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September 2012 events & Entertainment

Mary Kitchen pg. 17

4 Events around the GTA 11 Live Music in Toronto 13 2012 Mayor’s Cricket Festival 14 Calendar of Events 17 Mary Kitchen Takes Us Inside TIFF 20 TIFF Film Picks

Careers & Education

25 Ontario Institute of PMAC 26 Get a CMA Designation 28 Pre-Apprenticeship Training Institute

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31 Roof Maintenance with Mike Holmes 35 Baker Street Residences by Royal Park 36 Why a Mortgage Broker is a Better Deal

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43 Know Your Rights 44 Beware Wild West Car Dealerships

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46 The Biggest Health Myths

Food & Drink

49 Recipes 63 Tony Aspler’s Wine Picks 66 OTG Readers’ Wine Picks

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70 Savour Stratford 72 Unknown Roads: From Toronto to Windsor 75 Adventure in Aruba 77 Hike Haliburton Festival

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this illustrious event filled with movie stars, directors and industry buffs. The list of celebrities attending this year’s festival is a lengthy one; stars such as Ben Affleck, Robert DeNiro, Bradley Cooper, Johnny Depp, Bill Murray and Keira Knightley are just to name a few. So don’t be completely shocked when you recognize a face standing in line at your favourite coffee joint. There are many great films being presented this year and who am I to say which ones look better than others — you will have to judge that for yourself. For a complete listing of what is playing, show times or anything relating to TIFF visit www.tiff.net.

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Vegetarian Food Fair Friday Sept 7th, 2012 – Sunday Sept 9th, 2012 The annual Vegetarian Food Festival, hosted by the Toronto Vegetarian Association, is now entering its 28th year. Held at the Harbourfront Centre, this is an event not to be missed by all you veggies out there, especially because it’s totally free! Some highlights include free talks and cooking demonstrations from vegetarian experts and the opportunity to shop from over 100 vendors, local Toronto restaurants, bakeries and a farmers market. Guest speakers include John Pierre — a nutrition and fitness consultant who has devoted much of his time to helping to improve the lives of others through his expertise in healthy living, having also made an appearance on the Ellen DeGeneres show. The fair also features Terry Hope Romero, author and co-author of many bestselling vegan cookbooks; and Rich Roll, a graduate of Stanford University and Cornell Law School along with holding the title of being a world renowned vegan ultra-endurance athlete and wellness advocate. This event is a must if you have any interest in learning more about becoming a healthier eater or living a greener lifestyle. Check out their website for full schedule. www.festival.veg.ca Queen West Art Crawl Friday Sept 14th, 2012 – Sunday Sept 16th, 2012 What once was a one-day event has now turned into a weekend-long festival. The goal of the Queen West Art Crawl is to celebrate and promote the unique character, diversity and culture of Parkdale and Queen West. The event runs along Queen St. W from Bathurst to Roncesvalles. You can take part in a walking tour, stroll with a group or on your own to check out some cool innovative 6 www.onthego.to

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Molson Amphitheatre • Wednesday Sept. 12

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PKEW PKEW PKEW (gunshots) Rancho Relaxo • Friday Sept. 14

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Danforth Music Hall • Sunday Sept. 16

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Horseshoe Tavern • Friday Sept. 21

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Lee’s Palace • Monday Sept. 24 – Wednesday Sept. 26

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Thee Oh Sees + Ty Segall Hoxton • Wednesday Sept. 26

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Massey Hall • Saturday Sept. 29 Yonge & Dundas Square • Monday Oct. 1

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CRICKET WITH A CAUSE

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3rd Brampton Mayor’s Cricket Festival on September 15, 2012 3rd Mississauga Mayor’s Cricket Festival on September 30, 2012 Corporate Canada Cricket Club, a Not for Profit, is an enabling platform for the establishment and promotion of cricket in the Corporate Sector and Communities and as such it creates linkages between Cricket and the Community Services in partnership with the charity partners, Heart & Stroke Foundation and Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, and the presenting partner, CIBC. We foster partnerships with other cricket organizations and municipalities to produce joint events. The Objectives of the Mayors’ Cricket Festivals are as Follows: •• Create awareness for cricket infrastructure growth — new fields, indoor fields and flood lights, cricket programs through the community centers, and engagement of the corporate sector… •• Provide a platform to the charity partners, Heart & Stroke Foundation and Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, to showcase their programs and services to the communities in the Durham and Peel Regions, in general, and Ajax, Brampton, and Mississauga, in particular, and…

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Mary Kitchen Takes Us Inside The Toronto International Film Festival

As entertainment anchor of CityNews, Mary is known for her in-depth knowledge of all things fashion, music, television and film, keeping viewers on the pulse of the biggest entertainment happenings.

ary is a pro when it comes to covering the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), having interviewed A-list celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Clint Eastwood and Woody Allen. This year when TIFF takes over Toronto from September 6 to

16, CityNews will bring viewers closer to the action, with Mary reporting from the red carpet, gala screenings, and of course the hottest and most exclusive parties. On the Go sat down with Mary recently to chat about her TIFF memories and tips for covering one of North America’s biggest film festivals.

Describe a typical day for you during the festival. I always try to catch an early morning screening (with a cup of green tea). A quick visit to Hair on The Avenue in Yorkville for a blow-out while going over notes is also a must. I usually have several junkets or sit down interviews during the day and have had up to four red carpets in a day! I love it when a sit-down is in one of our city’s fabulous hotels. An interview at The Ritz usually means I can grab a bite. I love their lobster fish and chips! A day in the life of TIFF would of course not be complete without a festival party. The HELLO! Canada party is always great, and I cannot wait for The Shangri-La and Soho House to open. These will definitely be the TIFF hot spots this year. What was your best celebrity interview? There have been so many, but I’d have to say Woody Allen and www.onthego.to 17

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George Clooney are my favourite interviews. I loved talking with Woody about his experience working with neurotic actors on set … hilarious and ironic. This year I am thrilled that Philip Seymour Hoffman and Joaquin Phoenix are here with The Master. I’ve loved speaking with them in the past and look forward to interviewing them again … both of those guys can have a real conversation. When is the appropriate time to ask for an autograph or take a photo of a star? What’s the best way to approach the celebrity? In my job it’s never appropriate to ask for a picture or an autograph (unless the star asks because they want to tweet it). If you’re at a red carpet premiere, the big stars will almost always come out to talk to their fans and sign autographs, and they’re usually happy to see their loyal fans. What’s your favourite way to get a star comfortable chatting with you? I always like to talk about a scene they probably liked shooting in their film. I like to think my background as an actor helps me relate to actors I interview and their experiences. What is your favourite TIFF memory? I have a few! Mark Wahlberg helped me find my earring one year at a party. Bill Murray and 18 www.onthego.to

his family helped me get to my hotel room when I was locked out of the elevators with the wrong key. Also, Tilda Swinton was nervous one year and held my hand the entire interview! What celebrities and what movies are you most looking forward to seeing this year? This year I’m looking forward to seeing Javier Bardem, who is here for Sons of Clouds: The Last Colony and To the Wonder. For films, I’m excited to see the documentaries Shit Girls Say and West of Memphis. Argo and

Anna Karenina have great buzz. Bill Murray is also coming for Hyde Park on Hudson, and if I chat with him I plan on thanking him for his wonderful gesture last year (the elevator incident, see previous answer). Catch Mary’s TIFF coverage each weekday during the festival on CityNews at 5, 6 and 11pm on Citytv and CityNews Channel. Stay up-to-date on all of Mary’s celebrity interviews during TIFF by following her on Twitter @marykitchen.

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tiff picks

With over 30,000 minutes of film featured at this year’s festival, we’ve narrowed it down to 10 films you definitely won’t want to miss

Anna Karenina

Photo Courtesy of Alliance Films

Thursday, September 7, 6:00 p.m. | Elgin Theatre Joe Wright (Director), Keira Knightley, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jude Law, Domhall Gleeson, Matthew Macfadayen The third collaboration of Academy Award® nominee Keira Knightley with director Joe Wright, following the award-winning boxoffice successes “Pride & Prejudice” and “Atonement,” is the epic love story “Anna Karenina,” adapted from Leo Tolstoy’s classic novel by Academy Award® winner Tom Stoppard (“Shakespeare in Love”). The story unfolds in its original late-19th-century Russia high-society setting and powerfully explores the capacity for love that surges through the human heart, from the passion between adulterers to the bond between a mother and her children. As Anna (Ms. Knightley) questions her happiness, change comes to her family, friends, and community.

