March of Dimes Canada launches expanded national After Stroke program
Program to provide enhanced support for stroke survivors and their families
TORONTO, June 21, 2021 /CNW/ - Today during Stroke Awareness Month, March of Dimes Canada announced the launch of its enhanced After Stroke program. The program is proudly introducing a new personalized service model that supports survivors and their families to navigate the path forward after a stroke.
More than 62,000 people in Canada experience a stroke each year.1 Among them, 60 per cent are left with some level of stroke-related disability, and face a wide array of practical and emotional challenges as they move through their unique recovery journey.2 After discharge from hospital, many survivors and families face significant difficulties in identifying and accessing supports and services available in their community, compounding the isolation and stress caused by the stroke itself.
After Stroke aims to break through these barriers, with an individualized approach that helps people connect to the supports they need to rebuild their lives and achieve their evolving goals after a stroke. After Stroke is delivered through dedicated teams in Ontario, Nova Scotia and British Columbia, but stroke survivors and families in all provinces can access tools, resources and local referrals through the program.
"Every stroke is different, and every person's recovery journey is unique to them alone," says Len Baker, president and CEO of March of Dimes Canada. "We're proud to support stroke survivors and families as they walk that road, with support that's available no matter where they live and what stage of recovery they are in."
People who have had a stroke and their families can engage with the After Stroke program at any point in their experience, whether they are still in the hospital, or have returned to their homes and communities. After Stroke coordinators work one-on-one with stroke survivors and their families to set personal goals, develop an individualized action plan to achieve them, and connect them with programs and resources that can help. Action plans and support are routinely reviewed and evolve over time, recognizing that new needs and challenges can continue to emerge months and even years after a stroke.
"The program was designed based on the best available evidence and informed by stroke care best practices," says Dr. Michelle L.A. Nelson, chief knowledge and innovation officer, March of Dimes Canada. "It showcases the unique role community organizations like March of Dimes Canada can play in bringing care closer to home and tailoring it to the unique needs of each person, recognizing all the things that can contribute to their wellness."
The After Stroke program model places stroke survivors and their families at the centre of care. The development of the model was a collaborative effort between teams within March of Dimes Canada, people with lived experience of stroke, and health professionals and academic experts in stroke recovery and rehabilitation.
For more information on the After Stroke program visit www.afterstroke.ca.
About March of Dimes Canada
March of Dimes Canada is a nationally registered charitable organization that has been providing support services to people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers across Canada for 70 years. Our goal is to enhance the independence and community participation of people with disabilities every day through a wide range of programs and services across Canada. Now we're applying that expertise to build After Stroke, so we can support, connect and inspire every person impacted by stroke nationwide.
For more information, please visit www.marchofdimes.ca or call 1-800-263-3463.
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DELTA 9 CANNABIS INC. (TSX: DN) (OTCQX: DLTNF) (“Delta 9” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce its vaccination reward program called the Delta 9 "Joints for Jabs" program to encourage Manitobans to become fully vaccinated with two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Starting Monday, June 21, 2021, people who have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine are eligible to enter into a vaccine rewards program at every Delta 9 Cannabis Store location in Manitoba.
“We want to encourage all Manitobans to get vaccinated as soon as possible to help ensure that we can all get back to doing the things we love with our friends and family,” said John Arbuthnot, CEO of Delta 9. “Our hope is that the “Joints for Jabs” program will contribute to achieve this objective.”
As a Winnipeg based company that employs hundreds of Manitobans across the province the Company’s objective is to help contribute to the re-opening of our local communities and economy in any way possible and support the Provincial Government’s “4-3-2-One Great Summer Re-Opening Path” program.
The Delta 9 “Joints for Jabs” is a tiered program with prize draws to be held on a monthly basis and will include:
Three Grand Prize Draws for a One Year Supply of Cannabis ($100 per month for 12 months – equivalent to approximately 28 grams per month).
