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From the Editor
Welcome to the first issue of 2011. Can you believe we are already
a month into the new year?
Once again we have plenty to offer you in this edition including
the second part of our feature on Multiple Sclerosis and its
connection to CCSVI which has resulted in many people seeking
treatment abroad. We speak with eleven MS’ers who tell their story
of suffering and “Liberation.”
We also start a new series called “Meet the Mayor” in which we
ask Mayors across Canada for their answers to our in-depth
questions such as their favorite movie or their most memorable
holiday. Our aim is to get to know the person behind the politics the
feedback from the Mayors who have taken part so far is good. They
have found our questions to be fun and they have enjoyed the
experience.
We also catch up with Toronto singer/songwriter Moonlyn who we
first spoke to back in early 2009. We find out all about her latest
album and video as well as her plans for the future which include a
possible move to LA. When she makes it big, remember where you
first saw her!
Other articles in this issue include taking a look at Ottawa’s culture
and visiting Niagara Falls during the winter. Mark Atkinson our
resident car expert test drives the Dodge Minivan and we spend a
day with a local Realtor to find out what the job entails. We also
learn where best to invest our money curtesy of Investors Group.
Our immigration section includes a real life story from a family
who moved from Argentina to Canada a few years ago as well as
details of a Chinese Club in Smiths Falls. We also explore Greater
Sudbury to see what it can offer potential newcomers.
Well I won’t keep you here, instead I will let you read.

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Out & About

06! Valentineʼs Day, 5 Canadian hot spots to keep the romance burning
07! Niagara Falls has lots to offer the winter tourist
09! Nova Scotia Eagle Watch
09! Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC
10! Ottawa, Canadaʼs capital of culture
12! Time to choose summer camp kids

Lifestyle
14! Careers: 11 job search tips for 2011
15! Careers: Foreign military service in Canadian career search documents
16! Money: Should you contribute to your RRSP, your TFSA, or both?
18! Motoring: Test drive: Dodge minivans
21! Environment: When is green really green?

People
22! Meet the Mayor of Mississauga: Hazel McCallion
24! An interview with Toronto singer/songwriter Moonlyn
27! Meet the Mayor of Peterborough: Daryl Bennett
28! Meet the Mayor of Halifax, NS: Peter Kelly
30! A day in the life of a Realtor
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Immigration
32! Immigration news
34! Life in the City of Greater Sudbury
38! Real Life: Canada calls Argentinian family
40! Meet the Mayor of Lunenburg, NS:
! Laurence Mawhinney
42! Smiths Falls: A lesson in cultural
! awareness
47! Meet the Mayor of Smiths Falls:
! Dennis Staples

Health & Wellness

48! Part 2: Could a cure for Multiple Scleoris
! be just around the corner?
49! Dr Zamboniʼs findings
50! Eleven Real life stories from MS sufferers

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lot to offer the
winter tourist
By Jane Toombes
Journey Behind the Falls
Niagara Falls is one of the best known attractions in
Canada but of course the name doesn’t just refer to the
majestic waterfall, but to the city itself. The city of Niagara
Falls is located right on the border with the United States
and indeed its twin city, also named Niagara Falls sits on
the US side.
The actual falls is divided into two: The Horseshoe Falls
located on the Canadian side and the American Falls, yes
you’ve guessed it, on the American side. Together these
two falls make up one of the greatest natural wonders of
the world.
We have all seen the stunning photos of the falls in the
summer with the sun beating down, but is this a place
worth visiting in the cold winter months? The answer is,
most definitely yes. Because you see, there is far more to
Niagara Falls than just the waterfalls.
The area surrounding the falls has been a tourist mecca
for many years, but in the last few years many more
attractions have opened their doors making it a great place
to spend a few days. Even if you can only spend a day here
you can still enjoy many of the things Niagara has to offer.
You will find that the majority of the attractions are open
year round and a lot are inside, so no need to worry too
much about the weather. So what exactly can you do in
Niagara in the winter?
Well, the first and most obvious thing to do here is view
the falls of course. Fortunately Canadians get the best deal
out of the falls. From the Canadian side we can see the full
extent of the falls including magnificent views of both the
Horseshoe and American Falls, along with the smaller
Bridal Veil Falls located between the two. There is a large
observation deck known as Table Rock located above the
Horseshoe Falls where you are so close to the rushing
water you can almost touch it. Be prepared to get wet here
though, so wrap up warm. You can view the falls all along
the Canadian side of the river, so make sure you pack your
camera.
The one attraction you will not be able to experience in
the winter is a ride on the famous Maid of the Mist. These
boat rides which take you under the falls themselves can
only operate when the river is free of ice and snow, so
unfortunately you will have to visit again in the summer
months to appreciate this great experience.
One attraction you will be able to take advantage of is
the Journey Behind the Falls. This is open year round and
allows you to actually walk behind and below the
Horseshoe Falls. You will travel down in an elevator to get
to the base of the falls and walk along tunnels behind the
water. Observation areas allow you to literally stand behind
the falls and watch the water flowing, the noise alone
makes this worth doing. One observation area which allows
you to view the falls from the bottom and side may be
closed during a winter visit. This is because the platform
can get very icy and slippery and no one wants you to fall
in! You will still be able to see the side view of the falls from
this vantage point, but without walking out onto the
platform itself.
Niagara’s Fury is one of the newest attractions which
allows you to experience the falls first-hand. Located on
Table Rock at this indoor attraction you stand on a
specially constructed platform that tilts and trembles
allowing you to experience the fury of Niagara yourself. You
will be surrounded by incredible 4D imagery and fantastic
sound in the 360 degree theatre. The show lasts six
minutes, but is preceded with another show explaining how
Niagara Falls was formed millions of years ago.
If you want a really good view of the falls then you will
want to experience the Skylon Tower. There is an
observation deck located at 233 metres (775 feet). To get
to the deck you ride the Yellow Bug elevators which travel
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 externally up the tower, like little bugs running up a flower
stem. From the deck you can see over 8,000 square miles
of both Canada and the USA.
The tower is also home to the Revolving Dining Room
where again at a height of 233 metres you can enjoy
award-winning continental cuisine for lunch or dinner with
spectacular views. If you prefer more casual dining then
you should consider the Summit Suite Buffet which is more
catered to families and slightly smaller budgets.
There are other things to experience at the Skylon apart
from the food and the views. You can also watch the 3D/4D
movie "Legends of Niagara Falls" with amazing special
effects. If you are visiting with children then you might want
to visit Niagara Falls largest indoor entertainment centre
offering rides for all ages. If you want to leave the kids there
and catch up on some retail therapy then the shopping
concourse is the place to be. You will find everything from Butterfly Conservatory
souvenirs to discount shopping as well as several speciality
shops. land on you and you need to be careful where you tread.
If you love wildlife, especially birds, then one place you You absolutely must have your camera here, but be warned
must visit whilst at Niagara is Bird Kingdom. This is located that tripods are not allowed, only monopods.
close to Rainbow Bridge and is great for bird lovers all year, Clifton Hill is another location you will want to visit. This
but offers a tropical escape during the winter months. You is the main tourist and shopping area at Niagara Falls. Here
will be able to walk amongst the birds, yes most are free to you will find places such as Ripley’s Museum and 4D Ride,
fly and wander round so you never know what will be wax museums, haunted houses, Niagara SkyWheel,
swooping above your head or walking across your path. arcades, restaurants, hotels and lots more.
You will see everything from the smallest finches to large If gambling is for you then you will not be disappointed
macaws and everything in between. There is also a in Niagara. Places such as Casino Niagara, Fallsview
nocturnal section where you can see owls and other Casino and the Ontario Casino Hotel will allow you to
creatures such as bats and insects. indulge in your passion.
The Winter Festival of Lights is another good reason to
Bird Kingdom visit Niagara in the winter. Between November and the end
of January the whole of Niagara Falls is festooned with
lights, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Most
Fridays, weather pending, there are firework displays over
the falls during the festival as well as the illumination of the
falls themselves.
So as you can see, there is no good reason why you
should not visit Niagara Falls during the winter, in fact there
are lots of good reasons why you should.

Another great wildlife attraction is the Butterfly

Conservatory. Because this is located about ten minutes
north of Niagara Falls you will have to either drive or catch
one of the buses which travel between the two locations.
You will go on a self-guided tour where over 2,000
butterflies are free to fly around the tropical rainforest
setting. You can also watch butterflies emerging from their American Falls
pupae and flying for the first time. Be aware that they may
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Nova Scotia Eagle Watch
In winter, the deciduous trees of the Annapolis Valley lose their
leaves, odd pieces of fruit still frozen on the trees; the harvest festivals
are over and the bulk of tourists are gone. Most, but not all.!!For two
weekends in winter some thousand visitors come to line the fields
around the farming village or hamlet of Sheffield Mills to join in a festival
unlike any other. As the site of the largest colony of wintering eagles in
eastern North America, Sheffield Mills is the perfect location to host
Eagle Watch when visitors are invited to see these extraordinary birds in
their natural hibernal habitat. And what a sight: some 500 eagles soar
above the snow-covered fields and settle, looming white-headed

Photo by Richard
sentinels, on the branches of leafless elms and apple trees.!!
Nova Scotians are hospitable by nature. The 20th Annual Sheffield
Mills Eagle Watch (January 29-30 and February 5-6, 2011) welcomes
visitors to the Community Hall for a pancake and sausage breakfast or
cinnamon bun alternative, plus homemade bread and baked beans
afterwards. !There’s live music too. This year, the “polymetric folk-jazz”
duo of Arianne and Andy, country singer Laura Roy,!harpist Johanne
McInnis and Celtic musician, Dusty Keleher, are among Eagle Watch’s
several performers.

Noah Richler is a CBC radio documentary maker and the prize-winning author of This is My Country, What’s Yours? A Literary Atlas
of Canada. He is a regular contributor to the Globe and Mail, the National Post, The Walrus magazine and the BBC World Service.

Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC

Long recognized as one of the great parks of the world, Stanley Park is one of the crown jewels of Vancouver.
Stanley Park is Vancouver's first park and one of the city's main tourist attractions and is an evergreen oasis of 400
hectares (1,000 acres) close to the downtown core. Its natural west coast and First Nations atmosphere offers a back
drop of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees which greets visitors from all over the globe and transports them to an
environment rich in tranquility. The park also is home to various wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the
plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in beautiful surroundings.
Stanley Park was opened in 1888 by the British Lord Stanley of Preston who later became the Earl of Derby. The
largest city-owned park in Canada and the third largest in North America, Stanley Park is more than ten percent
larger than New York City's Central Park and almost half the size of London's Richmond Park.
Each year the park attracts an estimated eight million visitors, locals and tourists alike, who come for its
recreational facilities, gardens, seawall and ocean views. The famous seawall path which circles the park is used by
more than 2.5 million pedestrians, sight-seers, cyclists, and inline skaters every year. Most of the park is forested
with old growth forest and an estimated half million trees that can be as tall as 76 metres (250 ft) and hundreds of
years old. There are also approximately 125 miles of trails and roads throughout the park, which are patrolled by the
Vancouver City Police horse mounted squad. The Project for Public Spaces has ranked Stanley Park as the sixteenth
best park in the world and sixth best in North America.
A great number of quality recreational facilities are also
available in Stanley Park, including a pitch and putt golf course
bordered by the spring-blooming Ted and Mary Greig
Rhododendron Garden. At the Park's heart is the formal Rose
Garden surrounded by mass perennial plantings looking their
very best from April through September.
If you are planning a trip to Vancouver, British Columbia,
Canada, beautiful Stanley Park is a must see destination. With
its beautiful rose gardens, scenery and world class facilities
and restaurants, Stanley Park will be a memorable experience.