The Company You Keep

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Saturday, September 9, 9:30 p.m. | Roy Thomson Hall Robert Redford (Star & Director), Shia LaBeouf, Julie Christie, Sam Elliott, Anna Kendrick, Stanley Tucci, Nick Nolte, Chris Cooper, Richard Jenkins, Terrence Howard, Susan Sarandon Jim Grant (Robert Redford), a civil rights lawyer and single father, must go on the run when a brash young reporter (Shia LaBeouf) exposes his true identity as a former 1970s radical fugitive wanted for murder. Sparking a nationwide manhunt, Grant sets off on a cross-country journey to clear his name. Adapted from the novel “The Company You Keep” by Neil Gordon. This is Robert Redford’s 9th time directing a film, and his 66th starring role spanning an amazing 52 years of television and cinema!

Dredd 3D

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Thursday, September 7, 11:59 p.m. | Ryerson Theatre Pete Travis (Director), Alex Garland (Writer), Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby, Lena Headey Dredd, a futuristic cop combines the power of judge, jury and executioner in Mega City One, a massive city that stretches down the entire East coast of America. The endlessly inventive mind of writer Alex Garland (28 Days Later) and director Pete Travis bring the iconic masked police officer Dredd to life in this futuristic neo-noir action film. Filmed in 3D with stunning slow-motion photography sequences, the film returns the celebrated comic book anti-hero to his dark, violent and visceral roots.

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Hyde Park on Hudson

Thursday, September 7, 6:00 p.m. | Elgin Theatre Roger Michell (Director), Bill Murray, Laura Linney In June 1939, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt (Bill Murray) and his wife Eleanor (Olivia Williams) host the King and Queen of England (Samuel West and Olivia Colman) for a weekend at the Roosevelt home at Hyde Park on Hudson, in upstate New York. With Britain facing imminent war with Germany, the Royals are desperately looking to FDR for support. But international affairs must be juggled with the complexities of FDR’s domestic establishment, as wife, mother, and mistresses all conspire to make the royal weekend an unforgettable one.

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Looper

Thursday, September 7, 8:00 p.m. | Roy Thomson Hall Rian Johnson (Writer-Director), Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Emily Blunt, Bruce Willis In the futuristic action thriller LOOPER, time travel will be invented — but it will be illegal and only available on the black market. When the mob wants to get rid of someone, they will send their target 30 years into the past, where a “looper” — a hired gun, like Joe (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) — is waiting to mop up. Joe is getting rich and life is good … until the day the mob decides to “close the loop,” sending back Joe’s future self (Bruce Willis) for assassination.

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tiff picks

This year 4,143 films were submitted to TIFF… Clearly the organizers had their hands full. 372 films were selected, 93% of which are premieres. Dat’s a lotta flicks!

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

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Friday, September 8, 6:15 p.m. | Ryerson Theatre Stephen Chbosky (driector), Logan Lerman, Ezra Miller, Emma Watson, Paul Rudd, Dylan McDermott, Joan Cusack Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen Chbosky, “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” is a modern classic that captures the dizzying highs and crushing lows of growing up. The film is a moving tale of love, loss, fear, hope and the unforgettable friends who help us through life. Its main character, Charlie, is an introvert freshman taken under the wings of two seniors who welcome him to the real world — the world of sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show; it’s a powerful and poignant tale of what it’s like standing on the fringes of life.

The Place Beyond the Pines

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Friday, September 7, 6:00 p.m. | Princess of Wales Theatre Derek Cianfrance (Writer-Director), Ryan Gosling, Rose Byrne, Eva Mendes, Bradley Cooper, Ray Liotta, Emory Cohen, Dane DeHaan Luke (Ryan Gosling) is a professional motorcycle rider who turns to bank robberies to support his newborn son. But when he crosses paths with a rookie police officer (Bradley Cooper), their violent confrontation spirals into a tense generational feud. “The Place Beyond the Pines” is a rich dramatic thriller, tracing the intersecting lives of fathers and sons, cops and robbers, heroes and villains. This is Derek Cianfrance’s latest feature film since directing the heart-wrenching drama, “Blue Valentine,” starring Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams in 2010.

Song For Marion

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Saturday, September 15, 6:00 p.m. | Elgin Theatre Paul Andrew Williams (Director), Terence Stamp, Vanessa Redgrave, Gemma Arterton, Christopher Eccleston A feel-good, heart-warming story about how music can inspire you. “Song For Marion” stars Terence Stamp as Arthur, a grumpy pensioner who can’t understand why his wife Marion (Vanessa Redgrave) would want to embarrass herself singing silly songs with her unconventional local choir. But choir director Elizabeth (Gemma Arterton) sees something special in the reluctant Arthur and refuses to give up on him. As she coaxes him out of his shell, Arthur realizes that it is never too late to change.

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The Iceman

Monday, September 10, 10:00 p.m. | Princess of Wales Theatre Ariel Vromen (director), Michael Shannon, Chris Evans, Winona Ryder, Ray Liotta, James Franco, David Schwimmer, Stephen Dorff The Iceman is the true story of Richard Kuklinski: loving husband, devoted father, ruthless killer. He is believed to have killed more than 250 people between 1954 and 1985 as a mob hitman and off-hours serial killer. But while Kuklinski devoted much of his life to administering death, he had another life as well, with a devoted family who knew nothing of his activities until his arrest and final incarceration in 1986.

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The Impossible

Saturday, September 9 , 9:00 p.m. | Princess of Wales Theatre Juan Antonio Bayona (writer-director), Ewan McGregor, Naomi Watts, Tom Holland, Samuel Joslin, Oaklee Pendergast Based on a true story, “The Impossible” is the unforgettable account of a family caught in the mayhem of one of the worst natural catastrophes of our time — the Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004. True-life terror is tempered by the unexpected displays of compassion and simple kindness this family encounters during the darkest hours of their lives Only the second film made using 3-D sound technology “The Impossible” offers a terrifyingly immersive vision of disaster.

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Get Ahead with a Professional Designation Tips from the Ontario Institute of PMAC

In a turbulent economy and demanding market, it can be hard to stand apart from the crowd and be recognized for the value you bring to your organization. Attaining a professional designation is one of the highest achievements in any field, and of significant benefit to your career. A designation indicates to the professional world that its holder is the cream of the crop. In the field of supply chain management — where professionals manage procurement, logistics and operations, the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation ensures you stay up-todate on the latest trends and best practices to position you and your company for a successful future. With a professional designation like the Certified SCMP, you put yourself on the path to success by: Completion of a Rigorous Academic Program • To attain your designation you must complete a thorough academic program that prepares you for success in senior roles and have relevant in-field work experience. Companies are seeking employees that are engaged in their field and interested in learning more about industry trends and innovations. Ongoing professional competence • To maintain your designation you must continually update your knowledge and skill set. This ensures your employer has highly trained, enthusiastic professionals who are ready to drive profitability and bottom line results. By dedicating yourself to continuous learning you show a commitment to your profession that your employer will reward. Association • A component of maintaining your designation is membership with the association. Membership provides you with added value, including resources, latest news and cost savings while allowing you to make valuable professional links through networking. It also shows your commitment to abiding and upholding a strict For more information about code of ethics, which instills public trust and enhances professional the supply chain profession, credibility among employers and the business community. or to enroll in one of OIPMAC’s education programs, please Career Growth • Since designation holders possess the skills, visit the Institute online at knowledge and experiences valued by employers, you greatly www.go.oipmac.ca, or call improve your career prospects. A 2011 salary survey conducted by the them at 416-977-7566, Purchasing Management Association of Canada and Purchasing B2B toll-free 1-877-726-6968. magazine found that Certified SCMPs earned 15% more per year than their counterparts without the designation. Imagine how much that can add up over the course of your career. Choosing to pursue your designation puts you and your employer on the path to success. Make a strategic career move and begin your pursuit of the Certified SCMP today.

