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Punjabi singer and actor Parmish Verma garners international publicity for his wife, Liberal candidate Guneet (Geet) Grewal THE Liberal Party on August 19 tweeted: “Liberals in Mission– Matsqui–Fraser Canyon have nominated Guneet Grewal as our Team Trudeau candidate. Congratulations, Guneet!” Incidentally, Guneet’s name appears as the shortened form “Geet” on the official Liberal website. That announcement would not have received much attention as such but for the fact that Grewal’s husband, famous Punjabi singer and actor Parmish Verma, tweeted from India: “So proud of my better half !!Congratulations, Guneet, on winning the @liberal party nomination! I’m looking forward to you becoming the next Member of Parliament For Mission-Matsqui-Fraser-Canyon in #Canada. I’m with you all the way. You Got this, babe” along with his photo with Grewal. He also put that up on his Instagram account that has a following of more than 6 million. The Indian media as well as the Punjabi media all around the world then picked up the story as it appears that the revelation that he was married broke the hearts of millions of female fans. “Parmish Verma officially introduces his lady love to the netizens!” said The Times of India. With South Asians comprising 20.7 per cent of the population of the riding, that is sure to help Grewal, especially if the race turns out to be a tight one. The Mission—Matsqui— Fraser Canyon was created by the 2012 federal electoral boundaries redistribution and came into effect in 2015. It was created out of the electoral districts of Pitt Meadows—Maple Ridge—Mission, Abbotsford and Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon. In the 2015 federal election,

Guneet (Geet) Grewal and Parmish Verma. Photo: Twitter Liberal candidate Jati Sidhu defeated his main rival, Conservative’s Brad Vis by just over 1,000 votes (16,625 vs 15,587). However, in the 2019 federal election, Vis defeated Sidhu by more than 7,000 votes (19,535 vs 12,299). Grewal’s campaign manager sent The VOICE the following information about her: “As a young woman of colour inspired by youth action and political activism, Geet Grewal is

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building and managing many of the developments we see today, including Matsqui’s Summit Centre. “In an effort to build on her parent’s legacy and improve the community that has given her and her family so much, Geet seeks to create more opportunities for future newcomers, middleclass Canadians, young families and professionals. Geet has been a long-time supporter of the Liberal party of Canada, she started volunteering on Liberal campaigns at the age of 13. “Growing our economic future, strengthening the middle class, reducing inequalities, and addressing the climate emergency, requires the hard work and political activism of youth. As a young professional, Geet is bold in her commitment to leading our country towards a sustainable future. “Geet holds a Bachelors in Law from the University of Leicester and a Masters in Law from Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom. As we move our country forward in the recovery from the pandemic and a climate crisis, Geet will bring renewed leadership to the riding as she works to earn your vote as the Liberal candidate for MissionMatsqui-Fraser Canyon and move Canada forward.” SO who is Parmish Verma? An article in Hindustan Times stated: “Now a well-known face in the Punjabi pop industry, with hits like ‘Gaal ni kaddni’ and ‘Shada’, Parmish Verma, 31, a Patiala-born boy, has risen to the top after a lot of struggle.” According to that report, Verma failed a hotel management course

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High speed a contributing factor in collision which killed three teenage hockey players, including Ronin Sharma SURREY RCMP announced on Friday that it has been determined that high speed was a factor in the early morning collision in Fraser Heights on August 21 that claimed the lives of three teenage hockey players. The investigation still ongoing. Ronin Sharma, Caleb Reimer and Parker Magnuson — who were members of the Delta Hockey Academy — were killed when their vehicle crashed into a tree in Surrey last week on Saturday. Sgt. Elenore Sturko said that investigators have determined that the vehicle was travelling at a speed significantly greater than the posted speed limit at the time of the collision. The Integrated Collison Analysis and Reconstructive Service (ICARS) and the Surrey RCMP Criminal Collison Investigation Team (CCIT) are continuing to investigate, working cooperatively with the BC Coroner’s Service. Further information is not expected to be released by Surrey RCMP. “The entire community has been greatly impacted by the loss of these three young men,” said Sturko. Our thoughts remain with their friends and family during this difficult time.” Surrey RCMP announced on August 21 that at 2:47 a.m., they along with Emergency Health Services and Surrey Fire Service responded to report of a single vehicle collision into a tree in the 16000-block of 104 Avenue. It was determined that all three occupants of the vehicle were dead. They were identified as three boys who were 16 and 17 years old. Later, Surrey RCMP said that the families of all the victims had been notified.

dent-athletes as they deal with this unthinkable tragedy. … The Delta School District has organized support services and resources for our student-athletes starting tomorrow. Thank you to everyone in the hockey community for sharing your support for our student-athletes during this difficult time,” The National Hockey League on Sunday issued a tweet: “The NHL sends its love and deepest condolences to the families of junior hockey players Caleb Reimer, Ronin Sharma and Parker Magnuson who tragically passed away in a car accident on Saturday. Rest in peace boys.” Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum said in a statement on Saturday: “Three young lives were taken away in this horrible accident. On behalf of Surrey City Council, we send our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the families. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time. I ask that the privacy of the families be respected as they cope with this tragic and sudden loss.”

