Faces Magazine April 2014 - Zack Smith and Eric Gryba

TABLE OF CONTENTS MAGAZINE DIRECTORY Sports

Editor In Chief Justin MacKinnon

6-8 | Zack Smith 20-21 | Charlotte Hegele

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

22-23 | Faces Time Capsule Ottawa in 2009 10-12 | Eric Gryba

24-25 | Famous Birthdays in April Fashion

26-32 | Spring Street Fashion

Photographers Greg Kolz Gord Weber Getty Images Cover Photo: Gord Weber Contributors Duong Hoang Alex Feeney Hayley Phillips Samantha Manto Caroline Lawrance Rachel Homan Laura Alexander Kyle Turk Andre Martin Lacey Miller Director of Marketing / Sales Sashien Godakanae

14-16 | “Cabbie” Cabral Richards 33 | Pastel: The Colours of Spring 2014

Communications Director Jordan Palleck Operations Director Joshua Chartrand

18-19 | Ryan Spooner

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Cystic Fibrosis Canada

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Interview with Lois Graveline

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On the ice, Zack Smith plays a gritty, hard-nosed brand of hockey that has endeared him to fans here in Ottawa and around the National Hockey League. One of his biggest supporters is none other than Don Cherry, who frequently fawns over Smith for his willingness to play a tough, physical style of hockey. Smith is also responsible defensively, good in the face-off circle, kills penalties and has some offensive upside. In short, he will be a valuable member of the team as it continues to mature into becoming a contender.

Off the ice, I really like Zack Smith. No, that does not mean I want to hold his hand and go to a movie with him.

It means that I think he is a genuinely good guy. He is the kind of guy who is just as valuable to the franchise off the ice, as he is on the ice. Smith does a lot of work in our community, much of which you would have no idea about - that is the kind of guy that he is. He doesn’t do the charity work for the cameras or to get a pat on the back, I believe, because he cares about this city and those who are less fortunate. After arguably the worst loss of the season, Smith still made time to take a young fan on a tour of the Senators locker room - something that was not expected under the circumstances. He did it with a smile on his face, with class and made a fan for life out of that young kid. I will always respect him for how he handled that situation.

On top of that, he contacted me afterwards to make sure the kid was happy - and to let me know if there were any other kids that wanted a tour, that he would be happy to take them again after a game.

We caught up with Zack Smith recently to talk about his career, his life growing up and some of his interests off the ice: You were drafted in the 3rd round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, which was held in Ottawa. Did you attend the draft?

What was your reaction when you were drafted by the Senators and who was the first person you spoke to from the Senators’ organization and how did that conversation go?

I didn’t attend the draft that year. I was passed up my first two eligible draft years so I was drafted when I was 19 years old.

I didn’t really know which round I was going to be picked. It didn’t even cross my mind to go, though it would have been an awesome experience to be in Ottawa and get drafted by the same city hosting the draft.

Millions of kids play hockey around the world dreaming of one day putting on an NHL jersey, stepping onto the ice and playing their first game. Your first NHL game was as an emergency call up in 2008 against the New York Islanders.

What was that day like for you? What did it feel like walking into the Senators’ locker room that day – and what did it feel like to play your first game in the NHL? Getting the call up to the NHL my first year in Binghamton was something I will never forget. I was nervous, to say the least.

Looking back to when I was drafted, my main goal was to just make the AHL team. There wasn’t really an expectation to play an NHL game my first year pro, let alone have a career in the NHL. I was mostly just excited to be playing pro hockey after junior, so the call up was a bit surprising. They sent a limo

ZACK SMITH Ottawa Senators Centre, No. 15

to pick me up in Binghamton and take me to Long Island to play the Islanders the next night.

That whole day was pretty nerve-wracking until about my third shift in the game, when I could actually breathe. I played about 5 minutes and got sent back down to Binghamton after the game, but couldn’t have been happier. I have the game sheet and puck framed at my parents’ house now.

You probably couldn’t have written up a much better script for your first NHL goal.

Hockey Night in Canada. Ottawa vs. Montreal.

Daniel Alfredsson sends you in on a shorthanded breakaway and you fire a shot past Carey Price. Tell us what that experience was like and did you get to keep the puck?

Outside of playoffs, HNIC in Montreal is probably the biggest stage in hockey, and to score my first goal in that game couldn’t have been scripted any better. The feeling of scoring your first goal in the NHL is hard to describe. Saying I was surprised and excited is a little understated. It’s now framed with the game sheet in my parents’ house. Giving them my first NHL goal puck was the least I could do to thank them.

You play a physical, old-school style of hockey that has endeared you to a lot of hockey fans – one of your fans happens to be Don Cherry, who has sung your praises numerous times on Hockey Night in Canada.

Have you met Don? What did it feel like to hear that such an icon was calling you one of “his guys” on national television?

Unfortunately I have never had the chance to meet Don Cherry. Like many young kids, I grew up watching him on HNIC and had a tonne a respect for his thoughts on the game. He is a huge icon in Canada so it was pretty awesome to receive praise from him, especially when you don’t play for the Leafs.

When you were growing up, was there a player that you looked up to or idolized / wanted to play like?

I grew up close to Swift Current and played junior there for the Broncos. Joe Sakic played junior there as well so I was a big fan of his growing up.

What role has your family played in your success? Do they get to come to many of your games?

My family has been my biggest supporters from the beginning. Putting your kid through hockey, especially when you’re from a small town in Saskatchewan, takes a lot a sacrifice.

They spent a lot of their winters driving all over western Canada to get us to games or hockey camps. I definitely owe them my career so it’s nice when they can come to Ottawa to watch games, or when we travel out west. I have a lot of support from family and friends in my home town as well, which is pretty awesome.

What accomplishment are you proudest of to date in your professional hockey career?

Being a part of the Calder Cup winning team is up there for sure.

When you first started playing with the Senators, was there anyone on the team that gave you some advice / who helped you along that first year in the league?

Jason Spezza has always been a lot of help since I started playing in Ottawa. Chris Kelly was someone I looked up to for his role as a player. I came up through Binghamton the same time as Matt Carkner who was a great role model as a person.

Eric Gryba also played on the Calder Cup winning Binghamton team and he also grew up in Saskatchewan. How long have you guys known each other for and do you see each

other in the off-season?

We played against each other in midget, but we didn’t know one another personally. After that, he went the college route and I played in the WHL. We eventually met in Ottawa.

What sort of music do you enjoy? Do you have a favourite artist or type of music?

I listen mostly to rock music: Pearl Jam, Tool, Led Zeppelin, My Morning Jacket and Silversun Pickups. I’m a big fan of Canadian music in general. There’s a tonne of great Canadian music out there right now like The Japandroids, Matt Mays, Sam Roberts, Hollerado, Close Talker, Hey Rosetta! and City and Colour, to name a few. I grew up listening to bands like Blue Rodeo, The Hip and Our Lady Peace.

What is the best live concert you’ve ever been to?

The best concert I have been to would either be Pearl Jam at Calgary Virgin Fest or Tool in Edmonton at Rexall Place.

You recently played in the 2014 Heritage Classic in Vancouver. Tell us what that experience was like for you – did it feel like a normal game once the puck dropped, or did you find it surreal and hard to concentrate at times?

It was an amazing experience. There was a totally different feel to the game playing in that setting and in front of that many people. We needed to win that game as much as any other, but it was the most fun I have had playing in a game. I had a lot of family and friends out for that game which made it even more fun.

You were the Celebrity Chair for the 65 Roses Cystic Fibrosis Gala and you’ve done a lot of great work in our community to support charitable causes. Tell us what that experience was like for you and why you

In 2010-2011, you were a big part of the Binghamton Senators team that won the Calder Cup Championship. What are some of your best memories of that season? What did you enjoy most about playing in Binghamton?

Winning the Calder Cup is probably my favourite professional hockey memory so far. Scoring my first NHL goal was amazing, but winning a championship is hard to top. It was the most fun I have had playing pro, which is usually the case when you are winning. We had a great group of guys who were a blast to be around. There is no doubt it helped a lot of us make it to the next level. A lot of the guys from that Calder winning team are up in Ottawa now.

You were born and raised in Saskatchewan – tell us a little about what life was like for you growing up in Saskatchewan. When did you first start playing hockey? Did you play any other sports as a kid growing up?

I’ve been on skates as long as I can remember.

Maple Creek was a great place to grow up playing hockey. I played a lot of baseball and golf growing up and a bit of volleyball in high school.

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enjoy supporting important causes like these in our community.

I was very honoured when the Ottawa chapter of Cystic Fibrosis asked me to take over as celebrity chair for the 65 Roses Gala. I felt there was some big shoes to fill following up Nick Foligno, Wade Redden and Shean Donovan. They do a great job with the Gala, and it’s obviously for a great cause, so I’m glad I can be a part of it and help in any way.

We asked Marc Methot, so now we will ask you and Eric for your opinions. Who would you say are some of the best dressed players on the team? Who needs to step it up in that department?

Spezza and Karlsson take the cake on the best dressed. I’m pretty sure Methot still wears the suit he was drafted in. He might need to step his game up.

Who are some of the funniest guys on the team?

MacArthur has a pretty dry sense of humour which I enjoy. Robin Lehner is a different bird so you never know what is going to come out of his mouth, but it’s usually pretty funny and ridiculous.

Do you cook when you’re at home? If so, do you have a signature dish that you like to prepare?

I cooked in my dad’s restaurants growing up so I have learned a lot from both my parents. I enjoy cooking for other people. One of my go-to dishes is probably an Asian cabbage salad, which I usually make with ribs. Credit for both recipes goes to my parents.

You go home to Saskatchewan in the offseason. What are some of your hobbies when you’re back home? What do you like best about home that keeps you going back every summer?

I have a place on the South Sask River where I spend most of the summer. We have great walleye fishing there so I spend a lot of time on the water. My family and friends keep me going back each year, and my girlfriend is from back home as well. There are two golf tournaments I am a part of that raise money for local charities in Maple Creek and Swift Current. At this point I can’t see myself not going back each summer.

Zack Smith is the kind of humble, genuine guy that you just want to do well. I have a tonne of respect for how he plays the game, but I respect him more for how he conducts himself in our community.

Zack is just one of a group of really classy, good guys on this team.

There is no denying that the 2013-2014 season has not been a dream on the ice for the Ottawa Senators. It is easy for us fans to want change, to give up on this group after a tough year on the ice. However, it would be foolish to blow this team up. The Senators are one of the youngest teams in the NHL; the franchise is loaded with prospects coming up through the system. Look at Colorado last year (29th out of 30) versus this year. Look at Tampa (28th out of 30 last year) versus this year. Watch how quickly this team will turn it around on the ice in just a few months come the fall.

Off the ice, this is a team and a franchise full of really great guys. I see them at different events and functions - giving up their time to help out with local causes. I see them signing autographs for fans, making time for kids and giving back to our community.

I think it would be a mistake to call for heads to roll and blow the team up. Not only do I believe in this core on the ice - I think we’re extremely fortunate to have this group be a part of our community. This is a good group of guys who are happy to be here; who, admittedly, had some growing pains this year, but still show up with a smile on their face and support our community proudly no matter what the situation was on the ice. We are fortunate to have this group so we shouldn’t be so quick to say pull out the dynamite and start over.

Let’s hope the season ends strong. When it does we should all enjoy the short Ottawa summer, go to the cottage, let our pasty Canadian skin see some sun and just relax. In just 3-4 short months, it will all start again, every team will be 0-0 and a fresh new year will be upon us. This is the beauty of professional sports - there is a tomorrow, you can turn the page and you can start over. We have a great group here in this city that do a tonne for us off the ice and, in my opinion, this group will do something on the ice that will once again have the CTC buzzing, Elgin Street rocking and our city once again enjoying a long, wild playoff ride. @Smit_Treat15

At a towering 6’4” and 225lbs, Eric Gryba certainly has a strong presence on the ice as one of Ottawa’s defencemen. Just 25 years old, the Saskatchewan-born NHL star has already won an NCAA championship and become an integral part of the Sens’ defensive lineup – but it doesn’t stop there.

When he’s not training or on the ice, Gryba is a true Canadian outdoorsman and entrepreneur. He’s managed to turn his love for hunting, hiking, and fishing – his favourite off-season pastimes—into a business venture as well.

We recently talked with Eric about his love of hockey, his life in Ottawa, his path to success, and his enthusiasm for everything outdoors.

You were born and raised in Saskatchewan. Growing up, who were some of the players you looked up to?

I always looked up to the big and physical defensemen. My favourites were Scott Stevens, Rob Blake and Chris Pronger.

