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Our team of doctors routinely treats patients in a very large radius, from as far north as High Level to northern B.C.

If a patient is seeking a 'regular' GP office to take care of family and more routine procedures, we're here for you.

If you're seeking cosmetic services to not only make your mouth healthy but also make you look as good as you feel, come and visit us.

Pedo dentistry is and will continue to be their focus both with Dr. Michelle Bazinet as well as our new visiting pedo specialist, Dr. James Lipon. If you're curious about Botox/Dysport and what that may do for you from an appearance as well as a therapeutic procedure, please come see Dr. Sam Tsai.

We all wear many hats here. For those of you who recognize him, Grande Prairie welcomes back a native son Dr. Don Beeson who is a recent grad from UBC and loving being back home in the Peace Country. Whatever your need, or your family's need – we have the time, expertise and the facility to care for you!

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Call today!When it comes to taking care of your plumbing issues you need to know a few things. Preventative maintenance is the key and having a number for a reputable plumber is a good idea.

When your drains are clogged do you go get the drain cleaner, do you look for a plunger, or do you get out the snake? Don’t know which is best? Don’t feel bad, most homeowners don’t. That’s because plumbing can be a complicated subject. For something as simple as a clogged drain just about any of those options will work to an extent. Obviously some of them will work better than others but which one really depends on the clog. For more problematic issues you might want to consider bringing in the professionals.

Plumbing can be related to the arteries of the house. These pipes take water from the water heater to your shower or sink. They also take waste and sewage out of your house. If you have a septic tank they deposit the waste there and you have to worry about making sure that those pipes are kept clean and that the tank is relatively cleaned out. Most of us aren’t qualified to take care of the major issues ourselves. When a major problem happens you will really need to call a professional.

When it’s time to call someone to come deal with the plumbing at your house, you need to do a little research first. If you have time, it doesn’t hurt to do this research in advance because very often when problems occur that you can’t handle yourself you need someone fast. You need to know that who you are calling is going to be a professional and treat you fairly. Going to the phone book or online and selecting the first one you see doesn’t mean that you will get the best service. Start by looking up technicians in your area and then researching each one. There are many sites out there that specialize in getting you the best technician without the trial and error hassle.

Problems often don’t happen overnight. Believe it or not there are some things that you can do to prevent major

problems. First don’t dump things down the sink without using a garbage disposal. You

could clog your pipes by doing this. If you don’t have a disposal then scrape off your plates into the trash and use a sink plug with a mesh basket when you do the dishes. Also never pour grease down your sink even when you have a disposal. When grease cools it

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There are a few things you can do to ensure that you plumbing stays operational.

Just keep your drains as clean as you can and don’t flush or dump things that you aren’t sure will go through the pipes. In case of an emergency, give us a call, we can help!

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What’s included:Every student will receive a high quality meat probe & apron as well as a “goody basket” of things every pitmaster needs for their daily use/cleaning of equipment. Breakfast, beverages & plenty of BBQ will be served & sampled throughout the day!

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Call today!When it comes to taking care of your plumbing issues you need to know a few things. Preventative maintenance is the key and having a number for a reputable plumber is a good idea.

When your drains are clogged do you go get the drain cleaner, do you look for a plunger, or do you get out the snake? Don’t know which is best? Don’t feel bad, most homeowners don’t. That’s because plumbing can be a complicated subject. For something as simple as a clogged drain just about any of those options will work to an extent. Obviously some of them will work better than others but which one really depends on the clog. For more problematic issues you might want to consider bringing in the professionals.

Plumbing can be related to the arteries of the house. These pipes take water from the water heater to your shower or sink. They also take waste and sewage out of your house. If you have a septic tank they deposit the waste there and you have to worry about making sure that those pipes are kept clean and that the tank is relatively cleaned out. Most of us aren’t qualified to take care of the major issues ourselves. When a major problem happens you will really need to call a professional.

When it’s time to call someone to come deal with the plumbing at your house, you need to do a little research first. If you have time, it doesn’t hurt to do this research in advance because very often when problems occur that you can’t handle yourself you need someone fast. You need to know that who you are calling is going to be a professional and treat you fairly. Going to the phone book or online and selecting the first one you see doesn’t mean that you will get the best service. Start by looking up technicians in your area and then researching each one. There are many sites out there that specialize in getting you the best technician without the trial and error hassle.

Problems often don’t happen overnight. Believe it or not there are some things that you can do to prevent major

problems. First don’t dump things down the sink without using a garbage disposal. You

could clog your pipes by doing this. If you don’t have a disposal then scrape off your plates into the trash and use a sink plug with a mesh basket when you do the dishes. Also never pour grease down your sink even when you have a disposal. When grease cools it

hardens and will clog the pipes as well.

