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Childbirth Choices
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Whether you choose to deliver in hospital or at home, with a midwife or a physician, it is our passion to empower and support families through pregnancy, childbirth and early post part...um periods so that parents can begin to change outdated attitudes toward women and their rights to birth. We are educated, compassionate and understanding, yet open minded as childbirth professionals. We understand the importance of family centered birth and are empathetic to the wishes of women and their partners while making it a priority to provide evidence based information to empower them in their decision making.
We provide childbirth/prenatal education classes in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Midland and Simcoe County.
Learn about the resources available to you in the Elmvale/Wasaga Beach Collingwood area for support in the days and weeks after your baby arrives .
Six Week Classes Tuesday 7-9pm
Class one
Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care
Class Two
Birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth
Class Three
What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy
Class Four
Epidurals, narcotics, cesarean , induction, interventions and natural pain relief options
Class Five
What’s normal for a newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering.
Class Six
Breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting
Three Week Classes Sunday 1 - 5pm
Class One
Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care, birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth
Class Two
What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy, epidurals, narcotics, cesarean, VBAC, induction, interventions and natural pain relief options
Class Three
What’s normal for a newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering, breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting and baby wearing
Classes are $150 per couple .
Class Series One - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm
January 19th - February 23rd - fully booked
Class Series Two - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm
February 21st - 7th March
Class Series Three - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm
March 23rd - April 27th -space limited
Class Series Four - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm
April 18th - May 2nd
Class Series Five - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm
May 4th - June 8th
Class Series Six - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm
May 30th - June 13th
Classes are held in the offices of Midwives Nottawasaga, 9811A HWY 26 east, Collingwood.
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Brooklea Golf & Country Club
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Brooklea is a professionally designed 27 hole golf facility. "The mission of Brooklea Golf & Country Club is to deliver a truly great golfing experience to our customers. We will provide... highly regarded golf products in our chosen "quality public golf extending membership privileges" niche. We offer green fee play as well as memberships. We are therefore what is termed a semi-private golf course and have been for fifty years.
We are proud to inform you that 2009 represents our 50th Anniversary!
Brooklea Golf and Country Club is a beautifully manicured 27 hole facility featuring an 18 hole championship course and a 9 hole short course.
The championship course is 6,600 yards from the back tees. More than just a golf course...it's a challenge of your skills. With a links style layout, it features lightning fast greens, fully automatic irrigation system from tee to green, intriguing doglegs, mounded bunkers with white silica sand, tricky water holes, and challenging tee placements. We are the home of the "10 minute tee-time". Using our online booking system you can book up to 30 days in advance!
Our 9 hole short course is 1,767 yards, perfect for a quick game or practice round. It is part of our Eagle Golf Academy which also has a 300 yard driving range with grass tee decks, four bent grass greens, a short game practice area, a 6,000 square foot chipping and putting green, and a private area with a practice bunker and target green. The Academy offers many types of lessons including golf schools, camps, clinics and leagues. Corporate and group lessons are also available. Our CPGA golf professional is Gary Jeffrey.
We have a fully stocked golf shop, a fleet of golf carts, locker rooms, club storage and a fitness room.
Our banquet facilities accommodate up to 240 people . Other clubhouse facilities include the Brookside dining room, a lounge, meeting rooms, locker rooms and an outdoor pool. Brooklea is the perfect setting for a romantic wedding, banquet, or tournament. Lodging packages are available through our partners or our own Town home.
Our facilities, amenities and professional staff make us the most complete golf and country club experience in this area. From the blues the championship course has a slope of 133 and is rated at 72.1. Thus we are the highest rated golf course in the Midland area by the Golf Association of Ontario. The Brooklea is a multi year winner of the "Readers choice awards" We are again for 2008 rated as the most favorite Golf course, Banquet facility, Sunday Brunch, Driving Range, and Golf shop.
Brooklea is famous for it's Sunday brunch and Friday night buffet. Reservations are highly recommended.
Our Sunday Brunch is in operation until December 20th 2009 for the 2009 season. It will return in March 2010.
Our Fall Membership Special is now on for a limited time. Buy your 2010 membership in the fall of 2009 and golf the rest of this 2009 season free. Buy a Platinum Membership and receive a complimentary driving range membership. Remember to buy your membership before May 1st 2010 or risk your membership being pro rated by the new HST. Ticketrack green fee tickets bought before July 1st 2010 will allow you to forget about HST on your golf until 2012. Do not forget to check out our coupon offers under browse coupons on shopmidland.com or shopgeorgianbay.com.
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Pets @ Home
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Pets @ Home will be there to care for your pets when you can't. Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, House Sitting. I'm the mother of two grown children and a lifelong ...pet lover. Having to leave our pets at the local kennel was one of the hardest things I can remember doing. Through Pets @ Home I now enjoy spending time with a variety of pets and provide a much needed service to my customers. By allowing pets to stay in their own home and walk in their own neighbourhoods, while their family is away, the stress on the animal is greatly decreased and you will have more peace of mind regarding their care. Excellent references and current police check.
