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International Mother Language Day

Punjabi Language Education Association (PLEA) has been actively promoting Punjabi language in Canada for more than 30 years. As part of this process, every year, it celebrates International Mother Language Day to create more awareness about our mother tongue in the community. This year’s celebration will be held at Taj Park Convention Centre in Surrey on Saturday, February 21 from 12 noon to 3 PM. The PLEA team of dedicated volunteers has been working hard to make this celebration a very enjoyable one.

Throughout the year, PLEA continues to lobby various levels of government, private organizations, businesses and the community promoting Punjabi.

Incidentally, in Canada, Punjabi has now become the third most spoken language after English and French. It has more than two million speakers of Punjabi all over Canada. Internationally, Punjabi is the tenth most spoken language in the world with more than 150 million speakers.

This year’s celebration of International Mother Language Day will have B.C.’s

Minister of Post Secondary Education, Jessie Sunner, as its keynote speaker. Prominent retired RCMP officer and current Senator Baltej Singh Dhillon will share his experience and the benefits of Punjabi language. Students from various schools,K.P.U UBC and S.F.U. will share their speeches, poems and stories with the audience. Two students-Rohan Gill and Jayden Gill- will share a film with the attendees. There will be several other performances and activities relating to Punjabi language. Courtesy of Taj Park Convention Centre, refreshments will be available. There is ample free parking. Public is invited to join us in celebrating this very

special day devoted to Punjabi language.

In this context, it is very encouraging to see a lot of government and non- government organizations and businesses provide their services in Punjabi. Most of our banks, credit unions and other financial institutions, hospitals, city halls and other organizations are proud to provide their services in Punjabi as well. Vancouver international airport was one of the first ones to provide services in Punjabi at the airport and welcome the international passengers in Punjabi. Similarly, public corporations like ICBC provide their claim services in Punjabi. A lot of banks have their ATM services in Punjabi as well.

More services in Punjabi at various levels are being added to the list. PLEA is very thankful to all of them for their support for Punjabi. At this gathering there will be a brief information about the upcoming Census.

Every five years, Statistics Canada conducts a very comprehensive census nationwide. This year, it will be held in May. . Print and online forms for the census should be available before that. There will be three questions about language – question #s 8,9 and 10. PLEA would like to urge everyone to participate in the census and fill out and return the forms to Statistics Canada when the time comes. It is our civic duty to do so. Also, PLEA would like to urge well-wishers and lovers of Punjabi language to mark Punjabi as their language at the designated places. In the meantime, we would like to urge all well-wishers of Punjabi language to join us in this celebration on February 21. Balwant Sanghera

President, Punjabi Language Education Association (PLEA)

B.C. businesses say crime is driving fear, costs and silence

More than half of B.C. small businesses say crime has gotten worse in their communities, and nearly eight in ten say governments are not working well together to address public safety challenges, according to an October 2025 survey by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

The survey also shows that many business owners are no longer reporting crime, signalling a growing loss of confidence in the public safety system. Owners say they often do not report incidents because they do not expect a timely response or meaningful follow-up.

“When businesses tell us they no longer call the police or file reports, that’s a serious warning sign,” said Ryan Mitton, CFIB’s Director of Legislative Affairs for B.C. “We are hearing that confidence in the system is breaking down. Crime is not only becoming more common for small businesses, but increasingly something they feel forced to manage on their own.”

The CFIB survey further revealed that, among B.C. businesses:

85% say the taxes they pay do not translate to improvements in community safety.

60% of owners are concerned about their personal safety, and the safety of staff and customers, due to crime and community safety issues.

Fewer than four in ten businesses are satisfied with the response time or service provided by law enforcement when calling about a crime or community safety issue. A similar share say they “always” file a police report.

For many businesses, particularly in downtown cores and commercial corridors, crime and street disorder have become part of daily operations. Owners report repeated theft and vandalism, higher spending on security measures, and growing concerns about staff being harassed or threatened while at work or closing up at night.

“We are hearing that crimes are going unreported because businesses say they are losing faith in the administration of B.C.’s justice system,” added Mitton. “While some new programs like CSTEP show early promise, B.C. businesses still need their governments to enforce the law, improve service levels and provide financial grants to businesses in need of security upgrades or vandalism repairs.”

Survey results are based on responses from 332 CFIB members between October 9-24, 2025.

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2026 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid – Award winner!

Review by Veeno Dewan.

The Honda Civic has been the bestselling car in Canada for almost a quarter century and the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid - was honored with the prestigious 2025 North American Car of the Year™ award.

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For 2026, the 5 Civic returns as a fivepassenger, five-door 10th generation model available as either as sedan or hatchback in normally aspirated or gasoline hybrid versions. There is a plethora of trim lines to choose from. Meanwhile the performance Si and Type R Civic returns with more power and upgrades. The 2026 Civic sedans sleek, neat stylish, understated design that will not polarize buyers or age terribly. The lines are cleaner with a larger greenhouse for a more spacious interior feeling.

The top-line Sport Touring Hybrid as evaluated is distinguished externally by unique 18 -inch wheels and a sporty front fascia with body color headlight trim, honeycomb grille, lower spoiler and body color garnish panel and dark rear taillights. Hybrid models also have tuned suspension and damping along with more noise suppression features.

The Hybrid arrives with additional power courtesy of a turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with twin electric motors for a total of 200

Horsepower. The transmission in the hybrid is an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) with selectable drive modes, including Sport and Individual with customizable driver settings for steering and gauge displays.

The Sport Touring Hybrid version arrives with a long list of equipment including: LED headlights, taillights, and fog lights, 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, upgraded, larger 9-inch infotainment touchscreen with embedded navigation, heated front, and rear seats, plus a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel. Also included is integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Top trims are also equipped with a Google capability, and front USB C ports, .12-speaker premium Bose sound system, wireless phone charging, GPS navigation, and leather-trimmed seating surfaces. The 2026 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid has a starting price of approximately $37,600 for the sedan and $39,500 for the hatchback, before PDI, freight, fees and taxes.

Safety is also high with newly designed front airbags, rear side airbags, and an updated suite of driver assistance features including a wide-angle front view camera and an all -around blind-spot monitoring system.

The new cabin design for the 2026 Civic is wonderful, with comfortable supportive seats and plenty of occupant room both front and rear. There is an easy-to-use infotainment system, bright clear digital displays, and comprehensive instrument cluster unit. The cabin design is clean and ergonomically almost perfect. Switchgear, dials, and control knobs are all impeccably designed for form and function. A standout feature is the exquisite metal honeycomb vent covers that stretch across the dashboard. The interior features upscale materials like soft-touch plastics and brushed aluminum trim. Moving to the rear, you gain roomy comfortable seats and there is adequate legroom for at least three passengers at a push. Note, that even the top Touring does not have rear air ventilation controls for the passengers which is odd at this level.

On the road, the new Civic is stiffer than before with a lower centre of gravity and a wider track for a more stable quieter and smoother on-road ride. The Hybrid model specific suspension irons out rough surfaces, while handling is nicely balanced. Drive feel was refined, smooth. The e turbo engine is a gem of motor and works seamlessly with hybrid powertrain.

Handling and cornering is impressive. The Civic is wholesome fun to drive. Acceleration is good for everyday driving. The electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) provides smooth power delivery and works smoothly in conjunction with hybrid powertrain. The Hybrids’ fuel economy is rated at 4.7 L/100 km in the city and 5.1 L/100 km on the highway, with a combined rating of 4.9 L/100 km.

Overall, the 2026 Civic impresses. The core values of this perennial Canadian 25 -Year best-seller remain intact: value, versatility, comfort, a classy interior, and solid build quality. Negatives are few, there is no All-Wheel Drive, PHEV or full EV version as yet, The top Touring Hybrid is priced high in this sector, however the quality and engineering reflects that. Plus, resale value will be very high given Honda’s famed reliability and build quality.

Highly recommended as top in its sector, whatever model you choose , you know you are getting value. The Honda Civic Sport Touring is the one to get if you swing for it. The latest 2025 North American Car of the Year™ award is the ultimate proof of why this car is the best compact sedan money can buy – Official!

2026 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid; Priced from $39,500 - plus $1,830 freight, PDI and fees.

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Helping people, communities affected by flooding

Disaster Financial Assistance helps cover uninsurable losses from disasters

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) is now available for eligible people, businesses and communities in the southwestern British Columbia affected by flooding from the heavy rainfall Dec. 10-19, 2025.

Eligible communities

This assistance applies to floodaffected people, businesses and communities within the geographic boundaries of the following areas:

City of Abbotsford

Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District

Electoral Areas

Capital Regional District Electoral Areas

City of Chilliwack

Fraser Valley Regional District

District of Hope

Village of Pemberton City of Port Coquitlam

Leqʼá:mel First Nation

Matsqui First Nation

Semá:th First Nation

Stsailes First Nation

Tsartlip First Nation

What Disaster Financial Assistance can cover

For renters and owners, insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family in the event of a disaster. In situations where insurance

was not available, DFA may compensate for sudden, unexpected and uninsurable essential losses.

This may include building repairs to a damaged principal residence, clean up and debris removal, and replacement of essential personal effects. DFA is unable to compensate for losses for which insurance was reasonably and readily available.

Applying for DFA

DFA is available to homeowners, renters, business owners, farmers, corporation-owned properties, charitable organizations and communities

to cover uninsurable disaster-related losses.

Applications for this DFA event must be submitted to the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness within 90 calendar days of the event authorization. The deadline to submit applications is April 13, 2026.

