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If Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff and the NDP's Jack Layton are searching for a route to power in an electorally divided nation dominated by a seat-rich rival party — one positioned on the far side of the political spectrum — they might look to a road map produced in 1996 by none other than future Conservative leader and prime minister Stephen Harper.
And what was the best solution for overcoming the "benign dictatorship" of what Harper, at the time, called the "one-party-plus" rule of the Jean Chretien-led Liberals? It was a "coalition" or working alliance of opposition parties — possibly backed by the Bloc Quebecois.
Harper's detailed and visionary plan to end the crippling effect of vote-splitting among centre-right parties — a grim reality now faced by Canada's centre-left — was published in the now-defunct Next City Magazine.
And many of the ideas being tossed around today by frustrated supporters of the Liberal, NDP and Green parties are all there under Harper's byline: party amalgamations, co-operative election strategies, parliamentary alliances and — yes — coalition governments propped up by Quebec separatists.
The essay was penned 15 years ago by Harper and his frequent collaborator on political writings at the time, University of Calgary historian and political scientist Tom Flanagan. Flanagan went on to become a key strategist in Harper's rise to power as his chief of staff and Conservative campaign manager, later writing about the experience in his 2007 book Harper's Team.
But in 1996, the national political landscape looked rather bleak to Harper and Flanagan as they surveyed a weak and fragmented conservative movement with little hope of stopping a second Liberal majority in the 1997 election.
Harper, in fact, who served as a Reform MP from 1993 to 1997, was on the verge of leaving elected politics to become head of the National Citizens' Coalition lobby group.
And when he and Flanagan contemplated conservatism's long-range prospects in their essay — titled "Our Benign Dictatorship" — they saw in recent Canadian history not the operation of the commonly understood two-party-plus system (Liberal and Conservative, with NDP as the "plus"), but a "one-party-plus" system in which Liberals almost always govern, except for brief interruptions when Conservatives manage to cobble together a fragile coalition of western populists, the traditional Tories of central and Eastern Canada and Quebec nationalists.
At the time, with Reform and the former Progressive Conservative party dividing the centre-right vote and allowing Chrétien's Liberals the easy election victories of a virtual "hegemony," Harper and Flanagan predicted an ongoing "war of attrition" between conservative parties with no real hope of unification — a prediction that was proven wrong in 2004 when Harper took charge of a united right as leader of the new Conservative Party of Canada.
But back in 1996, still stuck on the outside of power looking in, the authors of "Our Benign Dictatorship" saw a reformed electoral system — perhaps proportional representation — as one possible solution, so that a relatively strong popular vote for the two main conservative parties could at least translate into a greater seat total in Parliament.
The other potential solution, they argued, was an "effective coalition on the right" in which the Reform and PC parties worked co-operatively to minimize vote-splitting at election time. The parties might agree on "a territorial split at the national level, with Reform running in the West and the PCs in the East, or Reform in rural areas and the PCs in the cities."
The parties could also consider running only one candidate in certain ridings, the authors advised, to maximize the chance of defeating their common archrival: the Liberals.
"The parties might also agree to common platform items and limited co-operation in Parliament," Harper and Flanagan wrote. "The machinery is not a problem if the will to co-operate exists."
Finally, they assert, the "alliance" of centre-right parties might require — to finally surmount the Liberal seat count in the House of Commons — an arrangement to be negotiated with the Bloc Quebecois to secure that party's support in Parliament.
"Philosophically, it is logical for liberals to offer Quebec money and privileged treatment, while conservatives find it easier to offer autonomy and enhanced jurisdiction," Harper and Flanagan stated. "On that basis, a strategic alliance of Quebec nationalists with conservatives outside Quebec might become possible, and it might be enough to sustain a government."
The two thinkers concluded with a call for "an explicit coalition of conservative sister parties" to advocate "electoral reform as part of a common platform." The aim would be to end the distorting effect of Canada's first-past-the-post voting system and ensure fairer representation in Parliament.
"Many of Canada's problems stem from a winner-take-all style of politics that allows governments in Ottawa to impose measures abhorred by large areas of the country," Harper and Flanagan wrote. "Modernizing Canadian politics would not only be good for conservatism, it might be the key to Canada's survival as a nation."
But Harper's inadvertent advice for today's opposition parties, all crowded on the centre-left side of the Canadian political spectrum, didn't end there.
In 1997, during an interview broadcast by TVOntario, Harper elaborated on a potential strategy in the House of Commons that could see separate but allied conservative parties eventually displacing the Liberal government in a minority Parliament — even if the Liberals continued to have more seats than any other single party.
"The way the Liberals, I think, are eventually going to lose office, whether it's in this election or the next one, is they're going to fail to win a majority," Harper said in the 1997 interview. "They've basically lost Quebec, and without Quebec the Liberal party has never been a majority party in this country. . . . And that's where I think you're going to face, someday, a minority Parliament, with the Liberals maybe having the largest number of seats.
"But what will be the test is whether there is then any party in opposition that's able to form a coalition or working alliance with the others. And I think we have a political system that's going to continue to have three or four different parties or five different parties, and so I think parties that want to form a government are eventually going to have to learn to work together."
