GHANAIAN NEWS JULY 2022 by Roots Change

Ghanaian-Canadian Association Seniors visit Peterborough

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits Ghanaian Community Stores in Montreal By Emmanuel Ayiku, Montreal, Que see story on pg.3 Rameshcont’dSanghaonpg.

53 Prime Minister Trudeau and Nana Kwateng Group picture of Seniors On Monday July 11, 2022. Prime Minister Justin Treudau visited Nana Kwateng’s Mama Africa Beauty Boutique Store located at 904 Jean Talon West, Montreal, Quebec in Canada. On that same day the Prime Minister also visited a nearby Ghanaian business African Grocery store Marche Thed’Afrique.visitto

The Seniors Wing of Ghanaian Canadian Association of Ontario (GCAO) led by Mrs. Felicia Botchway organized 56 seniors on a field trip to Peterborough Lift Lock & Riverboat Cruise and the Peterborough Riverview Park & Zoo on Monday July 18, The2022.trip was made in a luxurious coach. Rain disturbed the visit to the Riverview Zoo but the Riverboat cruise on the Trent Canal was awesome. It was a breathtaking sight as the boat reached the Trent-Severn Waterway Lock 21 as the boat

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the Montreal Black community Businesses is inline with Trudeau’s vision in supporting Black Businesses to make sure that they survive. During Trudeau’s visit Nana and his staff welcomed the Prime Minister to the Store with introduction to his Wife and the Staff members. He then showed him around with most of the products on display. Nana took him to his office and showed the PM some African Wall paintings which were very impressive to Tredeau. The entire visit lasted about an hour. At the end of it all, Nana emotionally pleaded with Tredeau’s Government to help the Ghanaian Community in Canada to create more programs to support the Youth and Women. In his response to the request the Prime Minister told Nana to call his office. 2022

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A prominent Brampton lawyer and former parliamentarian, Ramesh Sangha, announced his candidacy for Mayor of Brampton this past Friday. He was previously appointed as a Chairperson of Canada Pension Plan- Disability Tribunal by the Governor General of Canada. Rameshwas elected and served twice as a Member of Parliament for Brampton, elected in 2015 and 2019. He served on various committees for the House of Commons including Justice and Human Rights, Covid-19 Pandemic, etc. As a lawyer and as a parliamentarian, he has gained extensive experience on both sides of interpreting laws and on formulating laws to best serve Brampton.

Ramesh stated “I recognize Brampton as a culturally diverse society and land of opportunity and business prosperity. Brampton is not flourishing at its full potential because of the existing problems at the City Hall. The current mayor has no capability of working collaboratively with his own colleagues in Rameshcouncil.”understands that Bramptonions are worried about the future of their city. He is confident that the people of Brampton will choose the right mayor during this election.

Ramesh Sangha at the press conference

By Staff Reporter, Brampton, ON Ramesh Sangha at the press conference

Ramesh Sangha, Former Member of Parliament announces his nomination for Mayor of Brampton; pledges to bring transparency to City Hall

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conditions for staff and implement a national system to track staffing levels at different health-care institutions to ensure that there is a balanced distribution of the workforce and prevent service

A new Head of the Catholic Church in Africa has been elected His Eminence Richard Kuuia Baawobr of Ghana has been elected President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) and is now the highestranking member of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa

Articles appearing in various columns of the Ghanaian News are intended to generate civil and informed public discussions. You do not have to agree with opinions expressed by the writers. That should encourage you to write to express your own views. This is the way we generate lively and civil discussions in the community. Rejoinders are not forums for personal insults and we want readers to adhere to these principles.

We all know of the economic, political and social successes of many migrant communities in Canada. We also know that the key to their economic, political and social successes has been due to only one major act of their community members: patronage of the businesses in their various communities. There’s a common saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” The power of the community has paved the way for many of our community business owners. When you choose to support community-owned businesses, you’re supporting community pride and unity. While that may be intimidating to some, it would mean the world to many families and communities. Ghanaian entrepreneurship is a tool for survival in a world that does not want to see us win. When we win against all odds, our young children grow up seeing successful entrepreneurs and the world a better place. We do not need to stretch this point very far. We can see these realities of the success of other communities around us. We can take tours of those businesses and establishments and we will come away with only one major reality: the active patronage of these businesses by their community members. Charity, they say, begins at home. “Home” in this context means ‘our own communities’ right here in Canada. When businesses in our communities flourish, the benefits transcend to the larger communities as well. The economic success will enable the businesses support initiatives in our communities from support for youth education, recreation, services and by extension creating a positive image for our community.

Thedisruptions.Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario says mental health support, mentorship and good leadership in conjunction with adequate compensation will aid in retention, as nurses contend with nearly three years of pandemic exhaustion combined with the rising cost of living. The Ontario Medical Association says 22 million patient services were delayed over the course of the pandemic, 10 million of which were surgeries and cancer screening

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Patronizing our Community Businesses is Key to economic success

Five things experts say could ease pressures on Ontario’s healthcare system

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In line with promoting our Community Businesses, the Ghanaian News is hosting an African Canadian Business Expo from September 21st to 25th this year. Theme: Recovering our community businesses after COVID-19 Pandemic.

Temporary emergency room closures and increased wait times have become increasingly common in Ontario as the province’s healthcare system grapples with staffing Premiershortages.

The Event will be an opportunity for Business growth, to establish networking and to bring together Africans, Afro-Canadians, Canadians and International Communities interested in promoting small and medium size businesses. It will also be an avenue for sponsors and exhibitors to market their brands display and introduce their products to consumers and the business Thecommunities..PrimeMinister,

The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa, and Madagascar (SECAM) (www. SECAM.org), the association of Catholic Bishops of Africa, Madagascar, and the Islands, has elected His Eminence Richard Kuuia Baawobr of Ghana as its new President. His Eminence Richard Kuuia Baawobr is now the highest-ranking member of the Roman Catholic Church in Africa. The election took place in Accra, Ghana, during the 19th Plenary Assembly of SECAM, whereby 130 participants, including cardinals and bishops representing over 600 catholic bishops of Africa came from all corners of the continent. The new President succeeds His Eminence Philippe Cardinal Ouédraogo from Burkina Faso. Another Cardinal, His Eminence Fridolin Besungu Ambongo of the Archdiocese of Kinshasha, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, was elected First Vice-President, while Most Rev. Lucio Andrice Muandula of the Diocese of Xai Xai, in Mozambique, was elected Second Vice President. The new President of SECAM, His Eminence Richard Kuuia Baawobr, was created a Cardinal on May 29, 2022 by Pope Francis and will be officially installed Cardinal on August 27, 2022. This is the first time since the establishment of SECAM, 53 years ago that a Ghanaian has been elected the President of SECAM. The SECAM, established in 1969 in Kampala, Uganda during the visit of St. Pope Paul VI, was born out of the desire of African Catholic Bishops present at the Second Vatican Council to speak with one voice on matters pertaining to the Church in Africa. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM).

Itprocedures.saysthat backlog is contributing to the strain being felt in emergency departments, which could be eased by separate health centres performing the outpatient procedures.

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Doug Ford has acknowledged that more can be done to ease health-system pressures, but his throne speech this week fell short of offering solutions to the Expertsproblem.andadvocates are making suggestions as to what could help Ontario’s overburdened health Theysystem.include scrapping the law known as Bill 124 -- which caps wage increases for public sector contracts at one per cent a year for three years as well as training and registering more health care Theyworkers.also call for the province to build publicly funded, stand-alone health centres that can perform less complex outpatient surgeries and procedures, improve work

The economic successes will also lead to social and political recognition from the larger Canadian community. Again we can see evidence of these around us from other communities: their economic and business successes mean that the larger society takes them seriously. This has enabled them to make inroads into the bigger political arena enabling them to be part of the vital decision-making process of the country that eventually affect all of us. We therefore entreat our community members to take cues from the above and actively and strongly patronize the businesses in our community. It is very important. It is vital and it is the major key to our communities’ success, revival, recognition and future strength

The 5 day Expo is an avenue for Black communities to come together to learn about the impact that African Canadian Businesses are having in Business and Society after the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Justin Trudeau’s vision in supporting Black Businesses was demonstrated when recently visited some of the Black Community Businesses in Montreal to make sure that they survive. See story and pictures on that visit in this issue of the Ghanaian News. While we encourage our community businesses to strive for higher heights, the Ghanaian News wish to use this opportunity and this column to strongly advise and appeal to our community members to consciously and strongly patronize the businesses in our various Ghanaian community Businesses here in Canada.

FREEDOM IS EMANCIPATION DAY AND MORE

Following the extraordinary efforts of Rosemary Sadlier, on March 24, 2021, the House of Commons officially designated August 1 as Emancipation Day across Canada. “ – CABR unit

Imagine being identified as the driving force, the initiator of August 1st as Emancipation Day by the Confronting Anti-Black Racism Unit of the City of Toronto and knowing that the Black Liberation Flag raising ceremony held at North York Civic Centre is in part honouring my efforts!!! “

Historically, freedom, and ways to celebrate freedom, included sporting events and it is our intention to pivot to something a bit more tangible and connected to our current resources as an ad hoc team. We celebrate Emancipation Day because it confirms that on the lands we now call Canada there once was slavery, slavery that included Indigenous peoples and Africans. We celebrate because slavery, chattel slavery, the loss of ownership of oneself from birth to death, in this country, is over but we also celebrate the resilience of the people who went before us, the people who were enslaved and were given their freedom - with little else and still managed to eke out an existence to this very day. We celebrate the perseverance of people who despite the obstacles they faced due to the colour of their skin, found a way to build build character, build churches, communities and help develop this country.

We are still in a need of working on, establishing the freedom, that our ancestors on these very lands then it was for freedom from unpaid work from dawn to dusk and freedom to own their own families and themselves but what is freedom for us now we need the freedom that removes us from micro aggressions the freedom for the opportunities to secure the types of training or employment that we wish through to finding freedom to have our story, our history included as part of the curriculum and the national narrative, freedom to be fully represented at the front of the house and in the board rooms of the countless levels of government corporations and industry. It’s the freedom to join with others or to act on your own to find a way to make things better so that the next generation will have to again will be able to experience the freedoms we enjoy and maybe even additional ones We are still in the UN International Decade for People of African Descent and according to the UN: “There are around 200 million people identifying themselves as being of African descent live in the Americas. Many millions more live in other parts of the world, outside of the African continent. Whether as descendants of the victims of the transatlantic slave trade or as more recent migrants, they constitute some of the poorest and most marginalized groups. Studies and findings by international and national bodies demonstrate that people of African descent still have limited access to quality education, health services, housing and social security. In many cases, their situation remains largely invisible, and insufficient recognition and respect has been given to the efforts of people of African descent to seek redress for their present condition. They all too often experience discrimination in their access to justice, and face alarmingly high rates of police violence, together with racial profiling.”

others in planning and celebrating with our generous partner at York Lions/York University for actual in-person 2022 event!

Day is a time to give consideration both to Canada’s role in slavery and to the impact of freedom then and now, as well as those barriers that still have to be challenged.

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By Rosemary Sadlier OOnt August 1st Emancipation Day marks the date that the historic 1833 passage of the British Imperial Act went into effect in Canada - August 1st, 1834. On the lands we now call Canada, first Indigenous peoples and then Africans were enslaved. This Act ensured the end of the enslavement of Africans not only in Canada, but in British controlled regions around the globe. It was the first global freedom legislation and it sparked other global nations to effect their own freedom laws. For Africans in the West, this Act also was met with spontaneous outbursts of prayer and thanksgiving, of song and dance, of heartfelt relief from the years of forced work as slaves and statutory inequality. It created the conditions for the first freedom movement of the Americasthe Underground Railroad since now, the entire country of Canada (controlled by Britain at the time) granted freedom to any enslaved person reaching Canadian soil. Thousands of enslaved African Americans secretly and quickly made their way here. They stayed and others followed - strong, resilient and determined to build family, life, and community. They reframed Emancipationfreedom.

While many members of the African Canadian community are excelling in their chosen fields, until we are all managing, free to have our basic needs met and even to have our dreams realized, we have a duty to keep seeking the changes that will support an even better ‘freedom’ for the coming generations. What will you do to make it so?

