Deciding to sell your home is a significant decision, but it certainly does not have to be a stressful one. Like anything, if you have the right people leading, guiding and supporting you, great things happen! Most sellers want to sell their home for the most amount of money in the shortest amount of time, with the least amount of inconvenience. Having personally been through the process numerous times, we understand the anxiety and worry that selling your home can evoke. We ensure our clients are informed, protected, and totally comfortable with the process, and as our stats show, we are really good at our job. What our stats don't show is how easy and comfortable we make the process for our clients. We continually hear that the confidence and trust we instill, along with our ability to communicate and listen effectively, is also a major factor in client satisfaction.
1 The first step in selling your home is an onsite meeting. We will meet with you at your property to walk through it together and sit down to discuss current market conditions and statistics, the overall selling process including your goals and questions, and review a Comprehensive Market Analysis where we will discuss relevant comparables and how they affect the market value of your property. We will also explain our marketing strategy and what you can expect from us throughout the process. We will provide a list of suggested improvements to maximize your home's value, discuss our staging process, and of course, provide you with a suggested listing price and likely final selling price. We will review the costs to sell and provide an estimate of the proceeds you can expect to attain from the sale of your home. We will leave all of this information with you, without pressure, to decide if and when you are ready to take the next step.
2 Our next meeting is typically a complimentary consultation with us, you and our awesome Professional Certified Interior Designer and Home Stager, Melanie Orr. At this appointment, Melanie will outline how each room would be ideally showcased and we will agree upon a staging plan moving forward. We maintain a large inventory of furniture, bedding, artwork and accessories, to potentially enhance what you already own to make your home look it best, all included with the Falkwin Group' services. We also have a vast network of amazing professionals and handy people to assist with any final touch ups or repairs that you may wish to address before selling. We will agree upon which items you as the homeowner, will accomplish prior to listing, and will continue to follow up to see how things are progressing and whether you need any further advice, recommendations or support as you prepare your home for the market!
3 A few days prior to hitting the market we will meet again to sign the listing documents and update you on any changes in the market and relevant comparables since we last met. These documents explain the terms of the listing contract. The forms are standardized for every MLS listing in the province and we will thoroughly review, explain, and complete these with you.
4 Around the same time, a few days before hitting the market, Melanie, our Interior Designer, will return to complete the staging plan. This may include her bringing along props and artwork to "dress" the space, or she may arrange and move furnishings and decor, as was previously agreed upon with you!
5 That same day, our full time photographer will have the best professional photos & videos and/or drone shots taken and we will hit the MLS market within the next 48 hours.
6 Showings will be arranged at times convenient for you with a significant amount of advance notice. Communication throughout the process will be arranged according to your needs and preferences. We love keeping our clients up to date on relevant activity in their marketplace with detailed activity reports and you can expect consistent communication!
7 We will keep you up to date on our extensive marketing plan; what is happening when, and the results.
8 When a written offer is made on the property, we will meet with you to review and discuss its terms. Offers are written on standard forms and include the rights, obligations, and terms that the parties to the offer are subject to fulfilling. We will do our research on the buyer and will guide you in our opinion and strategy on how best to respond. As the seller, you have the right to accept the offer, reject the offer, or prepare a counter offer which would open the offer to negotiation on any of the terms noted above that are not to your satisfaction. We pride ourselves with strong negotiating skills to ensure our clients receive excellent representation. We love to win.
9 Once all the terms of the offer have been satisfied by the buyer (typically around 2 weeks), the property is declared legally SOLD and it is time to pack and prepare for moving day! We will follow up with you throughout this process and remind you of everything that should be taken care of before closing day. We will also revisit your home a day or two before closing to ensure the property is ready for a smooth closing.
Intrigued? Want to know more? Contact us to find out how our listing process will net you more money in less time!


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Q: What is a healthy interval for triggering AlarmManager for running a background service? My app is running a background service using AlarmManager. The service downloads a JSON from server and checks if some value is matching. Right now it is triggered every 10 minutes but I am thinking of increasing the interval to 5 minutes to have more accuracy.
