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Dec '21

Snotty Noses and Sticky Fingers | Tayo Elnathan

THE YEAR IN REVIEW It is December! Once again, the year is coming to an end quite quickly. December is a month that needs no heralding or announcement. It may be the snowy streets, the decorated houses, the Christmas music playing on the radio, the sudden smell of cinnamon and warm vanilla in the air,…

Nov '21

Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine | Approved for Children by Health Canada

The vaccine is approved for people who are 5 years of age and older. Its safety and effectiveness in people younger than 5 years of age have not yet been established. Effectiveness Clinical trials showed that beginning 1 week after the second dose, the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty®COVID vaccine was about: 95% effective in protecting trial…

Nov '21

The Tayo Elnathan Show | Self Awareness

Tayo Elnathan discusses self awareness with trusted friend Kemi Aina in this episode of the Tayo Elnathan show. What is self awareness? Self-awareness is the ability to see yourself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection. Self awareness is knowing who you are so you can be at peace with yourself. The science and…

Nov '21

Staying Safe This Winter | Tayo Elnathan

The winter weather is upon us again—it is that time of the year. The leaves are on the ground, and we have all experienced the first snow/blizzard. First of all, there is a lot to be thankful for. We have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and more. Now, we look forward to Christmas, and…

Nov '21

Recipes | Lorrie Morales

Recently, my sister texted me wanting to know who had mom’s cinnamon bun recipe. An acquaintance told me she loved her Bubba’s Borscht soup recipe and a friend gave me a jar of homemade grape jam that her husband prepared from grapes he had grown. There are cut from old magazines, written on 2…

Nov '21

Remembering the Fallen | Lorrie Morales

When I was teaching Middle School years ago, I was always astonished at the solemness and quiet reflection of students as they sat in their seats during our assembly for Remembrance Day. These normally robust, energetic and distracted teenagers were able to sit silently, watching and reflecting as images of Peace Keepers, World…