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About Central CoastView a map of Central Coast wineries
The largest of California's wine growing regions, the Central Coast produces the majority of California's wine. The district sprawls out, covering most of the vineyard land between San Francisco and Santa Barbara. Smaller sub-AVAs of the Central Coast include Monterey Bay, Paso Robles, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Cruz Mountains and many others.
Notable FactsGrape varieties range from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. Some Central Coast wine is generic, bulk wine that contributes to the high production numbers of the area. But many winemakers and wineries, particular in some of the smaller AVAs, are small production artisans, creating unique and high-quality wine. The great thing about the Central Coast is its diversity - you're able to find a number of grape varieties and styles at a number of different price points.
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Deer caught on fence recovering
AMSTERDAM – It was a rare and unfortunate sight: a deer caught on an iron fence on Upper Market Street.
The 2-year-old buck's rear, right leg was stuck and cut on spikes in the fence.
After police were notified of the situation Sunday morning, they called state wildlife rehabilitator Sarah McDaniel-Austin to help remove the deer, who was still alive and struggling.
McDaniel-Austin said the deer probably had tried to jump the fence.
"What happened is most likely the leg was caught, and when the deer came down, it was most likely impaled," McDaniel-Austin said.
McDaniel-Austin said the deer had to be sedated before crews could move in and take the deer off of the fence.
She brought the deer to her rehabilitation center, Avian Experience Sarah's Birds of Prey, in the town of Johnstown.
The deer suffered extensive injuries, she said, and his leg had to be surgically amputated.
McDaniel-Austin said Wednesday the deer is alive and recovering at her center.
She said the deer could have come into Amsterdam to search for food, as deer sometimes do in the winter.
Members of the Amsterdam Police Department gave the deer the name Hyde, after the late Amsterdam Patrolman Joseph Hyde.
McDaniel-Austin said the deer's future is uncertain. Depending on how he recovers, he could be released back into the wild or sent to a wildlife sanctuary.
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On April 25, we celebrate Girls in ICT Day, established by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in 2010 to inspire girls to consider a career in technology. Women are half the world's population and half the world's talent, but there's a persistent gender gap in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field.
As a first tour economic officer with a Ph.D. in Computer Science, I'm thrilled to be able to use my background to contribute to the ITU program celebrating International Girls in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Today, I taught 27 girls of ages between 13 and 17 the basics of programming in python, an intuitive, but powerful programming language that is widely used by software companies, research scientists, engineers, and universities. My goal was to introduce the girls to the world of programming, demystify code, and open their eyes to the possibilities offered by a career in ICT. As I walked them through their first program, they showed a great deal of enthusiasm, and I could see their confidence building as they learned to code.
The way the workshop warmed the students up to programming reminded me of how I became a scientist. I wasn't passionate about science when I started college, but in my freshman year at Dartmouth I signed up for an introductory physics course. Once they noticed my involvement, the college's Women in Science Program helped me get a job in a plasma physics laboratory. More than anything else, it was my small successes in that laboratory that convinced me I could succeed in science. With this in mind, I worked with ITU to plan a series of technical workshops designed to give girls hands-on experience in programming computers, making films, designing mobile phone applications, and managing satellites.
From the Department of State's TechWomen program, an international exchange that uses technology as a means to empower women and girls worldwide, to U.S.-Brazil cooperation and exchanges with women scientists, the Department of State is working on multiple fronts to strengthen women and girls' access to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
Girls will be more likely to pursue careers in ICT if they believe they can succeed. The research shows that hearing the right policy message is an important factor, but the best way for a girl to build confidence is to try a technical project and succeed at it. I hope my programming workshop has convinced a small group of the next generation of women that they can succeed in ICT as well.
John E. in Brazil writes:
Excellent outreach endeavor, and one that will pay off for the next generation of women in the high tech fields!
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (835 votes).
