LIFE RATTLE RADIO UPDATE #39

Happy New Year Life Rattle Listeners:

Tomorrow, January 1, we present a new story by Life Rattle writer Donna Kakonge to ring in the New Year.

IGA Customer Wins $15,000 Trip of a Lifetime Through IGA Bingo Promotion

"Doris Fay is all smiles after winning the Grand Prize $15,000 Vacation Getaway in the IGA BINGO, from Garth Hosegood, owner of Hosegood's IGA store in Winnipeg. Doris collected the winning BINGO game pieces during a contest that ran from September 30 to November 11, 2011 at IGA stores in the Prairie provinces. (CNW Group/Sobeys West)"

EDMONTON, Dec. 30, 2011 /CNW/ – Winnipeg resident Doris Fay is singing B-I-N-G-O after winning the $15,000 grand prize vacation getaway through IGA’s newest BINGO promotion.

Representatives from IGA and Sobeys Inc. presented the prize to Doris Fay today at a celebration at Hosegood’s IGA, 650 Elizabeth Road in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

CRTC Decisions and Regulatory Policies for the week of 3 to 6 January 2012‏

CRTC Decisions and Regulatory Policies for the week of 3 to 6 January
2012

The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and/or regulatory policies
in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change
without notice.

Three Quarters on Life Rattle Radio

Hello everyone,

Please look out for the first story of 2012, “Three Quarters,” on Sunday, January 1, 2012 on Life Rattle Radio. To access Life Rattle Radio, please visit: http://www.liferattle.ca/radio/radio.htm

Hayden-Harnett

The Politics of Black Hair: An Online Course

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Enjoy!

The Totally Unknown Writers Festival 2011: Stories

http://www.liferattle.ca/publishing/2011festivalstories.html

Buy Today!!!!!!!

Madonna’s Second Hard Candy Fitness Center Now Open for Workouts in Moscow

Madonna’s Second Hard Candy Fitness Center Now Open for Workouts in Moscow

Madonna to Visit Club in 2012

NEW YORK, Dec. 26, 2011 /CNW/ – Madonna in partnership with her manager Guy Oseary and Mark Mastrov, Chairman of New Evolution Ventures (NeV), announced their second Hard Candy Fitness Center in Moscow is now open for workouts. The beautifully designed, four-floor, 35,000 square foot facility near the Red Square, plans to host Madonna for a visit in 2012. The Hard Candy Fitness Center in Russia is operated by Irina Razumova, founder of the well known Russian chain Planet Fitness. The opening of this latest facility follows the one-year anniversary of the Hard Candy Fitness Center in Mexico City.

Nunu is the Restaurant to Go

Last week, I went to a wonderful Ethiopian Restaurant at 1178 Queen St. W., between Dovercourt and Dufferin in Toronto.

After battling to find parking with the traffic on Queen being treacherous, I was fortunate to find a spot at Woolfitt’s and my friend paid for parking. As we entered Nunu, there are dark brown curtains that you must search to find the opening, however the other side is charming and elegant. Extremely high ceilings with rounded, yet rectangular long creme textured chandliers, the tables are all square, with some beige smooth sofas against the wall, however my friend and I chose the round table close to the cash.

For Property Owners, Managers and Anyone in Real Estate

Interesting Website. Collect Your Rent:

https://www.vogogo.com/rent?gclid=CPafq47Anq0CFWkDQAoduDOplw

Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas Everyone! Please have a safe, enjoyable, good-eats and warm laughter day!

Merry Christmas Eve!

Everyone, please have a Merry Christmas Eve!

RBC Awards $70,000 in Grants During World Hockey Tour

More than 30,000 kids in 14 communities across Alberta will benefit from the legacy of the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship

CALGARY, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – RBC has awarded a total of $70,000 in RBC Play Hockey Grants to 14 communities across Alberta in the lead-up to the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship. Each $5,000 grant was given as part of the World Hockey Tour to commemorate the legacy of the World Juniors and recognize the efforts of associations that help people get started, get better and go further in hockey.

‘Dealfind Travel’ Launches With Exclusive Offers on Hotel and Travel Packages

Dealfind Makes Travel Affordable Year-Round

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Dealfind, the third-ranked group buying site in North America[1], announced today the launch of ‘Dealfind Travel,’ enabling travel partners to reach customers with timely deals on hotel and all-inclusive travel packages.

Winter is great time to enjoy the best of Ontario’s outdoors, but do it safely

OPG warns people to use extra caution near Ontario’s waterways

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – The warm weather in many parts of the province might delay the start of traditional winter activities, but it is still a good time to think about basic safety tips, especially near the water.

Early Boxing Week Sales Start Online at Staples.ca

Staples Canada Starts Boxing Week Savings on December 24th offering the latest tech gadgets for the Holiday season

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Staples Canada is giving shoppers a chance to cash in on Boxing Week deals while doing their last-minute holiday shopping. Starting on December 24th, tech savvy deal seekers can start their Boxing Week bargain hunting early at Staples.ca.

