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Cover Story Ashlyn George

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Beauty column by Sara Lindsay

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Note from our

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How is it possible that the days fly by in summer while we technically have more daylight than any other time of year?

I hope this month’s note finds you taking advantage and soaking up every ounce of the long summer days.

Perhaps during your Photo by Kiriako Iatridis summer vacation you will have ventured out somewhere new in the province or taken in a new activity in your city. It’s amazing what you can discover when you simply look.

And, although I spoke to this last month it bears repeating, if you need inspiration of what to do or where to go, it’s easy to find.

In fact, you don’t have to look any farther than our cover story. Ashlyn George, the 2015 Saskatchewanderer, has done a masterful job of exploring some well known and many hidden gems in the province.

Read her story and then make sure you follow along on her journey, as I’m sure it will spark ideas to add to your personal (Saskatchewan) bucket list.

So for now, before those leaves start to turn yellow, I implore you to make the most of the beautiful prairie summer. Run through a sprinkler, go for a drive, bbq your heart out and most importantly surround yourself with neighbours, friends and family.

Enjoy!

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Ashlyn George

The Saskatchewanderer

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I had the pleasure of meeting Ashlyn George earlier this summer during a float down the South Saskatchewan River. Within minutes we became fast friends, swapping travel stories and admiring the simple yet stunning riverbank that winds its way through the city of Saskatoon. A media maven at heart, George showed up with her GoPro, ready to capture the scenery. According to her, she was on a “day off”. For someone who so enthusiastically and emphatically consumes experiences, however, one could argue there is no such thing.

set off to travel the world.

During that first meeting I was struck by George’s easygoing nature, passion for adventure, and her infectiously positive attitude.

As I learned more about her role as the 2015 Saskatchewanderer, it became increasingly evident that these qualities – among others – have served and will continue to serve her well in her current job

This past April, George travelled to the Netherlands to round out her total countries visited to an impressive 40. When asked what draws her back home to Saskatchewan time and again, she acknowledged that it had a little to do with the ability to save money and a lot to do with spending time with loved ones.

“After finishing university, I realized that if I could spend five years in an institution learning from books, I could dedicate five years in the world learning from real experiences,” she says. “Through travel, I have discovered who I am and what I’m truly passionate about.

Although I don’t teach in a typical classroom, I still feel like a teacher.

Instead, I use the Internet as a platform to share my knowledge of travel with others.”

I love the constant adventure and challenges that travel offers me. I love waking up every morning in a new place wondering how the day’s experiences are going to change my life. and into the future.

“I love the constant adventure and challenges that travel offers me,” says George. “I love waking up every morning in a new place wondering how the day’s experiences are going to change my life. I have a penchant for pushing limits; if it scares me and is hard to do, it’s going to be all the better for me in the end.”

The Saskatchewanderer program launched in 2011 and has expanded over the years through a joint collaboration by Tourism Saskatchewan and the Ministries of Parks, Culture, and Sport, Economy, and Agriculture. Hired on a one-year contract to “live, work and play in Saskatchewan,” the Saskatchewanderer is responsible for developing a calendar of events and traveling to the far corners of the province to showcase its people, places and events. This ambassador role requires proficiency with social media and marketing, skills in photography, videography, and content production, and an unquenchable thirst for adventure and exploration.

“My job involves planning, organizing and attending events, and capturing, editing and sharing what I do around the province,” George explains. “I have to admit that it’s incredibly busy but I make time for it because I love it so much. This job was a natural fit for me as it was exactly what I was doing while traveling the world on my own.”

George grew up in Leslie, a small farming community near Foam Lake, with her parents and three older brothers. She spoke fondly of her small-town upbringing, sharing that it was early on in her life that she became an “adventure junkie” with a burning desire to “accrue experiences.”

After high school, George relocated to Saskatoon – the city she now calls home – to complete a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Education through the University of Saskatchewan.

Where most would jump immediately into the workforce following graduation, George decided to take a non-traditional approach and

“It’s important for me to stay connected with my family and friends,” she adds. “Seeing them in person is a big part of that.”

George first heard of the Saskatchewanderer program late in 2013 while traveling through South America, but chose not to apply as she was in the midst of building her own travel blog, The Lost Girl’s Guide to Finding the World (http://www.thelostgirlsguide.com). It wouldn’t be until approximately one year later that George – then travelling through Madagascar, a picturesque island in Eastern Africa – would once again happen upon the Saskatchewanderer job advertisement and decide to submit her application.

