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Ask Ellie: Story offers hope for those who have suffered heartbreak

Ask Ellie: Story offers hope for those who have suffered heartbreak

Take control of your own life. Understand and forgive the struggles of those you care about.
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Cycle with New Westminster grandmas to help African grandmas

Cycle with New Westminster grandmas to help African grandmas

Put on your cycling shorts, and train for a 100 km-ride fundraiser organised by Royal City Gogos — a group of 55 New West-based grandmothers who are raising money for African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS. 
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Ask Ellie: Niece refuses to work to fund education

Ask Ellie: Niece refuses to work to fund education

We’re stunned by her lack of willingness to take responsibility for her own life
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Opinion: Outdoor education has psychological, cognitive and physical health benefits for children

Opinion: Outdoor education has psychological, cognitive and physical health benefits for children

Policymakers can boost outdoor education by integrating it into strategies to enhance both student and teacher well-being and equity.
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Dear Ellie: No point in keeping ties with abusive dad, stepmom

Dear Ellie: No point in keeping ties with abusive dad, stepmom

Adults who have suffered years of parental abuse/neglect, must focus on their healing and building self-worth.
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Hey, Colleague: When's the right time to leave my job?

Hey, Colleague: When's the right time to leave my job?

Is it time to start planning your next move?
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Ask Ellie: Old friend, boyfriend make it weird with unwanted sexual advances

Ask Ellie: Old friend, boyfriend make it weird with unwanted sexual advances

They crossed a boundary that made you uncomfortable and you should tell her that
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Ask Ellie: Car ride good time to have 'serious' chats with kids

Ask Ellie: Car ride good time to have 'serious' chats with kids

In the car, they can’t walk away; you don’t have to look at each other; they have no choice but to listen.
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Ask Ellie: Sibling estrangement often starts with childhood trauma

Ask Ellie: Sibling estrangement often starts with childhood trauma

The initial blame runs deep, possibly due to parents’ favouritism, emotional abuse, or sibling bullying, especially if backed by a parent.
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Photos: You can go camping with friendly alpacas at this adorable B.C. campsite

Photos: You can go camping with friendly alpacas at this adorable B.C. campsite

Turkeys, alpacas and horses - oh my! There are several unique offerings to browse.
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