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“Undoubtedly the community as a whole will be deeply impacted by this heartbreaking loss,” said RCMP Media Relations Officer Cpl. Vanessa Munn. “Support is being offered to the families of the boys and arrangements are being made to offer additional support to the community.” However, the Langley Rivermen Hockey Club last Saturday confirmed that Ronin Sharma, 16, was among the dead. They said in a statement: “The Langley Rivermen have gathered deeply devastating news that Ronin Sharma, a second year player, passed away this morning at the age of 16. We as an entire organization wish the Sharma fam-

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Vancouver Police investigate defacing of Komagata Maru Memorial as possible hate crime VANCOUVER Police are collecting evidence after someone defaced the city’s Komagata Maru Memorial Sunday. Police are treating the troubling incident as a possible hate crime. “Front-line officers and other specially-trained investigators worked throughout the evening yesterday, and will continue to gather evidence in this disturbing crime,” said Sgt. Steve Addison on Monday. “This investigation is a priority, and we are committed to finding out who is responsible and why they did this.” Vancouver Police immediately launched an investigation Sunday, after multiple online and media reports began showing white paint splattered on the memorial, located on the seawall in Coal Harbour. The graffiti, which included multiple white hand-prints, covered the names of people who had been aboard the Komagata Maru when it arrived in Vancouver in 1914, carrying nearly 400 people from India who were denied entry to Canada despite being citizens of the British Empire. “This monument is an important memorial to the people who traveled here seeking a better life and were wrongfully turned away because of racist policies,” added Addison. “It is disheartening that someone could show such disrespect to this important memorial, and we’d like anyone with information to come forward.” Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call 604717-0613. PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau said in a tweet: “The vandalism

and their families. I hope to see those responsible held accountable.” NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh tweeted: “The Komagata Maru represents a painful part of our history. This act of vandalism is wrong and it’s hurtful. This memorial embodies the perseverance and resilience of a community – that will remain long after the paint has been removed.”

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of the Komagata Maru Memorial in Vancouver is a despicable act of hate. The memorial is a reminder of a dark chapter of racism in our history. Acts of hate like this have no place in our country and we will continue to fight against it.” B.C. Premier John Horgan tweeted: “I’m deeply upset and angry about this ignorant act. My

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Mask mandate to reduce transmission, protect people in public spaces THE Province mandated on Tuesday that masks must be worn in all indoor public spaces throughout B.C. from Wednesday (August 25) to help slow the transmission of COVID-19 as B.C. prepares for the fall and respiratory illness season, the Province announced on Tuesday. A new order from the Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry will require people 12 and older to wear masks in indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status. These settings include: * malls, shopping centres, coffee shops and retail and grocery stores; * liquor and drug stores; * airports, city halls, libraries, community and recreation centres; * restaurants, pubs and bars (unless seated); * on public transportation, in a taxi or ride-sharing vehicle; * areas of office buildings where services to the public are provided; * common areas of sport and fitness centres when not engaged in physical activity; * common areas of post-secondary institutions and non-profit organizations; and * inside schools for all K-12 staff, visitors and students in grades 4-12. This temporary order will be reassessed as the B.C. vaccine card requirement is fully implemented in certain social and recreational settings, as was announced on August 23. “As transmission of COVID-19 increases in B.C., primarily among unvaccinated people and in part due to the Delta variant, it’s important to take this extra temporary step to make indoor public spaces safer for everyone,” said Henry. “We need to continue doing the things that protect us, including wearing masks in indoor, public areas, practising hand hygiene regularly, staying away if we are sick and keeping a respectful distance from people. And most important of all, every person should get vaccinated to protect themselves, their loved ones and their community.”

For the purposes of this order, a mask or face covering is defined as a medical or non-medical mask that covers the nose and mouth. Face shields are not a substitute for a mask, as there is an opening below the mouth. “As unvaccinated people continue to get sick and hospitalized with COVID-19, we’re taking another step to ensure we overcome COVID-19 together, and that we move forward together,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “Our pandemic has always been about making good choices with the information we have and making the best choices to keep people safe. Now more than ever, we need to follow the advice and orders of the provincial health officer.” People who cannot wear a mask or who cannot put on or remove a mask without the assistance of others are exempt. A person may not be able to wear a mask for a psychological, behavioural or health condition, or due to a physical, cognitive or mental impairment. Masks may be removed temporarily in indoor public places to identify the individual wearing the mask, to consume food or beverage at a location designated for this purpose, while par-

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Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole to increase EI benefits for seriously ill workers to 52 CONSERVATIVE Party Leader Erin O’Toole on Friday released his plan to increase EI benefits for seriously ill workers from 26 to 52 weeks. “Canadian workers should know we have their backs if they become seriously ill,” said O’Toole. “But all too often, workers see their EI run out after 26 weeks while battling life-threatening diseases like cancer. Canadian workers and their families deserve better. It is time for the govern-

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Jagmeet Singh announces plan to eliminate prescription drug costs WHILE visiting Thunder Bay, Ontario, on Friday, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced an NDP government would immediately move forward with a plan to make free prescription medication available to everyone in Canada. His plan would save an average family $550 a year. “Millions of Canadians can’t afford to take the medications they need. They skip doses, cut their pills in half, or even go without medication entirely,” said Singh. “For more than two

decades, the Liberals have promised to bring in pharmacare. It’s a life and death situation, but after six years, Justin Trudeau has refused to take a step toward making his pharmacare promises a reality.” Singh’s plan would expand healthcare to include quality prescription drug coverage for all Canadians, regardless of their job, age, location, health status or income. By negotiating prices with pharmaceutical companies, an NDP government would help make pre-

scription drugs free. This would also save provincial health systems money, help employers save money on employee benefits, and help Canadians stay healthy. Canadians pay the third highest prices for prescription drugs in the world. Trudeau has failed to stand up to big pharmaceutical corporations and fight for regular families, Singh said. “Canada is the only wealthy country in the world that has a universal health care system

without universal prescription insurance coverage,” said Singh. “Justin Trudeau promised to lower drug costs in 2016. Instead of keeping his promise and helping to make life more affordable for people, Trudeau sided with big pharma and helped them jack up their corporate profits.” Singh pledged to begin working with provinces immediately to deliver a universal, singlepayer, public pharmacare program for all Canadians, with a target start date of 2022.

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Jagmeet Singh commits to cut cell phone and internet bills WHILE visiting Windsor, Ontario, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh on Wednesday released his plan to lower cell phone and internet bills, saving the average family $1,000. While Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau has talked a lot, after six years as prime minister, he is still siding with large telecom corporations who are charging Canadians some of the highest fees in the world, said Singh.

