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Back in Time
Camille explains the emotional exhaustion of this episode's events, and rewatching the show
Hello to all of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Fans everywhere.
I got exhausted just watching the show. It makes me cringe in so many ways.
I just had gotten back from Hawaii and was off to NYC with my family and a few friends. I remember how excited I was to go see my husband and best friend. It had been at least two months since we had seen each other, because of both of our busy schedules.
First, I have to say the apartment was tastefully decorated. It was my first choice when I had gone to NYC apartment hunting with Kelsey a few months earlier. It's funny to watch myself talking about the apartment in this episode because it only proves the cameras can't be there to catch everything. Kelsey was becoming increasingly concerned about the size of the apartment after living there a few months. I was wrong about the square footage. He likes his personal space and with only two thousand square feet or so it was going to be difficult to meet his needs, not to mention the kids. I guess I had internalized Kelsey's concerns and shared them with the camera.
In the few weeks leading to this trip, Kelsey became less interested in when I would be moving to NYC to join him with the kids. The one thing he did share with me was that he was thinking he wanted to move to NYC full time. I told myself he was still in the Honeymoon Phase with his play, but truthfully I realized something was wrong. You know the uneasy feeling that never leaves, it's there when you wake up and there when you go to bed. When I arrived in town I couldn't wait to see him. He just wasn't the same loving partner that had left me a few months before. It was a sad day for me. In spite of my personal disappointment I wanted my children to be happy and enjoy our time together as a family. And I still had no idea of what would be coming.
Another thing that weighed heavily on my mind was my mother's recent cancer diagnosis. She had been in remission for sixteen years. This new information shortly before this trip was a jolt to all of us. In this episode, I was trying to talk to my mother about her diagnosis. She had told me before that she was fine talking about it, but I guess she over estimated her comfort level on this subject. I totally respect that because I love my mother very much. We are a very close family.
All of these things occupied my mind when the ladies came to town. I was eager to play hostess to the premier of my husband's play. I had this underlying anxiety about seeing Kyle because of what had happened in Las Vegas. Of course, Adrienne was unable to make the trip. I was saddened by Adrienne's loss and my condolences go to her and her family.
When Kyle came to me to apologize for the misunderstanding in Las Vegas I was very open to the idea of forgive and forget. I had way to many other more important things on my mind. The original incident was not caught on camera. I believed that for a "she said, she said" situation, it had been blown out of proportion. When Kyle approached me I listened to her apology and tried to accept one that I felt wasn't really there. I am the type of person who believes an apology should be sincere and from the heart. After I left the room, I just couldn't shake the fact that she had managed to apologize and insult me in the same breath. It really hurt my feelings when she told me not to be so insecure. I am not saying that I have never had an insecure moment in my life, I, like most people, have had many. This just wasn't one of them. After further reflection, I couldn't go to dinner without letting her know that she hurt me. I didn't appreciate her dig wrapped in an apology.
...And the rest is history. The situation escalated from there. I did remain composed trying to keep my comments to the situation at hand, instead of name calling and insulting. I do wish that this ridiculous incident had never started. It must seem so trivial to all of the viewers and I agree. Truly this whole situation is insignificant when compared to what was going on in my family life.
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A Maytag Refrigerator Recall was officially announced on August 25, 2009. Maytag said it will be recalling approximately 46,000 refrigerators under the Maytag, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag and Crosley brand names, due to a fire hazard.
Apparently, there is the potential of an electrical failure in the device that turns on the compressor. Maytag corporate said that this issue could lead to a chance of overheating that could potentially create a fire.
This recall is an extension of the March recall where about 1.6 million similar refrigerators were recalled.
According to the Associated Press, Maytag, which is now part of Whirlpool Corp., said that since that last recall it has received 23 more reports of refrigerators catching fire. Of those reports, there were four incidents of property or smoke damage.
The Maytag refrigerator recall refrigerator models in question are mostly side-by-side and top freezer refrigerators. They range in colors from black, bisque, white and stainless steel and cost between $350 and $1,600. Most importantly all of these units were sold from September 2000 to May 2004.
The recalled fridges have both serial and model numbers on a label that can be found on the refrigerator liner near the left or middle upper side. Check to see if your refrigerator has any these serial and model number combinations:
Model Numbers BEGINNING with: CT15G4, CTB152, CTL151, CTM152,CTN151, MTB195, MTB215, MTB245, MTF195, MTF215, PTB155, PTB175, PTB195, PTB215
Any Maytag Refrigerators with freezers on the bottom are NOT included in the recall.
Maytag (they are actually owned by Whirlpool) said consumers who own the defective machines should call Maytag to schedule a free in-home repair. DON'T return the refrigerator. The phone number is (866) 533-9817.
You may also wish to contact Maytag directly. For specific models affected and a list of qualified repair people in your area, please go to the Matyag Repair Site
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The meeting began by discussing the past fiscal year in sales. Our sales staff suggested investing more in marketing to help sales grow. The supply staff commented that improved communications would help them cut down on time to market. At the end of the meeting, the director of the company introduced the new chief operations officer.
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Members of Congress who attended a closed-door forum with Justice Antonin Scalia on Monday said they got some advice on how to keep the Supreme Court out of their hair.
Two of his suggestions: Be as specific as possible when writing legislation, and watch the boundaries set out by the Constitution.
Rep. Scott Garrett (R-N.J.) said Scalia emphasized that often, when the Supreme Court upends lawmakers' work, "it's because Congress is silent" regarding its intent. Rep. David Schweikert (R-Ariz.) said he took away that Congress should be its own "first line of defense" in ensuring that the laws it passes are constitutional.
The talk was hosted by Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.), the chair of the House's Tea Party Caucus and an advocate for restraining congressional power via the commerce clause and other means. Any House member could attend the event, though, and more than 50 did so, she said. Reporters were not allowed inside, but several lawmakers described the discussion.
At least three House Democrats attended and two of them said the event was worthwhile. "There was nothing partisan here," said Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.). "It was Justice Scalia expressing his views." Nadler said he didn't know that the House's Tea Party Caucus was hosting the event until reporters told him afterward.
Nadler said the session was wide-ranging, and that several lawmakers asked questions. In response, Nadler said, Scalia restated his longstanding willingness to overturn Roe v. Wade and reiterated his view that a line-item veto could be constitutional.
Nadler said that Rep. Joe Barton (R-Texas) asked about the Court's ruling in Massachusetts v. EPA, which found that the Environmental Protection Agency has the statutory authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. In response to Barton, Scalia noted that Congress can amend the relevant statute if it wishes, Nadler said.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.), who attended and took notes, called the discussion "perfectly suited for a bipartisan audience." She said Scalia advised lawmakers to get hard-copy versions of the Federalist Papers, but much of the discussion "was pretty dry."
"This is a discussion going on at a very, very high level right now," Schakowsky, who is not a lawyer, told reporters after leaving midway. "Lots of Latin phrases from lawyers. I'm not sure I understand them."
Bachmann said Scalia's talk would be the first in a series. She said she plans to invite other "people who are known for having an understanding of the Constitution," continuing next with Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn. Any other Supreme Court justice is welcome, she said.


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not planed. TV Show was canceled.
Housewife Carmen van Walraven is forced to take over her family's criminal business when her husband is assassinated for trying to snitch.
Carmen has survived the attack and wakes up from her coma
Carmen's sudden release was a surprise and happiness, which is celebrated by her family, but it is a black day too as Boris is still gone. Meanwhile Carmen has to be silent about her infiltration into the Mexican cartel. Carmen is involving her family and friends without questioning them into her business, even Sandrina. Together with her, they contact Jack van Zon. Nathalie doesn't understand her mother's choices and Lucien seems to be lucky in love again.
Carmen suspects the Mexican cartel for the murder of John and Koen. She wants a meeting, but finds out that the Mexicans do not trust her. El Almarillo wants Carmen to bring a small amount of cocaine to Holland as test, to know if Carmen has the power and transport to arrange that. Carmen can't lie anymore and tells her family the truth about her job for Justice. Jack decides to invest in Carmen's business and Boris has to make a choice.
El Almarillo suspects Carmen of infiltration. He gives her a second test. Luther advises Carmen from within the prison. Carmen is aware that the Mexicans have nothing to do with the disappearance of Boris. Carmen receives a tip of Boris where-bouts, but is he willing to return back to Carmen? Fiep is still trying to find Carmen's money via Simon. Sandrina receives orders from Carmen to pick up a delivery, but is unexpectedly visited by Jack.