There are a few things you can do to ensure that you plumbing stays operational.

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Equity: The owner of the home is entitled to the equity in the home. Equity is the difference between how much the house is worth and how much you owe. (If a house is worth $200,000 and you owe $150,000 then the equity is $50,000.) If you are renting then the landlord is the owner and they get to keep the equity in the home.

When you buy a home you have a mortgage payment each month. Generally, each payment has a principle amount, an interest amount, property taxes and hazard insurance. The principle amount of the payment reduces the amount that you owe on the property. (If you pay your mortgage payments for 30 years you will not owe anything on the home because you will have paid off the mortgage.) If you buy a home then your monthly payment reduces how much you owe so it is like

paying yourself. But if you rent, your monthly payment reduces how much your landlord owes and it’s making them richer!

Every time there is a repair on the home, if done correctly, that repair can increase the value of your home because it will be worth more. If you upgrade old windows, replace the shingles on the roof or remodel the kitchen, that will make your home worth more money. When you own a home you have to pay for these repairs. When you rent, the landlord must pay for these repairs but they don’t mind because it makes the home worth more money!

Making regular payments on a home mortgage will increase your credit score. Better credit means better financing for your next home purchase, a refinance of the first home and for a vehicle purchase or any other credit purchases saving you thousands of dollars in interest over the years to come.

Contact me today for all your real estate needs!

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For over 25 years, Oxford Learning

has been helping students of all ages develop better school habits. Whether it is goal setting, reading

comprehension, math skills, or homework help, Oxford Learning’s

programs helps students start the year off on the right foot.

Tips for Better Grades in French From Oxford Learning

Canadian student’s will take French at some point in their school career. Whether Early Immersion, French first language, Core, or Late Immersion, our customizable French program is designed to help build French language skills at any level of language proficiency, and to meet each student’s unique learning needs.

Studies show that students learning additional languages have the ability to score higher on standardized tests, perform better in reading, and have higher cognitive functioning. Executive function may be stronger in bilingual children. Executive function is responsible for actions such as multitasking, persistence, patience and discrimination.

Aside from tutoring, there are some fun activities that can help students build their vocabulary & comprehension, and help them get ahead both in and out of the classroom:

Watch favorite shows and movies—in French! Listen to French music. Listening to French allows students to hear the natural intonation of the language.

‘Word-A-Day’. Grab a French dictionary and pick

one word a day to focus on. Learn how to spell it, say it, and when and how to use it. Try writing some

sentences that use the word.

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Brad Redl

ne of the most common questions I get asked about our spray foam is “What’s the R-Value”? This is a difficult question to answer because “R-Value” is all that most people seem to know about insulation; it’s a number and more must be better.

To me, “R-Value” doesn’t matter, it is just a number, it relates to the amount of conductive heat transfer through an object and the test is conducted in a vacuum. If I lived in a vacuum I would be concerned with this “R-Value” number when insulating my home but because I live in the real world I pay no attention to this number except to make sure we are code compliant for our customers.

The thing that people find interesting is that our spray foam has over double, that’s right, twice the “R-value” of most common insulation products on the market but we still don’t go around trying to sell people on how awesome our “R-value” is. The fact is that while “R-Value” gives some reference to conductive heat transfer approximately 80% of our homes heat loss is through convection (air movement) and if we insulate your home with even 1” of spray foam (R-6) it will outperform that same home insulated with fibreglass (R-19).

If I sold our customers on “R-Value” we would win every time but more importantly we sell our customers a perfectly sealed building envelope which is much more important when trying to create an energy efficient home. When we are done insulating a home, we use a computerized blower door test to measure and quantify air leakage in the building envelope and use thermal imaging to ensure quality every time.

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We have discussed Studio / Artist research, design do’s and don’ts.

Today I would like to address Tattooing under minors. With the social acceptance of tattoos over the past few years, the age of clients has been getting lower and lower.

One of the problems is, is the physiology.

The younger the client, the more developing they have to do. The skin is still growing, regenerating, and exfoliating at a rapid rate.

The skin is a constantly changing canvas. Few tattoos look great after twenty years, far fewer when the tattoo is received at a young age. The skin is going to be more actively trying to break down the ink deposit in the skin at this time.

Some municipalities ( including Grande Prairie ) actually have bylaws that prevent the tattooing of minors. With or without Parental consent.

It’s pretty easy research, ask your friends that got ink in their

teens what the tattoos look like now. And if they were to do it again would they wait.

Another point ( my wife will shake her head at me for this ).

