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INSIDE THIS ISSUE In defense of the Cayman Regiment EDITORIAL — page 2
The post-graduation reality awaits
LOCAL NEWS — page 4-5
Clifton Hunter High School Graduates Place ‘Top Ten’ in The Region
LOCAL NEWS — page 6 By Staff Writer While there is acceptance of the unit tablished Regiment, which is a reserve in its disaster response and humanitari- force whose duties include the defence Debate swirling in the community an form, government and opposition are of these Islands, providing humanitar- about the role of Cayman Islands Reg- at odds over its defence mandate. ian assistance and disaster relief, as- sisting the Royal Cayman Islands Police Assembly’s new session with the gov- bled the bill seeking to give legislative Service and the Cayman Islands Coast ernmentiment hit and the opposition �loor of thetrading Legislative salvos authorityHon. Premier to the regiment. Alden McLaughlin ta- Guard when called upon, as well as par- on the addition to the jurisdiction’s uni- “The Bill provides for the govern- formed services. ance and management of the newly es- ... Continued story on page 3 2020 High School PIRATES Your business in safe hands SHOW LOCAL SPORTS — page 7 Graduation By Christopher Tobutt and dads, brothers and sister and of CAY-MUNITY course school friends too. It was a big With the theme “Imagine If,” 195 night, not just for John Gray, but for the students of John Gray High School beat future leaders of the Cayman Islands. SPIRIT all the disruption caused by the coro- It was just the beginning for them, as navirus pandemic, proudly graduating in front of teachers, dignitaries, moms ... Continued story on page 4
FC International holds football camp
REGIONAL — page 11
The Pirates Week Festival has put on its creative hat and come up with a ‘2020 version’ of the National Festival that we all know and love. The theme this year is ‘Cay-munity’ which ultimately sums up the Cayman Islands’ response to every challenge this year has presented.
Jamaica to start antiviral drug Arie Ebanks receives Most Outstanding Student in Physical Education Award ... Continued story on page 8
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EDITORIAL COMMUNITY NOTICES The post-graduation Liquor Licensing Board reality awaits Quarterly Meeting – It’s that time of year December 7 when optimism and enthusiasm is abound- ing among our youth. Board advises the pub- Hundreds of young- licThe that the Liquor next Licensingquarterly sters in our community board meeting will be held are preparing for a ma- on Monday, December 7, jor step in their lives. 2020. High school graduates Application for liquor li- are embarking on the cences are now being ac- next steps of their re- cepted with forms available spective journeys. on the website, www.dci. Some will head over- gov.ky. Applications and fees seas to colleges and are being processed at the universities; others will embrace educa- 1st Floor of the Government tional opportunities AdministrationBusiness Licensing Building Counter, lo- at our tertiary institu- cated on Elgin Avenue. tions at home. There Deadline for applications are also others whose to be considered at the futures are murky with quarterly board meeting is uncertainty. College Shante Reid receives the Most Outstanding Student in November 9, 2020. Applica- acceptance letters did Leisure and Tourism Award from MLA David Wight tions submitted after that date will be ed directly to applicants who have suc- not come in the mail, scheduled for the next quarterly ses- cessfully submitted applications for or these communications were deliv- However, even in a COVID – 19 era, sion to be held in March 2021. the quarterly session. this is not all doom and gloom. It is Applicants for new licences are re- Interested members of the public blocks the pathway to head off to pur- the nature of life that some of us will quired to attend before the Board at can contact the Department of Com- sueered higher but the education. �inancial reality is that it be more successful than others. As the time of the session. Details of the merce and Investment at [email protected]. For those who are heading off, it’s parents and members of the commu- time and meeting room will be provid- ky for additional information. not just the joy of the opportunity nity, we need to constantly remind the but there are legitimate fears about youth that where they are now or the whether they can handle the pressure obstacles they face are not the end of and succeed. Those heading into the the road. Many successful entrepre- HSA Invites workplace will be excited to enter the neurs never set foot inside a lecture “real world” and will realise the bur- hall or dropped out of tertiary educa- dens of this life. Others will sit at home tion. Jobseekers to Apply wondering what is next. The reality is that the world can be a harsh place and as a society it is not young people. They are promised that our jobs to shield the youth from this for Opportunities at theLives world are is theirs, at crossroads yet youth for unem- our but to help make it easier for them to ployment outpaces other sectors of succeed and to provide the necessary the population. Workers are expected support. In the meantime, we need to Recruitment Fair to stay on the job later in their lives, teach them that the struggles they face thereby limiting the opportunities for now can make them more battle tested Jobseekers and volunteers are in- “Our recruitment fair will give job- those entering the job market. to survive in the world of business. vited to explore current and upcom- seekers the opportunity to make last- EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICES ing vacancies within Cayman’s largest ing impressions on potential managers healthcare system this Friday 23 Oc- PAGE 2 Wednesday, October 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 tober fromCaymanian 9am-3pm at the HSA’sTimes Re- for career growth and development COVID-19 UPDATE cruitment Fair in the Hibiscus Confer- thatand exist to see here �irsthand at the HSA.” the possibilities ence at the Cayman Islands Hospital. Positions are currently available in Several clinical and non-clinical roles a wide range of departments includ- oticCOVID-19Es Testing at the HSA are available across all skill ing Environmental Services, Facilities Editorial N levels, making the event an open call Management, Dietary Services, Human Resources, Finance, Nursing, Emer- UpdateCustoms 20 Registration October of2020 Importersemployment. beginsRepresentatives from all gency Medical Services, Procurement departmentsfor quali�ied within persons the actively HSA will seeking be on and more. Attendees are reminded To help importers start using a system for entry declaration, the Department will hand to offer insight on potential ca- that masks are mandatory throughout start registering importers starting Monday, 16 October 2017. reers within the organisation. all HSA facilities. Persons are also en- ID-19TheThe registration Chieftests Medicalhave isbeen required Of�icer, carried by Dr. the implementation of a new online electronic “The HSA is eager to meet prospec- couraged to download and complete systemoutJohn since Lee, for thisreportsentry was declaration. that last 238reported COV- Effective 1 November 2017, the Cayman Islands tive employees and volunteers who an HSA application in advance by vis- Customson Monday, Department 19 October will 2020. implement All the new system. This will require importers wish to join our dynamic team of over iting www.hsa.ky. towere complete negative. and submit entries electronically to Customs using the new gateway 900 professionals”, says Chief Human For more information on the HSA Re- portalThree COLS symptomatic (Customs Onlinepeople System). re- Importers will be able to access the portal cruitment Fair, email [email protected]. throughmain in thea stablewebsite condition www.customs.gov.ky. with Tips of the Week oneFor person individuals admitted who haveto the not Cay- yet received training in the use of the system, Customs willResources provide Of�icer in-house Samantha training. Bennett. man Islands Hospital requiring Motivational Tip ventilatorHowever, support, before they and can the useother COLS, two importers being in isolation will have with to be mild formally symptoms. registered and recognised as an importer by Customs. The Power of Music This will require each individual to come in and provide Customs with relevant information including a government-issued Do not underestimate the power of music. Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. mend the broken heart, relieve stress identification,As a result,Cayman Customs e.g., driver’s willIslands begin licence the or registrationCOVID-19 passport. Additionally,process Dashboard starting it will Monday, be necessary 16 October for through companies 27 October and businesses 2017, from to provide8:30am and even help you to live longer. Just ask some of our seniors who are still Roberts Drive (locally known as Airport Road). playing music and dancing. They will to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Registration will take place on the 1st floor of Customs Headquarters, located at #42 Owens agree that music has added value to However, if they miss this period to be registered, Customs will continue to register importers during normal business their life and also a few more years. hours. Although most importers were previously registered in the old system, it is necessary for all importers to be registered After a long stressful day, close your in the new0 system. Once registered with Customs,214 importers can then submit entries electronically and do business with eyes turn on your iPod or CD player Customs,Today’s without confirmed having cases to attend in person.Recovered* and just enjoy the mellowing sounds Cayman------Islands Customs Management thanks importers for their cooperation and understanding and looks forward to of music. If you have energy left you continued partnership. may even dance a jig. Live longer. Live happier. 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Sheps, M.D. Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser Designer GOVERNMENT C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 3 In defence of the Cayman Regiment ... Continued story from page 1 ticipating during ceremonial occasions," he stated. The controversy over certain aspects of the role of the regiment comes as oth- er Overseas Territories are rolling out their own units with a broadly similar remit. Some like Bermuda, a reference point Hon. Deputy Governor, Franz Manderson for Cayman, have a long history, while others are more recent, such as the Turks and Caicos Islands. Montserrat has also had a long-standing defence force. Much of the debate has revolved around whether the regiment should have more of a humanitarian remit or a military defence capability. Its involvement in defence and securi- ty missions outside Cayman, the role of the Governor - who is ultimately respon- Hon. Leader of the Official Opposition, Arden McLean sible for defence under the constitution, CAYMANIAN TIMES Friday 29 September, 2017 Issue No 124 PAGE 19 andCLASSIFIEDS recruitment eligibility have been points of concern. He also declined to support the bill in NO HIDDEN AGENDA was a great idea,” the Deputy Governor its present form. The Hon. Deputy Governor, Franz push back against suggestions that the Manderson felt that a numberHealth of City “very Cayman “But,” Islands he insisted, “there is no hidden Premier McLaughlin has also had to informed the LA meeting. regiment was part of the BritishKOZAILY army, DESIGNS LTD. valid points” hadInvites been applicationin reference forto theagenda following here. Thepositions Governor wants a reg- that it was being rushed and that the conceptHon. Leader of the ofregiment the Of�icial but Opposition,also voiced the Defence Bill formally setting up the iment for the Cayman Islands so that it regiment already has recruits - 51 of concernsArden McLean, with elements is keen of on the the bill. original regiment. will carry out the functions of keeping Invites Cayman Nationals & Status Holders to fill in the job post for.. them - while the law underpinning it is “I want to see these young people In a move to address the issues raised us safe. Helping us.” only now being tabled.ONE (1) ARCHITECTURAL AUTOwhat ICAD want TECHNICIAN to see them proudly doing he offered an opportunityAdministrative for consul- Assistant-“Mr Speaker. Accounts I'm not gonna be part Qualifications:He also cited precedence in the case the drills along the streets and proud to of any conspiracy. The government is of the• WithCoast Bachelor’s Guard where Degree the in underpin- Architecturebe in the Uniformed Services.” cerns. not going to be part of any conspiracy. • Must have in depth knowledge in computer aided design software such as but ning legislation is still outstanding. “Watch my choice of words,” he point- tationGraduate/PostGiving with the MLAs background Graduate/I.C.W.A./C.A to address to the their origins con- FinanceWe are with here 3to years’ serve of the experience people of inthe The notregiment limited tois AutoCAD,“one more Revit, impor- 3D Max,ed Photoshop, out, placing etc. emphasis on “the Uni- of the regiment, he assured that there Cayman Islands and that's exactly what tant• partWith of at our least national 5 years ofresiliency relevant workin- experienceformed Services.” wasrelevant no hidden field. agenda. Experience in the healthcarewe're industry doing. wouldAll of usbe hasadvantageous. the Cayman Job Description: “You go to America and every time •“I've had numerous discussions with Islands best interests at heart,” Mr Man- who• hasDetermine been at client’s the forefront objectives of and the requirements; you see somebody Meet with in other a military professionals uniform hisPost Excellency holder will about be responsiblethis regiment. for: He derson stressed. and clients at an early stage to agree on the project brief. pushfrastructure”, to have it said established Premier he McLaughlin said dat- everybody gathers around them and say talked• Cash to me collections from day one and when deposits he said and reconciliationThe Defence of Billsame. was expected to be ing back• Understand to 2005, howthe year the design after the aspects dev- of athank construction you for project your service. influence I wantand relate to be he was going to bring it up with the Pre- voted when the sitting of the Assembly astationto causedperformance by Hurricane and functional Ivan whenissues so ablethat practicalto do that questions here, too,” can hebe saidaddressed. hoping mier• andPayables I told himand then receivables. that I thought it resumed on Wednesday October 21st. Cayman• Sketch was preliminaryassisted by design the Bermudaplans that the unit expands its ranks to 150 • regiment.