FACES Magazine July 2015 - Brook Henderson

TABLE OF CONTENTS Fashion & Beauty

Cover Story

5-10 | Brooke Henderson

MAGAZINE DIRECTORY Editor In Chief Justin MacKinnon

24-32 | FACES Fashion

Publisher Hank’s Paw Publishing (A division of 2384399 Ontario Ltd.) Creative/Art Director Vicky Sun features

12-15 | Ed Sheeran

33 | Summer Hats for Men and Women 38-39 | Resort 2015 Trends 40-41 | 2015 Swimwear 42 | Top 5 Self Tanning Products Entertainment

43 | Why Page 44 | Top Shazams of 2015

16-18 | Ian Millar

45 | 7 Facts About Canada Day 46-47 | 10 Movies You Didn’t Know Were Filmed in Canada 48 | Popular Fish in Ottawa 49 | FACES Five Facts on the Moose 50 | Great Picnic Spots in Ottawa

20-22 | Mike Kroeger

51 | Best Scenic Routes in Ottawa 52 | 10 Trends We Will Be Embarrassed to Explain to Our Kids 53 | Summer BBQ Grilling Ideas HEALTH & FITNESS

58 | No-Bake Summer Treats 59 | Healthy Post-Workout Snacks

23 | Jeff Hopper

60 | Healthy & Fun Summer Date Ideas 60 | Cottage Activities for the Summer Around Ottawa

62-67 | Casino Royale 68 | Ottawa International Horse Show 69 | Velo Fashion Show 4 | July 2015

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FACES Interview with the Smiths Falls Golf Phenom

Brooke Henderson Smiths Falls native Brooke Henderson has certainly taken the right track in the world of golf.

She won the Canadian Women’s Tour when she was only 14 years of age, making her the youngest player to ever win a professional golf event.

Just last year, Brooke made golf history and became the first Canadian to occupy the world’s No. 1 spot on the Women’s World Amateur Ranking.

FACES Magazine had a chance to catch up with Brooke to discuss her passion for golf, her drive to become the best female golfer in the world, her past tournaments, as well as what to expect from her in the future.

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Brooke Henderson Growing up in Smith Falls, what was your favourite golf course to play at and why?

Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club has many special memoires! In fact, my sister Brittany and I just finished hosting a charity pro-am and are competing in a Canadian Women’s tour event there in mid-June. It’s a very special place with many great supporters.

When did you first realize you had a passion for golf?

My sister Brittany played golf and I always looked up to her and wanted to be like her from a young age. I swung my first club when I was 3 or 4 years old and I have been playing ever since.

As a kid, who was your favourite female golfer? What about now?

As a kid, my favorite golfer was always my older sister Brittany. As I grew up, Morgan Pressel was always someone I admired and now I’m an RBC ambassador with her!

What is your favourite golf club to hit and why? What’s your least favourite club?

My absolute favourite club is my driver. I don’t have a least favourite, because I love them all.

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What has been your biggest source of inspiration on your journey to becoming a professional golfer?

My biggest goal and inspiration is to be the best person and golfer that I can possibly be. My goal is to continue my chase of becoming the number one ranked golfer, and to rack up wins on the LPGA tour!

Out of all of the tournaments you came first in during your career, which tournament win meant the most to you and why?

My first professional win on the CN Canadian Women’s Tour at age 14. I became the youngest female golfer ever to win a pro event (a record that still stands today), and got an exemption into the CN Canadian Women’s Open which was my first LPGA event. More importantly, it got my year off to a great start, led to me playing well and was almost the start of my professional golfing career at only 14 years old. It was a really cool experience and gave me confidence to continue to climb to No. 1 in the world and eventually turn pro at 17.

Which golf course have you found to be the most difficult to play throughout your career thus far?

Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina.

Last year’s U. S Open at that course was extremely tough, but a lot of fun.

COVER STORY Do you have any pre-tournament rituals?

I don’t have any rituals. I just keep a consistent practice routine before and after any tournament.

What is your go-to meal before golfing in a tournament?

I don’t really have a go-to meal before the round, I just stick with my normal routine and try to eat healthy.

What was your initial reaction when you found out that you were the number 1 amateur female golfer in the world?

I had just arrived home from playing in Japan at the World Amateur. My family and friends were throwing a big party at Smiths Falls Golf Club for me to celebrate being named No. 1 in the world. It also happened to be the same day as my 17th birthday so it was quite the present!

How difficult was it to decide between going to college in Florida or going pro in golf?

It was a very difficult decision. Having the opportunity for an education and experience like Florida is not available to everyone, but I had a very solid support team around me and I knew my game was ready.

If you could play a game of golf with any other golfer in the world who would it be and why?

If I could have played with Bobby Jones I would have loved too. I feel anyone could learn and benefit from listening and playing golf with him.

In early 2015, you had a tournament in Dallas where, due to poor weather conditions, your flight forced you to arrive late with only 4 hours before teeoff time. How did you keep yourself so calm and focused when faced with this challenge?

Confidence and comfort. I love golf and have played this game as long as I can remember. I’m comfortable out there. I just came from the Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic in San Francisco where I finished tied for third, which gave me a lot of confidence. I’m very focused on taking every opportunity given to me this year to reach my goal of LPGA membership by 2016.

What has been your all-time favourite golf course to play at and why?

My favourite golf course is Cataraqui Golf and Country Club in Kingston, Ontario.

I have loved that course since I was a little girl. It has an amazing layout and challenging holes; especially the par 3s that play very long. The greens there are always fast and slopey. It is a lot of fun to Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images

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“My biggest goal and inspiration is to be the best person and golfer that I can possibly be.�

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play and a great test of the game.

What has been the biggest challenge for you in your career thus far?

Learning all of the ins and outs of the LPGA. I’ve had many learning opportunities and I’m trying to use this year to gain from all my experiences so that it will be more familiar over the next couple of years.

Have you ever golfed in Ottawa? If so, what are some of your favourite courses to play at?

Growing up in Smiths Falls, I have played golf in Ottawa hundreds of times. There are many

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great courses. I don’t know if I have a favourite, but I do love golfing in Ottawa.

