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Volume 1, Issue 4

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PUBLISHER'S NOTE

Seasons change s our team sat down to discuss the features for this latest issue of ReFINEd, it was still mild outside, the ids in my neighbourhood were playing street hoc ey until long past sunset, and I was spending most of my evenings on the soccer field with my three children. ow, fall is here. I hope you re as eager to welcome the change of seasons as I am I have to admit, my e citement may or may not have something to do with the new leather ac et I spotted and subse uently bought at one of ingston s many incredible stores . las, I now fall isn t all about fashion, so I made sure our team included tons of stories in this issue that will help all of our readers happily welcome the new season. hether you re eager to try out a new shade of hair, or are contemplating the addition of an income suite to your home, we ve got it covered. appy fall, everyone e hope you en oy this issue of ReFINEd as much as we en oyed putting it together.

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ast wee end, my family and I arrived home after a crisp wal through the fallen leaves to the amazing smell of stew simmering in the slow coo er. ith a warming glass of red wine in my hands, an immediate sense of contentment reminded me ust why fall is my favourite season. here s something magical about the vibrant colours of autumn, isn t there H ere at ReFINEd, we re welcoming the change of season with stories on the top fall fashions for women, and stylish outerwear options for men. e also have e citing features on how you can stay fit as we ma e the transition into the colder months with strength training, and how to get your vehicle ready for the long winter ahead. ur cover story once again features the inimitable oanne ur e, who owns ouch of ellness in apanee. er drive to succeed as a businessperson never fails to inspire me. oth of my parents and my best friend are also entrepreneurs, so I now ust how much it ta es to successfully grow a business.

If you re an aspiring business owner, be sure to chec out our story on following your dreams. e spo e with a business advisor from ingston conomic evelopment to get the ins and outs of what it ta es to flourish. int assion and persistence is ey e hope you en oy this latest issue of ReFINEd ingston, and all the change this gorgeous season brings

"Winter is an etching, spring a watercolour, summer an oil painting, and autumn a mosaic of them all." atnley orowitz

Katrina Editor-in-Chief atrina eenevasen arlough ate.refined@gmail.com

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For some, the arrival of fall means it’s time to enjoy quiet moments sipping on a rich and creamy pumpkin spice latte. For others yet, it means it’s time to refresh their tresses and embrace a new hair colour.

16. the eyes have it

Men’s style; outerwear for him that will get him from 20C to -20C.

r he h 46. healthier, leaner, stronger

Your guide to strength training for a healthier body.

62. tea time Tea, not just a alternative to coffee, tea has some surprising health benefits.

100. are you ready for winter?

64. for the love of the game i g e

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Ten steps before you venture out this winter.

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66. events & entertainment

What’s happening in Kingston: November to February 2017.

Take your look from ordinary to extraordinary with eyelash extensions and microblading.

30. chill out in style

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102. amped up

Customize your ride.

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89. good eats Double chocolate shortbread

92. grape news

Cheers to Vinatges

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108. secondary suites

Creating an income suite in your home.

129. editor's five fall favourites

The editor's choices for a cosy fall at home.

Being a successful entrepreneur in the Limestone City.

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features

on the cover 18. making the cut

Men’s style: the long and the short of this year's hair trends.

22. haute style

Fall/winter fashions from local boutiques.

58. winter running

Go the distance this winter. How to run safely during the cold weather.

70. wall of courage

Inspiring stories of courage celebrated by local artist, Heather Haynes.

74. for the love of food

DISH - highlighting some of the city’s best places to eat.

Napanee’s best kept secret, Touch of Wellness Spa is the perfect retreat for anyone seeking a respite from the holiday craziness.

“The spa is devoted to total relaxation and rejuvenation,” says Joanne Burke, owner.

“We’re focused completely on our guests’ care, on education and quality services.”

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84. countylicious

Prince Edward County’s best restaurants, bistros and pubs this season.

120. baby, it’s cold outside Home heating 101.

Words by Katrina Geenevasen-Garlough Photography by Stephen Wild Wardrobe provided by Touch of Class, Napanee Shot on location at Parrot Bay Conservation Park Make-up by Erin Berry, Pro Make-up Coach

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STYLE

FALL

colour y atrina eenevasen

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or some, the arrival of fall means uiet moments sipping rich and creamy pump in spice lattes. or others, it means swapping lightweight sundresses for cosy nit sweaters. or others yet, it means it s time to refresh their tresses and embrace a new hair colour. e spo e with ndy oyd, owner of ingston s olce ella pa, and one of his stylists, ngela ohry, to help you ma e the transition into colder weather with these trendy colours perfect for the enchanting crispness of autumn.

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alls iercest olours hair colour trend ta ing by storm, bronde is the newest craze sweeping through ollywood. la e ively is ust one of many fans. his is a balayage techni ue of soft transitional blonde and brown, e plains ohry. nd the trend isn t going anywhere, she adds. alayage is a softer, subtle loo and it s here to stay. It is flattering and low maintenance. ot familiar with the term balayage alayage is a rench word meaning to sweep or to paint. he techni ue, when done by a trained stylist, allows for a natural loo ing hair colour with softer, less noticeable regrowth lines. ohry also predicts baby lights will be e tremely popular this fall. his is going to be favourite trend for many, she e plains. hese soft, subtle ultra fine highlights soften roots on solid coloured hair. or those wanting something a little more dramatic, cinnamon shades are also hot this fall, e plains oyd. his hair colour is a warm golden brown fitting with rich fall colours, he e plains. hoosing our est olour hile the best shade for you is always the one that ma es you feel the most confident and se y, a stylist s professional advice can t hurt. omen can determine what colour will wor best for them by consulting their stylist, says ohry. y analyzing your s in tone and eye colour, your stylist will be able to tell which tones and hues of a popular hair colour trend will be the most flattering on you. veryone can roc red hair, for e ample, but a trained stylist can tell you if a warm copper or a cool wine colour is best suited to you.

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hair colour trend ta ing by storm, bronde is the newest craze sweeping through ollywood. la e ively is ust one of many fans.

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The Art of Pampering

ousled e ture nce you ve determined your perfect shade, you might begin to wonder how to style it. hile slee loc s have had their moment to shine, this fall, it s all about waves, says ohry. ou ll be seeing everything from highly stylized waves that echo the style seen throughout the s to messy bohemian waves, she says. o get the bohemian loo , apply a light mousse and rough dry your hair. nce it s dry, wrap sections of your hair around a large barreled curling iron and alternate them so the waves go toward and away from your face. se your fingers to tousle the curls you want them to loo undone.

repping our ane or rigid emps eeping your hair healthy in the fall and winter starts by cleaning off dry damaged tips, says oyd. ummer sun can ta e its toll on your hair. ecause the winter months involve more outings and formal events li e hristmas parties and ew ears ve , wor with your stylist to find a thermal protectant to use when styling your hair throughout this busy season.

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EXPERT ADVICE ladies & men's fashion

ccessories ule Accessories are the great chameleons of womenswear.

Christine B ratt Chris J ames

DEFINING CONTEMPORARY STYLE

ny outfit can be transformed into a slew of different loo s by teaming them up with the right accessories. n amazing pair of shoes, a great belt, eye catching ewelry and a statement bag can completely transform an outfit.

Shoes asual your dress down with a pair of snea ers or canvas runners, or play dress up with a pair of great heels and glam ewelry to go from all day urban warrior to coc tail party diva.

Belts elts are essential accessories for pants, dresses, sweaters, s irts and shirts. et thin beyond the simple belt that holds your pants up. here are so many options out there from classic prints, to metallic lin s, to thic and hip riding leather belts with interloc ing buc les. ur favourite is the distinctive concho style belt. It s a functional wor of art. ou can wear it with anything any season and loo smashing.

Scarves carves are li e shoes you can never have too many. rom lightweight sil y te tures, to warm and cosy for cooler weather, these are a necessity adorned by men and women ali e. ar from ust providing warmth, they offer a pop of colour or a little bit of flirty style that can finish off a loo . nd with ways to tie them, the versatility is endless.

J ewelry ring out your favourite features with a great pair of statement earrings or nec lace. ove your d collet ear a longer nec lace that draws attention to your assets. ave a beautiful awline arge statement earrings that end at ust the right point are fantastic for accentuating the lines.

Bags he only suggestion I would offer is to remember scale the scale of your body, what outfit you are wearing, and the event you are attending. nything from a cross strap body to a shoulder tote style is always a good bet. great mar et bag can be colourful and oversized, but your everyday purse should probably be more versatile and classic.

In the End‌ on t stress about it, and try not to be matchy matchy. ou don t need to match your shoes to your bag anymore. tyle is the manifestation of your personal signature. he great thing about modern style is that there are no rules e cept the ones you choose to apply.

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The Suit It all starts with the suit two, in fact. suit is the most important clothing investment you ll ever ma e. lean, neat and comfortable, a suit is the uniform of success that inspires confidence. oday s suits are trim not tight under the arm, hug the shoulder, fit slightly narrower through the sleeve and are paired with pants whose silhouette follow the line and proportions of the ac et.

Here’s an inside look at how you can build a professional wardrobe with just a few essentials.

If you own only one suit, choose a medium weight, all season grey suit in a high twist wrin le resistant pure wool fabric. ou can cover the full year with a mid grey, ban er s grey or charcoal grey in either a plain fabric or one with a tiny pattern. ersatile, neutral grey is less star than blac . It wor s beautifully for day and evening with a variety of shirt colours, and it pairs nicely with blac or brown shoes. lus, the ac et can be worn separately with trousers or eans. eanwhile, an elegant, well fitted navy suit lets a man ma e a statement without saying a word. owadays, the navy suit is worn with more than a white shirt. he addition of colour through your shirt, tie and poc et s uare adds energy and sophistication that will eep you in style.

Shirts and Ties hirts and ties are the spice in your two suit wardrobe. hosen strategically, your shirt selection will ma imize your options for dressing each day. ith two suits, the ideal ratio is si shirts and four ties, which provides a shirt for every business day plus an e tra. tart with two white shirts, and then build your inventory around a colour theme. iversify within your colour scheme by choosing a selection of classic patterns, including a solid, a gingham or attersall chec , a engal stripe and a ban er s stripe.

Ties ith ties, start with a beautiful plain in a subtle tone that coordinates with your core shirt colour, then add a stripe and one with a small medallion, all of which will wor with your shirt choices. rom there, choose a blue pattern paisley or floral or a new colour, li e a red, burgundy, pin or yellow.

You’re All Set ith these basics, you ve got wee s of clothing before you ll grow tired of dressing for wor each day.

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The Eyes Have It y atrina eenevasen

e ve all heard the old nglish proverb, he eyes are the window to the soul. o it s only natural, then, that we d want our eyes to be as beautifully framed as possible.

If you have barely there brows or lashes that lac length, there are a couple of uic fi solutions designed to ma e getting ready in the morning a breeze eyelash e tensions and microblading. ead on to learn more. icroblading ometimes called brow embroidery, microblading is a semi permanent form of tattooing that provides a natural loo ing solution for those with sparse eyebrows. sing a hand held machine, a microblading specialist as for recommendations before ma ing an appointment with anyone draws tiny lines into the superficial dermis of the s in that mimics individual hairs. he process which ta es around two hours leaves brows loo ing beautifully fuller. he results are defined, fuller and natural loo ing symmetrical eyebrows that blend flawlessly with your natural brow. nly a year ago, microblading was virtually unheard of, but it has e perienced a surge in popularity. hile it varies from person to person, microblading usually lasts around to

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pa technicians don t bat an eye at the huge popularity of eyelash e tensions. here are three types of lash e tensions, including min or fau min , sil and synthetic. If properly cared for, min lashes last the longest around eight wee s and they loo and feel the most li e natural eyelashes. s a result, min and fau min lashes are becoming the o. choice for most women.

It s important to note that real min lashes do not come curled, and are not animal friendly. eanwhile, fau min lashes are man made, and many women love that they don t need to wear mascara with these types of lashes. hey are elegant and beautiful. il lashes, which are also very popular, can give women a very dramatic appearance, or they can be made to loo natural it ust depends on what loo the wearer is after. i e min and fau min lashes, sil lashes last awhile, depending on how well they re cared for.

" The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides." udrey epburn

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Making the Cut top hair trends for men y atrina eenevasen

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ccording to a study done in the . ., the ma ority of men change their hairstyle ust three times throughout their lives, while women li e to switch things up around four times a year. If you re a anuc craving a different loo , perhaps one of these styles will serve as some inspiration.

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tra long oc s erhaps nowing there is something inherently se y about men with lustrous, long loc s, designers iorgio rmani and oberto avalli had their male models sport hair that reached their shoulders on their fall runways. It s a little untamed, but it s definitely cutting edge. eed some convincing ust thin of swoon worthy celebrities li e rad itt, hris emsworth and oe anganiello. an you even begin to imagine hor with short hair I didn t thin so.

lic ed ac If you believe long loc s are best left to the li es of the stars mentioned above, a more controlled, gentlemanly loo may be more your style. n the ucci, rada and ersace runways, the models sported meticulously slic ed bac hair reminiscent of eonardo i aprio in he re Try slic ing all your hair bac for an intensely smoldering loo . If it s a bit much for everyday, a side part can soften the loo considerably. a e sure your cut is always fresh most men should go about once a month, but for this loo , you might need to go more often , and use a pomade to ensure your style stays in place all day.

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Bald is the new black.

haved he oc . ason tatham. in iesel. hat do all these men have in common side from playing action heroes in some of ollywood s biggest bloc busters, they all shave their heads, and they loo incredibly se y while doing it. hether you re tired of battling a receding hairline, are going bald, or ust want to channel your inner ruce illis, a shaved do might be your best bet.

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ou may be as ing, hat is a uiff imply put, it s when the hair is brushed upwards and bac wards from the forehead. hile variations of the uiff have been a mainstay for years and years lvis resley comes to mind , the te tured read messy uiff is hugely popular right now. It s e ual parts stylish and classic, and it s a snap to achieve. fter applying some volumizing spray, simply blow dry your hair upwards to add some lift to your roots. nce dry, massage some hair dust into your roots for e tra hold. inish with a blast of hairspray. ining In If you favour an edgy style, consider giving lining in a try. or this loo , hard, defined stro es are shaved into buzzed hair. ne word of advice dont attempt this cut at home see out the trained talent of a professional. risp lines are hard to achieve solo in front of the bathroom mirror.

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WORDS: KATRINA GEENEVASEN-GARLOUGH PHOTOGRAPHER: STEPHEN WILD HAIR & MAKEUP (Jesse): JENNIFER LYNNE OF MODISH ME modishme.net MODELS: JESSE WHALE, KATRINA GEENEVASEN-GARLOUGH WARDROBE: HOUSE OF ANGELIS (Kingston), CLOTH (Kingston), TOUCH OF CLASS (Napanee) SHOT ON LOCATION: FLY KINGSTON & LEMOINE POINT CONSERVATION AREA LAYOUT/DESIGN: JACQUI LYSKO

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MODEL: Katrina Geenevasen-Garlough WEARING: Jacket by Soia & Kyo, $549; Tunic sweater by C’est Moi, $79; Pants by Renaur, $89; Necklace, $19 DRESSED BY: cloth, 131 Princess St, Kingston 613.542.2777 clothclothing.ca

hite on white is proving to be a hot trend this season. or this loo , pair a cosy nit sweater with slim fitting pants and a long gold nec lace. opped off with this gorgeous ac et, designed by oia yo, you ll fend off chilly winter weather and loo undeniably fabulous at the same time.

A red jacket, like this one designed by Sandwich can take any outfit from drab to fab. Pair yours with a simple fit-andflare skirt, like this one designed by Nic & Zoe, and a black turtleneck for an uncomplicated, classy look perfect for the office. Tall boots and a charming hat complete the look.

MODEL: Katrina Geenevasen-Garlough WEARING: Jacket by Sandwich $260, Skirt by Nic & Zoe $218, Purse by High Fashion Handbags $145, Hat $25 DRESSED BY: Touch of Class Fashion Boutique 2 Dundas Street West, Napanee 613.354.2799 touchofclassfashions.ca

MODEL: Jesse Whale HAIR & MAKEUP: Jennifer Lynne of Modish Me modishme.net WEARING: Dress by Michael Kors, $250; Jacket by Laurel, $1,995; Boots by Peter Kaiser, $665; Necklace by Twoa Jewellery, $225; Handbag by Laurel, $795 DRESSED BY: House of Angelis 63 & 65 Brock St, Kingston 613.549.0511 houseofangelis.ca

Paired with simple over-the-knee boots, a slim-fitting dress like this one designed by Michael Kors is guaranteed to turn heads. Add a stylish moto jacket, an oversized handbag and a statement necklace and you’re set for a fabulous evening out on the town.