Was there anyone in particular that inspired you or influenced you to play hockey as a boy growing up?

My father and grandfather played a big role in getting me started in hockey. To this day my dad is still my biggest fan and biggest critic.

You were drafted by the Ottawa Senators in 2006 – what went through your head when you found out you’d been drafted?

I was so happy when I found out Ottawa drafted me. I always wanted to play for a Canadian team and Ottawa was a perfect fit for me.

What do you enjoy most about living in Ottawa?

I love that Ottawa is a very prominent and historical city, but it also has a small town feel to it. There is so much to do if you desire but you can also just get away without having to drive hours away.

What made you decide to go the U.S. College road (you attended Boston University) as opposed to playing junior hockey in Canada?

It came down to the education. I knew that I was going to attend college at some point in my life so it just made sense to do it while I was playing and had the opportunity to receive a full scholarship. I didn’t know it at the

time, but I think I benefitted from having a few extra years to develop as a player.

What was it like stepping onto the ice as an NHL player for the first time?

I will never forget my first NHL game. I was so fortunate to play against Toronto, in Toronto and on Hockey Night in Canada. At the time, I was so overwhelmed with different emotions that I wish I could recall them all.

My mother was able to fly in and attend the game and my father watched from home with a bunch of my friends.

You scored your first NHL goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning last March. What did it feel like?

It was a great feeling to see the lamp light for the first time. It was a one-timer in the slot and it looked great because I had the big windup – it looked really hard. Truthfully, I flubbed it and I’m pretty sure the goalie was expecting an NHL shot, not a bantam shot.

Do you have any superstitions or particular rituals you do before every game?

I don’t have any rituals or superstitions. I usually prepare myself physically and mentally the same way. That is just because I am a creature of habit and like to feel controlled in my preparation.

Tell us about what your life is like outside the rink. What is a normal off-day like for you?

Once I leave the rink I have several hobbies and passions that fill up my time. On a day off you will find me doing something outside that could range from hunting to fishing or hiking.

You and Zack Smith seem to be good friends off the ice. What is something about Zack that people would be surprised to learn about him?

It may not look it, but Zack is somewhat handy around the house. He built his own deck in his backyard and is currently upgrading his basement all on his own.

What is your favourite rink to play on when you’re on the road and why?

Madison Square Garden is a great rink to play in. It’s always a packed

“There is without a doubt more pressure when playing for a Canadian team. That being said, I do embrace it. It just goes to show how passionate our fans are and I wouldn’t change it even if I could.”

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house with insane fans and a building with a history second to none.

Playing in Ottawa, you guys are all in a fishbowl – you are the only big 4 sports franchise we have – so you face a lot more scrutiny than other teams. Do you embrace the extra pressure that comes with playing in a Canadian city?

There is without a doubt more pressure when playing for a Canadian team. That being said, I do embrace it. It just goes to show how passionate our fans are and I wouldn’t change it even if I could.

You still spend your summers at home back in Saskatchewan. What do you enjoy most about going home for the summer?

I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. For me, Saskatchewan offers so much to do in the summer. In Saskatoon there is a festival or event going on every week. If that isn’t your cup of tea then there are thousands of lakes and outdoor opportunities if that’s what you desire.

How long before the end of the season do you start your off-season training? What does your off-season training include?

I take 3-4 weeks off before I start training. I am in the gym 4-5 days a week and start skating around the end of July. On the ice I work with my skating coach, Greg Slobosian, who I have worked with for the past two summers. He has significantly helped me get to where I am today.

You are an avid fisherman and hunter. What was the best fishing experience you’ve ever had and what was the biggest fish you’ve ever caught?

I truly cannot pick out the best experience

because I always enjoy what nature has to offer and the different experiences each time out. As for the biggest fish, I caught a 50lb wahoo this February in the Bahamas. It was about a 25 minute fight and well worth the energy. I took it back and had it cooked up for the whole group I was travelling with.

What are some of the best things about Saskatchewan that people in Ottawa might not be aware of?

The people are what stand out to me the most.

There are so many good, down to earth and happy people throughout the province. With so many small towns and rural communities, there is significantly less of that “city attitude”. The scenery also stands out – from the wide open prairies to the thick forest – there is always a view that is breathtaking.

What role did your family play in your success? If you had to thank them for anything what would it be?

They are without a doubt the most instrumental people in my development as a player and as a person. They raised me with good values and taught me that hard work is the foundation of success.

What was the best movie you’ve ever seen?

The best movie I’ve ever seen would have to be Tombstone. In my opinion it might have been Val Kilmer’s best performance.

You are dropped in the middle of a jungle with 5 guys from the team. Who would you bring with you to make sure you made it to safety and why?

Colin Greening because of his brute strength.

Clark MacArthur for his comic relief.

Robin Lehner because nothing would mess with

us when he has his “crazy eyes”.

Marc Methot because he would have his phone on him so we could call for help.

Matt Kassian because he would have food rations for the boys.

Is your love of fishing and hunting what led you to start your new business?

Absolutely. I always knew that I wanted to be in the outdoor industry once I was done hockey.

It just happened that I was able to meet the right guys to start something up while I’m still playing.

Tell us a little about your new business.

It’s called Capital Waterfowling Company (www.capitalwaterfowling.com). We make a range of the highest quality all-Canadian-made duck and goose calls in a variety of plastics. We are Canadian water fowlers making products for Canadian water fowlers. One of the partners is a world renowned goose caller who has competed in throughout North America and has won several major events. As hardcore water fowlers, we have used good and bad products so we would not offer any product that we wouldn’t use ourselves. Our goal is to become Canada’s largest call making company.

When you look back on your career so far, what accomplishment to date are you most proud of and why?

There is a long list of accomplishments that I could be proud of, but winning the NCAA National Championship with Boston University would have to be at the top of the list. @grybes02 Capital Waterfowling Company: www.capitalwaterfowling.com

TSN Host of Cabbie Presents

CABRAL RICHARDS Cabbie Richards is an innovative Canadian sports broadcaster on TSN. He is most known for hosting CABBIE PRESENTS, a weekly segment on SportsCentre.

Cabbie is also well known for this interviews and relationship with basketball superstar Kobe Bryant. Over the years he has interviewed sports superstars including Michael Jordan, Alexander Ovechkin, Derek Jeter & Shaun White, to name a few.

We met up with Cabbie in Toronto to get to know his story of becoming a well-known sports broadcaster. Just as you would expect he is funny, charismatic, down to earth, and this is his story: You were born and raised in Toronto; tell us a little about what life was like for you growing up here in the city.

My childhood was equal parts fun, adventurous and challenging because we moved a lot. My parents were like nomads. I lived in Jane and Finch which is very working class, also lived in Woodbine and Danforth, which is also very working class.

When I was 12 I moved to Cambridge, Ontario, which is completely different from Toronto. I spent a lot of time on my bike. I was adventurous because of the big age gap between me and my two younger brothers, who were 5 and 6 years younger than me, so I spent a lot of time by myself and developed a big imagination.

Did you play any sports growing up?

I played baseball and then when in high school I played football and a little basketball – but no hockey. I can’t ice skate (laughs).

What age did you decide you wanted to get into broadcasting, and was this something you aspired to do since you were a kid?

No, I had no aspirations to be a broadcaster when I was a kid. I wanted to be an actor, and I would watch Will Smith, Martin Lawrence and Jim Carrey and just rip them off and tell their jokes at school (laughs).

I used to tape stand up comedy specials like Evening at the Improv. I would tape comedians on Conan – Conan, when he first started would have a lot of comedians on, more so than Letterman and Leno.

When I went to Ryerson for Radio and TV, it was there where a guy was like “Hey man, they need interns at Headline Sports – which is now Sportsnet 360”, so that is how I got into sports. I started interning with my friend, Adnan Virk, who is now at ESPN. While we were at the Score, I was writing scripts for the hosts – that is where the idea of being a man on the street was born. It was a way to be creative every week, and while I was meandering doing little Tim Hortons commercials and stuff like that, I was going out on the street and bugging randoms and asking them about sports stuff – that is how it got started.

How did the idea of “Cabbie on the Street” go over with the producers when you first pitched the idea?

My boss wanted to see what it looked like. So I went out, shot one and got it edited. It was just me with a little handicam, and I think they liked it because it was cheap. I worked for free the first six months and then I got a few bucks, a very small amount, every time I did one. I wasn’t your tra-

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ditional broadcaster, who says “Here is the day in sports”, my boss liked that I had an outgoing energy, it was very low rent for them (laughs) and I guess it worked. I didn’t look like anyone in sports and I was doing stuff that no one else in sports was doing at that time. Headline Sports was differentiating itself from stations like TSN, and Sportsnet was also just launching – it was good timing for me.

So you essentially started as a working class Toronto kid growing up with a dream. How did you get from there to the point now where you can essentially call up any athlete in the world and get access? Was there a moment for you that you felt you’d made it?

The first athlete that I interviewed was Wade Belak, God rest his soul. He used to watch Headline Sports – and on that same team was Darcy Tucker and Bryan McCabe. Then I used to bug Mats Sundin a little bit also. On the Raptors side, it was Morris Peterson and Vince Carter.

After having great experiences with these athletes, my confidence grew and I said to myself “Okay, you can do this.”

What was the biggest obstacle you have had to overcome in your career to date?

Just getting access – getting access was the hardest thing. Most athletes in basketball are American so they don’t know who I am. With the hockey dudes, it was about getting access to the locker rooms. I didn’t dress like any other reporter – I wore t-shirts and sneakers and jeans. I dressed and I spoke like the athletes themselves – I was of their culture, especially with basketball – but even with hockey players, we all consume the same pop culture, music, movies, etc.

My experience interviewing athletes at Headline Sports was only a few months because I left to do Sportsnet in November of 2002 to 2005, and I worked on a Jays Show called J-Zone and a basketball show called NBA XL. On those shows I only talked to athletes, so I gained a lot of experience and developed some cool relationships there as well.

to stay at his guest house (laughs). The next time I saw him I asked him for his address. The next time I saw him I asked him for his phone number. In the span of 3 months I saw him 4 times. He didn’t know who I was, but I think he started to recognize my face and the bit and knew that, “with this guy, it’s a little bit different and I can let my guard down”. Gaining the trust of an athlete or an interview subject is the most important thing to me, and developing a relationship is the second most important thing.

I’m not Steven A. Smith or Dan Patrick; I don’t have super close relationships with the biggest athletes. I have some pretty close relationships, particularly with some of the hockey dudes and Kobe and I have a pretty unique relationship too. Kobe has given me access that he hasn’t given anybody else before. I am not going to say he texts me every Sunday and says “hey man did you see that Giants game?” But when we see each other, it’s always very cordial – he asks about my family and stuff and then we get into the bit and I will be pitching him ideas. People might think we’re friends and I sleep at his house, but I don’t (laughs).

What are you proudest of that you’ve accomplished to date? Do you ever give yourself time to sit back and feel good?

No, I am definitely not a stop and smell the roses kinda guy – only because it doesn’t feel very Canadian if you start resting on your laurels. We are kinda self-deprecating, and we work hard because we are humble people, and besides, the audience just wants to see the next thing. The news cycle used to be a few days, but now it is like 11 minutes. There will always be some new video on YouTube or some meme with some friggin’ cat wearing an eye patch that people are going to share 30,000 times – you have to stay fresh.

I never go after athletes, I do not try to break news, I am 100% in the entertainment business. I entertain first and I inform second.

In terms of what I am proudest of, I would have to say, there aren’t a lot of people that look like me that cover hockey. It’s a stark contrast from the way that I look to the way that everyone else looks, including the players. To show an audience that someone of the hip hop generation can have these really fun moments with a wide swath of hockey players from Crosby and Ovechkin to Paul Bisonnette is different. I drank from the Stanley Cup, which I had no business doing (laughs). Just seeing a black guy talk hockey to hockey players now I would hope it’s no big deal at all. Whereas before, in 2008, when I drank from the Cup, I don’t think anyone has seen that before. I mean Grant Fuhr with the Oilers did in the 1980’s, but not a reporter. I’m not going to say I’m a trailblazer or a trend setter, but I don’t think people have seen that before. Not to say it didn’t exist, but I haven’t seen it.

When I first met Kobe, there was nobody else there. The first bit was about bandwagon fans and I asked him to draw a bandwagon. He didn’t want to draw it, but we had some fun with it and as a throw away I just asked him

Have you had any experiences with any of the players on the Ottawa Senators over the years?

I had a great time covering the 2007 Stanley Cup Finals because I was more fearless back

You are well known for your interviews and relationship with Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. How did this all come about?

