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Montreal, Monday March 21, 2016 – The Montreal Olympic Park is celebrating 40 years in style! To mark the occasion, a rich and original program has been put together in collaboration with different partners in order to highlight this milestone event. A permanent component will also be added which includes projects that will change the site for years to come.
The Esplanade Financière Sun Life will be at the heart of the celebrations, with programming that offers many cultural, sports, recreational, and gastronomy-related activities. The Stadium will also join the celebration, hosting many large gatherings that are planned for the coming months. The Olympic Park will commemorate this special year by treating visitors to many memorable moments!
Memories of 1976 : One exhibit, three sites
In partnership with the Musée Dufresne-Nincheri and the Maison de la culture Maisonneuve, the Olympic Park presents Memories of 1976 from June through September—an exhibit at three sites recounting the highlights of the Olympic Park.
- The Olympic Experience, at the Olympic Park
- The Builders at the Maison de la culture Maisonneuve
- The Olympic Park, Architecture Worth Celebrating at Musée Dufresne-Nincheri
The three events of this major exhibit will allow visitors to take a peek behind the scenes at the great adventure that was the Olympic Games. (See other Press Release)
Back to the classics and something new at Esplanade Financière Sun Life:
- The Espace 40e and the Village des athlètes de la Finale des Jeux du Québec – Montréal 2016 at the Esplanade Financière Sun Life.
- The Olympic Park presents the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal on Wednesday August 10th at the Esplanade Financière Sun Life. On the program: The Planets by Gustav Holst.
- First Fridays plus: The biggest gathering of food trucks adds a cultural touch that includes, amongst others, artisans from the east-end of Montreal. From May to October (May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7)
- The Jackalope Action Sports Festival, August 19-20-21. A HUGE surprise is in store!
- Color Me Rad (May 22), Grand défi Pierre Lavoie (May 13-14 and June 18-19), the Fête nationale celebrations (June 24), MONTRÉAL COMPLÈTEMENT CiRQUE (July 9-10), Mini Rogers Cup (July 22 to 24), Portes ouvertes sur les fermes du Québec (September 11), Y'a QuelQu'un l'aut'bord du mur, and many more events to come.
Program at the Olympic Stadium:
- Blue Jays baseball (April 1-2)
- Impact soccer (April 9)
- The Monster & FMX Spectacular (April 16)
- The Expo Grands Travaux Show (April 22-23)
- Autorama Montreal (September 30-October 2)
- Montreal Fall Home Expo (October 20-23)
- The Finale des Jeux du Québec (July 17-25)*
- And more events to come
* The 2016 Finale des Jeux du Québec will be held at the Olympic Park 40 years to the day of the Opening Ceremonies for the Olympic Games. To mark the occasion, a torch relay will be held March 22 during various sports gatherings throughout Montreal. (See other Press Release)
Showcasing the Olympic Park
Many permanent projects will see the light of day throughout 2016, including:
- The Esplanade Financière Sun Lifegarden: The 100 sector of the Esplanade continues its transformation into an urban oasis, open June through September. In collaboration with Pépinière & Co., the site will be rethought thanks to a collective ideation process to help stimulate the cultural, societal and economic development of the area. Urban agriculture and furniture will be added to open up the site and make it more accessible to locals.
- Time Frieze on Pierre-De Coubertin avenue: Some 15 panels will be installed along Pierre-De Coubertin avenue, showcasing photos from the biggest events in the last 40 years at the Olympic Park. This installation will give tourists and locals a chance to discover the history behind the jewel of Mercier - Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.
• Publication of two works about the Olympic Stadium: Two books about the Olympic Stadium are set to be launched during the summer of 2016. 40 ans d'émotions by historian Benoît Clairoux uses descriptive stories and many photos to tell the tales of events big and small held at the Olympic Stadium since its construction. Stadorama is a collection of works edited by journalist Catherine Mathys. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the monument that boasts the inclined tower, she gathered together various points of view—different and complementary—to pay homage to this giant of east-end Montreal, which sparked the imagination of the people of the city and province alike.


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CEO Incentive Pay Gets a Makeover
Being measured is nothing new for top healthcare leaders, but for many, renewed board focus on the future means that leaders are being measured based on an increasingly complex conglomeration of performance targets.
Measures and metrics are starting to better define healthcare success, and that's a good thing. It's all part of being more accountable about costs and waste in an industry that's infamous for both. But that measurement isn't just for reforming wasteful processes or measuring patient compliance or satisfaction anymore: Now it's right in the middle of the C-suite.
That means more of your compensation is at risk, or as is said, 'dependent' on these measures. Where it gets interesting is the kinds of new measures that are being introduced by active boards around the country that determine more and more of compensation.
Being measured is nothing new for top leadership, but what they're being measured on is changing rapidly, according to Andrew Chastain, managing director of the southeast region and vice chairman of the board at Witt/Kieffer, a well-known healthcare executive search and consulting firm.
Those who would like to see healthcare emulate other industries in terms of rigor around performance targets are getting their wish.
"It used to be that incentive compensation was around the financials and it defined quality as patient satisfaction," he says. "Now it's literal outcomes."

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What about my digital footprint?
A few days ago I learned that in one of our online courses, a student declined participating in a class assignment. This assignment required student teams to follow an online lecture and respond to associated questions in a group wiki. The student explained that by posting to the wiki, it would increase his digital footprint.


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Design Trends 2017- She Sheds vs. Man Caves
Customized, Gender-specific spaces for work and play
January 12, 2017
When Joy Wilkins decided to renovate an old storage structure into a "she shed" to house her jewelry business, she found that what was important to her—quiet location, private setting, attractive landscaping—wasn't even on her husband's radar. Wilkins' husband, Jerry, president of Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, in Oakland, Calif., and an avid race car enthusiast, had his own tricked-out man cave.
"Jerry had his man cave in the garage with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a sound system, bright lights, and open access to the front set up for entertaining," Wilkins says. "I just wanted a simple getaway where I could enjoy some privacy, and a place where my creativity can blossom."
With the soaring popularity of she sheds—the female version of man caves—remodelers are finding distinct gender differences when it comes to renovating "retreat" spaces. Many women want a secluded escape, while men prefer to entertain friends. Women tend to value simplicity over high-tech gadgetry, and while men appreciate the fun atmosphere of a game room, they don't place much value on decorative landscaping, which is high on most women's list of desirables.
Here, Pro Remodeler highlights some of those key differences in a visual journey through customized gender-specific spaces. See more ideas here.


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Copy output of Terminal Buffer
I did an update using Synaptic and some errors showed up, so I thought it would be a good idea to save the terminal buffer output to a file. But first I checked my system using grep -r "Preconfiguring packages" * to see if the file was already there somewhere, but was unable to find it. I tried to copy and paste the contents, but was unable to copy the output to the clipboard. I searched Google on this, but haven't found an answer. I did, however, learn that I can read what scrolls by in the terminal buffer by pressing shift page up and page down. I also searched the forum here and found 6 results for terminal buffer... but none of them had any info on copying the terminal buffer output. I guess there is no file because it was just echoed... but is there a way to copy this info besides typing it out in a text editor? Is there a way to > logfile.log for upgrades using synaptic?
TIA for any suggestions,
Don't know about Synaptic, but you can log the output of any command on the command line using the tee utility. For example,
apt-get dist-upgrade | tee /tmp/apt.log
In general, you can copy text to the clipboard by dragging your mouse with the left button pressed. Then you can paste the highlighted text in another terminal or application by pressing the middle mouse button. This doesn't work in all applications, though.
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Collaboration within the EuroTech Universities Alliance goes beyond the activities in the four main Focus Areas. The EuroTech Universities Alliance is a dynamic network open to bottom up definition of joint initiatives across education, research, entrepreneurship as well as science management.
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The Alliance has stimulated and guided joint research projects within areas of green technologies. The EuroTech Universities have complementary experimental facilities and competences in this domain. The GreenTech initiative has promoted research on a scale that could not be achieved by one partner alone. The projects offer a platform for young researchers to collaborate across the EuroTech Universities, with PhD projects, mobility for postdocs and thematic summer schools.
Energy Efficient Buildings & Communities (EEBC)
The research groups involved from the partner universities each have their own specialized focus in the field of EEBC. The project has investigated how resources can be used more efficiently in the building sector and to increase energy efficiency. Overlapping and complementary competences benefit both research and education. The three-year project was awarded support from the Alliance in early 2012.
