Bayshore & Haiti Donation

The devastating effects of the earthquake that hit Haiti on January 12 have resulted in


a world wide response...and of course Windsorites answered the call as well...In the february issue of Biz X you will see a few examples of companies pitching in to help..

but there is one more I need to mention..I received the information after our print deadline but I still wanted to tell our readers out it..so I am using my blog now to do so..

To assist in this effort to help the people of Haiti, Bayshore Home Health’s National Service Centre (NSC)will match donations raised by branches by February 5 and donate funds to World Vision.

World Vision is a leader in disaster relief and emergency aid. Bayshore conducted a similar

effort with World Vision in 2005, for Tsunami relief.

Donations can be made a number of ways:

•A personal cheque made payable to World Vision and delivered to your local branch by February 5. NSC will accumulate all donations, match them and forward the total amount to World Vision.

•Cash donations are being collected at some branches in donations jars.

Please check with your branch if it is raising donations in this manner. All money collected will be forwarded to NSC by February 5. NSC will match these donations and forward total amount to World Vision.

•If you wish to receive a tax receipt for your donation, you can make an online

donation at www.worldvision.ca

. Please provide a copy of your donation acknowledgement to your branch by February 5, who will forward it to NSC, match it and forward the total amount to World Vision

In addition, all money donated to relief agencies such as World Vision by February 12 will be matched
by the Canadian government, thereby doubling Bayshore’s overall donation.

For more details call the Windsor branch at 973-5411...

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
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WINTER BITES THE WEEK OF JANUARY 17TH

Now is your chance to try some new restaurants and some great grub!

During Winter Bites, January 17 to January 23, 2010, diners can visit any participating restaurant and indulge in a 3-course meal for only $10 or $15 for lunch or $25 or $35 for dinner. Each restaurant will offer a unique Winter Bites menu where diners can select from a variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts.

“We want to add excitement to the hospitality industry during a traditionally slow month,” explains Adriano Ciotoli, co-owner of WindsorEats.com. “2009 was a difficult year for culinary tourism in Windsor/Essex. We lost some exceptional restaurants. This is one way to support the local restaurant industry. We encourage everyone to get out and visit participating local restaurants and businesses.”

Participating restaurants include Mezzo Ristorante and Lounge, Black Kettle Bistro, Chanoso’s, Oishii, Per Bacco Ristorante, and more to be added. A complete listing of events, participating restaurants and menus can be found at www.windsoreats.com/winterbites Reservations are recommended to ensure a seating upon your arrival. The meals are per person and does not include beverages, taxes or tip.

“Restaurant weeks and prix fixe menu events have been done with great success in cities like Chicago, Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto,” says Ciotoli. “It was time to bring that same concept to Windsor but add our own little twist to it. Having local businesses participate is a wonderful way to celebrate all the great things we have in Essex County.”

In addition to great deals on dining, Winter Bites is adding something new this year. Local businesses are offering savings and hosting events.

Aleksander Estate Winery is offering discounted prices on select wines, Black Kettle Bistro is incorporating some of Windsor’s finest artistic talents to create not only a great culinary experience, but, a great taste of the Windsor arts and music scene and Slice of Style will be hosting a chocolate tasting accompanied with local wines.

“We are thrilled to be hosting this event as part of Winter Bites - the first "food festival" of the new year,” says Kelly Ouellette, owner of Slice of Style. “As a new business getting the word out is critical and Winter Bites is helping us connect with a very diverse local audience.”

For more information visit WindsorEats.com events

And let me know where you went and what you tried...leave your comments right here on this blog! I would love to hear from you....

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Publisher
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GET A BOOTH AT JOB FAIR AND HELP DOWNTOWN MISSION

WANT A BOOTH AT THE JOB FAIR & BUSINESS EXPO HELD JANUARY 21 AT THE CABOTO CLUB?

CareernNiche is auctioning off  1 booth for the Job Fair and 1 booth for the Business Expo (the last booth) at 8:30 am MONDAY JANUARY 18TH with all these proceeds going to the Downtown Mission.