The Lakers came to town in 2005. I got lucky with timing when he came in 2005 because it was a year removed from his trial in Colorado – McDonald’s had dumped him, Coca-Cola had dumped him, Nutella had dumped him – only Nike stayed with him.

then than I am now. I remember segments where I was riding the bike with Mike Comrie, I think. Once I gave Jason Spezza a pair of bright lucky boxers and I told him, “you guys are superstitious; here is something new, try this out.” I remember going out once with Ray Emery during the Finals – it was super low key – we drove around in his Hummer and it was gawdy and loud, but it was awesome. Ray was very true to himself. We mostly talked about hip hop. I find that when I’m talking to athletes we talk about anything other than their sport. To me, there are just dudes who are excellent at a sport, but at the end of the day, they are just guys who like the same things as me – food and girls (laughs).

The hockey culture wants to suppress. Basketball builds stars because it is a star driven league. Baseball, not so much. Football, sort of – the quarterbacks are stars. Hockey is a sport where the team is the star, the game is the star.

Ray, he bucked that – his sensibilities were a lot bigger than traditional hockey culture. I enjoyed interacting with Ray, Spezza, and Daniel Alfredsson was kind but didn’t know how to take me (laughs). I really like Brian McGrattan, too.

I actually haven’t been to Ottawa in a while, but I’ve had some great nights in Ottawa. Ottawa is a fun town.

Do you have a favourite interview you’ve ever done?

I don’t know if I have only one because I’ve had great experiences with many different people.

My first interview that gave me a great feeling was when I first interviewed Pedro Martinez in Boston in 2003. Pedro was the ace of the Red Sox staff and we did a pitching contest where we pitched with our left hands. He threw 60mph on the radar gun with his left hand, and I hit 30mph. Pedro was such a big star. The next year, he taught me his special handshake, which was a really cool experience for me. In hockey, I went to the after party with the Kings in 2012, which was pretty special because I actually got to eat Cap’n Crunch out of the Stanley Cup. I’m pretty sure I desecrated the trophy, but WAY worse has happened to that Cup. In basketball, I got to fly in Kobe Bryant’s helicopter, which was awesome.

Recently, I got to race Adrian Peterson on a mini bike... I lost (laughs).

What role did your family play in your success? What have they taught you along the way that has helped you get to where you are now?

Good question. My dad is a natural storyteller so I get that from him. My mom is really loud, so I get that from her (laughs). My parents gave me a strong sense of work ethic. My first job was when I was 10 – I helped deliver the Toronto Sun in my neighbourhood. Then, when I was 13, I worked at Wendy’s and I just at the French fries.

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My parents are immigrants – most kids that are from immigrant families, the parents want a better life for their kids.

What are your aspirations moving forward – do you still want to get into acting?

I love where I’m at now; just to be able to transition my enjoyment of performing into this profession has been so great. There is a performance aspect to it, it’s a lot more than just asking questions – you have to react to what they give you. Sometimes I’m more animated than others. I do enjoy the performance aspect of it. I’m working on this sketch with Brooks Laich (of the Washington Capitals), which is about the 5 things that every man should know how to do. In one of them, I get to play the wingman; it should be pretty cool if it all comes together.

As far as what I want to do: I love performing and I love sketches. I’m not talented enough to be a talk show host, but having a forum – any job or show where I could do more sketches, maybe where we have a bigger crew. I love sports and I love pop culture, and try to blend the two on Cabbie Presents on TSN. Just interacting with athletes and stars has been really fun for me.

I hope the experiences are positive for the viewer. A lot of people, when they watch my stuff, say they have a friend that’s kinda like me – that is either loud or obnoxious or that does these strange things (laughs) – people can live vicariously through me hopefully, because I’m not super good looking or intelligent, I’m an average dude – I love pizza and Doritos, I’m kinda like an everyman, who really...likes... girls.

What advice do you have for a young person reading this who may aspire to get into this industry?

The advice I have is to do a lot of things yourself and YouTube is the great equalizer – people become viral stars because they have interesting takes on things, they are funny or just are different. Start somewhere – the important thing is just to start – get your reps up and through practice, you’ll just get more comfortable on camera and you’ll get more comfortable writing – in writing, be clever – the public has A.D.D. to the one-millionth degree – what you create has to stand out and be easily digestible. The key is to find a way to distinguish yourself by being clever. @Cabbie

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Ryan Spooner You grew up in Kanata; tell us a little about your life growing up in the city. Where did you go to high school, and what are some of your early memories from your childhood?

It is a smaller city but I like it a lot. I actually went to high school in Stittsville at Sacred Heart High School. I really enjoyed going there and I still keep in contact with a lot of the kids from there. Mostly I remember just being a kid and getting up early for school and seeing my friends every day; it is a time in my life that I miss sometimes.

dad liked them so I also did. I enjoyed watching Saku Koivu play as well as Alex Kovalev. Some Sens players I remember watching are Alfredsson and Redden.

How old were you when you first started playing hockey? What role did your family play in you getting to where you are today?

I started organized hockey at age 4 in West Carleton. Without my parents, Brad and Sue, I would not be where I am. They have been awesome supporters of me and have always helped me through my tough times. They have always been really positive with me and I thank them for that. I don’t think I could ever repay them for the amount of time and money they spent on me over the years growing up.

At what age did you know that you could play hockey professionally, and that this was not just going to be a hobby like it is for so many Canadian boys around the country?

I would say after my first year in the OHL. I had a strong rookie season and when they released the NHL draft rankings after my first year I was ranked pretty high so I knew then that maybe I could have a shot if I stayed focused and committed.

Did you grow up a fan of the Senators – if so, who were some of your favourite players growing up?

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Have you had a chance to meet any of your childhood idols now that you get to play professionally?

I have played against a lot of guys I grew up watching and looked up to.

One that sticks out to me is Jarome Iginla. I always use to love watching him and then getting to play on his line for some games and just learning some stuff from him was pretty awesome.

Does your family get to see you play often – what was it like to play your first game in Ottawa against the Senators?

They work and have 2 dogs at home so they usually come to a couple games a year, which is always great. I was

BOSTON BRUINS PROSPECT KANATA-NATIVE pretty nervous to play at home but just being back there and to play in that rink was really cool and a memory I will never forget.

What was your reaction when you found out you were drafted by the Boston Bruins in the 2nd round of the 2010 draft?

I remember getting really nervous at the draft and worrying where I was going to get drafted. I was there with my parents, sister and girlfriend at the time, as well as my aunts and uncles so I think everyone was on the edge of their seats! But when I heard that Boston drafted me I was thrilled because they are such a good organization and such a strong hockey team that I was excited to just be a part of it.

Describe your first training camp experience – what did it feel like to walk into a dressing room and meeting the likes of Zdeno Chara, Patrice Bergeron, Tim Thomas and so many other great players? Were you intimidated at first?

I did not really know what to expect.

I was an 18 year old kid against all these men, and I was very unsure of what it was going to be like. All the guys on the team were amazing and very friendly towards me, which made it a lot easier to play with some confidence.

Was there any player who took you under his wing and gave you some good advice about playing professional hockey?

Bergeron was very helpful. He’s a very nice guy and was always making sure I felt welcomed and a part of the team. If I had any questions I would ask him and he was happy to help so I am thankful for that.

Do you come back to Ottawa in the summer?

Yes I do. I usually come back for 4 months or so and train and make sure I am ready for the upcoming season. I have a lot of close buddies in Ottawa who I enjoy seeing and catching up with.

What advice would you have for a young player reading this – that you either have received, or wish you would have received when you were growing up in the minor hockey and junior ranks?

As cliché as it sounds, just have fun playing hockey. Most of my best friends today are guys I met playing minor hockey and they are relationships that will last a life time; so just enjoy being a kid while you can and live in the moment.

What was the first thing you bought with your first NHL paycheque?

I bought a pickup truck and a chocolate lab who I named Carl. I got him in the Boston area.

What do you like to do in your downtime on off-days?

The games and practices can get pretty tiring so when I have a full day off I tend to sleep in late then sit and watch Netflix or go to the mall and watch a movie.

Who is the funniest teammate you’ve ever played with?

I have played with a lot! I would have to say Malcolm Subban is one of the funniest guys I have played with. He has a great sense of humour.

What are your goals for the rest of the season?

Make the playoffs and make sure I am playing my best so my team does well.

Who controls the music in the Bruins dressing room – and what music does he play after the games?

In Boston it’s usually Shawn Thorton. In Providence it’s me. After games we usually play house music. Before games and practices it varies...anything from Avicii to the Goo Goo dolls.

Who are some of your favourite artists – who would we find in your playlist?

I like all kinds of music. It depends what I am doing. My top 5 would be Avicii, Great Big Sea, Mariana’s Trench, Popcaan and Rise Against. That’s house, Irish folk, punk, reggae and alternative rock.

What is the best live concert you’ve ever been to?

I have not been to many concerts. I would say Keith Urban at Bluesfest.

What is your favourite thing about coming home to Ottawa?

Seeing all my friends and family.

“But when I heard that Boston drafted me I was thrilled because they are such a good organization and such a strong hockey team that I was excited to just be a part of it.”

What accomplishment are you most proud of in your career to date?

Making it to the NHL and proving to myself that I could do it.

Growing up many people told me I was too small or would not make it. So the fact I kept pursuing my dream and actually reached it is something I am proud of. @RSpooner2376

Congratulations on the Bomb Girls movie! It was essentially a fan-based motivated initiative. How does it feel to be part of such a project?

Thank you very much! Shooting the movie was a blast and we couldn't have done it without all the fan support! It's really amazing to be part of a project where everyone involved is so passionate and dedicated about producing their best quality of work. And when the audience responds to that work positively, it makes the whole experience even more rewarding. I'm really grateful to have been part of such a special show. The Bomb Girls Movie really was a way for us to give something back to everyone who fell in love with the characters and their stories. I'm excited to see how the fans respond to this movie!

You originally started acting on stage, but knew you wanted to do film. Describe the process from your realization to your starring role on Bomb Girls.

When I realized that I wanted to be a film actor, I decided to audition for Humber College's Acting for Film and Television Program. The program lasted two years and after I graduated I was fortunate to quickly sign with a wonderful agent. I started auditioning in Toronto and after about a year I auditioned for Bomb Girls. It was a long audition process that lasted about 6 weeks; but near the end I just knew that Kate was the right part for me. When my agent called me to let me know I got the part, I was actually sitting in the waiting room for another audition. Of course I started to cry, and I probably made all the other actors waiting to audition very, very uncomfortable.

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“The best was when the women who were real life ‘bomb girls’ came with their families. They had such amazing stories; it warmed my heart getting to speak to those women. It was such an honour.”

Bomb Girls really show cases how talented you are; is a career in singing somewhere in the near future?

Well thank you! It means a lot to me when people compliment my singing. I must confess, I'm very sensitive about my music, so I don't approach it with the same thick skin as I would with my acting. So singing on Bomb Girls was as much of a growing experience for me as it was for Kate. I'm so happy to have been given an opportunity to not only sing on a series, but also lucky enough to sing 1940's jazz! In my regular life I sing and write folk music, so Bomb Girls gave me an opportunity to explore a brand new genre!

I discovered some artists and songs that will probably stay with me for the rest of my life, which is pretty awesome.

The fashion of Bomb Girls is very authentic; do you get to keep anything from the set?

Ha, I wish! Most of our costumes were in fact vintage and rented!

But that didn't stop me from asking the wardrobe department (practically every day) if I could keep or purchase an outfit. The answer was always "Nooo Charlotte." Everything was so beautifully made and of course perfectly fitted to my figure. I did keep my blue head scarf as a souvenir!

How did the cast know when the show was a success?

Good question... I can't really remember. I guess when the first season aired. We had strong ratings and positive reviews from many critics. We got picked up in several countries including the U.S., England, and Italy. Bomb Girls won a number of awards including: The Canadian Screen Awards, Leo Awards, Monte-Carlo TV Awards, and a Gracie Award!

But I suppose the real moment of recognition came when I started receiving messages from fans. Especially the very passionate ones online. Ever since the first episode I've received an abundance of kind messages about my character. It's always so touching and a tad embarrassing to read how much my work and this show has meant to people. I don't think I can thank the fans enough!

Many viewers were devastated when the show ended, but it was left on such a cliff hanger! Will the movie answer some of those questions?

I was devastated too! I wanted to see what would happen with

these women after the war was over! I try not to think about it because it'll drive me nuts. This movie ties up a lot of loose story lines from season 2 and I feel like the fans are going to love it.