An online DFA application portal for private-sector applicants was launched in 2024. The portal is now available to public-sector applicants, making it quicker and easier for individuals, organizations, local governments and First Nations to apply for support for eligible, uninsurable disaster-related losses.

Local governments and First Nations

Local governments and First Nations that have infrastructure damage resulting from the December flooding should submit a local government DFA application as soon as possible.

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How to have shame-free conversations with your kids

Nobody said being a parent would be easy, but some challenges can feel especially daunting. One is the prospect of talking to your kids about the experiences they’re having growing up.

For example, conversations with kids about their bodies can be challenging. Kids encounter a lot of information from their friends, school and online—and a lot of it isn’t body-positive, especially for girls. Even something natural like their periods can be fraught with stigma, shame, teasing and bullying, making it an important topic to cover with kids of all genders. Here are some things to keep in mind to get the conversation going:

Create a shame-free space. Most kids are very self-conscious, especially when it comes to stigmatized subjects. Framing the conversation around comfort and openness can make a big difference. Talk somewhere familiar and

where they’ll feel safe and confident. Make sure they know it’s okay to ask questions and that you won’t get mad or think less of them for anything they say.

Meet them where they’re at. A good place to start is getting a sense of what kids know and think. This helps you understand their current knowledge, while also giving them some stake and agency by having them open the conversation.

Build your own confidence. It’s okay not to know everything, but having a solid knowledge base about the issues you discuss goes a long way. Depending on the topic, you can often find free resources online. For example, The Period Purse offers free educational courses about periods, and advice on how to talk to kids about them in a positive, shame-free way.

Doug McCallum Calls for Dedicated Aerial Support and Modern Policing Technology Funding

Escalating extortion crisis requires immediate joint provincial-federal initiative

Surrey, BC – Former Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum has formally written to the federal Minister of Public Safety and British Columbia’s Solicitor General calling for immediate joint provincial–federal funding to establish a dedicated police helicopter and advanced policing technology to counter the escalating extortion crisis affecting Surrey residents and business owners.

In his letter, McCallum outlines the scale and urgency of the threat, noting a surge in extortion-related shootings and intimidation tied to organized criminal networks currently operating with impunity. Surrey Police Ser-

vice investigators have already dealt with more than 30 extortion cases by mid-January, averaging roughly two reports per day so far in 2026.

The current threat environment demands additional, specialized capacity to reflect the operational realities facing the City of Surrey, according to McCallum.

“In cities confronting sustained gang violence, aerial units are a core operational tool that allow police to respond faster, track suspects in real time, and coordinate safely across ground units,” says McCallum.

The letter references Canadian comparators including Winnipeg, which

has long operated its own police helicopter, and Calgary, which maintains a two-helicopter fleet as part of its HAWCS unit. McCallum is calling for the helicopter to be funded as part of a broader, time-limited publicsafety package that also includes automatic licence plate recognition expansion, tactical drone capability, gunfire detection pilots, and dedicated digital forensics support focused on extortion investigations.

“I am stepping forward to advocate for support from the federal and provincial governments,” adds McCallum. “Surrey needs modern public-

safety tools that match the reality on the ground.”

McCallum is urging both governments to convene Surrey officials and policing leadership within 30 days to establish a matched funding agreement with clear timelines and accountability measures. He notes that both the federal and provincial governments have previously created targeted funding programs to address specific threats, including security enhancements for at-risk communities and institutions, and argues the same principle must now apply to residents and businesses being targeted by organized extortion.

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Taking steps to power North Coast growth, clean energy

BC Hydro signs MOU with Ksi Lisims LNG for North Coast Transmission Line

New memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Ksi Lisims LNG and BC Hydro confirms interconnection steps for supply of 600 megawatts of clean electricity to the proposed floating LNG facility on Nisga’a Treaty Lands, enabling one of the largest industrial projects in the region

Ksi Lisims LNG is expected to attract nearly $30 billion in investment, create thousands of skilled careers and strengthen Canada’s position as a global LNG exporter

The North Coast Transmission Line is expected to help power major projects that will create approximately 9,700 direct full-time jobs, contribute nearly $10 billion per year to gross domestic product (GDP) and generate approximately $950 million annually in public revenues for the Province and municipal governments

British Columbia is taking a major step toward powering its clean economy and unlocking growth on the North Coast.

BC Hydro has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Ksi Lisims LNG, a key step toward securing a major customer for the North Coast Transmission Line.

The MOU provides clarity on how and when BC Hydro will deliver as much as 600 megawatts of clean electricity

to the proposed floating LNG facility on Nisga’a Treaty Lands, enabling one of the largest industrial projects in the region. The MOU helps Ksi Lisims LNG move toward a final investment decision and reaffirms the need for the North Coast Transmission Line. Both these projects have been identified as nationally significant by the federal government.

“By taking the next step in securing Ksi Lisims LNG as a major customer and moving forward with the North Coast Transmission Line, we’re delivering the clean power needed to fuel new industries, strengthen communities and create thousands of good-paying jobs,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions. “These projects will attract billions in investment and ensure First Nations are full partners in building a sustainable, competitive economy.”

Ksi Lisims LNG is expected to attract nearly $30 billion in investment, create thousands of skilled careers and strengthen Canada’s position as a global LNG exporter. The project is required to be net-zero ready by 2030. Once connected to BC Hydro’s clean-electricity grid, Ksi Lisims will produce LNG with net-zero emissions, giving B.C. a competitive advantage over other jurisdictions by supplying reliable, lower-carbon energy to its customers.

“This memorandum of understanding is a critical step to connecting Ksi Lisims LNG to BC Hydro’s clean electricity grid,” said Eva Clayton, president, Nisga’a Nation. “It gives us the clarity that we need to continue to advance our project toward producing the world’s lowest emission LNG, while reflecting the Nisga’a Nation’s commitment to development that protects our environment and creating lasting benefits for the Nisga’a Nation and other nations and communities in the region.”

The North Coast region is experiencing rapid expansion in mining, critical minerals, LNG, ports and technology. Demand for electricity exceeds the capacity of the existing 500-kilovolt transmission line running 450 kilometres from Prince George to Terrace. To meet this demand and unlock clean economic growth, BC Hydro is advancing the North Coast Transmission Line.

This investment will twin the existing line, more than doubling electricity capacity in the region, creating thousands of jobs and attracting billions in private investment. The North Coast Transmission Line will unlock tends of billions of dollars in shovel-ready industrial projects throughout northwestern B.C., including the north coast.

“The North Coast Transmission Line is critical to B.C.’s economic future, and today’s MOU with Ksi Lisims LNG underscores that importance,” said Charlotte Mitha, president and CEO, BC Hydro. “Ksi Lisims LNG is a significant customer, and their commitment builds on the strong interest and support we’re seeing from other customers who are also moving forward with plans to connect to the line. This investment will deliver the clean electricity needed to power major industries, expand trade and strengthen communities across the north coast.”

The North Coast Transmission Line is expected to help power major projects that will create approximately 9,700 direct full-time jobs, contribute nearly $10 billion per year to GDP and generate approximately $950 million annually in public revenues for the Province and municipal governments. It will also help prevent two to three million tonnes of carbon emissions annually, supporting B.C.’s climate goals while powering economic growth.

The next major steps for the transmission project include awarding the clearing and access contract for Phase 1, obtaining the required permits and regulatory approvals, and a final investment decision by BC Hydro’s board of directors. Construction is expected to start in summer 2026, with phased completion targeted for 2030.

Continuing engagement for Heritage Conservation Act

Legislation will be delayed, enabling further feedback

Government is postponing the introduction of proposed amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act that had originally been anticipated for spring 2026.

This decision reflects the need to continue engagement to gather and incorporate additional feedback

from industry, local governments and First Nations. Input received to date has confirmed the importance of streamlining the permitting for major projects on Crown land and private residential projects, ensuring quicker community rebuilds following a disaster, and better protecting

heritage and significant First Nations cultural sites.

The Ministry of Forests will continue to engage with industry, project proponents, First Nations, local governments and other interested parties. Specifically, the Province will be inviting industry partners to a cross-

sector meeting in the coming weeks to discuss the permitting process, and will continue to welcome feedback as the work progresses.

Progress updates and new information will be shared as it becomes available and posted to the project website.

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Selling your gold or jewellery?

How to do it

safely

Selling gold or jewellery can be a great way to unlock value from items you no longer wear or need. However, the process can be confusing, and if not approached carefully, risky. Here’s what you need to know to make safe and informed decisions when selling your precious items.

Where to buy and sell. Gold and jewellery can be sold at various places, including pawn shops, online marketplaces, local gold buyers and specialized retailers. Some things to keep in mind:

Pawn shops offer quick cash, but often at lower prices.

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Online marketplaces provide direct access to buyers, but carry a higher risk of scams.

Gold buyers and jewellers are professionals who offer fair market value, but be sure to look for reputable dealers.

The most common mistakes when buying and selling gold or jewellery: Accepting the first offer

Not knowing the current market price of gold

Dealing with unverified buyers

Always do your research and know the current market value before negotiating. Verifying buyers and avoiding scams. Safety is extremely important when dealing with valuables. Before doing business with a person or place, verify their credentials. This includes checking for business licences, as well as reading reviews and ratings on trusted platforms. Steer clear of anyone requesting upfront fees—legitimate buyers won’t require you to pay for appraisals or shipping before a sale. Arrange meetings in public places or at retail locations, and bring a friend if possible. Finally, ask for a written offer that includes weight, purity and price per gram.

For a safe and straightforward selling experience, consider established retailers, such as Canada Gold, that provide a transparent transaction process and make sure you understand the value of your items before making a decision.

