CRTC Decisions

The CRTC seeks input from Canadians as it undertakes an online
consultation on the implications of implementing a compensation regime for
the value of local television signals 

Raelian leader held in Turkish deportation center faces grave health threat

“Let all the human rights organizations hear my voice and ask them to

save me from this inhuman environment.” Negar Azizmoradi

MONTREAL, Nov. 28 /CNW Telbec/ – According to a statement released today by the International Raelian Movement, Negar Azizmoradi, leader of the Raelian Movement in Iran, has become seriously ill with a severe lung infection while being held in Istanbul’s deportation center.

R E P E A T — It’s A Whimsical Weekend for Thousands of Children at Downtown Yonge BIA’s Kidzfest/

- Big birds, cool cats and cartoon celebrities entertain at Yonge-Dundas
Square -

TORONTO, Nov. 27 /CNW/ – A mob of teeny toddlers will descend on Yonge-Dundas Square for a fun-filled weekend of kid-friendly rides, face-painting, crafts and interactive performances at the Downtown Yonge BIA’s Kidzfest – a free two-day event with guest appearances from cartoon celebrities Max & Ruby, Dora & Diego and Spongebob Squarepants on his 10th anniversary tour. On November 28th and 29th, adventurous tots will swing around the square in a colourful swing carousel, whirl around on the ladybug ride and take their ‘coverkid’ moment posing in a faux magazine shoot. Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs pack prehistoric fun into the first performance of the weekend, followed by a slew of musical guests including David Archibald and Maggie G. Fun will ‘let fly’ with Birds of Prey on Saturday, and Jungle Cat World brings a rip-roaring good time to Sunday.

Canadian Pacific announces industry-leading biodiesel testing underway

CALGARY, Nov. 27 /CNW/ – Canadian Pacific (TSX/NYSE: CP) and Natural Resources Canada have partnered on an industry-leading biodiesel fuel pilot project under the National Renewable Diesel Demonstration Initiative, announced Lee Richardson, Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre on behalf of the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources, and Fred Green, Canadian Pacific President and CEO, today. It is the first time biodiesel will be used in Canadian cold-weather rail service.

Al Jazeera English granted approval to broadcast in Canada

Award-Winning International News Channel Breaks Into Canadian Market

OTTAWA, Nov. 26 /CNW/ – Al Jazeera English is pleased to announce that the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has included the award-winning international news and current affairs channel on its digital Lists of Eligible Satellite Services. This decision will allow Canadian cable and satellite distributors to include AJE among their channel offerings.

From Worldwide Freelance Writer

FEATURE ARTICLE
 
Five Ways To Shine As A Professional Writer
 
By Dana Blozis
 
With the growth of social media and marketing techniques like
online article marketing, it seems that everyone is a writer of one
sort or another. In fact, I've read a handful of articles that
assure the reading public that anyone can write. While this may be
technically true, those of us who write for a living know that it
isn't as easy as it sounds. There is much more to the craft than
meets the eye.
 

Touched By Fire

This is the third annual evening of Touched By Fire, celebrating the

remarkable work of artists across Ontario with mood disorders.

The Temptation to Buy a Car

Living in Toronto is difficult without a car. With all of this H1N1 flu virus talk going around, you cannot even cough on a bus without someone thinking you have been infected. Plus with the way the TTC has been running over a long period of time now, it seems ridiculous that now TTC wants to hike up the fees to $3 CDN, from $2.75.

You Can Find MBT At Treasure Trove Anytime

It’s At Hugh’s Room

Monday, November 30, 2009

Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door; Children under 15:  $10

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“The Prayers We Light”:  A celebration of Taylor Mitchell’s life and her music.

Theatre at UrbanEdge Yoga

Dear friends,

Thank you for your participation and great response for the InSpirit events from Nov 10-12 with Devamrita Swami. Please check out the pictures at http://www.urbanedgeyoga.com/index.php?p=gallery&albumId=InSpiritNov09. These capture a few glimpses of the beautiful time we all had.

Writing Workshops and Self-Publishing Offered at Aangen Community Centre

Hello everyone in Toronto!

