Turkey gets recognition and admiration

Turkey gets recognition and admiration example from: Kosovo, Bosnia, Albania, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Palestine, etc. because of the Ottoman Empire. 

They see Turkey as the leader in this area still, and a continuation of the empire. 

Yes, Turkey’s border is less than 1 million square metres, smaller than Alberta, Canada’s, but her history is second to none in this area. 

I’m telling you, the Ottomans are going to come back. 

What Turkey wants to do is similar to England, have the Ottoman family sit at the top, and rule the country by parliament. 

Furthermore, the old lands will be incorporated back, not by war, but by the country wanting to join Turkey. 

Will we see it in our lifetime? 

Hampton Pointe

Hampton Pointe

This is Hampton Pointe, located in the west-end of Edmonton Alberta.  The picture is from my living room.  Yes, it snowed again, on today's date of February 20, 2014.

Thank you for visiting, 

Ben

In The Shadow of Banff, Beautiful Canmore

In The Shadow of Banff, Beautiful Canmore 

Here are a dozen pictures while driving to Canmore and finally the town centre of this beautiful and charismatic town; which lies in the shadow of Banff.  

However, the charm of Canmore is quickly being noticed by visitors, and surely is becoming her own sought-after 'destination location'.  

   100 km's away,

   50 km's away,

   25 km's away,

   5 km's away, 

   Our hotel in Canmore, 

   Town centre 1,

   Town centre 2,

   Town centre 3, 

   Town centre 4,

   Town centre 5, 

   Town centre 6, 

   Town centre 7, 

   Town centre 8, &

   Town centre 9. 

Do make time to visit Canmore, in the future. 

Sincerely. 

Chateau Lacombe Hotel Edmonton

Chateau Lacombe Hotel Edmonton

The Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Edmonton, and it is now an iconic landmark.  

The Chateau Lacombe offers spectacular panoramic views of the North Saskatchewan River valley.  

It is a preferred choice for business travellers and a favourite destination for visitors from around the world. 

The picture above of the hotel was taken by me this morning, while walking in front of it on October 8th, 2014.  

Sincerely.

Todays Temperature

Today's Temperature

Today, and the next few days are looking to be absolutely amazing, if you like 'hot' temperature.  

Enjoy, 

Ben

Hamptons Home

Hamptons Home

Hello All,

I have a beautiful executive home available to a professional and responsible person(s). 

          Front

House is available August 1, 2014. 

The rent will be $2,300.00. 

Damage deposit $1,500. 

This is a 1650 square feet, double garaged, walkout basement, backing onto a green space/man made lake, two storey home. 

          Back

Here are some details:

- executive lifestyle,

- cozy home,

- quiet neighbourhood,

- tranquil setting,

- double garage,

- walkout basement,

- backed onto a lake,

- two storey,

- 3 bedrooms,

- 3 bathrooms,

- hamptons. west-end location,

- black appliances,

- 1 year old, 

- upgraded home,

- basement not completed,

The The home is located in the Hamptons, which is a neighbourhood in the west end of Edmonton, close to many outlets. 

No pets please. 

Email me if you are interested. 

Thank you for visiting, 

Ben

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One Bedroom Delight in Hamptons

One Bedroom Delight in Hamptons

Hello Everyone,

I have a beautiful 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom condo for rent; it will be available August 1, 2014.

          Balcony

The condo is 700 square feet with neutral colored walls, black kitchen appliances, and a storage room with white washer & dryer available, plus there is one surface-parking stall.

The condo is located in a quiet and secure building, and it is on the first floor, facing the south/west direction.

          Living room

The rent will be $1,150.00 per month with water & heat Included in this amount.

You will be responsible for your own power, cable, and internet. 

Kitchen 

The damage deposit is $850.00

I am looking for a responsible, mature, dependable and clean individual, who is a non-Smoker.

No Pets allowed. 