In short: Loved it! The event ran like clockwork so as a runner it was stress free. Great warm up & course. The goody bag was excellent and I only missed mile 5 marker so no real probs. Many thanks to the organisers & supporters A++++++Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: A nice, flat course through some interesting parts of Pompey. Great for first-timers. The start was a bit congested though.In full: I really enjoyed today's run - the glorious weather certainly helped! Travel arrangements appeared to be well organised, though having my parents living only a 10-minute stroll from the start was obviously a bit of a bonus for me!I've only done the Great West Run before today's event, and I found the Great South much more pleasant and easier.Being very flat, I was hoping for a slightly better time than I actually achieved (1h 21m), but I blame part of this on a very slow first couple of miles due to congestion. Also, I agree that some of the mile markers were very difficult to spot.Overall though, I loved it and will definately be back (faster?!) next year.Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Echo all the preceding comments In full: Agree with the preceding comments - very well organised, flat course, Portsmouth an interesting place to see. Organisers only need to improve placing of mile markers. All in all, well doneDate of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Expensive - but would do it again because it's on the doorstepIn full: Mile markers obscured by spectators - not their fault! They need to be fastened to street furniture well above head height. Missed mile 5 completely ... and I know the course!Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Fantastic race, well organised.In full: My only complaint people running at a slow pace 4-5 abreast. Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Very well organisedIn full: I thoroughly enjoyed this race which took you through some interesting bits of Portsmouth especially the Naval Dockyard. The weather was superb as were the other competitors I met. Achieved my own PB despite not having a good running day and if you can afford it I recommend you try this one out. Its worth inviting your friends / family along as well for the scenic views.Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Bit hot today so no personal bestDate of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Another great south run!In full: This is on my home territory so I am perhaps a little biased, but having done other races big and small this is still the best one of the lot. Agree with comments that the crowds were quiter than usual, not sure why that might be though.All in all everything was spot on, brilliant!!Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: An exceptionally well organised raceIn full: I was really impressed by everything about the race. The wave system worked well, as per last year and we got away right on time. Plenty of water bottles at the two drinks stations and at the finish. Good quality tee shirt and best medal yet.A nice touch was the helpers removing timing chips for those unable to reach down and remove them themselves.There seemed far fewer cars on the common, so many must have taken the organisers advice, to park in the town centre. I was able to take advantage of a car share and we left the common without having to queue at the exit. The traffic was directed out of the city by a different route, which cut out the nose to tail traffic of previous years. There were police in evidence at crucial spots, which ensured a free traffic flow.All in all, a superb effort, which the Great North Run would do well to take note.Date of review: October 9, 2005
In short: Great Race, Great Organisation - Crowd a bit quiet at timesIn full: 3rd year doing this one and seems to improve year on year. I got a wave one start position even though I was honest about my predicted time - 85mins. Stayed at the back of the wave and enjoyed a comfortabel run - too comfortable as my time was 90 mins. Still I needed to run another 10 miles in the afternoon as I'm doing the New York Marathon next month so my argument is that I was saving myself!!The warm up was up to its usual standards - fantastic.Visually impaired and wheelchair entrants were very motivating.Car parking and exiting very well organised and I managed to get out on to the motorway in about 20mins - not bad.Plenty of water available throughout but I agree that some of the mile markers were "hidden" or maybe had been pinched overnight. Overall a great event.Date of review: October 9, 2005
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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
How I Became a Makeup Artist
I hope you enjoyed yesterday's post on How I Became a Beauty Blogger. It's important to read that first, so you can get some background on today's post. The question I get asked every week is "How Did You Become a Makeup Artist and what advice can you give me for becoming one?". I often get this question from a lot of viewers and of course i'm happy to answer. I think it's about time that I finally make a detailed post on it.
It Started With A Blog
As you all know, my passion for makeup turned into a beauty blog. Having a blog really steps your game up to another level. You try to challenge yourself to do new makeup looks and techniques. As a youtube Guru and blogger, I do feel a little bit of responsibility to help others with makeup. Sometimes, I feel like I do the same kind of look and push myself to do something different and show my viewers new ways of doing things. I did a lot of research on the web, learning techniques from other beauty bloggers and watching countless youtube videos. To this day, I try to learn at least something new every day.
Doing Makeup On Others
After doing my blog for several months, I started to feel pretty comfortable doing my own makeup. My boyfriend told me, "Why don't you start doing this Professionally on other people?" When he told me that, I was like "What, I'm not ready!". I can definitely say that doing makeup on yourself is a lot different than doing makeup on others. However, he had ignited a spark. Now, my research turned to doing makeup on others.
I find that with the influx of beauty blogs and youtube pages, a lot of people try to go out there and become makeup artists without the proper preparation and practice. This is hard for the actual artists out there who have the professional products and expertise. Newbies often undercharge for their services making it hard for pros to get the rate they deserve. I always tell clients though, you get what you pay for. If a makeup artist asks you to bring your own foundation for instance...that's a problem. Makeup Artists should have a complete kit...but i'll get into that later.