“As soon as I read the description and requirements, it felt right,” she says. “I had only a few days to get my application together, so I started planning to shoot and edit a two-minute video. I used my geographic location to my advantage and [showcased] some great adventure activities like trekking and scuba diving.”

Needless to say, George’s unique submission piqued the interest of the hiring board and she received an e-mail request for an interview shortly thereafter. By this time, she had moved on to Swaziland – a land-locked country in Southern Africa – and had to go to great lengths to connect with the team back home in Saskatchewan, renting a conference room in a five-star hotel to try and secure a reliable Internet connection but experiencing a saga of connectivity issues nonetheless. Ultimately, she was able to complete the interview by using Skype for video and what little time credit was left on her personal cell phone for audio.

“Surprisingly, I wasn’t too stressed,” she shares, a testament to her dedication and steadfastness. “You can’t let challenges like that throw you off; you need to be resourceful and work around them.

This is a great skill I’ve learned while traveling on my own and one that might have helped me get the job.”

On the ‘About’ page of George’s personal blog, she reveals that she is a “social hermit.” Because the position of Saskatchewanderer is

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My job involves planning, organizing and attending events, and capturing, editing and sharing what I do around the province. I have to admit that it’s incredibly busy but I make time for it because I love it so much. so inherently interactive, one might be surprised to learn that a trait such as introversion would be compatible with the job description.

However, traveling solo has helped George cultivate a keen sense of self-awareness that allows her to adapt to circumstances without compromising her sense of self and her needs.

“Although I am very social, I need down time, too. Because a big part of my job is driving all around the province, the quiet moments in my vehicle are great to reflect on everything that’s been going on and everything that’s coming up. I also often use this time to call my friends and family on Bluetooth and listen to music and audiobooks.”

At the time of writing, George has travelled over 17,000 kilometres across the province, spending a total of approximately 90 days on the road. From setting up camp in one of Flora Bora Forest Lodging’s unique yurts (http://www.florabora.ca/) to taking in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes at Mortlach’s annual Saskatoonberry Festival, there’s been no shortage of excitement and adventure for this year’s Saskatchewanderer.

Sitting atop her list of most unexpected and captivating Saskatchewan experiences are a dog sledding trip through the boreal forest – something she said was best described as a “sublime” feeling – and the opportunity to fly in a CT-114 Tutor jet in formation with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

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“[Flying in a jet] is the ultimate in adrenaline activities,” she says.

“Captain Steve Reed even let me fly the jet. I was so thrilled I bubbled over with excitement and smiles for days!”

She acknowledged that her greatest challenge thus far has been establishing a work-life balance, as her days off at home in Saskatoon are typically reserved for laundry, repacking, and – most importantly – sleep in order to feel refreshed and recharged for the next trip out.

“It can get a little stressful,” says George of the sometimes demanding nature of her role. “My trick is to make lists to remind myself what needs to get done. Writing things down is the perfect reminder and motivator.”

After years on the road, both locally and overseas, George has learned two major lessons that apply not only to travel but to most other facets of life as well: the ability to ask for help and choosing to say “yes” to opportunities.

“It’s natural to want to do it all on your own, but often times things can be much easier by asking someone for help when you need it. For me, the recipe for a successful trip involves having an idea of what you want to do or where you want to go, but the flexibility to accept other opportunities as they arise. Unexpected offers and unplanned moments are usually where the best memories and experiences can be found. I travel by following my heart and I’ve never

regretted it.”

For George, her memories and experiences as the Saskatchewanderer have been all the more profound as a result of the level of interest, engagement, enthusiasm and support from communities throughout Saskatchewan.

“Everyone has been so positive and excited about the Saskatchewanderer program,” she says, sharing an anecdote of a follower who asked what “they” were going to be doing in the week ahead.

“It’s incredible knowing that people are so involved with my travels and feel as if they are on the adventure with me.”

Her goal? To make Saskatchewan come alive for everyone following along.

“As the Saskatchewanderer, this is precisely what I’m trying to do.”

George has ambitions of making a living out of traveling; given her depth and range of experience, it’s safe to say she is well on her way.