Vancouver, BC, Canada tourist information

http://www.goingtovancouver.com

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 Ottawa: Canada’s
Capital of Culture
When thinking of somewhere to visit in Canada, what better place to start
than the capital city, Ottawa. Located in eastern Ontario, close to the border
with Quebec, Ottawa offers a little bit of everything and so should meet the
needs of all kinds of tourists.
Don’t think that because Ottawa is Canada’s capital city that it is going
to be a large, built-up, unfriendly city, it is not. In fact Ottawa is more rural
than any other city in Canada and has some stunning architecture to
explore. This along with fine dining, shopping, parks, museums and
galleries makes it a great place to spend some time at any time of the
year.
Ottawa has some major landmarks you will want to explore. One of
the most visited locations is Parliament Hill which can be found along
Wellington Street overlooking the Ottawa River. There are three main
buildings you will want to see, the first is known as the centre block
and this is where you will see the familiar clock tower and stunning
architecture dating back to the mid 1800’s. There are two other blocks
known as east and west which have equally stunning architecture.
You can take tours of the buildings which are free of charge.
Booking in advance is not required for groups of ten or less and the
tours last between 20 and 60 minutes. Tour times vary depending on
the day and time of year so you should visit the following website for
full details: http://www2.parl.gc.ca/Sites/LOP/Visitors/index-e.asp
Whilst in this area you should look for the “Cat Man of Parliament
Hill.” This gentleman has build a cat shelter to the west of the centre
block where he looks after and feeds feral cats.
Close by you can also visit the Supreme Court, a unique Art-Deco

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style building which has a huge front lawn often used in the
summer months by Ultimate Frisbee players. You can take
guided tours of the court itself or simply enjoy the
entertainment outside.
Within walking distance of Parliament Hill is the Notre
Damn Basilica which is a stunning gothic cathedral dating
back to 1841. Between May and October you can take
tours of the cathedral which last approximately 45 minutes,
fees are applicable.
As you are wandering around this area you cannot fail to
notice the other great landmark of Ottawa, the Rideau
Canal. At the point where it meets the Ottawa River, next to
Parliament Hill you will see the 8 locks which allow boats
to navigate the different heights of the canal and river.
During the winter months the canal is turned into the
world’s longest ice skating rink.
Although not open to the public you might also want to Notre Damn Basilica
visit 24 Sussex Drive which is the home of the Prime
Minister of Canada. You can park in neighbouring streets
and may be able to get a quick photo opportunity but be Festival. Over one million tulips of over 50 varieties are on
aware the area is patrolled by security so you may be display throughout the city during this time. Make sure you
asked to move on. bring your camera for this one.
As you are in Sussex Drive you should also take a look If you like cycling you can take one of the many cycle
at Rideau Hall, opposite 24 Sussex which is the home of paths found throughout the city including those along the
the Governor General. The gardens to this home are open banks of the Rideau Canal or Ottawa River. Bicycles can
to the public and are well worth a visit. There are 79 acres be rented at various locations across the city.
of beautiful landscaping including trees planted by visiting Ottawa is a picturesque and relaxed city to visit and has
dignitaries including Nelson Mandela and Diana, Princess something for just about everyone. You can visit the main
of Wales. Ottawa Tourism website at http://www.ottawatourism.ca/
One of the most vibrant neighbourhoods in Ottawa is
ByWard Market. Here you will find a variety of restaurants Library Building
from fine dining to fast food outlets. There is also ample
Parliament Hill
shopping opportunity with lots of eclectic shops as well as
the market square which offers everything from fruit and
vegetables to arts and crafts. There are also horse-drawn
carriages and rickshaws offering tours and buskers to
entertain you.
Adjacent to ByWard Market you will also find ample
shopping opportunities at the Rideau Centre. This is a large
mall, with parking and over 180 stores and restaurants.
If you like museums and galleries you will not be
disappointed. Located just off Sussex Drive you will find
the National Gallery of Canada. This impressive glass
structure is a work of art in itself and definitely worth
photographing. Also worth a photo is the huge 9.25 meter
high bronze spider located in the plaza. Photo
opportunities inside the building are limited.
The Canadian War Museum opened in 2005, not only
contains a fascinating insight into Canadian military history
but is also a building of great architectural interest. The
floors and walls are built on slight angles making you feel
slightly disorientated.
Another place worth visiting is the Canadian Museum of
Civilization. This is Canada’s most visited museum and is
home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles
amongst many other exhibits. From outside the museum
don’t miss the wonderful views of Parliament Hill, Rideau
Canal and Ottawa River.
Ottawa also offers many parks and recreational areas
where you can relax and have a picnic. If you plan you visit
during May 2011, be sure to check out the Canadian Tulip
11

Time to choose
kids!
In Canada many children attend summer camps during
the long summer holidays. Every province in Canada has
summer camps and there are literally hundreds to choose
from and they are very popular. In fact they are so popular
many are fully booked even before the year starts, so it is
best to do lots of research to find the camp you want to go
to to make sure you book your place in time, so start now!
Children of all ages can take part in summer camps as
some are just day events whilst others can be a week or
even a month or more. Each one offers different activities so
you should be able to find one which caters to your
interests. There are groups just for boys, or just for girls, but
many are mixed. There are also camps for people with
special needs, so no one has to miss out on the
opportunity. You do have to pay for camps so you will need
to do the research with your parents to make sure they can
afford the ones you pick!
How to choose a summer camp
Sit down with your parents and write a list of things that
you want from the camp, be it fun stuff, learning skills, your
hobbies etc. Your parents should also write a list of what
they want you to get from the camp. This might be different
to yours but you will probably find that the things you want
and the things your parents want can be found at more than
one camp. For example you might want to learn to
skateboard and your parents want you to gain more self
confidence. By selecting the right camp there is no reason
why both these things cannot be achieved at the same
time.
Once you have decided what you and your parents want
from the camp you will need to decide which type of camp
you want to attend.
Location: Although you might be restricted by the
location, some camps do offer transportation, so look into
this if distance could be a problem for you.
Facilities: Your parents might be more concerned about
facilities than you, but you need to know what things you
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expect at the camp. What is the security like, what medical
facilities are there, what are the qualifications of the camp
supervisors, what type of sleeping arrangements are there,
can the camp cater to special needs if required. What type
of accommodation is provided i.e. cabins, tents etc?
Some camps are operated by religious bodies, so if this
is important to you make sure you are able to practice
your religion whilst at camp.
Size: Camps vary in size from tens of people to over
500. Do you want to be part of a large camp or prefer a
smaller camp environment? Even the largest camps
tend to split children into smaller groups so you still
get the individual support you would receive at a
smaller camp.
Cost: Of course cost can be a major issue especially if
you want to attend several camps or you have
brothers and sisters who also need to attend camp.
This can mean that your parents are spending a lot of
money so you need to be aware of this and not be too
selfish in your needs, after all there will still be next year to
try something different.
You also need to be aware of what is included in the cost
such as equipment, trips, transport as these items can add
considerably to the overall cost if not included.
Costs vary greatly from camp to camp from around $200
for a day camp to several thousand dollars for a month long
camp. Fortunately there are lots to choose from so
hopefully you will find one in your parents budget.
Duration: Camps can last anything from a few hours to
several weeks. You and your parents need to be sure that
you are prepared to be away from home for the length of
your trip. Some children love being away from home and
enjoy the freedom, but others may get very homesick and
want to go back home after a day or two.
Check to see if there is an option available to cut the
duration short if you find you want to go home early. Is there
a refund policy in this case?
Activities: This is the most important decision as far as
the children are concerned because it is what you will be
doing whilst away at camp. Some camps specialize in
certain areas such as horse riding, mountain climbing,
sports, crafts etc, whilst others offer a wide variety of
activities.
Do you want to take part in team sports or more singular
activities such as tennis? Do you want the whole camp to
revolve around water sports or would you prefer something
more sedate such as craft activities or performing arts? Do
you need to learn a particular skill from scratch or are you
more advanced? Check the skill levels of each camp to
make sure it meets your skill needs.
One for the parents - check it out first:
Once you choose a camp make sure it is everything you
expect it to be.
Can you get references from people who have used it
before?
How long has it been in operation?
What are the goals of the camp?
How many staff are on duty to how many children?
What are the qualifications of the staff?
What staff training is provided?
What is the food like?
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15
 Money

Should you contribute

to your RRSP,
your TFSA or both?

As Canadians recover from their holiday spending sprees they have to open their overused cheque book one more
time to contribute to their retirement fund. The February 28th Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) deadline is fast
approaching, and contribution decisions need to be made. There once was a time when contributing to your RRSP was a
no-brainer, but with the advent of the Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) the RRSP contribution decision got a little
complicated.
The introduction of the TFSA represents the most important change to the way Canadians save money since RRSPs
were launched in the late ‘50s. The big question on many people’s minds is whether they should contribute to a TFSA,
the tried-and tested RRSP, or possibly even both? Before shedding some light on their question, let’s first get a firm grasp
on some of the innate differences and similarities. First and foremost, both RRSPs and TFSAs provide investors with the
opportunity of tax-sheltered compound growth for investments held inside each plan. Unlike an RRSP, contributions to a
TFSA are not tax deductible, but amounts can be withdrawn tax free at any time and withdrawn amounts are added back
into your TFSA contribution room the following year.

Comparing the TFSA to the RRSP

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Contributions are fully tax-deductible Contributions are not tax-deductible

Contributions can be made until the end of the Contributions can be made at any time with no
year in which you turn 71 years of age age limit (for those 18 years of age and over)

Withdrawals are taxed at your marginal tax rate Withdrawals are 100% tax-free

1% monthly penalty for over contributions 1% monthly penalty for over contributions

Withdrawals could affect eligibility for income- Withdrawals will not affect eligibility for income-
tested government benefits and credits tested government benefits and credits

Unused contribution room is carried Unused contribution room is carried

forward indefinitely forward indefinitely

Withdrawals cannot be returned to the RRSP Withdrawals will be added to contribution room
without using contribution room* in the following year

*except for repayments of withdrawals under the home buyersʼ plan or the lifelong learning plan
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 Now that we’ve established their
unique characteristics, let’s get back
to our original question: Which is
best? On a very basic level, looking
at your pre-retirement and
expected post-retirement marginal
tax rates can provide you with an
idea how to best allocate your
investments. If you expect to be
in a lower tax bracket during
retirement, contributing to an
RRSP is generally more
beneficial. However, if in
retirement you anticipate being
in a tax bracket that is equal or
higher than your pre-retirement tax
rate, the TFSA may be more tax-
efficient.
Although it’s tempting to settle on a simple
rule-of-thumb, the decision on whether you
should use a TFSA or RRSP is not that simple – your
advisor needs to work with you to consider the entire
spectrum of financial strategies at your disposal that could
ultimately impact your approach. Even if you anticipate
having a lower marginal tax rate in retirement, maximizing
your RRSP contributions may not always be the most tax-
efficient long-term strategy. Since RRSP withdrawals
(directly or through your Registered Retirement Income
Fund (RRIF) or an annuity) increase your taxable income,
those withdrawals may affect certain government income-
tested benefits and credits such as the Old Age Security
benefit and the Age Credit.
On the other hand, if your expected marginal tax rate in
retirement is equal or higher than during your accumulation
years, contributing to your TFSA may not be the best
approach either. For example, RRSPs that are converted to
a RRIF or an annuity
after age 65 can
produce income that is
eligible for the pension
income tax credit, and
thus qualifies for
pension
income
splitting with your
spouse. Other income
splitting strategies such as the use of
spousal RRSPs could effectively distribute a portion of
your taxable income to a spouse with a lower marginal tax
rate in retirement, further reducing your tax bill and
reducing the claw-back effect on your income tested
benefits and credits.
So where does this leave us? Generally speaking, a
TFSA may be better suited for shorter-term goals, such as
an emergency fund or saving for a major purchase, since
there is no tax on withdrawals and these plan withdrawals
are added back into your TFSA contribution room the
following year. However, for long-term objectives, RRSPs
are generally the vehicle of choice since there are strong
incentives to keep your money invested, such as taxes and
lost contribution room on the withdrawals from an RRSP.
The TFSA can also be a powerful retirement savings tool.
However, due to the ease with which TFSA savings can be
accessed (no taxes on withdrawals or loss of contribution
room) only a disciplined investor who can resist the
temptation to dip into their savings prior to retirement will
fully benefit from its potential as a source of retirement
income.
Remember, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. In fact,
there is a multitude of variables that must be taken into
consideration. In many cases, the TFSA should be used as
a complementary
product, along with your RRSPs, as they both have
their own advantages. Your personal savings
strategy needs to take into account your unique
circumstances as well as your short and long-
term objectives. To discover which approach is
best for you, contact me.
Andrew Filice, CFP
1-800-561-0659
andrew.filice@investorsgroup.com
Click here to see more information about
Investors Group
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 Motoring