Are there any pranksters on set?

Ha ... not really. Ali Liebert was always making people laugh. So were Michael Seater and Antonio Cupo!  I know Bomb Girls is not filmed far from Toronto; do you sometimes have fans come visit the set?

We did have fans come to set! It was always nice to have visitors and to hear how much they've been supporting Bomb Girls. The best was when the women who were real life 'bomb girls' came with their families. They had such amazing stories; it warmed my heart getting to speak to those women. It was such an honour.  What does a typical day of filming entail?  I woke up fairly early and was driven to set. Got hair and makeup done, and then changed into my costume for the first scene. I'd then walk over to set and block the first scene. After blocking, the set would get lit. Then we'd shoot the scene many times from different angles. We'd usually do around 6-8 scenes a day. In between takes I'd look over my lines, have a snack, and chat with the other cast and crew (gruelling stuff). And sometimes we'd play ping pong! There was a Bomb Girls ping pong tournament during the movie, but I was knocked out during the first round by one of the producers! Which made me very sad; I'm still convinced there was some kind of conspiracy behind it.  When you aren't filming, what do enjoy doing?

I spend a lot of time with my family and friends! I love to create art, write, sing, play the guitar, read, and watch movies and TV series! I recently got Netflix and have been binge watching new series. (Side note, you can watch Bomb Girls seasons 1& 2 on American Netflix. Tell everyone.) I like wandering around, and going to coffee shops and art galleries by myself. After the Bomb Girls Movie wrapped I shot another series in B.C. called "When Calls the Heart" for the Hallmark Channel. I got to horse back ride and wear beautiful 1910's costumes! It was a very exciting project to work on! Now that I'm back home my life has become a little less exciting... but I'm still pretty happy with it.

The film and television industry is competitive. Based on your success, as a female Canadian actress, do you have any advice for the aspiring actors?

YES! My aunt used to tell me "There are going to be successful people in this world. Why can't one of those people be you?" And it's true! Most of the time our problems lie between our ears and all that's holding us back is our own fear and insecurities.

To the artists out there who feel insecure, know that most actors feel the same way. Oscar winning actors have said they feel like frauds and they're waiting for someone to call them out! I was once told that I would "never make it" because I was "too sensitive." But our sensitivity is something that we'll carry with us for our entire lives. It's fantastic because that side of us will make our work honest and unique. All we can do is not let those fears and anxieties flood our focus and prevent us from living in the moment. Realize that we are all complex beings and we just need to allow the person we naturally are to show through.

Never stop taking classes! Never let yourself plateau. Challenge yourself. Work with new people. And never stop being curious.

I find sometimes as well that people get scared when they're finally given the recognition they had been working so hard for.

They feel like they don't really deserve it. Cut yourself some slack. Work hard. And have fun! .... And breathe! When everything else fails, breathing will keep you afloat. @charlottehegele

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The 2008-2009 season marked the first time that the Senators missed the playoffs in 11 years.

Head coach Craig Hartsburg was fired in February 2009 and replaced by Cory Clouston.

Martin Gerber, Alex Auld and Brian Elliott shared the goaltending duties in 2008-2009.

Popular Senator Antoine Vermette was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets at the deadline for goaltender Pascale Leclair and a 2nd round pick (Robin Lehner).

Notable 2009 Draft Picks

Team Leaders

Jared Cowen (9th overall – 1st Round)

Goals: Dany Heatley (39) Assists: Daniel Alfredsson (50) Points: Daniel Alfredsson (74) PIM: Chris Neil (146) Plus/Minus: Daniel Alfredsson (+7)

Jakob Silfverberg (39th overall – 2nd Round) Robin Lehner (46th overall – 2nd Round via Columbus) Mike Hoffman (130th overall – 5th Round) Gloucester’s Corey Cowick (160th overall – 6th Round)

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The King of Pop Michael Jackson dies at age 50 at his home in California.

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Yes, we are delighted. The attendance was better than we expected and everyone appeared to have a lot of fun. We had a mixed crowd with a lot of non-technical people, so it wasn’t appropriate to have long formal presentations.

The cocktail party approach was ideal. It gave us the opportunity to have quality one on one time with our clients. As silly as it may sound, we also hired a Balloon Twister who circulated throughout the crowd making colourful balloon sculptures. I think people really got the message that GridWay is a fun company to work with, while at the same time extremely serious about taking care of clients’ data and information.

Tell us a bit about GridWay. We are an Information Technology Service Provider who has been serving businesses and organizations in the Ottawa area for over 17 years. Our clients rely on GridWay to manage their IT infrastructures so they can focus on running their own businesses without worrying about IT. Most of our technicians have been working together as a team for almost 15 years at GridWay and similarly we have clients who have been with us since the beginning.

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Of course everyone is talking about “The Cloud” these days and there are a lot of IT providers out there who claim to be experts. Many will also claim to have a Data Centre when in fact they are using the server, storage, network and Data Centre infrastructure of another third party, usually a large Telco. Unlike these IT providers, GridWay designed its own Data Centre which is situated in Kanata. It is fully owned and operated by GridWay so we have 100% control of the cloud services that we sell.

What else do you have planned for 2014?

Our mission is to become Ottawa’s Cloud Computing Centre, leading the adoption of hosted Cloud Solutions by businesses in our region.

Find us at www.ottawacloudcomputing.com and our website provides an overview of all of our services. We will continue to promote our Online Backup and Data Recovery solutions, Hosted E-mail, and we believe that more and more companies will be looking at virtual servers instead of investing in hardware. We will also continue to promote our Total Protection Program, a managed services agreement designed for businesses who want a fixed monthly fee for IT services.

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Pastel: The Colours of Spring 2014 Get ready to see a ton of pastels soon because this “it” shade of the season is one of the biggest spring 2014 fashion trends.

The hue, which was seen all over the spring/ summer 2014 runways, comes in different colours from pink, purple, green, coral and blue.

Fortunately, you won’t feel like the Easter Bunny if you wear it: designers such as Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung and Rebecca Taylor modernized the colours into sleek and elegant springtime wear that can be worn to the office, to brunch or just for a relaxing day out with friends.

From oversized blazers and sexy pencil skirts to tailored blouses and chic cropped jackets, pastel clothes will be fashionable, not infantile.

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Easter Facts It’s Easter! To mark the holiday we’ve compiled some fun facts about this season. Hope you enjoy them.

The date of Easter Sunday changes every year because it’s celebrated on the first Sunday after the Paschal Full Moon. The Paschal Full Moon is part of the Ecclesiastical Calendar and varies considerably, so Easter Sunday can be any time from March 22nd to April 25th.

There’s a link between Easter and Passover and in some countries and languages, the words for the two feasts are related.

In the Christian calendar, Easter marks the rebirth of Christ and the end of the 40 days of Lent.

Around 90 million chocolate bunnies are made for Easter each year.

Jelly beans are also a favourite in Canada, with about 16 million eaten at this season each year.

The only time more candy is eaten than Easter is at Halloween.

Hot cross buns are another Easter tradition.

Good Friday is an official holiday in 12 US states.

The largest Easter egg ever made was around 9,000 pounds. It needed a steel frame for internal support.

The original date of Easter was first fixed in 325AD.

Easter is celebrated at different times by Eastern and Western Christians. That’s because the dates for Easter in Eastern Christianity are based on the Julian Calendar.

The Annual White House Easter Egg Roll was originally held in the 1870’s.

Easter eggs may be painted and decorated hard boiled eggs. Often today they are chocolate eggs or plastic eggs filled with candy.

Happy Easter!

Driving Success: Picking the Right Business Vehicle

by Andre Martin and Lacey Miller Congratulations, you’ve decided to start a business! Business ownership is not a decision most come to lightly; it follows after countless hours of planning, preparation, and perfecting your idea, prototype, product or service, not to mention that all important business plan, but now what? How do you actually carry on a business? First step, decide on a structure and by that we mean will your business operate as: a sole proprietorship, a partnership, or a corporation.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP

Sole proprietorships are the most basic business structure. You are the sole owner and operator.

Generally, you register a business name, open your bank account, get your HST number and prepare invoices and contracts. Start up costs are low and as all income and expenses flow through to you personally, you may be able to take advantage of losses against your other income. However, those profits are taxed at a personal rate.

In a sole proprietorship there is no legal entity separate from you individually. You own all of the assets and are entitled to all of the profits.

However, you are also contracting personally with suppliers, employees, and creditors. You reap the benefits but you also have unlimited liability. If someone sues you successfully you will be personally liable for damages and they will have recourse against all of your assets, including personal assets.

A sole proprietorship may be right for you if you don’t anticipate earning healthy profits in the early years and are not in a business that attracts risk but as your business grows you will want to consider incorporation.

PARTNERSHIP

Partnerships are similar to sole proprietorships in that they are not separate legal entities; but they are taxable entities. A partnership can be limited or general in nature but is a business run by two or more owners. One partner can typically bind the others (i.e. the partnership). Profits generated are split between the partners and taxed at their personal rate and risk is generally shared between the partners. Again as a partner your personal assets are all at risk should the partnership’s assets be insufficient to satisfy its liabilities.

A written partnership agreement will help clarify the roles, responsibilities, and obligations of the partners. Without an agreement, by law, default rules apply. For example, if the partners have not defined how to split income, income is deemed to be divided evenly between partners.

There are many additional default rules, and with a little imagination you can see that without an agreement between the partners you may be caught-up in an unintended situation. And although there is no shortage of template partnership documents available online, if they fail to address your business-specific issues and applicable laws, they may do more harm than good. As such, it is best to seek professional advice prior to entering into a partnership.

although corporations must file their own tax returns, the corporate tax rate can be much lower than the individual tax rate. Operating you business as a corporation may also provide the opportunity to raise capital through investments, to provide stock options to employees, and to split profit through dividends to shareholders.

As you can see, start-up and maintenance costs are higher than a sole proprietorship, and the risks may be greater, but owning a business jointly not only provides greater access to start-up capital, but also to varying opinions, insights, and assistance with management decisions.

DECISIONS, DECISIONS

INCORPORATION

Unlike both sole proprietorships and partnerships, corporations are separate legal entities.

They can carry on business, purchase property, incur debt, and enter into contracts on their own behalf. Their structure is also more complex and generally has higher initial start-up costs. It is advisable to seek professional advice in order to properly set up and maintain your corporation.

Shareholders are the owners of the corporation.

They share in its profits and losses. They often feel more secure in a corporation, in that their liability is limited to the amount they have invested. The corporation’s creditors cannot recover from shareholders directly, unless the shareholder has personally guaranteed these debts. However, directors and officers can be held liable for acts done on the corporation’s behalf. And

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Finally, not all good things must come to an end; a corporation has an indefinite life span, and must be dissolved voluntary or by some action.

This provides for greater stability and succession planning. Of the three structures, operating your business through a corporation provides for the most flexibility and potential for tax and risk mitigation.

Although turning your mind to these issues may seem daunting, and this article is intended to be of assistance, you should have a fulsome conversation with a knowledgeable advisor before making your decision. Ottawa has fantastic resources available to assist entrepreneurs in starting their business. Take advantage of these resources and surround yourself with trusted professionals, advisors, and like-minded businesspeople and you will be off to a great start.

Andre Martin is a partner and Lacey Miller is an associate lawyer at Mann & Partners LLP, a full service law firm operating in Ottawa’s Hintonburg area. Andre and Lacey provide clients with a wide range of legal services including incorporation, management and governance issues, business acquisitions and sales, commercial leasing, contract review, and general business law.

DISCLAIMER: This article provides general information and should not be construed as legal advice or establish a solicitor-client relationship by way of the information contained herein. You should seek qualified legal advice before acting on any of the information provided herein.

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Interview with Lois Graveline, Regional Executive Director, Ontario North and East What is cystic fibrosis, and how does Cystic Fibrosis Canada support its commitment to finding a cure?

Cystic fibrosis is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults (approximately 4,000 Canadians). There is no cure. It is a multi-system disease that affects mainly the lungs and the digestive system. In the lungs, where the effects are most devastating, a build-up of thick mucus causes severe respiratory problems. Mucus and protein also build up in the digestive tract, making it difficult to digest and absorb nutrients from food.

Since 1960, Cystic Fibrosis Canada has invested almost $150 million in leading research and care, resulting in Canada having one of the world’s highest survival rates for people with cystic fibrosis. In 2013/2014, we will invest more than $7.5 million in innovative research and clinical care and will fund 51 research projects, four targeted programs and partnerships, and 47 fellows and students.

How did you get involved with Cystic Fibrosis Canada?