20 Free Joints Each Month at Every Delta 9 Cannabis Store Location in MB
Delta 9 Branded Apparel Giveaways
The Delta 9 Joints for Jabs program will run from June 21 – Sept. 30, 2021. No purchase is necessary to enter the draw. Participants must show proof of being double vaccinated. Winners will be drawn on July 31, August 31, and September 30. Delta 9 store staff will verify eligibility by checking an individual's immunization record, either printed or on-line. The individual must provide their name and email address to enter.
About Delta 9 Cannabis Inc.
Delta 9 Cannabis Inc. is a vertically integrated cannabis company focused on bringing the highest quality cannabis products to market. The Company sells cannabis products through its wholesale and retail sales channels and sells its cannabis grow pods to other businesses. Delta 9's wholly-owned subsidiary, Delta 9 Bio-Tech Inc., is a licensed producer of medical and recreational cannabis and operates an 80,000 square foot production facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Delta 9 owns and operates a chain of retail stores under the Delta 9 Cannabis Store brand. Delta 9's shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "DN" and on the OTCQX under the symbol “DLTNF”. For more information, please visit www.invest.delta9.ca.
Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management regarding the Company’s future business plans and other matters. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Forward looking statements in this news release include statements relating to the Company’s “Joints for Jabs” program. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements, including all risk factors set forth in the annual information form of Delta 9 dated March 31, 2021 which has been filed on SEDAR. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. Readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements contained in this news release and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws.
Advocis: How should Canadians handle big-ticket summer purchases with savings from the pandemic? Ask their advisors.
Toronto, ON, June 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The combined effects of sizzling weather, falling COVID-19 case counts, steady progress in vaccinations and healthy savings from the pandemic have created a perfect storm for Canadians to look towards making big-ticket purchases for themselves and their families this summer – and to seek the counsel of their financial advisors when doing so.
“The first thing to discuss with a client is to find out what is truly motivating the need to spend,” said Norris Walker, a financial advisor at Kabs & Associates Inc. in Clarington, ON. “Is this something they’ve always wanted to do and only put aside in the past because of finances, or have they become caught up in the euphoria of COVID restrictions beginning to lift?” Walker also added that it is important to keep the fundamentals in mind: How much enjoyment will clients get from it? Is this something that can appreciate? How will it affect their long- and short-term plans?
Heidi Blondin, CFP®, EPC, a financial planner from Kingston, ON, agrees. “Clients are looking for things that will bring them joy over the last many months as we have been in and out of lockdown,” she said. “My advice to them has been to not make emotional decisions based on current frustrations. We still need to look at the big picture and your long-term financial needs.”
Once carefully evaluated, however, big-ticket items can be responsibly purchased, and financial advisors are there to help. “If there is disposable income and savings beyond the rainy-day fund, and other financial planning components are in place, then I would have no reservations with clients making a big-ticket purchase,” said Jeffrey Graham, CFP®, CLU® of First Oak Financial Inc. in Port Moody, B.C. “Your financial advisor understands what these purchases might mean to you after such a challenging time, so have the conversation with them to ensure that what you’d like to do is in alignment with the financial plan that you’ve built.”
All told, a poll of 100 Advocis members showed that investing in cottages and major home renovations were the most-frequently discussed topics between advisors and their clients, with approximately 20% of advisors responding that between 20% - 40% of their clients started conversations about big-ticket purchases in one form or another.
"A professional financial advisor is always ready to assist you in moving forward with big financial decisions,” said Greg Pollock, President and CEO of Advocis, The Financial Advisors Assocation of Canada. “After such a long and uncertain period, it would be expected that many individuals and families would be looking to purchase something that will help them bounce back from the stress of COVID-19 – and working with their advisor can help to ensure that it won’t result in even more stress down the road!”