Berry finds Boris with Coach where he is about to receive training. The Mexicans find their evidence that Carmen is an infiltrator. She decides to make a deal with them and to play Justine. Natalie is helping her mother with resistance, but she has a secret too. Everything seems to go well..... Meanwhile they need to do their best to safe their cocaine delivery.
After Boris killed 'El Amarillo', he is cheered by 'Coach' and becomes a full member of their gang. The coke of Carmen, which she needs to deliver, has been stolen by an anonymous person and she has to do her best to track it. The track leads to a person she thought she could trust.
Luther goes to the Mexicans as collateral for the stash of Coke, which is meant for the Mexicans. Carmen has 24 hours to bring it and once she delivers it, she becomes entangled in a brutal confrontation.
Boris has disappeared again and Berry has been beaten up. The confontration between the Mexicans and the other gang has huge consequences. Carmen's mother Fiep finds out the truth behind the attack on Carmen and together with Luther she's looking for revenge. Carmen, together with Luther and Storm, are searching for Boris. The trail leads to a seedy sex club in Belgium. Lucien finds out the true intentions of Aisha. And what is 'Van Zon' planning?
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We all know I am the kind of person that takes things to the extreme every now and then, well I am afraid I have crossed the crazy bridge yet again. Going on for just over 2 months now I have had stomach pain every single time I eat. It doesn't matter what I eat, but it does matter how much. It hurts like the dickens every time...and it comes with neck and shoulder and chest pain. Apparently stomach pain has radiating powers...awesome right!?!?!? Everyone has an opinion on what the problem is and I do have an appt with a GI doc now but while I wait I'm going to try to cure myself. HA!!!! I figure trying Holistic options will at least keep me from searching the internet and finding out all the new types of cancer I have.
Ok so phase one: Juicing! I have read up on this and it seems like a good start. Juicing all kinds of fruits and veggies to get all of those Micronutrients. Right off the bat it is a detox type of thing. Only fruit and veggies. Just FYI if you don't like broccoli cooked and in some sort of dip you probably wont like it run through a juicer. Soooo gross. The help is the sweet from the fruit mixed with it. It took me about 2 hours this morning to get the green juice down but I did. I dread having to drink it again but I am on the path to self healing!
Right now its still day one so its not too bad but I am not looking forward to day 2. Raw, juicy, veggies BLA-Yuck! The one plus side is you cant juice a banana so I get to eat that!!!!!!
This whole experiment is really because there is nothing to lose. I eat, it hurts, I don't eat, feels fine, but starving, so eat something gross for 2 weeks in hopes that I might be able to introduce some flavor or meat back into the equation without crazy stomach pain.
So everyone raise your glass (haha pun very much intended) to trying something a little on the extreme side.


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I just noticed a swollen area in Brutuss mouth. Its under his tongue and looks like a fluid filled sac. Its really hard to look at or get a picture, Ill try to get one. Is this an emergency? Can I just make him an appointment in a day or two? Just watch it? Hes 4 months old and hasnt had any problems yet, Im kind of freaking out. Its pretty big but isnt affecting his breathing or eating.
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Oooooo. that is a tad big... check it tonight before going to bed make sure it's stable in size....if it hasn't changed in the morning, yes I would go have it checked out. He could of pinched a nerve n it swelled but yes definitely have it checked out if it's the same size in the morning.
I would insist on your Vet looking at that. Tell them you need to be seen right away and you cannot afford an Emergency Vet. See where that gets you...
Who says Bulldogs can't fly?
Oooh yeah...thats pretty big. Definitely a vet visit if it doesnt go down. Maybe some sort of cyst or something??
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6 Basic Steps To Escalate To Higher Levels With Inbound Marketing
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Marketing is an investment in the growth of business and Inbound Marketing is a process to drive traffic to website to generate leads and leads to sales.
Inbound Marketing is not done 1 time; however, it is also a slow process. The results are not generated fast with sales galore and it happens at a slow paces with sales generated with time.
There are 6 to steps in the process to Inbound Marketing:
1. Develop A Successful Marketing Strategy :
To Develop a successful Marketing Plan we first have to understand the goals and objectives of the plan:
- What Marketing Challenges have you had?
- Who is your target / ideal customer?
- How can you attract them?
- Where do potential Buyers hang out?
- How much you should invest in a Marketing Plan?
- How is the Marketing Plan going to show ROI?
2. Create And Maintain A Powerful Website :
An effective website is essential for your Online Marketing and Lead Generation. It is necessary to capture and monitor from where Traffic is coming, and what products are being viewed and at what time the website is being viewed.
The essential qualities of a website are:
- Easy to navigate
- Professional appearance
- Search Engine Friendly
- Mobile Ready
- Easy to update
The important point to remember is that if you build a website, leads just won't come. There are other important factors that aid in driving Traffic.
3. Generate More Traffic :
By increasing the amount of Traffic to your website, you increase the number of opportunities for visitors to convert leads.
The strategies to generate more Traffic:
- Blogging: Blogging aids in making content relevant for your audience. Here, more pages means more opportunities to be found. It has been estimated that a Blog will get you 55% more traffic.
- Social Media: It is estimated that businesses can see 63% increase in Marketing effectiveness when using Social media and also that nearly two thirds of US Internet users regularly use social media.
- SEO (Search Engine Optimization): In SEO, it is important to identify target customers, create content that targets those keywords which attracts prospective customers and build quality links to your sites. It is estimated that 44% of searches are for specific products or services and 20% of Google searches are for local businesses.
- PPC (Pay per Click): It is important to choose where you advertise for PPC. It is estimated that 70% of links search users click on are organic.
4. Convert Traffic To Leads:
In Converting Traffic to Leads, it is important to create attractive offers and calls to action that appeal to potential buyers at all levels.
Process of Conversion is:
- Build landing pages that describe offer with a form to collect information.
- When they complete the form, the lead will be given access to offer
- Receive an auto responder mail.
- Enter into your CRM tool.
- Place call to action offers throughout your website.
There are different Levels of Buyers here and it is important to provide info to cater to all the levels of Buyers like; Unaware Buyers, Interested Buyers, Recognized Need & Ready to Buy.
5. Convert Leads into Sales :
The steps to convert Leads into Sales are :
- Lead intelligence: Collect info on Leads.
- Segment Leads: Lead profiling for effective targeting.
- Lead Nurturing: Create campaigns to nurture leads.
- Email Marketing: Stay in touch with your leads and communicate on a timely basis.
- CRM Integration: Use a CRM system to track all activities with your leads and customers for a better sales process.
6. Measure Everything:
As quoted by W Edwards Deming, " You can't manage what you can't measure"
It is important to measure the traffic to Leads, leads to customers, cost per lead and cost per customer.
Having said that, Inbound Marketing is a thing of the future and it is important for Businesses to explore this avenue for an effective Business model.


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5 Stylish Ways to Thrive in a Tiny Bedroom
Tiny bedrooms don't have to be a bummer; in fact a small bedroom can up the feeling of coziness, making your sleep space a stunning and stylish spot to float off to snoozeland. But if you're worried about not being able to add your personality or feeling a little too claustrophobic, stick to these five stylish and real-world tested ways to thrive in a tiny bedroom.
Make use of all your space
From creating a small loft if you have a high ceiling, to DIYing a bed with built-in storage to making a closet in whatever corner you've got open, those who thrive in bedrooms without a lot of square footage do so by using up all the space they have, not so they can stuff more stuff into a small space, but so that the space they do have functions more smoothly.
Let the bed do the style/pattern/color talking
If the walls feel like they're closing in on you in your small space, consider leaving them blank and as resting spots for the eyes, while you focus your color and pattern play on the main focal point of a small bedroom, the bed.
Or not
Of course there's also another option in very small bedrooms, and that's blasting big scale pattern or graphics all over your wall surfaces. This visual spectacle isn't for everyone, but it can result in a bold space that helps distract from a small size.
Wall-mount it
Wall-mount light fixtures. Wall-mount your nightstand. Wall-mount storage objects like shelves and cabinets. Get things off the floor and out of the way when you live in a small bedroom and you'll have a room that feels a little more airy.
Highlight the cozy/nest-like feel
Why fight the flow? If your bedroom area is already feeling nest-like, go in that direction by really piling on the textures, pillows, cushions and curtains to underscore the cozy feel.