My history with CF dates back to 1993 when I accepted a part-time job with Cystic Fibrosis Canada managing their Ottawa Chapter. This role really began my career in fundraising and cemented my interest in becoming a professional fundraiser. I experienced first-hand the power of people coming together to support an important cause and how vital philanthropy is within any community.

My role as the Regional Executive Director now involves working alongside 8 chapters of Cystic Fibrosis Canada in Ontario North & East to help support their fundraising efforts and to help build their base of volunteer support.

In February you held the 65 Roses Gala which was hosted by Ottawa Senators star Zack Smith. Tell us about the event and how it helps support the cause.

On February 25th, the Ottawa CF Chapter held its 15th gala in partnership with the Ottawa Senators and Karma Creative Solutions. This incredible evening of great food, music and special guests along with

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many unique fundraising activities, was held at the Ottawa Conference & Event Centre and close to $75,000 dollars was raised to support ongoing research and CF clinic funding. Zack Smith (#15) was our Co-Chair for the evening along with Scott Reid and together they were very instrumental in ensuring our gala was a successful one.

Are there any other events coming up?

Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Great Strides™ walk is Canada’s largest event dedicated to raising awareness and funds in support of cystic fibrosis research and patient care. The Ottawa CF Chapter is once again looking forward to hosting their annual Great Strides Walk on Sunday, May 25th at Karters Korner located in Stittsville. Registration is from 8-10am with the walk starting promptly at 10am and then participants can enjoy lunch and entertainment starting at noon. Special thanks to Karters Korner who continue to support our fundraising efforts in honour of their loving daughter Emilie who passed away Dec. 27, 2009 at the age of 22.

During her long struggle with cystic fibrosis (including two double-lung transplants), Emilie continues to inspire all of our Great Strides Walk participants. Please join our fundraising efforts by registering either as an individual participant or as part of a team – either way, we are counting on our Ottawa Community to help us reach our goal of raising $120,000. www.cysticfibrosis.ca/greatstrides How can people get involved with Cystic Fibrosis Canada if they are looking to volunteer, donate or sponsor?

There are many ways to help support the Ottawa CF Chapter and you can start by visiting their website at www.cfottawa.ca. Participate in our Great Strides Walk, submit your volunteer application or donate – whatever you can manage will be very much appreciated by the over 200 young adults and children in the Ottawa area who suffer from cystic fibrosis.

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Team Canada Curling Skip

Rachel Homan Canada Winter Games Gold, World Curling Junior Silver, back-to-back Scotties Gold, World Curling Championships Bronze and Silver, and all accomplished before turning 25. In a demanding sport where most of the greats don’t peak until their 30s or 40s, Team Canada skip Rachel Homan is already an experienced curling veteran and superstar.

The Ottawa native and Ottawa Curling Club skip is as competitive as they come. She plays to win, and embraces the nerves and adrenaline that would make most competitors weak. Already possessing an impressive curling resume, Homan also has a big heart for charitable causes like the Canadian Hunger Foundation (CHF) – a cause that led her to Ethiopia as a CHF ambassador.

We caught up with Rachel Homan to talk about her life on and off the rink.

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How did Earle become your coach?

My brother used to curl with Earle’s son, John Morris, and so the Morris’ have been friends of the family for a long time. When I was running around the rinks as a kid they used to joke that one day Earle would coach me. And ten years later, he did end up helping us out when my team was 12 and 13. He has coached us in some capacity for my entire competitive career and we are forever grateful for everything he has done for us.

At what point did you realize it was not just going to be a hobby for you? At what point did you realize that this was something you could do professionally?

Curling is still not at a professional level. It would be nice if one day the sport was at the level that we could just train and compete without having to work, but that day hasn’t come yet.

Tell us a little about what life was like growing up in Ottawa for you. What part of town did you grow up in?

Where did you go to school?

I moved a lot growing up and went to different schools, but all in Orleans. Ottawa is a great city to grow up in and I’m lucky to be here for curling as well. We have over 50 curling clubs within the Ottawa valley and I have been fortunate enough to have some great coaching.

How did you come to choose your team? How did you become the skip? Did you have to fight for it or was it just based on overall talent or something else?

Everyone on the team requires different roles, personalities, and different skill sets. Apparently my second day curling (at the age of 5) I asked to skip in the practice game of little rocks. Not something a 5 year old would know how to do, but I do think my personality fits well with the position. I enjoy throwing the last rocks and enjoy the pressure that comes with it.

When did you get started in curling? What attracted you that sport?

I was around curling clubs as a baby, and as soon as I could walk, I was running around the rinks while my brothers played hockey and curling. For me, it was just something in the family that goes all the way back to my great grandfather. I love sports and am a very competitive person so I have played just about every sport growing up, but always stuck to curling as my main sport. I am very glad I stuck with curling as I have had so many amazing experiences at such a young age that I don’t think I could have had with any other sport.

What was it like winning the Scott Tournament of Hearts last year at such a young age? Who was the first person you called after you won and why did you call them? How did they react?

Winning my first Scotties is something that I will never forget. It was the first time in my life that I was truly proud of my team and myself for being able to win the tournament at such a young age. I always knew that one day, it would come, but succeeding in Kingston is something that I’m very proud of. It was very close to Ottawa, so all of our friends and family were able to come down and share the excitement and experience with us. Some

days everything goes right and you can feel it. There was a lot of hard work, sacrifices, and dedication behind it and not just from the team but from our entire support system that has helped us get to where we are. The fact that almost everyone was there in Kingston to share it with us made it that much better.

My family and friends were waiting for me after the game but I was immediately pulled aside for drug testing, so I think the first person I called was my dad to tell everyone that I was coming to see them, but I had to wait for my test to be over. They had to wait over an hour but I was so excited to see them when I did!

What did you learn from the World Curling Championships in Latvia that helped you prepare for the 2014 season?

The trip over there was a nightmare. We left 24 hours before our coach and he passed us in Frankfurt and arrived in Latvia 5 hours before us. Long story short, an inch of snow in Frankfurt shut down the airport and we had to sleep on airport benches over night and then we were bumped off every plane the next day until about 3pm. When we finally arrived at the hotel in Latvia, we found a single bed and a cot for 12 days. Eventually, we were able to switch rooms but sometimes I wish I had picked a summer sport with all of the travel problems we have run into. We got off to a shaky start, but were able to make tiebreakers and went on to the semi where we were defeated by Scotland. We were able to regroup and win the Bronze medal for Canada, which is something that I am very proud of. It is not easy to lose such a big game and then with little rest go out and try and win a medal when your opponent had the previous day off. The loss in the semi and playing the bronze medal game has helped us learn some tough, valuable lessons that I think everyone needs to go through to become better. It is all the losses that have taught my team the greatest lessons and helped us grow to the team we are today. You can’t teach experience and you can’t rush or force success.

How do you deal with negative comments towards your team?

We never leave the ice saying we could have done more because in the moment, my team always gives 100%.

There will always be people that tell us how horrible we are but it’s not about those people. It’s everyone else that wants to be a part of our experience and journey or the people we hope to inspire to accomplish different things in their lives. Sometimes it’s hard to hear the negative comments but we have received so many letters, e-mails, and stories of support, how we changed or inspired their children. Ottawa is such an amazing, supportive city we are so grateful and honoured to represent the city.

You just won the Scott Tournament of Hearts again - an incredible achievement repeating as Canadian champion. How did this experience differ from last year and what was the most memorable part of this year’s event?

Going into the Scotties this year we really wanted to win and be able to join the small group of teams that have won back-to-back Scotties. The first time winning was

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definitely a different experience than the second time. It comes with different emotions and different feelings about your accomplishments. Each Scotties that you are apart of is an amazing experience and accomplishment and we are so lucky to be able to go back again next year. It’s a long exhausting week and something that I will always want to be a part of.

Do you get nervous in big games? If so, how do you channel your nerves to stay focused when you have to make a big shot?

Everyone gets nervous and I think it’s a good thing. If you’re not nervous it doesn’t matter enough to you. You definitely can’t teach or explain how someone should or will react to big pressure situations – you need to experience them. Once you’ve experienced it, then you can analyze what went well, what didn’t work for you and what you can do next time to be better. Everyone is different in how they need to feel to perform at their best and that is something you learn through experience, analyzing and mental preparation. For myself, I have learned to embrace the nerves and adrenaline that come with it. I use it to my advantage in big weight shots as it helps me focus that much more and know how to adjust my throw on soft weight shots with the extra adrenaline. I enjoy the big games and, win or lose, I know that I will be better the next time around.

What accomplishment in your career are you most proud of to date?

Sport is a strange thing in that my team and I have been so dedicated and focused on accomplishing our goals and having success for our families, friends, city, province, and country we don’t always realize the impact. Over the past two years we have received a few e-mails that have brought me to tears. Different stories from strangers, one of how we have changed a little girl’s life. No matter what you choose to do in life, it can have a positive impact on others and that is something I think we should all try to accomplish. Whether we know it or not, you can help people you have never met.

Not something I’m proud of – I guess just something that I never knew going into sports I could do.

What sort of interests do you have away from the rink?

Do you play any other sports or have other hobbies?

I love sports and so I try and play as many sports and hobbies as I can but at the same time you have to weigh the risk.

There are things like snowboarding and skiing that I can’t ever really do because of the risk of injury. I own skis and a snowboard but have only gone snowboarding a handful of times.

What sort of music do you enjoy? What songs would we find in your playlist?

I love music and I listen to just about everything and depending on the day it’ll be different types of music.

“I was around curling clubs as a baby and when I could start to walk, I was running around the curling and hockey rinks following my brother’s sports. For me, it was just something in the family that goes all the way back to my great grandfather.”

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What role did your family have in your success growing up?

Whenever my family gets together we turn everything into a competition. They are a lot of fun and very supportive.

My immediate and extended family is definitely the reason that I have had this much success. We have an entourage that travels to our big events to help support and cheer us on. We are very lucky to have them.

I definitely inherited the competitive nature from my dad. He has supported and pushed me to be the curler I am today. Both of my parents have made sacrifices and helped me wherever needed to achieve my goals and I can’t thank them enough.

Have you seen an increase in the number of young women in Ottawa getting involved with the sport?

I have definitely seen an increase in not just young women but others as well, wanting to get involved in curling. Our curling club has a waiting list to get into and has received many phone calls and e-mails about people wanting to try the sport. It is great to see the sport growing, but I guess that means we will have more competition in the coming years. It is great to see the sport grow and I’m happy to be a small part in changing the sport.

In 2013, you went on a humanitarian trip to Ethiopia. Tell us about that experience - how did you get involved with the Canadian Hunger Foundation?

The Canadian Hunger Foundation contacted me about becoming an ambassador, and I was extremely happy to come on board to learn and help where I could. They wanted to show me how they were different from other organizations and I was excited and nervous to go over and see first hand the need for third world development. It’s one thing to learn about it in Canada, but when you experience it first hand and meet the people it really is a reality check. We are so far removed from this type of poverty that we sometimes get caught up in our lives and don’t appreciate how lucky we are to live in Canada with the resources available to us. We get upset or worry about trivial things. Traveling to a third world country is something I wish everyone had the chance to experience. CHF is now a foundation that I donate to every year because they have shown me the success of their projects which leads to permanent change. They approach problems from all angles and make sure that they educate, empower, and provide training to create change for generations to come.

What advice do you have for any young athletes reading this?

You never know what you can achieve until you try. Set goals, work hard, put in the time and effort, and success will come. You will lose a lot more than you will win, but as long as you continue to learn from your losses you will continue to improve and have success. They say it takes 10,000 hours to master something but I can tell you I have put in more than 10,000 hours and have not even come close to mastering curling. Sports are tough, but I recommend reaching out to as many coaches as possible and to learning from everything you can. Enjoy the journey and hold on to the people that support and encourage you along the way. Anyone who has ever accomplished something is forever in debt to those around them and has a long list of people to thank. www.teamhoman.com www.chf.ca/newsroom/blog/rachel-homan/entry/permanent-change @RHoman89

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OZZY OSBOURNE

You wouldn’t think that a rock legend known as the ‘Prince of Darkness’ would be superstitious, but you’d be wrong. Despite enjoying a music career that has spanned 6 incredible decades with numerous awards and accolades, like Grammy’s and induction in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006, Ozzy Osbourne still gets nervous about the number 13. All this superstition despite the success of Black Sabbath’s debut self-titled album, which was released on Friday the 13th in 1970. Fast forward to 2013, and Ozzy and Black Sabbath are enjoying even more success with their latest album titled ‘13’, which reached number 1 in North America – a first for Black Sabbath. The Black Sabbath frontman returns to Ottawa on April 13th to perform hits from the bands catalogue. Maybe Ozzy should consider 13 his lucky number?

