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604-743-2113 The Canucks for Kids Fund will present a forward to a wonderful game and thank $10,000 cheque to Archway Community the Abbotsford Canucks for making this Services during the Abbotsford Canucks Family Day even more special," said Tania game on Monday, February 17.

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The Province, in partnership with the BC may vary based on the needs, strengths and First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC), services available in each community, but is opening six Indigenous justice centres, are initially focused on criminal defence fulfilling a commitment to establish 15 and child protection matters.

Indigenous justice centres (IJCs) through“All Indigenous Peoples, regardless of out B.C. whether they qualify for legal aid, can Niki Sharma, Attorney General, was access free, culturally informed legal and joined by the BCFNJC in Kamloops to outreach services at IJCs,” Sharma said. “I celebrate opening the six new centres in am grateful to all our partners in delivering Kamloops, Williams Lake, Cranbrook, services that help build resilient communiPort Hardy, Fort St. John and a shared ties and improve our justice system.” location serving the communities of Burns The IJCs aim to help Indigenous people in Lake and Hazelton. the justice system address the root causes “It is incredible to reflect on what First Na- of their involvement and offer supports to tions, the BC First Nations Justice Council help prevent future interactions with police and the Province have collaboratively and the justice system. Legal and outreach achieved – a network of 15 Indigenous teams at the IJCs use their diverse commujustice centres across B.C.,” said Kory nity, cultural and professional expertise to Wilson, chair, BCFNJC. “IJCs provide support the healing and restorative-justice Indigenous clients with optimum legal journeys of Indigenous clients. Through representation and access to wraparound resource and support workers, clients may services that extend beyond their legal be referred to services such as housing, needs. As those accessing our services employment services, and mental-health often feel overwhelmed and disconnected and addictions treatment. from community, IJCs embrace them with care, honour their cultural identity and pro- “Tk̓ emlúps te Secwépemc is pleased to tect them from falling through the cracks.” be the home of a brand-new Indigenous justice centre, where our communities With the opening of these IJCs, the BCFNJC, the Province and Canada have can seek legal representation alongside completed Strategy 4 of the BC First Na- wraparound services in an environment tions Justice Strategy. Strategy 4 is a key that feels culturally safe,” said Kúkpi7 ̓ commitment that calls for establishing a (Chief) Rosanne Casimir, Tkemlúps te network of 15 IJCs throughout B.C. These Secwépemc. “We extend our appreciation six new centres join the existing nine to the BC First Nations Justice Council and physical centres in Chilliwack, Kelowna, the Province for addressing and working Merritt, Nanaimo, Prince George, Prince toward better systems of justice for IndigRupert, Surrey, Vancouver and Victoria, enous Peoples. The relief, safety and supalong with the virtual centre serving the port this centre brings will ripple through our community with positive effects.” province remotely.

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Niki Sharma, Attorney General, welcomed the graduates from the Justice Institute of British Columbia’s winter class at a ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. They will be assigned to work in courthouses throughout the Province, including Victoria, Nanaimo, Penticton, Oliver, Quesnel, Dawson Creek, Terrace, Fort St. John and the Lower Mainland.

The winter class will continue training until March 6, 2025. Their first day on duty will be March 7. The next sheriff-recruit training class will start in the spring.

The BC Sheriff Service (BCSS) is recognized as an international leader in providing protective and enforcement services for the justice system. The BCSS is the oldest-law enforceWithout sheriffs, court matters cannot proceed. ment agency in B.C. Sheriffs maintain a safe environment for everyone delivering justice services in 90 court The Province is collaborating with the BCSS locations throughout B.C. They are highly to enhance recruitment, retention and training. trained peace officers who provide protective The BCSS is focusing on deployment and services for the Crown, judiciary, defence, growth opportunities, and implementing a court staff, the public and all participants in more-competitive pay and benefits framework the justice system. Sheriffs also protect court for sheriffs.

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tions to create new affordable and culturally appropriate homes. In Victoria, a new culturally supportive home with 15 units is available for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who are pregnant, or have recently given birth and are at risk of homelessness. Eight Snuney“We’re building supportive homes and shelters muxw First Nations families have moved into to help people get on a better path to living full, new affordable homes located on reserve at healthy lives,” said Ravi Kahlon, Minister of 1968-1982 Warpath Rd. Housing and Municipal Affairs. “We’re also investing in affordable, culturally appropri- More seniors will be able to age with digate housing so more Indigenous people and nity with the supports they need in affordable seniors have a place they can call home, in the homes, where they feel safe and connected. In community they love. We know more needs to Peachland, construction has begun on Phase be done, and by speeding up building approv- II of the Peachland Seniors’ Support Society’s als and construction timelines and working affordable housing residences at 4444 5th St. with our partners, we’re helping more people The building will provide 73 affordable homes for seniors in the community. find a home that meets their needs.”

People will have more affordable housing options in their communities with more than 200 supportive homes, shelter spaces, culturally supportive homes and homes for seniors opening or starting construction.

In December 2024, construction began on a supportive housing project in New Westminster, which will include 52 permanent supportive homes. In Kamloops, a new shelter called Pathways is open at 142 Tranquille Rd., which includes 44 new shelter spaces. In Prince George, 42 new indoor units are open at 397 3rd Ave. These permanent homes and temporary shelter spaces will further support people at risk or experiencing homelessness in the communities.

The Province will continue to enhance the delivery of supportive and complex-care housing in a manner that keeps residents and others safe. These housing projects will deliver 234 permanent homes and temporary shelter spaces in six B.C. communities.

These projects are part of the B.C. government’s $19-billion investment in homes for people and actions to drive the construction of more homes people can afford. Since 2017, the Province has more than 90,000 homes The Province and BC Housing are working delivered or underway, with actions underway with Indigenous non-profit housing providers, to help deliver thousands more over the next First Nations and other Indigenous organiza- 10 years.

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New B.C. council will advocate for forestry workers The Province has formed a new coun- Rick Doman, chairman, Boreal Carcil to advance British Columbia’s in- bon Corporation and former forestry terests in the long-standing softwood executive lumber dispute with the United States.

Scott Lunny, western director, United The council brings together leaders Steelworkers from the forestry sector and labour, alongside experts on U.S. relations and Gavin McGarrigle, western regional officials from the B.C. government. director, Unifor The B.C. Softwood Lumber Advisory Ric Slaco, former vice-president and Council convened its first meeting on chief forester, Interfor Jan. 30, 2025, and will meet regularly.

Dallas Smith, president and CEO, It advises the Minister of Forests on Na̲ nwak̲ olas Council the dispute, including the sixth administrative review, providing recom- “The U.S. forest industry alleges mendations on steps B.C. can take to that Canadian softwood lumber is eliminate the 14.4% softwood lumber subsidized and companies sell in the duties. The council will also help the U.S. at below-market prices,” Parmar Province advocate to the federal gov- said. “This is wrong; these allegations ernment as these duties continue to couldn’t be farther from the truth. take their toll on B.C.’s forestry sector.