If you could give advice to all of the other amateur golfers trying to make it as a pro, what would it be and why?

Work hard, value the ethics of the sport and remember to have fun!

How supportive have your family, friends and the residents of Smith Falls been for you thus far in your career?

Everyone has been very supportive. My name (along with my sister’s) is on the “Welcome to Smiths Falls” sign. My sister and I recently

hosted a charity pro-am and competed in a Canadian Women’s tour event at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club and it was so wonderful to see all the support.

What is the greatest accomplishment you’ve achieved so far in your career and why is it so significant to you?

I’m still working on the greatest accomplishment. It has yet to come. @BrookeH_Golf

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ED SHEERAN

Ed Sheeran has become one of the most successful singer-songwriters of recent memory.

The small-town UK native who spent his youth penning and playing songs moved to the big town of London to pursue his dream of becoming a professional artist. The result was signing with a major record label, selling millions of records and performing to sold out crowds of up to 80,000.

FACES Magazine had a chance to quickly chat with the international music star before his Ottawa performance to ask him about his favourite song and pre-show ritual.

ED SHEER AN I N T E R N A T I O N A L

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If you had to choose one song that is most significant to you, what would you say it is and why?

“The most significant song to me is “Layla“

by Eric Clapton. That was the first song that actually made me want to play the guitar, and it all started because of that.”

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Do you have any pre-performance rituals that you do before each show?

“Before each show I drink a lot of tea, like a lot. I like PG Tips Tea.” @edsheeran

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FEATURES A world-class equestrian park has returned to Ottawa called Wesley Clover Parks. Spearheaded by Karen Matthews, the Matthews family and Olympic legend Ian Millar, Wesley Clover Parks marks the return of equestrian greatness to Canada’s capital and much more. The grounds serve as a campground, summer camp, training facility and amazing outdoor venue in Ottawa’s west end.

The international Horse Show held in June was just the beginning for this fantastic venue. Charity runs, FIFArecognized soccer fields, outdoor concerts and much more will bring activity and life just minutes outside of the city.

Ian Millar is a key player in the creation of this park. He’s a Canadian Olympic legend who earned the name Captain Canada for having competed in a remarkable 10 Olympic Games.

Millar has accomplished virtually everything equestrian show jumping has to offer. His unique excellence in the sport is matched only by his tireless passion for learning, teaching and building equestrian in Ottawa and across Canada.

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Ian Millar WESLEY CLOVER HORSE PARK HOSTS OLYMPIC LEGEND

How old were you when you first started riding horses?

10 years old. My father was a dentist in the army who served in World War II. He was stationed in different places and naturally the family followed. When I was 9 years old, he was stationed in western Canada. As a kid, I was convinced everyone in western Canada rode horses. I remember driving out west and wondered why people were driving cars when we hit Manitoba. It wasn’t until Gull Lake, where we spent our first summer, that I first started riding horses.

When did you realize that riding was more than just a hobby, but a full-on passion and career?

The first time I ever got within range of a horse – that was it for me. It was my passion and I knew it was what I wanted to do.

Describe equestrian to people who aren’t familiar with the sport?

Equestrian describes the association between human and horse. There are many aspects to the equestrian events. What I primarily deal with is show jumping, which is where we ask our horse friends to jump over high, wide jumps often under difficult circumstances. When the horses jump a clean round (a round without any faults) they have to come back and do it again over a shorter course and do it faster in order to break the tie.

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Horses are amazing animals for doing this for us. Show jumping is certainly the most popular in terms of the financial benefits and fan support when compared to dressage, eventing, reigning, vaulting and all the many equestrian events.

You were first named to Canada’s equestrian team in 1971. Could you describe your experience on hearing the news, and what it was like competing for Canada the first time?

The first person I told was my wife. She and I worked together with horses and she was so proud and pleased, and of course I was so excited. Off we went to the International Fall Circuit, which was a series of four events. One of the locations was in New York at Madison Square Garden, which was such a special place to compete. To jump there was just beyond words. So much of our sport is individual, but to work as a team is often difficult. However, it’s so great to be able to come together as a team and work for a common goal and help each other improve.

Having represented Canada at every Olympic Games since 1972, what changes have you witnessed in equestrian? How has equestrian evolved for the better or worse?

I don’t think anything has changed for the worse. Well, perhaps one thing has changed for the worse – the sport has become so expensive. When we are jumping at events like at Spruce Meadows in Alberta, the prize is $1,500,000.

When I started, competing for $10,000 was unheard of. Now the sport is just continuing to grow, which is great, but so do the expenses. This is unfortunate because it also means costs and financial commitment go up accordingly. That is also due, in part, to the geographic growth of the sport. New growth for equestrian is happening in the Middle East and Asia, which has led from a 6-month competition period to a virtually 12-month competition period. That means the demands on the horses are increased.

However, the other side of that coin is the growth of opportunity. New and increased number of roles are available that didn’t exist when I was starting to ride. With growth means opportunity, which is great. Our sport, just like all other sports, has evolved and it’s ultimately for the positive.

Tell us a little bit about the mental game when preparing for events and when actually riding? Do you have any tips or tricks that help keep you focused before and during events?

It’s something I learned by doing it.

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“THE DESTINATION IS UNCERTAIN SO MAKE SURE YOU ENJOY THE JOURNEY.” The best way I can describe it is that every horse and rider has an optimum stress level – a range or dial where they will be at his or her absolute best. If they are too stressed, they won’t be sharp enough. If they are too wired up, they won’t be able to focus and get the job done. So you learn how to get yourself and the horse to that optimal level to perform. The horse responds to the rider and that relationship and emotion is important. I learned to do it through trial and error, but over the years I’ve been exposed to sports psychologists who gave that process a name and explained why it all works. That has helped me be able to teach my students better.

How are preparations for the 2015 Pan-Am Games in Toronto coming along?

They’re coming along nicely and we are very optimistic about our chances. The horse I will ride there is in Calgary and he has competed the last few weeks and jumped very, very well.

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You have enjoyed so much success, longevity and greatness over your amazing career – if you had to pinpoint a proudest moment or achievement in sport what would it be and why?