“I’m excited to see what opportunities in travel media I can pursue after this job,” she says. That she has boosted the Saskatchewanderer’s following from roughly 10,000 at the end of January 2015

to more than 21,000 today speaks to George’s skills as a dynamic storyteller and as someone who can create meaningful connections with others, even at a distance.

“I constantly challenge myself to try as many new and different things as I can, especially if they’re out of my comfort zone. For me, it’s about constant learning and discovery.”

In terms of travel plans, George shared her intentions of taking off on a one-year trip following the completion of her Saskatchewanderer contract, with Antarctica - her seventh and final continent - as the first stop.

“It has been a personal goal of mine [to travel to every continent] before I turn 30,” she shares. “I’ll combine that with a year of traveling through South America, Africa, and most likely finish in the Middle East. However, if any other opportunities come along during that time, I won’t say no!”

As the Saskatchewanderer, George will spend the month of August outdoors enjoying our province’s vibrant, hot, and sunny summer weather.

Plans include flying to a geological rock camp near Stony Rapids and visiting the Sturgeon River Ranch near Prince Albert National Park.

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“I want to remind people how great Saskatchewan is and that you don’t need to cross borders for world-class adventures,” she says.

“Geographically we’re very large and topographically we’re also diverse. As a world traveller I’m able to compare Saskatchewan to other “exotic” locations and can honestly say that we compete with the best for beauty, adventure and cultural experiences.”

To stay up-to-date on George’s whereabouts and to learn more about this year’s Saskatchewanderer, please visit www.saskatchewanderer.ca or follow her on Facebook (https://www.facebook. com/skwanderer), Twitter (@SkWanderer), Instagram (@saskatchewanderer), and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/skwandererofficial).

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Those interested in following George’s personal travel project – The Lost Girl’s Guide to Finding the World – can subscribe to her blog (http://www.thelostgirlsguide.com) or follow her on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thelostgirlsguide), Twitter (@lostgirlsguide), and Instagram (@thelostgirlsguide).

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For more information about hair extensions stayed tuned for the next issue.

Joy Amistad is a passionate hairstylist who originated in Vancouver and has continued to develop her talent by further training not only in Vancouver, but as well as Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, Miami and is now residing in Saskatoon. Her extended training has furthered her knowledge in precision cuts, hair colours and up styling. Hair is a fashion industry that is continually changing and growing; she truly values the importance of continually upgrading and enhancing her skills. She doesn’t believe hair dressing is just a job, it’s her passion. Joy is a stylist at Visions Salon and Spa in Saskatoon.

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A Lesson in mAkeup

By Sara Lindsay

I have so many women who stop in to chat with me about what they can be doing differently to achieve an updated makeup look.

We are all guilty (including myself) of falling into a routine of the same look day after day. The trouble is that eventually the days turn to weeks, the weeks to months and the months to years. So some women find themselves stuck in a very long rut, which can make it a daunting habit to break.

Formulas, textures and colour palettes have changed so much over the years. Makeup has become very easy to use, once you know how it works and what best suits your skin tone and type.

This is the same for skin care. Gone are the days of complicated skin care where you need an entire shelf of bottles to maintain healthy skin.

Most women I speak with assume makeup is much more complicated than it is. Modern makeup techniques have definitely become easier and require less steps than you think. Ingredients are something to consider as well. Many brands are formulating products that contain healthy ingredients, so you can feel good about putting them on your skin. But you should also be aware of unhealthy ingredients that are still out there in many products.

These days, makeup is all about making the skin look as healthy and radiant as possible without covering it with a mask. Foundation formulas have come such a long way in recent years so beautiful skin can be created with ease ... and that includes all skin types.

through your existing skin care and makeup routine, and decide what works well for you and what you might want to change. We will then go through an everyday look together (or an evening look if you prefer). Using the makeup that I have in my store, I will apply makeup to one side of your face while explaining each step as I go. Then you will copy the techniques on the other side of your face as we go so that you feel confident at home that you can recreate the look on your own.

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I have been doing private makeup lessons for many years. I started offering them during my time in the UK and most recently in my studio here in Regina. While they are very popular, I do hear from some of my guests that they initially felt intimidated to come because they felt that maybe their makeup was out of date or that they didn’t think they could do it themselves. But once they see how easy it can be, they are pleasantly surprised and we have a lot of fun!