Entrance into the unit 

If you have any questions or you want to arrange a viewing, please email me.

Thank you,

Ben

Marvellous Scenic and Busy Banff

Marvellous Scenic and Busy Banff

I had the opportunity to visit the city of Banff, in the province of Alberta, this past Eastern Weekend. 

As always, Banff is majestically beautiful in every corner, not a bad spot in deed, in this touristic 'hot spot '. 

Here are about a dozen pictures driving to Banff, and finally walking on the main road.  

   50 km's away, 

   25 km's away, 

   5 km's away,

   1 km away, 

   Banff, 

   Main road 1, 

   Main road 2, 

   Main road 3, 

   Main road 4, 

   Main road 5, 

   Main road 6, 

   Main road 7, 

   Main road 8, 

   Main road 9, 

Have you made it to this marvellous place yet?

Thank you for visiting. 

Ben

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Average Weekly Income

Average Weekly Income

The 'average weekly income' for Canadians is now $935.00 / week, effective January 2014. 

This figure is 'Gross Income' from T4 earnings.  The yearly amount is:

$48,730.00. 

If you make more then the figure above, consider yourself fortunate.  

This is 3.0% higher then the previous years amount. 

Year-over-year T4 earnings increased in all provinces, with above average growth in the following provinces of:

Alberta, 

Newfoundland and Labrador, 
Saskatchewan, & 

Prince Edward Island.

The province of Alberta is leading the Canadian economy in paying proper wages to employees; that's very good for us 'wage earners'. 

Thank you for reading, 

Ben here

Before and After in Hampton Pointe

Before and After in Hampton Pointe

The picture with the 'sunrise' was taken on November 15, 2013.

The below picture was taken on February 19, 2014. 

Both pictures were taken from my living room, looking onto the back yard, and beyond homes. 

Minimum Wage in Canada

Minimum Wage in Canada

The 'minimum wage' in Canada is set forth by 'Employment Standards Regulation'.  This document states that for example, in the province of Alberta, the 'minimum wage' is;

- hourly minimum wage of $9.95 for most employees,

- hourly minimum wage of $9.05 for employees serving liquor,

I have attached some useful links and documents to support all the figures, these are below:

Employment Standards, Rights and Responsibility at Work

http://humanservices.alberta.ca/documents/Minimum-Wage.pdf

Province of Alberta, Employment Standards Code

http://www.qp.alberta.ca/1266.cfmpage=1997_014.cfm&leg_type=Regs&isbncln=9780779733927

Order in Council

http://www.qp.alberta.ca/documents/orders/orders_in_council/2011/611/2011_237.html

Do you feel that an increase is warranted for the 'minimum wage'?

I will write another blog in the future, as I am interested to know which province in Canada has the 'highest' 'minimum wage' currently. 

To be continued. 

Thank you, 

Ben 

Lois Hole Public Library

Lois Hole Public Library

The west-end public library, located in Callingwood, is named 'Lois Hole' Public Library in honour of the 'Late' Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Mrs 'Lois Hole'. 

This is the library, I frequently visit and wanted to write about today.  

First, I would like to state that this is a 'new' and beautiful building.  The foyer/entrance is wide, inviting; with a statue of Mrs Lois Hole, sitting on a bench, welcoming everyone.  

There are plenty of windows to allow natural light that filters into the large space all around.  

The layout has been exceptionally designed, with separate areas for children, teens, study rooms, magazine browsing, and computer use area; all this, and a 'huge' aquarium full of colourful fish. 

This library is 'grand' looking from inside and outside.  

Now, let me write about the 'parking' area.  The amount and area allocated for the 'parking' to this building is not sufficient for the number of visitors entering daily.  Parking is very cramped, and I do believe, the 'City' did not properly research and investigate this 'Parking' issue.  

However, overall, I am satisfied and grateful for this building; full of wonderful reading material. 

Have you visited this library yet? 

Thank you for reading.