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I am the proponent of many formal commemorations of people, places and events. Previously, I held the role of President of the Ontario Black History Society (OBHS), the sole Provincial Heritage Organization in Canada, for over 22 years. In this capacity, I initiated the formal celebrations of February as Black History Month at all levels of government, and initiated the first (1994) of many commemorations of August 1st as Emancipation Day. Subsequent to my involvement with the OBHS, I chaired the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) for 4 years where I initiated the first advocacy of this organization, with RCS Canada, in 42 years with a Parliamentary Petition towards commemorating Emancipation Day. I secured national support for Emancipation Day during, apart and subsequent to my connection to these organizations, through community engagement, international outreach and partnership as well as educational initiatives and advocacy. I had never been to an Emancipation Day event before I began my journey of initiating formal commemoration for it. From a modest event at Metro Hall with an Emancipation Day cake, through to celebrations at the Legislative Assembly/ Queen’s Park, the event and awareness of the importance grew. This allowed for mutual exchanges of speakers on Emancipation from the Caribbean (ie. UWI), Washington, D.C. (i.e. DC Emancipation) and the U.S. in general (eg. Juneteenth). All Consulates were involved with the Ontario celebrations I coordinated, which featured all political parties, and, with the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario His Hon. David Onley, facilitated joint celebrations of Emancipation Day and Simcoe Day at Fort York National Historic Site reaching upwards of 2000 people. Star of film and stage, Ngozi Paul had invited me over several years to participate in Emancipation Arts for August 1st poetry and spoken word events. Then she created FreeUp! a nationally televised production during which she had the Rosemary Sadlier Freedom Award given out. The first year, it was presented to Jully Black, the second, to dbi young and this year, I had the double honour of being able to present, in-person, to Joe Sealy. Imagine giving out a national award in my own name! On CBC and streamed on CBC Gem!

While I am not Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth in the U.S., I do have a long and continuous role in initiating, following through, advocating, creating events, having flag raisings, launching petitions and meeting with a variety of elected officials during the 27 years I worked on this. I was responsible for all formal commemorations of Emancipation Day through to the most recent passage of M-36 introduced by MP Majid Jowhari, creating August 1st as Emancipation Day across Canadanow 13 years after securing unanimous approval in the Province of Ontario (2008), it has received similar unanimous support nationally! In 2020, I held the first international commemoration of Emancipation Day online due to covid-19, with representatives from Nigeria, Ghana, Britain, the Caribbean and across Canada. I was delighted recently, to work with York University, and other community partners, on the 2021 commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of Black History Month and work with this dynamic group to commemorate the first national August 1st as Emancipation Day. To engage youth and families, a sports event which will featured team sports in basketball was part of how I joined with

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From R: Deputy Mayor Michael Thompson, High Chief Bamidele Bajowa, Aina-Nia Ayodele, Dr. Akwatu Khenti at the flag raising

From L: High Chief Bamidele Bajowa, Aina-Nia Ayodele, Deputy Mayor Michael Thompson, Dr, Akwatu Khenti at the flag raising

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The study, published in Science Advances on Wednesday, is aimed at helping local governments carry out targeted efforts to limit global warming by pinpointing specific sites of major concern. When organic waste like food, wood or paper decomposes, it emits methane into the air. Landfills are the third-largest source of methane emissions globally, after oil and gas systems and agriculture. Although methane only accounts for about 11% of greenhouse gas emissions and lasts about a dozen years in the air, it traps 80 times more heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide does. Scientists estimate that at least 25% of today’s warming is driven by methane from human actions.

“This is the first time that highresolution satellite images have been used to observe landfills and calculate their methane emissions,” said Joannes Maasakkers, lead author of the study and atmospheric scientist at the Netherlands Institute for Space Research. “We found that these landfills, which are relatively small compared to city sizes, are responsible for a large fraction of total emissions from a given area,” he said.

Satellite data to detect emissions is still a relatively new field, but it’s being used more and more to observe gases across the world. It means more independent organizations are tracking greenhouse gases and identifying big emitters, whereas previously local government figures were the only source available.

“It is a quickly developing field and we expect more interesting data to come out soon,” said Maasakkers. The Associated Press

Landfills are releasing far more planet-warming methane into the atmosphere from the decomposition of waste than previously thought, a study Scientistssuggests.usedsatellite data from four major cities worldwide - Delhi and Mumbai in India, Lahore in Pakistan and Buenos Aires in Argentina - and found that emissions from landfills in 2018 and 2019 were 1.4 to 2.6 times higher than earlier estimates.

“This new work shows just how important it is to manage landfills better, especially in countries like India where landfills are often on fire, emitting a wide range of damaging pollutants,” said Euan Nesbit, an Earth scientist at Royal Holloway, University of London, who wasn’t part of the study.

Earlier this year, smoke hung over New Delhi for days after a massive landfill caught fire as the country was sweltering in an extreme heat wave with temperatures surpassing 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit). At least two other landfill fires have been reported in India this year. Nesbit added that the newer satellite technology, combined with onthe-ground measurements, makes it easier for researchers to identify “who is polluting the world.” China, India and Russia are the world’s biggest methane polluters, a recent analysis by the International Energy Agency found. At last year’s United Nations climate conference, 104 countries signed a pledge to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030 compared with 2020 levels. Both India and China are not Thesignatories.authors plan to carry out more research into landfill sites across the world in future studies.

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Satellite data finds landfills are methane ‘super emitters’

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AS PARENTS: Perhaps most parents become very happy when it is September! That the time they ‘ship’ their children (with all the headaches they give to them at home) back to school and for that matter to teachers after the long school break. This assumption notwithstanding, parents still have a lot to do for their children and those who teach their kids if we want a successful school year for our children. Parents have the responsibility (I call it-obligation) to ensure that their children are well fed, appropriately clothed and ready with all their school supplies needed before they leave home for school. Opportunities are there for parents to know their child’s teacher before they are summoned to the school on their child’s misconduct or poor academic academic performance sooner or later. There is much to gain and nothing to lose if we team up with those who teach our children from the beginning of the school year to ensure that our kids succeed at school. It is also profitable to supervise or monitor our children’s homework from school each night right at the beginning of the school year. Such early parental supervision of the child’s school work at home would leave no room for laziness on the part of our kids when it comes to school work. The early bird catches the worms! Many, if not all schools, send information and special permission forms with students home at the beginning of the school year. Parents must ensure that that such letters and permission forms are carefully read, understood and those needed to be signed and returned to the school are duly complied with.

The online survey was completed by 1,764 Canadians between July 8 and 10. It cannot be assigned a margin of error because online polls are not considered truly random samples. For Canadians whose primary language is French, 91 per cent reported a strong sense of attachment to their language, in comparison to 67 per cent who reported the same sentiment for Canada. In Quebec, more people reported a strong sense of attachment to their primary language than to the province. Only 37 per cent of Canadians reported a strong sense of attachment to a religious group.

AS STUDENTS: There is a Ghanaian adage that says: ‘no one drinks medicine for a sick person’. Students must know and understand that they go to school to learn! Though teachers are there to help them learn, much of how they succeed as learners depends on them as students. The long vacation often causes students to forget most of what they have learned the previous school year and since the early days of the new academic year are used to revise stuff learned at the previous grade level students ought to take such days seriously. There should not be playing of truancy! Punctuality, timely completion of homework and positive attitude towards studies are obvious hallmarks of success at school and all students ought to chalk them. Let’s have fruitful and successful school year as we go back to school in September!!

A new survey finds more Canadians report a strong attachment to their primary language than to other markers of identity, including the country they call home. The survey, which was conducted by Leger for the Association for Canadian Studies, found 88 per cent of respondents reported a strong sense of attachment to their primary language, whereas 85 per cent reported the same for Canada. The greater importance of language was especially notable among francophones and Indigenous ReportsPeoples. of strong attachment to primary language exceeded all other markers of identity, including geography, ethnic group, racialized identity and religious affiliation. Of the markers of identity considered in the survey, Canadians were the least likely to report a strong sense of attachment to a religious group.

Jedwab said the census release will be especially important to Quebec, where there’s a close monitoring of the state of the French language in comparison to other languages.

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The findings come ahead of Statistics Canada’s latest census release on languages in the country, which is set to be published on Wednesday.

Association for Canadian Studies president Jack Jedwab said the survey’s findings highlight the important role language plays in people’s identities. “I think many Canadians may be surprised by it, who may not think intuitively that language is as important as other expressions of identity that get attention,” he said.

Jedwab said people should be mindful of not downplaying the importance of language given how significant language can be to a community. He said language has a dual function of facilitating communication and being an expression of culture. “There can be a tendency for people to diminish the importance of other languages,” he said. “We’ve not paid historically sufficient attention to Indigenous languages, which we’re now seeing our federal government invest considerably in, trying to help sustain and revive Indigenous languages,” he added.

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The Leger survey also found more than half of francophone Quebecers

Next month we (students and teachers in Ontario) go back to school after the long break. The last school year saw after long online classes for schools some difficult but manageable in-person learning at schools even ending up with in-person graduation ceremonies at most schools. This year ads and sales targeting students going back to school this September have not been ‘crazy’ as they use to be some years ago. All the same students and teachers are going back to school. What do we do as parents, teachers and students as schools re-open in September? We need to plan ahead, give ourselves deadlines with the goals we set, get started and review our performances/ goals for successes and, look critically into our failures making amends where necessary from time to time.

Going Back to School Soon! What do we do?

AS TEACHERS: Teaching is a profession and those who enter it must demonstrate professionalism in their duties. It is the duty of every teacher to prepare for the school year. It is therefore incumbent upon every teacher to go through the curriculum they would be using to teach during the school year and plan the syllabus for the year or at least for the term before students return to school. It is also important for the teacher to set classroom rules with the students and see to their enforcement throughout the school year. Teachers are also obliged to support the school administrators in school discipline from the word go!

More Canadians report strong attachment to their language than to Canada: pollsay they know English well enough to hold a conversation. That’s in contrast to less than one in 10 English respondents in all provinces except Quebec and New Brunswick who say they can hold a conversation in AccordingFrench. to the last census, EnglishFrench bilingualism rose from 17.5 per cent in 2011 to 17.9 per cent in 2016, reaching the highest rate of bilingualism in Canadian history. Over 60 per cent of that growth in bilingualism was attributable to TheQuebec.Canadian Press Ghanaian

By Joe Kingsley Eyiah, OCT, Brookview Middle School, Toronto-Canada

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The decision by the government to seek for a balance of payment support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has generated intense debate among politicians, policy analysts and the general Thepublic.engagement with the IMF was inevitable because since January this year, both Fitch ratings and Moody’s downgraded Ghana’s bonds to barely above the threshold for investment grade. This has made it difficult for investors in the country’s cedi denominated domestic debt securities shy away while at the same time, making any new Eurobond issuance impossible due to the prohibitively high coupon rates that investors would demand. Indeed, it is instructive that the securing of a syndicated international bank loan of $2 billion was delayed due to pricing issues. Consequently, Ghana has been forced to draw down its gross international reserves at an inordinate rate and the country’s net international reserves, after accounting for imminent capital account payment obligations are becoming precariously low. Consequently, the cedi has been in a tailspin so far this year, falling by some 37 per cent already since the beginning of the year. The current official rate of GH¢9.95 to US$1 is dwarfed by the current black market of nearly GH¢10 to a dollar and that is where many enterprises are now forced to source their forex from. Actually, the ongoing forex shortages point to a structural problem with Ghana’s economic management that the IMF needs to address with urgency.

The hard fact is that, the forex aspect of Ghana’s economy has been kept afloat by both rising levels of outstanding foreign debtwhich rose by $3.8 billion from $24.6 billion to US$28.4 billion over the 12-month period alone, up to end of May this year – and by rising inflows of forex from foreign investment into the domestic debt. Effectively, servicing these rising debts has only been made possible by even bigger net inflows in a manner akin to a pyramid scheme. Now that Ghana is unable to do yet another Eurobond issue and the net forex inflows from foreign investment into the domestic debt have reversed into net outflows, a forex shortage has become Therefore,inevitable. the immediate task for the IMF should be to reverse those outflows by providing Ghana with “policy credibility”. This involves providing confidence to the international investment community that it can and will, working with government itself, ensure Ghana’s debt sustainability over the short, medium and long Thisterms.should be accompanied by balance of payment support to significantly restore Ghana’s gross – and net – international reserves. These actions should serve to solve Ghana’s current forex shortages challenge and improve its balance of payment position in line with the Fund’s central mandate. Beyond these immediate tasks are the design and the implementation of a medium-term programme that will solve the longer term structural problems facing Ghana’s economy and the policies through which it is Thismanaged.iswhere the fears of civil society leaders are strongest, since IMF programmes are basically demand-management driven, thus requiring belt tightening by the Ghana’spopulace. negotiating team should leverage the greater flexibility the Fund now allows compared with times gone by to ensure the continuation of social protection interventions for the most vulnerable segments of the populace. Such interventions were retained during the immediate past IMF programme – the Extended Credit Facility programme which ran from 2015 to 2019 – and should be retained in the new programme Ghana is about to enter.