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Nell'ambito della Scienza dell'alimentazione, la Seconda Legge di Parisi della Degradazione Alimentare stabilisce e avverte che i processi meccanici aventi lo scopo di porzionare un alimento in una serie di parti più ridotte, oppure i processi meccanici che puntano a demolire la struttura in qualche maniera, causano una diminuzione di durabilità rispetto allo stesso elemento non lavorato senza l'ausilio di altri trattamenti (conservativi).

In altri termini, la durabilità alimentare è destinata a diminuire in un alimento porzionato rispetto allo stesso alimento integro, in identiche condizioni di conservazione. Pertanto, ogni alimento sezionato subisce un'alterazione sempre più rimarchevole nel tempo.

Si tenga presente che comunque tutti i prodotti alimentari sono inevitabilmente soggetti nel tempo ad una continua e inarrestabile trasformazione delle loro caratteristiche chimiche, fisiche, microbiologiche, sensoriali e strutturali, in ossequio alla Prima Legge di Parisi della Degradazione Alimentare.

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Cybersecurity Concerns Rise as a Risk Factor for Board Members and Senior Executives in 2015
Breaches, CISO, Data Privacy, Identity and access management (IAM), Security awareness, Strategy and planning
Cyber security has come to the forefront of risk oversight for board members and C-suite executives, according to results of the third annual survey of business executives by global consulting firm Protiviti and the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Initiative at the North Carolina State University Poole College of Management.
"Executive Perspectives on Top Risks for 2015" released today, summarises the concerns of the 277 board members, C-suite and other top-level executives across industries who participated in the survey, identifying the perceived impact of macroeconomic, strategic and operational risks for the upcoming year.
More than half of the global survey respondents (53 percent) indicated that insufficient preparation to manage cyber threats is a risk that will "significantly impact" their organisations this year. Following a string of data breaches in the past year, cyber threats jumped to number three this year, up three rank positions in year-over-year survey results, reflecting increased concern about operational and reputational damage associated with potential breaches.
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"Our survey findings indicate that operational risk issues are keeping many senior executives up at night," said Mark Beasley, Deloitte Professor of Enterprise Risk Management and NC State ERM Initiative director. "Given encouraging signs in the economy, we've observed an overall shift in focus from macroeconomic risks to operational risks, which had the greatest increase in risk scores from 2014. Notably, however, CEO respondents remained extremely focused on macro trends affecting their business."
For the third consecutive year, regulatory changes and heightened regulatory scrutiny ranked as the number one risk on the minds of board members and corporate executives; 67 percent indicated that it will "significantly impact" their organisations.
Differing Perceptions of Risk
The survey findings suggest that while the business environment in 2015 will be somewhat less risky than in the previous two years, most of the business leaders surveyed indicated that they are more likely to invest in additional risk management resources in 2015. The survey also identified differing perceptions between boards of directors and members of the executive team regarding the current risk environment; CEOs and boards of directors reported more optimism about risk issues while CFOs and chief audit executives perceived a more risky business environment.
"While regulation continues to be top-of-mind for business leaders worldwide, there are emerging risks that are receiving increased consideration and attention. Based on our ongoing conversations with boards and executive teams, we added five new risk areas for participants to rank in the survey this year. Two of these made it to the top 10 risk list: one focused on organisational culture and its ability to encourage identification and escalation of risk concerns and the other on customer retention in the face of evolving customer preferences," said Jim DeLoach, a managing director with Protiviti. "The top-10 ranking of these two risks indicates a shift in mindset and priorities for corporate leaders. As a result, we expect there will be increased oversight in these areas at the board level during the next year."
The Top 10 Risks for 2015
Following are the top 10 risks identified in the annual risk survey, along with the percentages of respondents who identified each risk as having a "Significant Impact" on their business.