No. To point out one is taking away from the others. I’ve been fortunate to be able to experience so many great and exciting achievements in my career. My ultimate goal is to make the best out of each horse. My job is to keep them healthy, fit and as educated as possible to make the horse the absolute best he can be.

Wesley Clover Parks is witnessing an amazing return of a top quality horse park in Ottawa. What does it mean to you to see such a great ground in the capital?

It’s a huge source of pride because the riding school here is called “The Ian Millar School of Horsemanship” and the riding ring is called “Big Ben”, named after my horse. So my name is closely attached to this wonderful park, which is a great source of pride. I’m a great fan of the Matthews family and this amazing facility so

I’m just delighted to be involved. If there is one thing I can say about the Matthews family it is that excellence is a habit.

In a very short period of time, they took Wesley Clover Parks and turned it into an international quality facility. This is not an easy task to accomplish, but the Matthews family and their colleagues made it happen. And the results speak for themselves. Riders from around the world have come to the Wesley Clover Park and the overwhelming response has been extremely positive. There hasn’t been one negative comment from anybody from a group of riders, which is rare. We tend to complain for recreation (laughs).

What advice do you offer young riders?

Learning everything there is to know about horses. The destination is uncertain so make sure you enjoy the journey, because the journey is going to be the life of the horses - so take it on because you love horses and the sport.

FEATURES

Growing up in Hanna, Alberta, Mike Kroeger has made his mark in the rock music world as a successful and talented bass guitarist for Nickelback. Mike, along with the rest of Nickelback, has travelled the world to perform sold out shows, has made several appearances on talk shows, has been nominated for many awards and has even had the opportunity to perform at the Super Bowl half-time show.

FACES Magazine had a chance to catch up with Nickelback’s Mike Kroeger to discuss his roots, experiences, and the band’s current tour “No Fixed Address Tour 2015” which makes a stop here on July 23rd at the Canadian Tire Centre.

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Mike Kroeger

What were some of your favourite things to do growing up in Hanna, Alberta?

Out there, you have 2 seasons – hockey and baseball. Chad and I both played baseball when we were younger, but after that it sort of stopped. At one point, I was playing music and hockey at the same time and I started to feel like I had more enjoyment playing music than I did playing hockey. So, I switched off playing hockey and started playing music only.

I remember this one time where there were four bands in the town, which was crazy for such a small town. They were good bands too that could actually go and play a function. I thought that was pretty unusual for a town with a population of about 3,000 people. There was quite a bit of musical talent around.

In the late 1990’s, the band name was changed to Nickelback. How did the band land on the name “Nickelback”?

That was my fault! I used to work at Starbucks while I was trying to cover my bills so I could play music. There was a period that I remember very clearly where I was working the morning shift, which is really early when you’re at Starbucks, since it starts at 5:00am. Our shop was just down the street from a tall office building for a telephone company. All of the office workers would come in before work and order a typical, normal sized coffee which cost $1.45. A lot of these guys and girls would give me $1.50, so I would say, “here is your nickel back”. I remember I stopped the lineup for a second and thought “that’s kind of interesting”. It doesn’t really mean anything; it doesn’t have to. It was

record deal” and it turns out that they’re just a bank for the promo department.

In 2001, the band released “How You Remind Me” which spent four weeks at #1 in the U.S., was the Most Played Song of 2002 and helped the album sell over 6 million copies in the U.S. alone. What was it like for you to see this song and the album become such a success?

Right away, nothing really changes; you’re still doing the same thing you were before that happened. The tour that you booked months prior, you’re still in. It’s not like you get a number one hit and then you’re just like, “Okay boys, next gig is at Madison Square Garden”. It’s far more gradual aside from perception, really. That was kind of weird because our lives didn’t really

“This is show business and it’s not facts that people are looking for, it’s stories - so we gave them a good story.”

Growing up, who were some of your favourite bands to listen to?

Growing up, Metallica, Megadeth and Anthrax were huge. We were all into the heavy metal bands. But we were all over the map. I liked classical, classic rock, CCR, Led Zeppelin, Abba, Boney M, James Brown and things like that. My mom listened to all different types of music so we listened to all different types of music.

Earlier on in your life, you and your brother Chad formed a cover band called “The Village Idiots”. How was this experience for you and what were some of your favourite covers you did?

It was a really good time for us because it was an important part of our experience as musicians. Typically, what people were looking for, was really down the middle juke-box rock, like ACDC - things that they knew everybody would like. Because of our age, we were aiming to play for people our age, which commercially wasn’t the best choice because typically the younger people have less money, causing the bar to make less money. If you can get up there and play the Doobie Brother’s, you’ll get a slightly older clientele that has more money. We were playing things like The Red Hot Chili Peppers and I remember we played a whole bunch of Canadian bands, like The Tragically Hip, The Watchmen; we played a lot of the music that was going on in the college circuit of the day.

We put on a good show and we learned a lot about playing live just by doing it a lot, and we did it a lot!

something that just kind of rolled off the tip of my tongue and had a nice ring to it. I brought it to the guys and it wasn’t like everyone had that “aha” moment where they discover the perfect band name. We just realized we didn’t hate this name as much as the other ones and we thought we would try it out. We did and I guess the rest is history!

In 1998, Nickelback released “The State”, which sold enough copies to get the band signed to the major metal label, Roadrunner Records and EMI. What was your initial reaction when you found out your band was getting signed to a major metal label?

Now that we’re this far back in the rearview mirror, I can tell you that we sold about half as many copies as we needed to to get signed to a label deal. This is show business and it’s not facts that people are looking for, it’s stories - so we gave them a good story. It was a huge relief to get the deal. When you’re in a band or a musician, that deal is the Holy Grail. You think once you get it, everything will be fine. The fact of the matter is that once you get it, you do have more latitude financially, but the expectations for you are also much higher. You’re playing with someone else’s money and if they don’t start to make some money soon, your career could be cut short. So really, what someone told us when we signed the deal was that “you’ve been working so hard to get this deal and you’ve got this deal, now the work begins”. It was an interesting education because you keep thinking “get a record deal, get a record deal, get a

change that much right away, but the rest of the world changed in the way that they perceived us, or even knew who we were. It’s not you that changes, it’s the rest of the world that goes “Oh, who are these guys with the song”. Thankfully for us, the world really loved the song.

