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Over 10 years of hearing success

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Your ability to hear is priceless. Even the slightest hearing loss, if untreated, has significant consequences. You become disconnected from your world as loved ones become mumblers and asking to repeat becomes a nuisance. Your safety and independence is compromised. You risk misdiagnoses and diminishing cognitive abilities. Indeed, untreated or improperly treated hearing loss has a pronounced neg

It'S a fact

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Q. How did Maclean's magazine get its name?
A. The magazine was named for John Bayne Maclean (who also spelled his name MacLean and McLean), a former reporter and editor at The Mail in Toronto near the end of the 19th century. Maclean was born in 1862 and in 1887 founded the first of his many magazines, Canadian Grocer.
He later established other trade magazines and in doing so built the

Comedy with élan

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Julia Louis-Dreyfus met with former U.S. vice presidents to prepare for her new comedic role in VEEP, launching in April By Frank Barron Julia Louis-Dreyfus is best known for her nine seasons stint as Jerry Seinfeld's gal-pal Elaine on NBC's Seinfeld, an experience she calls "lightning in a bottle and a very joyful experience. Sometimes I have to pinch myself that I was part of that piece o

Best of Benes

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Regardless of how successful Julia Louis-Dreyfus is in her new series VEEP, or how long the memories of The New Adventures of Old Christine linger, the actor will forever be best remembered for her long-running role as Elaine Benes in Seinfeld. For fun can you remember the episodes where she said these lines?
·You know, uh... They’re fake.
· Oh, no it’s distinctive; as a matter of fact I w

Local author delves into terrorism in Canada's past

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Sheryl Bennett-Wilson Bombs, barn burnings, mass nudity, concentration-camp like schools and the removal of children from their parents all seem so un-Canadian. Yet they all happened right here in Canada. Local author Nerys Parry has used these violent happenings from 1947 to 1953 in her book MAN & Other Natural Disasters, and has cleverly woven this early terrorism into a fable of reality

Moonrakers G

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Ruth Latta What is a "moonraker"? FYI Family Roots columnist Brooke Broadbent explains, in Moonrakers in Peace and War (Ottawa, 2011, brooke.broadbent@ gmail.com ISBN 978-1-55-323-576-7).
This colloquial name was given to folk from Wiltshire, a county in Southwest England, where, because of rural poverty, people turned to illegal enterprises such as smuggling. According to late 1700s leg

Early fame

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Gord Atkinson Television situation comedies have been inspired by characters from all walks of life. Ev ery profession, trade and family situation has been farcical grist for TV writers and their performers.
One of the most unusual subjects in the annals of video's laugh tracks was a sitcom that featured a young religious postulant as The Flying Nun. The fanciful theory of the cre

Flippin' fiddler honours fiddle legends

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fiddle Legends is a very special tribute show honouring some of the fiddle greats of the past including Don Messer, Al Cherny, King Ganam, Ward Allen, Graham Townsend and many others. The two hour live show will expertly deliver that old time feel along with plenty of variety including sensational step dancing by 17-year-old Champion Kyle Waymouth, traditional country, family humour and the trick

Funny You Should Ask

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Q: I meet with a group of old friends and we often get into discussions about acquaintances long gone ...
sometimes not too flattering. One of the group is always saying "discretion is the better part of valour," meaning, enough said, let's change the subject. That led us to the origin of the saying, and after several weeks, none of us have been able to find out where it came from. This dilemma

Who Said What...

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

"The Eskimo have fifty-two names for snow because it is important to them; there ought to be as many for love.'' Canadian author Margaret Atwood

This Month in History April 10, 1990

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The House of Commons passed the Goods and Services Tax bill 144 to 114, ending nine months of bitter wrangling. The 7% tax replaced the 13.5% Manufacturers Sales Tax.

Volunteer Profile...

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With a background in teaching, and an affinity for the written word, Jean Seasons is a perfect fit for the volunteer role she plays at the National Art Gallery. Taking part in the Gallery's study groups for many years gave Jean an interest in leading the groups and passing on the vast knowledge she had accumulated. She was a central figure in the publication of a book chronicling the history of fi

The Farm Scene

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In a strongly worded protest to the Provincial Government, the Ontario Federation Of Agriculture is warning of the devastating results of proposed changes to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation's Slots-at-Racetracks program.