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Buying a new home? Here’s what makes a good neighbourhood When looking for a new house, many of us pedestrians in mind also encourages a entertainment and serfocus on theinterior features of a property, healthier, greener lifestyle that prioritizes vices. like a stunning kitchen or exposed brick walking over driving.

Green spaces. Access to walls in the living room. But finding a Front porch living. Homes with accessible green spaces such as parks place that will make you and your family front porches can let you spend more time and trails is essential for happy for years to come is also about the outside and get to know your neighbours. your physical and mental community you’ll be living in.

This simple feature promotes a friendly, well-being. These areas Here are some features to look for in your inviting atmosphere where people connect mean more space for outnew neighbourhood: casually and build relationships over time. door activities, relaxation Pedestrian friendly. Pedestrian-only Access to the core. Proximity to the city and community events. spaces and walkways foster safer envi- centre is another factor that may affect Builders of new homes ronments for everyone by reducing traffic your daily life. Being close to downtown and thoughtfully planned congestion and providing areas for chil- offers convenience, reduces commute developments like Alpine dren to play. A community designed with times and provides easy access to work,

Park can factor in these positive neighbourhood features from the start.

3 surprising safety features to look for in a home If you’re searching for your dream home streets that can give parents peace of mind can provide priceless proand neighbourhood, safety is likely one of and create more walkable communities. tection, potentially saving your top priorities. But while most buyers Front porches. Front porches do more than lives and reducing property focus on security systems and local crime add curb appeal, they encourage social damage. rates, the materials and design of a house interaction among your neighbours and each play an equally important role in As you search for your a more connected community. Knowing keeping you and your family safe. there are friendly faces sitting on their perfect home, keep in mind Here are three often overlooked safety front porches helps build a sense of safety. how design can contribute to a safer investment. features to consider when house hunting: Fire-resistant siding. When it comes to New, thoughtfully planned Rear-facing garages. Homes with garages building materials, stucco or Hardie plank communities like Alpine located at the back of the property help siding both offer an added layer of safety. reduce traffic on front streets, making the These durable materials are fire resistant, Park, apply these and other area safer for pedestrians and kids playing reducing the likelihood that your home safety features from the outside. By routing cars to laneways, these will catch fire. In areas prone to wildfires start, and are a great option designs create quieter, less congested or extreme heat, stucco or Hardie siding for families.

How to decorate your front porch for all-season weather A beautiful front porch welcomes you weatherproofing solution to protect uphol- bulb string lights. Consider home, invites visitors in and can be a stered cushions from the elements. spending a little more to relaxing spot to spend time reading or purchase resilient, weathThe right plants. In the summer, embrace people watching. But our unpredictable erproof lights that are built weather makes it hard to keep up a styl- the warmer temperatures and create a to withstand outdoor conish look year-round. Here are some ideas beautiful space with potted plants like ditions. hardy perennials, including hostas, peoyou can try: nies and coneflowers that thrive in Cana- If you’re in the market for Durable furniture. Start with good-quality dian climates. Hanging baskets can also a new home this spring, a furniture designed for the outdoors—opt brighten up a front porch, and your roof for weather-resistant materials like teak will offer some protection from hail, rain cozy front porch, like those featured in new community or wrought iron, which can withstand damage and direct sunlight. developments like Alpine both snow and rain. Add cozy touches with outdoor cushions and throws made Quality lighting. Add warmth to your Parkcan add curb appeal from water-resistant fabrics. Even better, porch with sustainable lighting, such and make the place feel an outdoor storage bench is the perfect as solar-powered lanterns or Edison more like home, sooner.

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Tips to improve your credit score What do renting an apartment, financ- If you have a credit card, pay it off getting caught up as ing a vehicle and getting approved for monthly. Paying your bill in full and soon as possible. a credit card all have in common? Your on time each month helps build your Keep tabs on your overcredit score plays an important role in credit history in the long run. A good all debt load. Mortgage tip is to only use your credit card for all three. debt, personal loans and purchases you know you can pay off credit card balances can Your credit score represents an assess- to avoid going into debt. easily add up. Monitor ment of your ability to repay borrowed Pay bills when they’re due. This ap- your total debt to enmoney or fulfill financial obligations. plies to car payments, hydro or your sure it doesn’t become The score itself — a three-digit number cellphone, for example. It can help unmanageable for you. between 300 and 900 — is based on establish a track record of being a your credit history. Here are some tips reliable borrower. If it is challenging Remember, it’s important to regularly check to keep in mind: to remember your due dates, consider your credit score. To Start by knowing your number. Learn- setting up pre-authorized payments or help make this easier, ing your own credit score is called a creating calendar alerts to remind you. some banks like TD Learn more about ways to improve “soft” check and doesn’t have any Catch up on missed payments. If you allow customers who use their app to do miss a payment, try to commit to check their credit scores for free. negative impact on the score itself. your credit score at td.com.

5 tips for teaching your kids about money Many parents today believe their Create age-specific finance goals. ready to take the next children will face greater financial Tweens and teens can work towards a step towards their fichallenges in life than they did, es- bigger purchase, like a new laptop or nancial goals, you can pecially when it comes to achieving special activity. Younger kids can save speak with a personal major milestones like buying a home birthday money for a toy or learn about banker at your branch. or retiring. One way to help set your saving money at the grocery store by Check out online rekids up for success is by talking about comparing prices of items. sources. There are money and teaching them good finanProvide an allowance. Consider start- online resources and cial habits early. ing with a small amount, and chat with games that can help “By fostering an open dialogue about parents who have kids of a similar age build financial literafinances, parents are not just teaching to see what they’re giving. You can cy at home for kids as their kids about saving and budgeting, consider connecting the allowance to young as three years old they’re helping them to build a more completing chores like setting the table up until the age of 18. secure financial future,” explains Em- or vacuuming.

Develop a budget todebit or credit card account create a ily Ross, vice president of everyday Take your child along on bank visits. gether. Look for money management advice at TD. If you’re looking to start your child’s tools. For example,TD has MySpend, budget and work towards their saving Here are some tips to get started: saving journey or have a teen who’s which can help teenagers who have a goals.

It’s tax season: Are you ready?

Tax season comes around every year, but and that’s why it’s more important than also develop a plan suited to your financial cultivating a habit of investing and stickit can still manage to catch many of us ever to seek trusted advice,” explains Pat goals and show you how to start making ing to it. A personal banker can help you by surprise. In fact, according to a recent Giles, vice president of saving and invest- smart investments. build it based on your unique needs and survey, less than a third of Canadians feel ing at TD. “Having the right financial This type of one-on-one guidance can asconfident in knowing when to contribute support can make a significant difference how much you want to contribute. No to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan when it comes to planning for both short- sist those who believe they aren’t saving enough to reach their long-term financial amount is too small to start saving or (RRSP) versus a Tax-free savings account and long-term financial goals.” goals, which is over half the country, ac- investing.

(TFSA). Fortunately, there are some steps Speaking with a personal banker or finan- cording to a recent survey. you can take to feel more prepared. cial advisor can help you understand the Learn more about having the right finan“It’s no secret that people are feeling the different savings options available, and Remember, setting a financial plan doesn’t impact of the current economic climate, their benefits come tax time. They can require a large amount to start; it’s about cial support at td.com.