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Create Possibilities For Your Career Check Out the CMA Designation

Who is a CMA? Certified Management Accountants™ (CMAs) are strategic and financial management professionals with a holistic business perspective combining accounting, management and strategy. CMAs are big picture thinkers who do more than just measure value, they create it. They take on today’s business challenges, applying creative ideas to position organizations for success. CMAs provide leadership, innovation and an integrating perspective to organizational decision-making in businesses of all sizes and in all industry sectors. A CMA is your competitive advantage. With unlimited advancement and earning potential, the CMA designation offers you limitless growth potential in your career. CMAs hold leadership positions, earn highly competitive salaries and have increasingly diverse careers, while working in the global 26 www.onthego.to

marketplace. CMAs hold a range of positions, including senior financial executive roles such as Presidents, CEOs, CFOs, Directors, Controllers, Accountants and Partners. As a CMA, you have diverse career options available to you, letting you develop your career as you choose. With positions across all business areas, CMAs work across a wide array of business functions, including accounting and finance, sales and marketing, operations, strategic planning and analysis, information technology and human resources. How do I become a CMA? The CMA accreditation process is designed specifically to support the contemporary role of the CMA as a financial and strategic management professional. There are three distinct steps to earning the CMA designation: 1. Graduate with a bachelor’s degree (or higher) and complete the CMA prerequisite courses. 2. Pass the CMA Entrance Examination. This examination is a 4-hour multiple choice exam focused mainly on management accounting, financial accounting, corporate finance, and corporate tax with some coverage of other related business courses. 3. Complete CMA Canada’s unique management development program, the CMA Strategic Leadership Program, while gaining concurrent practical experience

in a management accounting environment. This innovative two-year program focuses on the best of contemporary and emerging strategic management and management accounting practices while developing the communication, interpersonal, leadership and problem-solving skills essential for today’s management professional.

tudents must also write and pass the 4-hour CMA Case Exam after year 1 of the CMA Strategic Leadership Program. At the end of year 2, candidates will be assigned to teams in order to complete the program’s final evaluation component, the CMA Board Report and Presentation. This dynamic project is the ultimate test of candidates’ CMA competencies and brings the program’s many facets together for a comprehensive application and a truly memorable learning experience. In addition, 24 months of practical experience in a management accounting environment, concurrent with the Strategic Leadership Program, is an essential component in the process of becoming a CMA. This Practical Experience Requirement provides assurance that candidates have demonstrated their competencies in the profession of management accounting.

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PAT Institute Receives National Attention The Pre-Apprenticeship Training (PAT) Institute and industry partner the Ontario Electrical League (OEL) received national attention for a community initiative: a community summer camp program designed to give young adults an introduction into trades.

alter Pamic, Co-Founder of Power–Tek Electrical Services and OEL Board Member, was invited to meet with Prime Minister Stephen Harper to discuss barriers in the trade and other outreach initiatives. They also discussed how “organizations such as OEL and Pre-Apprenticeship Training Institute launched a new joint program dedicated to turning out qualified new entries for apprentices” by working with communities to introduce the skilled trades as a viable career option. As OEL President Stephen Sell explains, “there is a much greater skill set that the industry expects for those looking to begin an apprenticeship and PAT Institute’s training programs are designed around industry safety 28 www.onthego.to

and skill expectations. Their graduates meet and exceed these industry expectations.” With youth unemployment at twice the national average, Merit Ontario has also taken a leadership role in connecting people with industry to promote positive outcomes for young adults. Rui Cunha, Director of Operation for PAT, mentions, “our partnership with OEL and Merit Ontario allows us the ability to connect with the community. PAT has

been involved in community initiatives for years, not only because of the demand for skilled trade professionals but also because it is the right thing to do.” Merit Ontario President Frank Viti notes that “Merit has searched out the most reputable trainer who has experience working with entry level candidates and the PAT Institute is that trainer. Their reputation is not only built on their commitment to student

“I’m a licensed electrician; I make a very good living and love what I do. I enrolled in pre-apprenticeship training and in two weeks after graduating from PAT Institute, I was able to get a job through the Merit job board after years of trying on my own.” – Jason Sanders, Pre-Apprenticeship Training Institute Graduate 2008 excellence but also their great work in the community to provide under represented individuals access to the skilled trades. This reputation is also based on the fact that PAT graduates represent the highest number of apprentices hired on the Merit Ontario job

board (www.4openshop.ca) in many skilled trades: Electrical, Plumbing, Network Cabling and HVAC. This is very important as we are now able to connect our employers with well trained future apprentices who are vital to the future success of the industry and community as well.”

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Keeping The Roof Over Your Head

By Mike Holmes

Every house has a roof, and every roof sooner or later, will need repair or replacing.

t’s out there every day, for years — expanding, contracting, drying, cracking, deteriorating, and aging. Even if you have shingles with a 25-year guarantee, their lifespan can be reduced by climate, geography and roof design.

Signs of damage • Torn, curled or missing shingles. • Wear around chimneys and vent stacks. • Excessive amounts of shingle granules in your gutters. You could have a leaking roof for years and not know it. In this age of vapour barrier, it’s possible for the plastic sheet in the attic to hold small amounts of water without soaking through the ceiling drywall. In the meantime, this water can cause mould and dry rot in the attic. At least every couple of years, hire a professional for an up close and personal roof inspection. There’s more to roofing than just shingles and nails. Roofing contractors understand decks, proper airflow and venting, flashing, ice and water shield, installation and — most important — safety. A good roofer will use fall arrest safety equipment. www.onthego.to 31

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When hiring a roofing contractor, ask the right questions: 1. Is your roofing team fulltime staff or sub-contractors? Think about it — a good roofing company invests in their workers. They train them and keep them if they’re skilled. 2. Are they insured? Bonded? Licensed? 3. Do they offer a written guarantee on workmanship? It’s not the same thing as the guarantee on the shingles. 4. How long have they been in business? Did you check their references? (Or did you find a flyer in your mailbox?) 5. Do they promise a thorough site clean up? Do they lay down tarp to protect your landscaping and paths? How long will the job take? Will they protect your home with a tarp if the job takes more than one day?

ou might need a permit to re-roof. Don’t take anyone’s word for it. Call your local building authority. And while you’re at it, ask how many layers of shingles you can have. Two layers is usually the maximum. But I always recommend never having more than one layer. Shingles are heavy. Extra layers put a big load on your roof’s structure. In fact, that guarantee on your shingles is

often void if it’s placed on top of existing shingles. Also, read the terms of the manufacturer’s warranty. It often requires hanging onto the packaging wrap your shingles came in. I would strip the roof down to the decking, replace any weak or rotten boards, add new water and ice shield over the entire roof — not just the roof edges — then replace with new, high-quality shingles. It’s best to install shingles in warm weather because they get brittle in cold temperatures and can crack. But as long as it’s not below freezing, they can be installed year round. It makes more sense to repair the roof now rather than wait until spring — a lot of damage can happen over the winter.

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Baker Street Residences The Allen Road and Eglinton community has a proud new addition to add to its growing list of neighbourhood attractions — The Baker Street Residences by Royalpark.

ocated in an established, familyfriendly neighbourhood just north of Eglinton and west of Marlee Ave., this private enclave of European inspired residences is steps to the extensive Walter Saunders Memorial Park. Here you can relax on one of the many park benches in the cool shade of a tree while the kids enjoy themselves on the swings or going down a slide in the well-equipped playground. For the more adventurous there is a child-friendly rock wall and when they get hot after all this activity they can cool off in the summer under a fountain in the splash pad zone. Connected to the park and running behind The Baker Street Residences is a meandering trail system for you to explore, whether it be on foot or on bike. The homes themselves also offer a great deal of outdoor living space. With spacious rooftop decks and walk out patios to enjoy entertaining or just relaxing with a book and a caffè. Extensive outdoor landscaping enhances the attractive stone and brick exterior façades. Surrounding the homes are lush plantings of shrubberies and trees, colourful perennials, exotic looking grasses and pathways of cobblestone and paving stones. There are even bicycle racks that were designed to not only be functional but aesthetically pleasing. The interiors of the homes reflect the same sensitivity to light and surroundings with airy, open concept floorplans. The sunny main floor features a cozy breakfast nook, European style

kitchen and convenient powder room. While upstairs there is a washer/dryer and the master bedroom is highlighted by large closet, direct access to a full bathroom and walkout to a private deck. Complimenting all the outdoor living and surrounding greener of The Baker Street Residences, environmentally conscience homeowners will appreciate the easy access to TTC and that the subway is walking distance from their homes. Actually every possible amenity you need is conveniently nearby. There is an abundance of shopping, dining, spas and entertainment to be found here including the upscale Yorkdale Mall. If you do feel the need to own a car, out of sight, underground parking is included with every home, along with a locker for extra storage needs. There is even a handy car washing facility conveniently available for residence’s use. This is an excellent opportunity to own a 1 or 2 bedroom home in a superb, established community with homes attractively priced from the low $200’s. Royalpark’s solid reputation for innovation and quality craftsmanship gives you the peace-of-mind that your home will be one you can enjoy living in today and tomorrow.

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Why a Mortgage Broker is a Better Deal – For You! Whether it’s your first time or your fifth time, shopping for a mortgage can often be confusing and even frustrating. Besides, who really has the time to research and compare mortgage lenders to ensure the best deal? Then there are all those crazy terms and acronyms — beacon scores, LTVs, IRDs and porting — it can make your head spin! Isn’t there an easier way?

here is indeed, and that’s where the expert care of a licensed mortgage Broker can be the life saver you’re looking for. Mortgage Brokers work for you, so they can offer more options than any one mortgage lender. Plus mortgage lenders — like MCAP — only work with brokers who have been thoroughly vetted and have a valid broker licence. They not only help find the best deal for you, they stay at your side every step of the way. There are four main advantages to using a mortgage broker: choice, advice, service and savings. Choice: Only mortgage Brokers can provide the wide range of mortgage products from various lenders to meet your specific financial needs. Advice: Mortgage Brokers offer alternatives in selecting a mortgage product and other financial services that are best suited for your situation.