Although at 17 years old,I knew everything that there was to know, it wasn’t until the years continued to pass that I realized that I didn’t know diddly squat. The choices I made then maybe weren’t so wise in retrospect. Some of the choices in permanent ink on your body may need a bit

more time of contemplation. Or we would all still be sporting neon green and orange fanny packs.

With the majority of our business being in cover-ups, most of the stories going with those tattoos being foolish youthful / reactionary choices. Think before you ink.

Is it important enough to you to wear for the rest of your life. If the answer is yes, then it should be important enough to wait a couple of years so that it can age better.

A good tattoo artist will be able to explain different inks and styles to help a

“younger tattoo age.”

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FAQ about Tea Leaf Readings1. How did tea leaf reading originate?The making of leaves for tea originated in China. Then tea made its way to India, and then on to Europe, with the Dutch being the first importers of tea. Tea was extremely expensive, and often only royalty or the very wealthy could afford it. One story says that one afternoon, a group of tea leaf drinkers were sitting around talking about their affairs, when suddenly they saw symbols in their cups that reflected the topics of conversation. Thus, tea leaf reading was born.

2. What does it entail? Someone can get a tea leaf reading whenever they would like their past, present, and/or future fortune told. It’s especially welcome for those who fear tarot cards or other divination tools. After all, there is only positive magic in tea. Guests sit around and sip their tea while engaging in friendly chit chat, thinking about what they might want to know, and waiting their turn to have their fortunes told. It takes about ten to thirty minutes to drink tea comfortably, allowing for the energy and things on the mind of the tea drinker to invigorate the reading of the leaves. Depending on what has been agreed to for your booking, the actual reading of the leaves can take anywhere from five to fifteen minutes. Sometimes other reading tools such as tarot, palm, angel cards, or a crystal ball conclude the tea leaf reading.

Each guest will leave about two teaspoons in the cup – enough tea left so they don’t need to suffer the bitter taste of tea leaves on their tongue, and so that

the reader can give the reading. Once seated with the reader, the guest will sip a final small amount (with at least one teaspoon or less in the cup) and then hold the teacup with their left hand and with intention on what they would like to know. The reader then takes the cup, connects to the sitter and the leaves, and begins to read the guests fortune.

3. What kind of tea does a tea leaf reader use? Are some teas better to use than others?Plain loose leaf tea (without twigs, powders, fruits, flowers, etc) is ideal because it makes different shapes and sizes and creates better images for the reading. A small and slender leaf, (Black Chinese, Jasmine from DAVIDsTea, Green, Earl Grey, Ceylon, Keemun Classic Tea) is great. 40 grams of tea serves 20 cups.

4. What are readers looking for when reading tea? Does a certain tea leaf placement mean certain things?The tea leaf reader seeks out symbols, letters, and other shapes to interpret. They connect these shapes and patterns to each other, and this forms a story for the seeker. The reader might see symbols such as a key (moving), a mountain (promotion), a ring (getting married), or a letter (a message), and depending on where these metaphorical objects are located, this will indicate whether it is related to the past, present, or future.

5. What kind of questions are best to ask during a tea leaf reading session? Is the same cup used for all the questions? The sitter can ask all kinds of questions, similar to any other divination type reading (i.e. tarot), but popular fortune-telling questions are: When will I get married? Will I start a romance? Will I have children? Will I win the lottery? However, often the reader will peer into the cup and offer a general reading (to start), and the seeker can ask about anything — even for advice.

The cup is used for the entire reading. So after the general read, as the seeker offers their input

– new symbols can materialize from the leaves along with sudden psychic

insight.

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FAQ about Tea Leaf Readings1. How did tea leaf reading originate?The making of leaves for tea originated in China. Then tea made its way to India, and then on to Europe, with the Dutch being the first importers of tea. Tea was extremely expensive, and often only royalty or the very wealthy could afford it. One story says that one afternoon, a group of tea leaf drinkers were sitting around talking about their affairs, when suddenly they saw symbols in their cups that reflected the topics of conversation. Thus, tea leaf reading was born.

2. What does it entail? Someone can get a tea leaf reading whenever they would like their past, present, and/or future fortune told. It’s especially welcome for those who fear tarot cards or other divination tools. After all, there is only positive magic in tea. Guests sit around and sip their tea while engaging in friendly chit chat, thinking about what they might want to know, and waiting their turn to have their fortunes told. It takes about ten to thirty minutes to drink tea comfortably, allowing for the energy and things on the mind of the tea drinker to invigorate the reading of the leaves. Depending on what has been agreed to for your booking, the actual reading of the leaves can take anywhere from five to fifteen minutes. Sometimes other reading tools such as tarot, palm, angel cards, or a crystal ball conclude the tea leaf reading.