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Leveraging Technology for Development: Democratization of Technology

By Debnath Shaw Technology is an important factor for a vast user base in rural areas. The able programmes which have changed technology and wealth gap. Both cliglobal development. Development ‘open source’ model allows users to the lives of millions. The prime ex- mate mitigation and adaption require is a core issue for the Global South, participate directly in development of ample is the Digital Public Infrastruc- huge funding transfers from developed many of whose members are being software. Upgrades in communication ture (DPI), part of the ‘India Stack’, countries as per past commitments. left behind in achieving their Sustain- technology have made the globe more which operates digital identification, Unfortunately, even at COP29 in Baku able Development Goals (SDGs). The interconnected than ever. payments and data management. The last year, the level of funding pledged key factors behind this unequal state Common Service Centres (CSC) are was nowhere near the level required to Democratization of technology has of affairs are technology, finance and the access points for delivery of gov- achieve set goals. There have been rehelped ‘the last person in the queue’ information. Thomas Friedman has ernment to citizen (G2C) e-services, peated calls for enhanced international to access public services with ease and argued, that the era of globalisation has within reach of citizens by creating cooperation arrangements, through rereduced corruption, get timely access been characterized by democratization nation-wide physical service delivery form of existing WTO mandated trade to relief when hit by natural disasters, of technology, finance and information ICT infrastructure. The Namo Drone rules, to permit developing countries and useful and reliable information al(The World is Flat, 2004). However, Didi initiative has many goals, includ- to protect emerging green industries lowing meaningful participation in the with the pace of globalization slowing addressing gender inequality is- through tariffs, subsidies and public democratic process. It has made maring down, particularly since the Covid sues, empowerment and pride among procurement. kets more broad-based and diversified pandemic, democratization of technolwomen, modernization of agricultural and consumers are able to use complex The ray of hope in the horizon is that ogy too has taken a hit. practices, and substantial income to technological products without the industries driven by frontier techDemocratization of technology refers guidance of qualified professionals. the rural women folk. The two hunnologies like blockchain, drones, to the process by which access to tech- Such job categories have taken a hit, dred thousand Aayushman Aarogya gene editing, nano technology, electric nology progressively become more a situation whose downward spiral is Mandirs in India’s villages directly vehicles, solar and wind energy and easily available to more people at rea- being perpetrated by developments connect health centres with the best green hydrogen could create a market sonable cost. Historically, the printing in artificial intelligence and machine hospitals and modern technology, bringing professional medical exper- of over $ 9.5 billion by 2030 (UNCpress is the earliest recorded instance learning technology. tise and services, largely concentrated TAD estimate). Some developing and of technology opening new frontiers emerging economies like India have of knowledge dissemination, leading However, we should not lose sight of in urban areas, to rural India. The India made important policy changes to seize to empowerment of a greater number the challenges faced by democratiza- AI Mission or ‘AI for All’ is aimed at some of the opportunities in these secof people. Since the mid-1990s, the tion of technology, which is hampered the democratization of the benefits of tors. It is hoped that with increasing internet has been the prime vehicle of by the slow pace of digitization and AI across all strata of society. universal democratization of knowl- infrastructure gaps, particularly in de- A key issue, particularly for the democratization of technology and effective partnership between developed veloping countries. Gender and social edge and information.

Global South, which has been pursued and developing countries, mankind’s inequities restricting access to and use vigourously by India, is the growing The effects of democratization of development goals will be reached of technology, and the data divide, too gap between developed and developtechnology have been dramatic, more sooner than later. needs to be addressed. Cyber security ing countries in the access and endogso with digitization. New technoloand data privacy concerns are felt at all enous production and development of Debnath Shaw, (IFS 1984, Retd.), forgies and improved user experiences levels. What is comforting is that both climate technologies. This has been a mer High Commissioner to Tanzania have empowered those outside of the governments and technology-driven key constraint on collective progress and Ambassador to Azerbaijan. Served technology industry to access and use companies are addressing these conin global efforts to achieve sustainable in Indian Missions in Hong Kong, technological products and services. cerns, while moving ahead with their development and effective climate Beijing (twice), Bonn and Dhaka and In India, think - UPI, mobile bankprogrammes to harness technology for action under UNFCC and the Paris at Headquarters in various positions. ing WhatsApp, X, etc, - tools being the benefit of the masses.

Agreement. Developing countries Seconded to Ministry of Defence as used regularly by the country’s 900 million mobile phones users, mostly In India, the democratization of tech- view technology transfer and capac- JS (PIC) 2005-07. Visiting Fellow at connected to the internet, including nology is manifested in some remark- ity building as the key to reducing the CSIS, Washington DC 2004-05.

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economy in the face of potential tariffs by the U.S. government,” Dix said. “Now, with electricity purchase agreements signed by all of the wind and solar projects selected in the recent BC Hydro Call for Power and the BC Energy Regulator poised to be regulator for permitting these projects, British Columbia is on a clear trajectory to deliver the clean, affordable and reliable power people and industry need, and meaningfully grow and diversify our economy.”

The BC Energy Regulator is an experienced organization that has demonstrated expertise at getting projects moving quickly, while providing robust regulatory oversight through the lifecycle of projects. This is a natural evolution of the BC Energy Regulator’s role, which initially focused on oil, gas and geothermal development, then expanded to include hydrogen, ammonia and methanol, and now to renewable energy. The BC Energy Regulator will bring its expertise and capacity to the province’s broader stewardship efforts for This announcement builds on the Province's water, land and resources. intent to exempt all future wind projects from “The BC Energy Regulator is committed to the environmental assessment process, includ- permitting efficiency and robust regulatory ing the nine wind projects that are now under oversight of B.C.’s oil, gas and other energy signed electricity purchase agreements with resources,” said Michelle Carr, commissioner BC Hydro. It will create a single-window per- and chief executive officer, BC Energy Regumitting process for renewable energy projects. lator. “With our single-window approach to The BC Energy Regulator will take a staged permitting through the full lifecycle of develapproach, focusing initially on the North Coast opment, commitment to operational excelTransmission Line and other prescribed high- lence and stewardship in the public interest, commitment to First Nation consultation and voltage transmission lines, and the wind and management of land-owner interests, the BC solar projects.

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The legislation will also enable the BCER to be the primary regulatory authority for authorizations associated with the construction of the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) and other high-voltage electricity transmission projects. This will help accelerate the expansion of British Columbia’s electricity grid and meet the demand in growth arising from critical mineral and metal mining, port electrification, hydrogen and fuel processing, and shipping projects under consideration.

The new legislation, to be introduced by the “Along with other natural resources projects, Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions, will these critical projects have been identified extend the BC Energy Regulator’s existing by the Province as priorities that are ready legal authorities and responsibilities to the new to move forward, with the potential to gener- development activities relevant to the different ate significant employment to support our energy projects.

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that expertise to renewables and to support the province’s transition to low-carbon energy.”

The Province is committed to working in cooperation with First Nations partners, and is engaging with Nations across the province on the approach to the proposed legislation.