Interface Science for Photovoltaics (ISPV)
This initiative has furthered the development of future photovoltaic technologies by combining the knowledge from the fields of thin film and organic photovoltaics. ISPV has focused on fundamental issues within solar cell research, bringing together two disciplines: thin film solar cells and polymer solar cells. The three-year project was awarded support from the Alliance in late 2012.
Wind Farms (Wind)
The goal of the Wind project is to make wind energy production efficient while lowering noise emission through fundamental insights into the interaction between atmospheric turbulence, wind turbines and terrain. The three-year project was awarded support from the Alliance in 2013.
Innovative Doctoral Training
As a core part of their mission to contribute to addressing societal challenges and to educating the workforce of tomorrow, leading universities of science and technology have developed innovative models of doctoral training. The EuroTech Universities Alliance has served as an active platform for exchange for its member graduate schools and engaged in the European policy dialogue on a number of occasions, be it individually or with other networks of leading European Universities of Science & Technology.
Joint PhD Course Database
On 1 October 2014, the Graduate Schools across the EuroTech Universities launched a joint EuroTech PhD Course Database, a real testimonial of the intensive cooperation within the Alliance. The aim of the database is to increase visibility of and cooperation on PhD courses across the four universities. The rise in mobility among doctoral researchers will result in a more rational utilization of resources and in more research cooperation. The database contains all PhD courses from the four partner universities – both technical and non-technical – which are open and free to all doctoral candidates registered at one of the universities.
Joint Supervision of Doctoral Candidates
Formally signed by the Presidents of the EuroTech Universities, the Joint Supervision agreement between EuroTech's Graduate Schools aims to ensure a better doctoral experience and more formal recognition of the co-supervision in the thesis and the award diploma.
The EuroTech Universities offer several joint MSc programmes within selected areas. These programmes are developed bilaterally between two universities in the Alliance.
1:1 MSc programmes
The 1:1 MSc programmes are of two years' duration and have the following key features:
The EuroTech Universities currently offer the following 1:1 MSc programmes:
Double Degree MSc programme
Double Degree programmes are usually of two to three years duration. After studies at both institutions, students are awarded one diploma from each institution. The EuroTech Universities currently offer one double degree programme:
This programme enables students to graduate from TUM as well as from EPFL after having successfully completed the defined programme of engineering studies. Applicants are selected jointly. TUM students spend the first three semesters at EPFL, then finish with one semester and a master thesis at TUM. EPFL students start their studies at their home institution, after two semesters continue with two semesters and a master thesis at TUM.
Staff and student exchange
With a long tradition of bilateral exchange of students and staff, the EuroTech Universities have launched pilot projects to improve and structure the exchange opportunities.


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Jamie has been practicing Bikram Yoga for nearly 9 years. She has practiced regularly through her first, and now second pregnancy.
As a registered nurse with an M.D. husband, read how she made her decision to keep practicing Bikram Yoga while pregnant.
Q: What were the main benefits you received by maintaining a steady practice while pregnant?
A: Before I was pregnant, my yoga practice kept me fit and calm. I found that once I was pregnant the benefits were the same. Practicing helped me maintain my physical strength through the entirety of my pregnancy. I haven't experienced any back pain with either pregnancy and have been able to carry the weight well. I haven't had my second baby yet, but when I labored with my first, the breathing practices from Bikram translated directly into the delivery room. I am now seven days away from my due date and still have not experienced any swelling in my ankles. I know that the heat in the room during class has helped with my circulation and kept swelling and varicose veins at bay. It's no secret that Bikram is challenging, but that challenge has helped me build my perseverance. The practice has made me feel calm and centered even when I'm chasing my toddler and anticipating the changes that will come with our new baby. With so much going on, Bikram gave me the time to connect with my baby and be mindful of the physical changes I was going through.
Q: Most doctors are concerned about exercising in a high heat environment like Bikram Yoga. What did you find out, and what made you feel comfortable continuing to practice? Did your husband and doctor share their concerns? What got them comfortable?
A: People are understandably concerned when there hasn't been a published study proving the safety of something during pregnancy. My husband and I were similarly worried with my first pregnancy and so researched the topic extensively before I continued my practice. What we realized was that hot yoga was getting lumped in with getting in a hot tub or having a high grade fever, but the difference we found with Bikram was that sweating allowed me to maintain my core body temperature within one degree. The first few times I got back on the mat after conceiving the first time, I brought a thermometer with me. Having data on my own body validated everything we found in our research. Aside from my own research, I have watched so many women carry their practice through their pregnancies and give birth to happy Bikram Yoga babies, so that only increased my comfort. Now that I'm pregnant with my second, I also have the reassurance of my first child's robust health.
Q: How did you modify your practice during your pregnancy, and how often did you practice?
A: Whether I'm pregnant or not, I try to practice three times a week. In terms of modifying my practice, I took it easy during my first trimester. If I was feeling really fatigued or nauseous, I let myself off the hook. On days where I was feeling up to practicing, I found a lot of comfort in my instructor's extensive knowledge about modifications. There is such a culture at Pure Bikram of supporting mothers, particularly through offering babysitting and showing how to safely practice through all stages of pregnancy.
Q: Can you contrast your practice between your first and second pregnancies?
A: They were actually really similar for me, which has been reassuring. With so many changes on the horizon, it's nice to have some things be exactly as you expect!
Q: What other thoughts would you like to share with your fellow moms and new moms?
A: The most important piece of advice I have is to listen to your body. If you are tired, take a break. If a pose doesn't feel comfortable, ask your instructor for modifications or just sit it out. Having an established practice gave me the confidence to use my common sense about what was right for me.
I appreciate Bikram Yoga even more when I'm pregnant. My body has changed so much, and practicing has kept me relaxed and feeling good rather than impatient with the process.
Original source: http://pureyogaaustin.com/be-inspired/practicing-bikram-yoga-through-pregnancy


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RV vacations are getting way trendy, but the good news is, they're easier on your budget than you might realize. In fact, with a little careful planning and smart choices, you can design an exciting trip that comes in at under $200 a day, something that few other vacations can boast.
Here are 4 tips and ideas for keeping your trip under budget:
1. Eat In
It can be tempting, especially if it's your first time on the road, to spend a lot of your mealtimes at restaurants and fast food joints. But takeout gets expensive pretty quickly, especially when you have the ease and convenience of a kitchen quite literally at your fingertips. Pick up the necessities for some easy, basic meals (you really don't want to get too elaborate on the road) at a local supermarket and grab some charcoal. Make use of campground grills and enjoy the ever changing scenery with home cooked meals. A small crock pot or slow cooker can be another great time and money saver when it comes to food on the go.
2. Keep Your Tires Properly Inflated
It may not be something that you associate with saving money, but keeping the tires on your rented RV properly inflated will not only make it easier to drive and handle, but it will save you money over the cost of the trip on gas, as well.
3. Bring Essentials with You
Remembering to pack basics at the beginning of your trip–including things like sunscreen, charcoal, phone chargers, insect repellent, and hygiene essentials–will save you some cash as well, since these things will cost quite a bit more on the road at places like convenience stores and gas stations.
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If possible, plan your vacation for off-peak seasons. You'll most likely pay a lot more for your RV rental during holiday weekends, and at the height of summer. That's also when campground fees are at their height–and when crowds are thickest. So shave some money off the entirety of your trip by picking a less clamored-for date.
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Reading John Gruber's Native Apps Are Part of the Web feels like reading a George Orwell novel. Gruber argues that native apps are simply alternative interfaces to HTML, but that they both connect to the same back-end. Therefore, they are part of the web. What he's describing is a client-server app, which was the predecessor model to web applications. As an industry we abandoned the client-server model in the late 1990's because web applications were less expensive to build, more maintainable, and less brittle over the long-term.
John says "users love apps". True, unless they're not available on the users platform of choice. Take, for example, recent flights that I've been on where in flight entertainment systems have been replaced by iPads and streaming video. What if you don't have an iPad? The helpful folks at the airlines will rent you an iPad for your trip. I know I love shelling out extra cash to airlines to watch a movie.