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Originally from Canada, and having spent many years of her career in the United Kingdom, Sara Lindsay is a professional makeup artist, with training from some of London’s top fashion academies. Having had the opportunity to work with some of Britain’s top artists, Sara brings an edge to her hometown of Regina.

Sara’s professional experience includes runway work, editorial spreads, compelling commercial campaigns, weddings and special event clients. London Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, the Junos, and the CCMA’s are just some of the highlights of her career. Sara was named Canadian Makeup Artist of the Year at The Mirror Awards 2011 and was named a finalist for 2012.

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Living Your Healthiest Lifestyle with Holly Barker

7 Key Principles for Training as a Lifestyle

Living your healthiest lifestyle doesn’t just happen. It’s a conscious decision, commitment and promise to make yourself a priority. It’s super simple to discount, doubt or let ourselves down. Or for us to give into that fear, we have of being deemed ‘selfish’ in the eyes of the others that may be starving for our attention, or those who are not so strong to commit fully to themselves as you have recently chosen.

This month I cover the 7 principles I follow every day, week, month and year to stay on track with my healthiest lifestyle. The principles I follow help me succeed in the gym, work, home and at life in general.

It’s a shift for most to implement the requirements necessary to live your best lifestyle every day. It takes work and preparation, consistency and effort, sacrifices and time, but the payoff is worth it every single day.

I hope this insight helps you get going, or keep going, and helps you succeed each day forward.

1- Schedule it in – I go to sleep each night knowing what time I train the next day. I am mentally prepared to exert myself for that 1-2 hour session and book it into my schedule as I would any other meeting or appointment. No excuses. It’s simply part of my day.

2- Fuel yourself properly – As I have grown mentally and physically from day one of training, I know now that if my diet and supplementation are in line with my training goals, I will undoubtedly be able to accomplish anything I set out to do. All health, happiness and achievements start with how you fuel your body.

3- Consistency – Everybody wants everything instantaneously: quicker, better, faster. If you consistently fuel and train for success, you will reach your goals and feel accomplished. The lessons learned through your unique journey will serve towards personal growth and long-term success. A quick fix is usually an onset to a mental, emotional and physical roller coaster that you do not want to be on.

4- Progression – No one started training and instantly did everything perfect. And no one quit training because they got the physique they wanted and didn’t have to train to maintain it. It is a constant progression of learning, growing and becom22 |

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ing who you are meant to be. To shape your body - to be strong, lean and beautiful is always a work in progress.

5- Accepting imperfection – Perfect is a scary place. Right and wrong are not words that are allowed in my club by the staff.

There are so many dictators that believe in certain methodologies.

Every individual learns uniquely and as long as you love yourself along every step of the journey, that is what health and fitness is all about!

6- Willingness to learn, grow and adapt – When we know better, we do better. There are always new studies coming out and new and fun ways to find fitness. Be open to always learning new things and never be afraid to look funny doing it. Sometimes the goofiest looking exercise, movement or dance are the best feeling and most therapeutic. Overcome complacency and be open to change.

7- Smile – What is the point of anything, if it doesn’t make you happy? Why do you get up each day? Get to a place where you can look at any challenge, any barrier to entry, and any obstacle and instead of stating “I can’t,” ask “How can I?” Saying this programs your ability to think openly instead of in a closed state.

Opportunities will become bright and obstacles will begin to seem smaller and smaller.

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Dry Ingredients 1/4 tsp salt n/a 2 scoops Vanilla Quattro Protein Powder 1/2 cup oat flour 4 tbsp coconut flour 3 tbsp krisda no sugar choc chips Instructions:

50 Calories 2g Fat 4g Carb (Sugar .5, Fiber 1.5) 3.5g Protein What you will need: Wet Ingredients 2 tbsp cashew butter 2 tbsp almond butter 6 tbsp E.D Smith no sugar syrup 1 tsp butter emulsion 1 tsp vanilla stevia 2 tbsp unsweetened cashew milk

Mix wet until smooth Slowly incorporate dry ingredients Separate into 24 and form into balls Cool until snack time!

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By Dale Strawford

Esterhazy native Melissa Hozjan volunteers with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders; an international association of doctor and health sector workers who provide assistance to populations in distress, victims of natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict.