Makeup Schools
A lot of people ask me "What Makeup School Did You Go To?" Well, I didn't...I'm completely self-taught. I'll admit, the internet has made it so much easier for aspiring makeup artists to learn tips and techniques not possible before. However, that doesn't mean that you can watch a few YouTube videos and run out there. I spent countless hours on the web, learning topics such as: applying mascara on others, how to build my kit, how to sanitize makeup, how to work with older skin...etc. I even had a huge book filled with notes, printouts and pictures which I referred to daily. My point is that Makeup School is a viable option for many, but not completely necessary. If you choose the route of learning yourself, you have to put in the same amount of time or more that you would spend learning at a makeup school.
Practice Makes Perfect
Of course research only takes you so far. You really need to practice. I asked all my friends and even their moms to be my models. Actually doing makeup and practicing is where you learn the most. You make mistakes along the way and learn from it. When I first started practicing, it could take me over an hour and a half to do a face...practice helped me to ween that time down to 20 minutes if necessary. Try doing makeup on a variety of ethnicities and ages so you can be a more versatile artist.
Building Your Kit
I also made sure to build my kit along the way. I'm not going to lie, it's a big investment costings hundreds and thousands of dollars. Looking back, I probably could have bought more efficiently. Oftentimes, I'd run to MAC spending hundreds of dollars...completely ignoring other great professional brands. I highly recommend that beginning artists buy in palettes...it's cheaper and most cost effective in the long-run. I love sites like http://www.camerareadycosmetics.com/ because they tailor to makeup artists and offer those great pro brands that I love. A lot of us are makeup junkies and have dozens of eyeshadows and lip glosses. But as a professional, you really need to start separating your personal stash from your kit. This is where sanitation practice comes in.
Putting Myself Out There
Once I felt comfortable, I decided to put myself out there. I advertised online and on craigslist. Eventually, I got my first gig! I was so nervous but my motto is "Fake it till you make it". Keep your composure and if you make a mistake, no need to alert the client, just fix it. That's the good thing about makeup, it wipes off. The cool thing about this gig was that the client posted an online review of me on http://www.theknot.com/ which got me a lot of referrals! It's important to have a positive interaction with your client...after all this is a service industry. Forming these kind of relationships can get you repeat clients and referrals.
From there, I started booking more and more clients. Sure I had my ups and downs - sometimes no clients and sometimes I was super busy...but that's the nature of freelancing. It really helped that I had a blog and YouTube page since my viewers often sought me out and booked me for appointments. In the meantime, I continued to post videos and entries and still practiced practiced practiced.
At the same time, I knew I had to work on my portfolio. I always requested that clients send me pictures of their makeup if they were taking professional pictures. I also made sure to keep my digital camera on hand for before and after pictures. It's also a great idea to do TFP shoots...doing makeup in exchange for pictures for your portfolio.
I try to learn something new from every gig. It's been about 2 years since I started freelancing and i've learned so much during that time. In that time, I've attended makeup seminars...took on airbrushing and built a website. I've done weddings, fashion shows, makeup lessons, makeup parties, photoshoots. I've also met and worked with many great photographers, makeup artists and models. The key is to keep pushing yourself and growing each and every day.
I hope this helps some of you all. Please feel free to leave any of your own advice in the comments section. Check out tomorrow's post for my advice for aspiring makeup artists.
Atlanta Makeup artist
22 comments:
- makeupjunkie said...
wow. cheers to you in your incredible journey!
- January 13, 2010 at 2:19 PM
- Arisha Spivey said...
This story just inspired me! Thanks. :)
- January 13, 2010 at 2:38 PM
- Tamara said...
Ohhh wow! Thanks for this post, it was so inspiring!
- January 13, 2010 at 3:10 PM
- Reina said...
Love it! Congrats girlie.
- January 13, 2010 at 3:23 PM
- Tysh said...
Ren this is so helpful, I can't wait for tomorrows post, I have to network more to get more.
- January 13, 2010 at 3:23 PM
- KiLLaCaM said...
ON POINT! i loved this post. you touched every subject so eloquently. i love that Mike pushed you out there like that. My hubby is the same way :)
- January 13, 2010 at 3:51 PM
- CosmoFreakaLeak said...
soo true about bringing your own foundation. and i totally do that. ONLY because I have yet the funds to invest in it!! but SOON!!
- January 13, 2010 at 4:04 PM
- ...ALLmEYEne... said...
