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Vol. 25, Issue 48, August 5, 2021

Canada and Ontario invest over $37.8 million in 35 community infrastructure projects across Ontario

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he safety and well-being of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Ontario. Investments in Ontario's infrastructure during this extraordinary time provides an opportunity to create jobs, economic growth, and make our communities more sustainable and resilient.

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Ross Romano, Ontario's Minister of Government and Consumer Services and Member of Provincial Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, on behalf of the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure; and Robinson Meshake, Board of Directors President for the Matawa First Nations Management, on behalf of the Matawa First Nations, announced funding for 35 community infrastructure projects across Ontario.

The Government of Canada is investing $65,880 in the wastewater planning study and detailed design, and flow meter purchase project in Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek through the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund. Additionally, the Government of Canada is investing over $1.4 million in the Ka-Na-Chi-Hih Treatment Centre Sioux Lookout Program expansion in Sioux Long Term Lookout and the Health Forecast a n d S a f ety Coolant Thursday System, Roof Hatch, and High 27 Low 18 Flooring Upgrade project for the Friday N'Swakamok Native High 22 Low 14 Friendship Centre in Sudbury through the Saturday High Low

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Community, Culture, and Recreation Stream of the Investing in Canada Program. The Government of Canada is also investing over $28.7 million in the remaining 32 projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Stream of the Investing in Canada Program. The Government of Ontario is providing over $7.5 million to these projects, while the Ka-Na-Chi-Hih Treatment Centre is investing $121,061, and the N'Swakamok Native Friendship Centre is investing $9,776 in their respective projects.

Among the projects announced is the Matawa Education and Care Centre gymnasium upgrade project in Thunder Bay. The project involves the construction of a new gymnasium at the facility. Once completed, this project will provide a dedicated space for health and physical education programming and will support the Matawa Education and Care Centre's holistic approach to well-being, providing residents with a space to do activities where they can stay fit and healthy.

In Thunder Bay, renovations and retrofits to the Dennis Franklin Cromarty First Nation High School will provide students access to a more reliable and safe space to learn. Work includes repairs to the leaking roof, the replacement of the sewage and water pipes, upgrades to the HVAC, electrical, and sprinkler systems, and asbestos abatement. Further work includes the installation of new flooring, the reconstruction of one of the entrance ramps to the school and repairs to the service elevator.

Also being announced is the expansion of the Ka-Na-Chi-Hih Treatment Centre located in Sioux Lookout. The scope of the project involves renovations to a former school which will

provide a safe and welcoming healing space that supports land-based and traditional practices and will support the Centre's expansion of its treatment program in order to increase the number of youth served. Once completed this will allow the Ka-Na-Chi-Hih Treatment Centre to provide a long-term residential treatment program for Indigenous and Northern Ontario communities.

Additional investments in other community infrastructure projects across Ontario include the installation of portable classrooms in a number of Indigenous communities including Eabametoong First Nation, Aroland First Nation, Fort Severn First Nation, Webequie First Nation, Marten Falls First Nation, Long Lake First Nation, Neskantaga First Nation, and Nibinamik First Nation. Other projects include upgrades to Alternative Secondary Schools in Ottawa, Hamilton, Red Lake, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins, Fort Frances, Kenora, and Fort Erie.

Meanwhile, a Clean Water and Wastewater Fund project in Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek will upgrade the community's sewage lagoon which will improve the environment and receiving water source.

The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream, implemented in response to the pandemic, allows the Government of Canada to invest up to 80 per cent of eligible costs for projects in provinces, and up to 100 per cent for projects in territories and Indigenous communities. The Government of Ontario will invest 20 per cent of the eligible costs for projects across the province.

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Weather Summary for Ontario July 2021: Summer Storms in the South and Quite Dry for Most of Northern Ontario

Temperatures and Precipitation In July, temperatures were slightly below normal to slightly above normal in Ontario. While Southern Ontario experienced normal temperatures, the north experienced anomalies ranging from -2oC in the northeast, and up to +2oC in the northwest. Both the north and south experienced below normal temperatures along the border with Quebec. Temperature swings were common throughout Ontario, with daily anomalies ranging from -8oC to +10oC. The first week of July was warmer than usual, with daily records being broken in the northwest on July 3rd.

Temperatures were normal for the second half of the month.