"Developers love apps", Gruber writes. It's true that developers love the revenue opportunities from apps, but they don't love the fragmentation that multiple proprietary platforms require – APIs, marketplaces, media formats, etc. As a developer, your choice is to invest three or four times as much to have apps on multiple platforms as a single HTML app would cost; provided of course that all platform vendors implemented HTML5 to a consistent level. And they don't. Sigh… feels like Netscape vs Microsoft in 1995, doesn't it?
The promise of HTML5 was that we could finally get to a unified and rich app model across all operating systems. Too bad that didn't happen.
No, those who love native apps the most are the platform vendors. Apps make customers sticky to platforms. Apps are the walled garden that deny users freedom of choice.
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A classic of modern aesthetics, the Philosophical Enquiry into the Origin of our Ideas of the Sublime and the Beautiful remains both influential and engaging.
From the awesome thrill of the sublime to the delightful perfection of the beautiful, Edmund Burke (1729–97) gives an involving account of our sensory, imaginative and judgemental process and its relation to artistic pleasure. This edition also includes several of Burke's early political works which illustrate that, despite his later opposition to the Revolution in France, he took a liberal and humane view of society and government.
This authoritative edition has securely established texts and, in his illuminating introduction, David Womersley clearly reveals the cross-pollination of Burke's aesthetic and political thinking: the power exercised by art and the art of exercising power.


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Sea ice extent in the Arctic fell to 483,000 square km (186,000 square miles) on August 13, a new record
The Arctic Ocean is feeling
hot, hot, hot
, says new report released by the U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Center.
According to the report, sea ice extent in the Arctic dropped to a record low on August 13, and will continue dropping to new record lows by the end of the month.
Sea ice extent, which measures the amount of sea ice remaining in the ocean, fell to 483,000 square km (186,000 square miles) on August 13. This was a dip from the previous record low on the same date back in 2007.
But that's not the end of it. The Arctic sea ice is expected to continue melting through mid to late September, but more record lows have been predicted for the end of this month.
"A new daily record would be likely by the end of August," said Ted Scambos, lead scientist at the U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Center. "Chances are it will cross the previous record while we are still in ice retreat."
The news of a new record hasn't surprised many among the environmental community. This may be because the Arctic neared record lows last year, according to climate physics Professor Seymour Laxon from University College London. It almost seemed inevitable that this would happen at some point. "Rapid" melting occurred in June of this year as well with 100,000 square km melting daily.
However, Laxon worries that this rate of melting will adjust the prediction for an ice-free Arctic in summer. Previous reports estimated that the Arctic will have an
ice-free summer in 2100
based on melting at that time, but when the 2007 low hit, this estimate was brought to the 2030-2040 range. Scientists are now concerned that this year's lows will bring that date even closer, which is problematic because the melting of sea ice means warming of the oceans. Sea ice keeps the Earth's temperature controlled.
Global warming always seems to be a hot topic (pun intended). A recent controversial report released by James Hansen at NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies claimed that
global warming has caused hotter summers
since 1980, but many question the merit of his opinions based on his position on climate change.
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The Osengi were a fascinating species. One of the many that formed a part of the Prothean collective, they were unique in that their brains were diffuse skeins of neurones throughout their body. When the Reapers, in their arrogance, came to harvest them they saw the potential in the small insectoid quadrupeds and made the decision to form them into a capital class Reaper of the Nsoma subtype, longer and thinner than the more prevalent Nazara, Norozo and Nyrynthis subtypes, with a more powerful, longer range main cannon that had a lower fire rate, a Reaper sniper for want of a better description. Since every capital Reaper had four personal attendant destroyers, it was selected to make two of the streamlined Soort subtype, optimised for space warfare with a dangerous long range, rapid fire main gun supplemented by numerous secondary cannon in the tentacles, and the other two of the Shasyr subtype, blockier and more resilient but lacking secondary weapons in the tentacles, ideal for ground operation. Of course what they didn't count on was that the Osengi, when assimilated into the nascent Reaper, linked their diffuse neurological structures into a single web that housed a single consciousness, increasing in power exponentially with every mind that joined. Approximately halfway to completion the nascent mind reached a critical mass that overwhelmed the indoctrination. Inadvertently, blinded by hubris, the first Reaper that was immune to indoctrination was crafted. It was a simple matter for the Reaper Osengi to remove the taint from its attendant destroyers and slip away. Harbinger didn't bother checking if every Reaper was accounted for - after all, ancient homicidal AIs hardly needed babysitting - and so the first five unindoctrinated Reapers, freshly clad in a coat of brilliant white and decorated with golden engravings from the cultures of the species they once were, were free to prepare the galaxy for the arrival of their dark brethren.


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Sprint PCS Sprint Wireless Sprint lies about deposit amount required to activate line and turnes off phone without warning 17 days later. Internet
Until 17 days later!!! My phones where turned off without notice!!!
After signing into my account I had a somehow managed to rack up over $300 in charges in 2 weeks! I was on unlimited plan and received no bill, email, txt nor phone call that I had gone over my limit the SAME day I activated the phone. Sprint customer service advised me that I still owed them $100 in a deposit I never paid. I told them that they only required a $50 deposit and that is what I paid at the store due to the credit they pulled on the company. Also I was suppose to receive a credit on the account that they did onto my personal account and not my business account as they stated they would.
I explained to Sprint customer care that I would be willing to pay the extra $100 in 2 weeks when our accounts receive funds but they where unwilling to do that but they said if I paid another $50 they could leave it on till the end of the month. I PAID OUT OF MY OWN PERSONAL ACCOUNT AND NOT THE COMPANY FUNDS. Another day later I was OFF again!!! When I contacted them again they told me that I still had to pay another $50 and their was nothing they could do for me AT ALL!!! That I had to pay the full amount!!!!
Even when I threatened to cancel the accounts they told me that was my choice, but I would be required to pay early termination fees. That there was still nothing that they would do to reconcile for them lying to get my business. I reported them to the FCC and was a pain getting a hold of Sprint even when the FCC got involved. This is how it went...
1986149 FCC Inquiry 12-C00408221
This company admitted to their own fault, that their manager did something that was not in their guidelines. Even stating "We will be contacting the manager to reprimand him in this situation". They are still unwilling to resolve this issue stating "Due to the economy their is nothing we can do for you... you will still need to pay the early termination fees, even if you come back to us". No bill was received via email text and phone call, prior to the phones being turned off leaving me to call and research to find out what was going on. This being all done 3 days after the point of no return (2 weeks) in locking us into a contract that had early termination fees. I will be contacting the BBB and the 3 credit agencies about this situation that has now damaged my credit, and loss of $800 in equipment that I cant use due to false misrepresentation by Sprint reps and their customer service. It is adamant that this company just doesn't care.
YOU CANT HELP ME DUE TO THE ECONOMY!!!!!! You admit the fault but this is the excuse you give me!!!! These people are destroying my credit for their lies!!!!
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Darfuri Muslims Help Build Church as Sign of Peace
Darfuri Muslims are working with Christians to build a church in Southern Sudan as a symbol of reconciliation and gratitude.
The Muslims, members of the Darfur Students Association at the University of Juba, say they want to express gratitude to Lopez Lomong, a Sudan-born American track and field athlete who has publicly urged China to pressure the Sudanese government to end the conflict in Darfur.
Lomong had the honor of carrying the U.S. flag in the Opening Ceremony at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. He is a member of Team Darfur, a coalition of Olympic athletes that call for the end to the violence against Darfurians.
"We appreciate that Lopez stood up for us in Beijing," said Rudwan Dawod, president of the Darfur Students Association at the University of Juba, in a statement this week. "We are helping to build this church to show we never again want the people of Darfur to be used against their brothers in the South."
Around 200 Darfuri Muslims have volunteered to build the Roman Catholic church in Kimotong, Southern Sudan – the home village of Lomong. The construction process began in January and is slated to be completed this fall.
"As Sudanese Christians celebrate Holy Week, we want them all to know about this church," said Dr. Abdelgabar Adam, the president of Darfur Human Rights Organizations USA. "It is our way, as Darfuri Muslims, to thank every Sudanese Christian who has helped us in our hour of need.
"We need our brothers in the South to stand with us now more than ever, so that we will have a just peace," added Adam, whose organization is partnering with Kansas-based non-profit group Sudan Sunrise in sponsoring the reconciliation church project.