Each guest will leave about two teaspoons in the cup – enough tea left so they don’t need to suffer the bitter taste of tea leaves on their tongue, and so that

the reader can give the reading. Once seated with the reader, the guest will sip a final small amount (with at least one teaspoon or less in the cup) and then hold the teacup with their left hand and with intention on what they would like to know. The reader then takes the cup, connects to the sitter and the leaves, and begins to read the guests fortune.

3. What kind of tea does a tea leaf reader use? Are some teas better to use than others?Plain loose leaf tea (without twigs, powders, fruits, flowers, etc) is ideal because it makes different shapes and sizes and creates better images for the reading. A small and slender leaf, (Black Chinese, Jasmine from DAVIDsTea, Green, Earl Grey, Ceylon, Keemun Classic Tea) is great. 40 grams of tea serves 20 cups.

4. What are readers looking for when reading tea? Does a certain tea leaf placement mean certain things?The tea leaf reader seeks out symbols, letters, and other shapes to interpret. They connect these shapes and patterns to each other, and this forms a story for the seeker. The reader might see symbols such as a key (moving), a mountain (promotion), a ring (getting married), or a letter (a message), and depending on where these metaphorical objects are located, this will indicate whether it is related to the past, present, or future.

5. What kind of questions are best to ask during a tea leaf reading session? Is the same cup used for all the questions? The sitter can ask all kinds of questions, similar to any other divination type reading (i.e. tarot), but popular fortune-telling questions are: When will I get married? Will I start a romance? Will I have children? Will I win the lottery? However, often the reader will peer into the cup and offer a general reading (to start), and the seeker can ask about anything — even for advice.

The cup is used for the entire reading. So after the general read, as the seeker offers their input

– new symbols can materialize from the leaves along with sudden psychic

insight.

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DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER.

That is true, as it is almost impossible to cause any damage to the diamond wearing it in the ring. Sadly, it is no guarantee they will stay forever with you.

Throughout the years, I have seen many rings with lost diamonds.This unfortunate event can easily be avoided though, by regularly having your ring inspected by a professional. Even if at first glance your ring seems to be okay, upon closer inspection it can become clear this is not the case. A specialist can inspect the ring with a 10X magnifying loupe, catching any cracks, wear on the claws or any loose stones. Tightening the stones or even rebuilding the claws is a fraction of diamond replacement cost. We will be happy to supply the diamond if you need it.

At MAF Goldsmith we offer free jewelry inspections and cleaning.

Services we offer:

• All Jewellery repairs on all precious metals

• Ring sizing

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Kim ? Grande Prairie ProjectsLight Industrial• Grande Prairie Airport• IFC Fabrications• Canyon Technical Services

Commercial Construction • Contain Environments• Quartly Trucking• Alpine Pumpjacks (Weatherford) Wood Frame Construction (Residential)• Pinnacle/Cobble Stone Mac Buildings• Gurevitch Burnham Lawyers• Sage Energy Addition

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Unique Projects • Mission Pointe Apartments• City Splash Park• Grande Prairie Farmers Market

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Who We AreTurCon Construction Group has been operating in and around the Peace Region since January 1992. Owned and operated by Cliff Turner and Travis Miller, TurCon has been a mainstay in the Grande Prairie community for almost 25 years.

What We DoTurCon Construction is a General Contractor specializing in Tenant Improvements, Light Industrial, Residential and Commercial Construction. We offer a wide array of construction services including Design Build, Construction Management, Project Management and Consulting Services.

Design BuildLet us help you with the design, planning and construction of your project. Having TurCon as your

advocate during the design and planning phase can greatly reduce the costs associated with a job. Our knowledge and industry expertise can help reduce time frames and address issues before they reach the jobsite. We offer cost effective alternatives that can drastically reduce the price of building in today’s economy.

General ContractorHave a plan? No problem! 20+ years of experience has allowed us to build strong relationships with the industry’s best contractors. We will put your needs first and get you the best pricing for your project.

Construction Management andConsulting ServicesWe have completed a number of projects for clients as Construction Managers. With a set fee and management structure in place we are able to pass cost savings directly onto our clients while ensuring quality and specifications are met. As Consultants, we are able to assess jobs and ensure our clients are getting the best out of their project.

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Kelda Anderson • Owner & Yoga Teacher, Love Life Hot Yoga

But I don’t have time for YogaThis was my excuse for years! I worked 8am to 6pm everyday as well as

weekends and sometimes had to stay late if required. I didn’t want to

sign up for set sessions because I was never sure if I’d be able to make

it to class and it seemed that the classes I wanted to go to were early

evening, weekends, or during the day.