• Specify materials and furnishings, suchfrom as its lighting, present wall51. finishes, flooring, Statutory payments and audits. "Whenplumbing we won fixtures, the Governmentetc. for Another round of recruitment is un- Must have knowledge in preparing, examining and analyzing accounting • Evaluate and advise on environmental,derway. legal and regulatory issues contributing that wasto planning one of the applications things we and pursued other regulatory application procedures; records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess withthe �irst• theAssess timethen-Governor what in 2005, surveys the but (e.g. Progressives; at landthat surveys)time theare requiredGovernor, before the unit work should can commence be under Salaryaccuracy. range: US$30,000 to 42,000 per annum based upon experience the UKand Government ensuring such was surveys not at are all undertaken in- “a Mrminister and McLean their with results also the fed felt delegated into that the instead project. respon- of clined• Developto support project the briefs establishment and working of on thesesibility as forthe Uniformedproject progresses; Services in this such• aPrepare regiment final and plans, the idea using died computer on the applicationscountry.” such as CAD, sketchup, revit vine." and make presentation for the client He also wondered why the Cadet Assistant Manager – Finance & Accounts (Claims & Debt Collections) • Advise clients on procuring the best andCorps most appropriatewasn’t prioritised contracts over for a the new work reg- ed" whenthey current are undertaking; the Governor HE Mar- iment. tynMr Roper McLaughlin took up saidthe mantle. he was "delight- As the debate progressed the Hon. In- • Place orders for materials and oversee installation of the design elements Bachelors of Commerce with minimum 5-8 years’ finance and Debt Collections "It seems, the UK has come to under- • Liaise with appropriate authorities (planning enquiries, building inspectors) stand the huge advantage of having an tral, Kenneth Bryan, took exception to • when producing documentation for statutory approval; experience in any Industry but preferably in healthcare industry. established service, established force severaldependent aspects MLA of for the George legislation Town and Cen- the in the• Producing, various territoriesanalyzing, andcomprised advising onfunctions detailed of thespecifications regiment. for suitable Must have sound knowledge of medical terminologies used in a hospital of peoplematerials who liveor processing there and to who be used; have “Nobody’s disputing the positive • setting including but not limited to CPT/ICD codes. intimate• Carry-out knowledge design-stage of the terrainrisk assessments; and things that the regiment can bring,” Mr • Administering contracts and projects certifications; issues that affect the particular ter- Bryan said, but he had a number of res- • Receive payments and post amounts paid to customer accounts. ritory• Createand they and communicateseized on the change oppor- orderservations, when necessary including the role of the Gov- tunity• Oversee of doing and so supervise first in Cayman,the project he ernor in the oversight of the unit. Make Debtors ageing report on a biweekly basis and present the same to • Visit after the project to ensure that the client is satisfied said." He also questioned the lack of public • “Members• Perform of other the relatedRegiment tasks. will re- consultation. Management. ceiveRemuneration or are receiving and benefits: in some cases Following a break in the debate dur- Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by email, telephone, theSalary necessary is commensurate ongoing training with soexperience as and qualification CI$4,500-6,000/ tomonth be ready with to health assist insurance during any and crisis; pension within accordance the government with the on Cayman their concerns Islands • or personal visits in order to recover payment. ing which MLAs were able to consult Government. over the bill, Mr Bryan welcomed the • earthquake,Interested applicantsa hurricane, may a pandemic, submit their or resume to Advise customers of necessary actions for debt repayment. [email protected]. assisting that crisis the is RCIPS a major or the �ire, Coast an Sort and file correspondence, and perform miscellaneous duties such as Guard as necessary.” amendments”.clari�ications and said that he would “de�initelyBut he maintained be supporting his concerns some ofabout the • answering correspondence and writing reports. RESERVATIONS the role of the Governor - who retains But there are objections KOZAILYto the wider DESIGNS constitutional LTD. responsibility for de- Arrange for debt repayment or establish repayment schedules, based on remit especially clauses relating to mil- fence. • customers' financial situations. itary service, although non-combatant, “I think that majority of the concerns both in and outside Invites the Cayman Cayman Nationals Islands, & thatStatus we Holders have in to respect fill in the to this job billpost can for.. be SalaryNegotiate Range: credit USD 30,000.00 extensions towhen USD necessary. 40,000.00 per Annum. at the discretion of the Governor. summed up in one word and that word ONE (1) BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTANT Resident Medical Officer is trust,” he said, “because I don't think Qualifications: Ezzard Miller said while he supports the anybody in this honourable house is dis- establishmentHon.• Must independent have of thea professionalMLAregiment for Northside as licenseprevi- orputing certificate whether issued we bywant any a regimentrecognized or ously professionalenvisioned, bodywhat (CA, was ACCA, presented CPA). not.” MBBS• with MD/Fellowship in Pediatric with 5-7 years of experience. • Minimum 8 years post-qualification work “Whenexperience. we started to hear many peo- line and therefore he could not back the ple being concerned, it tells me that the Extensive experience in the practice of Pediatric with additional • Exceptional working knowledge of QuickBooks Premier. legislation.to the LA deviated from the original out- majority of the people are not opposed • experience in care of Acute Pediatric inpatients (desirable). “My• Wellconcerns versed lie in in financial the fact statements’ that much preparationto a regiment and analysis. but none of us knew what has •beenWith added the ability to the to role develop of the strategies regi- the and formulation plans for short, of the mid, regiment & long wouldterm Should be aware of JCI policies and procedures and would have worked in ment thatfinancial I could goals not of support. the organization. look like,” the Geoirge Town Central “What I do not support is the assign- Salaryhigh range: volume Salary Cardiac will and/or be on Orthopedics Percentage tertiary basis prorated care Hospitals. according to • Keen in details and well-rounded in internal control policy and execution ment of the role of defence of these is- hours of engagement. lands…and• Excellent such organizational, other duties as oral the and Gov- writtenMLA communication observed.ON THE DEFENSIVEskills. ernorJob Description:may determine.” Assurances• Budget managementfrom the government and cash flowthat monitoring. the regiment was not an army or a divi- challengedHon. MLA forwhat Prospect, he called Austin misrep- Harris, Only shortlisted candidates are guaranteed a response. • Financial statements’ preparation and analyses – these include but not limited sion of the UK military, were not satis- resentationsCouncillor in of the the Of�ice Defence of theBill Premier,and the to the analysis of all real and nominal accountsrole of the as wellregiment. as performing variance & Mr Millerfinancial said ratio there analysis. were a number He cast the unit in more of a non-com- Suitably experienced Caymanians, Status holders, Residents with Employment offactory other• Recording to misgivingsthe Northside of daily he financial MLA. had with transactions the batant, in accounting peace-keeping software: role. Quickbooks Defence Bill formalising the Cayman Is- Citing sections of the Defence Bill Rights only need to apply. lands• regimentPerform reconciliation and hoped thatof cash the in rel- bank, whichpayables, refer receivables to performing and other military balance ser- evant sheetamendments accounts. would be made to vice including training and non-com- Please send resume to [email protected], P.O. Box-10590, KY1-1005, earn• hisLiaise support. with Project Manager in the reviewbatant and analysisservices of both project outside costs, and payment inside Cayman Islands. 12-Oct-2017. Thatapplications trend of concern & contracts. was the pattern the islands, Mr Harris said in his view for other interventions by opposition these are intended to “instill discipline Deadline to submit application is • Accounts receivable management – fromas billing a primary to collection objective to report not generationnecessarily to analysis of aging of receivables, to recommendation on the provision for bad Bushand MLAs. alsodebts. cited the authority of the Gov- us believe.” Hon. MLA for West Bay North, Bernie war-�ighting ability as some would have ernor• Accountsover the regiment,payable management especially his – from“It processing may surprise of suppliers’ you to invoicesknow thatto Advertise discretionary scope. there exists within the United Kingdom Mr Bushpayment also to questioned budget allocation. the pace at military complex 210 regiments cores which• Reviewhe felt existingthe legislation company was internal being control and policies units,” heand explained. procedures and prepare here! rushedrevisions/suggestions through compared for to managementwhat he approval felt were other pressing issues. gressor type forces although they car- Remuneration and benefits: Mr Bush said the bill as presented had ry“However, the same name not all and are similar �ighting training or ag- Contact a staff member a CI$3,000-4,000/monthlot of mistakes and questionedwith health insurancethe strategies.” and pension in accordance with the to find out how you can government’sCayman Islands priorities. Government. “People are los- ingInterested their homes, applicants and we may don’t submit rush totheir do resumeenabled to them to play key roles in hu- advertise in this spot! anything to help him, but we are rushing manitarianThe Prospect services MLA including said these disaster skills [email protected]. with this.” relief. LOCAL NEWS PAGE 4 Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 C�������� T����
MLA Kenneth Bryan presents Brittany Wright Most outstanding student in Principles of Woody Foster presents Nefertiti Moore with the Most Outstanding Student in Office Ad- Business (Photos by Stacey-An Anderson, Communications Officer and FOI Assistant) ministration Certificate JGHS graduation, “Imagine If….” ... Continued story from page 1 they walked out on an uncertain world, yet full of the hope of new doors open- ing and limitless possibilities. Addressing the students, The Depart- said, “I encourage you to hold onto your dreamsment of and Education’s continue to Lyneth imagine Monteith endless
With change comes challenges. At times thesepossibilities. challenges Life is my constantly overwhelm changing. you, they may even cause you to fall, but rest assured that your strength does not lie within the number of time that you fall, it lies in how well you rise and reposi- tion yourself to get back to your goals.” Carrie Smith receives the award for Most Outstanding Technical Shante Reid receives the Most Outstanding Student in Leisure During the opening prayer, Pastor Drawing Student and Tourism Award from MLA David Wight Christopher Murray said, “We ask you God for wisdom, wisdom to know when family, and this very powerful network more than knowledge. For many years you going to do with it? If you sit down, to say yes, and when to say no, wisdom of John Gray and Cayman behind you. we have trained our people to become nothing will happen. You’ve got to strive to know when to let go, and when to Imagine after this year you have more employees, rather than to become the to achieve. So I say to you this evening courage. Growth rarely comes from men and women who change the whole friends, stretch your imaginations so that bless us with the choicest of blessings within your comfort-zone. I ask you to trajectory of how society does things. A you will become the next great man, the hold on, and Lord we ask you tonight to set your own standards now, your own man or a graduate without imagination next great woman that will be spoken of year our world looked so different. expectations…have higher expectations is like a bird or a plane without wings. in this country…you can become anything ImaginePrincipal if the Jonathan challenges Clark of said, this “Lastyear for yourself, higher than ours. Rev. Rose read from Jeremiah 29 Verse that you want to become in this life.” made you better, stronger, and wiser. Reverend Dr. Christopher Rose gave 11. “ ‘For I know the thoughts that I have It was time to present out the gradua- With every risk there’s an opportunity the main address. “How are your im- towards you, plans for good things and tion diplomas and other special awards. and every day you can be the very best aginations working this evening?” he not evil things, plans to give you a great The graduates were awarded into dif- version of you, knowing you have your asked the graduates. “Imagination is hope and a great future,’” but what are ferent groups according to their level of academic achievement, and one by one they came up onto the stage. Spe- cial awards in subjects were presented to students who had excelled, but there were also awards presented for nota- ble achievements or participation of various kinds. The Governor’s Achieve- ment Award was presented to Janice Contreras – Holness by H.E the Gover- nor, Martyn Roper. The Cultural Award, sponsored by Martyn Bould, was pre-
wanis Award for Key Clubbers was pre- sented toto LéKabira Bron Palmer.McLean, Jehiel and theHenry Ki- received the Top Business Studies Stu-