Your “No Fixed Address Tour 2015” in North America, Australia and Europe began earlier this year. How is the tour going so far?

It’s gone really, really well. The fans are receiving the new material very well which is the whole point – getting it into the hands of the people who are looking for it. It’s fun to go to countries with people who don’t speak English but they still know all the lyrics.

What has been your favourite place to perform at so far in your career?

I’d have to say it’s a toss-up between Amigo’s Mexican Restaurant in Saskatoon and Budokan in Tokyo. Zaphod’s in Ottawa rocked as well, it would be in the running.

Do you have any pre-performance rituals that you do before each show?

We did. Maybe it’s a function of youth, but there used to be this habit we had of drinking a shot of Jägermeister before the show. I learned early on that I don’t like that stuff too much. After I stopped doing the shot with the entire crew, I remember looking around after everyone had done the shot and everyone would cheer and almost puke. It sort of faded away after a while.

I think everyone else’s light bulbs kind of went on after that and they realized it was awful.

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You are married and have a boy and a girl. How supportive has your family been over the years?

They’ve been my anchor to reality to being a good man, a good husband, a good father and not jumping into any traps. My number one job is being there for them.

What is it like to work with your own brother? Tell us a little bit about this.

We’ve kind of been a unit from the beginning. Since we were kids, we’ve always stuck together and played together and been together throughout our entire lives.

Playing in a band together has been kind of just an extension of that relationship from when we were kids. As far back as I can remember, it wasn’t really even a choice or a thought; we were just together, it’s kind of what we had to do. Because we grew up in a single parent home we depended on each other more.

What was your initial reaction when you guys found out that your show here in Ottawa was postponed due to poor weather?

I have a little bit of a different perspective on this because close to 10 years ago my family and I moved to Hawaii. I was seeing news about the blizzards on the East Coast. The entire States were closing their inner-state highways because the weather was so bad. We had driven through worse when we were driving a van with a trailer behind us in the early years, but now we have about 100 people to be responsible for, so we have to do the right thing and be careful. The thing that we realized was that the weather was so crappy in so many of these places, even if we made it there, the majority of the audience wouldn’t make it there anyways. We just decided to let it go. We’re playing in places like New Hampshire in July versus playing there in February, which I think is a step up. It’s the same with Ottawa really.

I remember when we were about to start driving, we heard the Boston area had 7 feet of snow on the ground and they were expecting another 2 feet in 36 hours.

That’s insane! They would be still digging out by the time we would get there. We decided to move into a warmer part of the year so that we can at least have predictability on that level. @Nickelback

“That was kind of weird because our lives didn’t really change that much right away, but the rest of theworld changed in the way that they perceived us or even knew who we were.”

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I still can’t believe that I get to wake up Ottawa and help to get everyone up to speed on what is happening in the city and area.

It’s an incredible challenge every day and crazy fun!

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Jeff Hopper You got your first radio job in Oshawa. Tell us a little bit about this experience?

I remember being so nervous the very first time I turned on the microphone. It was 6:00am on a Saturday, but my heart was pumping like I was on prime time. After my first experience, the nerves gave way to adrenaline and I’ve been hooked ever since! Funny story, that station was called Magic 94.9 (it has since changed formats). So I guess it was always meant to be!

What was the transition like for you to switch from radio to CTV Morning Live?

I’m still learning about TV. There’s way more planning involved in television, and many more people getting the show on the air. I still can’t believe that I get to wake up Ottawa and help to get everyone up to speed on what is happening in the city and area. It’s an incredible challenge every day and crazy fun!

Which do you like better, radio or TV? I get asked this all the time. The answer is neither because they’re both fun in different ways. On CTV Morning Live I get to speak with world leaders, celebrities, sports figures, charity organizers, experts and wild animals.

Sometimes all on the same day! And Majic 100 is always fun and I love meeting our listeners.

HOST OF CTV MORNING LIVE AND MAJIC 100.3

Majic plays Today’s Best Variety - what’s your favourite current song and what is an all-time favourite that you’re playing right now?

I’m liking Ed Sheeran’s vibe with “Thinking Out Loud” and “Back 2 Life” by Soul II Soul is a classic. It’s a good thing I turn off my mic when the music plays, otherwise the whole city would hear how I sing along with the songs – it’s not pretty.

You spend a lot of time with your wife and son. How supportive has your family been for you over the years?

I could never have achieved anything without them. My wife Louise could not be more supportive of me. That being said, I have to keep up with her! She has a fast-paced career with Foreign Affairs and she’s super smart, so she keeps me on my toes. As for my son Carson, he isn’t that impressed with me. Of course, I would be far more impressive to him if I had a job on Disney or YTV. You helped out with numerous charity events around the city throughout the entire year. Why do you feel that it’s so important for people to give back to the community?

I think most people in Ottawa understand that we live in a very special place. I’m originally from Toronto and moved around a few times,

so when I landed in Ottawa I thought, “I wonder how long I’ll be here?” Now it’s like, “I’m never leaving!” With all that Ottawa gives us, how can we not give back?

Are there any specific events throughout the year that you always make sure to be involved with? If so, why is that?

I like to be involved with small grass roots events, but there are two events I never miss: 24-hour Tremblant and the Ultimate Run for Men’s Cancers. 24-hour Tremblant supports the Sens Foundation and the amazing work they do and the event is crazy fun (form a team and get in on the fun!). I also never miss the Ultimate Run for Men’s Cancers which supports the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. That run is close to my heart because I lost my friend and colleague Greg Hébert to cancer.

If you didn’t choose to be in broadcasting, what career path do you think you would’ve chosen?

I think I would want to own a sailboat chartering company in the Caribbean. I’m assuming that I didn’t choose broadcasting because I won the lottery. That’s what you meant, right? @HopperJeff

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FASHION & BEAUTY

Resort

2015

Trends

This year’s resort wear has graced the runway with an exciting array of styles and fits. From the office to the beaches of St. Bart’s, this season’s trends will have women looking and feeling their best for every situation.