Test Drive:
Dodge Minivans

By Mark Atkinson
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 Uncool or not, minivans are still big business in Canada,
despite a general decrease in demand over the last
decade. Chrysler Canada is the class’ 800-lb gorilla
capturing over 70 per cent of sales regularly with its Dodge
Grand Caravan – and 75 percent when you add in the
upscale-but-small-volume Chrysler Town & Country. Some
is courtesy of picking up stragglers abandoned by
manufacturers – Ford, General Motors and Hyundai – who
no longer play in this league. The other reason was value –
Chrysler simply prices itself lower than its competitors are
willing to accept. Voila: instant volume.
Never mind that the minivans were loud and slow with
interior plastics so sharp you’d lose a digit if run the wrong
way over an exposed injection moulding. It was the largest
ride for the least money: who cares about quality, right?
Plenty. Chrysler interiors have never been stellar – clever,
yes, but not class-leading. But finally, with the help of
development money funnelled in through new corporate-
parent Fiat, nearly the whole Dodge and Chrysler fleet will
receive significant upgrades to make them not only more
attractive, but even better values too.
The revised 2011 Grand Caravan (GC) and Town &
Country (T&C) are perhaps the most significant to Canada,
especially with all-new versions of the Honda Odyssey and
Toyota Sienna in dealers now.
The changes to the ChryCo twins are significant, even
though the basic box remains the same. That means no
changes in overall size or carrying capacity. However, both
get freshened sheet-metal to reflect their brands’ styling
themes. The GC gets Dodge’s new crosshair grille, along
with a sportier front fascia, while the rear gets a larger
body-colour spoiler, a re-shaped tailgate with different trim,
and slick LED taillights. T&C goes a little farther with a new
sculpted hood, an attractive chrome and satin-finish grille,
projector-style headlights, and foglights integrated with a
wide chrome strip along the front fascia. The Chrysler’s rear
is nearly as dramatic, with an aluminum scuff plate on the
bumper, a similarly redone tailgate, and LED lights. Both
offer unique 16- and 17-inch wheels, depending on trim,
but all come with roof racks whose cross-members fold
away into the rails themselves, just like the Subaru
Outback.
However, the biggest changes come inside. The
overreaching effort was to remove any chance of
complaints about Chrysler interiors, and the designers and
engineers have absolutely pulled it off. The dashboards are
now one-piece units (vs. seven before) that cut down on
the creaking and cracking that comes with age. It utilizes
soft-touch plastics on the console, door panels, steering
wheel, gearshift... The fit and finish is arguably better than
the Japanese competition. It’s easier to use too, with a new
tilt-and-telescoping steering column, a revised shift pattern,
and new Super Stow ‘n Go seating that allows the second-
row seats to be flipped and folded with one hand. The
third-row retains the current system, which is still intuitive
and quick to operate.
Customers will also appreciate new convenience
options, including a huge centre console that houses extra
12V plugs, more cupholders, and an extendable storage
compartment that slides partway into the second-row with
Audi-like slickness.
Under the hood, Chrysler ditched its ancient trio of 3.3,
3.8, and 4.0-litre engines for one single powerplant. The
brand-new 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 is a real gem, using
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 variable-valve timing and other tricks to deliver a best-in-
class 283 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, which is up to 108
horses more than before. Joining in the party is a new six-
speed automatic transmission, which helps to increase fuel
efficiency too. Both GC and T&C register 12.3/7.9 L/100 km
(city/hwy), and use regular gas.
Another key change is the way the vans handle. Gone
are the floaty, unresponsive minivans we remember thanks
to a complete overhaul of the suspension, including
retuned – and larger in the rear – shocks, a 12-mm lower
ride height, and new Michelin tires.
These changes make challenging, narrow, twisty roads
not the palm-moistening ride it could be. Both control their
bulk very well, and the steering delivers real feel and
adjustable weight thanks to a new electric power steering
pump. The brakes are more than adequate in extreme
situation, and standard ABS, traction control and stability
control are there to help if needed.
Other safety features include a plethora of airbags –
including a knee-bag for the driver – and active front head
restraints. Options include blind-spot monitoring, rear
cross-path detection, which is great in busy parking lots,
rear parking sensors, and a rear-mounted back-up camera.
Amazingly, Chrysler promises to keep its aggressive
pricing despite the extra content – the base MSRP on the
GC SE Canada Value Package only rises by $550 to
$22,995 despite officials claiming over $2,500 worth of
added stuff. Moving up through the SXT Stow ‘n Go
($25,995), the Crew ($28,995) and range-topping Crew Plus
($36,995) follows the same pattern, as do the Touring
($34,995), Touring-L ($36,995) and Limited ($40,995) grades
for the T&C.
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Standard equipment is generous, including dual-zone
climate control, steering-wheel mounted audio controls,
power windows/locks/mirrors, and cruise control, while
options range from simple things like tinted rear glass and
power rear windows, to more luxurious power-folding rear
seats, Bluetooth hands-free, leather upholstery, auto-
dimming mirrors, HID headlamps, and a Garmin-based
navigation unit.
As for the Japanese competition, Chrysler claims that
comparable Honda or Toyota minivans would be $6K-$7K
more expensive and still would not offer the same level of
driver involvement, fuel economy and power. Given that a
base Sienna V6 starts at $28,900, and an entry-level
Odyssey LX at $29,990, the figures appear accurate. And
with the improvements made to the Dodge and Chrysler
models, there’s now no need to spend that sort of extra
cash.
Until we can drive them all back-to-back, we’ll reserve
final judgement, but at first blush, Chrysler’s come out
swinging with a product offensive that makes sense. Those
in the market for a big family hauler now can’t just dismiss
the Grand Caravan and Town & Country as the bargain-
basement offerings – they can’t be dismissed so simply
anymore.
Mark Atkinson has nearly 10 years experience as an
automobile journalist working for publications like Inside
Track Motorsport News, Carguide, World of Wheels,
Canadian Auto World, the Hamilton Spectator Wheels
section, Metro Carguide, Suburban Life and West of the
City. Besides writing for Muchmor Magazine, Mark also has
his own blog, www.drivingguy.com, and appears in a
number of other print and online publications.
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 Meet the
Mayor of
Mississauga,
ON: Hazel
McCallion
people

By Jane Toombes

Hazel McCallion is probably one of the best known Mayors in Canada as she is also one of the
longest serving and oldest. She has been Mayor of Mississauga, Ontario since 1978 and is
known affectionately as “Hurricane Hazel.” She was re-elected in October 2010 at the age of 89
and says that this will be her last term – but we will wait and see if this turns out to be true. Who
knows, perhaps she will be celebrating her 100th birthday as Mississauga Mayor!
Originally from Quebec she moved to Toronto in 1942 where she met and married her husband
Sam who sadly died in 1997. The couple have three children.
She began her political career in Streetsville, Ontario. She began as chair of the Planning
Board in the late 1960’s and then became deputy reeve and then reeve. In 1970 she became
Mayor of Streetsville and when Mississauga was established in 1974, Streetsville was merged
with it. She was elected Mayor of Mississauga in 1978 and the rest, as they say, is history.
Mayor McCallion was one of the first Mayors to commit to pay-as-you-go philosophy which
has meant the city has not had to borrow money since 1978 and is currently debt-free.
In 2005 Mayor McCallion was appointed Member of the Order of Canada and received her
Insignia of Member of the Order of Canada at a ceremony held at Rideau Hall on November 18,
2005.!This is the highlight of many awards and accolades she has received over the years.
We hope that you will get to know Mayor McCallion a little better with our Q&A sections which
she kindly agreed to take part in.

Q: What was the first car you ever owned?

A: A! Ford

Q: If you could own any vehicle what would it be and why?

A: A Bentley because of the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Q: What is one thing people would be surprised to find about about you?
A: That I do my own grocery shopping, cleaning and cooking.

Q: If you could change anything about yourself what would it be?

A: I wish I were younger as there are still so many things I would like to do.

Q: What do you most value in other people?

A: Loyalty

Q: Mac or PC?
A: Mac, I use an iPad.
Q: Where has been your most memorable travel A: Receiving the Order of Canada in 2005.!I haven’t had a
destination and why? worst as I consider everything that I experience, positive or
A: Probably Dubai.!I spent the day riding a camel in the negative, as an opportunity for growth.
desert.
Q: If you could have any job in the world, what would it
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world where would be and why?
it be and why? A: A gardener.
A: China. The people there are so friendly and their growth
is so impressive. Q: If you knew the world was going to end tomorrow,
what would you do today?
Q: What is your favorite movie? A: Spend it with my family.
A: I don’t go to movies.
Q: If you had to choose a last meal, what would it be?
Q: What was the last book you read, or are currently A: Rainbow Trout.
reading?
A: I read “Starting Your Day Right” by Joyce Meyer Q: If you could choose one of your personality traits to
everyday.! It has an inspiring quote for each day of the year pass on to your children, what would it be?
and keeps me motivated. A: My work ethic and enjoying being with people.

Q: What sports do you support and/or play? Q: If you had to evacuate you home immediately, what
A: I support the value and benefits of all sports but there one item, other than family members & photos would
has always been a special place in my heart for hockey as I you make sure you took with you?
used to play professionally when I was a young woman. A: My dog Missy.

Q: What hobbies do you do to relax? Q: If you could give a newcomer one piece of advice,
A: I love to garden. what would it be?
A: Work hard and never give up and be confident in your
Q: What has been your best moment since becoming ability to accomplish things.
Mayor? And your worst?

Order of Canada
Citation for Mayor

Courtesy of City of Mississauga

Hazel McCallion
Mississauga, Ontario

Member of the Order of Canada

Awarded on June 29, 2005; Invested on

November 18, 2005

Hazel McCallion's commitment and

dedication to the people of Mississauga
have made her one of Canada's best
known and longest serving mayors. She Mayor McCallion with Governor General Michaelle Jean
has taken on leadership roles within many
municipal government organizations, such
as the Greater Toronto Area Mayors' Committee. Resolute in her commitment to improving the quality of life of her
fellow citizens, she has also served as chair of the World Health Organization symposia on healthy cities. In addition,
her annual charity golf tournament has helped to raise funds for a myriad of local, provincial and national organizations.

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 An interview with Toronto
singer/songwriter
Moonlyn
" Interview by Jane Toombes
Back in early 2009 we spoke to Moonlyn, an independent singer/songwriter from
Toronto who was in the process of writing her second album. We caught up with
her to find out what she had been doing since we last spoke and what she has
planned for the future. We asked her a number of questions and I think you will
agree she is a very interesting person.

When we last spoke in early 2009, you were working on your second
album. Now that it has been released what can you tell us about it?

My latest album titled

“Blondes Prefer Gentlemen”
was released in July of 2010.
I wrote and produced all the
songs myself except for the
one cover song “I Wanna Be
Loved By You” first made
famous by Betty Boop and
later Marilyn Monroe.
Marilyn Monroe was a bit
of a theme behind
this album. The
title itself is a
play on one
of her
famous
films
“Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”. And of course the image of
me on the cover of my new album was very inspired by the
famous shot of Marilyn in her white dress, but instead I
chose magenta for my dress – my favourite colour. I
actually first released my cover of “I Wanna Be Loved By
You” on Myspace on August 5th, the 48th anniversary of
her death. I’m very proud and excited about my new
material. I’ve had only amazing feedback about it so far and
I’m still in the process of promoting it.

What else have you been doing since we last spoke?

I’ve been super busy dealing with lawyers and contracts and
possible management deals. Also a couple of months after
the release of my second album I released a music video to
support one of my new songs. I produced and wrote the
video myself. I also did most of the behind the scenes
work for the video such as designing & building the sets
and putting together my wardrobe. It was a lot of work
and a very stressful experience. I had to go through many
animators and editors to find the right ones to collaborate
with. In the end I’m very satisfied with the results.

Are you planning a third album?