Q. What was your inspiration to become involved with Doctors Without Borders?

I don’t remember when I first heard of MSF, but I always knew going into nursing that I wanted to travel and I wanted to volunteer. I felt like the time was right for me personally and professionally. I had enough experience as a nurse and the time was right in my life. I had a serious look at the organization, what they stood for, what their values meant to me, and what I needed to do, to be considered. I completed a Masters in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, a postgraduate degree in Infection Control, and then applied.

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becomes a big part of your life. How do you fit volunteerism into your life and what personal sacrifices have you had to make?

Typically, MSF wants you to be available for one year when you first apply, so I knew right away the commitment that was required of me. Since my first mission in 2010, I have given up any rental property, resigned from my permanent position, sold most of my belongings and moved everything else into a storage unit in Brisbane. I have quite literally been homeless and living out of a suitcase for five years. However, I am very fortunate to have such supportive friends in Australia who understand very well the life I have chosen to lead and welcome me back into their homes with open arms between missions. I certainly couldn’t do what I do without them. I don’t think I have sacrificed anything to do what I do; the rewards far outweigh anything personally for me.

However, my transient lifestyle makes it very difficult to maintain any sort of relationship. I have missed many important events in friends and family’s lives. It is difficult to commit to most things, and I have very little collateral in my name. Yet I wouldn’t change a thing.

Q. Relief work can seem like a never-ending task with never enough hours in the day; there are just so many that need assistance. How do you balance your personal life with your work life to avoid burning out?

My life is planned in blocks, contract to contract, and what to do in between. Generally I take advantage of where I am and try to do some travel. If I am close to Canada I will try to make a trip home or try to plan my contracts around other events in my life. I am credentialed with a few agencies and organizations in Australia that provide me with short term contract work throughout Australia and the neighboring islands between missions, however, this means when I am home I am still very rarely there. Even though I call Brisbane home, I have been there no longer than four weeks in the past year. In fact, after being back for only days I have just accepted an eight week contract in the center of Australia, so I will be off again only two weeks after returning. Normally, they recommend a few months off if you have just returned from a long, stressful or high risk context.

I have taken as short as two weeks off and as long as nearly a year as I was finishing my second masters. As I work as a volunteer, my next contract is quite dependent on me. And as I become more experienced within the organization, my options have widened, yet at the same time I have become a bit more ‘picky,’ opting for contracts in countries I have never been, or a position or project types I want more experience in. However, like any other job, it all comes down to what sort of project fits your availability and the skills you can offer.

When in the field, work life is your life. Volunteers enter the field knowing that priority is the work that needs to be done; any sort of social life is a bonus, yet the balance between the two is extremely important to avoid any burn out. Usually the expat base is equipped to keep expats happy, healthy and entertained during down time. For example, in Pakistan we were on high security restrictions the entire time, for me this was a sixmonth mission. We were not permitted to walk anywhere, and only travelled the one block distance between our house, the office and the hospital, and this was always by car. Inside our compound, we had a badminton net, gym equipment, satellite TV, Wi-Fi and air conditioning; all meant to make life a bit more comfortable. Alternatively, I have just returned from a project in South Sudan. It was very remote and the project was still in the opening phase. There was no time for down time!

Q. How many missions have you been on and which one was the most satisfying, where you feel you made the most difference for the people and communities you were helping?

I have just completed my fifth mission, each in a different location and in each I played a different role: 1. My first mission was in a pediatric malnutrition project in northern Nigeria for six months. This was five years ago! My role was the nurse manager of the Inpatient Therapeutic Feeding Center, essentially a hospital for sick, malnourished children. We were around 100 beds, yet very often 50-100% over capacity.

It was an eye-opening introduction for me to conditions such as malnutrition, malaria and other tropical diseases.

2. I took about six months off and then went to Yida Refugee Camp in South Sudan for three months. The camp was relatively new when I arrived. MSF was not the only medical NGO in the camp, but we were the only hospital. For the first few weeks of my mission, the camp was seeing over 1000 new refugees arriving daily. This quickly led to one of the biggest humanitarian crises of 2012, as international doctors could not keep up with the influx. With poor water, sanitation and overcrowding, the mortality rate in the camp was at a critical level. My initial role was to manage the outpatient department and to set up a team of community health care workers. This led to me participating in the first epidemiological study, and mapping of the camp. The project turned into what MSF calls an emergency project. We had a massive influx of expats and supplies to keep up with the demands. My role then became very blurred as new expats arrived to fill gaps. I did a little of everything, as well as taking over the management of the pharmacy. The seven-member expat team that I arrived to, was over 40 when I left, with a mortality rate down to nearly zero. I was the only expat to see the emergency phase through from beginning to end.