When I opened my studio I wanted everyone to be able to do yoga,

regardless of shape, age and schedule. We have early morning 6am

classes for the person who likes to get their workout over with, shower

and head straight to work. We have mid morning classes for people who

are retired or have school age children and need to relax, renew and

stretch. We have our Express Lunch yoga from 12:05pm to 12:50pm

where you get a complimentary lara bar, apple and a bottle of water. Our

1:30pm classes are popular for those who work shifts but want a more

physical class than the mid mornings. Our evening classes start at 5:30

and range from gentle hatha to hot power Vinyasa. Because we have 2

rooms at our studio we can now run 2 classes at a time, so often you’ll

have 2 classes to choose from at 7pm. Monday to Thursday we have

classes starting at 8:15 and 8:30pm for those night owl yogis. On

Saturdays we have classes running from 8:30am to 7pm ranging from hot

power, prenatal, kids and gentle restorative. Sundays are a time to rest

and relax, so we have a “by donation” karma class at noon followed by

gentle Vinyasa at 1:30pm.

With over 50 classes a week, there’s always something that will work for

you whether you need a specific time, or style. And if you can’t find a time

that works on our schedule, don’t forget that you can book private

sessions where we come to you or at our studio. Still don’t have time for

Yoga? How could you not have time for it?

Looking forward to seeing you in class.

Namaste,Kelda

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First Month Unlimited $99.95**

Drop-In Yoga $19.05

Yoga for Kids $10.00

10 Sessions $165.00

20 Sessions $295.00

6 Month Membership $159.95/month

12 Month Membership $139.95/month

It should be noted that a lot of people from all over the world give preference to yoga. For many people yoga can be considered as lifestyle. It is important to note that people of different age do yoga. Special attention should be focused on the fact that yoga is popular both among men and women. Children like yoga either. Thus, it is quite obvious that people take huge interest in yoga. In addition, huge demand for the best yoga videos for beginners, yoga books, mats and other accessories can completely confirm this fact. Let’s try to realize why so many people in different countries like yoga and what advantages it has.

First of all, it is necessary to note that there are different types of yoga. For instance, there are hatha yoga techniques and kundalini yoga. There is yoga for weight loss. It should be noted that every type of yoga has its own peculiarities. Depending on tasks, which you would like to achieve while doing yoga and features of your character you can choose the category of yoga that suits your needs in the best possible way.

Namaste. ~Kelda

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Dr. Jeff Falk

Dear Doctors:

I retired 5 years ago. My wife is after me for not seeing a dentist (last time was a few years ago), but my teeth look pretty good and absolutely nothing hurts. I brush and floss daily. What could be better than that?

A: Congratulations on taking care of your teeth. Yes, you should brush after eating – just about anything. Flossing will protect your gums against plaque buildup and reduce in-between-teeth cavities. The biggest factor we see with patients of your age group is that our health issues become a much larger part of our life. A 30's patient sees us twice a year and in many cases there are no cavities and no looming problems. In their 40's, we see gum recession (if that area has not been diligently dealt with) and the beginning of tooth breakdown. Many have at least one crown or perhaps more. In your 50's – many patients are in what is referred to as the 'Crown a Year Club' – or replacing the tooth annually that is causing the most grief. Note that we didn't say they just needed one crown a year – that is what their insurance may have contributed towards, and for some that is the invisible line. In your 60's (and often prior) other health issues come into play.



Patients develop diabetes in greater numbers, and blood thinning medications are very common. Each med will have a different side effect, and one is the drying up of saliva glands. The natural rinsing action from our saliva that kept you in decent shape in younger years evaporates, and it is not uncommon to see patients who now need professional hygiene appointments every 60-90 days. Without it, the plaque and calculus build up multiplies. We're not saying you have anything going on, but the chances greatly increase by ignoring your mouth. Get in to see a dentist you trust for a comprehensive checkup. He or she will see things you cannot.

This just might be one of those times that you have to concede and say to your wife - 'Honey, you're right!'

But Doc - It Doesn’t Hurt

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Dr. Jeff Falk

Our team of doctors routinely treats patients in a very large radius, from as far north as High Level to northern B.C.

If a patient is seeking a 'regular' GP office to take care of family and more routine procedures, we're here for you.

If you're seeking cosmetic services to not only make your mouth healthy but also make you look as good as you feel, come and visit us.