I still have hundreds of songs in my soul that have yet

to be recorded & produced… so most definitely.

Who would you describe as your musical

influences and why?

Well since my first love of music is in Classical and

Opera, I would have to say the core of my music is
influenced by Mozart and Puccini. Any other influences
would have to be subconscious because I don’t
purposely try to sound like anyone or be like anyone else.

What do you consider are the best and worst

things about the music industry?!

The music industry on the whole is very volatile. I’m

not sure whether I love it or hate it. The internet has been
the main cause for the drastic changes we’ve seen over
the years in this industry and can be the best and the
worst thing for an indie artist such as myself. I do know
that I love making music, it is the fuel of my soul.

What is your favorite song of all time?

Madama Butterfly by Puccini

Who would you choose to collaborate writing a song
with if you could chose anyone?
That’s a tough one. I love many artists and all sorts of
genres of music. I might want to work with a style that’s
very different than my own, so that there is a cool and
unique merging of worlds like with Eminem. Or, I might
want to collaborate with someone who I admire like
Madonna. I think it might be fun to work with Marilyn
Manson or even the Beastie Boys to create a bizarre
concoction. But hands down, it would’ve been awesome
to meld musical minds with John Lennon.
It is clear that music means everything to you, but if
you weren't a musician what would you be?
Dead!
I watched the video that accompanies your song
“X’d My Mind.” How long did it take to make?
It took about 6 months from the start of the idea to
when it was up and playing on YouTube. It took me about
a month and a half months to prepare the sets and collect
all the wardrobe and props, some of which I made myself. I
also kept running into bad luck with some incompetent
animators and editors, who wasted a couple of months of
my time as well. The actual shooting took only 4 days and
when the work actually began for the editing that only took
one and a half weeks. The animation took about 2 weeks.
The rest of the time was just other people screwing me
around.
What song or artist would someone be surprised to
find on your MP3 player?
I just quickly looked through my digital library of songs
and couldn’t help but laugh. There are many songs and
artists that I am very sure that everyone would be shocked
about. I have everything from the expected electronica,
alternative, gothic and punk rock, to the unexpected
classical, country, hip hop, jazz and folk. Tibetan
Buddhism Ritual Orchestra & Chants - that’s the one I’m
picking to be the least expected in my collection.
Lets move away from music for a moment and talk
about you. What one word would you use to describe
yourself?
Enigma

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 What is the one thing that people would be most
surprised to find out about you?
Haha there are many things about me that I’m sure
would surprise people. I was an honour student for all my
high school years. I was accepted into every University I
applied for but turned them all down and decided to focus
on the arts. Music was something I never studied in
school; everything I learned was self-taught. I am a loner
and don’t have many friends, but I prefer it that way I love
being by myself.
What is the worst job you have had?
I guess every job has had their good and bad moments.
I usually tended towards fields that I enjoyed, so there was
always something that I liked, especially whatever I
learned. When I was a teenager I worked in a kitchen
preparing Tex/Mex cuisine, it was non-stop work and hot
and dirty and the sous chef yelled at me all the time. He
even threw a knife at me once because I refused to handle
any meat. However, I did learn a lot of great things about
cooking and now make one of the best vegan Caesar
dressings ever.
Are you a Mac or PC?
I wrote & produced my songs on a PC but mixed and
mastered them on a Mac.
If your home was on fire, what one item (excluding
family, pets and photos) would you grab as you left?
My external hard drives which contain all my music and
video files.... and writings and poetry and song ideas... my
soul basically.
What was the name of the last book you read or are
currently reading?
I finished “Conversations with the Devil” by Jeff Rovin a
couple months ago. It was a good read for fiction. I am
currently reading “A War of Witches” By Timothy J.Knab,
which is actually non-fictional writings on the research and
travels of the author.
If you could change one thing about yourself what
would it be?
Right now, it would be my location. I want to live in L.A.
The music industry there is better suited for me. Toronto's
music scene is too conservative.
What are your plans for 2011 and going forward?
This year I plan on orchestrating a great live act and
doing some live shows. I will also devote some effort into
moving to L.A.
That sounds really interesting. Where are you planning
on doing your shows?
I haven’t really thought all that through as yet since I do
wish to move to L.A. but as I am still in Toronto at the
moment, I guess I would have some shows here and
maybe some neighboring cities.
And finally, if you had to be remembered for one
thing. What would it be?
My words
Thank you Moonlyn, we really appreciate
your candid answers and wish you lots of
luck with your current album and future
plans.
Thank you so much for your interest in me
and for taking the time to interview me.
Moonlyn has her own website at
www.moonlyn.com, or you can check her
out at:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
moonlynmusic
MySpace: www.myspace.com/
moonlynmusic
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moonlynmusic
Meet the Mayor of
Peterborough ON:
Daryl Bennett
By Jane Toombes

Daryl Bennett (62) is the new Mayor of Peterborough,

Ontario. He was born in Peterborough and graduated
from Peterborough Collegiate and Vocational School
and is currently a principal in The Liftlock Group of
Companies which he founded in 1974. He comes from
a political background as his father was a city councillor
in the 1970’s.
Mayor Bennet is a big advocate of voluntary work
having volunteered himself for causes such as the
Market Hall Fund Raising Committee, campaigning for
a new hospital and the flood relief efforts of 2004. He
also served on the board of governors at Trent
University between 2000 and 2004.
He was honored by the Peterborough Chamber of

Commerce and named Citizen of the Year in 2004.

In the municipal elections in October 2010, Bennett was
elected Mayor receiving 58.46% of the votes against
incumbent Paul Ayotte and was sworn in on December
1st.
We wanted to get a quick insight into the real man
behind the politics, so asked him a series of light-hearted
questions which we hope will allow you to know him a
little better.

Q: What was the first car you ever owned?

A: 1968 Dodge Charger

Q: If you could own any vehicle what would it be and

why?
A: A Bentley because they are well built

Q: What is one thing people would be surprised to

find about about you?
A: I’m a true Gemini as I have a twin sister

Q: If you could change anything about yourself what

would it be?
A: My age

Q: What do you most value in other people?

A: Loyalty

Q: Mac or PC?
A: PC

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 Q: Where has been your most memorable travel
destination and why?
A: East Coast Canada, it’s like going back to our routes
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world where would
it be and why?
A: I can and I do - Peterborough, the best place in the
world!
Q: What was the last book you read, or are currently
reading?
A: Switch
Q: What sports do you support and/or play?
A: Long walks
Q: If you had to choose a last meal, what would it be?
A: Italian
Q: If you could choose one of your personality traits to
pass on to your children, what would it be?
A: I have, strong work ethic
Q: If you had to evacuate you home immediately, what
one item, other than family members & photos would
you make sure you took with you?
A: Credit card
Q: If you could give a newcomer one piece of advice,
what would it be? !
A: Pay attention and keep learning all your life

Q: What pastime do you do to relax?