1. Regulatory changes and heightened regulatory scrutiny may affect the manner in which our products or services will be produced or delivered (67 percent)
2. Economic conditions in markets we currently serve may significantly restrict growth opportunities for our organisation (56 percent)
3. Our organisation may not be sufficiently prepared to manage cyber threats that have the potential to significantly disrupt our core operations and/or damage our brand (53 percent)
4. Our organisation's succession challenges and ability to attract and retain top talent may limit our ability to achieve operational targets (56 percent)
5. Our organisation's culture may not sufficiently encourage the timely identification and escalation of risk issues that have the potential to significantly affect our core operations and achievement of strategic objectives (51 percent)
6. Resistance to change may restrict our organisation from making necessary adjustments to the business model and core operations (49 percent)
7. Ensuring privacy/identity management and information security/system protection may require significant resources for us (52 percent)
8. Our organisation may not be sufficiently prepared to manage an unexpected crisis significantly impacting our reputation (46 percent)
9. Sustaining customer loyalty and retention may be increasingly difficult due to evolving customer preferences and/or demographic shifts in our existing customer base (48 percent)
10. Our existing operations may not be able to meet performance expectations related to quality, time to market, cost and innovation as well as our competitors (46 percent)
The survey was conducted in the fourth quarter of 2014. Respondents represent both U.S.-based and non-U.S. organisations and public and private companies. The report also provides detailed insights broken out by size of company, position and industry.
Resources Available
The "Executive Perspectives on Top Risks for 2015" report from Protiviti and the NC State Poole CollegeERM Initiative, along with an infographic, a video and a podcast highlighting the data are available for complimentary download at www.protiviti.com/TopRisks and www.erm.ncsu.edu.
Protiviti will host a complementary webinar on February 12 at 10:00 a.m. PST/1:00 p.m. EST/ 18:00 UK featuring Protiviti Managing Directors Pat Scott and Jim DeLoach and NC State Poole College Professor Mark Beasley to discuss the survey data and risk management best practices for 2015. To register for the one-hour webinar, please visit www.protiviti.com/webinars.
Additionally, Protiviti is offering a free online benchmarking tool to enable executives to compare their organisation's top risks to the survey findings, available at www.protiviti.com/TopRisks. Users can submit their own responses to questions from the survey, and then download their results in a personalised report showing how they compare to the companies in the
Protiviti-NC State survey.
About the NC State University Poole CollegeERM Initiative
The Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Initiative in the Poole College of Management at North Carolina State University provides thought leadership about ERM practices and their integration with strategy and corporate governance. Faculty in the ERM Initiative frequently work with boards of directors and senior management teams helping them link ERM to strategy and governance, host executive workshops and educational training sessions, and issue research and thought papers on practical approaches to implementing more effective risk oversight techniques (www.erm.ncsu.edu).
About Protiviti
Protiviti is a global consulting firm that helps companies solve problems in finance, technology, operations, governance, risk and internal audit, and has served more than 40 percent of FORTUNE 1000® and FORTUNE Global 500® companies. Protiviti and its independently owned Member Firms serve clients through a network of more than 70 locations in over 20 countries. The firm also works with smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public, as well as with government agencies.

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Sensibility and practicality define the 2012 Subaru Legacy. This 4 door, 5 passenger sedan still has less than 80,000 miles! Under the hood you'll find a 4 cylinder engine with more than 170 horsepower, and for added security, dynamic Stability Control supplements the drivetrain. Subaru infused the interior with top shelf amenities, such as: a tachometer, variably intermittent wipers, fully automatic headlights, tilt steering wheel, remote keyless entry, an overhead console, and 1-touch window functionality. Subaru ensures the safety and security of its passengers with equipment such as: dual front impact airbags, head curtain airbags, traction control, brake assist, anti-whiplash front head restraints, a panic alarm, and 4 wheel disc brakes with ABS. Sophisticated all wheel drive assures superb handling in any weather condition. We pride ourselves in the quality that we offer on all of our vehicles. Stop by our dealership or give us a call for more information.