Hey Ozzy, how’s it going?

We had an earthquake this morning, but I’m fine. About 6:30 this morning I heard a boom, boom, boom! And the Earth woke me up. It was only a quick one, but it was my first real earthquake – about a 4.1 on the Richter scale – but everyone is safe and fine.

Earlier this year the iTunes store finally made available Black Sabbath’s music catalogue from the 1970s. What was it like knowing that existing and new fans could finally access this body of work?

Well you know, the biggest bleeping shock to me is that people still like it. When you’re in a band and you write an album, I mean nobody believes it will get so incredibly big. I would never have believed in 1974, or whenever, that people would be looking at the body of work in 20, 30 or now 40 years and go, “this is great!” I mean, I’m not complaining at all, but you never really

know what you’re going to create or how successful it may become. When you’re in the eye of the storm you don’t realize how much your butt’s blowing off, you know what I mean?

Black Sabbath will soon be starting its second run of North American tour dates. What’s it like having such a busy tour schedule on top of everything else you do?

It’s like putting on an old pair of shoes that fit perfectly. I mean, we all get along, have a laugh, and know our craft now because we’ve been doing it long enough.

What’s it like watching Jack and Kelly enjoying their own successes and taking their lives in their own directions?

With our kids, Sharon and I never said, “we’re going and you need to follow suit.” Jack’s been great behind the camera. Kelly’s great with what she does in front of the camera. It’s not always great

“You know what, put me on an airplane and fly my around for a few hours and I’m good to go anywhere. I look at every gig with the same approach - I want to give people the best show I can possibly give them.”

when you’re in showbiz, and I always tell my kids to never read a review because someone will say your work sucks, or they will compare them to me, Sharon or whatever. But sometimes kids have to learn for themselves, and you can’t shield them from everything. But saying that, we’re really proud of our kids – very proud of them.

You mention reviews, and the new Black Sabbath Album titled ‘13’ has been praised by critics and fans alike. The single from the album, ‘God is Dead?’ earned you a Grammy for Best Metal Performance. Is it still special receiving these awards after so many years of success?

You know something, 13 is the first time we’ve ever had a number 1 in North America, including Canada. That includes my solo career and Black Sabbath. So when we heard this, and when we were nominated for 4 Grammy’s and whatever, it’s just incredible. This last year as

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a whole has just been incredible. One day you wake up and go, “bleeping hell.” I mean, it was such a shock in a good way.

Another accolade that Black Sabbath received was induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006. What did that mean to you and the band?

I don’t make a record to get awards or anything. I just do it. Once you get nominated for anything, regardless of it being in England or America, it’s just a thing that comes along. I don’t make music to be nominated. Naturally I’m proud of nominations and accolades, but for years I had a beef with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Grammy’s. For years Black Sabbath was up against Paul McCartney, The Who, Led Zepellin, etc. and you know you aren’t going to get much of a look. I’m very strange about receiving awards. I like having them, of course, but I don’t actively seek them.

For those people who have never attended a live Ozzy or Black Sabbath show, what can they expect on this tour?

It’s going to great fun. We’ve got such a great catalogue of stuff to work with. People have been asking me if we’ll be doing many Ozzy songs, but the tour is Black Sabbath and not Ozzy. So we’ll do some classics like War Pigs, Iron Man, Paranoid, and some new songs as well.

What was it like getting back together with Geezer and Tony to create the latest album, ‘13’?

We’ve all been through the mill, ripped off, had hit records, had groupies, but at the age of 65 it was just great to be together again. We’re all sober now after having done drugs for years, and we know what we’re doing. Whatever I thought about them in the past is long gone because we’re grown adults now so you get on with it.

Some people have asked why we aren’t touring with Bill Ward. We’ve announced we were getting back together over the years and this time around we weren’t going to sit in a bleeping negotiation room for 9 months or a year to go over everything. You get to a point where you just have to make a decision – are we going to do it?

Yes or no. Are we going to make an album? Yes or no. Because if we are then let’s get on with it. We can’t wait for all of us to be on the same page because time is running out. We aren’t getting any younger, you know? So when we met with Bill to go over negotiations in the management side, I guess it just wasn’t a quick decision from his camp. I don’t know. I’m very sad that he isn’t with the tour, but we needed to get on with it. Thank God we came up with the right decision to make an album because it’s a number 1, the shows are great and it was our time. But it’s just very sad that Bill never made it with us.

What country or city do you enjoy playing in the most? Do you even have a favourite?

You know what, put me on an airplane and fly my around for a few hours and I’m good to go anywhere. I look at every gig with the same approach – I want to give people the best show I can possibly give them.

You’ve had so many great songs over the years. Is there one that means the most to you? Or one that you like best?

There’s not one that I like best, but I don’t think I’ve ever done a show without doing Paranoid – that’s kind of like my calling card. I don’t like that song anymore than the other stuff. It’s just the one that’s semi-commercial. I mean, even in my solo career I perform that song.

What are your thoughts on the current music scene – especially rock and metal?

I don’t really listen to it. Nothing I say or do is going to change people. It’s such a rapidly chang-

ing industry and I never thought the day would come where we wouldn’t be selling albums or CDs. From selling 15-20 million albums with a website on a computer is just so different.

What does the future hold for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath?

As long as I enjoying doing it, I’ll continue doing what I do until the day I die.

Is there a favourite band that you’ve had open for you over the years?

We’ve played with everyone over the years. We’ve had everyone open up for us at one point.

Tell us something most people don’t know about you.

I’m scared to make speeches because I don’t know what the bleep I’m talking about. The guy you see on stage is not the guy you’re talking to now.

Who’s the wildest party guy you ever toured with?

Me. (laughs).

Having done the reality show, would you consider doing it again if given the chance?

It started off with Cribs and ended up turning into this massive bleeping TV thing. We started that kind of reality TV, I suppose. It was an experience that’s been done and gone, and we’ve moved on. Would I do it again?

I don’t know. My kids got bleeped up, I got bleeped up, and my wife got cancer and nearly died. I mean, for all the success it had its downsides.

Whatever goes up comes down eventually.

What advice would you give aspiring artists trying to make it today?

If you’re serious about what you’re doing then write as much stuff as you can because if you get success there are never enough songs – there’s never enough material.

You’ve been to Ottawa before. Is there anything you remember about the city that you enjoyed?

I remember being in an after-hours club back in my wild days. There was all my kind of stuff hanging around at the club – women, drugs, booze. I remember getting on the bus with a bunch of guys and just having a great time.

What is the biggest obstacle you had to overcome to get to where you are today?

I’m just over a year being clean and sober, which is wonderful but the biggest obstacle.

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What was it like working with Rick Rubin on 13?

Rick Rubin is a gentleman. I really enjoyed working with him. I had heard some horror stories about when he works that he is never in the studio and only pops in once a week, but it’s all BS. Every day I was there he was there too.

Your trademark singing voice hasn’t really changed over the years.

How are you able to maintain it?

You’re asking me?! (laughs). I mean, I don’t know. I go to my ear, nose and throat guy and he goes, “considering what you’ve put through your body, you’ve got a body like a 25 year old.” I guess I’m a bleeping walking miracle.

You’ve admitted to being superstitious. Does the name of the new album have anything to do with that?

What happened with the title was that Sharon said, “it’s 2013, why not call the album ‘13’”? I ended up saying sure, but forgot about it. Then when the album was about the come out, I had asked her what the title was and she said 13. I remember going, “‘13’?! Are you bleeping joking?!” I am so superstitious, especially about the number 13.

You can see Ozzy and Black Sabbath live at the Canadian Tire Centre on April 13th. The latest album, 13, is available for download on iTunes. www.blacksabbath.com @OfficialSabbath www.ozzy.com @OfficialOzzy

Jody Mitic Master Corporal Jody Mitic was a top sniper when his legs were blown off while on patrol in Afghanistan in January 2007. Nobody would have blamed him had he decided to quietly retire from the army and lead a simple life. It would have been understandable if he was angry with the army, the government or even the world for what had happened to him. But that’s not Jody Mitic.

The decorated sniper, engaging speaker, courageous hero and all-around good guy from Brampton, Ontario has used a perceived disability as an incredible source of strength and support for himself and those around him. Jody Mitic is a devoted father and husband, advocate for veteran rights, supporter of a myriad of charitable initiatives, motivational speaker, The Amazing Race Canada runner-up, and he’s now tackling his next challenge – tossing his hat in the political ring as city councillor for Innes Ward in Orleans. We caught up with Jody to learn about his life, experiences and political ambitions.

You are well known as a Canadian hero for your service in Afghanistan. What first made you want to join the Canadian Forces?

When I was a kid, about 3, my uncle who was in the army would come by the house in uniform. It was in the 1970’s that he would come and bring me teddy bears and stuffed toys. I remember an orange and white stuffed dog that had floppy ears.

I also remember a brown teddy bear that we kept around the house until I was a teenager – I had younger brothers and all. As a toddler, to me, that was the coolest guy ever. I think that may be where it started.

In high school, I enjoyed drama and acting. I even briefly considered acting, but I had really bad acne.

So I thought that the only way I would ever get hired is if I was really good at being an actor. I remember talking to my dad about it saying, “If it’s a choice between me and Tom Cruise, I’ve got to be really good because the acne is going to hold me back.” He did the typical dad thing and said, “Uhuh. Keep dreaming.” So I joined the reserves when I was 17 to see if I would like the army – and I loved it. I was the youngest guy there. I came in third overall, top shot in my platoon and just loved it. Eventually, I ended up joining the army and fulfilled my goal of being an infantrymen. I moved to Petawawa at 20 and began what has become my 20 year adventure – well, 20 years if you include reserves.

What did you find was the most challenging aspect of your service in Afghanistan while you were there?

I loved it. I was there for roughly 7 1/2 months on my first tour. The second time was just under

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6 months before I blew up. The first tour I was a driver and body guard. I didn’t like the job too much, but it was better than being back in Petawawa. You know, you’re there and actually doing your job instead of just talking about it. For the second tour I was part of a sniper unit.

While in Afghanistan, you were severely injured when you stepped on a landmine and lost both legs below the knee. You later went on to participate in various charity races and The Amazing Race Canada. How did you find the motivation and drive to recover and become an inspiration for other Canadians?

When you join something like the army, having your legs blown off is part of it. Dying, seeing crazy stuff; it’s all part of it. I was mentally preparing myself for tough moments since I was 17 years- old and joined the Forces. So when I did step on it and got wounded, I thought that I was just a statistic – it happens. I had always hoped that if I did get injured that it would be something cooler, like getting a scar on the cheek or some shrapnel to show off at parties. But that’s not what happened. When I got hurt, I saw it as my duty to get better as fast as possible. Yes, it was very hard and there were some mental road blocks, but you have to move on.

After all that, running the Amazing Race and supporting charity causes was the easy part.

Many Canadians know you from your participation in The Amazing Race Canada, where you and your brother Cory finished in second place.

What was your favourite part about participating in the Race?

My favourite place was Kelowna, BC – great big lake, mountains and forests – it’s just beautiful and it has everything. My favourite part was just being able to hang out with my brother. We’ve never done anything like that before.

What was the experience on The Amazing Race like, in terms of being filmed all the time?

The cameras weren’t on us 24/7, but they were there a lot. Once the racing was done, the cameras would go off but we weren’t allowed to speak with each other so they didn’t miss any interactions.

That worked for a while, but as the Race kept on and the teams were becoming fewer and fewer, it became harder to enforce. In the Yukon, we got to watch a movie at a theatre together as a group, but we weren’t allowed to sit together. It was a really small theatre so we still got to talk. We didn’t have cellphones, email, TV, radio, internet – nothing. We finished filming at the end of May and the show aired in July so we couldn’t talk about anything until then.

What was the most difficult part of competing in The Amazing Race?

It was all challenging but we went into it knowing it wasn’t going to be easy. It’s like the military –

Canadian Forces Veteran and Amazing Race Runner you go in knowing what’s going to happen. It’s hard. It’s for $500,000 so it’s not going to be easy. The hardest challenge I did was square dancing in Calgary, as anyone who watched the show knows. I was terrible at it. Coming in second was probably the hardest part – it hurt. I’m as competitive as the next guy and I wanted to win. But if you look at it, you couldn’t have asked for a better ending. The guy with Parkinson’s, the guy with no legs and the two girls who nobody gave a chance to win all in the top three.

we try to give each other a new group of peers to help support each other. It’s up to us to figure out how to live and transition to our new way of life.

