Philippa Murray Philippa Murray

Child Fitness
Soccer Kids
By Efrat Laksman, co-owner gym Action Fitness
in St. Donat, with a kid’s gym and party room -
Main Street
In the schoolyard, children are in-between seasons,
playing soccer and hockey simultaneously. Kicking a
ball around is really fun and gets kids moving. Having
kids play a team sport, such as organized soccer, is a great activity. Parents and
families can play their own soccer game as well. For warm-ups, play games
that are not soccer-related, but promote physical activity such as Simon Says or
Freeze-Tag. Remember, kids want to have fun too! Make sure that participants
stretch before and after sports and stay hydrated throughout the activity. If your
children really like soccer, consider enrolling them in summer lessons.
The youngest child I coached was two and a half, but not all children that age have
the temperament, patience or attention span to follow a 30-minute or 1-hour course
and many clubs only start at age five. Kid’s soccer is considered a safe, easy to
learn and fun team sport where size is irrelevant and most teams are co-ed.
When you sign up your child, check with the coaches to determine if the game
is played in a pressure-free and friendly environment. Ask them if they match
ability levels as closely as possible and not form teams based on age or years
of experience. Make sure the youth soccer program fosters a team-focused
environment that revolves around positive reinforcement. If not, speak up early in
the season. A successful approach will emphasize respect for coaches, teammates,
referees and opponents. Soccer should ultimately allow kids to experience
sportsmanship firsthand, teaching them to grow in athletics and in life.
Soccer training for kids offers many benefits and provides an outlet for children
to be physically active. Running on the soccer field helps kids burn off calories
and pent-up energy, introducing them to a healthy lifestyle at an early age.
Youth soccer also creates opportunities for children to grow in
terms of social development and self-esteem. Kids learn
to interact with teammates and coaches and a positive
environment can do wonders for a child’s self image
and self worth. As in any contact sport, playing soccer
may result in injuries. Although serious injuries are
uncommon, there’s always a chance something could
happen.
The family that plays together stays together so, enjoy the
sport, stay active and have fun.
Know Your Rights by Christina Vincelli
Laurentians Care invites organizations to join them in providing English resources,
services and education to seniors and caregivers in need. Did you know that La Samaritan
de Tremblant has arranged with Sears Canada and Hydro Quebec to provide
new fridges ($75 to $120) to families with limited financial resources? They also
provide a food bank and second-hand clothing and furniture store. For information
contact La Samaritan at 819 429-5938 or lasamaritaine@bellnet.ca.
As the founder and Executive Director of L-CARE, I am proud to welcome, in partnership,
Vanier College to the team. Working in collaboration with Sylvie Lord from
Vanier, the development of programs at the St.Faustin campus are already underway,
planning workshops and English PDSB and CPR courses, plus other related topics
that will be presented throughout the MRC Pay’s D’en-Haut, Laurentides and Antoine
Labelle. Working with Emploi Quebec and the Ministry of Education, possible grants
for those interested in becoming professionals may also become available. Thus,
LCARE is creating a Labour Stimulation Program, already providing placements in
collaboration with certain CLSCs. Strict background checks are of the utmost importance
and through the abuse campaign and prevention of fraud to seniors, I am
assured that the QPP will be an active partner on this program as well.
Time constraints and travel accessibility to programs are challenging, so weekend
workshops will also be available. These will provide individuals a chance to determine
if this may be a direction towards a professional career. This initiative also
provides the family caregiver with additional information in regards to assistance
at home. Building confidence, along with knowledge, is our mission. Providing seniors
with the best resources available and the opportunity to remain at own home
is our priority.
LCARE’s spring lectures commence with a presentation from the Commission for
Human Rights and Freedoms. Shirley Sarna, coordinator for English and French educational
workshops, will be offering lectures throughout the different municipalities
on chosen topics. The workshops are 3-hours-long, offer writing material and group
discussions at no cost and are offered to English-speaking seniors and caregivers.
In this transitional time in Quebec, it is very important that you know your rights.
Registration is available through Laurentians CARE at the toll free number 1 855-522-
7372 or at the lectures - first lecture will take place on May 29 at the Weir/Montcalm
community hall. For information call Claudette Smith Pilon: 819 687-3148.
Caregiver Tip: Know the medications you are working with. Get to know your pharmacists;
they could save a life.
laurentianscare@gmail.com, www.laurentianscare.com.
The Notary Knows
Lakeside Property
Michel Labrèche - Main Street
YOU HAVE A DREAM! You see yourself on a waterfront
property having fun under the sun, after a very
refreshing swim! Many persons in Quebec have this
wonderful dream. But, what are the steps to follow
in order to reach your goal and fulfill your dearest dream? Lakeside properties are
really rare and have become harder to find. So this is what you need to know
if you are looking for an investment, or a life- time project. The more you have
specific requirements, the higher the asking price for the land by the vendor.
Here are the different aspects of the land that could raise the price. 1) Any sale
made by a promoter/developer (commercial activities) is taxable with GST and
PST for a total of approximately 15%. On the other hand, if you buy from an
individual, these taxes will not apply. 2) The quality of the land, the forest type,
the geographical location, and
the topography and elevation will
be considered. 3) If you want to
build your dream home, from what
distance are you situated from the
public service utilities? (Hydro,
telephone, cable). 4) Are there
restrictions or servitudes imposed
by the promoter/developer or the
municipality? 5) The total number
of square feet and the quality
of the lakefront (number of linear
feet, vegetation and/or rocky
foundation, is the property nearly
humid and/or marshland, is there
presence of water lilies, etc.).
Before making any rush decisions,
try to be accompanied by an expert
in that field (real estate broker, or
a professional knowing his business).
Otherwise, you could make
a mistake that would be costly and
still miss out on some aspects of
your transaction. So, before you
make your move, take your time. If
you do all that, then, your dream
will probably become reality…
For more information regarding
the topic of this article, call 450
227-7077 or my cell, 514-688-3131.
May 2013
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