Precipitation amounts varied significantly throughout the province during the month of July. Northern Ontario experienced drier than normal conditions, with some areas receiving less than 25% of normal values, aggravating the ongoing wildfire situation. In Southern Ontario, precipitation ranged from average to well above average. Manitoulin Island and areas in cottage country saw the largest departure from normal as they received more than double their seasonal values.

Significant Events July 13: Severe Thunderstorms across Southern Ontario Severe thunderstorms made their way across southern Ontario through the afternoon and evening of July 13. The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) from Western University has confirmed that a tornado occurred in Penetanguishene, where there were several reports of downed trees. This tornado was given a preliminary rating of EF-0 by NTP, with maximum estimated wind speeds of 125 km/h.

Further damage was reported at Tasso Lake,

northeast of Huntsville. The Northern Tornadoes Project has concluded that this damage resulted from an EF-0 downburst, consistent with winds up to 130 km/h. A second tornado was confirmed by NTP in Beachburg, near the Ottawa River Valley. This tornado has been classified as an EF-1 with wind speeds up to 170 km/h.

July 15: Multiple Strong To r n a d o e s i n C e n t r a l a n d Eastern Ontario Severe thunderstorms once again affected central and eastern Ontario through the afternoon and evening of July 15. Several areas of damage were reported, including multiple reports of downed trees and power lines. In Barrie, significant damage was reported to many homes and vehicles. Seventyone homes have been deemed uninhabitable, and 10 injuries were reported. A damage survey was conducted in Barrie by teams from both Environment Canada and NTP, and they have given a preliminary rating of EF-2 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, with winds estimated up to 210 km/h. The team from NTP also investigated damage in Little Britain, Lorneville, Dwight, Lake Traverse, and Sunbeam Lake. Each of these were also deemed to have been caused by EF-2 tornadoes, giving a total of six from this event.

July 16: Significant Rainfall on the North Shore of Lake Erie A nearly stationary frontal boundary along the southern Lake Erie shore resulted in significant amounts of rain, with several parts of Windsor-Essex County reporting urban flooding. Rainfall amounts along the northern Lake Erie shore ranged from 40 to 100 mm, with the highest amount of 108.2 being reported in Windsor.

July 20: Severe Thunderstorms across Southern and Eastern Ontario A nearly stationary frontal boundary stretching from Southern Lake Huron to the O t t a w a Va l l e y b r o u g h t s i g n i f i c a n t thunderstorms to central and eastern Ontario.

An EF-0 tornado at Whitestone Lake in Parry Sound was confirmed by NTP, with estimated maximum winds of 115 km/h, following reports of tree damage. Multiple reports of pea to quarter sized hail were received throughout eastern Ontario, as well as over 25,000 customers left without power.

July 24: Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms across Southern and Northeastern Ontario A low-pressure system moving across northern Ontario left significant rainfall amounts across northeastern and central Ontario. In the northeast, rain amounts generally ranged between 20 and 45 mm. In central Ontario, rain followed by a round of thunderstorms resulted in amounts generally ranging between 30 and 60 mm, with the highest amount of 61.5 mm reported in Owen Sound. The thunderstorms also resulted in numerous damage reports in the Windsor and Grey-Bruce areas. The Northern Tornadoes Project investigated damage reported in Bayfield and Thornbury, and determined that the damage in each area was due to EF-0 tornadoes. The team from NTP also investigated damage reported in Windsor and Leamington, and have confirmed that an EF-0 tornado in Windsor and an EF-1 tornado in Leamington.

Outlook for August A cooler air mass has settled over the province, and temperatures will continue to be below normal through the first week of the month, with the exception of the north, which will see a return to above normal temperatures. Nearnormal precipitation is expected for southern Ontario as well as a large portion of northeastern Ontario through the beginning of the month.

Northwestern Ontario, however, will continue to remain dry, with below-normal precipitation expected.

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Chapleau Moments by

Michael J. Morris NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising Canadian country artist Lorne Riley is back with his latest release Whiskey Don't Love Me. After securing both Canadian and U.S. success with his debut single, this tune showcases a more upbeat vibe alongside an unromantic look at addiction and the consequences that arise from it.

This song was officially released on country radio stations in Canada on August 2 and is currently available on all digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and more. This country/rock release shines the light on alcohol addiction and was written by Riley himself. This is off his upcoming second album Sweet Pain,

Chapleau's rising Canadian country artist Lorne Riley is back with his latest release "Whiskey Don't Love Me" which will be released later this year.

The official music video was also released and can be viewed. While country music tends to romanticize alcohol, anything in excess ultimately comes with consequences.