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However, Ghana must accept the fact that not all socio-economic interventions are affordable and useful. For instance, free Senior High School should only be provided to households that clearly cannot afford to pay. Households that can afford to pay should be made to do so. This requires strong political will since the free SHS was a fundamental election promise of the incumbent administration but the IMF would be willing to play the Furthermore,villain. government should be willing to distinguish between economically productive and unproductive capital expenditure, putting politics and purely social considerations aside, until the country’s economic challenges are Forresolved.instance, government should accept the IMF’s obvious desire to stop public expenditure on the National Cathedral for now. Beyond the immediate, a longer term policy must focus on ensuring that Ghana does not return to its current predicament through structural shortcomings although there are no ways to ensure that sheer inept or financially malfeasant governance will not generate such unwanted situations in the future. Trade surplus concerns will require deliberate efforts to improve Ghana’s trade surplus even further. The fastest way to do this is to reduce the import bill through import substitution; here it is instructive that Ghana’s current trade surpluses, after decades of continuous trade deficits, are primarily the result of substituting imported diesel with locally generated gas for energy Furthergeneration.import substitution should be encouraged through fiscal incentives. Taxes foregone would be recouped by other taxes from increased local economic activity and new jobs created. Over the longer term, the country needs to increase its exports, both traditional and non-traditional. The biggest opportunities here remain in increased oil and solid mineral (especially gold) exports, through the early development of the new fields and mines already planned. After all, these are what persuaded international bond investors to buy Ghana’s Eurobonds in the first place, over the past nine years. Indeed, this is why some analysts assert that this time around, the IMF programme needs to go beyond the correction of Ghana’s short-term balance of payments position. The economy’s entire external sector needs to be restructured.

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Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) Delegation to Drive Ghana’s Oil, Natural Gas and Electrification Opportunities at African Energy Week 2022 in Cape Town South Africa

KFC Africa Partners with Serge Ibaka to Empower Youth through Basketball

The first of these basketball courts was recently built and donated in Kenya, as a result of a partnership between KFC and the Jonathan Jackson Foundation (JJF). This was initiated under the Bakee Mtaani (‘basketball in the hood’) initiative, at the Humama Public Grounds in Kayole Community, and also sees youth within the community benefitting from basketball equipment and coaching programmes at the new court. In addition to this, a significantly positive spin-off was that the construction of the court resulted in jobs for more than 50 skilled and unskilled youths. With regards to the courts initiative specifically, this is just the beginning – ambitious plans are underway for another 11 courts in Kenya in coming months, as well as additional projects in other markets including Botswana, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal and Tanzania.

“We are also extremely excited about our epic collab with Serge Ibaka – an African basketball legend – to further highlight the strength and potential of the game. It goes without saying that Serge is a true inspiration to our youth, and by joining forces, we accelerate growth and development for the stars of the future.”

Born in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, Serge is a three-time NBA All-Defensive First Team selection and has twice led the league in blocks. In 2019, he won his first NBA championship as a key member of the Toronto Raptors.

Adding his perspective, Serge Ibaka says, “The talent that Africa is producing is just amazing and my goal is to inspire them and to contribute to ensure that the next generation is given every opportunity to shine in the game I love. I am very proud to be able to partner with KFC Africa to give more back to my home continent. Having basketball courts in their local communities, close to young players, is a huge advantage in helping them to develop their basketball and life skills.”

Following a successful 2021 edition, Hon. Freddie Blay, Board Chairman at GNPC, will return to AEW 2022 to shape critical discussions around boosting Ghana’s and Africa’s oil and gas markets for energy security A lawyer and politician by profession, at AEW 2022, Hon. Blay will participate in high-level meetings as well as the NOC Forum, discussing the role NOCs play in boosting investment and development across Africa’s hydrocarbon “Themarket.African Energy Chamber (AEC) is honored to once again host Hon. Blay at Africa’s leading investment platform for the oil and gas sector as we shape the continent’s own narrative of a just and inclusive energy transition. Ghana is one of Africa’s most promising gas markets, and having a visionary like Hon. Blay share best practices and innovative strategies for how the continent can address industry challenges at AEW 2022 will be a game changer,” stated NJ Ayuk, the Executive Chairman of the AEC.

The United States has committed $6.6 billion of humanitarian assistance to Africa since October 2021 United States Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield visited Ghana August 5-7, 2022 to discuss food security Africa and meet with civil society and government leaders. Ambassador ThomasGreenfield met with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration Honorable Shirley Botchwey on August 5. She thanked Minister Botchwey for Ghana’s leadership in the region and as a member of the UN Security Council. More here. At a lunch with human rights defenders, including member of the LGBTQI+ community,

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Under the theme, ‘Exploring and Investing in Africa’s Energy Future while Driving an Enabling Environment,’ AEW 2022 will host Hon. Blay in discussions around how Africa can boost investment in oil and gas exploration and production, as well as across the entire energy value chain to make energy poverty history by 2030.

KFC Africa believes in fuelling the passion-points of the young, and young at heart, by connecting at the touch-points that mean something across its markets. “With Serge being such an icon in the game, it made perfect sense for us to take up the opportunity to partner with him to bring our brand’s support of basketball to life. Additionally, it is through initiatives like this that KFC Africa aims to see more young players from Africa level up both on and off the court, whilst creating a lasting legacy for generations to come,”

concludes Kasambala. APO Group on behalf of KFC Africa.

In addition to these impressive basketball credentials, Serge is also personally invested in uplifting and developing the youth, through his own Serge Ibaka Foundation, that focuses on issues of children’s health and education, and the Serge Ibaka Dreams Academy, that focuses on giving back through basketball.

Notably, the construction of the $550 million Tema Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facility commenced –representing both the country’s and sub-Saharan Africa’s first LNG import terminal –whilst the Sankofa Gas project was fast-tracked to address both domestic and regional energy security.

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Iconic food brand partnering with global basketball legend and investing in community courts to boost the game across the KFCcontinentAfrica (https://global.KFC.com), the most loved fast-food brand in 23 markets across the continent, is partnering with Serge Ibaka, of the Milwaukee Bucks, to enable and uplift the continent’s youth and communities, whilst growing grass-roots basketball. “The average age in Africa is 19 and sport, specifically basketball, is a passion point for more than 100 million fans across the continent. In recent years we have seen the number of African players rising on the international circuit, providing inspiration and impetus for many young people dreaming of becoming the next global basketball all-star,” says Emmanuel Kasambala, KFC Marketing Director, Rest of Sub-Saharan Africa.

Following on from KFC Africa’s announcement about its partnership with NBA Africa, the brand has even bigger plans for the game. “For us it’s about developing our home continent’s youthgiving them the facilities and safe spaces to use their talents and grow their skills. It is for this reason that we are refurbishing and building basketball courts within communities in key markets.”

Hon. Freddie Blay, Board Chairman of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), has confirmed his participation at the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW) (www. AECWeek.com) conference and exhibition, Africa’s premier event for the oil and gas sector, which will take place from October 18-21 this year in Cape Town. As the head of the board of Ghana’s National Oil Company (NOC), Hon. Blay will lead a delegation from the GNPC, participating in a number of industry-focused panel sessions and highlighting the latest developments and innovations being undertaken by the NOC to revamp the country’s oil and gas market. Since taking office as GNPC’s Board Chairman, Hon. Blay has been instrumental in shaping key policy reforms, with massive exploration, production and infrastructure rollout projects having materialized, positioning Ghana as a competitive oil and gas investment destination.

for Africa to provide for lifesaving support to refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, stateless persons, and persecuted people across Africa. With this funding, the United States has committed $6.6 billion of humanitarian assistance to Africa since October 2021. Watch the full speech here. Visiting the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center (KAIPTC), Ambassador ThomasGreenfield met with Commandant Major General Francis Ofori to discuss Ghana’s strong and Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield highlights food security, United StatesGhana partnership in visit cont’d on pg. 47

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In the oil sector, a number of positive developments aimed at boosting production have already been recorded and many more are set to follow. Tullow Oil, for example, launched a $350 million investment program to increase output in the Jubilee offshore oilfield while Eni and Kosmos Energy, in partnership with GNPC, increased exploration spending in the west African market. With the demand for African oil and gas expanding both at domestic level – as Africa seeks to lift over 600 million people out energy poverty while providing access to clean cooking to over 900 million people –and at international level – as markets such as Europe seek to diversify energy supply away from Russia -, Hon. Blay is well positioned to shape discussions around the future of African energy. With the NOC prioritizing maximizing foreign direct investments to boost upstream, midstream and downstream activities to optimize the exploitation of domestic hydrocarbon resources in a bid to reduce the west African country’s dependence on crude oil imports whilst ensuring that Ghana achieves its 100% universal electricity access target by 2030, AEW 2022 presents the best platform for Hon. Blay to highlight investment opportunities across the country’s entire oil and gas value chain.

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World food crisis prompts rise in child marriages: Canadian aid agencies

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The United States has an abiding interest in ensuring the region remains open and accessible to all and that governments and publics are able to make their own political choices, consistent with international obligations. Open societies are generally more inclined to work in common cause with the United States, attract greater U.S. trade and investment, pursue policies to improve conditions for their citizens, and counter harmful activities by the People’s Republic of China, Russia, and other actors. We will foster openness and open societies, including

Building on the Biden-Harris Administration’s actions and commitments to deepen our engagement and partnerships in Africa during the past year, the strategy articulates our new vision for a 21st Century U.S.-African Partnership. It recognizes the tremendous, positive opportunities that exist to advance shared interests alongside our African partners. At the same time, we acknowledge that Africa’s potential will continue to be challenged as long as deadly conflicts divide societies, corruption impedes economic progress, food insecurity heightens the risk of famine and malnutrition, and repression stifles human rights and democratic expression. As President Biden noted in his address to the African Union last year, “none of this is going to be easy but the United States stands ready now to be your partner, in solidarity, support, and mutual respect.”

Ukraine has also accused Russia of exporting stolen Ukrainian wheat, claiming it is Russian, and of planting mines in Ukrainian fields so farmers cannot plant or harvest their crops.

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Canada, one of the biggest contributors to the World Food Program, is among the countries to have condemned Moscow for blockading Ukraine’s ports, bombing silos storing grain and stealing Ukrainian wheat.

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Building on the Biden-Harris Administration’s actions and commitments to deepen our engagement and partnerships in Africa during the past year, the strategy articulates our new vision for a 21st Century U.S.-African Partnership Sub-Saharan Africa plays a critical role in advancing global priorities to the benefit of Africans and Americans. It has one of the world’s fastest growing populations, largest free trade areas, most diverse ecosystems, and one of the largest regional voting groups in the United Nations (UN). It is impossible to meet today’s defining challenges without African contributions and leadership. The region will factor prominently in efforts to: end the COVID-19 pandemic; tackle the climate crisis; reverse the global tide of democratic backsliding; address global food insecurity; promote gender equity and equality; strengthen an open and stable international system; shape the rules of the world on vital issues like trade, cyber, and emerging technologies; and confront the threat of terrorism, conflict, and transnational crime.

The new U.S. Strategy Toward SubSaharan Africa represents a reframing of Africa’s importance to U.S. national security interests. We will pursue four main objectives in sub-Saharan Africa:

The world food crisis, made worse by the war in Ukraine, is leading to a rise in underage girls being forced into marriage, Canadian aid agencies warn. Plan International Canada said it has seen a worrying increase in the number of teenage girls in the developing world being forced into marriage because their families cannot afford to feed Twelvethem.million girls under the age of 18 become child brides each year, forcing them to abandon school while putting their health at risk through early pregnancies, the agency said. It warned a 15 per cent decrease in child marriages over the past decade is now in reverse because of pressure on Thefamilies.problem is acute in countries facing food shortages where girls are frequently forced to leave school to marry, including in South Sudan, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Chad and BangladeshAfghanistan. has one of the highest levels of underage marriage for girls in the world, according to Plan. The country’s crops have been hit by severe flooding this year and it relies on Ukraine for much of its wheat. Tanjina Mirza, chief programs officer at Plan International Canada, said fewer girls are now being forced into marriage with investment in education in Bangladesh but this trend is under threat due to poverty, food shortages and the impact of climate change. She said Plan employees on the ground are reporting more girls being pulled out of school to be married in areas with acute food shortages. School meal programs, including those giving students rations to take home to encourage them to stay in school, are being shut down because of shortages, Mirza said in an interview. She said Plan is increasing provision of food, including through school meal programs, to try to keep children in school. Mirza said hunger is affecting 345 million people, with Ethiopia, South Sudan, Haiti, Burkina Faso and Niger among the most “food insecure” Shecountries.said50 million people could face famine across 45 countries this year, and “girls’ needs” — particularly adolescent girls — are often ignored when hunger grips a society. “We are in the grip of a devastating hunger situation that’s currently affecting millions of children globally,” she said. “Food insecurity exposes girls to dangers such as abuse, child labour and child marriage that lessens the financial burden on families: having one less mouth to feed and one less child to send to school is, in many cases, a matter of survival.” She said “parents facing dire circumstances” are arranging marriages for their teenage daughters, but this is perpetuating “the cycle of poverty and hunger.”

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The war in Ukraine has deprived the UN World Food Program, which is among the aid agencies providing food in Afghanistan, of a major source of Itwheat.hasalso driven up the price of grain and fuel, making it more expensive for aid agencies to feed the world’s poor.

According to Plan, nearly one in five girls are married before age 18 around the Complicationsworld. during pregnancy and childbirth are the leading cause of death for girls aged 15 to 19. World Vision said in Afghanistan, where over 22 million people are going hungry, girls are being pulled from school and married off, including into violent homes, because their families can’t afford to feed them.