It's an option that, during this election, Harper has bluntly described as "illegitimate" — part of his unrelenting attack on the idea of a Liberal-NDP "coalition" government backed by the Bloc Quebecois.
But now he's on the inside of power looking out.


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Sorry for being a bit MIA the past week or so. I am still trying to get the hang of my new work schedule, although this week was a bit unusual since I had to come in a bit earlier and it threw me off a little. Anyway, I wanted to share something that happened Tuesday night. As you know, I am currently doing an editorial internship. While most of the time it's just me writing in an office, there are some perks that involve attending some fun events. Sometimes its to cover an actual story, but other times, its just because they have extra tickets. That was the case with the "We Will Rock You" Queen Musical and I'm happy to have gotten tickets!
Something you should know about me is that 1) I love Queen's music and 2) I think Freddie Mercury is a musical genius!! So of course when my supervisor asked if anybody was interested in the extra tickets, I immediately answered "Me!" I was also excited to go because my favorite part of NYC had been attending the Broadway shows. There really isn't any other experience quite like going to a live show, whether its a play, musical or concert. Plus what better way to spend a summer night than with live entertainment with talented people?!!!
I was given two tickets so I decided to take Dirtsa since she also really enjoyed the Broadway show we attended in NYC. Of course, we were running late since it was right after my work and her therapy session and it fell on a week we we were doing a diet/detox/eating healthy LOL, but c'est la vie. We still really enjoyed ourselves and the music brought back memories. I started listening to Queen back in high school and had an ex who would do a fabulous rendition of "Bohemian Rhapsody"(we are still great friends). The musical wasn't a biopic but rather was inspired by their music but either way, it was great and carried a great message: to be yourself and believe in who you are. The cast was great and the stars' voices were just beyond amazing! Honestly, I think Freddie would be very proud of this show!!
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The inside track
The film and television industries are exciting places to work, but they are also highly regimented and hierarchical environments with distinct protocols.
Film and television production is a very dynamic and complex process, with large numbers of people working in teams towards a common goal. To ensure that order is maintained in such an environment and that teams work efficiently with each other, productions operate with clear expectations of each person and team.
This is usually referred to as set etiquette and understanding what behaviours are expected is very important.
Some tips from the professionals
When you are just starting out in the industry, learning what is expected can be a lot to take in. So the following section offers advice from experienced and high profile financial controllers, heads of finance and production accountants about some of the behaviours and obligations specific to production accounting – and their more general expectations when they are looking for a new member of their team.
Not all of this will be relevant in all cases, but work in production accounting requires you to be adaptable, as each job will be different, so it is worthwhile keeping all this advice in mind as you look to progress.
Production behaviours and obligations
Learn the language
Experienced production accountants who love their jobs speak about getting to a point in their careers when they don't really see themselves as an accountant only, but as working in the film or television industry. They work in the industry but with a specific skill with numbers.
To be a valuable member of a larger team and get the most out of your own job, you need to learn all about production. Learning about the other people on the production is invaluable too. Being able to speak the language of each different department will give you instant credibility.
It takes time to develop this knowledge, but understanding that each department sees itself almost as being a different world means that you can learn to anticipate the different ways each department has of managing their money and of viewing their budgets. Understanding these subtleties will allow you to tailor your approach to everyone you deal with.
You'll begin to ask yourself: does that department tend to purchase things and forget to notify anyone? Does this department always keep their invoices so it's OK to be a little more laid back?
Know how your role fits into the bigger picture
Film and television productions are exciting to work on because they are so fast paced and everyone is working together with a common aim. On a production, a range of departments are responsible for contributing to the overall outcome.
It is critical to understand what other departments do and how you fit into the bigger picture. It's important to understand how your work affects other people on the production. Good communication skills are key and experience of working well with other people is a skill that will impress in any interview.
Know how your work impacts other people
Productions range from a few weeks to a year and a vast amount of work must be done in that timeframe. In order to work smoothly, each individual's work must be completed to schedule and any delays will have a knock-on effect on other people's work. You'll make friends higher up the food chain by ensuring your work is delivered on time and to specification.
See how your attitude affects the rest of your team
It's also important to ensure that when things don't go to plan that you help to problem solve and that you stay positive so that you aren't contributing to the problem. A positive and can-do attitude is something that builds a team and ensures they can deal with anything that comes their way.
One experienced production accountant said "Everyone in the production accounting department interfaces with different members of the production, so I can't have anyone being grumpy or resentful. I need a can-do and happy team who can work the hours to make the deadlines whilst doing it accurately and efficiently."
Experience in film and television production is critical
Production accounting is as much about production as it is about numbers and finance. There is a huge amount of jargon particular to work on production and knowing how a production works is critical. Nothing can break a budding reputation faster than being asked to do something and having to ask what the 'honey wagon' is or not knowing what a 'hot set' means.