Publisher and Owner of the Caymanian Times,dent Award, and Brittany sponsored Wright by Ralphand Nefertiti Lewis, Moore received Most Outstanding Stu- dent in Principles of Business and Most
Aysha Ebanks, recipient of the Most Outstanding EDPM award JGHS principal Jonathan Clark tration respectively Outstanding Student in Of�ice Adminis- Clifton Hunter High School Graduates Place ‘Top Ten’ in The Region Education Minister urges Clifton Hunter High School (CHHS) Graduates to Strive for Excellence Recently, hun- dreds gathered in the Clifton Hunter High School Gymnasium to recognise and cele- brate the accomplish- ments of the school's 109 graduates at the graduation ceremony for year 2020 held under the theme, 'Oh Destiny Daley receives her diploma with high honours and was The Places You Will named Student of the Year Go!' In attendance for the prestigious affair were a host of
private sector and otherMLAs, government VIPs from theof-
His Excellency, Gov- ernor�icials. Martyn Most notably, Roper, Minister O’Connor-Connolly presents Diamond Chambers with her diploma with High the Honorable Dep- Honours. Diamond also earned numerous subject-awards including Integrated Science, Human and Social Biology, English Language, Geography and Technical Drawing (Photos uty Governor Franz by Stacey-An Anderson, Communications Officer and FOI Assistant) Manderson, Minister Dwayne Seymour and of course the Minister for Educa- In keeping with this year’s them to strive for excellence. "No tion, Youth, Sports, Agriculture theme, Minister O'Connor-Con- one but you can determine your nolly, gave a moving address. The liana O’Connor-Connolly all of Education Minister reminded make up your mind that this will A few audience members are seated next to the CHHS gradu- whomand Lands, made the presentations Honourable for Ju- graduates that they controlled �inal destination. You have to ating class of 2020 special student awards. their destiny and encouraged ... Continued story on page 5 LOCAL NEWS C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 5
Hon. Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, Minis- ter of Education addresses the members Miss Melody Martin, delivers the Key- Kiara Brown delivers the Valedictory (l-r) Salutatorian Thomas Sevik Jr. re- of the Layman E. Scott Senior High note speech at the Layman E. Scott Address at the Layman E. Scott Senior ceives his awards from MEYSAL Acting School Graduating class of 2020 Senior High School Graduation High School Graduation Chief Officer Lyneth Monteith RISING ABOVE THE ASHES By Shakir Khan
A packed Aston Rutty Centre was the
High School graduation ceremony for thescene class for of the 2020. Layman Parents, E Scott guardians, Senior families and friends of the graduates
COVID - 19, post- pandemic event on Caymanturned up Brac. in their The eveningnumbers was for athe bitter- �irst sweet occasion as one of the graduates Ashlee Walton had passed away a few weeks earlier. There was a song dedicat- ed to her memory, as well as a moment of silence. Ashlee was also the recipient of multiple awards on the night. The theme for this year’s ceremony Members of Layman E. Scott Senior High School Graduating class of 2020 (Photos by Stacey-An Anderson, Communications Officer and FOI was, “RISING ABOVE THE ASHES.” It Assistant) was inspired by Ashlee. After the pre- liminary items, the congregation joined ash that continue rising. Stay focused on Valedictorian Kiara Brown in her ad- and being planted. You are the class cho- in singing the familiar hymn, “Great Is dress used the PHOENIX BIRD as her sen for such a time as this. We are proud Thy Faithfulness.” what is around you. God bless you all.” focus. Every letter she issued her mean- In her remarks to the graduates the theMelody �inish lineMartin, and nevera former be distractedstudent and by ings to her classmates. “Each of us is a me especially highlight that in Math- Minister for Education, Hon. Mrs. Juliana current Human Resource Manager, was Phoenix. Each is strong and resilient. of your diligent work and success. Let O’Connor Connolly praised them for their the keynote speaker. She used the life diligence and hard work especially Ash- of Kobie Bryant to urge graduates to be happy, celebrate optimism, learn from plause).ematics These Level surpassed 2 percentile expectations. was 84 %, I lee who was an outstanding student. The experiences,Let us persevere, be noble help toin makeour endeav- others encourageEnglish 95%, you and all Scienceto face the 95% future (loud with ap- minister used the theme of the function accomplishment of a set goal. Success ours, live for immortality, soar power- purpose and passion. God bless you all.” to dedicate her remarks to the graduates. hassuccessful. a lot to “Successdo with giving is de�ined and receiv- as the fully, and always seek ways to expand “Ashlee did not use, Rise, Raised nor Ris- ing love. Destiny is part of success. At our knowledge, “ she encouraged her followed his address. en but RISING. This indicates a contin- age 19, Kobie decided that basketball classmates. PresentationKiara Brown of andcerti�icates Thomas and Sevik awards Jun- uous process of getting up from when would be his goal. He was successful. Ag. Principal, Mr. Devon Bowen proud- ior took the Outstanding Achievement you are down and continually pressing As you move into your next phase of life ly commended the Class of 2020. “When forward to victory. Above indicates that become more curious. Think outside the COVID changed the world, we were not man, Jenna Grant and Ashlee Walton you must not remain in the doldrums box. Kobie lived to get better daily. You spared. Online learning took off and the wereAward the while recipients Daphne Scott,of the Lucy Academic Parch- but ever pursuing your dreams. To be should do the same. There is nothing inspectors were in high praise for our Achievement Awards. ash you have to be tried and tested and more beautiful in life than the part you dedicated work. I encourage all to make The vote of thanks was given by Eddie are destined to trod.” the distinction between being buried Martin. go through the �ires of life. It is from this Clifton Hunter High School Graduates Place ‘Top Ten’ in The Region ... Continued story from page 4 not be the end of your journey. With good manners, excellent education and trust in God, the places that you can go
Minister O’Connor-Connolly also en- couragedare in�inite," graduates she declared. to trust their abil- ities and not to be sidetracked by nay- sayers. "Instead, use this as a catalyst to go and achieve beyond your wildest expectations," she urged. CHHS Principal Dr. Richard Wildman commended graduates for their outstand- ing academic achievements in the Car- Dr. Wildman presents the Principal’s Award to three students (L to R) Dena’e Alexander and to Diamond Chambers and Joshua Governor Martyn Roper presents the Governor’s Achievement ibbean Secondary Education Certi�icate Peart both of whom also placed Top Ten in the region in their Award for Most Improved Student to ( L to R) Asia Bush and nered national and regional attention.' external exams (CSEC)Dr. Wildman Examination was sure which to make he said special 'gar- Nicola McLaughlin mention of students, Diamond Cham- bers, Joshua Peart and Aaliyah Powell. ic performance in Integrated Science, Dr. Wildman beamed with pride and All of whom attained top performance Human & Social Biology and Electronic to the future of the Cayman Islands and status and named in the top ten for Document Preparation & Management ates' readiness to face the world. "You theand wider to make world; a signi�icant fully believe contribution in who the Caribbean region for their academ- external examinations. areexpressed now well his equipped con�idence to inembrace his gradu- life you are. As a graduate of Clifton Hunt- er High School, you have been equipped with a map for your success. This map entails mastery, autonomy and purpose. Use your map wisely; you are capable," he urged graduates. Similar sentiments were echoed by Guest Speaker, Teresa Echenique, Chief
& Family Services. Ms. Echenique called of�icer for the Department of Children to pursue their purpose with pride and passion.on graduates to �ind their purpose and Dena'e Alexander gave the graduates address and accepted the principal's and guest speaker's charge on behalf of the graduating class declaring, "We are The Award for Excellence in the Arts went to presented by Acting Chief Officer for the Ministry for Education presented the ready to conquer the world and turn Dwayne Seymour – Aaliyah Reid and presented by Minister for Level 2 Diplomas with Honours. Including Keisia Blake who also adversities into opportunities and make Culture, Hon. Dwayne Seymour performed a moving song selection entitled “God Provides” our country proud." CAYMAN CIGAR COMPANY Bodden Town To Order: www.caymancigars.com We Deliver LOCAL NEWS PAGE 6 Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 C�������� T���� Your business in safe hands By Lindsey Turnbull
If 2020 has taught business owners nothing else, it has shown that a solid disaster recovery and business conti- nuity plan is absolutely critical if a busi- ness is to continue to be productive in, during and after, dif�icult times. Former hassenior created police a service of�icer, with security partners, expert son Chrisand proli�icHaines and fundraiser business Derek partner Haines Phil- ip Quinn, called Haines Disaster Con- sultancy, which aims to assist business owners across the Cayman Islands, cre- ating a bespoke disaster recovery and business continuity plan for each client. Mr Haines came to the West Indies al- Derek at Buckingham Palace in 2015 after presentation of MBE Derek Haines (right) presents Fidelity's Richard Johnson and Brett most 30 years ago as a senior detective with wife Helen, daughter Lizzy, son Chris, and his wife Helen Hill with a training certificate working in Turks and Caicos in 1992 Having to deal with prison riots and “I work very closely with our beforeon secondment moving towith Cayman the UK in police, 1995. �irst His unrest, a plane hijacking in Turks and clients, walking around the broad experience as a senior police of- Caicos, and, sadly, many murders, all premises with them and writing cemented his invaluable experience hone his skills and knowledge in disas- dealing with emergencies and disas- the threats that they face as a ter�icer recovery gave him and plenty business of opportunity continuity. to ters. company,”a plan that hedeals explained. speci�ically “For with ex- “Before moving to the West Indies, I ample, all businesses in Cayman was seconded from the British police to years ago, Mr Haines turned his wealth need to be prepared for threats work on anti-corruption in Hong Kong,” of Leavingexperience the and police knowledge service aroundto the full- 15 such as hurricanes, which are he explained. “Having then moved to the time business of security, working for probably the most common form West Indies on secondment I became Dart for the next 12 years, writing not of disaster that could take place Secretary then Chairman of the regional only their security but also their health here; however, banks would also division of the US Drug Enforcement Ad- and safety as well as disaster manage- need to prepare for threats such ministration. I also directed counter ter- ment plans, and taking the overall lead as bank robberies as well.” rorism exercises in the Cayman Islands in their implementation and running. Mr Haines said he also worked and Anguilla.” Two and a half years ago he felt the time closely with HR departments, Derek passing the half way point in the Cayman Perhaps the most poignant part of was right to establish his own disaster ensuring that staff are fully Marathon in 2014, the last for Jasmine his career for this jurisdiction was as a recovery and business continuity busi- trained and that there was a con- member of the Cayman Islands Govern- ness, helping clients to write their own tinuity of the client’s plans when staff When he is not engaged in his busi- ment’s National Security Committee, for plans and keep them up-to-date. left and were replaced. Plans are rean- ness, Mr Haines is busy raising literally whom he drew up a disaster alysed each year to ensure that millions of dollars for incredibly worthy management plan in 2003, they are relevant and up-to-date, causes in Cayman, having raised an un- he advised. believable amount towards building the approval on 23rd August and having �inally seen its Standard setting “Businesses in Cayman that are openedJasmine byhospice the Duchess facility (valuedof Cornwall at $3.4 in ricane2004, justIvan a fewsmashed weeks intobe- overseen by the Cayman Islands million) on West Bay Road (as of�icially Grandfore the Cayman. category 4/5 Hur- Monetary Authority, such as in- the Pyrenees with Mike Burcombe to “The plan was put to the March 2019). Last year he walked along test in just three weeks,” institutions, must have an ap- Needs Foundation. Both of these events provedsurance business companies continuity and �inancial and broughtraise CI$750,000 the community for Cayman’s together Special in think I gained my best com- disaster recovery plan in place, so support like never before. Mr Haines mandhe con�irmed. experience, “After having Ivan I we are able to provide them with was awarded the MBE for his servic- to take charge of the entire that service which will be to the es to charity in 2015. A signing of his police force in a hands-on level required by CIMA,” he said, book that showcases the Pyrenees event way after it underwent thereby establishing his business called Coast to Coast, a trundle along manpower losses following Mike Burcombe and Derek at the finish post for last year's trek as the benchmark for such a ser- the Pyrenees, takes place this Friday at Ivan.” along the Pyrenees vice across the Islands. Books and Books at 5.30pm. JOIN OUR
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Cayman Islands Health Services Authority 949-8600 | [email protected] | www.hsa.ky LOCAL SPORTS | COMMUNITY C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 7 FC International holds football camp By Christopher Tobutt