About Advocis
Advocis, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada, is the largest voluntary professional membership association of financial advisors in Canada, representing more than 17,000 member-clients and 40 Chapters across the country. Advocis offers designations, continuing education opportunities, industry-leading publications and membership in a chapter network with comprehensive mentorship programs, study groups and practice development resources. For more information, visit http://advocis.ca.
Best Athletes Ltd. Announces New CEO
Former Toronto FC captain, English Premier League player takes helm of youth sports analytics company.
TORONTO, June 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Best Athletes Ltd. announced the appointment of Steven Caldwell to CEO as the company embarks on its next phase of growth as the leading sports analytics & video technology platform helping youth athletes get recruited and take control of their future. He takes over from Steve Currie, who has held the CEO role since the company’s inception and will stay on in an Operations role.
In the highly competitive youth sports market, athletes strive to get recruited and coaches compete to build great teams. What’s missing for the athletes and their parents is the ability to benchmark performance and understand the path to University/College scholarships and elite team participation.
Barry MacLean, co-founder and Chair of Best Athletes, said, “We are thrilled to have someone of Steven’s calibre leading our company at this critical time in our growth. We’ve built a really solid software analytics platform and our sales pipeline is robust. As the youth sports market opens up post COVID, we are positioned well to expand across Canada and enter the lucrative US market.”
Steven joins Best Athletes after a distinguished professional soccer career that includes stints with five English Premier League Clubs, the Scottish National team and as captain of Toronto FC from 2013 to 2015. Currently he is a Soccer Analyst with TSN, and an assistant coach with the Canadian Men’s National team. And of particular note, he is a proud soccer parent.
His experiences as an international professional, a coach and a parent allow Steven to really understand the challenges and needs in youth sports. Steven said, “We’re allowing athletes to really take control of their future by accessing professional level tools at a fraction of the cost and what excites me most about this opportunity is that it’s solving a real problem - something that I’ve experienced as a parent and also in my playing and coaching careers.”
Best Athletes is poised to tap into a large and growing market opportunity in North America. According to US-based Wintergreen Research, the Youth Sports market is estimated to triple in size from $25b to $75b by 2026. Currently, Best Athletes is focused on soccer, the world’s largest youth team sport, and will quickly expand to other verticals such as hockey, basketball and rugby. Early interest in the platform has been strong with more than 190 coaches and 700 athletes signing up with the launch on June 1st and expectations of 2,000 athletes onboarding through the fall of 2021.
Caldwell’s appointment comes at a time when the company has just launched their platform and is seeking additional investment. As part of fundraising activities, Best Athletes also announced today the launch of an equity crowdfunding campaign on FrontFundr, Canada’s leading online private markets investing platform. The crowdfunding campaign will provide Best Athletes with funds to expand data-science and machine learning capabilities and launch into the lucrative US market. The company previously raised $1 million in pre-seed money that has been used to build a robust online platform and intellectual property focused on sports analytics and performance metrics.
For more information about Best Athletes Ltd and this investment opportunity, visit FrontFundr.com/bestathletes.
Details of the offering can be found in the offering document at frontfundr.com/bestathletes. This communication is for informational purposes only.
About Best Athletes Ltd.
Best Athletes is a sports analytics platform providing professional-level software for youth athletes and coaches. Leveraging machine learning and video we help youth athletes develop & get recruited, and we help coaches build better athletes & teams. Led by CEO Steven Caldwell, current TSN Soccer Analyst, former captain of Toronto FC and English Premier League player, our experienced team of sports and technology industry professionals is redefining how data science allows youth athletes to take control of their future through leading edge sports analytics for recruitment and performance development. Best Athletes is the common performance connection between Athletes/Parents, coaches, clubs, universities & colleges, Associations and Scouts.
Canada’s proposed flavour ban will harm public health
Beamsville, ON, June 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Canada Gazette, Part 1, proposing a ban on flavoured vape products except for tobacco, mint and menthol was published. The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) is disappointed that Canada has proposed harmful regulation to address misguided moral panic, instead of supporting the greatest harm reduction opportunity of our lifetime. If the flavour ban is implemented, hundreds of thousands of smokers may be pushed back to smoking or to the black-market and many will die.