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International coalition supports El Salvador in battle against Canadian mining company
Published: Wednesday, 09 April 2014 12:14
"Pacific Rim is using ICSID to subvert a democratic nationwide debate over mining and environmental health in El Salvador," the letter said. "When it comes to such issues, local democratic institutions should prevail, not foreign corporations seeking to exploit natural resources."
Polling data shows that a majority of Salvadorans (62 percent) support a permanent ban on metal mining.
"The case against El Salvador is one of many cases that demonstrate the extent to which investor state arbitration broadly found in investment agreements undermine local democracy," said Pedro Cabezas coordinator of the International Allies against Metal Mining – the coalition of NGOs that is spearheading the letter campaign. "It's time for the World Bank to cut its ties to ICSID and stop promoting this investment model."
The World Bank is hosting its biannual meeting in Washington, D.C. this week. Pacific Rim is scheduled to submit its arguments to the ICSID tribunal on April 11, 2014.
The letter will be delivered through actions taking place simultaneously in Washington DC, San Salvador, Vancouver and Toronto. To read the letter, please visit http://www.stopesmining.org/j25/index.php/campaigns/letter-to-the-world-bank
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Manuel Perez Rocha, Institute for Policy Studies (U.S.): 240-838-6623, manuel@ipsdc.org
Dylan Penner, Council of Canadians (Canada): 613-795-8685, dpenner@canadians.org.
Pedro Cabezas, International Allies against Mining in El Salvador (El Salvador): 011-503-7755-1523, stopesmining@gmail.com
Public statement from social movement organizations on the detention of members of the Santa Marta community and ADES in El Salvador
URGENT COMMUNIQUE: To the people of Asuncion Mita, the national and international community
The Cerro Blanco mine and the right to consultation
PRESS RELEASE: The municipal consultation on Cerro Blanco mine is valid and legitimate
Public statement of the Local Governments of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, members of the Lempa River Trinational Border Association, regarding the "Cerro Blanco" mining project, developed by the Canadian company Bluestone Resources.
Guatemala General Water Laws Salvador exploration permits were once approved Ostúa River contaminated with lead arsenic from Cerro Blanco mine German parlamentarians demand justice Honduran environmental activists Arcatao next municipality hold referendum mining contamination ENDORSERS SIGNATARIOS Current political transition crucial advancing democratic reform economic Dorado Political parties give assurances that they will support prohibition Metal Mining Salvadoreans take streets battle


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Any word, any sound, can become a language. When people agree that a sound represents something, that "heart" means u. When people agree to use the same sound to mean the same thing, then there is a language. People who speak English agree that "heart" means u.
Start with one word and use it like a key to unlock the meaning of other words.
1 Pick on word in English.
2 Write that word on the boat.
3 If you want to use that word to write inspiring ideas.
The connections between your word and everything else is what your brain remembers. Your word is the glue that holds everything together.


The restaurant is spread over three floors, strongly characterized by a design that puts in close connection the ground floor and the first floor: the white of the walls and objects is simultaneously interrupted and tied by the insertion of a wallpaper with a peculiar blue motif framed by American Walnut profiles.
Tight cones allow to enhance the details without flattening the space. The room on the first floor, for example, was likely to be flattened due to its wideness and the choice of lights with narrow optical cones gives strong movement and dynamism.
Furniture help to create a warm and relaxing atmosphere: tailor-made lights, tables with various colored laminates and chairs recall the elegant design of the 70's.
Particular attention was paid to the fabric of sofas and seats. Blue sea-colored velvet and green dry cotton cover the three-level seats and warm the atmosphere of the room.
Barca's is the chance to breathe the atmosphere of the West Coast of the '70s, in the center of Turin.


WHAT: Antiques, hand-made pieces and gardening items will be featured at the fourth annual Antiques, Collectibles and Garden Show on March 28-30 at the Historic Nolensville School, 7248 Nolensville Road.