Value of Business Expo booth is $500 or Job Fair booth is also $500. The auction starts at 8:30 am and runs until 11 am. Bidding starts at $100!

bid at http://www.careernichevents.com/

AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THE 21ST!



by Deborah Jones
Publisher
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HELP WINDSOR GET ON MONOPOLY CANADA

The City of Windsor invites your organization to help with the push to win Windsor a spot on Hasbro’s MONOPOLY Canada. VOTE FOR OUR CITY AT  http://www.monopolyvote.ca/.
BUT DO IT BEFORE FEBRUARY 7TH!
 Voters can choose up to three cities each day, and the top 20 cities will be included on the game board.
The city with the most votes will occupy the highest rent property, traditionally held by Boardwalk.

COME ON WINDSORITES, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR!!!


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PRESENTING OUR FIRST ISSUE OF 2010

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR READERS, ADVERTISERS AND SUPPORTERS!

THOUGH A NEW DECADE HAS BEGUN, AND THE TIMES-THEY- ARE-A-CHANGIN’ (FOR THE BETTER WE HOPE!), ONE THING WILL ALWAYS REMAIN THE SAME—BIZ X IS HERE TO STAY!

AS WE ENTER OUR 13TH YEAR OF PUBLISHING THE REGION’S #1 FAVOURITE MAGAZINE, WE PREDICT IT’S GOING TO BE ANOTHER GREAT YEAR FOR BUSINESSES IN WINDSOR-ESSEX! AND WE WILL BE HERE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO BRING YOU ALL THE WONDERFUL NEWS IN THE AREA!


What can you read about in this issue? CLICK ON THE FLIPPING PAGES BELOW TO ACCESS THIS ISSUE...

-Cold & Flu Season Is Here But Local Pharmacists Can Ease Your Pain

-Getting Hitched? We Profile Local Photographers & The 2010 Wedding Odyssey Show

-The Fitness & Lifestyle Expo Returns For Round Two

-Plus articles on; The Job Fair & Business Expo; The Provincial Offences Officers At Windsor City Hall; Books For Less; From The Red Carpet At The Annual Biz X Awards Gala; Cedar Springs Decks & Fences; Royal Oak Village LaSalle; 3 Girls And A Cupcake; Thai Lanxang; Brides To Be Shows; Edward Anthony Construction And Our Popular Event Photo Pages!


Enjoy...

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A POEM ON HST

I received this today in an email....it may seem funny but it's really not! The HST in my opinion, is not a good thing whatsoever...WHAT DO YOU THINK? post your views here...

Tax his land, Tax his bed, Tax the table, At which he's fed.

Tax his work, Tax his pay, He works for peanuts, Anyway!

Tax his cow, Tax his goat, Tax his pants, Tax his coat.

Tax his tobacco, Tax his drink, Tax him if he tries to think.


Tax his car, Tax his gas, Find other ways To tax his ass.

Tax all he has, Then let him know , That you won't be done, Till he has no dough.


When he screams and hollers; Then tax him some more, Tax him till, He's good and sore.


Then tax his coffin, Tax his grave, Tax the sod in, Which he's laid.


When he's gone, Do not relax, It’s time to apply, The inheritance tax.


CHECK OUT THIS LIST OF TAXES....
Accounts Receivable Tax
Airline surcharge tax
Airline Fuel Tax
Airport Maintenance Tax
Building Permit Tax
Cigarette Tax
Corporate Income Tax
Death Tax
Dog License Tax
Driving Permit Tax
Environmental Tax (Fee)
Excise Taxes
Federal Income Tax
Federal Unemployment (UI)
Fishing License Tax
Food License Tax
Gasoline Tax (too much per litre)
Gross Receipts Tax
Health Tax
Hunting License Tax
Hydro Tax
Inheritance Tax
Interest Tax
Liquor Tax
Luxury Taxes
Marriage License Tax
Medicare Tax
Mortgage Tax
Personal Income Tax
Property Tax
Poverty Tax
Prescription Drug Tax
Provincial Income and sales tax
Real Estate Tax
Recreational Vehicle Tax
Retail Sales Tax
Service Charge Tax
School Tax
Telephone Federal Tax
Telephone Federal, Provincial and Local Surcharge Taxes
Telephone Minimum Usage Surcharge Tax
Vehicle License Registration Tax
Vehicle Sales Tax
Water Tax
Watercraft Registration Tax
Well Permit Tax
Workers Compensation Tax
--- and in 2010 the HST!

STILL THINK THIS IS FUNNY?
Not one of these taxes existed 100 years ago, & our nation was one of the most prosperous in the world. We had absolutely no national debt, had a large middle class, and Mom stayed home to raise the kids. What the heck happened? Can you spell 'politicians?'
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