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You cannot be Christ's servant if you are not willing to follow him, cross and all. What do you crave? A crown? Then it must be a crown of thorns if you are to be like him. Do you want to be lifted up? So you shall, but it will be upon a cross.
All the flowers of the field, and many of the beasts of the plain, and now the very orbs of heaven, are turned into metaphors and symbols by which the glory of Jesus may be manifested to us. Where God takes such pains to teach, we ought to be at pains to learn.
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July 22, 2016
PAL LADIES INTERCLUB. Captains of 28 ladies golf teams, including golfers from Australia and Port Moresby, gathered at Camp John Hay Golf Club in Baguio for the 1st team captains meeting of the 11th PAL Ladies Interclub golf tournament to kick off October 4 to 7 at the Camp John Hay golf course, with the theme 'Glam on the Greens'.
Photo shows the colorful team captains with (seated center, from left) tournament director Henry Arabelo, Camp John Hay Golf Club general manager Tim Allen, PAL tournament officials Dina May Flores, Eric Tan, Pinky Custodio and Kookai Silverio.


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In the embedded YouTube video, I turn a WowWee Roboquad robot into a remote controlled spy robot using an unreleased version of my Robodance controller software. Using Robodance's voice control interface and Skype API integration, I make my home computer into a Skype server that converts Skype audio received from a remote client into robot commands that are executed by my Roboquad robot. The Roboquad has a 2.4 GHz wireless camera and microphone attached to its head. My home computer answers the incoming Skype call and relays the audio and video from the Roboquad to my laptop via Skype's video call service. My laptop is acting as a remote client that makes a Skype call into my home computer. The net result is that from my laptop, which is running only the Skype client software, I can call into my home computer from anywhere in the world and spy on my own home while using my voice to command my Roboquad spy robot. Here's the video:
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March 22, 2017
John 6:36-46
36 But as I told you, you have seen me and still you do not believe. 37 All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away. 38 For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of him who sent me. 39 And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all those he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. 40 For my Father's will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day."
41 At this the Jews there began to grumble about him because he said, "I am the bread that came down from heaven." 42 They said, "Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How can he now say, 'I came down from heaven'?"
43 "Stop grumbling among yourselves," Jesus answered. 44 "No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day. 45 It is written in the Prophets: 'They will all be taught by God.' Everyone who has heard the Father and learned from him comes to me. 46 No one has seen the Father except the one who is from God; only he has seen the Father.
It all seems to be coming undone. Jesus finds himself in a circle of doubters, scoffers and accusers. We have gone from multiple awe-inspiring miraculous signs to this:
They said, "Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How can he now say, 'I came down from heaven'?"
If we are honest, and sympathetic at all to those eyewitnesses of all these happenings, it all does seem a bit incredulous. It is one thing to be impressed by the magnitude of the signs Jesus performed. It's a big leap from there to buying into the claim that he "came down from heaven." Right? Maybe if he was from out of town, but not this Nazarene we all know of.
Let's get something straight. These skeptics are part of the ruling class. They are the respected establishment leaders—the people we look up to and admire. They are the beneficiaries of the status quo. They buy vintage wine. On the other hand, the people following Jesus are the common folk—in many cases the poor. They are the left behind ones and the forgotten—the people who need a break from the status quo if they ever hope to break free from it. They buy lottery tickets.
It's a long leap from then and there to here and now (and a stretched analogy), yet I want to pose the question to us, who find ourselves somewhere in between the power players and the peasants:
Who are we following? We can claim to follow Jesus, but chances are if we are not following alongside the kind of people now who followed Jesus then we are probably not following Jesus but some variety of establishment religion.
I think Jesus is ever clarifying who his followers are and aren't. He is as confrontational as he is comforting. The only way in is by opting in. As we will soon see, many choose to opt out, if they were ever really in in the first place.
Let's put a pin in it there today.
Abba Father, we thank you for your Son, Jesus, who mercifully exposes us and graciously welcomes us to come closer. We confess, all too often we want to follow him while keeping our distance from so many of his followers. Come Holy Spirit and convince us that we are them in the eyes of God. We pray in Jesus name. Amen.
- How do you want to push back on my point today?
- Am I being unfair to suggest that if we aren't alongside the poor in following Jesus that we might not actually be following Jesus?
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Search Parish Settlements
- These records are from a variety of documents designed to establish legal place of residence
- The wildcard (%) is applied by default to the right hand side of some search terms. To obtain more results, keep your search terms to a minimum e.g. to find all variations for Stephen, search for 'St' in the forename field.
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10 super patios in the Outaouais!
After a long
morning day at the office, what better than enjoying a cold beer/sangria/fruity little umbrella-sporting cocktail on a sunny patio? Not much, honestly. Let us rejoice, for the Outaouais is full of such patios! Here is short list of these #outaouaisfun places.
In Gatineau
In Gatineau, the words "patio" and "Aux 4 jeudis" are almost synonymous. Vast and sunny, it has its own two bars and a retractable roof in case the weather isn't on your side. It is THE place for Happy Hour and to spend a night out with friends for many locals, young and old. Monday night is almost Outdoor Movie night, with a film projected on the wall of the neighbouring restaurant.
Very close to there, the Brasseurs du temps have settled in a heritage-rich building. The site that once was the first brewery in Hull became a pumping station, then a museum, and then a brewery again. The place breathes heritage and that's precisely its charm. Their patio is a little trip through time, specially if you order "the clock".
Let's go west now, shall we? In Aylmer, one will find Québec's largest beer menu. Last time we checked, l'Autre Œil had close to 600 different kinds and that number probably went up since then. Located on superb Principale Street in an ancestral brick house, their patio enevn has a fireplace for these nights-around-a-campfire-at-the-cottage kind of feel.
If you keep on going along that same street, you'll end up at the Marina d'Aylmer. Here, you can daydream that one of the sails boats at the docks is yours while watching the majestic Ottawa River. If you happen to be there at sunset, you may find yourself shedding a tear or two of pure joy. And with the bike path passing right by the patio, it's the perfect spot to take a break after (or during) a long ride.
Jacques-Cartier Street may be undergoing a lot of roadwork but it is still a beautiful destination. Right where the Gatineau River meets the Outaouais, you'll find the Sterling, one of Canada's top restaurants. With a menu like their's, it's a perfect spot to bring your loved one or that crush you want to impress.
In the Pontiac
Esprit rafting is a whitewater rafting business (duh!) but also a youth hostel. Located in Davidson on a little peninsula on the Ottawa, it is also an awesome place for the sunset-loving crowd. Surrounded by nature with a beautiful beach, it has a stone oven in which mouthwatering pizzas are baked and is decorated by flags from all the countries where the staff has rafted. You can even spent a night at the hostel or set up your tent at little cost, should you suddenly not feel like going back home.
In the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau
Are you familiar with Village Majopial? No? Quick make reservations at l'Huile d'olive and ask for a table on the patio. Not only is the food great but their wine cellar (that you can visit, if you want to) is quite impressive. You also get a view like nowhere else on Trente-et-un-milles lake and there's a dock just by the lake where you can rent a canoe or kayak before rewarding yourself with a cold one.
In the Collines-de-l'Outaouais
Are you looking for a family-friendly patio? Look no further because Chelsea Pub is the place for you! The patio almost surrounds the heritage building and a section was transformed into a playground for the kids. Chelsea is a lively little town and Chelsea Pub is the best place to catch its beat.
About fifteen minutes north of there in the town of Wakefield, you will find the Wakefield Mill. Surrounded by Gatineau Park, the inn was built on the remnants of the old mill that was once powered by the neighbouring MacLaren falls. The patio is right above these falls and wether you're there to enjoy a great meal or have a drink, let the purring of the water and the wind in the trees take you somewhere far, far from civilisation.
In the Petite-Nation la Lièvre
Fairmont le Château Montebello needs no introduction but have you ever taken the time to sit behind it, on the patio overlooking the Ottawa River? If yes, you know whart I'm talking about. If not, go go go! The hotel's rustic charms, superb flower beds and the giant barbecue they have in summer form a perfect combination to feel like royalty visiting its subjects in the Outaouais. But don't let that inflate your ego too much, please.
You might say that I've missed a few great ones and I acknowledge that. This is why I'm asking you to tell me what YOUR favorite patio in the Outaouais is. Who knows? If you invite me, I might just talk about it in a future article. Until then, we wish you a great #outaouaisfun summer and to find more fun places to discover head to www.outaouaistourism.com!