Shoppers will find about 20 Tennessee-based vendors of hand-made wood signs, genealogy books, repurposed wood pallets, antiques, shabby chic items, dishes, beautiful repurposed glass pieces, vintage jewelry, gardening accessories and more.
Show admission at the door is $4. Presented by the Nolensville Historical Society, proceeds go toward preservation, education and restoration in Nolensville.
Shoppers may learn more about their own cherished items with Minerva Appraisal. From 1-4 p.m. Friday, March 29 and 10 a.m. – noon Saturday, March 30, owner Kirsten Rabe Smolensky will appraise items for $15 each, limit of two. No coins, guns, or fine jewelry will be appraised and please bring photos of furniture.
Mill Creek Watershed (millcreeknashville.org) will educate about the importance of conservation. South Branch Nursery will teach about pollination and native plants and will have plants for sale.
WHAT: Join Vintage 615 in Spring Hill to paint a pop art portrait of your pet.
You will create a unique masterpiece. Seats are limited. Advance registration is required.
WHAT: Dozens of exquisite hats for women & men, at all price points, will be unveiled from designers around the world for the Iroquois Steeplechase, Kentucky Derby or any occasion! This iconic event will feature chapeaux from Paris, Melbourne, Los Angeles, New York & Palm Beach!
Feel free to bring your dress, if you already have one, or Stacey Rhodes can style your hat with a dress from the boutique. Enjoy wine and champagne while you shop with a percentage of every hat sold, until the Steeplechase and Derby, benefiting The T.J. Martell Foundation!
WHAT: Today, parents face countless questions about how to utilize all of the benefits of raising our kids in a digitally connected world while also protecting them. It's great that they have access to so much information. But do they need access to ALL of the information they can find on the internet if we really think about what lurks beneath? Its a whole new space for kids to get bullied or for them to be preyed upon by those who would do them harm. What are the long term effects of screen time at an early age? What are the statistics on child addiction with technology? There are so many questions and decisions because again, there is sooooo much value in having the world at our fingertips. This seminar aims to provide parents with valuable information to help make decisions for your family, because we all have different situations and kids with different needs.
Childcare for children ages 2-10 years of age is available. Please register here.
WHAT: The 27th Annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival takes place in multiple venues in Nashville March 26-30, 2019.
Close to 400 songwriters in a variety of genres are scheduled to perform over 90 shows at 10 of Nashville's top music venues.
Get the complete schedule and purchase your tickets at www.TinPanSouth.com.


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July 4th traffic: 7 driving tips for the deadliest day on the road
June 30, 2016, 6:34 PM UTC / Updated July 1, 2016, 11:29 AM UTC / Source: TODAY
By Jonathan Welsh
Transportation analysts expect a record number of people in the U.S. to travel during the Independence Day weekend. The travel group AAA says almost 43 million Americans will take trips to destinations at least 50 miles from home during the holiday period, which it defines as Thursday, June 30 to Monday, July 4.
The projected travel volume is the highest on record for the Fourth of July and surpasses this year's Memorial Day period by 5 million travelers. The main reason for the surge: the lowest seasonal gasoline prices since 2005.
Fourth of July travel crush begins: What you need to know
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While gasoline prices have gone through seasonal increases recently, they are still relatively low. The average price of a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. is $2.31, or 47 cents less than it was a year ago. AAA said drivers in the U.S. have saved about $20 billion on gasoline so far this year compared with 2015.
RELATED: Here are the top 10 amusement and water parks in the US
But there is a downside to the boom in holiday travel: July Fourth is the deadliest day of the year for drivers, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The safety-research group, which is funded by the insurance industry, says that on average, more people die in motor vehicle crashes on July Fourth than any other day of the year, based on the group's analysis of the five most recent years of available fatal-crash data.
From 2010 through 2014, the IIHS said, an average of 118.4 people died in car crashes on July Fourth compared with an overall daily average of about 90 fatalities. New Year's Day was the second worst day for motor vehicle crash deaths during the same study period, with an average total of 118.2 deaths.