“Designating the BCER as the single regulator for renewables helps ensure B.C. can meet its growing electricity demand and bring renewable energy projects online sooner,” said Kwatuuma Cole Sayers, executive director, Clean Energy Association of British Columbia. “In the 2024 Call for Power, 11 CEBC members, including First Nations and industry leaders, were selected as successful proponents for both wind and solar projects, demonstrating how meaningful partnerships drive major projects and deliver sustainable energy solutions. An effective regulatory framework must foster investment in these collaborations, uphold Indigenous rights and title, and maintain B.C.’s world-class environmental standards.

We look forward to working alongside government, First Nations and industry to shape a clean-energy future that benefits all British Columbians.”

The BC Energy Regulator has a team of more than 300 professionals in seven offices located throughout B.C. Subject-matter experts include biologists, engineers, hydrologists, agrologists, compliance and enforcement officers, First Nations liaison officers, heritage conservation officers and archeologists. The BC Energy Regulator will hire additional staff and subject-matter experts as authorities are added.

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Any hectic activity that has just started to You are in a good position to make some final decisions on something you may have first considered late July to mid August. The position of somebody else may be clearer now, particularly if they decide to bring something to an end. If this does happen it can make it easier in some way when it comes to normal routines in life.

Whatever you had to rethink when it comes to putting things in place since mid August will now allow you to be clear of mind to late September when it comes to something that might have been first discussed late July to mid August. You can now make decisions that please you. Don’t be tempted to spend too much though.

Someone else can be very straightforward as to what they either like or expect from you.

Be careful you don’t read into this more than is being offered, particularly if there is an expectation for you to take on responsibilities or to put things in place. Make decisions up to late September that will keep you in control of your finances.

You are in an excellent position to be able to make decisions to late September that will take your life forward. You can feel as though you have greater personal choice or some control at last. There might be a second stage to this from January to April next year and for this reason it could be wise to ensure there is some flexibility.

Whatever financial decisions you may have first considered from late July to mid August can now be looked at more thoroughly, especially in relation to the best actions to take to be able to move forward. You need to be able to satisfy your own priorities, which may not necessarily fit in with the expectations of somebody else.

Focus on anything you are determined to develop more for your own independence in the future. You can realise that contemplation alone will not move things forward. From now to early September you need to look at the commitments that would need to be taken on. Doing this in stages will help you to get used to the changes.

You are in a good position to come to realisations regarding any situations where you might feel as though you are taking on more than is reasonable on a regular basis. This is more about making decisions to bring matters to an end where commitments attached will have an inhibiting effect on possible future accomplishments.

You could come to the realisation, from now to late September, that it is better to scale down ideas you might have had late July to mid August to be able to take these things into the future successfully. Others might have bigger ambitions but you can be happier with small steps, allowing you to have a feeling of better control.

Having absolute confidence about how you stand on any matter will engender respect from others, even though they may not fully agree with you. This could result in clarity when it comes to commitment and support, which may have been an issue from late July to mid August and was left hanging.

Be mindful of the obligations you take on.

You are in a position to late September to contemplate future plans and possibilities that you may have wanted from late July to mid August but could not finalise. You have the opportunity to engage with others and get a response. This could also have a lot to do with leaving the past behind up to 20th November so you can move on with a new life direction.

Something you thought had become evident since mid August where someone else’s decision making is concerned could again become more unknown to late September. It could be that they need to withdraw to make final decisions. These could involve taking your priorities into account as well as generating some sort of pleasure in life.

Something that wasn’t made perfectly clear or finalised by somebody else between late July and mid August can now return to late September where final decisions need to be made by them. It can be up to you to ensure they do not avoid responsibilities that could leave you with too much to get properly organised or put into place.

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 

                                                                                                           

                                                                                                                

                                                                                              

                                                                                                                            

                                                                                 

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                                                                                                          

                                                                                                           

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                                                                                                                                                                                                      

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Ù«‘È≈˜ «◊ºÒ Á∆ Í≥‹≈Ï∆ «ÎÒÓª ”⁄ Ú≈Í√∆ “‘∂≈ Î∂∆ C” Á∆ ’≈√‡ Ï≈Ò∆Ú∞º‚ «Úº⁄ Ù≈ÈÁ≈ ͤ≈‰ ¡Â∂ ¿∞µ⁄’؇∆ Óπ’≈Ó ’≈«¬Ó ’È «Úº⁄ √¯Ò ‘∆ ‘À ¡Á≈’≈≈ ¡Â∂ ◊≈«¬’≈ Ù«‘È≈˜ «◊ºÒ, ‹Ø ¡Í‰∆ ÈÚ∆∫ Í≥‹≈Ï∆ «ÎÒÓ “«¬º’ ’∞Û∆” Áπ¡≈≈ «¬º’ Ú≈ ÓπÛ Í≥‹≈Ï∆ «√È∂Ó≈ «Ú‘Û∂ «Úº⁄ ¡Í‰∆ Íz Ì ≈Ú∆ ¡≈ÓÁ Á≈ «¬˜‘≈ «√È∂Ó≈ ÁÙ’ª ˘ ’Ú≈¿∞‰ ‹≈ ‘∆ ‘À, «‹√ Á∆ Ù»«‡≥◊ ¿∞È∑ª ÚºÒØ∫ Ï∆Â∆ Ù≈Ó √≥Í»È ’ Ò¬∆ ◊¬∆ ‘À Õ “≈«¬¡≈ «Í’⁄√”, “Ù«‘È≈˜ «◊ºÒ Íz؂ؒÙÈ” ¡Â∂ “¡ÓØ «ÎÒÓ˜” ÚºÒØ∫ √πÔ≥’ »Í «Úº⁄ ω≈¬∆ ¡Â∂ Í∂Ù ’∆Â∆ ‹≈ ‘∆ «¬√ ¡Ê-ÌÍ» «ÎÒÓ Á≈ Ò∂ ÷ È ¡Â∂ «ÈÁ∂ Ù È ¡Ó‹∆ «√≥ÿ √Ø∫ ’ ‘∂ ‘È, ‹Ø «¬√ ÂØ∫ Í«‘Òª Ú∆ ’¬∆ Úº‚∆¡ª ¡Â∂ √πÍ‚∞Í «‘º‡ «ÎÒÓª Á≈ «ÈÁ∂ÙÈ ’ ⁄π’ º ∂ ‘È, «‹≥È∑ª «Úº⁄ “’≈Ò≈ Ù≈‘ ’≈Ò≈”, “fiºÒ∂”, “Ï≈Ï∂ Ì≥◊Û≈ Í≈¿πªÁ∂È∂”, “√Ω∫’‰ √Ω∫’‰∂” ¡Â∂ “‘Ω∫√Ò≈ º÷” Ù≈«ÓÒ ‘∆¡ª ‘ÈÕ Í≥‹≈Ï Á∂ Úº÷-Úº÷ «‘º«√¡ª «Úº⁄ «ÎÒÓ≈¬∆ ◊¬∆ ¿∞’ Ì≈ÚÍ»È ¡Â∂ ¡Ω ’∂∫Á« «ÎÒÓ «Úº⁄ Ò∆«‚≥◊ ¡Â∂ ‡≈¬∆‡Ò ̱«Ó’≈ «Úº⁄ Ș ¡≈Ú∂ ◊ ∆ ¡Á≈’≈≈ Ù«‘È≈˜ «◊ºÒ, «‹≥È∑ª ÚºÒØ∫ ¡Í‰∆ Ï∂Ï≈’ ¡Â∂ ◊ÒÀÓ√ «¬Ó∂˜ ÂØ∫ «ÏÒ’∞Ò «ÚÍ∆ «¬º’ ◊≥Ì∆ ØÒ ˘ Ï∂‘ºÁ ’∞ÙÒÂ≈Í»Ú’ ¡≥˜≈Ó «ÁºÂ≈ «◊¡≈ ‘ÀÕ «ÈÓ≈‰ ÍÛ∑≈¡ ÂØ∫ ⁄⁄≈ ¡Â∂ «÷º⁄ Á≈ ’∂∫Á ω∆ ¿∞ ’  «ÎÒÓ «Úº ⁄