Louis Vuitton

Elie Saab

J Mendel

Pastels

Time and time again, pastels make an appearance in spring and resort wear. Pastels are timeless because of their ability to unite colour with class. The most prominent of pastels this season was seafoam green. A perfect pairing with suit pieces to bring a pop of colour without losing the professionalism, pastels were seen in several collections, such as J Mendel, Elie Saab and Louis Vuitton.

Silk

Armani

Issa

Ralph Lauren

Silk wraps and dresses were seen in several collections this season.

Silk is a classic way to dress up your look, while still remaining lightweight and comfortable - which is essential for the hot summer months. It’s also a perfect way to add a little risqué to modest hemlines and cuts, such as these pieces from Issa and Ralph Lauren.

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Louis Vuitton

Prabal Gurung

Pantsuits made their mark on the runway this season, turning up in several collections. Lightweight materials, streamlined fits and exciting prints were paired together to give this classic staple some more personality – guaranteeing success for every women that wears one this season.

Louis Vuitton offered a bold hue on a conservative cut, while Armani and Prabal Gurung were a little more daring with their plunging neckline and exposed midriff and patterned print.

Suits

Navy jumpsuits

Christian Dior

J Mendel

Markus Lupfer

The new staple of every woman’s wardrobe – the streamlined navy jumpsuit which never fails to flatter the shape. Narrow inseams to elongate the leg are paired with a high waist to thin the frame. A mastery of style and comfort, spiced up with plunging necklines and bold accents such as those seen on Christian Dior and J Mendel, or kept classic with the conservative lines and velour texture of Markus Lupfer’s piece.

Versace

Patterns, structures, prints and colours were challenged and combined in this season’s resort wear as a tribute to the limitless bounds of art and aestheticism in fashion. The bold colours and dramatic cut of many of Christian Siriano’s pieces, the pairing of non-traditional fabrics and textures among Matthew Williamson’s pieces and the modern pop mecca of neons, prints and 60s waists displayed in Versace’s collection embody this trend perfectly.

Jason Wu

McQueen

Prabal Gurung

Structure and fit was played with a lot this season for resort wear – flared waists, dramatic shoulders, high necklines and boxy cuts appeared everywhere on the runway. A twist on cuts and fits offers a new silhouette such as those displayed by Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung and Alexander McQueen.

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Reference: style.com/fashion-shows/resort-2015

Matthew Williamson

FASHION & BEAUTY Top $42.50 Bottom $28.5

One shoulder top

Board Shorts $34.95 H&M

Block Colour $190 Acne Studios

Bold Pattern $180 Missoni

Floral

$29.95 H&M

Men’s Swimwear

2015 SWIMWEAR Beach season is well upon us, which means it’s time to find that perfect suit for the summer. Searching for swimwear doesn’t have to be agonizing – take a look at our swimwear guide for this season which has something for everyone. We’ve included a variety of different styles and fits that will acquire to everyone’s shape and taste.

Women’s Swimwear Strapless Bandeau $48.50

Paisley $ 340 Etro

Pastel

$115 Lacoste

Triangle $28.50

Tiny Print $31 Bather

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Stripes

$22.94 Old Navy

Top $44.50 Bottom $28.5

CrissCross Halter

Top $58.50 Bottom $44.5

Top $28.50 Bottom $24.50

Drape top

Tassles

All women’s swimwear from Victoria’s Secret

$30.50

$58.50

$28.50

Bralette

Pushup

Wrap halter

$18.50

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TOP 5

FASHION & BEAUTY

SELF TANNING PRODUCTS OF THE SUMMER

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CLINIQUE SELF SUN TINTED BODY LOTION This lotion has been a household favourite for years. Because it’s a lotion, it’s easy to blend and doubles as a moisturizer, providing you with a tan that looks and feels natural. This is ideal for those starting out with a pale palette, who want to avoid that dark, drastic look which mousses and sprays can sometimes provide. While these are often geared more towards enhancing already existing tans, lotions like Clinique’s, gradually enhance colour with each use, and provide a longer-lasting tan.

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ST. TROPEZ SELF TAN BRONZING MOUSSE

VERSA SUNLESS PRO TANNING BRONZER (SPRAY CAN)

This lightweight formula delivers an even, glowing, all-over tan and comes with an easy-to-apply applicator mitt, which allows you to control and blend for a genuine look that is never too dark or uneven. The special face formula works wonders as well – it feels light and dries fast, so your makeup routine won’t be altered and you won’t be left with a cakey look which can often happen with face tanners.

$22.50

KIEHL’S SUN-FREE SELFTANNING FORMULA This nurturing, hypoallergenic formula is perfect for those with sensitive skin. It is instantly absorbed when applied and begins to work within an hour of application – no grease, streak or mess. This lotion is all about natural – from its colour to its application.

Inspired by their line of spray-tanning beds, Versa has created an easy at-home formula to achieve the look of a salon spray tan in the comfort of your own home. The 360 degree spray mist can allows for quick and flawless application, turning you into a bronzed goddess in a matter of minutes, without streaking or smelling like a fake tan.

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LOVING TAN DELUXE BRONZING MOUSSE This line has become Instagram and runway famous, marketed by stunning before and after pictures that look too good to be true. But fortunately what you see is what you get, and the results are amazing. This bronzing mousse provides immediate colour which develops into a deeper, darker tan over time – ensuring a long-lasting natural tan that’s quick and easy to achieve.

ENTERTAINMENT

WHY IS CANADA DAY CELEBRATED ON JULY 1ST? On July 1, 1867, the British North America Act united the British colonies of Upper Canada, Lower Canada, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia into “one dominion under the name of Canada”.

The July 1st holiday was known as Dominion Day until October 27, 1982, when it was changed to Canada Day. The new name symbolized a step away from Canada’s colonial past.

WHY IS CANADA CALLED CANADA? Like many provincial and municipal names in our great country, the name Canada finds its roots in indigenous language – more specifically, Iroquoian.

The story goes that Jacques Cartier, an early explorer of North America, had an encounter with a village near Quebec City. When speaking with the chief of the village he asked what the land was called. The response was “kanata”, which Cartier interpreted not as “village” but as the entire landmass that now comprises Canada.