The proposed changes would end the Slots-at-Racetracks funding, to be replaced by a renewed emphasis on casino gambling, a move that would generate an additional $7

Where Is She Now? Actress Linda Blair

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Blair, who was born in St. Louis on Jan. 22, 1959, is best known for her role as the possessed child, Regan, in the 1973 film The Exorcist, for which she was nominated for an Academy Award and two Golden Globes. She reprised her role in Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977).

She began her career as a six-year-old child model and started acting with a regular role on the short-lived Hidden Faces (196

Remember When...

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Although it happened on the West Coast fifty-four years ago, the entire country heard the rumble. Literally! It was the largest explosion, considered non-nuclear, ever to be blasted in North America.

The peak of a submerged mountain between Vancouver Island and the British Columbia mainland was a navigational hazard, and it laid claim to more than 100 vessels trying to go around its waters.

Gearing Down

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There has been a lot of print and comment lately on how to make the approach to our for-sale property attractive to a first-time looker. One commentator suggested what we call the "fresh muffin" feel.

That's when you bake a pan of muffins (or other smell-good goodies), so that the first thing the looker smells is the homey aroma from your oven.
We have a different take on that idea.

Fir

The Doctor Is In

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Q: How often should I see an optometrist to have my eyes checked? There doesn't seem to be anything wrong with my vision and I haven't been to an eye doctor for several years.

A: We talked to Dr. Ian Edmison of the Heritage Optometric Clinic in Carleton Place, who gave this advice. You should have your eyes checked every two years. If there are any concerns regarding diseases that may affect y

Prescott's dynamo

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Cook She's been there, done that, and as the saying goes, no doubt has a drawer full of T-shirts to prove it. Sandra Lawn of Prescott is motion personified, and is very likely the only woman in Canada who has a harbour named after her.

Moving to Prescott in 1966 where her husband Robert was head of the History department at South Grenville High School, was the beginning of a life

Canadian Retiree Visa would permit 8-month U.S. stay

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Don Wall When both sides involved in negotiations agree on the principle issues, it makes for quick work. That seems to be the case as representatives of the Canadian Snowbird Association hammer out details of a proposed Canadian Retiree Visa with accommodating U.S.
legislators.

Canadian Snowbird Association president Bob Slack had good news to pass on to CSA members at southern gathe

Beat the bushes for tax reduction opportunities

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Gail Bebee While it's too late to take advantage of many taxreduction strategies for the 2011 tax year, there are still ways to reduce last year's income tax when completing your 2011 income tax return.

Pension Income Splitting If the income of your spouse or common-law partner is lower than yours, splitting your pen sion between the two tax returns could reduce the total f

Don't `wing it' as you head into retirement

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Are you newly retired or thinking about retiring?
Have you got a plan for the next phase of your life or are you going to wing it? Whatever your situation, the good news is it's never too late to crack your retirement nest egg in the most advantageous way.
Make sure you address these issues: · My retirement date will be? If you decide to retire earlier than the "usual" age of 65, each ext

SECURE YOUR CAPITAL and receive a FIXED RATE OF RETURN

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Do you worry about your capital due to volatile market conditions and would like to know how to secure your capital and receive a regular, fixed income / return? At Fortress, we believe in `old fashioned' value when it comes to investing. Something is worth more · when genuine value has been added to it, not just because the stock ticker says so. The value of real · estate returns is demonstrabl

AdvertoriAl Investing in Canadian real estate can earn returns of 8 to 12 per cent

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The non-performance of the equity markets in 2011 and over the last decade, coupled with historical low interest rates, has left many retirees and near-retirees very concerned about their financial futures.

The TSX closed the year down 11 percent; yet it remained one of the best performing indices over the last decade. Since December 31, 1999, it has returned an average of 3.5 percent annuall

Canadian travel: Capital ideas

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Though not a big town for a provincial capital, picturesque Fredericton offers lots to inspire and entertain visitors By Steven Tuck For years, folks in New Brunswick drove around with license plates that read "New Brunswick, The Picture Province."