Fourth of July travel: When (and when not) to hit the road
The IIHS said motorcycle crashes and driving under the influence of alcohol are major contributors to the high frequency of road fatalities on Independence Day. But there are other factors that make traveling during this and other holidays especially dangerous.
RELATED: Top 10 best states for a road trip
"In general, there are more people on the roads, and drivers may be navigating areas beyond their regular commuting routes," said Chuck Farmer, the Institute's vice president for research and statistical services.
So before hitting the road this weekend, here are some tips to minimize your risk:
1. Follow basic safety practices.
"If everyone buckled up, didn't drink and drive and obeyed the speed limit, July Fourth would be a lot safer," IIHS spokesman Russ Rader told TODAY. And it may sound obvious, but if you're riding a motorcycle, always wear a helmet. "Motorcycle crashes also play a significant role in the deaths that occur on the Fourth," said Rader. "If you're considering buying a bike for the first time or getting a new one, make sure it has antilock brakes, which are increasingly standard on motorcycles. ABS can reduce your risk of dying in a crash by nearly a third."
2. Take preventive measures.
Have a trusted mechanic check over your car before a long road trip or at least check your oil level, tire pressure and make sure your coolant level is correct, since cars can overheat when stuck in traffic.
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3. Play around with your trip's timing if possible.
While the days around July 4 are also dangerous, it is a bit safer to travel a few days before and after July 4 than on the day itself. TODAY's Dylan Dreyer recommends leaving Friday before 7 a.m. or Saturday before 11 a.m. According to traffic and navigation app Waze, the worst time to travel is Thursday and Friday between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. And for the return trip, avoid driving Monday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
4. Mind the gap.
Use the 3-second rule to establish a safe following distance from the car in front of you.
5. Keep your eyes (and mind) on the road.
Try to minimize distractions in the car, from family disputes to loose items like sunglasses, phones and other items left on the dashboard, which can obstruct the driver's view or fall startlingly to the floor.
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6. Know where you're going.
Familiarize yourself with the route by checking the map and printing directions ahead of time. During the drive, have a capable passenger alert the driver to turns, exits and the like to minimize distractions. Avoid gazing at directions on the phone while driving.
7. Get plenty of rest.
Perhaps you've been burning the midnight oil to wrap up projects before your vacation. But while a long car ride may mean a chance to recover as a passenger, it's no place to let your guard down when you're behind the wheel. Plan on taking frequent breaks, and rotating drivers whenever possible.
Below are additional IIHS charts showing data on motorcycle-crash deaths as well as alcohol-related accidents:
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Q: Reporting services project stored procedure as dataprovider for a dropdown Is it possible to let the dataprovider of a combobox be a stored procedure?

A: Assuming you are using  reportbuilder 3.0 it is. All you do is setup a new datasource and set the query type to Stored Procedure. You then set the available values to the output of that data source.
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Caisse appoints Marc-André Blanchard as EVP, head of CDPQ global
Staff | July 31, 2020
The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is appointing Marc-André Blanchard as executive vice-president and head of CDPQ Global, effective Sept. 8, 2020.
In the new role, Blanchard will have direct responsibility for the Caisse's three main regional hubs outside of Canada: the United States/Latin America, Europe and Asia/Pacific. He will lead activities in the organization's international offices and will be supported by Anita George, executive vice-president and deputy head of CDPQ global, whose expanded mandate will now cover all geographies.
Read: Caisse appoints two executives to key functions
"After building multidisciplinary teams in Asia, Latin America, the United States and Europe, and increasing our international exposure by over $140 billion in five years, moving toward a more integrated structure is the natural next step in our evolution," said Charles Émond, president and chief executive officer at the Caisse. "Under Marc-André's leadership, and with Anita's support, this new structure will allow us to continue diversifying our portfolio and go to market with a cross-functional and global view, backed by strong leadership in Montreal and strengthened responsibilities in our key regional hubs and satellite offices.