Savings: Mortgage Brokers save you money by providing — on average — lower interest rates. According to a study* conducted by the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals, home owners who renewed or renegotiated with a mortgage Broker reported an average rate decrease of 1.4% compared with 1.0% among all renewers. These four reasons are also why mortgage lenders like MCAP work solely through a national network of trained professional mortgage Brokers. MCAP and other independent mortgage lenders know that a mortgage Broker will help make a home purchase or renewed mortgage a positive experience for everyone. If you’re thinking about buying your first home, looking to renew your current mortgage or are curious if there is a better deal out there for your current mortgage, talk to a licensed mortgage Broker today and find out what they can do for you!

Service: Mortgage Brokers work with your schedule and are there with you from the first meeting to the final close.

*CAAMP January 2011 study – Canadian Mortgage Channel: Industry Perceptions Consumer and Broker

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Reptiles as Pets By Jen Mitchell and Laura Ducharme

The amount of reptiles that are being kept as pets in North America is rising. But before anyone goes off to see the lizard, they should be aware that reptiles are not highly adaptable to captive conditions, and they’re not low maintenance, inexpensive pets either. They have specific housing and environmental needs — space, heat, and light must be just right in order for them to thrive in captivity.

t’s important to create natural environments for a reptile’s complex movements such as running, jumping, hiding, burrowing and swimming. Proper hygiene and nutrition are also very important. For example, although snakes may only need to eat once a week, lizards need to eat twice a day. Their high protein diet also needs a balance of veggies and supplements like calcium and vitamin D. Reptiles can live to be 20 years old, so after a year or two when your kids are bored of them or Junior has moved out, guess who may be cuddling the charming and now 6 foot long snake? So you may ask — why would anyone have a reptile as a pet? Laura’s friend’s son Brandon loves his Ball Python, aptly named “Baller”. He buys dead, frozen, fuzzy mice from the pet store then warms them up with a hair dryer prior to feeding so that Baller can have the sensation that they are warm and alive. That’s so sweet … and slightly horrifying! He chose the ball python, a species originally from Africa, because they are worshiped as a god in African mythology. The ball python symbolizes earth. Some people are not fond of rep-

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tiles and have Herpetophobia — fear of reptiles. Whereas Ophidiomaniacs — those with a love of reptiles — will tell you that turtles, frogs, lizards and snakes can be cute and cuddly too. Take the Bearded Dragon for example. They have been known to communicate emotionally with their eyes and give kisses with a lick of their tongue on your cheek. And you can’t drape a Saint Bernard around your neck like you can a pretty python. Kids can love frogs as much as they do cats. Turtles are fun pets too; who knew you could line up your red ear sliders and watch them go like a day at the races! Reptile owners say that it’s the way their pet feels and looks as well as the emotional bond to them that draws them in. There’s a woman here in Toronto that talks to her pet lizard in a high pitched cute voice, as if it was a fluffy white Persian kitten. Lots of love there! If you do decide that a reptile is the perfect pet for your family, please be mindful before you take the plunge. You wouldn’t get a dog from a puppy mill so don’t get your reptile from a wildcaught pet trader. Do your research and get one that is captive bred. Or better yet rescue one from a Reptile Rescue group. There are several in Canada.

Jen Mitchell is a local television producer and director with a specialty in pet related programming. Check out her popular website www.mydogsbreakfast.com. You can contact her at jenmitchells@gmail.com Laura Ducharme is an entrepreneur and host of the television show Fido & Wine on the Pet Network. She can be reached at laura@2sense.ca

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HAVE YOU HAD A TRIP, SLIP OR FALL? KNOW YOUR RIGHTS… People are unfortunately injured everyday, crossing the street, walking in the mall or store, entertaining with friends at a club. In each case, you may be entitled to be compensated for your losses as a result of any injuries you sustained. As the injured person, you have rights that need protecting within the time limits permitted by law. At this point, it would be in your best interest to hire a trained professional lawyer to help you obtain the maximum compensation for your losses. Joseph Rizzotto and his team of professionals at the Rizzotto Law Firm have over 25 years of experience in dealing with complex injury cases and will help you recover and receive the support you deserve. They really care about your needs and rights. Joseph Rizzotto, (B.A. [Hons], M.A., LL.B., LL.M.) answers some common personal injury questions below, shedding some light on your rights. Q: I was at the grocery store and slipped on spilled liquid that was not cleaned up. What are my rights? The liquid obviously should not have been on the floor. The store has an obligation to keep its premises safe and avoid any situation of danger. It should have cleaned the floor and posted some type of warning sign to its customers. It is therefore negligent or at fault. As your lawyers, we will help you prove that the store is at fault. As a result, the store or its insurance company is responsible to compensate you for medical treatments you need, your loss of enjoyment, your pain and suffering, your out of pocket expenses and any loss of earnings. Q: As I reached for the pop bottle, the entire stack of bottles fell on my head. Do I have any recourse? The bottles were clearly improperly stacked and not secured. Therefore, the store created a dangerous

situation. This resulted in you sustaining significant bodily injuries. The store will suggest that you caused or contributed to the incident. With our experienced advise and assistance we will prove that the store created this situation and was negligent. Once this is accomplished, we will obtain compensation for you from the store or its insurer for your losses and pain and suffering. Q: I was walking on the sidewalk and tripped on a crack in the cement. Can I pursue the City for compensation? The crack in the sidewalk or the unevenness in the sidewalk has to be significant enough for you to seek relief from the City or its insurer. A very small crack or an uneven sidewalk barely visible to the naked eye will not result in any relief for you. Municipalities are traditionally tough adversaries. You have to prove everything to them to be successful

“It is important to hire someone that will carefully review and research each case individually in order that the appropriate action is taken quickly and is effective. Knowledge is the key.” — Joseph Rizzotto in seeking compensation. As your lawyers, we will guide you towards proving that the City was negligent and that you deserve compensation for your pain and suffering and losses. www.onthego.to 43

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the biggest health myths By Michelle Betts

The weather’s getting colder and it’s time for fall. The Toronto International Film Festival is this month; there will be lots of great films to view … as well as the beautiful actors with their Hollywood bodies. This month I wanted to address the biggest Myths on health, so you can feel good and have the confidence as all those actors do on-screen. Myth #1: I CAN’T EAT CARBS This myth is the absolute worst. Carbohydrates are your body’s prime source for energy. If you avoid carbs all together you will be tired and your body will start feeding on other storages. Instead of avoiding carbs, I suggest limiting your carbs and opting for good, healthy carbs. An easy rule of thumb, don’t eat white carbs. A few examples would be to eat a piece of whole wheat bread over sourdough, brown rice over white, and a small sweet potato over a traditional potato. Also remember portion control, have a small serving with your meal. Myth #2: IF I DON’T EAT, I’LL LOSE WEIGHT This is so far from true. Whenever I hear someone tell me they aren’t really eating because they are trying to lose weight I want to shake them. The way to really lose weight is to eat small portions throughout the day. Meaning, eat small and healthy frequently. By doing this, it keeps your metabolism up and you burn more calories, not to mention you are never hungry so you don’t over in46 www.onthego.to

dulge. If you go long periods of time with no nutrition your body, once again, goes into the wrong storages to find energy. When you finally do eat, you store it as fat and lower your metabolism.

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Myth #3: ALL I NEED TO DO IS CARDIO OK, yes, you do need to incorporate cardiovascular work in your fitness regimen to lose weight, however you do not need to be on a cardio machine for an hour. If you incorporate resistance training, with weights, you will lose weight faster than just performing cardio. When you work with weights you build muscle which in return, burns fat faster and raises your metabolism. Working with light weights also keeps you looking lean and toned. Whether you want to look like the actors you will be seeing this month on the big screen at the film festival, trying to lose some weight, or just looking to improve your health, don’t be fooled by these common myths. Follow these simple tips to feel and look your best this fall.

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Refuel Refuel your vehicle with ethanol or biodiesel produced sustainably with local grain.

Ethanol is made from corn starch in Ontario. 30% of corn (protein and fat) goes back to feeding livestock. Oil is extracted from soybeans for biodiesel. 80% of the soybean (high-protein meal) is used as feed.

By substituting 10% ethanol in regular gasoline, farmers reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2.3 million tonnes each year – equivalent to taking almost 440,000 cars off the road. Soybean biodiesel is more energy efficient and GHG balanced than corn ethanol.