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KIDS STYLE

PICTURE PERFECT

ith its fau fur detailing, this dress designed by l is perfect for a tiny fashionista that li es to twirl op it with a cosy ac et li e this one, also designed by l , to ma e sure she stays toasty. hic tights also help fend off the winter chill.

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ust in time for fall and winter comes this adorable brown, orange and red printed dress. esigned by l , the fau fur trim around the wrists adds adorable detailing. he line cut will ma e any little one feel li e a princess.

ust because metallics are a popular trend for women doesn t mean the loo can t be worn by little girls, as well ere, gold and blac get their chance in the spotlight. eggings with gold trim and ultra soft, feather li e armed sweatshirt .

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MEN'S STYLE

Chill Out in Style astering en s

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efore the big chill sets in this winter in the Limestone

City, the days of in-between weather may leave you wondering what to put on when you leave the house in the a.m. ReFINEd Kingston came up with a list of must-have jackets so you’re covered (pun intended) for any occasion.

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Denim J acket ightweight and durable, a denim ac et can be worn to death indeed, the more you wear it, the better it s going to get. hoose one in a light blue as opposed to something in a vibrant hue to ensure you get the most wear out of it. nd don t discount the power of denim on denim. o avoid the notorious anadian tu edo loo , ust pair your ac et with a pair of eans in a different shade.

Puffer Vest hile pump in spice lattes, the crunch of leaves underfoot and hearty stews simmering on the stovetop are all true hallmar s of fall, perhaps the appearance of the puffer vest lets everyone now autumn has officially arrived. hether you choose to pair yours with eans and a hoodie, or slac s and an ford shirt, you ll be stylish and warm all season long.

Deconstructed Blaz er efore you as , a deconstructed blazer essentially means it s a ac et that has had its insides stripped out there s no padding or lining, which ma es it the perfect transition piece for fall. uch li e the bomber and leather ac ets, it s awesomely versatile you ll wear it all season long. ften made of cotton, lightweight wool or linen, they re perfect for transitional weather. ring it out of storage once spring comes around, or layer, layer, layer throughout the winter.

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his fall, loo for these toppers in a reddish brown colour the shade was all over the fall menswear shows in ondon, ilan, aris and ew or .

Bomber J acket bomber ac et is an essential piece of clothing that deserves a place in every man s closet. ith a classic, simple silhouette that is endlessly functional and cool, bomber ac ets pair well with everything from cropped pants to slim fitting eans. his fall, eep it simple. air yours with your favourite vintage tee and a great pair of eans for a style that loo s put together with ne t to no effort and cool.

Leather J acket hile a good leather ac et is no doubt an investment piece, now this it ll last you for years if you choose the right one. ou can also dress them up or down, ma ing the investment well worth it. he tric is choosing one that suits your style. If you lean towards more preppy loo s, for e ample, you might opt for a varsity style leather ac et. efore e posing it to the wind, rain and sleet ingston is nown for in the fall, ma e sure you waterproof it and apply a leather conditioner your ac et will loo newer longer.

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EXPERT ADVICE photography

M astering the Art of Smartp hone Photograp hy

Step hen Wild Step hen Wild Photograp hy swild @gmail.com . . step henwildp hotograp hy.com

Look around you. Whether you’re at a rock concert, a park, or having dinner at an elegant restaurant, the chances are pretty good that someone around you is using their cellphone to take a photo. There seems to be a growing need for us to record our lives; perhaps for someone else to see where we were and what we are doing. Sometimes, though, it’s just to get a great picture!

I have a few suggestions to help those who wish to get a great shot with his or her smartphone. fter all, the best camera is the one in your hand at the time the picture is conceived.

Look Toward the Light elfies wor better if the bac of the phone is toward the sun and you are facing toward the light.

Clean the Lens emove the debris on the lens, which ma es your images soft, almost as if you are loo ing through a foggy window. o not reach for the nearest piece of paper towel. ently wipe the lens clean with a wipe made for eyeglasses.

Stabiliz e Your Shot hen light levels get low, the camera s shutter speed will slow down. his causes blurry shots. ry stabilizing your hands place your elbows on a table, for e ample.

Turn Your Back lways have the sun at your bac when shooting outside, unless you are going for that blown out loo . hooting with the sun behind your sub ect will ma e them appear as a dar blob in the middle of your image.

Use Both Hands se two hands to ta e the shot of a lifetime. s the saying goes tability in numbers. wo hands are always better than one.

Tap It ap the screen to tell the phone where to focus or it will hunt around for a while trying to figure it out. his is called shutter lag.

Turn on the Flash – Sometimes urn the flash on when you find yourself with a bac lit condition. he camera still thin s there is enough light to ta e a shot only because the surrounding light is bright. ere s where things might get a little tric y to avoid your sub ect loo ing li e a white blob, don t get too close to them. ut don t stand too far away, either. hat s when they become a red eyed devil. im to shoot about five to eight feet away that s your sweet spot for the flash.

Don’t Z oom ou may want to, but don t do it rop once the image is ta en, unless the phone has an optical zoom first followed by a digital zoom component after that. lways remember this digital zoom bad optical zoom good.

Keep an Eye Out for Distracting Objects lways chec the bac ground of your sub ect so that poles, lampshades or hristmas ornaments are not stic ing out of your ncle d s head.

Grids are Good urn on the grid lines. his will help you with composition. ine up the horizon with either the top line or the bottom line. If you re shooting a flat s y, for e ample, use the top one. If, however, there are tons of fluffy clouds, use the bottom line. ry to not to stic the horizon in the middle of your frame. nd there you have it n oy your smartphone camera and happy shooting.

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“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.�

he uote to the left was made famous by the late aya ngelou, and one that oanne ur e the owner of ouch of ellness has built her successful business upon. he spa is devoted to total rela ation and re uvenation, says ur e. e re focused completely on our guests care, on education and uality services.

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If you re hoping to reduce spots and even the loo of s in, opt for the right oncentrate. In clinical testing, per cent of panelists demonstrated significant improvement in the appearance of age spots, while per cent of participants showed substantial improvement in the appearance of s in tone.

his fall, ouch of ellness began offering microblading. less invasive form of permanent ma eup, microblading creates the finest of hair stro es into the eyebrow area. he manual tool and techni ue mimic an e act brow hair, says ur e. he end result is amazing. ou ll end up with symmetrical brows that are defined, fuller and natural loo ing.

eanwhile, those wanting to soothe s in and reduce visible redness will love the alm oncentrate, says ur e. he ulas ra line also offers a two step awa ening ritual, which, along with the use of an veda facial dry brush, results in beautifully radiant s in. uring testing, per cent of women found their s in loo ed more radiant immediately, while per cent of women reported their s in felt smooth, refined and nourished at once.

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veda aunches ulas ra ouch of ellness is proud to offer veda products to their guests. eaturing plant based, organic ingredients that deliver superior results, veda is professionally developed and clinically tested. ecently, the brand launched ulas ra, an advanced performance s in care line inspired by yurveda and the yurvedic approach to healthy, balanced s in. ccording to the brand, ulas ra wor s immediately and over time to help accelerate s in s natural ability to restore itself using blends of precise, potent and advanced ingredients and proven formulas, combined with effective s in care techni ues and the art of aromaology.

are permanent cosmetics procedures for beauty mar s, scar camouflage and areola reconstruction.

If you want to lift, firm and smooth lines, try the irm oncentrate. uring clinical testing, per cent of users showed significantly firmer, more lifted loo ing s in with a reduction in the appearance of lines and wrin les.

nown as a total rela ation destination, ouch of ellness strives to offer guests a well rounded selection of services. rom e pertly done manis and pedis, to facials, massages and laser hair removal, it truly is a spa that has it all. n added bonus he spa has a li uor license. heers to that. hile you re there, be sure to ta e advantage of the spa s beautiful fireplace room it s the perfect spot to rela both before and after your treatment.

Permanent M akeup Pigmentation: ermanent ma eup, also nown as micro pigmentation, is a revolutionary method of inserting small amounts of pigment into the dermal layer of the s in to simulate natural loo ing and well defined ma eup. ermanent ma eup typically consists of the application of eyeliner, and lip color. dditionally, there

X treme Eyelash Extensions yelash e tensions are an easy way to amp up your everyday loo , and ma e getting ready in the morning a breeze. iscard your mascara you won t need it anymore, says ur e.

Teeth Whitening omehow, teeth are often forgotten in the whole body, mind and soul approach to health and wellness, says ur e. Instead of overloo ing those not so pearly whites, try ouch of ellness teeth whitening services.

Christmas at the Sp a our holiday season can be merry and bright at ouch of ellness. osting a staff hristmas party here s no better place to celebrate the season than at our spa, says ur e. omplete with coc tails, lunch or ust hors d oeuvrs, ouch of ellness promises an event your employees won t soon forget. he staff will wor with you to customize your event down to the last detail, promises ur e, who encourages her guests to pic up some veda gift sets to simplify their holiday shopping. hey re the perfect gift for everyone on your list, says ur e. atch for their hristmas arol pa ac ages coming in ovember.

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While the quality services are a hallmark of this small-town business, it’s the team, says Burke, which truly sets the sp a ap art. “ If our success can be attributed to one thing, it would be our team’s drive to constantly imp rove,” she says, welcoming a regular guest with a warm embrace. “ We are continually looking for ways to ensure our guests receive consistent service and quality each and every time.”

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Introducing the Team the attention to detail the customization we offer the space the products we offer and the care and passion every team member brings to the spa. i i usse Aveda Sp a Therap ist; Laser Hair Removal Sp ecialist; Team Leader

stress, says ussey. ith the essential oils from veda, you can feel them totally rela ing. It s amazing what veda and self care can do. hy she thin s ouch of ellness is second to none ven though apanee is a small town, we ve put this great spa on the map. It is one of apanee s best ept secrets, and people travel from all over for the e perience, even from as far as oronto and ontreal. achelle ent Aveda Sp a Therap ist; Eyelash Extension Sp ecialist

a na lais Aveda Sp a Therap ist; Educator; Laser Hair Removal Sp ecialist; Team Leader hy she loves her ob I love the variety, education and the constant changing of the industry, she says. er favourite veda product he right oncentrate from veda s new ulas ra line. It gives the s in an instant pic me up and healthy glow, she says. It s suitable for sensitive s in types, as well. hy she feels ouch of ellness is an amazing spa he e tra touches offered to each guest

er favourite veda product I m very passionate about veda facials and the veda s in care line, says ussey. hy she s so passionate about her ob I en oy ma ing people feel good, and relieving their

hy she loves her ob I love ma ing people feel good about themselves, she says. I believe happy employees e uals happy guests. er favourite veda product he new dry brush and oleation oil. ou can actually see the results immediately, she says. he first time I used it, I noticed a huge difference, and now I love it.

to wor with someone who truly cares about people. hy she feels ouch of ellness is an amazing spa It s a very welcoming place for guests to come to. he veda e perience is li e none other Samantha ender Aveda Sp a Therap ist; Nail Art Sp ecialist

hy she s thrilled to offer fau lashes yelashes may be small, but they pac a mighty punch. ull healthy lashes are all the rage today among people of all ages. hy she loves her ob I love ma ing people feel good, she says. y guests love the fact they don t have to wear mascara they feel and loo put together with no effort. er favourite veda product he new ulas ra serums. hey are amazing, she says. ou can see them wor ing.

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hy she loves going to wor I love ma ing people feel good about themselves, she says. hen guests feel great, it puts a smile on my face. er favourite veda product he eautifying omposition. It s very multi purpose, she says. e recommend it for everything. aura omp ins Aveda Sp a Therap ist

hy she loves her ob It s amazing how you can build so many great relationships not only with the people you wor with, but also with the guests that come in here. It ust gives me shivers thin ing about it It s such a great ob. hen you come to ouch of ellness, you ust want to rela . It s so important. er favourite veda product I love everything, she says. ut I m really loving veda s new wa ening itual. hy she thin s ouch of ellness is a perfect place to rela oanne is so great with our guests, she says. It seems li e she hugs everyone that wal s in Sarah ear Eyelash Extension Sp ecialist; M icroblading Sp ecialist

hy she s passionate about her ob I en oy creating an environment that ma es people feel well and rela ed, she says. ith so much going on in our lives, it s nice to get away from it all once in a while and let total rela ation begin. er favourite veda product he plant peel.

It s a gentle, but deep e foliation, she says. our face glows for wee s afterwards. ou don t need any ma eup.

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hy she loves her ob I en oy loo ing after people and helping people rela . hen you now you have made a difference in someone s day or helped them rela , it s so rewarding. lso, my boss oanne has provided us with a very comfortable and ind wor environment. It s nice ReFINEdKINGSTON

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hy she loves her ob It s a very emotionally rewarding profession, she says. a ing people loo good also ma es them feel good. hich in turn ma es me feel good. ending someone home feeling amazing is wonderful. he power of touch is transforming. er favourite veda product he eautifying omposition. I first began using it daily when e pecting my daughter, she says. It treated and prevented stretch mar s. I continue to use it daily on my face and body for additional moisture. I also use it on my children anytime they have a cut, bug bite or rash.

he guests are part of our spa family and they too believe wellness is critical and we all need to ta e care of each other. y ob is a gift.

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hat ma es ouch of ellness an incredible spa It s a gem a uni ue place for all that come to be part of a wellness movement. he support is there and the owner ta es incredible care of the guests and the staff.

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hy she loves her ob I love ma ing people feel good about themselves, she says. I love where I wor oanne and all my cowor ers are amazing people to wor with.

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er favourite veda product he beautifying composition oil. ou can do so many different things with it, she says.

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hy she loves her ob It allows me the opportunity to wor with incredible women who ta e wellness to a whole other level, she says.

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In my industry, I ve come to notice one constant women myself included , e pect a lot from their s incare products. e all want them to deliver healthy loo ing s in s in that loo s lit from within, and appears smooth, radiant and hydrated. very product we use whether it s a morning moisturizer or an evening serum needs to uic ly deliver noticeable results. uc ily, veda understands.

Women expect a lot from their skincare products.

We all want them to deliver healthy-looking skin; skin that looks lit from within, and appears smooth, radiant and hydrated.

ulas ra veda which ensures integrity and uality by using organically grown flowers and plants wherever possible has responded to customer demand with their brand new line, ulas ra. inety seven per cent naturally derived, ulas ra is revolutionizing the s incare industry. nd li e my customers, I m thrilled it s finally here.

Instant Results he outcomes spea for themselves early studies show per cent of women found their comple ion loo ed more radiant immediately and per cent reported their s in felt smooth, refined and nourished right away. It s no wonder the products have received so much attention. epending on your s in type and the results you wish to achieve, there are three concentrates to choose from he irm oncentrate, the right oncentrate and the alm oncentrate.

The Three Concentrates The Firm Concentrate lifts and firms the loo of s in over time, and instantly tightens the feel of s in. eed some convincing inety one per cent of users e perienced significantly firmer, lifted loo ing s in with a reduction in the appearance of lines and wrin les. he right oncentrate visibly reduces discoloration, evens s in tone and restores radiance. n astonishing per cent of panelists demonstrated significant improvement in the appearance of age spots, while per cent of participants showed a significant improvement in the appearance of s in tone. inally, the alm oncentrate soothes, cools and reduces the loo of redness. uring clinical testing, users s in was immediately soothed. on t forget to try ulas ra s adiant wa ening itual, the adiant acial ry rush and the adiant leation il. I ve e perienced firsthand how effective these products are trust me they don t disappoint. o matter which concentrate you choose, however, you can rest assured nowing it was e pertly formulated, uniting traditional yurvedic wisdom with advanced s in care science. top by ouch of ellness for assistance in selecting which product is right for you and your s in. hen, breathe in and be beautiful. ith regular use, your s in will e perience the proven results of ulas ra.

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n the day I meet ammy i on at hill ifestyle for ids her trendy new baby and children s store I spot a pigtailed toddler, her teensy fingers painsta ingly fashioning a tower of colourful bloc s that wobbles precariously. hen they come tumbling down, her adorable s ueals of delight fill the entire store. he innocent, uninhibited pleasure is a wonderful sight, to be sure, but it s one i on has become all too familiar with since opening her store in historic downtown apanee earlier this fall.