When playing around with makeup on friend it takes over an hour, so this is motivating to see that i can only improve. Great post.
- January 13, 2010 at 4:37 PM
- rayqueenbee said...
This was very helpful, Thanks for sharing.
- January 13, 2010 at 5:06 PM
- MMF said...
Great post. I still think you should do a post specifically on your book. You know what I'm talking about :-)
- January 13, 2010 at 6:01 PM
- Kim| Tres Jolie said...
I read your blog all of the time. Our stories are very similar, except I am just now starting to take this seriously. I REALLY want to be a freelance MUA. I'll be following you more & more. I love the makeup you do as well. Keep up the great work!
- January 13, 2010 at 7:22 PM
- Strawberry`mt said...
this post really was helpful!
i am wondering whether i should actualy go to a makeup school ><
- January 13, 2010 at 8:14 PM
- sssdawna said...
i love learning about peoples' careers so this was a great post for me. you explained everything so well...i also am amazed by your portfolio : )
- January 14, 2010 at 12:05 AM
- Amina said...
great post and you are such an inspiration!! I wish you all the best and more growth/success/referrals!!
Your passion, dedication are so inspiring
- January 14, 2010 at 12:23 AM
- ting RN said...
thank you for this post!!! <3's it and it was very helpful!!!
- January 14, 2010 at 12:44 AM
- Jen said...
this is really inspiring. u are so talented. hopefully one day i can be like you. i was like you in the beginning, not ready to 'take that first step.' but eventually i did and landed my first gig. i work with MAC now part time and i really wanna set time aside to do freelance work. i love it sooo much! i'm gonna start advertising on craigslist soon and have my past clients write a review of me on theknot.com thanks so much!
- January 14, 2010 at 12:58 AM
- Brenda said...
Thank you for sharing your experience. Truly an inspiration of making things happen. In a lot of ways, people keep holding back with fear of failure or disappointment but you have march on with courage and kind enough to share your gift in beauty. Keep up the good work.
- January 14, 2010 at 8:24 AM
- Bella Skin and Body Inc. said...
Thank you for sharing RenRen! I have been thru a lot of similar experiences except I started working on faces long before blogging! I love your style!
- January 14, 2010 at 10:32 AM
- MakeupByRenRen said...
thanks for all your kind words everyone! it means a lot to hear that you are inspired by my journey...your kind words inspire me as well :)
- January 14, 2010 at 12:14 PM
- Dazzledust25 said...
Very inspirational Ren, thanks for sharing. Looking forward to reading your next installment in the series :)
- January 16, 2010 at 5:19 PM
- aldrin james said...
I also love your story and you really have a great journey. It is very inspirational and I know that there are lots of people who also want to become a makeup artist.
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- April 12, 2011 at 9:30 PM
- Chinwe Owhorji said...
wow trully inspirational. im an upcoming mua from nigeria and just started a blog recently. i'll be sure to follow your blog. mine's chinweowhorji.blogsot.com
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House of Commons Hansard #59 of the 40th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was insurance.
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Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Colin Carrie Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health
Mr. Speaker, as the member knows, the delivery of health services is a provincial jurisdiction. This government is very proud to be working with the provinces. We have given the provinces more money than any other government has before. We are very supportive of their decisions.
Sri Lanka
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Peter Braid Kitchener—Waterloo, ON
Mr. Speaker, Canadians are outraged by the civilian tragedy occurring in Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan military claims to be in the final stages of operations against the Tamil Tigers, but over 50,000 civilians are estimated to remain in the conflict zone.
The Red Cross has stated that no emergency aid has been able to reach civilians since Saturday and calls the situation "an unimaginable humanitarian catastrophe".
Can the parliamentary secretary tell the House what the government is doing to bring this terrible humanitarian situation in Sri Lanka to an end?
Sri Lanka
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Calgary East
Deepak Obhrai Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Mr. Speaker, as the Minister of State of Foreign Affairs for the Americas said, Canada is appalled at the loss of civilian life in Sri Lanka. That is why our government continues to call for an immediate ceasefire, the safe and voluntary movement of civilians from the conflict zone and unhindered humanitarian access.
It is unacceptable for the Sri Lankan government to disregard the plight of civilians. Equally, it is unacceptable for the Tamil Tigers to use civilians as hostages. Our officials in Colombo, at the UN and in like-minded countries are engaged at the highest levels to coordinate international action to end this conflict.
