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Conventional line of Vancouver is reflected in water in include stability, health care, culture and Continued on page 11 Azure Paris Beach Resort FOR RENT Beach view 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms P5,500/night | Call 403.453-1174 2 October 2018 Diaryo Alberta - The Pagebook of Albertans diaryoalbertasociety.ca Editorial Publisher Diaryo Alberta Society OLYM-PICK THE BEST FOR THE CITY! Editorial Board EDITORIAL BOARD Antonio Amorado Manuel Perez Marietta Pangan Romy Honorio Calgarians will or are you against in general. What decide on Novem- Calgary hosting the sector/s of the soci- Writers/Contributors ber 13 whether to Romeo Honorio 2026 Olympic and ety the Olympic will Santa Aquino-Posadas proceed (or not) with Paralympic Winter benefit more in both Len Chan the bid to host the Lito de Jesus Games? The possible short and long term? Manuel Perez 2026 Olympics. The answers are “I am for Will it serve more the Charmaine Perez non-binding plebi- Madame KC Calgary hosting” or interest of the few Fr. Edmund F. Vargas scite gives Cowtown “I am against Calgary (elites, politicians and Kiko Ibarra folks the chance to Monette Esmeria hosting”. businesses)? Or, what Gerine Arroyo hear their take on are the assurances Ruel Sarmiento this important mat- Marianne Malaca Based on the best es- that the less fortu- Tata Gascon ter. timate done in host- nate sectors (refu- dih ing the event, Calgar- hard and earnestly food and gas contin- gees, newcomers, Graphic Artist/Sketch According to Bid ians in particular and bring the world to ue to increase, Cana- Pixecolours Media Haus Inc. Corporation the jobless, homeless, Canada in General Calgary again. This dians owed $1.69 in street people, men- Layout estimated price tag of will reap honor, pres- also makes residents credit market debt tal health sufferers, Dianne Honorio hosting 2026 Calgary tige and economic of Alberta giddy and for every dollar of low income workers, Creative Director Olympics is in the wind fall running excited. household disposable poverty issues, etc...) Antonio Amorado/PMHI neighborhood of into billion for a long income, and many will be benefited in Photographers $5.2 billion. The cost The prospect is Lito de Jesus / Kaye Ocampo time after 2026. The more social issues. the long run? Mark Ancheta / Elizalde Francisco will be shared by the argument, plausible inspiring and encour- These pressing con- three levels of gov- as it may sound, is aging. Dreaming of cerns bear long term Though the plebiscite ernment and the In- what to come in the impacts on the social Main Office the best argument to is not binding, Diaryo 2616 16th St NE Calgary, Alberta ternational Olympic proceed with the bid. future is pleasant and economic well- Committee. Months Alberta encourages Calgary & Edmonton Areas Though the bid study and free. However, being of many Alber- Calgary residents to [email protected] ago the Canadian itself spent roughly $ the reality now is the tans and Canada as a engage and partici- Diaryo Alberta is published through the Olympic Commit- support of our partners and members. Our 5 million. shallow and some- whole. pate. The ultimate hope is that you will support them in return. tee session voted to time empty pockets question is how this Diaryo Alberta invites the community to approve Calgary as a of many hard work- As Calgarians ponder share news, views & opinions, articles, QUESTIONS? At this point in time event (Olympics) af- feedback and pictures. All opinions and potential host for the the 2026 Calgary ing Albertans. As of and weigh the pros fect the common and views expressed in the Diaryo are that of visit our website 2026 Winter Olym- this writing NAFTA is the individual contributors and should not www.diaryofilipino.com/community Olympic bid is a and cons of the 2016 ordinary Albertans in be considered to reflect the opinions or pics. still a mystery, Kind- views of Diaryo Alberta or its staff. Diaryo heaven-sent manna Calgary Olympic bid, the long run? Alberta reserves the right to refuse or edit er Morgan pipeline any submissions and is not responsible for for our elite athletes, it is fair to put light the return of unsolicited materials, artwork The voting populace politicians and busi- mega project on on the concern of Olym-Pick the best & other materials. 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Your up with the engine running or mufflers which could winter tires can be installed intermittently. Having a full cause carbon monoxide as soon as temperatures hit tank also prevents conden- poisoning and decrease the 7 C. The special rubber com- sation in your gas tank and efficiency of your vehicle. pound in your winter tires lines which can be excessive While you’re at it, make allows them to stay flexible with winter temperatures. sure that block heater is and grip snow and ice for still working. optimum traction. Check your blades, battery, brakes and belts. Your wiper Emergency Supplies Check your air pressure in blades should be changed Pack an emergency kit. all four tires and your spare at least twice a year so they Your kit should include tire. Cold air can make the can effectively wipe away some supplies for you and pressure in your tire drop blowing snow and rain. your passengers, including significantly, which can Have your battery checked a first aid kit, bottled water, affect your vehicle’s ability to see if it’s in good enough health bars, boots, gloves, to bite ice and snow. It’s shape to get your car start- and an extra winter coat. a good idea to check the ed and running through the Remember to dress for inflation of your spare as winter. Optimum braking is winter every day. Even if it well and ensure your tire critical in the winter when looks sunny and mild when changing kit is on board your car needs to perform you head out, you could be and intact. on snow and ice so have facing a blizzard on the way them checked along with back.