Please check out this site and scroll to the bottom for workshops I will be offering starting on February 21st and happening once a month. Here is the link: http://www.aangen.com/workshops.asp. Join in the fun!

Make Setting up an Effective Home Office Part of Your Pandemic Plan H1N1 is here. Is your home office ready?

TORONTO, Ontario – November 17, 2009 – H1N1 is here and causing havoc at home and in the office. Ensuring employees can remain productive by working from home is a critical piece of any business continuity plan. Health Canada suggests that as many as 35 per cent of Canadians could become ill during the H1N1 pandemic. They recommend that if you feel at all sick or are infectious (with H1N1 this can be up to ten days after the onset of symptoms) you should stay home. Add to this time needed to tend to children who are sent home due to illness or school closures, and employees feeling well enough to work could be out of the office for days or weeks leaving offices understaffed and productivity down.

Authors Access Interview Featured

Donna Kakonge’s interview with Viktor Volkman and Tyler Tichelaar is featured on Irene Watson’s Reader Views. Check it out:

http://readerviews.com/

Authors Access Interview

 

 

Each week Loving Healing Press and Reader Views bring insightful interviews from people around the world who can help you get your work published, and if already published, noticed!

Rawle James Entertainment

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Engine Gallery

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Great Podcast

Here is another great link to listen to a great podcast – featuring Donna Kakonge discussing journalism: http://www.bloggingauthors.com/

Treasure Trove Birthday

New Online Magazine

One of my former students from the joint University of Toronto Centennial program and Centennial College program has launched a new magazine. It’s geared towards the 20-something age group. You can find it here: http://www.20-something.ca/. Enjoy!

Happy Remembrance Day!

Happy Remembrance Day everyone. Let us not forget those who have fought or given their lives for our freedom.

Yoga Event Finally Here!

Join us this week as we launch our Yoga lifestyle festival ‘InSpirit’ with Devamrita Swami from Nov 10 to 12. A Monk for 40 years, Yale graduate and author of several spiritual texts, Devamrita Swami is stopping over in Toronto as part of his world tour to take us through some not-to-miss workshops:

Sesame Street Anniversary with Google

I have been thoroughly enjoying the Google themes for the Sesame Street anniversary. Sesame Street was a big part of my childhood with my brother and sister. It is wonderful that it continues on to this day.

Authors Access Interview

On November 5th, 2009 Tyler R. Tichelaar and Victor R. Volkman spoke 
with Toronto-based educator and print, radio, and TV journalist Donna 
Kakonge about how any writer can successfully refocus their work into 
the freelance journalism marketplace. 
 

How to Turn Your Writing Career into Journalism

I’ve been interviewed with Authors Access – where authors get published and published authors become successful. To listen to the show, visit:

http://authorsaccess.com/archives/163

Add Donna Magazine To Google Alerts

Find out what is going on in the world of Donna Magazine. Include this magazine to your Google Alerts and be reminded to check the magazine daily. You can access Google alerts from this site: http://www.google.com/alerts. Thank you visiting the site to see what is new every day.

 

 

Sico Paints 2010-2011 Colour Forecast

More Lively Colours Making a Comeback

as Canadians Seek New Beginning

Longueuil, Quebec – November 5, 2009 – Move over neutral colour schemes.  More lively hues will be making a comeback in home décor in 2010-2011 and it’s all about using colour as a mood-lifter in the midst of challenging times, says leading Canadian paint brand Sico Paints.

The Ladies Anthem

The ladies anthem

UrbanEdge Yoga

Dear friends,

One week from now, Nov 10 we launch our Yoga lifestyle festival ‘InSpirit’ with Devamrita Swami, a Monk for 40 years, Yale graduate and author of several spiritual texts. He stops over in Toronto as part of his world tour to take us through some not-to-miss workshops:

Katie and Marc

Katie bumped into her boss as she was leaving the Radio Canada International building in Montreal.

The Wonderful Things About the Toronto Public Library

I have discovered the glories of the Toronto Public Library thanks to my sister.

Excerpt from My Story of Transportation

My first bike had training wheels. I believe my Mom bought it for me and I would proudly ride around my neighbourhood in Greek town with my Mom near by feeling free for my age.