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From Moncton to Haiti, physician John Li prescribes hope in difficult situations
July 15, 2010 Interview with Dr John Li 2 Comments
I’ve been a family physician in Moncton, N.B., since 1989. Through my family practice, I have close to 2,500 patients. In Moncton, family physicians also take care of their patients while in hospital, so I get up quite early in the morning to do rounds at the hospital before spending a full day at the office. I often have to return to the hospital to check on my sicker patients at the end of the … [Read more...]
When it comes to promoting spiritual and physical well-being, Warren Jones is pursuing a higher standard
June 3, 2010 Interview with Warren Jones Leave a Comment
As the Permanent Secretary for Health in the Government of Bermuda, I provide administrative and policy support to the Minister of Health. I hold direct responsibility for the operations of Ministry Headquarters as Chief Accounting Officer and provide oversight and support for Public Health, hospitals, health insurance, seniors and the Bermuda Health Council. * * * I grew up attending … [Read more...]
As a police constable and Salvationist, Paul Deacon believes in something greater
April 21, 2010 Interview with Paul Deacon 2 Comments
I’m a constable with the Winnipeg Police Service, having joined the police force in March 2003. I always wanted to be a police officer, so I worked toward this goal from junior high onwards. Initially, I was attracted by the sense of adventure and excitement that comes with the job. Then, as I got older, I appreciated the professionalism and varied responsibilities of the career. As a police … [Read more...]
Whether he’s teaching deaf students in Canada or helping African children get an education, Max Vincent believes the world can be a better place
December 4, 2009 Interview with Max Vincent 2 Comments
I attend Cariboo Hill Temple in Burnaby, B.C. I have worshipped there since moving to Vancouver in 1993. Over the years, I have been involved in many different activities, such as serving as a youth volunteer and greeting people at the door on Sundays. * * * I work in public schools teaching deaf and hard-of-hearing students. My students have varying degrees of hearing loss and participate … [Read more...]
At home, church and work, Ivy Burt strives to live a life of integrity and perseverance
November 16, 2009 Interview with Ivy Burt 1 Comment
My husband, Dennis, and I have attended St. John’s Citadel, Newfoundland and Labrador Division, since 1987. In May 2009, I completed an 11-year term as the corps sergeant major. I thank God for the tremendous opportunity of ministry in serving in that role. I am currently a member of the senior pastoral care council and continue to be involved in connecting with and ministering to people in our … [Read more...]
Cam Rennie seeks to be the same person at work and church
October 1, 2009 Interview with Cam Rennie 1 Comment
My wife, Sheila, and I started calling the St. Albert Corps, Alberta and Northern Territories Division, our church home in the mid-1980s. I had become friends with the corps officer through a community jazz band and he asked if I would come and help start a brass band at the church. I accepted the invitation and we’ve been there ever since. I continue to play cornet in the brass band, guitar in … [Read more...]
When the program launched, approximately 20 mothers and children came to the games night, which happens every Friday. Now, nearly 60 people attend each week.
Booth UC grants 61 certificates and degrees to students
May 6-12 is Emergency Preparedness Week, a national effort of Public Safety Canada in partnership with The Salvation Army and other emergency management organizations
Monthly dinner program reaches out to low-income individuals and families