3. My next mission was early 2013 in Peshawar, Pakistan. I was there for six months as head nurse of a high risk, emergency obstetrical hospital. After two months I became the hospital manager for the remainder of my mission. This was difficult due to the security restrictions but incredibly rewarding. Women felt safe behind our hospital walls, burkas came off and women would laugh and socialize together under the sun. We treated many Afghan refugees and women directly and indirectly affected by the Taliban.

4. I took a year off after Pakistan to finish my second masters, doing work in Australian Onshore and Offshore Immigration Detention Centers. I accepted my first French mission in late 2014 after completing a five week French immersion course in Trois Pistoles, Quebec. I was being sent to Haiti for five months as a Burns Nurse Referent, so I spent two weeks in Lyon, France at the largest burns referral hospital in France, gaining experience in specialized burn care.

5. My most recent mission was back in South Sudan. For six weeks I worked as medical team leader in a new primary health care project, opening medical activities for the project. While there, I coordinated a mass vaccination campaign, vaccinating over 15,000 children for measles and polio. My role varied from hands-on nurse, to recruiting, hiring and training staff, disease surveillance and coordinating patient referrals to physical set-up of the center and its supporting structures.

I often get asked which project was my favorite, but as you can see each was completely different so it is difficult to pick a favorite.

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renewed love for the country and its people. The people of South Sudan have been through and continue to go through incredibly difficult situations, but my experiences there leave me with the fondest memories of the kindest, strongest and bravest people I have ever had the privilege of working alongside and caring for.

Q. As a volunteer you must acknowledge and accept the risks and dangers of the missions you carry out in environments that by definition are at best hostile, and at worst dangerous.

What steps do you and your organization take to ensure you able to conduct your work while minimizing your exposure to personal harm?

Each country MSF works in has its own risks, varying with the location of each project. I accept a mission knowing the risk I take personally, but also having trust in the organization I work for. Generally, the organization and the work we do are well respected and this acts as our security. Security restrictions are project and country dependent. For example, from my experiences: In Pakistan MSF maintained a low profile, meaning we travelled in unmarked vehicles, reported each movement we made, and respected cultural traditions. As women, we wore the traditional shalwar kameez, and kept our heads covered in public and in the presence of men. Our movements were very limited outside of our compounds, limiting our risk. Alternatively, in Haiti, although we had a curfew in place, we were able to eat out at restaurants and visit the beaches. It is important for each expat to acknowledge the situation they are in, and to avoid placing themselves or the organization in any harm.

Q. How can people outside the health care profession help with the work you do?

I would encourage those who are interested in MSF to have a look at their international website, MSF.org. MSF is a very transparent organization and a lot of information can be found there, including their charter and information about their activities.

There are many videos and links to projects. One thing people often don’t realize is that MSF is very much dependent on nonmedical volunteers. When I say I work with MSF, the immediate next response is “Oh, you are a doctor.” Non-medical volunteers are critical to the day-to-day operations of the projects, and are often overlooked and under acknowledged, yet are also desperately needed and equally as important. Logisticians, water and sanitation specialists, mechanics, communication specialists, finance/administration/human resources, and even areas such as IT and biomedical are becoming increasingly more important. I cannot do my job without any of their support. The MSF Canadian website is http://www.msf.ca/.

Q. What would you like to tell anyone considering volunteering with Doctors Without Borders?

Research the organization; the work they do, their charter and ensure it is the right organization for you. Be familiar with what is happening in the world. Travel, travel and travel. Be confident in yourself and in the skills you would be contributing. And probably most importantly, volunteer for the right reasons, not what you will get out of the experience (this is always the additional bonus), but what you can give and what you can leave behind.

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How Can You Become a “Healthy” Investor?

Many Canadians strive to live an active and healthy lifestyle. You can take steps toward this goal, of course, but why not carry the concept of improving health to other areas of your life — such as your investments?