«ÈÓÒ «Ù∆, √π÷«Ú≥Á ⁄≈‘Ò Ú∆ Ó‘ºÂÚÍ»È «’Á≈ª «Úº⁄ ‘È, «‹≥È∑ª ÂØ∫ «‘≥Á∆ ¡Â∂ Í≥‹≈Ï∆ «√È∂Ó≈ È≈Ò ‹∞Û∂ ’∞fi ‘Ø È≈ÓÚ ’Ò≈’≈ Ú∆ «¬√ «ÎÒÓ «Úº⁄ Ș ¡≈¿∞‰◊∂Õ ‘≈Ò ‘∆ «Úº⁄ «Ò∆˜ ‘ج∆ «‘≥Á∆ «ÎÒÓ “«Úº’∆ «Ú«Á¡≈ ’≈ ÚØ‘ Ú≈Ò≈ Ú∆‚∆˙” Á≈ «‘º√≈ ‘∆ ¡Á≈’≈≈ Ù«‘È≈˜ «◊ºÒ ’≈¯∆ ÒßÓ∫∂ Ú’¯∂ Ï≈¡Á Í≥‹≈Ï∆ «√È∂Ó≈ «Úº⁄ Ù≈ÈÁ≈ ’ÓÏÀ’ ’È ‹≈ ‘∆ ‘À, ‹Ø «¬√ ÂØ∫ Í«‘Òª «‹√ «ÎÒÓ «Úº⁄ Ș∆ ͬ∆ ¿∞‘ √∆ √≈Ò B@BA «Úº⁄ ¡≈¬∆ «ÁÒ‹∆ Áπ√ªfi √‡≈ “‘Ω∫√Ò≈ º÷”, «‹√ Á∂ ⁄≈ √≈Òª Ï≈¡Á ¿∞‘ ¡Í‰∆ «¬√ ¡√Ò ’Ó̱ Ó ∆ «Úº ⁄ ÓΩ ˜ » Á ◊∆ Á‹ ’Ú≈¬∂◊∆¢

¡≈«Ó Á∆ «˜≥Á◊∆ «Úº⁄ ÈÚ∆∫ ¡ΩÂ! ¡≈«Ó ÷≈È «¬√ √Ó∂∫ ¡≈͉∂ ÍπºÂ ‹∞ÈÁ À ÷≈È Á∆ «ÎÒÓ “ÒÚÔÍ≈” Á≈ Íz⁄≈ ’ ‘∂ ‘ÈÕ ‹ÁØ∫ «’ ¿∞‘ «¬√ ÍzÓ ∂ ’‘≈‰∆ Á≈ Íz⁄≈ ’ ‘∂ ‘È, ¡«‹‘≈ Òº◊Á≈ ‘À «’ ¡≈«Ó Ò¬∆ ¿∞√Á∆ «Èº‹∆ «˜≥Á◊∆ «Úº⁄ «¬º’ ÈÚ∆∫ Íz∂Ó ’‘≈‰∆ Ù∞» ‘Ø ◊¬∆ ‘ÀÕ B@BA «Úº⁄ ¡≈͉∆ ÍÂÈ∆ «’È ≈˙ ÂØ∫ ÂÒ≈’ Á≈ ¡ÀÒ≈È ’È Ú≈Ò∂ ¡Á≈’≈ ˘ «Î ÂØ∫ «Í¡≈ «ÓÒ «◊¡≈ ‘ÀÕ ¡≈«Ó «’√∂ È≈Ò «ÙÂ∂ «Úº⁄ ‘À ¡Â∂ ’∞fi «ÁÈ Í«‘Òª «¬‘ Ú∆ «ÍØ‡ ’∆Â∆ ◊¬∆ √∆ «’ ¿∞√È∂ ¡≈͉∆ ÈÚ∆∫ Íz∂«Ó’≈ ˘ ¡≈͉∂ Í«Ú≈ È≈Ò «ÓÒ≈«¬¡≈, «¬√ Ò¬∆ ¿∞‘ ¿∞√ Ï≈∂ ’≈¯∆ ◊≥ Ì ∆ ‘À Õ «¬‘ ¡Á≈’≈ ‹Ø Ó≈⁄ «Úº⁄ F@ √≈Ò Á≈ ‘؉ Ú≈Ò≈ ‘À , ’«Ê ÂΩ  ”Â∂ Ï≥◊ÒΩ Á∆ «¬º’ ¡ΩÂ

˘ ‚∂‡ ’ «‘≈ ‘ÀÕ «Í≥’«ÚÒ≈ È∂ ‘∞‰ «ÍØ‡ ’∆Â∆ ‘À «’ «¬√ ‘º√Ó¬∆ ¡Ω Á≈ È≈Ó ◊Ω∆ ‘À ¡Â∂ ¿∞√Á≈ Ï≈Ò∆Ú∞º‚ È≈Ò ’ج∆ √Ï≥Ë È‘∆∫ ‘ÀÕ ‹ÁØ∫ «’ ¡≈«Ó È∂ ¡‹∂ º’ «¬√ ıÏ Á∆ ÍπÙ‡∆ È‘∆∫ ’∆Â∆ ‘À, ¿∞√È∂ ‘≈Ò ‘∆ «Úº⁄ «’‘≈ √∆ «’ ‹ÁØ∫ ¿∞‘ «Í¡≈ «Úº⁄ ‘∞≥Á≈ ‘À ª ¿∞‘ ’≈¯∆ Ì≈Ú∞’ ¡Â∂ ØÓª«‡’ ‘∞≥Á≈ ‘ÀÕ ¡Á≈’≈ È∂ ¡≈͉∂ ÍπºÂ Á∆ «ÎÒÓ “ÒÚÔÍ≈” Á∂ ‡z∂Ò Òª⁄ √Ó≈◊Ó «Úº⁄ «’‘≈ √∆, “ÓÀ∫ Ï‘∞ ØÓª«‡’ ‘ª, «¬‘ Â∞‘≈˘ Ó˜≈’∆¡≈ Òº◊ √’Á≈ ‘À, Í «’Í≈ ’’∂ Ó∂∆¡ª ÁØÚ∂∫ ÍÂÈ∆¡ª ÂØ∫ Íπ º ¤ Ø Õ «¬√ Ò¬∆, Ó∂  ∆¡ª √≈∆¡ª ÓÈÍ√≥Á «ÎÒÓª ØÓª«‡’ ‘ÈÕ ÓÀ∫ ØÓª«‡’ «ÎÒÓª «Úº⁄ ◊∞¡≈⁄ ‹ªÁ≈ ‘ªÕ ÓÀ∫ √º⁄∂ «Í¡≈ «Úº⁄ «ÚÙÚ≈√ º ÷ Á≈ ‘ªÕ «‹Ú∂ ∫ -«‹Ú∂ ∫ ¡√∆∫ «˜≥Á◊∆ «Úº⁄ ÚËÁ∂ ‘ª, «Í¡≈ Ï≈∂ √≈‚∆ √Ófi «Ú’√ ‘∞≥Á∆ ‹ªÁ∆ ‘À¢