Pedo dentistry is and will continue to be their focus both with Dr. Michelle Bazinet as well as our new visiting pedo specialist, Dr. James Lipon. If you're curious about Botox/Dysport and what that may do for you from an appearance as well as a therapeutic procedure, please come see Dr. Sam Tsai.

We all wear many hats here. For those of you who recognize him, Grande Prairie welcomes back a native son Dr. Don Beeson who is a recent grad from UBC and loving being back home in the Peace Country. Whatever your need, or your family's need – we have the time, expertise and the facility to care for you!



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Got too much stuff?

Maybe it’s time to reclaim that area known as the garage or your basement or the extra bedroom. At County Stor-All storage in Grande Prairie, we have a property dedicated to storing your RV, jet skis, books, clothes, or other outdoor or household items currently cluttering up your space. We offer both indoor and outdoor (fenced) storage services with electronic coded security gates. When you store with County Stor-All Ltd., you are working with a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience. You can trust us with your precious items. Call us today to get your own storage space.

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Whether it’s seasonal storage or year-round, we have plenty of storing options at Grande Prairie’s County Stor-All Ltd. We don’t want to keep you from your stuff. That’s why we offer a safe, fenced-in facility that is available to you seven days a week with 12-hour or 24-hour access. We offer low cost options for all of our storage, whether it’s mini, warehouse or outdoor.

What Can I Store?Anything from furniture to vehicles and motorcycles; the space is yours to store what you need. In the past, people have stored everything from:

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Making every home a healthy home

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Asthma symptoms can appear at any time in life. It’s entirely possible to first develop asthma at age 50, 60 or even later in life.

Over 80% at asthma patients suffer from what’s called allergic asthma - triggered by things like pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and certain foods.

Dust. It’s everywhere. In the winter the dust circulates through our heating systems unabated. Did you know that in one ounce of dust there can be as many as 20,000 dust mites! Those critters love to eat the dead skin that we are constantly shedding. When they do, they excrete waste, just like us. That waste is extremely light and becomes air borne easily, where we breathe it in. It is a big part of the sufferings of those with allergies and other health conditions. The dust itself wreaks havoc at the cellular level. It’s important to get rid of as much dust as we can. To deal with dust effectively it must be attacked in the air, on surfaces and on flooring. We have the products you need to help rid your home of dust.

Our Air Purifiers use HEPA filtration (to get rid of and contain air borne contaminants), UV light and titanium dioxide (for the living organisms/bacteria/germs), carbon filter (for foul odours) and negative ions (to freshen the air). Some of our Air Purifiers and our space heater even remove living organisms from household surfaces and the nooks and

crannies they can hide in! Our vacuums are unparalleled at removing dust and debris from any kind of flooring. Our carpet/floor cleaner also removes deeply embedded dust and dirt from carpet and textured flooring. Together, these products will help to keep your home as dust free as possible. Come see us at the store to find out more.

TIPS: Vacuum mattress tops and sides thoroughly with your Aerus sidekick to remove the most debris possible. Ensure that your heater/ac ducts are cleaned regularly to keep dust from constantly circulating.

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Since 1990, Splatter Paintball has been servicing Canada for all your paintball needs. We stock a huge selection of the top brands in the game. Whether you are a first timer or a seasoned veteran, we have the gear and expertise to help you make the right decision. We also carry a great selection of Airsoft guns and accessories.

Extreme RC is also located with Splatter Paintball. We carry many brands of drones,

remote cars, trucks, planes, boats, tanks, and helicopters. This is just a small sample of what we offer; we have much, much more in stock including thousands of parts. Call one of our sales reps today and we can help you out with most of your RC needs.

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Making every home a healthy home

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• Vacuums• Vacuum Repairs & Service• Vacuum Supplies / Parts• Central Vacuums• Air Purifiers• Heaters• Water Purifiers• Laundry Pro• Floor/carpet scrubbers• & much more!

This month onlyFREE INDOOR AIRQUALITY TESTINGcall to book yours.

Asthma symptoms can appear at any time in life. It’s entirely possible to first develop asthma at age 50, 60 or even later in life.

Over 80% at asthma patients suffer from what’s called allergic asthma - triggered by things like pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and certain foods.

Dust. It’s everywhere. In the winter the dust circulates through our heating systems unabated. Did you know that in one ounce of dust there can be as many as 20,000 dust mites! Those critters love to eat the dead skin that we are constantly shedding. When they do, they excrete waste, just like us. That waste is extremely light and becomes air borne easily, where we breathe it in. It is a big part of the sufferings of those with allergies and other health conditions. The dust itself wreaks havoc at the cellular level. It’s important to get rid of as much dust as we can. To deal with dust effectively it must be attacked in the air, on surfaces and on flooring. We have the products you need to help rid your home of dust.