A group of kids, some big and some little, pass the football to one another on the perfectly green Astroturf of the like the pros. That’ll be just one of Cay- man’sTheonline FC InternationalL. McCoy Primary football school, camps just for kids, and you can tell that the kids love it. They love having fun, but they also love the sense of self-discipline and them feel proud and good about them- selves,ful�ilment just the like camps the smart give newthem. pro’s It makes foot- ball shirt each of the kids gets given. FC International has been hosting free summer football camps for girls and more than 20 years, and during that time Just some of the kids, and volunteer coaches and other adults who give up their time to theyboys havebetween touched the theages lives for of4 andthousands 16 for Soccer Dad Jarrett Terry and little Kaelim make the magic of football real for Cayman’s kids of children, giving them something posi- tive to aim at during the long school hol- recently renamed after one of the great they happen going forward through life, idays. There are normally several camps football coaches and mentors of the Cay- and the importance of having respect. a year, one aimed at each district. Some man Islands. Everyone in Bodden Town We give them T shirts, and we give them of them last for a whole week and some loves their football. balls, and provide a free lunch. I wish to for just one day. This year they have FC International Technical Director thank all of our sponsors and support- been a bit later than normal – October ers for contributions,” he said. rather than August, because of the coro- is discipline, because they will never be Jarrett Terry, one of the soccer-dads navirus messing up schedules. Theoline successfulElbert McLean in life said, without “What discipline, we focus onso who, despite having to work on Satur- they dribbling the ball, and technical as- day, found enough time to bring his boys Town was a great place for a one-day pects of the game, ball control, ball pass- and six-year old Kaelim to the camp. “I camp,L. McCoy especially Primary because School the inschool Bodden was think these camps are good because it here today.” brings the community out. Its exposure ing “We’ve had betweenTaken 40 and all 50togeth- kids for the kids to let them know there’s a er, the camp touches whole island interested in this sport,” the lives of at least he said. Having her photo taken in front 300 kids in all the of lots of boy footballers, eight year old districts, including Maci said, “I like football. I like it here Cayman Brac. Ken- but I haven’t learned anything because I nedy Ebanks Pres- already know how to play football.” Serious stuff-tackling, before going on ident of FC inter- Jarren Bennett, 13, said, “I like being to score national explained here at this camp because it is fun and that it is a non- it teaches me a lesson. I have been going it’s so important. Mr. Rankine brought to these football camps every year since “We also have guest so that they wouldn’t miss out. “Today speakerspro�it organization. speaking we16 childrenare glad in toa minibushave participated from East End by to them about pris- new2015.” skills Gilberto like shooting Caraballo and 14, dibbling.” “I’ve been bringing the upcoming young football- on or problems that on about �ive camps so far. I like learning ers to participate in this football camp,” Some of the football camp kids try out their newly-learned skills you can see before up their time to help, because they feel he said. Lots of adults like Isaac Rankine give A Fresh Start Begins with a Tree The Caribbean Tree Planting Pro- midterm break. On Wednesday morn- Individuals can also get involved. The vouchers for fruits trees that can be ing members of The Tree Planting Pro- project has partnered with Trees That planted in your own yard. Make your ject aimed at planting 1 million trees ject KY and Protect Our Future students Feed and Caribbean Blooms, offering pledge to plant today! throughoutject (CTPP) the is aCaribbean pledge-to-plant to mitigate pro- worked with Grade 2 CIS students to the impacts of and create awareness plant several trees, kindly donated by about climate change as part of the Unit- Dart’s own 2020 Tree Give Initiative. ed Nations effort to plant 1 trillion trees. The Cayman Islands campaign, man- POF students Matt Gilmour, Yasmin Elise aged by local youth, is focused on plant- andLed Marleigh by teacher Smith, Amanda the younger Brown kids and ing native trees, food producing trees, gathered around the trees to discuss and mangroves. their importance. One student yelled out, “Trees give us oxygen.” An- other student said, “They give some animals a place to live.” They then planted the trees, each taking turns putting fresh soil down and watering each tree carefully. Yasmin Elise, 17, thought it was “so sweet to see how excited seven and eight year olds were about planting trees. They asked so many questions and everyone wanted to be in- volved. They even named each tree!” The project's broader goal was to help each school “press reset” after lockdown, and plant a tree to commemorate our island’s tenacity in over- coming the struggle of these
The project has secured up to 10dif�icult trees months. per school. The hope is that by the end of the year most schools on Island will also Since lock down last March, many make this positive change to their en- community activities have been post- vironment! Triple C and Cayman Prep poned and even cancelled. However, have already committed to the project. If your school is interested, email the [email protected] or treelast weekplanting marked celebration the program’s was held �irst at Caymanof�icial tree International planting schoolSchool event.just before The treeplantingprojectky. �ind us on Facebook and Instagram @ LOCAL NEWS | PIRATES WEEK PAGE 8 Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 C�������� T���� “Home is Where the Heart is” donates CI$10,000 to KER-A-THON
Estate Brokers Association) launched a of approximately 20 km and 30,000 donationsIn May CIREBA program (Cayman "Home isIslands Where Real the strokes.and 38 Minutes to complete the swim Heart is" to provide funding to support The funds will be donated to various those most in need In Cayman with the registered charities in the Cayman Is- ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Through this lands of Kerri’s choice. programme CIREBA has committed to CIREBA is happy to help those most in need within the Cayman community charities and organizations until the and they look forward to future monthly enddonating of 2020. CI$10,000 a month to various donations in 2020. CIREBA is proud to announce that Those eligible for the monthly do- KER-A-THON received the most votes nations under the “Home is Where the from the CIREBA members during the Heart is” program include: month of October and a cheque for CI • Cayman Islands Food Bank • Cayman Ark-Act of Random Kind- tion. ness $10,000In an effort was presented to raise funds to the for organiza- charity • Cayman Islands Crisis • Resilience Cayman Kerri Kanuga completed the Cayman the North Sound. The swim started at at Starfish Point then continuing on • Kiwanis Club Cayman IslandsCIREBA broker/ultramarathonfirst ever double crossing athlete of Barkers with the first leg completing • National Trust
to Camana Bay. It took Kerri 8 Hours “PIRATES SHOW CAY-MUNITY SPIRIT” ... Continued story from page 1
The festival will come in many guises, depending on which island you are on, with a one day event in Cayman Brac, on 31st October, events in Grand Cayman from 5th November – 11th November
13th – 15th November. andExisting celebrations restrictions in Little regarding Cayman crowd from numbers have resulted in the standard Pirates Week Festival model in Grand Cayman being reinvented to spotlight smaller, more manageable stand-alone events that are spread out over the course of a week. “This year the Pirates Week Festival re�lects the challenges we have faced as a community in 2020. In the spirit of our Kick Off Party held at the Wharf, Trial of Once again, each district will have the people working together and thriving in the Pyrates hosted by Sandbar, and The opportunity to celebrate the heritage spite of adversity, we are delighted to be Underwater Treasure Hunt at Sunset and culture of these islands through the able to showcase these, albeit smaller, House. South Sound beaches are on the District Heritage Ambassador Costume events to celebrate our resilience as a ticket this year with the Pirates Against Competition. This competition is open small nation. While some may be disap- Plastic Beach Clean Up hosted by Plastic to all budding designers, who seek an pointed that our larger downtown events Free Cayman and Meals On Wheels will opportunity to display some of their cannot be featured this year, we are cer- be receiving a helping hand with their de- work while competing for, not only the tain that there is something for everyone liveries from the Cayman Islands pirates. bragging rights, but also the coveted within the schedule and even some excit- Families will be spoilt for choice with ing opportunities to �ind hidden pirate several events including the all new ‘Find Cash is also king at the National Song treasures”, explains Melanie McField, the Booty’ Island-wide Scavenger Hunt, cash prize of $1,000. Chief Cultural Of�icer, Cayman National Cultural Foundation. the winning prize. Pedro St. James will be ersContest are encouraged and all local to (Caymanianspen their compo- and With a much keener focus on our local with a thrilling cash bounty of $4,000 as sitionsPermanent and Residents)submit their singer/songwrit- entries before community, the festival will host some of and the pirates will be raiding the district the deadline of 30th October. Cash priz- its regular favourites such as the Happy librarieshosting a with ‘Movies stories on thefor Lawn’all apprentice evening pirates, ages eight or younger. third place. esPartygoers will be awarded will have for �irst,plenty second of oppor- and Hour at Hard Rock Café and the Of�icial tunities to shake a leg at the Pandemoni-
to be held at Coral Beach on Friday and For full details on the festival and um Of�icial Pirates Week “Beach” Dance, for more information please check out Pirates Week Flotilla, led by the Pirates the Pirates Week Festival website and Weekthis year Festival we are Party introducing Boat, departing the �irst from ever Facebook page. The full event schedule is available at www.piratesweekfesti- val.com and all tickets are available on GTYC“Careful and consideration heading into Northhas gone Sound/ into theRum events Point on this Sunday year 8thand November. through the challenges that we have had to over- eventpro.ky from* Friday, * * October 16th. come, with them has come some bright, The Pirates Week Festival is currently new creativity and exciting new events, said McField. “Many of our events have the Cayman National Cultural Founda- had to be ticketed events in order to tion.in its 43rd year and is administered by maintain control over our numbers, yet Those looking to participate in the we are extremely fortunate to still be festival or become a sponsor in any way, able to have a festival and we are look- can register on www.piratesweekfesti- ing forward to having an opportunity to val.com or email events@piratesweek- celebrate together.” festival.com Cayman Launches Global Citizenship Remote Working Scheme After much anticipation both locally Cayman’s Global Citizens programme the Cayman Islands is the ideal destina- and in the global market, the Cayman is- is targeted at professionals with earn- tion for digital nomads. lands has no formally entered the prom- ings between annual household salary “Global citizens can begin their day ising remote-working tourism niche with a stroll along Seven Mile Beach, market. snorkel with stingrays in the clear wa- With the regular stay-over and cruise ranges between US$100,000 for single ters of the Caribbean during lunch and tourism sectors reeling from the eco- dependenthouseholds child and or$US180,000 children. for an ap- be “home for dinner” with offerings nomic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, plicantThis newwith sector a spouse/civil of the tourism partner indus- and from the Culinary Capital of the Carib- Cayman’s Global Citizens scheme is being try is already being heavily promoted bean’s best locales. Not to mention, re- touted as one of the leading-edge offer- by other regional destinations, but Cay- mote workers have the unique oppor- ings in this new sub-sector of tourism. man’s unique brand is being highlight- tunity to truly immerse themselves in Formally launching on the scheme on ed as giving the jurisdiction an advan- the wonders of island life in the Cayman Thursday October 21st, Hon. Minister tage. Islands.” for Tourism Moses Kirkconnell said: A government statement notes that Seen as complementing the current “Our Government has been successful “across the globe, major corporations tourism offer, it is expected that over in the face of the global health crisis and the longer term the Global Citizen pro- we’ve emerged as a safe haven in the lowing their employees to work wher- gramme will emerge as one of the key Caribbean. Now more than ever, busi- everhave theyadopted can be�lexible productive.” work policies, al- pillars of Cayman’s tourism offer and Hon. Minister for Tourism Moses Kirk- “As thousands of corporations opt to the wider economy. connell digital existence, with many employees keep their workforce at-home for the In addition to the property rentals, seekingnesses area change embracing of scenery the �lexibility and life- of foreseeable future, eligible profession- food, transportation and other inputs two years and there is no eligibility for style. als and families can upgrade their home into the economy, government also ex- citizenship. “Remote workers can now spend up pects to earn directly a Global Citizen Further details are awaited including to two years living and working in the and work remotely in the Cayman Is- the legislation underpinning the Global Cayman Islands – reinvigorating their landsof�ices for signi�icantly, up to two years by choosing by acquiring to live a Citizenship programme which has now perCerti�icate year and annual a credit fee card of US$1, processing 469 for fee a been gazetted, expected amendments kindness and elevating their work-life Focusing on what Cayman has to of- party of up two, fee of US$500 for each to the immigration law, and the appli- balancenine-to-�ive with sun, schedules sand, sea with and Cayman-safety in fer,Global it points Citizen out Certi�icate.” that, “with world-class The maximum ‘remote-working’ peri- cation of the current COVID-19 arrival Cayman.” odof 7% in Caymanif the total under application the programme fee. is protocols.