A: Work

Q: If you could have any job in the world, what would it

be and why?
A: Politics: to make a difference

Q: If you knew the world was going to end tomorrow,

what would you do today?
A: I live every day like it is my last

Meet the Mayor

of Halifax, NS
Peter Kelly
By Jane Toombes

Peter Kelly has been Mayor of Halifax, Nova Scotia for

ten years and before that he was a Councillor and Mayor of
the Town of Bedford, NS. He has been in politics for 25
years.
He was born in Halifax 54 years ago and is the fourth of
nine children.
Mayor Kelly has received numerous awards for his
service and contributions to the community, including the
Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of the
Confederation of Canada, the Gold Scroll of Recognition
from the Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities, the
Outstanding Leadership Award from the Metro Food Bank,
the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal and the Aliant Telecom
Pioneers Partner Excellence Award.
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 He was the founder of of the Atlantic Mayors’ Congress
(AMC) in 2001 and has served as its chair since that date.
The AMC allows the Atlantic municipalities to explore
common ground and form partnerships where appropriate.
Mayor Kelly is an active participant in the Federation of
Canadian Municipalities’ Big City Mayors’ Caucus (BCMC)
and is involved with several of the Caucus’s working
groups, including Transit, Revenue Sharing, and
Immigration.
So now lets put politics aside and find out about the
man behind the Mayoral chain.
Q: What was the first car you ever owned?
A: A blue Ford Pinto
Q: If you could own any vehicle what would it be and
why?
A: A fire-engine red BMW Z4 convertible, because it’s such
a beautiful car.
Q: What has been your most embarrassing moment
and why?
A: It was when I was a student living in residence at
university. One morning, I went into the men’s washroom
and came across a woman, taking a shower.
Q: What is one thing people would be surprised to find
about about you?
A: That I like to prepare and cook food. Actually, I’m not a
bad cook.
Q: If you could change anything about yourself what
would it be?
A: I’d like to be more outgoing because I’m still rather a shy
person.
Q: What do you most value in other people?
A: Respect and honesty.
Q: Mac or PC?
A: Mac but I can only afford a PC.
Q: Where has been your most memorable travel
destination and why?
A: A family vacation to Orlando, Florida. It was wonderful to
see Disney World through the eyes of my two sons, both of
whom were quite young at the time.
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world where would
it be and why?
A: There’s no place I’d rather live than right here. Seriously!
Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: The Star Wars Trilogy.
Q: What was the last book you read, or are currently
reading?
A: “Margin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and
Time Reserves to Overloaded Lives” by author Richard A.
Swenson.
Q: What sports do you support and/or play?
A: Hockey and soccer.
Q: What pastime do you do to relax?
A: Reading and cooking.
Q: What has been your best moment since becoming
Mayor? And your worst?
A: My best and worst moments both involved Harbour
Solutions, the largest capital project in our history. Harbour
Solutions was a $333-million clean-up of Halifax Harbour
involving miles of new underground pipes and three state-
of-the-art wastewater treatment plants, the largest of which
is in Halifax. My best moment was in February, 2008. That’s
when the Halifax plant became operational and continued
to operate flawlessly until the following winter. Then came
my worst moment. In January, 2009, an extended local
power failure damaged the equipment so severely it was
not until May, 2010, that we could bring the plant back on
stream. I’m happy to say that everything is now working
fully and Halifax Harbour is the cleanest it has been in more
than 260 years.
Q: If you could have any job in the world, what would it
be and why?
A: I already have it!
Q: If you knew the world was going to end tomorrow,
what would you do today?
A: I would make peace with myself, my family and my
Maker.
Q: If you had to choose a last meal, what would it be?
A: An old-fashioned turkey dinner.
Q: If you could choose one of your personality traits to
pass on to your children, what would it be?
A: Compassion.
Q: If you had to evacuate you home immediately, what
one item, other than family members & photos would
you make sure you took with you?
A: The various Christmas ornaments that my mother gave
me over the years. They have great sentimental value.
Q: If you could give a newcomer one piece of advice,
what would it be?
A: Enjoy life and get involved in the community.
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 A day in the life of a Realtor
Astrid attaching her For Sale sign to a tree outside her listing
Interview by Jane Toombes
I recently had the pleasure of spending a few hours with
Realtor® Astrid Hood who works out of the Remax Eastern
Realty Inc office in Campbellford, Ontario. I was planning
on meeting up with her for the full day but she suggested
that as she was only going to be working on her computer
in the morning I would be better to meet her at lunchtime,
which I did.
She explained that a lot of her working day is spent on
the computer updating property details, researching new
listings and general real estate business. She felt I would
find it boring just watching her do that and so had
arranged that I accompany her on a new listing visit.
So, I arrived at the Remax office at 12 noon and spent
half an hour or so chatting with Astrid about various
aspects of the realty industry before we set off to the
house she was going to list.
I took the opportunity to ask her a few questions about
herself and her work and how she got into real estate.
“I have been a Realtor for four years,” explains Astrid, “I
was named Top Sales Representative in our office in 2010
and have been in the top 20 sales team for the entire
company.”
So what did she do before embarking on a real estate
career?
“I have a degree in landscape architecture and was self
employed in this field for many years. My husband and I
used to live west of Toronto, but when we moved to the
Campbellford area I decided to change my career.”
By now it was time to visit the property Astrid was going
to list which was located just a few minutes from
Campbellford. It was a corner lot surrounded by trees
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which although deep in snow and bare of leaves when we
visited would actually give the property lots of privacy
during the summer months.
We were greeted at the door by the property owner, a
retired lady who having lost her husband some years
before was looking to downsize. She explained that she
had spoken to other Realtors® but that she had decided to
list with Astrid as she felt her valuation was more realistic
than others she had received and she felt she could trust
her more.
Astrid and the seller agreed on a listing price, now it was
time for the paperwork. As with all legal things there was
quite a lot of paperwork and lots of questions to ask.
Fortunately the seller was very organized and was able to
produce her property details, such as title, plans, property
taxes etc that Astrid required. Most of the questions were
easily answered but a few were confusing but Astrid soon
explained them and they were then answered. She also
explained all the legal jargon that was included so that the
seller had a clear understanding of what she was agreeing
to.
Then it was time to go round the house measuring room
sizes and taking photos. Most of the upstairs rooms were
empty as the seller mainly lived in the basement. This
made it easy to measure, but is apparently not so good for
photos as buyers like to be able to see how furniture fits in
to a room. A good case for staging I say.
All in all we were at the sellers property for a couple of
hours finishing up with external photos. This bit wasn’t so
nice as it was very cold with lots of snow on the ground.
Astrid finished the visit by nailing her For Sale sign to a tree
at the front of the property.
On the way back to the office Astrid explained that she
would now hand the details and photos over to the office
administrator who would enter the information onto the
Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Once there it would be there
for other Realtors to see as well as the general public.
Once back at the office, I set about asking some more
questions.
How many properties do you list per year on average?
“That varies, but during 2010 I probably listed around 25
properties in total. Of those about 15 sold and the
remainder are still for sale.”
What is you highest selling property?
“Last year I sold a commercial property consisting of 15
cottages on Pigeon Lake. It sold for $1.3 million.”
What would you say to someone who thought that
Realtors were not worth the money?
“I would say that they need to look at exactly what a
Realtor can offer. We offer a full-service which includes
everything from our expert knowledge of the business, the
value of properties, advertising services, MLS listing,
personal service, confidentiality and of course we are all
covered by a strict Code of Ethics. These are not things
that the general public and sale by owner websites can
offer.”
What would you say is the biggest mistake buyers and
sellers make?
“For sellers it is definitely overestimating the value of
their home. Often people sell with their hearts and think
just because they have put ‘x’ number of dollars into the
property they should get that much, plus more back, but it
doesn’t always work like that. They also tend to get
offended by low offers, but I have to explain that there is
always room for negotiation and that an initial offer is only
the starting point.
“For buyers the biggest mistake is not getting pre-
approved by a mortgage lender. This can lead to people
thinking they can afford more than they actually can. Also,
a lot of buyers set their sights on a ‘champagne’ property
but only have a ‘beer’ budget. They have unrealistic
expectations of what they can get for their money.”
What are the best and worst aspect of your job?
“The best is definitely helping people fulfill their dreams.
It is very satisfying when you have a happy buyer or seller.
One of the best things is when you get a thank you note
from someone who appreciates what you have done for
them and they are happy.
“The worst is obviously when things go wrong.
Unfortunately not all transactions go to plan and it is very
upsetting not just for the client but for myself as well.
Sometimes a property will not sell as the client has insisted
it be listed at a higher price than I recommend. Then they
get angry and blame me for its failure to sell. That can be
upsetting when I know I have done nothing wrong, and can
see exactly where the problems lie but the client cannot.”
If you weren't a Realtor, what would you be?
“I would love to invest in properties and flip them. Or
perhaps be a mortgage advisor. If I were to retire from
being a Realtor, I think I would spend more time in the
garden and get back to my original career choice designing
landscapes, but!as a hobby.”
If your house were on fire, what items would you
rescue before leaving, excluding family, pets and
photos?
“If it was winter, my coat and boots, then my handbag.”
What are your hobbies and pastimes?
“I love yoga and also spend a lot of time in my hot tub.
My husband and I also like to go camping, so when we
have free time we can often be found by a lake or in the
back country.
“I also love to play piano and I play at Warkworth
Nursing Home once a month for the people there. I also
play for the local church when the regular player is
unavailable.’
If you could change one thing about yourself what
would it be?
“I would be more extrovert.”
After I had finished barraging Astrid with questions and
she had taken a couple of phone calls it was time for me to
leave. I really enjoyed my time with her and found the
property visit very interesting.
I would love to be able to spend another day with her,
perhaps when the weather is warmer and we can visit
some of her lakeside listings. Not sure if this is for the
benefit of Muchmor or me, but let’s pencil something in for
May....
If you have any
questions about
locating properties in
Ontario please feel free
to contact our realty
expert Astrid Hood of
Remax Eastern Realty
Inc., Brokerage at
astridhood@remax.net
or by toll free at
1-800-567-4546 or visit
her website at
www.astridhood.com
 Study shows immigrants One in three Brits wants
more likely to get to leave the UK
degrees The United Kingdom is one of the most
A recent study by Statistics Canada found
that children who arrive in Canada prior to their
teens were far more likely to achieve university
degrees than their Canadian-born
counterparts.
immigration
The study defined immigrant children as
those born abroad and landed as immigrants in
Canada at the age of 12 or younger. The data
was sourced from six of the past censuses
between 1971 and 2006.
Of the male immigrants who arrived in the
1980’s nearly 32% held university degrees by
the time they were 35. This compares to
Canadian-born males of which only 20% had
degrees.
The number of women attaining degrees was
similar but the share of those with degrees
increased faster than men.
New mentorship
program for newcomers
to Vancouver
A pilot project has been launched in
Vancouver, BC to help skilled newcomers
become more familiar with how Canadian
business works.
The Newcomer’s Mentorship Program is
designed to help newcomers find employment
in professions such as finance, technology and
engineering. By connecting professional city
employees with newcomers they can mentor
that person allowing them to gain practical
experience and knowledge.
“The lack of Canadian work experience and
understanding of!the local employment culture
are often cited as the main hurdles for skilled
immigrants to get jobs for which they are well
qualified,” said Mayor Gregor Robertson.
“The mentoring program is a practical and
cost-effective tool that uses the power of
professional networking to optimize the skills
and talent of newcomers. The City is proud to
provide a leadership role and contribute
positively to the development of a successful
model for other municipalities to follow.”
It is hoped that this program will not only
benefit newcomers, but will also allow city
employees to gain valuable cultural
knowledge.
desired locations for people to migrate to, but it
seems that for many Brits it is the last place
they want to be.
A recent study found that one in three Brits
would leave the country permanently if they
could. This is the highest number in the whole
of the European Union.
Those most likely to want to leave the
country are young Britons with secondary or
higher education (33%). Of those with a degree
36% said they would leave if they could.
So where would they go? Well Australia tops
the list of desired locations with Spain, United
States and Canada not far behind.
Immigration fraud being
investigated
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism
Minister Jason Kenney offered his appreciation
to the Toronto West (Milton) detachment of the
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for
their ongoing efforts to investigate citizenship
and immigration fraud.
“On January 6, 2011, an investigation by the
Immigration and Passport and Commercial
Crime sections of the!RCMP resulted in
criminal charges against three individuals who
created the appearance that hundreds of
individuals living overseas had met the
residence obligation required to retain
permanent resident status or to obtain
Canadian citizenship.
“Residence fraud in the immigration and
citizenship programs is a matter of increasing
concern. In this investigation alone, 260 files
were implicated and five people have obtained
Canadian citizenship. Consequences for
citizenship fraud may include criminal
prosecution, revocation of citizenship and
removal from Canada.
“I am greatly concerned with this situation.
This is why I have tabled amendments to
the!Citizenship Act to strengthen the penalties
for both applicants and third parties who assist
them in completing a fraudulent application.
The proposed new penalty for fraud would be a
fine of up to a maximum of $100,000 or five
years in prison or both.”
 Onaping Falls
Sliding Hill
Life in the City of Greater Sudbury
The City of Greater Sudbury is an urban jewel nestled
amidst the natural beauty of lakes and forests in the heart
of Northeastern Ontario. Offering a unique mix of urban
amenities and natural surroundings, Greater Sudbury is a
thriving landscape that covers an area of 3,627 square
kilometres. With 330 freshwater lakes and hundreds of
kilometres of trails, Greater Sudbury’s 158,000 plus
residents enjoy an abundance of recreational activities, a
rich colourful heritage, several business sectors, and
excellent educational opportunities. Imagine a lifestyle with
work-life balance, with a ten minute commute to work and
a short distance to your weekend escape.
Considered by many as the Regional Centre of
Northeastern Ontario, Sudbury’s early roots can be traced
back to 1883 and the development of the transnational
railway. Its vast mineral resources have resulted in
unparalleled growth.
Today, Greater Sudbury is a diversified regional centre
for mining, technology, education, government and health
services with great connections to neighbouring
communities and beyond. Greater Sudbury prides itself on
a strong network of industrial, commercial, financial and
government support services. The city is located 390 km
north of Toronto and 483 km west of Ottawa, where the
Trans Canada Highway 17 and Highway 69 converge.
Greater Sudbury is a city for the creative, curious and
adventuresome! Our city features four seasons and with
the changing weather conditions, Sudburians enjoy a vast
array of festivals, events and recreational activities that vary
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as the seasons do. Enjoy the outdoors in the winter on the
Ramsey Lake Skating Path or one of several downhill and
cross country skiing facilities.
Our city boasts many shopping malls, plazas and
restaurants to suit every appetite. A host to tourist
destinations like Science North and Dynamic Earth, Greater
Sudbury has something for everyone.
A bilingual community with a rich francophone and
aboriginal heritage, Greater Sudbury is a multicultural
mosaic with a platform for welcoming and embracing
diversity that Sudburians are proud to share with the world.
Greater Sudbury’s commitment to cultural diversity is
evident in all areas of the city, from restaurants, schools,
and places of worship, to festivals and events. Our city’s
cultural festivals such as the Canada Day, Italian, La Nuit
sur l’étang, Greek, Aboriginal, Irish, Celtic, Finnish and
Ukrainian festivals celebrate the cultural diversity of our
citizens.
The city’s diversity is most evident with the Bridge of
Nations and its many flags. The flags on the Bridge of
Nations were originally raised during a Canada Day
celebration on July 1, 2007 to honour Greater Sudbury's
multinational and multicultural heritage. Today, it continues
to be a reflection of how much Greater Sudbury embraces
multiculturalism.
Education
Take one look at Greater Sudbury’s educational system
and you’ll see that Greater Sudbury has invested heavily in
its future by developing outstanding schools from
Kindergarten through grade 12 and beyond. As the regional
centre for learning and applied research in Northeastern
Ontario, Greater Sudbury is home to four school boards,
private schools and several postsecondary institutions
such as the Northern Ontario School of Medicine,
Laurentian University, Cambrian College, and Collège
Boréal, one of only two francophone colleges in Ontario.
Greater Sudbury educational opportunities offer
comprehensive and challenging curriculums.
Canada's first new school of architecture in 40 years,
Laurentian Architecture is expected to open in September
2012 as a downtown satellite campus of Laurentian
University, and will offer a 4-year undergraduate program
and a 2-year graduate program in architecture. Also in
development, is a Francophone graduate program, which
will be the first of its kind in North America. The school will
feature a co-operative work program, thus allowing
students to explore the world through international
employment placements. A design-build senior class
requirement will partner students and Laurentian
Architecture with various Northern communities. Students
will benefit from working in collaboration with members of
the community to develop specific design solutions to the
challenges faced within Northern Ontario.
Real Estate and Housing
Greater Sudbury offers a wide variety of affordable real
estate options whether you want to rent or purchase a
home in urban, rural and suburban settings.
Greater Sudbury offers housing
options to fit every budget and
lifestyle. Enjoy a work-life balance
with a 10 minute commute from
your home to work.
Take a drive through our city and
you will get a glimpse of friendly
neighbourhoods, thriving
business sectors and a
vibrant downtown filled
with shops, boutiques,
restaurants and entertainment.
In comparison to other large communities, Greater
Sudbury has the lowest average housing prices. The
average sale price for a single family home in 2010 was
$223,016. If renting an apartment or home, Greater
Sudbury renters spend less of their income on housing
than the national average.
Employment
Greater Sudbury’s business-friendly environment is as
dynamic as it is diverse. We have a highly skilled,
educated, innovative and enthusiastic workforce. Once
reliant on the cycles that came with mining, Greater
Sudbury has grown considerably into a diverse and
dynamic centre for technology, education, mining,
government, and health services.
A comparison to Ontario data based on the 2006
Census reveals that Greater Sudbury’s labour force profile
has diversified significantly over the last three decades.
Service activities, from retail to producer services, now
employ 80% of Greater Sudbury's labour force, compared
to 20% in the goods-producing sector. Health care,
educational services and public administration all play an
important role, reflecting Greater Sudbury's position as a
regional service centre for Northeastern Ontario, as well as
the continued development of the health care and
education infrastructure.
Health Care Services
Greater Sudbury has become a regional resource and
referral centre for residents in Northeastern Ontario. The
presence of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, the
Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre and the
Adult Regional Cardiac Program, coupled with the pursuit
of an Occupational Health & Safety Centre of Excellence,
have all positioned Greater Sudbury as a regional health
centre. Over 300 general practitioners and specialists
contribute to the overall health and wellness
of Greater Sudbury and to patients
throughout the region.
The Hôpital régional de Sudbury
Regional Hospital (HRSRH) provides
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hospital-based acute, transitional, rehabilitation and http://www.sudburytourism.ca

