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Calves in the Grass at Mile Hill Farm
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Invites
applications for: The
Program Development Intern is responsible for developing outreach
strategies and resources to increase awareness of, and access to, all
PARO programs and services. To
be eligible for this position, individuals must: *
be between 15 AND 30 YEARS OF AGE (INCLUSIVELY)
at the time of hiring *
be registered as full-time students in the previous academic
year, and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next
academic year *
be students in a secondary, post-secondary, vocational or
technical program, but not attending full-time classes while employed *
be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or persons on whom
refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and
Refugee Protection Act *
be legally entitled to work according to relevant federal and
provincial/territorial legislation and regulations *
not hold another full-time (30 or more hours) summer job during
the placement Hours
of Work:
MINIMUM
OF 35 hours
(Some evening
and weekend work required when attending PARO Events, AGM, and Strategic
Planning, or when impending deadlines necessitate.)
DEADLINE
for application: 12
P.M. Monday, June 5th, 2006 PARO
Centre for Women’s Enterprise,
110-105
May
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Fueling Connections Northern
Opportunities for Women: "NOW" A Regional Outreach and
Awareness Development Initiative |
This
week, Laura Diamond, PARO’s Regional Development Coordinator of the
Northern Opportunities for Women project (NOW on the Road) traveled
East, with our Women’s Enterprise Centre Business Counselors to
Nipigon, Red Rock, Schreiber, Terrace Bay, Marathon, Manitouwadge,
Longlac and Geraldton. It was an interesting partnership building, and
information gathering experience. We look forward to the next PARO
on Wheels trip which will be June 6th and 7th
to Atikokan,
A big
thank you to all who came out and supported our Official Launch and
Press Conference for the “Northern Opportunities for Women” or NOW
Project last Friday. As the pictures show, it was a huge success.
On
Wednesday, your NOW representative attended an “Income Security Reform
Workshop” hosted by the Income Security Advocacy Centre and the
Thunder Bay Economic Justice Committee. Several models that are being
considered for proposal to the new Minister of Community and Social
Services, Madeleine Meilleur, were discussed. Ms. Meilleur has indicated
that reforming social assistance will be one of her first priorities.
Subject matter included: political context for First Nations, how
the proposed Child Benefit should be delivered and identifying core
principles to be used to evaluate the reform proposals.
The group was very involved and came up with some proactive
suggestions that the organizers will be considering when approaching the
issue. We’ll keep you
posted on how these new reforms may affect women and their families and
how you can become involved. For some background information you can go
to www.omssa.com or www.dailybread.ca.
The website www.torontoalliance.ca
also has information. Look
for the MISWAA Report.
If
you want to start a
Look
at us NOW. We look forward to meeting you!

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NOW Press Conference
Friday May 26th





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Business Development Programs |
Are you a Woman with a Disability?
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Connecting You to a Fit and healthy Lifestyle... |
For
example, a fifty year old who douses his lungs with nicotine and
builds his food pyramid with chopped liver and sausage actually
may have the body a sixty-five year because of the destruction
he is doing. While a fifty year old who eats well, stays away
from toxins, and takes care of her body with moderate physical
activity could have the body of a 36 year old.
To
show you the power you have, consider this: You control more
that 70 percent of how well and how long your live. By the time
you reach 50, your lifestyle dictates 80 percent of how you age;
the rest is controlled by inherited genetics. - You:
The Owner’s Manual
How
are you controlling your 70 percent?
Make
it an excellent week!! Get up and get going!
Deb
Deb
Coulis - Lifestyle Coach
Coulis
Connection
Cell:
807 628 2408 Ph:
807 935 2484 Fax:
807 935 2484 www.coulisconnection.com
"Connecting
You to a Fit and Healthy Lifestyle"
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PARO Presents |