“We all know that knocking back a few can be good fun. But having a few too many too often can be a whole different ballgame. A good time can quickly spiral into a pointless blur that puts a hurting on everyone you care about,” says Riley.

“As I try to carve out a niche, I want to put my best foot forward and showcase my music and who I am as an artist, and I feel this song is a good example of that.” Stay in touch with Lorne Riley on his social media platforms Facebook and Instagram.

About Lorne Riley: Music has always been a passion throughout this Canadian artist's life. A small-town boy who hails from Chapleau in Northern Ontario, Lorne has travelled the world extensively with postings in Frankfurt, Geneva and Dubai all of which have served to influence and enrich his songwriting.

Prior to pursuing country music as his career, Lorne cut his teeth on rock and blues as a front man for a series of bands as a young lad in Northern Ontario and later in Dubai as a singer/songwriter.

These projects served as a stepping stone to elevate Lorne's talent for story-telling, fuel his long-held but unrequited love for country music and provide a fresh new voice and soulful style to the genre.

L o r n e ' s compelling debut release Twenty Years gained the Music Row chart attraction and caught the attention of film director Steve Schmidt who created a video using the track to promote the release of his award-winning

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feature film “The Road to Tophet.”

His sophomore release The Line Starts Here charted in the Top 100 and Nowhere Fast peaked in at #115. Lorne has performed for thousands of fans across North America.

Lorne is a graduate of Chapleau High School and we all hope he will return home in 2022 to help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the school. He is also a graduate of Carleton University in Ottawa.

The son of Jackie and the late Lorne Riley, he was active in community activities while growing up in Chapleau.

With several accolades under his belt, this songbird has won the admiration of fans worldwide. With his down-to-earth demeanor and his ole' country sound, he is well on his way to continuing to entertain fans for years to come.

For more information or to request an interview with Lorne Riley, contact Nicole Zeller of Brickshore Media at nicole@ brickshore media.com

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Military should have the highest standards for sexual misconduct REPORT sexualized culture in the CAF that is hostile to themselves reporting sexual misconduct every year. from OTTAWA women and LGTBQ members, and conducive to Despite the challenges, change is in the air more serious incidents of sexual harassment and and is likely beyond any government's ability to Rapport assault.” It called for a culture change and for stop it. If education is a key component, there is a d’Ottawa leaders to acknowledge that sexual misconduct is a promising development with the appointment of by/par

Carol Hughes Federal member of Parliament Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing

Like other long-standing institutions, the Canadian Military has a complex history that has produced many achievements, but not without collecting a few skeletons in the closet along the way. As with other male-dominated professions, the inclusion of women into the ranks has resulted in a bumpy path. While women have proven that the work is completely within their capacity, the sexism they've faced along the way has revealed an ugly side to the military. This has been at the heart of the controversy surrounding former Chief of Staff, General Jonathan Vance and formed a large portion of the recent review of sections of the National Defence Act. As societies sensibilities change, the military has found itself playing catch up, especially with the role of women.

Sexism in the ranks is nothing new and the government's biggest problem right now relates to unkept promises to address the issue. Many of those date back to a 2015 report on an External Review into Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Harassment in the Canadian Armed Forces from Justice Marie Deschamps. It found “an underlying

real and serious problem for the organization, one that requires their own direct and sustained attention.

Somehow the government didn't understand they have a role beyond being upset, how else can 6 years of inaction be explained? A recent, independent review of specified provisions of the National Defence Act (NDA) and their operation confirmed many of the issues the CF are dealing with. The report from the Honourable Morris J. Fish, former Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada also confirmed that the government hasn't taken action on sexual assault since they took power in 2015.

The numbers create a persuasive case on their own with over a 1,000 individual reports of sexual misconduct within CAF every year it is clearly a workplace in crisis.

The military is having a hard time moving itself from an old-world, male-dominated structure to one that not only includes diverse membership but ensures their protection too. The failure to do that is front and center with the way that allegations - and now charge of obstruction of justice - against Jonathan Vance played out. The government took too long defending the former top soldier and not enough time protecting the thousand plus who find

Commodore Josee Kurtz as Royal Military College's new commandant. The change is important beyond the optics, even though Commodore Kurtz is the first woman to hold the post. She says she doesn't anticipate a lot of change at the College, but admits her appointment speaks volumes about the changing roles for women in the military.

