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Medium Sun Room
Example of a mid-sized mountain style sunroom design
Laundry Laundry Room
I will never forgive Ticketmaster for waitlisting me for the toronto shows even tho there's 6 dates 😭😭😭😭😭
they'd say I played the field before I found someone to commit to...
CAPTIVE PRINCE AND FENCE ARE BEING SOLD IN CANADIAN BOOKSTORES !!! 🇨🇦 🗣️🗣️🗣️
I dropped my peace tea onto the subway tracks so if you don’t hear from me again this is why
Fire Pit - Contemporary Landscape
Photo of a large, modern, brick, fully-shaded backyard garden in the summer.
My favourite artist: “I’m going on tour!”
The canadian dates:
Vancouver, BC
Toronto, ON
Montreal, QC
In Toronto I learned the origins of the handshake: "Hockey historians say the handshake dates to English settlers in Canada, who preached an upper-class version of sportsmanship in the 19th century. Soon, tough kids in urban and prairie rinks began imitating imagined dukes and earls of the old country." -George Vecsey I also was reinvigorated by the fact that Canadians are known for respect for the game of hockey: "In this jersey, I promise to play for logo on the front, not the name on the back" -Sidney Crosby So I wanted to share some random pictures from the rest of my Toronto trip. Massey Hall, the Hockey Hall of Fame, and late-night journeys that began in Ossington and ended in new, strange, and amazing places, with new, strange, and amazing people. Thanks Toronto, it's been a productive visit. I can't wait to return. . . . . . . #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #travel #Toronto #blessed #leader #thankful #quotes #legacy #hustle #Canada #nhl #hockey #friends (at The Communist's Daughter)
"Is hockey hard? I don't know, you tell me. We need to have the strength and power of a football player, the stamina of a marathon runner, and the concentration of a brain surgeon. But we need to put all this together while moving at high speeds on a cold and slippery surface while 5 other guys use clubs to try and kill us. Oh yeah, did I mention that this whole time we're standing on blades 1/8 of an inch thick? Is ice hockey hard? I don't know, you tell me... Next question." -Brendan Shanahan I feel the 1972 Summit Series area was, aside from the Esso Great Hall, my favorite part of the Hockey Hall of Fame. I wasn't around for another decade, but I relived the series through family, rebroadcasts on television, and eventually a made for tv movie. I only wish you could hear Foster Hewitt scream the, "Henderson! Henderson has scored for Canada!" as soon as you step foot in the area. . . . . . . #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #thankful #leader #legend #legacy #hustle #Canada #canadian #nhl #hockey #hockeyhalloffame #summit (at Hockey Hall of Fame)
"I've been gifted. The world is full of people who not only haven't been gifted, but have had something taken away from them. All I have to do is see one of them, some little girl who can't walk, and then I don't think I'm such a hero anymore. I think that compared to them, I'm a very small article." -Bobby Orr Here I stand in the heart of the cathedral of hockey itself. The Esso Great Hall of The Hockey Hall of Fame. I wish Instagram could upload panoramic photos. Originally built in 1885, and home to all of the major NHL trophies we dreamed of hoisting as children. All three variations of Lord Stanley's cup exist here. The oldest, when decommissioned; painstakingly deconstructed piece by piece, flattened, and put on displayed in frame; like a body's ribs in medical textbook. Lithograph photos of the hall of fame players/coaches/announcers, line every surface, and I could spend a day wandering around just this room finding my hero's, and the legends I learned about growing up. The giant stained glass skylight illuminates everything with a warm glow. I know I'll be back. . . . . . . #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #travel #Toronto #hockey #hockeyhalloffame #nhl #leader #hero #blessed #thankful #legacy #canadian #canada #quotes #cathedral #stainedglass #humble (at Hockey Hall of Fame)
"What makes night within us may leave stars." -Victor Hugo Younge-Dundas Square is an oasis of light in the dark Toronto night. After the earlier festivities down in Ossington, I find an all night coffee shop/dive restaurant; the kind that serves 24/7 breakfast, and make myself at home. Staring across the street at Massey Hall, I realize there are much worse places to find myself working on spreadsheets and catching up on emails. After a meal, and a cup of rocket fuel, I decide to stop exploring for the evening, and head back to the hotel for a few moments of sleep before its time for calls and meetings. #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #thankful #coffee #massey #eatoncentre #allnighter #travel #exploring (at CF Toronto Eaton Centre)