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“When children pick up something special here, I hope they’ll keep it for the rest of their life, or hand it down to someone, I’m hoping to be a piece of their background; to have an effect on their happiness…even if it’s just a little bit.”

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s the doting mother of two youngsters two year old dmund and nine month old enelope i on found it hard to locate uni ue and uality gifts, as well as modern d cor, toys and furniture for dmund and enelope s nurseries. ith a bac ground in education, ma ing the decision to open her own store was an easy one. I was eager to give ids the opportunity to be imaginative and creative with their clothing and environment, she says, giving me a one on one tour around the delightfully decorated store. ith a uropean influence, the store s design is beautiful in its simplicity natural wood shelves mimic a streetscape, while a mint coloured ceiling gives a calming impression of the s y

above. hroughout the store, the house shaped shelves hold all the items i on has carefully curated.

Clothing – A Wide Variety of Siz es for Babies and Children If you now a pint sized fashionista, you ll love . ontreal based company, s founder and designer creates collections inspired by adults, but for children. It s no surprise the brand has become one of hill s best selling lines. It s very fashion forward, says i on, showing me an adorable outfit that I wish came in my own size. hill also carries children s designer clothing by eu par eu . esigned in uebec, eu par eu is a brand countless parents depend on across anada. oppies, a line out of the . . that creates trendy, comfortable and functional collections for babies and children, is also offered at hill. ade of rich materials, the clothing is perfect for the modern child. It s such a trusted brand, says i on. It s one of those brands that washes and wears well and is very fashionable for ids, and the material is ust really beautiful.

e sure to visit hill to view the full collection you ll also find items by ortage and ain, arth aby utfitters, prout andmade and he ild, ust to name a few.

Toys hile toys these days do everything short of singing and dancing well, perhaps some do , i on is all about getting bac to basics. I try to bring in toys that allow ids to do the thin ing, not toys that do the thin ing for them, she says. I try to find toys that can be used in different ways, grow with the child, and promote creative thin ing. I m loo ing to promote e ploration and imaginative thin ing.

Indeed, the toys found on the shelves at hill are much different than what many parents and caregivers have become familiar with. ith all the newfangled gadgets and gizmos these days, children have little opportunity to actually hen I want to bring something in, I first as myself, hat s special about this product that will get ids thin ing i on s method is clearly wor ing it s hard to resist plopping down on the floor myself to give some of the toys a whirl.

A Bright Future nyone from the area nows that apanee has e perienced a surge of revitalization in recent years, with tons of uni ue shops opening their doors to shoppers. i on is thrilled to be a part of it, and has big plans for the store s future. ver the ne t few years, I want the store to become a hub for children and parents, she says, adding that classes for babies and toddlers will soon be offered. I d li e hill to be both a bouti ue and a resource for parents. atching her interact with customers, it s clear i on is right where she s meant to be, and that the future of this store is bright. hen children pic up something special here, I hope they ll eep it for the rest of their life, or hand it down to someone, says i on. I m hoping to be a piece of their bac ground to have an effect on their happiness even if it s ust a little bit.

Many of trendy, hip and modern items in store at Chill Lifestyle for Kids are handmade by Canadians.

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an appearance. Now that we’re into 2016, strength training has taken over the fitness world — and unlike neon legwarmers, leotards and headbands — it’s here to stay.

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Improve Your Overall Health “Having a strong body is very important for everyday life,� explains Josh Maveety, owner of UFIT Kingston.

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he best part trength training is for everyone. hether you re a sprightly year old student, a wearied year mom, or a lively year old, a professional can develop a regime that will not only improve your ability to navigate everyday living, but also help you to improve your overall strength and stability, torch those pes y e cess calories, and build muscle strength. ccording to the ayo linic, strength training can also help manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, bac pain, obesity, heart disease, depression and diabetes. he ayo linic also suggests strength training can sharpen your thin ing s ills.

Anytime, Anywhere trength training can be done pretty much anywhere whether you re on the beach vacationing this winter, or have the advantage of a home gym, there are no e cuses to miss a wor out. se your own body weight to do pushups, pullups and leg s uats, or purchase ine pensive and lightweight resistance tubing that offers resistance when stretched. If you wish, pic up some free weights or dumbells.

Start Slow If, li e many, you re new to the world of weight training, there s something you should eep in mind before plunging into a new fitness regime. a e it slow, advises aveety, who is a certified personal trainer. ou will reach your goal. ut the worst thing you can do is wal in and thin you can do the

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Men will begin to notice sought-after results in about four to six weeks, women take a little longer, with most females showing their hard-earned progress within around eight to 10 weeks.

same thing as someone who has been doing it for three years. our body won t be used to it, so you have to ta e it slow, or your body will wonder what you re doing to it you ll shoc it. nce your body gets used to it, you can push the boundaries a little bit more. he ayo linic suggests that if you have a chronic condition, or if you re older than age and you haven t been active recently, you should chec with your doctor before beginning a strength training or aerobic fitness program.

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en will begin to notice sought after results thin toned arms and a roc hard core, for starters , in about four to si wee s, says aveety. omen ta e a little longer, with most females showing their hard earned progress within around eight to wee s.

Getting Started ant to now if strength training is right for you ry these simple e ercises at home to get an idea of what its li e. s always, consult your doctor before beginning any new fitness routine. lan s ry doing a standard plan , as well as a side plan for ultimate impact, suggest aveety. uats hese can be done anywhere. ry snea ing in some reps while you re brushing your teeth. ushups hether you love em or hate em , pushups have been coined as he orld s reatest ercise. othing strengthens your core uite li e a good pushup.

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It s never too early or too late to start wor ing towards being the healthiest you and there s no better place to begin than at I ingston. ffering a variety of both private and semi private training programs customized to your uni ue fitness goals and abilities, I ingston integrates a wide range of fitness disciplines and methods that eep the body and mind challenged. his includes strength, mobility and stretching sessions such as yoga , as well as cardiovascular e ercises, weight lifting, suspension training and body weight routines. o accommodate clients varying schedules and goals, owner and personal trainer osh aveety offers seven different bootcamps wee ly, as well as one women s only bootcamp. any new moms are eager to ta e part in I s it om classes, which infants are welcome to watch from the sidelines. hether you re hoping to lose weight, sculpt your body, gain some muscle, or improve your cardiovascular health, fle ibility or posture, I ingston with its steadfast focus on proper form promises to deliver results you ll be proud of. ot convinced it s for you I always say to give it a shot and see how things go, says aveety. ive it si wee s. ou don t now until you try something and the worst thing

you can do is not try. ou re shutting yourself off from something that can be amazing and very beneficial. t I ingston, you won t find any treadmills or ellipticals. ou won t see anyone sweating it out on a stair climber or a stationary bi e, either. ere, fitness gets bac to the basics.

I am a true believer in full body movements, says aveety. I believe in power movements, in using your whole body as one and not being stuc on a machine built for one style of body. aveety has been passionate about fitness his entire life following a successful stint as a ic er for ishop s niversity and then the amilton iger ats, he began playing for the t. awrence ollege soccer team. or those familiar with aveety s avid sports s ills, his success as a soccer player came as no surprise he s been well nown throughout the soccer and football community his entire life. pon his graduation from college, aveety made the transition to personal training and hasn t loo ed bac since. I love seeing people progress, he says, helping a client stretch out following an intense one on one wor out. I li e to see where they are physically and watch them reach their goals.

he personal training process begins with a complimentary fitness evaluation that determines your strengths, wea nesses, imbalances and goals. rom there, we develop a personalized fitness program that encompasses muscle rehabilitation and toning, strength training and overall core development, says aveety. or aveety, who can be seen on the sidelines coaching the ueen s niversity ic ers, it s important to begin a training program nowing where his clients stand. It s nice to bring them in to see what their goals are. It s amazing to get my clients to the point where they are feeling confident.

It s easy in a gym that focuses on providing a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. here are no pretenses here, no airs about the trainers, instructors and nutritionist on board who are all there to see you succeed to help you transform your mind, body and your life. his is a community, family based gym, says aveety. I am very close with my parents, and I wanted it to feel li e that. It s nice to wal in and feel welcomed.

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or aveety, personal fitness is not a destination it s a way of life. It s such a good stress reliever, he says. hese days, everyone is so stressed out about money, about providing for their families, about eeping their obs. It s o ay to put yourself first so that you can be there for everyone else. veryone needs an outlet. It s important to get those endorphins going, and allow our bodies to rela and feel strong. ith an original dream of becoming a teacher, it seems aveety has found his true calling. his is ust how I decided to help people, he says. I ust love to see how far clients can go. nd once they reach a goal, it s finding out what the ne t one is. I love to push boundaries and watching my clients strive to be the best they can be.

osh has totally changed the way I e ercise. I now loo forward to going to the gym. I love the way osh motivates and challenges me. he community he has built allows you to feel comfortable every time you go to the gym. ou can t eep me away it has become one of my favourite places to be ate . osh is a very approachable instructor who has a focus on techni ue, fle ibility and core strength. ou will notice improvements in whatever your personal goal is increased strength weight loss increased endurance, or the ability to do a push up. e varies his classes to accommodate all ages and strength levels. osh is s illed at modifying the group wor out to accommodate your needs such as a newcomer, an in ured body part, or in my recent case, a pregnancy. ou wont regret trying osh s classes aitlin .

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irst and foremost, I believe there are no bad e ercises, only bad e ercisers. ny movement can be beneficial when done right with proper form, focus and appropriate resistance or weight. owever, incorrect weight training techni ues can lead to sprains, strains, fractures and other in uries that may sideline your weight training efforts. he ma ority of issues associated with bad form are a result of the e erciser using resistance that is beyond their abilities. ere are some helpful tips ift an appropriate amount of weight. tart with a weight you can comfortably lift to times. s you get stronger, gradually increase the amount of weight. earn to do each e ercise correctly. hen lifting weights, move through the full range of motion in your oints. he better your form, the better your results. roper form also decreases the li elihood of you hurting yourself. hen you re doing s uats, don t let your nees drop inward. his common mista e can be remedied by actively pushing your nees apart. emember to breathe. any people are unaware they hold their breath when lifting. ocus on breathing out as you lift and breathing in as you lower the weight.

If you re ust getting started, or you ve been weight training for a while, consider boo ing time with a training specialist to review your techni ue and identify any changes you may need to avoid any ris of in ury.

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“To me, my job isn’t about the paycheque. I love what I do. It’s nice to be the person in someone’s day that makes them feel special; to be the person that makes sure they feel great. I love relieving stress for my clients.”

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It s not difficult to do, though, in a spa that places an enormous emphasis on ensuring each client feels e ceptional and uni ue. o me, my ob isn t about the payche ue, says owner and esthetician arilyn i on. I love what I do. It s nice to be the person in someone s day that ma es them feel special to be the person that ma es sure they feel great. I love relieving stress for my clients. ith a plethora of services to choose from including facials to combat the harsh effects of winter pedicures to prettify your feet manicures

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to ensure glamour is never more than a fingertip away and wa ing to achieve sil ily smooth s in imply sthet ma es it easy for you to indulge. nd i on, who has been in the industry for more than years, believes such indulgence is critical. hese days, we lead such busy lifestyles, she says, arranging a stac of fluffy white towels while instrumental music plays softly in the bac ground. I wanted to create an environment where people can come in and lose themselves, and have some down time away from their thoughts and worries.

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hile there s something to be said about all the incredible services at the spa, i on says countless women return time and time again for the razilian wa . sing a hard wa , the team at imply sthet ma e the sometimes distressing process of going totally bare down there a less painful e perience. here is less irritation, e plains i on. he wa only adheres to the hair it doesn t stic to the s in. verall, people e perience less irritation and redness. eople also love that it hurts less.

arilyn is the only person I trust with all my esthetic needs. ot only does she have the technical e pertise, she s also e tremely talented. arely do you meet someone who ta es the time to get things done beautifully and precisely. I turn to her for my wants and needs, and love that she really goes above and beyond every visit. eema e azi, ingston I was new to ingston when I first started going to arilyn for my wa ing. er space is welcoming, calming and very rela ing. arilyn is ind, professional and puts her customers first. eing on the ueen s campus is great for lunch time appointments and arilyn is aware that time is precious and does her wor in a timely manner. I would recommend arilyn to anyone. he s the best esthetician I ve ever had ara li, ingston

Dermalogica imply sthet is pleased to offer ermalogicia products to its clients. he o. choice for s incare professionals and consumers worldwide, ermalogica is dedicated to delivering s in health results through education, innovation, and professional recommendation, says the company. ith an array of products created to tac le any s in issue whether it s oiliness acne and brea outs sensitivity and redness dryness or uneven s in tone ermalogica trained specialists design treatments specifically for each client s s in type. I can customize a facial for anyone that comes in, says i on. he line is very tailorable.

In anuary, i on will also be introducing a second s incare line stay tuned for the e citing announcement later this year.

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Dynamic Duo he unparalleled e perience at imply sthet wouldn t be possible without teamwor . hat s why i on made it her mission to find an esthetician who would be the nail to her file, so to spea . essica ranston, who has been an esthetician for four years, perfectly fit the bill. he s such a ind hearted people person, says i on. he ma es our clients feel so comfortable. e uvenate and revive at imply sthet it s an e perience you simply won t forget anytime soon.

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a coach and counselor, I meet endless people who don t have enough time to get everything on their to do list done. s a result, they e perience an iety and stress, and their personal relationships are directly affected. his is no way to spend the holiday season it s time to start doing things differently. reate a vision of what you want the holidays to be li e, then set goals and ma e plans for them to happen. obody can tell you what that vision should be. ere are some tips to get you started on a new path

Extreme stress during the holidays can ruin the whole month of December, but it doesn’t have to. It’s time for you to stop playing “the stress game” and start enjoying the holidays again.

Eliminate old traditions and begin new ones. he traditions you and your family celebrate during the holidays are as uni ue as your fingerprints. ut if these rituals cause you an iety, they are no longer valuable. implify things and eliminate timeworn traditions in order to begin new ones that fit your family and lifestyle now.

Start saying NO! ay no to some events endless shopping overeating over drin ing and over spending. If you begin saying no, you open yourself up to more time and space for things that bring you true happiness.

Be vigilant about self-care. nsure you are doing things that ma e you feel good. a e a bath boo a spa day read your favourite novel wor out regularly and get lots of sleep.

Get outside. uring the winter months, we are not e posed to vitamin as much as we are during the warmer months.

Put lemon or orange essential oil on a cloth and keep it with you. melling these essential oils help your brain produce norepinephrine, which will help boost positive feelings.

Try to stick to your regular daily routine as much as p ossible. predictable schedule may help set your mind at ease.

Eat more sp icy foods. hey trigger the release of endorphins more feel good stuff .

Don’t go for sugary, quick ‘ p ick-me-up s.’ pt for fresh vegetables and fruit, or a handful of almonds for a healthy, tasty snac .

Sp end time with the p eop le you love. ime is the most valuable commodity.

Editor’s tip : hile this is a great list of sanity saving tips, be sure to visit aurie s website at lauriehannah.com for even more ways to reduce your stress during the holidays.

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Go The Distance WINTER RUNNING GEAR 101

By Katrina Geenevasen-Garlough

Did you enjoy the unseasonably warm autumn we were blessed with this year? Yes? That’s good. Because according to the Canada Farmer’s Almanac, Old M an Winter isn’t going to be so kind. We’re talking bone-chilling, teeth-chatting temp eratures — an old-fashioned Canadian deep freez e.

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“IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR BODY, EXERCISE. IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE, BECOME A RUNNER.” — UNKNOWN If you’re a runner, you might be temp ted to trade the snow-covered roads for a treadmill in a climate-controlled gym this winter. Don’t. With the right gear, nothing comp ares to an outdoor run; the fresh air and Vitamin D may be all you need to avoid the all-to-common winter blues. An added bonus? You can blast the fat that seems to easily accumulate easily during the cold winter months.

We’ve rounded up a few necessities for p ounding the p avement to make sure you’ll stay safe and warm this winter.

START ON THE RIGHT FOOT The right p air of shoes ensures you can take on the snowiest, iciest roads with ease.

To stay safe, toasty and dry, op t for kicks with p icks on the sole, and Gore-Tex and waterp roofed up p ers. Try on several p airs to ensure they’re not only comfortable, but also lightweight, breathable and offer lots of cushion.

Need some extra motivation to get out the door on a dark winter’s morning? Choose a colourful p air of runners; they may just give you the extra boost you need when you’d rather duck back under the warm blankets.