“Afghanistan is now facing its worst hunger crisis in living memory. The latest stats show that … 55 per cent of the population are facing acute levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, and children are dying due to starvation,” said World Vision Afghanistan national director Asuntha Charles. “I am already seeing the horrific effect on children and particularly girls.”

In a bid to ease the world food crisis, Russia and Ukraine last month signed agreements with Turkey and the United Nations to aid the export of Ukrainian grain across the Black Sea.

Haley Hodgson, spokeswoman for International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan, said he is working “with international partners to hold the Taliban to account for its horrific treatment and discrimination of women and girls.”

Back on July 8, Brampton City Council unanimously passed a motion to rename Dixie 407 Sports Park as Emancipation Park. “As the first Black woman elected to city council in the history of Brampton, I was proud to move the motion to create a recognition of Emancipation in October of 2019. The recent events that have elevated our understanding of anti-Black racism could not have been foreseen when I brought this initiative forward,” Coun. Charmaine Williams said in an Aug. 1 news release. “However, I am so proud to say that Brampton is home to Emancipation Park. To the best of my knowledge it is the first Emancipation Park anywhere in Canada. I look forward to seeing more initiatives that increase our historical understanding of the roots of anti Black racism as we work to tear down the barriers that hold back human Bramptonpotential.”City Council has also proclaimed Aug. 1 as Emancipation Day, and August as Emancipation Month in that city. Several online events will be held throughout the month to celebrate Brampton’s diversity and honour this important observance.

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Themembership.legal requirements aside, a marriage must be genuine in order to warrant immigration sponsorship consideration. Several factors such as multiplicity of marriages and common-law relationships, duration of previous marriages, period of courtship, degree of interdependence, amount of time spent together, level of knowledge of each other’s relationship histories, knowledge of and contact with extended families of the parties, financial support and communication all combine to determine genuineness of a marital relationship for immigration and sponsorship purposes.

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The park’s new name sign is set to be unveiled sometime this month. Dewitt Lee III, right, is the founder of the organization ‘Emancipation Month’ and one of the main advocates for the park’s re-naming. “We are proud to be hosting the firstever Emancipation Day in Canada’s only Emacipation Park, and just one of a few in North America,” Dewitt Lee III, the founder of the organization ‘Emancipation Month’ and one of the main advocates for the park’s renaming, told CP24 Monday morning. “This is a very special space of healing. and community, and fellowship.” Lee along with several others is also hosting a soccer tournament Monday at the newly-renamed park.

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One should not underestimate the investigative capabilities of the Immigration. The Immigration authorities store past information for future use and reference. For that matter, applicants must draw their counsel’s attention to past and present information they might have provided the Immigration that could be relevant to their cases. Applicants should be truthful and consistent with the information they give to their counsel and to the Immigration. The effectiveness of a counsel could be severely limited by non-disclosure of facts, inadequate cooperation, untruthful disclosure and inconsistency Marriages of convenience appear to be on the ascent and it is becoming a matter of great concern to immigration officials. Immigration authorities have accordingly raised the level of assessment, investigations and procedures of spousal sponsorships. Canada Immigration has the resources to do their work and it would be a sad mistake for one to underestimate or overlook their investigative powers. Prospective sponsors should seek the advice or assistance of a competent professional whenever necessary to avoid unnecessary frustration, delays and costly appeals in your sponsorships.

By: James A. Kwaateng, B.A. (Hons), LLB (Hons)

Brampton’s Dixie 407 Sports Park has a new name, one that honours the abolition of slavery. Located south of Highway 407 at Dixie Road, the 100-acre green space, which has both minor and major soccer pitches as well as cricket grounds, is now known as Emancipation Park.

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Section 117(9)(a) of the Immigration Regulations excludes spouses under the age of 18 years from family class

Some cases of sponsorship refusals are based – directly or indirectly - on issues related to the previous marriages. In situations where partners separated as soon as the sponsored relative obtained permanent residency, there is the suspicion of marriage of convenience. Also, cases of multiple marriages are sometimes singled out for special treatments. Incidents of multiple marriages within “unreasonably” short period of time are causes for concern.

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This topic is being revisited in view of its importance and problems spouses run into in the course of sponsoring their spouses to Canada. Unlike parent-child relationship, marriages and adoptions are principally non-biological. The origin and continued existence of relationships like marriages and adoption are proved by documentation and by some other means other than biological. One should not expect authorities, including Canada Immigration, to summarily presume that relationships like marriages and adoptions are legally valid and genuine. Thus, in the eyes of the Immigration, a legally valid adoption or marriage is not necessarily a genuine relationship and vice versa. The onus of proving the legal validity and genuineness of such relationships is on the applicants. Canada Immigration would recognize marriage for immigration purposes only when the marriage in question is valid under the laws of the jurisdiction where the marriage took place and under Canadian law. Customary marriages may pose some problems but if the marriage is done in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where the marriage took place, Canada Immigration may not have serious concerns. Proxy marriages – be it civil or customary –are currently unacceptable in Canada for Immigration purposes. Section 5(c) of the Immigration Regulations have been amended to read “both parties are to be physically present at the time of the marriage ceremony” while section 117(9) states that if one of the parties was not present, then the foreign national is not considered a member of the family class. Generally, Canadian laws would require a married couple to have a marriage certificate by following the necessary legal procedure. The laws require previously married applicants to be legally divorced before they marry again. Canada Immigration would generally recognize a foreign divorce for two partners who are ordinarily resident in Canada for immigration sponsorship purposes when the divorce is issued from a non-domiciliary court where the decree is recognized by the law of domicile of the parties provided either of the spouses was ordinarily resident in the foreign jurisdiction for one year immediately preceding the application for the divorce. The Canadian laws require two people who contract marriage not to be related by whole-blood, half-blood or by adoption. Also, to be recognized for immigration purposes, foreign national spouses must be 18 years of age.

Virtual flag raisings will also be held today for Emancipation Day as well as on August 6 for Jamaican Independence Day, August 22 for Dominican Republic Restoration Day, and August 31 for Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day. All flag raising ceremonies can be viewed online here. “Around the world, we are witnessing a historic moment in time. People of all backgrounds are coming together to collectively confront systemic antiBlack racism. Here in Brampton, honouring Emancipation Month and naming a City park Emancipation Park is a powerful way for us to acknowledge the past and reiterate that we stand with Brampton’s Black community,” Mayor Patrick Brown said. In June 2020, City Council also approved a Black African and Caribbean Social, Cultural and Economic Empowerment and Anti-Black Racism Unit. Lead by Senior Advisor, Gwyneth Chapman, it aims to develop an action plan to eradicate systemic anti-Black racism in Brampton by uplifting the social, cultural, and economic position of that city’s Black community. Community members can learn more and/or get involved by emailing “Honouring Emancipation Month and renaming a part of Brampton Emancipation Park are significant steps forward for Brampton,” Chapman said. “It is important for people to know the history and understand that we had slavery in Canada. Movements like the park renaming give me great confidence that we will make immense progress in Brampton.”

Brampton park renamed in honour of the abolition of slavery

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Premier Doug Ford said Toronto and Ottawa would serve as pilot cities and pledged to extend the powers to the mayors of other large municipalities in the years to come.

The government said the legislation would take effect on Nov. 15, effectively making the strong mayor powers a municipal election issue with 75 days left until local voters head to the polls.

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Under the proposed legislation, the mayors of Ottawa and Toronto would be given the power to override city council decisions on bylaws if the mayor believes they could “interfere with a provincial priority.”

The government stressed, however, that two-thirds of city council could overrule the mayor within 21 days of the veto.Veto powers would also be extended to the budgetmaking process, which would be strictly under the mayor’s authority to prepare and table every year. Ministry officials speaking on background indicated that municipalities that are “committed to growth” and that will “ready themselves for the development of more housing” could be given the same strong mayor powers.

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The Reverend Eric “Asamoah” Nyarko on Sunday, July 10 2022 at the 65 Mayall Avenue, North York Ontario. After his successful ordination on Sunday May 29, 2022. The occasion was graced by clergies and the Leadership of the Ghanaian Community here in Canada and the USA. The occasion was the climax of the Reverend Eric Nyarko’s Seven to Eight years of ministry Ghana Calvary Methodist United Church held a post ordination thanksgiving services in honor of their Minister Staff Reporter, Toronto, ON cont’d on pg. 40

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US envoy’s Ghana visit to focus on food and security

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2. DELIVER DEMOCRATIC AND SECURITY DIVIDENDS

5 Food items are being recalled in Canada & one of them is due to the presence of glass Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield is also expected to deliver a speech on US foreign policy on food security initiatives across Africa, and the impact of the global food crisis caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. That ongoing war has disrupted global food and fertiliser supplies, affecting many countries including Ghana where food inflation has risen to a record 30%. Ms Linda Thomas-Greenfield is also expected to meet President Nana Akufo Addo and Foreign Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey to discuss regional security and Ghana’s priorities at the UN Security Council. BBC News, Accra

* Prioritizing policies and programs to end the acute phase of the COVID-19 pandemic and build capacities to increase preparedness for the next health threat

* Working with allies and regional partners to stem the recent tide of authoritarianism and military takeovers

* Supporting manufacturing initiatives for vaccines and other medical

* Partnering with African countries to rebuild human capital and food systems that were further weakened by the pandemic and Russia’s war against Ukraine

On July 29, a notification was issued for certain Vicentina Fine Foods Gourmet brand lasagna products because of the presence of undeclared egg. The affected products, listed below, were sold in Ontario: * Meat Lasagna * Meatless Lasagna * Pesto Lasagna * Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna

* Veggie Lasagna For more information, you can visit the CFIA listing.

Sesame Asian Style Dressing

3. ADVANCE PANDEMIC RECOVERY AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

On August 25, a notification was issued for Irresistibles brand Sesame Asian Style Dressing due to microbial contamination in the form of Thespoilage.dressing was sold in Ontario and Quebec and further details such as codes and UPCs are available in the listing. Narcity

* Backing civil society, empowering marginalized groups, centering the voices of women and youth, and defending free and fair elections

It is essential to address two of the region’s most pressing problems: the COVID-19 pandemic and its attendant economic and social consequences. These challenges have been compounded by supply chain problems and food insecurity stemming from Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine. The United States is committed to working with regional governments and international partners to build more stable and inclusive African economies. We will advance pandemic recovery and economic opportunity, including by:

Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa cont’d from pg. 13

The products were sold online as well as in Alberta, B.C., Manitoba, and Ontario. They also may have been distributed nationally.

She will be visiting markets and meeting smallholder farmers, to assess the local resources and how best the US can work with Ghana to alleviate food insecurity across the country. Currently a similar project is in operation in the northern region.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency regularly keeps an updated list of food recalls in Canada and there have been several notifications issued recently. In some of the recalls, the CFIA warns of undeclared allergens that can cause reactions in those with Forsensitivities.items with microbial contamination or that contain extraneous material, the agency advises to not “use, sell, serve or distribute” the affected products.

Dill Pickle Flavoured Vodka On July 28, a notification was issued for Sask Prairie brand Dill Pickle Flavoured Vodka due “extraneous material” in the form of pieces of glass.

* Partnering with governments, civil society, and local communities to conserve, manage, and restore the continent’s rich natural ecosystems

The region’s commitment and capacity to renew its democracies, as well as anticipate, prevent, and address emerging and long running conflicts, can lead to more favorable outcomes for Africans and Americans. By simultaneously addressing these challenges and reaffirming that democracy delivers tangible benefits, the United States can offer positive choices to Africans as they determine their own future. We will help Africa deliver democratic and security dividends, including by:

She will also meet the president, the foreign minister, and deliver a speech on US foreign policyImage caption: She will also meet the president, the foreign minister, and deliver a speech on US foreign policy

Africa’s efforts to conserve and restore the continent’s ecosystems and rich natural resources— while also realizing energy access and energy security goals, diversifying its energy mix, and building sustainable supply chains—are central to tackling the global climate crisis. Although the region is responsible for extremely low emissions per capita, it stands to suffer from some of the most severe effects of climate change. We will support conservation, climate adaptation, and a just energy transition, including by:

Paneer Fresh Cheese

*countermeasuresPromoting a stronger growth trajectory and debt sustainability to support the region’s economic recovery, including through the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), Prosper Africa, Power Africa, Feed the Future, and a new initiative for digital transformation

Fact Sheet: United States (U.S.)

* Improving the capacity of African partners to advance regional stability and security

Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the US ambassador to the UN, has arrived in Ghana on a two-day visit.

* Supporting countries in their efforts to minimize and adapt to the impacts of a changing climate, including enhancing community, economic, and supply chain resilience

* Assisting African countries to more transparently leverage their natural resources for sustainable development

On August 4, a notification was issued for Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese. The item is being recalled due to the presence of “microbial contamination” in the form of generic E. coli. The affected product was sold in LasagnaAlberta. products

* Reducing the threat from terrorist groups to the U.S. Homeland, persons, and diplomatic and military facilities

* Working closely with countries to accelerate their just transitions to a clean energy future, energy access, and energy security

* Pursuing public-private partnerships to sustainably develop and secure the critical minerals that will supply clean energy technologies Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The White House.