Q: What is the difference between Pets @ Home and Kennel Services? A: In your own home pet(s) have the freedom they are used to with no confining cages? You don't have to worry about dropping off and picking up your pet. Vaccinations or sedation are not required. Q: Will my pet(s) be happier staying at home? A: Your pet(s) will have their own toys, bed, food and general surroundings. As the saying goes there is no place like home. Q: How can Pets @ Home ensure my house is secure? A: While you are away you can arrange for Pets @ Home staff to stay in your home ensuring night time security.
Testimonials
We have two (2) cats and two (2) tanks of goldfish. Patricia Creary has been our pet sitter for close to two (2) years.
We were impressed right from the beginning as she insisted on meeting us at our home to introduce herself in person to us and our pets. At that initial meting, she recorded down important information for her records. She is very thorough.
Phone and email make Patricia easy to contact. She is quick to return calls and answer emails; therefore, details for pet sitting can be quickly arranged.
Her well-organized files not only contained important facts about the pets but also showed her previous work experiences and gave us people we could contact if we wanted references.
We have found Patricia to be dependable and trustworthy. She has an obvious love of animals. She's conscientious. She ensures that we are aware when she visits the animals and follows up after we return home. She will make helpful suggestions to ensure that our pets are comfortable during our absence.
We would not hesitate to refer Patricia to anyone.
CBF
Patricia Creary is currently our dog walker of choice and has been since September, 2008. It was a lucky day when I came across a flyer of her services at the local vet. Since that time, I have used her services on several occasions.
In my absence, Patricia has developed a positive rapport with both our dog and my elderly mother. She has proven herself to be punctual, reliable, well-organized, enthusiastic, and trustworthy in her service to others.
Patricia demonstrates commitment to the well-being of others, treating them with kindness and respect. She provides a safe environment. For example, when we first availed ourselves of her services, Patricia came to the house to interview me and meet Diva. Together we completed a form regarding the dog’s likes and dislikes and usual routines. Patricia also asked for contact information for my mother, which was most reassuring to me during my absence, knowing that her support was available. After my most recent absence, Patricia called to report that she had observed Diva to have an issue with one of her paws.
I would highly recommend her for this position or any other service you wish Patricia to provide. In fact, I have already told our vet, Scott Watson, of Penetang Veterinary Services, that I have been very very pleased with her work and have no hesitation about recommending her to others.
BK
Patricia Creary has been employed by us as our pet and house sitter. She impressed us with her attention to detail and preparedness. Our pets were immediately taken with her kind manner. When faced with a “minor” household emergency she showed initiative and resourcefulness, and had the problem repaired without us having to cut short our trip. SHM
I am writing to thank you again for looking after Brie. One of the major issues with having a pet is ensuring that they are cared for if you have to go out of town. Knowing that our little girl was being well looked after was a great relief. From the time we first met you we knew you were approaching dog sitting and house sitting as a professional. The fact that you wanted to meet us before committing spoke volumes of your approach. You took the time to ensure you knew what Brie’s schedule and routine were as well as to know what our expectations were. When we spoke with you about the weekend we were away and you said you had made the decision to stay with Brie because she was upset you showed your concern was for Brie and her care. Now, planning for our two-week holiday this summer our biggest concerns about going away have been taken care of. Having you look after Brie and staying at the house will allow us to relax and enjoy our vacation. Again thank you for looking after Brie and we are looking forward to using your service in the near future.
PKM
I am pleased to have had the opportunity to discover the services provided by Patricia Creary from Pets@Home. I am typically a very cautious and non-trusting type of person, who would never choose to have a stranger in my home. I recently had a forgotten hockey tournament come up, with no plans made for our household of pets. In the past we have asked friends or family to care for our dog Rollie, but he can be a bit of a nuisance when he is missing us and away from home. I felt my only option was a kennel, and I was worried about how his poor, fragile ego would deal with that – Dalmations are sensitive, and we had adopted him two years ago (he is now 9) where it took him months to feel comfortable. I had seen an ad in Pet Valu, and thought I would call just to see what the service was about. Patricia happened to have time in her schedule for this last minute arrangement, but she insisted that she come to our home to meet us and our zoo. The discussion and paperwork took some time, but it was a very effective exercise in making me comfortable with how the arrangement would proceed. I was very impressed with her dossier of furry friends and related paperwork. In particular, I felt comforted in hearing her stories of the animals as she smiled at their photos. A small touch, but powerful. Patricia was patient in seeing where the food was stored, seeing the turtles and fish, meeting the dog and tracking down the cats. She asked questions I would not have thought of, such as where the electrical panel and water shut off was in case of emergency. Patricia even thought to bring a treat of some grapefruit on one visit to offer our dog, who has funny tastes. Upon our return, we found Rollie to be excited to see us, but happy and well-balanced. I know that keeping him at home was the right decision, and I have to thank Patricia for allowing us to have that option.