With winter’s shorter days, early mornings and evenings — p op ular running times — are dar e ective ear ill ensure drivers can sp ot you in the darkest of conditions.

T Look for leggings with heat-trap p ing construction to keep you warm. They’ll help you avoid that awful stinging sensation that follows during your hot p ost-run shower.

Bottoms with stretch and moisture-wicking p rop erties are equally imp ortant; even though it’s cold out, you’ll still sweat.

M oisture wicking will ensure you can dial up our or out even hen the sno is in For even more warmth, look for a running skirt that’s wind-resistant and will trap all the

heat where we seem to need it the most: our thighs and bum.

T Look for clothing that offers breathability, aterproofin and thermal insulation t ma seem like a lot to ask of your clothing, but the trick is layering. r startin ith a fitted shirt that offers moisture wicking to keep you dry and comfortable, and toppin it off ith a eece p ullover for added warmth. Finally, add a cos , do n filled vest ou ll still have ran e of motion, but you’ll be p rotected from the harsh winter elements.

ORIE ACCESSORIE o outfit is complete ithout accessories — even when it comes to your running ensemble. e in ith findin a hat, headband or balaclava to p revent heat loss. Remember that keep ing your ears covered is key; the cold temp eratures and wind can cause major discomfort and for some, even p ain.

To ensure they’re well p rotected, look for hats with contoured ear coverage.

M any comp anies, such as ASICS, Nike and the North Face, offer p lenty of op tions that are breathable, lightweight and can easily be tucked into a p ocket if you begin to overheat.

When it comes to gloves, look for op tions that not only rep el wind, but also fend off water for added warmth. Some comp anies even offer technology-friendly thumb and forefin er tips so ou can trac our kilometres and crank up your tunes with ease ic a pair ith re ective strips if you’re p lanning to run in the dark.

Finally, p air your running shoes with some technical socks designed for logging miles during the winter months. You’ll want to snap up a few p airs with moisture-wicking p rop erties so your tootsies stay dry and free of p esky blisters.

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Honour, Love and Celebrate Your "Yoni" atrina eenevasen arlough hotos tephen ild

utside, rain is falling softly. Its rhythmic sound is soothing its earthy smell is sweet and fresh. ong associated with emotions and cleansing, the shower is uite fitting on this particular autumn day. or inside, a small group of women are sitting comfortably on soft sheeps in rugs, a fire softly illuminating their faces as they wor together to awa en their power, magic, passion and creativity. hey re there with the nurturing support of certified wellness and personal growth coach heryl iebert, who is passionate about helping all women discover their source of power with ade gg ractice.

that the fire was lit within her to avidly pursue her goal. he universe was literally giving me a bump on the head to slow me down, she says, adding that as a menopausal woman, she was also unfortunately becoming all too familiar with what so many menopausal women e perience uncomfortable, painful se . he gift in all of this was that I started to e plore other things I was interested in. ne of those things was ade gg ractice.

In eastern cultures, ade is a sacred stone. It s been revered for more than , years and is considered the stone of heaven. ade itself has healing intrinsic properties, e plains iebert. It helps us heal slowly and gently.

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"Jade eggs — with their healing, restorative powers — and Tantra provide us with tools to reclaim and reconnect, both with ourselves and one another". heryl iebert

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ade gg ractice helps women tap into the wisdom of their feminine cha ras, e plains iebert. hrough practice, women can e plore and e pand their intuition, power and sensuality, their divine feminine essence.

Introducing this practice to the women of our city has been a long time coming it s an idea iebert has been curious about further e ploring for a while. ut it wasn t until two years ago, following a car accident that left her with whiplash, an in ured bac and a concussion,

ith a combination of intention, meditation and breath wor , a ade egg is used internally. ade stimulates the body s natural healing capacity, says iebert, holding the smooth, green egg tenderly in the palm of her hand. It helps heal the female reproductive system by assisting with circulation of blood and balancing of hormones. It is also associated with the heart cha ra, she e plains, and is a wonderful heart opening stone. It s also very good for grounding. o an egg inside a woman s body is amazing. It heals very softly and safety and gently, she says.

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he wor shops and one on one sessions iebert provides on ade gg ractice have caused uite a stir in the city already, with sessions uic ly filling up. ut really, it comes as no surprise. o many married couples lose the spar , the passion, that was there in the beginning of their relationship with their significant other. omen will tell me, I go through the motions. e re li e roommates, buddies. here s no passion, spar , or fire. o if we want to re indle that spar , that fire, we need to re indle it within ourselves first. nd ade gg ractice helps us do that. here are so many nerve endings in a woman s yoni. It s the place of a woman s power, her strength, her intuition, her wisdom. e

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he ade gg ractice ties in perfectly with the ouples onscious onnecting or shops iebert is also now offering. hrough these wor shops, iebert hopes to dispel some of the myths around antra which means techni ue movement breath and sound , and how conscious connecting with no se can be beautiful. It s not even about having se , e claims iebert. It s about a conscious connection.

uring the couples wor shops all orientations are welcome , participants will learn things li e eye gazing, breathing, and nurturing holds, says iebert. hey ll also learn how to loo at each other, how they can sound together, how they can change things together during lovema ing, and the language of love. ven if everything has been disconnected, even if that sizzle is gone, when a couple figures out what each other s love language is, everything changes, says iebert. e sure to learn about these different languages in depth in the wor shops. hile iebert ac nowledges it might ta e courage at first for some to participate in ade gg ractice or the ouples onscious onnecting or shops, she encourages every woman to celebrate her divine female essence. he, herself, is the perfect e ample of how effective the practice is she s fully healed from her accident, and says she feels years old again. I have that same sensual, uicy feeling I had when I was in my s and s, she says. ade eggs with their healing, restorative powers and antra provide us with tools to reclaim and reconnect, both with ourselves and one another, says iebert. hen we e pand our hearts, we ma e love not only with our partners, but with the whole world.

Visit cherylhiebert.com for a full list of workshops and dates.

Cheryl Hiebert ertified ellness ersonal rowth oach . . info@cherylhiebert.com cherylhiebert.com

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tea

Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, next only to water.

Confucius once said, “Tea tempers the spirits and harmonizes the mind, dispels lassitude and relieves fatigue, awakens thought and prevents drowsiness, lightens or refreshes the body, and clears the perceptive faculties.�

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ith a host of vitamins, minerals and antio idants in every cuppa, onfucius was obviously onto something it s been proven time and time again that cup of tea can be beneficial to your health and well being. ccording to the ea ssociation of anada, he scientific evidence continues to mount about the numerous health benefits of drin ing tea. undreds of recent scientific research studies have found many potential health attributes associated with tea. o put the ettle on, ready your favorite mug and read on to learn more about the surprising ways tea is steeped with health benefits.

Green Tea here have been endless studies done on the health benefits green tea, and there seems to be a general consensus that it can boost metabolism, prevent cancer and ease the pain commonly associated with arthritis. tudies also suggest it can also help those suffering from I , lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation. o wonder it s been touted as a wonder drin he niversity of aryland edical enter suggests adults it s not recommended for children drin two to three cups a day to achieve optimal health benefits. affeine free versions are available.

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Black Tea he most popular type of tea, blac tea contains the most caffeine with around milligrams per cup. o put that in perspective for you, coffee has roughly to milligrams a cup. cientific studies have shown regularly drin ing blac tea can help to reduce the ris of stro e and may also lower the ris of high cholesterol, idney stones, osteoporosis and ar inson s disease.

Oolong Tea oping to shed some pounds ry drin ing oolong tea, which some studies suggest can aid weight loss because it activates an enzyme

responsible for dissolving triglycerides, the form of dietary fat that s stored in fat cells. ccording to the inus auling Institute at regon tate niversity, oolong tea may also protect against cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and dental caries. ther studies have indicated oolong tea lowers blood sugar levels, which might help people with diabetes maintain good glucose control.

bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the body with more success than other teas. nother study, done at regon tate niversity in orvallis, discovered white tea can help prevent colon cancer.

White Tea

nd if you want to loo younger, loo no further. ccording to the official ournal of the International ociety for omplementary edicine esearch, white tea can also prevent wrin les by strengthening elastin and collagen. las, we can re oice e ve found the fountain of youth

hite tea comes from young leaves and buds, which results in a sweet, mild flavour. nd with only about milligrams per cup, the caffeine content is very low.

hite tea also has a very high polyphenol count, which means it contains plenty of health protective antio idants. here s also lots of polyphenols in high uality e tra virgin olive oil.

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CITY LIFE

For the LOVE of the Game here is something uintessentially anadian about the sound of stic s slapping the puc and s ates cutting across a frozen pond on a frosty winter s night. It s a scene attersea native ason ands is all too familiar with, and precisely where his love of hoc ey began.

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ollowing an impressive career with the ingston rontenacs, ands went on to play hoc ey for t. homas niversity in redericton, and then en oyed a one year stint in ustria, where he played with the alzburg ed ulls. ollowing a nee in ury, he made the tre bac to the imestone ity, where he eventually settled in as a successful realtor and loving father. lthough his days on the ice as a star player may be over, his fierce, competitive spirit continues to influence our community in innumerable ways. s the head coach of the ingston r. rontenacs minor atom team, ands is shaping the hoc ey players of tomorrow to be the best they can be to e perience success not only athletically, but also academically and professionally.

TEAM WORK

PLAYER OF THE GAM E ollowing games, the players routinely troop out of their dressing room sporting matching shirts, ties and ac ets. ut one player donning a pin vest with yellow stars and a aunty top hat always stic s out. It is, after all, most certainly not an outfit most eight and nine year old boys would wear with pride, but this is the e ception. he zany outfit is an honour, e plain the coaches. very game, we announce a layer of the ame. It s not necessarily the guy that scores the most goals or has the most assists, but the player that most e emplifies what our team stands for sportsmanship, hard wor and doing the little things that normally go unnoticed by a lot of people.

THE IM PORTANCE OF DEVELOPM ENT

resh off the road from a game in ar ham, the ingston unior rontenacs were already prepping for a match against arrie as of press time. ith a game season not counting tournaments and playoffs , there s not much time for rest and rela ation.

espite their season getting off to a rough start they lost their first four games , the ids have since pulled up their hoc ey soc s, so to spea . ut ands and the rest of the coaching staff aren t letting that get to their young heads. inning is great, says ands, but it isn t what s most important. o what is he overall development of every player, no matter their s ill level.

espite the e haustive schedule, the young players are clearly doing something right they d won an impressive si of their last eight games. It s a testament not only to ands coaching abilities, but also the inspirational training of coaches i e aughlin, hilip aclean, ich a ins and arren ic en, as well as, of course, the s ills of the players themselves. hey ta e the game of hoc ey and the teamwor the sport re uires very seriously.

s such, it s important to both coaches that each player sees ice time. I always say development is o. , then fun, then winning, he says. I have been true to my word but let me tell you, it s easy to say but not always easy to do, especially when you re in a game driven by wins and how your team does. ut if your wea er players are not developing, you re not going to win when the time comes.

hey re a team, before anything else, stresses ands during a practice at the I I entre. atching the ids s ate with ease around the rin and e pertly handling the puc , his face beams with pride. in or lose, we all stic together. e re a team.

FROM YOUNG PLAYERS TO SUCCESSFUL ADULTS ands nows firsthand how sports can shape your life how they can influence you to wor harder, play harder, and to be the best you can be.

y father always told me, ou re going to be a person a lot longer than you re going to be a hoc ey player, so I try to instill that into my ids, as well, he says. s such, ands and aughlin ointly insist their players commit to being healthy, getting proper rest, and e celling in school. oing well in school determines how well we do on the ice, says ands. chool is o. , and hoc ey is o. . If you don t ma e the , you have to have something to fall bac on. I want my players to learn from a young age that if they have good results on the ice and in school, they ll have good results later on in life, too.

“ THERE’S NOWHERE ELSE WE’D RATHER BE.” ractices ta e place bright and early at a.m.

It s a dreadfully early start, but the coaching staff doesn t seem to mind one bit. e ve always loved teaching the ids, says ands. e wouldn t want to be anywhere else that early in the morning here s ust something about seeing those faces smiling up at you.

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he ford dictionary defines elevation as the action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position. It s fitting, then, that yan ewis, owner of levation usic tudio , would want to incorporate this inspirational word into his business name. he recording studio and music school is located on the west end of ingston, and e ists to pass on ewis true love. It also allows him to both create and teach what lato once said gives soul to a universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything music. usic has always been an outlet for me, says ewis, recalling his early e posure to the melodies of tevie onder and ddie rant. ore than two decades of musical e perience has showed me how music can be a catalyst for community and relationship building and increased self confidence.

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The Oxford dictionary defines elevation as “the action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position.” It’s fitting, then, that Ryan Lewis, owner of Elevation Music Studio, would want to incorporate this inspirational word into his business’ name.

I ve had the e ceptionally good fortune of wor ing with yan on and off for the last five years. n stage he is electric engaging the audience and simply nailing his performances with precision. ff stage, he is organized, meticulous and professional. yan has an intrinsic nowledge of his craft, which is so rare and so necessary these days or any day, truly . erhaps most importantly, yan is also a really nice guy, and one of my favourite people herson

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yan ewis is an e tremely talented person one such talent is teaching because of the patience and genuine care he has for his students, which can t be found very often yan really personalized the lessons to accommodate my learning speed and style, which I can appreciate as a slow learner. I will definitely be ta ing lessons with him again arina ndrawis

freely e press the emotion of the heart through e ercising one s imagination and creativity, in a safe space, where there is an allowance for vulnerability and absent udgment, says ewis. his is both the heart and mandate of levation usic tudio. aving a udgment free zone is important for development of any nature, e plains ewis. hen students now they can be uninhibited and are free to ma e mista es with the assurance that I won t udge them, half my ob is done.

A Different Learning Exp erience ewis recognizes vocal and music lessons themselves are a dime a dozen you can easily find thousands for free online. o he does things much differently than one might e pect. It s not ust a music lesson, he says. It s a place where people can create friendships, share ideas, learn new things, and gain an understanding of how the music industry wor s. hether it s learning how to conduct interviews with the media, discovering how to mar et

themselves and their art, or gaining mechanical live performance e perience, truly e periencing how it all comes together is vital, says ewis. he soft s ills they ac uire from these sessions can easily be transferred to any career they endeavour to pursue in the future. It s not ust a music lesson environment it s a training ground to procure hands on e perience in the industry and build self worth. It s not ust about the vocals.

A Promising Future espite being in business for ust three years, levation usic tudio has already wor ed with some of ingston s most promising artists, including the adorably precocious laire , who recently wor ed with the li es of atalie ortman, usan arandon and essica hastain in the filming of he e h ie h . It s a testament to what sets levation usic tudio apart its dedicated teacher.

from a musical standpoint, says ewis. I don t ust see this as an opportunity to teach people music. I see it as a way to help groom my ingston community in a realistic and practical way. It s about connecting and building relationships. levation usic tudio is a full service recording studio that not only offers vocal and music lessons, it also offers audio recording services audition preparation brand development social media development and artist management.

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he is ust one of the orphaned children from the city of oma in the emocratic epublic of ongo. ust one of the children being cared for under the ongolese organization whose face stares bac at you from local artist eather aynes all of ourage. he idea for this installation pro ect happened by accident. hree years ago, aynes began painting the orphaned children she was raising funds to help build a home and find sponsors for. hese sponsors would allow the orphans a safe place to sleep, eat and get a good education. t that time, she d completed paintings, each measuring , and decided to ta e photos by laying them out on the floor of her studio. In that moment, everything changed. aynes realized she needed to paint all children being cared for under the ongolese organization. I realized it was ust the beginning of the pro ect, and that it would ta e me years to create this wall, recalls aynes. I ust had this real, deep nowing that it was e actly what I needed to do. I new it would be a wor that would draw you in one that you couldn t wal away from. he was right. hen assembled, the wall is ft. long and ft. high. ome of the children pictured are smiling, while some simply stare bac at you with sad, weary eyes. hatever their e pression, aynes says they all have one thing in common courage. nd it s that courage to persevere, to live that ma es it hard to step away, to turn your bac to the heart wrenching stories that are told beside the portraits of these orphans.

