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Federal Election - Candidate Meet and Greet
Make sure you cast your vote and your voice is heard in the upcoming federal election. And, why not come out and meet the candidates for our riding (MacLeod) in person on Tuesday, April 19th?
At this meet and greet there will be an opportunity for you to talk directly with the federal election candidates. Ask them the questions you have and express your thoughts on what the priorities should be for the government of Canada.
This is being held at the brand new Sheep River Library in Turner Valley, AB from 7 to 9pm. The Diamond Valley Chamber of Commerce will be providing refreshments throughout the evening as well.
Candidates that have confirmed attendance include:
Ted Menzies, Conservative
Attila Nagy, Green
Brad Carrigan, Independent
Nicole Hankel, Liberal
Janine Giles, NDP
Additional information can be found at the Diamond Valley Chamber of Commerce Website: www.diamondvalleychamber.com.
Gateway Gazette Grande
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Local Bestselling Author Raises “Seed” Money
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By Todd Curran
On March 26th, Hugo Bonjean, the bestselling author of In the Eyes of Anahita and Seeds of Germination or Termination, launched his third novel, A People's Power with a full day of events raising $6,000 for The Mustard Seed. The events were sponsored by River Café, Slow Food Calgary and Wild Rose Brewery.
The Mustard Seed is a non-profit Christian humanitarian organization that has been caring for Calgary's homeless since 1984. Through its three ministry centres across Alberta, The Mustard Seed delivers basic services, housing and employment programs to people in need and partners with the community to address the root causes of poverty.
Bonjean gave a presentation at The Mustard Seed for guests, volunteers and community members, then signed books and gave them as gifts to attendees. Slow Food Calgary volunteers provided breakfast for everyone with food donated by local sustainable farms, Poplar Bluff Farms and Highwood Crossing. Randall Arsenault from the band Dr. Zoo treated the crowd to his Afro-Celtic music.
“My novels revolve around the importance of community building,” said Bonjean. “The fundraiser and the time I spent with the guests and volunteers of The Mustard Seed allowed me to give birth to this story in the company of those who care for our community.”
“We were proud to join with Hugo in the launch of his new book. Yesterday is yet another example of how working together we can change lives,” said Jeff Dyer, COO of The Mustard Seed.
“I'm glad to have been able to initiate a book launch that gave people not only a story, but an experience that echoes the importance of community similar to that in my novel, A People's Power,” said Bonjean.
Hugo Bonjean's books are available in bookstores across Canada. For more information about the author and his new book, visit www.apeoplespower.com.
For more information on The Mustard Seed, visit www.theseed.ca.
By Todd Curran
On March 26th, Hugo Bonjean, the bestselling author of In the Eyes of Anahita and Seeds of Germination or Termination, launched his third novel, A People's Power with a full day of events raising $6,000 for The Mustard Seed. The events were sponsored by River Café, Slow Food Calgary and Wild Rose Brewery.
The Mustard Seed is a non-profit Christian humanitarian organization that has been caring for Calgary's homeless since 1984. Through its three ministry centres across Alberta, The Mustard Seed delivers basic services, housing and employment programs to people in need and partners with the community to address the root causes of poverty.
Bonjean gave a presentation at The Mustard Seed for guests, volunteers and community members, then signed books and gave them as gifts to attendees. Slow Food Calgary volunteers provided breakfast for everyone with food donated by local sustainable farms, Poplar Bluff Farms and Highwood Crossing. Randall Arsenault from the band Dr. Zoo treated the crowd to his Afro-Celtic music.
“My novels revolve around the importance of community building,” said Bonjean. “The fundraiser and the time I spent with the guests and volunteers of The Mustard Seed allowed me to give birth to this story in the company of those who care for our community.”
“We were proud to join with Hugo in the launch of his new book. Yesterday is yet another example of how working together we can change lives,” said Jeff Dyer, COO of The Mustard Seed.
“I'm glad to have been able to initiate a book launch that gave people not only a story, but an experience that echoes the importance of community similar to that in my novel, A People's Power,” said Bonjean.
Hugo Bonjean's books are available in bookstores across Canada. For more information about the author and his new book, visit www.apeoplespower.com.
For more information on The Mustard Seed, visit www.theseed.ca.
Mantracker Hunts Playground Funds
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In early March, Terry Grant, better known as The Mantracker, shared how he became a reality television star at a dinner and silent auction to raise funds for a new barrier-free playground at École Joe Clark School in High River.
The school offers the only Diversity Program for physically and developmentally challenged children in High River and area and is working to raise $80,000 for a fully accessible playground for children of all abilities and ages.