Similarly, not understanding and acting in line with set etiquette can even leave you unemployed and without a good reference. It's important to note that the size and type of shoot may require different ways of doing things. Maintaining this structure is critical to ensuring that a large shoot doesn't descend into chaos.
Likewise, knowledge of production is critical to budgeting. Trying to set up a budget along typical accounting lines will go very wrong because production budgets need to reflect the realities of how film and television is produced. For example, a production budget may have as many as 20 budget lines for travel, reflecting the various departments and locations and their individual need to travel.
Understanding how production works also means you can spot inconsistencies in the budget or in the spending. Such as if the line producer has 10 weeks of an offline editor planned, an experienced production accountant will check if they have factored in the cost of the edit suite too.
Being able to spot inconsistencies and anticipate costs comes with experience. While the accounting side of the work isn't necessarily creative, the decisions about how to spend the budget will be based on the creative output.
A good production accountant needs to understand the creative process to ensure that the forecasting is accurate.
"I'm a production accountant and am halfway through my diploma in accounting. It's a huge help to me but I'm glad I started in post-production accounting as my diploma wouldn't have prepared me enough to do my current job. We're talking about a whole different way of thinking and of processing. Production accounting is project based, not year-to-year or about profit and loss. It's a whole different logical process than corporate accounting."
Manage your relationships
Before going on set, you should know what any given crew member does, what they are responsible for and how they work. Knowing what they will need from you and what you will need from them is critical and you need to be prepared to answer any of their questions to answer why you have done what you've done.
Being unprepared can damage your credibility and the trust that others have in you. Managing these relationships is a critical part of being a production accountant.
You need to be passionate
Working in a production office means working in a fast-paced, dynamic and often loud environment. A typical work week on production is at least 60 hours and often six days a week.
This can increase with seniority as getting on top of your work often means getting started before the production team starts their day. A lot of production accounting work is fire-fighting and problem-solving and being organised is critical, so starting early can give you that edge.
Work on productions is usually freelance, unless you work for a major broadcaster. Freelance work means working intensely for short bursts of time, without guarantee of the next job. Holidays are only possible once you've wrapped.
This style of working isn't for everyone but it is a very exciting environment to work in, and people who work on productions usually really love what they do. Experienced production accountants refer to these factors and say that people coming new to the profession need to be passionate about the job. Many experienced production accountants refer to being able to see when someone is passionate and when they see this, it makes them want to help the person progress.
Despite the pressures there is plenty to be passionate about in this job - the perks are many and when production accountants speak about what they love about their jobs, it's the opportunities for adventure, for travel and for the unexpected that they reference.
"Whilst production accounting is definitely not all glamour, what you can have in the industry is so beyond what you can experience in the 9-5 corporate world. You get to travel to incredible places, see incredible things and work with incredible people. That's where the passion is. It's the never knowing what's around the next corner."
It's an incredibly rewarding experience to work as part of a team and going to the screening of the final product can be a big pay-off. "It's so rewarding, after three months on set, to go into the screening and sit there with a whole room of people watching this film. Seeing the parts that make people laugh, cry…. lose themselves in the story. I don't go to the screening to watch the actual film – I've probably already seen it hundreds of times. I go to the screening to watch the audience experience the film. The feedback from the audience is amazing and it's what makes me love what I do."
Sure... but what does passion look like?
A great way to demonstrate your passion for the industry is to sit in on cost report meetings as an assistant production accountant. Over time, this helps you learn the different ways to make the film/television programme and how to problem solve will mean that the more productions you work on, the more answers and solutions you can offer.
Another way to show your enthusiasm is to learn how to read production call sheets, schedules and cost reports so you can begin to anticipate what will happen each day and what the cost implications will be.
Take advantage of the opportunities that come up. The production accounting department works during the day; if there's a shoot happening in the evening, go after work and check it out. It's important to follow set etiquette and protocol of course and make sure to check that it's ok to be on set!
A production accountant said "The buzz on set is fantastic. Going out and seeing what is being filmed is brilliant. You go to drop off the mail or pick up invoices and suddenly you're in the middle of The Huntsman's forest surrounded by what looks like a real world but it's inside a giant shed!"
Production accountants are desk-based and work really hard. But this doesn't mean you should lock yourself away in a corner. In fact, many experienced production accountants say that it's the people who can work in a loud environment, apply attention to detail and stay open to opportunities that succeed in the long run.
One production accountant said 'I always say that flappy ears are the best asset for a production accountant to have so they can hear what's going on, can feel involved and can anticipate what's going to happen next!'
Demonstrating that you are interested in the wider production, reading scripts, developing relationships with people outside the team, being interested in helping to solve a situation when bad news hits the production office and expressing interest in what's happening on set are all ways to show your commitment to and passion for the role.
Consider the logistics
It is important to note that most production work is based at Pinewood, Shepperton, Elstree, Leavesden, Longcross and Ealing so being based in London is a good idea if you want to work on production. You need to have a full driving licence as well as your own transport as most studios and location bases are not easily accessed by public transport.
Similarly, productions can be based elsewhere in the UK or abroad so you should expect that the commute to work might exceed an hour each way or that you may need to be based abroad for periods of time.