I don t now what the stats are, but we ta e something li e . seconds to loo at a piece of art, and then we move on, says aynes. ut

when you see paintings of children loo ing at you, holding words of courage, and their stories are written on this canvas, you have to sort of engage with it. t first, you re not sure you want to, but it s intriguing, because there s hope in it. he response to aynes all of ourage has been overwhelming so far, says aynes, who admits that as a mother herself, it was difficult to learn the devastating stories of the children she painted. I thin it s seeing yourself in another, she says, ta ing a deep breath. ou put yourself in that position as a mother who has lost a child, or a child who has lost a mother you imagine your children without you for a moment, and then you imagine your children outside of this county, where we have support. ou imagine all this, and there is fear fear of that would feel li e for a child. nd every child is somebody s child. e all now art has the power to move us, to stir our emotions. ut very seldom does art evo e action. nd yet, that s e actly what the all of ourage has done. ince aynes undertoo this pro ect, even more children came under the care of the ongolese organization, bringing the total up to . his pro ect also spurred off a omen s raining entre and an agriculture pro ect, as well as the construction of an elementary and secondary school. s an artist, it s more than aynes ever thought possible. It wasn t what I set out to do. I ust set out to be honest, and truthful to this process, and where this inspiration too me.

It s aynes hope the all of ourage will tour around the world to raise awareness of the ongoing conflicts in the ongo. he also hopes it shows people that if we all could step into our courage we could create a better

world, and that the power of one should not be overloo ed. I hope it inspires people to really now themselves, to now what their purpose is, or at least, lean into their curiosity and follow it.

I thin we d all be a lot happier, and our world would be a happier place if we did that instead of struggling and fighting. hen I decided to help these children, I had to step outside of my fear, and believe my intuition was right, because none of it made sense. ut now, it does. If everyone could be more in touch with their intuition, more things li e this could happen every day. eginning on ov. during the vening of eace uest event which ta es place to p.m. , he all of ourage will be on display at the Isabel ader entre for the erforming rts for one wee during regular opening hours. n artist tal will ta e place at the centre ov. from p.m. to p.m. aynes hopes ingstonians will ta e the time to see the wall, and attend the free event.

It stands for possibility, she says. It shows small steps can create big change. It shows that the act of one matters, that saving one matters. iewing this wall gives people the chance to e perience possibility, hope and courage. eather aynes spearheads orlds ollide frica, a social enterprise pro ect inspired from travelling to ganda, anzania, enya, wanda and the emocratic epublic of ongo. orlds ollide frica helps support youth, women and men through art and education. ltimately, it s how he all of ourage came to be. o learn more, please visit www.worldscollideafrica.com. ditor s ote eather aynes is currently see ing sponsors for children under the care of the ongolese organization. isit www.worldscollideafrica.com to learn more.

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A Life Changing Exp erience I would li e to say that I was a pretty well rounded teenager at the time, however, teenage years can be confusing times and can lead to an identity crisis as one tries to find their place in this large world, he says. I thin my involvement with the oys and irls lub provided a safe environment for me to develop my identity. hey believed in my dreams and fostered a positive sense of self.

in the early s, he oys and irls lub of ingston and rea has had a very clear mission rovide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can e perience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and s ills for life.

ruth be told, I don t thin I would be alive today, but that is a story for another time, says unama, now . I went through some hard times as a young person and the oys and irls lub always provided a safe haven for me. hen I was there, I belonged and I could be and do whatever great thing I envisioned.

In an effort to highlight the incredible wor this organization has accomplished throughout the years, e i g spo e with oys and irls lub alumni rittany lmeida and rince unama. ith admirable poise, intelligence and grace, these two young adults prove anything is possible with the right support team behind you. ogether, lmeida and unama show that the oys and irls lub of ingston has ta en their mission very seriously over the years, and continues to do so to this very day.

unama oined the oys and irls lub after it was recommended to him by a family friend. lthough he admits to being somewhat intimidated at first, it wasn t long before he began to feel part of what he new was something special. y siblings and I immersed uic ly within the group of youth attending, he says. veryone was inclusive and welcoming youth and staff members ali e.

ltimately, unama attributes where he is today wor ing as a successful behavioural technologist with the orrectional ervice of anada to the oys and irls lub. he lub not only supported his post secondary education through monetary grants, it also provided mentorship and various networ ing and professional development opportunities.

e says he felt safe, and uic ly garnered a sense of belonging. e learned how to spea nglish rench was his first language , and in no time at all gained what he says were meaningful friendships and mentorships. I began to find my niche, so to spea , he recalls. efore oining, unama says he was struggling to find his place in the world.

ithout their financial support, I would have had a difficult time completing my studies and would have accumulated even more student loan debts than I currently have, he says. I am forever grateful to this organization for believing in me and holding me accountable. hen people around you believe in you and remind you that you are capable of accomplishing

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me a sense of confidence and belonging. I felt proud to be a part of the club and loo ed forward the days I would attend.

ositive n uence ueen s niversity student rittany lmeida, , is as full of praise for this amazing organization as unama. he first oined the lub when she was many of her friends had oined and she says she didn t want to miss out on the e perience. he atmosphere at the oys and irls lub was always full of energy, she says. he devoted staff was engaging, fun, approachable and genuinely warm hearted. he atmosphere was contagious and ept me coming bac to the after school program as a child. It s also what made her want to become a oys and irls lub staff member, which she continues to be to this day. eing at the oys and irls lub made me feel li e I was a part of something special, recalls the fifth year global development studies student and varsity soccer player. he lub fostered an environment of community and acceptance. s a young child, it gave

s a young, impressionable child, lmeida says she began to ta e on the core values the oys and irls lub promotes honesty, fair play, inclusion, a positive attitude, cooperation, and respect for self and others. s she s gotten older, those values have continued to influence her. he leadership and life s ills the club provided me with have had a long lasting, positive impact on my life as a university student and young adult.

e says he wishes he could individually than every donor that contributed to his success however small their contributions because it meant a lot to him. eanwhile, lmedia says she truly believes the wor the lub does for the ingston community and its youth is something special. he lub is a place where youth can e perience new and e citing opportunities, build positive relationships, overcome barriers, and develop the confidence to fulfill their potential and achieve their dreams, she says. ge i

Proud to be Alumni e oth unama and lmeida encourage community members to recognize the vital role the oys and irls lub plays within our community and urge donations. t the end of the day, you are investing in the future of this great country of ours, says unama. our donations will have a meaningful impact and provide a safe environment for any young person that is loo ing for it. ou never now whom you are helping grow. It could be the ne t great rime inister of anada.

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here s no place li e ingston when it comes to good food. ith more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in ntario we now we ve mentioned this before, but we thin it s certainly a fact worth bragging about , there s always the steady and true promise of good food and good times at the plethora of restaurants, pubs and bars this fair city has to offer. hether you have a han ering for fabulous rench cuisine, a flavoursome hai dish, or a heaping plate of delectable Italian pasta, you ll find everything you need to indulge your taste buds in the imestone ity. ingston is nown for our abundance of e cellent restaurants and uni ue dining e periences, says ingston ayor ryan aterson. ur strength lies in our diversity of local offerings you cannot find elsewhere. ur many family owned restaurants have emerged as strong supporters of the local food movement, promoting locally sourced food that truly showcases our community and region. ur chefs econd to none. hey ve come from near and far with a common goal in mind to fill your table with food that s not ust delicious, but memorable as well. It s fare that ma es you want to go bac for more and if you re li e us at ReFINEd, you do ust that. econds, anyone any area restaurants even feature a variety of local food options, spea ing to the popularity of the local food movement. ore and more, it seems as though going local is the only way to do it, says aura eggs, pro ect manager of mar eting for the owntown ingston I . It s comforting to now your food is coming from your bac yard and as a bonus, it tastes way better. ur word of advice he appetizer and main course will of course be delicious, but don t ever s ip dessert.

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the clock at City Hall heralds the beginning of another evening in Kingston, dusk settles in, the twinkling stars emerge from their hiding places, and the downtown core springs to life. Lit from within, restaurants hold the steady and true promise of good food, good times and good friends. Casa Domenico and Woodenheads, owned and operated by Nick Romeo, Wayne Goodwin and Jim Colden, are most certainly no exception.

pen for and years respectively, asa omenico and oodenheads have uite rightfully earned their places as two of ingston s most celebrated restaurants. It s not difficult to determine how and why that happened. ith menus lovingly and e pertly curated by two of the city s best chefs, arc alverson and avid aroldi, it s no surprise at all the restaurants have earned high praise from countless patrons. hile there is, of course, a strong emphasis placed on the food itself, the owners of oodenheads and asa omenico are e ually passionate about providing atmospheres that are conducive to what most if not all diners are pursuing when they go out a good time.

It s really that simple, say the owners. or a lot of people, restaurants are not ust a place to eat out. It s also about entertainment. o when they wal out the door, we hope they re saying they had a good time.

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seen, the place to meet up with good friends, share a romantic meal deu , or ust en oy a plate of astounding food solo. owever you choose to dine, you can be sure you ll leave impressed, and no matter how full you are, wanting more. here s always room for dessert here. ith an ambience and atmosphere that rivals that of big city restaurants, oodenheads is e ual parts sophisticated, urban and trendy. nd while that s all great, it doesn t hurt that the restaurant has the best wood fired pizzas around. veryone has a passion for it and everyone wor s hard to do their best when they re ma ing it. ach pizza is individually crafted, e plains alverson, e pertly sliding the eternally popular argarita pizza into the hot oven during our interview. hile oodenheads is famed for its gourmet pizzas, the menu offers an impressively well rounded array of options. o many options, in fact, that it s hard to slot the restaurant into any particular category. If you en oy fare with an sian influence, give the ai e ong a try. re you an Italian fan he ollo alla altimbocca is to die for.

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alverson e plains he had a vision when he created the menu all those years ago, and it s proven to be startlingly effective over the years. he food has to be fun, and it has to have the best flavour and presentation possible. fter all, you can get coconut shrimp anywhere, he adds, but you can t get hi coconut shrimp. he flavour profile is a huge dynamic, he says. o I approach everything by as ing myself, Is it going to be uni ue ou can t reinvent the wheel, of course, but you can certainly ma e a better wheel. hat s what I m trying to do. ou only need to dine at oodenheads once to now he s succeeding.

Casa Domenico ituated across from ingston s historic mar et s uare is asa omenico, one of the best Italian inspired restaurants you ll find outside of the boot shaped country itself.

Its head chef, the impossibly talented avid aroldi who is also an owner , nows his stuff, and you only need to be in the restaurant on any given night whether it s a onday or a aturday to now countless others feel the

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same way. It truly buzzes with life and laughter and the air is filled with ridiculously delicious smells. ou can want to be a chef, and you can be a good chef, say the owners, but if you re not truly passionate about what you do, you re not going to succeed. ou might have all the right papers, and have wor ed at all the right places, but you ust won t be able to do what avid does. e has a true passion.

It seems aroldi was born into the art of coo ing both his parents taught him from early on the s ills he s wor ed hard to perfect over the years. s such, the menu is a reflection of him and his childhood. It s what I li e to eat, he says. lot of it brings me bac to certain childhood dishes. ith his talented team wor ing alongside him, aroldi seamlessly blends a classical approach with modern elegance in food preparation, emphasizing freshness and uality in the ingredients of each menu item. any items he wor s with, including the olive oil and salami, are imported from small producers in Italy, ma ing his food taste that much better and leaving diners in pure ecstasy.

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t s a bone chilling evening in the imestone ity one of the coldest nights ingston has seen yet this year. ut as I open the door to e hien oir istro, I m instantly hit with the incredible smells that emanate from the itchen of one of our city s most beloved restaurants.

it has become for countless ingstonians. ric has come up through the ran s here and I m so glad he s been able to come into this position, says owner im ater. e brings a lot of great energy to the role, and is passionate about what he does.

ith candles flic ing on the tables, cool lounge music sounding from the spea ers, and the lively chatter of diners en oying their meals, it s almost as if I m at a bar in aris, ready to en oy d licieu stea frites.

ecently, e hien oir, nown for its farm to table comfort food, revamped its menu, and now offers an impressively large selection of rench gastropub fare. he only problem with the restaurant s new modern brasserie menu is choosing which item to try first. ill it be the ainbow rout euni re, or the ouillabaisse I opt for the assoulet arocain duc confit, ig live merguez lamb sausage, ras el hanout spiced chic pea tomato stew, green olives and preserved orange. y choice, it turns out, is an e cellent one. ith friendly pricing for any occasion, there is also an e citing new haring lates section, perfect for drin s at the bar with friends.

hile there is certainly something to be said about e hien oir s outstanding ambience the e posed bric s walls and spar ling chandeliers above the well stoc ed bar, for starters the restaurant s success can largely be attributed to its head chef, ric rennan. or ing behind the scenes at the restaurant for more than si years, rennan didn t always now he wanted to be a chef. e began wor ing at the restaurant part time as a dishwasher, but before too long, his s ills as a coo could not be ignored. e too some time to hone his s ills at eorge rown ollege, and returned with the now how to ma e e hien oir the go to restaurant that

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he team at e hien oir says the new menu is one of the best to date. I m thrilled to report it s true. ll the menus we have offered have been so good for many different reasons, but this one has the most flow to it, e plains rennan, preparing some eafood ro uettes for a diner while we chat. It has a standing

theme consistent throughout the menu it brings everything bac to the brasserie gastro pub atmosphere we re offering. hat ma es this ingston gem even more special is the importance it places on using fresh, high uality, seasonal and whenever possible, local ingredients. If you use the best uality ingredients it ma es your food taste that much better. ou don t need to dress anything up, says rennan.

It s part of why he loves his ob, but there s also something to be said about nowing he gives every guest an incredible encounter with each dish. It s ust a great place to have an e perience, he says. t the end of the day, you can come in and have super delicious food and now you ll be ta en care of.

Le Chien Noir Bistro roc t, ingston . . eservations opentable.com lechiennoir.com

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B y Katrina Geenevasen-Garlough P hotos Step hen Wild & Ian Dixon ou can almost feel the youthful energy at tomica. eaturing fresh Italian food, contemporary coc tails and modern design, tomica is located ust steps from istoric ar et uare in downtown ingston. hile its hip ambience is great for meeting with friends any time of day or night, its head chef, race night, is a large part of the restaurant s incredible success. race has been a mainstay at tomica for five years now, and has breathed new life into the restaurant, says owner im ater. er dedication to wor ing with local suppliers has been incredible, and she has a great imagination. ith her creative sprit guiding her delectable creations she d originally planned on becoming an artist , night has ta en traditional antipasto, paninis, salads and pastas and put her personal spin on them. oo ing is a family oriented thing, she says. y family is rabic, so we do a lot of family coo ing, and we have get togethers often, and so I learned from my grandmother, my mother, and my aunts. pices li e cinnamon, all spice and mint complement her traditional Italian dishes, and give them a special flavour you won t

find anywhere else. hether you opt for the paghetti arbonara a mind blowing combination of umbo shrimp, green peas, sundried tomatoes, Italian bacon and parmesan , or the lan tea my personal favourite, an incredible combination with mushroom risotto, prosciutto, broccolini and truffle butter , you absolutely cannot go wrong with any of the delectable menu choices. hile a lot of it has to do with the s ill of night and her talented team, the fresh ingredients used in the dishes at tomica don t hurt, either. e strive to wor with a lot of farmers and producers in the area, she says. nowing the ingredients on your plate were in the ground less than hours ago ma es the taste incredible, she says. In fact, what is in season, what s provided by local farmers, determines the daily specials. It s part of what eeps clients coming bac time and time again. ecently, tomica also launched a new menu. verything on the menu is so e citing, says night. ith this menu, we combined traditional Italian with a modern flair that s all our own. It s no wonder diners are responding positively. specially popular is the s illet braised chic en and new starters li e the an eared ceanwise umbo hrimp with smo ed

prosciutto and salsa rossa. e d be remiss not to mention tomica s fantastic artesian pizzas. ade with Italian double zero flour, the crust features tasty dar bubbles. heir slightly smo y essence only enhances the pizza s flavour, says night.

Italian director and screenwriter ederico ellinini once said, ife is a combination of pasta and magic. e sure to e perience the magic and the pizzas, salads, entr es and paninis, of course at tomica.

Atomica Piz z a & Wine Bar roc t, ingston . . eservations opentable.com atomica.ca

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f a trip across the tlantic cean to Italy isn t in your future anytime soon, you re in luc . taste of the bel paese the beautiful country can be found right here in the historic limestone city. ince opening across from pringer ar et uare in , livea has become nown as the go to Italian trattoria for countless locals and visitors ali e. ven during the frigid winter months, when s aters twirl around the rin and snowfla es dance gracefully to the ground, the amazing smells of Italy constantly drift out the door and into the street as diners enter to en oy everything from Italian sausage with grilled vegetables to potato gnocchi with beef chee rag .