Composed of American and Sudanese Christians and Muslims, Sudan Sunrise works to achieve reconciliation and end the oppression in Sudan. The organization also works with Sudanese born former NBA player Manute Bol, who at 7'7'' is the tallest player in NBA history.
Bol lost 250 family members at the hands of the Muslim North during the Second Sudanese Civil War. He is working with Sudan Sunrise to build 41 schools that will benefit Southern Sudanese Christian, Darfurian and Muslim children alike.
"Muslims are not my enemies," Bol said, according to Sudan Sunrise. "They are my brothers."
The Darfurian Muslims who are helping to build the church in Lomong's home village will also be helping to build Bol's first school. It was actually the Muslim-Christian joint effort for Bol's school that led to the vision of reconciliation church.
"The people of Kimotong were so happy to welcome our brothers and sisters from Darfur," recalled Lomong. "We are all so excited about this church. It's awesome to have Northerners help build it. This church will be a symbol to all of Sudan that we can live in peace."
South Sudan's representative to the United States, Ezekiel Gatkuoth, also gave his blessings to reconciliation church.
"I hope the world will take notice of this church, which symbolizes the determination of so many Sudanese to find a peaceful way forward," said Gatkuoth. "We are so proud of having one of our sons, Lopez Lomong, represent Sudan in the Beijing Olympics. Mr. Lomong's continued work for peace and reconciliation is deeply appreciated."
Since 2003, more than 200,000 people have been killed and 2.7 million displaced by ongoing conflicts in the western region of Darfur. The Sudanese Arab government is accused of unleashing Arab nomads against Darfurian civilians after the latter rebelled against the government.
A U.N. estimate earlier this year claimed that more than four million Darfurians remain directly affected by the conflict, both in Darfur and neighboring Chad. Many of these people have been living in temporary camps for up to six years and heavily rely on international aid to survive.
Lomong, though not a Darfurian, is also a victim of the Khartoum government. He is a Sudanese "Lost Boy" – the term used to describe the thousands of boys from Southern Sudan who were displaced or orphaned during the Second Sudanese Civil War, which killed about two million people between 1983 to 2005.
The United States has accepted thousands of these Lost Boys as refugees, among which Lomong is one. He came to the United States at age 16 and became a U.S. citizen in 2007.
In January, Lomong and five Darfurian Muslim students went to his home village to make compressed earth blocks for the church. The Sudanese-American athlete has returned to the United States to compete in track competitions and is also trying to raise funds for the $85,000 church through Sudan Sunrise.


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Provo, UT: Sept. 11, 2015 – The Great American Rivalry Series is proud to announce that it will feature a Utah Valley rivalry with the Timpview Thunderbirds and the Provo Bulldogs in the Series' fifth weekend of games for 2015. This year's rivalry game will be presented by the United States Marine Corps and played on Friday, September 18 at Timpview's home field. Featuring some of the longest running rivalries in high school football, the 2015 Great American Rivalry Series will feature 100 showdowns nationwide. All of these great games come with great football, hard earned sweat and a heavy dose of hometown pride.
For the 12th year, the Great American Rivalry Series has selected an exclusive collection of top-notch rivalries across the country, covering 40 states and over 100 cities throughout the country. Wrapped in tradition, these annual battles excite entire communities, while celebrating the schools, their teams, and their fans. We Know Friday NightsTM
This will be the 37th meeting of the Thunderbirds and Bulldogs in a rivalry that began in 1977. Timpview, which has 11 State Titles, leads the series 29-7. The Thunderbirds have won the State title each year since 2012 and their Coach, Cary Whittingham, is the first high school coach in Utah to win three consecutive state championship titles.
The winning team earns year-long bragging rights and will take home the Great American Rivalry Series Champions trophy, presented by the Marines. The game's Most Valuable Player and the top student-athlete from each school are also recognized as part of the Series. Along with these awards, an alumnus from each school will be inducted into the 12th class of the Great American Rivalry Series Hall of Fame.
You can find more information at GreatAmericanRivalry.com or through the Series' Twitter (@AmericanRivalry), Facebook, YouTube and Instagram accounts. Previews and past results will be posted throughout the season with details of the teams and the history of the rivalries, and after the game. Fans can relive the excitement with photo galleries and game recaps.
Fans can add to the intensity of the rivalry via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram using #GreatAmericanRivalry. The Rivalry can also be found on Pinterest (AmericanRivalry) and YouTube. Fan photos posted with this hashtag may be featured on the Great American Rivalry Series website's new Fan Photo Gallery, Pinterest Page and promoted via our other social media outlets.


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ProgressiveRC Junsi iCharger 208B
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High power, high current, high performance—that's what you'll find in the iCharger! It can achieve output conversion efficiency of over 90%, reducing power intake and heat buildup. Plus, it's compact and easy to transport.
Specifications:Input voltage: 4.5-32V DC Charge current: 0.05-20A Dicharge current: 0.05-20A Max charge capacity: 350W at 18V+ input Max discharge capacity: 30W Max external discharge: 600W @30V/20A Current drain for balancing: 350mA Balance accuracy: 10mV Lithium cells: 1-8 LiPo/LiIo/LiFe NiCd/NiMh cells: 1-25 Lead cells: 1-18 (2-36V) Battery memories: 10 Weight: 14.8 oz (420g) Length: 5.6 in (143 mm) Width: 3.8 in (97 mm) Depth: 1 in (26 mm)
- Two input power options—bullet connectors or alligator clips
- LiPo, LiIo, LiFe compatibility with integrated cell balancer
- Automatic cooling fan and high-temp cutoff
- 10 battery profile memories
- 2 x 16 backlit LCD screen showing mode, current, voltage, charge time, temp, and more
- Lots of charge/discharge settings and cycles
- Lithium battery monitor with alarms
- Electric motor test mode
- Foam cutter drive
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Everyone at Happy Cats Haven is so thankful for all the support from people from all walks of life who care about the kitties. We are entirely donation supported and couldn't do it without all of you!
Natalia of Girl Scout Troupe 543 just finished a HUGE project making cat beds out of t-shirts. These colorful beds will wash up nicely and make our colonies extra cheery, for both our cats and our visitors. Plus, what a great use for old t-shirts. Thank you so much, Natalie!
Speaking of beds…and food, litter, toys, cleaning and office supplies…the National Honor Society students of Liberty High School honored us with a huge donation of Huggy Beds and toys they made themselves, plus lots of other goodies! We have enough beds that we can offer them to our adopters with each adoption, helping our kitties transition in style to their new homes. Thank you, everyone!
Our friends Lauren and Sara at All Breed Rescue & Training received a dog food donation that also included cat food, which they shared with us. We in turn shared it with many Colony Managers in need for their street kitties. It's often those who have the least who are the most generous with the cats in need, so we feel honored to be able to help them out.
Also, our friends at the Monument PetSmart have gifted us with the Petsmart Authority canned food we use for our seniors and special needs cats, along with dry food which we pass along to those in need. This helps to greatly lower our food costs.
We were invited to help celebrate the life of one of our earliest volunteers, Marsha Miller, at a benefit concert. Marsha loved kitties and shared that love with our cats, including fostering Pepsi and Jinx (now Jessie). Her friends and family passed the hat for a wonderful donation which will be used to name one of the colonies after her. Even better, her husband Chuck adopted Sharkey from us, paying forward Marsha's love for cats. Thank you everyone!
Thank also to everyone who turned out for Sky Heartsong's readings and talk April 25-26! Special thanks to Sky who was kind enough to stay late both days to help extra people.
Momcat Jenga and several other kitties especially appreciate everyone's donations to our medical fund to help them with dentals. They'll be pain-free now when they go off to their forever families.
Happy Cats is now able to receive recurring donations through a couple of different sites, Colorado Gives (click on the Donate Now button) and our regular Paypal account, below. We depend on our donors for everything from food & litter to veterinary care to the roof over our kitties' heads. We have several donors who are helping us monthly, which is such a blessing to be able to count on their support. Rest assured that anything you can spare will be put to good use, helping us to help the cats.
Thank you so much for everything you do to help!
The volunteers, cats & kittens thank you!


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Dr Jagadeesha Takes Charge as New Deputy commissioner of DK
Mangaluru: Dr Jagadeesha K G took charge as the Deputy commissioner of Dakshina Kannada, at the DC office here on August 1.