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Raymonde Folco Laval—Les Îles, QC
Mr. Speaker, 3,500 people in Laval lost their jobs in 2008. And job losses continue to rise.
One unemployed worker who was unable to find long-term employment was forced to accept several, very short-term contracts. Employment insurance does not take his situation into account. Like thousands of unemployed Canadians, he is waiting for the government to make employment insurance more accessible. The Prime Minister refuses to do so.
Can the minister tell this House how she intends to improve employment insurance to help Canadians?
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, we have been doing exactly that because we do want to help Canadians who have been unfortunate enough to lose their jobs in this global recession. That is why we have expanded the EI system by adding an extra five weeks of regular benefits. People can access EI easier and for a longer period of time now in most regions of the country.
We are also trying to create jobs to help these people get back to work through our infrastructure investment program. We are working with our partners in the provinces and municipalities to get shovels in the ground and get people working.
The Economy
Oral Questions
May 15th, 2009 / 11:55 a.m.
Pierre Paquette Joliette, QC
Mr. Speaker, a few moments ago we heard the results of the work of the Canada-Quebec Forestry Task Team. The minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada just announced $100 million over two years just for silviculture, but absolutely nothing for the forestry industry as a whole. For loan guarantees: nothing . For employment insurance: nothing. For refundable tax credits for research and development: nothing. Considering the assistance that Ontario is receiving for the auto sector, today's announcement is an insult, a real affront to Quebec.
What does the government think of that, and what is it going to do?
The Economy
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Jacques Gourde Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Works and Government Services and to the Minister of National Revenue
Mr. Speaker, as promised, the Minister of State (Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec), with the Government of Quebec, announced some concrete measures today to help communities and workers affected by the economic crisis.
This federal-provincial cooperation will help create and preserve over 8,000 jobs beginning in summer 2009 in communities affected by the crisis.
Softwood Lumber Industry
Oral Questions
11:55 a.m.
Peter Julian Burnaby—New Westminster, BC
Mr. Speaker, Canadians have paid dearly for the softwood lumber sellout of the government. Thousands upon thousands of jobs have been lost. Over $1 billion, revealed yesterday in testimony, has either been incurred or is anticipated in arbitral awards.
Now we find out that teams of lawyers are being paid by taxpayers to defend Canada under the softwood sellout. So much for an end to litigation.
My question for the government is very simple. How much money in lawyers' fees are Canadian taxpayers having to cough up for this botched deal and this bad softwood lumber sellout?
Softwood Lumber Industry
Oral Questions
South Shore—St. Margaret's
Nova Scotia
Gerald Keddy Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade
Mr. Speaker, I listened to the hon. member's question. It is disappointing. It is false and it is deliberately misleading. He continually twists the facts.
The reality here is that he takes one little bite of testimony and he tries to make that the testimony. That is inconsistent with the truth, and it should not be allowed to be put forth as a fact because it is inconsistent.
The Economy
Oral Questions
Tilly O'Neill-Gordon Miramichi, NB
Mr. Speaker, it is crucial during this global economic recession that government supports unemployed Canadians and ensures that they have the tools and skills they need to transition into a new job.
It is equally important to provide an environment where small and medium businesses can thrive and maintain jobs, as well as create new ones.
Can the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development please explain what our Conservative government is doing to support small businesses and workers during these difficult economic times?
The Economy
Oral Questions
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, that is the best question of the day.
Our government does understand the critical role that small and medium size businesses play in keeping people employed and in creating jobs. We are supporting the workers and small businesses by expanding the EI benefits for those who are unfortunate enough to lose their jobs, but also by protecting jobs, helping small business stay in business by expanding our work sharing program and by freezing EI premiums.
What we will not do is what the Liberals are proposing to do which would be to raise job-killing payroll taxes.
Government Response to Petitions
Routine Proceedings
Regina—Lumsden—Lake Centre
Tom Lukiwski Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36(8) I have the honour to table, in both official languages, the government's response to two petitions.
Criminal Code
Routine Proceedings
Jay Hill Prince George—Peace River, BC
moved for leave to introduce Bill C-31, An Act to amend the Criminal Code, the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act and the Identification of Criminals Act and to make a consequential amendment to another Act.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
Committees of the House
Routine Proceedings
Bruce Stanton Simcoe North, ON
Mr. Speaker, I have the honour to table, in both official languages, the second report of the Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, on the Act to amend the Cree-Naskapi (of Quebec) Act.
Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics
Committees of the House
Routine Proceedings
Paul Szabo Mississauga South, ON
Mr. Speaker, I have the honour to present, in both official languages, the fifth report of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics in relation to the main estimates, 2009-10, vote 40, under Justice.
In accordance with its order of reference, your committee has considered vote 40 under Justice in the main estimates for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2010, and reports the same, less the amount granted in interim supply.


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- Question Period
- United Way
- Persons Case Awards
- Élaine Hémond
- Persons Case Awards
- Speech from the Throne
- International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- Senate of Canada
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Governor General's Awards
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- Iraq
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- Elections Canada
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- Justice
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- Equalization Payments
- Afghanistan
- Darfur
- Industry
- The Environment
- Darfur
- The Environment
- Presence in Gallery
- Privacy Commissioner
- Round Table on the Environment and the Economy
- House of Commons
- International Labour Organization
- Maritime Labour Convention
- Committees of the House
- Government Response to Petitions
- Committees of the House
- Aung San Suu Kyi
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Income Tax Act
- Business of the House
- Petitions
- Resumption of debate on Address in Reply
- Precincts of the House of Commons
- Business of the House
- Employment Insurance Act
2 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Sackville--Eastern Shore.
[Members sang the national anthem]
United Way
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Gord Brown Leeds—Grenville, ON
Mr. Speaker, United Way campaigns are currently under way. In my riding of Leeds—Grenville, volunteers headed up by executive director Judi Baril are busy working hard to raise money for this worthy cause.
I am pleased to report that members on this side of the House are helping out. Next Monday evening, October 22, members of the Blue hockey team are travelling to Kemptville, some 30 minutes south of Ottawa, to take on the Leeds--Grenville United Way All-Stars, a team that consists of municipal politicians and others from my riding.
The hockey game begins at 8 p.m. and will be followed by a reception. Tickets at $10 per person are still available for the game. I invite all members who are looking for something worthwhile to do next Monday evening to take the short drive to the north end of my riding to see the Blue team in its next victory.
Persons Case Awards
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Anita Neville Winnipeg South Centre, MB
Mr. Speaker, the 2007 Governor General's awards in tribute to the Persons Case were presented today to recognize the contribution made by six outstanding individuals in advancing women's equality.
Wendy Robbins, Shari Graydon, Élaine Hémond, Mildred Louise Burns, Viviana Astudillo-Clavijo, and Muriel Smith, who comes from my riding of Winnipeg South Centre, are all being recognized today.
Muriel is an inspiring role model in her community and abroad, as a teacher, a mentor and the first Canadian woman to become a deputy premier. Some of her many achievements include bringing forth the first pay equity legislation, creating a network of women's shelters, and a zero tolerance domestic violence policy in the judicial system.
The award to honour the 50th anniversary of the Persons Case gives us the opportunity to celebrate the work of these extraordinary women who have enriched their communities and indeed Canada by working for the advancement of women in substantial ways. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing and paying tribute to them.
Élaine Hémond
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Christiane Gagnon Québec, QC
Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to pay tribute to Élaine Hémond, who this morning received an award in commemoration of the Persons Case, so named because it had to do with the legal recognition of women as "persons" in 1929.
If Ms. Hémond can now be ranked with the Famous Five, it is because she is the type of woman whose determination and tenacity have helped advance women's rights to equality in all spheres of society, and contributed much to civic and democratic action.
One of this extraordinary woman's many accomplishments is Groupe Femmes, Politique et Démocratie, which received international recognition when it won the Condorcet-Aron award in August 2005.
Underlying all her efforts is a strong belief in the equality of men and women in all spheres of politics.
Congratulations to Ms. Hémond, we owe her much.
Persons Case Awards
Statements By Members
October 17th, 2007 / 2:05 p.m.
Irene Mathyssen London—Fanshawe, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by offering my congratulations and gratitude to the six magnificent women who today were honoured by the Governor General with the persons award.
Tomorrow is an important landmark for women in Canadian politics. It does indeed mark the date in 1918 that women were finally recognized as persons under the law. This meant that Canada had turned a corner and women could finally begin to take their rightful place in the political life of our nation.
The new law laid the groundwork for the 1921 election when a woman was finally elected to this House and it eventually led to the 1930 appointment of a woman to the Senate.
Women have come a long way since 1918, but we have not come far enough. Sadly, in this Parliament only 21.4% of the elected representatives are women. That is not enough representation for 51% of our population.