There is mounting evidence that flavours reduce cravings and increase smoking cessation success. Research from Yale School of Public Health finds that smokers that quit using a flavoured product are 2.5 times more likely to be successful. The study concludes, “While proposed flavour bans are well-intentioned, they have disastrous outcomes. Legislation on vaping flavours must take the facts of smoking cessation and harm reduction into account, and we urge legislators against the widespread implementation of such bans”
Additionally, through a campaign launched by consumer advocates, to date more than 90,000 Canadians have notified their Member of Parliament and Health Canada of the harm a flavour ban would inflict on themselves or their families. It is evident by today’s publication that there is little sympathy for smokers as the lives and health of adult smokers have been disregarded.
“We have repeatedly shared the science on vaping. Regulators are aware of the important role flavours play in the adoption of vaping by smokers. A flavour ban will reduce the appeal of the product and will sentence many smokers to their death. There is sufficient data from regions with flavour bans to provide a clear understanding of the consequences. Flavour bans do little to protect youth and instead increase smoking rates and strengthen the black-market,” said Darryl Tempest, Executive Director of the CVA.
Moreover, the Canadian Constitutional Foundation has stated, “…flavor restrictions, have the potential to make [vapes] less attractive or effective as quit-aids—and are considered from the standpoint of potential interference [that could potentially interfere] with the right not to be deprived of life, liberty, and the security of the person protected by section 7 of the Charter.”
“The CVA encourages all stakeholders to submit feedback during the consultation period. We also encourage all elected members of the legislature to educate themselves on this issue. There are thousands of individual vapers that have chosen vaping to reduce their harm in every riding across the country. Surely, if the UK can track to be free of combustible tobacco by 2030, we can build better policies to exceed our current stated goal of 5% smoking prevalence by 2035. We must do better,” said Tempest.
DUPIXENT® (dupilumab injection) pre-filled pen now available in Canada, providing convenient self-administration option for people with type 2 inflammatory diseases
DUPIXENT® is approved by Health Canada for use in moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis and severe asthma.1
The pre-filled pen offers an additional administration option for all DUPIXENT® indications in patients aged 12 years and older.2
MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 17, 2021 /CNW/ - Sanofi Canada announced today that a new 300 mg single-dose (single-use) pre-filled pen for DUPIXENT® (dupilumab injection) is now available in Canada. The pre-filled pen is approved for all DUPIXENT® indications in patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD), severe asthma and severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP), for at-home administration.3
"The daily management of chronic diseases caused by type 2 inflammation – such as severe asthma, severe rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis and atopic dermatitis – can be difficult and overwhelming for many patients," says Dr. Susan Waserman, Allergist/ Clinical Immunologist and Professor of Medicine at McMaster University. "Providing an option like the pre-filled pen for DUPIXENT® may offer patients a more convenient experience that may help ease the daily burden of treating their condition."
The DUPIXENT® pre-filled pen was designed to offer a more convenient and easy-to-use option for self-administration. The device contains 300 mg of DUPIXENT® for subcutaneous injection (injection under the skin) and offers patients visual and audio cues to help guide the administration process.4 Through its automated injection process, once the pre-filled pen is held and pressed against the skin, the patient will hear a click sound when the injection starts and the window on the pre-filled pen will turn yellow. The pre-filled pen also features a hidden needle design, to reduce the risk of accidental needle sticks.5
"The devastating impact of living with a chronic disease touches all aspects of a person's life. It's therefore critical that our commitment to supporting patients extends to easing the burden of disease management," says Marissa Poole, Country Lead, Sanofi Canada and General Manager, Sanofi Genzyme Canada. "Patient needs drive innovation at Sanofi, and insights from patients helped inform the development of the pre-filled pen for DUPIXENT®. This enabled us to address their needs and help simplify the treatment experience."