Da Vinci Xi arrives at Surrey Memorial Hospital

Fraser Health’s regional robotic surgical program is taking a giant leap forward with the arrival of a second da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system. Royal Columbian Hospital received the first da Vinci system last fall.

Surrey Memorial Hospital welcomed the da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgery system on January 6, 2026. It was unpacked and calibrated and will remain in a temporary location while we await the completion of renovations to its permanent operating room.

more complex procedures right here in Surrey, using minimally invasive techniques. This advanced technology will also help us attract and retain top surgical talent at Surrey Memorial Hospital.”

esophagus, and stomach) surgeries will be the first to benefit. Patients previously referred out of Fraser Health will be able to receive their care at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

“With the aid of the da Vinci Xi system we can expand minimally invasive thoracic and foregut surgery, and we can do operations with greater precision and accuracy,” says Dr Ahmad Ashrafi, regional division head and chief of thoracic surgery for Fraser Health. “Patients may experience quicker recovery times and we can carry out

The system allows surgeons at a console to operate remote-controlled robotic arms to perform laparoscopic surgery with added precision. 3D highdefinition vision allows for ultra-clear views of a patient’s anatomy.

People requiring ear, nose and throat (ENT) and thoracic (lung, chest,

“Access to robotic surgery will help us remove tumours and treat cancers more effectively,” says Dr. Oleksandr (Alex) Butskiy, surgeon, Surrey Memorial Hospital. “For example, for hard-to-reach throat cancers we often have to cut a patient’s jaw to remove the tumour. With da Vinci, we can do the surgery in a more minimally invasive way with the smallest inci-

sions possible, leading to better recovery and fewer visible signs of surgery.”

“This advancement in surgical care for Surrey is possible thanks to generous gifts to the Surrey Hospitals Foundation” says Cindy Laukkanen, executive director, Surgery and Anesthesia Networks. “I would like to thank the Foundation and donors in our community who have brought this wonderful technology to Surrey.”

Photos, b-roll and interviews with Dr. Oleksander (Alex) Butskiy and Nicole Robson, President and CEO Surrey Hospitals Foundation.

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Screen with ease this Cervical Cancer Awareness Month – order your

Cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable. Regular screening is one of the most effective ways to prevent cervical cancer, helping identify risk early so treatment can prevent it from developing.

In BC, screening has never been easier. This Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, take charge of your health – request a free cervix self-screening kit. You can complete the test at home or at a health-care provider’s office. It’s quick, reliable and easy to do on your own.

self-screening kit

op abnormal cell changes caused by HPV that can lead to cervical cancer.

Request a kit

If you are eligible and due for cervix screening, you can request a free selfscreening kit online or by phone at 1-877-702-6566.

A Punjabi speaking BC Cancer Cervix Screening spokesperson is available for interviews about the importance of cervix screening.

BC Cancer’s Cervix Screening Program

BC Cancer offers free cervix screening provincewide. Anyone with a cervix who is eligible, including women, Two-Spirit, trans men, and non-binary people, between the ages of 25 and 69, should screen. Screening can be done with cervix self-screening or a Pap test.

Cervix self-screening makes it possible to

screen for cervical cancer yourself, anywhere you feel safe and comfortable. It’s an alternative to the Pap test for regular cervix screening. Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Cervix self-screening tests for HPV. It can find people who are more likely to devel-

Don’t forget to return your kit. Drop off your completed kit at your nearest post office or post box – ideally the same day you collect your sample. You can expect to receive your results by mail in about 8 weeks or online at Health Gateway. A positive HPV test does not mean cancer; it helps identify risk early so treatment can prevent cancer from developing.

For more information on BC Cancer’s Cervix Screening Program, visit www. ScreeningBC.ca/cervix.

3 easy ways to reduce household waste this year

A new year is often a time to rethink everyday habits, including how much waste we produce at home. Without realizing it, household waste can add up quickly. Making a few small, intentional changes can help reduce what ends up in the garbage while making daily routines more efficient. Here are three easy ways to cut down on waste at home.

Cook smarter, not harder. Having to throw out expired ingredients feels especially wasteful, since you didn’t even get to enjoy them. Managing your stock and meal planning are the keys to minimizing food waste, but can be difficult to keep up with in a busy schedule. Smart kitchen appliances, like Samsung’s Bespoke AI options, can help you with that. A smart fridge can scan the items inside to keep track of what you have. It can even suggest

recipes based on what’s there to make sure you’re using what you have.

Be more critical of your packaging. Great things don’t always come in small packages. When buying items, factor in how much plastic they use, and shift your decisions accordingly. Avoid buying the smallest size of an item, especially if it’s a liquid that comes in plastic, like dish soap. Larger containers use less material and will last you longer. Consider using small dispensers for those items at home, and refill them from larger containers that you can store out of the way.

Reuse, repurpose. It’s almost impossible to eliminate plastic packaging from your food and other home goods. But just because a manufacturer intended a container to be single use doesn’t mean it has to be. There are lots of

ways to give “disposable” items new leases on life. Save plastic bags for when you have something that shouldn’t go in your regular garbage, like a chicken carcass or fish skin. Many takeout containers can be washed and repurposed for leftovers or even storage.

Eliminating waste comes down to building the right habits and sticking to them. When you put your waste-

cutting tricks into practice, with the help of the right technology, you’ll see the results add up over time—that’s something you can feel good about.

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nvIN afs, nvIN idÈf qy nvyN tIcy lY ky afAuNdf hY. ies Xfqrf ivc pirvfr qy aiDafpkF dI BUimkf mhwqvpUrn huMdI hY. pirvfr ividafrQI dI pihlI pfTÈflf huMdf hY. nvyN sfl dI ÈurUafq ’qy mfpy afpxy bwicaF nUM shI rfh idKfAuNdy hn. Auh AunHF nUM anuÈfsn, smyN dI kdr, swcfeI aqy imhnq dI iswiKaf idMdy hn. pirvfr df ipafr, shfrf qy hOslf ividafrQI nUM afqm-ivÈvfs idMdf hY, ijs nfl Auh nvyN tIcy inrDfrq kr skdf hY. aiDafpk ividafrQI jIvn ivc dIpk vFg roÈnI PYlfAuNdy hn. aiDafpk smfj df swcf inrmfqf huMdf hY. Auh isrÌ ividafrQI nUM pVHfAuNdf hI nhIN sgoN Aus dy cirwqr, soc qy BivwK nUM sMvfrdf hY. ividafrQI jIvn ivc aiDafpk dI BUimkf mfrg-drÈk, pRyrk aqy shfiek vjoN bhuq mhwqvpUrn huMdI hY. jdoN pirvfr df sunyhf qy aiDafpkF dI sucwjI rihnumfeI iml ky ividafrQI nUM shI rfh idKfAuNdy hn, qF nvF sfl Aus dI iËMdgI ivc sPlqf aqy Aujvl BivwK dI nvIN roÈnI Br idMdf hY. ies qrHF nvyN sfl ivc pirvfr aqy aiDafpkF df Xogdfn ividafrQI jIvn nUM arQpUrn aqy mfanydfr bxfAuNdf hY.

ieh aiDaYn srboqm jrnl srkulyÈn irsrc ’c pRkfiÈq hoieaf hY. hux qwk mMinaf jFdf sI ik idl dy dOry dOrfn Krfb hoeIaF mfspyÈIaF hmyÈF leI dfgdfr aqy nkfrf ho jFdIaF hn. pr nvyN aiDaYn qoN pqf lwigaf hY ik dfg dy nfl-nfl idl ’c nvIaF mfspyÈIaF vI bxdIaF hn. ieh pRikiraf pihlF isrÌ cUihaF ’c hI vyKI geI sI

pihlI vfrI afstRylIaf dy ivigafnIaF ny ivigafnk qOr ’qy sfbq kIqf hY ik idl df dOrf pYx qoN bfad mnuwKI idl afpxy afp nvIaF mfspyÈIaF bxfAux ’c smrwQ hY. hux qwk ieh mMinaf jFdf sI ik idl nUM hoieaf ieh nuksfn sQfeI huMdf hY, pr ies aiDaYn ny idl dy TIk nf hox bfry rvfieqI Dfrnf nUM cuxOqI idwqI hY. ieh aiDaYn srboqm jrnl

srkulyÈn irsrc ’c pRkfiÈq hoieaf hY. hux qwk mMinaf jFdf sI ik idl dy dOry dOrfn Krfb hoeIaF mfspyÈIaF hmyÈF leI

dfgdfr aqy nkfrf ho jFdIaF

hn. pr nvyN aiDaYn qoN pqf lwigaf hY ik

dfg dy nfl-nfl idl ’c nvIaF mfspyÈIaF vI bxdIaF hn. ieh pRikiraf pihlF isrÌ

cUihaF ’c hI vyKI geI sI. isznI XUnIvristI dy irsrc PYlo aqy aiDaYn dy muwK lyKk rfbrt ihAUm dy anusfr, ieh Koj idl dy dOry qoN bfad idl dy TIk nf hox bfry purfxI soc nUM cuxOqI idMdI hY. BivwK ivwc aijhIaF QYrypIË ivkisq kIqIaF jf skdIaF hn, jo idl dI ies kudrqI smrwQf nUM hor vDfAux. ieh aiDaYn afstRylIaf dy rfiel ipRMs alPRyz hspqfl ’c bfeIpfs srjrI krvf rhy mrIËF qoN leI geI iËMdf hfrt itÈU df aiDaYn hY. ies ’c pfieaf igaf ik idl dy dOry dy bfad mfietoiss srgrm ho jFdI hY, ijs nfl nvyN idl dy mfspyÈI sYwl bxdy hn. aiDaYn dy sInIar lyKk aqy idl dI bImfrI dy mfihr pRoPYsr sIn lfl kihMdy hn ik sfzf afKrI tIcf ies Koj dy afDfr ’qy idl PylH hox nUM Aultx vflI QYrypI ivkisq krnf hY. idl dI ibmfrI dunIaf ’c mOq df sB qoN vwzf kfrn hY. iek idl dy dOry ’c idl dy lgBg iek-qIhfeI sYwl qbfh ho jFdy hn. ieh Koj rIjYnryitv mYzIsn ’c nvIN afs aqy kroVF mrIËF leI nvIN DVkx hY.