Students in the school's Diversity Program currently have to sit on the sidelines for mobility reasons. The new playground will feature a pour-in-place recycled rubber base that will make it fully-accessible for children in wheelchairs and those facing other mobility-related challenges. It will also incorporate more structures that will be safe and enjoyable for children of all ages and abilities – making it a great play place for children throughout the community.
“We are so grateful for the generous support of Terry Grant and a number of local businesses and community organizations that have stepped up to help us make one playground for all a reality,” says Marilyn Boake, who chairs the school's parent council.
“This playground will not only benefit our students, but will be a great play place for children throughout the community. On behalf of École Joe Clark School, I would like to thank all of the volunteers who have been working so hard, as well as all of the community businesses, organizations and individuals who have made donations to help us reach our goal,” says school principal Shannon Culbert.
In early March, Terry Grant, better known as The Mantracker, shared how he became a reality television star at a dinner and silent auction to raise funds for a new barrier-free playground at École Joe Clark School in High River.
The school offers the only Diversity Program for physically and developmentally challenged children in High River and area and is working to raise $80,000 for a fully accessible playground for children of all abilities and ages.
Students in the school's Diversity Program currently have to sit on the sidelines for mobility reasons. The new playground will feature a pour-in-place recycled rubber base that will make it fully-accessible for children in wheelchairs and those facing other mobility-related challenges. It will also incorporate more structures that will be safe and enjoyable for children of all ages and abilities – making it a great play place for children throughout the community.
“We are so grateful for the generous support of Terry Grant and a number of local businesses and community organizations that have stepped up to help us make one playground for all a reality,” says Marilyn Boake, who chairs the school's parent council.
“This playground will not only benefit our students, but will be a great play place for children throughout the community. On behalf of École Joe Clark School, I would like to thank all of the volunteers who have been working so hard, as well as all of the community businesses, organizations and individuals who have made donations to help us reach our goal,” says school principal Shannon Culbert.
Wicked Websites
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By Todd Curran
This installment of Wicked Websites is dedicated to natural highs, game guys and a free feast for the eyes. Check out these sites for some mindless entertainment!
http://gethighnow.com
Tired of spending all your hard-earned money on drugs and alcohol just to be entertained? I know I am! This mind-blowing site offers a magic carpet ride of more than 35 ways to alter human perception and consciousness without drugs or alcohol. Simply by using your computer and headphones, a world of aural, visual and other mystical highs will have you saying “Grooooovy, man!” in no time. Note: This site requires QuickTime Version 6.0 or above to be installed on your browser.
www.kongregate.com
After checking out this site at work, I wouldn't recommend checking out this site at work. Kongregate's massive collection of online games will kill most of your day. The site's point system allows users to "level up" and earn achievements for accomplishments. Offering a mobile app and interaction within the site's gaming community gives incentive to keep returning. Game designers have reason to participate, too, with monthly prizes for the best-rated games!
www.crackle.com
Crackle is always a fun place to discover something old, something new, or something so bad it's actually pretty good. Watch full-length Hollywood movies, cult classic TV shows and original series for free. They focus on the genres of comedy, action, drama, sci-fi and horror, cherry-picking fresh and classic entertainment from around the web.
By Todd Curran
This installment of Wicked Websites is dedicated to natural highs, game guys and a free feast for the eyes. Check out these sites for some mindless entertainment!
http://gethighnow.com
Tired of spending all your hard-earned money on drugs and alcohol just to be entertained? I know I am! This mind-blowing site offers a magic carpet ride of more than 35 ways to alter human perception and consciousness without drugs or alcohol. Simply by using your computer and headphones, a world of aural, visual and other mystical highs will have you saying “Grooooovy, man!” in no time. Note: This site requires QuickTime Version 6.0 or above to be installed on your browser.
www.kongregate.com
After checking out this site at work, I wouldn't recommend checking out this site at work. Kongregate's massive collection of online games will kill most of your day. The site's point system allows users to "level up" and earn achievements for accomplishments. Offering a mobile app and interaction within the site's gaming community gives incentive to keep returning. Game designers have reason to participate, too, with monthly prizes for the best-rated games!
www.crackle.com
Crackle is always a fun place to discover something old, something new, or something so bad it's actually pretty good. Watch full-length Hollywood movies, cult classic TV shows and original series for free. They focus on the genres of comedy, action, drama, sci-fi and horror, cherry-picking fresh and classic entertainment from around the web.
The Oral Health Connection - By Penny Judson-Benny, Registered Dental Hygienist
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A healthier mouth for a healthier you!
Oral Health and Cardiovascular Disease
FACT: Cardiovascular disease – heart disease, diseases of the blood vessels and stroke – is responsible for one-third of all deaths in Canada and costs the economy $18 billion every year. Heart disease is the nation's leading cause of death in both men and women.
