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...

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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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?'
by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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LET'S BRING THE MEMORIAL CUP TOURNEY TO WINDSOR

Show your support for the Spitfires 2011 MasterCard Memorial Cup Bid!!!!


Enter your name and bid support comments on the “2011 Support the Bid” link now posted on http://www.windsorspitfires.com/. The goal is to have 25,000 names and accompanying support comments by February 1, 2010 supporting the bid to bring this prestigious event to the City of Windsor.

Coming off other successful events held in our city, to host the Memorial Cup tournament would be another feather in our cap! And it would bring lots of much needed tourism dollars into the region--hotels, restaurants and more flourish when big events occur in Windsor Essex...so do your part and help the city reach its goal!

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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FIRE SAFETY TIPS THIS CHRISTMAS

Survive the Holidays

With the holiday season upon us, we are entering one of the most festive times of the year. However, it is also one of the deadliest times of the year for fires.

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, your risk of having a fire increases dramatically. Fire statistics from across the province of Ontario show that every year a disproportionate amount, almost one-third, of all fire deaths occur during the holiday months of November, December and January.

Between November 1, 2008 and January 31, 2009, there were 82 residential fires in Windsor with a total dollar loss of almost $1.5 million.


Windsor Fire & Rescue Services is extremely concerned about the rise in fires over the winter months and encourages people to celebrate safely this holiday season by following some simple precautions.

• Keep an eye on your cooking – unattended cooking continues to be the leading cause of home fires in Windsor

• Keep candles in a sturdy holder away from children, pets and anything that can burn – blow them out before leaving the room

• Decorate safely – keep decorations away from all heat sources; candles, fireplace, heaters

• Alcohol and fire are a dangerous mix – keep a close eye on anyone attempting to cook or smoke while under the influence of alcohol

• Encourage smokers to smoke outside – use a large, deep ashtray and wet ashes before disposing of them

• Check all sets of lights before putting them up – discard any sets that are damaged or old

• Buy a fresh tree and keep the base of the trunk in water at all times – never place lit candles on or near the Christmas tree

• Ensure you have working smoke alarms on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas – test them monthly

• Ensure everyone knows how to get outside quickly and safely in the event of a fire emergency – don’t block these emergency passageways


For additional information on how to enjoy a safe & happy holiday season, visit Windsor Fire & Rescue Service’s Prevention & Education section of their website at http://www.windsorfire.com/.


And let's stay safe this holiday season!

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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THE "OSCAR" ISSUE IS HERE!

ARE YOU READY TO LEARN WHICH BUSINESS AND COMPANIES HAVE WON A BIZ X “OSCAR”?


THE WAIT IS OVER …CLICK BELOW ON THE COVER HERE TO READ OUR POPULAR "OSCAR" STORY!!
IN THE BIGGEST COMPETITION YET IN OUR 12 YEAR HISTORY—AND ALSO THE BIGGEST ISSUE WE HAVE EVER PRODUCED—YOU CAN FIND OUT WHICH 285 LOCAL COMPANIES AND PEOPLE ARE NOMINATED IN OUR “OSCAR” AWARD COMPETITION!

HOWEVER THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE WINNER PER CATEGORY –BUT WE ARE VERY PROUD OF EVERY NOMINEE YOU WILL SEE LISTED IN THIS SPECIAL “OSCAR” EDITION –THEY ALL ARE “SIMPLY THE BEST” IN OUR OPINION!

What can you read about this issue?

-The Recipients of 26 “Oscar” Awards Are Revealed

-New Businesses In Town: Magic Closet, Beirut Café, Faddy Golf, Lucier Glove & More!

-Christmas Is Coming—Gift Giving Ideas Perfect For Those On A Budget

-Plus articles on; Sandy’s Pub; Downtown Sushi Restaurants; Merlo’s Paint; Advanced Basements; Roseland Golf; Kay Douglas; Canterbury Village And Our Popular Event Photos!


HAPPY READING!

DEBORAH

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Don Henley --Outstanding Performance

Friday night I had the chance to attend the Don Henley concert at Caesars Windsor..what a great show it was! The sold out crowd thought so too and it was obvious as fans cried out "We love you Don" throughout the show and a few of them even danced right at their seats....Now I have never really followed Henley - -  in fact i thought he only had a few songs like "dirty laundry" and "boys of summer" - -  but i was amazed to know almost every song he sang in the 75 minute performance! So many songs and all of them had a meaning behind them that I believe all need to learn...."Forgiveness" especially could teach a few people a lesson that life's too short, don't waste energy on being mad at others --forgive, forget and move on...you only have one life to lead so make it count! Don also reminded me that life passes you by too fast, for that I am a little sad, because that's how i currently feel - - time flies by quickly and the next thing you know you are 80! I know I have to enjoy a little bit more time off! What about you!!!!!
Thanks Don and Caesars Windsor for a wonderful night out..

PS when i first walked into the concert during the opening act there was one very rude man who told the band "they sucked" ...i was very upset with these comments, imagine being the band on stage, how hard it was to stay up there and sing! But this individual is the one that should have stayed home -- all performers coming to our city should be welcomed with open arms..if you dont like them, keep your nasty comments to yourself..the rest of appreciate them coming to Windsor!


by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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Windsor Olympic Torchbearer Named

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

Tonight the 2010 Olympic Torchbearer for the Windsor leg of the nationwide relay was named at the city's "Together We Triumph" Gala at Caesars Windsor in the Augustus Ballroom.

And Windsor Mayor Eddie Francis announced that, person would be Matthew Charbonneau.

Who is Matthew Charbonneau you may ask?

Matthew and his mother Theresa Charbonneau. Photo by Jack Rosenberg

You will remember that last year Matthew's older brother Cpl. Andrew Grenon was the first Windsor soldier killed September 3, 2008 fighting to rid the world of terrorism in Afghanistan.

To honour Grenon the City of Windsor has chosen his younger brother Mathew Charbeneau to light the cauldron on day 55 of the nationwide Olympic celebration which will culminate in downtown Windsor at the River front Plaza on December 23.

Cpl. Grenon was only 23 years old and he was a member of the 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry serving in Afghanistan. Pictured here are Mathew and his mother Theresa Charbonneau.

The night's announcement included speeches by former Windsor Spitfire and NHL great Adam Graves, Spitfire Head Coach and former NHLer Bob Boughner, Canadian Paralympian Sledge Hockey Gold Medal Champion Ray Grassi, Mayor Eddie Francis and keynote speaker Red Wings Head Coach Mike Babcock.

It was a late night (10pm) for the gala's emcee, AM800's Steve Bell, he joked with the audience he has to get up for work at 3 am...we here at Biz X and In Play just start rocking and rolling then!! its when we get our finest work done!!

We welcome your comments...

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