How did participating in The Amazing Race with your brother Cory affect your relationship with him?

It was awesome. We’re like buddies again. It’s not like we weren’t before, but it was great just being able to hang out that much. A month straight with no emails, phones, TV, etc. allowed us to get even closer, which was awesome.

A few things have changed since I was hurt – I have two little girls, I’ve settled in Ottawa and it’s my community. I want to be involved in my kids’ lives, the community and the environment around me. I would love it if my neighbourhood had a community garden or a program for more pollinating bees and birds. I’ve also been a home owner for sometime, and paying for property and school taxes are things I want to be more involved with.

You helped to launch the Never Quit Foundation, and Soldier On, which have helped to raise funds and awareness for Canadians injured in the line of duty. How does being injured in the line of duty affect Canadians and their families from your own personal experiences?

Never Quit (www.neverquitfoundation.ca) isn’t a major charity, but we try to have a little fun.

If you get hurt in the line of duty, your job is to keep everyone else safe. Part of that job means you could get hurt badly enough that you have to stop doing that job. That happened to me but you can also receive mental disorders like PTSD. Your support network when you’re on the job – whether a soldier, police officer, or even a bouncer – are your brothers and sisters who you work with. Unfortunately, when you are injured and away it becomes an out-of-sightout-of-mind situation. You get hurt and have to leave the job so there is a massive adjustment because your support system and social network is gone, which is really tough. For Never Quit,

Recently, you announced your aspiration to vie for city councillor for the Innes Ward in Ottawa. What made you want to get into politics and what issues will you be focusing on?

My quick answer is: politics is a way for me to continue serving because my military career was cut short.

With Rainer Bloess retiring, that leaves an opening. Some people approached me, which happens to coincide with my retirement from the army, and I figured why not try? I really think I could make a difference. As for long a term goal, we’ll see what happens.

What do you think the most challenging part of running for a seat on city council will be for you?

I don’t hold grudges, and I’d like to think I’m good at seeing other’s perspectives, but it could be hard not getting what my constituents want.

If I lose something that the voters want, then I could see that being a challenge to overcome.

However, when I fail at something it makes me try even harder. I was a sniper in the army, which is very hard to do. I got blown up and survived, which is kind of hard to do. I’ve learned enough over the years that I’m as much human as everyone else, but I’m also very motivated

and can stay focused.

If you had to name three personal goals you have yet to attain, what would they be?

To make good people (my kids) – ask them and me how I did in 20 years (laughs). I want to be self-sufficient because nobody will look after you the way you look after yourself. Lastly, to be a wise old man.

We’ve heard that the medic that helped with your evacuation after stepping on a landmine in Afghanistan later became your wife.

How did she support you and help with your recovery?

Alannah is someone who knows what happened because she was there. She got PTSD from her experiences in Afghanistan, which she has dealt with very well. Going through what I had to go through alone may have been impossible. We support each other, but we also challenge each other when it’s needed. If I’m feeling sorry for myself she’ll get me back on track, and I do the same. We know when to support and when to say, “suck it up a bit.”

What was it like to carry the Olympic torch in Ottawa for the 2010 Vancouver games?

That was a life-long dream. When I was 11, I wanted to carry the torch for the ‘88 Calgary games. I applied in Reader’s Digest and mailed it in, but I wasn’t selected.

Apart from participating in races, doing motivational speeches, and running for city councillor, what do you do for fun?

I’m a really big fan of hanging out with my kids. I also enjoying working out and riding my motorcycle.

Tell us something most people don’t know about you.

I cry at moments in movies when you think a guy like me wouldn’t. @JODYMITIC www.neverquitfoundation.ca

“If I can’t be the best sniper I can be, I can be the best advocate for the wounded, or any amputees, that I can be. People see me speaking for soldiers or running for charity. . .then anybody else can, too.”

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TSN1200 Co-host TGOR

JOHN RODENBURG TGOR is quite a popular show for sports enthusiasts in Ottawa. How did you first get your start in radio broadcasting?

Since graduating from broadcast journalism in college, I’ve worked for radio stations in Tillsonburg, Barrie, Toronto and Ottawa. Believe it or not, in radio, that’s a pretty short list. I was actually a news guy for a lot of years before starting with Ottawa Sports Radio in 1998.

What is your favourite aspect of hosting TGOR? Every day is a blank canvas. We have some ideas of what we’ll talk about but one aside from a listener or us, and we’re off exploring something we never would have predicted. It’s a constant high-wire act.

How did you feel when the Flames became Stanley Cup Champions in 1989, and what was your favourite moment in the playoffs?

Collectively my 4 favourite pro teams have won 1 championship. That’s total, in my lifetime. I don’t know of anyone else who has had that “antiMidas” touch, so I do appreciate the one time it did happen. Watching Lanny McDonald score the GWG in his final NHL game on Patrick Roy was pretty sweet.

You deserve a lot of respect for your open and honest assessment of the state of the Ottawa Senators franchise. The Ottawa media often come under fire for being “too soft” on the team – but you have never shied away from speaking up if you think the team is underperforming. What do you see as the biggest reason that the team has struggled in 2013-2014 season? How do you think they can improve moving into next year and beyond?

I think there are too many young guys on defense. It’s the toughest position in the NHL to learn and when all of them are learning on the go you will pay the price. Especially when you don’t get out of it with goaltending like the Senators had last year. I look for a better season next year from several of them but I think they also need to add an experienced defenseman to play in their top 4.

Apart from hockey, what do you consider to be your favourite sport and why?

To watch, football. To play, golf. Football is the ultimate team game where every player is so dependent on their teammates. Golf to play because no matter how well you play, you always feel like you could have done better. Golf is something you can actually get better at as you get older.

What is the most challenging part of being a father to three daughters?

Finding life balance between work and home is always a struggle. All 3 of them are busy with their own lives, between school, part-time work, and sports. Essentially my wife and I are a taxi service on nights and weekends. But I wouldn’t change it for the world. They’re all completely different.

Do any of your daughters share your love of sports, and do they play any themselves?

All 3 of them love to play sports much to my wife’s chagrin. She was hoping they would all be into dance like she was but after trying it out, they all turned to sports like hockey, soccer, basketball, and track. There isn’t more than a night or 2 that goes by where they aren’t at a rink, field, or track pretty much year-round.

What is the most challenging part of co-hosting TGOR, and what do you find the most rewarding?

I don’t know if you ever get used to the hours. I’m convinced I’m about 5 years behind on my sleep totals, but as the saying goes, you can sleep when you’re dead. The reward is when you finish a really good show; you’ve had some laughs and some good debates and you can’t wait to do it again. It’s always a challenge.

Do you and Steve Warne have any friendly rivalries?

I’m still waiting for Steve to beat me in one of the pools that we have had on the show. One of these years he might beat me. Might.

What do you think the best part of growing up in Ottawa was for you? What about for your daughters?

I didn’t grow up in Ottawa, but London is like a smaller Ottawa. For my kids, unparalleled access to sports, nature, culture, and great schools.

There’s probably not another city in Canada that can offer the combination of city and country in 20 minutes like Ottawa can.

Apart from sports, what other hobbies do you have?

I wish I had time for hobbies.

What has been the most challenging obstacle you’ve had to overcome in life, and why?

All of my obstacles have been so minor compared to others, it would really diminish what other people have been able to overcome. I’ve been very fortunate.

What would you consider to be your greatest achievement to date?

My wife and I have raised 3 girls we’re really proud of. I think they are hard-working, respectful, and on their way to great things in life. As a parent, I’ve always thought you try to put your kids on the right path and then cross your fingers and hope for the best.

What is your favourite memory so far of working with Steve Warne?

There’s lots. Having Wayne Gretzky phone us from the ice surface after Canada won hockey gold in 2002. The road trip to New Jersey in the playoffs in 2003. Singing “All the Leafs Stink” during the playoffs. Convincing Senators fans their playoff games wouldn’t be televised in favour of Leafs games during an April Fool’s joke. @TSNJR

TSN1200 Co-host TGOR

Steve Warne

guidance counsellor told me I needed something more than grade 9 French to apply to journalism school. I found out, years later, he didn’t know what he was talking about.

You often speak on air about your love of golf. How did you come to enjoy the sport?

I had a crush on a girl who worked at Richmond Centennial so I got a membership there. And by “membership” I mean my friend and I would sneak onto the 2nd hole without paying. I think the girl had a boyfriend or something but I did fall in love with golf.

You have often remarked about your love of hockey and the Senators from a young age.

What is your favourite moment in Sens history, and why?

Probably the first game at the Civic Centre in ‘92. I couldn’t believe we actually had an NHL team in my hometown. I couldn’t believe I was covering my first NHL game. I couldn’t believe Guy Carbonneau let me interview him for 15 minutes before practice. I couldn’t believe Denis Savard was so small. I still can’t believe the Sens won that night. Anyway, it was a historical night and the start of something great for me.

Not many guys can say they’ve professionally covered every year of the Sens’ existence.

You grew up in Richmond. Tell us a little about some of your memories growing up in Richmond. What part of your childhood stands out the most when you look back?

Sports. I played everything and so did my friends. I remember the cold, quiet walk to early morning practices at Richmond Arena.

I loved all day shinny on the Jock River and road hockey in front of my house. My dad and I would go to the Richmond Royals’ games Saturday night then hustle home to catch the third period of Hockey Night in Canada. Summers were for golf, football, softball and soccer or whatever weird game we’d invent.

Three Guys on the Radio is a hit show on TSN 1200, and a favourite for Ottawa’s sports fans. What is your favourite aspect of cohosting the show?

If this weren’t my job, this is honestly the kind of thing I’d do for fun. Talking sports and joking around with the guys. The only thing it lacks is beer and a sane hour for my wake up call.

What do you think sets TGOR apart from other sports shows in Ottawa?

I think we’re a nice broadcast mix of polished, experienced and juvenile. We’re sports junkies but we’ve also got a little more freedom to goof around and talk about pretty much anything. I like that it’s not fake. What you hear is generally what we are. Except for JR and Hammer. I never know what they’re up to.

Was sports journalism always something you wanted to do, or was it something that you fell into?

Yes. I angled toward radio after my high school

Having played hockey and golf since a young age, what do you think are the greatest benefits for children of playing each sport?

There’s the obvious health angle, but it’s more than that. When you’re on a team, you feel part of something. When you help the team, you feel this admiration from your teammates. Inclusion and admiration builds confidence like nothing else. Confident kids make way better life decisions.

You often make humorous, and sometimes musical, jabs at the Leafs such as “Leafs Suck” (to the tune of Outkast’s “Hey Ya”).

Do you have any new musical parodies in the works?

I do. Another nod to my hatred of the Leafs.

It’s to the tune of “I’m Happy” by Pharrell Williams. It’s called “I’m crappy.” Because it’s been my belief for some time that the Leafs are crappy.

You often share personal stories, especially about your family’s experiences in dealing with the impact of autism on your son, Michael. How did you initially react to the news?

Shocked. Depressed. Heartbroken.

From your personal experience, what do you think the greatest challenge is for families with autistic children?

For some people, it’s denial. They refuse to accept the label and the child doesn’t get the help he/she needs. For others it’s dealing with the heartbreak. Some struggle to deal with all the incredibly bizarre, sometimes aggressive behaviours. Then there’s the cost of therapy

which is often more than the average Canadian makes in a year. I think the biggest challenge is finding their place in the world. What do you do when they turn 18, when all funding runs out and programs disappear? What do you do when you’re too old to care for them?

You have been quite supportive of autism research, especially in Ottawa. What awareness initiatives are the most important, in your opinion, for the public to be aware of?

Awareness-wise, the public needs to know that these kids have a chance. If they get proper therapy early in life, they may not need expensive, full-time, life-long care that will be entirely funded by taxpayers. It’s the pay me now or pay me later thing.

You’re the chairman of the Microsoft Golf Classic for Autism to raise money and awareness. How receptive have you found Ottawa to such an event, and how successful has it been in your opinion?

It’s been great in every way. Last year was our 10th anniversary event. Shameless plug!

Our 2014 event is at the Marshes golf club on Tuesday June 17th.

Apart from hockey and golf, what other hobbies or interests do you fill your spare time with?

Stuff with the kids. Drinks with friends. I write.

I love movies. I coach. I’m a fantasy baseball and football guy, though not a very successful one. I like building things around the house. I love travel, dinner and afternoon naps with my beautiful wife Linda.

If you could meet any NHL or PGA player, past or present, who would it be and why?

Shaun Van Allen. I owe him 20 bucks from my NFL pool.