Your mouth is a portal to your body. Increasingly, research is uncovering the link between periodontal disease (disease of the gums and supporting bone) and overall health. Your chances of cardiovascular disease may increase if you have periodontal disease. According to research, the reason for this elevated risk may be the result of bloodstream contamination from bacteria, bacterial by-products and chemicals that are released from certain cells. Once the bacteria enters the bloodstream, they attach to the fatty deposits in the heart blood vessels. This condition can cause blood clots and may lead to heart attacks.
Since periodontal disease can be prevented and controlled, dental hygienists may have an opportunity to play a key role in decreasing the incidence and severity of cardiovascular disease. Your dental hygienist is a licensed oral health-care professional who can work with you to develop a program of good oral hygiene. Regular visits to your dental hygienist can help ensure a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. A regular health history assessment, head and neck examination, as well as teeth and gum assessment and cleanings are crucial for good oral health and integral to general health. With your help, the dental hygienist can develop an oral hygiene care plan that includes prevention and treatment therapies to ensure the best oral health possible. If necessary, a referral to other health-care professionals may be needed.
If I have heart disease, are there special requirements to maintain proper oral health?
To maintain the best oral health, you should:
Establish and maintain a healthy mouth. This means brushing and flossing daily as well as using an antiseptic mouthwash. This helps reduce the accumulation of plaque and bacteria.
See your dental professional regularly for examinations and dental cleanings.
It is imperative that he/she knows you have a heart problem.
Eat a healthy diet low in sugar and sodium.
Carefully follow your physician's or dental provider's instructions and use prescription medications as directed.
Am I at risk if dental procedures are performed?
If you have certain preexisting heart conditions, you may be at risk for developing infective endocarditis – an infection of the heart's inner lining or the valves. Anytime there is bleeding in the mouth, certain oral bacteria can enter the blood stream and may settle on abnormal heart valves or tissue weakened by an existing heart problem or heart condition. In these cases, the infection can damage or even destroy heart valves or tissue.
The American Heart Association updated guidelines require that patients with the following conditions need precautionary antibiotic treatment before any dental procedures:
artificial heart valves
history of infective endocarditis
certain specific, serious congenital (present from birth) heart conditions including:
unrepaired or incompletely repaired cyanotic congenital heart disease, including those with palliative shunts and conduits
a completely repaired congenital defect with prosthetic material or device, whether placed by surgery or by catheter interventions, during the first six months after the procedure
any repaired congenital heart defect with residual defect at the site or adjacent to the site of a prosthetic patch or prosthetic device.
a cardiac transplant which develops a problem in a heart valve.
‘Keep Your Smile For A Lifetime!'
Penny Judson-Benny, RDH, is the owner and operator of Mountain View Dental Hygiene Clinic in Black Diamond and can be contacted at 403-933-7722.
A healthier mouth for a healthier you!
Oral Health and Cardiovascular Disease
FACT: Cardiovascular disease – heart disease, diseases of the blood vessels and stroke – is responsible for one-third of all deaths in Canada and costs the economy $18 billion every year. Heart disease is the nation's leading cause of death in both men and women.
Your mouth is a portal to your body. Increasingly, research is uncovering the link between periodontal disease (disease of the gums and supporting bone) and overall health. Your chances of cardiovascular disease may increase if you have periodontal disease. According to research, the reason for this elevated risk may be the result of bloodstream contamination from bacteria, bacterial by-products and chemicals that are released from certain cells. Once the bacteria enters the bloodstream, they attach to the fatty deposits in the heart blood vessels. This condition can cause blood clots and may lead to heart attacks.
Since periodontal disease can be prevented and controlled, dental hygienists may have an opportunity to play a key role in decreasing the incidence and severity of cardiovascular disease. Your dental hygienist is a licensed oral health-care professional who can work with you to develop a program of good oral hygiene. Regular visits to your dental hygienist can help ensure a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. A regular health history assessment, head and neck examination, as well as teeth and gum assessment and cleanings are crucial for good oral health and integral to general health. With your help, the dental hygienist can develop an oral hygiene care plan that includes prevention and treatment therapies to ensure the best oral health possible. If necessary, a referral to other health-care professionals may be needed.
If I have heart disease, are there special requirements to maintain proper oral health?
To maintain the best oral health, you should:
Establish and maintain a healthy mouth. This means brushing and flossing daily as well as using an antiseptic mouthwash. This helps reduce the accumulation of plaque and bacteria.
See your dental professional regularly for examinations and dental cleanings.
It is imperative that he/she knows you have a heart problem.
Eat a healthy diet low in sugar and sodium.
