Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on National Acadian Day August 15, 2013 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark National Acadian Day: “On National Acadian Day, Laureen and I join with all people of Acadian origin in celebrating their unique history, language, culture and traditions, as well as their invaluable contributions to Canada. “From the early days of the first French settlement in North America over four … [Read more...]
MOSCOW 2013 – WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS in ATHLETICS
August 15, 2013 by
WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS Venue: Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow Date: 10-18 August Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC Radio 5 live, BBC Sport website, mobiles, tablets and Connected TVs The world's greatest athletes arrive in Moscow knowing their sport is in need of public rehabilitation after a year of seemingly endless doping scandals. Positive drugs tests this summer from Tyson Gay and Asafa Powell, the second and fourth fastest 100m runners of all time, have arguably been most dispiriting … [Read more...]
Unity in Diversity is the essence of Incredible India!
August 15, 2013 by
Nature, Culture and tradition - Unity in Diversity is the essence of India! Diversity is the very essence of India. Diversity of people and beliefs, region and religion, custom and tradition, flora and fauna, trades and occupations. Nowhere in the world can you find a country better known for its unity of all its diversities than India- a land of diversities and an amalgamation of cultural and traditional heritage. To quote Mark Twain what he said about India: “The land of … [Read more...]
India celebrates Independence Day on August 15
August 15, 2013 by
India became an independent nation on August 15, 1947, so a gazetted holiday is held annually to remember this date. What do people do? Independence Day is a day when people in India pay homage to their leaders and those who fought for India's freedom in the past. The period leading up to Independence Day is a time when major government buildings are illuminated with strings of lights and the tricolor flutters from homes and other buildings. Broadcast, print and online media may have … [Read more...]
Tiffany Bond, 8th Annual Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Walk!
August 14, 2013 by
Join us for some shopping to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society’s 8th Annual Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Walk! When: Tuesday, August 20th 6:30pm – 8:30pm Where: Canadian Cancer Society Durham Region Community Office | 12 Stanley Crt. Unit 3 Whitby | 905-430-5770 Who: The shopping vendors below will be attending: Epicure Selections ThinkDIVA Thirty One Why: All hostess gifts earned by our shopping night will be donated … [Read more...]
Jacquelline Fuller – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 14, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated the Celebrate the Life of this one woman, one that made her way to the infamous role of CEO and true to the pure nature of a woman, directed her powers into an action of philanthropy. Her passion lays in the desire to help others, and through her own creations enables thousands to help themselves up through her vision of 'getting the money directly into the hands that need it ... ' system. We celebrate this powerhouse and her focus on others. She is … [Read more...]
Smooth and Soft Heels for Summer Sandals, a Miracle! {15 blogs to help}
August 13, 2013 by
Summertime means that bare feet and sandals are an absolute must, however, that also means that your feet need to be sandal ready. Unfortunately, our feet take quite a beating transporting us to and from places every day, and to get them prepped and primed for summer you’ll need to give them a little extra TLC. These 15 blog posts are filled with information for getting your feet ready for summer so you can rock those strappy sandals all summer long. Soaks The most basic way to soak your … [Read more...]
Pick Up Your Socks!!!, CelebrateLove.com
August 13, 2013 by
Pick Up Your Socks!!! Nag! Nag! Nag! "Pick up your socks and put them in the hamper or at least tuck them inside your shoes!!" Blah! Blah! Blah! Responsibility... a skill you can teach... children! That's when this kind of teaching should have started. It's amazing to me the number women who complain that they constantly have to pick up after their husband. Messiness, of course, is a classic source of friction for many couples. Did indulgent mothers create this behavior? Most women … [Read more...]
Women CEOs of the Fortune 1000 & 500, Catalyst.org
August 13, 2013 by
Our Vision Changing workplaces. Changing lives. Our Mission Expanding opportunities for women and business. Our Values Connect, Engage, Inspire, Impact Catalyst Canada Honours Celebrating Champions of Women in Canadian Business This is a list of women who currently hold CEO positions at companies that rank on the 2013 Fortune1000 lists. Women currently hold 4.2 percent of Fortune 500 CEO positions and 4.6 percent of Fortune1000 CEO positions. Leadership at the … [Read more...]
