [oldest son] Zak [Starkey] wants to do. But maybe [middle son] Jason would want to do it," he explained.
"You'd have to wait and see. The will of God, nature's support, I guess. So yeah, maybe," he added.
McCartney, who is the spitting image of his father, began his musical career with the band Light but has been performing recently under his own name and says he welcomes inevitable comparisons to his famous father.
"I think it's great. It's best for me to embrace it, rather than run away like I used to do," he said.
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So Long, RufusPosted Wednesday, December 2, 2009, at 11:14 AM
Rufus, I miss you already. Take care of the puppies....
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Rufus was my 2nd Rufus. I had my first Rufus as a kid that also did all my riding with me. They were marked the same, but inverted. Black where Rufus was white, and vice versa. And one blue Eye. My Grandmother gave me white Rufus.....and a great friend of mine gave me black Rufus. And Black Rufie was from the pound. I believe whole heartedly in 'Pound Puppies"! I have a dog at home, that was heading for the pound, but came to me instead. His name is Scout. He is a Springer Spaniel, same as Bailey, but red and white, instead of black and white like Bailey.
White Rufus loved babies of any kind, and raised a few batches of chicks. He was so cute, he'd lay down and those chicks would snuggle up against him for warmth. When he got up, he was so careful with paws as big as chicks to tiptoe outta there and not hurt them.
Black Rufus never had any chicks, but he loved puppies! Whenever there were puppies, I'd tell him "Get the puppies!" and they would run and run and "fight" and snarl .... then he'd clean their faces .....
I've for sure had my fair share of animals, and my fair share of favorites. I try not to to become too attached to them all....some are for passing along. But I keep some....and not necessarily cuz they are the "best" of their breed, or performance, but maybe cuz they are an underdog, or just tugged at my heart.
I have an old mare that at times I absolutely hated.... and loved to hate, hated to love.... (she's a sister to my very first horse) I don't think she is long for this world either. She is retired now and she "raises" young horses. Not her own, she just adopts them. In her prime she did some incredible things for me. And I owe her for the education she gave me. Along with many many lumps and bruises.
Thanks again for all your comments..... it's great!
-- Posted by jessiemiller on Wed, Dec 9, 2009, at 1:50 PM
For those of us that have owned many an animal and put our "fair" (not that it is ever "fair") share down, it seems like it is harder each time. I love all of my dogs do not get me wrong. I have had some good ones over the years for sure and I guess some become a "favorite" but they are all special in their own ways and touch the lives around them with love and joy no matter how many couches they chew on or how many shoes they chew up. It is only stuff.
We adopted a dog 9 years ago from the local shelter. He had run the streets of MH for several months but could not be caught. They only knew where he had been because he knocked blocks and blocks of trash cans over and left local street in ruins. Well, one day they caught him. They called him Grizz because when he would "talk" to you he sounded like a bear. He was a big boy. He had to go to a home with no kids (which we were) because he was pretty clumsy and just huge and really did not like kids for some unknown reason only known to him. Well, he had some issues which I am sure were created by people who were less than nice to him. Anyway, he was a great dog for me but not for my husband. To make a long story short, he lived with us until one day it was "time." Gosh how I loved that dog. My husband was gone a lot in the early years and I always knew that I was safe with that dog in the house. He slept with me, walked with me (or walked me) and was just a good dog. We had to put him down the day after Thanksgiving about 5 years ago.
It is never easy but you know when it is "time" and you have to do the right thing as a pet owner. It sucks! I feel really bad for anyone that has to go through this. Hang in there Jessie. Better days are ahead. So sorry...
-- Posted by OpinionMissy on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 3:55 PM
Thanks OM and MsMarylin.... it's good to read those thoughts. Every now and then I have those thoughts that make my eyes tear up....and think...but..... maybe.....
He's buried in our back yard...alongside Bailey, and Hershy, and Sadie.
Yep, he's riding in the trucks with wind in his hair....
-- Posted by jessiemiller on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 2:49 PM
So sorry your beloved Rufus is no longer with you. He is now at Rainbow Bridge playing with the puppy's and making new friends.
My old Cockapoo Rufus is also there in spirit, he lived to be 16 yrs. He now rest's in our back yard with other members of our furry family.
It is so very hard to let them go ! Rufus will live in your heart and mind forever and you cherish those thoughts
-- Posted by MsMarylin on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 2:10 PM
So sorry to hear about Rufus. I know he was a very important and loved part of your family for the last 15 years. At least where he is there is no pain, lots of grassy fields to run in and horses that will never kick at a dog as they play (and lots of rides in trucks with the wind in his face)! You did the right thing and he is in a much better place with his friends and family at his side. I am very sorry for your loss. One day, you will meet again.
-- Posted by OpinionMissy on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 1:47 PM
Joe, I remember you talking about Cody. It's funny how you 'expect' to see them. Lately he's been staying in the house ...so I 'expect' to hear his toes clicking on the kitchen floor. He got too hot in the house, so every evening I had to move his 'pillow' out to the inside/outside porch for him to lay on. I still get up to do that.
It is sure something you really aren't ready for.
-- Posted by jessiemiller on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 1:31 PM
Jessie, sorry about the loss of Rufus, I know how you feel as I did and still do with my loss of Cody. A day doesn't go by that I don't think of Cody and wonder why he not right there under foot, but he as his place in the living room in his wooden box.
-- Posted by Eagle_eye on Wed, Dec 2, 2009, at 1:10 PM
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In New York's South Bronx, a ninth-grade social studies teacher is spending five weeks on curriculum based on Iraqi refugees' experiences, reports Learning Matters. The show aired on PBS Newshour this week and will be rebroadcast.
The teacher wants her tough-shelled students to learn to empathize with people who have even worse problems than their own. Students look at photos of refugees and imagine their lives. They're told to list the 10 things they'd take with them if they had to leave home in five minutes. Later, told they have to dump half their possessions, one boy gives up his electronics in favor of "my mom, my sister, my other sister." It's sweet, but is it social studies?