4. SUPPORT CONSERVATION, CLIMATE ADAPTATION, AND A JUST ENERGY TRANSITION

The affected product was sold in CertainOntario.dark chocolate bars

Also on July 28, a food recall warning was issued for certain Groove Chocolate brand and Daniel Chocolates brand dark chocolate bars because of undeclared milk. The products include: * Daniel Chocolates 66% Cocoa Dark Chocolate. * Groove Chocolate Dark Chocolate *66%.Groove Chocolate Dark Chocolate 66% with Sea Salt. For further information on affected products including UPCs and codes, you can check the CFIA listing.

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Ghana’s banking sector recorded GH¢4.4 billion in profit before tax in first-half of 2022, data from the Bank of Ghana has revealed. This represented 21.6 percent growth, compared with 32.1 percent in the previous year. According to the Bank of Ghana , growth in net interest income was slower than the previous. However, net fees and commissions shot up significantly, over the previous year. Net interest income grew at 12.4 percent, compared with 19.4 percent a year ago. Net fees and commissions, however, grew by 29.2 percent, compared to 19.6 percent in the previous year, reflecting a rebound in trade finance-related business. These developments, the Central Bank, said culminated in a 23.0 percent growth in operating income, compared with a growth of 15.7 percent in the corresponding year.

after drought affected cocoa pods and activities of illegal small-scale mining which are reported to have damaged cocoa plantations in key areas. According to preliminary data, Ghana, which is the second largest producer of cocoa, will harvest an estimated 685,000 tonnes of beans in the season through September. This however represents a decline of about 1.05 million tonnes from the previous year according to persons familiar with the matter who asked not to be identified by Bloomberg. The Ghana Cocobod has earlier projected a crop yield of 950,000 tonnes for the 2022 season but the forecast was impacted by long spells of drought at the start of the planting season.

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Ghana’s Parliament has approved an amount of €14.7 million as a tax waiver on materials and equipment to be imported for the reconstruction of the two road projects in the Western and Bono regions. These roads are the Bechem-TechmantiaAkumandan road (40.4km) and the Tarkwa-Agona Nkwanta road (66km) by Messrs Gabriel CuotoRango Consortium. The tax waivers consist of the Import duties, Import National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), Import Value Add Tax (VAT), EXIM Levy, Special Import Levy and COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy. It would be recalled Parliament on July 29 and July 30, 2020, respectively approved the loan facility agreement between the Government of Ghana (GoG) and the Deutsche Bank, AG for an amount of €147.5 for the reconstruction of portalreportcropGhanaNkwanta(40.4km)Bechem-Techmantia-AkumandantheandtheTarkwa-Agona(66km)roadprojects.issettorecorditslowestyieldforcocoain12years,abyBloomberghassaid.Thesaidthedevelopmentcomes

The International Monetary Fund has revised the growth rate of the global economy to 3.2 percent in 2022, 0.4 percentage point lower than in the April 2022 World Economic Outlook. This is also far lower than the 6.1 percent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) recorded in 2021. Already, Ghana has revised its growth rate to 3.6 percent, from the earlier 5.8 percent. The Fund’s July 2022 Economic Outlook report attributed the slowdown in the growth rate to tightening global financial conditions associated with expectations of steeper interest rate hikes by major central banks to ease inflation pressure, and spillovers from the war in Ukraine. Global inflation has also been revised up due to food and energy prices as well as lingering supply-demand imbalances, and is anticipated to reach 6.6 percent in advanced economies and 9.5 percent in emerging markets and developing economies this year, upward revisions of 0.9 and 0.8 percentage points, respectively.

The Design and Technology Institute (DTI), a world class TVET training institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The MoU is meant to strengthen the implementation of the Precision Quality curriculum. The main aim is to help the university produce excellent professionals in the TVET space. Chief Executive of DTI, Ms. Constance Elizabeth Swaniker said that the action is going to bridge the gap between academia and the world of work. She emphasized on the need for industry professionals to work closely with the universities to train industry-ready students. “Industry will tell you that this is not a training ground, it is the role of the university to train and ensure that our students transition well into the world of work. *Bora Balanced Unit Trust*

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The minister’s comments come in the context of the government considering various ways to deal with health staff shortages that have led to emergency departments across the province closing for hours or days at a time. The Canadian

However, she did not rule outwhen asked - more of a role for private corporations to deliver public services, which already happens in Ontario’s system. Jones says Ontario should not be afraid of innovation.

Ontario’s health minister is emphasizing that people in the province will always be able to access health care without paying out of pocket, a day after she came under fire for refusing to rule out further privatization in the Interimsystem.NDP Leader Peter Tabuns asked Sylvia Jones in question period if the minister thinks patients should start paying for care they now receive asof right. She responded by saying access to health-care through OHIP cards “is never going to change.”

OHIPsaysministerOntarioPresshealthhealth-careaccessthroughwon’tchangeLifeexpectancyinAfricagrows10yearsWHO

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Group picture with Ga Mantse at the airport

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H M R King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse visits Toronto and observes Homowo in Malton Park By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON

Nii Nai Wulomo leading Manchemei & Mantsemei Sprinkling of Kpekple by Nii Kwei Aku V (Toronto Ga Mantse)

Ga Mantse sitting in state H.E. Anselm Sowah (2L) and Manyemei & Mantsemei

Nii Nai Wulomo and his entourage Entering the durbar grounds Ga Adangbe members at the durbar grounds He was given a rousing welcome befitting a King at the Pearson International Airport on July 27, 2022. Ghana High Commissioner to Canada H.E. Anselm Sowah and some staff of the Ghana Consulate were on hand to welcome Ga Mantse and his entourage. During his stay, he visited Niagara Falls and held talks with the mayor. He also had business meeting with Brampton mayor Patrick Brown. His cousin Bishop Bob Tacky organized a royal birthday party for the King. He observed Homowo in Malton on July 31, 2022.

Ga Mantse (With a garland) H.E. Anselm Sowah (2L) Lady Peju (L)

Nii Odoi Yemoh greeting Ga Mantse

sumptuous dinner was served followed by the cutting of the royal birthday cake after prayer by Bishop Bob Tacky. Bishop Tacky and Rev. Lady Phidelia Tacky and others then helped King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II to cut his royal birthday cake. Bishop Bob Tacky was honored with a medal gift

Bishop Bob Tacky fetes King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga MantseBy Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON from Ga Mantse. He accepted the gift and then consecrated the medal. Afterwards the Ghanaian Canadian Association of Ontario (GCAO) presented Ga Mantse with a special gift followed by Ga Adangbe Association of KingToronto.Tackie Teiko Tsuru urged the audience to stay united to enable them progress exponentially Afterwards Wogbejeke was played as the people swayed their bodies. The floor was then opened for people to wish Ga Mantse happy birthday after which a group picture with HRM was taken. Thanks to Heaven’s banquet Hall team, Lady Peju and all those who made the celebration successful. Rev. Lady Phidelia Tacky, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Bishop Bob Tacky

A group picture with Ga Mantse

Bishop Tacky & Rev. Lady Phidelia Tacky Ga Mantse cutting the royal birthday cake

Presentation of gift by GCAO GCAO delegation at the event

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Bishop Bob Tacky, Presiding Bishop of Impact Lives Church organized a birthday party for H. R. M King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse his cousin in TheToronto.event took place on Tuesday 2nd August, 2022 at the Heavens Banquet Hall and Convention Centre, 1274 Martin Grove, Etobicoke.KingTackie Teiko Tsuru II and his entourage entered the hall amid thunderous ovation as people took their cell phones to take pictures of HRM. Bishop Bob Tacky, the host then prayed for the commencement of the birthday party. The MC for the event, Emmanuel Quaye took the opportunity to introduce the invited guests to the Ga Mantse after which his entourage were also introduced by Lawrence Anyetei Adjei, Director Business Investment & Development Directorate for the Ga Traditional Area who accompanied the Ga Mantse on his visit to Thereafter,Toronto.

By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON Fr. Matthias Amuzu blessing the congregation Fr. Matthias being blessed by Fr. Connick Clergy at the reception Fr. Amuzu with Christian Mothers & Fathers Jim Karygiannis, Thomas Saras & Jeremy

By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON

National Ethnic Press & Media Council of Canada Celebrates Canada Day

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The Greek Community Centre on 30 Thorncliffe Park Drive, Toronto East was the venue of Canada Day 2022 celebration hosted by the National Ethnic Press & Media Council of Canada (NEPMCC). The event took place on Friday July 8th, One2022.of the highlights of the celebration was the honor of Hon. Victor Maligoudis, Consul General of Greece for his support to the Greek community and the Greek Canadian press. He was given a plaque and medal by NEPMCC for his Thecontribution.celebration was sponsored by GTA Strategies, led by Jim Karygiannis and Jeremy Beamer. The Consul General for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, Brenda Foreman, was a guest as well as MPP for ScarboroughAgincourt Aris Babikian (a NEPMCC member). As usual there were lots of food, drinks and music. The MC was Roberto Haussman.

Fr. Amuzu is currently the Spiritual Director of Catholic Charismatic Renewal Centre, Toronto. A reception followed after the mass at the Parish Hall Fr. Matthias Amuzu Celebrates 25th Silver Jubilee of Priestly Ordination

A thanksgiving mass for Rev. Fr. Matthias Yaw Kotoka Amuzu in celebration of his 25th Silver jubilee of priestly ordination was held at the St. Andrews Catholic Church, 2547 Kipling Avenue, Etobicoke. It was held on Sunday July 17, 2022 with Fr. Ben Croix of Ottawa delivering the Fr.homily.Alex osei, Fr. Anthony Adusei, Fr. Peter Ssekajugo, Fr. Joe Connjick, Fr. Mbugua Williams, Deacon Joseph Owusu-Afriyie and Mother Superior Mary Bernadette (Ottawa) were on hand to support Fr. Matthias’ celebration. A delegation from the Ghanaian-Canadian Association of Ontario (GCAO) and Nananom from the community also attended. Parishioners from other Catholic parishes also came to celebrate with Fr. Matthias.

BeamerPresentation of plaque to Hon. Victor Malgoudis (middle) Toronto City Councilor Nick Mantas(r) Tom Saras MC Roberto Hausman(l)& Chef

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Kristian Oboh’s 1st birthday with parents Kristian Oboh was baptized at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 940 North Park Drive, Bramalea, Brampton on Sunday June 12, 2022. The officiating minister was Rev. Mr. Larry Shaw (Deacon). Kristian celebrated his 1st birthday on Saturday June 11 in Brampton. His parents are Ken Oboh and Denise Donkor. His Godparents are Kofi & Irene Peprah and Ms. Sandra Anin. On Saturday 4th June 2022 at the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, 2547 Kipling Avenue, Etobicke was the venue of the Feast of the Ugandan Martyrs. It was celebrated by His Eminence Cardinal Thomas Christopher Thomas Collins, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of TheToronto.Uganda Martyrs are a group of 22 Catholic and 23 Anglican converts to Christianity in the historical kingdom of Buganda, now part of Uganda, who executed between 31 January 1885 and 27 January 1887. They were killed on the orders of Mwanga II, the Kabaka of Buganda. The host pastor was Fr. Peter Ssekajugo imc. The Ugandan Ambassador to Canada, H.E. Joy Ruth Acheng was also in attendance as well as over 15 priests including Fr. Alex Osei CSSp, Fr. George Kibura Njuguna, Fr. Anthony Adusei, Fr. George Amaro and Rev Mr. Joseph Owusu-Afriyie. It was followed by a reception at the Parish hall. The St. Andrew’s parish has parishioners from over 60 countries.

By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON Kristian Oboh & family after baptism Cardinal Collins with priests at St. Andrews

The feast of Ugandan Martyrs held at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church 1st Birthday and Baptism of Kristian Oboh

The marriage blessing of Mr. Kwabena Ofori and Mrs. Agnes Ofori was held at St. Andrews Roman Catholic Church, 2547 Kipling Avenue on Saturday July 9th, 2022. The officiating minister was Father Alex Osei

Ezra Marfo was born in June of 2020 in a small Albertan town. In 2021, Ezra was diagnosed with a rare form of Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML). He has been on admission at both the Stollery in Edmonton and the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary for more than a year. The difficult-to-treat cancer requires a stem cell transplant as part of the treatment. Unfortunately, with very few Black Africans on the donor list, no complete match has been found for him. His dad was found to be only a partial match and became a donor in September of 2021. After uncountable rounds of chemo, radiation and other treatments, Ezra has relapsed and urgently requires another stem cell transplant for the chance to survive. His condition is getting worse by the day and your help is needed to save him. Ezra's favorite song is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and he loves to play with toy cars. Can Ezra count on you? Unfortunately, less than 1% of the Canadian Blood Services’ Stem Cell Registry is made up of people of African descent making it hard for patients like Ezra to find a match.