Canada’s first Mitsubishi i-MiEV Electric Vehicle Presented

Winnipeg man put $5,000 deposit on electric vehicle almost four years ago

WINNIPEG, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Ross Redman has been waiting for this moment for almost four years. In 2008, he put a $5,000 deposit down on an electric vehicle that would be coming to Canada at some point in the future. That day is now here as the first Mitsubishi i-MiEV (Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle) sold in Canada was delivered to its biggest fan at Waverley Mitsubishi.

Walmart Canada Fill the Kettle Day a Resounding Success

Generous Canadians donated more than $170,000 to The Salvation Army

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – On December 22, Walmart Canada hosted the second Walmart Fill the Kettle Day and individual Canadians responded by donating more than $170,000 to Salvation Army Christmas kettles located in Walmart stores across the country. Walmart Canada matched with a corporate donation of $100,000, resulting in a total raised of more than $270,000.

Old Harry Independent Review – Statement

SHEDIAC, NB, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Bernard Richard, who is undertaking an Independent Review of Corridor Resources’ Environmental Assessment documents on the proposed drilling of an exploratory well (EL 1105) in an area known as “Old Harry” in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, issued the following statement:

Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation Receives Sanis Decision from the Court of Appeal of Ontario

Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation Receives Sanis Decision from the Court of Appeal of Ontario

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation (TSX: SC) today announced that the Court of Appeal of Ontario has allowed the appeal from the Order of the Divisional Court dated February 3, 2011 and restored the prohibition of private label generic drug products in the Province of Ontario.

World of Words (Originally Written in 2009)

Since I was seven years old I knew I wanted to write – and I knew a master’s degree in Media Studies from Concordia would help.

Trove

Out for delivery

"Out for delivery. Winnipeg Canada Post employee Chris Lenoski and his colleagues across the country have been working around the clock to ensure all mail items - big and small - are delivered in time for Christmas. Canada Post wishes to thank Canadians for entrusting them with their shipping needs this season and wishes happy holidays to all. (CNW Group/Canada Post)".

WINNIPEG, Dec. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – Winnipeg Canada Post employee Chris Lenoski and his colleagues across the country have been working around the clock to ensure all mail items – big and small – are delivered in time for Christmas. Canada Post wishes to thank Canadians for entrusting them with their shipping needs this season and wishes happy holidays to all.

Shareholder Rights Plan Approved by Shareholders and Accepted by the TSX

TSX: MFI

TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2011 /CNW/ – Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (the “Company”) announced today that the amended and restated shareholder rights plan agreement (the “Rights Plan”) between the Company and Computershare Investor Services Inc., as rights agent dated as of December 5, 2011 was accepted by the Toronto Stock Exchange on December 21, 2011 in accordance with its rules and policies. The acceptance by the Toronto Stock Exchange followed approval by shareholders of a resolution (the “Resolution”) approving, ratifying and confirming the Rights Plan.

Total Prize Amount for LOTTO MAX Gets a Holiday Boost: LOTTO MAX Hits an Estimated $50 Million and Goes into MAXMILLIONS Mode

TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2011 /CNW/ – In the spirit of the season, LOTTO MAX is offering a great jackpot just in time for the holidays. The draw on Friday, December 23, 2011 will offer an estimated $50 million jackpot plus an estimated 2 MAXMILLIONS prizes of $1 million each.

Southern Alberta windstorms cost $200 million in insured damage

EDMONTON, Dec. 22, 2011 /CNW/ – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) reports that the estimated insured damage caused by windstorms that hit southern Alberta in November amounts to at least $200 million.

Marketing and Advertising Executives Report on First-Quarter Hiring Plans

Survey From The Creative Group Shows Most Demand for Web Design and Production Professionals

TORONTO, Dec. 21, 2011 /CNW/ – Twenty-one per cent of executives interviewed for The Creative Group Hiring Index for Marketing and Advertising Professionals said they plan to add full-time staff in the next three months, and 6 per cent forecast reductions in personnel. Most respondents, 68 per cent, expect to make no changes to their current staffing levels.

Oilsands Quest Extends Creditor Protection; Reduces Size of Board of Directors

CUSIP# 678046 10 3
NYSE Amex: BQI

CALGARY, Dec. 21, 2011 /CNW/ – Oilsands Quest Inc. (NYSE: BQI) (Amex: BQI) (“Oilsands Quest,” “OQI” or “the Company”) has requested and obtained an extension of the Order from the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench (the “Court”) providing creditor protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (Canada) (“CCAA”) until February 17, 2012, unless further extended as required and approved by the Court.