“pMjfbI

pMjfbI sfihq sBf vwloN Kflsf dIvfn susfietI aYbsPorz dy sihXog nfl pusqk

‘AudryvF’ rlIË kIqI geI. pRDfngI mMzl ivc sBf dy pRDfn pvn igwlF vflf, lyKk gurdyv isMG aflmvflf, Kflsf dIvfn susfietI dy numfieMdy amrjIq isMG nfrMg ZuzIky ÈÈopq hoey. pihlI kivqf kuldIp isMG kYNQ zPlI mfstr ny gf ky suxfeI. s hkUmq isMG inwJr, gurdyv isMG buwtr,s surjIq isMG awcrvfl, suirMdr Èrmf, aqy mihmfn vjoN s prmjIq (prm) jwj jI nyN vzmuwly ivcfr qy iek kivqf pyÈ kIqI. pRDfn pvn igwlF vflf ny ÈBf dy ieiqhfs bfry cfnxf cfnxf pfieaf qy pusqk dIaF vDfeIaF idwqIaF. pusqk irlIË dI rsm srdfr cmkOr isMG iswDU aflmvflf ny inBfeI. hor vDfeI dyx vfly swjxF ivwc jrnYl isMG brfV rfjyafxf, nCwqr isMG sMGf zrolI BfeI, ibwkr isMG srF, avqfr (rfjf) isMG buwkxvflIaf, pqivMdr (kfÜf) bYNs, rijMdr isMG igwl ZuzIky, gurmyl isMG nfrMg ZuzIky, blijMdr isMG bYNs mfhlpur hfËr hoey. s prm isMG jwj ny sBf nUM mflI mdd dyky hOslf idwqf. aMq ivwc gurdyv isMG

ny vrnx kIqf ikvyN eys pusqk dIaF 19 khfxIaF dy AudryvyN ny Aus nUM ilKx vfsqy mjbUr kIqf.

bËurg srdfr joigMdr isMG dIaF XfdgfrI gwlF aqy kMm, ipMz dy pihlvfnF df ijkr, iqMn aiDafieaF ivwc purfxy ivsr cuwky rIqI

irvfj (jnm, bwcpn, juafn., buZfpy aqy mOq AuprMq) qy ajoky irvfjF dy arQ Bfv mqlv, iewk khfxI idwqI supfrI ivwc ikvyN

mfrn vflf Aus df ijgrI Xfr inkilaf qy bwcq ho geI, kbfVIaf khfxI ik ikvyN ikwqf bdl ky vI kfmXfbIaF iml skdIaF, qwKiqaF qo qÉq qwk, ikvyN iewk drvfjy dy qwKqy qoN styjF bxI qy qwKq bxy, irkÈf sfeIkl mfrkIt ivwc ikvyN afey, khfxI cuwtkI ivwc bhuq kuJ smJfa ho skdf, khfxIaF ipafË, do-BfÈIaf, JMz, moh dIaF qMdF, kMzf kwZxf, mgË, inr-moh, Cwj CfnxI, qy ivafh bMDn df ipCokV qy ajoky rUp ivwc, sfrIaF khfxIaF koeI smfj nUM snyhF dydIaF hn.

bldyv suKI ipMz roizaF vfly ny styj dI syvf inBfeI aqy afey sfry swjxF df DMnvfd kIqf. hor jfxkfrI leI Pon 604 855 1952

Navraj Singh Rai Sworn in as Pro Tem Judge

First Sikh Punjabi Judge in Bakersfield History History was made in Bakersfield as Navraj Singh Rai was officially sworn in as a Pro Tem Judge, becoming the first Sikh Punjabi judge to serve in this role in the Bakersfield court system.

This historic milestone represents a powerful moment for diversity, representation, and inclusion within the American judicial system. The appointment reflects years of dedication, legal excellence, and community service, and stands as an inspiration for future generations from the Sikh and Puniabi communities

kYlMzr jfrI

aYbtsPorz (gurdIp isMG gryvfl) ieMzokYnyzIan vrkrjL aYsosIeysLn kYnyzf vloN sfl 2026 df kYlMzr jfrI kIqf igaf hY.

ieh kYlMzr ihMdusqfn dI afjLfdI Kfqr

ibRitsL hkUmq nfl twkr lYx vflI gdrI

bIbI gulfb kOr nUM smripq kIqf igaf hY

ijs Aupr bIbI gulfb kOr dI qsvIr qy

sMKyp jIvnI CfpI geI hY. ijLlHf sMgrUr dy

ipMz bKsLIvflf ivKy sMn 1890 ‘c jnmI

bIbI gulfb kOr afpxy pqI mfn isMG nfl

sMn 1914 ‘c mnIlf afey sn ijQy Auh gdrI

bfbf hrnfm isMG tuMzIlft, bfbf bMqf isMG qy bfbf hfiPjL abduwlf dI pRyrnf nfl gdr

pfrtI ‘c sLfml ho gey ijQy AunHF iPlpINs Br ‘c rihMdy BfrqIaF nUM lfmbMd kIqf qy iPr Auh vfps Bfrq prq gey ijQy AunHF gdr pfrtI ‘c mohrI rol inBfieaf. bIbI gulfb kOr 2 sfl lfhOr jyl ‘c njLrbMd vI rhy. smfgm mOky hrmndIp kOr DflIvfl ny ‘ienklfb dI DI’ rcnf pysL kIqI. ies mOky kulvMq ZysI, suirMdr sMGf, hrijMdr sMDU, suirMdr ZysI, sLfier mohn igwl, zf[ inqfsLf purI, ijMnI ismjL, gYrI sMDU, kvI suKpRIq brfV, kfmryz pRsLFq muKrjI qy amrjIq isMG brfV qy iekvf dy ahudydfr qy mYNbr qy vwzI igxqI ivc bIbIaF hfjLr sn.

Kflsf dIvfn susfietI vYnkUvr vloN iswK hYrItyjL vYnkUvr dy vflMtIar dy sihXog nfl 15000 zflr bI sI dy bwicaF dy hspqfl nUM dfn idwqy.

susfietI vloN iswK hYrItyjL vYnkUvr dy vflMtIarF vloN lgBg mhIny qoN mfieaf iekwqr kIqI geI jo 15000 zflr hY. Kflsf dIvfn susfietI vloN bI sI dy bwicaF dy hspqfl nUM dfn idwqI geI. ies ivc qfj jOhl qy Aus dy vflMtIarF df pRbMDk kmytI vloN DMnvfd

juigMdr isMG suMnV (vYnkUvr) 18 jnvrI nUM Kflsf dIvfn

kIqf igaf. guru nfnk dyv jI dy gurpurb qy 13000 zflr kYNsr susfietI nUM idwqy gey sn. ies BlfeI dy kfrj df pRbMDk kmytI df sMgqF vloN BrvF huMgfrf iml irhf hY. iswK hYrItyjL dy sfry vflMtIarF df DMnvfd kIqf igaf.

mYnMU AudoN bVIaF mOjF sn. srkfrI nOkrF dy rihx leI nvIN idwlI ivwc vwzy vwzy lokF dy rihx leI bsqIaF hn. ienHf ivwco iksy nMU kflonI qy iksy nMU ngr afKdy hn. ieho ijhI iek bsqI dy Gr ivwc myrf afAUxf jfxf sI. iewQy iek kuVI iekwlI rihMdI sI ijhVI dPqr ivwc kMm krdI sI. pihlF pihlF mYnMU AuWQy jFdy nMU bVf zr lgdf . lokI kI kihMdy hoxgy? mYN socdf. jy tYksI jF skUtr qy jFdf qf bsqI qoN AurF hI AuWqr jFdf. bsqI ivwc Auqrdy nMU bhuq lok vyKxgy. turdy nMU Gwt vyKdy hn. bhuq vfr bws Auqy hI jFdf. Auh bsqI qoN bfhr KlodI sI. idn vyly vI zr lgdf. sfrf aFZ guaFZ vyK irhf hovygf! rfq vyly vI zr lgdf. jy koeI iek vI vyK lvy qF khygf ies vyly kI kMm afieaf hY? qy vyKx vflf koeI iek huMdf sI. koeI QwkI hoeI jnfnI cubfry vfly Gr dy Cwjy ivc Klo ky hvf Kf rhI huMdI. koeI afpxI bfrI ivc bfhr df afnMd mfx rhI hMudI. pr sB qo vwzI musIbq kuwqy sn. jy bsqI dy pMjL sO GrF ivwco do hjLfr jIa rihMdy sn qF Auh AunHF ivwco iksy dy vI afAux jfx qy nf BONkdy. myry iekwly dy afAux Auqy Ah qUPfn cwuk lYNdy. hr pfsy qo hr guwT ivwco koeI BONkx lwg jFdf ijvyN bsqI nMU zfkUaF dI iewk vwzI DfV af peI hovy. ipwCy mYnMU iksy ny disaf ik kMipAutr vFg hr kuwqy ny hr bMdy dI bo afpxy nwk ivwc sFB ky rwKI hoeI huMdI hY. jdoN AUhnF sfiraf qo vwKrI bo Auh nMU afvy qF Auh BONkx lg jFdf hY. kuwiqaF dI ieh mjLbUrI sI. myrf vI AuWQy jfxf iek mjLbUrI sI. mYN sdf iDafn nIvF rwKdf qy kdI ieh vI nf vyKdf ik koeI vyK irhf hY jF nhIN. kuVI kihMdI sI ik ieko afdmI dy muV muV afAux nMU iewQy bhuq vwzf aOgux nhIN igxdy. hor hor, vwKry vwKry afdmIaF dy afAux nMU igxdy hn. qy mhwly vfly juV ky puls nMU jF srkfr nMU irport krky Aus kuVI nMU AuQoN kZvf idMdy hn. ies nfl mYnMU kuJ hOslf huMdf. AuNj jdo vI mUn ids pNYdf jnfnIaF brFizaF jF CwijaF Auqy Klo ky mYnMU vyKdIaF rihMdIaF ijMnf icr mYN Gr dIaF kMDF ivwc aflop nf ho jFdf. jy kuVI Gr nf huMdI qF mYnMU pqf huMdf cfbI ikwQy peI hY- ick dIaF qIlIaF dy Aus dy kpVy dy ivckfr. jy Auh Gr huMdI qF mYN iek Kfs ZMg nfl bUhf KVkFdf qy Auh ibnF kuJ boly Jt KolH idMdI.