WHY DO SO MANY QUEBECERS MOVE ON CANADA DAY? The tradition of moving on Canada’s birthday goes back decades. The two primary reasons are lease renewals and another holiday. Most leases in Quebec expire on July 1st, which leads to a mass apartment exodus. In fact, some 80,000 people moved in Quebec last year alone. The other main reason is that many Quebecers celebrate St. Jean Baptiste Day or Fete Nationale to honour French culture and traditions in La Belle Province.

WHY IS OTTAWA MARKETING AND PREPARING FOR CANADA DAY 2017?

2017 will mark the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation. A sesquicentennial celebration will witness the biggest national festivities in Canada’s capital.

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WHY DO THE PARLIAMENT BUILDINGS LOOK MUCH OLDER THAN THEY ARE? When the Parliament buildings were originally constructed in 1859, the design was selected to mirror the style of the Parliament of Britain – a neo-Gothic style of architecture.

When Canada’s Parliament burned down in the 1916 fire only the library remained, and the rest of the structure was rebuilt based on its original neo-Gothic style.

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You Know You Like It - DJ Snake & AlunaGeorge 3

Can’t Feel My Face - The Weeknd 5

Where Are You Now - Skrillex & Diplo with Justin Bieber 7

See You Again - Wiz Khalifa Ft. Charlie Puth 9

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of 2015 in North America 2

Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix) 4

Lean On - Lazer Ft. MO & DJ Snake 6

Hey Mama - David Guetta Feat. Nicki Minaj & Bebe Rexha & Afroack

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Bad Blood - Taylor Swift Feat. Kendrick Lamar 10

Want To Want Me - Jason Derulo

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Canada Day

Canada Day is one of Canada’s highest days for alcohol consumption. In B.C. alone, residents consume 1.2 million litres of beer in just one day!

Canada Day is celebrated as a way to mark the anniversary of the British North America Act of 1867. This act joined Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Upper Canada and Lower Canada (now known as Ontario and Quebec) into a single country called Canada.

Although “O Canada” served as our national anthem since 1939, it wasn’t until 1980 that it became the official National Anthem.

One of the best places to celebrate Canada Day is right here in the Nation’s Capital. Every Canada Day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around Parliament Hill to celebrate Canada and all things Canadian!

Queen Elizabeth II visited Ottawa in 1967 to mark the 100th anniversary of the British North America Act (now called the Constitution Act) and partake in Dominion Day (now called Canada Day) festivities.

Up until 1982, Canada’s birthday was referred to as Dominion Day. After that, Members of Parliament voted that the name be changed to “Canada Day”.

This year, people will be celebrating the 147th birthday of Canada. Similar to the 4th of July Festivities in the U.S., Canada Day is celebrated by various traditional Canadian summer activities, such as picnics, barbeques, fireworks and beverages.

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Twilight (2007)

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MOVIES

YOU PROBABLY DIDN’T KNOW WERE FILMED IN CANADA

Good Will Hunting

(1997)

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Although set in Boston, most of the university shots of MIT and Harvard were actually from the University of Toronto. How’d you like them apples?

Titanic (1997)

Most of the underwater scenes were filmed off the coast of Halifax where the original tragedy actually took place in 1912.

Rambo: First Blood

(1982)

Shot primarily in Hope, B.C., this 1980s action classic helped define a genre of films that still holds strong to this day.

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Incredible Hulk

(2008)

The Edward Norton iteration of the Hulk franchise used Toronto as the substitute for New York. No matter where they film this franchise it seems to have poor critical and fan success.

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Many of the outdoor and nature shots were obtained primarily in Vancouver and Lower Mainland, B.C. Aren’t we lucky to have such a quality film associated with Canada?

Mean Girls

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(2004)

Canadian high schools in Toronto filled in the role of schools said to be in Chicago. Although I’ve never seen the film our editor-in-chief is a big fan of this fetch flick.

Billy Madison

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(1995)

This flick was shot almost entirely in Toronto and the GTA. Parkwood Estate in Oshawa served as Billy’s swanky house, and as the location where the clown fell off his stilts and seemingly returned from the dead.

Brokeback Mountain (2005)

The Canadian Rockies in Alberta played the role of Wyoming in this Ang Lee classic.

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)

Filming locations included Toronto, Caledon and Mississauga. More like Harold & Kumar Go to Canada… right?

Chicago

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(2002)

Where was this Oscar-winning film shot? You guessed it, Toronto! Osgoode Hall, Queen’s Park and Union Station were some of the key venues.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Popular FISH FISH in Ottawa

Largemouth Bass These fish are very popular around Constance Bay and can grow to an incredible 22lbs and 30” in length!

Smallmouth Bass Found all over the Ottawa River, these fish live between 6-14 years and can weigh Commonly found in Conup to 12lbs! stance Bay, Shirley’s Bay and the Ottawa River, Northern Pike weigh between 3 – 7lbs and measure between 24”– 30” in length. They have several sharp teeth used for hunting smaller fish.

Northern Pike

Muskie Known as the muskellunge, these fish are found primarily in the Ottawa River. They are powerful and aerobatic fish that can weigh up to 40lbs and can be 22”– 50” in length!

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Moose are the largest type of all deer species. In fact, males (also known as bulls) have antlers that can spread 6’ wide from end to end and can weigh up to 1,500lbs.

Moose are incredible swimmers. They have the ability to swim several miles at a time and can stay underwater for more than 30 seconds!

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Due to the height that moose reach (up to 7’), they actually graze in higher grasses and shrubs to avoid the difficulty of lowering their heads towards the ground.

Moose have quite the appetite.

They typically consume about 73lbs of food a day during the summer and 34lbs of food each day during the winter.