I can't help wondering what the students aren't learning in those five weeks. The teacher is skipping the standard curriculum. What's the trade-off?
As far as I can tell, students aren't asked to read literature that deals with the refugee experience, such as The Kite Runner (Afghanistan), which could be a powerful empathy builder. Dave Eggers' What is the What? (Sudan) is supposed to be good. Too difficult to read?


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Remember last year when opponents of the Marriage Amendment to the MN constitution said "We already have a law against same sex marriage; we don't need this amendment"? Well guess what?
SF 925 and HF 1054 are two bills that would amend the state's definition of marriage to include same-sex couples, I urge you to call or write your representatives ask them not to support the redefining of traditional marriage
Eleven-year-old Grace Evans stood in front of the Minnesota legislative committee on House Civil Law this year, and asked the question: "Which parent do I not need, my mother or my father?" She had to ask them twice; and still got no answer. That same day, she was attacked by the social media, labeled a bigot. Later attacked with foul language, death wishes, and calls for the Child Protection Services to take her away from her parents. – Tolerance?
In essence, this whole movement is about destruction of marriage and indoctrination of children into the homosexual lifestyle. As homosexual journalist Daniel Valarreal pointed out in the Mar. 12, 2011 "Queerty" titled; "Can we Please Just Start Admitting that We do actually Want to Indoctrinate Kids?" He says: "Why would we push for anti-bullying programs or social studies classes that teach kids about the historical contributions of famous queers unless we wanted to deliberately educate children to accept queer as normal?"
"Being queer means pushing the parameters of sex and family, and in the process, transforming the very fabric of society. … We must keep our eyes on the goal … of radically reordering society's views of reality."
— Paula Ettelbrick
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
"A middle ground might be to fight for same-sex marriage and its benefits and then, once granted, redefine the institution of marriage completely, to demand the right to marry not as a way of adhering to society's moral codes but rather to debunk a myth and radically alter an archaic institution. [Legalizing "same-sex marriage"] is also a chance to wholly transform the definition of family in American culture."
— Michelangelo Signorile,
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Debates of Oct. 20th, 2004
House of Commons Hansard #12 of the 38th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was langley.
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- Broadcasting
- Housing
- Ethics
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- Official Languages
- National Revenue
- National Security
- Guaranteed Income Supplement
- Municipalities
- Presence in Gallery
- Business of the House
- Official Report
- Committees of the House
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Criminal Code
- Workers Mourning Day Act
- Income Tax Act
- Overseas Memorial Sites Student Visits Assistance Act
- Divorce Act
- Income Tax Act
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Witness Protection Program Act
- Recognition and Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms Act
- Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act
- Canada Student Financial Assistance Act
- Criminal Code
- Committees of the House
- Notice of Motions
- Business of the House
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Motions for Papers
- Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Reg Alcock Winnipeg South, MB
Mr. Speaker, a contract was let in May 2003 for instructors for the school. There has been an issue identified with one of the instructors. The irony of it is certainly not lost on me. I can tell the hon. member that we are looking into it. I have ordered that the payment on the contract be stopped. I will report back to the House when I have all the details.
Reproductive Technologies
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Rob Merrifield Yellowhead, AB
Mr. Speaker, the government says it is opposed to human cloning, but last year at the United Nations, Canada abstained from a vote on the issue. This week it has another chance. The United Nations is again going to debate the resolution to ban all forms of human cloning.
Will the government continue to say no at home but something different at the United Nations, or will it say no to human cloning?
Reproductive Technologies
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Vancouver South
Ujjal Dosanjh Minister of Health
Mr. Speaker, the Canadian law is very clear. We are committed to opposing all forms of human cloning, and we will take positions internationally that are consistent with our domestic policies.
Official Languages
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Don Boudria Glengarry—Prescott—Russell, ON
Mr. Speaker, francophones living in minority situations and nearly all Canadians are outraged by the opposition leader's declaration, in his so-called Belgian plan, that he wants to see territorial unilingualism in Canada.
Is the Minister responsible for Official Languages prepared to reassure the Canadian people that the Government of Canada is fully committed to the Official Languages Act and that it will say no to territorial unilingualism in Canada?
Official Languages
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Mauril Bélanger Deputy Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Indeed, Mr. Speaker, what the Leader of the Opposition proposes looks like a situation in which only French would be spoken in Quebec, and no English whatsoever, while in the other provinces, except New Brunswick perhaps—who knows—only English would be spoken and no French at all. That is territorial unilingualism.
Let us be clear. Like the governments of Wilfrid Laurier, Louis Saint-Laurent, Pearson and Chrétien, this Prime Minister's government will never abandon the official language minority communities, wherever they are in the country.
National Revenue
Oral Question Period
2:55 p.m.
Myron Thompson Wild Rose, AB
Mr. Speaker, I received a very distressing call from one of my constituents who has not received his payroll remittance forms from Revenue Canada due to the strike. He was informed that if he failed to drive into Calgary, about 200 miles, and produce his payment he would be charged with a significant interest penalty.
André Ouellet probably will not be charged. Will the Minister of National Revenue do the right thing and assure all Canadians they will not be charged or penalized due to job action taken by the employees of Revenue Canada?
National Revenue
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
John McCallum Minister of National Revenue
Mr. Speaker, I think the hon. member makes a good point. I received this information yesterday afternoon. I can tell him that my office is working diligently on the matter and we will get back to him as soon as possible.
National Security
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
Brian Jean Athabasca, AB
Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Prime Minister.
The oil sands of northern Alberta account for billions of dollars in this economy. They account for 40% of the oil production in this country and are the largest oil reserve in the western world.