Toward that end, consider these suggestions: • Give your portfolio a regular “check-up.” To maintain your health, it’s a good idea to visit a doctor for a check-up on a regular basis. And to help ensure the “health” of your portfolio, you may want to periodically review it with the assistance of a financial professional — someone who can point out gaps in your existing holdings or changes that may need to be made.

• Follow a balanced investment “diet.” As you know, nutrition experts recommend that we adopt a balanced diet, drawing on all the major food groups. Too much of any one category — for example, an excess of meat or of dairy products — can lead to health concerns. An analogous situation exists when you invest — if you own too much of one particular asset class, such as aggressive growth stocks, you might expose yourself to an “unhealthy” degree of risk, because you could take a big hit during a market downturn. But not all investments move in the same direction at the same time, so if you own a mix of stocks, bonds, government securities and other vehicles, you can lessen the impact of volatility on your portfolio. In investing, as in all walks of life, balance and moderation are important.

• Don’t let investments get “lazy.” Exercise is essential in staying fit and healthy. Yet, exercise can also be hard work, causing many of us to put it off to “another day.”

Some of your investments may also not be working hard enough for you and you might be depriving yourself of the opportunity to own other investments that “work harder” by offering you the growth potential you’ll need to make progress toward your long-term goals.

• Avoid “unhealthy” habits. Many of us are guilty of unhealthy habits, such as eating too much or failing to address stress. Taken together, these bad habits can harm the quality of our lives. As an investor, you can also fall into some bad habits. To name just a couple, you could waste time and effort by chasing after “hot” investments, PMS 5535 which may already be cooling off by the time you hear about them, or you could decide to take a “time out” from investing when the markets are turbulent. Another bad habit: Investing either too aggressively or too conservatively for your goals and risk tolerance. By avoiding these and other negative habits, you can help yourself stay on track toward your objectives.

It takes diligence and vigilance to stay physically fit and healthy. And these same attributes are just as important in keeping your investment strategy in good shape.

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Chicken Thai Soup

Pad Thai

Thai Beef

Makes 6 Servings

Makes 6 Servings

Makes 6 Servings

3 lemongrass stalks, bottom two-thirds of tender inner bulbs only, thinly sliced

1 (12 ounce) package rice noodles

2 tablespoons coriander seeds, coarsely cracked

4 cloves garlic, chopped

2 tablespoons butter

1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

1 (4 inch) piece fresh ginger root, chopped

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized pieces

4 cups chicken broth

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

4 eggs

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

1 pinch ground ginger

2 tablespoons fish sauce

1 1/2 pounds flank steak

3 tablespoons white sugar

Directions:

1/8 tablespoon crushed red pepper

1. Place flank steak in the freezer for 20 minutes.

12 ounces fresh white mushrooms, quartered 2 teaspoons red curry paste 3 tablespoons fish sauce 1 lime, juiced

2 cups bean sprouts 1/4 cup crushed peanuts

2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk

3 green onions, chopped

1 red onion, sliced

1 lemon, cut into wedges

1/2 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped

Directions:

1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving

1. Soak rice noodles in cold water 30 to 50 minutes, or until soft. Drain, and set aside.

1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced into rings Directions: 1. Stir lemon grass, garlic, and ginger together in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

2. Strain chicken broth and set aside. Discard lemon grass, garlic, and ginger.

3. Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium heat; Stir in chicken; cook and stir for 5 minutes.

4. Stir in mushrooms and cook for 5 more minutes.

5. Stir in red curry paste, fish sauce, and lime juice until combined. Stir in chicken broth and coconut milk; return to a simmer and cook on low for 15 to 20 minutes.

6. Skim off any excess oil and fat that rises to the top and discard.

7. Stir red onion into the chicken mixture; cook and stir until onion softens, about 5 minutes.

8. Remove from heat and add about 1/2 the cilantro.

9. Serve with plates of cilantro, lime wedges, and fresh sliced jalapenos.

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2. Heat butter in a wok or large heavy skillet.

Saute chicken until browned. Remove, and set aside. Heat oil in wok over mediumhigh heat. Crack eggs into hot oil, and cook until firm. Stir in chicken, and cook for 5 minutes. Add softened noodles, and vinegar, fish sauce, sugar and red pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste. Mix while cooking, until noodles are tender. Add bean sprouts, and mix for 3 minutes. Garnish with crushed peanuts, chopped green onions and wedge of lemon.