jdoN mYN iek vfr bfhroN aMdr af jFdf qF mYN Gr df mflk huMdf. kpVy lfh ky Puhfry hyT nhfAuNdf. Auh brP qy sozf lYN afAudI. purfxy ikwsy khfxIaF vFg mYnMU ies qrHF lgdf ijvyN jfdU dI PUhVI Auqy bih ky iksy inafry dys af igaf hF qy AuQoN df bfdsLfh bx igaf hF. jdoN brP qy sozf af jFdf qF mYN afpxf pYg bxfAudf. hOlI hOlI pINdf qy gwlF krdf.

pUrn df Bgq (khfxI)

Aus leI ieh iek qrHF sLgnf vflf idn huMdf. plMG iks cfdr nfl suhxf lwgygf, Kfx nMU iks vyly kI hoxf cfhIdf hY, ieho ijhIaF gwlF Auh ivcfrdI rihMdI. ieh iek vicwqr dunIaF sI. ies df nf koeI muwZ sI, nf koeI aMq. ieh KyqI nf bIjxI pYNdI nf vwZxI. bs dfxy hI dfxy. kdI kdI mYN idwlI dy qKq qy bYTf mihsUs krdf. akbr qy rxjIq isMG nMU mUrK afdmI smJdf ijnHF afpxf sfrf smF ielfky ijwqx qy AunHF df bMdobsq krn qy nsLt kIqf. pr kdI kdI mn ieMnf sOKf nf huMdf. mYN afpxy duwK dsdf AUh afpxy. mYnMU lgdf Auh myry duwKF ivc bhuqI BfeIvflI idKf rhI hY. (jnfnIaF df ieh suBf hI hoxf hY!) mYN Aus dy duwKF ivc Gwt. mYN sdf ies qrHF hI krdf afieaf hF. keI vfrI Aus dI qklIP qoN zrdf mYN afpxf koeI vwzf duwK Aus qo Cupf hI jFdf. jF sLfied Aus nMU imlx nfl hI Auh duwK Gt jFdf jF muwk jFdf. Auh kihMdI myrI qrwkI hoieaF do sfl ho gey ny pr qnKfh nvyN gryz anusfr nhIN imlx lwgI. hjLfrF rupey Aus dy bkfey dy bxdy hn pr koeI dyx vwl nhIN afAudf. kihMdy ny ibl bxf ilaf. jy bxf ky jFdI hF qF Aus ivc glqIaF lf ky vfps Byj idMdy ny . kuVIaF nMU bhuq qMg krdy ny. mYN Aus dI qnKfh dyx vfly dPqr ivwc iksy nMU nhI jfxdf sF. cuwp kr jFdf hF koeI hor gwl CyV idMdf. afpxy afAux bfry Aus nMU pihlF icwTI ilKxf cMgf rihMdf. ies

qrHF Auh jLrUrI hI Gry iml jFdI. pr ies df nuksfn vI bhuq sI. jy mYnMU dwsy vkq qy phuMcx ivc icr ho jFdf qF Auh bhuq Audfs ho jFdI, keI vfrI afpxy kfbU qoN bfhr iek vfrI isafl dI rfq nMU mYN do iqMn GMqy lyt ho igaf. jdoN mYN afieaf qF Auh awDI byhosL hoeI TMzy pfxI dI tUtI hyT nhf rhI sI. kihx lwgI, AuzIk AuzIk ky myry ipMzy nMU awg lg clI sI. AuzIkxf Aus leI bhuq vwzf ksLt sI. iehI gwl AuQoN vfps turn dI sI. mYN iks vyly AuQNo vfps muV jfxf, ieh Aus nMU bhuq pihlF dwsxf pYNdf. jy mYN iek dm tur pvF jF GMty do GMty ipCo vIN tur jfx dI gwl krF qF Auh shfr nhIN skdI sI. ds bfrF GMty pihlF dwsxf pYNdf. Auh kihMdI inKVn leI

Aus nMU afpxy afp nMU iqafr krn leI Gwto Gwt eynf icr cfhIdf hY. ieh qy mYN kr hI skdf sF. iek hor gwl dI bhuq mYnMU pwkI krdI rihMdI- jdoN mYnMU Cwzxf hovy sihj sihj nfl CwzI, iek dm nhI. ieh vI mYN kr skdf sF.

Aus dy bfkI sfry duwK sux ky mYN cwup kr rihMdf. vwzy BYx Brf- BrfvF dy, BxyivaF, BxyvIaF, BqIijaF BqIjIaF dy. ienHF bfry mYN kuJ nhI kr skdf sF. nfl dy Gr vfilaF ny mwJ rwKI hoeI sI. Auh kihMdI bo afAudI hY. mwJ hr sLY nMU isr mfrdI sI. Auqly Gr vfly afpxf kUVf qy hor gMd mMd ijs df nF

vI nhI ilaf jf skdf Aus dy Gr swut idMdy sn. ienHF sfiraF dI sLkfieq krn vflI sI. mYN do pYg hor pI lYNdf. ies nfl shfieqf imldI. ijvyN koeI vwzf sfrf mINh Coty sLihrF df sfrf gMd Do idMdf hY. iek gwl ijs bfry mYN kdI iksy qrHF df huMgfrf nf Brdf Auh sI Aus nMU ivafh krvfAux dIaF slfhvF. Gr vfilaF dIaF, shylIaF dIaF. ienHf gwlF ivc afAuxf TIk nhIN sI. ijvyN AusdI mrjLI hovy kry. mYN ikAuN kuJ khF? qy mrjLI mYnMU pqf hI sI. ieh gwlF Auh aYvyN suafd lYx leI dsdI. ijAuN ijAuN mYnMU nsLf cVHdf Aus nMU ibn pIiqaF hI cVHI jFdf. duK klysL Auz jFdy. Auh myrIaF nsLy vflIaF gwlF df nsLy vflIaF gwlF nfl juafb idMdI qy Auh

Gr iek srkfrI mkfn dI QF Dur asmfnoN izwgf iek svrg df totf lgdf.

Gr ivwc myry iPrn qurn qo bhuq GbrFdI nhIN sI. bs gl kuJ kpVy hoxy cfhIdy ny. asl ivwc myrf afAuxf bhuqy Byq dI gwl nhIN rhI sI. ipCly pfsy aFZ guaFZ dy bwcy Kyzdy rihMdy, bMty jF sLtfpU. jy koeI bwcf roNd mfrdf qF Auh Aus kol isLkfieq kn leI “aFtI, aFtI” kr ky vfjF mfrdy. kdI Auh AunHF dI gwl suxn bfhr clI jFdI, kdI nf jFdI. kdI koeI bMdf vI af jFdf, sFJy kMm leI cMdf mMgx jF koeI dPqr df kMm kihx. iekwlI rihx krky Aus nMU iksy aMdr lMGfx dI loV nhI sI. bfhr Klo ky gwl kr lYNdI jF aMdro hI kih idMdI, “mYN nhf rhI hF”, jF “kpVy bdl rhI hF” Tihr ky af jfxf. jy koeI “BYx jI” “BYx jI” krdI afAudI qF Aus nMU vI Auh Ausy qrHF hI Bugqf idMdI. iek guaFZx qF myry leI kuJ irwDf pwkf vI dy jFdI qy srdIaF ivc svyry nhfAux leI pfxI. bhuqy svyry AuT ky Auh dwuD lY afAuNdI qy mYnMU cfh bxf ky idMdI qy iPr nfsLqf. qy iPr iek bUihE mYN bfhr inkl jFdf qy dUjy bUihE Auh dPqr clI jFdI. jy dPqro CuwtI huMdI qF afpxy Gr dy hor kMm krdI Auh myry kwpVy vI Do idMdI. Aus nMU zr rihMdf ik KOry ieh TIk Dupx ik nf. mrdfvyN kpvy Dox df Aus nMU qjrbf nhIN sI. iek idn jdoN mYN sLfm nMU muiVaf qF Aus ny ikhf, “mYN qyrI pYNt kmIjL Do idwqI hY. dyK

lY TIk Dupy hYn ik nhIN. aOKy kony ivc iek

DobI kpVy iesqrI krdf ey. jy ienHF nMU

iesqrI krvfAuxf hY qF Aus kolo krvf lYxf. mYnMU mrdfvyN kwpVy Aus kolN iljfidaF sMg afAudI hY.”

iesqrI kry kwpiVaf df bVHf ruhb huMdf hY. mYnMU pqf hY ik sLihrF ivc DobI ies kMm leI

iesqrI grm rwKdy hn qy kuJ pYsy lY ky Jwt kwpVy iesqrI kr idMdy hn.