The Prime Minister's own security adviser has warned him that the energy sector in Canada is a primary target for terrorists. The director of CSIS has also clearly stated that this government is not doing enough to protect our energy sector.
Since the Prime Minister cannot seem to follow the advice of his own advisers, what is it going to take for him to start taking note of and protecting the 70,000 people who work--
National Security
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
The Speaker
The hon. Deputy Prime Minister.
National Security
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
Edmonton Centre
Anne McLellan Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Mr. Speaker, in fact the government takes the protection of critical infrastructure of all kinds in this country very seriously, which is why we are working with the provinces, local governments and the private sector to develop a national strategy around the protection of critical infrastructure.
Let me say that in fact we have released a consultation paper in this regard. The province of Alberta, where the oil sands are largely present, is working very constructively with us in terms of ensuring that critical energy infrastructure is protected in this country.
Guaranteed Income Supplement
Oral Question Period
October 20th, 2004 / 3 p.m.
Marcel Gagnon Saint-Maurice—Champlain, QC
Mr. Speaker, in the Speech from the Throne, the government states that seniors have earned the right to be treated with dignity and that, as one step, it will increase the guaranteed income supplement for the least well-off seniors.
Ought the government not to first do the right thing and pay back to those seniors the $3.2 billion stolen from them over 10 years, and then raise the GIS?
Guaranteed Income Supplement
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
Tony Ianno Minister of State (Families and Caregivers)
Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to rise and answer the question of the hon. member. He knows, as we have spoken earlier, that the government is very committed to ensuring that all senior citizens who are eligible for guaranteed income supplements get what they deserve. This government is working hard to ensure everyone is aware of it and we will continue to do so, as we promised in our election platform, to ensure that senior citizens who deserve guaranteed income supplements will get an increase.
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
Ken Boshcoff Thunder Bay—Rainy River, ON
Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of State for Infrastructure and Communities.
The elimination of the GST for communities has resulted in huge savings this year alone for all municipalities. In Thunder Bay alone, for this year there have been savings of over $1.5 million, yet many municipally elected representatives and their administrators, let alone municipal taxpayers, seem unaware of the significance of this action.
Municipal organizations from coast to coast asked for this and received it as part of the Prime Minister's initiative. Is there a way of having communities--
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
The Speaker
The hon. Minister of State for Infrastructure and Communities.
Oral Question Period
3 p.m.
Don Valley West
John Godfrey Minister of State (Infrastructure and Communities)
Mr. Speaker, while I thank the hon. member for his question I also thank the Prime Minister for reminding the House and the leader of the New Democratic Party of the $7 billion rebate of the GST over a 10 year period, which will go to every municipality in the country.
As for accountability, that money is like own source revenue. There were no conditions imposed. That said, I think it would well suit municipalities to invest that money in the infrastructure which is so clearly needed in this country and to give a full accounting of it.


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Debates of April 7th, 2008
House of Commons Hansard #73 of the 39th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was peoples.
- Question Period
- Income Tax Act
- Budget Implementation Act, 2008
- Immigration
- 10,000 Trees for the Rouge
- Social Housing
- Chuck Bailey
- Juno Awards
- Human Rights
- Health
- Quebec Community Credit Network
- Jake Warren
- Health
- Quebec City Armoury
- Louis Harris
- Community MicroSkills Development Centre
- The Conservative Party
- Outaouais Tourism Awards
- Committees of the House
- Human Rights
- Heritage Buildings
- Seal Hunters
- Afghanistan
- Human Rights
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Transport
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- National Security
- Science and Technology
- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
- Science and Technology
- Ethics
- Public Safety
- Airbus
- National Defence
- Afghanistan
- Airbus
- The Environment
- Foreign Affairs
- Fitness Tax Credit
- Afghanistan
- Presence in Gallery
- Vacancy
- Points of Order
- Schreiber-Mulroney Financial Dealings
- Firearms Act
- Treaty on Transfer of Offenders
- Committees of the House
- Government Response to Petitions
- Points of Order
- Day of Reflection on the Prevention of Genocide
- Committees of the House
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Budget Implementation Act, 2008
Budget Implementation Act, 2008
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Brian Masse Windsor West, ON
Mr. Speaker, it is always a challenge for social services during a downturn. There is no doubt about it.
Ironically, with this budget the Conservative government is actually reducing what we can get on a return for a charitable donation. Because the Conservatives have tied it to the income tax bracket, what has happened is that the for amount of money we give to charities we are going to get less back this year than we did last year. The government has not decoupled that. Basically what it is going to do to Canadians is that as we give to charity, we are going to get less back, so it is a double whammy.
I can say that when it comes to our city and area we also have been hurt by the thickening of the Canada-U.S. border. We have witnessed a loss in trade for some of the tourism as well as some of the other activities for which Americans came over to Canada. They would visit and partake not only in the lifestyles but also in commerce and social functions. That has actually put other charities at risk. That is a shame.
I have a private member's bill that actually looks at reforming the charitable tax act of Canada. I wish the government would adopt that as opposed to a general corporate tax cut, because that would put more money back in people's pockets and more money into charities and not for profit organizations such as the United Way and the VON, which do good work for Canadians as opposed to having that money sent overseas.
Budget Implementation Act, 2008
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
The Deputy Speaker Bill Blaikie
That will bring to an end the five minute question and comment period and bring us fortuitously to statements by members.
Statements By Members
1:55 p.m.
Bruce Stanton Simcoe North, ON
Mr. Speaker, our ability to attract the best and brightest from around the world is a great advantage for Canada, for our economy, and for our way of life, so I am glad that our government is taking great strides to get more skilled workers here sooner and reunite immigrant families faster.
When the Liberals were in office, Canada's immigration queue went from 50,000 to 800,000 people. Skilled workers and family members who would bring great advantage to Canada were facing a six year wait time and just giving up on Canada.