infrastructure and �irst-rate amenities, COMMUNITY CALENDER | HEALTHY LIVING C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 9
with mental health illnesses such as anxiety and depression. This COMMUNITY EVENTS will take place at the UCCI Cam- pus Professional Development Shop & Dine: Waterfront 23 October - DMS Broadcasting, Town Walkabout – from Public Saturday and every Saturday. Par- in partnership with Ministry of • SATURDAY, 24 OCT – George ticipantsCentre Rm. can 3 fromshare 3- their 4:30pm experi- this Commerce, Planning & Infrastruc- must register at the library and ences with living with anxiety and ture, encourage you to Experi- bringLibrary, ID 9am-4pmto get tickets (Older for personsfree re- depression and its impact on their ence Cayman – Shop and Dine the freshments) lives. Contact info@alexpanton- Waterfront! This vital part of the foundation.ky with any questions. economy has been impacted sig- Baptist• SUNDAY, Church, 25 OCT 11am – Little Cayman Annual Brac Heritage so rediscover all the incredible •Church THURSDAY, Service 29 – OCT Little – Cayman Autumn Festival offeringsni�icantly ofwith the the Waterfront loss of tourism, shops Brac Talent Show – Agriculture 24 October - The Annual Brac Community Centre. Admission is to participate to receive Zoom ID and restaurants during a special Heritage Autumn Festival is on Oc- and password. Contact: Winston shopping weekend October 23rd dren ages 15 and under. 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Rabia The and event Alto wraps Sol- on the Lawn Church of England – Digital Marketing with a Poetry evening for Teens 27 October – Take part in this 1 November - All are invited to at- DCFS Older Persons Foundations – Parts 1, 2 and Adults at 7pm at Cayman Brac family friendly activity on the tend a Service of Holy Communion Month & 3 Beach Resort. For more informa- which will be held on Sunday, No- 23 - 31 October - The Ministry 23 October - This 12hour hands- tion, visit www.caymanbracau- vember 1st, which is All Saints Day of Community Affairs’ Depart- on course is being offered over tumnfestival.com. Hotellawns atTransylvania. Pedro St. James Admission from 6:30 at St. Albans Church Of England ment of Children and Family three consecutive Fridays and is– 8:30pm.free and Theeach featured family gets movie one is on Shedden Road at 9:30am.The Services is hosting Older Per- provides practical tools for man- National Gallery Family box of free popcorn. 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Women everywhere and avoid sugar and sim- showering complain about the size plearound carbs. protein It’s really and �iber that of their thighs. Fat and simple. cellulite have a way of Now when you look at we do in the morning and last thing ending up there – espe- your current diet, which beforeShowering bed at isnight. about It’s the an �irst everyday thing cially in the upper, inner basic habit that we do not even think thigh area. carb and high sugar twice about. “We shower to help shed I’m often asked how items,is likely then �illed making with highthe dead skin cells, remove oil, dirt, sweat to quickly and easily re- switch to a diet focused and bacteria. If they remain on your duce fat in this unwant- skin they cause a stink. What’s more, ed thigh region, so to- Ernest Ebanks er may seem hard to oil feeds bacteria, so when you wash day’s article is all about do.around The proteintruth is that and any �ib- both off, you are also cutting the risk reducing your thighs. of skin infections,” says, Dr. Suzanne First, I need to remind you that it’s not it you’ll quickly adjust and will begin a Friedler. Here are a few ways to make possible to spot reduce fat from one sin- wholechange new, is dif�icult, leaner lifestyle. but once you make your showering better. gle part of your body, so my 3 steps to Cut out the packaged, high carb and WRONG TEMPERATURE - Very cold reduce your thighs will work by reduc- high sugar items from your diet. Plan showers may not be the friendliest ing your body fat percentage as a whole. each meal around vegetables and lean type, neither is the too hot approach. It sure would be great if we could point proteins. This simple nutritional shift Hot water causes your body to lose its a magic wand and make fat shrink from will make all of the difference in quickly natural oil, leaving the skin dull, dry one particular spot, but that’s just not dropping your body fat. still more potent than harsh chemical how the human body it built. are better. cleansers. A mild, lipid-rich cleanser The great news is that your entire Reduce Thighs Step #3: andFOR itchy. TOO Lukewarm LONG - Standing water showersunder a has proven to be better for skin health body will become leaner and sexier in Exercise Smart warm stream of water may feel good, - across a range of shower tempera- addition to your thighs shrinking! There’s exercise, and then there’s but staying too long is detrimental to tures and rinse-off times, when com- Here are my 3 steps to Reduce Your smart exercise. your skin. Five to ten minutes is rec- pared with regular body wash Thighs… Exercise is good and will get you to ommended for your showering. SOAPING UP BEFORE SHAMPOO - burn some calories and even build some USING A POUF OR WASHCLOTH Dr. Day recommends, “Shampoo, rinse Reduce Thighs Step #1: Ban muscle. It will raise your metabolism - Poufs are great to minimize use of it off, apply conditioner, wash your Liquid Calories and improve your cardiovascular health. body wash. Poufs and washcloth can body, and the rinse off the condition- It will even reduce your thighs. All very act as a source for bacteria. Dr. Frie- er and body wash at the same time.” lem for many, resulting in countless good things. dler recommends that soaping up us- This means the wash helps remove unwantedLiquid caloriespounds areand ainches major around prob- Smart exercise will get you more of ing hands is best. any conditioner and leftover shampoo their thighs. These calories are easy to HARSH CLEANSER - Due to COVID from your skin. overlook, since you’re just drinking and So what makes exercise smart? we are overthinking how we’re clean- So, you can take your showering to not actually eating anything, but don’t theseBy doing bene�its a progression in less time. of movements ing and disinfecting. Soap and water is the next level. doubt for a second that they are adding with increasing intensity. By changing up quickly. your workout often, to keep your body The best strategy to take, when your guessing. By varying your speed and goal is to reduce your thighs, is to cut range of motion. By incorporating com- out liquid calories completely. This is plex, full body movements. By stimu- an easy way to instantly cut hundreds lating different muscle groups in each of calories per day without feeling de- session. prived. Simply replace those high cal- Creating smart workouts is what I do orie beverages with water or unsweet- for my clients. ened coffee or tea. I’m sure you are aware of which bev- ness professional with the knowledge erages in your diet contain calories, but andSince skills my to clientscreate smartare not workouts a trained each �it- I’ll remind you with this list anyways: day, I do all of the work for them. They sweetened coffee drinks, blended coffee simply show up and reap all of the bene- drinks, smoothies, sodas, energy drinks, alcoholic drinks… If you haven’t yet become one of my Stick with water and unsweetened �its possible from each workout session. coffee and tea and watch how quickly here for a fat-blasting workout that will you drop in size. shrinkclients, your today body is the in day!all the Let’s right get places. you in
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MOMENTS OF INSPIRATION JESUS IS COMING SOON Do you realize the nature of the dient to parents. Immorality is at an all-time high, and now looked upon OUS? Yes! That is how the Holy Bible as a normal aspect of life. Fornication, describestimes in which the current we are times.living isEach PERIL- day adultery, idolatry used to be looked we are bombarded with news that and scorned upon but is now the new is simply depressing. Famines, and normal as they say. earthquakes in diverse places. Hurri- Jesus told us in His word, “when you canes of devastating nature and power. see these things come to pass know Kingdoms rising up against Kingdoms. that the end is near.” Are you ready for Nations against nations. Political and His return? Now is the time to confess economical turmoil has gripped the your sins and repent, and receive Him planet to such an extent that there is no longer trust amongst leaders who nal life is awaiting you through Jesus were once allies. Children are disobe- Christ.as your He PERSONALis COMING SOON. SAVIOUR. Eter-
ROTARY IN GRAND DEATH CAYMAN CELEBRATES ANNOUNCEMENTS Churchill’s FEMALE LEADERSHIP Funeral Home The Rotary and Rotaract Clubs up leadership positions within McBryan remarked, “It is a great We have been asked to announce the passing of of the Cayman Islands are cele- the various clubs on island. Our honour to serve as the 55th Pres- Mr. Austin Osborne Johnson, brating all-female leadership in demographics now are roughly ident of the Rotary Club of Grand who passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Details of a Thanksgiving Service will be the Grand Cayman clubs for the Cayman. Each year our clubs wel- announced at a later date. 2020-2021 Rotary year. There truly inspiring to see that every come change which strengthens, Rotary50/50 menand and Rotaract women Cluband iton is Clubs in Grand Cayman. Grand Cayman is presided over the betterment of our communi- areThe 4 Rotary elected Clubs Rotary and Club2 Rotaract pres- by a lady Rotarian or Rotaractor. tydiversi�ies, and our people.and connects I am happyus all for to Condolences can be registered at churchillsfuneralhome.com idents, Gina McBryan of Rotary It certainly is a historic develop- lead a wonderful club and contin- Club of Grand Cayman, Johnae ment for our region in terms of ue a legacy of community service The Family of the Late Moss of Rotary Club of Central club leadership.” within the Cayman Islands.” Robert Joseph Daigle Cayman Islands and Stacy Parke The clubs are embracing the President Alanna War- regrets to announce his of Rotary Club of Grand Cayman challenge of serving the com- wick-Smith shared similar sen- passing on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Sunrise and elected Rotaract munity in a time that many are timents, “To join the legacy of A memorial service will be live Presidents, Kourtneigh-Michelle referring to as ‘the new normal.’ Rotaract Blue Cayman Islands as streamed at 10:00 a.m. Nicholson of Rotaract Grand Cay- President Kourtneigh-Michelle Saturday 24 October, 2020 man and Alanna Warwick-Smith Nicholson shared, “We embrace est honour. The aim of our club is due to the need for social distancing, of Rotaract Blue Cayman Islands this year’s Rotary International toour continue 14th President to instill isthe my spirit great- of attendance to the funeral will be by invitation only, details for the began their journey in July 2020 theme “Rotary Opens Opportu- community service in our mem- live stream will be announced on and will complete their tenure in nities” as we now have the op- bers and community in a manner Bodden Funeral Service Face Book Page and June 2021. that lasts a lifetime.” boddenfuneralservice.com The Cayman Islands are mem- innovative in how we can assist The women hope to encour- portunity to re�lect and become In lieu of flowers, the family requests bers of Rotary and Rotaract Dis- with making the world a better age other women to advance to donations be made to Jasmine. trict 7020 which comprises elev- place through service and dedi- leadership roles in their profes- (formerly Cayman Hospice Care) en Caribbean Territories. cation.” sional and personal lives. Presi- Condolences can be registered at boddenfuneralservice.com & Assistant District Governor President Stacy Parked echoed Bodden Funeral Service Facebook page David Kirkaldy, who holds re- the sentiments expressing, “Al- words of encouragement, “There sponsibility for the Cayman Is- though these are unique times, willdent beJohnae many Moss who providedsay you can’t�inal lands clubs remarked that “Since do it. There will be many telling in making an impact in our com- you how to do it. However, there munityI am con�ident and we weseek will opportuni- succeed won’t be many actually doing it. the 1989 Rotary International ties of partnership with other Don’t be distracted by the talkers. The family of the late joinCouncil the onworldwide Legislation fellowship change service clubs and companies to You are a doer! And doers will al- ofthat Rotary, �inally the allowed Cayman women Islands to do so.” John “Jumbo” Harding have been fortunate to have The women join a community To learn more about Rotary Inter- regret to announce his passing on had many women join and take of past presidents, President Gina nationalways �ind visit a way.” www.rotary.org. Friday, 9�� October 2020.
A funeral service will be held at 14:00pm on Friday, 30�� October 2020 at St Ignatius Church, George Town.
Donations in memory of Jumbo may, if desired, be made to the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
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We have been asked to announce the death of Mr. Victor Fitzgerald Roberts who passed away on Monday, 12 October 2020 at the age of 80 after a short illness.
A Funeral service will be held at Church of God Full Gospel Hall, George Town on Saturday, 24 October 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Interment will be at Savannah Church of God Full Gospel Hall Cemetery.