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While the movie has lots of action, and Russell Crowe is great, the ending
leaves a bad taste in the mouth. Our "Willing suspension of disbelief" is violated when the gang leader identifies with his captor so much (Stockholm Syndrome) that when he gets free, he SHOOTS HIS OWN GANG that got him free and then jumps on the train and surrenders his guns, and walks behind bars as the train leaves. Surrrrrrre….this is contrary to all common sense. Then the director blows it further when the gang leader (Crowe) whistles to his horse to follow the train at the ending credits,hinting an escape..so if he does, where is his gang? –Dead.
Yuck and phooey.
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Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Major Crimes Division – Robbery Section are investigating a bank robbery that occurred Monday evening at the TD Bank located at 8661 Colesville Road in Silver Spring.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police-Major Crimes Division, Robbery Section are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a Safeway grocery store. Today, detectives are releasing photographs of the suspects.
On July 15 at approximately 10:22 p.m., officers from the 3rd District responded to the Safeway, 116 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring for the report of an armed robbery that had just occurred. The preliminary investigation revealed that two suspects entered the store office and encountered an employee. One suspect pulled out a handgun and the other suspect punched the employee in the face. The suspects then removed an undetermined amount of currency from the cash drawers in the office. The suspects then fled in an unknown direction.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police 2nd District continue to investigate a vandalism that occurred at North Bethesda Middle School over the weekend. Crime Solvers is now offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest and/or indictment in this case.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police 2nd District are investigating vandalism that was discovered July 16th to an area middle school and to vehicles parked in the neighborhood near the school.
Early this morning, school security officers responded to North Bethesda Middle School located at 8935 Bradmoor Drive in Bethesda, for an active alarm. They discovered vandalism to the school and contacted police. At approximately 2:40 this morning, 2nd District officers responded to begin an investigation. They found an ethnically-offensive word, a sexually-descriptive drawing, and several initials painted on the outside of the building. They also found several windows had been broken. As the investigation continued, they discovered that seven vehicles on Beech Avenue had paint on them, and one vehicle had the same ethnically-offensive word painted on it.
ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) - A court hearing is set for a woman charged with killing a coworker at an upscale yoga clothing shop in Bethesda.
Brittany Norwood's court hearing is set for 9 a.m. Friday, July 8th, in Montgomery County.
Norwood is charged in the March murder of Jayna Murray, a coworker at the Lululemon Athletica shop. Police say Norwood killed Murray during a dispute after Murray found suspected stolen merchandise in Norwood's bag. Police say Norwood tried to conceal the homicide by tying herself up and blaming the attack on two masked men who she said entered the store after it closed.
Attorneys are expected to discuss future court dates and the sharing of information, known as discovery.
The following information comes to us from Montgomery County's Police Family Crimes Division:
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Family Crimes Division are asking the public for help to locate a teenager missing from Bethesda.Michael Jeffrey Gura, age 17, of the 4900 block of Sentinel Drive in Bethesda was last seen on July 3. Michael is described as a white male, 6' tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown eyes and short, curly brown hair. The teenager was last seen driving a Gold 1999 Chrysler Sebring 4-door with Maryland tags of GGY-275.Police and his family are concerned for his welfare because it is uncharacteristic for the teenager not to have contact with his family. Anyone with information about Michael Gura's whereabouts is asked to call the Montgomery County police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000 (24hrs). Callers may remain anonymous.
This information comes to us from the U.S. Department of Justice:
Greenbelt, Maryland - Chief U.S. District Judge Deborah K. Chasanow sentenced former Montgomery County Police officer Delores Culmer, age 38, of Silver Spring, Maryland to five months in home detention with electronic monitoring, followed by two years of supervised release, for obtaining unauthorized information from protected government computers for her personal financial gain or commercial advantage.
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Last night we watched a movie called "21" – about a group of MIT math students who made a fortune in Las Vegas by "counting cards" at the Blackjack tables. The movie was so-so, but one scene reminded me of an old mathematical nemesis — the Monty Hall problem. In the scene, a math professor (Kevin Spacey) tells the student there is a car behind one of the three chalkboards, 1, 2, or 3. He asks the student to guess which chalkboard hides the car. Student picks board #1.
At this point, professor reveals that behind door #3 there is no car. So now we know that the car is behind either board #1 or board #2. Professor then asks student if he wants to change his guess. Student says "yes" and changes his guess to board #2, telling professor "I have a 66% chance behind board #2, but only a 33% chance behind board #1."
This is unintuitive to me. When one choice becomes eliminated, my intuition tells me that the probability of the car behind either remaining door is 50:50, regardless if I had previously made a choice, or not.
So I created a test with my son. We did 40 trials. He guessed 1 of the 3 options, then randomly said "keep" or "change" without even knowing the choice I had eliminated. Indeed, when he changed his original choice, he was right roughly 2/3 of the time. When he did not change his choice, he was right only 1/3 of the time. (for those still puzzled, a good analysis can be found here).
Does this reveal a larger metaphor? More times in life than I care to admit, I have found myself holding on to a form of certainty that was later found to be totally unfounded. Even when presented with unassailable evidence, we often refuse to acknowledge the clarity set before us – favoring deeply ingrained "religious" certainties. And some of you are still saying "no, there are two remaining doors – it's plainly obvious to anyone that the odds are 50/50."


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Whether you are an aviation enthusiast who dreams of piloting your friends and family amongst the clouds or an aspiring professional aviator bound for the airlines, Hayes Aviation is committed to help you achieve your goal. Our mission is to turn your dream into reality by offering you professional flight training in a laid back comfortable learning atmosphere.


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(13'4 x 4'6) (4.06 x 1.37m) approx
A functional room, featuring a large wall opening that lets in plenty of natural light and also provides a viewing gallery for overlooking and appreciating the lounge/dining area and mezzanine level. Large walk in cupboard suitable for storage. The office, wall opening and storage cupboard are all well lit with modern recessed downlighters. Floored with high quality light oak flooring. Radiator.
The Old Warehouse is now SOLD.
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This section will provide an overview for those wishing to immigrate to Canada. The information below explains the steps, eligibility, procedure, preparation and programs you must consider before beginning your application.
- Determine your eligibility
- Apply
- Prepare
questionnaire to help you determine if you qualify for any of these programs. Questions will be about your nationality, age, language ability, family members, education, work experience, income/net  The first step of applying for permanent residency is determining your eligibility. It is important to know what program works best for your family when planning to visit, study or live in Canada.
The Canadian government provides a brief orth and any job offers. You will be asked questions pertaining to the reason you wish to enter the country (work, study, live), the length of your stay, your country of residence, any family already living in Canada, date of birth, etc.
After fully completing the questionnaire, you will be able to see if they are any immigration options available to you. Each program has different requirements. Selecting the apply button for a program will give you a outline of the application procedure. Filling out forms as well as fees will be part of the application process and you should have access to a printer.
To complete this questionnaire, please visit
Categories you may consider applying for include
- Federal skilled workers
- Skilled trades
- Quebec-selected skilled workers
- Canadian Experience Class
- Investors, entrepreneurs and self-employed people
- Provincial nominees
- Sponsoring your family
- Live-in caregivers
- Refugees
Federal skilled workers (FSW)
People chosen as permanent residents based on ability to settle and work in Canada (outside of Quebec)
FSW are assessed based on English/French skills, education, work experience, and other factors.
To be eligible you must have
- at least one year of continuous and paid (full-time or an equal amount in part-time) work  experience.
- in a single occupation within the last 10 years,
- at skill type 0, or skill levels A or B of the 2011 edition of the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC)
- have this work experience in one of the eligible occupations, OR
- have a valid offer of arranged employment, OR
- are an international student who is enrolled in a PhD program in Canada (or who graduated from a Canadian PhD program within the past 12 months) and meet these criteria.
You must also meet the minimum requirements which include consider factors such as work experience, language ability, and education. Other selection factors include age, arranged employment in Canada, adaptability and proof of funds.
Crime, human rights violations, security, health, financial or other reasons can make you inadmissible to Canada.
For more information on applying to be a FWS, please visit
Skilled trades
For people who want to immigrate based on being qualified in a skilled trade (Federal Skilled Trades Program).
The Canadian government will accept no more than 3,000 applications for this program each year and only 100 applicants for certain jobs will be considered for processing.