It's not about you, it's about the production
With work running to tight schedules and large numbers of people working together, it is critical to have a good sense of humour, be resilient and have strong interpersonal skills. Together the various departments have to problem solve and need to be able to rely on each other to meet the end goal.
There will be times when everyone is on edge and if you can remain focused on the bigger picture and stay light-hearted, you will be seen as a highly valuable team player. The more senior people on set must stay focused on the task at hand and one of the greatest contributions a more junior team member can make is to avoid being negative.
The excitement of having pulled through a hard day and everyone working together to achieve something is truly inspiring and people who love this kind of work find this aspect of the job very satisfying.
Accounting behaviours and obligations
Understand who you are accountable to and what they expect from you
Understand the implications of where the funding is coming from and know what the financing bodies will expect in return. If there are specific funding streams, you will need to produce an audit to explain how the money was spent. Systems need to be created in advance of spending to flag or highlight relevant spend. Some examples of these funding bodies include:
- Creative England
- UK Tax Credit
- Irish Film Board
- Welsh Film Board
- International Co-productions
The production accountant also needs to know the importance and role of the completion guarantor. The guarantor may be checking to see if the minutes shot to date add up to the cost so far, so you need to declare everything and provide them with weekly reports. If you are working on a big feature, the studio may also have a guidance manual to comply with.
Filing is critical
You also have to be highly organised or, as one experienced production accountant says, 'like a good cook keeps their kitchen clean by washing up as they cook, a good production accountant has to file as they go, pay the invoice and put it straight into the file, possibly to never look at it again… but always in alphabetical order in case you do.'
If you don't file your work as it comes in, you risk not being able to find things if you need them again and spending far more time searching than you would if you had filed it. It might seem to be a less significant part of the job, but mastering it is critical to success.
Before you start working, learn about filing systems and develop your own. Know what works for you so you can be efficient and consistent. However, you need to be able to adapt to the filing system when you start a job, so it is good to be able to identify patterns and processes quickly and understand why they are used. Filing something in a way that no one else can use will quickly get you into trouble. Likewise, avoiding filing is problematic.
Experienced production accountants talk about drowning in paperwork – you need to be able to access something immediately so you can update or add another piece to the file. It seems like a small aspect of the job, but it can make or break a production accounting department. Being able to adapt quickly will pay dividends.
Identify the process
Learn the jargon and about the various systems for abbreviating the descriptions of costs. Some senior production accountants have preferences for standardising descriptions when entering costs.
This allows anyone coming in and looking at the system to be able to quickly identify a cost and match it to an invoice. When you begin a job, it's important to identify what the senior team members prefer. It's crucial that even if you haven't had a chance to learn about the different systems that you are willing and quick to adapt to utilising the existing system.
The ability to forecast depends hugely on the quality of the bookkeeping. If there are inconsistencies in the way that information is entered, it can affect the accuracy of the system.
Soft skills behaviours and obligations
Where control and creativity meet
The role of the production accountant is not to make creative decisions about how to spend the budget, but to report on how the spend is going and to be able to understand what costs are associated with the running of a production.
A production accountant must be assertive but also diplomatic. Sometimes a production accountant will need to tell their line producer that the costs associated with doing something will mean they won't be able to afford something else.
While the decision isn't in the hands of the production accountant, the responsibility for maintaining the budget is. This can be difficult, but diplomacy, readiness to smile and a determination to get there in the end will all make it much easier.
On productions, reliability is key
When production accountants talk about hiring a new assistant production accountant, or helping an assistant production accountant progress to production accountant, something that comes up again and again is 'trust'.
Production budgets are often very large and spending happens quickly and by lots of different people simultaneously. Line producers and senior production accountants need a production accountant who is reliable, efficient and has a demonstrable track record and experience. These are the elements that create trust.
In production, it's often said that it's not just who you know but that you're only as good as your last job. It is critical that you are reliable and a prime way to demonstrate this is to do what you say you will and to the standard you agreed. It can be difficult in a highly pressurised environment when everyone wants you to react immediately.
Being reliable is about being able to assess a body of work, know if it is possible to do in the time frames being requested, where it fits in your list of priorities and to deliver on this. If it really can't be done, you need to say so and stand your ground.
Good experienced production accountants ask for the time they actually need and list reasons why – it can be very difficult but it will ensure in the long run that people know they can trust you. It's worth noting however that good production accountants rarely say 'no' and will work very hard to be sure they can usually do the work that is requested of them, even if it means staying late.
Be up front
As you develop more in the role and gain experience and knowledge, you will also gain confidence. As you are learning, acknowledge what you do and do not know. Don't let ambition to progress get in your way of being sure you understand what you need to do.
In film and television, 'I don't have the answer you need but can get it for you' will get you further than getting caught out blagging it. The more experience you have, the more respect you'll get… and the more respect you have the more experience you'll get.
Experienced production accountants agree that everyone makes a mistake sometimes and that problems are part of a day's work. Everyone knows that the volume of work can get the better of you.