At some point, someone in their wisdom decided to drop that slogan.

Now there is a movement afoot to bring it back. And after my recent vi

How to take advantage of summer values in European cruising?

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As a travel advisor I help my clients look beyond the introductory rates and look at the total price of their cruise. Getting seduced by the flashy entry level advertised price, keeps you from finding the real values of the season this year.

Look at the cost of the cruise, port fees, gratuities and taxes, flights (unless you plan on swimming to Europe), flight taxes and hotel for the night be

Exploring Australia's Nullabor Plain - by rail

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Katharine Fletcher Want to explore Australia's Nullarbor Plain in over-the-top comfort? Then hop on the Indian Pacific, Australia's iconic train trip which traverses 4,352 kilometres, including one of Earth's most forbidding landscapes.

The Nullarbor Plain is aptly named: in Latin, "null" means "none" and "arbor" means "tree." The moniker tells half the story because truly y

MEET THE TRAVEL EXPERTS QUALITY TOURS YOU CAN TRUST!

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ottawa Valley Tours, a leader in Motorcoach Travel, has been making lifetime memories since 1969. The company prides itself in providing quality vacations and superior customer service. Enjoy the comfort of a worry free holiday escorted by one of our professional, friendly tour directors to some of the best destinations in North America aboard a modern, deluxe motorcoach.

Spring is in the air

Pack smart for your next trip

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Simple tips to make airport security a snap Getting ready for a vacation can be hectic especially if you're not sure what you can bring with you in carry-on baggage.
The following tips can make the experience less stressful and help get your next trip off to a smooth start: · All prescription medications are allowed in carry-on baggage. To ensure a quick screening, make sure your me

Cancer month: Canine cancer cures help hounds and humans

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

· Dogs share many of the same kinds of cancers as humans By James Gaffney Veterinary researchers belonging to a new field of science known as comparative oncology are studying cancer in dogs to better understand and accelerate cancer research and treatment in humans.

"Dogs share many of the same kinds of cancers as humans, including skin, bone and breast cancer, and, on a molecular leve

ACUPUNCTURE HEALS

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Coronary Artery Disease / Macular Degeneration By Zhaoqui Guo Do you have Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?
This may lead to congestive heart failure.

In the body there are two processes: 1. Cholesterol deposits on the walls of blood vessels as part of the aging process, narrowing the arteries leading to the heart.

2. The body automatically cleans these cholesterol deposits from the bl

No excuses: Get up and get moving

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Exercising can be fun and the benefits are worth the time spent By Ernestine Brown We've heard them all! I can't exercise because........! Well, even those of us with very physical limitations can perform some kind of exercise. It may be something as simple as moving your hands in a rotary fashion, or turning your head from side to side.

But for this column's purpose this month, let's assum

Poll indicates majority of Canadians haven't talked about their wishes for care

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A national Ipsos-Reid poll indicates the majority of Canadians haven't talked about their wishes for care.

Imagine, one day, without any warning, you find yourself in a hospital in a life-threatening situation, unable to communicate. Who would speak for you and make health care decisions on your behalf?
That's a question that all Canadians need to answer and a recent poll indicates that

Enjoy pain free walking

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Do you suffer from muscle, joint and back pain?
According to certified pedorthist Alvin Burnard of Foot FX, many people are surprised to learn that these ailments are related to their feet.

People of all ages who have visited Burnard's orthotics and specialty footwear centre have found relief from daily pain they thought would be with them for life. Burnard's specialized training in the ph

Poll shows Boomers not content with aging prospects

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As many as 85 per cent of Boomers (people aged 45 to 64) say they are not content with their prospects of aging. This statistic was revealed in a recent poll from Revera, a leading provider of seniors' care, accommodation and services.
As the seniors of tomorrow, Boomers want a better aging experience than their parents and grandparents.