To be eligible you must
- plan to live outside the province of Quebec (the province of Quebec chooses its own skilled workers)
- meet the required levels in English or French for each language ability (speaking, reading, writing, and listening),
- have a minimum of two years full-time work experience (30 hours a week) or an equal amount of part-time work experience in a skilled trade within the five years before you apply
- meet all job requirements for that skilled trade as set out in the National Occupational Classification (NOC)
- have an offer of full-time employment from a maximum of 2 employers for a total period of at least one year or a certificate of qualification in that skilled trade issued by a provincial or territorial body
Candidates will have to go to the province or territory to be assessed. Please visit the website of the specific province you are planning to work for more information. You may need a certificate of qualification to work there in a specific skilled trade.
Crime, human rights violations, security, health, financial or other reasons can make you inadmissible to Canada.
For more information on applying for the Federal Skilled Trades program, please visit
Quebec-selected skilled workers
For people selected by the Quebec government to settle and work in Quebec. You must first apply to the Quebec government for a Certificat de selection du Quebec (CSQ).
You will be assessed according to Quebec's own selection factors. To view application forms for this and various other categories, visit Quebec's immigration website at
Canadian Experience Class
For people who have recent Canadian work experience or have graduated and recently worked in Canada
To be eligible you must
- plan to live outside the province of Quebec
- have minimum 1 year of full-time (or an equal amount in part-time) skilled work experience in Canada in the three years before you apply gained with proper authorization
- meet the required language levels (speaking, reading, writing and listening) needed for your job and have results of language test from a designated agency
If you have a spouse in Canada who meets the above conditions one of you will apply under the CEC as a principal applicant. The person may also be a common-law partner is a person who has lived with you in a conjugal relationship for at least one year.
Crime, human rights violations, security, health, financial or other reasons can make you inadmissible to Canada.
For more information on applying under the CEC, please visit
Investors, entrepreneurs and self-employed people
This program is for people aiming to start a business in Canada
ATTN: CIC has temporarily stopped accepting applications underthe immigrant investor program and the federal entrepreneur program
Provincial nominees
One of Canada's provinces or territories can nominate you to settle and work there. The province or territory must determine if you are able to economically establish yourself successfully as permanent residents in Canada.
You will need to apply to a specific province or territory participating in the PNP. After nomination by a province or territory, you must make a separate application to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for permanent residence. Your application will then be assessed by a CIC officer. You must also pass a medical exam and obtain a police certificate.
Please visit a specific province/territory website for more information.
Sponsoring your family
You may sponsor a family member to join you here if you are a permanent resident or a Canadian citizen. You can sponsor a relative under the Family Class if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. This includes your spouse and dependent children.
You must be in a legitimate relationship with your spouse and live together for two years (from day permanent residence status in Canada is received) if
- You are being sponsored by a permanent resident or Canadian citizen
- You have been in a relationship for two years or less with your sponsor
- You have no children in common
- Your application was received on or after October 25, 2012
There are two different processes for sponsoring your family under the FC
- Process for sponsoring your spouse, conjugal or common-law partner and/or dependent children.
- Process is used to sponsor other eligible relatives
Live-in caregivers
Individuals qualified to provide care for children, elderly persons or persons with disabilities in private homes without supervision
You will need
- A positive Labour Market Opinion (LMO) from an employer in Canada
- A written contract signed by you and the employer
- Education equivalent to Canadian secondary school
- Minimum 6 months training/ one year of full-time paid work experience
- Good command of English/French
- A work permit (before you enter Canada)
Crime, human rights violations, security, health, financial or other reasons can make you inadmissible to Canada.
For more information on applying under the CEC, please visit
People in or outside Canada who fear returning to their home country
- Resettlement from outside Canada
- Sponsor a refugee
- Claim refugee protection from inside Canada
Resettlement from outside Canada
People in this program may be classified into 2 categories:
1) Convention Refugee Abroad Class
- you are outside your home country
- cannot return there due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on
- race, religion, political opinion, nationality, or membership in a particular social group (such as women or people with a particular sexual orientation)
- must be outside Canada, and want to come to Canada
- referred by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) or another referral organization, or be sponsored by a private sponsorship group
- selected as a government-assisted or privately sponsored refugee, or have the funds needed to support yourself and any dependents after you arrive in Canada.
2) Country of Asylum Class
- You are outside your home country or the country where you normally live and have been, and continue to be, seriously and personally affected by civil war or armed conflict, or have suffered massive violations of human rights
- you must be outside Canada and referred by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) or another referral organization or be sponsored by a private sponsorship group
- you must also be privately sponsored, or have the funds needed to support yourself and any dependents after you arrive in Canada
You will have to pass a medical exam and security and criminal checks.
You are not eligible to resettle to Canada as a refugee from outside Canada if:
- you have another secure offer for protection, such as an offer to be resettled in another country
- you become a citizen of another country and have the protection of that country
- you choose to return to live in the country you had left
- the reasons for your fear of persecution no longer exist.
For more information, please visit
Sponsor a refugee
The Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program allows you to sponsor refugees to come to Canada. A sponsor must provide financial and emotional support for the refugee throughout the course of the sponsorship. Responsibilities include aid for housing, clothing and food. The term of a sponsorships can last for up to three years.
Refugees must qualify for entry as well as pass medical and security checks before they enter Canada.
For more information, please visit
Claim refugee protection from inside Canada
You may be able to see protection in Canada as a refugee if you face
- torture
- a risk to your life
- a risk of cruel and unusual treatment or punishment
Your refugee claim may not be eligible for referral to the IRB if
- You have been recognized as a Convention refugee by another country to which you can return;
- You have already been granted protected person status in Canada;
- You arrived via the Canada-United States border;
- You are not admissible to Canada on security grounds, or because of criminal activity or human rights violations;
- You made a previous refugee claim that was found to be ineligible for referral to the IRB;
- You made a previous refugee claim that was rejected by the IRB; or
- You abandoned or withdrew a previous refugee claim.
For more information, please visit
Before you move to Canada, you must first select a city and find a suitable place for you and your family to live. Make sure you are prepared to work and have financial security. Consider developing your communication skills in English and French and becoming acquainted with the country. You will also need to prepare and gather items you will need to bring with you, as well as secure the right documentation.
For more information, please visit
Immigrating to Canada:Â Applying by Province
List of Provinces
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
- Quebec
Different ways to immigrate to Alberta as a permanent resident:
1. Apply directly to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) under skilled workers, Canadian Experience Class or sponsoring your family
2. Apply through the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (our overview on Canadian Immigration provides more information about this program).
Eligibility streams include employer driven, strategic recruitment and self-employed farmer
Applying for the AINP is a two-step process:
- Apply to the AINP and be nominated
- Apply to CIC as a Provincial Nominee (CIC makes the final decision on all permanent resident applications)
British Columbia
To establish permanent residency in British Columbia you must apply to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC).
This province offers the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program which boots the process of permanent resident applications. Nominees must apply through the CIC.
This program accepts eligible applicants with strategic occupations or who are business entrepreneurs
Strategic Occupations include
- skilled workers
- recent international graduates from eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions
- recent masters and doctorate graduates from a BC post-secondary institution in the natural, applied or health sciences (for this category only no job offer is required)
- designated health professionals
- entry-level or semi-skilled workers in select occupations
To be eligible you must
- either have a job offer of indeterminate length from a BC employer or have completed a masters or doctorate degree at a BC post-secondary institution in either the natural, applied or health sciences
- For applications where a job offer is required, the employer and the nominee applicant (potential employee) submit a joint application to the BC PNP.
Business entrepreneurs who are immigrants will fall into one of the following categories
- Business Skills
- Regional Business
- Strategic Projects
Each category has its own requirements. For more information, please visit
Manitoba offers a free government service called the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) to eligible skilled immigrants and their family wishing to reside in the province.
Eligibility is based on
- Employability: Job experience qualifying you to work and build a career in the Manitoba labour market
- Education: Academic and/or vocational and professional training to meet current and evolving labour market demand
- Language proficiency: Documented job-ready English language ability (Tests required by all applicants except those currently working in Manitoba in NOC 0, A or B.)
- Connection to Manitoba: Ties to the Manitoba community through family or friends, or past education or employment experience, or an invitation to apply from the MPNP.
- Adaptability: The genuine intention and ability, demonstrated with a Settlement Plan and developed through MPNP pre-arrival supports, to economically establish in the Province of Manitoba.
There are two steps to the application process
STEP 1: Qualified skilled workers with Connection to Manitoba submit application to the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP).