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The Late Elizabeth D. Mensah formation and journey. The Leadership and members of the congregation could not hide their excitement about the feast they have achieved together as a community of faith. In his sermon, the Rev. Nyarko preached on the theme, “Under Compulsion to Preach the Gospel” referencing from I Corinthians 9:16-17 And Ezekiel 3:17-21. He said, Paul was dealing with the call to preach. The compulsion is in the call. That’s what drives all God-called individuals that have been called by God. “Woe is me if I preach not the gospel!” This same call gripped the soul of Jonah. Once he had thought he could flee his call. But his stay in the whale’s belly, in what he himself called, “the belly of hell” had left its indelible mark upon him. He concluded by saying, “Please I don’t want to be held accountable for your blood. Don’t be the reason I will perish. As your minister, I will preach because I am under compulsion to do that. It is true that some men are in the ministry, but they are not following Christ and they are not even Christians. Let’s be proud of our calling as Christians than our church name… cont’d from pg. 18

The Ghana Calvary Methodist United Church held a post ordination thanksgiving services in honor of their Minister

Late Brempong Adu-Gyamfi 1 AnniversaryYear A thanksgiving mass was held to commemorate the 1st anniversary of Mr. Brempong AduGyamfi by family at the St. Andrews Catholic Church on Sunday July 10th 2022. It's been 5 years since your painful departure but your love is still our guide. Afia, the boys, your brothers & sisters love and cherish the many memories. We love you!! Rest in perfect peace Maa Elizabeth D. Mensah 1950-2017 Elizabeth D. Mensah Never Forgotten

Rev. Eric Nyarko with wife Blessing Serwaa Kuffour and children

By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto,

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Kwesi Eduful mourning his mother

Akatakyie Owusu-Ansah Afriyie & Okyeman entourage Nana Gyamfi & Asanteman entourage

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The life of Madam Mary Ekua Arthur was celebrated at the Manhyia Palace, 95 Eddystone Avenue, Toronto. She was the mother of James Kwesi Eduful a.k.a Shatta. It was held on Saturday July 30th,

42 The Ghanaian News July 2022 In Canada call: 416-844-9161

Awards Criteria and Selection Process

1. National honour: A community member whose work/contributions have been recognized nationally in Canada and thus brought recognition and pride to our community.

3. Professional Excellence: A continuous display of professional competence and excellence, devoid of any ethical violations in a person’s professional field or practice which can serve as a model for other professionals in our community.

6. Music, Arts and Entertainment/Firm Production: Individual or group artistes living in Canada who have consistently excelled and promoted Ghanaian music, Arts or other entertainment activities to international recognition levels over the past five years.

7. Sports: A consistent performance and achievement in the sports sector which has won nation-wide recognition and thus brought honour to our community.

2. Community Service/Voluntarism: Persons who have consistently volunteered their time for a minimum of two years to a project or cause in our community or the larger Canadian society which has contributed to the quality of life of our community and/or Canadian society.

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4. Academic Excellence: Top class performance in academic pursuits at various levels of the educational ladder from High Schools, Colleges (CEGEP in Quebec), University or vocational/Professional training.

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The Annual Ghanaian-Canadian Achievement Awards a celebration of Excellence Honoring our Community Achievers

This year’s (2022) presentation recognizes achievements in the following areas:

Cultural Promotion: An individual, group or organization which has worked consistently to promote Ghanaian culture for visible recognition in Canadian society.

form to: The

9. Community Business Pioneers: Individuals or groups whose pioneering efforts in the business sector have spurred on and motivated other community members to venture into the business field. Form I wish to nominate: nomination Awards Selection Committee, c/o The Ghanaian News Corporation, 1111 Albion Rd. #103, Etobicoke, Ont. Fax: 416-916-6701, Email: awards@ghanaiannews.ca

8. Religion: Church groups or Religious organizations that have promoted religious and moral values in our community over the past five years.

Deadline for nominations: August 30, 2022

44 The Ghanaian News July 2022 In Montreal at: Place of Worship: 6870 Rue de Terreborne, Montreal, Que, H4B 1C5 Day and Time of Worship Sunday Divine Service: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday Prayer Meetings: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Contact: Rev. Joshua C. Doughan - 514-542-0871 PLACES OF WORSHIP DIRECTORY The Superintendents Minister-In-Charge invites you to worship with us Toronto Society Place of Worship: 69 Milvan Drive, North York, Ont. (Finch Av./Milvan) 416-743-4555 (Office) 905-216-2323 (Residence) Ghana Methodist Churches in Canada ( SOCIETIES UNDER THE GHANA METHODIST CONFERENCE) Very Rev. Joseph Owusu Minister-in-chargeAtuahene Hamilton Society Stoney Creek United Church (Chapel) 1 King Street West, Stoney Creek, Contact:Hamilton289-244-5914, 289-700-6815, 289-698-1388 Very Reverend Albert K. Appiah, Day and Time of Worship: Sunday: Bible Class Meeting: 10:00 a.m. - 10.30 a.m. Church Service: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Jericho Hour Prayer Meeting - 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-day Prayer - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friday: Bible Teaching/Prayer Meeting 8:00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Saturday Organizational Meeting: 6.30 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. Sunday Brampton Prayer Meeting 8:00 p.m.Edmonton VancouverOttawa587-336-1223MethodistMethodist613-823-2291Methodist416-833-1615 SERVICES ARE CONDUCTED FOLLOWING THE TRADITIONAL GHANA METHODIST LITURGY. PLEASE COME AND JOIN US. WE HAVE A PLACE FOR YOU. GOD RICHLY BLESS YOU Redemption Methodist Church Location: 955 Wilson Ave., Unit 12, North York, ON Weekly Service Schedule: Monday 7 pm - 8 pm Online Bible Study: Thursday 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Prayer Meeting Friday 7:30 pm - 9 pm Divine Service, Sundays 10 am - 12:30 pm Contacts: Agnes Donkor - 647-881-4808, Felicia Owusu - 647-533-1093, Grace Kubi - 647-608-5373 BETHANY CHURCH-BRAMPTONMETHODIST PLACE OF WORSHIP1A KNIGHTSBRIGE ROAD (Senior’s Lounge) Sunday Divine FelixOnline2PM-5PMServicePrayerMeetingFridaysat8PM-9PM416-800-4317Code#9632581Contact:RobertFrans(289-541-5579)Gyimah(289-931-8443)

Bringing the Gospel to our Community By Rev. Isaac De-Graft Takyi

This month we want to consider the question of “How to Live in the Holy Spirit.” The emphasis will be on the “Baptism in the Holy Spirit.” It is essential to know that God the Holy Spirit lives in every Christian. However, the Bible also teaches that we can be filled with the Holy Spirit and receive an extra amount of power for service. We shall utilize a question-and-answer method. Kindly make time to read the scriptural references for clarity and understanding. What does the Bible say on the Baptism of the Holy Spirit?

5. What are the conditions to receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit?(a) Turning from our sin—Repentance. (b) An openness to receive.

THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE OLD TESTAMENT In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit would come upon certain people to empower them for service. However, the Holy Spirit did not come upon all people and permanently stay with them as in the New Covenant. Moses received the Law from God and was empowered by the Holy Spirit. At one point, God decided to empower some elders as well so that Moses would have others to share the burden of leading the people. (Numbers 11:2429, Numbers 24:2)

3. What happened to the disciples when they were filled with the Holy Spirit? They began to speak in other tongues (Acts 2:14-21)

10. Does God show favoritism? No—The Holy Spirit isfor all

4. What was Moses’ reaction to the Holy Spirit coming upon the elders and in answer to Joshua’s request? He knew what was happening and wished all people would experience what they were experiencing. That all of us God’s people will be prophets. The prophethood of all believers THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE NEW TESTAMENTActs1:4-8

4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” 6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”

11. How did the Jewish believers know that the gift of the Holy Spirit was poured upon the Gentiles? Heard them speaking in tongues and exalting and praising God Note Speaking in tongues is the Biblical pattern for those who are baptized in the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is not tongues. Speaking in tongues is the initial physical signof being baptized in the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is God. The Holy Spirit is a Person. This experience will provide you with a new power for Christian service. While there is only one baptism in the Holy Spirit, there are many fillings. (Ephesians 5:18-20)

Conclusion We should unceasingly seek to be filled with the Holy Spirit. We can simply go to God in prayer and ask Him to fill us with His Spirit as we surrender our lives to Him. God wants the best for each of His children and desires for us to be empowered by the Holy Spirit for service. God also desires that the fruit of the Spirit be evident in our lives. CHRISTIAN IN 2022: LIVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT (THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT)

24 So Moses went out and told the people what the Lord had said. He brought together seventy of their elders and had them stand around the tent. 25 Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke with him, and he took some of the power of the Spirit that was on him and put it on the seventy elders. When the Spirit rested on them, they prophesied—but did not do so again.26 However, two men, whose names were Eldad and Medad, had remained in the camp. They were listed among the elders but did not go out to the tent. Yet the Spirit also rested on them, and they prophesied in the camp. 27 A young man ran and told Moses, “Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp.”

1. What new baptism did Jesus refer to in Acts 1:5? Baptism in the Spirit

“All experiences convince me, not only that God is ever present: but also, that it is by contact with the Spirit of God that the spirit of man reaches its highest and its best” Right Honorable Lord Denning.

28 Joshua’ son of Nun, who had been Moses’ aide since youth, spoke up and said, “Moses, my lord, stop them!”29 But Moses replied, “Are you jealous for my sake? I wish that all the Lord’s people were prophets and that the Lord would put his Spirit on them! “—Numbers 11:24-29 (NIV) 1. What happened to the elders when the Holy Spirit came upon them? They prophesied 2. What does it mean to prophesy? 3. What do you think was Joshua’s concern?

8. How do we know that there was a visible sign of the Holy Spirit coming upon the Samaritans? Simon wanted to buy the ability so that when he laid hands on people, they would receive.

12. What are we commanded to be filled with?Filled with God’s Spirit

2. What do we receive when the Holy Spirit comes on us? Power to be His witnesses—to tell others about Him and His love (Acts 2:1-13)

7. Why did Peter and John pray for the new believers in Samaria? That they might receive the Holy Spirit. (Acts 8:14-25)

7 He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

4. Who does God promise to pour out His Spirit on in the last days? All people—it can be for every believer (Acts 2:37-39)

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6. Was the promise of the Holy Spirit only for that generation? No—for all generations to come (Acts 2:38-41)

9. Why did Peter say that Simon could have no part in the act of laying on of hands? His heart and attitude were not right (Acts 10:34-46)

13. When a person is drunk, they are said to be under the influence or control of alcohol.In contrast,what is the result of being filled with the Holy Spirit?Under God’s control and influence with a heart of gratitude (Galatians 5:16-25)

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14. The fruit of the Spirit is the best evidence that we are walking in the Spirit. List the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:22- 23. Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

46 The Ghanaian News July 2022 ASSEMBLYEVANGELOFGODCHURCHChurchActivities Sunday School: 10a.m. -11:00a.m. Church Service: 11a.m. - 1:30p.m. Sunday Evening: 7p.m. - 8:30p.m. Wednesday Bible Studies: 7p.m. - 8:30p.m. Friday Prayer Meeting: 7p.m. - 9:00p.m. 314 Rexdale Blvd. Etobicoke, Ont. M9W 1R6 Pastor in Charge Rev. Milton Offei Tel: 416-242-7950 Fax: 416-242-8573 I AM ALPHA & OMEGA MINISTRY INT'L We invite you to worship with us Church Service: Sunday Worship: 10.00a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Studies: 6.00p.m. - 7.30 p.m. Friday Prayer Meeting: 7.00p.m. - 9.00 p.m. 100 Penn Drive, Unit #6, North York, Ont. Bishop John Mensah JESUS Loves You Tel: 416-419-6671 NEW LOCATION

Before leaving Tamale, Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield met with peacemakers in Northern Region, including representatives of the National Peace Council. On her return to Accra, she met with President Nana Akufo-Addo to commend him on Ghana’s leadership in the region as well as on the United Nations Security DistributedCouncil. by APO Group on behalf of U.S. Embassy in Ghana.

Be transformed by the renewing of your mind… “Rom.12:2a

Friday Night Prayer: 8p.m.-10p.m. CHRIST REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor-in-charge: Pastor Eric Amoah Location: 14 Haas Rd. , #100, Etobicoke, ON, M9W 3A2 Tel: (416) 748-1242 Cell: (416) 300-9970

The thief cometh not , but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.11.l am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. Amen. John 10 :10-11 Tel: 416 667-9763 cell 647 500-4415 / 647 718-4819 / 416 300-4258 Email:pastorjsarfo@gmail.com

COME AND YOU WILL BE BLESSEDPastor Dennis Awuku Senior Pastor Assembly of God Church, Mississauga Transformation Centre

Pastor Eric Amoah She also planted a peace tree during her tour of KAIPTC. More here.

continuing support for peacekeeping missions worldwide.