"A house is not a home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as the body." -Benjamin Franklin The food at One Restaurant is so good it reminded me of family dinners over Christmas, in Edmonton, with family when I was a child. When I was looking up the quote; so as not to paraphrase, I stumbled upon a stellar quote from Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. I feel it relates more to the life of an entrepreneur than most I have ever seen. Truly words to live by: "I'll never, ever be full. I'll always be hungry. Obviously, I'm not talking about food. Growing up, I had nothing for such a long time. Someone told me a long time ago, and I've never forgotten it, 'Once you've ever been hungry, really, really hungry, then you'll never, ever be full." -Dwayne Johnson #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #food #travel #meals #benjaminfranklin #rock #thankful #hungry (at One Restaurant)
"I leave you with this thought... It is not the one with the greatest power that is important! It is the one who uses his power wisely... In the cause of justice!" -Thor Odinson (Journey into Mystery Vol 1, issue 112) A great show at my favorite Canadian theatre. The 4DX theatre at the Younge-Dundas Square is insane. Fog creeping down the isle, rain falling, lightening bolts crashing to the floor, and the smells ranging from flowers to burnt cobalt from fired bullet rounds. All of it seamlessly integrated with the movie. I recommend it emphatically! Jack "King" Kirby would have been proud of the art/costumes/cosmic weirdness, in Thor: Ragnarok, as he originally imagined him. My inner nerd loved every second of it. #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #4dx #movies #thor #marvel #thankful #travel (at Yonge St and Dundas St)
"It is well to remember that there are five reasons for drinking: the arrival of a friend, one's present or future thirst, the excellence of the cognac, or any other reason." -W. C. Fields Third trip to the CN Tower, and I can finally see more than a wall of clouds. The private wine cellar tour was appreciated, and the Louis XIII was simply outstanding. A great end to a wonderful day. #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #louisxiii #remymartin #thankful #cntower #wine #view #luxury (at CN Tower)
"The trouble with eating Italian food, is that five or six days later you're hungry again" -George Miller Buca is, and by a very large margin, the greatest Italian food I have found in Canada. Sharing meals with friends and family are some of my favorite memories growing up; and the best way to get to know people now. Thanks for the recommendations @itsjustbenjamin and @conniedesousa. #finance #financialplanning #entrepreneur #workhardplayhard #hustle #quotes #blessed #Toronto #italian #food #meals #wine #blessed #thankful (at BUCA Osteria & Enoteca)
Malcolm MacKillop breaks down the recent amendments to Canada’s Labour Code, which went into effect September 1st.
Bill 47 has Passed: Changes to Employment Standards Come into Effect on January 1, 2019
On November 21, 2018 Bill 47, the Make Ontario Open for Business Act (“Bill 47”), passed Third Reading and received Royal Assent. This comes quickly on the heels of Bill 47’s first reading, on October 23, 2018 and its second reading on November 12, 2018. Bill 47 has not undergone any significant changes in relation to the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) since our first blog post which you can read about here.
There have been some changes made to Bill 47 since first reading in relation to the Labour Relations Act (“LRA”). One change is that the Ontario Labour Relations Board is no longer empowered to review the structure of existing bargaining units on the basis that they are no longer appropriate.
Changes made to the LRA came into effect when Bill 47 received Royal Assent on November 21, 2018. Employers will have a little more time to adapt to changes to the ESA as they are scheduled to come into force on January 1, 2019. Employers seeking to review their policies to ensure they comply with the latest changes should obtain legal advice in advance of January 1, 2019.
Below are some of the key changes Bill 47 will make to employment legislation:
Changes to the Employment Standards Act (“ESA”) Personal emergency leave – This leave will be removed in its entirety and replaced by three separate unpaid leaves: sick leave (3 days), family responsibility leave (3 days), and bereavement leave (2 days). The bill also removes the prohibition on employers requesting medical documentation to support entitlement to these leaves.