And they are not alone. More than two-thirds (70 per

oral health care is vital as we age

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Statistics Canada estimates seniors represent the fastest growing segment of the Canadian population, a segment expected to reach 9.2 million by 2041. As more Canadians age, proper preventive healthcare, including oral health, becomes increasingly important. Today, most seniors can expect to keep most, if not all, their natural teeth and this fact makes it especially essential to maintain regular

Downsize in Almonte

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Randy Ray People in the 50+ age bracket who are looking to downsize into homes with exceptional value in a friendly community close to most amenities, will satisfy their needs in three housing developments being built in Almonte by Neilcorp Homes.

The communities are Riverfront Estates, where Phase Two is under construction, and Creekside Towns and Mill Run where ground is to be brok

St. Lawrence Landing - country-style living in Merrickville

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Randy Ray Country-style living in well-designed homes that cost a fraction of big city prices is the hallmark of St. Lawrence Landing, an enclave of single-family homes being built in Merrickville by Elicor Developments.

Construction of the first 20 homes is under way, with the first buyers expected to take possession this summer. Another 40 homes are to be built in phase two.

Elicor, a

Maple magic

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Ellie Topp While many of us thought the mild winter and the unseasonable March temperatures were wonderful, the early arrival of warm weather does not bode well for the maple syrup harvest. This year, the season for syrup production has been the shortest in 30 years, according to maple producers in Quebec and eastern Ontario.

Sap collection from sugar maple trees requires very specific sp

Maple Crème Brûlée

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

1cup 2%evaporatedmilk 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 2 eggs 1 tbsp packed light brown sugar 1. In a small bowl whisk together milk, syrup and egg. Pour into four 4-ounce custard cups and place cups in a 8 x 8 inch pan. Fill pan with hot water to the depth of the custard in the cups.

2.Bakeina275Fovenfor1to11/2hoursoruntilalmostset, but surface still quivers when shaken gently. Remove cups from pan a

Cobb Coleslaw Salad with Maple Dressing

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

5 cups shredded savoy cabbage 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 medium carrot, coarsely grated 1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken 1 cup diced cucumber 1 hard-cooked egg, quartered 1 tomato, cut into thin wedges 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon, about 4 slices Dressing: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup cider vinegar 2 tsp Dijon mustard Salt a

More about champagne

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Terry Sheehan Here's to Champagne, the drink divine; It helps us forget our troubles It's made with a dollar's worth of wine, And three dollars' worth of bubbles My last column began to tell the story of Champagne, my story based in part on a couple of very enjoyable days I spent in the area in February.

The Champagne area, about 140 kilometres to the east of Paris, is a bit far no

Springtime in the garden

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Katharine Fletcher "April showers bring May flowers." Although this time-honoured saying is a truism, this year's March and early April haven't brought with them the rainfall we gardeners like to see.

Scant precipitation, extremely early melt, and continued unseasonably high temperatures leave us gardeners looking at dry conditions. So far ... Who knows what April and May will bring?

Luxury and nature are hand-in-hand at condos château cartier

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Jayne Rooney If you're looking for a combination of style and convenience, the second phase of Condos Château Cartier's quality condominium residences adjoining the luxurious Château Cartier Hotel and its world-class 18-hole golf course may be just what you've been looking for.

What could be better than living in a tranquil environment offering a full range of recreational facilities and s

condos du rivage: naturally yours

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Jayne Rooney The Condos du Rivage in Aylmer offer mature buyers hassle-free urban living nestled in the heart of one of the National Capital Region's most beautiful natural environments.

If you're ready to downsize and say good-bye to costly home maintenance, take a look at the spacious condominiums situated minutes from Parliament Hill and steps away from the beauty of the Ottawa River.

enjoy the cottage life at frontenac Shores

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Randy Ray At Frontenac Shores cottage lovers are enjoying affordable vacation time in high quality cottages next to a glistening lake within easy driving distance of Ottawa.

Frontenac Shores is a fractional four-seasons development located in eastern Ontario's Land O' Lakes Region about two hours west of Ottawa, where buyers get 1/10 shares in detached and semidetached waterfront two-, thr

Creating a CHEO Legacy

authour@pressmart.com (authour) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CHEO provides many opportunities to make lasting impacts on children and families for many generations to come. When you are plan ning your estate and deciding what you will leave for your own family, why not consider leaving something for the children and families at CHEO as well. This is a way to leave a permanent and meaningful mark on your community for generations to come.

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