So it's best to get your facts straight and then alert someone higher up so it can be fixed if something you've done has gone wrong. Almost anything can be fixed if the team knows about it right away, but if something isn't dealt with early, it can quickly escalate.
This is a place where the highly organised person is celebrated
Work on production is fast paced. To keep up, you need to be able to continually prioritise your work, to identify what needs doing first. The production accounting department provides support such as payroll services to the whole rest of the crew.
When production accountants speak about payroll, they say that if the crew isn't happy because they haven't been paid, they won't work – and without crew, production stops. This demonstrates the urgency of meeting deadlines.
Over time, you must learn to be able to identify which of simultaneous requests need to be addressed first, and what is required to do the job well. Learning to complete tasks to specification and in order of priority will make you much more efficient and highly valued part of the team.
It's all in the detail
Production accounting is about attention to detail and accuracy while working to deadline. Small imputing mistakes can make a big difference to whether a budget tallies up or not.
Learning to review your work, catch errors and notice inconsistencies will make you a valued production accountant. One production accountant said 'where you put the decimal point can obviously make a very big difference!'
Think outside the box
Production accountants often sum up the work they do as problem solving. 'I absolutely love what I do. I love working hard, I love the hours. I love the analytical aspects. I don't get bored even though the weekly process is the same, because it's all about problem solving and asset management.'
The production accounting processes themselves are pretty standard, but the volume of the spending, the rate at which money is spent, the number of people you're paying, the urgency set by the creative process and creative people and the fact that you're always working under new circumstances conspires to make it all very challenging to control.
Knowing what solution will work best comes with experience and understanding of the production process. "There is always a new way of doing things – when you feel stuck, there's always a solution."
Getting started
Follow instructions carefully when applying for a job
When hiring for an assistant production accountant job, a production accountant will look to see if you have filled in the application form correctly. Any typos or missed instructions will show that you haven't spent the time reviewing your work. A production accountant will see this and question if you can work well under pressure or if you aren't concerned with accuracy, both of which are critical for the job.
Do your research and get in touch
Watch the credits of your favourite television shows and note down the name of the production accountant and production company. Do a bit of research about them and write them a letter asking advice on how to get started in production accounting. Sometimes production companies have an opening and need to hire someone. Your letter might just happen to come at the right time!
Start as a runner
Starting as a runner on a production will teach you about set etiquette. When applying for jobs as a runner, it's important to be flexible. Runners often don't get paid much (if at all) for their first job. Think of it as a way to prove that you are a reliable person. Once you've had experience on a production, chances are very high that you'll make connections that lead to more employment.
Another great place to start – at the end
In this industry, it's often said that the best way to learn is on the job and that some of the best learning comes from making mistakes. A good way to achieve this is to start working in post-production so that you can learn from what has happened on a production. You can see how any problems were identified and resolved and you can learn without so many of the time-related pressures of being on a production.
If possible, before you get your first job, learn the accounting software packages inside and out. Play around with them and figure out how they work. Ideally find a situation where you can press all the buttons and tabs and see what happens in real time.
This way, not only will you avoid spending your early days learning to use the software but if something unexpected comes up during a job, you'll know how to fix it. You need to be able to adapt and use the software and processes this production will be using even if you're better at another one. Another good idea is to find out who can answer questions about the software so you know where to turn if you get stumped.
Know where you want to go
Choose your moments but don't be afraid to ask colleagues about what they do in their role and let people know you are interested in a production accounting role. Production accountants say they are hesitant to promote someone who isn't ambitious because a lot of people really like being assistant production accountants and actually don't want to move up. Having these conversations is a good step to help you develop in the direction you want to go.
Do your homework before you start working
People in the film and television industries say that once you're in, you won't want to say no to a job very often. So production accountants higher up the career ladder recommend that if you have time, learn as much as you can before you start working because once you've started, you'll likely be very busy.
For example, learn about the relevant HMRC payroll guidelines, understand who can be paid what. Know basic tax compliance, such as what you can claim VAT on and what the proper payroll procedures are. Having this under your belt will be a great asset!
Take responsibility for yourself and your work
Production accountants almost unanimously speak of needing their team to be courteous, prompt and to take responsibility for their work. If you are consistently arriving at work late, someone else will have to pick up your work, answer your phone, and deal with the queries coming in for you. Nothing says 'not a team player' as consistently being late for work.
More resources – links
- Straight talking set etiquette advice from Ron Dexter (ASC)
- The A–Z guide to film set etiquette on The Black and Blue


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Submitted by Marie on Thu, 07/22/2010 - 12:23pm
Halfpipe Finals at Hunter Mountain
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CMS Photo Slideshow #5 from Hunter Mountain
Submitted by Jessica on Mon, 02/22/2010 - 11:31am
Check out the Catskill Mountain Series final Halfpipe competition of the 2009/2010 season. We saw excellent runs all across the age categories and the Hunter Mountain park staff provided us with a pipe that was in great shape and fun to ride. There were a few battles to be fought to determine first place qualifiers and we saw some great amplitude as well as rotation skills. This event completes the CMS freestyle events and we wish our National qualifiers good luck at Copper Mountain in early April.
