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Our City, Our Children: The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CAS) Answers the Call from Families in Need
Our children are our future. They need our protection, and as citizens it is our responsibility to provide it. Yet so many children fall through the cracks unnecessarily. In many cases, they don't get the help they need because people aren't aware of the opportunities and services available for help.
Sustainable Populations
When he thinks of the future, David Graham, Provost and Vice-President, Academic Affairs, at Montreal's Concordia University, is struck by the fact that in 2050, the world's population is expected to reach 10 billion. "That's five times what it was when I was born," muses Graham. That's a lot of
Micronutrient Initiative: Fighting World Hunger
According to the United Nations World Food Programme, one child will die from hunger-related causes by the time you reach the end of this sentence. Overall, 25,000 people die daily due to hunger and malnutrition. In fact, the number of people who don't have enough to eat—a terrifying 923 million—is
The Soaring Loonie
The rise and fall and rise again of the Canadian loonie can be confusing in its implications. When the loonie achieved parity with the American dollar early in 2008 there was a sense of euphoria among some commentators, as though Canada had finally matured as a country. Since then the
Classroom Assessments: the Best Report Card Parents Can Get
Elementary teachers focus on doing what is best for their students. That is why many teachers have reservations about the wide-scale use of standardized tests which are mandated by the government of Ontario. EQAO Established In 1996, the government established the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) to design new
Teams in Action: Primary Health Care Teams for Canadians
Joe, 60, has diabetes, high blood NO pressure and arthritis. He says that shuttling around town to various health appointments is like a full-time job. "I'm never sure how much these people talk to each other," he adds. "I worry that something's going to get missed somewhere." Health concerns —
Ireland Welcomes You Home
Your Irish Heritage Is Waiting To Be Discovered. It seemed fitting to take my daughter on a trip to Ireland to explore the land of her paternal ancestors. Thanks to the mild oceanic climate, the south and south west of Ireland are a beautiful lush green carpet peppered with towns,
From poverty to wellness — Interview with AFN National Chief Phil Fontaine
Take a close look at some recent I statistics for First Nations. Overcrowded, modest houses crammed with multiple families abound. There is mould growth and unsafe drinking water in 44% of homes. Tuberculosis rates are 29 times higher than that of others born in Canada; life expectancy on average is
Wings Of History
The fragile biplane rotates in a slow circle above the visitors who wander through the Canadian Aviation Museum in Ottawa. Stephen Quick, the associate director general, smiles as he looks up at the structure made of balloon cloth, wood, and steel tubing. “It all started here." Shadows from The Silver
Shelter for the Soul
Western Newfoundland: A place that rush hour forgot. Stepping out of the airport in Deer Lake you can feel your gears shifting down almost immediately. Things just are calmer and gentler in Western Newfoundland. Our trip began with a drive south toward the town of Stephenville. The location of a
Vienna
I knew as soon as I stepped on the Austrian Airlines plane that this was going to be a great trip. The airline staff in their classy red outfits were genuinely friendly and made a bit of a fuss over my daughter. Their motto is “we fly for your smile”
RV Road Trip — Family of Five – One Heck of a Ride!
The idea of traveling in a recreational vehicle (RV) with your spouse and kids for three weeks in the summer sounds like one of those amazing things you need to do in life when your kids are the right age. Imagine traveling for three weeks in extreme comfort in a
BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG — The Way Life Should Be
We can learn a lot about life from the Europeans. They take immense pleasure in good food, good wine, friends, family, music, theatre and history. While we appreciate those things here in North America, over there, it's different. We always seem to be in a hurry, wanting things now. In
The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage
The 7 day cruise headed up the Norwegian Fjords past the Arctic Circle and ended in the northern town of Kirkenes, a twenty minute drive from the Russian border. Due to the Gulf Stream, the climate is temperate but because of the high latitude, during the winter, there are a
If you like the Tulip Festival Holland Art Cities is for you
In the fall of 1945, Princess Juliana of the Netherlands presented Ottawa with 100,000 tulip bulbs. The gift was in appreciation of the safe haven that members of Holland’s exiled royal family received during the Second World War in Ottawa; and in recognition of the role which Canadian troops played
Czech Out the Inspiration Outside of Prague
The Czech Republic is often described as being the crossroads of Europe -a meeting point for various cultures with countless educational and historical points of interest. The Czechs share the culturally-diverse country with Moravians, Silesians, Slovaks, Germans, Polish, Romanians and other nationalities. Their differences over the centuries have cost them
You Just Can’t Beat Florida for Family Fun
I admit to my bias. I love Florida. The sun, the fun, the beaches, the people, the food, and the amenities. It really doesn’t get any better for a family vacation. Our children are between 10 and 13 so exploring and doing different things is a big part of what
A journey to the ancient land of Israel
ABOVE: A view of Tel Aviv and the Mediterannean Sea. I was eagerly anticipating my trip to Israel. The land of Israel’s central place in antiquity is an endless source of fascination. So too is Israel’s more recent past and its contested place in the world today. It would be
The best of Mexico’s Pacific coast — The Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit is the new “it” spot in Mexico. Not easy to accomplish especially if you are competing with the Mayan Riviera and Caba San Lucas. Nevertheless, the Rivera Nayarit deserves its reputation as an ideal destination for soft adventure, outdoor recreation, water sports, cultural exploration, dining and immersion in
COLORADO: A little off the beaten path but well worth the ride…
Colorado is a breathtakingly beautiful state. With 300 days of annual sunshine, the world-famous Rocky Mountains, record snowfalls and great vacation values offered year round, Colorado is a very appealing destination. After spending a week in Colorado the words “unforgettable outdoorsy experience” come to mind. Incredible golfing, whitewater rafting, skiing
Deeper into Israel: Holiday in the Holy Land
Part II of Don MacLean's Journey into Israel As we traveled further north, it seemed as though we were moving deeper into Israel, both literally and figuratively. As my mind and body adjusted to the time change, my initial impressions of the country began to more fully take shape. It
The Terence Robert Gallery Hosts Two Fall Exhibitions Featuring Philip Craig and Su Sheedy
The Terence Robert Gallery features recent works from artists, including many Canadian painters, mixed media artists and sculptures, with monthly solo presentations. Recently the gallery featured well known local artist Philip Craig in an exhibition titled New Works – Twenty Ten. Early in his career Philip lived and worked in Newfoundland where his isolation from the art
Tasteful Labyrinth of Art
Koyman Galleries are bringing Canadian art to the doorsteps of Ottawa. The gallery is now one of the largest commercial art galleries in Canada. The expansive bright area is uniquely designed to truly offer the viewer an unbiased and pure appreciation of each of the pieces of art. “It’s an
Cuba-Canada Relations are Strong, Comprehensive
Canada has had a friendly relationship with Cuba for nearly a half century. Canada first befriended Fidel Castro when former Prime Minister Trudeau to a visit to the island nation in the mid 1970's. Since then Canadian business and investors have been active in the country and Canadian Tourists have
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