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Liberals will ask financial institutions to contribute more to help more Canadians afford a home works for everyone. That’s why we’re going to ask our largest financial institutions, who have recovered faster and stronger than many other industries, to pay a little more so we can invest in Canadians and help them find a home of their own.” To help Canadians find a home and rebuild a Canada that works for everyone, a re-elected Liberal government will: * Raise the corporate income tax rate paid by Canada’s largest and most profitable banks and insurance companies by 3 percentage points on

all earnings over $1 billion; and * Establish the Canada Recovery Dividend so these institutions contribute more over the next four years of Canada’s recovery. In total, these measures will generate a minimum of $2.5 billion per year over the next four years, beginning in 2022-23. On Tuesday, Trudeau and the Liberal team had announced their three-point housing plan, “A Home. For Everyone.” For more election announcements by Trudeau over the past week, visit voiceonline.com.

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Fraser Health Authority showed that after a resumption of in-class learning, schools were not significant sources of COVID-19 transmission. In addition to the continuation of indoor mask requirements for all K-12 staff, visitors and students in grades 4 to 12, changes to the health and safety measures also include the ability for health authorities to introduce additional regional measures specific to individual schools or school districts in instances where community transmission rates are higher. There will be greater opportunities for school sports and extracurricular activities, continued increased ventilation and improvements in schools, and daily cleaning and disinfecting protocols, along with a continued focus on hand hygiene. Students will continue to be required to complete daily health checks and stay home when feeling sick. Rapid response teams will continue to operate throughout B.C., working with health authorities and school districts to provide support and review school communicable disease plans to keep schools safe. “We know last school year was challenging in many different ways for B.C. students, but they persevered and finished the school year strong,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer. “While we are encouraged to see rising vaccination rates in most parts of the province, we need every eligible British Columbian, including children and youth aged 12 to 19, to receive vaccinations as they begin the new school year.” School districts will continue to ensure all mechanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are designed, operated and maintained to their standards and specifications so they continue to work properly. All school HVAC systems will continue to be regularly inspected and, moving forward, provincial funding will continue to be made available to upgrade or replace HVAC systems through routine capital programs. A total of $87.5 million has been used to improve school ventilation in B.C. schools, including $77.5 million through provincial routine capital funding specifically for HVAC system upgrades or replacements in 2020-21 and 2021-22. The projects supported through this funding include full boiler and air-handling system replacements, larger ductwork, updating occupancy sensors and direct digital control units for building automation controlling air-flow rates and portable HEPA filtration units in classrooms. Plus, in the 2020-21 school year, school districts used $10 million in federal pandemic-specific funding to upgrade more than 45,000 ventilation filters in B.C. schools. The updated provincial K-12 communicable disease guidelines were developed in collaboration with the BCCDC, Office of the Provincial Health Officer and K-12 education steering committee, which includes rightsholders and education partners. The public health guidance for child care settings remain in effect. The Province says the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is for all British Columbians who are eligible to get vaccinated. Health authorities will target students, teachers and school staff in vaccination campaigns over the coming weeks. “As part of your back-to-school preparations, we encourage youth to walk in now to get vaccinated at one of B.C.’s vaccination clinics, or go to a pop-up or mobile or community vaccine event around the province,” said Dr. Penny Ballem, executive lead of B.C.’s immunization effort. “As students, parents and families prepare and plan for back to school, they can take advantage of the many locations and opportunities to receive a first or second dose. It’s more convenient than ever to get a COVID-19 vaccine.” The return to school is being supported with additional resources. In June, the Ministry of Education announced $43.6 million in COVID-19 relief funding for the 2021-22 school year. This included $25.6 million in new one-time funding to support health and safety measures, First Nations and Métis students, mental health services and independent schools. The remaining $18 million was allocated for school districts to address learning loss due to the pandemic.

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC made a grand return to BC Place on Saturday evening, winning 2-1 over Los Angeles Football Club, matching the club MLS unbeaten record of eight consecutive matches. There were many celebrities at the game, including Provincial Heakth Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, Canadian Olympic swimmers, and Gurpreet Sohi, Canadian water polo player from Delta. Photos by Sukhwant Dhillon / AM 600 Sher-E-Punjab Radio

EVENTS South Asian Adults and Seniors – Bingo / Yoga Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society of BC invites all South Asian adults and senior members to join in playing bingo on the house on Sunday, August 29 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Shanti Niketan Hall. Bring only $2 for two games for the sake of fun. Members will explain the game to you. Use facemasks and practice social distancing while seated for everyone’s safety. Tea and light snacks will be served.

* Yoga classes will be conducted by Gunwant Kaur Chana, expert yoga instructor, on Monday, August 30 and Thursday, September 2 from 10 to 11 a.m. on both days. All the participants are requested to join those who have already been double vaccinated and they should bring a facemask and a yoga mat with them and follow social distancing for placing yoga mats. Contact Surendra Handa, Coordinator, Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, V3W 5K9 / Phone: 604-507- 9945 for registration and further information.

BC Liberals leadership debate rescheduled for September 28 THE BC Liberal’s Leadership Election Organizing Committee (LEOC) on Monday announced that due to the federal election campaign and the ongoing wildfire situation, the first debate of the BC Liberal leadership contest has been rescheduled to September 28.