[TPS] – Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10:30 a.m., Headquarters, media gallery, News conference Hold Up Squad requests public assistance with series of bank robberies‏

Toronto Police Service
News Release

Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10:30 a.m., Headquarters, media gallery, News conference Hold Up Squad requests public assistance with series of bank robberies

[TPS] – Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10 a.m., Toronto North Collision Reporting Centre 113 Toryork Drive, “Come See the C.R.C.”‏

Toronto Police Service
News Release

Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10 a.m., Toronto North Collision Reporting Centre 113 Toryork Drive, “Come See the C.R.C.”

Manulife Real Estate acquires three prime real estate assets in key North American markets

Acquisitions in Toronto, San Diego and New York City Metropolitan Area total $555 million
Manulife’s global real estate assets grow to C$7.5 billion with new acquisitions
Brings further portfolio diversification with new geographic markets and segments

TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945

A Beacon of Hope Indeed Hopeful (Originally Published on http://nsemia.com)

At the beginning of this story, the old is questioned by new ways of thought, and living life. For this book by Jaspher Rori, who used to be a high school teacher and currently is working on another book, the old represents the ways of Manga, Kenya. Manga, Kenya is a village where drinking home-brewed beer, smoking tobacco and having children so they look after your cattle is the spiritual way of life. Enter the ways of the new – white missionaries.

TPS] – Media advisory, Tuesday, December 20, 2011, 11 a.m., Headquarters, 40 College Street, Chief Blair presents Victim Services Toronto with cheque for more than $111,000‏

Toronto Police Service
News Release

Media advisory, Tuesday, December 20, 2011, 11 a.m., Headquarters, 40 College Street, Chief Blair presents Victim Services Toronto with cheque for more than $111,000

Tuesday, December 20, 2011 – 8:45 AM
Corporate Communications
416-808-7100

Media Advisory – OPSEU Workers at Community Living Wallaceburg call for fairness

WALLACEBURG, ON, Dec. 19, 2011 /CNW/ – OPSEU Local 150 at Community Living Wallaceburg (CLW) will hold an information picket on Tuesday, December 20. Both sides are back at the table that day for further negotiations.

What: Information Picket
Where: The Oaks Inn, 80 McNaughton Avenue, Wallaceburg, ON
When: Tuesday, December 20
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

[TPS] – Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10 a.m., Toronto North Collision Reporting Centre 113 Toryork Drive, “Come See the C.R.C.”‏

Toronto Police Service
News Release

Media advisory, Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 10 a.m., Toronto North Collision Reporting Centre 113 Toryork Drive, “Come See the C.R.C.”

Help with Academic Writing Style

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/

Hayden-Harnett

The CRTC undertakes a review of the Local Programming Improvement Fund

OTTAWA-GATINEAU — The Commission announced today that it will be holding a
public consultation to review the Local Programming Improvement Fund, and
is inviting Canadians to submit comments.

Happy Holidays from Dignitas International

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE on NEW HORIZONS in EDUCATION 2012

INTE 2012
June 5 – 7 2012
Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC
First Call

http://www.int-e.net

“The International Conference of New Horizons in Education-2012 (INTE-2012)” is an international educational activity for academics, teachers and educators. It promotes the development and dissemination of theoretical knowledge, conceptual research, and professional knowledge through conference activities, the conference proceeding book. Last year, INTE-2011 received almost 450 applications. The conference academic advisory board accepted 244 applications.

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation – Lottery winning numbers

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2011 /CNW/ -

Friday 16/12/2011

LOTTO MAX estimated jackpot $30 million
11, 24, 26, 31, 42, 44 & 46. Bonus 22

Reminder – Media invitation – Join us for the PREMIERE of Once upon a Winter … in the Tropics at the Montréal Biodôme

MONTREAL, Dec. 17, 2011 /CNW Telbec/ -

On the program:

10 a.m. Eggs (exhibition)
10:25 a.m. What’s That Egg? (puppet show) (In French)
11 a.m. Meet the creators and artists of What’s That Egg?
11:15 a.m. Becquer bobos rescue centre and Commander Arara
11:30 a.m. Photo op: A taste of what you can look forward to on Boxing Day, December 26, at the Biodôme: decorated boxes to pique different species’ curiosity and encourage them to play. Featured on Saturday: the lynxes.

Total Prize Amount for LOTTO MAX Gets a Holiday Boost: LOTLOTTO MAX Hits an Estimated $50 Million and Goes into MAXMILLIONS Mode

Total Prize Amount for LOTTO MAX Gets a Holiday Boost: LOTTO MAX Hits an Estimated $50 Million and Goes into MAXMILLIONS Mode

TORONTO, Dec. 17, 2011 /CNW/ – In the spirit of the season, LOTTO MAX is offering a great jackpot just in time for the holidays. The draw on Friday, December 23, 2011 will offer an estimated $50 million jackpot plus an estimated 2 MAXMILLIONS prizes of $1 million each.

CRTC Decisions and Regulatory Policies for the week of 19 to 22 December 2011

The CRTC plans to issue the following decisions and/or regulatory policies
in the coming week. This list may not be complete and is subject to change
without notice.