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A Love Affair with Italian Fare

erving both traditional and contemporary Italian fare, the family run restaurant owned by husband and wife team eanna arrington and tev eorge places a huge importance on sourcing local ingredients, inherently understanding that fresh food ust tastes better.

It s really that simple, says arrington. here are various social and economic reasons why you should buy local food and support the local economy, and those reasons are obviously important, but the great side effect is that it s ust fresh food, and it tastes better.

arrington and eorge who met and fell in love in college while learning how to become chefs some years ago share a deep love of Italian food, and they ve passed that passion on to their team. hey ma e a point of ta ing regular trips to Italy to get inspired, sometimes even bringing their team along. hile immersed within the culture, everyone learns not only how authentic Italian food tastes, but also how it s served. he tric eeping it simple. ood prepared well with uality ingredients doesn t need special attention or fancy garnishes, e plains arrington. e do as little as possible to the food to really showcase the ingredients, adds eorge.

Editor’s note: Don’t miss Olivea’s jazz nights, which take place each Tuesday. The live music combined with Olivea’s delectable dishes make for an absolutely unforgettable dining experience.

uring our interview, which ta es place at the restaurant s rustic, wooden topped bar, it s no surprise to learn livea has become widely nown for their gnocchi, which talented chefs ma e in house almost daily. oft and fluffy, it practically melts in your mouth. hey re e ually famous for their antipasti boards, which feature a delectable mi of local and uropean cheeses and meats.

welcoming feel that s apparent the moment you enter. ere, there are no pretenses you re always greeted with a warm smile. ven better, the chefs three children can often be seen lending a helping hand. I don t even now what regular families do together, laughs arrington. ut in all honesty, there s nowhere else I d rather be than here with them. I can t imagine anything else.

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s we sit chatting, overloo ing the bustling armers ar et, arrington s eyes ma e it clear she s passionate about what she does. In the restaurant business, if you love it, you ust love it, she says. e en oy the creative part of it. e have this career where we get to ma e

hile there is something to be said about the incredible food itself, being family owned and operated is perhaps the secret to the restaurant s success. It has a warm and

things every day with our hands, and there s something to be said about being able to be creative. o much in our world is mass produced and machine made. eeing people en oy what you ve created is so gratifying.

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It comes as no surprise ella istro has developed such a loyal following throughout the years. ince opening years ago, the west end, family style restaurant nown for its warm and welcoming environment has placed considerable importance on offering customers food that s not only good, but good for you. etter yet, it s food you ll love.

heir chic en and tur ey is air chilled, and vegetable and grain fed. It s food we feel good about giving to our own ids, so it s food that we can feel good about providing to customers, says uller, who seems to have come from a foodie family his grandfather was a ba er, and his sister runs a ba ery in tratford.

Local Fare Cooked with Flair

In addition to its regular menu, with signature items li e tea rites and enne olognese, and customer favourites li e hic en armesan and hai oconut urry hic en, uller who perfected his s ills at tratford hefs chool , and apeer who studied ulinary anagement at t. awrence ollege , offer creative, original and delicious specials inspired by what s in season. n the evening we chat, uller is preparing a por tenderloin topped with cider and maple glaze. ith the sweet smell of the maple glaze wafting through the air, it s too

wned and operated by its two chefs, aul uller and evin apeer, ella istro is committed to serving local food, and wor s with local farmers and suppliers opsy arms, nright attle o., and various vegetable suppliers, than s to ic rudeau and endy an s of endy s obile ar et , in order to source local beef, por and lamb that is naturally raised, hormone and antibiotic free.

Bella Bistro’s Food Shop Soon, Bella Bistro will be opening a food shop next door to the bistro.

With family-style dishes available for customers to take home and heat, getting dinner on the table will no longer be a chore. For dessert, pick up some of the homemade ice cream that will also be offered.

Hosting a gathering? Try the catering. Stay tuned for their grand opening!

good to resist, and I can t help but order a plate to en oy following our interview.

A Personal Touch on Each Recip e If you re a carbohydrate enthusiast li e myself, you ll appreciate ella istro s scrumptious bread and pizza dough, which is handmade from scratch. he homemade pizza sauce doesn t hurt, either. reating dishes from scratch was important to the chefs from the very start. e both feel our personal touch on recipes is what people are loo ing for, says uller. ou re not going to be nown for anything if it s not made in house. a ing our food from scratch is what really sets us apart from commercial chains.

Local Brews and Wines If you li e to wash your food down with something locally made, you re in luc . ella istro serves local craft beers including ac innon rothers rewing and tone ity les , as well as wine from andban s inery and orman ardie ineyard and inery.

A Passion That Runs Deep oth chefs are passionate about their wor , and it shows with each dish they send out to their customers. here s so much fulfillment in our wor , e plains uller. e get to create these dishes with our own hands, and then see people en oy it. It s a nice feeling. It s gratifying to see it through from the beginning to the end.

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he season of cosy sweaters, warm drinks and awe-inspiring colours is finally here autumn. any welcomed the season with a delectable meal (some enjoyed several!) during Prince Edward County’s fall edition of Countylicious.

ow in its th year, ountylicious celebrates fine dining each spring and fall with inspired fi ed price, dinner only menus for . his season, a total of ten restaurants too part, including grarian melia s arden lara s at the laramount Inn he ra e evonshire ast ain istro he ubb errill Inn azebo estaurant and ortabella.

all means harvest season for us in he ounty, and that means a bounty of fresh produce, says ebecca amb, a co organizer of ountylicious. ith such an abundance from our own bac yard including a e ntario the chefs had both the oy and challenge of building a dynamic menu.

hile both visitors and locals certainly have favourite places to feast, ountylicious provides a uni ue chance to en oy a brand new dining e perience. It s a great opportunity to visit restaurants and chefs that you don t fre uent and see how they get creative with a locally inspired menu, e plains amb, who is also

the destination development and mar eting coordinator for he ounty of rince dward. omething different is being offered each year and each season.

It s also a fantastic way to support local businesses across rince dward ounty, e plains amb. eyond the restaurant, your meal could be connected to cattle farmers, fishers, cheese producers, bee eepers and apple growers. hile ountylicious only happens twice a year, participating restaurants have teams wor ing hard year round to serve up uality ounty inspired food, says amb. It s a time to

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celebrate and have some fun, she says. side from locally inspired foods ma ing it to the plate, many restaurants pic a theme to craft their menu around.

It s no surprise the event has seen the success it has throughout the years. e hear a lot of people loo forward to ountylicious and plan a visit every year, sometimes twice, says amb. eservations for the fall session already started coming in over the summer. very year, she adds, organizers hear of some enthusiasts attempting to ma e it to each of the participating restaurants. It may be a lofty goal, but it sure is a delicious one. en years that s menus for some of the participating restaurants is an impressive length of time to feature an event li e ountylicious, says amb. It really shows how it has become a staple for locals and visitors who have come to anticipate it.

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It also illustrates how locally inspired food offerings are something people are loo ing to build a trip around, even in early spring and late fall, she says. e often have diners from oronto, ttawa and ingston coming for ountylicious and ma ing a wee end of it. his event has been built up over the years by so many organizers, chefs and owner operators. e hope it continues to grow and prosper for more. isit countylicious.com for more information, restaurant menus, and to view a full list of recommended accommodations. hy not ma e a wee end of it e sure boo your reservation s for the spring in advance.

z Tip: Be sure to ask your server about the best beverage pairings for your Countylicious meal. With more than 40 wineries in The County, and cider and craft beer being produced on the island, there’s a perfect pairing just waiting

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The next time you pick up a bottle of vintage wine, you might wonder if you should pop the cork straight away, or cellar it to enjoy later. Wonder no more.

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its vintage is key. It’s the most salient factor in determining the quality of the product. And yet, there are many misconceptions about what, exactly, vintage wine is. To lessen the confusion, we spoke with Brian Hanna, the in-house sommelier at Huff Estates.

What is a Wine’s Vintage? “ A wine’s vintage simp ly tells you which year the grap es were grown and harvested,” exp lains Hanna, exp ertly p ouring me a scrump tious merlot to samp le while we chat. Contrary to p op ular belief, Hanna tells me a wine’s vintage has nothin to do ith the ear the ine finall comes to the market. “ It is essentially the birth certificate of the ine, he clarifies So can a wine still be decent, or even ood, ithout havin a specific vinta e “ Some winemakers can make the case that p roducing non-vintage wines allow them to take what is best from every vintage and build up on their strengths,” exp lains Hanna. “ It’s not a case of making an inferior wine, but making the best p ossible wine he or she can from their grap es.”

So the next time you p ick up a bottle of vintage wine, you might wonder if you should p op the cork straight away, or cellar it to enjoy later. Wonder no more. “ One can safely say 9 5 p er cent of the vintage wines offered at your LCBO are ready to be consumed that evening,” sa s anna Vastl improved vinification methods have p aved the way to instant ratification lue chip ines orth of aging account for roughly 5 p er cent of vintage wines on the worldwide market.”

Ontario Vintage Wines A huge fan of Ontario wines myself, I had to know if our p rovince is suitable for p roducing vintage wines. “ In varying degrees, of course,” says Hanna. “ Ontario is home to cool-climate viticulture. It is a

uestion of findin the ri ht rape that is best nurtured given the soil and sun-units we receive.”

In Prince Edward County, for examp le, ineries find cla or loam or marl over limestone. “ Limestone p rovides the key,” says Hanna, adding that certain grap e varietals do best – Chardonnay for whites, Pinot Noir for reds. However, Niagara boasts world class Rieslings and stellar cabernet francs.

Common M isconcep tions M isconcep tions abound when it comes to wines, exp lains Hanna. However, one issue continues to engender controversy and discontent: the ‘ cellared in Canada’ label fiasco t is a desi nation that allo s Canadian Vintners to imp ort up to 75 p er cent of grap es from abroad to Ontario and 100 p er cent in British Columbia under the ‘ cellared in Canada’ signage,” he says. “ These ‘ cellared in Canada’ wines are often p ositioned next to VQ A wines, comp ounding the misinformation for the wine consumer, and is in fact, grossly misleading.”

These p roducts, says Hanna, often in the $ 11 p er bottle p rice range, may have labels that read ‘ a blend of Canadian and International grap es.’ “ It is imp ortant to note here that a wine made with foreign juice, bottled in Canada by a Canadian winery in a Canadian cellar does not mean that the wine is Canadian,” says Hanna.

His best advice? Look for the VQ A label. It tells ou the rapes are ro n and vinified entirely in Ontario or British Columbia. It’s essentially your ‘ good housekeep ing seal of ap p roval.’

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As the vibrant urban hub of eastern Ontario with a population of more than 150,000, Kingston offers its residents an unbeatable lifestyle, first-class amenities and short commute times.

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he world has ta en note of ingston and, over the last decade, the city has garnered numerous national and international accolades recognizing its e ceptional ualities with the most recent in ingston ran ed as one of anada s best cities for obs and affordable homes.

however, can admittedly be challenging. lla anderburgt, business advisor at ingston conomic evelopment, shared some great advice with e i g to guide entrepreneurs before they ta e the plunge into business ownership. all in the

estled along the shores of a e ntario, ingston boasts a beautifully historic downtown, and close pro imity to both oronto and ttawa. It s also well on its way to achieving the lofty goal of becoming anada s most sustainable city. In short, ingston is a great place to live and wor .

If you re an entrepreneur, ma ing the decision to start your company in ingston should be an easy one. nowing where to begin,

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efore doing anything, reach out to an e pert who can assist you every step of the way, says anderburgt. hether it s signing a lease, or registering your business or ta account, the guidance, support and information a specialist can provide a new entrepreneur is priceless. hey can offer some very good advice, potentially saving you from errors that can cost you time and money in the long run, says anderburgt, who has witnessed firsthand the

successes and, sadly, sometimes the failures of countless entrepreneurs. rganizations such as ingston conomic evelopment not only offer one on one personal consultations and programs to discuss business ideas and needs, they also offer referrals to professionals in the community, information about financing programs and initiatives, and assistance in identifying the resources you may re uire to start and grow your business. eople come through our doors and there is so much to do, and they re overwhelmed and there are things whirling in their mind, but we can help focus their thoughts and plans, says anderburgt. nce they start mapping out a plan, it s a much smoother process.

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“Before doing anything, reach out to an expert who can assist you every step of the way.

Whether it’s signing a lease, or registering your business or tax account, the guidance, support and information a specialist can provide is priceless.� lla anderburgt, business advisor ingston conomic evelopment

ave a usiness lan in lace ccording to the overnment of anada, a business plan is a written document that describes your business, its ob ectives and strategies, the mar et you are targeting and your financial forecast. o why are they so important hey not only help you set realistic goals, they can also help you secure e ternal funding, measure your success and elucidate operational re uirements.

In short, having a plan in place helps you focus on how to operate your new business giving you the best chance at a successful future. hile all business plans will, of course, vary, they all have a few things in common. n e ecutive summary describes your business concept, competitive advantage, legal structure, the mar et and your own e perience. ou ll also want to include a business and mar eting strategy, as well as sections on your operational and human resources plan. or a comprehensive list of what sections to include in your businesses plan, visit www.canadabusiness. ca. hile business plans can be e tremely detailed for those applying for loans and grants, anderburgt is fond of eeping it simple for those who simply need to define their goals.

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The Kingston Economic Development Corporation provides services to both start-up and existing businesses.

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Connect with us today. run a business alone, it ust doesn t wor , says anderburgt. ou need a team around you. he better the people you surround yourself with, the better off your business will be in the long run. ive yourself the permission to follow your passion. If accounting is not your forte, for e ample, hire an accountant. he business owner needs to focus on what their passion is, and on managing their business, says anderburgt. ecause if they re not managing their business, it s managing them.

e le ible anderburgt believes anybody can become a successful entrepreneur. ome people thin you are born with the attitude, but I believe you need to be fle ible and open to ris . ou need to be able to duc and weave and come out strong on the other side, she says. hat being said, business ownership isn t for the faint of heart. It s an emotional ride, says anderburgt. hings won t always go as planned, there are going to be fluctuations and changes as you get started. ou ust need to be fle ible and adaptable. hat are you waiting for isit ingston conomic evelopment at www. ingstoncanada.com to help you get started on your dream today.

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Giving is Good. Good for our community, good for our charities and good for those who enefit from the charitable acts and donations that we do. Giving is good for your soul but there are also other advantages.

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our philanthropic gift is always important, no matter the amount of your assets or the size of your income but to ma e the best use of your contributions, to preserve your legacy, and to minimize ta es and or estate fees, a sound charitable giving plan is the way to go. et s loo at your options. ame a charit as a beneficiar The simplest option. In your will, leave a be uest of money or gift in ind securities or artwor , for e ample to a recognized charity and your estate will receive a charitable donation ta receipt that could reduce or eliminate the income ta on your final return and possibly on the immediately preceding return, as well.

Establish a Donor Advised Fund: s the donor, you receive an immediate ta receipt for all contributions made to the fund and you also retain the rights to select the charities that are to receive your fund s annual income.

Establish a Charitable Remainder Trust: This is an irrevocable trust that can hold assets such as cash or mutual funds. ll the interest and dividends are paid to you as ta able income. pon your death, the trust assets nown as the remainder go immediately to the charity you have designated. hen the trust is established, you receive a donation receipt for the remainder interest of the trust.

Donate p ublicly funded stocks or securities: ou will pay no capital gains ta on the donated securities and will receive a ta receipt for their full value.

Establish a Charitable Life Annuity: ou will continue to receive a lifetime income from the donated assets for yourself, or for you and your spouse. uch of the annuity cash flow is ta free and you ll receive a charitable receipt for a portion of the donations based on the amount of annuity income you receive and your life e pectancy.

Establish a Private Foundation: If your donation is very substantial, this option allows your name or family s name to be permanently associated with the causes you ve chosen. s your professional advisor for help in establishing a planned giving strategy that ma es the most of your bounty for your charities and for you. hi ri e i he e r r i i er i e i e i i er i e ir e r r e ri ie i e r i i i i g re e ge er i r i i i i i r e i e e r i r r e i i e r ir e r re i r i hi i e e r e r r

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a e sure you visit becarcareaware.ca for all inds of advice on how to stay safe on our roads all year long.