Again it is a Liberal problem we are going to fix, just like we cut the $975 Liberal landing fee in half and righted the historic wrong of the Chinese head tax.
Our government is acting to help newcomers succeed. We are going to reduce that backlog so more skilled workers and families can build a great future here in Canada.
10,000 Trees for the Rouge
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Lui Temelkovski Oak Ridges—Markham, ON
Mr. Speaker, Sunday, April 27, marks the 19th anniversary of 10,000 Trees for the Rouge, a community initiative to reforest the Rouge Valley.
Covering 47 square kilometres in the eastern part of the greater Toronto area on lands that border the surrounding municipalities, including part of my riding, the Rouge Valley is an important green space in the most urbanized area of Canada. So far, the 10,000 Trees campaign has reforested over 140 acres of land.
Last year, 2,000 people volunteered to preserve the beauty of the Rouge through the planting of 5,000 trees. In previous years, my wife, children and I planted trees alongside many of my constituents.
This being one of the largest single-day tree planting initiatives in Canada, the volunteers for 10,000 Trees deserve our appreciation, recognition and many thanks.
Social Housing
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Christian Ouellet Brome—Missisquoi, QC
Mr. Speaker, after UNESCO, it falls to the Union des municipalités du Québec to denounce the social housing situation. In a news release, UMQ stresses the importance of increasing the amount of affordable housing for families, seniors and people with specific housing needs.
Building community housing not only improves housing conditions, but also, and above all, improves living conditions for low-income families.
The Union des municipalités du Québec points out how urgent it is that we construct this type of housing in urban areas. In urban areas, the less fortunate have more difficulties in finding adequate housing. By supporting social housing, we support the population in small municipalities.
It is imperative that the Conservative government use part of the CMHC surplus to build affordable social housing.
Chuck Bailey
Statements By Members
April 7th, 2008 / 2 p.m.
Penny Priddy Surrey North, BC
Mr. Speaker, the most important thing a person can do is make a difference in the life of a child.
Chuck Bailey died on March 20 of this year after a lifetime of making a difference, dedicating more than 50 years to little league baseball as a pioneer of the Whalley Little League.
Chuck built a league that today is famous across the country. Over the years, he coached two Whalley teams to the Little League World Series and helped win 160 championships.
Chuck built more than a league. He built a family. Many of the youth he coached are themselves coaches today. In 2006 Chuck said:
I love the game. It's nice to see the smiles on the kids' faces. And when you see their tears you feel like crying too because they try so hard.
At Chuck's service, people wore their ball caps and jackets and afterward went to the ballpark, sat in the bleachers and ate hamburgers and smokies. How fitting.
I know Chuck will be with us when we throw out the first pitch of the 2008 little league season on Saturday, and we will all tip our hats to him.
Juno Awards
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Jim Abbott Kootenay—Columbia, BC
Mr. Speaker, last night in Calgary, comedian Russell Peters hosted the 37th annual Juno Awards. This annual event celebrates the best in Canadian music, and do we ever have a lot to celebrate.
Whether an emerging artist or an international superstar, from this year's Hall of Fame inductees, Triumph, to last night's big winners, the artists honoured have one thing in common: they are talent we are proud to call Canadian.
The gathering of all these talented people on the same stage is eloquent testimony to the excellence of their work. The trophies awarded to these artists are undeniable proof of the public's appreciation of them.
I ask members to please join me in congratulating all Juno award winners, nominees and performers. May our Canadian music stars continue to shine brightly both at home and on the international scene.
Human Rights
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Anita Neville Winnipeg South Centre, MB
Mr. Speaker, last week the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations made a decision to reinstate David Ahenakew to its senate, in spite of his despicable and hateful remarks about Jews. The Minister of Indian Affairs appropriately expressed disappointment with the federation's decision to reinstate Mr. Ahenakew and stated that the government would be reviewing its funding commitments with the federation. The minister said:
The past comments by this person have been very hurtful and inappropriate and go against absolutely everything that this country stands for.
Past comments by many members of the government have been hateful, inappropriate and go against everything this House stands for, as we saw with one stunning story about the member for Regina—Lumsden—Lake Centre regarding hateful comments he made about the gay community in 1991.
On Friday the government House leader said that he believes the matter is closed.
Why is there a double standard? As an article in the Regina Leader-Post put it:
At the end of the day, we must be consistent. We can't cherry pick our principles.
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Steven Fletcher Charleswood—St. James—Assiniboia, MB
Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to stand in the House today to recognize World Health Day. This year's focus is on the adverse effects of climate change on human health.
This government understands that as a northern country Canada is particularly vulnerable to a changing climate. That is why we have invested $85.9 million in our new adaptation on climate change strategy. Under the strategy we will implement several new initiatives that will complement our Turning the Corner action plan that will aggressively combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
For 13 years the previous Liberal government failed every day. Let there be no doubt that on this World Health Day and every day this Conservative government is serious about improving the health and the environment of Canadians. I am proud to say that we are getting the job done.
Quebec Community Credit Network
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Paul Crête Montmagny—L'Islet—Kamouraska—Rivière-du-Loup, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Réseau québécois du crédit communautaire is a network of 24 organizations from across Quebec. A good number of its clients are women and people under the age of 35. More than 50% of the clients of the organizations in this network have no jobs and even no income.
Community credit is an innovative way to meet the needs of the unemployed, of people receiving social assistance, and of low-income workers who want to take their place in society. Community credit does not simply fill the gap left by financial institutions. It is primarily a development resource that enables marginalized people to access funding for individual and group business projects, or for self-employment.
The Bloc Québécois would like to acknowledge community credit, which is part of solidarity financing in Quebec and is an indispensable complement to traditional types of financing.
Jake Warren
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Deepak Obhrai Calgary East, AB
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honour Mr. Jake Warren who passed away last Tuesday, and to recognize his long service to Canada.