Dr Jagadeesha was the DC of Kalaburgi District. Before his transfer to DK district, he was working as the Managing director of Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation.
His predecessor DC A B Ibrahim had handed over the charge to the CEO of ZP Sreevidya on July 30, after the felicitation programme held by the district administration at the DC office.
Dr Jagadeesha took Charge from ZP CEO Sreevidya on August 1, morning at 10:00 am at the DC office.
ADC Kumar escorted Dr Jagadeesha to the DC office. Information Officer Khader Shah and DC office Tahsildar Manikya were also present.


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Day 01, Arrival Nairobi
Met by our representative on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to Norfolk Hotel or similar in Nairobi for overnight. Our company representative will brief you on the safari and the general conditions during your stay in Kenya. Have an overnight stay at the Norfolk Hotel or similar on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Day 02, Aberdare National Park
Depart after breakfast for the mountainous Aberdare National Park arriving in time for lunch at the Aberdare Country Club (180 kms). You will be check-in at the Aberdare Country Club for overnight. After lunch you will be transferred by lodge vehicle with an overnight bag to the Ark or similar. Game viewing is from the lodge balcony. Dinner and overnight at the Ark. (Main safari luggage will be stored at the Aberdare Country Club to be collected on departure)
Day 03, Aberdare National Park- Samburu National Reserve
Early morning transfer by lodge vehicle to Aberdare Country Club for breakfast. After breakfast and collecting your stored luggage depart for the semi-arid and rugged landscape of Samburu National Reserve driving North (220kms). You will arrive in time for lunch at the Samburu Intrepids Camp or Similar. After lunch proceed on an afternoon game drive returning to the Camp by late evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04, Samburu National Reserve
An early morning game drive before breakfast, breakfast served after the game drive. Enjoy the lodge facilities the rest of the morning. Lunch at the Camp is followed by a game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Intrepids Camp or Similar
Day 05, Samburu National Reserve– Mount Kenya National Park
Leave Samburu after breakfast driving to the slopes of Mount Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch (170kms) at the Mount Kenya Safari Club. Rest while you enjoy the lodge facilities in the afternoon at the Club. Dinner and overnight at the Mount Kenya Safari Club
Day 06, Mount Kenya National Park- Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast you will be transferred to Nanyuki airstrip for a scheduled flight by light aircraft to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve (approx 1½ hrs). Met on arrival at the Mara airstrip by lodge vehicle and driver guide and transferred to the Mara Safari Club. After lunch at the Mara Safari Club proceed for an afternoon game drive. Have dinner and overnight at the Mara Safari Club. (Baggage Allowance maximum of 15 kgs per person preferable in soft bags)
Day 07, Masai Mara Game Reserve
An early morning game drive is followed by breakfast. (Optional Balloon Safari with bubbly bush breakfast-extra charge) Rest after the game drive at the lodge enjoying the lodge facilities. Lunch at the Club is followed by a game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Mara Safari Club.
Day 08, Masai Mara Game Reserve --Nairobi
After breakfast transferred to the Mara airstrip for flight by light aircraft to Nairobi. Met on arrival at the Wilson Airport, Nairobi and transferred for your chosen option or for flight return home.
Included in the price of the Safari
· Airport transfers in Nairobi
· Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Days 02-06.
· Breakfast and lunch on Day 07
· Transport in our 4*4 safari vehicles
· Seasoned English speaking driver/guide
· Unlimited game drives in the above mentioned parks and reserves (No night game drives)
· Park entry fees to the above mentioned national parks and game reserves
· Mineral water while on game drive
Not included in the price of the safari
· International flights and visa fees or any domestic flight
· Laundry, souvenirs and telephone calls
· Tips
· Change in itinerary
· Additional food / beverage such as liquor whiskey or gin
· Medical, travel or cancellation insurance
· Maasai Village Visit,
· Hot Air Balloon Safari in Masai Mara
Important Note:
Your home flight from Nairobi should be booked so that it doesn't depart earlier than 6pm 18hrs on your last day (day 10). Don't forget to carry enough sunscreen, mosquito repellant, sun glasses, enough clothes and other personal belonging. You may carry up to 25 kilos of luggage per person.
Listed below are hotels/lodges/resorts that the safari tour operator can accomodate for you.


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Q. How can I immigrate to BC?
A. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) establishes immigration policy and makes decisions about who can enter Canada. There are several programs that can help you and your family come to British Columbia. You can apply for permanent residence under the following categories: Federal Skilled Workers, Family Sponsorship, Investors, Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed, Canadian Experience Class, Skilled Trades Workers, Provincial Nominee, and Refugees. You can apply for temporary residence under the following categories: Foreign Students, Temporary Foreign Workers, and Visitors.
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A. There is no standard time for processing immigration applications. It depends on the type of application, where the application was sent, and how many applications are being processed.
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Q. Do I need to hire someone to help with my immigration application?
A. You do not need to hire anyone to help you with your immigration application. If you decide to work with someone, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has rules about who can help you. Only a paid representative can charge a fee or receive payment to represent or advise you on a Canada immigration application. Paid representatives include lawyers and paralegals (who are members in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society) and immigration consultants (who are members in good standing of the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council). Unpaid representatives can act in the same way as paid representatives, but they cannot be paid for the service. Unpaid representatives include family members, friends, non-profit groups and religious groups.
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Arriving in BC
Q. What do I need to prepare before coming to BC?
A. While you are waiting for your visa or permit, there are some things that you can do to prepare for your new life in British Columbia. You can learn about the region and community where you plan to move. You can find a place to stay when you first arrive. You can gather your documents, such as professional certificates and school records, and get them translated into English by a certified translator. You can also start to learn English.
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Q. What items can I bring with me when I move to BC?
A. You can bring your personal and household goods with you, or you can send them later, without paying duty. To qualify, you must have owned, possessed and used the goods before coming to Canada. You will need to fill out a B4 Personal Effects Accounting Document, which asks for a list of all the goods and their value. When you arrive in Canada, you will need to give the completed document to the customs officer, even if you are not bringing any goods at that time. You may also bring money, but if you bring more than C$10,000 (or the equivalent in another currency), you will need to declare it and fill out a Cross-Border Currency or Monetary Instruments Report. If you do not declare the money, you may need to pay a fine or face penalties.
For more information:
- Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada: Bringing Goods to Canada
- Community Airport Newcomers Network: What You Can Bring to Canada
Q. What is the weather like in BC?
A. British Columbia is a large province, and the climate is very different from one region to another. On the South Coast (e.g. Vancouver, Victoria), the climate is mild year-round. In the Interior and Central Regions (e.g. Kelowna, Kamloops), the summers are hot and the winters are cold and snowy. In the North (e.g. Prince George, Fort St John), the winters are long and cold with lots of snow, and the summers are short. On the North Coast (e.g. Prince Rupert, Kitimat), there is a lot of rain in the spring, summer and fall, and the winters are cold.
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Q. Is there someone who can help me when I arrive in BC?
A. You should contact your local settlement agency as soon as possible. They can help you and your family set up your new life in British Columbia. If you arrive at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), you should find the Community Airport Newcomers Network (CANN). They are located in the immigration and customs area. They can help you with landing procedures, information and orientation on settlement in Canada, and links to settlement agencies in your new community.
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Leaving BC
Q. Do I need a Permanent Resident (PR) card to travel back to Canada?
A. If you are a Permanent Resident (PR), you will need to show that you and your family, including children, have valid PR status when you return to Canada. If you are traveling by commercial carrier, such as a train, plane, boat or bus, you need to have a valid PR card or a valid PR travel document (PRTD) to re-enter Canada. If you are traveling in a private vehicle, such as your own car, you may be able to show other immigration documents. If you have applied for a new PR card, you can travel with your old PR card as long as it is still valid.
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Q. Does the Medical Services Plan of BC (MSP) cover me when I am outside of BC?
A. The Medical Services Plan of British Columbia (MSP) will help pay for unexpected medical services that you receive anywhere in the world. The services must be medically required, provided by a licensed physician, and normally insured by MSP. If you are in another province of Canada, except Quebec, MSP will pay for unexpected medical services. If you are in Quebec or outside of Canada, you will need to pay for the services and apply for reimbursement. Items that are not covered include services by other practitioners (e.g. chiropractor, physical therapist), prescription drugs, ambulances, and transportation of injured people back to British Columbia. For this reason, you should consider getting additional private health insurance coverage.