Our Air Purifiers use HEPA filtration (to get rid of and contain air borne contaminants), UV light and titanium dioxide (for the living organisms/bacteria/germs), carbon filter (for foul odours) and negative ions (to freshen the air). Some of our Air Purifiers and our space heater even remove living organisms from household surfaces and the nooks and

crannies they can hide in! Our vacuums are unparalleled at removing dust and debris from any kind of flooring. Our carpet/floor cleaner also removes deeply embedded dust and dirt from carpet and textured flooring. Together, these products will help to keep your home as dust free as possible. Come see us at the store to find out more.

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Kim ?What Made the Wise Men Wise?During the Christmas season, we hear about wise menwho came from the East to visit with the newborn baby of Mary. They probably made this journey around 4 BC and it is likely they came from present-day Africa. What characterized these wise men? What can we learn from them?

Firstly, they had the right motives. They had no secret agendas or hidden motives like King Herod did. He said he wanted to find the newborn to worship him; but, he wanted to eliminate the competition for his throne. If we are to be

wise, we do things with the right motives and endeavor to speak the truth in everything we do. It is important not allow insecurities and jealousies to hurt others.

The wise men were willing to go to great lengths to find the Messiah. They travelled vast distances to find him. We are wise when are willing to go further than most and search diligently for the things that are important. Wise people see the goal and are not hindered by the distance.

The wise men came to visit Jesus without expecting to receive something. In fact, they came bearing gifts. Too often, people only consider what they can get out of a relationship, unwilling to give much of anything. The selfish focus on receiving usually ends in disappointment, because rarely do others deliver to the level of warped expectations. Instead, the question could be, “What can I give?”

Let’s learn from the wise men.

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Have you ever wondered how anyone got the idea to start sleeping on springs in the first place?I mean, think about it for a minute, what would it feel like to lay down on the bare springs?

And why is it, that laying on springs with some kind of material over them, is considered any better?

The creation of a coil spring mattress was first documented, by patent, in 1865, and there have only been a couple of minor changes, to that original design, in the following 140 years.’

During that same period, we went from plowing fields

with oxen, to men living in space. Don’t you think it’s conceivable that we could find new ideas and materials to improve the mattresses we spend 1/3 of our life on?

The differences, between a regular coil spring mattress and a memory foam mattress, will be presented, to help you understand the difference.

The Difference In Total Body SupportOne way, in which a memory foam mattress is better for you is the characteristic of total body support.

A memory foam mattress and a coil spring mattress differ greatly in this respect. A coil spring mattress makes your body conform to it.

The pressure, or force, from the coil springs, in the mattress, is exerted against your body. It’s kind of like a push and shove match. You’re pushing down on the springs, forcing them to retreat and they’re shoving back against you, trying to uncoil.

On a coil spring mattress, your body must adjust to the mattress’s shape. This is why you complain of

sore muscles and stiffness, when you wake up in the morning.

With a memory foam mattress, the opposite happens. The foam material conforms to your body, because your body exerts it’s force onto it. So, as you lay down, you will feel the memory foam altering to accommodate you, leaving you with a feeling of total relaxation.

It is because of this ability, of a memory foam mattress, to totally support your body and adjust to your weight, that the movements of the other person in the bed will not affect you.

Since coil spring mattresses do not conform to you, they cannot spread your weight evenly.

Another Difference Is Temperature SensitivityAnother difference, between coil spring and memory foam mattresses, is that memory foam mattresses have the ability to respond to different temperatures.

The memory foam is able to sense the different temperatures of your body and either remain firm or

soften.

This leaves you with a nice cozy feeling when it has absorbed your heat and softened up.

Coil spring mattresses are unable to do this. They cannot react to your body heat, and this is why someone, who is sick with a fever, would feel more comfortable on a memory foam mattress.

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It doesn’t matter where you live; seeking out the best carpet cleaning companies is not at all difficult today. Carpet cleaning is something that you can find in just about any directory. Here are some ways to make sure that you select the right carpet cleaning services.

Start by talking to your neighbors and friends. Ask them what they do about carpet cleaning and if they hired any carpet cleaning companies what their recommendations would be. This will definitely save you a lot of time having to go through the telephone directory

and browsing through hundreds of names. Once you get the names of a few, take a look at their website to see if they have what it takes to clean your home; some carpet cleaning services also deal with upholstery cleaning and curtain cleaning.

Once you have shortlisted some of the better carpet cleaning companies, you can call them in for a discussion. If you have any expensive or antique carpets, check out their credentials as well as qualifications to make sure they know how to handle them. Once you are satisfied with everything, then you may arrange a date and time when they can come and provide you their carpet cleaning services.

