Dear Colleagues,

The Newsletter for December 2005 is covering the regular topics and is in the spirit of the calendar year’s end and our activities; the build up and expansion of ABEC. We are thankful to all Members who supported us with the membership, encouraged us in our activities and helped us with ideas and gave us their time when we needed assistance. Our sincere hope is that this Association continues to grow, and becomes enriched with a wide range of services, which will help the well being of all its Members now and in the future.

From COSTI York Region Employment Resource Centres

Hello everyone,

Please find attached our December 2005 Workshop Calendar. If you have any questions please give us a call.

MarkhamDec2005.doc
VaughanDec2005.doc

Jacquie Quinnell

Assistant Manager

COSTI York Region Employment Resource Centres

905.947.0172 ext 22 (Markham ERC)
905.669.5627 ext 400 (Vaughan ERC)

 

http://www.derc.ca/

The Dufferin Mall Employment Resource Centre, funded by the Toronto.

The DERC is a self-directed Centre and registration is required to use the facilities.  Resources include: knowledgeable and experienced staff, résumé critiques and clinics, workshops, special speaker's series, referrals to community resources, use of the Internet, computers, photocopier, phones, fax machines,
business directories, reference books, videos, small business resources, labour market information, career planning and work search information, and education and skills training information

http://www.skillsforchange.org/

http://www.skillsforchange.org/techskills/index.html

Brown Fleming Catholic Adult Center
870 Queen Street West
Tel.905-891-3034

Website: www.dpcdsb.org/coopcentre

http://www.thesudburystar.com

http://www.ospreycareers.com

http://www.careerladder.ca

"Workplace Safety & Insurance Board". -- www.wsib.on.ca, and be aware- Your Health and Safety Rights and Responsibilities.

Some of the important links for safety that you can look into. A safe and healthy workplace is everyone's responsibility.

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1/10/2005  - Human activities, notably the building of coastal resorts and the destruction of natural protection, contributed to the enormous loss of life from killer tidal waves that hit the shores of the Indian Ocean after an earthquake.
Jeff McNeely, chief scientist of the Swiss-based World Conservation Union (IUCN), who lived for several years in Indonesia and Thailand, two of the countries hit by Sunday's disaster, said it was "nothing new for nature" in a geologically active region.
"What has made this a disaster is that people have started to occupy part of the landscape that they shouldn't have occupied," he told AFP in a telephone interview from Paris. "Fifty years ago the coastline was not densely occupied as now by tourist hotels."
The hotels did not replace traditional villages because the villagers built inland, McNeely said.
"What has also happened over the last several decades is that many mangroves have been cleared to grow shrimp ponds so that we, here in Europe, can have cheap shrimp," he added.
"The mangroves were all along the coasts where there are shallow waters. They offered protection against things like tsunamis. Over the last 20-30 years, "they were cleared by people who didn't have the long-term knowledge of why these mangroves should have been saved, by outsiders who get concessions from the governments and set up shrimp or prawn farms."
The shrimps and prawns are sold to Europeans and other foreigners "at a price that does not include the environmental cost which is being paid today," McNeely said.
The same thing has been happening with the coral reefs that also provided protection to the coast, he explained.
"When a tsunami comes in, it first hits the coral reef, which slows it down, and then it hits the mangroves that further slow it down. It may get through that but by then a lot of the energy has already been dissipated."
Conservationists in India and Srilanka and Thailand had warned that mangroves had tremendous value for conservation and to protect the coastline, McNeely said.
On the other hand, the quake would not have been a disaster for local wildlife still left in the affected areas, he added.
"Those living along the coast are seldom particularly rare, that's not a rare habitat, the mangroves are not particularly rich in species, the species that live there are used to typhoons, to storms and all that.
"Animals are smart enough to move."
More than 23,000 people were killed in India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, the Maldives, Myanmar and Thailand as a result of the massive quake off the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Many victims were European and other holidaymakers swept away when the waves hit beach resorts. But the bulk of the dead were residents of coastal towns inundated by waves more than 10 metres high and fishermen living in flimsy housing along the shores of the Indian Ocean. Full Story - TerraDaily http://www.terradaily.com/2004/041227155435.4ap75nje.html

Icewine often described as a "liquid gold", this aromathic sweet and silky smooth desert wine is created from grapes that have naturally frozen on the vines. A rare and special treet to appreciate by itself or with less-sweet desserts. Wineries - A picturesque drive down a world-famous wine route, savour an exquisite vintage, experience in the Wine Country. Discover Niagara's Wineries, award-winning and second to none.Take a day trip.