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Submitted by Jessica on Tue, 02/16/2010 - 11:57pm
Yet another cold couple of days on the hill with a fun and busy BX/SX at Windham Mountain and a windy next day at Catamount for a Giant Slalom and a Halfpipe competition. Nevertheless, CMS made the best of it and Catamount did a great job improving their pipe for us despite the warm spell a couple of weeks ago.
CMS Photo Slideshow #3 from Belleayre and Catamount
Submitted by Jessica on Tue, 02/02/2010 - 3:09am
Last weekend's events went smooth once again , despite the sub zero temperatures and it already being our CMS Slopestyle finals. We had a busy day at Belleayre Mountain on Saturday with a Slalom race in the morning and a Slopestyle competition in the afternoon. And on Sunday at Catamount some competitors really had to step it up if they wanted to end up as the first place qualifiers for Nationals in the Slopestyle division. All in all, we had a great time and are looking forward to the first BoarderX/SkierX this coming Saturday at Windham Mountain. See you there!


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TODAY the Russian elders and sisters received their endownments in the temple! So we all went and it was a wonderful experience! We met them in the celestial room and they were all so happy! It reminded me of my first time and all the wonderful family and friends I had there. I am so blessed!
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It's a celebration of the city of San Francisco as a model train, cable car, streetcar and more wend their way through a lush landscape of dwarf plants and zip past mini versions of the city¹s landmark buildings created entirely from recycled materials. New this year also are some only-in-San Francisco special effects including the sounds of the city and the twice-daily arrival of the fog.
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Open Tuesdays-Sundays from 9 am to 4:30 pm and is included with admission to the Conservatory. Admission for San Francisco residents is $5 general; $3 youth 12-17, seniors and students with ID; $1.50 children 5-11; children 4 and under FREE.
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Memorial for slain Philippines journalists
Journalists in the Philippines remember the 32 colleagues allegedly murdered by a powerful Muslim political clan in 2009. Paul Chapman reports.
Transcript: The worst slaughter of journalists in a single incident happened in 2009 in the Philippines. Thirty-two were killed along with 26 other people in the southern provinice of Maguindanao. The passage of time hasn't dulled the grief of their fellow media workers. There are 192 suspects but no-one has ever been convicted The Philippines National Union of Journalists says there's no sign that will change any time soon. (SOUNDBITE)(English) ROWENA PARAAN, CHAIRPERSON OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF JOURNALISTS OF THE PHILIPPINES, SAYING: "We want a speedy trial but we want justice. We want people to know that they can…that murderers of media persons can be prosecuted and can be thrown behind bars but the way that it's going it seems not possible." The bodies of the journalists and the other casualties of the massacre were found in a mass grave. It's believed they're victims of a clan feud. The trial of suspects is bogged down in bail petitions. Since the case began four witnesses have been killed and lawyers say some defendants have offered bribes to victims' families to withdraw murder allegations.
Pope Francis canonizes two Indians, among others
Pope Francis makes two Indians and four Italians saints, saying "their preference for the smallest and poorest" was a sign of their devotion to God. Gavino Garay reports.
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Afghan volleyball blast kills dozens
Survivors undergo hospital treatment after a suicide blast at a volleyball match in Afghanistan which killed at least 45 people. Paul Chapman reports
Transcript: They were spectators at a volleyball match in the Afghan province of Paktika. Now they're among the survivors of a suicide attack at the match that killed at least 45 people. Officials say at least 50 more were wounded in the explosion which was set-off amid the densely-packed crowd. (SOUNDBITE)(Dari) MAJOR GENERAL SAIWASH, HEAD OF KABUL MILITARY, SAYING: "There was no government official among the victims of this attack. There are 17 children of various ages among the victims. There is no tribal elder or district chief to be the target of an enemy attack. These victims are all spectators at a volleyball game during a tournament among the three districts of Paktika province." The Taliban and other jihadist militants have launched waves of suicide attacks in Afghanistan this year as foreign forces pull out. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the latest bombing in Paktika province where 89 people died in blast at a busy market in July.
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The Italian Coast Guard releases video of operations that have led to the rescue of more than 600 migrants in just 48 hours. Paul Chapman reports.
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Ferguson shooting: grand jury ruling nears
Another protest in Ferguson, Missouri, as a grand jury decision approaches on whether a white police officer will be charged with the killing of an unarmed black teenager. Paul Chapman reports.
Transcript: This was the fourth night in a row such protests have taken place in Ferguson, Missouri, as they wait to find out if a white policeman will be charged with killing a black teenager. The decision by a grand jury could come on Monday…or it might not. It's an anxious case of wait and see. The St. Louis suburb has become a flashpoint for U.S. race relations since 18-year-old Michael Brown was shot in August. The protesters say they want justice. (SOUNDBITE)(English) MISS TAY, PROTESTER, SAYING: "We're blocking the streets tonight for four-and-one-half minutes for Michael Brown, for the four-and-a-half hours they allowed him to lie on the ground uncovered where everyone can see him, exposed without a sheet on him." (SOUNDBITE)(English) BRITTANY FARRELL, PROTESTER AND COMMUNITY ACTIVIST, SAYING: "We're ready for whatever happens. We have to build ourselves as a community, we're going to continue to fight against this injustice against black and brown people." A state of emergency's been declared and the National Guard's been called in to back up the police ahead of the grand jury's decision. The protesters say the measures are heavy handed.