STEP 2: Successful MPNP applicants are "nominated" by the Government of Manitoba; nomination enables you to make a separate application, with expedited processing, to the Government of Canada for permanent resident visas for you and your family.
Although there is no deadline to apply to the MPNP, program requirements may change. You application will be assessed according the the criteria on the province's website at the time your application is received. The government of Manitoba has the sole authority to assess and nominate applicants. Please note this is not a sponsorship program. The MPNP is designed specifically for independent skilled workers based on economic immigration. Approval of your application means you have been nominated for Canadian permanent resident status. The Government of Canada will have the final decision in regards to issuing permanent resident visas. Acceptance into Canada is not a guarantee of employment.
New Brunswick
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) nominates, qualified international business people and skilled workers to live in New Brunswick and contribute to the local economy.
You must meet eligibility requirements although this does not guarantee nomination.
The province provides guides for every category of applicants which include
- Business Applicants
- Skilled Worker Applicants with Employer Support
- Skilled Worker Applicants with Family Support
Please visit to access these guides and a list of forms that will need to be completed with your application
Newfoundland and Labrador
The NLPNP is the immigration program for this province and has a simple application process. Applicants must select a category they fall under (Skilled Worker, International Graduate, Immigrant Entrepreneur) and then complete all required provincial and federal forms under this category. Applicants will need supporting documents (Birth Certificate, Diplomas, Passports etc). Upon completion of all forms the applicant will send the forms and documentation to the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism.
Summary of Categories
- Skilled Worker - Individuals who have a guaranteed offer of employment from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer, or are already working in the province on a valid Work Permit
- International Graduate– Recent graduates who have a Post-Graduate Work Permit and a job or job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer
- Immigrant Entrepreneur- Individuals who wish to start a business or purchase an existing business in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Northwest Territories
The Northwest Territories Nominee Program is an immigration program operated by the territory's government. Individuals who may qualified for this program include business owners and Self-Employed professionals. This program aims to help applicants obtain permanent residency in a shorter time than the regular process. Final authority rests with CIC.
To download the guidelines for this program, click
Nova Scotia
The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is the first step in a two-step application process for a permanent resident visa to Canada. Immigrants selected intend to settle in the province, and have the skills, education, and work experience needed to make an immediate contribution to labour market and economic needs.
Step 1 - Apply to the NSNP after you have determined if you may qualify as Skilled Worker, Community Identified or Family Business Worker. You must complete all applications forms and provide supporting documentation. Submit this to the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration which will go under review for up to 3 months or more.
Step 2 - Apply to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for a permanent resident visa within 6 months of receiving your nominee certificate. You, your spouse and dependents must meet medical, security and criminal admissibility requirements. You may be asked to complete an in-person interview. CIC makes the final decision as to whether or not you will be issued a permanent resident visa.
ATTN: The International Graduate stream of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program is closed. International graduates interested in acquiring permanent residence status in Canada are encouraged to apply through the federal Canada Experience Class.
Opportunities Ontario is the name of Ontario's employer-driven Provincial Nominee Program. It is designed to help employers nominate individuals who possess the critical skills and expertise for work permits and permanent residence in Canada. You may only apply after your employer is pre-screened, the position is approved, and your employer provides you with a nominee application package from Opportunities Ontario.
If you are interested in pursing this opportunity, please apply with CIC first.
Prince Edward Island
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) is responsible for the majority of all immigrant entries to Prince Edward Island. Applicants will fall under one of two categories: Business or Labor Impact.
Applicants in the Business Impact category may choose:
1. 100% Ownership stream
The applicant must meet the program criteria, minimum net worth and investment thresholds and will be required to make a conditionally refundable deposit of $150,000 Canadian dollars (CAD) to be held in escrow. Of the $150,000 CAD deposit $25,000 CAD will be refunded after 6 months of residency on Prince Edward Island another $25,000 CAD will be refunded after 1 year of residency on Prince Edward Island and the remaining $100,000 CAD will be released upon the applicant meeting the requirements outlined in the escrow agreement.
2. Partial Ownership Stream
The applicant must meet the program criteria, minimum net worth and investment thresholds and will be required to make a conditionally refundable deposit of $150,000 CAD to be held in escrow. Upon applying, meeting the criteria of the program, signing the necessary agreements and making the $150,000 CAD refundable escrow deposit, the applicant will be granted nomination. Of the $150,000 CAD deposit $25,000 CAD will be refunded after 6 months of residency on Prince Edward Island another $25,000 CAD will be refunded after 1 year of residency on Prince Edward Island and the remaining $100,000 CAD will be released upon the applicant meeting the requirements outlined in the escrow agreement.
3. Work Permit Stream
The applicant must follow the step by step application process. If conditionally approved by the Office of Immigration, Settlement and Population, the applicant will apply to CIC for a temporary work permit to come to Prince Edward Island to start the process to invest in and operate the business in Prince Edward Island. At the time of work permit issuance, the applicant will sign the necessary agreements outlining what is required of them. Upon meeting the terms and conditions of a performance agreement, the applicant will be nominated by the Office of Immigration, Settlement and Population for permanent residency to Canada.
If nominated by the Office of Immigration, Settlement and Population, you must then apply for Canadian permanent resident status to CIC via the visa office/embassy. CIC has the final authority to issue a permanent resident visa. You will be required to pay immigration fees and meet the federal immigration statutory requirements.
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has implemented application intake thresholds to improve program efficiency. This program acts as an alternative tothe Canadian federal immigration program if you are planning to live in Saskatchewan as a permanent resident.
Most categories under this program require a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer verifying your qualifications.
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) operates under an agreement with the federal government allows Saskatchewan to select applicants based on criteria established by the province. The criteria for this program are different from those of the federal immigration program.
There are eight categories for nomination:
- Skilled Workers
- Entrepreneurs
- Family Referral
- Farmers
- Health Professions
- Hospitality Sector Pilot Project
- Long Haul Truck Drivers
- Students
Most of the categories require you to have a job offer from a Saskatchewan employer that is related to your education and work experience. See the Working section for more information.
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Sea Grant Consortium talks working waterfronts in Murrells Inlet, Georgetown
South Carolina's working waterfronts in five communities – Murrells Inlet, Georgetown, McClellanville, Mount Pleasant and Port Royal face some similar challenges as they strive to stay viable but also diverge in goals for survival into the future.
That's the conclusion of researchers with the Sea Grant Consortium, Clemson University and the College of Charleston, who are bringing the results of a 2015 series of focus groups that included commercial fishers, tourism and government officials, restaurant and retail seafood business owners, nonprofit and industry representatives, and the DNR — in each of the communities. Researchers are sharing that information in public meetings in each of the coastal communities this week and next.
Tourism and explosive residential development have affected the waterfront towns and the commercial fishers, who find their dock space and supporting industries dwindling in the face of the growing number of tourists who are visiting the towns in an expanding season..
That's particularly apparent in Murrells Inlet, the self-proclaimed Seafood Capital of South Carolina. The inlet differs from the other studied communities, explained William Norman, a professor in Clemson University's department of parks, recreation and tourism management, because it's not a municipality, but rather more of a region that extends to the oyster beds and to Georgetown.
Norman said that among the issues facing Murrells Inlet is a lack of parking and crosswalks have created safety issues and that encroaching residential construction along the marsh has pushed the commercial fishing industry and its support services away from the water.
In Georgetown, he said, the steel mill property and derelict boats have been a hindrance to a successful redevelopment of the waterfront.
"We're in an unincorporated area and have to take our concerns to the county, where we have one county councilman," said Gary Weinreich, a Murrells Inlet resident and environmental activist, who has questioned the effect of fireworks on the marsh and its creeks..
Weinreich also asked if the issue of uncontrolled development versus the fishing village concept was part of the discussion.
"Yes," Norman responded. "The issue of the commercial development overlapping – no one used the word 'uncontrolled' – but the shared space concern. Tourism is part of the game and it has been for a while now."
"I found it interesting that in the maps people drew, they included all the oyster beds. That was a direct tie to water quality," said Julie Davis a consortium staff member.
Sandra Bundy, a Surfrider Grand Strand board member and former member of the Murrells Inlet 2020 board said one of the impetuses for the water quality study a couple years ago was to keep the oyster beds.
"That's possibly why you saw the oyster beds show up there," she said.
One problem identified by the researchers is being resolved. Dredging is opening up the dock areas at the restaurants, allowing more commercial boat dockage with access to the ocean.