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‘Qatar to play important role in Afghanistan crisis and protecting India’s interests’ New Delhi (IANS): Amid the rapidly changing situation in Afghanistan after the Taliban seized power on August 15, experts feel that Qatar can play a vital role in the ongoing crisis and it can also be instrumental in protecting India’s interests in the war-torn nation. The experts also said that the way the US has deferred its planned exit from Afghanistan with an August 31 deadline, the diplomats of Qatar have been active to persuade the Afghan militia to consider the American forces’ plea who wanted to stay there till the evacuation of its last citizen. Former diplomat Gautam Mukhopadhya agrees that Qatar has been playing a vital role in resolving the crisis and they have convinced stakeholders for negotiations. “Qatar is playing an important role in the present crisis in Afghanistan but the results of their efforts are yet to be seen,” he said. West Asia expert and senior journalist Qamar

Agha also said that Qatar has a lot of influence on the Taliban and it also played an important role during the negotiations between the insurgents and Americans, with the then Afghan government without interfering in the internal affairs in the war-ravaged country. “Qatar has also helped the Palestinians, solving their problems with Israel and tried to mediate with the Hamas in the Palestinian territory. So Qatar has played an important role in negotiating Afghan militia for evacuating the Indians and other countries’ citizens who were working in NATO forces in Afghanistan recently,” Agha said. He also said that the Qatari diplomats have achieved a certain level of diplomatic practices which had helped certain issues in the Arab World and in Afghanistan too. “Now, after the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, Qatar can really play a very important role. Secondly, India has a very good relation with this

country and can sort out many of our problems, if needed,” he added. Agha also hoped that not only in evacuating the Indians from Afghanistan, Qatar can be helpful in protecting India’s interests too. It can also counter Pakistan if they try to interfere in Afghanistan and contain any nefarious activities against India. “India also has good relations with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the two Gulf nations that can also help us protect our interests in the war-torn country,” he added. However, another foreign affairs expert Sushant Sareen does not hope much from Qatar in resolving the Afghan crisis. “Qatar has been doing this in all hot spots in the world especially in the Middle East and it has outsized its diplomacy by using money with different groups who have issues with the other confronting sections and mediated among them.

It’s true that it has taken the position of that what Saudi Arabia or the UAE used to have, but nothing substantial has come up after its diplomatic intervention,” Sareen observed. “They (Qatar) have a dubious role as they have an US base in their country but they also host a Taliban office. They were also funding the Islamic State ultras despite being on the US side. It has also good relations with the Taliban and had played a very critical role even in Afghanistan; they have a close connection with Pakistan which hugely depends on its gas requirement. So that also gives Qatar a degree of influence in the whole crisis,” he said. “Which of the peace process have resulted positive, not even one?” Sareen said: “Yes, it can influence the Taliban leadership in protecting India’s interest in that country. At least they can persuade them to keep on Indian projects going on.”

Pakistan, India issue diplomatic visas to each other after 28-month gap New Delhi (IANS): Islamabad and New Delhi have issued assignment visas to each other’s diplomats after a gap of around 28 months as both sides are seeking to nomalise ties that have been on ice

since 2019. Pakistan and India have issued a large number of assignment visas to each other’s diplomatic staff in recent weeks, the Express Tribune reported. Both countries have issued vi-

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Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba said in a virtual discussion with Stanford University’s Hoover Institution that the UAE had played a role “in bringing Kashmir escalation down and created a ceasefire, hopefully ultimately leading to restoring diplomats and getting the relationship back to a healthy level”. “They might not sort of be-

come best friends but at least we want to get it to a level where it’s functional, where it’s operational, where they are speaking to each other,” he added. In March this year, Chief of Amy Staff Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa called on India and Pakistan to “bury the past” and move towards cooperation.

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Mumbai (IANS): The Maharashtra government on Wednesday told the Bombay High Court that no coercive action will be taken against Union Minister Narayan Rane till September 17 in the First Information Report lodged by Nashik police in the ‘slap slur’ against Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. The submission came in a plea filed by Rane seeking to quash the Nashik FIR

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protections could not be made as Rane’s petition mentions only the Nashik FIR, after which the latter’s team said they would amend the plea with all the details. Rane was arrested on Tuesday afternoon in Ratnagiri for his utterances against Thackeray and was produced before the Mahad court in Raigad late Tuesday night. Mahad Judicial Magistrate First Class S.S. Patil, while saying the arrest was justified, sent him to magisterial custodial remand till September 4, and later granted conditional bail to Rane.

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Health clubs for girls in all educational institutions in UP Lucknow (IANS): The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh will set up health club for girls in every state university, private university, government college, non-government aided college and self-funded college in the state.

which came up for hearing before a division bench of Justice S.S. Shinde and Justice N.J. Jamdar. Rane’s lawyers Satish Maneshinde and Aniket Nikam sought protection in all other cases that may arise out of the Union Minister’s statement of August 23. Senior counsel Amit Desai, appearing for the state government, said that no coercive actions will be initiated against Rane in the Nashik FIR till the next hearing on September 17. However, Desai said a blanket statement on

According to the government spokesman, first-aid kits will be distributed by the Health Department in the higher educational institutions of the state. The health camps and clubs are scheduled to be established in 17 state universities, 30 private universities and 171 government colleges in the state by September 15. First-aid kit distribution, first aid training and health check-up camps will be organized in the higher education institutions from September 16 to October 15 in 331 non-government aided colleges of the state. At the same time, training related to first aid, health test camps and distribution of first-aid kits will be done in all the funded colleges of the state from October 16 to December 15. During the same period, these programs will be organized in self-funded colleges as well. The proposed Girl Health Clubs will cover various aspects with regard to nutrition, health and cleanliness and will also organise speeches, essay writing events, slogan writing, rangoli as tool for awareness. Along with this, yoga and exercise, sports competitions will also be organized once a week on a regular basis. The initiative is being undertaken under Mission Shakti 3.0.

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Referendum of Khalsa panth, says Sukhbir on DSGMC win Chandigarh (IANS): Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal on Wednesday hailed the victory of his party in the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) elections as “a forceful referendum of the Khalsa Panth in favour of the panthic identity and religious commitment of the party”. Addressing the media here, Badal said the Sikh community totally rejected the Congress backed and BJP-sponsored groups, including of Sukhdev Dhindsa and Paramjit Singh Sarna.

Sukhbir Singh Badal (third from right in front row) with victorious SAD members.