Winding up her day in Accra, she visited the Artists Alliance, where she toured the center with renowned Ghanaian artist Prof. Ablade Glover. On her second day in Ghana, Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield traveled to the Northern Region to meet with government and civil society leaders, as well as talk to local farmers about their challenges this growing season. Meeting with Northern Regional Minister Shani Alhassan Saibu, the two discussed Ghana’s leadership in regional security and USAID’s development and community resilience projects in northern Ghana. More here. Following her visit with the Northern Regional Minister, Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield made a short visit to Tamale’s Aboabo Market, where she talked with women vendors about their current challenges, the rising price of food, and the local economic environment.

At her next stop in Tamale, Thomas-Greenfield visited Song-Ba Empowerment Center and its founder, Rhoda Kadoa Wedam. Rhoda is a 2021 alumna of the Mandela Washington Fellowship. The Song-Ba Empowerment Center provides vocational training for young women and mothers, giving them new economic opportunities and allowing them to support their families, pay for school, or raise their children. Song-Ba’s weaving operations employs more than 30 women, who learn how to make “fugu” fabric that is used to make Tamale’s famous smocks.

Ambassador Linda ThomasGreenfield highlights food security, United States - Ghana partnership in visit cont’d from pg. 12

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“I would like to state, Mr. President, that the narrative that the Russians have used in dealing with the situation and suggests that sanctions the US has on Russia is the cause of food insecurity crisis and that could be far from the truth. We have no sanctions on Russian agricultural products, no sanctions on fertilizers, no sanctions on their wheat, and we have indicated that we are prepared to work with them and we support the Secretary General’s efforts to finding a way to get Ukrainian wheat and Ukrainian fertilizer and Russia fertilizer to the market initiative, that’s the Secretary General-led”

The United States’ Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda ThomasGreenfield, has lauded Ghana’s President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for his exemplary contribution to the peace and security in the West African Region, as well as Ghana’s role on the UN Security Council. In a meeting with President Akufo-Addo at Jubilee House, on Saturday, 6th August 2022, the US Ambassador to the United Nations expressed the gratitude of the United States of America to President Akufo-Addo for his sterling efforts in peace building. “I have come to express our gratitude to Ghana for your leadership here in the Region, but also for your leadership in the Security Council and the close collaboration that we have been able to forge with your permanent representative in the peace and security challenges that we face every day in the Security SheCouncil”also praised Ghana’s solid relationship with the United States over the years, stating that “Ghana has been a stalwart and steadfast partner to the United States, and we are very much appreciated the opportunity to work with you.” She also expressed the support of the US to President Akufo-Addo in tackling security related issues in West Africa as Chairman of “WeECOWAS.alsowant to express to you our strong support for your efforts in dealing with the situation here in the region as President of ECOWAS, the very tough, sometimes decisions that you have had to make to deal with situations in the region, particularly as it relates to Mali” On the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Linda Thomas-Greenfield had this to “Mrsay.President, on Ukraine, as you know and you’ve heard, the President, as well as the Secretary of State and myself are deeply concerned by the growing crisis caused by the war in Ukraine. We believe it’s a war of choice that was made by (President) Putin, his disproportionate actions in terms of attacks on civilian infrastructure and this war has had a very significant impact on the continent of Africa, including Ghana,” she said Touching on the food crisis on the continent in general and Ghana in particular, the US envoy said that “I had an opportunity to talk with farmers in Tamale today, and hear from them some of the challenges they’re facing in the agricultural sector. They are not able to access fertilizer and, of course, the high price of petrol has had a huge impact on them, and they are planting about 40% of what they planted in the past. We have responded to this crisis throughout the continent of Africa. We have had to continue to work with you to address the rising food insecurity challenge”

She also dismissed the narrative being pushed by Russia that the food crisis across the world is as a result of sanctions the US has placed on the European giant.

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She also expressed concerns about the security situations in Mali and the refusal by authorities in the country not to adhere to initiatives aimed at bringing lasting peace into the country. Linda Thomas-Greenfield said that the US welcomes any advice President Akufo-Addo might give them in order to deal decisively with the Malian crisis. APO Group on behalf of The Presidency, Republic of Ghana.

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But keeping eyes forward at the same time can be a good idea. McLaughlin says if you’re nearing the five-year mark, it’s worth it to assess where you are, and look at what else may be out

These salary incentives are among the reasons many people in countries including the US and UK – especially young workers – are currently changing jobs instead of sticking with a single employer.

Beyond the opinions of hiring managers, staying put too long can also have adverse effects on workers, particularly regarding salary. For many employees, there are plenty of opportunities to gain bumps in pay while staying within a single organisation, as long as there’s a culture of upward mobility – people don’t necessarily have to change employers to see their pay progress at least somewhat. Yet staying in a job too long can potentially hurt earning potential, even if it doesn’t hamper jobtitle Regulargrowth.promotion within the same organisation can mean employees climb the job title ladder just as rapidly as someone who jumps from job to job, says McLaughlin. Yet even if they receive regular raises, staying put can mean less money. A 2022 US survey conducted by the payroll company ADP show people who switched jobs saw, on average, close to 2% more annual wage growth than their former colleagues who stuck around.

Daniela Roessler and her colleagues trained cameras on baby jumping spiders at night to find out. The footage showed patterns that looked a lot like sleep cycles: The spiders’ legs twitched and parts of their eyes flickered.

For instance, lots of movement within a single company can mitigate some of the negatives associated with staying put. “If you’re somewhere 15 years, but you’ve moved up levels every couple of years, that’s like changing jobs,” says McLaughlin. That makes a lot of time spent at the same company much more palatable, because it implies you’ve gotten lots of varied experience over those years, he says. On the other hand, he adds, “if you’ve been somewhere 15-plus years, and you’ve had one job title, that can be a worry, unless you’re at the very top of your game with nowhere else to climb”. If you’ve been somewhere 15-plus years, and you’ve had one job title, that can be a worry, unless you’re at the very top of your game with nowhere else to climb – Jamie McLaughlin A worker’s industry can make a difference, too. Some career paths do call for staying put for a decade or more to accrue necessary tenure for a new job title. “If you’re an accountant or a lawyer,” says McLaughlin, “I don’t think there’s as much negative connotation if you’ve been somewhere 10 or 15 years, moved up and made partner. In those professions, that’s pretty much the route you take.”

Do spiders sleep? Study suggests they may snooze like humans

want to make sure your role has evolved with your life; that’s really the benchmark,” he says. “And every five years or so you should be opening the door, just to see what your options might be. Just because you’re having conversations with people doesn’t mean you’re unhappy or you’re changing jobs. You’re just doing due diligence on your career.” BBC

It’s a question that keeps some scientists awake at night: Do spiders sleep?

Other animals, including some birds and mammals, have been shown to experience REM sleep. But creatures like the jumping spider haven’t gotten as much attention so it wasn’t known if they got the same kind of sleep, said Roessler, an evolutionary biologist at the University of Konstanz in Germany.

“If you found somewhere you love,” says McLaughlin, “and you’re comfortable there, you feel you’re looked after there, and you’re paid well and respected, you don’t need to move just for the sake of it.”

Tenure at a job is vital for appealing to future employers – that’s the prevailing narrative in the workforce, even though many workers frequently change jobs and have for years. Still, some employees worry about leaving a job before they’ve put in at least a year or even more, in fear that recruiters will admonish them for not sticking with a role, or even judge them as someone who can’t hold down a position. In ways, it makes sense that the stalwart ‘company man’ – someone who knuckles down at a single organisation for years, if not their entire career –remains on a pedestal. After all, they’re revered for staying power and focus, loyalty and commitment. These are all desirable qualities in a potential hire. But some experts say there actually can be such a thing as too much staying power. “There are a lot of positive connotations about longevity in a role, but there is a fair degree of negativity as well,” says Jamie McLaughlin, CEO of New York-based recruiting company Monday AlthoughTalent.there’s plenty to be said for having extended experience – and lots of benefits that can come from digging in your heels with one employer –spending too long in one role may work against people in some cases. Some recruiters feel there’s a ‘tipping point’ at which loyalty can potentially signal complacency. And even for those not applying for jobs, there may be other reasons to start looking around after a while. The tipping point There is plenty of truth to the idea that a long stay at a company is generally looked upon favourably. It’s an indication of expertise, says McLaughlin – a safe bet that someone who’s been successful in a position for a long time really knows their stuff –and of company loyalty. It also shows workers have figured out what they want out of a role, he adds. For some employers, however, there is a point at which staying in one place can start to reflect poorly on a worker. “Eight, nine, 10 years, that’s fantastic,” he says. “But 15, 17, 19 years... there’s a big difference there. I think there is a window where the balance kind of tips a little bit.” For instance, being in one position for that long can signal that professional development has stalled, or that workers have a smaller network. “If you’ve only been in one industry, in one business, it can make you a little bit one-dimensional,” says McLaughlin. “From a hiring manager’s perspective, I’d question how diverse is their learning and development style? Are they willing to take risks or are they risk averse? Are they dynamic enough? You might look at that and go, how motivated is this person? Why haven’t they wanted to move?”

That stands in stark contrast to, say, creative professions, where he argues moving around is often the best way to further skills and open career options. “When you move from one agency or team to another, your network changes, your client base changes, your boss changes, your learning and development changes. You’re exposed to new challenges, new people, new Plus,ideas.” says Kropf, the world is constantly changing – and employees must keep up with new technology to stay competitive. Workers whose jobs evolve and offer them new skills don’t can get left behind. The compensation factor

The researchers described this pattern as a “REM sleep-like state.” In humans, REM, or rapid eye movement, is an active phase of sleep when parts of the brain light up with activity and is closely linked with dreaming.

The research showed the spiders’ overnight movements looked a lot like REM in other species, she said - like dogs or cats twitching in their sleep. And they happened in regular cycles, similar to sleep patterns in humans.

Claudia B Kropf, vice president of human resources at the USbased National Automobile Dealers Association, and founder of HR consultancy Monday’s Row, agrees lengthy tenure can make hiring managers wonder if a worker lacks ambition. She believes “the biggest drawback of remaining in a position too long, is getting comfortable with the status quo”, which could make a prospective employer worry someone might be too entrenched in one company’s culture to quicky adapt to “Someone’sanother. been somewhere 15, 20 years, and you have to wonder, are they institutionalised?” says McLaughlin. “Are they just part of the furniture? How adaptable can they really be?” These questions, combined with existing biases about the inadaptability of older workers, has the potential to be Ofdamaging.course, notes Kropf, these judgements are entirely subjective – there’s no universal answer to how all hiring managers will judge longtenured employees. “One person may see loyalty in 15-plus years of service,” she says, “whereas another may see apathy.” It may be up to the applicant, then, to paint that long tenure as a strength, rather than a weakness. Exceptions to the rule Although there may be red flags around longevity, there are also nuances buried within the number of years on a CV.

Many species similar to spiders actually don’t have movable eyes, which makes it hard to compare their sleep cycles, explained study co-author Paul Shamble, an evolutionary biologist at Harvard University. But these jumping spiders are predators that move their retinas around to change their gaze while they hunt, Shamble said. Plus, the young spiders have a see-through outer layer that gives a clear window into their bodies. “Sometimes as a biologist, you just get really, really lucky,” Shamble said. The researchers still have to figure out if the spiders are technically sleeping while they’re in these resting states, Roessler said. That includes testing whether they respond more slowly - or not at all - to triggers that would normally set them off. Critters like the jumping spider are very far from humans on the evolutionary tree. Jerry Siegel, a sleep researcher who was not involved with the study, said he’s doubtful that the spiders can really experience REM sleep. “There may be animals that have activity in quiet states,” said Siegel, of the UCLA Center for Sleep Research. “But are they REM sleep? It’s hard to imagine that they could be the same Butthing.”Barrett Klein, an entomologist at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse who was also not involved with the study, said it was exciting to find REMlike signs in such a distant relative. Many questions remain about how widespread REM sleep is and what purpose it might serve for species, he REMsaid. sleep is “still very much a black box,” Klein said. The Associated Press

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This is especially the case amid the current tight labour market, as employers are offer big incentives to bring talent into their organisations. A 2022 survey of more than 2,600 workers in the US by research organisation The Conference Board showed 20% of people who changed jobs during the pandemic saw a 10% to 20% pay increase, and nearly a third of those surveyed got an even bigger bump – over 30% more than they previously made. The pattern is similar in the UK, where job switchers also reaped wage benefits

Their findings were published Monday in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Roessler and her team dug into the sleep question after she discovered the spiders hanging at night from threads of silk in their lab containers. She had recently scooped up some jumping spiders to study, a common species with a furry brown body and four pairs of big eyes. “It was just the most unusual thing I’ve ever seen,” Roessler said of the suspended spiders.

