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What is a Home Equity Line of Credit?

Manulife Bank has the BEST program in the marketplace, and it is called Manuone. It is a chequing/savings/car loan/mortgage/line of credit all in one. Your income pays the principle of the debt down first and they only charge you interest on the amount you are borrowing. Looking to finance your home renovations or needs an extra $400 month in retirement NON TAXABLE income?

Healthy Apple Pie Breakfast Parfaits

INGREDIENTS: 1 Tbsp coconut oil, 2 apples chopped, 1 tsp maple syrup, 2 tsp cinnamon, ¼ cup chia seeds, ¼ quick oats, 1 ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk, ½ cup granola, ½ cup coconut yogurt. DIRECTIONS: Heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the apples, syrup, and cinnamon. Sauté until apples are softened and starting to caramelize about 6 – 8 minutes. Stir together the chia seeds, oats and almond milk. Set aside. Once the apples are done, remove from heat and prepare parfaits. Divide chia-oat pudding evenly between four jars. Top with 2 tablespoons of granola, 1/4 of the apples and top with 2 tablespoons of coconut yogurt. Enjoy!

Look for Local at Sobeys

Perfect Pierogies is proud to be a 100% Canadian, privately-owned and operated food manufacturing company. Located in the town of Garson, Manitoba, they produce homemade, superior-tasting pierogies with tender dough made from scratch, packed with freshly made fillings including potato and cheddar, sauerkraut, cottage cheese, spinach and feta, spicy chili, and vegan cheddar and dill. Their ingredients list includes only the freshest and highest-quality products found throughout Manitoba from local, celebrated companies such as Bothwell Cheese, FreshCut Locally Ltd. and Elman’s Kosher Foods. Look for Manitoba-made Perfect Pierogies the next time you do your grocery shopping at Sobeys.

Meet Dr. Robert Hogarth

Dr. Hogarth has been helping patients feel better since 2014. He is a graduate of the Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary and the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine at Boston University. Dr. Hogarth is a member of various professional organizations such as the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Holistic Dental Association, and the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine. His interests include metal-free dentistry, zirconia implants, TMJ dysfunction/myofascial pain treatment and sleep therapy. Fontana and Red Light Laser therapy, Oxone and PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) are some common tools he uses in his treatments.

Book Club

Burnout – The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle – By Emily Nagoski PhD and Amelia Nagoski DMA. This ground-breaking book explains why women experience burnout differently than men—and provides a simple, practical plan to help women minimize stress, manage emotions, and live a more joyful life. With the help of eye-opening science, prescriptive advice, and helpful worksheets and exercises, all women will find something transformative in these pages—and will be empowered to create positive change.

Emergency Lock Box

Have you ever asked yourself, how could I be rescued if my door was locked? Time is of the essence during a fire or medical emergency. Install a Lock Box – a small weather-resistant metal box that securely holds a set of keys. Should an emergency occur while you are unable to open the door or get out of the residence, Brandon Fire & Emergency Services (BFES) can access your property without having to break-in. Contact Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. for more information.

Men’s Club

Did you know that Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. had a Men’s Club? For approximately 2.5 years, the Men’s Club has created a workspace where like-minded men can work shoulder-to-shoulder. Local volunteer men created this club to address a growing need to supply a safe space for men to meet weekly, share ideas, life experiences and supply value to Brandon. If you are interested in becoming a member to take part in workshops, presentations, games, small projects or just a friendly male voice, then please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or (204) 571-2050. The group meet every Wednesday from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM at 311 Park Avenue East in Brandon.