In the meantime, survivors of assault must have a clear path to justice, and the leadership of the Canadian Armed Forces must make the changes to ensure that justice is found and that confidence in the reporting structures is restored. The government doesn't understand this and are doubling down on more reports, having just appointed former Supreme Court justice, Louise Arbour as an independent reviewer to examine sexual harassment and misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. While the ink is barely dry on the 2015 report, more action would have sent a stronger signal. The government must take the actions necessary to instill a culture change within the highest rank of the Canadian Armed forces. We cannot root out sexual misconduct in the Canadian military unless everyone is held to the same high standard.

L'armée devrait se doter des normes les plus élevées en matière d'inconduite sexuelle L'histoire de l'armée est complexe, tout comme celle d'autres institutions établies depuis longtemps. L'armée compte de nombreuses réalisations à son actif, mais aussi quelques squelettes dans le placard. À l'instar d'autres professions dominées par les hommes, l'inclusion des femmes dans les rangs a suivi un parcours cahoteux. Si les femmes ont prouvé que le travail est tout à fait à leur portée, le sexisme auquel elles ont été confrontées en cours de route a révélé un aspect peu glorieux de l'armée. C'est cet aspect qui est au cœur de la controverse entourant l'ancien chef d'état-major, le général Jonathan Vance, et qui explique en grande partie la récente révision de certains articles de la Loi sur la défense nationale. À mesure qu'évoluent les susceptibilités de la société, l'armée essaie de rattraper son retard, notamment en ce qui concerne le rôle des femmes.

Le sexisme dans les rangs n'a rien de nouveau, et le plus gros problème du gouvernement à l'heure actuelle concerne les promesses non tenues de s'y attaquer. Bon nombre de ces promesses remontent au rapport de l'Examen externe sur l'inconduite sexuelle et le harcèlement sexuel dans les Forces armées canadiennes produit par la juge Marie Deschamps en mars 2015. Le rapport concluait qu'il existait « une culture sousjacente de la sexualisation au sein des FAC [et que cette culture était] hostile aux femmes et aux LGTBQ et propice aux incidents graves que sont le harcèlement sexuel et l'agression sexuelle ». On y réclamait un changement de culture et demandait

aux dirigeants de reconnaître que l'inconduite sexuelle est un problème réel et grave pour l'organisation, un problème qui requiert leur attention directe et soutenue.

D'une manière ou d'une autre, le gouvernement n'a pas compris qu'il avait un rôle à jouer, outre celui de se dire déçu. Autrement, comment expliquer six ans d'inaction? Un examen récent et indépendant de certaines dispositions de la Loi sur la défense nationale et de leur application a confirmé bon nombre des problèmes auxquels les FC sont confrontées. Le rapport de l'honorable Morris J. Fish, ancien juge de la Cour suprême du Canada, a également confirmé que le gouvernement n'a pas pris de mesures concernant les agressions sexuelles depuis son arrivée au pouvoir en 2015.

Les chiffres à eux seuls sont convaincants : plus de 1 000 cas d'inconduite sexuelle sont signalés chaque année au sein des FAC. Il s'agit clairement d'un milieu de travail en crise. L'armée a de la difficulté à passer d'une structure ancienne dominée par les hommes à une structure qui non seulement accueille des membres diversifiés, mais qui assure également leur protection. L'échec de cette évolution est mis en évidence par la manière dont les allégations – et maintenant l'accusation d'entrave à la justice – contre Jonathan Vance ont été traitées. Le gouvernement a pris trop de temps pour défendre l'ancien haut gradé et pas assez pour protéger les quelque mille personnes qui signalent chaque année des cas d'inconduite sexuelle.

Malgré les défis, il y a du changement dans l'air, et il est probable qu'aucun gouvernement ne pourra l'arrêter. Si l'éducation est la clé, la nomination du commodore Josée Kurtz au poste de commandant du Collège militaire royal est prometteuse. Au-delà des apparences, ce changement est important, même si le commodore Kurtz est la première femme à occuper ce poste.

D'ailleurs, cette dernière dit qu'elle ne prévoit pas beaucoup de changements au Collège, mais admet que sa nomination en dit long sur l'évolution du rôle des femmes dans l'armée.