All Ontario Veggie & Beef Noodle Bowl COOKING DIRECTIONS: Preparation Time: 13 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes, Serves 4 • 12 oz (375 g) Ontario corn fed marinating steak • 3 tbsp (45 mL) cornstarch • 2 tbsp (25 mL) soy sauce • 1 tsp (5 mL) finely minced gingerroot • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 8 oz (250 g) Ontario Durum wheat noodles • 3 cups (750 mL) sodium-reduced beef stock • 3 tbsp (45 mL) oyster-flavoured sauce • 2 cups (500 mL) thinly sliced Ontario cabbage • 2 cups (500 mL) sliced Ontario white button or crimini mushrooms • 3 Ontario carrots, thinly sliced diagonally • 1 cup (250 mL) frozen corn, thawed • 1 tbsp (15 mL) red wine vinegar • 2 green onions, thinly sliced Slice beef into thin strips In bowl, combine beef, 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the cornstarch, the soy sauce, ginger and garlic; set aside In heatproof bowl, cover rice noodles with boiling Water; soak for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and divide among serving bowls. In large saucepan or wok, bring stock and oyster flavoured sauce to boil. Stir in beef; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Add cabbage, mushrooms and carrots; return to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes Add corn; increase heat to high and bring to boil. In small bowl, whisk remaining cornstarch with 2 tbsp (25 mL) water; stir into saucepan and simmer for 2 minutes or until glossy and slightly thickened and vegetables are tender Stir in vinegar. Ladle soup over noodles; sprinkle with green onions. Drizzle soy oil over finished dish for a gourmet taste.

Nutritional Information : 1 Serving: PROTEIN: 26 grams FAT: 7 grams CARBOHYDRATES: 73grams CALORIES: 460 HIGH SOURCE OF FIBRE Recipe: http://ontariocornfedbeef.com/ recipe-center/veggie-beefnoodle

panini contest We love Panini because they are easy to make and enjoy! Whether it’s an upgraded lunch or a quick supper, all it takes is some bread and a couple of your favourite ingredients to make a satisfying meal that your whole family will love. Share a personal photo of your favourite Panini made with Mastro or San Daniele products for your chance to win one of 10 panini presses.

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mastro quesadilla ingredients

1 Tbsp Mastro Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Tortillas – 6" 2 Tbsp Roasted Red Pepper Aioli (See recipe below) 2 slices Mastro Prosciutto Cotto 4 slices Provolone cheese (100g) 4 slices Mastro Calabrese or Genoa Hot Salami 4 slices Mastro Napoli Salami 4 slices San Daniele Smoked Prosciutto ½ small red onion, sliced and sautéed 3. Brown the tortillas on one side ½ zucchini, sliced and sautéed only. Transfer onto a clean table top with the uncooked side up. 4. On one tortilla, spread the directions aioli, then layer the remainder of 1. Preheat the oven to 360°F. the ingredients on top. 2. Heat up olive oil in an 8" 5. Place the second tortilla on frying pan at moderate heat.

Roasted Red Pepper Aioli ingredients ½ cup Mayonnaise 2 cloves Garlic 2 Red Peppers (roasted) Lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste

directions 1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor or with an immersion blender. 2. Keep refrigerated until use.

caprese panini ingredients 1 Calabrese Bun 6 thin slices Mastro Genoa Salami 2 medium sized Bufala mozzarella or Bocconcini, sliced or torn 2 leaves of basil, thinly sliced 1 medium sized tomato, sliced 1 Tbsp Pesto Drizzle Mastro Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions 1. Slice Calabrese bun in half, lengthwise. Spread a thin layer of

top, browned side up. 6. Bake the quesadilla in the oven until the cheese melts. 7. Cut the quesadilla in quarters and serve.

pesto on bottom half. 2. Layer Sopressata, Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil on top of pesto. 3. Drizzle with olive oil, top with other half of the bun and enjoy!

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Sweet & Spicy Chops with Apples

Yield: Serves 4 • Preparation Time: 10 minutes • Cooking Time: 10 to 12 minutes

ingredients

4 Ontario pork loin centre chops, boneless ¼ cup (50 mL) EACH: Dijon mustard, brown sugar 2 Tbsp (30 mL) EACH: apple juice, Worcestershire sauce 4 tart apples, cored and sliced into ½-inch (1.25 cm) thick slices

directions 1. Place pork chops in a large zip-lock plastic bag. Combine mustard, sugar, apple juice and Worcestershire sauce. Reserve 2 Tbsp (30 mL) of this mixture and pour the rest over the pork chops.

Seal bag; marinate in refrigerator 4 to 24 hours. Remove pork from marinade (discard marinade). Brush apples with reserved 2 Tbsp (30 mL) marinade. 2. a) On the BBQ: Preheat barbecue on high; reduce heat to medium. Grill chops about 5–6 minutes per side. Grill apple slices about 4–5 minutes per side. b) In the Oven: Place pork chops in a shallow, non-stick pan and top with apple slices. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40–50 minutes, or until tender. Serve with grilled apple slices, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Pork Nuggets

Yield: serves 4 • Preparation Time: 5 min (+ marinating time) • Cooking Time: 20–25 min

ingredients

1 lb (500 g) Ontario pork tenderloin, or loin centre chops ½ cup (125 mL) orange marmalade or apricot jam 2 Tbsp (30 mL) soya sauce ½ tsp (2 mL) ground ginger ¼ tsp (1 mL) garlic powder 1½ cups (375 mL) corn flakes Cooking spray

directions 1. Cut pork into small chunks. In a large zip-lock plastic bag, combine marmalade or jam, soya sauce, ginger, garlic, and the pork pieces. 2. Gently massage the bag and

refrigerate for 1 hour or more. Meanwhile, in a separate zip-lock plastic bag, add the corn flakes; close top and crush until fine crumbs form. 3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove pork from marinade (discard excess marinade). Coat pork

in the crushed cereal crumbs and place on a foil-lined baking tray coated with cooking spray. Bake in oven for 10 minutes, turn over and bake for another 10–15 minutes or until no pink remains. Serve with plum sauce or ranch dip, and raw veggies.

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Mushroom and Jarlsberg® CrostinI

Marinated Jarlsberg® with Fruit and Nuts

ingredients

4 slices country bread ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for brushing 1 clove garlic 2 Tbsp pine nuts, toasted 1½ cups mushrooms 1 shallot, finely chopped 3 Tbsp finely chopped chives 4 slices Jarlsberg® salt and pepper

1 cup (200 ml) mild vegetable oil 1 Tbsp fennel seeds 1 Tbsp black peppercorns Peel of one orange, sliced into long strips ¼ cup (50 g) dried apricots ¼ cup (50 g) dried figs ¼ cup (50 g) dried cranberries 1¾ cups (400 g) Jarlsberg®, diced ¼ cup (50 g) roasted walnuts ¼ cup (50 g) pistachios

directions

Brush bread slices with olive oil, and toast under a low broiler until golden. Rub toasts with the garlic clove; put aside. Sauté mushrooms and shallot in oil for about 8 minutes, or until mushrooms are starting to brown. Season with salt and pepper; mix in pine nuts and chives. Spoon mushroom mixture onto crisp toasts, top each toast with a slice of Jarlsberg®, and broil until cheese is melted and bubbling. Serves 4.

Heat oil slowly with fennel seeds, peppercorns and orange peel; fry gently for about 30 minutes. Cut apricots and figs into rough pieces and add with cranberries to the warm oil. Fry gently until fruits are tender, about another 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature, and add Jarlsberg® pieces and nuts. Transfer to an airtight jar, and top up with additional oil if desired. Serves 4.

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Antipasto Relish This Italian-style vegetable relish has all the delicious flavour of commercial antipasto. It uses a high acid ingredient combination that can be processed safely in a boiling water canner. 6 cups (1500ml) prepared tomatoes, 7-8 medium 3 sweet peppers (1 red; 1 green; 1 yellow), chopped 2 carrots, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 1 large onion, coarsely chopped

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3/4 cups (425 ml) white vinegar cup (250 ml) packed brown sugar tbsp (25 ml) pickling salt cloves garlic, minced tbsp (15 ml) dried oregano whole peppercorns bay leaves

• Place 6 clean 250 ml mason jars on a rack in a boiling water canner; cover jars with water and heat to a simmer (180°F/82°C). Set screw bands aside. Heat SNAP LID® sealing discs in hot water, not boiling (180°F/82°C). Keep jars and sealing discs hot until ready to use. • Blanch, peel and coarsely chop tomatoes. Measure 6 cups (1500 ml); set aside. • Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and oregano in a large stainless steel; saucepan. Tie peppercorns and bay leaves in a large square of cheesecloth, creating a spice bag. Add spice bag to saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stir in tomatoes, peppers, carrots, celery, and onion. Boil gently, stirring frequently, 1 hour. Discard spice bag. • Ladle relish into a hot jar to within 1/2 inch (1 cm) of top of jar (headspace). Using nonmetallic utensil, remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if required, by adding more relish. Wipe jar rim removing any food residue. Centre hot sealing disc on clean jar rim. Screw band down until resistance is met, then increase to fingertip tight. Return filled jar to rack in canner. Repeat for remaining relish. • For complete recipe visit www.bernardin.ca

For more great recipes and ideas on home canning, visit our website at www.bernardin.ca or call 1-888-430-4231

KAMUT® Khorasan Wheat

Produced with passion & fairness for the health of future generations. The KAMUT® trademark ensures the high quality standard of pure, organically grown, ancient Khorasan Wheat. It’s ideal for people with modern wheat sensitivity & suitable for a wide variety of delicious products. Kamut® is a trademark of Kamut International ltd

Visit us online at www.KAMUT.com to learn more.