Although the device can be administered at-home, administration requires training by a healthcare professional. Patients should not inject themselves or someone else unless they have received training. In adolescents 12 years of age and older, it is recommended that DUPIXENT® be administered by, or under supervision of, an adult.6
Patients interested in more information about the pre-filled pen can visit Dupixent.ca to learn more.
About DUPIXENT®
DUPIXENT® is a fully human monoclonal antibody that inhibits the signaling of the interleukin-4 (IL-4) and interleukin-13 (IL-13) proteins and is not an immunosuppressant. Data from DUPIXENT® clinical trials have shown that IL-4 and IL-13 are key drivers of the type 2 inflammation that plays a major role in AD, severe asthma and CRSwNP.7
Since its initial approval in 2017, DUPIXENT® remains the only biologic medicine approved by Health Canada for the treatment of patients six years and older with moderate-to-severe AD whose disease is not adequately controlled with topical prescription therapies or when those therapies are not advisable.8 DUPIXENT® is also approved in Canada for the treatment of adult patients with severe CRSwNP and for the treatment of severe asthma in patients 12 years and older.9
DUPIXENT® is jointly developed by Sanofi and Regeneron under a global collaboration agreement.
About Sanofi
Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.
With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe.
Sanofi entities in Canada employ approximately 2,000 people. In 2018, we invested more than $127 million in R&D in Canada, creating jobs, business and opportunity throughout the country.
Follow us on Twitter @SanofiCanada and on YouTube.
References
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1 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
2 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
3 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
4 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
5 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
6 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
7 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
8 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
9 DUPIXENT® Canada Product Monograph. February 22, 2021.
SOURCE Sanofi Canada
Premier Tech Life Sciences — Keeping on Extending the Reach of Science
RIVIÈRE-DU-LOUP, QC, June 17, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Premier Tech is pleased to announce the launch of its fifth business group — Premier Tech Life Sciences. This latest addition perfectly complements the company's four existing businesses: Systems and Automation, Growers and Consumers, Water and Environment, and Digital.
This new business group allows Premier Tech to add to the scope of its industries through innovative nutrition products aiming to improve the health and well-being of humans and animals. To deliver on this objective, Premier Tech will tap into its plant-based and microbial assets and will rely on its expertise in research and production in terms of biotechnologies and bioprocesses.
Leveraging the Potential of Biotechnology Premier Tech has been investing in biotechnology since 1983. Over the years, these investments have allowed the company to build an impressive portfolio of natural active ingredients and an in-depth knowledge to formulate products meeting the needs of the various market segments it targets.
"The launch of Premier Tech Life Sciences is the next logical step in our almost century-old journey to support our long-term vision, which focuses on helping to feed, protect and improve our world to make it a better place. We are always seeking new ways to deliver value to the marketplace and to meet this goal, we rely on the significant synergy created by our knowledge base, capabilities and resources," explains Jean Bélanger, president and chief executive officer of Premier Tech.
About Premier Tech Making a difference, this is what we are all about at Premier Tech. One team driven by a shared passion to deliver solutions that will better the lives of people, businesses, and communities. At Premier Tech, People and Technologies connect in lasting, transformative ways, giving life to products and services that help feed, protect, and improve our world. We are committed to creating sustainable solutions that help bring beautiful gardens to life, increase crop yields, improve the efficiency of manufacturing facilities, treat and recycle water, and much more as we keep innovating.
For nearly a century, Premier Tech has been growing internationally, driven by the collective power of its 4 700 team members in 28 countries. Backed by a quarter-century-long track record of solid growth, Premier Tech today records sales of one billion dollars.