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(L-R) Johnae Moss, Kourtneigh-Michelle Nicholson, Alanna Warwick-Smith, Gina McBryan, Stacy Parke (Photo by AJ Conolly) REGIONAL C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 11
CARIBBEAN BRIEFS Jamaica to start Chastanet denies St antiviral drug Lucia is broke of the antiviral drug Remdesivir Allen Chastanet insists he nextJamaica week, will said receive Dr Nadine its �irst Williams batch didSt notLucia declare Prime inMinister a na- director of health services in the tional broadcast that his Ministry of Health and Wellness. country is facing bank- The move follows Jamaica's ap- ruptcy. proval of the drug for the treatment Instead, the message he of COVID-19 patients in the public health system. It will only be admin- that if they do not contin- istered to patients who have been ueshared to observewith St LuciansCOVID-19 is hospitalised and have consented safety protocols the gov- to receive it, and only under the Jamaica has seen a recent spike in virus ernment will not be able controls of a study or emergency cases licence authorisation. Jamaica has of programmes it imple- Allen Chastanet denies St Lucia has run out of money seen a recent spike in coronavirus cases. mentedto again before �inance to help the raftcit- Dr Williams announced that while the tient, who has been hospitalised and can The report quoted Chastanet as say- drug has not yet received full approval getministered an intravenous to a con�irmed drug or COVID-19 is under thepa- effects of the pandemic. ing: “It is no secret the government in any country, and clinical trials are still care of a licensed clinician and is being izens“What cope I don’twith thewant �inancial is for us and to social close has exhausted all of the efforts, all of ongoing, Jamaica decided to procure a constantly monitored. down the country, and the point I small amount. It was used to treat Presi- 'Informed consent must be obtained. made was, if we have to close down al Insurance Corporation) and donor dent Donald Trump when he contracted That is absolutely important, and so a the country, we don’t have the money agenciesthe resources to provide with a the social NIC stabilisa- (Nation- COVID-19. doctor has to explain what it is they are to redo all the things that we did the tion programme for the public and for Dr Williams said that the side-effect wanting to achieve, what are some of those persons who have lost their jobs. the side effects of the drug, and the pa- He was responding to a story on his We have no more money.” still incomplete, “so we would have some tient must give their consent,' she noted. �irst time,” Chastanet said. He also thanked hoteliers who have cautionpro�ile and in the drug-to-drug use with other interaction drugs”. are Additionally, she said the patient has Media Corporation headlined ‘PM says re-employed their workers “despite She emphasised that it will only be to be monitored and there must be the Governmentnational broadcast is broke, �iled can’t by Caribbean afford to knowing that they are going to lose used under strict conditions, and ad- reporting on the outcome of the drug. fund stabilisation programme’. money for several months”. Trinidad PM will stem Cuba reopens vital Venezuelan migration tourist beaches Trinidad and Tobago has seen Cuba’s most impor- tant tourist beaches impoverished Venezuela which have reopened to inter- hasa recent led toin�lux resentment in migrants and fromhos- national visitors in Va- tility. radero. The government It has led to Prime Minister hopes to reactivate a Dr Keith Rowley saying “under key economic sector af- no circumstances” will Trinidad ter a six-month closure. and Tobago implement an open- Regular and charter door policy to migrants. Trinidad and Tobago has a large Venezuelan to all of Cuba’s interna- Venezuelans were registered to community now tional�lights airports are authorised except workNoting legally that there just during over 16,000a gov- for Havana. Flights to Cuba’s Varadero beaches are immensely attractive ernment exercise last year, Rowley His said T&T continues to control its the capital will remain borders and the number of migrants closed but may on Oct. 31 when the air- In 2019, the number of tourists com- ure was a lot. He added, however, that that it can manage best, given the cur- line Condor is due to launch three week- ing to the island dropped by 9 percent, mostsaid for of thesmall registered island like Venezuelans T&T that �ig-are rent circumstances it already faces. gainfully employed and provide skills Rowley said given the hardship in Authorities say foreign visitors will be US restrictions on visits by its citizens. to this country. Venezuela, T&T had initially received testedly �lights for to the Varadero. coronavirus and that ho- to Theabout Cuban 4.2 million Health people, Ministry due says partly it has to “As a small island with limited re- a small portion of migrants from that tels will have medical staff. sources, we cannot have an open-door country and accommodated them. Tourism contributes about 10 per- and 123 deaths. policy where persons come in their tens cent of Cuba’s GDP and employs some recordedUpon relaxing 6,062 coronavirusthe initially infectionstough re- of thousands at will,” Rowley said as he 500,000 people in the state tourism sec- strictions, President Miguel Diaz-Canel addressed issue of migrants and the re- register“Initially and it wasallowed a small them �low, to function which tor. Most hotels are owned by the mili- said Cubans must “learn to live with the gion’s approach to solving the crisis. withoutbecame restrictions,” a larger �low, Rowley whom said. we did tary conglomerate. virus.” Guyana river bridge BA renews Barbados to Suriname �lights from Heathrow Guyana is negotiating to build Barbados welcomed the inau- a bridge with neighbouring Suri- name to be built across the Cor- entyne River. ongural Saturday British Airwaysas it resumed �light from its The signing is expected to year-roundLondon Heathrow direct daily to Barbados service take place when Guyana’s pres- to the island, after a hiatus of ident visits Suriname for their more than 15 years. independence anniversary on Barbados will now have en- Nov. 25. hanced domestic connectivity Guyana’s chief transport plan- from the UK including Edin- said consultations are still ongo- Guyana plans a new bridge over the Coren- don Gatwick and Manchester. British Airways has resumed its flights from ning of�icer, Patrick Thompson, tyne River burgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Lon- Heathrow to Barbados bridge leading from Guyana to from the UK also offers connec- ing for the �inal design of the �lat name section of the bridge will be high- tionsThe �light’s to British afternoon Airways’ departure extensive Eu- Paris, Frankfurt, Berlin, Madrid, Stock- connect to the Surinamese side. The Suri- ropean network, including Amsterdam, holm and Vienna. Long Island, where a road will be built to span to allow for maritime traf�ic. Ashanti in Antigua Grenada in cruise for 40th ship talks Superstar singer Ashanti is stakeholders in the cruise industry is cussions with US-based cruise ship looking at modalities for restarting the ing with a Caribbean vacation operatorsGrenada to tourism resume of�icials cruise callsare in to dis-the industry and holding discussions with featuringturning 40 beaches, and she’s boats celebrat- and bi- island. the cruise lines. kinis. The Grenada Tourism Authority and The r’n’b star took to Insta- the Ministry of Tourism said they are gram to share photos from her in negotiations with Seabourn and The tourism of�icials said that Bar- birthday trip to Antigua. She Sea Dream Yacht Club. The authorities Nevisbados, are St also Lucia, considering St Vincent accepting and the posted meals, gorgeous island said that a task force comprising key theGrenadines, cruise ships. Dominica, and St Kitts/ views, dance parties and glam- orous swimsuit images. Wearing a silver two-piece while lying down on a catama- and skin is glowing. “If I want Ashanti looked stunning on her 40th birthday toran maintain net, Ashanti’s longevity hair withis �lowing trav- eling and being on stage, I have to take She also tries to maintain a plant- care of my body,” she said last year. based diet and loves a green smoothie. “I When at home in New York, Ashan- try to stay away from carbs and I know ti works with a trainer and focuses on diet is super essential to being healthy cardio and weight training. “I think it’s important to mix it up and hit different But I do have two cheat days and I look parts of your body.” forwardand maintaining to them every and tryingweek.” to stay �it. Grenada hopes to attract cruise ships back soon INTERNATIONAL SPORTS PAGE 12 Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 C�������� T���� Lopez is new lightweight king the heavyweight championship of the world." Boxing has a new superstar in Teo�i- Joshua is eager to get in the ring with mo Lopez; the 23-year-old American WBC champion Fury in 2021. thebeat undisputed Vasyl Lomachenko world lightweight by a unanimous cham- There seems to be some issues with pion.points decision in Las Vegas to become It was a surprise but total shock as the ontay Wilder. theFury trilogy appears �ight betweento be planning Fury and a ringDe- en in 15 bouts and for two years had return for Dec. 5 in the UK. It would be pressedsupremely for con�ident a match Lopezwith thewas brilliantunbeat- Ukrainian who was considered by many Should both champions win, they will as the world’s best pound-for-pound Teofimo Lopez had been taunting Lo- Anthony Joshua is determined not to slip beFury's in line �irst for UK a showdown.bout in over two years. machenko for two years up again "The situation with him and Wilder, now he's up in the air, what he's doing," 'Franchise'�ighter. titles to his IBF belt. He dom- victory. Tyson Fury shocked the boxing It is not clear if it will be without fans Joshua told Sky Sports News. Lopez added the WBA, WBO and WBC world back in February after his domi- because of COVID-19 restrictions. "It's just a bit of a circus going on. nant display over Deontay Wilder and is Pulev has been waiting for a chance inated the �irst half of the �ight and, de- second. to face Joshua for almost three years af- me. Until then, I'm not really into the winspite by a the late judges. rally by Lomachenko, was Canelo Alvarez is ranked the world’s ter a shoulder injury forced him out of wholeWhen it'scircus solidi�ied, act and you'll trying hear to it frompro- awarded"I am ready a 116-112, to take 119-109, over the 117-111 world," best active boxer by multiple sources, their planned world title bout in Octo- mote my name off his back and him including BoxRec and The Ring Maga- ber 2017. become a four-belt undisputed champion. zine. The 39-year-old Bulgarian announced for sure, he's a competitor in my divi- Lopez said. He is the youngest �ighter to Meanwhile, world heavyweight cham- sion.doing A the good same. one asI'm well. keen It towill �ight give him me but took place without any fans because pion Anthony Joshua will defend his IBF, agreed. a chance to showcase what I'm about of Thethe coronavirus �ight had been pandemic. eagerly awaited WBA, WBO and IBO titles against Kubrat on Monday that the �ight had been as well." odds, like Ruiz Jr did. He said that "for But before that can happen, Joshua Joshua, 31, last fought in December thePulev small is country con�ident of heBulgaria can upset to stand the must overcome Pulev. "I had my little Lomachenko, 32, suffered only the 2019Pulev whenon 12 heDec. reclaimed at The O2 his in titlesLondon. from up for the heavyweight titles is a great slip-up last year," Joshua said. "We've losssecond in sixdefeat years. from "But his I 15 am �ights. not going "I think to Andy Ruiz Jr with a unanimous points accomplishment". brushed it off and we've got the belts argueI won it the now. �ight," he said after his �irst victory in Saudi Arabia. Pulev was due to back and now I'm going to go out there face Joshua in June but it was postponed father and all Bulgarians around the for-pound rankings after his impressive because of the coronavirus pandemic. He added: "This �ight is for my late the likes of Fury 100 percent.” Lopez jumps to third in the pound- and get back on the gravy train and �ight world. I'm coming to London to seize Pooran itches for Test chance Zlatan, 39, wants longer career Trinidadian batsman Nicholas Zlatan Ibrahimovic is in supreme Pooran must wait to get his chance to shape despite his advancing years but impress in Test cricket for the West In- he has no plans to retire and is looking dies. to extend his AC Milan contract for an- Pooran, who is excelling in white- other year. The veteran Swedish striker, who for three Twenty20 matches on the turned 39 on Oct. 3, scored twice to help proposedball cricket, Nov. is in 27 the to 14-member Dec. 15 tour squad to the in-form Rossoneri claim a 2-1 win New Zealand. However, he was not in- over arch-rivals Inter Milan on Saturday, cluded in 15 nor the six-man reserves cementing their place at the top of Serie for the accompanying two-Test series A and jokingly hailing himself a 'God' of down under. the city. In reference to the dashing left-hand- Nicholas Pooran is still waiting for his Ibrahimovic signed a new one-year Zlatan Ibrahimovic jokes that he is ‘God’ er's non-inclusion for the Tests, Crick- Test debut in Milan et West Indies chief selector Roger Harper said the New Zealand tour is “Test cricket is something I always deal worth $7million in August after a new king in town,” Ibrahimovic wanted to play. I would love the op- salary.his recent spell at LA Galaxy, agreeing a couldn't wait to reply. the way for fringe players to underline portunity to experience Test cricket contract without bonuses but on a �ixed theirto feature interest �irst in classthe longer matches, format. paving at some point but just right now, I'm he tweeted: “Milano never had a king, “There was a lot of consideration giv- taking it step by step,” Pooran said in ering Ibrahimovic, from coronavirus, whose �irst-half is now doubleeyeing theyPosting have toa GOD.” his 6.9 A consummate million followers, pro- en to Nicholas Pooran [included in the May. anothercame in seasonhis �irst with game Milan back and since his recov- agent Test squad]. We are still looking at it but Cricket West Indies, under President Mino Raiola is already on the case which attributes his interest in martial arts to as we go forward I'm sure that Pooran Ricky Skerritt, has scrapped the strict would incredibly see him playing for the fessional, Zlatan keeps incredibly �it and will have opportunities,” Harper said. guidelines implemented by the previ- seven-time European champions into Milan were unbeaten in 20 games in Pooran, 25, has been a staple in T20 ous administration which, barring an allhis admirablecompetitions �itness. which includes their franchise leagues around the world exemption, forced Test aspirants to In the meantime, Zlatan couldn't re- since he was a teenager. He has played sisthis 40s.a cheeky dig at Inter striker and wins and three draws from their last 12 three regional four-day matches — all tournament. former Manchester United team-mate matches.