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During the summer, food is far more plentiful for moose in North America. Once the ice melts, they are often seen in lakes, rivers and wetlands as they feed on aquatic plants.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Great Picnic Spots in

OTTAWA

Hog’s Back Falls Rideau Locks

Strathcona Park Mooney’s Bay

Rideau Falls 50 | July 2015

Best Scenic Routes to bike, walk or run

OTTAWA

Ottawa River Pathway Experimental Farm Pathway Greenbelt Pathway West

Photo Credit: Barbara A. White

Voyageurs Pathway

Rideau Canal Pathway 51 | July 2015

ENTERTAINMENT

Trends We Will Be Embarrassed to Explain to Our Kids

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We all remember growing up hearing and seeing first-hand accounts of the fashion faux-pas, embarrassing hairstyles and unsavory dance moves of our parent’s generation. Eventually us millennials will grow old and our trends will fade too – until twenty years from now when we’ll be sitting around the dinner table defending these questionable fads.

Likes and Hashtags “Basic” 50 Shades of Grey The Duck Face

Vampire Movies

Selfies Lingo – YOLO, FOMO, Ratchet, Swag

Twerking

Tinder

The Kardashians

Summer

BBQ Grilling Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

Reference: closetcooking.com

Ideas

Don’t beat the heat, embrace it! Add Jamaican jerk spice on skewered shrimp and balance with some sweet and tangy pineapple.

Lemon Salmon Kabobs

Reference: cooksmarts.com

Add a little lemon zest and simple salt and pepper seasoning to skewered salmon for a tasty treat that’s also healthy.

Bacon Wrapped Cheese Dog

Simple and mouth-wateringly delicious, these three BBQ favourites combine for a tasty grilling treat.

Beer Can Chicken

What says summer BBQ more than sun, grilled chicken and beer? With so many great local craft brews to try, you can experiment with different flavours to really make the chicken pop! For a twist, add bacon and veggies.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Crispy prosciutto wrapped around tender and flavourful asparagus makes for a veggie even the kids will enjoy. Tip: pre-grill or boil the asparagus for a few minutes before wrapping for optimal results.

Reference: damndelicious.net

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THE TOURIST: ENTERTAINMENT

HOTELS/RESTAURANTS /NIGHTLIFE

WRITTEN BY JOHN DOE

FEATURING:PITTSBURGH,PA STAY:

HOTEL MONACO In a city known for it’s blue collar workers and simple ways, Hotel Monaco is one of very few boutique hotels in Pittsburgh worth mentioning. Housed in a striking 1903 building in the central business district downtown across from Mellon Square Park, Hotel Monaco is a 250-room hotel with some great amenities.

Willkommen Pittsburgh, an open-air rooftop biergarten on top of Hotel Monaco, is the hottest postwork and weekend destination for emerging young professionals looking for a party.

620 WILLIAM PENN PL

EAT:

THE WINE ROOM Walk through the main Bar Marco dining room, pass the kitchen and descend the staircase to the restaurant’s basement for a dining experience as intimate as it can be boisterous. The Wine Room is a place for memories. Executive Chef Jamilka Borges lets her imagination run wild in The Wine Room, where 10 guests sit at a communal marble table in the restaurant’s private wine cellar.

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BAR MARCO A contender for “Best Bar in America” as well as “Top New Restaurant in America”, this place is not to be messed with.

Opened by four long time friends after quitting their jobs and dumping their combined life-savings, Bar Marco looks like it has been paying off. The one-time firehouse offers high-ceilings and a no-menu policy. The bartenders rely on your personal tastes to concoct a drink just for you.

2216 PENN AVE

NIGHTCLUB DIESEL CLUB LOUNGE

Open Thursday - Saturday, Diesel Club Lounge is the affiliate of Diesel Columbus. Diesel is not just a club, but an experience.

The bottle service features semi-private skyboxes that surround the dance floor & DJ booth to provide elite VIP service. With a state-of-the-art surround system and specially engineered LED lighting, this is a top venue for some of the world’s best DJs to play in.

1601 E CARSON ST

MUST SEE

ANDY WARHOL MUSEUM Located in Pittsburgh, the place of Andy Warhol’s birth, The Warhol is one of the most comprehensive single-artist museums in the world. The collection at the Andy Warhol Museum includes more than 4,000 works of art by Warhol including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, films and videos. A must see for any modern art lover!

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ENTERTAINMENT

THIS IS THE FUTURE OF TECH

BBS -- Mind-controlled TV using brain waves and frequencies d PARKINSON’S -- prototype device that delivers non-invasive brain stimulation to sufferers of Parkinson’s disease.

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DxO -- “DSLR-quality” camera that uses its own lens and sensor to take pictures NANOROBOTS -- wades through blood to deliver drugs

n i t s e t a l e th nological design ---tech

INKLESS PRINTING -- researchers have printed color images using nanoscale holes instead of ink

BYXEE -- uses artificial intelligence to search for

RANGE ROVER -- control your car via smartphone app to help park & navigate terrains

DYSON -- led lamp to burn brightly for 37 years

potholes and other unsafe potentials

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HEALTH & FITNESS

No-Bake Reference: sugarhero.com

Reference: realhousemoms.com

Summer Treats

Watermelon cake with whipped cream icing, nuts and fruit.

Strawberries, marshmallows and two-bite brownies together on a skewer.

Frozen chocolate banana pops with assorted toppings.

Fruit salad with cinnamon chips

Watermelon cake

Fruit skewer

Chocolate banana pops

Fruit salad

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Healthy

Post-Workout Snacks

A protein shake made from whey protein, water and half a banana is a great choice because your body can turn this into energy quickly after.

Low-fat yogurt can pack nearly 15 grams of protein, and fresh berries can be added for some quick carbohydrate energy.

Research shows that carbohydrates and protein combined have a better response to post-workout recovery. Tuna with olive oil and a little lemon juice spread over whole wheat bread is ideal for a post-workout carb/protein snack.

Protein shake with banana

Yogurt and fresh berries

Tuna on whole wheat

After a workout, peanut butter and a banana go hand-in-hand. The peanut butter is great because of it’s high protein con- tent, while the banana is a high-glycemic carbo- hydrate source, which means it will replenish energy quickly.

Peanut butter & banana

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Healthy & Fun

Summer Date Ideas

Walking 18 holes is equal to about 5-9km. Golfing is fun even if you’re not a pro – get some exercise in, learn something new and spend a sunny day on a beautiful scenic course.