continuing care. The HRSRH completed a major http://invest.mysudbury.ca
expansion to consolidate all hospital based services once http://www.sciencenorth.ca
offered across three sites. The new one site hospital allows http://www.rainbowroutes.com
for additional acute inpatient and intensive care beds, http://www.laurentian.ca
mental health, birthing facilities, emergency department, http://www.cambriancollege.ca
operating rooms and other diagnostic and support http://www.borealc.on.ca
departments. http://www.nosm.ca
With the world’s population aging, the need for long term http://www.ontarioimmigration.ca
care facilities is essential to any city. From retirement
communities including St. Joseph’s Villa, the Elizabeth Sudbury Theatre Centre
Centre, Pioneer Manor and Finlandia-Koti to name a few, to
chronic care centres such as Extendicare, the City of
Greater Sudbury is proud to offer a wide variety of health
care accommodation options for our seniors.

Winter Climate and the Outdoors

A wintery wonderland awaits you in Greater Sudbury.
Our winters offer outdoor enthusiasts several fun options
including cross country and downhill skiing, skating,
snowshoeing, snowmobiling, winter carnivals, ice fishing
and more.
Pond Hockey Festival on the Rock brings the spirit of
friendly competitive hockey to the outdoors on the frozen
shores of Ramsey Lake. This fun filled family weekend
features outdoor hockey rinks on the banks of the lake
alongside the skating path.
Greater Sudbury offers something for everyone and
winters are a well celebrated season with plenty of indoor
and outdoor activities for everyone. The temperature
ranges from -25°C to -5°C during the months of February
and March.

Key Websites
To find out more about the City of Greater Sudbury visit
the following websites and find out what makes Sudbury
so great!
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http://www.mysudbury.ca
http://www.immigrationsudbury.ca
http://www.greatersudbury.ca
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 Canada calls to
Argentinian family
Interview by Jane
Toombes
Back in 2001/2002 Argentina
experienced a huge economic
crisis, something perhaps we can all relate to these days.
But back then it led to people withdrawing money from
banks and investing overseas, riots on the streets and in
many cases people leaving the country to find better lives
abroad.
One of those people who decided to look for pastures
new was Guillermo. He and his wife Pat were born and
raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina and had become very
disillusioned with the country. This led them to look for
somewhere new to live and raise their children. At the end
of 2003 they had decided to apply for permanent
residency via the Quebec Skilled Worker program.
“At that time, Quebec seemed to offer a win-win
situation,” explains Guillermo, “they needed us (a family of
university graduates with small children) and we needed
them (a better place to live, despite the language barrier).
The whole application process took about 18 months and
we finally moved to Quebec at the end of May 2005.”
The couple and their two children Santiago, then aged 8
and Facundo who was not yet two, rented an apartment in
Hull, Gatineau. “I still remember it: a small, two bedroom
apartment in an "immigrant ready" suburb close to
Gatineau Park.” he says. “We were looking for a place not
as big and chaotic as a capital city, so Montreal was
discarded and not so small and isolated like Sherbrooke.
Gatineau seemed to be the perfect choice. It was close to
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Ottawa, where we could work in English. We had studied
French during our processing period but we always felt
more comfortable with English.”
Although they had some monitory funds behind them,
they needed to find work quickly and within a month
Guillermo was working in a call centre on the east side of
Ottawa. “My job was providing phone support for Internet
users in the USA. It was not what I was looking for, of
course, but it was a job and helped to stop the money
bleeding from the bank. In the meantime, my wife was
doing training at an non-profit organization.” Whilst the
couple worked their eldest child was attending a French
school and the youngest in day care.
In March 2006 the family moved to Waterloo in Ontario
where Guillermo finally had a job he wanted. Pat assisted
at a local LINC program (Language Instruction for
Newcomers to Canada) and Santiago continued his
Elementary School in French at a school in Waterloo whilst
Facundo was enrolled in local day care.
The family then experienced a big change when in
January 2007 their third son Martin was born. Around this
time Santiago was moved from his French school to a
Catholic school after he experienced difficulties. This was
his third school in two years and meant he had to make
new friends, get to know new teachers and a completely
new system.
“In 2008 Pat and I decided to move back to the National
Capital Region.” says Guillermo. “This time, we did not
move back to Gatineau, but instead decided to settle in
Kanata. We decided to return as we were missing our
friends in the region very much. We rented a garden home
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Meet the Mayor

would it be?
A: My age, I’d roll it back about 40 years just to try and get
some more things right.

of Lunenburg, NS: Q: What do you most value in other people?

A: Their friendship and trust.

Nova Scotia
Q: Mac or PC?
A: PC

Q: Where has been your most memorable travel

destination and why?
By Jane Toombes A: Chile. I travelled to Chile in 2007 along with David
Suzuki. We were invited to deliver lectures to the University
Community in Santiago. Travelling in Chile for about a week
The Town of Lunenburg Nova Scotia can trace its
with Dr. Suzuki and his wife, was in itself a marvelous
history back hundreds of years. It was formally established
experience, to visit another UNESCO site, Valparaiso,
in 1753 as the first British Colonial settlement in Nova
made it even more memorable. We were hosted by the
Scotia outside Halifax.
Canadian Ambassador and escorted by a member of the
The town has been built around the fishing and ship-
staff at the University.
building industries and is a popular location for tourists
with its beautiful waterfront and great architecture. Old
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world where would
Town Lunenburg has been designated by the Government
it be and why?
of Canada as a place of National Historic Significance.
A: Right where I am, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, a UNESCO
Lunenburg is part of the family of National Historic Sites,
World heritage site since 1995.
one of more than 800 places across Canada which help
define the important aspects of Canada's diverse heritage
and identity.
In 1979 Laurence Mawhinney was voted in as Mayor of
Lunenburg and he has been so ever since, a total of 32
years. This makes him one of the longest serving Mayors
in the country.
He was originally born in Belfast, Northern Ireland 69
years ago and moved to Canada with his family when he
was a young boy back in 1948. He lives with his wife
Marion and they have four adult children and seven
grandchildren.
We asked Mayor Mawhinney a few questions to get to
know him a little better.

Q: What was the first car you ever owned?

A: A 1959 Vauxhall

Q: If you could own any vehicle what would it be and

why?
A: The latest fuel efficient car, just because.

Q: What has been your most embarrassing moment

and why?
A: When I tapped the young lady ahead of me in the
waiting line, on the shoulder, beside her long blonde
tresses, and said excuse me Ms, to tell her the next wicket
was open at the bank, and He turned around and gave me
a look that would wither, and it did!

Q: What is one thing people would be surprised to find

about about you?
A: I think I am a romantic at heart.

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Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: I have many, “The American President,” would be one.
Q: What was the last book you read, or are currently
reading?
A: “My Passion For Design” by Barbra Streisand.
Q: What sports do you support and/or play?
A: I play golf, I played football, hockey and baseball and
now enjoy them on TV.
Q: What hobbies do you do to relax?
A: Listen to music and read.
Q: What has been your best moment since becoming
Mayor? And your worst?
A: The best moment was the first (and so far only) visit of
British Royalty to our town in its 258 years of history. On
June 16, 1983 Prince Charles and Diana, The Princess of
Wales, visited Lunenburg on what was a terrible day for
weather. It almost didn’t happen but it did because the
Royals insisted it should, despite the fog and the rain.
A close second would be December 9, 1995, the day on
which we waited anxiously as the UNESCO World Heritage
committee met in Berlin and inscribed Old Town
Lunenburg on the World Heritage List. We are now one of
911 properties around the globe who are deemed to have
outstanding universal value for all the people of the planet.
Q: And the worst.
A: The day the Royal visit was cancelled. And for three
hours we were devastated.
Q: If you could have any job in the world, what would it
be and why?
A: I like the job I have, just fine.
Q: If you knew the world was going to end tomorrow,
what would you do today?
A: Make contact with all my family.
Q: If you had to choose a last meal, what would it be?
A: Lobster.
Q: If you could choose one of your personality traits to
pass on to your children, what would it be?
A: A sense of humour.
Q: If you had to evacuate you home immediately, what
one item, other than family members & photos would
you make sure you took with you?
A: A silver Pencil given to me when as a young boy I left
Northern Ireland, inscribed with the date of my departure in
1948.
Q: If you could give a newcomer one piece of advice,
what would it be?
A: Take time to get to know us before you try to change us.
You can lead us but you can’t push us.
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 Avery McAllister is all smiles as she
carries a plateful of freshly cooked
dumplings to be sampled.

A lesson in
cultural awareness
Chinese club in Smiths Falls
provides opportunity for
students to learn about Chinese
culture and language