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Kamut® Apple Strudel ingredients Filling: 1 quart apple slices ¾ cup sugar 2 Tbsp butter Cinnamon to taste

Pastry:

2½ cups Kamut® flour 1 Tbsp sugar ½ tsp salt 1 cup butter ⅔ cup milk 1 egg yolk

directions Mix together apple filling ingredients, set aside. Combine

pastry ingredients by hand until a dough is formed. Roll out half of dough onto a cookie sheet and spread apple filling mixture over it. Roll out remaining half of dough and cover apples. Slightly

beat egg white and brush on top. Sprinkle with sugar and roll edge to prevent spilling over. Poke holes in dough to allow steam to escape. Bake at 400°F until brown on top, about half an hour.

Japanese Noodle Salad ingredients

1 454 g package Artesian Acres Kamut Capellini 1 cup edamame, cooked and cooled 3 cups vegetables, julienned (carrots, cucumber, snow peas, red pepper) 1 Tbsp black and white sesame seeds

dressing

1 Tbsp ginger, grated 1 tsp sesame oil 3 Tbsp grapeseed oil or vegetable oil

1 lemon, juiced ⅓ cup rice vinegar ⅓ cup tamari or soy sauce 3 Tbsp mirin (sweet cooking wine) directions 1 Tbsp sugar or maple syrup Cook the Kamut Capellini ⅓ cup miso soup or chicken broth according to package

instructions. Rinse with cold water and place in serving bowl. Add fresh vegetables, cooked edamame and sesame seeds. In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until thoroughly incorporated. Add to salad, toss and serve.

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Tony Aspler’s Wine Picks

Taste the enchanting regions of Spain and Portugal this month. A wonderful variety of Old World classics, and bold new flavours you may have never tried before.

Marqués de Cáceres Rosado 2011 (Rioja, Spain)

Great Wine D iscoveries

This has been a consistent favourite rosé of mine over the years because of its price/quality factor. A blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha, it’s pale pink in colour with an arresting bouquet of red berries. Light and elegant on the palate, its vibrant acidity prolongs the flavour of raspberries and wild strawberries. **** (88). Food match: paella or cold salmon. $12.95 • LCBO #622142)

Tony Aspler has been writing about wine for over 30 years. His latest book is “Tony Aspler’s Cellar Book.” Get more of his recommendations at www.tonyaspler.com

Quinta da Aveleda Loureiro Alvarinho 2011 (Portugal)

Alvarinho is the same grape as Albariño that is grown across the border in Spain’s Rias Baixas region. The wine is very pale in colour with a lime tint; minerally, spring flowers, lemon peel and white peach on the nose; dry, elegant, grassy-herbal and citrus flavours; light and crisply dry with a light spritz. Great value at the price. **** (88). Food match: seafood risotto; green salad. $9.95 • LCBO #89995.

Bacalhoa Tinto Da Anfora 2008 (Portugal)

A blend of Aragonez, Trincadeiro, Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon. Dense ruby in colour; a bouquet of ripe plums with an earthy note; full-bodied with a rich mouth feel and flavours of plum and currants with an intriguing floral note. The finish is soft with a minty note. **** (87). Food match: hamburger; old cheddar. $11.95 • LCBO #227256 www.onthego.to 63

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Pardevalles Prieto Picudo Rosado 2011 (Spain)

This rosé from Spain’s Tierra de Leon region is made from a local grape called Priero Picudo. It’s more pale ruby than pink and has a minerally, strawberry nose with a banana note (banana suggests a young newly fermented wine). It’s medium-bodied, fresh and dry with flavours of apple and strawberry and a light spritz on the tongue. **** (87). Food match: ham salad; grilled sardines. $15.95 • Vintages #739474

Gonzales Byass Tio Pepe Extra Dry Palomino Fino (Jerez, Spain)

There’s nothing like a chilled glass of dry sherry before dinner to stimulate the appetite. White gold in colour; this fino offers a nose of camomile, green nuts and sage; it’s light on the palate and very dry with flavours of green tea and nuts; it has an extraordinarily long finish. Serve chilled. Great value. **** (88). Food match: salted nuts; grilled sardines. $15.95 • LCBO #242669

Aviva Vino Filon Garnacha 2010 (Spain)

This full-bodied Grenache-based wine is a great bargain. Dense purple in colour, it has a nose of raspberries and licorice with a touch of coconut from the American oak with impressive balance and structure and a floral top note. It’s full and lush on the palate and will age well.

***** (90). Food match: duck breast; manchego cheese. $14.95 • Vintage #280602

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Fresita

Sparkling Wine (Chile)

750ml LCBO #56697 • $13.95 200ml LCBO #138388 • $4.95

$1.00* off

Fresita means “strawberry” in Spanish. Did you know that Chile has its own species of wild strawberry which grows on the slopes of Patagonia? Fresita is a perfect blend of sparkling wine and handpicked strawberries from Patagonia. From the moment you open the bottle, you will be tantalized by the delicious aromas of fresh Patagonian strawberries. This delightful wine is a wonderful anytime refresher, great on its own or with dark chocolate. A real treat for your taste buds! Available in 2 sizes. *Save $1.00 until Sept. 15th, 2012.

Solaz Tempranillo Cabernet Sauvignon (Spain) LCBO #610188 • $10.95

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Osborne is one of the most prestigious winemaking families in Spain. Founded in 1772, the company maintains a rich tradition and devotion to producing wines and spirits of the highest quality. Its famous bull dots the Spanish landscape. This wine is balanced, broad and structured with a long and smooth finish.

Chivite Gran Feudo Ediciòn Tempranillo (Spain)

LCBO #255877 • $11.95 This charming red wine is medium-bodied, complex and perfectly balanced with flavours of red fruit, plum and a hint of spice. Enjoy this versatile food wine with Mediterranean inspired dishes, BBQ and medium-strong cheeses.

Aliança

Vinho Verde (Portugal)

LCBO #75663 • $8.95 Vinho Verde is not a grape varietal. The name literally means “green wine,” but translates as “young wine”. One of the largest producers of Portuguese wines, Aliança owns 800 acres of vineyards spread throughout the country. Lightly fruity with more body and texture than the average Vinho Verde. Clean, fresh and lively with a touch of spritz. Ideal on its own, or as a partner to salads, seafood, chicken and pasta.

Over 230 years of quality winemaking tradition.

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Bacalhoa Tinto da Anfora

(Portugal)

LCBO #227256 • $11.95 Intense aromas of ripe fruits such as strawberries and cherries, with notes of chocolate, coffee and vanilla. Complex and elegant with a rich structure. Aged in oak barrels for 12 months. A true gem. Enjoy with roasted meats, hearty dishes and aged cheeses.

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Janeil (by Francois Lurton) Cabernet Sauvignon (France) LCBO #293076 • $11.95 *New to the LCBO*

Deep purple colour. Strawberry and spicy notes characterizes the nose of this young Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas are fresh and intense. On the palate, it is rich with lots of supple tannins and a powerful aromatic intensity on the finish with black fruits, floral notes and a touch of spice. An UNBEATABLE value.