Public policy impacts men and women differently. Equality therefore demands equal representation in decision making and public affairs. We need to ensure that women's voices are heard more consistently in this--
Persons Case Awards
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
The hon. member for Kootenay—Columbia.
Speech from the Throne
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Jim Abbott Kootenay—Columbia, BC
Mr. Speaker, my constituents in Kootenay—Columbia are enthusiastic about yesterday's throne speech.
Our mandate is based on five clear priorities: a proud and sovereign Canada in which the government rigorously defends Canada's place in the world; a strong federation; a prosperous future; a healthy environment for Canadians, in which the government will continue to improve the environment and health of Canadians; and a safe and secure Canada, in which the government will continue to tackle crime and strengthen the security of Canadians by reintroducing important crime legislation with the new tackling violent crime act and by putting a strong focus on safe communities and youth and property crime.
Our government is going to make effective use of all resources while it gets tough on crime, and it is going to repeal the long gun registry, which has proven to be an abysmal waste of money.
The throne speech is about getting the job done in the Kootenays.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ruby Dhalla Brampton—Springdale, ON
Mr. Speaker, October 17 is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. The theme this year is "Working together out of poverty", which highlights the need for a truly global anti-poverty alliance.
One in five people around the world live on less than one dollar a day. Right here in Canada, poverty is a daily fact of life for over one million children, and in aboriginal communities, poverty only compounds the challenges aboriginals already face.
As Canadians, we can make a difference by volunteering our time or giving our money, but it is imperative for the Conservative government to ensure that it provides leadership and delivers on behalf of the most vulnerable in our society and around the world. We must work together as MPs from all parties to ensure that families, children and aboriginal people living in poverty do so no longer.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Meili Faille Vaudreuil—Soulanges, QC
Mr. Speaker, today is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. I would like to express my support for the students at Chêne-Bleu high school in my riding, Vaudreuil-Soulanges, who are participating today in the global call to action against poverty and in the United Nations' millennium development goals campaign. I invite all parliamentarians to stand up and take part in the "Stand up Against Poverty" challenge.
Last year, more than 23 million men, women and children from 87 countries, including 10,000 from Quebec, stood up together to eliminate poverty around the world.
The message to governments everywhere is clear: they should do everything they can to achieve the millennium development goals.
All across Quebec, including in my riding, Vaudreuil-Soulanges, many of us are working to fight poverty, hunger and homelessness. Together with my Bloc Québécois colleagues, I would invite all members of Parliament to stand up against poverty.
Senate of Canada
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Kevin Sorenson Crowfoot, AB
Mr. Speaker, yesterday my constituent Bert Brown was sworn in as Canada's newest senator. Our Prime Minister appointed Mr. Brown after the province of Alberta twice elected him Alberta's senator-in-waiting.
No Canadian has done as much to advance the cause of Senate reform as Bert Brown. He has been a tireless advocate for the democratization of the upper house for over two decades. He is a perfect role model for elected senators, and yesterday's swearing-in ceremony demonstrates that our government is serious about moving forward on Senate reform. Over 300,000 Albertans voted for him in the province's 2004 Senate election. More Albertans voted for Bert Brown than all Liberal candidates put together in the last general election in my province.
In 1989 Alberta first elected Senate nominee Stan Waters, who later was appointed to the Senate. The federal Liberals have appointed none of those elected since.
Liberals should be ashamed of their refusal to accept Senate reform. It is time for the Liberals to follow the example of the Conservative Party and support an elected Senate.
Aboriginal Affairs
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Todd Russell Labrador, NL
Mr. Speaker, the Conservative government has given aboriginal people in Canada a slap in the face. At the insistence of the minority Conservative government, Canada was one of just four countries to vote against the United Nations declaration on the rights of indigenous people at the General Assembly last month. This marked the first time that our nation has voted against a major international human rights document.
The decision to not support the declaration is a stain on Canada's international human rights reputation and an affront to the aboriginal peoples of Canada and all nations. By not supporting the declaration, the government has sent a message to aboriginal Canadians that their government is not interested in being held to even a modest standard.
It is unacceptable that the government has abandoned Canada's leadership role on human rights for indigenous peoples.
Governor General's Awards
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Sylvie Boucher Beauport—Limoilou, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Governor General's Awards in commemoration of the "persons" case pay tribute to the determination and dedication of the famous five. These national awards salute women who are working to promote women's full participation in building our country.