Known as "Mr. Trade and Commerce", Mr. Warren was one of Canada's most important public servants of the past four decades.
Mr. Warren served for our nation in World War II and then as a senior official in the public service. In 1964 Mr. Warren was appointed deputy minister of the Department of Industry, Trade and Commerce. He went on to serve as high commissioner to Britain, ambassador to the United States and as ambassador to the Tokyo round of the world trade negotiations.
Mr. Warren was instrumental in shaping Canada's most important trading partnership, our trade relations with the United States.
He received the Public Service Outstanding Achievement Award in 1975 and was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1982.
In recognition of his important contributions to Canada, I ask that all members of the House join me in paying tribute to this devoted servant of our beloved nation.
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Geoff Regan Halifax West, NS
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of World Health Day. This year's theme focuses on the protection of global health from the adverse effects of climate change.
The effects of climate change on human health are becoming increasingly clear. More and more people are dying from extreme weather events.
The variation, incidence and spread of diseases are more likely to be affected by changing weather patterns. These impacts disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including the young, elderly, medically infirm, poor, and isolated people.
I therefore call on the government to become a proactive participant in efforts to address climate change in order to safeguard the health of our citizens.
Quebec City Armoury
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Luc Harvey Louis-Hébert, QC
Mr. Speaker, Quebec City, a UNESCO designated world heritage site, has just suffered a terrible tragedy. Its historic armoury, an architectural jewel and guardian of the military tradition of the Voltigeurs, the oldest French-speaking unit in the Canadian army, was lost to fire during the night of April 4, 2008.
The armoury was built in 1887 and declared a national historic site in 1986. The loss of the armoury is a very serious matter for this government and we believe that heritage remains a key factor in the management of our nation's affairs.
I would like to commend the remarkable work of the brave firefighters who battled the flames and helped the members of the museum's conservation team ensure the safeguarding of over 90% of the artifacts.
This government recognizes the immeasurable value of this historic armoury and remains committed to action, whose ultimate aim will always be the protection and preservation of our national heritage.
Louis Harris
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Brian Masse Windsor West, ON
Mr. Speaker, on March 22, 2008 at the age of 87 Louis Harris passed away peacefully. Mr. Harris was a proud Canadian who served in World War II with the Essex Scottish Regiment.
During his service in Normandy, Louis was injured when he was struck by shrapnel at multiple parts of his body, but was saved from greater harm as one piece was blocked by the book Jewish Thoughts, which his grandmother had given to him on his departure from home. It was tucked into his breast pocket for safe keeping.
When Louis returned he continued his service to Canada by volunteering all his life. As a member of the Royal Canadian Legion he was a founding member and past president of Branch 578, honorary life member of both the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a recipient of many awards including the prestigious Palm Leaf.
Louis was a loyal member of CAW local 444 working to provide for his family and community.
Louis was married to Mary, née DesRosiers, for 61 years, and the cherished father of Linda, Bonnie, Pam, Wayne, the late David, Gale, Danny, Barbara and Patrick. He is also survived by his 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
My condolences to Mary and all the Harris family. I will miss Louis' smile, laugh and determined resolve to build a better world. He did his part through and true.
Community MicroSkills Development Centre
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Yasmin Ratansi Don Valley East, ON
Since 1984 the Community MicroSkills Development Centre has provided settlement, training, employment and self-employment services to newcomers with a focus on visible minorities, low income women and youth.
This non-profit charitable organization helps newcomers negotiate the labyrinth of regulations so that they can get their skills recognized. They also encourage people to participate in the community to advance the goals of social and economic equality.
May 22 will mark the 11th anniversary of the MicroSkills Annual Awards Gala which will celebrate women entrepreneurs, corporate partnership and leadership among women and youth.
I encourage all members of the House to join me in recognizing the vital role the MicroSkills organization plays in encouraging newcomers to become active participants and productive contributors to Canadian society.


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George A. Herrick
CHITTENDEN - George A. Herrick, 71, of Chittenden died Tuesday morning, March 26, 2013, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Rutland, March 28, 1941, the son of William and Aurore (Guertin) Herrick.
George was a
U.S. Air Force
Veteran, serving during the
Vietnam War
He was employed by Carris Reels Inc., and from 1968 to 1999, he was employed by Sears Inc.
George was a member of the Chittenden Volunteer Fire Dept. and an auditor for the Town of Chittenden.
Surviving are his wife Betty (Capron) Herrick of Chittenden; three sons, Jeffrey Herrick of Chittenden, Brian Herrick of Rutland, and his children Tawnya, her daughter, Aubrey and Matthew and John Bradley Mendenhall and his wife Lisa Strachan of Vineyard Haven, MA; two daughters Patricia Pelkey and her husband Herb of West Rutland, and their children Marie, Caitlin and Nash, and Cheryl Lowe and her husband Erik of West Tisbury, MA, and their children Emily and Aaron; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife Margaret (Carroll) Herrick, and by a brother, William H. Herrick, Jr.
Visiting hours will be held Thursday, March 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Clifford Funeral Home in Rutland.
Graveside services with military honors will be held Friday, March 29, at 2:15 p.m. at Horton Cemetery in Chittenden.
Contributions may be made to Chittenden Volunteer Fire Dept, 266 Chittenden Road, Chittenden, VT 05737.