PARO Presents is NOW OPEN MONDAYS -
If you are available to work in the store, and would like to receive training on a Monday or an alternate day during regular store hours, please contact Maria Talarico at 625-0328 or email mariat@paro.ca for more info.
Check Out Our Yard Sale!
New Items Arriving Weekly
Browse at PARO Presents anytime between 10am and 5pm Monday through Saturday
Other Services
Spring is here...drop off your dry cleaning today at PARO Presents
Supreme
Cleaners
Dry Cleaning and Alterations Depot
PARO
Presents 111 N. May St. 623-2200
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Bits and Pieces From the Desk of the Executive Director |
I have always
believed that, you
can have anything you want out of life, but first you must know what you
want. During
the summer, when you are relaxed and taking a break, it is a good time
to think about what you
want.
“A
goal is an objective, a purpose. A goal is more than a dream; it’s a
dream being acted upon. A goal is more than a hazy “Oh, I wish I could
. . . A goal is clear . . . This is what I am working toward.”-
David J. Schwartz, The
Magic of Thinking Big.
Examples
of possible goals- some are personal, but all will impact your success:
Maintain
a positive attitude
Expect
the best in all situations
Read
a self-improvement book each month
Increase
confidence by speaking at events
Eat
six small meals a day
Eat
daily multivitamins
Spend
a weekend this month to enjoy nature
Learn
to play a musical instrument
Invest
in training to increase my business skills
Call
on 20% more customers a week
Follow
up sales with thank you notes
Save
10% of my income
Increase
business revenues by 10% this year
Connect
with one person each month to help further my business connections
I
would love to hear what goals you have set, and how successful you were
on carrying them out.
Roz
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PARO Leads & Links Networking Event |
PARO
Centre invites
all
Members and their families & friends
to attend
Sizzling
Potluck BBQ
To be held at Rosalind Lockyer’s backyard
1660
Hwy 61
(1st
house on the left past 15th side road coming from TB)
near Uncle Frank’s Supper Club on Hwy 61 South
the Woods Family
of
Thunder Bay Aviation
on
their experience in working in a "family" run business.
Pros and Cons. The ups and downs.
How to keep peace and more.
A dynamic family who I have tremendous respect for.
For
the kids – FREE Hot Dogs
we will have entertainment (Jim
n’ I), games and crafts
Your
own place setting (plate & utensils), lawn chair / blankets/beverages
We
are looking for a few items for donations:
·
Door
prizes
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Children craft
items (fruit loops, string,
paper plates, glue, streamers, paint & brushes, crayons, beans
&/or rice),
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Children
prizes for games
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Folding
tables
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Tents
/ Gazebos
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Donor
of hot dogs & buns for kids
RSVP
No later than
indicating the dish, the number of adults and children attending
by emailing graphx@tbaytel.net
or calling Deborah at 935-2685
If
you are donating any of the items above or
available to help volunteer with kids or setting up please let us know
when you RSVP.
FREE Admission
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Biz and Bagel |
Join us for the next Biz and Bagel on Wednesday June 7th, 2006
Featuring Linda Spooner
presenting
Listen to the Whispers - A Presentation on Ovarian Cancer Awareness
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If
you have a Biz and Bagel topic you would like to be presented, like to be
a guest speaker or know of someone who may be interested, please contact
Lori @ loriw@paro.ca or 625-0328
This program is
funded by the Government of Canada
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Building & Store Front Available |
Large 3 Story House on 4 Lots (Rent or Sale)
225 N. Syndicate Ave. (just up from the Elks Club, same side next block)
Could be developed into Apartments, Offices (Dr., Lawyer etc), Businesses
Contact Peter Shelepiuk at above address until June 10th or in Duncan, BC 250-748-7499
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Looking for interested people who would like to rent a store front and to open a business.
Located at
Has a lot of potential and is a good location for a new starter that would like to have an business adventure instead of doing this from home
Also located there, existing two businesses that
don't take up much room. Looking for venders that would be
interested to come in, gift basket can accommodate just about all occasions,
if interested in selling teas, crafts, clothing this may be of your
interest as well as candles oils extra,
Rent is already paid it
is $668 plus hydro separate meter from the back we have a person who
makes furniture as well in the back
Please contact Sherry at
683-1251
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Community Events |
The Third Annual Sleeping Giant Writers Festival
August 25, 26 & 27, 2006
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel Thunder Bay, Ontario
To register go to www.sleepinggiantwriters.com
Or
for further information, contact:
Cynthia
Cooper (807) 475-5755
Vivian Hay (807) 475-4515
Marion Poutanen (807) 344-1906 or (807) 768-9458
WORKSHOPS WITH:
The Writers:
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NEED
TO TALK?
Meeting
at the Grann Gallery
Wednesday
May 31st
Urban
Aboriginal Task Force
Dialouge
and plenary on Aboriginal Arts and Heritage in
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Health Minute |
20/20 Summer Salad...
Long,
sunny days are blissful for the soul but so-so for your sight.
The problem isn't just the squinting and headaches caused by sun
glare; it's the deeper-down damage ultraviolet light can do to the
retina and lens. The remedy: wearing sunglasses more often than a rock
star, and making crunchy green salads a staple. Why? Bushels of green
veggies -- zucchini, spinach, broccoli, kale, romaine, and collard
greens -- are loaded with lutein and zeaxanthin, the nutrient combo
that's become famous for being a vision saver.
Source: www.realage.com
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PARO Events Calendar |
The PARO events calendar will list all dates, times and places of events that will be held during the next few months. Unless otherwise specified, events will be held @ PARO Place. Please contact the office at 625-0328 for any information. All Biz and Bagels will take place from 12:15pm until 1:15pm.
June
7th - Biz and Bagel ~ Linda Spooner ~ Listen to the Whispers - A Presentation on Ovarian Cancer Awareness
14th - Biz and Bagel ~ TBA
21st - Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce After Business ~ Travelodge Airlane 5-7PM
28th - PARO Leads & Links ~ BBQ Sizzle & Potluck ~ 1660 Highway 61 (Roz's Place) 5PM-7PM ~ Family Event ~ Everyone Welcome ~ Bring a Friend and your Family ~ RSVP June 21st 935-2685 or graphx@tbaytel.net
July
3rd - PARO Centre Closed for Canada Day
26th - PARO Leads & Links ~ TBA
August
7th - Civic Holiday ~ PARO Centre Closed
23rd - PARO Leads & Links ~ TBA
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Weekly Inspiration |
Boldly explore your dreams
As
we grow older, we reflect upon our lives—the things that we have done
and the things we didn't do. Don't let this happen
to you! What would you do if you knew you could not fail? Imagine the
difference this could make in your life. Imagine how fearlessly you
would march into that delivery room! Break the habits of fear that are
holding you back and forget the hundreds of distractions
that seem to justify not trying new things! Achieve your dreams, take
risks, build your vision and go boldly towards it.
Source:
Babyfit.com
Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things
that you didn't do than by the ones you did do.
So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the
trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
- Mark Twain, American writer
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There
once was a woman who woke up one morning, looked in the
mirror, and noticed she had only three hairs on her head. |
Have an groovy weekend!!!
LORI
PS....if you have pictures of you at your business or with you family, your pet or a special picture and want to feature it on the PARO Link....send it to info@paro.ca
PARO Centre For Women's Enterprise - 110-105 May Street
North, Thunder Bay, ON P7C 3N9
Tel: 807.625.0328 Fax:
807.625.0317 Website: http://www.paro.ca Email: info@paro.ca
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