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Permanent Residence
Q. What do I need to know so that I don't lose my Permanent Resident (PR) status?
A. As a Permanent Resident (PR), you may travel outside of Canada. However, you must meet certain residency obligations to maintain your status. You can lose your PR status if you do not live in Canada for two out of five years, are convicted of a serious crime and told to leave Canada, or become a Canadian citizen. Losing your PR status does not happen automatically. Unless you have gone through an official process, you have not lost or given up your PR status, even though you may not be eligible to return to Canada as a PR.
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Q. What is a Permanent Resident (PR)?
A. A Permanent Resident (PR) is someone who has acquired PR status by immigrating to Canada, but is not yet a Canadian citizen. PRs have rights and privileges in Canada even though they remain citizens of another country.
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Q. What is a Permanent Resident (PR) card and how do I apply for one?
A. A Permanent Resident (PR) card is the official proof that you are a PR of Canada. You use this card to show that you can enter and stay in Canada when you return from another country. If you are immigrating to Canada and provide a Canadian mailing address, you do not need to apply for a PR card. It will be mailed to you after you get to Canada. If you do not provide your Canadian mailing address when you become a PR, you must send your Canadian address to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) within 180 days of becoming a PR.
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Family Sponsorship
Q. What family members can I sponsor to immigrate to Canada?
A. The Government of Canada allows Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents (PRs) to sponsor the following family members: your spouse (person you are legally married to), your partner (person you have a "marriage-like relationship" with), your parents, your grandparents and your dependent children (under the age of 19 years and not married or living with a partner). Immigrants who arrive under the family class must receive care and support from their sponsors.
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Q. What is the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa?
A. The Parent and Grandparent Super Visa is a temporary resident permit that allows parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to two years per visit. It is valid for up to 10 years.
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Q. If I separate from my husband or wife, how will it affect my immigration status?
A. If your spouse sponsored you and you have separated, your right to remain in Canada depends on whether your Permanent Resident (PR) status is conditional or not. If your PR status is not conditional, you cannot be asked to leave Canada. If your PR status is conditional, you could lose your PR status if you separate from your spouse. There are exceptions in case of abuse or neglect. If you are a refugee claimant and your claim is based on your spouse's situation, you might be able to separate your claim. If your sponsorship breaks down and you do not have PR status, contact a lawyer for advice as soon as possible.
For more information:
- Clicklaw Wikibooks: My Husband Sponsored Me and We Have Now Separated
- Legal Services Society: Sponsorship Breakdown
Q. How does Canada's refugee system work?
A. Canada offers refugee protection to people in Canada who face persecution in their home country or the country where they normally live, or who would face persecution if they returned to that country. The Refugee and Humanitarian Resettlement Program is for people seeking protection from outside Canada. The In-Canada Asylum Program is for people making a refugee protection claim from within Canada. The Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) makes decisions about refugee claims within Canada. Refugees often do not have the resources to easily establish themselves, so the Government of Canada provides support for a broad range of settlement services to support the integration of refugees.
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Q. What assistance is available for refugees in BC?
A. Some resettled refugees receive support through the Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP), including assistance at the port of entry, temporary accommodation and help to find permanent accommodation, money to buy basic household items and clothing, and information and assistance to settle in Canada. They may also get a loan through the Immigration Loans Program to pay for the costs of medical examinations abroad, travel documents, transportation to Canada, housing rental, telephone deposits and work tools. However, loans must be repaid and interest may be charged. Some resettled refugees and refugee claimants are eligible for services under the Interim Federal Health (IFH) Program, which pays for emergency medical services after arrival in Canada, until they are covered by a provincial health plan. Settlement agencies in British Columbia also provide services to refugees to help them adjust to their new life.
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Q. How can I become a Canadian citizen?
A. To apply for Canadian citizenship, you must meet certain eligibility criteria and complete an application. Eligibility criteria include: be over the age of 18 years, provide proof that you know how to speak and write in English or French, be a Permanent Resident (PR), declare that you plan to live in Canada after you become a Canadian citizen, have lived in Canada as a PR for at least four out of the six years before you apply, be physically present in Canada for at least 183 days of each year during the four-year period, have filed your taxes for at least four years during the last six years and paid any income tax owing, apply for citizenship within Canada, and pass a citizenship test to demonstrate adequate knowledge of Canada and the responsibilities and privileges of citizenship.
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Q. What are the language requirements for Canadian citizenship?
A. When you apply for Canadian citizenship, you must prove that you know enough English or French to understand and be understood by other people. This means that you must be at a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) / Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) level 4 to meet the current citizenship requirements. You must be able to understand a conversation on familiar, everyday topics and simple questions, ask and answer simple questions, have enough vocabulary for everyday conversations, and demonstrate an understanding of basic grammar.
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Q. What is the Canadian Citizenship Test?
A. If you want to become a Canadian citizen, you must pass the Canadian Citizenship Test if you are between the ages of 14-64 years. The test is administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and covers many topics from Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship, such as Canada's history, geography, political system, national symbols, identity and values, and rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
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Q. How can I prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Test?
A. There are different ways you can prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Test. You can take a free or low-cost citizenship class through an English as a Second Language (ESL) program, community centre or settlement agency. You can also use study tools developed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), CitizenshipCounts.ca or the Richmond Public Library.
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- WelcomeBC: Settlement Services Map
- Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada: Prepare for the Citizenship Test
- CitizenshipCount.ca
- Richmond Public Library: Canadian Practice Citizenship Test
Q. Does Canada recognize dual citizenship?
A. Canada allows you to hold two or more citizenships, so you do not have to give up your citizenship to become Canadian. However, some countries do not allow dual citizenship and will take away your citizenship if you become Canadian. You should therefore check the laws of the country that you are from to see if it allows dual citizenship.
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Obsidian Entertainment - Project Eternity Update #3 - Party, Characters, Races
Obsidian has posted their next Project Eternity update for Kickstarter, covering some basic but welcome information such as party size, the importance of formations, a little on character creation and some story background.
The Kickstarter update has a video from JE Sawyer and also a link to a post on the Obsidian forums. Since they've been crashing from the load, here's the entire post:
Project Eternity is still early in development and we are still working on many of the cultures, factions, and ethnic groups of the world and debating many of the system concepts. However, there are certain fundamental things we want to let you know about the game and the setting for Project Eternity.
Your Party
The maximum party size is the player's main character (PC) and up to five companions for a total of six characters. This does not preclude the addition of temporary characters in special circumstances. Companions are never forced on the player. Players can explore the entire world and its story on their own if they so choose. We feel companions are excellent sounding boards for the player's (and other companions') actions, but the story is ultimately about the player's personal conflict among the larger social and political complexities of the world.
A key element of the classic party-based tactical combat that we are developing is the use of party formations. As in the good ol' games, you can arrange your party in a large number of set formations. You can also construct your own formations if you want to get fancy. When moving companions, you have the ability to rotate formations for more precise positioning.
Character Creation
At a minimum, players will be able to specify their main character's name, sex, class, race (including subrace), culture, traits, ability scores, portrait, and the fundamental starting options of his or her class (gear, skills, and talents). We have not worked out customization details of character avatars, but we believe those are important and will be updating on these specifics in the future.
In Project Eternity, companions exist for both narrative and mechanical purposes. Companions are designed to have a driving interest in the player's central conflict. Their personalities and motivations open plot branches and generate conflicts for players to resolve over the course of the story. They are highly reactive to the player's actions and to the world around them. Additionally, companions exist to give players strategic management options in party composition that expand the party's capabilities in exploration, combat, and quest resolution. It is no coincidence that there are at least as many companions as there are classes. As stated above, companions are not required to play through Project Eternity's story, but we feel that they can add greatly to the experience.
The Set-Up
The player witnesses an extraordinary and horrific supernatural event that thrusts them into a unique and difficult circumstance. Burdened with the consequences of this event, the player has to investigate what has happened in order to free themselves from the restless forces that follow and haunt them wherever they go.