42

Until recently, if you were to ask Selena Lavallee, Ami
Hewson and Avery McAllister what they know about the
People’s Republic of China (commonly known as China),
they would have responded by mentioning the Great Wall
of China.
In contrast to the historic Great Wall, which is quite
expansive, their knowledge of China was very narrow in
scope. That all changed, however, when they joined the
Chimo Chinese Club in December.
Through the club, the three students at Chimo
Elementary School in Smiths Falls, Ont. and seven other
members of the student body in Grades 4 to 8 expanded
their linguistic and cultural horizons with regards to the
world’s most populous country.
The club was organized by Ming Shan Gu. A teacher in
China for 13 years, she, her husband Chuangwei Mu and
their daughter Ivy left their homeland in the fall of 2003 to
begin a new life in Canada. Having made their home in
Smiths Falls since 2008, Ming says she started the club to
let local youth know about her native China and that it is
much more than what they read on the Internet.
“We moved from China, we came here, we like this
place,” she states. “If we could do something to make life
more interesting, we would like to share the culture (of
China) and let people know more about other countries.”
That is what the Chimo Chinese Club is all about. For 90
minutes on four Wednesday evenings in December, Ming,
with the assistance of Chuangwei, treated club members
to a taste of her homeland, culinary and otherwise. In
addition to sampling pork dumplings which they helped to
prepare, the students received a lesson in the traditional
Chinese paper art of paper folding, paper cutting and
Selena Lavallee and Shannon
McAllister and her mom Rebecca
Arsineault watch with interest as
Ming Shan Gu demonstrates
how to fold dumplings.
calligraphy. Likewise, they were introduced to the
Mandarin language, learning how to say phrases likes
Happy New Year, Merry Christmas, as well as how to greet
someone and apologize.
Given the fact that learning a new language is not an
easy feat, Ming was amazed at the progress of the
students in developing conversational skills in Mandarin.
“They caught on just great,” she says smiling. “I was
impressed. I think younger children really have the
capability to learn a new language.”
For Selena, Ami and Avery, the club has been a great
learning opportunity, not only from a linguistic point of
view. They also have enjoyed learning how to count from
one to 999 in Mandarin and how to write the numbers from
one to 10 using characters.
“It was easy because of Ming,” Ami, a Grade 6 student
at Chimo, notes. “If we didn’t understand something, she
would explain it. She is really good at explaining how it
works.”
That included demonstrating to the students the use of
the traditional Chinese brush, ink and inkstone to write
words, characters and draw. The youths participating in
the club were fascinated by the process.
“It was really cool,” Ami remarked. “It is really fun to
write with. You are painting but writing at the same time.”
Club highlights
Doing the ink painting and drawing was so much fun for
Ami that it was her favourite activity of the club. The same
was true for Avery who is in Grade 5 at Chimo. Of course,
making the dumplings was also popular with her.
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 “Making dumplings was really fun,” she said. “It was a the Eastern Ontario Wenbo Language School, which is
hands-on activity....We got creative and folded them in all affiliated with the International Language Program of the
different ways.” Ottawa French Catholic School Board, she is currently
Preparing the dumplings and getting to eat them after offering a Chinese Mandarin Language and Culture
they were cooked was likewise a highlight for Selena, a Program on Saturday mornings at Académie catholique
Grade 6 student. Ange-Gabriel in Brockville. Currently 75 students from
“I have never really tried or made dumplings,” she throughout the Brockville area, including Mallorytown, Lyn
commented. “It was really new to me. They tasted good.” and Gananoque, are enrolled in the classes, which are
In organizing the club for the students, Ming says she open to children ages four to 14. There is an adult class as
just wanted “to tell them the real China.” Based on the well.
response from those who participated, she obviously had From March to June 2010, a similar program was
a captive audience. offered on Saturdays at Sainte Marguerite Bourgeoys
“It was amazing,” she says of the response. “I am School in Merrickville to children in the same age group.
impressed with the kids’ progress – their ability to absorb Likewise, Ming held a Chinese summer camp at
a different culture’s information. Every class, when I finish, Académie catholique Ange-Gabriel in July 2010. The camp
they don’t want to go home.” was so successful she plans to repeat it this summer. If it
The club, which was free other than the cost of is feasible, she would also like to have a summer camp in
supplies, was an educational experience that Ami, Selena Smiths Falls.
and Avery would like to repeat. That’s why they are thrilled “I try to deliver the message that every kid can have the
by the news that Ming is considering starting up a second opportunity to experience other cultures, even for small
club in February at the school. She has indicated that, if town kids,” she says as she talks about her motivation for
there is sufficient interest, she would like to continue the these endeavours.
club at Chimo, with students from other area schools In the fall of 2010, Ming’s husband Chuangwei was part
being invited to participate as well. of an education delegation that travelled to Zhengzhou,
“If they are doing it at the school, I would definitely
sign up,” says Avery. “Just to see Ming again and have
another wonderful experience with her.”
And she, Ami and Selena would certainly recommend
the club to others.
“I would tell them to sign up,” says Selena. “It is a lot
of fun. You get to learn stuff and make more origami
things.
Avery agrees. “You get to know a whole bunch of
stuff about China,” she remarked. “Later on in life, if you
go there, you will get to use your knowledge.”
In May 2010, a delegation of Chinese educators
visited Chimo. School principal Daryl Kelly views the
club as “a nice opportunity to continue the cultural
focus with our Chinese community and for the children
to have an opportunity to learn more about another
culture.”
“It is always wonderful to have additional
opportunities for different kinds of learning happening in
our school,” Daryl says.
The feedback Ming has received from the recent club
has been so positive that she has had several inquiries
asking her to hold a class on Chinese cooking for
adults. She is seriously considering doing so, perhaps
as early as February. If she does proceed and the class
is held at Chimo, she plans to donate any proceeds
back to the school.
“I really appreciate the school’s support,” she says,
noting that the school has offered the facility free of
charge for the club and Daryl and teacher Karen
Donovan have been very supportive of the initiative. “I
would like to support the school as well.”

Other cultural endeavours

Ming is passionate about sharing the culture and Eleina Lucas tries her hand at picking
language of her homeland with others. As principal of up a wonton with chopsticks.
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 China. The trip culminated in the
signing on Oct. 22 of a sister
school board agreement
between the Upper Canada
District School Board (UCDSB)
and Zhengzhou Municipal
Education Bureau (MEB).
As part of the agreement to
enhance the educational and
cultural exchange between the
two and share education
resources, the UCDSB will
organize summer and winter
camps for students of
Zhengzhou MEB and,
accordingly, students from the
UCDSB will be invited to
Zhengzhou for a cultural
exchange.
Likewise, under the Ami Hewson and her
agreement, students from dad Greg take their
Zhengzhou No. 9 High School turn folding dumplings
will have the opportunity to
complete their secondary school
education with the UCDSB. Smiths Falls District Collegiate People’s Congress of Xiangfan City, Hubei Province,
Institute (SFDCI) is one of seven high schools within the China.
UCDSB that can accept international students. Currently The proclamation stated that, “as sister cities, the
more than 70 students from Zhengzhou are attending council and the city assembly pledge that they will
classes at SFDCI and in Brockville. Upon graduating, they encourage regular, ongoing communication and co-
will be granted an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, as operation on economic/business trade; culture; education;
well as one from their homeland. science and technology; health and well being; tourism
Already, 31 students have been recruited by the and will promote collaborative development in both cities.”
Chinese school to come to Canada. Chuangwei will be A historical and cultural city in the southwest region of
among those going to China in March to recruit additional Hubei Province, Xiangyang has a population of 5.8 million
students. people and is considered a major industrial hub.
Having students from China attend SFDCI is “just “The Town of Smiths Falls has a Sister-City Agreement
another connection” between the two countries, says with the City of Xiangyang, China and has signed two
Daryl Kelly. And the Chimo principal believes the Chimo formal agreements and six additional MOU's that will see
Chinese Club helps to further that connection. collaboration on tourism, arts and culture, commerce,
“It’s another opportunity for awareness of how students investment, education and external affairs,” says Bob
in different countries grow up and live their lives,” she Cheetham, the Economic Development Manager for
states. Smiths Falls.
Highlighting how Ming “certainly brings a real passion to Anyone interested in learning more about Smiths Falls
sharing her culture, Daryl thinks that passion is infectious, and what the town has to offer newcomers to Canada is
in terms of the students in the club. encouraged to visit the website
“I think she instills a feeling of pride in our children as www.immigratetosmithsfalls.ca.
they share their Canadian culture and family culture,” she
commented.
Further information on the Chimo Chinese Club and
other cultural initiatives in which Ming is involved can be
obtained by contacting her by phone at 613-283-5044 or
by email at e.owls2010@gmail.com.

Sister Cities
The Town of Smiths Falls has a close relationship with
one of China largest urban centres, Xiangfan City (recently
renamed Xiangyang). The two became “Sister Cities” on
Oct. 18, 2009 in Smiths Falls with the signing of an
agreement by Smiths Falls Mayor Dennis Staples and Zhi
Liang Tang, Chairman of Standing Committees of the
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walking a straight line and not leaning on his arm at all.!I
almost told him right then, but!decided to wait and see if
he noticed.!As we waited for our cab he said ‘did you
notice walking out you hardly needed me?!You did not
lean on me at all and walked a straight line.’ I almost cried
because he had noticed what I had.
“Since my treatment I have not even once lost the use
of my right hand.!It had clawed up on me and I could not
use it often.!I was as shaky looking as if I had Parkinson's
and that is gone. I often choked and that does not happen
anymore.!My pain is a lot less and I use my medicine
weekly versus several times a day!”
Recently Cheryl has noticed that her balance is getting
bad again and her fatigue is back. This happens to about
40% of patients and the answer is to have a stent put in to
keep the veins open. Cheryl is planning to have this done
as soon as possible.
She continues to be perplexed as to why the Canadian
government and the medical establishment are so
reluctant to accept the procedure. She has heard that
some consider it just a placebo effect.
“CCSVI had dramatic effects for me and!it was!not
placebo!!Placebo does not make a hand work that used to
quit!”
CCSVI Foundation
of Canada
CCSVI Foundation We are a national, non-
profit organization, committed to the treatment
of patients with Chronic Cerebrospinal
Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI)
While governments and the MS Society dither
and endlessly discuss studies of this
treatment, we have decided to act on the
behalf of patients.
The CCSVI Foundation of Canada will raise
awareness and funds, while working with
patients in a patnership to obtain access to
treatment.
We are working in partnership with
international specialists in the treatment of
CCSVI with proven results to ensure the best
outcome for treatments.
www.ccsvifoundationcanada.org
Email us at:
ccsvifoundationcanada@yahoo.com
Typical Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Eyes: blurred vision, eye pain, blindness, loss of colour
perception, pain and light flashes after sudden eye
movement, jerky eye movement, light sensitivity
Motor: muscle weakness, paralysis, stiffness, pain,
loss of muscle tone, involuntary contraction of
muscles, jerking and twitching, drop foot, muscle
weakness, cramping, muscle spasms, spasticity,
extreme fatigue, toe curling, inability to yawn, cough or
take deep breaths.
Sensory: partial or complete numbness, pain, burning
sensation, electric shock sensations when moving
head, facial pain, dry mouth, cold feet and hands,
intense itching, intolerance to heat and cold, clammy
hands, pins and needles,
Balance: loss of coordination, vertigo, loss of limb
control, shaking, excessive travel sickness, tremors,
nausea.
Cognitive: memory problems, both long and short
term, forgetfulness, not being able to find the right
words to say, lack of concentration.
Bowel and bladder: incontinence, urinary retention,
constipation, bowel urgency, diarrhea, frequent
urination.
Sexual: male and female impotence, inability to
achieve orgasm, inability to become aroused,
worsening or aggravation of menstrual cycle symptoms
Other: depression, mod swings, bipolar syndrome,
dementia, anxiety, night sweats,
Definitions:
L’hermitte's: electric shock like sensation down the
back often extending to arms and legs.
Uhthoff's phenomena: Increased sensitivity to heat.
Dysphagia: difficulty swallowing, resulting in choking
Dysarthria: difficulty speaking - slurred, slow, delayed.
MS hug: constricting of the muscles around the waist
area resulting in tightness, pain and pins and needles.
Drop foot: inability to lift the toes of the foot resulting
in dragging and slapping of feet.
Brain fog/ cog fog: inability to think clearly
Tinnitus: ringing in the ears
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so there was also this cost to add to the overall figure.
Immediately after the treatment Jeanine noticed
improvements. She had more dexterity in her hands and
could push down on her foot which she couldn’t do
before. She could walk and turn around without falling
over and could yawn for the first time in years.
The day after her treatment Jeanine posted a video on
Youtube and her happiness just shines through. You can
view this video yourself using this link: http://
www.youtube.com/user/curmudgeonine#p/u/11/
CWGHkklnF-E.
Unfortunately three weeks after treatment her mother
suffered a stroke and Jeanine became her primary care
giver. The stress of this has, Jeanine feels, hampered her
progress slightly.
“I am so happy that I received the treatment, I no
longer have to use my walker and I can help my mother in
a way I'd never have been able to do before.”
LIke many other CCSVI patients she doesn’t have a lot
of good things to say about the Canadian government. “It
makes me sick,” she says, ”They're playing with people's
lives. People have died. This is such an easy and safe
procedure that there's no reason they shouldn't be
allowing it without study. We are the study. Time is brain!
Allow this now.”

