It’s impossible to relay a life time of memories in a blog. Harder still to write about them on the heels of the untimely and painful loss of a life-long friend. But I owe it to my friend Alain “Boo” Bouillon to try.
I first met Boo in elementary school. My early memories were of a highly energetic, physically strong and precocious young man. He was shaving…
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I saw this quote this morning and I was inspired to capture some of the things that visions of countries, teams or even individuals have delivered to the world because they were too driven (or stubborn ;-) to be silenced or demotivated by the naysayers.
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This story was originally written by my eldest son, Lark, for Billy Pellow's Chapleau Trails book of local stories. I recently re-read it when Brian brought it by my new place in Hamilton to remind me of all the family and to re-live my experience through Lark's words and our old family pictures. Thanks Lark for documenting this story of my life with my own family and with Esher and our four boys.
I was originally nervous about Lark sending the story to Billy for his book but…
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As an expat, vacations usually mean going home and trying to jam…
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Are you having problems in generating good quality leads? If yes, then you are not alone. This is common among many business organizations. It is quite difficult to generate good quality leads in business consistently, especially without the help of trained professionals. Let us now learn about some of the common lead generation challenges which business owners and marketing professionals often face during their lead generation…
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When it comes to laboratory tables, longevity isn't just a bonus, it is expected. Between chemical spills, heavy equipment and the occasional mishap, a lab table needs the strength of heavy weight machinery. That being said, there are specific qualities of lab tables that make this happen, such as the following.
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Forklifts are the heavy machinery that does all of the heavy lifting in the industrial world. They lift, they haul and they swerve through tight aisles to get the job done. But even the most seasoned forklift can use a little help. These come in the form of forklift attachments. These handy add-ons take your standard forklift and turn it into a multi-purpose machine.
Because of this, more and more companies have started investing in attachments for their forklifts. This translates to…
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In today’s fast-changing world, diversity and inclusion aren't just trendy ideas — they are essential for a company's growth and success. Businesses that focus on creating a truly inclusive environment experience greater innovation, stronger teamwork, and happier employees. They also become magnets for top talent and develop a progressive brand image.
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