“The BJP, via Dhindsa and Manjit Singh G.K., won two out of 46 seats while Congress, via Paramjit Singh Sarna, won 14 out of 46. This is just the beginning of the storm which will sweep aside both the Congress and AAP in Punjab in the 2022 Assembly elections.” “I am deeply grateful to Sikh sangat all over the world for the blessings and support we continue to receive from them. I wish to reiterate my total commitment to promotion of panthic ideals,” he added. Badal thanked the “entire Delhi

SAD team led by Manjinder Singh Sirsa for living up to the expectations of the Sikh sangat and the entire Khalsa Panth throughout the world”. “The tireless zeal with which Sirsa stood by the Sangat, including COVID-19 victims, farmers and Sikh refugees from Afghanistan, has won the hearts of devout Sikh masses,” he said. He announced that Sirsa would be nominated as a member of the DSGMC on behalf of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC).

Amarinder wants repatriation of martyr Udham Singh’s pistol from Britain Chandigarh (IANS): Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh has written to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to seek from the Britain government repatriation of the personal effects of legendary martyr Shaheed Udham Singh, including his pistol and personal

diary. Amarinder Singh, in his letter to Jaishankar, appealed to him to take up this matter with the UK government so that the nation is able to express its highest gratitude to the martyr and great patriot while celebrating the 75th anni-

versary of India’s Independence. “You may be aware that it was with this very pistol that he avenged the dastardly act of the erstwhile British Government at Jallianwala Bagh, where hundreds of unarmed and innocent Indians were shot dead under

the charge of the then Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, Michael O’Dwyer,” reads the letter. “It was with this pistol that Shaheed Udham Singh brought Michael O’ Dwyer to justice in the Caxton Hall, London,” wrote the Chief Minister.

Amarinder Singh further said, “It is also known that Shaheed Udham Singh used to keep a diary, as his personal log, which also deserves to be brought back to India, so that the people of the country could derive motivation and inspiration from it.”

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complaint of Satkar Committee member Paramjit Singh. When contacted, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Nakodar Poonam Singh said all required preventive steps are being taken to maintain communal harmony and peace in the Nakodar sub division. Punjabi singer Maan had landed in a controversy as members of the Satkar Committee had lodged a police complaint after his video had gone viral in which he was heard saying that the chief of a dera and Nakodar Sain Laddi Shah was from the descendants of third Sikh guru, Guru Amar Dass. The committee members had demanded that a case be lodged against the singer or else they would hold a demonstration on the issue across the state.

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Unsolved Crime: Robbery Date: August 9, 2021 Location: Pitt Meadows, BC Details: File # 2021-16254

Ridge Meadows RCMP are seeking public assistance in identifying a person of interest related to an alleged robbery of a business which occurred in the 19800-block area of Lougheed Hwy. on August 9th between 4:00 and 5:00 PM. The alleged suspect is described as: White male; Approx 5' 7 tall; Short brown hair; Wearing blue jeans and a light grey hoodie pullover shirt; Wearing a brown designer brand messenger style bag If you have any information about the person in the photo, or dash camera footage from that area, please contact Cpl. Trevor Hanson with the Ridge Meadows RCMP (RM file 21-16254).

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Mercedes - Benz AMG A35 Premium Hot hatchback is a slayer! Review by Veeno Dewan. Coming from the U.K, I was raised on hot hatch back cars, whether three or five doors, they were always such fun and affordable as new cars and even cheaper with a few years on the odometer. I had a Lotus engineered Sunbeam, Renault 5 GTM, Volkswagen Golf GTI, as well as a Ford Cosworth engined XR3! Back in the day there was no such thing as a premium hot hatch, so it was a great surprise to come across the 2021 Mercedes- Benz AMG A35 hatchback. A Canada-only model, with the AMG treatment. Our gloss back tester looked sleep and slippery sitting on 18-inch black wheel rims with a rear spoiler. At the back, the large chrome exhaust tips signals its bad intentions. The A35 comes with the AMG sport tuned suspension, and the optional AMG ride control with 3-stage dampers. Also added are uprated steering and braking systems. At the heart of the matter is a turbocharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine with 302 Horsepower producing 295 lb.-ft. of torque mated to an AMG Speedshift DCT 7-speed dual-clutch transmission linked to 4MATIC AWD. In this configuration, the AMG A35 can scoot from 0- to 100 km/h in only 4.7 seconds. The cabin is nearly identical to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class with sleek thin 10.25-inch screens that display driver information and infotainment, the ultra-cool radial turbine vents, and design elements in chrome, satin metal, and seats in Artico leather. The panoramic roof provides a welcome feeling of space inside the vehicle. Behind the chunky AMG steering wheel, the all-digital

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shifts for more exciting driving. The different driver settable drive modes offer a range of settings from five different drive modes. The default mode, “Comfort”, allows the driver to enjoy a stable, smooth ride, with no drama acceleration, although the growl from the turbocharger is always a welcome sound effect! Sport” and “Sport+” sharoens up the engine responses and transmission shift point parameters for quicker acceleration, and gear changes awhile disabling the ECO start/stop function to inactive. “Individual” mode allows manual setting programs and a “Slippery” driving program smooths out the A 35’s handling on slippery roads, The 4Matic all-wheel-drive system provided tremendous levels of grip. That AWD system works by default in FWD mode but can transfer 50 percent of the engine torque to the rear wheels when needed. Nothing much to complain about. Overall, there is great performance, features, quality, and value for the price. So much fun to drive and own. Highly recommended. The 2021 AMG A35 4MATIC Priced from $49,800 Plus options $3200.final price: $53,000 More info at www.mercedes-benz.ca

New 2021 Honda Monkey Bike comes to Canada! Markham, ON: Honda Canada confirmed recently that for the first time ever, the venerable and extremely popular Honda Monkey motorcycle will be available in Canada. The pocket-sized Monkey has a six decades old history, a fact that no doubt contributed to the enthusiastic reception that this current iteration enjoys, and Canadians have been asking for. Beginning as a Japanese amusement-park ride, the Monkey has captured the hearts of generations the world over, offering enjoyable, accessible mobility through a likable design, tiny dimensions, and low weight. Today, the desire for an easy-to-handle motorcycle that puts smiles on faces remains alive and well. A master of fun, the 2022 Monkey builds on that passion, while opening the door to the next generation of enthusiasts.