Ó∂∂ «ÏȪ ¡Ë»∆: ºϻ

«ÎÒÓ «ÈÓ≈Â≈ ¡Â∂ «ÈÁ∂Ù’ «ÍzÔ≈ÁÙÈ Á∆ √πÍ«‘º‡ ‘≈√√ «ÎÒÓ “‘∂≈ Î∂∆” Á∂ ’Ò≈’≈ª «Úº⁄ Ù≈ÓÒ ¡Á≈’≈≈ ºϻ È∂ «ÎÒÓ Á∂ Â∆‹∂ Ì≈◊ Ï≈∂ √ØÙÒ Ó∆‚∆¡≈ ”Â∂ ÍØ√‡ Í≈¬∆ ‘ÀÕ «¬√ «Úº⁄ ¡Á≈’≈≈ È∂ ¡≈͉∂ ÍzÙ√ ≥ ’ª ˘ «’‘≈ ‘À «’ ¿∞√ Á∂ «ÏȪ “‘∂≈ Î∂∆ C” Á∆ ’≈√‡ ¡Ë»∆ ‘∂◊∆Õ “‘∂≈ Î∂∆” «Úº⁄ ºϻ Á∂ √«‘-’Ò≈’≈ ¡’ÙÀ ’∞Ó≈ È∂ ‘≈Ò ‘∆ «Úº⁄ «ÍzÔ≈ÁÙÈ ˘ ‹ÈÓ «ÁÈ Á∆ ÚË≈¬∆ «ÁºÂ∆ √∆Õ «¬√ Á∂ ‹Ú≈Ï «Úº⁄ «ÎÒÓ «ÈÓ≈Â≈ È∂ «’‘≈ √∆ «’ “‘∂≈ Î∂∆ C” ω≈¿∞‰ Ò¬∆ «Â¡≈ ‘ÀÕ ÂºÏ» È∂ «¬≥√‡≈◊z≈Ó ”Â∂ ¡’ÙÀ Á∆ √ªfi≈ ’∆Â≈ ‘ÀÕ ¿∞√ È∂ «Ò«÷¡≈, ““Ï∂Ùº’, ’≈√‡ Ó∂∂ «ÏȪ Í»∆ È‘∆∫ ‘ØÚ∂◊∆Õ”” “‘∂≈ Î∂∆” ◊À≈‹ Ó≈«Ò’ Ï≈Ï»≈˙ ◊‰ÍÂ≈˙ ¡≈͇∂ (Í∂Ù ≈ÚÒ), ⁄Ò≈’ «Ú¡’Â∆ ≈‹» (¡’ÙÀ ’∞Ó≈) ¡Â∂ √≥ÿÙÙ∆Ò ˆ∆Ï «Ù¡≈Ó (√πÈ∆Ò ÙÀµ‡∆) Áπ¡≈Ò∂ ÿ∞Ó ≥ Á∆ ‘ÀÕ «¬√ «ÎÒÓ «Úº⁄ ºϻ È∂ ¡È∞≈Ë≈ Á≈ «’Á≈ «ÈÌ≈«¬¡≈ ‘ÀÕ «¬‘ «Â≥ÈØ∫ ¡Á≈’≈ B@@F «Úº⁄ ¡≈¬∆ «ÎÒÓ Á∂ ¡◊Ò∂ Ì≈◊ “«Î ‘∂≈ Î∂∆” «Úº⁄ Ș ¡≈¬∂ √È Í ºϻ ¿∞√ «Úº⁄ Ù≈ÓÒ È‘∆∫ √∆Õ «ÎÒÓ Á∂ «ÈÓ≈Â≈Úª È∂ ‘≈Ò∂ Â’ «ÎÒÓ Á∂ ¡◊Ò∂ Ì≈◊ Á∂ ’Ò≈’≈ª Á≈ ¡ÀÒ≈È È‘∆∫ ’∆Â≈ ‘ÀÕ

“ÓΩ’∂” Ú≈-Ú≈ È‘∆∫ ¡≈¿π∫Á∂ :¡’Ù≈ «√≥ÿ

ÌØ‹Íπ∆ «√È∂Ó≈ Á∆ ÓÙ‘» ¡Á≈’≈≈ ¡Â∂ ◊≈«¬’≈ ¡’Ù≈ «√≥ÿ ˘ ¡º‹ ‘ ’ج∆ ‹≈‰Á≈ ‘ÀÕ ¡≈͉∆ «Ó‘È ¡Â∂ Ò◊È È≈Ò, ¿∞√È∂ È≈ «√Î ÌØ‹Íπ∆ «ÎÒÓ «¬≥‚√‡∆ «Úº⁄ ÏÒ«’ Á∂Ù Ì «Úº⁄ ¡≈͉≈ «¬º’ ÷≈√ È≈Ó Ï‰≈«¬¡≈ ‘ÀÕ Í‡È≈ Á∂ ◊ªË∆ ÓÀÁ≈È ”⁄ “ÍπÙÍ≈ B” Á∂ ‡zÒ ∂  Òª⁄ ”Â∂ ¡’Ù≈ Á∂ Ù≈ÈÁ≈ ÍzÁÙÈ È∂ ¿∞È∑ª ˘ √≈¿±Ê «ÎÒÓ «¬≥‚√‡∆ ”⁄ Ú∆ ÓÙ‘» ’ «ÁºÂ≈ Í ’∆ Â∞√∆∫ ‹≈‰Á∂ ‘Ø «’