Horizon Health Network partners with MOBIA to leverage SurgeCon software and drive Emergency Department Transformation
Software to improve patient wait times and support surge management
HALIFAX, NS, June 17, 2021 /CNW/ - Leading full-suite Canadian systems integrator, MOBIA, announced today that its SurgeCon software has been selected by Horizon Health Network (Horizon) to help address emergency department (ED) flow challenges, improve patient wait times, and manage patient surges. The software will be rolled out across seven sites in New Brunswick. The project has been made possible through Health Canada and Innovation Solutions Canada who identified SurgeCon as a powerful tool to improve EDs through their COVID-19 Innovation fund.
SurgeCon will enable Horizon to automate workflows and proactively implement measures in the ED to improve patient outcomes and better support frontline staff. Through real-time surge protocol algorithms, SurgeCon, will instantly notify clinicians and healthcare administrators with specific actions to take based on situational changes -- helping to move patients through the ED, shortening length of overall stay, minimizing surges and ensuring that the appropriate resources are deployed. The software aims to increase transparency and collaboration across departments in the hospital.
Proven to effectively reduce wait times and improve patient flow in the ED, SurgeCon was conceptualized by an emergency department physician and a nurse at Carbonear General Hospital. The software is designed, developed, and operated by MOBIA.
The development of SurgeCon's software is supported by our collaborative research partners from Eastern Health and Memorial University of Newfoundland who are conducting a clinical trial which is funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Government, and the Trinity Conception Placentia Health Foundation. The Newfoundland and Labrador Center for Health Information (NLCHI) and IWK Health Center are also supporting this initiative.
SurgeCon's proven track record and quick start-up time helped to solidify Horizon's decision. "We are committed to providing the best possible patient experience and driving positive patient outcomes," said Jennifer Sheils, Chief Information Officer (CIO), Horizon Health Network. "SurgeCon will enable us to transform the way we manage flow and capacity in our emergency departments by improving patient flow, decreasing wait times and empowering staff to act before a surge occurs. Early Indications show the system is easy to implement and very user-friendly."
"We are thrilled Horizon Health will be using SurgeCon to support their care efforts," said Nevin Pick, Director of Digital Transformation, MOBIA. "Technology has the power to aid clinicians and administrators in their work and SurgeCon is an exceptionally powerful tool, providing real-time data to make real-time decisions. Emergency room staff give every shift 110% and are exceptionally busy. It is an honour to be able to help reduce some of their workload by streamlining and automating portions of their workflow and surfacing the information they need to make informed care decisions."
ABOUT MOBIA MOBIA, the leading full-suite Canadian systems integrator and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, helps businesses foster connection and realize their full potential through digital transformation. Focused around five key-areas -- Broadband and Wireless Services, Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions, Managed Services, Cybersecurity and Digital Transformation Services – MOBIA partners with clients to operationalize new technologies and processes, driving business agility and efficiency – and truly transforming the way they work. To learn more, visit MOBIA.io.
ABOUT HORIZON Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is the largest regional health authority in New Brunswick and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada with expertise in diverse areas of health and community services. Focused on delivering quality and safe care to our patients, clients and their families, Horizon operates 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices throughout New Brunswick. Horizon provides services ranging from acute and specialized care to community-based health services. At the foundation of this health system is a robust network of community-based primary care services offered in a variety of settings in communities throughout the province. Our primary care system is comprised of a number of facilities and services, including community health centres, clinics, public health services, community hospitals, as well as addictions and mental health services. With a collaborative, team approach to offering services in English and French, Horizon delivers sustainable, safe and quality health care services to residents of New Brunswick, as well as northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Horizon was named one of Canada's 'Top 40 Research Hospitals for 2020 by Research Infosource Inc., a leading Canadian research and consulting firm.
SOURCE MOBIA Technology Innovations Inc.
The Chopped Leaf wants to fuel your dreams
While you train to represent Canada
Oakville, ON, June 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chopped Leaf today announced that they want to help fuel Canadian athletes that are chasing their dreams to represent our country. If you are training to represent Canada, the brand wants to hear from you.