Minimum wage – Instead of increasing to $15.00/hour on January 1, 2019, the minimum wage will stay at $14.00/hour until at least October 2020 when it will be adjusted for inflation.
Scheduling – Many of the scheduling changes introduced by Bill 148, which were scheduled to come into effect on January 1, 2019, will be repealed, including: the requirement for employers to respond to an employee’s request for changes to their schedule or work location; an employee’s right to refuse a request to work or be on call with less than 96-hours’ notice; the on-call pay provisions; and, the shift cancellation pay provisions.
Please note: under Bill 47 employers will still be required to pay employees who regularly work more than three hours for a minimum of three hours of work even if they work less than three hours.
Changes to the Labour Relations Act (“LRA”)
Lists of Employees – Employers will no longer be required to provide employee lists to trade unions who demonstrate at least 20% support in the proposed bargaining unit.
Remedial Certification – The pre-Bill 148 test and pre-conditions for the Ontario Labour Relations Board (“OLRB”) to certify a union for employer misconduct will be reinstated.
The foregoing is for informational purposes only, and should in no way be relied upon as legal advice. For legal advice tailored to your circumstances and business, please contact any of SOM LLP’s lawyers by email or telephone.
Originally posted on MalcolmMacKillop.com.
The Most Famous Places In Toronto, Canada
Toronto, Canada continues to be known as a vibrant, exciting city in Canada, and is showing no signs of slowing down in the future. From incredible tourist attractions, like the CN Tower, to beautiful outdoor parks like Queen’s Park, Toronto is both a great place to visit and a great place to live. As the city continues to grow in popularity, so will some of the city’s more famous areas and attractions.
Royal Ontario Museum Known for its unique exterior and premier artwork, the Royal Ontario Museum is an experience that tourists won’t want to miss. The museum carries a substantial art collection, which features approximately 13 million pieces of art, and 40 gallery and exhibition spaces. The Royal Ontario Museum is Canada’s biggest museum and continues to attract tourists every year with its incredible, expansive collection.
Rogers Centre As one of Toronto’s largest domed sports arena, the Rogers Centre is known for its unique structure. The Centre was built in 1989, and became known for its sliding roof, giving teams the opportunity to play in some of Toronto’s most pleasant weather. While most sports can be played in the Centre, it acts as the home to Toronto’s own Blue Jays baseball team. Additionally, concerts and large events can be held there, given its incredible size and capacity. The Rogers Centre is located directly by the famous CN Tower in downtown Toronto.
Casa Loma Casa Loma is a historical museum in Toronto, close to Niagara Falls. It stands tall, with a similar look to a medieval castle, and brings along a rich history. The Casa Loma has nearly 100 rooms and 36 bathrooms, with each room filled with a history of European splendor. In addition to its massive size, the castle is complete with a secret passage, an 800-foot tunnel, and estate gardens spanning across five acres. Get a sense of how others lived by exploring this incredible gem.
St. Lawrence Market The St. Lawrence Market features a space where vendors can sell their own food products, flowers and other items to the general public. The market has been open for nearly 2010 years, and features 120 different vendors. Visitors can get anything from art pieces to meat and seafood, making it a popular attraction for tourists and residents alike. Since being restored in 1967, the market has become a popular spot for a variety of events, including concerts and television shoots.
Day at the waterfront
Front Yard in Toronto
Wood - Contemporary Bedroom Bedroom - large contemporary master medium tone wood floor and wood wall bedroom idea with white walls
Wallpaper Bedroom in Toronto Huge elegant guest medium tone wood floor, brown floor, tray ceiling and wallpaper bedroom photo with gray walls
Bedroom - Transitional Bedroom Example of a large transitional master light wood floor, brown floor, vaulted ceiling and wainscoting bedroom design with gray walls
Toronto Contemporary Home Office
Study room idea with a medium-sized modern built-in desk and a medium-tone wood floor.
Toronto Basement
Large arts and crafts basement image with a light wood floor and beige walls but no fireplace