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1/4 cup soy sauce

2. Whisk coriander, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ground ginger together in a bowl until marinade is well combined.

3. Remove steak from freezer and slice thinly across the grain. Place steak in a large bowl, pour marinade over steak, and toss to coat.

Cover bowl and marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.

4. Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven’s broiler. Line bottom of a broiler pan with foil.

5. Lay steak slices in a single layer on the rack of the prepared broiler pan.

6. Cook in the preheated broiler, brushing occasionally with marinade, until steak reaches desired doneness, 1 to 2 minutes for medium rare.

Thai recipes

Steamed Mussels

Steamed Banana Cake

Thai Carrot Salad

Makes 6 Servings

Makes 6 Servings

Makes 8 Servings

5 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded

1 (3.5 ounce) package flaked coconut

1 pound carrots, coarsely grated

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup white sugar

1/2 cup rice flour

1/2 cup water

3/4 cup tapioca flour

1/2 cup rice vinegar

1/2 tablespoon arrowroot starch

2 tablespoons minced garlic

2 cups coconut cream

2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce

1/2 cup white sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons Thai red curry paste

1 pound ripe bananas, mashed

2 tablespoons lime juice

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup coconut milk

1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted peanuts

Directions:

Directions:

1. Toss the coconut with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl; set aside.

1. Place grated carrots in a large bowl.

1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk 1/3 cup dry white wine 1 1/2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce 1 tablespoon white sugar 2 cups chopped fresh cilantro Directions: 1. In a large stock pot, combine the lime juice, coconut milk, wine, curry paste, garlic, fish sauce and sugar. Stir to dissolve sugar and curry paste and bring to a boil over high heat.

Boil for 2 minutes then add mussels. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until mussels are opened, 5 to 8 minutes.

2. Remove from the heat and discard any unopened mussels. Pour mussels and liquid into a serving dish and toss with cilantro.

2. Sift the rice flour, tapioca flour, and arrowroot starch together in a large bowl; stir the coconut cream into the mixture until the flours are incorporated into the cream, at least 10 minutes. Stir the sugar into the mixture until completely dissolved. Add the mashed banana and mix well. Add 1/8 teaspoon salt and coconut milk; again, mix well. Pour the batter into a square baking tin or individual aluminum foil cups. Top with the reserved coconut.

2. Combine sugar, water, and vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil; cook until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add garlic, fish sauce, and curry paste to sugar mixture and simmer until flavors blend, 2 to 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool dressing completely, about 30 minutes.

3. Stir lime juice and red pepper flakes into dressing and pour over carrots. Add peanuts and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.

3. Bring about 1-1/2 inches of water to boil in a steamer fitted with a large basket. Steam the cake over the boiling water until cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.

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$339,900 MLS# 542616

3352 WINDSOR PARk CRES. $499,500 MLS #529789

$1 Start 99 ing a ,9 t 00

412-3351 EASTGATE BAy $225,900 MLS #538600

Encore Condos

1547 LACON STREET $449,900 MLS #537603

Free Furniture *Limited Time

Located at 4850 Harbour Landing Drive Presented by Windsor Crossing Development Corp

Paulette Robinson* New Home Sales Consultant

3703 E SANDRINGHAm RD $489,900 MLS #532525

3819 CUmBERLAND ROAD $519,900 MLS #530522

(306) 530-3000

5442 JIm CAIRNS BLvD $319,900 5309 mCkENNA CRESCENT $479,900 MLS #539797

108 CAmBRIDGE AvENUE $279,900 MLS #533080

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*Please note Paulette Robinson is neither a registrant nor representative of Homelife Crawford Realty and acts solely as a sales consultant for Windsor Crossing Development Corporation.

Raj Verma (306) 581-2487

4 SAmANTHA STREET GRAND COULEE $442,500 MLS #541391

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4701 WRIGHT ROAD $799,900 MLS #539946

2311 mCARA STREET $455,900 MLS #541535

88-5230 AERODROmE ROAD $284,900 MLS# 534989

2304 DEWDNEy AvENUE

$324,900 MLS #537967

(306)525-9801 info@crawfordhomes.ca 533 Victoria Ave.|Regina, Sk.

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