Today, six Canadian women who are upholding the tradition of courage and determination started by the Famous Five received the 2007 Governor General's Award. These outstanding women are Mildred Burns of Montreal, Shari Graydon of Kingston, Élaine Hémond of Quebec City, Wendy Robbins of Fredericton, Muriel Smith of Winnipeg and Viviana Clavijo of Toronto.
On behalf of our government, I would like to express our recognition and admiration for these inspiring women, who are working steadfastly and with conviction to promote women's full participation in all facets of Canadian society.
Port of Churchill
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Rod Bruinooge Winnipeg South, MB
Mr. Speaker, yesterday the Governor General of Canada outlined our government's long term agenda based on five clear priorities, including a focus on Arctic sovereignty and our north.
On October 5, the Prime Minister announced $68 million to help guarantee the success of the Port of Churchill. His visit there was an important step in strengthening and re-establishing Canada's sovereignty in the Arctic.
Today, the Port of Churchill inaugurates its first international two-way traffic shipment.
This is an important moment for Churchill's economy.
Western Economic Diversification has been working closely on this project, and I am pleased to see the first of many positive results.
I would like to take this opportunity to underscore the vital role Churchill has played in Canada's history.
As the main Arctic Ocean seaport in North America, Churchill has an important place in the government's realization of a strong Arctic vision. The north needs our attention and with our government, it is getting it.
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Alex Atamanenko British Columbia Southern Interior, BC
Mr. Speaker, over the past year I have had the pleasure of meeting some young Americans who have come to Canada because of their opposition to the illegal war in Iraq.
They are here because they want no part of this immoral, disastrous war. Some of them lived through the horror of the invasion.
Some Canadians have criticized these young men and women for having the courage to speak out against this war. Let us look at this in context.
Young U.S. citizens, many of whom are part of the 47 million without health care, are attracted to the slick ads that promote the glamour of military life. They are promised a job, a uniform, a college education along with free medical and dental care. However, once reality sets in they see the horror of this war and some choose to come to Canada.
I call on our government to welcome these young Americans to Canada so that they can become loyal, productive members of our society.
Let Canada once again be known as a refuge from militarism.
Gatineau Soup Kitchen
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Marcel Proulx Hull—Aylmer, QC
Mr. Speaker, on October 11, 2007, I was very pleased to attend the sixth annual media supper, which is held every year to raise funds for the breakfasts served by the Soupière de l'Amitié de Gatineau. Donations are received from businesses, organizations and citizens. The three-course meal is prepared by cuisine and pastry students from the Centre Professionnel Relais de la Lièvre-Seigneurie.
The Soupière de l'Amitié de Gatineau aims to fight poverty and impoverishment in all its forms and in all areas of human existence.
During the 2006-07 school year, it served 117,000 breakfasts in 24 schools in the Outaouais.
I would like to commend the extraordinary work of the entire team at the soup kitchen. I would like to thank and congratulate the members of the local media who, for the part six years, have been contributing to the enormous success of this event. For a few hours' time, various local media personalities donned their aprons and served a meal to everyone who came out for this worthy cause.


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- Torn apart by the past... Laura Fenton last saw her friend, lawyer Mark Hunt, in a courtroom. Mark had been seeking a criminal conviction against Laura in the accidental death of his father - her uncle's law partner. The case had been thrown out, and Laura had moved away, escaping the pain and guilt by building a new life for herself entertaining children. Now the past could bring them together... Five years later, Mark was out to find Laura. Her uncle had died and she'd inherited his half of the law firm. Mark still blamed Laura for his father's tragic death. But now, seeing Laura again, Mark blamed himself... for ever having let her go.
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Made of durable polyester fabric on the outside and lined with protective nylon on the inside, the Horse Dreams Backpack by Wildkin is sized just for young children. It measures 15" high by 12" wide and 7" deep, and it even comes with adjustable padded straps. Two zippered compartments and interior storage pockets mean they'll know just where to find that art supply, map to a wonderful horse ranch, or stowaway frog when they need it.
To have the personality on the inside reflected on the outside, bring home the Horse Dreams Backpack for young children by Wildkin from Wooden Toddler Toys today!
Best for ages 3 and above
Durable exterior polyester fabric: Printed fabric 300 denier, Black fabric 600 denier
Interior nylon lining
Adjustable padded straps
2 Zippered compartments with interior storage pockets
7 in. D x 12 in. W x 15 in. H
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