The Nature of You
Your character is not required to be of any particular race, cultural background, sex, class, moral outlook, personality, organization, etc. The premise is that you are a victim of circumstance. How you choose to deal with your situation is up to you. You can bear it with stoicism and restraint or fly off in a rage at anyone who gets in your way. The world will react to your choices, but the game is designed to give you the freedom to play your character the way you want to.
We are still developing the races of Project Eternity, but we are creating a range that encompasses the recognizable (e.g. humans, elves, dwarves), the out-of-the-ordinary (e.g. the so-called "godlike"), and the truly odd (?!). Races and subraces differ from each other culturally, but the races also have different physiological factors that can contribute to friction and confusion between them.
Within even the recognizable races (including humans), we are creating a variety of ethnic subtypes and nationalities. This world's races did not all spring forth from the same place,…More information.
The set-up remind me of Dragonlance, well of that dude that caused the Cataclysm in particular. There is also a bit of MOTB in it as well I guess. Or it's just that MOTB have Dragonlance-ish story or something? :/
Character creation sound awesome! Custom party formation too! I love that companions won't be mercenaries only, but affect things around you (this mean lots of re-playable options).
The races, I think, need more revealing before I have any opinion of them, although the concept art of the Dwarf Ranger is pretty cool (and could have been made for Icewind Dale).
This was a much better update than the other two. Before, everything felt so.. half-assed and underdeveloped. After reading this, I remembered why I dropped 20 bucks the instant I was able to.
I do wish the tiers were setup differently, however. I gave WL2 100, and I'm currently giving this 20, even though I'm arguably more excited about this. It's just.. well.. 100 for a CE seems decent. 140 seems excessive, and I won't pay 100 just for a t-shirt. With WL2, the box and manual were 50. Here it's 65. Again, just a little high for my taste.
All of a sudden, I see myself looking at 20 bucks and being unable to convince myself to go higher.
This was a good sort of update and I hope they continue to make more along this line as they can. The mention that sub-races was nice to hear because it means the races planned as a number understates the degree of variability offered in character creation. I wonder if they will mention something like sub-classes later on because that would be an even more meaningful revelation, though the implications that more classes have on the complexity of balancing and fine-tuning the mechanics is probably also more significant.
Good update.
Personally, I'm a bit surprised they aren't more organised. I'd have thought they should (internally) been shooting for $3M and would have the updates queued and ready to roll. The science of major Kickstarters seems quite well established to me.
Gotta communicate faster, Obsidian.
I don't understand all the reactions that this was a bad campaign….
for one, I don't think the Obsidian crew really knew what to expect with Kickstarter - I doubt ANY of them were watching any of the other campaigns on a daily, let alone hourly, basis to see how they were run, so them being surprised at how quickly they reached their goal (one of the highest set for a game on there, if I'm not mistaken) shouldn't seem weird to anyone.
for another, there was the whole "weekend" as in people not in the office and not working. While an argument can be made about Facebook, Twitter, etc, and always being connected - sometimes people take a break from work for their families or to relax. Again, they didn't expect this to hit in a day. It's not unreasonable in the least for them to have thought they had the weekend before needing an update.
lastly, in three days they've had 3 updates. I know SUCCESSFUL Kickstarter campaigns that had 3 updates PERIOD.
*shakes his head*
Tempest. In. A. Teapot.
People were whining a day in that Obsidian hadn't listed stretch goals. I honestly believe they weren't counting on stretch goals.
EDIT - Decided to check on a few things:
here's Wasteland 2's schedule:
Kickstarter started on 3-13, first update on 3-13 reads this, second update is released on 3-15 and reads thus, and third is on 3-17 and reads as follows.
Fargo's updates being mostly "thanks, thank you, so surprised, didn't expect!"
Comparatively, Obsidian is much more on the ball.
I'll spare the links, but Shadowrun Returns did the exact same run as Obsidian - 3 days, 3 updates, 3rd day's update having details and stretch goals.
Teapot. Tempest.
Also, are you sure you know what tempest in a teapot means? It might better describe your reaction to such criticism than the criticisms themselves.
Again, this is not to call this a "bad" kickstarter, merely that they could be doing much better, should not be surprised (considering they teased this for 5 days beforehand as well), and could yet improve their communication and better capitalize on their success. Nobody is calling this a botched project or lost cause - these criticisms are far timelier than that and there is time for them to react and regain any lost momentum. That's why most of the posts above yours called this update a rather good one - and that hardly seems to be justification for you to be accusing anyone of whining.
I'd say that claiming that Obsidian was running a poor Kickstarter campaign, not giving enough information, late with goals and details…
as compared to what, I would say other game Kickstarter campaigns which ran slower or same speed…
is making a mountain out of a mole hill.
It's not constructive criticism. They are 3. Days. In. They had ART for their tiers of rewards on the first day, clearly showing what each tier gave. That's more than MANY campaigns offer - that is what the best campaigns do. Now they have stretch goals about a day after they reached their goal - maybe a little faster would have been better, but they were not at work on Sunday to do so and needed to have a meeting about what those goals could be. They didn't expect this. inXile didn't either, nor did Harebrained, nor did Double Fine.
Double Fine's first update was a week after they hit their goal.
My contention is that there's a lot of noise on the net to the point of (check the Obsidian forums if you don't believe me) people were claiming Obsidian was trying to pull a scam.
I shake my head because people sure like following the crowd.
Again - saying it could do much better is not the same as saying its doing outright poorly. And yes it's only three days in so this criticism can be constructive because they still have time to do better - as posters in this thread have indicated they appear to be doing. You are ascribing attitudes and intents that are not here.
Even the poster who said they thought it was somewhat half assed isn't being wholly negative about the project, if you read what they actually say. They did give money to it after all, but they are also voicing the reasons why they are not giving more money as of yet. Stating how a developer could entice you to give more money sounds like pretty damned constructive criticism to me even if it is somewhat colorful.
You seem to be saying, and saying that it is reasonable, to expect Obsidian to give more information and be better at this than EVERY OTHER GAME ON KICKSTARTER.
The fact that they ONLY do AS WELL as the BEST is grounds for criticism.
THIS is what a mountain out of a mole-hill is. Tempest in a teapot. A company that is busy working on other projects starts this Kickstarter thing, which despite the internet treating everything like it's ancient if it happened more than week ago, is a very new and fragile business model.
They are doing at least as well as any who have come before. To criticize them for not being better than everyone before them (and concurrent with them) is ridiculous.
Richard Burlew ran an amazing Kickstarter, but he'll be the first to admit he had no idea what he was doing and just stumbled on success. Reaper and Zpocalypse, the other two I personally witnessed do amazing, look like they had PLANNED IT OUT VERY WELL… but even they weren't more than an update a day at the start.
Give them more than 3 days to criticize them. Their page was much better than Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective or Jane Jensen or Takedown or Banner Saga were at the start.
The impulse to find something to complain about stuns me.
Yes, I'm upset at this. This isn't the only place I'm finding this. I can only assume that this grows out of the "Obsidian games are broken buggy" rep they have.
Whoever you're raging at they don't seem to be posting on this forum and if they are it seems that you are woefully misrepresenting and misinterpreting what they are saying. You seem very fond of calling this a tempest in a teapot, but it seems that it is you who is making things out to be something other than what they are - in their magnitude as well as their intent and actual content.
I was using kicktraq. How well managed a campaign is has little to do with overall amount of money brought in.
You cannot compare finished campaigns with 3 day in campaigns. What you can do is compare the first 3 days.
This sort of criticism isn't about judging the campaign as a success or failure its about saying how it could be more of a success. If that means pointing out the lessons they should have learned from those past campaigns, as successful as they might have been in spite of them, that is not a bad thing.
"Before, everything felt so.. half-assed and underdeveloped" - if half-assed and underdeveloped is not synonymous with bad…
"Personally, I'm a bit surprised they aren't more organised.
Gotta communicate faster, Obsidian." - calls it disorganized (not being more organized implies disorganized by definition) and says they aren't communicating fast enough.
Half-assed, underdeveloped, not organized, needing to communicate faster. I summed that up as "bad" and I don't think that's exaggerating.
Level of organization and amount of communication over the first three days is what I was responding to, and gave examples of.
No one in this thread until you brought up how much was raised.