�ine run-in to last season, with nine of which came between November participateBut even inwith the those regional rules �irst out class the They faced Scottish champions Celtic window it is widely expected that the Belgian know who is main man in players would indicate their ambitions theRomelu football-mad Lukaku, northern posting a Italian taunt city. to let while their next Serie A clash is on Mon- and December 2014 — and averages dayaway against in the Europaseventh-placed League on Roma, Thursday who matches.23.83. He Hehas has an 21outstanding T20 caps averagefor the eral feeling is that it is only a matter of have also hit form with back-to-back regionalof 49.05 side, in 25 averaging One-Day 23.53. International timeby playing before �irst he gets class his cricket. Test chance. The gen- winReferring back in February, to Lukaku’s tweeting: own message“There’s wins. after he scored in Inter's 4-2 �ightback Henry justifies big Titans contract Derrick Henry has always been a top running back But Henry is, without question, the most valuable but last weekend he stood out with his outstanding pace and power. The Tennessee Titans powerhouse was sensation- member of the offense. At 6-ft 3-in and nearly 250 playpounds, of the Henry weekend, reached Titans a top speedfans must of 21.62mph have rued on nothis where Henry galloped for 212 yards on 22 carries and being94-yard in thetouchdown stadium run.to witness Easily live.the mostAt least outstanding the Zoom threwal in Sunday's in 52 receiving 42-36 yards overtime on two win catches. against Houston, onlookers were entertained. No wonder the Titans top brass gave him a lucrative contract. They signed him to a four-year deal worth AlwaysThe 26-year-olda massive back, Floridian his 2019 rushed renaissance for more coincid- than ed100 with yards Ryan for theTannehill 10th time being out inserted of his last as 14the contests. starting made him one of the top three running back earners. quarterback. Tannehill has been in extraordinary form Titans$50 million are 5-0, with and $25.5Henry milliondeserves in much guarantees of the credit that Derrick Henry’s 94-yard touchdown was the best play of too. for that. the weekend PUZZLES | COMICS C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 13
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C & T Quick Fix Construction Company: Walkers Road Rubis Applications available at Walkers Road Rubis requires a carpenter Role: Cashier Must have more than 15 years’ experience. No. of Positions: 1 Salary CI$14 per hour plus statutory bene ts. Role Description: Applications are invited from Caymanians for the position of Cashier. The starting hourly rate for this position is $8.00 Corporate Associate Attorney Call 323 - 2906 per hour. Bene ts also include 2 weeks’ vacation, all applicants must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays On behalf of our client, Loeb Smith Attorneys, Baraud in- vites applications from suitably quali ed applicants for the Employment Stage: Full Time above position: Job Location: Grand Cayman Sameena’s Beauty Center Responsibilities: Immigration Status: PR with Employment Rights, Caymanian by requires a Nail Technician Birth, Caymanian Status, Married to Caymanian • Advising on Cayman aspects of cross border mergers & acquisition deals, joint ventures, bankruptcy buy-outs, Minimum of 10 years’ experience in acrylic, gel, poly gel, nail Minimum Qualification: High School private equity, and real estate investments. art designs, manicures and pedicures. Benefits: Pension*, Health*, (*In accordance with CI labour law) • Advising on Blockchain Technology transactions and Salary: Base salary and commission between $1,500- Attributes: Great Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Clear Police Re- token offerings. $4,000 per month. Other bene ts include vacation, pension cord, Dependable • Advising on Cayman aspects of investment funds of and health insurance in accordance with the Cayman Is- all asset classes (PE, hedge, cryptocurrencies, and to- lands laws. kenized funds). • Advising on take-private transactions involving the ac- Please send your resume to [email protected]. ELITE MARBLE & GRANITE LTD quisition and de-registration of listed companies from Only Caymanian, residents and status holders apply. Stock Exchanges such as NASDAQ and the NYSE via Applications are invited for the position of the merger law regime under the Companies Law.
GRANITE FABRICATOR AND INSTALLER Requirements: • Must have a Bachelor of Laws degree with at least sev- Sivananda Wellness and Movement Ltd Must have a minimum of 10 years experience. en (7) years’ extensive experience of advising on merg- ers & acquisition deals, joint ventures, bankruptcy buy- Seeking yoga, meditation & breathwork teacher. The successful candidate must have a minimum 10 outs, private equity and real estate investments while Must possess professional Yoga Alliance RYT 500 or years’ experience and will be required to work a min- working in a reputable corporate law rm. university diploma. Required to work weekends and imum of 45 hours per week including weekends and • Must have experience of working with onshore coun- charity classes. Must have 10+ years experience. Re- evenings, as required. Driving Licence is essential. sels on large scale acquisitions, disposals, and JVs. muneration CI 6-10 per hr. 40 hrs a week. Salary paid at $12 p/h week in addition to Health and • Excellent project management and communication skills. Submit resume to [email protected] Pension in accordance with Employment Law. Salary range: US$120,000 – US$130,000 commensu- Applications only accepted from Caymanians, Status rate with quali cations and experience plus bene ts as Holders and Legal Residents at this time. required by law.
Email resume to [email protected] How to apply: Send resume and references to [email protected]. Coe Centre, 80 North Church Street George Town, P.O. Box 11926, Grand Cayman KY1-1010 The deadline for applications is October 30th, 2020.
Company: Walkers Road Rubis On behalf of our Client Tri es LTD T/A The Thai House Call + 1 345 945 1781 | baraud.com Restaurant of Grand Cayman, we are currently inviting Applications available at Walkers Road Rubis experienced applicants to join the growing team for the Role: Pump Attendant position of: No. of Positions: 1 Food and Beverage Server Role Description: Applications are invited from Caymanians for the • at least 5 years experienced in similar style fast paced position of Pump Attendant. The starting hourly rate for this position is $7.00 per hour. Bene ts also include 2 weeks’ vacation, all applicants restaurant. must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays • Ability to deliver the best customer service, ability to com- municate well with others, both staff members and cus- Employment Stage: Full Time tomers. Job Location: Grand Cayman • Open availability with regards to schedules. • Experience required in the hospitality industry responding Immigration Status: PR with Employment Rights, Caymanian by The Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) Birth, Caymanian Status, Married to Caymanian to needs of business. Seeks candidates to ll the position of: Minimum Qualification: High School Domestic Competitions Administrator Salary range: CI$ 6.00- 8.00 p/hour, Plus statutory bene ts Benefits: Pension*, Health*, (*In accordance with CI labour law) Duties and Responsibilities: Submit CV/Resume to: The Thai House Attributes: Great Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Clear Police Re- • Provide general administration for all levels of male and Restaurant of Grand Cayman cord, Dependable female domestic competitions. P.O Box 11926, KY1-1010 • Prepare, present and propose updates to the format and regulations of domestic competitions. • Introduce approved updates to the format and regula- tions of domestic competitions. Rankin’s Electrical Services • Maintain records of all levels of male and female domes- requires Licensed Electricians & Licensed Wiremen We are currently accepting applications from responsible and de- tic competitions. pendable individuals to join our team in the capacity of: • Produce and distribute reports of all levels of male and 5 – 10 years’ experience in commercial and industrial instal- female domestic competitions. lations. DOOR CLERK • Be responsible for daily communication with competi- Duties, Responsibilities and Requirements: tions' participants and stakeholders. Salary to commensurate with experience. • Required to monitor customers and staff for dishonesty • Supervise registration of teams and players each sea- • Report any questionable or dishonest acts or suspicions to Man- son. Electricians – CI$20 - $25 per hour. Wiremen – CI$15 - $18 agement promptly per hour • Required to work as schedule demands, including evenings, week- • Schedule and organize all male and female domestic ends and holidays competitions xtures. Send resume to: [email protected] • Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visi- • Assist the standing and legal committees to perform tors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain securi- their duties related domestic competitions. ty of premises Qualifications and Experience: Required Skills and Abilities: ACCOUNTABILITY SERVICES LTD • Possess and maintain a clean Police Record • Five years of professional experience in football admin- • Must have excellent references with regards to honesty and integ- istration. ACCOUNTS CLERK rity • Hold a bachelor's degree in sports administration or sim- MINIMUM OF 3 YRS EXPERIENCE • Possess good customer/interpersonal relation skills, an outgoing ilar eld. personality, as well as good written and verbal communication DUTIES: • Must speak and write in English uently, bilingualism is skills • MAINTAIN A PORTFOLIO OF CLIENTS WITH MINIMUM SUPER- an asset. VISION. Salary Range: CI$6.00 per hour • Must be prepared to work exible hours, including eve- • DATA ENTRY & LOGGING OF FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS • LIASING WITH VENDORS Apply to: nings, weekends, and statutory holidays. • ACCOUNTS PAYABLES Associated Industries Group • BANK RECONCILIATIONS 17 Lancaster Crescent, Off Sparky Drive SALARY KYD 34,500 - CI$39,400 p.a. OR Plus bene ts as required by CI Labour Law QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE Email: [email protected] • BACHELORS OR GRADUATE DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING OR Application deadline – OCTOBER 26, 2020 APPLICATION DEADLINE 30 OCTOBER 2020 FINANCE Send resume to [email protected] • PROVIDE QUALITY AND TIMELY SERVICE TO CLIENTS EX- ***ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A or [email protected] CEEDING EXPECTATIONS POLICE RECORD FOR CONSIDERATION*** • EXCELLENT ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS • COMPUTER LITERATE, PROFICIENT IN WORD, ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IN QUICK- BOOKS. T: 345.946.7539 | E: [email protected] | 17 Lancaster Crescent, George Town • MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON ONE'S OWN INITIATIVE, WORK P O Box 10747, Grand Cayman KY1-1007, CAYMAN ISLANDS UNDER PRESSURE AND MEET TIGHT DEADLINES. • MUST BE VERY ORGANIZED AND DETAILED ORIENTED We are currently accepting applications from responsible and de- pendable individuals to join our team in the capacity of: Salary will be commensurate with experience CI$ 20,400 - CI$ Optical Outlook is expanding and is seeking an Optical Re- 42,000 PER ANNUM ceptionist. YARDMAN/LABOURER Labour law bene ts Candidates will ideally have prior experience with the following Duties, Responsibilities and Requirements: • Lawn mowing, edging, trimming using commercial equipment EMAIL [email protected] skill set: • Maintaining the grounds and land of all company owned locations P.O. BOX 2219 KY1-1005 • ability to understand Doctors prescriptions, how it affects vi- • Landscape enhancement and design sion, and transpose prescriptions as necessary • Leaf and debris removal • a current knowledge of lens types best suited for each pa- • Planter preparation and planting (trees, shrubs, owers, etc.) tient • Maintaining the general cleanliness of the site • must be able to guide patients when selecting frames for • Performs other duties as assigned. Security Officer I Guard proper t and styling • Willingness to do various general tasks Job Descriptions: • ensure accurate lens marking / measuring • Maintain a clean and safe work environment • Answer alarm and investigate disturbances • ensure accurate lens ordering • Ability to lift heavy loads (at least 100 lbs.) • Patrol & write reports of daily activities and irregularities • ability to use Lensometer to accurately neutralize patient • Pick-up trash and cleans yard daily • Notify Police or Fire Department in cases of emergency lenses • Required to work Monday to Saturday as schedule demands in- cluding evenings and holidays • Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment and machinery to • ability to use Autorefractor for pre-screening patients • Able to communicate excellent in English both written and verbally ensure operational use to detect evidence of tampering • be able to complete insertion and removal tutorials for con- • Report to ALPHA anything unusual that happened during a tour of tact lenses Qualifications and Experience: duty • Possess and maintain a clean Cayman Islands Driver’s License • Comply with all rules and regulations made by clients and employer. • be competent in producing nished lenses • ensure all incoming patient orders are accurate Group 2 or higher • Possess and maintain a clean police record Qualifications: • repair and adjust patient frames when necessary Technical! vocational graduate • Possess forklift operation certi cation or be willing to acquire with • maintain inventory 4 weeks of employment • 1 - 2 years’ experience in the Security Field • have current knowledge of optical fashion trends • Ex-Military/Police experience recommend SALARY RANGE CI$7.00 – CI$8.00 per hour • CPR and First Aid Training, Self- Defense Training (an asset) We envisage that suitable candidates will possess appropriate • Pro ciency in Oral and written communication Apply to: academic quali cations in support of their application and we • Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suites, Electronic guard tour system Associated Industries Group and CCTV also require that all employees will undertake appropriate train- 17 Lancaster Crescent, Off Sparky Drive • Port Security Training (an asset) ing towards a professional optician quali cation if not already OR • Work on Weekends/Public Holidays & Shift & long hours quali ed. Email: [email protected] • Good initiative & customer service oriented Application deadline – OCTOBER 26, 2020 • Clean police clearance Compensation will be based on experience with a salary range of KYD$37,000.00-KYD$47,000.00 per annum, and will include ***ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A Salary Cl$6.00- Cl$7.00/hour, plus Pension & Health bene ts in line with the requirements of the Cayman Islands POLICE RECORD FOR CONSIDERATION*** Caymanians, Status & RERC Holders only need apply Labour Law. There is also a one-month probationary period. National Security Services Ltd. P.O. Box 11228 KY1 -1008 Grand Cayman Please email resumes to: [email protected] Deadline Oct 31, 2020 Closing date for applications is November 1st, 2020 T: 345.946.7539 | E: [email protected] | 17 Lancaster Crescent, George Town P O Box 10747, Grand Cayman KY1-1007, CAYMAN ISLANDS CLASSIFIEDS | NOTICES C�������� T���� Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 PAGE 15