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Community input wanted for new Climate Resilience Strategy

The City of Abbotsford is inviting residents to share their experiences, concerns and ideas to help address extreme weather such as floods, wildfire smoke, extreme heat, and storms to help our community better prepare-for, adapt-to, and reduce the impacts of climate-related hazards, as part of the development of an overall Climate Resilience Strategy for the City.

In recent years, Abbotsford has experienced more frequent and severe climate-related events, including extreme cold, drought and a heat dome. As these impacts are expected to continue to increase, the City is looking for ways to strengthen resilience and to protect people, places and critical systems. Community resilience means being better prepared and can include actions like having an emer-

gency plan, improving buildings and structures to better withstand extreme temperatures, or planting and maintaining healthy trees.

Residents are invited to participate in an online survey to share their experiences with climate-related and other hazards, as well as their ideas for safeguarding the community. This feedback will help the City better understand local impacts and identify potential actions to increase resilience to climate change. Various pop-up events are also planned to gather community feedback.

The survey is open until February 8. Community input, along with technical studies and mapping, will help inform the development of the Climate Resilience Strategy. For survey, visit LetsTalkAbbotsford.ca/ climate-resilience-strategy.

Building B.C., India partnerships to boost tech sectors

As part of Premier David Eby’s trade mission to strategic regions in India, Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth, advanced key partnerships with government and business leaders in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India’s largest innovation centre, to attract investment, foster collaboration in innovation and build long-term relationships.

These partnerships will help B.C.’s technology and life-sciences sectors pursue joint opportunities that leverage B.C.’s research excellence and Karnataka’s deep pools of engineering talent, entrepreneurship and global scale. In Bengaluru, a letter of intent (LOI) was signed between the Province and the state government of Karnataka. The LOI expresses mutual interest to collaborate in life sciences, biotechnology, medical technology, medical devices and digital health.

“B.C.’s technology and life sciences businesses are second to none, and in the face of U.S. tariffs, we are strengthening our economy by deepening trade and investment relationships with

diverse, reliable partners,” Kahlon said. “Bengaluru is the tech capital of India. Its rapid growth and innovation ecosystem make it an important partner for B.C.’s emerging sectors. These relationships create new opportunities for collaboration, investment and shared success.”

India’s scale, talent pool and fastgrowing technology sector create major opportunities for joint innovation that complements B.C.’s world-class strengths in life sciences and technology. Together, B.C. and Karnataka offer highly compatible innovation ecosystems that can accelerate growth for both regions.

“Global collaboration drives commercial success in life sciences,” said Wendy Hurlburt, president and CEO, Life Sciences BC. “Strengthening trade and investment ties with highgrowth markets like India, one of the world's largest economies, is critical to accelerating innovation, scaling our companies internationally and ensuring the long-term competitiveness of Canada's life-sciences sector."

Government-to-government collaboration

In Bengaluru, Kahlon met with Sri. Sharath Kumar Bache Gowda, chairman of Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KEONICS) and Honourable Member of Legislative Assembly of Karnataka. Discussions focused on expanding economic collaboration between B.C. and Karnataka’s life sciences, technology and innovation ecosystems.

Positioning B.C. as a global tech hub

Kahlon held roundtables with B.C. companies doing business in India, including Telus Digital Services, Lululemon, EarthDaily Analytics and Yactraq Online, to discuss accomplishments, opportunities and challenges to operating in India, and potential supports from the Province.

Kahlon held a roundtable with Indian technology companies to position B.C. as a global hub for innovation and technology, and to promote Web Sum-

mit Vancouver 2026 as a gateway for international collaboration.

The discussion further strengthened ties with India’s fast-growing technology sectors, and showcased B.C.’s strengths in academic-industry leadership, government support programs and innovation ecosystems.

After meeting with officials in Bengaluru, it was agreed to share research and collaboration between Bengaluru and B.C. companies, and foster relationships and investments between Bengaluru and B.C. In addition, a delegation from Bengaluru agreed to explore travelling to Web Summit Vancouver 2026.

This work supports the Province’s Look West industrial and economic plan, and aligns with B.C.’s trade diversification strategy, which focuses on delivering major projects quicker, diversifying markets and growing targeted sectors, such as technology, life sciences, aerospace, marine, artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum, agriculture and construction innovation.

Improving access to addictions care in B.C.

Access Central, a clinical phone line service that makes it easier for adults to get support for addictions, is now active in Fraser Health, Interior Health and Island Health

Access Central services are available seven days a week at:

Fraser Health: 1-833-866-6478 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Interior Health 1-866-777-1103 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Island Health: 1-888-885-8824 from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Vancouver Coastal Health: 1-(866)658-1221 from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Clients needing addiction treatment are connected with a nurse or trained clinician for assessment within 24 hours

More people in B.C. can now get timely, personalized addictions care as government expands Access Central, a phone line that provides a single point of entry to connect people to certified health providers, and comprehensive, people-centred care.

“Supports like Access Central make a real difference for people on their road to recovery,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “Recovery isn’t straightforward, which is why we’re taking action to strengthen addictions care across B.C. We’re building a full continuum of addictions care, from early intervention to treatment, recovery and aftercare. Road to Recovery meets people where they are and connects them to timely, appropriate and culturally safe services.”

One phone call connects to help for addictions

Access Central helps adults connect to addictions care through a single phone line in each available region. First launched in Greater Vancouver in 2023, the service is now available in the Fraser Health, Interior Health and Island Health regions. In the future, people in the Northern Health region will also be able to use an Access Central phone line, expanding the service provincewide.

When people are ready to seek support or information about addictions care, they can contact Access Central, seven days a week, for a clinical assessment within 24 hours, and/or be linked to a clinic for an in-person assessment.

The Access Central personalized substance-use care plan includes:

same or next-day clinical screening and assessment

placement in a withdrawal management/detox bed according to medical need, and/or rapid connection to outpatient services

initiation of opioid agonist therapy (OAT) or anti-craving medications for alcohol use, when appropriate

ongoing support throughout the withdrawal and recovery journey

Connecting people to care, quicker

Since its launch in 2023, Road to Recovery Vancouver has been quickly connecting people with the treatment they need. From October 2023 until December 2025:

Access Central received 34,583 calls

9,210 clients were clinically assessed for withdrawal management

There was a median wait time of one day for those prioritized as urgent, and the wait time for routine clients reduced from an average of 26 days, down to approximately eight days

being used to guide its expansion throughout the province, helping more people access timely, simplified care when and where they need it.

Road to Recovery is part of government’s work to build a voluntary, seamless system of mental-health and substance-use care. This includes more than 3,700 publicly funded beds that support people with addictions, of which more than 790 treatment and recovery beds are new since 2017, launching the Opioid Treatment Access Line, opening Foundry youth centres, First Nations healing facilities and building thousands of supportivehousing units.

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Amna Shah, parliamentary secretary for mental health and addictions –

“Access Central brings services together in a way that helps people move through the system with greater confidence. This approach strengthens how care is delivered and ensures individuals aren’t left to navigate complex challenges on their own.”

Diana Gibson, MLA for Oak BayGordon Head –

“We are making addictions care easier to navigate. This will make a real difference in people’s journeys to recovery. Access Central helps people get

the care they need, when they need it, through a more streamlined approach, and that will be a relief for many. I’m encouraged by the difference this will make for individuals and communities across Vancouver Island.”

Dermot Kelly, president and CEO, Fraser Health –

“People seeking support for substance use deserve timely, compassionate care that meets them where they are. Access Central removes barriers to immediate support and strengthens continuity of care, ensuring individuals receive the right help at every stage of their recovery.”

Sylvia Weir, president and CEO, Interior Health –

“Recognizing that every person’s recovery journey is different, Access Central prioritizes timely access to services by matching health care to a patient’s current needs. This new pathway to care strengthens transitions and removes barriers so individuals can engage in appropriate care when it matters most.”

Leah Hollins, chair, board of directors, Island Health –

“When someone makes the vulnerable and brave decision to seek help for substance use, they need access to treatment and care quickly. Just one phone call means people can get the care they need, no matter where they are located and start on a path to recovery right away.”

Kim Keats, registered nurse, Access Central –

“As a front-line nurse working in substance-use care, I meet people at some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. I know that accessing care can feel overwhelming, especially for people living in rural and remote communities. Access Central was built to meet those realities, offering a clear and compassionate path to care, so people can spend less time trying to find support and more time staying connected to it.”

Information and data from Road to Recovery Vancouver are

Declaring speculation and vacancy tax means more housing available

Declaration letters are being mailed out starting this month to all homeowners in speculation and vacancy taxation areas of B.C.

The letters include the information people need to complete their declarations by March 31, 2026, and qualify for an exemption.

Funding homes for people

“Every owner who declares their property is part of the solution to ensure that homes aren’t sitting empty, but are available for people to rent or buy,” said Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance. “By continuing this work, we are delivering affordable housing for renters, not repeating the mistakes that opened our market to speculators.”