"I'm going to reiterate that Brian and the gang at inXile should definitely study the way that Rich Burlew at OotS ran his Kickstarter. Add goals that the donators can reach with new things added that most (if not all) who donate can gain benefit from if those goals are reached. It becomes a game - people checking back to see if the latest goal is broken. Then, when it is, another goal is set with another "reward." These rewards, obviously, should be things added to the game overall if possible (off the top of my head - "if we reach $2 million, we will have an old-school expansion that all donators above level X (say, $30?) will receive for free as a digital download when completed - though that might not be the right amount to finance that, it's just an example) With goals to reach, people dig deeper and add more. Especially if the goals benefit everyone who donated. it worked wonders for OotS. I cannot recommend it enough if inXile wants a bigger budget and a bigger impact on the gaming industry."
And I have said something along those lines (adding Zpocalypse and Reaper Bones in to my recommendations) to most Kickstarter campaigns I pledged to and followed, including Project Eternity.
Constructive advice is one thing.
Trust me - go to BSN, go to Obsidian's forums, go to the Kickstarter comments - people were going so far as to say that Obsidian was trying to pull off a scam they had given so little information.
It's part of this meme that (hopefully) ended today with Update #3.
Maybe everyone (all 3 posters) before me were using stronger language than they meant, and their "constructive criticism" fell heavier on the criticism part - but, again, the criticism isn't constructive because what they are saying flies in the face of any reasonable level of comparison short of "you should be able to do better than those who came before you."
EDIT - and with that, I'm done. If you want the last word, you are free to have it. I won't be posting more in this thread - I've hogged it too much already.
Fargo didn't have a template for a successful old-school RPG major Kickstarter campaign. Obsidian can not only look at the several multi-million dollar Kickstarters over the last 6 months or so, one of them even shares the same history!
Just to be crystal clear: I only want the best. I'm not saying this is a bad campaign (or even close! They got funding in under two days! Yay!). I'm saying: this is a one-off opportunity to maximise your funding and you need to sell hard to get the best results.
What was this thread about again?
It all sounds like meatballs and gravy to me, although they seem to be taking on a lot of background development work in the process. It's not clear how much of this they will be able to work out in the time frame they will be able to fund it. Hopefully they won't be shy about borrowing from solid, well tested fantasy RPGs out there. Maybe some of the magic of Ars Magica and world settings like Harn? Perhaps some of the flavor of Katherine Kerr's novels? I like the fact that they are planning to have multiple types of humans as per the Elder Scrolls series.
I like what they are doing. Fuck stretch goals, keep it essential, those stretch goals shouldn't be game changing/breaking.
what? if a game is made w/o kickstarter it needs a motivation to get only the money it deserves? If you like it you pay for it and thats that, if they make it with 300k and stick 2m in their pockets thats perfectly normal
Stop whining
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Have you notified Amazon about this "bait-and-switch" offer? If Amazon knows that one of their advertisers is not truthful, maybe they'll drop them and maybe VistaPrint will get the message. I know that Amazon is huge, but if you let them know of your dissatisfaction (and perhaps include the link to this page), you might get some satisfaction.
Since I don't know how to get to someone high-up enough at Amazon to do anything, I figure posting this will do it. -rc
While I have seen some of the "it's too good to be true" offers from VistaPrint, I continue to recommend them to my networking friends who, like me, are searching for work and need low cost business cards.
I do agree that you went above and beyond what you needed to do to get the cards.
Lesson learned for me is to watch the charges at VistaPrint. Even with some of the charges, they are cheaper than OfficeDepot, etc...
WHOA - that is really a sucky deal. Never liked their tactics before will certainly never shop there anyway. Hey Randy - we have a color hi-speed laser printer. Not as nice as glossy cards, but we'll do them for you for free.
Thanks, Claudia, but there are (supposedly!) cards coming from my order, so that'll take care of things for awhile. -rc
Thanks for the heads up - I get stacks of email from them (not technically spam as I signed up) but I don't cancel it as I am going to get some printing done soonish. I have wondered about them as they seem to treat people like idiots in their advertising... pretending a deal is not to be repeated when you have seen it repeated ad nauseum for the past few months in one form or another. Anyway I hope they get the message from this exposure. The fact that I don't use them now means nothing of course, but multiply that by the number of people who read this and I hope they learn a few things about 'good business practice'.
Though I agree that this is quite a lousy marketing tactic, I must point out that the ad says "Upload your own photo", it does not say you can upload your own photo at no extra charge.... (Though, I must admit, I can not see the entire flyer very clearly from your website.)
I didn't say it did say that. I noted that it warned that "shipping and processing [is] not included", but they didn't say uploading your photo cost extra. It's a minor quibble, and beside the point of the essay. -rc
My original thought was that I would simply order a basic card instead of uploading the logo. Then I thought about it. The logo is an item that is available on all their cards. Why should they not give you the promised deal? By the way, you might want to call Amazon customer service. They not only speak english and are very polite and nice, but they really seem to have some power to satisfy a customer. If everyone had customer service like Amazon, I would probably buy a lot more on line. I still buy from some companies I trust, and until now Vista Print was one of them.
I have a friend who is an electrician (one-man operation). I told him about Vista Print, and he asked me to order for him (no computer). Now even he is out of luck--I won't order for him--he will have to find someone else.
Businesses should know better than to rip off customers in the age of the internet; it's very easy for word to get around. And the reverse is also true: just think how much business they could have made by going "Our mistake, but we'll honor our flyer, no problem!"
It's especially unwise to rip off a guy with a readership as big as Randy's ... although the all-time best revenge of a ripped-off artist is still Michelangelo's Clement VII in 'The Last Judgment' (...bottom left, in Hell...)
Heh! I've spent too much time getting people out of hell to condemn someone to it. :-) -rc
VistaPrint is the only company I've ever been moved to post my own complaint about on my blog. Although they didn't exactly rip me off, their practices did not seem customer-friendly.
Here is what I posted about them about 3 years ago: "After I placed my order, they offered me other products I could add to my order with no additional shipping. I selected one to get a better look at it, and to see if I could get it personalized with my name instead of my husband's, which was shown on the sample. Based on all my experience with that site as well as other sites like it, I assumed that if I clicked on it, I could edit the personalization, and if not I could at least decline to purchase it. But as soon as I clicked it, it said that it had already been added to my current order & already been charged to my account, & they allow NO changes to any orders that have been placed! I found that outrageous. My husband wouldn't want the product shown, so I decided to ask them to change the personalization anyway. They had an online customer service form, which I filled out at length & sent. I then got an automated e-mail reply from them, saying they only offer customer service by telephone! Yet they had an online customer service form, and it's an online-only business! I decided to suck it up & call despite my phone phobia, only to find out they don't offer customer service at all on weekends. Funny, they somehow managed to send me an advertising e-mail on a weekend. This is not a company I want to do business with again."
I have to admit I did order from them again this year because they were the only place that offered the product I wanted, and this time they had changed their practices to allow you to edit the "extra" products they offer you after you place your order. But I'm still leery of them, especially in contrast to some places I've ordered from that have gone out of their ways to provide excellent customer service.
Wow, I've been using them for many years for simple and "upgraded" cards with many nonstandard requests. Thrown in have Bern pens and custom self-inking stamps. The couple times there's been issues they have been quick to resolve them even though it's been through my ineptness.
It's not that they are liars -- and it is not some diabolical scheme that FTC would care about. It's just a classic case of the Marketing people and the Computer people at the company not communicating properly.
The Marketing people dream up all these creative offers that work. The Computer people say "sure, we can do that."
The order entry system does not properly handle all the variables necessary to process the order properly. No one tested the exact combination you ordered. No one follows through to make sure it works.
Typical BS at a large company.
But, you're right that the Customer Service people let you down big time. They should have said -- "Let me fix that right now by over-riding the price. Ok, I'm done. Is there anything else I can help you with?" and thereby fixed it in a couple of minutes, not the hour that they wasted of your time.
They should do a better job, but it's not some scheme to over-charge you.
I didn't say that it was! I was saying exactly the same as you -- that they should have fixed it just as you suggested. The problem is, they wouldn't, and that suggests a bait and switch scheme. I do agree it isn't at all likely that they planned it that way. But their failure to "make it so" when it became apparent that they did the programming wrong makes it quite a failure indeed, and I'm sure the FTC would in fact be interested. If VistaPrint doesn't fix this pronto, I would not be surprised at all to see the FTC fine them. -rc
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