TS
To prospective clients of “Pets@Home” pet care and house sitting services: I have had occasion to use Patricia’s service on several occasions. She visited and cared for my two pets as requested, and called me from my home on each visit to let me know that all was well with the animals and house. She also brought in the newspapers and mail so that the house would seem occupied. It sure made me feel better to know that my cats were being fed and equally importantly, cuddled and loved in my absence. Her rates are absolutely reasonable for all she does, and for what it means to me. I trust and recommend her whole-heartedly.
SS
We have used the services of Pets@ Home on several occasions and have been very pleased with the results. Our cat is always happy and relaxed when we get home, and hardly seems to have missed us.
I would certainly recommend her service.
DMC
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| Sunday, February 7th, 2010 |
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Today's Photo of the Day was submitted by chuck goldsworthy and is titled 'winterfest 2010'
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B Young Energy
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About Us Page
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BYoungEnergy is your direct link and first step to save energy with ecoEnergy Retrofit Grants offered through the Federal and Ontario Governments. For energy savings, upgrade ...Furnaces, Air Conditioners, Windows, Doors, Insulation , DHW, Air Leakage and more . Start your home energy conservation improvements with a Natural Resources Canada Certified Home Energy Audit, Blower Door Test and Report, before you upgrade. $10,000. grants available per home (we do all the paperwork for you). Don't delay, program ends March 31, 2011!
Call Brian Young, C.E.A., Natural Resources Canada Certified Energy Advisor
Serving Midland, Orillia, Barrie and Surrounding Areas
WHAT CAN AN ENERGY AUDIT DO FOR YOU?
Homes older than ten years can reduce energy waste by up to 30% or more. At present energy costs, building components such as old furnaces, leaky windows, inefficient air conditioners, poor attic and basement insulation, are wasting a lot of energy and costing you a lot of money. What will your energy costs be in the future without upgrades?
WHY ENERGY AUDITS, REPORTS AND GRANTS MAKE SENSE
Like most homeowners, you want to save money and increase the value of your home. How do you know if you are losing more energy and money through your attic or through your windows? Does it make more sense to replace your furnace or add more insulation into an exterior wall? The energy audit and report will provide you with this information.
YOU CAN COORDINATE HOME RENOVATIONS WITH ENERGY SAVING UPGRADES AND GRANTS
EXAMPLE: You plan to install new exterior siding. Your energy report suggests increasing exterior wall insulation by R10 or more. You could then plan to add insulation under the new siding and access an insulation grant for $3,750.00 (grant amounts vary).
If your window frames need to be modified to accommodate the added thickness of insulation and new siding and your windows need upgrading, why not consider upgrading those windows and access a grant? i.e., 12 windows, Grant: $960.00.
You can lower your energy bills, renovate and get up to $10,000 in Ontario and Federal rebates.
HOW ECOENERGY RETROFIT GRANTS BENEFIT CANADA
Help homeowners reduce their energy bills
Improve the energy efficiency and quality of residential buildings
Encourage higher workmanship through accountability and verification
Stimulate job opportunities for Canadians
Help Canada show leadership in energy waste reduction and greenhouse gas reduction
Help Canadians connect energy, technology and innovation with prosperity in the future -- starting in the home
ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS AND RETROFITS INCLUDE:
Heating system -- Cooling System -- Ventilation system -- Domestic hot water system -- Building envelope -- Ceiling insulation -- Exterior wall insulation -- Exposed floor insulation -- Foundation insulation -- Basement insulation -- Basement header insulation -- Crawl space insulation -- Air sealing -- Doors/window/skylights -- Water conservation
HOW TO GET STARTED
Step 1: Call BYoungEnergy , NRCan Certified Energy Advisor and book your home energy pre-retrofit audit.
Step 2: Extensive on-site audit: Attic to foundation data collection, measurements, digital photos, blower door test and location of air leaks, comprehensive NRCan book and relevant literature, personalized home energy efficiency report and action plan.
Step 3: From the day of your pre-retrofit audit you have 18 months or until March 31, 2011 to carry out the upgrades of your choice. Remember: the more energy saving upgrades you make, the more money you will get back.
Step 4: When you have completed the upgrades of your choice, book a post-retrofit audit. BYoungEnergy will verify the upgrades you have carried out and the grant forms will completed.
Step 5: The pre-audit data is used to create a software "base" house and generate a suggested "upgraded" house, both shown in the report. The post-audit data is used to establish the new "base" house. The governments of Canada and Ontario will rebate you for up to $10,000.00
Note: You will receive required information at the pre-retrofit audit.
RESOURCES AND RESEARCH
Natural Resources Canada, visit www.ecoaction.gc.ca/homes or call: 1-800-OCANADA (1-800-622-6232). TTY: 1-800-926-9105.
www.Ontario.ca/HomeEnergy
BYoungEnergy is affiliated with the service organization: EnerTest Corporation - www.enertest.ca, 705-327-1504
If you have any questions or require further information, please call:
705-527-7616 or email byoungenergy@hotmail.com
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