Published in Rutland Herald on Mar. 27, 2013


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SIGH-NAY, SIGH-NEE? Maine high court delves into obscure legislative vernacular
A footnote buried deep within the Maine Supreme Judicial Court's 55-page ruling on the governor's veto dispute with the Legislature highlighted another longstanding bone of contention. What is sine die? What does it mean? How the heck do you pronounce it? Sine die is Latin for the phrase "without a day." It was mentioned frequently during written and oral arguments made by attorneys representing the Legislature and Gov. Paul LePage […]CONTINUE READING
Thursday Mar 26, 2015 | 7:05 am
LePage crashes local budget forum, denies saying Stephen King doesn't pay taxes
So that must have been interesting. Gov. Paul LePage made an unexpected appearance Wednesday at a state budget forum with state Sen. Cathy Breen, D-Falmouth. The forum is one of several that Democratic lawmakers are hosting in their local districts across the state, an effort designed to deliver their take on the budget directly to constituents. LePage has been on his own budget road tour, but apparently decided to pop in at the […]Continue Reading
Tuesday Mar 24, 2015 | 4:33 pm
LePage, Mills split divides budget committee
The Legislature's budget writing committee engaged in its first public tussle Monday evening with a vote that wouldn't have been necessary if not for the ongoing dispute between Republican Gov. Paul LePage and Democratic Attorney General Janet Mills. At issue was whether lawmakers should circumvent the governor's authority to issue a $28,000 financial order that's needed to leverage federal matching funds for the AG's Medicaid Fraud Unit. The proposal stemmed from […]Continue Reading
Monday Mar 23, 2015 | 7:30 am
Morning Briefing 3.23.15: King demands a 'sorry,' Pennywise, Randall Flagg at the ready
No apology from Governor LePage. Some guys are a lot better at dishing it out than taking it back. — Stephen King (@StephenKing) March 22, 2015 Anyone else getting the sense that Stephen King isn't going to let Gov. Paul LePage wait out this tax/residency dustup in the bunker of silence? First the bestselling horror writer said the governor is full of — you know — for implying that King claimed […]Continue Reading
Friday Mar 20, 2015 | 9:56 am
King to LePage: 'Man up and apologize'
Governor Paul LePage implied that I don't pay my taxes. I do. Every cent. I think he needs to man up and apologize. — Stephen King (@StephenKing) March 20, 2015 Clearly, the Master of Horror is not satisfied with a corrected weekly radio address. Bangor resident Stephen King sent the above tweet Thursday evening following a wave of national news stories detailing how Gov. Paul LePage had claimed […]Continue Reading
Thursday Mar 19, 2015 | 10:38 am
Stephen King: LePage 'full of the stuff that makes the grass grow green'
Author Stephen King turned Gov. Paul LePage's effort to kill Maine's income tax into a horror show for the governor Thursday. In a weekly radio address LePage's office released on Wednesday, the governor erroneously said that King, who owns property in Florida, had moved to the Sunshine State, presumably to avoid paying income taxes to the state of Maine. The remark prompted King, a legal resident of Maine and frequent […]Continue Reading
Wednesday Mar 18, 2015 | 12:01 pm
Possibility of conflict raised as Maine lawmakers quickly defeat proposal rolling back river protection area
Lawmakers on the Environment and Natural Resources Committee took nearly three hours of testimony Monday on L.D. 467, a bill that would have narrowed a resource protection area known as the Saco River Corridor. And then, after a brief caucus, the committee quickly killed the bill. It's unusual, although not unprecedented, for a legislative committee to hold a public hearing on a bill and vote to defeat it in […]Continue Reading
Wednesday Mar 18, 2015 | 7:10 am
Morning Briefing 3.18.15: Kasich coming, LePage's timber quest & the NRA investigates a mole
Good morning, It's Franco-American Day at the State House and the speeches and presentations are likely to crowd out some of the legislative activity. The committee schedule is relatively light. There's a public hearing on L.D. 537 in the Education Committee. The proposal would prohibit standardized tests on students in grades kindergarten through grade 2. The Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee could potentially vote on L.D. 197, a proposal that […]Continue Reading
Monday Mar 16, 2015 | 7:20 am
Morning Briefing 3.16.15: Recognizing Sunshine Week with the dark side and the light
Good morning and happy Sunshine Week. The recognition of government transparency is apropos. Hillary Rodham Clinton, a likely candidate for president, held a press conference last week to explain her use of a private email server and to tell reporters that she'd deleted half of the messages. Clinton's purge is presumably because the messages contained the intricacies of hot yoga, but at least one columnist believes the entire performance event boiled […]Continue Reading
Thursday Mar 12, 2015 | 5:53 pm
Maine No. 1 in voter turnout in 2014
Maine has a long history of high voter turnout and the 2014 election was no exception. In fact, the Pine Tree State led the country last year. The group Nonprofit VOTE compiled turnout data certified by state election officials. It found that Maine led the country with 58.5 percent turnout among eligible voters. Wisconsin was second (56.8 percent) and Colorado (54.5 percent) was third. Interestingly, Colorado does almost all of […]Continue Reading


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Music Courses
MUS 191 or 192 Applied Music - 1 or 2 credits
Any student may take applied music courses. Two credits are offered for ten one-hour weekly lessons per term, or one credit for ten half-hour weekly lessons per term. Students taking ten one-hour weekly lessons per term are expected to practice a minimum of eight hours per week while studying. Students taking ten half-hour weekly lessons are expected to practice a minimum of four hours per week while studying. Students may select from the offerings noted below.
Fees: All students taking Applied Music 191 or 192 are charged at the current day per credit rate for each credit taken. Additionally, students are charged a Private Lesson Fee for a 10-week term of private lessons. Please refer to the Academic Fees section for the current rates. Declared music majors and declared music minors will be assessed this fee for any lessons taken after their respective applied music requirements (16 hours for the major; eight hours for the minor) are met.
Piano: Performance, teaching techniques and styling are emphasized in the study of compositions of the Classic, Romantic and Modern composers. A thorough technical foundation is stressed.
Voice: Tone production, breath control and diction are taught in a course of study ranging from simple Italian and English songs to operatic arias, oratorio arias and recitatives and modern song repertoire. Prerequisites: Music 195 or permission of applied music coordinator.
Organ: Prerequisite to the study of organ is the ability to play fluently selections from Bach's Two- Part Inventions or the equivalent. Hymn-playing and conducting from the organ stressed with a view to preparing the student for a church position.