Entre-temps, les survivantes d'agressions doivent avoir accès à la justice, et les dirigeants des Forces armées canadiennes doivent apporter les changements nécessaires pour que justice soit rendue et que la confiance dans les structures hiérarchiques soit rétablie. Or, le gouvernement n'y comprend rien et multiplie les rapports. Il vient de confier à l'ancienne juge de la Cour suprême Louise Arbour l'examen indépendant de l'inconduite sexuelle et du harcèlement sexuel au sein des Forces armées canadiennes et du ministère de la Défense nationale. Alors que l'encre est à peine sèche sur le rapport de 2015, des mesures concrètes auraient pu envoyer un signal plus clair. Le gouvernement doit agir pour insuffler un changement de culture au sein des plus hauts rangs des Forces armées canadiennes. Nous ne pourrons éradiquer l'inconduite sexuelle dans l'armée canadienne que si tout le monde respecte les mêmes normes élevées.

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Nearly 280,000 Ontario residents to benefit from historic agreement to improve access to high-speed internet The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted how much we rely on our internet connections, making access to fast and reliable internet service even more critical. For too long, many rural Canadians have lacked access to high-speed internet, impacting their ability to work, learn and keep in touch with family and friends. The pandemic has made addressing this divide even more urgent. That's why the governments of Canada and Ontario are accelerating their investments in broadband infrastructure.

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for University–Rosedale; the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Peterborough–Kawartha; the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure and Member of Provincial Parliament for Etobicoke Centre; and Dave Smith, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (Northern Development and Mines) and to the Minister of Indigenous Affairs and Member of Provincial Parliament for Peterborough–Kawartha, announced a historic agreement to bring highspeed internet to nearly 280,000 rural Ontario households in hundreds of communities across the province.

Under this agreement, the Government of

Canada and the Government of Ontario have partnered to support large-scale, fibre-based projects that will provide high-speed internet access to all corners of the province by 2025. This historic agreement is being made possible by an equal federal-provincial investment totalling more than $1.2 billion.

In addition, the Canada Infrastructure Bank is assessing opportunities proposed through the Universal Broadband Fund to provide additional financing on a project-by-project basis toward significant expansion of broadband in partnership with private and institutional investors.

Canada-wide, more than 890,000 rural and remote households are on track to be connected to high-speed internet as a result of federal investments. At the end of March 2021, 175,000 rural and remote households had been connected to high-speed internet under projects supported by the Government of Canada. By the end of this year, over 435,000 households will be connected thanks to support from the federal government.

This investment represents a concrete step forward that will move Ontario almost 40% of the way in its ambitious plan to achieve 100% connectivity for all regions in the province by the end of 2025. This investment builds on Ontario's recently announced investment of up to $14.7 million for 13 new projects under the Improving Connectivity for Ontario (ICON) program. This will provide up to 17,000 homes and businesses

with access to reliable high-speed internet and builds on a range of provincial initiatives under way that will connect another 70,000 homes and businesses.

Also part of Ontario's plan to achieve 100% connectivity is a recently announced innovative procurement process that is being used to help connect the vast majority of the remaining underserved and unserved communities.

Procurement under this delivery model, led by Infrastructure Ontario, will begin later this summer.

Together, these initiatives are part of Ontario's plan to help bring reliable high-speed internet to more communities across Ontario.

Today's announcement builds on the progress the governments of Canada and Ontario have already made to improve critical infrastructure in Ontario. This includes leveraging over $30 billion in federal, provincial and partner funding for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). This investment supports over 265 local transit projects; 140 projects in rural and northern areas; over 70 green infrastructure projects; and over 270 community, culture and recreation projects. Also, as part of ICIP, Ontario launched the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure stream with combined federal and provincial funding of $1.05 billion. This includes up to $250 million in federal and provincial funding for municipalities to address critical local infrastructure needs to improve health and safety.

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Boost happiness and well-being in your golden years (NC) As we age, many of us realize that we may lose some strength and flexibility. But staying active and healthy as you get older can prevent this and is easier than you think. All it takes is keeping a few lifestyle and wellness tips in mind: Exercise your body Getting at least 150 minutes of exercise a week including light cardio and muscle- and bone-strengthening activities is

recommended and helps maintain your posture and balance. These exercises could include climbing stairs, walking, dancing or simple yoga poses, all of which you can do outdoors or indoors as the weather cools in the fall. Even practicing a few new stretches or balance exercises, such as standing on one foot, can make a difference.

Learn something new Research shows that trying your hand at something new helps your brain forge new pathways and keeps your mind and body engaged, which is key to maintaining one’s overall well-being. Consider learning tai chi, which is a gentle way to reduce stress and anxiety while improving flexibility and balance. Or you can take up a new language to exercise your mind — there are apps that even turn it into a fun game.