As a Canadian brand committed to providing quality, fresh and wholesome food The Chopped Leaf is on the hunt for athletes to partner with and become ambassadors during their training. Fueling the body is key while preparing for and competing in your sport, and while your energy is focused on training, The Chopped Leaf wants to take care of the food.
The Chopped Leaf recognizes the importance of proper nutrition, and values the fact that each ingredient and its nutritional breakdown plays a key role within how the body functions optimally. A generally balanced diet features a mixture of protein to build lean muscle and balance blood sugar, carbohydrates to provide fuel and energy, and healthy fats such as omega-3s to reduce inflammation and help recovery.
The Chopped Leaf is an ideal fit as their menu is fully customizable and the brand is transparent about their ingredients. Offering a variety of complex carbohydrates, animal and plant-based protein options, fresh fruits, vegetables, healthy fats and exclusive signature dressings; there is something for everyone. Regardless of what your body demands based on the calories you burn and the sport you compete in; the brand aligns with the goal of eating for performance.
Neville Wright, Canadian bobsledder and 3x Olympian says “The Chopped Leaf has been a staple in my diet for years. Nutrition has always been important to me as it plays a key role in how I perform and how I feel”. “Having meals on-the-go that never compromise quality is something a lot of athletes value, including myself.”
If you are training, plan to train or know someone who will be training to represent Canada, The Chopped Leaf wants to eliminate some of the stress when it comes to food prep and eating on-the-go.
Proudly Canadian, The Chopped Leaf has over 100 locations open and committed to open within Canada and the USA. We are a lifestyle brand that offers delicious, chef designed meals, served fresh and quick for a better-for-you experience. Find The Chopped Leaf on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit us at choppedleaf.ca. The Chopped Leaf is owned and managed by Innovative Food Brands.
How to Protect Your Skin This Summer
As the summer approaches, it is important that you take care of your skin even as you have loads of fun. You may have anticipated the summer activities and already have a plan on how to spend your summer. However, it is crucial that you consider your skin health. Prolonged exposure to the sun may lead to several skin problems such as skin cancer. There are millions of skin cancer diagnoses in the country every year.
You may be conflicted on how to best protect your skin this summer. This article highlights some of the ingenious ways you can incorporate into your skin routine to help your skin stay safe and healthy.
Apply Sunscreen
As you engage in any outdoor activities during the summer, it is important that you apply sunscreen to help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays. This will protect you from sunburns and various forms of skin cancer that may be fatal. Since the sunscreen protects your skin from sunburns, it will help keep your complexion even. Also, ensure you do your research on the best sunscreen to apply on your skin and check for the expiration date as well. Therefore, add sunscreen as part of your summer itinerary.
See a Dermatologist
A dermatologist is a skin expert and will definitely provide you with the best advice on how to protect your skin in the summer. Make an appointment with your dermatologist and carry a notebook to jot down the best way to help your skin stay healthy. Go for the products that will be suggested by the dermatology experts. Also, a dermatologist will do a skin evaluation and determine whether your skin is healthy and, if not, give you the best treatment to help tone out your skin in preparation for the summer fun.
Eat Plant-Based Food
From plants, we get vital nutrients and vitamins that help in promoting skin health. Also, plant-based foods provide the body with nutrients that have antioxidant properties, which is advantageous for overall skin health. Therefore, ensure you watch what you eat throughout the summer.
Practice a Healthy Lifestyle
In addition to a healthy diet, practice proper lifestyle choices that will help you have smooth and healthy skin. Take regular baths and moisturize your skin. Moisturizers help protect your skin from harm by the sun’s UV rays and treat dry skin as well. Also, avoid smoking which may destroy essential proteins that help maintain the strength of your skin.
All the above points will help you maintain healthy skin during the summer. Ensure that you maintain regular checkups with your dermatologist to help you keep track of your skin health.
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