Judy Filipkowski from Ottawa, Ontario was

finally diagnosed with MS in 2001 at the age of
56 after many years of tell-tale symptoms. Her
first symptom was fatigue which she put down
to flu bugs!at the time. She visited her doctor
who told her she did not have the flu!but was
tired and to take a week off work.
Unfortunately due to pressures of work she
was unable to do this.
Then later in 1998 she experienced
numbness and tingling in her right leg, then the
fatigue got worse. In 2000 she was referred to
a neurologist after the right side of her face
went numb. She had a lumbar puncture to
determine the cause but nothing was
detected. By November that year she was so
unwell she was on sick leave for two months
and this time underwent an MRI in Kingston,
Ontario. Unfortunately the results were never
sent to her neurologist.
In January 2001 a second MRI was carried
out and this time lesions were found on her
brain and spinal cord. This led to Judy taking
early retirement in March 2001 and she had to
apply for CPP Disability to supplement her
income.
“I was very worried when I was finally
diagnosed as were my family. My boyfriend at
future.!I had come to the conclusion that very autumn that
the time wanted to nail the lid on my coffin instantly. His
I would have to downsize and sell my property and find
reaction filled me with fight.” says Judy.
some sort of accommodation that was easier to maintain.
“I was prescribed several medications and was
The thought that this procedure could give me back so
fortunately covered by the Trillium Drug Program, but still
much of my life was overwhelming. I guess my aunts were
had to pay around $3,000 per year out of my own pocket.
a bit concerned about my enthusiasm.
Because of the way Trillium works you pay a portion of
“The first thing I did after watching the show was go to
the cost based on your income. At that time I had drawn
a meeting on Tuesday 24th November at the Ottawa
money from my RRSP to do some repairs to my house
Multiple Sclerosis Society. Dr Mark Freedman was giving
and so my income was artificially inflated making it
an update about all the new drugs and other procedures
appear greater than it was. This means my own
that were in the pipeline or coming on line in the next year.
contribution to the medication was higher than perhaps it
He finally spoke about Dr Zamboni's W5 presentation by
should have been.”
showing a zamboni machine. He proceeded to call Dr
At the end of 2009, Judy got word that W5 was airing a
Zamboni a fraud and the results a hoax. He claimed that
program about MS and eagerly watched it. “My first
there had been no "mouse work" done and that there had
thought was an overwhelming feeling of hope for the

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was just 24 years old and living in
Montreal, a colleague at worked
noticed that he was dragging his
foot and pointed it out to him. He
didn’t think much of it. He then
experienced numbness slowly
creeping up his entire right side and
thought he had pinched a nerve
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on a visit to Kingston, Ontario with
my girlfriend.” continues
Christopher, “After coming out of
my sister’s hot tub, I discovered that
I had double vision. I was tested for
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Montreal where I was admitted to
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and after having an MRI and a
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with MS.
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leave,’ she laughed at me and
reacted like, ‘You’re not getting away that easily’.” of the numbness and reduced capacity to walk, I also
That was nearly twenty years ago and now 43 year old experienced long-term bladder dysfunction, a symptom
Christopher and his family live in Forest Hill (Wolfville), that is very common for people with MS. The vertigo that
Nova Scotia. He and his “now” wife have been married 18 comes with balance problems can be debilitating as well.”
and a half years, and have two wonderful children. Christopher has also had his working life dictated to him
Since his diagnosis Christopher has suffered many MS by MS. Between 1992 and 2001 he continued his career
symptoms which he admits not only affect him but his as a teacher then a pedagogical consultant for a School
whole family. Board in Québec, and as of 1998 a Vice Principal in a
“MS not only affects the individual diagnosed, but secondary school. In 2001 his MS flared up again when he
everyone in his/her entourage.” He explains, “My kids had a series of attacks.
were both born post diagnosis, so they have never known “Wanting to lower my stress levels, I requested a
anything else. The disappointments they have to live with transfer to the elementary school level,” says Christopher,
are numerous. Always having to change plans because of “and before I left work, acted as a School Principal in two
fatigue, and inability to concentrate, they become very different schools. Upon recommendation of my
helpful and are forced to grow up more quickly beyond neurologist, and because my health was in decline, I had
their years. to leave my job as School Principal in October of 2003. I
“My symptoms varied from different attacks over the left on permanent disability two years after this in 2005.”
years. I’ve almost always had vision problems – either The cost of medication for MS can be huge. Christopher
double vision, or nystagmus (little jerky uncontrollable eye has always been lucky enough to have good medical
movements.) I had periods of numbness ranging from mild insurance from his employer and therefore his co-pay was
transitory numbness, to almost paralysis depending on the minimal compared to the $25,000 - $35,000 per year that
limb. My fingers and hands have often gone numb. The it was costing his insurance company.
fatigue levels experienced are almost inexplicable, which We asked Christopher when and how he first heard
leads to intolerance to sounds, impatience, and mood about CCSVI treatment.
swings. My walking has been greatly affected and I had “My sister sent me the link to the W5 presentation, and I
periods where I would walk with a single cane, other watched it once, thinking something like, ‘Yeah, yeah.
periods where I would use a wheelchair, but since 2003 Another theory on MS.’ he laughs, “It was only as I
I’ve walked almost permanently with two forearm watched the show the second time that my 13 year-old
crutches. As the MS progressed, my dependency on my daughter, with tears in her eyes, said something like, ‘Hey
family and my loss of autonomy became more and more Dad.....we’re going to Italy, and you’re going to get better’.
obvious. In 2007 I was unable to drive for almost the entire As I continued to watch the show, I was impressed by the
year due to visual disturbances and lack of control in my fact that there seemed to be an answer to the unanswered
lower limbs. Some days, I chose not to operate a motor question as to why MS patients have large deposits of iron
vehicle for my own safety and the safety of others. On top
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Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care for CCSVI Patients
Treating patients with Chronic Cerebro-Spinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI), Pacific Interventionalists, Inc. is comprised
of physicians that are fellowship trained in image guided and endovascular procedures with board certification in General
Surgery, Vascular Surgery or Phlebology.
Led by Dr. Michael Arata and Dr. J. Joseph Hewett, Pacific Interventionalists has expertise with venous disorders based
on more than 60 years of combined experience in the treatment of venous stenoses and other venous abnormalities. Dr.
Joseph Hewett, is the only Interventionalist in the world who has
personally trained with Dr. Haacke at his facilities in Detroit. This medical
team is one of the few in the world to have a seamless integration of the
diagnostic Haacke MRI/MRV and the intervention used to treat the
disease. This can result in better care for CCSVI patients.
Located in Southern California, the physicians of Pacific
Interventionalists perform over 1,000 venous procedures each year,
approximately 30 venous procedures a day including central venograms,
central venous angioplasties, venous stent placements, and CCSVI
procedures making them one of the highest volume centers in the world.
Their expertise and knowledge with respect to the treatment of the
venous stenoses associated with CCSVI is unmatched when compared
to other centers performing this procedure. Pacific Interventionalists The majority of CCSVI procedures are performed in a
medical team has understanding and experience with the venous brand new surgical center with amenities and
technology that exceeds the standards of most
system and related disorders making them a leader in the treatment of
hospitals and other facilities.
patients with CCSVI.
By combining complete diagnostic and therapeutic care of patients
with a diagnosis of CCSVI, Pacific Interventionalists physicians perform a full and complete Haacke protocol MRI/MRV on
one of two 3 Tesla MRI's. Every patient who receives an MRI can receive a full written Haacke report as well as a
diagnostic radiology interpretation by a US Board Certified Radiologist at no extra cost. The patient also receives a copy of
the MRI for his or her records.
Treatment of central venous disease involves a variety of techniques. In the majority of cases a large IV is placed into a
larger vein in the groin area. From this location small catheters are navigated into the neck and chest veins using
fluoroscopy or x-ray guidance. The catheters are used to take pictures by injecting a dye into the veins to help identify any
narrowing or blockage of the veins.
Sometimes these venograms do not adequately show the blockages. In these cases, the Pacific Interventionalists
physicians use an ultrasound attached to the end of the small catheter to create ultrasound pictures from the inside of the
veins. This technique increases the accuracy of the overall evaluation of the venous system and allows for more precise
measurements of the veins themselves.
If a narrowing within the vein is seen, a small balloon can be placed across the narrowing and inflated. Angioplasty of
the blockage can help open the narrowing and restore normal blood flow through the vein. Sometimes balloon angioplasty
does not improve the size of the vein and placement of a small stent is
required. Placement of a stent can help open the vein back to its normal
size.
Although this is an outpatient procedure, patients are typically asked to
remain in the immediate area of Southern California for their safety.
The majority of CCSVI procedures are performed in a brand new
surgical center with amenities and technology that exceeds the
standards of most hospitals and other facilities. This surgical center is
at the leading edge of patient care and safety and is being considered
for an award as the best new surgical center in the United States.
The expertise of the dynamic team at Pacific Interventionalists
combined with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment are unmatched
in the diagnosis and treatment of CCSVI.
You may contact Dr. Arata, Dr. Hewett, Dr. Harris and Dr. Grewal and
their dedicated staff at Pacific Interventionalists, Inc. to answer any
questions you may have regarding their practice and CCSVI.
Pacific Interventionalists, Inc. is comprised of
physicians that are fellowship trained in image PacificInterventional.com
guided and endovascular procedures with board CCSVI@PacificInterventional.com
certification in General Surgery, Vascular Surgery Toll free 877.RX.CCSVI
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colleague drive her home.
On 15 September 2010 she went to Toronto for an ultra
sound Doppler scan to see if there were any blockages in
her veins. This test confirmed she did indeed have CCSVI
and there was hope at last.
Sharon ended up getting her treatment in Tampa,
Florida at a cost of $8,000 USD plus travel, hotel, car, food
costs etc. But the results have been overwhelming. She no
longer has brain fog or fatigue. Also her balance is much
improved. The muscle spasms she experienced before
treatment were now just tremors and only at night.
“I am ecstatic about my improvements so far and would
not hesitate to do it all again if I had to. It breaks my heart
that the Canadian government is not behind this
treatment. It is frustrating and disappointing to think that
they seem to believe they need to keep people sick in
order to make money. It should open up its eyes and see
that by providing this type of treatment to people in
Canada it will free up massive amounts of money to help
and treat people with other conditions.
“The amount of money and resources that could be put
back into the communities by allowing people with MS to
be treated for CCSVI and get them off the expensive drugs
and get them back into the workforce can only improve
our country.”

Stacy Saman lives in Ancaster, Ontario with her

husband of eight years and two young children. She is
38 years old and although only recently diagnosed with
MS, she, like many others believes her symptoms
started many years ago, even into her childhood.
“Back when I was nine years old I experienced
depression, ringing in my ears and vertigo amongst
other weird symptoms. My parents took me to a
neurologist but nothing was found. The professionals
decided it was ‘all in my head.’ My parents on the other
hand always believed there was something very wrong
that had nothing to do with my imagination”
When she was 16 she got numbness in her toes but
this was put down to wearing tight fashionable shoes.
At 19 she had a series of ear infections, vertigo, tinnitus
and numbness in her toes again. She also experienced
bladder infections lasting months, loss of concentration
and extreme weight loss. At this time she was
diagnosed with a cyst in her bladder, asthma and
bronchitis.
Throughout her university years she battled constant
ill health which in turn led to depression.
“My GP would give me note after note so I could get
through school.” says Stacy, “I started thinking it was all
in my head, after all. I went to a psychiatrist and started
antidepressants but they didn’t do much of anything. I
mean, it was like I was sick with a cold every day. And,
every time I got the cold or flu, which was all the time, it
turned into bronchitis, sinusitis, pneumonia…I was on
antibiotics all the time, which didn’t help.”
Stacy then went to Teacher’s College and started a
promising career teaching at a series of schools. The and eventually went to see my GP again and was referred
trouble was she was constantly having to take time off to specialists.
when she was sick. Her GP put it all down to stress or a “I saw two auto-immune specialists (for lupus, chronic
virus and prescribed antibiotics, which again didn’t work. fatigue, fibromyalgia), one infectious disease guy to rule
Over the years her symptoms became worse with out lyme, new respiratory therapist, allergist, ENT,
weakness in her legs causing her to have to hold onto neurosurgeon (have scoliosis, apparently common with
walls to get around. Eventually her father had to look after MS), neurologist, psychiatrist. GP started thinking it was
her whilst her husband was at work. neuro-based, since the pain and weakness was just in my
“I was hospitalized for vertigo and some inflammation in legs.”
my sinuses. I couldn’t move my legs, couldn’t see, didn’t Then Stacy had a fall and couldn’t walk any more. Her
know what the heck was going on around me, they asked leg pain was unbearable and she demanded that tests be
me if I was on drugs! Because they had no idea what was done to finally find the problem. She had a bone scan,
wrong they released me from the hospital and I returned MRI, EVP, blood work then started different medications
home. I was stuck in bed with no energy to do anything such as baclofen, hydromorphone subQ and prednisone
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