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Savour Stratford

Perth County Culinary Festival Presented by GE Café Appliances Every September Stratford’s chefs, farmers, local producers and foodies get together to celebrate and share the joy of our culinary heritage. Set in the rolling farms of Perth County, which has fed a country for over 175 years and home of the Stratford Chefs School, we think we bring a different take on your typical food festivals.

et in the heart of Stratford’s heritage garden district bordered by the Avon River, 19th century buildings and the famous City Hall and Market Square, this award winning two day culinary festival has many kinds of events for all — from gourmet tastings to stick-toyour-ribs BBQ — to sip, sample

and savour surrounded by free music concerts, artisan markets and food stalls. Meet and mingle with 12 award-winning, innovative chefs, as well as be entertained by over 30 culinary authors, cooks and culinary experts presenting the latest trends and tips. Here are some of the highlights: Come meet our special culinary guests: Chef David Rocco, international star of David Rocco’s Dolce Vita, Carl Heinrich, winner of Top Chef Canada Season 2 and graduate of the Stratford Chefs School, Connie DeSousa, CHARCUT Roast House in Calgary, Geoff Hopgood, champion of sustainable Maritime cuisine and the precocious Luke Hayes-Alexander, with his “Taste of Space” at the Toronto Star Culinary Stage. Join Peter Mansbridge and Cynthia Dale as they host the Saturday evening Culinary Cocktail Gala Reception and

imbibe in stories and canapés from Stratford’s founding chefs as you rub shoulders with our celebrity culinary guests. Savour and swing the night away at the Saturday night BBQ Blues & Brews Southern Style party. Hog Tails BBQ brings authentic finger-lickin’ southern fried chicken and Kansas City award winning ribs washed down with Ontario craft brews. Stomp and sway to alt-country rockers Dry County at one of everyone’s favourite events.

featured celebrities include

Elizabeth Baird, CULINARY EXPERT | Sonia Day, MASTER GARDENER | Liz Primeau, AUTHOR Darryl Fletcher, CHEF D TV | Rose Murray, CHEF/AUTHOR | Emily Richards, CHEF/AUTHOR

SATURDAY, September 8th 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

SUNDAY, September 9th 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Ontario Garlic Market & Food Court Celebrity Cooking Demonstrations

Ontario Garlic Market & Food Court Garlic Braiding Demonstration & Workshop

Fascinating Presentations & Live Music Saturday Evening: Glorious Garlic Dinner!

Garlic Chef Competition Celebrity Cooking Demonstrations

To order dinner tickets, call: 519-271-1910 (The Alzheimer Society of Perth County)

Fascinating Presentations & Live Music

garlic chef competition SUNDAY, September 9th at 12 pm

Aaron Linley, BIJOU

Stratford chefs face-off in a culinary duel! Chef Aaron Linley of BIJOU returns to defend his title against Chef Yva Santini of PAZZO

Yva Santini, PAZZO

for a complete schedule and everything garlic, visit

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A COMMUNITY PROJECT OF THE KIWANIS CLUB OF STRATFORD

at the Old Stratford Fairgrounds 20 Glastonbury Drive, Stratford Admission $5 Per Day / Free Parking

Choose from more than 30 tutored tastings and talks throughout the weekend. For engaging, hands-on learning sessions led by experts, explore the world of fermenting, apartment farming and making your own cheese at home. Lots of sampling and sipping of fortified wines, whisky and bourbon, sake and craft beers, all without the stuffiness. The highlight of the festival is the Savour Stratford Tasting on Sunday afternoon set under an elegant tent in Stratford’s historic Market Square. 30 top local chefs pair up with Perth County producers to create an array of seasonal morsels complimented by Ontario VQA wines and craft beers. Mingle, sip and sample the afternoon away. Join us in Stratford September 21–23 for a weekend of great food, great guests and great fun! For complete information and tickets visit www.savourstratford.com. We’re just 90 minutes west of Toronto. P.S. — Don’t forget to also come for the fragrant Stratford Garlic Festival, September 8–9 for a unique salute to all things garlic — with over 100 vendors, presenters and personalities. www.stratfordgarlicfestival.com

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UNKNOWN ROADS A BLUESFEST CYCLING ADVENTURE By Keith Luder

When Johnny offered me time on stage to fundraise for kids with cancer at The Windsor Bluesfest I said yes immediately. There was only one catch: I had to cycle there from Toronto. Would other cyclists join me? Will the roads be safe? How about the weather? A few weeks later it’s time to ‘just do it’.

he van arrived at the meeting spot and Albert ‘The Stallion’, ‘Nurse’ Michelle and Ben ‘The Rookie’ emerged from the darkness like human cargo smuggled across the border. Team Velocity kits were the first clues of a cycling adventure that would culminate at the Windsor Blues Festival, 400 km later. Keith ‘The Garminator’ had the route on his Edge 800 and after photos we hit the road. Traffic was light as we headed west on Eglinton but the sun was already strong and it was comforting to know we had 150

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bottles of chilled water in the van. It wasn’t long before one of us hit the deck but there was no blood so it didn’t count. It didn’t take long to drop someone despite our talk before we left. Keith got something from the van but the others rode on, a good distance down the road as he watched them turn right instead of left. It was the beginning of several “off course” messages from Garmin. We got to know a certain segment of Parkside Drive very well as the Garmin rerouted back and forth. Luckily, a Tim Horton’s was

close by and we had a refreshing stop. We would get to know the Timmy’s menu very well on this trip especially the frozen drink section. As Garmin continued to reroute, Tanya ‘The Comeback Gal’ called from the van wanting to know where the heck we were and directed us back on course with her paper map. We were humming along now, nice tight formation over the rolling hills with Raymond ‘The Puller’ in his usual position up front. The temperature continued to climb and it felt like the hottest day ever. Monty Python sketches switched to talk of poorly fitting chamois, the benefits of certain creams and Nurse Michelle’s expert advice for one’s posterior. After lunch, dark clouds arrived to block the sun and cool us down with a light, brief shower. ‘Chipper’ Jessica burst into song, reeling off such classics as “my sex is on fire” which soon morphed into the delirious “my butt is on fire”. Finally we arrived at the Timmy’s

in Ingersoll where Keith talked Michelle out of rolling around on the cold floor. Cyclists already had a poor image in these parts and thankfully, she was able to keep control! Herb got impatient and invented an electrical thunderstorm telling us we only had one hour to avoid it. We pedaled strongly to our hotel in London and were surprised when the van was not there to greet us. The reroute to the beer store was really appreciated and we drank the best blondes ever. A great après bike meal followed with everybody tired from the long, hot ride but in great spirits determined to get an early start next morning for stage two to Windsor. Our challenge was maintaining interest as we cruised down long, Roman like roads that went on forever without any change in scenery. It was so monotonous that Jessica yelped with joy when we came across wind turbines slowly moving in the heavy air. Raymond couldn’t take

the steady 30k per hour pace anymore and twitched his sprinting muscles into a brief breakaway just before we stopped in Twin Peaks for a coffee. Pictures of tractors and other farming technology hung prominently on the walls and I remembered the sign by the road which had said “Farmers feed cities”. We wanted iced coffees but were told they weren’t on the menu so we ordered coffee with ice on the side and got lots of funny looks when we combined them. Herb amused the locals by putting a large amount of salt in with the sugar! On the road again and Herb yelled out “Flaaaaaaat”. We all pulled over, eager for a change of activity when the loud popping sound repeated itself. When the bang sounded a third time we realized that the locals were shooting their rifles. How many points for a cyclist? We got back on the bike in a hurry and sprinted away from those crazy people!

Lake St. Claire was sparkling when the police showed up. A police escort will cure a very sore butt and tired legs. The sirens announced us and the Camaros lit up like Christmas trees. How wonderful it was when the traffic stopped and people cheered us. We were ecstatic when we reached the hotel and eager to celebrate. The atmosphere was electric as we entered Bluesfest and hugged John who had challenged us to cycle from Toronto. Onstage in front of 10,000 merry people, Herb soon had the crowd in a generous mood. I’ll never forget the man who kick-started the donations by running to us, fist pumping, yelling “Tour for Kids yeah, Tour for Kids yeah” with a $100 bill in his hand. Our work done, we could now relax and enjoy the great music of Alto Reed and Mark Farner.

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For all the right reasons!

Renaissance Aruba Marina Tower Resort & Casino ★★★★+ • All-Inclusive • Adults 18+ only Located on a picturesque marina in Aruba’s capital, Renaissance Aruba Marina Tower Resort & Casino offers guests a trendy, adult-exclusive atmosphere to feel pampered. Take in the cool ocean breeze on the hotel’s private boat from the marina to Renaissance Private Island or play the night away at the resort’s casino. Lounge by the pool with a cocktail, or enjoy some retail therapy at the shops on site – Renaissance Aruba Marina Tower has it all! Sunquest’s non-stop flights on WestJet depart from Toronto on Tuesdays & Saturdays this winter for both 7 & 14 night durations!

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on your next Sunquest vacation package to Aruba booked by September 30, 2012 for travel from November 1, 2012 to April 30, 2013. Go to www.sunquest.ca/onthego to receive your rebate coupon.

Check out the family-friendly sister hotel, Renaissance Aruba Ocean Suites Resort & Casino!