But others remain. Although water traffic in Murrells Inlet is not as intense as along Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, where on a given Saturday during the tourist season may find paddle boarders and kayakers right next to a large commercial fishing vessel, it is still an issue.
"I hate to say it, but as we continue to grow – and we are in the early to mid stages of growth – I hope we can resolve a lot of these issues," Weinreich said.
Joey Holleman, editor of Coastal Heritage, the Sea Grant Consortium's publication, wrote an article on S.C.'s Working Waterfronts and their evolution for the summer 2016 edition of the magazine.
"People really love their waterfronts," he said. "About 60 years ago, you couldn't say that. Waterfronts were dirty, nasty places."
He compared the waterfronts to the history of the state's mill villages. "If any of you know the history of South Carolina's mill villages, they died," he said, adding that the working waterfronts have some of the same issues..
"Everybody I talked to want to see these fishing villages survive," he said. "They may have different ideas of how to do it, but they are passionate about the survival."


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"The greatest challenge we face as a label is the ability to generate substantial income to effectively market our product and services. The goal every marketing campaign cannot be focused on is financial gain, especially if you and your business is unknown."
Check out the interview with Dino exclusively on Skilly Magazine Online.
Skilly: How were you able to start your journey in the entertainment business? Where did this all start?
Dino: My journey into the entertainment business originated the first time I stepped in a recording studio with my great uncle Fats Domino. I was a young kid running with the wrong crowd and always in trouble until I saw all the knobs and lights on that control board.
Honestly, I was mesmerized watching how the engineer turned a knob and the sound changed. Fast forward a decade and I decided to go to school to learn the music industry and how to manage a business. This directly resulted in the creation of Mysterious Entertainment, LLC® and Boss Beatz Production™.
What are some of the creative ways you use to promote your music?
Promotion and marketing are the lifeline and backbone of any business. If you cut corners with it, or don't do it at all, your product will never move and your exposure will be limited to you and your immediate family. One method of promotion we utilize is gathering email addresses for free merchandise everywhere we go.
Another method is just simply being consistent when promoting on social media. We actually have a schedule of what and when we post. This has proved to be very successful.
What is the greatest challenge you face in today's entertainment business? How do you overcome them?
The greatest challenge we face as a label is the ability to generate substantial income to effectively market our product and services. The goal every marketing campaign cannot be focused on is financial gain, especially if you and your business is unknown.
Instead it should be exposure or awareness as this is the biggest stepping stone towards generating a residual income. We overcome this challenge by executing fundraisers and collectively contributing personal capital for the greater cause.
How is the music scene like in your hometown? What do you like about it and what don't you like?
I am originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but I can only speak on where I am located now: Killeen, Texas. The music scene here is in abundance. There are many artists that are very skillful in their craft, make great music, and put on a heck of a show when they perform.
What I don't like about the music scene here is that there is a serious lack of professionalism. Most artists shy away from any written agreement and prefer to operate with a gentlemen's agreement. Because there are so many artists in this area, it is difficult to get anyone to support anyone.
Everyone has something to bring to the table and I believe that if all resources are combined, an unstoppable dynasty can be formed. A lot of ground can be gained and a lot of money can be made.
Where do you think the future of music is going to be? How do you feel artists can be more a part of it?
I'm no psychic so I won't event attempt to predict the future of music. What I do know is that history always repeats itself and music is not exempt from this paradox. I feel that artists should just be themselves because regardless of how music evolves, fans will always connect with music they can relate to.
What advice can you give to other upcoming artists and musicians trying to achieve success?
My advice to any upcoming artist pursuing success is first you have to define success for yourself. Second, every artist should focus on their craft and making themselves better every day. Next, never adapt the philosophy of "Hey! Look at me! Look at me!" Instead do what you do so hard that society will have no choice but to see what you are about. Lastly, be you.
What inspires you to write your next song?
Like many artists, I get inspiration for everywhere and anywhere. I could be watching a movie and hear a phrase or background music and that sparks an idea. I could be driving and see someone walking and get inspired. Honestly, I am always searching for inspiration in everything I do every day. My job is to create music and it's the fans job to decide if they like it or not.
What are the steps you take to make a song?
The first step I take when making a song is listening to our available instrumentals or create one while sitting quietly. Then once I feel a beat I fix a drink and pace back and forth while generating ideas in my head. I usually start with very common phrases then manipulate them into something original and uncommon. Then the writing process begins.
I usually carry a voice recorder with me so I can verbally document my ideas when they hit. After the verse is written, I analyze it to ensure its content is acceptable and the best that it can be for that song. I never approach a song in the sense of "This is gonna be a hit song." Instead my approach is "Is this the best that this song can be?"
What do you think makes a great song?
I think a great song is comprised of emotion, lyrical content, a great melody, and audio production. With that being said, amateur engineering can ruin a great song regardless of how skillful the artist.
Where can we connect with you? Can you give us your social media links and where we can contact you?
Official Website: www.mysteriousent.com
Facebook: @AfficiallyDino
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Twitter: @Mysterious_Ent
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A small U.S. study found learning stress management techniques helped people trying to lose weight.
Kelly Webber, associate professor in the University of Kentucky's Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, compared the effectiveness of an intuitive eating-based intervention to a stress management-based intervention, developed at the University of California, San Francisco.
"With weight loss we know that if you count calories and exercise you will lose weight, however a large percentage of people tend to regain that weight," Webber said in a statement. "I wanted to explore a couple of new avenues for producing lasting weight loss."
The intuitive eating intervention required people to regularly pay attention to their bodies and their hunger and fullness signals, or eat only when hungry and until they are full, Webber said.
The pilot study involved 26 participants from the Lexington, Ky., area, who were divided into two groups. The groups met either with Webber or a certified trainer in the stress management intervention for 75 minutes twice a week for seven weeks.
The study found participants in the stress management intervention lost as much as 17 pounds during the time period and, on average, saw a significant decrease in blood pressure, while participants in the intuitive eating intervention did not lose a significant amount of weight. The weight loss held up at a 14-week follow-up, Webber said.
"So many people in my weight loss studies, myself included, say 'I'm a stress eater or I'm an emotional eater,' and this stress management based intervention seems to be getting at the root of the problem," Webber said. "It's the very beginning of my exploration of this, but it's very encouraging."Copyright 2014 United Press International, Inc. (UPI). Any reproduction, republication, redistribution and/or modification of any UPI content is expressly prohibited without UPI's prior written consent.


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The Yankees welcomed their ace left-hander back to the rotation last night, and tonight they have their ace right-hander on the mound. Hiroki Kuroda has been one of the very best pitchers in all of baseball this season — sixth most valuable pitcher overall in bWAR — and he's been especially dominant of late, allowing no more than two earned runs in six of his last seven starts and no more than one earned run in five of his last seven starts. It's been some run, let me tell you.
The Rays already lost to the Athletics, so the Yankees are guaranteed to lose no ground in the standings regardless of what happens tonight. Of course, I would prefer to see them stretch that AL East lead a little bit. Here's the starting nine…
SS Derek Jeter
RHP Nick Swisher
2B Robinson Cano
1B Mark Teixeira
CF Curtis Granderson
3B Eric Chavez
C Russell Martin
DH Raul Ibanez
LF Ichiro Suzuki
RHP Hiroki Kuroda
Today's game is scheduled to start a little after 7pm ET and can be seen on YES locally and MLB Network nationally. Enjoy.
CC Sabathia Update: Just in case you were wondering, Sabathia told reporters that he feels fine and had no problems with his elbow the day after his first start off the DL. He went through his regular between-start routine without a problem.
Rotation Update: David Phelps, who was available last night in the bullpen, will start on Monday against the Blue Jays. Thursday's off-day gave the Yankees a little flexibility this week, and they've opted to give Phil Hughes an extra day of rest rather than start him on normal rest against Toronto.


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His face is thin and square-cheeked.
He is one of those people who is not good at staying still. His coat has a way of billowing out behind him when he moves, even when there's no wind.
He has big knobby hands, and long arms that always stick out too far from the sleeves. When he wears formal dress, his legs generally stick out too far as well.
Like all the staff at the castle, he is a powerful magic user. In addition to his tutoring duties, he does work for Chrestomanci in the tower workroom.
He has a tendency to get Enthusiasms, which dominate his dinner-time conversation and influence the decoration of the school room. In Charmed Life he has recently returned from a summer spent travelling to see artworks all over Europe, and the school room is decorated with posters of some of the artworks he went to see.