A perfect date even for the most uncoordinated.

It’s fun, intimate and keeps you active. There are several classes to choose from such as salsa, merengue and swing to name a few.

Golf

Dancing

A great opportunity to put down the phone, work together and enjoy a healthy activity.

Both are simple and fun ways to be a bit competitive and stay active. Make things more interesting by placing a friendly wager – like who’s paying for the postmatch ice cream.

Relationships are built on supporting one another. In this case, you can literally support each other while rock climbing.

One goes up and is harnessed and the other spots.

Canoeing

Tennis or Squash

Rock Climbing

Cottage

Activities for the Summer

No matter the size of your boat, there are endless ways to have fun on the water. You can spend your weekend tubing, waterskiing, kneeboarding, wakeboarding or simply lounging in the sun. The opportunities are endless!

During the summer months, many people spend their time in the water swimming or relaxing by the shore.

Swimming is great exercise for your body, and a great way to cool down during the hot summer days!

Canadian lakes and rivers offer some of the best fishing spots in the world! Local fishing holes in Ottawa feature muskie, bass, walleye and many other varieties of fish. Fishing is a great way to spend the day outside on your own or with a group.

Boating

Swimming

Fishing

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Being outside enjoying the weather with friends helps make staying active more enjoyable.

Football and Frisbee are two of several great ways to stay active and keep your group entertained for hours!

Let’s face it: the weather doesn’t always cooperate at the cottage. For those days and nights when the weather may not be up to par, cards and board games are a great way to keep you and your friends entertained indoors.

Football, Frisbee

Cards, Board Games

The Trouble with Twitter (and other social media) Ten years ago the sentence “I lost my job because of a tweet” would have met with blank stares.

Nine years after the advent of Twitter, a review of recent case law shows that messages posted on Twitter, like Facebook, have led to more than a few people losing their job.

read more see The City of Toronto v. Toronto Professional Firefighters Association, Local 3888, 2014 CanLII 62879 (ON LA) MY BOSS IS SUCH AN IDIOT

“SWAT ON THE BACK OF THE HEAD”

A frustrated employee left work after telling her employer that she needed to go on sick leave. Apparently her employer shouted at her saying that if she did not provide a medical certificate justifying her absence she would be shown the door.

Two young firefighters were alleged to have engaged in the following Twitter exchange:

The upset employee wrote a post on Facebook which included the following comment:

Here are some examples:

Dean Somerset@deansomerset Just stood behind a girl who used the word “like” roughly 300 times to order her coffee. Stay in skool, kidz.

Lawaun Edwards @Bassfire 3680 @deansomerset would swat her in the back of the head been considered abuse or a way to reset the brain?

Damn, my boss is such an idiot Not only was the employee terminated from her job, but when she applied for Employment Insurance her application was denied.

Offensive and injurious statements about one’s employer can constitute wilful misconduct because it severs the bond of trust between an employer and an employee. S.H. v. Canada Employment Insurance Commission, 2014 SSTGDEI 57 (CanLii) “KICK THEIR ..”

Dean Somerset@deansomerset @Bassfire3680 Maybe foreplay?

A dental assistant posted the following comments about her Employer on Facebook:

Lawaun Edwards@Bassire3680 @deansomerset unlikely, intelligence and a vocabulary is sexy. Saying “like” that amount of times means you have none.

At the time he participated in that exchange on Twitter, Lawaun Edwards, firefighter with the Toronto Fire Service had 49 Twitter followers, he followed 89 people and he had sent out 1,552 tweets. There was no evidence that any of his followers had objected to Edwards’s tweets. Edwards claimed he thought his Tweets were private and could only be read by the people he was sending the message to. Clearly his messages were not private, instead they were included in an article than ran in the National Post suggesting that while the Toronto Fire Service was trying to recruit more women, some firefighters may not be very welcoming. Although ultimately reinstated on appeal, Edwards was initially terminated from his employment. To

TAKE AWAYS 1. Although you may freely express yourself on social media it is the case that negative tweets, texts and posts about your employer /colleagues /clients may result in: • • • • •

Losing your job perhaps with cause; A harassment complaint; A human rights complaint; The denial of EI benefits; and/or The loss of sick leave benefits

2. Pause before posting /tweeting anything that relates to work, particularly when angry or frustrated.

3. Consider that while your settings may be private, your online friends and followers may not have similarly private settings.

4. Assume that anything you post that relates to your employer will be seen by them and act accordingly.

Mann Lawyers LLP is a full service law firm operating in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. This article is not intended to provide legal advice.

Should you require legal advice, please contact Mann Lawyers LLP at 613.722.1500 or visit mannlawyers.com.

I hope they don’t get away with it and I hope Karma kicks their ass.

The dental assistant’s post generated many negative comments by others, some of which were racist in nature. One of the other receptionists at the clinic brought the negative Facebook comments to the employer’s attention. The dental assistant’s employment was terminated on the grounds that the employer did not feel that he could trust her anymore.

See Herrett v. Bong-Keun Choi Dentistry Professional Corporation, 2014 HRTO 1845 (CanLii).

In these examples the employees fought their dismissals or denial of benefits. Based on my experience I think it safe to say that there are many other unreported instances where people lose their jobs because of texts, tweets and posts that people mistakenly believe are private.

Colleen Hoey

Mann Lawyers LLP 613.722.1500. www.mannlawyers.com

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OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW

Karen and Summer Sparks

Ian Millar riding his 2012 Olympic mount Star Power and Karen Sparks riding Ferraro K.

Over 3,000 spectators came out to Wesley Clover Parks to enjoy a special performance of the RCMP Musical Ride.

Ten-time Olympian Ian Millar (center) with daughter Amy Millar (left) and Kelly Soleau.

Liz Bates and Wildfire on their way to victory in the $35,000 Brookstreet Grand Prix at the Ottawa International Horse Show.

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Liz Bates, winner of the $35,000 Brookstreet Grand Prix, and her coach, Yann Candele, Canadian Show Jumping Team member for the 2015 Pan American Games.

All Photos by Jump Media

George Sparks

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July 23rd Lifehouse

Canadian Tire Centre