Before you take the help of the carpet cleaning services, it would be wise to carry out some preventive maintenance on your own when it comes to taking care of your carpets. Make sure

you vacuum clean your carpet at least once a week. This will remove the grime and dust and assist in conditioning the fibers of your carpet. Keep a watch out for spots and stains and do your best to get them out as quickly as possible. This will make your carpet last much longer. Besides, it will mean that the quantity of treatments that the carpet cleaning companies will need to use to clean your carpet will be reduced.

Some of the carpet cleaning companies might provide you with a follow-up service once the first round of cleaning is done. This could show a service commitment. The carpet cleaning services might also provide you with extra options like stain protection. This will extend the life of your carpet and the majority of carpet cleaners recommend this.

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Have you ever wondered how anyone got the idea to start sleeping on springs in the first place?I mean, think about it for a minute, what would it feel like to lay down on the bare springs?

And why is it, that laying on springs with some kind of material over them, is considered any better?

The creation of a coil spring mattress was first documented, by patent, in 1865, and there have only been a couple of minor changes, to that original design, in the following 140 years.’

During that same period, we went from plowing fields

with oxen, to men living in space. Don’t you think it’s conceivable that we could find new ideas and materials to improve the mattresses we spend 1/3 of our life on?

The differences, between a regular coil spring mattress and a memory foam mattress, will be presented, to help you understand the difference.

The Difference In Total Body SupportOne way, in which a memory foam mattress is better for you is the characteristic of total body support.

A memory foam mattress and a coil spring mattress differ greatly in this respect. A coil spring mattress makes your body conform to it.

The pressure, or force, from the coil springs, in the mattress, is exerted against your body. It’s kind of like a push and shove match. You’re pushing down on the springs, forcing them to retreat and they’re shoving back against you, trying to uncoil.

On a coil spring mattress, your body must adjust to the mattress’s shape. This is why you complain of

sore muscles and stiffness, when you wake up in the morning.

With a memory foam mattress, the opposite happens. The foam material conforms to your body, because your body exerts it’s force onto it. So, as you lay down, you will feel the memory foam altering to accommodate you, leaving you with a feeling of total relaxation.

It is because of this ability, of a memory foam mattress, to totally support your body and adjust to your weight, that the movements of the other person in the bed will not affect you.

Since coil spring mattresses do not conform to you, they cannot spread your weight evenly.

Another Difference Is Temperature SensitivityAnother difference, between coil spring and memory foam mattresses, is that memory foam mattresses have the ability to respond to different temperatures.

The memory foam is able to sense the different temperatures of your body and either remain firm or

soften.

This leaves you with a nice cozy feeling when it has absorbed your heat and softened up.

Coil spring mattresses are unable to do this. They cannot react to your body heat, and this is why someone, who is sick with a fever, would feel more comfortable on a memory foam mattress.

Plan a trip toThe Bed Shoppe to try lying on the coil mattress vs. the memory foam mattress and see if you don’t agree that there’s no comparison in comfort levels.

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Kim ?From small towns to big cities, there is usually a law on the books that tells property owners what they need to do after a snowfall. You’re most likely required to shovel sidewalks within a certain timeframe, like before 24-hours ticks by. If you own an apartment or commercial building, its common sense to clear all paths quickly to avoid the possibility of someone slipping on your property and filing a lawsuit. In Grande Prairie we know all about the big snowfalls. 1.Safety. Aside from the liability issues that could crop up if someone hurts themselves on your property, it’s just a neighborly thing to do. It makes traveling easier and

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NAPA Auto Parts stores offer a wide range of replacement parts, accessories, supplies, tools and equipment and quality products to the consumer groups that make up our clientele, namely, repair shops, commercial fleet operators, professional mechanics, do-it-yourselfers, and automobile owners. All of NAPA’s products, from the best-known brand names to private brands such as NAPA, UltraPro, UltraCraft and BodyPro, have become synonymous with “reliability” and “affordability.”

At NAPA Auto Parts in Grande Prairie we’ve got the NAPA Know How!

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It is important that today’s vehicles receive regular maintenance and NAPA Auto Parts is proud to be a supplier here in Grande Prairie to the professional repair shops that help keep your vehicle operating in peak condition.

But if you like working on your own vehicle, stop in and speak with our knowledgeable staff.They’ll be happy to help you with anything you need to help keep your vehicle pretty inside and out, such as truck accessories, performance parts, paint and body repair parts, car care items, filters and lubrication, and lots more.

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