The Monkey is powered by a torquey new engine with a fifth gear, the same powerplant as the new 2022 Grom that was announced last March. When it comes to miniMOTO models, Honda is an industry leader, and there’s no better example of that than the legendary Monkey. Its latest generation honors history and tradition with looks and spirit that are faithful to the Monkey’s earliest concept, but it touts modern features that help it perform well and run reliably—a combination that has proven to be extremely popular with customers around the world. It’s yet another example of Honda producing not only the most diverse lineup of miniMOTO models, but also the most capable. A hit with both the new generation of enthusiasts and nostalgic riders seeking a trip down memory lane (its heritage extends back

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BMW Group India is pleased to announce the partnership with the upcoming 13th edition of India Art Fair, the leading platform to discover modern and contemporary art from South Asia, running from 3 to 6 February 2022 at NSIC Exhibition Grounds, New Delhi. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the partnership marks a new, year-round collaboration celebrating the region’s artists and dynamic arts scene through a series of dedicated initiatives and commissions. The partnership focuses on growing India Art Fair’s digital presence and audiences for the arts through new online editorial including BMW Artist Films, comprising studio visits and interviews; an expanded IAF Parallel programme highlighting events and exhibitions by South Asia’s leading galleries, museums and alternate arts spaces; and a BMW Art Talk that will shine a light on an important artist inspiring change today. With an ongoing ambition to foster a spirit of collaboration and creativity, India Art Fair introduces this year’s Artists in Residence programme featuring a strong line-up of talks and live participatory workshops. Artists taking part include Indian photographer,

performance and feminist artist Indu Antony (Bangalore); recent Inlaks Fine Art Awardee, textile artist and sculptor Gurjeet Singh (Chandigarh); multidisciplinary artist Arpita Akhanda (Santiniketan) whose works address political concerns for human rights and justice; and mixed media artist Haroun Hayward (London) whose influences include 90s dance music, graffiti, African and South Asian textiles and miniature painting traditions. Jaya Asokan, Fair Director, India Art Fair commented, “We are delighted to continue our partnership with BMW India which, now in its fifth year, marks a new chapter for India Art Fair. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India commented, “For over 50 years, various global cultural initiatives have been an integral part of BMW Group’s social sustainability. Taking this commitment forward, BMW India has valued and nurtured cultural engagements and co-operations with leading art platforms in the country. Our resolve to strengthen intercultural platforms of creativity in the fields of art, music, design, and architecture remains undeterred. The world around us is transforming amidst challenging times and art serves as a constant source of creative inspiration and hope. BMW India is delighted to present the latest edition of the India Art Fair in its new avatar for connoisseurs of art and automobiles.”

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Agam Drywall Ltd is urgently looking for Carpenters to join work operations immediately. Duties:Measure, cut, assemble and join material of wood, wood substitute and other material. Prepare layouts using different tools. Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems. Fit and install trim items such as doors, stairs, hardware etc. Maintain, repair and renovate residential structures according to client needs. Inspect and replace damaged framework, structures or fixtures using sanders, saw and drills. May prepare cost estimate for the client. Job location: 13706 93A AVE Surrey, British Columbia, within lowermainland. Type: Full time/ permanent. No of positions available: 2. Wages: 28/hr, Hours per week: minimum 40hr/week. Education & Experience: Completion of secondary school is usually required. Completion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program or A combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some high school, college or industry courses in carpentry is usually required to be eligible for trade certification.To apply Email Resume agamdrywallltd@gmail.com. We welcome Youth, Aboriginal people and new immigrants. Agam Drywall Ltd situated at 13706 93A AVE,Surrey, British Columbia V3V 8A9 is looking to hire a Drywall Installer Helper for their company. This position is full-time, for 40 hours per week. Salary: $21 per hours + 4 % vacation pay. No of Positions: 1. No of Hours: 40hrs per week Terms of Employment: - Full-time, Permanent. Language: No language requirement Work Location: Various construction sites within the lower mainland Job Duties: 1. Load and unload construction materials, and move materials to work areas. 2. Clean surfaces and mix compounds for filling joints and smoothing out surfaces. 3. Clean the work area after the shift. 3. Handover drywall sheets for installation. 4. Mix, pour and spread materials used in drywall installation. 5. Perform other duties as directed by drywall installer and construction supervisor.6. Ability to walk, stand, crouch, for long periods. 7. Able to lift heavy weight. REQUIREMENTS:Completion of secondary school and some related experience will be an asset. Interested candidates can email their resume at agamdrywallltd@gmail.com. We welcome indigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply for the job. Smart Prime Technologies LTD.located at 1337 Salter St, New Westminster, BC V3M

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ALL ADS MUST BE PREPAID 0C8 have a vacancy to hire two closed circuit television installer (CCTV installers). Wages offered: $31/hour (Overtime after 40 hours per week). Remuneration: 4% vacation pay . Hours: 8 hours per day – minimum of 40 hours per week. Anticipated start date: As soon as possible. Language requirements: English (Oral and written). Education Required: Completion of high school or college courses in electronics and on-the-job training is required. Experience Required: At least 2 years of related work experience. Duties: Install, service, and maintain CCTV. Installation of related cabling for CCTV. diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults Maintain a safe and secure work environment by following safe practices. Able to climb ladders, and scaffolds in a construction environment as required. Interested candidates can email their resume at smartprimetechnologiesltd@gmail.com. We welcome indigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply for the job. Smart Prime Technologies LTD.located at 1337 Salter St, New Westminster, BC V3M 0C8 have a vacancy to hire two electronic equipment technicians. Wages offered: $31/ hour (Overtime after 40 hours per week). Remuneration: 4% vacation pay . Hours: 8 hours per day – minimum of 40 hours per week. Anticipated start date: As soon as possible. Language requirements: English (Oral and written). Education Required: Completion of high school or college courses in electronics and on-the-job training is required. Experience Required: At least 2 years of related work experience. Duties: Install, maintain and repair household and business electronic security equipment. Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying and correcting problems. Provide system training to customers, demonstrating the features and applications associated with their security systems. Troubleshoot systems, resolve issues for customers and end users. Maintain a safe and secure work environment by following safe practices and keeping security information confidential Interested candidates can email their resume at smartprimetechnologiesltd@gmail. com. We welcome indigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply for the job. 2274935 Alberta Ltd. located at 2174 37B Avenue, Edmonton AB, T6T1R6 is looking to recruit two long haul truck drivers( Fulltime, Permanent) for their fleet operating in major destinations all over Canada and US.Wage: $27 per hours + 4 % vacation pay.40-50hrs per week Language at work:

Looking for a cleaning person in North Delta, with good attitude, who is able to deal with a specially-abled person. Salary is negotiable. Leave a message if call is not picked up. Contact: 6045969419 2 Carpenter Helpers needed: JJM Framing Ltd Job details: • Location: Surrey, BC V3W 0L7 • Salary: $20.00 / hour • Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices • Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time 40 hours / week • Start date: As soon as possible • Employment conditions: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend • Vacancies: 2

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English. Job Duties: Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailer, long- combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances. Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements. Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically. Maintain log book May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods. May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods. Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories. Ensure all permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes are in hand before starting the trip. Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers to ensure that goods are delivered on time Completion of secondary school is required. Driving Experience – no experience required-On-the-job-training will be provided. Driver’s License (Class 1 or equivalent) and Air Brake (Z) Endorsement certificate is required Interested candidates can email their resume at 2274935albertaltd@gmail.com. Global World Painting Ltd is seeking two experienced Painters (NOC 7294) for the lower mainland area. It is a full-time, permanent position, minimum 40 hours/week, $25.00 cad/hour plus vacation pay of 4%. Start date as soon as possible. You will be expected to perform the following duties: Mix and thin paint to obtain desired color and texture. Prepare, clean and sand the surfaces to be painted. Repair cracks and the holes in the walls. Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces. Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements and/or work orders. Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats. Determine the quantity of paint required as per the job specification. Must have completed high school or equivalent; Must have at least 2 years of related work experience; To apply, please send your resume with skill sets to globalworldpaintingltd@gmail.com. Killarney Mechanical Ltd. (Office Address: 3776 watling Street, Burnaby, BC V5J1T9) is looking for 2 individuals for the position of “Plumbers” on permanent and full time equivalent. Salary: $26.00/hour and guaranteed 40hrs/week. Job Duties and Responsibilities:• Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems • Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors • Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings • Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines • Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges • May prepare cost estimates. Completion of secondary school is required.2 years of related work experience is required. Language requirement: English. Work Location: Within lower-mainland. Apply through Email: killarneymechanicalltd@gmail.com Pure Fruits Inc is actively looking to hire 10 full time/permanent Farm Workers to work at their farm located at 13795 Hale Road Pitt Meadow. Farm Workers will be paid $15.20 per hour + 4% vacation pay paid biweekly. Workers will be offered minimum 40 hours per week and overtime rate of $21.9 will

start after 40 hours.- Plant, cultivate, irrigate, harvest, and prune the crops.Update farm manager about the crop progress and the detected diseases or problems in the crop. Operate farm machinery and equipment. Examine produce for quality and prepare it for market.Set and maintain water pipes. No experience, education, and language requirements.Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, bending.Eligible candidates can forward their resume via email- purefruitsinc@gmail.comWe welcome indigenous people, youth, and newcomers to apply. Pure Fruits Inc located at 18880 Old Dewdney Trunk Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2R9 is actively looking for two permanent, full-time position for Farm Supervisor.Education: Secondary school Experience : 2 years of farming experience is required. Wage : $ 24.00 per hour (40 hours per week.Main Duties:Supervise farm workers and farm activities involving planting, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting and pruning the crops.Assign and supervise the work of general farm workers.Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations. Supervise maintenance of farm equipment and supplies.Develop work schedules.Maintain quality control and production records. May perform general farm duties.Interested candidates can send their resume at purefruitsinc@gmail.com JK AGRO INDUSTRIES INC. is looking for 10 Permanent, Full time Farm Workers. Wages: $15.20/Hour, 40 Hours per week. Start Date: as soon as possible. Location: 88 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford BC V2T5W9Duties involve year around cleaning maintenance of plants, planting new saplings, fertilize plants, clean, use farm equipment, irrigate, check water pipes, pruning , harvest crops, examine produce for quality and prepare for market, etc.Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, standing for extended periods, bending, and kneeling.Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Wet/damp, Dusty, rain/ shine, hot/cold.No education or experience required, will train.We welcome Indigenous persons, vulnerable youth, newcomers, and persons with disabilities to apply. Please Email your resume to jobsatjkagro@ gmail.com JK AGRO INDUSTRIES INC. is looking for 3 Permanent, Full time Farm Supervisor. Position: Farm Supervisor. Wage: $19/Hour, 40 hours per week. Job Type: Permanent/ Full Time, year-round work. Start Date: as soon as possible. Language required: English (Oral and written). Location: 88 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford BC V2T5W9. Job duties Co- ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers. Supervise and oversee growing and other crop related operations and train farm workers. Supervise harvest operations.· Develop work schedules and establish procedures. Ensure farm safety procedures are followed. Maintain quality control and production records. May perform general farm duties when required.Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:Heavy lifting required. Ability to work long hours, early mornings and weekends as required. Ability to work outdoors in ALL weather conditions.Completion of Secondary school is required. Minimum 1 year of related experience is required. We welcome Indigenous persons, vulnerable youth, newcomers, and persons with disabilities to apply. Email your resume to: jobsatjkagro@gmail.com .