Have a backup plan “Accidents can happen to anyone, even to healthy and flexible people in their fifties, so it’s important to be prepared and think ahead in the event of a fall or other accident,” says Dr. Samir Sinha, director of health policy research at the National Institute on Ageing. “Yet more than 30 per cent of older Canadians report not being prepared to manage medical emergencies when alone.”

To help stay safe in an emergency, older Canadians can also use discreet and wearable technology like Telus Health Companion, the first personal emergency response service on Apple Watch in Canada. It offers peace of mind at home or while on-the-go with automatic fall detection and access to 24/7 live emergency support discretely from your wrist. Learn more at telus.com/companionwatch.

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Comment trouver les ressources sur le bien-être dont vous avez besoin

(EN) À mesure que nous nous montrons plus ouverts et plus à l’aise de discuter de problèmes de santé mentale comme l’anxiété et la dépression, nous sommes nombreux à réaliser qu’un peu d’aide pourrait nous être utile.

Cependant, il peut être difficile de déterminer où et comment accéder à tout le soutien offert. Voici quelques conseils qui peuvent vous aider :

1. Vérifiez auprès de votre bureau de santé publique local.

Un aspect positif résultant de la pandémie est le fait que les gouvernements offrent davantage d’outils et de ressources en santé mentale auxquels vous pouvez accéder à partir de chez vous, comme des séances de clavardage pour les jeunes, et une thérapie cognitivocomporte mentale en ligne gratuite pour les adultes.

2. Adressez-vous à votre principal fournisseur de soins de santé.

Vo t r e m é d e c i n o u v o t r e fournisseur de soins principal connaît votre état de santé mieux que quiconque, et peut effectuer des tests pour écarter tout problème physique. Il peut également déterminer le type d’aide dont vous avez besoin (soit un conseiller, un psychologue ou un psychiatre, etc.), vous inscrire sur la bonne liste d’attente et vous offrir des

stratégies d’adaptation en attendant votre rendezvous.

3. Explorez les relations au sein de votre organisation ou entreprise.

Vous avez probablement accès à des ressources en matière de bien-être que vous ne connaissez même pas par l’intermédiaire de votre employeur, de votre école ou de votre compagnie d’assurance – vous n’avez qu’à demander. Si vous êtes propriétaire d’une petite entreprise cliente de BMO, vous pouvez maintenant accéder à des services pour le bien-être jusqu’au 31 décembre 2021. La Banque offre aux entreprises clientes l’accès gratuit au régime d’avantages sociaux qu’elle procure à ses employés par l’intermédiaire du programme SynerVie; cela comprend du soutien sur le plan personnel et professionnel par téléphone ou au moyen d’une application, des services de consultation confidentiels en tout temps ainsi que des boîtes à outils et des vidéos sur le bien-être.

Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site bmo.com/principal/entreprise/offresspeciales/synervie/.

Trois conseils pour moderniser votre bureau virtuel (EN) Lorsque la pandémie a confiné les gens à la maison, nombreux sont ceux qui ont dû s’adapter rapidement au travail à domicile. Comme nous travaillons maintenant de cette façon depuis 18 mois et que plusieurs entreprises ont décidé de passer définitivement en mode hybride, il est temps de vous assurer que votre bureau virtuel vous permet d'atteindre votre plein potentiel.

Voici trois conseils qui vous aideront à aménager un bureau à domicile plus efficace : 1. Un fauteuil confortable Si vous avez acheté un fauteuil de bureau bon marché au début de la pandémie ou si vous avez utilisé une chaise de cuisine ou de salle à manger, il est temps de vous procurer un siège de meilleure qualité conçu pour les gens qui passent la journée assis à un bureau.

Il s’agit de l’amélioration la plus importante, et il vaut la peine de vous procurer un fauteuil de bonne qualité si vous pouvez vous le permettre. Une chaise ergonomique et confortable vous permettra de vous asseoir correctement et protégera votre dos, votre cou, vos épaules et vos mains des blessures à long terme.

2. Un système vidéo Nombreux sont ceux qui depuis des mois se fient aux caméras de mauvaise qualité intégrées dans les ordinateurs portables pour les appels vidéo. Ces appareils révèlent des angles bizarres, un éclairage insuffisant et des images floues, sans compter qu'il faut les réajuster chaque fois que le portable est déplacé.