M & M Group of Companies Ltd. T.H.E. Merren Design Is seeking a mature & experienced Carpenter with working knowl- 5 Multi-Purpose Clerks edge of a wide range of tools and equip- At least 2 years’ experience in retail en- ment, experience in painting techniques and nishing. 1. Computer/Printer Technician @ Office Supply vironment. Able to work night shifts i.e. (11pm-7am) including weekends & Public Be able to demonstrate strong installation Quali cations & Requirements: Holidays. Basic Math test as part of inter- skills in trims, stairs, doors and handrails and • Two years’ experience in the sale of Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer view. Experience with QuickBooks Point of cabinets in various types of wood and ma- Hardware and Audio. Sale & excellent customer service skills. terials used in general carpentry and nish carpentry. • Computer (PC & MAC) and Printer repairs. Must have a clean police record. Provide • Ability to install, troubleshoot and manage all network and local printers. written reference letter from previous em- Salary will be based on experience and qual- • Ability to build, con gure and troubleshoot server and desktop hardware. ployer. ity of work. • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management Systems and a certi cation in Salary: CI 6.00/Hour + Statutory Bene ts Send CV to: Information Technology would be an asset. P.O. Box 83, Grand Cayman KYI-1101 • Must be well versed in scheduling and be able to adhere to workload deadlines. Submit CV/Resume Deadline: 8 Nov 2020 or email to [email protected] • Ensuring that support calls are logged and handled effectively and efficiently. • Superior organisational skills with excellent troubleshooting and communication skills both verbal and written. MAC PLUMBING & MAINTENANCE MAC PLUMBING & MAINTENANCE • Ability to work varied hours/days including Saturday’s as needed. Requires Requires • Valid driver’s license and clean police record. SERVICE DISPATCHER Project Administrator Minimum of 5 years experience The individual we are recruiting must be extremely detailed and be very organised. This Minimum 3 yrs Service dispatching This position requires great responsibility and position is available immediately and requires an individual with the appropriate expe- experience proper time management, ensuring projects are rience and proven knowledge. Salary is commensurate with experience and quali ca- nished on time and on budget. PROFESSIONAL, PLEASANT & CONFI- tions and will be in the range of CI $24,000.00 to CI$28,080.00 per annum, plus pension DENT IN DEALING WITH CUSTOMERS, Strong executive administrative skills, as well as and health insurance bene ts. Please e-mail a full resume to: [email protected] COMPUTER LITERATE With KNOWL- experience in nance budgeting and reporting. Specializes in facilitating, reporting and analyz- EDGE IN BOOKEEPING, PAYROLL AND ing projects, Excellent Communications, Risk TIMEKEEPING 2. Retail Job Opportunity @ Office Supply Assessment & Computer Skills, Autocad Certi- cation and Project Administration Diploma re- Inviting applications from suitable quali ed individuals for Retail Sales Professional. CIS$ 19,700 - CI$ 26,400 per annum quired. plus statutory benefits CI$ 24,000 CI$ 36,000 per annum plus statutory SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS: Duties include: bene ts. Customer Service, Selling to Customer Needs, People Skills, Dependability, General • Reception Duties & Logging Service • Planning the nancial budget necessary for the Math Skills, Verbal Communication, Computer Skills to Operate Point of Sale and a Calls project High School Diploma. • Organizing and Dispatching work daily • Coordinating with team members frequently for updates regarding the work in progress to technicians REQUIREMENTS: • Monitoring the progress of the project, • General Administration Duties • Ensuring Project Guidelines are met Must be able to move and handle boxes of heavy merchandise and xtures throughout • Perform Accounts Payable & Receivable • Initiating the project or contract and working the store; ability to work varied hours/days, including Saturdays, and stand for long pe- functions - knowledge in QuickBooks an until the project is completed riods at a time; clean police record. asset • Discussing updates with senior officials and the client REMUNERATION: ATTN: MANAGEMENT P.O. BOX 11156, • Invoicing updates Salary ranging from $8.00 to $10.00 per hour, depending on experience; plus, Pension KY1-1008 Attn: Management and Health Insurance as required by law. P.O. Box 11156, Ky1-1008 Email: [email protected] E: [email protected] Caymanians, Status & RERC Holders only (NO WORK PERMITS Please) PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO: [email protected]
3. Retail Job Opportunity Tech Department @ Office Supply Inviting applications from suitable quali ed individuals for Retail Sales Professional. SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS: NOTICES Extensive Knowledge of Tech Products (PC, Laptops, Printers, Monitors, Accessories), Customer Service, Selling to Customer Needs, People Skills, Dependability, General PLANNING PERMISSION Math Skills, Verbal Communication, Computer Skills to Operate Point of Sale and a High School Diploma. This is to notify the public that (Savannah Bakery) has applied for planning permis- REQUIREMENTS: sion for (change of use from retail to bakery, two exterior building sign & 420 LPG Must be able to move and handle boxes of heavy merchandise and xtures throughout tank) on Block 28C, Parcel 419, in (Savannah) near to (Countryside shopping village the store; ability to work varied hours/days, including Saturdays, and stand for long pe- on Hirst Rd). The proposal may be inspected at the Planning Department, located in riods at a time; clean police record. at the rst oor of the Government Administration Building, 133 Elgin Avenue (244- 6501). Anyone wishing to object may do so in writing. Letters shall state the nature of REMUNERATION: concern and precise grounds for objection. All objections must be received within 21 Salary ranging from $8.00 to $10.00 per hour, depending on experience; plus, Pension calendar days of the nal advertisement of this notice. Objections may be e-mailed to and Health Insurance as required by law. [email protected], faxed to 769-2922 or mailed to P.O. Box 113, KY-9000 Caymanians, Status & RERC Holders only (NO WORK PERMITS Please) PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO: [email protected]
Caymanian participation is being sought for an investment in a company which provides eco- nomic and policy consulting services. The total value of the business is approximately US$5 million. Expressions of interest are invited from Caymanian individuals or entities to participate in the company.
Interested parties should apply in writing on or before 4 November 2020 and should provide evidence of nancial ability to participate in an investment of this nature supported by a letter from a nancial institution in the Cayman Islands. The CSX is located in one of the world’s largest financial centres and is an internation- ally recognized offshore stock exchange providing a full range of listing services for Any Caymanian interested in making a nancial investment in this company should apply to: sophisticated products and an efficient gateway to global financial markets. 10 Market Street, Suite 849, George Town, Grand Cayman, KY1-9006, Cayman Islands, to the attention of: INVESTOR.
Applications are invited for the position Letters of interest from Caymanian individuals or entities should be copied to the Trade and of Deputy Head of Listing Business Licensing Board, c/o the Department of Commerce and Investment, Government Ad- ministration Building, 133 Elgin Avenue, Suite 126, Grand Cayman, KY1-9000, Cayman Islands. Applicants for this position must have in-depth understanding of the securities industry and capital market transactions as well as the legal and accounting issues relating to listed com- In the absence of suitable quali ed Caymanian investors, application will be made to the Trade panies. and Business Licensing Board for the grant of a license under the Local Companies (Control) Law.
We are seeking a quali ed lawyer, accountant, or holder of a relevant professional designation with a minimum of four years’ post quali cation experience gained at a stock exchange, private practice, investment bank, securities house, or with an asset management entity. The posi- tion requires sound working knowledge of disclosure issues applicable to nancial products, including investment funds and capital markets transactions. The applicant must have expe- rience and knowledge of market regulation (including market surveillance) trading practices, Caymanian and settlement and clearing of transactions and regulation of listed issuers and their principals. WEDNESDAY
The applicant should be highly motivated, reliable, and able to work in a team environment and possess excellent communication and drafting skills. He or she must be capable of working FRIDAY well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Listing Department 1. To scrutinize, review, and process listing applications in a timely manner; 2. To effect the listing of further issues and securities; NEWSPAPER 3. To assist the Head of Listing with the management and supervision of the listing department; Maximum # of Description CI$ 4. To assist in executing policy decisions of the Council as related to listing matters and as x H words delegated through the CEO; Newspaper Advertisement Full page 900 10 x 20 1 800 5. To assist in drafting new rules and regulations for approval relating to listings as and when Newspaper Advertisement 2/3 page 600 Customized 1 200 the need arises; Newspaper Advertisement 1/2 page 500 10 x 9.9 900 6. To act as the front line for communications with listed and potentially listed entities and liaise (horizontal) with listing agents, broker members, and other professional service providers in relation to Newspaper Advertisement 1/2 page 500 4.9 x 20 900 listing applications; (Vertical) 7. To ensure that listed entities comply with the listing rules and continuing obligations; Newspaper Advertisement 1/3 page 400 Customized 700 8. To ensure that there are appropriate mechanisms in place for the dissemination of timely Newspaper Advertisement 1/4 page 300 4.9 x 9.9 450 and accurate information about listed entities; Newspaper Advertisement 1/5 page 225 4.8 x 7.4 350 9. To ensure that international standards are taken into account in every aspect of the opera- Newspaper Advertisement 1/8 page 150 4.9 x 4.85 250 tion of the listing department so that the CSX maintains its reputation for excellent service; Newspaper Advertisement 1/12 page 105 4.9 x 2.35 200 10. To assess and advise on the suitability of potential listings for listing purposes; 11. To act as the Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer and the Money Laundering Re- Newspaper Advertisement 1/32 page 75 Customized 150 porting Officer; Newspaper Advertisement Mini 25 Customized 75 12. To assist the Head of Listing in training other members of the listing department; and Graphic Design 50 n/a 13. To assist the Head of Listing with ad-hoc projects if required. Front Page Banner Top Section 300 10 x 2.5 Front Page Banner Bottom Section 200 10 x 2.5 Other CSX Responsibilities Front Page Top Right Banner 100 3.5 x 1.92 1. To act as requested as the Head of Listing and Compliance in the latter’s absence Back Page A Section 700 10 x 20 2. To assist in marketing efforts for the CSX, locally and abroad Back Page B Section 500 10 x 20 Remuneration will be commensurate with quali cations and experience – salary range Insert (4 pages) 750 n/a CI$89,380 – CI$106,600 (US$90,000-US$130,000). A comprehensive bene ts package is of- Advertorial 1/2 page 500 n/a fered, including health insurance and pension plan.
Applications forms are available at www.csx.ky. All ads are full colour The application form, together with detailed curriculum vitae, should be addressed to: Operations Manager Advertising Deadlines ( Cayman Islands Stock Exchange 48 Hours prior Publication Day) Still FREE Third Floor, Building SIX Cricket Square Publication Day Deadline at over P.O. Box 2408 KY1-1105 (12pm (noon)) Grand Cayman Wednesday Monday Cayman Islands 200 locations Fax: (345) 945-6061 Friday Wednesday E-mail [email protected] 2 days notice for ads Deadline for receipt of applications is November 12, 2020. For further information or to book an advert call 916 2000 or email: [email protected] ADVERTISEMENT PAGE 16 Friday, October 23, 2020 | Issue No 596 C�������� T����
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