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German landscape architects ANNABAU are abuzz online with their urban plaza/sculptural playground in Wiesbaden, Germany.
The smooth textures of rubber play mounds lie central to an spherical at ground level, organic play sculpture. The play structure sits atop a landmark space overlooking historic districts and civic arenas. This called for a design that serviced both as a play areas as well as a plaza/art space. Play netting suspended on a chartreuse armature create open rooms for a variety users including: children, neighborhood residents, art lovers, and intrigued passerby's.
ANNABAU's contemporary and progressive design is well very covered by both ArchDaily and Landezine. So, we dug a bit deeper to briefly explore how play structures can offer appeal to more than just children and family. Whether it is mass production marketing or public preference, neighborhoods in most suburbias and cities often tolerate this status quo.
What about play structures that include adults of all ages? Parc Diagonal Mar in Barcelona, Spain may have made the PPS (Project for Public Spaces) Hall of Shame, but the inventiveness of interactive play for all ages should be considered when possible. Like oversized slides and musical pneumatics.
Hope for vintage and modern play spaces is still alive. The most comprehensive review for playgrounds of all types is Playscapes and it features playgrounds from the past and the future. Here are some inspiring images from all over the web.
James Wheeler is a student of Landscape Architecture and Botany at the University of Florida and a contributing writer to Landscape Invocation.
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Where and what is the name of the park with the over-sized slides?


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A huge thanks to everyone who attended the 1st annual JEFFERSON STATE OLD TIME REVUE. Despite losing power at the start of the 2nd band, things were amazing! Candle-lit good times for everyone! Now that the ball is rolling, expect more things on the horizon from The Jefferson State Group. If you missed the chance to snag a t-shirt, we'll still have a few for sale at the shop
Bo Carter "Banana in Your Fruit Basket"
The old black blues equivilant of Weird Al, Bo Carter was one of the infamous Chatmon Brothers, who claim to be related to Charlie Patton. A master of the double entendre, Carter wrote hits such as "warm my weiner," "ants in my pants" and "my pencil won't write no more." Two thumbs up!!
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Budos Bad "III"
Back with a third dose of their upbeat soul, the Budos Band succeeds in putting out a third album that doesn't tweak their winning recipe but doesn't leave you wondering when they'll grow as a group either. Those who have followed the career of this amazing Daptone Records supergroup, expect more of the same dynamic horns smooth bass and incredible organ solos. Plus, the joy of not having to say, "this would be awesome if only they'd stop singing."
Carolina Chocolate Drops "Genuine Negro Jig"
Back with their second release, this amazing three piece continues to amaze audiences with the way they re-create classic American music. Quickly becoming figureheads within the new roots movement, the Chocolate Drops have been booked for this year's Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival (woo hoo!).
Souljazz Orchestra "Rising Sun"
A scorching album for the rare sunny moments of our Humboldt County summer. Despite being comprised entirely of Canadians, and released on a British label. Amazingly, there is no guitar player, so you should expect none of the wailing shred that is standard in other bands playing afro-rhythm. The absence of guitar chords and arpeggios produce a cleaner horn-based sound without the compliment of guitar distortion, creating an overall effect is more choral...and they're Canucks to boot.
The Dust Busters
Probably the favorite of this years bands at Pickathon, the Dust Busters impressed us not only wqith the amount of old time songs they can perform at the drop of a hat, but with the amount of mushrooms they can eat and STILL perform in front of a large audience. Three young Brooklynites, their first release underlines a point we heard their fiddle player Craig tell some passer by, "we play old time, NOT bluegrass." Despite their young age, one of their members (Eli) is not only the purveyor of the on-line podcast "Down Home Radio Show," but the Brooklyn Folk Festival as well. Proof positive that when they say that tune was written in 1905, they have the 78 to prove it.
Blind Boy Paxton
Young Jeron "Blind Boy" Paxton was one of the acts we most wanted to catch at this year's Pickathon. A native of Watts, Ca and a frequent collaborator with musicians like Frank Fairfield, Dom Flemons and C.W. Stoneking, Paxton is another of these young men playing the repertoire of classic American music (including Coon Songs). After witnessing both his solo set and his workshop with Frank Fairfield we're convinced that Blind or not, the boy plays one hell of a piano. Combined with Frank Fairfield, the duo make up a modern day, bi-racial Abbot and Costello, playing off of each other as the country bumpkin and the awkward, uptight straight man.
Water Tower Bucket Boys
We've had the fine fortune to hang out with Cory from the Bucket Boys and been blown away with both the talent this group of early twenties Oregonians exudes and the sincerity with which they approach music. These guys played gigs all the way up to the festival, played Pickathon Friday, left for a nearby gig on Saturday, then returned to play the festival again, then wake up early to start their UK tour...whew! When they get back on US soil, they'll be heading to Arcata for the Barn Dance with Striped Pig this September, don't miss it!!
Eugene Jeans
The real star of this year's Pickathon was Tim from Eugene Jeans. A washboard player and man about town, Tim and his family run one of the coolest vintage shops in the state of Oregon. A longtime fan of American music and old novelty 78's, Tim amazed everyone with his party-related stamina and the kid-who-got-his-nose-stolen stare he was locked in while playing the main stage...man I guess the guy selling mushroom chocolates did better business than we thought.
Well there's our once a month entry to the blogosphere. If you're on 8th and J, stop by, leave your butt-print on the couch, smoke a cigarette and hear all about how Matt shared an ipod with Bonny Prince Billy.
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"Hold my hand or I will die," he said once more. And I did. I inched my hand across and grabbed his. My palms were sweaty. My mouth was dry. And I just stared straight ahead and held the man's hand while he kept saying, "We are all going to die. We are all going to die…" over and over and over again.
Truly, there is no way to adequately describe the fear that gripped me. Each time a flight attendant passed, my seatmate ordered more to drink. I sat quietly scared that I might do something which would cause him to detonate the bomb in his black bag. I was sure now that was what he carried. And I contemplated my mortality. I would never go to college. I would never write a book. I would never have sex or get married or have children. I would never see my family again. I couldn't even write them a note because HE was holding my right hand, and there was no way I was going to let go of his hand. There were too many lives at risk. As I sat there, I bargained with God: "I will hold this guy's hand if you will just let us live. Please God, let us get to London safely."
With every shot the guy's words became more slurred. And then he seemed sleepy. He leaned his head against me. He stank of sweat and alcohol and middle-aged manliness. His scraggly beard repulsed me as much as his breath. And his hands were overly-friendly at times. But I just sat still in my seat, praying.
When the flight attendants passed, I tried to covertly get their attention, but they ignored me. And I couldn't think of anything to say, anyway. "I think this guy is going to blow up the plane," would have tipped him off. So they went about their business serving drinks and collecting garbage, and I sat in terrified silence.
And then the man burped. It was horrible. The belch of a violent stomach. And a foretaste of what was to come… and he vomited all over himself.
And then all over the floor.
And then all over the flight attendant who came to help him.
And all over the guy across the aisle.
And then he passed out.
And now I was trapped against the window with a puddle of vomit at my feet, a drunken man unconscious in the seat next to me, and a flight crew struggling to decide what to do next. Oh, and the guy was still holding my hand.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the captain has turned on the fasten seatbelt sign. We will be on the ground shortly."
As we began our descent into London I struggled to keep my composure – and my lunch. I held my nose in one hand and the guy's hand in the other. He was out cold. The flight attendants did their best to clean up the vomit on the floor and the other passenger, but they could do nothing for me. And then we were landing.
Was he really a terrorist? I don't know. He was clearly troubled. I also think he enjoyed scaring the crap out of a fifteen year-old. He didn't hold his liquor well, but he drank like a frat boy. Was he truly scared that he was going to meet his maker? Did he forget to detonate a bomb? Was he doing reconnaissance for another mission? What was in that black bag?
Or was he scared of flying?
It took many years for me to think that perhaps this man was just really scared of flying and needed someone to hold his hand. And I will never know.
As we deplaned the man was whisked away in a wheelchair with his black bag on his lap. And I headed off with my grandfather's hand securely on my shoulder. My thoughts turned to Phantom of the Opera tickets and the Tower of London, and the adventure of a lifetime ended with the sedate dignity of London.
But the melodramatic words of a fifteen year-old turned out to be true: it was an adventure and the start of a lifetime of travel.