The speculation and vacancy tax (SVT) raised nearly $80 million in 2024, all of which helps fund more affordable housing initiatives in regions where

it applies. Projects funded with help from speculation and vacancy tax revenue include affordable rental homes for families, seniors and people living with disabilities. Revenue from the tax also helps fund housing for Indigenous families, Elders and individuals with low incomes.

“Renters need good housing they can afford, and our housing initiatives are making that happen. Vacancy rates in Metro Vancouver and Greater Victoria are the highest they’ve been in decades and rents are going down,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “The speculation and vacancy tax helps ensure there is more housing for teachers, health-care workers and all the people who keep our province going.”

More than 99% of B.C. residents are exempt, but all homeowners in taxable areas must declare. Most people

When was the last time you had your eyes checked?

How’s your eye health? If you haven’t noticed any changes in your vision, you may feel that it’s fine—and you wouldn’t be alone. According to a recent eyecare report, 42 per cent of Canadians said that if they had a problem with their vision, they would know it. And 38 per cent would only seek care from an optometrist if their vision began to deteriorate.

Many people are missing out on essential prevention

“Prioritizing essential eyecare is key to maintaining long-term vision,” says Naomi Barber, clinical services director at Specsavers Canada. “However, it’s a common misconception that good eyesight means good eye health. That’s not always the case.”

One in three Canadians are overdue for their eye exam, and eight per cent have never had their eyes examined. That’s

roughly 3.2 million people—more than the population of Greater Vancouver.

How do eye exams help?

Conditions like glaucoma and agerelated macular degeneration can develop with little or no noticeable symptoms at first. Regular eye exams can help detect eye diseases early and protect vision in the long term.

Optometrists have advanced tools, like optical coherence tomography (OCT).

It’s an imaging technology that provides a 3D scan of the eye, which can help to detect certain eye conditions at early stages.

Even healthy eyes have needs that change over time, and without regular examination, there’s no way to tell if a current prescription for glasses or contact lenses is still the right one for you.

Your eyesight is precious. Getting a regular eye exam can help protect it.

who live in their property, rent it out for six months or more, or meet other exemption criteria will not have to pay the tax.

Increased rates and tax credits

For declarations made in 2027, foreign owners and owners with most of their income unreported in Canada will be subject to a tax rate of 3%, up from 2%. Canadian citizens and permanent residents with empty or underused homes will pay a rate of 1%, up from 0.5%. This is based on independent advice that increasing the SVT rates may further motivate people to use, rent or put their empty homes on the market.

SVT credits are available to those who don’t qualify for any of the more than 20 exemptions from the tax.

This tax is part of B.C.’s Homes for People plan to increase housing supply,

speed up new home construction and fight speculation.

Quick Facts:

The tax applies in 59 communities: https://map-spec-tax-areas.apps.gov. bc.ca/.

In the 2024-25 fiscal year, the B.C. government invested $1.9 billion toward housing in the SVT-specified areas.

A recent Rentals.ca report shows asking-rent prices are steadily declining in B.C., with particularly high declines in SVT areas, such as New Westminster, Vancouver and Surrey.

Together with other housing measures, the speculation and vacancy tax has helped add more than 20,000 units to the long-term rental market in Metro Vancouver since 2018.

How seniors can better protect their vision

A loss of vision can have a serious impact on anyone’s life. Seniors face a higher risk—as much as five times higher, according to a Canadian study on aging.

Seniors are more susceptible to a range of vision issues. The most common eye diseases that can lead to vision loss are highly age-dependant, including:

Age-related macular degeneration

Diabetic retinopathy

Cataracts

With early detection, many eye diseases can be treated or prevented. The key is getting regular comprehensive eye exams. Healthy adults aged 65 or older should get their eyes examined every year, but many seniors don’t.

Why are seniors skipping regular eye exams? Many seniors will have already experienced vision loss. So why do they hesitate to get an annual eye exam?

Affordability is a barrier, according to a recent report. It found that the cost of getting an eye exam is a problem for 32

per cent of seniors. Routine eye exams are covered for eligible seniors under some provincial healthcare plans, but less than half say that they have this coverage. Another barrier may be an awareness gap, where people’s eye health can worsen without them noticing.

“Many people don’t realize their eye health may be changing without them experiencing any difference in their vision,” says Naomi Barber, clinical services director at Specsavers Canada. “Vision health starts with regular eye exams.”

Catching issues early is the best way to protect vision. One way to detect issues early on is with a comprehensive eye exam that uses advanced technology such as optical coherence tomography (OCT). It’s an imaging technique that lets optometrists see what’s going on beneath the surface of the eye. This is important for detecting common eye diseases that don’t have symptoms in the early stages, such as glaucoma. Eyesight is precious at any age. You can help protect it by getting a regular eye exam with OCT.

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Be cautious about what you bring to an end or the way in which you go about winding something up, especially if you think it will open up more choices. The situation will have to be revisited mid April next year. Other things would have changed by then. It might be wiser to let things take their own course right now.

Something that started off as a small thing when it comes to helping out somebody else that seems to keep on growing would be best dealt with now, especially if it is turning into a habit or interfering with your regular routines. It has probably taught you to take more notice of what is important to you, rather than getting distracted..

You can have success in getting something out of the way that has been on your mind for a while but the energy just hasn’t been there. Not that you will feel overly energised just yet. It is more a realisation that time is running out. You know you will feel a lot better once this is done, especially if others have a good view of it.

Something needs to be put into place once and for all so that you know what needs to be spent rather than other things coming up all the time. Whatever you do now can create changes that may not be fully implemented until next year, between January and April. You need to be straightforward and practical with any discussions.

New possibilities in the long term can begin to feel more probable or realistic. This could leave behind a level of personal doubt or insecurity. This can be tied to you becoming more aware of what has been important for a long time but needs to be modified in some way for the future. The second stage can occur January to April next year. rfsLIPl mhInf poh

New directions involving other people can be smooth running if things are done their way. While there might be a lot in common, their determination might clash with yours. If you have been attempting to come to an agreement, this might need to be left for now and revisited mid April as things will likely have changed by then.

Something is winding up on a personal level perhaps in ways you were not expecting that is generating thought of all sorts of possibilities in the long term. Someone can play a powerful role here. However it is to eventually settle will not become evident until January to April next year. Meanwhile just go with the flow.

There can be a willingness to let something go that has been a personal priority but doesn’t fit well with someone else. It will be more important to establish underlying stability in situations involving others. This can be temporary as other opportunities to focus on your wishes will arise next year from January to April. Patience can pay off.

The New Moon this week occurs in your sign providing you with the opportunity to generate changed directions on a personal level. Anything that has not been heading in the direction you had hoped might be better let go right now. Becoming more practical can appeal to you, especially when it comes to stability with finances.

There can be new directions building up in the background that will provide the opportunity to put a stable foundation in place. This is likely tied into the decisions of somebody else and something may need to wind up so they can take the next step. There could be more than one stage of development attached to this as well.

Changes in somebody else’s life may make you realise things are moving on and it will not be the same for you. This is encouraging you to think about what is important to you. It can actually be freeing you up to do so. This is a first stage. New people can come into your life, especially from January to April next year.

It might be time to develop a new attitude when it comes to commitments or obligations in your life, especially if they affect your finances. If you have accepted things without thinking, you could recognise this has to stop. This can only happen when you take the time to analyse what you can realistically manage and follow through.

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Supporting B.C.’s food security with new technology, training

B.C. companies, research institutions advance food security through smartfarming systems

A new smart-farming project in Delta is helping strengthen food security for British Columbians, while two new training programs will ensure more people have the necessary skills to succeed in the growing agritech sector.

“With a changing climate and uncertainty from the U.S., it’s critical that two of British Columbia's greatest strengths, technology and agriculture, come together to ensure British Columbians can rely on healthy food grown here at home,” said Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth.

“Through our Look West plan, we are connecting innovators with industry partners to turn made-in-B.C. ideas into real-world solutions that create jobs and drive our economy forward in a sustainable future.”

With support from the B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation (BCCAI), Deltabased Windset Farms is developing a new smart-farming system that automates decision-making with sensors that monitor plant stress and efficient greenhouse crop management.

By using advanced data analytics and machine learning, the project seeks to improve Windset’s production systems by optimizing:

climate control

nutrient uptake

early disease detection in hydroponic tomatoes

“This partnership helps us develop advanced smart-farming systems that improve real-time greenhouse monitoring, optimize climate and nutrient management, and detect potential plant disease earlier,” said Tony Kalf, chief technology officer, Windset Farms. “These innovations allow us to make meaningful impacts through job creation, new business opportunities and by ensuring the security and stability of B.C.’s food supply. By optimizing the growing environment, we can create efficiencies while minimizing resource use, allowing us to consistently grow high-quality produce yearround.”

The project is moving forward in partnership with Simon Fraser University (SFU), Koidra, Vivent, and Wagenin-

gen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands. It emerged from a 2023 letter of intent between SFU and WUR to collaborate on future research programs and tackle agricultural sustainability challenges, such as food production and climate change.

where, as they impact productivity by competing for valuable resources, such as moisture, nutrients and sun -

“B.C.-developed technology is helping our farmers increase production and make our food supply more resilient to climate change,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food. “Using the latest tech to monitor plant growth and health, as well as maximize water and nutrient efficiency, is resulting in more sustainably grown, local food being produced for B.C. families and a better bottom line for farmers.”