According to the anadian education campaign, e ar are ware, preparedness ensures small problems don t become big ones. reparing ahead of time before the temperature drops can ensure small problems are fi ed and wear and tear from long summer drives are resolved, says the campaign s website.

re winter car maintenance is vitally important, says the campaign which is a licensed program operated by the utomotive Industries ssociation of anada , because it can help drivers avoid collisions and prevent them from being stranded in harsh winter conditions. e only need to remember all the motorists that were trapped on ighway near arnia in to realize ust how important emergency preparedness is. o what should be your first step thorough inspection of your vehicle during the fall months will go a long way toward ensuring safety and dependability when temperatures drop and severe winter weather stri es, according to the fall car care tips provided by e ar are ware. routine maintenance program also ma es financial sense, e tending useful vehicle life and helping avoid costly repairs down the road. e ar are ware has come up with a list of the top basic maintenance procedures to eep your vehicle operating at its best. eed the solid advice not only for your protection, but also for the safety of others

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hec all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, bra e and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze coolant.

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chedule a tune up to help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy and produce the lowest level of emissions.

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hec the heating, ventilating and air conditioning system as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and for safety reasons such as defrosting.

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hec the tires, including tire pressure and tread. neven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. ires should also be chec ed for bulges and bald spots. .

hec the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. hec that all interior and e terior lighting is wor ing properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation.

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Windows ure, tinted windows loo sharp, but did you now they also serve a purpose hile overheating un uestionably won t be an issue for the ne t few months, high uality window film can help you eep your cool throughout the warm summer. n added bonus ou ll need to use your air conditioner less which means it ust might last longer.

If you re worried about your vehicle s interior fading upholstery and wood trim can ta e a serious beating when e posed to the sun s rays , tinted windows can also help alleviate some of that concern. hile the esthetics of your car are certainly one thing, tinted windows also protect you and your passengers from the harmful effects of the sun. ome high uality films bloc out per cent of light. rust us, your eyes and s in will than you

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efore you embrace the dar side, it s important to note the laws in place in ntario. ew regulations put into effect this year , veto the front windshield from being tinted after mar et and stipulate windows to the right and left of the driver must not bloc more than per cent of light. hat being said, there s no limit for rear windows they can be virtually blac ed out.

Rims oll up in style with upgraded rims. hile it s important to purchase rims that are the correct fit and are compatible with your vehicle this should go without saying , it s e ually important to get rims that spea to your personal sense of style. irst, decide on a colour. If you want to add some unparalleled shine and spar le to the road, chrome is a good choice. It s a timeless option that will never go out of style. If you li e

following today s trends, blac is bac . hey re becoming increasingly popular among today s drivers, perhaps because they re ust a little bit dangerous loo ing, but still incredibly se y. ant to really stand out pt for red. nce you ve decided on a colour, choose the design. If you li e having choices, you re in luc . here are countless options to choose from when it comes to spo e patterns. ust do your research beforehand, and consider how much time you re willing to put into eeping the rims clean. he more detailed they are, the more they ll attract dirt and dust from the road.

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It s been said that if you can par your vehicle, and not turn around to loo at it while you wal away, you didn t buy the right vehicle. ith the adillac scalade, there s no chance of that happening.

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Unmatched Technology and Safety ew technology features in the scalade include the availability of a wide angle rear mirror camera. It improves the driver s field of vision by an astounding per cent streaming video removes all driver obstructions including passengers, headrests and rear pillars. eanwhile, automatic par ing assist which uses ultrasonic sensors simplifies the sometimes pes y tas of parallel par ing. scalade s additional technologies include active safety features to help protect occupants before, during and after a collision, such as front and rear automatic bra ing on the remium u ury and latinum models. u ury models feature a camera based system along with ultrasonic sensors to help the driver avoid

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There’s no denying the 2017 Cadillac Escalade boasts power, efficiency and beauty; imagine where it can take you.

front and rear low speed collisions via a progression of alerts that e tend to complete bra ing, if necessary.

Eye-catching Esthetics hile safety always comes first, the company didn t neglect to include upgrades to the overall esthetics of this stunning vehicle inch aluminum wheels are at once eye catching, while two new e terior paint colours including dar driatic blue metallic and bronze dune metallic lend a sense of drama. eanwhile, a highly detailed alvano chrome grille accented by lighting commands other drivers attention. he interior fashioned with the highest level of craftsmanship, says the company is ust as gorgeous real wood combined with premium cut and sewn materials and sueded accents, along with ambient lighting, add elegance to the interior design.

Sp acious and Stylish he product line includes the standard scalade and the e tended length edition, which offers a inch longer wheelbase and appro imately inches more

in overall length. his not only ma imizes space for third row passengers, it also provides more than two and half times the cargo space behind the third row seat. erfect for all those bul y hoc ey bags this winter.

Z ero to 6 0 ll scalade trim levels, including scalade, u ury, remium u ury and latinum are offered with and drivetrains, powered by a . engine bac ed by an eight speed automatic transmission. In less than si seconds, this standout vehicle can ta e you from zero to in total style. rivers can also count on what s become branded as the world s fastest reacting suspension system agnetic ide ontrol. ltimately, this suspension system is what ma es your driving e perience second to none it gives you a ride as smooth as a vintage glass of wine.

pro imity sensors to activate common options and controls as the user s hand approaches. nd it doesn t stop there an e panded favourites section offers uic access to phone contacts, digital music and navigation destinations in the same one touch form as traditional radio presets. he vehicle s ose enterpoint surround sound system creates a concert li e e perience. ive custom tuned spea ers placed across the instrument panel and front doors, combined with ose dvanced taging echnology, help reproduce e pansive sound with e ceptional precision and clarity. here s no denying the adillac scalade boasts power, efficiency and beauty imagine where it can ta e you. isit aylor uto all today to test drive this beautiful piece of art.

Listen Up he adillac infotainment system, with pple ar lay and ndroid uto integration, is also standard on all scalade models. ech lovers will appreciate the eight inch centre screen, which uses capacitive touch technology and gesture recognition, as well as

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apidly growing in p o p ularity, river cruises are setting the new gold standard for lu ury travel. hether you re planning the trip of your dreams, or ust dreaming of a vacation, a river cruise promises an authentic, immersive ourney into the heart of some of the world s most beautiful cities.

The Rise In Pop ularity hose who want the comforts of cruising but want to see the heartland of the area find river cruising a great option, says inda oyle, senior travel consultant with arlin ravel ervice uaranteed. hether you want to discover uaint towns along the eine, see ancient

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temples, tombs and local villages in gypt, or e perience the mazon wilderness in eru, river cruises promise an unforgettable escape totally out of the ordinary. ravellers are loo ing for a different cruise e perience, so are turning to river cruising, e plains oyle. ypical ocean liners which can carry up to , vacationers are veritable resorts roaming islands with endless activities, restaurants and entertainment. hile some ships even boast s ating rin s, casinos and multiple pools, the unbelievable size of them limits them to doc ing at coastal ports.

y comparison, river cruises promise a decidedly more intimate e perience. ecause the boats need to negotiate the loc s on rivers, riverboats are considerably smaller, holding around to passengers. ou don t have to wal the length of a football field to get to your stateroom, says oyle. hey do not have roc climbing walls or s ating rin s. here are no formal nights, it is casual attire on board. iver cruises also offer more all inclusive options than ocean liners, e plains oyle. In fact, most include a guided e cursion each day, and a glass of beer or wine with meals. nd unli e coastal cruises, which usually have multiple days at sea, river cruise passengers are guaranteed

busy sightseeing schedules at all stops. epending on the country you choose to see, you can visit the utenberg useum in ainz, sarevet s ortress in eli o rnovo or laude onet s spectacular gardens in ernon.

mountains rise up on either side of you as you sail down the river. r seeing vineyards, farms and castles along the way. r letting your feet hang over your rench balcony as you wave bac to people on the riverban s.

ersonally, river cruising is appealing because you unpac once, en oy regional food and entertainment, and you are not dealing with highway traffic, says oyle, who recently returned from a trip along the anube iver. ailing down the anube, you can imagine what life was li e when the river was the ma or trade route for so many different peoples, says oyle. here is nothing uite li e sitting on the top viewing dec of your ship and having the

Europ ean Excellence urope has been the most popular destination for river cruising, says oyle. hether you want to see the ormandy landing beaches, head to eaune for a urgundy wine tasting or see estminster bbey and ig en, urope s got it. urope itineraries offer a combination of history, culture and can get into the interior of urope, e plains oyle. any of urope s classic cities originated due to their pro imity

to rivers, as rivers were the ma or mode of travel and trade.

Set Sail Locally plore the history of anada and the t. awrence iver aboard the t. awrence ruise ine. lan your elebration of pring cruise which starts right here in ingston and sails to ontreal, giving those on board the chance to view the ma or seaway structures, carved out canals, loc s, dams and the famously beautiful Islands. vernight ports include ttawa, arillon oc , ontreal, pper anada illage, roc ville and Ivy ea.

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anada s hit series e r er sees its handsome host help cash strapped homeowners feather their financial nest by transforming their e isting properties into income generators. ot only do income suites help with mortgage payments, they can also increase the value of a home. econdar y suites for the most part are appealing because of the income, says eff aston, a ealtor with e a inest ealty. It is getting harder for first time home buyers to afford the higher priced homes. aving a secondar y suite can ease the burden of the high mortgage costs and also help with the increasing utility bills.

It s no wonder the popularity of income suites has gone through the roof according to a survey completed by ltus roup, which relies on research from the inancial Industr y esearch onitor, roughly one in anadian households own some type of rental property. ccording to e ie e er i e, secondar y suites have a variety of tenants. ome may house aging parents who want to remain independent, but need support, or adult children who have completed their education and are starting their careers. thers provide affordable housing for tenants in established neighbourhoods, close to obs, transit and shopping.

If you ve decided you want to add a secondar y suite to your home, ensure your property complies with the re uirements of the ity of ingston s zoning by laws before you do anything else. ccording to the ity of ingston, if your property complies with the zoning by law, the ne t step is to complete and submit a building permit application. nsure if your location is suitable for an income suite e have some good news for you pretty much anywhere within the imestone ity is safe. o be honest, anywhere in ingston is a good location, says aston. he vacancy rates have been low for a long time. If you want a sure bet, says aston, some really popular areas are northwest and central ingston, and the downtown core. hen it comes to what renters are loo ing for in a suite, consider what see out and go from there. In my e perience, renters want all inclusive payments, par ing, Internet, and laundr y if it s not downtown, says aston. nd consider a fresh coat of paint and a thorough cleaning before listing your suite. o get good tenants, in my e perience, the suite needs to be clean, bright and well ta en care of, says aston.

looring for your suite should be durable and loo great. ngineered hardwood loo s li e the real thing but can withstand heavy traffic.

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a few uotes, as well as some references, before committing to anyone. ave a budget in mind before getting started, and get ever ything in writing to avoid potential disputes. or those undecided as to whether or not they wish to add a secondar y suite to their home, this may ust seal the deal the ity of ingston offers a econdar y uites ffordable ousing rogram in order to stimulate homeowner investment to create alternate housing options within the ity. o complement e isting affordable housing programs available within the ity, the econdar y uites rant rogram is now being offered to allow homeowners to participate in the creation of additional modestly priced rental housing within the city, says the ity of ingston s website. articipants of the program must commit to renting the suite at an affordable rate for an agreed upon period of time, to a household that meets certain household income criteria. rovided these two re uirements are met, there are no other conditions or re uirements on who can rent the suite, says the city. he program includes two different funding streams. or more information on these streams, and for a helpful list of fre uently as ed uestions, visit the ity of ingston s website at cityof ingston.ca.

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roviding professionally designed and custom built organization solutions for every room in your home, a wood losets has a true gift for creating space where there seems to be none. e ll ta e a closet that has eight feet of space and turn it into feet, says general manager avid ole. If you want to start your day off right, our organizational systems are one way to help you do that. fter all, how many times have you been loo ing for a particular shoe or scarf, only to have a pile of clothing and accessories come tumbling down on your head here s nothing more frustrating especially when you re trying to get out the door in the morning.

Closets ith proper storage solutions, eciding what to wear becomes fun again, says ole. o many of our clients ust want to get up, get organized, and start their day off right. hey want to go into their closet, and easily get what they need. ith a wood losets uni ue storage solutions including custom cabinets, hanging rods and corner shelves ordinary closet space is transformed into a piece of art that displays your wardrobe perfectly. ccessories li e roll out storage bas ets, ewelry organizers and belt and tie storage rac s complete the incredible transformation.

Pantries erving as the hub of the home, today s bustling itchens need to be functional. Imagine a pantry with built in glass and wine rac s, hoo s to hang your linens, and drawers to store silverware. isualize neatly stored coo boo s, and foodstuff neatly stac ed and easily reachable. It s the stuff dreams are made of, right ut with itchen and pantry organization systems designed to fit every budget, a wood losets can help ma es these dreams a reality.

Storage Solutions for Every Room in Your Home a wood losets also offers uni ue, custom storage solutions for garages, home offices and even entryways. hether you re loo ing for a tailored office des to eep your wor supplies within reach, durable storage rac s and bas ets to tidy your garage, or intuitive hoo s, shelves and draws to declutter your hardwor ing entryway, a wood losets has the perfect storage solution designed for you.

Simp lifying the Process, From Beginning to End he talented, dedicated and e perienced design team at a wood losets begins the process by determining precisely what their

“We just recently had Oakwood Closets install our main bedroom closet. It is more than impressive and the workmanship [is] second to none. We are very pleased with their work and total professionalism. We recommend them 100 per cent.” ave agerman

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clients needs are, and ultimately, what storage systems will best simplify their lives. e really get our clients involved in the process, e plains ole, who runs the business with his brother, hristopher ole. hey help us design it. ollowing the initial discussion, a wood losets then designs a custom solution using design, their proprietary design software. design helps us engage with our clients so they are a participant in the process and so each product we create is uni uely theirs, says ole. he design software paints a full picture so they really understand what they re getting. hroughout the entire process from the first phone call to the final installation the service, says ole, is e ceptional. ach storage system even comes with a lifetime guarantee to the original purchaser. e have built our business on customer satisfaction, he says, noting that the installers are e perts, and treat every home as if it s their own. e have integrity our word means everything. e re honest. he price is competitive, but the service sets us apart.

It all comes down to constant communication, he adds. e communicate with customers from the beginning to the end. e let them now each step of the process, and get them involved when they need to get involved. I as uestions, continue to as uestions, and listen to the answers. nd when you do that, you give your clients a good e perience. a wood losets providing ideal storage solutions designed for your lifestyle. all today to see how your life can be transformed.

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If you re tac ling a itchen renovation this fall or building a new home, there s a good chance choosing and installing new countertops will be one of the items to chec off your to do list. ill it be granite, or uartz hile it all comes down to personal taste, here are few things to thin about before ma ing a purchase.

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While it all comes down to personal taste, here are few things to think about before making a purchase.

If it s properly installed, your granite countertop will be the last countertop you ever need to install in your home.

Q uartz uartz also called engineered stone is incredibly popular among today s homeowners, perhaps because it s seen so much on home renovation shows.

ranite is my personal favourite I have it in every room in my home. ecause it s a natural stone, it can withstand incredible amounts of heat and abuse which is perfect if you re a lutzy coo . It s second only to diamonds in terms of hardness in natural materials. If you somehow manage to scratch or chip granite, it s usually repairable.

It s incredibly durable and shouldn t scratch or stain it stands up well to everything from uice and oil to wine, tomato sauce and coffee, for e ample , and there are endless designs and colours to choose from. hen it comes to uartz, you ll easily be able to find something to go with any style of itchen.

ontrary to popular belief, most granites do not have to be sealed. I li e to compare it to wa ing your car wa ing isn t necessary, but it helps to protect your vehicle and eep it clean. ealing granite eeps your countertop sanitary and closes up natural pores, so it won t absorb anything li e that second glass of cabernet sauvignon that spills on its surface.

hile uartz is perfect for those who have a preference for uniform colour and a rich and lu urious loo , it s important to note it s simply not uite as durable as granite. ou have to be mindful of placing hot pots and pans directly on its surface. re you a perfectionist eep in mind that seams are sometimes less noticeable in uartz countertops.

any homeowners myself included li e that it s a natural stone that was made by nature over thousands of years. Its one of a ind, organic beauty simply cannot be recreated by any machines. ach slab is uni ue in colour and characteristics, and can have mineral inclusions and veining that contribute to its unrivaled beauty. ou can stare at some of the colours for hours. It s li e having a van ogh painting in your itchen.

efore ma ing your decision, be sure to spea with a professional to discuss your options. hey ll be able to guide you and ensure you end up with a countertop you ll love for years to come.