"With his experience in leading roles on the international stage, Marc-André is the ideal person for the position. He possesses a remarkable ability to develop and maintain business networks and understand regional specificities while mobilizing diverse teams located around the world under a shared vision. Marc-André has a strong sense of public service and commitment that is perfectly aligned with CDPQ's mandate. I firmly believe that he will be a major asset in expanding the reach of our institution — and Quebec — in international markets."
Read: Quebec government appoints Charles Émond new head of Caisse
Blanchard is a lawyer and has served as ambassador and permanent representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York since 2016. From 2010 to 2016, he was chairman and chief executive officer of McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Prior to that, he was the firm's managing partner for Quebec and was a legal advisor and strategist in several major lawsuits and business transactions.
"It's an honour for me to join the CDPQ team and continue the work of recent years and further enhance the organization's international leadership," said Blanchard. "At the U.N., I witnessed first hand the impact that investors can have on major issues around the world, both through their choice of partners and investments and in advancing key themes, such as climate change and sustainable investment. I'm looking forward to working with CDPQ's local teams and to continue positioning this great Quebec institution as a partner of choice in the markets, always to benefit its depositors and to help create new international opportunities for our companies."
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Three people have been injured in a dog attack in the outer Sydney suburb of Tregear.
Emergency services were called to the Vincennes Avenue home at about 1pm on Thursday afternoon.
They found a 40-year-old man in cardiac arrest and having suffered multiple bites. He is in a critical condition.
The man is in a critical condition. Photo: 10 News First.
A 10-year-old girl suffered a bit to her back, while her 30-year-old mother suffered a bite to her forearm.
All three have been transported to Westmead Hospital.
It is believed the dog owner is among those injured. It is not yet clear what breed they are.
NSW Police confirmed the dogs "have been secured".
Linda Smith suffered life-threatening injuries during a savage kangaroo attack last week.


Hvar is located on an island off the west of Croatia's mainland. Surrounded by the Adriatic Sea, you'll enjoy sun, sea and succulent Croatian food.
Affordable city hotel perfectly located, offering simple and comfortable accommodation, sea views and harbour facing sports bar and burgers. The hotel is perfectly located on Hvar's waterfront promenade overlooking the old town and marina.
3-5 minutes walking distance from the centre and local beaches.
The Pharos essence is highlighted by its outdoor pool and bar- a place where morning slowly drifts into day. It is a multi-level playground for the senses where the local environment and contemporary techniques come together to balance your mind, body and spirit.
Consistent with the Pharos design aesthetic – cool blues and subtle oranges here perfectly blend with wide wooden panels bringing the outdoors inside and creating a one-on-one harmony with the unique Mediterranean nature.
This upscale, contemporary beachfront resort overlooks the Paklinski Islands in the Adriatic Sea. Visitors can expect to be amazed by its beauty. It's a 13-minute walk from Hvar Cathedral and 15 minutes' walk from Hvar ferry terminal.
Amenities include a restaurant with sea views, an eatery and a swim-up bar by the outdoor pool and a rooftop gym. There's also a 1930s beach club with dining & a bar for you to enjoy during your stay.
Stylish, modern rooms provide free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, along with safes and mini fridges.
For all you adrenaline junkies! Get the group going with this excellent adventure day. You will be collected and dropped at your accommodation and whisked away to start your day.
You will be put through your paces with Archery, Paint balling and human table football.
An excellent way to spend a day! Jump in the 4x4 and your guide will take you to a picturesque 16th century abandoned village. To continue the tour your guide will scale the steep hills to the highest point in Hvar. Here you can experience unobstructed views of the Island while learning about its oldest town in Croatia, founded by the ancient greeks.
Next stop wine! You will be lead to hillside vineyards and learn all about how they are tended and how to wine is made. To finish the tour you will sit down to lunch and taste 4 wines made at the winery.
Relax in style and recover from the crazy party life in this beautiful spa in Hvar. The huge complex offers visitors a well rounded spa experience.