Woodwinds and Brass: Chamber music ensembles will be developed when possible.
Violin and Viola: Development of playing skills with emphasis on accomplishment prerequisite to participation in chamber music and performance on the solo literature is covered.
Flute: Fundamental techniques are studied with the goal of development of sufficient skill to perform the solo literature and to participate in chamber music ensembles.
Classical and Folk Guitar: Fundamental methods of finger-style playing are studied with emphasis on position, tone and repertoire. Solo, duo and accompaniment techniques are included. The course of study ranges from simple folk tunes to the works of Bach, Villa-Lobos and Sor.
Percussion: Rudiments of percussion-playing are stressed, including classical and jazz styles.


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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Lauren Conrad Part I
Happy St. Patty's Day! I forgot to wear green...dangit! I actually did look in my closet last night but I wore my green work shirt last week, sigh. Anyways, I wanted to post my recent you tube vid...the Lauren Conrad braided hair tutorial. This is a two part series. After much persuasion, I convinced my best friend Saiesha to do the tutorial with me. Ever since Laguna Beach, she's been all over these kind of shows...the Hills, the City, etc. She also does hair a lot better than me, lol.
This is the inspiration:
Jennifer Aniston also recently rocked this look to the Oscars:
You pretty much need very basic tools that should be lying around the house: rat tail comb, boar bristle brush, bobby pins, hair spray, smoothing cream, flower accessory-optional.
Check out my video tutorial! I did Sai's makeup in the video too...i'll show you the breakdown in part II on Wednesday.
Isn't my Bestie gorgeous? Love yah girl!
Till next time, Ciao Bellas!
15 comments:
- KiLLaCaM said...
this is my all time fave hairstyle! its the "my bangs are filthy so i braided them" style! lol. very pretty indeed.
- March 17, 2009 at 10:37 AM
- Askmewhats said...
I love your hair Ren Ren, you look so pretty!
- March 17, 2009 at 11:04 AM
- ♡ Nic Nic ♡ said...
very pretty look! You bestie is gorgeous as you! :)
- March 17, 2009 at 11:08 AM
- Girl with Curl said...
Love the hair.
Both of you are so pretty.
- March 17, 2009 at 11:25 AM
- Miss Yaya said...
i looove LA Studio products, can't wait to see part 2
- March 17, 2009 at 11:46 AM
- Female_intuition said...
really cute, i wanna see part 2!!
- March 17, 2009 at 12:55 PM
- 梅子 said...
this is pretty gaawwwwgeous dahhhling!
hehe awe lauren conrad is awesome.
thanks for video!
- March 17, 2009 at 4:52 PM
- Annette said...
I LOVE THIS!!!!.. i was just looking online last night on ways to do it and then i check ur blog today and you have it.. your amazing!! keep up the good work!
- March 17, 2009 at 5:17 PM
- lipstickstaiin said...
i love your eye makeup in the video!! btw.. this is jesmakeup (so check ur email)! muah xoxo
- March 17, 2009 at 5:36 PM
- Krasey Beauty said...
I just had to drop in and say, I am such a huge fan of your work!
Definitely adding you to my blogroll!
- March 17, 2009 at 8:43 PM
- Eclecticldy said...
Adore the hair and your wedding look. Can't wait to hear about Sai's make up look.Gorgeous besties!!!
- March 17, 2009 at 9:19 PM
- EbeautyBlog said...
So cute. It's one of my favorite hairstyle for the summer :D
- March 17, 2009 at 11:10 PM
- JENSMAKEUPBAG said...
i really love this hairstyle! you and your bestie are beautiful! she did a really good job with the braid as well.
- March 18, 2009 at 1:53 AM
- Tia said...
Thank you for this tut. It was really helpful and well worth wasting my lunch-time over it =D I am loving your eyeshadow colors, Ren... did you post a tut. for that yet?
- March 18, 2009 at 1:40 PM
- jilliandanica said...
great tutorial! I've been wanting to do this look for a while but I'm so not good at french braiding my own hair, boo! Anywhos, thanks for adding me to your blogroll. I've added you to mine as well=)
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|NDSU Football Tailgating Policy
The following standards have been developed so that North Dakota State University students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests may enjoy their game day experience to the fullest. We anticipate your cooperation in observing each of these points, which are provided in the best interest of health and safety. Thank you very much.
Tailgating is allowed in all Fargodome parking lots. Consumption of alcohol is allowed in lots E, F and G. Consumption and possession of alcohol is prohibited in lots A, AA, B, C, D, and all other lots on the NDSU campus.
Reserved Parking: Reserved parking will be open 5 ½ hours before kickoff. All four lanes on Albrecht Blvd. will be used for reserved parking lineup. All parking spots will have a Lot, Row and Space designation.
Non-Reserved Parking: Non-reserved parking in Lot G west of the tree line 5 hours before kickoff. Parking is $3 per spot used on a first-come, first-serve basis. No blocking or saving parking spaces; fans who wish to tailgate together should arrive together. Non-reserved lineup will be on 17th Ave. N.
Lot D is a reserved Team Makers lot; alcohol is prohibited.
Cars and pickups must purchase a minimum of 2 spots. Buses, motor homes and vehicles with trailers will be required to purchase a minimum of 4 spots. All tailgaters will be required to display tickets for the number of parking spots they are using.
Tailgating Hours:
Lots open five hours prior to kickoff.
Tailgating ends 30 minutes prior to kickoff.
Lots close one hours after the game.
1. The University and the Fargodome reserve the right to restrict any vehicle or person for reasons of safety.
2. For safety reasons, we ask that all beverages be consumed from plastic or paper cups.
3. Under no circumstances shall persons under 21 years of age have possession of alcoholic beverages in the tailgating areas. Persons under the age of 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
4. Beer kegs, party balls, open cans, and glass bottles of beverages are prohibited in all parking areas.
5. No open containers of alcoholic beverages will be permitted outside the designated lots.
6. Individuals who interfere with the rights of other people by the use of loud, abusive language and behavior that prevent others from enjoying tailgating and the game will be asked to cease the behavior or leave the event.