To stay or to go? Even with all this in mind, however, workers shouldn’t necessarily go running from their long-standing jobs. While there are valid considerations as to whether sticking it out in a position is the best idea, it’s also important that employees are happy.

Most people who are diagnosed with high blood pressure will eventually require medication to control it in order to avoid complications such as heart attack or stroke. However not everybody needs a drug prescription right away and many people can lower their blood pressure by making some lifestyle changes. In this article we will discuss 10 lifestyle changes, that can lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heartLifestyledisease.plays an important role in treating your high blood pressure. If you successfully control your blood pressure with a healthy lifestyle, you may avoid, delay or reduce the need for medication. Here are 10 lifestyle changes you can make to lower your blood pressure and keep it down.

8. Reduce your stress Stress or anxiety can temporarily increase blood pressure. Take some time to think about what causes you to feel stressed, such as work, family, finances or illness. Once you know what’s causing your stress, consider how you can eliminate or reduce stress. If you can’t eliminate all of your stressors, you can at least cope with them in a healthier way. Take breaks for deep-breathing exercises. Get a massage or take up yoga or meditation. If self-help doesn’t work, seek out a professional for counseling.

If you drink more than moderate amounts of it, alcohol can actually raise blood pressure by several points. It can also reduce the effectiveness of high blood pressure medications. Consider tapering off. If you’re a heavy drinker, suddenly eliminating all alcohol can actually trigger severe high blood pressure for several days. So when you stop drinking, do it with the supervision of your doctor or taper off slowly, over one to two weeks.

The role caffeine plays in blood pressure is still debatable. Drinking caffeinated beverages can temporarily cause a spike in your blood pressure, but it’s unclear whether the effect is temporary or long lasting. To see if caffeine raises your blood pressure, check your pressure within 30 minutes of drinking a cup of coffee or another caffeinated beverage you regularly drink. If your blood pressure increases by five to 10 points, you may be sensitive to the blood pressure raising effects of Regardlesscaffeine.ofyour sensitivity to caffeine’s effects, doctors recommend you drink no more than 200 milligrams a day — about the amount in two cups of coffee.

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2. Exercise regularly Regular physical activity — at least 30 to 60 minutes most days of the week — can lower your blood pressure by 4 to 9 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). And it doesn’t take long to see a difference. If you haven’t been active, increasing your exercise level can lower your blood pressure within just a few Ifweeks.you have prehypertension (systolic pressure between 120 and 139 or diastolic pressure between 80 and 89), exercise can help you avoid developing fullblown hypertension. If you already have hypertension, regular physical activity can bring your blood pressure down to safer Talklevels.to your doctor about developing an exercise program. Your doctor can help determine whether you need any exercise restrictions. Even moderate activity for 10 minutes at a time, such as walking and light strength training, can help. But avoid being a “weekend warrior.”

4. Reduce sodium in your diet

 Don’t add salt. Just 1 level teaspoon of salt has 2,300 mg of sodium. Use herbs or spices, rather than salt, to add more flavor to your foods.  Ease into it. If you don’t feel like you can drastically reduce the sodium in your diet suddenly, cut back gradually. Your palate will adjust over time.

 Read food labels. If possible, choose low-sodium alternatives of the foods and beverages you normally buy.  Eat fewer processed foods. Potato chips, frozen dinners, bacon and processed lunch meats are high in sodium.

 Asian men are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 36 inches (90 cm).  Asian women are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 32 inches (80 cm).

Even a small reduction in the sodium in your diet can reduce blood pressure by 2 to 8 mm Hg. Most healthy adults need only between 1,500 and 2,400 milligrams (mg) of sodium a day. But if you have high blood pressure, aim for less than 1,500 mg of sodium a day.

5. Limit the amount of alcohol you drink Alcohol can be both good and bad for your health. In small amounts, it can potentially lower your blood pressure by 2 to 4 mm Hg. But that protective effect is lost if you drink too much alcohol — generally more than one drink a day for women and more than two a day for men. Also, if you don’t normally drink alcohol, you shouldn’t start drinking as a way to lower your blood pressure. There’s more potential harm than benefit to drinking alcohol.

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6. Avoid tobacco products and secondhand Onsmoketop of all the other dangers of smoking, the nicotine in tobacco products can raise your blood pressure by 10 mm Hg or more for up to an hour after you smoke. Smoking throughout the day means your blood pressure may remain constantly high. You should also avoid secondhand smoke. Inhaling smoke from others also puts you at risk of health problems, including high blood pressure and heart disease.

1. Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline Blood pressure often increases as weight increases. Losing just 10 pounds can help reduce your blood pressure. In general, the more weight you lose, the lower your blood pressure. Losing weight also makes any blood pressure medications you’re taking more effective. You and your doctor can determine your target weight and the best way to achieve Besidesit. shedding pounds, you should also keep an eye on your waistline. Carrying too much weight around your waist can put you at greater risk of high blood pressure. In general:  Men are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 40 inches (102 centimeters, or cm).

9. Monitor your blood pressure at home and make regular doctor’s appointments If you have high blood pressure, you may need to monitor your blood pressure at home. Learning to self-monitor your blood pressure with an upper arm monitor can help motivate .you.10.

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 Don’t binge. Binge drinking — having four or more drinks in a row — can cause large and sudden increases in blood pressure, in addition to other health problems.

Trying to squeeze all your exercise in on the weekends to make up for weekday inactivity isn’t a good strategy. Those sudden bursts of activity could actually be 3.risky.Eat a healthy diet Eating a diet that is rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products and skimps on saturated fat and cholesterol can lower your blood pressure by up to 14 mm Hg. This eating plan is known as the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. It isn’t easy to change your eating habits, but with these tips, you can adopt a healthy diet: Be a smart shopper. Make a shopping list before heading to the supermarket to avoid picking up junk food. Read food labels when you shop, and stick to your healthy-eating plan when you’re dining out, too.  Cut yourself some slack. Although the DASH diet is a lifelong eating guide, it doesn’t mean you have to cut out all of the foods you love. It’s OK to treat yourself occasionally to foods you wouldn’t find on a DASH diet menu, like a candy bar or mashed potatoes with gravy.

 Women are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 35 inches (88 cm).

7. Cut back on caffeine

Get support from family and friends

Supportive family and friends can help improve your health. They may encourage you to take care of yourself, drive you to the doctor’s office or embark on an exercise program with you to keep your blood pressure low. Talk to your family and friends about the dangers of high blood pressure.

If you find you need support beyond your family and friends, consider joining a support group. This may put you in touch with people who can give you an emotional or morale boost and who can offer practical tips to cope with your condition.

To decrease sodium in your diet, consider these tips:  Track how much salt is in your diet. Keep a food diary to estimate how much sodium is in what you eat and drink each day.

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Isaac ‘Royal Storm’ Dogboe vs Joet De Jesus Gonzalez Team Ghana miss out on medal in 4x100m final Team Ghana secures automatic qualification Canada wins 4x100m final Team Ghana finished fifth in the final of the men’s 4x100m relay at the 2022 World Athletics Championship in Oregon.

The Ghanaian quartet chalked a time of 38.07 behind the top three teams, Canada, the United States and Great Britain in that order. The fourth team was Jamaica.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the draw for the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2022 will take place on Friday, June 24 2022, in Maputo, Mozambique. Ghana will be represented by the Black Sharks, who will join Cameroon, Comoros, Cote D’Ivoire, Egypt, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Nigeria, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda, and defending Champions, Black Sharks represent Ghana in Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations The Black Sharks Senegal for the tournament.

Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak could represent Ghana in African Super League as CAF announce $100m worth competition

The Black Sharks of Ghana are in Pot 4 alongside Cameroon, Cote D’Ivoire, and Libya. The draw will kick off at 08:00 GMT and will be live on CAF digital platforms.

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If discussions for a fight against Vargas succeed, Dogboe will be seeking to reclaim the belt he lost to Emmanuel Navarrette back in 2018. www.

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Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak could be Ghana’s representatives in the African Super League, which was officially launched on Wednesday. It was announced at the 44th Ordinary Congress of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in Arusha, Tanzania.

The Beach soccer Africa Cup of Nations will be staged in Mozambique from October 21st-30th, 2022. footballghana.com

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Ghana’s Isaac Dogboe ‘the Royal Storm’ defeated Joet Gonzalez at the Grand Casino Hinckley, USA on Sunday, July 24, 2022, to secure a shot at the world title in the Featherweight division. Dogboe won the WBC final eliminator bout against Gonzalez on a split decision. It was a close contest that did not produce an obvious winner after 10 rounds. The judges, therefore, had to settle Isaac Dogboe defeats Joet Gonzalez in WBC final eliminator the score as Dogboe had the better of Gonzalez. Two of the three judges scored in favour of the Ghanaian. The Royal Storm now has a chance to win another World-title as he could face WBC title holder, Rey Vargas.

CAF will offer $100m in prize money with $11.6m for the winner. CAF also intends to pay each African football association $1m annually from the league’s earnings. There are 54 member associations of CAF. It is not clear whether CAF has finalised the list of clubs, but they will come from 16 different nations with a maximum of three per country. They will play a group competition first, divided into three groups of eight clubs, before the majority of clubs move onto an American-style playoff system, including wildcard berths. CAF plans to continue with its club showpiece Champions League but officials said there were plans to revert back to a two-legged knockout competition, dispensing with the group Thephase.new competition is set to kick start in the 2023-24 season. Kotoko and Hearts of Oak are unquestionably Ghana’s two most powerful clubs. They have both won the African Champions League. Thus, if CAF decides to include Ghana in the new competition, the two clubs are most likely to be chosen to fly the Ghanaian flag.

The Team Ghana quartet included Sean Safo-Antwi, Benjamin Azamati, Emmanuel OduroManu and Joseph Paul Amoah. Ghana secured an automatic qualifying position to the final thanks to Joseph Paul Amoah’s outstanding finish, clocking 8.22 seconds. Amoah’s 8.22 seconds was the best individual time among the heats.

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Ghanaian-Canadian Association Seniors visit Peterborough

By Jonathan Baah Annobil, Toronto, ON was lifted 65 ft high. It was spectacular as the seniors took pictures of the scene and the ongoing actions. After the cruise, the seniors gathered at a park near the waterfront and had some snacks, boarded the coach bus and came back safely. The seniors really had tons of fun and Mrs. Botchway was assisted by untiring Abeiku Vandyke who is the GCAO.SecretaryOrganizingoftheItwas definitely a trip to remember! from pg. 1

Ghanaian-Canadian Law Enforcement Team- runners up Group picture at the Riverview Park & Zoo Alliance FC- Champions of the GCAO Community Cup

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The first annual GCAO Community Cup soccer tournament was held at the WestHumber Park, 1675 Martin Grove on Saturday July 16, 2022. The tournament was sponsored by Reality Capital Management. It was also organized by Emmanuel Quaye, Gabe Odartei and Kingsley Opoku Afriyie. Four teams participated in the tournament. They were Alliance FC, Ghana Union Team, Zumunta Team and The Ghanaian-Canadian Law Enforcement Team (GCLE). After the round robin, Alliance FC and theGCLE team met in the finals with Alliance FC the eventual winners. During the halftime, Ms Michelle Minott, right at home Realty Inc., spoke about “Gender based Violence and Gun violence.” She urged the youth to eschew violence within our community. She added that “as young men you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those around you by staying focused.” annual Ghanaian-Canadian Association of Ontario Community Cup

She ended by saying that “determine in your hearts today, that you will rise above the challenges in your own life to make a difference in someone else’s. You have an opportunity today, to be the one that says to the world, you will put an end to violence of any kind.”

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Group picture of PM with the boutique staff PM talking to a client at the boutique Opoku Ware Old Students Association

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits Ghanaian Community Stores in Montreal

Trudeau at Mama Africa

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PM Trudeau at Marche d’Afrique

PM Trudeau(r) Mrs.Amanin & Nana Kwarteng Amanin PM Trudeau in Nana Kwarteng’s office

The new Executive members of the Disaporan Patriots of Ghana. The elections were held at the SSNIT Guest House in Accra on Wednesday, July 27,2022. The new Chairman is Dr Baffour Adanse-Pipim Nana Kwarteng Amanin is a Ghanaian Canadian Business Icon who has been promoting the rich Ghanaian culture since his arrival in Canada and has received numerous awards for his endeavors, among which was the “Ghanaian News Achievement Award” in 2019. In recognition of his promotion of the Ghanaian culture, he was acclaimed as “Montrealhene” meaning Chief of Ghanaian Community in Montreal many years ago. On September 7, 2019, Oseadieyo Kwarteng Amaninswore the oath of allegiance in public to the Ghanaian community as Omanhene of the Montreal Traditional Council, in presence of Indigenous natives of Quebec, Councillors and other public figures. He is also the Sunyani Kontire Abusuapanin in Ghana.

Opoku Ware Old Students Association (Akatakyie) held its 70th anniversary picnic at 1275 Mississauga Valley Road on Saturday August 6, 2022

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