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16 Things That Make People With Siblings Say 'That's Me'
Haha growing up with a brother or sister can be a torrid affair, you love each other but my god do you hate each other at times and will do anything to annoy the other.
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There are many different aspects of dentistry, and we know that this can sometimes be confusing or overwhelming when you are seeking information. Ronald K. Rich, DDS, MAGD has provided this page of frequently asked questions to help provide basic dental information. We welcome you to call 281-980-2537 to speak with a member of our team if you have further questions, and to schedule your appointment with Dr. Ronald K. Rich, our caring dentist in Sugar Land, Texas.
How safe are dental x-rays?
Dental x-rays are very safe. The amount of radiation you are exposed to during the taking of x-rays is very small. Advances in dentistry over the years have led to increasingly lower amounts of radiation emitted by dental x-rays. These advancements include digital x-ray machines and higher speed x-ray films, both of which limit exposure time and the amount of radiation emitted. In addition to this, federal law requires that x-ray machines be checked for safety and accuracy every two years. Dr. Rich only prescribes taking x-rays when he feels they are necessary. X-rays are sometimes the only way to diagnose decay between the teeth, bone loss caused by periodontal disease, abnormalities, infections, and tumors.
Why should I visit the dentist regularly?
Many people only visit the dentist when they have a problem. They may think they are saving money, but in reality their treatments end up costing significantly more money and time than regular dental visits would. Regular dental visits allow us to provide you with preventive care. Your home care (brushing and flossing), diet, genetics, medication use, and other health conditions, all play a daily roll in your dental health. Whereas, we as dental professionals can't control these things, we can catch problems and treat them before they become bigger problems if we catch them earlier rather than later. Many dental problems do not have symptoms until they reach advanced stages. Preventive Care can stop problems in the early stages of development, and will hopefully stop these problems from developing in the first place.
My Gums are bleeding when I brush, should I stop brushing and let them heal?
No! Bleeding indicates disease. Healthy gums do not bleed. If your gums are bleeding you should continue to floss and brush and rinse with warm salt water rinses until the area heals. If you do not see improvement in a couple days you should make an appointment to have your teeth and gums checked as soon as possible.
Why do I need to floss?
Flossing reduces the number of bacteria in your mouth. Brushing your teeth will get rid of some of these bacteria, but flossing will reach areas of your mouth that your toothbrush can't reach (in between the teeth-interproximal). If you do not floss, plaque remains between your teeth, and hardens into tartar, leading to decay and gum disease if left untreated. Plaque can be removed by brushing, but tarter and calculus can only be removed using special instruments and treatment by one of our highly skilled DENTAL HYGIENISTS.
How can I prevent cavities?
Brush your teeth correctly at least 2 x a day, spending 2-3 minutes each time. Make sure you brush every tooth and every surface. This is how long it takes to get rid of bacteria that destroy tooth enamel. Don't brush too hard, as it takes very little pressure to remove bacteria and plaque, and too much pressure will hurt your gums. Floss at least once a day. If you have any areas in your mouth that trap food then you need to floss after you eat to remove any food particles that remain in those areas as well.
Be aware of the sugar you digest. You will be surprised at the sugar content in many foods and liquids. (The AHA recommendation is no more than 24 grams for women and 36 grams for men of added sugar per day. Do you know the sugar gram content of the food and liquids you consume? Gatorade 12oz=21g, 32 oz.=56, Red bull=37g, sweet tea=33g, Dr. Pepper=64g, Coke=39g)
The best thing for our overall health is to eliminate as much added sugar from your diet as possible. If you just can't resist sweet or sticky foods, brush your teeth as soon as possible after eating/drinking.
Do not forget your regular dental visits. Routine dental checkups help to notice and treat any problems that may be developing, especially in the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth.
What are dental sealants? Who should receive them, and how long do they last?
Dental sealants are a thin, plastic coating painted onto the chewing surfaces of teeth to prevent decay. The painted-on liquid sealant bonds into the depressions and grooves of the teeth, forming a protective layer over the tooth enamel. Typically, children are the recipients of sealants. They should get sealants on their permanent molars and premolars as soon as those teeth come in, providing protection through the ages of 6 to 14. Adults can also benefit from sealants if they do not have decay or fillings in their molars. Sealants should be checked for chipping or wear during regular dental cleanings and exams.
How do whitening toothpastes work and how effective are they?
All toothpastes help remove surface stains. Some whitening toothpastes contain gentle polishing or chemical agents that provide additional stain removal. Whitening toothpastes only help remove surface stains, and do not contain bleach. They will not produce the bleaching and whitening effects of professional teeth whitening treatments. Whitening toothpastes can lighten your tooth's color by one shade, while the teeth whitening treatments provided professionally can make your teeth three to eight shades lighter on average. Dr. Rich offers several options for bleaching. We will be happy to discuss these with you at your visit.