¡’Ù≈ Á∆ «¬√ √ÎÒÂ≈ Á∂ «Íº¤∂ «¬’ ÷≈√ «Ú¡’Â∆ Á≈ ‘ºÊ ‘ÀÕ ¡’Ù≈ È∂ «¬º’ ÍØ ‚ ’≈√‡ «Úº ⁄ ¡≈͉∂ ’∆¡ Á∂ Ù∞»¡≈Â∆ «ÁȪ Ï≈∂ ÷πºÒ∑ ’∂ ◊ºÒ ’∆Â∆Õ ‹ÁØ∫ «¬‘ Í㮧 ¤¡≈ «◊¡≈ «’ ¿∞√È∂ ÌØ‹Íπ∆ «¬≥‚√‡∆ ˘ «’¿π∫ ⁄π«‰¡≈ ª ¿∞√È∂ «’‘≈, ÓÀ∫ Ú∆ √Ø«⁄¡≈ «’ ÌØ‹Íπ∆ «’¿π∫? Í «¬‘ Ó∂∆ «’√Ó √∆ ¡Â∂ ÓÀ∫ ÷πÙ ‘ª «’ ÓÀ∫ «¬√ «¬≥‚√‡∆ ˘ ⁄π«‰¡≈Õ ¡’Ù≈ Á∆ «˜≥Á◊∆ ”⁄ Úº‚≈ ÓØÛ ¿∞ÁØ∫ ¡≈«¬¡≈ ‹ÁØ∫ ¿∞√ ˘ ÌØ‹Íπ∆ «ÎÒÓª Á∂ √πÍ√‡≈ Ú∆ «’ÙÈ Á≈ √≈Ê «Ó«Ò¡≈Õ ¡’Ù≈ È∂ ÷πÒ≈√≈ ’∆Â≈ «’ Ú∆ «’ÙÈ È∂ ‘∆ ¿∞√ ˘ «ÎÒÓª ”⁄ Í«‘Ò≈ ÓΩ’≈ «ÁºÂ≈ √∆Õ ¿∞È∑ª «’‘≈, Ú∆ «’ÙÈ ‹∆ È∂ ÓÀ˘ «’‘≈ √∆ «’ ÓΩ’∂ Ú≈Ú≈ È‘∆∫ ¡≈¿πªÁ∂Õ ‹Ø Ú∆ ÓΩ’≈ «ÓÒ∂, ¿∞√ ˘ ÍzÓ≈ÂÓ≈ Á≈ ÚÁ≈È Ó≥È ’∂ √Ú∆’≈ ’ØÕ ¿∞Ȫ∑ Á∆ «¬√ ◊ºÒ È∂ ¡’Ù≈ Á∂ «ÁÒ

˘ ¤»‘ «Ò¡≈ ¡Â∂ ¿∞√È∂ ¡≈͉∂ ’∆¡ Á∆ Í«‘Ò∆ «ÎÒÓ «Úº⁄ Ú∆ «’ÙÈ È≈Ò ’≥Ó ’È Á≈ ÎÀ√Ò≈ ’∆Â≈Õ ¿∞√ √Ó∂∫ ¡’Ù≈ «√Î AF-AG √≈Ò Á∆ √∆Õ Ì≈ ÿ‡≈¿∞‰ Ò¬∆ ͺ’≈ «¬≈Á≈ ’∆Â≈ «ÎÒÓª ”⁄ ¡≈¿∞‰ ÂØ∫ Í«‘Òª ¡’Ù≈ Á≈ Ì≈ ’≈Î∆ «˜¡≈Á≈ √∆Õ ¡’Ù≈ È∂ Áº«√¡≈ «’ Ú∆ «’ÙÈ È∂ ¿∞√ ˘ “¡≈Ò»¡ª Á∆ ÏØ∆” ’«‘ ’∂ Ó˜≈’ ¿∞‚≈«¬¡≈ √∆Õ ‘≈Òª«’, «¬√ È∂ ¡’Ù≈ ˘ Íz∂« ’∆Â≈ ¡Â∂ ¿∞√È∂ ¡≈͉≈ Ì≈ ÿ‡≈¿∞‰ Á≈ ÎÀ√Ò≈ ’∆Â≈Õ

¡≈˜≈Á∆ ’Ω‰ È‘∆∫ ⁄≈‘∞≥Á≈, ‘ ’ج∆ Ï≥ËȪ ÂØ∫ ¡≈˜≈Á ‘؉≈ ⁄≈‘∞≥Á≈ ‘ÀÕ “◊À∫◊√ ¡≈Î Ú≈√∂Íπ” ¡Â∂ “‹ΩÒ∆ ¡ÀµÒ. ¡ÀÒ.Ï∆.

B” Ú◊∆¡ª «ÎÒÓª ”⁄ Ș ¡≈ ⁄πº’∆ ‘∞Ó≈ ’∞ÀÙ∆, ‹Ø ‘∞‰ Ò∂÷’ Ú∆ ω ⁄πº’∆ ‘À, Á≈ ’«‘‰≈ ‘À «’ ¡√Ò ¡≈˜≈Á∆ ¿∞√ «ÁÈ ¡≈Ú∂◊∆, ‹ÁØ∫ √≈˘ «ÏȪ «’√∂ «Òß◊ Ì∂Á Á∂ √Ú∆’≈ ’∆Â≈ ‹≈Ú∂◊≈Õ ‘∞Ó≈, «‹√ È∂ “‹ºÏ≈ «Á ¡À’√∆‚À∫‡Ò √πÍ‘∆Ø” Ȫ Á≈ È≈ÚÒ «Ò«÷¡≈ ‘À, È∂ ¡≈͉∆ «’Â≈Ï Á∂ Óπ÷ º «’Á≈ Ï≈∂ ◊ºÒ ’Á∂ ‘ج∂ «’‘≈, ÓÀ˘ “√ÍØÒ‡ ◊Ò˜” Á≈ √≥’ÒÍ Ï‘∞ Í√≥Á ‘ÀÕ ÓÀ∫ ¡Ωª ˘ «¬‘ Áº√«Á¡ª ʺ’ ◊¬∆ ‘ª «’ ¿∞Ȫ∑ ˘ «’Ú∂∫ Í«‘ȉ≈ ⁄≈‘∆Á≈ ‘À, ¿∞Ȫ∑ ˘ «’Ú∂∫ ⁄ºÒ‰≈ ⁄≈‘∆Á≈ ‘À, ¿∞È∑ª Á≈ «ÚÚ‘≈ «’Ú∂∫ ’È≈ ⁄≈‘∆Á≈ ‘ÀÕ ‘∞Ó≈ È∂ ¡º◊∂ «’‘≈, Á¡√Ò, √≈˘ ¿∞√ «ÁÈ ¡≈˜≈Á∆ «ÓÒ∂◊∆ ‹ÁØ∫ ¡Ωª ¡Â∂ ¿∞È∑ª Á∆¡ª ⁄؉ª ˘ «ÏȪ «’√∂ «Òß◊ Ì∂Á Á∂ √Ú∆’≈ ’∆Â≈ ‹≈Ú∂◊≈Õ Ó∂∂ Ò¬∆, «¬‘