De plus, le choix d’images d'arrière-plan est très limité. Pour vos appels vidéo, essayez plutôt un appareil photo compact ou sans miroir, comme le Sony Z V 1B. Il suffit de télécharger le logiciel gratuit de l'appareil afin de le configurer pour les appels et le relier à votre ordinateur portable. Vous pouvez ensuite ouvrir votre logiciel de vidéobavardage et laisser vos interlocuteurs admirer votre image claire et nette.

3. De nouveaux écouteurs Une paire de bons écouteurs peut améliorer votre qualité de vie au travail, et il n’est pas nécessaire de payer une fortune. Il y a de nombreux modèles sur le marché, alors faites des recherches pour trouver celui qui répondra le mieux à vos besoins. Idéalement, les bons écouteurs sont confortables pour les longues réunions, en plus d’être durables et multifonctionnels. Les écouteurs avec casque antibruit seront pratiques si vous devez partager

votre espace de travail, tandis que les écouteurs sans fil vous permettront de vous déplacer et de faire du rangement tout en écoutant un webinaire.

Pour de nouvelles idées de technologies créatrices offertes par des experts, consultez le site henrys.com.

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Ford's school reopening plan risks COVID-19 outbreaks and further disruption to learning Today, the Ford government delivered an incomplete and inadequate school reopening plan that loosens safety precautions that will likely lead to more COVID-19 outbreaks and disruption to inperson learning. While we all want a return to inperson learning that is safe and sustainable, the only way this can happen is if we have the safety precautions in place that further prevent the spread of COVID-19. The province's plan does not do enough, especially given the increased risks the Delta variant poses to those who are unvaccinated, including children under 12.

“It's clear that Premier Ford and Minister Lecce are relying on vaccinations alone to provide a safe school reopening and a return to extracurriculars. What they seem to have forgotten is that Ontarians remain at risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19, and most elementary children are ineligible for vaccines,” says Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario

(ETFO) President Sam Hammond. “Because of this government's poor decision-making, students in Ontario lost more opportunities to learn in person than any other students in Canada. Educators want schools to stay open all year even as we combat the variants we know will threaten reopening and recovery for some time. The Ford government's consistent and reckless disregard for the seriousness of this pandemic will not keep students, staff and their families safe.”

ETFO firmly believes in-person instruction provides the best experience for learning and is the most equitable model for all students. To ensure a safe and sustainable return to in-person learning, ETFO calls on the Ford government to: ! lower class sizes to enable physical distancing; ! put cohorting in place that genuinely limits interactions; !

maintain last year's isolation procedures for anyone who develops symptoms or receives positive test results; ! improve contact tracing and a re-evaluation of who is deemed a high-risk contact; ! mandate masking for all elementary students, including Kindergarten, unless medically exempted; ! require confirmation of C O V I D-19 screening of staff and students; ! provide accessible, on-site asymptomatic testing in high-risk scenarios; ! mandate that school boards assess ventilation in every classroom; ! provide adequate time and funding for school boards to make ventilation improvements; ! provide staff and families with evidence of adequate ventilation, including: the provision of carbon dioxide detectors; upgrades to HVAC filters; portable HEPA filters, where necessary; H VA C documented upgrades, repairs and maintenance; and clear protocols for opening windows and doors; ! maintain existing safety precautions in Physical Education classes; ! direct adequate safeguards for student transportation; and ! immediately reverse its $800-million funding cut to public education for the 2021-2022 school year.

Students and families deserve to know what dedicated resources will be available to support learning recovery and renewal. Instead, we heard a vague commitment that additional resources and training will be available for educators this school year. Just how much more time does the Ford government need to deliver on this,” notes Hammond. “Students, in particular those who have disabilities, are racialized and/or experience marginalization, must be supported to recover and move forward in positive ways. To do that, resources and supports must be available immediately to help re-engage students and inspire their success.”

In developing their plan, the Ford government, again, did not seek input from frontline education workers. “One would think that a government who repeatedly failed to address the impacts of COVID-19 in schools would be open to hearing from those who worked tirelessly to meet the needs of students while faced with significant challenges throughout the pandemic, but no. Our frequent calls for an advisory table went unanswered, and now we are left with another incomplete plan that loosens safety precautions at a critical time during the pandemic,” adds Hammond.

ETFO represents 83,000 elementary public school teachers, occasional teachers and education professionals across the province. Its Building Better Schools education agenda can be viewed at BuildingBetterSchools.ca

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How to find family history info for free (NC) Family history is a world many of us would love to explore. However, a mistaken belief that it’s an expensive hobby requiring pricy subscriptions or trips to a special library are holding back many would-be genealogists.