What options are available for changing the shape of my teeth?
There are many treatments to help change the shape of your teeth, make your teeth appear longer, close spaces and gaps between teeth, and repair chipped or cracked teeth. These treatments include:
- Dental bonding
- Dental crowns
- Dental veneers
- Tooth recontouring (reshaping)
Each of these treatments differs in terms of cost, durability, and time needed to complete the procedure. We can discuss these options at your dental visit or you are welcome to call our office at 281-980-2537 for a cosmetic consultation appointment.
I'm terrified of visiting the dentist. What should I do?
Millions of people in the US fail to get necessary dental care because they are afraid to go to the dentist. If you are terrified or anxious about visiting the dentist, you are not alone. You will be in great hands at Dr Rich's office. Dr. Rich is known by his patients as being the most compassionate and gentle dentist they have ever seen. He has many patients who have been coming to see him for 30 years and wouldn't think of going anywhere else due to his gentle touch and excellence in dentistry.
If you are afraid or worried, talk to our office team about your fears. We completely understand and will take your fear seriously, and work with you to determine the best ways to make you feel less anxious and more comfortable at our office.
How does your office handle my Insurance?
Since the Affordable Care Act we have seen unbelievable changes in insurance. All insurance companies offer different dental policies. Your insurance policy is a contract that was negotiated by your employer (or you, if it is an individual policy) and the insurance company. The contract is written by the insurance company and the premiums are based on that contract. The amount paid is also dictated by that contract. Please supply us with your accurate and up-to-date insurance policy information prior to your dental visit. With this information we will be happy to file your insurance claims for you. We will do our best to calculate what your insurance will pay for your treatment but we are never able to guarantee what the insurance company will pay. Dr. Rich is not in-network with any insurance companies which means you will be seeing him out-of-network. Your responsibility to Dr. Rich will be to pay any part of your treatment that is not paid by your dental insurance.
Dental Insurance plans do not take into account YOUR DENTAL HEALTH and what YOU need. They are very limited. Dr. Rich will diagnosis your dental needs after a thorough examination based on his education, 30+ years in practice and thousands of hours of continuing education. We are not a cookie-cutter office. He will prescribe the best course of treatment for YOU. We will do everything we can to help you understand what is and what is not covered by your contract and do all we can to help you get the benefits you and or your employer pay for.
We work with many different dental insurances every day and recognize how complicated and confusing these contracts are to understand. Our staff is here to help you. Please call our office if we can answer any specific questions about your insurance coverage.
It is also necessary that you contact us with updated insurance information if your policy changes (we have seen plans change2-3 times in a year).


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Digital Marketing Coordinator
Job Posted: 10/31/17
Application Deadline: 11/30/17
Location: Denver, CO
Experience: 2+ years of agency or in-house marketing experience
Job Type: Full-time
Education: 4-year college BA/BS
Red Egg Marketing is looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic, creative, and analytical person to join our growing team. We are a full-service marketing agency focused on crafting and implementing custom marketing strategies for our clients. Being a small company, we get to wear a lot of hats making each day fun and interesting. If you enjoy improving your skillset, developing creative solutions, and contributing to the success of a project, you will love working at Red Egg.
Position Duties/Responsibilities:
- Design, build, optimize, manage, and report on Google AdWords campaigns.
- Develop SEO strategies and perform keyword research, competitive analysis, and SEO audits/assessments.
- Analyze campaign data and report on recommendations and strategies.
- Write and/or optimize website copy for search engines.
- Develop, implement, and track social media advertising campaigns.
- Perform A/B testing and campaign optimization.
- Create and manage effective email marketing campaigns.
- Periodically choose the day's music. But choose wisely…
- Manage ad budgets.
- Proofread and edit copy.
- Communicate directly with clients and develop brilliant digital marketing strategies.
Necessary Skills:
- Strong understanding of and ability to create and manage Google AdWords accounts. AdWords certification is preferred.
- Strong understanding of search engine optimization best practices and inbound marketing strategies.
- Strong understanding of Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEOMoz (or a similar tool).
- Experience with creating and tracking Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn marketing and advertising campaigns.
- Ability to use Hootsuite or similar social media dashboards.
- Superior writing skills.
- Create and track email marketing campaigns using MailChimp and Constant Contact.
- Experience and demonstrated proficiency with WordPress CMS. Knowledge of HTML/CSS and other languages is a big plus.
- Trustworthy, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Necessary Equipment:
- Positive attitude
- Laptop computer
- Cell phone
Why You Want This Job:
- Large amount of creative license.
- Ability to pursue new ideas and strategies.
- Flexible schedule.
- Work alongside delightful people.
- Salary commensurate with experience.
Please apply below with the following:
- Resume
- Writing sample
- Cover letter outlining 1-2 projects on which you have worked relating to analytics, SEO, or AdWords describing your goals, process, and outcome.