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and soon to overtake Generation X (born 1965-1979) as the province’s largest labour group. A whopping 80 per cent of millennials across Canada want to own a home according to Rented dreams: the truth behind millennial home ownership, a survey from Abacus Data. Just 27 per cent currently own the home where they live, while 73 per cent either rent (40 per cent) or live with their parents (33 per cent). “Millennials’ desire to become homeowners is as strong as previous generations,” said Keith Stewart, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver economist. “While buying a home has never been an easy feat - millennials face a very different housing market than their parents did decades ago. The general shortage of housing, and consequential high prices, leave younger would-be buyers needing to save multiple times their income to pull together their down payment.” 43% of millennials are looking to buy a home in the next five years. This number comprises an equal number of singles and

those who are in long-term relationships; 33% of millennials are looking to move into a fully detached home; 25% are seeking apartments or condominiums; and 17% are looking for townhomes and 17% are looking for semi-detached homes. Their first choice for a home is three bedrooms and two baths, all for $300,000 or less. The MLS® benchmark price of a home Canada-wide is $679,000. Nearly half of millennial homeowners have incomes over $75,000 and many make over $100,000 a year, significantly higher than non-home owners. This appears to confirm a correlation between higher incomes and home ownership. Top factors for choosing current home, according to a new CMHC survey: 28% said price / affordability; 13% indicated the type of home; 10% said type of neighbourhood; and 10% cited the overall living space of house. Courtesy: REBGV

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10,800 SF. LOT. SUB DIVIDABLE LOT Beautiful 90 by 120 lot. Third reading done, waiting on docs from city. Potential to build 2 single family homes once subdivision goes through. The houses on proposed "Lots A and B would have 253 m2 (2,723 ft2) of above-ground oor area with an in-ground basement oor area of 121 m2 (1,302 ft2) for a total oor area of 374 m2 (4,026 ft2)." from city docs.

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$3,599,000

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Well cared 4 bed/2 bath 2185sf House. Large Flat Lot, Great Location to walk to Uptown or Beach. Open floor plan is perfect for family living. New Paint Bright Kitchen & dining with walk-out to oversized side deck. Hardwood floors throughout. Living upstairs boasts a feature Fireplace. Spacious Kitchen Lower level has 2Bedroom Suite with separate entry. Large Double garage with storage. Earl Marriott French Immersion Sec & WR Elementary +(Peace Arch) French Immersion Catchment.Large deck 578sqft nice patio 105sqft with double garage. Buyer agent to verify with city for duplex option.

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9780 Seacote Rd, Richmond

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$1,499,000

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$1,698,000

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$1,850,000

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COMMON SENSE HEALTH – W. GIFFORD-JONES, MD AND DIANA GIFFORD-JONES

Summer’s last hurrah the most dangerous

ARE you gearing up to have some fun? It’s the stick-in-the-mud who dulls the sense of adventure, suggesting you think twice. But the dullard may be the wise one as the summer closes out with the traditional long weekend. Labour Day Weekend originated in North America in the early 1880s to recognize workers. The holiday marked the establishment of the 40-hour work week, or 8 hours of work daily for 5 days and then two days of rest. Labour unions of the day had it right. They advocated each day should have a balance of 8 hours of work, 8 hours of recreation, and 8 hours of rest – and the 2-day weekend offered a healthy break to refresh. But the extra day of celebration marking the 3-day weekend at the end of summer is a mixed story. For all the fun and games of the last summer hurrah, there is a higher-than-average rate of injury and death. Water is a common theme to many of the saddest tragedies. Drownings occur from boating accidents, misfortune at beaches, and the heart-crushing incidents of negligence involving the family swimming pool. It is an awful statistic that 350 children under the age of 5 drown in pools every year in the U.S. In Canada, with a population only a tenth of the size, a similar number of people drown in the country’s beautiful natural bodies of water each year. Inevitably, in both countries, news following Labour Day Weekend laments these kinds of tragedies. But the greatest risk comes from traffic accidents. From the Friday evening start of the long Labour Day weekend, through the end of the day on Monday, we can expect about 500 people to die on North American roads. More than 54,000 people injured in traffic accidents will require medical assistance. We know why. The trendline in holidayperiod, alcohol-impaired driving fatalities has been gradually moving down from 60% in 1983 to 38% in 2019. But still, too many people are drinking and driving, especially on Labour Day weekend. The advice is clear. Don’t let loved ones drink and drive. Take action if you see anyone who has been drinking or using drugs get behind the wheel. Distracted driving increases the risk of accident by 500%, so leave the phone alone. Put it in the trunk if you struggle to comply. Don’t let inexperienced young drivers transport their friends, who unwittingly can be the most dangerous of all distractions. If driving is a necessity, then slow down. It’s a long weekend; there’s lots of time. High speed is the direct cause of 27% of traffic fatalities in Canada. Above all, wear the seatbelt. The evidence is overwhelming that seatbelts save lives. There are other sources of tragedy when the focus should be on good times with friends and family. Motorcycles, ATVs, jet skis, and even the common bicycle are all associated with fun. But just as the last run down the ski mountain at the end of a winter day claims a higher rate of falls, these activities yield more accidents during the last weekend of the summer. The holiday weekend sees more dog

bites than usual too. Fires are yet another major concern, whether from grills, campfires, or fireworks. When cautions are abandoned, people will be harmed and property damaged. Absent, broken or poorly maintained smoke alarms will mean the difference between preventable deaths and disaster. So take it easy this weekend ahead, and look out for the ones you love. Visit www.docgiff.com. For comments, contact-us@docgiff.com. Follow us on Instagram @docgiff and @diana_gifford_jones

Diana MacKay writes in collaboration with her father under the pen name, Diana Gifford-Jones. Diana is Special Advisor with The Aga Khan University. She

worked for ten years in the Human Development sectors at the World Bank, including health policy and economics, nutrition, and population health.

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