For more information or to book, please contact your travel agent or visit sunquest.ca. Certain restrictions apply. For full product information and terms & conditions, visit sunquest.ca. Sunquest, 75 Eglinton Ave. E., Toronto, ON M4P 3A4.Ont. Reg.#50012702_28426

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aruba

Whether it’s adventure or relaxation you crave, Aruba offers an endless array of options!

Just 30 minutes north of the equator, the southwest coast of Aruba is a true lotus-land. With its miles of palm-fringed, powder-soft beaches, all lapped by aquamarine sea and trimmed by a glittering necklace of extravagant resort hotels, this is truly a place where you can escape for an unforgettable Sunquest vacation.

major package-tour destination for Canadians, in Aruba things run smoothly and the visitor infrastructure is polished. It’s a cosmopolitan culture with 80 nationalities represented with most locals speaking at least four languages: English, Spanish, Dutch (the official language) and Papiamento, a native dialect. The local bus system serves visitors well and car rentals are easily available and with about 20" of rain a year, hot, sunny, breezy days are pretty much guaranteed. Major recreational activities include the time-honoured holiday practice of shopping for jewellery, watches, china, crystals, linen and fragrance. A mecca for “foodies”, Aruba boasts over 200 restaurants of all sorts. And for those seeking night time thrills, plenty of glossy casinos and nightclubs invite you to party. All the favourite watersports are here, with perfect conditions for swimming, windsurfing, kite-surfing, jet-skiing, tubing, kayaking and sailing. Shallow coral formations await snorkelers and reef and wreck diving reveal a brilliant underwater fantasy. Horseback riding, jeep tours and all terrain vehicles are also among popular vacation choices.

As far as resorts go, Sunquest offers a wide range of options on the island, including the adult-only all-inclusive Renaissance Aruba Marina Tower Resort & Casino and the family-friendly all-inclusive Renaissance Aruba Ocean Suites Resort & Casino, Sunquest offers guests exclusive extras included at both properties — just ask. There is also the Divi Village All-Inclusive Villas, an all-suite, all-inclusive resort that is available exclusively from Sunquest and includes perks for families! Not only is there a golf course at your doorstep, a fantastic wind sports centre and a

30-foot climbing wall, but the resort is perfectly positioned on beautiful Druid Beach and located just 10 minutes from Oranjestad. The Occidental Grand Aruba, an all-inclusive property with plenty to offer any type of guest — be it families, couples or just a group of friends looking for some fun in the sun, offers free weddings and a honeymoon bonus to guests. Getting there is easy! Sunquest offers non-stop scheduled flights from Toronto aboard WestJet on Tuesdays and Saturdays for 7 and 14-night durations.

For more information about Aruba, be sure to visit www.aruba.com. To book your next Aruba escape and for a complete listing of resorts available on the island through Sunquest, talk to your travel agent or visit www.sunquest.ca.

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Hike Haliburton is celebrating its 10th anniversary! • New hikes & festival favorites that explore the natural & cultural heritage of the Haliburton Highlands! • Hikes on public and private land trails led by knowledgeable and engaging guides! • Many kilometres of public hiking trails to explore on your own with friends and family! • Special anniversary celebration events! • Awesome autumn colours! • Great places to stay and eat!

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Mystery Celebrity Hikes - Several celebrities have been invited to co-lead some of the hikes, but we are not telling you what hike they will be on. Watch for that famous face and the opportunity to rub shoulders with some very interesting people.

Blast Off BBQ and Registration & Concert - Featuring The Moontones, Custom Blend and Ragged Company – Thursday, September 20th in Minden. (tickets required) Festival Concert - Featuring Whitehorse with Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland Friday, September 21 in Haliburton. (tickets $10 per person)

Adventure Film Night - Featuring the release of “The Land Between” and other hiking related films – Friday, September 21 in Wilberforce. Blues Concert - Featuring the legendary Cameo Blues Band Saturday, September 22 at the Dominion Hotel. (tickets $20 per person) Blister Ball - A dance featuring the Wolfgang Bros - Saturday, September 22 in Stanhope. (tickets required) The Last Step Pig-nik - A pig roast and festival farewell - Sunday, September 23 at the Minden Community Centre.

All events are FREE unless indicated, tickets may be required for some events based on limited seats available. When tickets are required, you will be entered into the door prize for that event. Donations welcome.

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Hike Haliburton festival

Celebrating Ten Years of Exploring the Highlands The Haliburton Highlands are ‘A Natural Work of Art’, located just over two hours northeast of the Greater Toronto Area. The Highlands will attract you with their striking landscapes of remarkable rock formations, with over 600 pristine lakes, and amazing summer and fall adventures for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. It is a destination filled with outdoor experiences, and the highlight is the Hike Haliburton Festival taking place this Sept. 20–23, 2012.

ow celebrating its tenth anniversary, the Hike Haliburton Festival allows visitors to experience an incredible collection of hiking trails stretching nearly 200 km across the beautiful rugged Haliburton Highlands landscape. With over 40 guided and themed hikes ranging from easy to challenging, the entire family can enjoy the outdoors. While taking in the natural and cultural heritage of the Highlands, enjoy the flora and fauna in the dense forests which surrounds the sparkling waters. Take time for bird and deer watching or simply enjoy your hike in the Highlands.

During the Hike Haliburton Festival you can register for themed hikes lead by knowledgeable and engaging leaders and personalities — even some mystery celebrity hikes featuring some very special guests! You can also venture out on your own to explore one of the many scenic public trails. Most festival activities are free of charge, so the entire family can enjoy. In addition to the guided hikes, take advantage of great festival activities including the Blast Off BBQ, registration and the official opening showcasing talented local musicians The Moontones, Custom Blend, and Ragged Company; Adventure Film Night screening exciting hiking and trekking films; the Blues Concert featuring the Cameo Blues Band; the Blister Ball, a dance event featuring the Wolfgang Bros. The festival main event is the highlight concert with Whitehorse (Six Shooter Records

artists Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland at a charge of $10 per person). Most events are free of charge unless indicated otherwise. If you are looking for a great Ontario getaway this September, look no further than the Haliburton Highlands! For more information and to receive a complimentary Destination Guide Hike Haliburton brochure and map of the trails, call Haliburton tourism at 1-800-461-7677, or visit www.hikehaliburton.com.

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August 24 – September 22: During September you may find that you come across a few stumbling blocks. Do not be concerned, everyone will have blockage. Watch your financial transactions and statements closely because someone could be making a mistake that could cost you a lot of money.

February 20 – March 20: September brings a sense of spirituality into your everyday life. In some ways it can be religious spirituality, other ways can be earth-centered and sometimes ways you have never heard of before. Embrace this new you and enjoy a peaceful life. Figure out your own beliefs and stand by them.

September 23 – October 22: You’ll get to see

March 21 – April 19: Do not get your hopes up

October 23 – November 22: You’re starting to get

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November 23 – December 20: Relationships at home, work, and romantic seem to be going in the right direction for you. They could be going even better if you would stop and take a look at the deep-rooted personal battles that you are fighting. Find balance and a happy medium to be able to move forward in life.

May 21 – June 21: You will have many things to be happy about, but along with the sense of peace and happiness can come boredom. Do not try to create adventure or drama, you must count your blessings that you are able to feel this way. September is a great month for love. Simply watch where you place your trust.

December 21 – January 20: People that you have considered to be your rock, to be there for you no matter what, could be changing their mind. Try not to become overwhelmed with hurt and disappointment. They will still be there for you, just not in the same way as before. Try to speak to them and understand what has changed.

June 22 – July 23: Being energetic and hopeful

January 21 – February 19: You may need some time alone during September. Please do not be afraid to take it because it will help you clear your mind and find yourself again. Even if it’s just a few minutes, take the time. You always put other’s needs before yours, but the time has come to think of yourself and your health.

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someone or something that you have been away from for quite some time. Completely embrace the joy and happiness you feel when you are reunited. Do not compare the amount of money you are currently making to your self-worth, otherwise it could be your downfall.

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too high during September. This month may be a little bit of a let down for you. Something you have been looking forward to or waiting for is likely to disappoint you. Allow your feelings to be hurt, and embrace the sorrow. Be sure to move on quickly for new opportunities.

remember that your fate, happiness and success do not depend on events in your life. You control all aspects of your time on Earth and you must remember that. New beginnings are in store for you, and these beginnings can come in many different forms.

are in the cards for you during September. Your future is full of selfless, wonderful acts of kindness that will not go unnoticed. It is a great time for you to begin something new. Keep an eye out; you’ll discover what that “something new” is very soon.

you think are trustworthy. Do not change your attitude towards people, but be on the look out for someone that posses envy or negativity. You fear being hurt when it comes to love. If you are in a committed relationship or single, try to open your heart and put your fear aside.

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