Fortunately, you don’t necessarily need to pay for the information you need. The Canadian census is one of the best tools available for research into family history. And you can find it all for free.

Nearly all the available Canadian censuses are freely accessible through Library and Archives

Canada, and the censuses from 1825 to 1926 can be individually searched using an online database.

You can learn many things from the census. But remember that every census is different because the questions change from census to census, as do the possible responses people could give. These changes reflect how Canadian society has transformed from one generation to the next.

In general, since 1871 you should be able to track your ancestors by the following information:

age sex marital status country or province of birth religious denomination (after 1951, questions about religion have only been asked every ten years) ! ethnic origin ! occupation ! education.

The earliest censuses might be missing certain information since weather or environmental disasters could make it impossible for all the information to be collected back then, or original records may have been lost to fires or water damage.

Family history can teach us so much about how our lives came to be. While it’s not always easy to find the information you want, finding free resources like the census can sure make it easier.

The census is a great place to start.

The 2021 Census starts on May 3.

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3 tips about returning to classrooms safely and with confidence

(NC) While there’s still some uncertainty about how this school year will play out, one thing parents, students and teachers can do is make sure they’re prepared for all scenarios. Here are a few health and safety tips to keep in mind as students return to school: 1. Practice handwashing and sanitizing

Now is the perfect time to remind ourselves about good hand-washing technique. At home, remind little ones to practice hand washing for at least 20 seconds each time.

They can sing happy birthday or another song verse that lasts 20 seconds to make it fun and memorable.

While it may be difficult to teach kids not to touch their face, consistent reminders are a good way to help them remember as best they can. When they’re back in the classroom, they’ll take these lessons with them.

2. Show them how to keep personal space Teaching children that they have to stand two metres apart from each other may be difficult,

especially when they’ve not seen their friends in months. Explaining that everyone is keeping their distance to keep their friends and families safe is key to helping young kids understand.

Give them an example to visualize what two metres looks like, like a hockey stick or the height of a door.

3. Get the right items in their backpacks In addition to backpacks, pencil cases, binders and the other usual school supplies, they should still carry face masks, hand sanitizer and travel wipes. Make mask shopping fun by choosing a trendy design that kids will be excited to sport.

Equip them with multiple hand sanitizers so when one gets lost, they have quick access to another. Staples Canada carries a variety of safety products and masks for the whole family.

Find out what else you can do to return to school with confidence at staples.ca/back toschool.

Protecting yourself online – 3 stressful purchases that fraudsters target (NC) More and more of us are conducting our lives online during the pandemic, purchasing products like insurance, getting quotes for renovations or applying to jobs. While these moments are often already stressful, they are also perfect opportunities for scams that fraudsters prey on.

Aviva Canada has a fraud hub that allows you to report suspicious sites or possible scams.

As you’re navigating the web, here are some tips from the insurance company to avoid getting duped when you’re doing business online.

1. Avoid anything that looks too good to be true Criminals can easily set up convincing sites to look like the real thing — it’s known as spoofing.

That’s why you should do a little research when you see an amazing deal, particularly when it comes to purchasing insurance online.

Fake insurance sites will trick people with the promise of very cheap coverage. So ask yourself, is the quote you're getting seem too low to be true? Is everything spelled correctly? Does their website name look right? If you’re at all suspicious, stay away.

2. Applying for a job? Make sure it’s the real deal Some fraudsters will contact people through social media and other messaging platforms (such as WhatsApp), asking them to share their personal details or pay money in order to apply

for a job. To trick people into thinking the job posting is real, using a company’s brand and public information from the official company website.

But no employer will ask you to send money to apply for a job. If you have any doubts about the legitimacy of the job posting, get in touch with the organization itself or check to see if the job is listed on their LinkedIn or Careers page.

3. Unbelievably low bids for repairs When you’re searching for a contractor to make repairs or renovations to your home, some will immediately call or email you to offer a low bid that is far below what any other construction companies in the area charge.

But once the job starts, unexpected costs and unforeseen problems may suddenly appear.

Some contractors may even resort to stopping all work after your home is partially demolished if additional payments aren’t made. Always get a couple of quotes from reputable companies to compare before deciding on one. If a company offers the same job for a price that is too good to be true, it probably is.

Find more information at aviva.ca/en/about-aviva/protect-yourself-fromfraud.

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