Training to grow more resilient crops

Through Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), a new training program is being developed to support the need to adopt more drought-resilient crop production systems. The program will train participants in dry farming, a method that uses specific agro-ecological measures to cultivate crops with zero or very little additional water. The program is a collaboration between:

the Ministry of Agriculture and Food’s Regional Extension Program

KPU’s Institute for Sustainable Food Systems

local farmers

industry groups

“BCCAI’s support, along with the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food, enables us to establish collaborative dryfarming extension, applied research and demonstration projects on three farms,” said Kent Mullinix, director of KPU’s Institute for Sustainable Food Systems. “We’re engaging dozens of farmers, professionals and students on soil health, agro-ecology, soil and weather data collection, and advancing drought-resilient farming.”

Training to remove weeds, improve fruit and vegetable production

In addition, a new training opportunity developed by the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is demonstrating new robotic-weeding technology. Weeds are a significant challenge for fruit and vegetable producers in B.C. and else-

light. This project demonstrates and trains farmers and students on robotic weeding technologies to: reduce labour reliance minimize herbicide use

improve sustainability by efficient resource management

“The partnership with BCCAI enables new opportunities for students on current agricultural issues and shows them the types of skills and work opportunities available in agricultural robotics, such as the robotic-weeder demonstration,” said Renee Prasad, department head, associate professor, agriculture technology, UFV. “BCCAI serves an important role in supporting open dialogue by bringing technology and producers, current and future, together.”

Supporting a strong future in agritech

The three new projects and training programs represent a total investment of approximately $658,000, with $280,000 from BCCAI, $204,000 from industry and an in-kind industry contribution valued at $174,000.

These projects are examples of how B.C. is supporting the agritech sector, enabling companies to commercialize their technologies and create cleaner, more resilient and more productive agriculture, food and seafood industries.

It is anticipated the new project and training opportunities will give more than 350 people advanced training in areas such as horticulture, regenerative agriculture, data management and agribusiness management, and create three new jobs and increase business opportunities through commercialization.

This work is part of the Province’s Look West plan for jobs and industry, which outlines B.C.’s vision to deliver jobs and opportunities by strengthening the workforce to develop a more independent economy. The investment by Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) in BCCAI is scaling up homegrown innovation and boosting B.C. business growth, key steps in building a strong Canadian economy.

Look West is focused on delivering major projects quicker, diversifying markets, and growing targeted sectors, such as technology, aerospace, marine, AI and quantum, life sciences, agriculture and construction innovation.

Gregor Robertson, federal Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada –

“PacifiCan investments are driving local innovation and helping B.C. businesses grow. The B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation is advancing groundbreaking technologies and hands-on training opportunities in the agriculture sector, improving food security and building a stronger, more resilient Canadian economy.”

Rahul Singh, director, B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation (hosted at SFU) –“For technology to deliver real impact, it must go hand in hand with training and upskilling the workforce. BCCAI is proud to support three new projects that focus on technological innovation and hands-on learning. These initiatives demonstrate the power of collaboration in driving sustainable agriculture and food security.”

Sonal calls out targeted negativitya Thinking Dhanush, Mrunal

to tie knot on V-Day!

Rumours surrounding Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur's personal lives have recently set social media abuzz, with reports claiming that the two actors, who are allegedly in a long-term relationship, are planning to tie the knot soon. According to the buzz, the the couple is planning to exchange vows on Valentine's Day, February 14 this year, and described as a highly intimate ceremony with only close family members and a few friends in attendance. The speculation quickly grabbed attention across the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi film industries, leaving fans surprised and curious about the alleged development. However, another report has dismissed these claims, calling them "completely fake and baseless" and urging people not to believe the rumours.

As of now, neither Dhanush nor Mrunal has issued any official statement or shared updates regarding the matter. Speculation about a possible romance between the two has been circulating for some time. The rumours gained momentum in August 2025 after they were spotted together at the premiere of Mrunal's film Son Of Sardaar 2. Earlier, Mrunal's presence at the wrap-up party of Dhanush's film Tere Ishq Mein had also sparked curiosity. Further fuelling the chatter, Mrunal follows Dhanush's sisters, Dr Karthika Karthik and Vimala Geetha, on social media. On the work front, Dhanush is busy with D53 and D54, the latter titled Kara. Mrunal is currently working on Do Deewane Seher Mein, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and Pooja Meri Jaan.

Iran-born Indian Actress Elnaaz Norouzi has shared a strong message on faith, humanity, and the misuse of religion, saying that belief should never be confused with extremism or oppression. In a note she penned on Instagram, Elnaaz said one can be Muslim and still reject radical Islamism, adding that faith and extremism are not the same. She wrote: “A small reminder for anyone who needs to hear it: You can be Muslim and still reject radical Islamism. Faith and extremism are not the same thing. I was born Muslim, and I will never support tyranny or injustice done in the name of religion.” The actress emphasised that being a believer does not mean pretending one's community is perfect, but having the courage to call out what is wrong. “Being a believer doesn't mean pretending your community is perfect, it means being honest enough to call out what's wrong,” she wrote.Stressing that humanity matters above all else, Elnaaz said she has met both good and bad people across all faiths, and that the actions of a few should not define an entire religion. “Here's what matters – HUMANITY I don't care if you're Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Hindu... I've met incredible people across all faiths, and I've also met bad people across all faiths. The bad ones don't make the entire religion bad,” she added.

In today's social mediadriven landscape, public perception can be easily influenced by manufactured narratives, often unrelated to an actor's work or performance. Sonal expressed disappointment over how such tactics are being used to undermine peers instead of encouraging healthy competition. "These paid PR attacks on actors need to stop. It's getting out of hand now. All this negative PR is unnecessary and toxic. You can't look good by

making someone look bad. Why can't we just be happy for each other?" Sonal said, adding that actors work hard and deserve a more supportive professional environment. Her comments follow similar remarks made recently by actresses Tara Sutaria and Taapsee Pannu, who also spoke about facing negative PR campaigns. Together, these statements have drawn attention to the less-discussed aspects of publicity strategies within the industry.While competition remains an inherent part of the film business, many believe that persistent trolling and paid negativity only weaken the creative ecosystem. Beyond affecting public image, such practices can also take a toll on mental well-being and divert attention away from an actor's actual work. Sonal Chauhan, who has projects lined up including Mirzapur: The Film, emphasized the need for kindness and mutual respect within the industry.

‘I’ve seen how lonely courage can be’

Veteran Bollywood star Rani Mukerji, who has clocked three decades in the journey of acting, opened up about her journey with the Mardaani franchise and the inspiration behind her fearless character, Shivani Shivaji Roy. Reflecting on the challenges and dedication of those in uniform, Rani said, “Shivani Shivaji Roy is not a character I switch off when the camera cuts. I carry her with me. Because through her, I’ve seen what it really means to serve. I’ve seen how lonely courage can be”. She added: “I have immense respect for the cops of our country who show

up every day — quietly, without complaints, without medals, serving our country and protecting us silently. Mardaani franchise is my salute to them and I feel so happy and proud to see the people of my country pour so much love for the police force.” With the love pouring in for her work in the third installment of Mardaani, she dedicates this moment to the Indian police force by saying, “To my brothers and sisters in the police force, especially the women, who are judged more, questioned more, and still stand taller than fear, this film exists because of you.”

Akshaye's Dakait to return in Dhurandhar 2

Bollywood actor Akshaye Khanna is riding high on success after his recent release, Dhurandhar. His portrayal of Rehman Dakait struck a chord with audiences, with many viewers even believing that he overshadowed the film's protagonist, Ranveer Singh.Ever since, fans have been eager to know whether Akshaye will return in the sequel, and if reports are to be believed, the actor is indeed set to be a part of it.According to a report, the makers of Dhurandhar 2 already have the sequel in place and are currently fine-tuning it, with Akshaye set to return. Sources confirmed to the publication that Akshaye Khanna will be back on set for a short one-week shoot, aimed at expanding his character's backstory and

adding more layers to his role in the next chapter of the franchise. In Dhurandhar, Akshaye plays Pakistani gangster Rehman Dakait. His brief, impromptu dance to Flipperachi's Fa9La in the film went viral on social media, with fans and content creators enthusiastically recreating the moment. Several clips featuring Akshaye's performance also flooded the internet, earning him renewed popularity and widespread appreciation.

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New year, smarter ways to save energy at home

A new year is a natural time to rethink everyday habits, including how we use energy at home. According to Natural Resources Canada, 64 per cent of the average home’s energy consumption goes toward space heating. While that’s expected during Canadian winters, energy use from air conditioning is also rising during hotter summers. Making a few smart, efficiencyfocused updates can help reduce waste, manage costs and create a more comfortable home year-round.

Here are a few tips for a smarter, more efficient home:

Take a fresh look at your insulation. Your AC and furnace work hard to adjust the temperature of the air throughout your home. Don’t let all that work—and energy—go to waste. Without proper insulation, the air in your home will equalize to the outside temperature just through contact with the walls and ceiling. Make sure you have a barrier to prevent this, so that your HVAC system only needs to make small adjustments to keep the temperature where you want it.

Eliminate wasteful airflow. Any draughts or breezes you feel inside are the air in your home leaking out, and the outside air leaking in to replace it. Use caulking and other sealants around every window and check your exterior walls for any potential gaps. Put weatherstripping around all your external-facing doors to keep air from flowing through the doorframe, and consider using it on internal doors, too. This can especially help in multi-story homes where cold air can sink to basement level, and warm air can overheat upstairs rooms.

Make some smart upgrades. Smart home technology has improved to the point where your home itself can help you manage your energy use. Smart home platforms like Samsung’s SmartThings can help you monitor and manage your devices’ energy usage, create customized energy-saving routines and give you tips to reduce your overall consumption. For instance, rather than trying to maintain one home temperature though the day, a connected thermostat can sense when you wake up or arrive back home and adjust the air when it's needed.