‘∞‰ º’ Á∆ √Ì ÂØ∫ Úº‚∆ ¡≈˜≈Á∆ ‘ØÚ∂◊∆, «‹ºÊ∂ Â∞‘≈˘ «¬‘ Ï‰È Á∆ ¡≈˜≈Á∆ ‘ØÚ∂◊∆ «’ Â∞√∆∫ ’Ω‰ ‘Ø ¡Â∂ Â∞‘≈˘ «¬√ ◊ºÒ Á∆ «Íz˜Ó ÂØ∫ È‘∆∫ Á∂«÷¡≈ ‹≈Ú∂◊≈ «’ Â∞√∆∫ ÓÁ ‘Ø ‹ª ¡ΩÂÕ ‘∞Ó≈ È∂ «’‘≈ «’ ¿∞√ Á≈ Ò∂÷‰∆ Á∆ ÁπÈ∆¡≈ «Úº⁄ ’ÁÓ º÷‰≈ √πÌ≈«Ú’ √∆Õ ¿∞√ È∂ «’‘≈, ““¡«ÌÈÀ ’Á∂ ‘ج∂ ÓÀ˘ Úº÷-Úº÷ «’Á≈ «ÈÌ≈¿∞‰ Á≈ ÓΩ’≈ «Ó«Ò¡≈, «‹√ È≈Ò ÓÀ∫ «Ò÷‰ Ò¬∆ Íz«∂  ‘ج∆Õ”” ¿∞√ È∂ Áº«√¡≈ «’ ¿∞‘ √≈≈ «ÁÈ ‘ ؘ È‘∆∫ «Ò÷Á∆ √∆, √◊Ø∫ √Ú∂∂ √Ú∂∂ ¡≈͉∆ «’Â≈Ï Á∂ ’∞fi Í≥È∂ «Ò÷‰ ÚºÒ «Ë¡≈È «Á≥Á∆ √∆Õ ‘∞Ó≈ È∂ «’‘≈, «¬√ «’Â≈Ï Á∂ √≈∂ Í≈Â «’√∂ È≈ «’√∂ ‘ºÁ º’ Ó∂∆ Ù÷√∆¡Â Á≈ «‘º√≈ ‘ÈÕ «Ò÷‰≈ Ó∂∂ Ò¬∆ ¡≈͉∂ «Ú⁄≈ª ¡Â∂ ˜«Ï¡ª ˘ ÒØ’ª º’ Í‘∞≥⁄≈¿∞‰ Á≈ Ó≈«Ë¡Ó ‘ÀÕ ‘ «’√∂ ’ØÒ Â≈’ ‘∞Á ≥ ∆ ‘À, Í «¬√ ˘ ͤ≈‰È Á∆ √ÓºÊ≈ Úº÷∆ ‘πøÁ∆ ‘À¢

Ì∂ÁÌ≈Ú ÷ÂÓ ‘؉ ”Â∂ ¡Ωª ˘ “¡√Ò∆ ¡≈˜≈Á∆” «ÓÒ∂◊∆ : ‘∞Ó≈ ’∞ÀÙ∆

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Friday, February 14th, 2025

2025 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Trailhunter – The Ultimate Tacoma pickup!

Review by Veeno Dwan.

The Toyota Tacoma is Canada’s best- In terms of powertrains, the previous selling model in the midsize truck turbo V6 is now replaced by a hybrid segment. And it is not hard to see why, version of this powertrain, as standard as always offering an excellent com- on the Trailhunter. This new unit still bination of good looks, performance, pumps out 278 horsepower and comreliability, and good resale. For 2025, bined with hybrid 48-hp electric motor makes up an impressive 326 horses. the Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Hybrid The nickel–metal hydride (NiMH) is a new addition to the line up. This battery has a capacity of 1.87 kWh and is a more adventure themed version of is self charging. Torque is main thing the beloved truck and takes its cues here with a gobsmacking 200 lb-ft and amplifies them from the awesome increase to 465 hp. The transmission Safety is high with the latest Toyota’s or mud. Steering only becomes chore Toyota TRD Pro trim lineup. Do note, is an eight-speed automatic transmiswhile the Base Tacoma HEV is priced sion with a low-range transfer case and Safety Suite as standard equipment, in tight parking lots thanks to the sixat $63,390 – the Trailhunter version selectable four-wheel drive. the Trail- For serious trail “hunters” there is the foot pickup bed. Complaints are few, as tested adds a whopping $19,016 hunter’s tow rating of 2,699 kg (5,950 clever Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) but exist, there is no short bed option worth of options (Final price - $85,016 lb). , Meanwhile, the Trailhunter’s system with the forward-facing camera and radio tuning is a chore. Also, the and radar sensors and predictive brak- noise from the front pillar noise might including freight and PDI). payload is rated at 710 kg (1,565 lb) ing and steering input for navigating be annoying to some – but not the hard in the six-foot long pickup bed.

First off is the lifted suspension – 51 core off-roaders I am sure! off- road conditions. mm (2.0 in) up front, 38 mm (1.5 in) Inside, the cabin has such details as One benefit of the new powertrain is To sum up, the Tacoma Trailhunter is in the back – and Goodyear Wrangler unique yellow seat piping and the the 2025 Tacoma Hybrid’s slightly bet- a whole lot of truck with the expensive Territory all-terrain tires with exclu- Toyota branding. and a neat removter fuel ratings of 10.5 L/100 km in the options equipment as standard, but sive- neat -looking bronze finished able speaker integrated into the dash. city, 9.9 on the highway, and 10.3 com- then again it has all the high-perforwheels. Also added are flared wheel Inside, there’s heated and ventilated bined. On the road, the first thing you mance adventure and off- road toys arch fenders, pro- grade underbody seats, a heated steering wheel, and du, accessories, and add-ons you could al-zone climate control. The rear seat notice is the tremendous torque surge rock sliders, heavy duty ARB steel want. But just as importantly it i all and pickup bed both have AC outlets. thanks to the new hybrid powertrain bumpers and tow-points front and rear.

Major improvements in the cabin as engine. Low end power is quick to factory fitted and warranted by Toyota.

The Trailhunter also has after market far as I could tell was the better, more materialize in acceleration, despite The Trailhunter is great step up from Rigid accessory and fog lights that relaxed driving position and slightly a substantial weight penalty of 300 the TRD Pro version of the Tacoma can be alternated to clear and amber. bigger rear seats. Standard Interior kg compared to the older model. The and will not disappoint. A great truck Emphasizing its adventure ready lifefeatures include Voice Activated Audio Tacoma is an easy to drive, satisfying for serious work and more than serious style chops, there is also an onboard and Phone systems, Apple Carplay, truck. Yes there is some truck rumble play! BEST N CLASS. air compressor to inflate tires or ac- Android, USB, and Bluetooth con- and the harsher steering feedback, but 2025 Toyota Tacoma hybrid Trail cessories. A high-mounted air intake nectivity. Inside, there is a neat, simple that is too be expected really. In conHunter : priced from $63,390. along the passenger-side B-pillar adds designs, but the cabin does look very trast the Tacoma excels on rough trails to the no-nonsense macho looks sub- durable and well finished. Simple logi- and gravel. Four-wheel drive and the Price as tested- $85,06: Including options plus freight and PDI. stantially. It is one impressive looking cal controls have glove friendly large multi-mode function adjusts for differtruck for sure.

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In Loving Memory of Balwinder Singh Aulakh It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Balwinder Singh Aulakh.

We invite family and friends to join us in honoring and celebrating his life.

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