Carefully follow your physician's or dental provider's instructions and use prescription medications as directed.
Am I at risk if dental procedures are performed?
If you have certain preexisting heart conditions, you may be at risk for developing infective endocarditis – an infection of the heart's inner lining or the valves. Anytime there is bleeding in the mouth, certain oral bacteria can enter the blood stream and may settle on abnormal heart valves or tissue weakened by an existing heart problem or heart condition. In these cases, the infection can damage or even destroy heart valves or tissue.
The American Heart Association updated guidelines require that patients with the following conditions need precautionary antibiotic treatment before any dental procedures:
artificial heart valves
history of infective endocarditis
certain specific, serious congenital (present from birth) heart conditions including:
unrepaired or incompletely repaired cyanotic congenital heart disease, including those with palliative shunts and conduits
a completely repaired congenital defect with prosthetic material or device, whether placed by surgery or by catheter interventions, during the first six months after the procedure
any repaired congenital heart defect with residual defect at the site or adjacent to the site of a prosthetic patch or prosthetic device.
a cardiac transplant which develops a problem in a heart valve.
‘Keep Your Smile For A Lifetime!'
Penny Judson-Benny, RDH, is the owner and operator of Mountain View Dental Hygiene Clinic in Black Diamond and can be contacted at 403-933-7722.
Hey Brides-To-Be
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If you read our Wedding Supplement “How to plan a wedding – a Step-by-step guide” did you notice one very important omission that we inadvertently made?
We feel really bad but we forgot to include when you should be dealing with your wedding cake.
According to our local baker, George Nielsen of Black Diamond Bakery & Coffee Shop, you should be doing this three months before the wedding. I mean can you imagine the 'cake-cutting ceremony' without a cake?
Contacting your baker and choosing the style, flavour, filling and colours of this very important part of your day will take careful thought and discussions.
If you read our Wedding Supplement “How to plan a wedding – a Step-by-step guide” did you notice one very important omission that we inadvertently made?
We feel really bad but we forgot to include when you should be dealing with your wedding cake.
According to our local baker, George Nielsen of Black Diamond Bakery & Coffee Shop, you should be doing this three months before the wedding. I mean can you imagine the 'cake-cutting ceremony' without a cake?
Contacting your baker and choosing the style, flavour, filling and colours of this very important part of your day will take careful thought and discussions.
Valley Vines by Sarah Harrold
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Chocovine
When helping customers pick out a bottle of wine, I will give my recommendations based on which foods, if any, will be consumed along with it. A very easy rule to follow is, red wines pair best with red meats and white wines pair best with white meats. However, I always remind customers that wine pairing is ultimately a personal preference.
The easiest thing to pair wine with is chocolate. It tastes great with a sweeter white or your favourite bubbly, but is amazing with any red! Red wine and chocolate paired together is considered by me as a little piece of heaven.
So what happens if you take these two amazing products and combine them together into one? Well, you end up with an amazing product called Chocovine. A tantalizing blend of French Cabernet and rich dark Dutch chocolate.
Dark chocolate is known to lower your blood pressure, both red wine and chocolate are rich in antioxidants. The finished product of Chocovine is also gluten free, which makes it a healthy “treat” when enjoyed in moderation.
With fourteen percent alcohol and the taste of a chocolate liqueur, enjoy Chocovine on the rocks, or as the main ingredient in many delicious cocktails.
Visit us online: www.valleyliquor.ca for more information on upcoming specials and tastings of this product. Or email us at: info@valleyliquor.ca for delicious Chocovine cocktail recipes.
Chocovine
When helping customers pick out a bottle of wine, I will give my recommendations based on which foods, if any, will be consumed along with it. A very easy rule to follow is, red wines pair best with red meats and white wines pair best with white meats. However, I always remind customers that wine pairing is ultimately a personal preference.
The easiest thing to pair wine with is chocolate. It tastes great with a sweeter white or your favourite bubbly, but is amazing with any red! Red wine and chocolate paired together is considered by me as a little piece of heaven.
So what happens if you take these two amazing products and combine them together into one? Well, you end up with an amazing product called Chocovine. A tantalizing blend of French Cabernet and rich dark Dutch chocolate.
Dark chocolate is known to lower your blood pressure, both red wine and chocolate are rich in antioxidants. The finished product of Chocovine is also gluten free, which makes it a healthy “treat” when enjoyed in moderation.
With fourteen percent alcohol and the taste of a chocolate liqueur, enjoy Chocovine on the rocks, or as the main ingredient in many delicious cocktails.
Visit us online: www.valleyliquor.ca for more information on upcoming specials and tastings of this product. Or email us at: info@valleyliquor.ca for delicious Chocovine cocktail recipes.
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