What would you say is your greatest accomplishment, in life and work, so far?

In life? My tiny part in creating autism awareness and helping raise a lot of money for various autism charities. In work? Just being able to contribute to a very good radio show that a lot of people seem to like. @TSNSteve

Was sports broadcasting always something that you wanted to do, or did you have other aspirations as a kid?

It was either play or cover sports. When asked, I always told my teachers in public school that I wanted to be a sports journalist.

If you could play just one sport, for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Golf. It’s a sport that you truly can play for the rest of your life.

It’s also a good excuse to travel.

What is your favourite hockey moment in the Sochi winter Olympics?

I’ll cheat and say moments. The final minutes and the overtime of

the women’s gold medal game. That was just fantastic stuff.

If you could play a casual game of hockey with any NHL player, past or present, who would it be and why?

Lanny McDonald. He was my boyhood idol. I was a big Flames fan.

If you’re not watching sports on TV, what’s your favourite program to watch?

Right now I’m waiting for Game of Thrones to start up again. I was really into Breaking Bad and True Detective.

If there was one moment in sports history you could be present for/at the game, what would it be?

Berlin, 1936. Jesse Owens cleaning up at the Olympics in front of Adolf Hitler.

Who is your favourite person you’ve interviewed in your career, and why was it so interesting for you?

Brian Kilrea. He was the first person of importance I ever interviewed. I was green and very nervous. Killer knew it and had some fun with me. That’s a common story for young sports journalists in this town.

Steve Lloyd

What’s your favourite place to visit in Ottawa and why?

Hog’s Back park because my girls love it there.

What’s the most challenging part of interviewing sports celebrities?

Gaining trust. Getting them to relax and get out of autopilot is key.

You’ve participated in the Heel ‘n’ Wheel-a-thon and Gutsy Walk fundraisers in support of Crohn’s and Colitis research initiatives. Can you tell us a bit about your experience with these events?

These events are great. They raise much needed funds and awareness for the CCFC. Sherry Pang heads up the local chapter.

It’s always a pleasure working with her.

What makes you passionate about this particular cause?

I was diagnosed with Crohn’s when I was 21. I’ve had multiple surgeries and medication changes, but I’m able to lead a rela-

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TSN1200 Co-host In The Box

When and how did you get your first gig in radio broadcasting?

After university (Lakehead - History), I took the two year Radio and TV Broadcasting program at Algonquin College. My first paying gig involved covering the Oshawa Generals for a station in Ajax from the 1997 Memorial Cup in Hull. Upon graduating in 1998, I worked as a reporter for CFRA and a traffic and sports writer for CHEZ 106. My first full time job came in August of 1998. We launched Canada’s second all sports radio station (OSR 1200) on Labour Day, and the rest is history.

tively normal life. Many others aren’t as fortunate.

What do you think is the most challenging aspect of fighting Crohn’s and Colitis is, and how have you dealt with it personally?

Like anything else, your mental approach means a lot. Be smart enough to know when to take it easy, but don’t let the disease define you.

Are there any other charities or causes you are passionate about?

The Canadian Cancer Society and CHEO. What is your top priority in terms of personal goals to accomplish over the next year?

I’ve never believed in the “where do you want to be in 5 years?” thing. The only answer that really matters is “above ground and with my family.” @TSNSteveLloyd

90’s Teen Heart Throbs:

Then and Now

You had them on your bedroom walls and you swooned every time you popped their movies in the VCR or tuned in to their TV shows each week.

But where did your favourite ’90s teen heartthrobs go when you grew up?

Then

Jonathan Taylor Thomas made our little hearts swoon with delight as middle child Randy Taylor on the sitcom ‘Home Improvement.’ He was also the voice of Simba in ‘The Lion King.’

Then

Devon Sawa was everywhere, it seemed, starring in movies like ‘Casper,’ ‘Now and Then,’ ‘Little Giants,’ and ‘Wild America.’ The blonde-haired, blue-eyed Canadian cutie always played a heart-stealer.

Then

Mark-Paul Gosselaar was Zack Morris, the mischievous guy everyone wanted to date on ‘Saved by the Bell.’

Now

JTT (don’t act like you never called him that) still acts here and there, and recently reunited with his ‘Home Improvement’ co-star Tim Allen on the TV show ‘Last Man Standing.’

Now

Sawa kept on acting, popping up in movies like ‘Idle Hands’ and ‘SLC Punk.’ Today he stars on the CW series ‘Nikita.’

Now

Gosselaar went on to star in some made-for-TV movies before getting back into television proper, and currently stars on the TNT series ‘Franklin and Bash.’

You started playing hockey at a young age. What was it that fist got you interested in the sport, and where did you get your first big break?

My older brothers played hockey. My first big break was getting drafted first overall by the Smiths Falls Bears.

In an Ottawa Sun article last year, you stated that “the fun of sport [hockey], especially kids’ sports, is being sucked out of the game, especially in minor hockey.” Why do you think the fun of minor hockey isn’t what it used to be?

There is too much specialization in hockey as well as all sports. There’s also too much structured teaching going on and not enough playing on the outdoor rinks or road hockey. Ever since NHL salaries went public, people are having their kids play hockey for the wrong reasons.

You’ve often mentioned your love of outdoor rinks. Having grown up in Nepean, what is your favourite place to play hockey outdoors in Ottawa and why?

I grew up playing on the Meadow Lands and Brooklane outdoor rinks in Nepean.

My favourite rink now is my own backyard rink, nicknamed the York rink of dreams.

You often write very passionate and nostalgic articles about hockey. What makes you so passionate about the sport, and playing it in Ottawa, specifically?

The grass roots part of hockey is what I love most – watching kids play for the love of the game. There’s nothing better than putting the sticks in the middle of the ice on an outdoor rink and just having a game for fun with no refs, screaming parents and angry coaches.

Do you ever get to play hockey with your daughter, Alexandra, or two sons, Jack and Matthew? Do they share the same passion for hockey that you do?

I play occasionally out back on our rink, and my two boys and I sometimes drive out to other local outdoor rinks – like the Lakeview rink for a game. My daughter used to play and loves skating on the canal and having friends over on a Friday night to skate on the home rink.

What is your favourite memory playing for the Ottawa Senators?

The first year we made the playoffs as a franchise. I’ll never forget skating out to start the game with the crowd going nuts and the woo hoo towels waving like crazy.

It made the little hairs on the back of my neck stand up, and it was the loudest I had ever heard this crowd. It was pretty special to see and play for a team that had gone through some time as an expansion team and make the playoffs for the first time – I was very proud to be a part of that.

What NHL players inspired you when you were a kid?

Doug Wilson, Mike Bossy and Chico Resch.

What do you miss most about playing in the NHL? I miss the dressing room and being part of a team the most. The best thing about playing in the NHL is being able to play hockey at the highest level in the world and test yourself against the best in the world night in and night out. You really get to see what your made of mentally and physically.

What are your favourite aspects of being a sports journalist, either writing for the Sun or broadcasting on the Team 1200?

My favourite part is that it’s different from what I used to do, and that it’s a challenge to do something new. I was never a good public speaker in school, but I always enjoyed writing – getting out of your comfort zone is a good thing.

Jason York

TSN1200 Co-host In The Box and NHL Veteran

“Ever since NHL salaries went public, people are having their kids play hockey for the wrong reasons.”

If you could relive any one moment in your Junior A, AHL, or NHL hockey careers, what would it be and why?

Junior A Memorial Cup finals because we lost in double OT – would be nice to go back now and win it.

What do you think is the best lesson or value that kids get from playing hockey?

Hockey teaches a lot of great life lessons: the value of hard work, team work, commitment, leadership skills and sacrifice.

You’ve played in the NHL, done local radio and television broadcasting, been a regular columnist for the Ottawa Sun – what’s next for you and your family?

Not sure. I’m in a good place now – I’m enjoying my family, spending time with my kids and happy living here in a great city.

25 Most Intelligent Animals On Earth

2 Pigs

1

6 Dogs

Chimpanzees

9 Squirrels

10

Cats

15

Horses

16

Raccoons

20 Orangutans

21

Sea Lions

11

Owls

22 Baboons

Although most people wouldn’t typically associate extreme intelligence with animals, that is a bit of a misconception. While they are obviously not able to match the computational and meta cognitive power of the human brain there are certain things some animals specialize in for which their minds are uniquely adapted. In some ways you could say they are smarter (or more functional) than even humans at performing these tasks. These are the 25 most intelligent animals on Earth.

3

Bottlenose Dolphins

4

Parrots

7

Octopus

8

Elephants

5

Whales

12

Rats

13

Falcons

14

Rhesus Monkeys

17

Sheep

18

Crows

19

Pigeons

24

Spiders

25

Squids

23 Ants

Source: list25.com

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WHY WHY DO DOWE WE SAY SAY HELLO HELLO According to Wikipedia, a theory is that ‘hello’ is a contraction of ‘whole be thou’ or ‘hail thou’; some think that it predates the use of the telephone.

Curiously, it could just have been mutated into a greeting, from a previous ‘Hullo’ - to exclaim surprise - which is one of the definitions in the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Also, it has been written that the origin of “hello” links back to an inquiry about one’s health.

According to Wiki Health, the origin of hello could be related to “health” which seems to be a very common translation across many different languages. In French “salutaire” meaning “healthy”, in Russian “zdorovye” meaning “health” and in Mandarin Chinese “Ni hao ma?” translates to “are you well?”

WHY DO WE CALL IT A “TOAST” WHEN DRINKING At first thought, it seems that the tasty little toast we have with breakfast and a glass of wine or champagne have nothing in common.

However, it appears that they used to go hand in hand. According to answers.com, the term “toast” refers to an ancient Roman practice of putting a piece of spiced toast in a wine glass to reduce acidity.

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WHY DO DOWE WE SAY SAY WHY “KNOCK ON WOOD” “KNOCK ON WOOD” In old English folklore, “knocking on wood” referred to people telling secrets - they went into the woods to talk privately and “knocked” on the trees when they were talking. It was to hide their conversation from evil spirits who would be unable to hear when they knocked.

Another version states that the act of knocking was to perk up the spirits to make them work in their favour. Another version states that a sect of Monks, who wore large wooden crosses around their necks, would “knock” on them to ward away evil spirits.

WHY DO WE CALL DOLLARS “BUCKS” The most likely explanation why a dollar is called a buck is that the word buck was derived from the word buckskin. Buckskin was used for trade between Native Americans and Europeans in the days of the frontier, starting around 1748.

As the skin became less of a common medium for exchange, the word ‘buck’ was likely to have been adapted to describe the dollar currency, which had replaced it.

Source: Askmen.com, Wikipedia

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899 CENTRE STREET SW

EAT: AVEC

Currently on the top of the list by many Canadian foodies and reviewers is AVEC by Chef Darnell Japp. A narrow room that’s been fully renovated into an old-world/new-world bistro following years as other restaurants. Avec is true to its bistro roots with a wine list that leans to France and a menu that’s loaded and steak frites. It gives meaning to what “going out for dinner” should be.

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550 11 AVENUE SW

BAR WINE-OHS (upstairs) and Cellar (downstairs) boasts a bar and dining area

is the street-side cover for a basement that features not only

811 1 STREET SW

curated wine menu.

NIGHTCLUB HIFI

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the world such as Diplo.

219 10 AVENUE SW

MUST SEE CANADA WINTER PARK minutes from downtown Calgary is Olympic Park. Facilities and recreation area designed for year-round use by both high

lessons available for a variety of ski levels. In the summer months

88 CANADA OLYMPIC ROAD SW bikers.

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THIS IS THE FUTURE OF TECH

SUGAR - 3D printed sugar for use in six-star restaurants.

GOOGLE - launch of the most functionable and

GRAPHENE SENSORS - potentially can be used to

DISPOSABLE PAPER MICROSCOPE - developed to

insert into contact for night vision.

detect malaria and other common diseases anywhere.

wearable devices of the future for everyday use.

n i t s e t n a g l i e s h e d t l ca i g o l o n h c e t

THE CURRENT TABLE - generates electricity to

THE FOLDING WHEEL - can be collapsed for easier

recharge gadgets using process like photosynthesis.

storage and transport for wheelchair users.

PORTABLE ROUTER - allows internet connectivity

GEL TAGS - used to help indicate when food item has

in tough areas like Sub-Saharan Africa.

spoiled to replace “sell by” tags.

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Free delivery on orders over $600 Premade Panels | Iron | Chain link | PVC We will deliver as soon as spring hits - Perfect for the DIY homeowner Phone: 613.831.7236

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