7. Tailgating participants are responsible for keeping Fargodome and North Dakota State University and surrounding areas clean. Trash bins are located on every lot, and trash bags are available from tailgating personnel. We encourage all fans to help keep the tailgating area clean.
8. Driving under the influence is illegal in the state of North Dakota. State drinking and driving laws will be enforced in and around all parking lots.
9. Solicitation is not allowed on the North Dakota State University campus or Fargodome property without permit. The sale of items by anyone other than University personnel is prohibited unless the University has granted prior approval. All Fargodome solicitation policies apply.
10. Open flame fires, including fire pits, are prohibited in parking lots. Propane and charcoal grills are permitted. Please properly dispose of all hot coals.
11. Restrooms are available in the southwest corner of Fargodome from the opening of the tailgating lots until Fargodome doors open. Portable toilets are available in the west parking lots E and F. Please use these facilities. Additional restrooms available include the Fargodome lobby and Bison Sports Arena.
12. Please be aware that individuals who violate the above rules and regulations will be asked to leave the property and be subject to legal penalties.
13. Drinking games (included but not limited to beer pong), and the use of devices intended to accelerate the consumption of alcohol (including but not limited to funnels or beer pongs) are prohibited.


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No More Fins Off Their Backs
If the thought of sharks makes you envision a water skier meeting his end while the Jaws theme plays, think again. The reality is that there are only a handful of shark attacks around the world each year (only a few of which prove fatal), while humans kill about 73 million sharks a year. Hopefully that number will now take a dive, as the Bahamas has banned shark fishing and made 243,000 square miles of ocean into protected territory.
So why do we kill 73 million sharks every year? It certainly isn't in self-defense. One of the main reasons is to fulfill the demand for shark-fin soup. Since only the fin is desired, sharks are dragged to the surface, their fins are cut off, and they are thrown back into the ocean to slowly die from their injuries, stress, or suffocation.
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The United States, Canada, the European Union, and several other countries also have laws against shark finning. Only if compassionate people continue to decry shark fishing and refuse to purchase any shark meat or shark products (including shark cartilage supplements) will sharks be protected from the truly dangerous predators: people.
Written by Michelle Sherrow
Commenting is closed.
SAVE THE SHARKS!!! They are so over dramatized as cold animals when really there are hardly any shark attacks againist humans at all. No one deserves this. Save the Sharks, Dolphins, and Whales!!!<3
no more! SAVE THE SHARKS!
We need to take a STANCE! SAVE THE SHARKS!
Sharks play an important role in the marine ecosystem and should be protected from mindless slaughter!
I cant believe how cruel people can be,makes me ashamed to be human. I would do anything to stop animal cruelty.
Im from british columbia……………..if you kill it you better NEED to eat it ALL.
Please take heed of no longer cutting the fins of sharks.
PLEASE STOP THIS INSANITY…WHERE IS THE HUMANITY ?!! PLEASE PUT AN END TO THIS DISGUSTING, CRUEL, HORRIFIC ACT As Soon As Possible. Sharks are also God's creatures. Have a heart. PLEASE DO SOMETHING TO ERADICATE THIS CRUELTY. PLEASE…
This is a sickening disgrace. The image of that beautiful, terrified animal suffering needlessly makes my blood boil. These are innocent animals which have just as much right to live on this planet as we do. With the commercial fishing industry having caused horrific damage to the world's oceans already, all marine life deserve our utmost respect and all protection. It is great to be vegan. Peace to All.
One effective way is to educate people at places in China like Guangzhou or Hongkong that how cruel and not cool this is.
Looking into that shark's eyes you can see the fear mostest doubt. I hope they suffer the same fate and that this comes to an end.!
S T O P !!!!! ABSOLUTELY terrible and shameful!! Shame!!
What has this animal done to u? OMG that sick…
Stop raping our oceans..you are killing us in the process!! STOP IT!!!
Please, please stop this barbaric practice, they have the right to be left unharmed. We are a despicable species, I am ashamed!
This is disgusting, absolutely barbaric, the people that do this in order to meet the demands for this so called soup should be prosecuted, its cruelty.
Do you see this poor shark"s eyes???!!!!!??????? It is Suffering!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Back in The ocean like that!!!! Not fair!!!!
This is HORRIBLE and has to STOP! How cruel and inhumane! Humans always come up with new ways to torture and kill animals!
The dumbest thing about this is that shark fin tastes like nothing. The soup's taste is given by all the other ingredients put in the soup, so you can have shark fin soup without the fin and it would taste exactly the same. I saw it on a show on Discovery.
sharks are on this planet for approximately 420 million years… and hopefully they will still be here after we are long gone
If you think this is cruel check out Sea Shepherd sites . At this time of year the annual ' grind ' takes place in the Faroe islands . Pods of dolphins are herded by boats and trapped and beached. They are then systematicly slaughtered by men women and children and the sea runs red with blood. They are slashed open, mothers with unborn calves lay on the beach amongst their dead babies. The Danish should be utterly ashamed. All this in the name of ' tradition '
Outraged it is still happening and not world wide ban.
just horrific! Please end this cruelty and make it illegal!!!!
When people can't even be humane to other humans, how can we begin to expect them to be humane to animals. I get sickened by this needless cruelty to animals; I can barely find the words to express how much these people disgust me
Please stop killing the whales. People do not need to eat shark fin soup!!!!
I live in Canada and while it's illegal to shark fin the products can still be sold. They are trying to pass a bill late summer/ fall pohibitint sale of products too!
Poor things, I love sharks, how can people be so cruel


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