Dip in the seawater pool or chill out in the whirlpools, visit the onsite bar and lounge or simply relax on the rooftop terrace and enjoy the view.
Rock Climbing is a fun adventurous activity which will really get your adrenaline pumping. Of course all the safety equipment, Instructor and Guide are included so you will feel secure.
This is an excellent chance to do something a bit different on the Stag Weekend. Suitable for beginners and adrenaline lovers alike.
A sightseeing tour with a twist. Jump on your very own scooter and tour Hvar visiting its hot spots like Stari Grad, Jelsa, the lavender fields, old ruins and even a stop for a swim at the beach.
Be amazed with what island has to offer from atop your scooter.
One of Hvars unmissable things to do, sea kayaking is a unique and enjoyable way to discover Hvar and Split at its finest.
No matter what your skill level, the onsite team will ensure you have a great time, all the while taking in the beautiful complexities this rugged coast and 1244 islands has to offer.
This beach club is the place to be seen. You can expect to feel like a celeb while sitting at your booth, sipping drinks and dancing the day away.
A bottle of vodka is ready and waiting to get you started and you get 1000 Euros per 10 people to spend at the bar for the duration of your evening. Get the party started!
Dine in the heart of the Hvar town square with this delicous 3 course meal. There is a wide range of food available including fresh caught fish, juicy steaks and pizzas.
Here you can people watch and take in all Hvar island life has to offer.
Experience the high life by booking you and your group a VIP bar crawl. Your guide will take you to 2 or 3 of Hvar's top bars to start the night off with a bang. After your tailor made bar crawl, you will be whisked to the front of the queue at the club, escorted to your reserved booth and your personal waiter/waitress will serve your drinks from your very own bottle of spirit.
Start the party in style and enjoy luxury in one of Hvars top nightclubs.
Experience sunsets like no other with a sunset cruise around Hvar. Start your journey in the day with a visit to Pakleni island where you will see lush greenery and get a feel of desert island life. Followed by a stop at beach party and also stops along the way for swimming in the crystal clear waters.
This beach club is not to be missed! Featuring famous dj's, stunning views and even better music. You will be able to dance under the open sky from day to night.
The beach club offers a selection of food and drink throughout including shisha. With more of a relaxed vipe, the day time brings sunbathing, water sports, people watching and drinking delicious cocktails. Come night time the club comes to life with dancers, animation and amazing clubbing music using some of the best light and sound systems, memories will be made.
Thanks to the mild climate, the warm winters and pleasant summers Hvar receives many guests, scientists and travellers, who are attracted by the dense Mediterranean nature, rich tradition and architecture, and nightlife.
Hvar Town offers swanky hotels, elegant restaurants and a general sense that, if you care about seeing and being seen, this is the place to be. Rubbing shoulders with the posh yachties are hundreds of young partygoers, dancing on tables at the town's legendary beach bars.
To get to Hvar, you'd need to fly to Split then travel via catamaran, which will take approximately 2 hours to get to Hvar. Split has its own airport which is about a 30 minute transfer to the main city centre. Flights take between 2 and 2.5 hours from the UK. You can fly from pretty much all the major UK airports into Croatia using a variety of airlines.


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Slovakia provides for ten years of mandatory education. Students enter primary education in their 6th year, second primary education will take them from 10-15 years of age and "high" schools are for those 16 and older until they reach university age. Most Universities in Slovakia are government owned and operated although since 1990 there are more private and religious options. These "Private Spice" forms of higher education remain rare in the country. These are privately financed schools of higher education that are privately operated but approved by the Ministry of Education. Studying in Slovakia offers cultural opportunities that may not be seen in other countries. Still emerging after decades of communist rule, higher education in Slovakia is a study in a society, economics, and an educational system that continues to emerge. Stage 1 "Bachelor" Programmes last 3 to 4 years. A Stage 2 "Masters" programme will last an additional 1 to 3 years. Doctorland programmes can take an additional 3 to 4 years. Slovakia provides for higher education for its students at no charge.


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