 The Secret of Great Wines is found in the Vineyard.

Reif Estate Winery welcomes you to experience outstanding Wines of Ontario produced from premium grape varieties as well as time honoured winemaking techniques, passed down over thirteen generations.
Winemakers for 13 generations, this family estate are internationally recognized for Icewines, VQA - Vintners Quality Alliance Wines and Innovative Vanetals. Winemakers, Roberto DiDomenico and Klaus Reif produce wines from the winery's 135-acre vineyard and age them in authentic oak casks in underground cellars. Reif Estate Winery opened in 1983 with a commitment to combining time-honored tradition with modern technology. Wines produced at Reif are truly estate bottled. Large underground barrel aging cellar allows to create outstanding limited edition wines such as premium oak aged Chardonnay Reserve, three different barrel segregated, unfiltered Chardonnays and a unique and sophisticated barrel fermented Gewurztraminer. Located on the Niagara River Parkway (major tourist route), Reif Estate hosts visitors from around the world daily.

The retail outlet on the premises is open daily from 10am-5pm and public tours are held throughout the summer at 1:30pm.

Private groups are welcome by appointment.

R.R. #1

15608 Niagara Parkway

Niagara on the Lake ON

L0S 1J0
P: (905) 468-7738
F: (905) 468-5878

http://www.reifwinery.com      

The Reif family tradition of winemaking began over half a century ago in Germany’s Neustadt of the renowned Rhine region and in 1977 transcended to the fertile banks of the Niagara River which were selected to establish new world class vineyards. Following six years of careful nurturing, the vineyard’s potential became evident, and in 1983 the Reif family opened the doors of Reif Estate Winery to the public.
President Klaus Reif holds degrees in both Oenology and Viticulture from the world famous University for winemaking in Geisenheim and in 1983 made a commitment to combine time-honoured traditions with modern technology. It is under his watchful eye that Reif produces wines that are truly estate bottled as only grapes, harvested from the 135-acre vineyard are used to produce premium quality wines. Every effort is made to limit the interference of man in this delicate process; belief at Reif Estate is that "Nature makes wine."
In 1990 Roberto DiDomenico, a graduate from University of Guelph with a specialized honors microbiology degree, as the newest winemaker, joined Klaus. Klaus and Rob work closely in developing the vineyards by pruning and thinning the vines to produce small yields of exceptional quality. They continually explore new territory and probe for new styles while relying on a firm background of time honored traditions in winemaking. Reif Estate grows and produces traditional vinifera grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot as well as produces unique and exciting wines such as Icewines, Shiraz and Zinfandel.
 

Welcome to the Grape & Wine Festival

For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada's most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From Gala evenings, outdoor Icewine café’s, ornate ice bars and Icewine Dinners, to roasting chestnuts, frozen grape picking and carriage rides along Niagara's famed wine route, the 11th edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste.

Click HERE to see information on the Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Classic Weekend Experience http://www.grapeandwine.com/guide/program_page.cfm?RecordID=79
Click HERE to see our On-Line Program of Events. http://www.grapeandwine.com/guide/index.cfm

- To Search for Ice-wine Festival Events by type or find information on featured accommodations and wine tours, simply click on the appropriate button on the box to the left of your screen.
- To Search for Ice-wine Festival Events chronologically by day, week end, week or month click on the "Events Search" http://www.grapeandwine.com/calendar/index.cfm the top left of your screen.
- For more information on what to do and where to stay please click on the Featured Button on the right or click on the "Visiting Niagara" http://www.grapeandwine.com/visiting_niagara/ button on the top of this page.
- To order Icewine Winery Touring Passports click on the "Shop Online" https://www.securewebexchange.com/grapeandwine.com/ button on the left of your screen or click here
Cheers!

 
2006

Dear Colleagues, The Council of the Association of Bulgarian Engineers in Canada – ABEC is sending a most cordial Christmas Greetings to all Bulgarian Engineers in Canada. Wishing you peace, joy and friendship for the Christmas Season and throughout the New Year!!! Let our hard work lead to the fulfillment of all goals for our families!! Merry Christmas and a Happy 2006 New Year!! Vessela Koleda!!
Pauline LoultchevaLawrence President of ABEC Tel: 905 832-4451 p_lawrence@abec.ca www.abec.ca		Nikolay Paskalev Vice President of ABEC Tel: 416 839-1569 n_paskalev@abec.ca www.abec.ca