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ac eigan and ershey i an ac eigan have been combining their strong bac grounds in custom cabinetry, furniture and home design to offer their customers beautiful products that are built to stand the test of time. y esign formerly nown as ood roducts , has become especially renowned for their custom ennonite rafted itchens. he uality and overall value are impressive, says ac eigan. here s ust nothing li e it in the mar et. ccommodating varying budgets and styles, y esign allows clients to visualize the finished pro ect and ma e all modifications necessary with state of the art technology that provides three dimensional images of their pro ects.

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now firsthand ust how talented and dedicated the team at y esign is. hey wor personally with each and every customer to ensure their completed living spaces reflect their lifestyle and tastes.

hile the couple is celebrated for their uality made custom itchens, they re ust as recognized for their uni ue and well designed closets.

e built one client s itchen and through referrals, seven more itchen pro ects came because of it, says ac eigan. any clients even became friends over the years.

ith the ac eigan s s ills, organizing your home has never been easier. ne client was so happy when she saw her closet that she became teary eyed, says i an ac eigan. nd this was ust one of many satisfied customers, which spea s to the dedication and talent of the team.

It s no surprise the ma ority of y esign s customers come to them through referrals. here are endless recommendations from people who

his doesn t feel li e wor , adds i an ac eigan. It s a pleasure to wor on all their pro ects. hen we see a big smile on our client s face, that says it all. verseeing the manufacturing of all pro ects and wor ing with highly s illed craftsmen, y esign ta es great care to ensure every customer is per cent satisfied with the wor completed. e are committed to offering our

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A True One-Stop -Home Imp rovement Shop Notable Projects his past summer, y esign opened its new esign entre howroom on ardiners oad to the public. It provides customers with a uni ue variety of styles and price points for home improvement products and home furnishings in a convenient and beautiful one stop shop setting. ustomers are invited to drop by and browse through y esign s e tensive collection of catalogues, samples and displays that showcase a wide range of products to enhance any home. hether they re loo ing for uality bac splashes, flooring and tile, countertops, superior home furnishings or interior

y esign s wor is visible throughout the imestone ity, including he urr ing at ingston eneral ospital they collaborated with local architects to provide all the millwor , the ort rontenac ibrary and throughout the our oints by heraton otel. hey were also commissioned to create the furnishings itchens, vanities, fireplace mantles, etc. at the olfe prings olf and aterfront esort in estport.

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ccording to the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada, sp ace and water heating accounts for 8 0 p er cent of all residential energy use. If you’re building a new home or comp leting some renovations this fall, it’s only natural you’d want do to your research before deciding what typ e of heating is best for you and your family. t ReFINEd, we want to ensure you stay warm and toasty this winter. ead on to learn more about the most common types of heating found in anadian s homes Forced-Air Furnace atural esources anada says, orced air furnaces are the most common home heating technology used in anada. ecause these furnaces are much more energy efficient than the ones in the past, homeowners are able to conserve energy and reap cost savings at the same time. he ma ority of homes with forced air furnaces are fired by natural gas, while the rest run with oil or propane. o why are they so popular ainly because of their ability to heat the house uic ly. hich comes in rather handy during the chilly winter months . n added bonus is that their ductwor can also be used for air conditioning during the summer months. orced air furnaces are also great multi tas ers they can be outfitted to operate as an air filter, humidifier and or fresh air ventilator. eep in mind forced air systems also have some disadvantages. ccording to the overnment of anada, he air coming from the heating registers can sometimes feel cool, especially with certain heat pumps, even when it is actually warmer than the room temperature. he effect is much the same as the cooling action of a fan or a summer breeze.

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Electric Heating he second most popular heating option in the county, electric heat is most commonly generated in baseboards and in recessed floor or wall mounted heaters. hat homeowners love about this type of heating is that it s per cent efficient all of the energy consumed by the heaters is converted to heat.

Initially, it s cheap to purchase, which ma es it a tempting option. ut eep this in mind long term operating costs can be pricey. In fact, heating electrically can cost hundreds of dollars a year more than running a mid or high efficiency natural gas furnace.

Hot Water Heating ccording to the eating, efrigeration and ir onditioning Institute of anada, hot water heating, which is widely used in urope, is ma ing a comebac in orth merica as it provides reliable comfortable heat.

Home Heating System Cost Calculator he overnment of anada offers an online calculator that allows you to compare the costs of your current home heating system with the savings offered by newer e uipment and other sources of energy. It is for homes using one heating source electricity, natural gas, propane or oil. he results should be used only as a guide. or a detailed evaluation, consult a heating contractor or other ualified professional. isit http oee.rncan.gc.ca to use the online calculator.

any homes built prior to the s feature hot water or hydronic heating systems, which typically use a boiler to supply hot water to cast iron radiators. hile the basic e uipment has stayed pretty much the same throughout the years, there have been some technological advancements. uel pumps and burners are built to be more efficient than ever before, and automatic dampers and circulating pumps have boosted boiler efficiency levels. ne form of hydronic heating that is becoming more popular among anadians is radiant floor heating, which, I m sure we all agree, is perfect for persistently chilly feet. ith this type of system, a boiler or hot water tan warms the water that runs through pipes that have been installed beneath the floor. ome homeowners choose to heat their entire home this way, while others yet opt to install the heat in specific rooms. hile the initial price tag might give you stic er shoc especially since you need to install an air conditioning separately , consider this it can be up to per cent more efficient than forced air heating, depending on how well insulated a house is.

FIREPLACES here s nothing li e snuggling by a warm fire when the temperatures plummet. If you re thin ing of installing a fireplace, you have options to consider wood burning, gas and electric.

Wood Burning Firep laces any anadians use wood as a source of heat. It s a renewable resource, and can ma e a cold anadian winter feel somewhat cosy. ust close your eyes and imagine the flic ering coals, crac ling sounds, and that amazing wood burning smell.

oday s wood burning fireplaces are cleaner burning and more efficient than their predecessors and can be very powerful. hey are, however, uite e pensive to install. It s also important to note you ll need to pay to clean your chimney annually creosote builds up over time and youll need to chop or buy wood to burn.

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Gas Firep laces esigned with heat efficient technology, more and more homeowners are opting to use gas fireplaces in their homes. hey re hassle free there s no wood to chop and no messes from ash and soot, etc. and they give you heat uic ly with the simple push of a button. ome even come with remotes so you don t have to haul yourself up off of the couch to ad ust the temperature while you re watching football on a lazy unday afternoon. n added bonus many users appreciate is that many of today s gas fireplaces contain fans that circulate the heat. hey re also more realistic than they have ever been before, ma ing it easy for you to believe you re toasting your toes by an open flame.

Electric Firep laces If the lac of a wood burning or gas fireplace is leaving you out in the cold, you might want to consider an electric fireplace. ith plenty of incredibly stylish design choices to choose from and the added bonus of easy installation electric fireplaces feature a cord that plugs into a standard wall outlet , electric fireplaces are a fantastic option to consider.

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ot only are they easily moved they can travel from room to room if you so desire , they re uire no maintenance and are safe. ecause there is no flame, the glass and metal doesn t get hot enough to burn on contact, ma ing it a great option for those with children and pets. eep in mind electric fireplaces wor best in spaces around to s uare feet.

Final Thoughts hatever your decision, the overnment of anada offers some sound advice always consider the second price tag. hatever heating option you choose, it pays to eep your eye on the second price tag the energy cost to run the heating system over its lifetime. hree main factors determine operating costs the annual heating re uirement, fuel type and price, and e uipment efficiency.

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hen it comes to heating and cooling your home, you need e pert service you can trust. he reliable team at aagsma ome eating and ir onditioning provides clients with ust that and more.

erving the ingston area since , the company which specializes in the repair, maintenance and installation of residential home heating and cooling systems prides itself on providing e ceptional, superior service. ur business is completely client focused, says owner ete aagsma. I started this business after spending years in the industry and recognizing that homeowners were e pecting more out of their service companies. hey wanted upfront pricing, clean and professional technicians, and warranties on repair wor that last longer than the standard day warranty.

Kingston’s No. 1 Choice for Residential Heating and Cooling ete s honest approach to home heating and cooling is what clients have come to appreciate. t the end of the day, here s what I m providing my clients eace of mind, comfort and safety, says ete. hey now they re going to be ta en care of. ith aagsma ome eating and ir onditioning, every service and installation whether it s a gas furnace replacement, furnace repair, or the installation of an air conditioner, for e ample begins with upfront pricing. ur pricing is always upfront, so clients now how much they will be paying before any wor is completed, says ete. here are no hidden fees. he entire process is created to allow the client full control over the purchasing of products and services. ther billing methods li e time and material is an old industry standard that provides repair costs after the wor has been completed. ence the term surprise billing, ete says. hat if the price to repair something is and the client was considering replacing the old furnace instead but wasn t given the option ow the wor is completed and they feel obligated to pay ur method allows clients to ma e informed decisions with the ability to deny repairs before they are completed. hats full control that I love providing my clients.

Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed ete is so confident in his products and services that he offers customers an unparalleled year wor manship warranty on every installation. hat s something I include, not the manufacturers, emphasizes ete. ven if your system brea s down in seven years on a holiday, we ll come out and fi it at no charge. hat s our promise. he company also offers clients a two year warranty on repair wor .

If this isn t enough to gain potential clients trust, aagsma ome eating and ir onditioning also promises a per cent satisfaction guarantee. I guarantee you ll be satisfied with the products we install in your home, says ete. t the end of the day, any company can sell you a bo that s going to heat or cool your home, he continues. It s not enough to say we re going to do the best installation most homeowners don t recognize a good installation from a bad one. hats where our guarantees provide you with the confidence that we are the right company. all today for your free in home consultation, or easily boo your service call online, . aagsma ome eating and ir onditioning our comfort is their business.

e have used aagsma eating and ir for a few years now for all our regular service and emergency calls. e now we can count on ete to be there and provide us with professional service at a reasonable price. hether you own one building or many li e us, aagsma is ust li e insurance always there when you need him.

- J ohn P rice wner of . . amily andholdings I have nown ete since I became a ealtor and property manager in ingston appro imately si years ago and he has provided me and my clients with prompt and professional service during this time. e has gone out of his way on many occasions to assist me when he is technically not even wor ing. I would highly recommend ete and his company without uestion. hil obertson

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t’s been said art is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has known. However, some find it difficult to choose pieces that accurately reflect their personality. With countless styles and artists to choose from, selecting the perfect piece — or pieces — can become a daunting task.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Did you know art rental is considered a business expense? It’s just one more reason to check out the work done by the plethora of incredible artists within our community.

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In turn, many home and business owners are turning to art rentals. rt rental is an ine pensive way to decorate your home or business, says aymond os, owner of ingston s allery aymond.

It s not only ine pensive, it allows you to live with a piece before ma ing a final purchase. If you get bored easily, art rentals allow you to change things up on a regular basis. ou can completely change the loo and feel of your home or office space with a simple swap delivery, installation and pic up are available for for a single piece and for each additional piece. nd the benefits don t end there. If your home is on the mar et, renting art is a stylish and affordable way to stage your home chosen with a thoughtful eye, art can ma e or brea the sale. ust be sure to choose something that will appeal to as many people as possible. If you re a business owner, on the other hand, art rentals allow you to give your professional space colour and personality. ountless art galleries, including the rt allery of ntario and the rt allery of lberta, for e ample, have started their own rental programs that curate some of the best artwor from top galleries and independent artists. nsure of what suits your space ome galleries with art rental programs offer complimentary consultations in order to guide clients and ensure the artwor suits their space and style. t allery aymond in ingston, there are more than original wor s of art available from most of the local artists the gallery represents. ou can get a great piece of art for every room in your home, if you so wish, and support local artists at the same time. It s a win win for everyone. s such, it comes as no surprise the response to allery aymond s art rental program has been tremendous so far, says os.

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L ocal A rtists at G allery Raymond 3 3 4 P rincess S treet, Kingston

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Beth ten Hove S olstice II ( A crylic 2 4 x 3 6 ) $ 12 0 0

Bonnie Brooks Three O f A P ear II ( A crylic 12 x 18 ) $ 5 5 0

Peggy M orley P oppies ( Encaustic 3 2 x 48 ) $ 3 0 0 0

Sarah Hunter S erene Winter ( Encaustic 2 4 x 3 0 ) $ 15 0 0 enefit rt for Fundraiser The Kenya Initiative: t to From Stree l o o h c S

M ark G raham B reathing Fish-D etail ( O il 3 0 x 3 6 ) $ 3 5 0 0

ilent auction ine cheese G allery Raymond, 3 3 4 P rincess S t S aturday, Nov ember 19 to D ecember 3 p.m. p.m.

Closing Reception D ecember 3 with J ohn Nj ane of Kenya

A Le Creuset Casserole Dish Having a quality-made casserole dish is important to me. They’re perfect for hosting large crowds; I can prepare the food in the morning, and simply pop the dish in the oven when company arrives. No more dashing back and forth to the kitchen!

A Cute Teap ot There’s not much a cup of tea can’t fix…so imagine what a whole pot can do!

Working from my home office, I’ve been known to keep a teapot and a mug on my desk for a soothing drink when I’m on a tight deadline.

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editor's five fall favourites Baskets ( Lots of them! ) Never underestimate the power of a decorative basket like this one in sea-grass.

During the winter, they’re especially great for quickly stashing hats and mittens out of sight.

Now that the cold months are here, I'm all about creature comforts.

Whether that's a warm balnket and a good book or the scent of a bubbling lasagna roasting in the oven, I love anything and everything that's considered cosy.

Here are a few of my favourites.

A Soy Candle Cleaner-burning and longer-lasting than petroleum-based paraffin candles, soy candles are scented with essential oils, and emit a light scent that’s not too overpowering.

They are the perfect addition to every room in the home.

A Cosy Blanket On chilly evenings, there’s nothing better than curling up in front of the fire with a glass of red wine, a good novel and a soft, warm blanket like this cashmere knit in a calming, neutral colour like oatmeal.

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ith the summer behind us, kids back at school and the leav es changing colour, plans to get away from our cold winters are soon to be in full swing.

If you’ re crossing the border to the U .S . or another destination, it is important to ensure you hav e the proper O ut-of-Country ( O O C) emergency medical insurance. This cov erage protects you from the high medical costs of hav ing an unex pected or unforeseen medical emergency while outside your home prov ince or country. There may also be some coordination serv ices included your cov erage ( ie: returning rental cars, childcare for children of a parent who is hospitalized, flying a loved one to be with an insured person who is hospitaliz ed for a number of days, etc.) .

Typ ically, there are two ways to secure this coverage: Group Insurance: If you are covered by an employee benefits plan with your employer, you likely hav e O O C insurance within the healthcare cov erage* .

S tandard O O C cov erage within a group insurance plan will cov er the employee and their dependents year-round with a max imum per trip limitation of 6 0 days and an ov erall cov erage max imum ( generally from $ 1,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 to U nlimited) .

Individual Travel Plans: If you are self-employed, do not hav e access to group insurance cov erage through your employer or are retired, you will need to

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inv estigate your options for a personaliz ed emergency out of country insurance plan. These types of cov erage can be tailored to your trav el plans. D o you need cov erage for a single trip, an annual plan that allows you to take a number of trips with certain per trip duration limitations, or maybe a combination of both?

M eeting with an insurance adv isor can help you determine the type of cov erage that is right for you.

Pre-existing Conditions: A s mentioned at the beginning of this article, O O C insurance prov ides cov erage for ex penses arising from unex pected and unforeseen medical emergencies. If you hav e a medical condition that you are being treated for or hav e recently been treated for, a medical emergency arising from that condition may not be eligible for cov erage if it is considered unstable. G enerally, the stability clause states any new condition for which an indiv idual is treated for or a change in treatment for an ongoing condition within 9 0 days of departure would not be eligible for cov erage. Ex amples of an unstable condition could be one where you hav e receiv ed treatment from a medical professional or simply changed the dosage or freq uency of an ongoing medication. It is important to note if you hav e an unstable condition, it would only be emergencies as a result of this condition that would not be cov ered; other unrelated medical emergencies would be eligible. * D isclaimer: Ev ery insurance policy is different. If you hav e q uestions about your cov erage, talk to your insurer prior to trav eling outside of Canada

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