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FIVE WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 PHOTO EXPO
In my 20-year career in denturology, the past year has been one of the most difficult in terms of repairs. A worrying trend is emerging: many people seem to put off dental care as long as possible, forgetting that things don’t last forever. This behaviour, in addition to neglecting the warning signs, can lead to irreversible problems. I’d like to share a few thoughts based on my recent experience, highlighting the importance of prevention and regular attention to avoid serious complications. It’s understandable that life is often hectic, and that dental care can take a back seat. However, waiting until teeth or dentures break down can be a risky strategy. Dentures, like everything else, have a limited lifespan. Ignoring signs of wear or deterioration can lead to situations where repair becomes impossible, and tooth loss, inevitable. Another worrying trend I’ve observed is the mistaken belief that repairing permanently solves the problem. In reality, it often only postpones the inevitable. Some of my patients have unfortunately waited too long, and now restoration is impossible. The message I want to convey is clear: it’s crucial not to underestimate the importance of prevention and prompt action. It’s essential to plan dental care proactively. Instead of waiting for problems arising, take preventive measures. See your denturist and dentist regularly for routine check-ups, discuss the condition of your dentures and consider replacements or repairs before it’s too late. Preventive planning can not only save time and money, but also preserve your smile and oral health. Last month, in December, I was confronted with an alarming number of broken dentures. I try to help my patients as much as possible, but sometimes the problem has become too serious. The compassion I feel for my patients is immense, and I hope this will serve as a warning to all those who put off necessary dental care. Nicholas Fournier, DD A CALL TO ACTION FOR DENTAL HEALTH
De gauche à droite: First Skate, Not the Last par Hannah Mitchell, Hidden Boots par Laura Lichty, Hello There par Paula Brown, Balance par Elizabeth Bahl-Séguin, et The Bidge par Amelia Tamas. (Gabrielle Vinette, EAP)
GABRIELLE VINETTE gabrielle.vinette@eap.on.ca
a pure coincidence. She was sitting on a bench near the parking lot at Russell City Hall while waiting for her husband to return. Brown looked up and saw a turkey walking between cars. “You see his eye? He’s on guard. This is not where he’s supposed to be. And he wasn’t there long.” But the bird was there long enough for Brown to get close and snap a winning photo. The winners received a $400 CARFAC fees (Canadian Artists’ Representation / Le front des artistes canadiens) as well as have their photos displayed at the start of the recreational trail at 901 Notre-Dame Street in Embrun. The photos will be alongside the eight previous winners of the 2023 and 2022 Photo Expos. Alongside the five winners, the jury nominated seven photos to showcase as honourable mentions. “Joy” by Christine Mentzel, “Flock of Birds in the Early Fall at Sunset” by Denis Tanguay, “Hard at Work for Us” by Ella Moore Charland, “Cotton Candy
événement gratuit qui propose des activi- tés pour toute la famille. Il comprend des démonstrations artistiques, des présenta- tions, une visite de la maison Tucker et un déjeuner gratuit pour les participants. Plusieurs dignitaires ont été invités à l’événement et prendront la parole. Des représentants de CAPRAC prononceront également quelques mots et reviendront sur les dix dernières années de l’organisation et sur ce qu’elle a accompli pour les arts, la culture et le patrimoine dans l’ensemble de la RUPC. « C’est très spécial d’en arriver là et d’avoir la chance de partager ce moment avec la communauté », a déclaré Mme Malboeuf. Pour en savoir plus sur CAPRAC, consultez le site CAPRAC.ca. Skies” by Emma Pineo, “Owl on the Hunt” by Mark Hatherall, “Russell Museum Barber Shop” by Roland Piette, and “Follow Me to the Castor” by Tim Bolton-Gowling. The jury committee was composed of Myriam Cobb, Curator for Global Affairs Canada Visual Art Collection, John Healey, Artist and Instructor at the School of Pho- tographic Arts: Ottawa (SPAO), and Lynda Clouette-Mackay, Curator for Centre Culturel Le Chenail. All 12 photos presented received a subs- cription to PhotoEd Magazine. The prize “Crowd Favourite” was added to the expo with the aim to increase public participation. “Blue Heron” by Norm Fortin won the prize and a $50 gift card to Euphie d’ici. With over double the number of submis- sions the expo saw last year, only over 100 of the 215 submitted photos were presented at the event.
At the Russell Fair this past weekend the winners of the 2024 Photo Expo were revealed. “First Skate, Not the Last” by Hannah Mitchell won Portrait, “The Bidge” by Amelia Tamas won Landscape, “Hidden Boots” by Laura Lichty won Best Overall, “Balance” by Elizabeth Bahl-Séguin won Best Youth, and “Hello There” by Paula Brown won the newly added category, Jury’s Choice. The theme “Best Kept Secret” made participants photograph what they believe is a unique or special place within the Russell Township boundaries. “When I took it (the picture) I was thin- king more to put this the Canadian Wildlife Federation competition. But then I thought ‘Well, that’s where it was taken and it falls in the category.’,” said Paula Brown, winner of the newly added Jury’s Choice category. Brown explained that her photo had been
CAPRAC CÉLÈBRE SON 10E ANNIVERSAIRE LE MOIS PROCHAIN culturelles et patrimoniales.
ANIL JHALLI anil.jhalli@eap.on.ca
Il s’agit d’une organisation à but non lucratif gérée par un conseil d’administration composé de bénévoles dévoués. CAPRAC se veut un facilitateur, un soutien et une voix au niveau régional. CAPRAC vise à sensibiliser le public aux artistes, aux organismes et aux activités des Comtés unis de Prescott-Russell (CUPR). « Nous voulons remercier la communauté et tous nos partenaires qui nous ont soute- nus au cours des dix dernières années, et ce pique-nique est une excellente façon de le faire », a ajouté Mme Malboeuf, qui s’est jointe à CAPRAC en 2022 et a été nommée directrice générale au début de l’année. Selon Mme Malboeuf, le pique-nique est l’occasion de présenter ce que l’organisa- tion a accompli au cours des dix dernières années, tout en jetant un regard sur l’avenir. Le pique-nique communautaire est un
Le Conseil des arts Prescott Russell (CAPRAC) célébrera son 10e anniver- saire par un pique-nique communautaire le samedi 5 octobre. L’événement se déroulera de 11 h à 15 h à la maison Tucker, située au 1731, chemin Tucker à Rockland. « Nous sommes ravis de célébrer les dix ans de notre organisation », a déclaré Margo Malboeuf, directrice exécutive de CAPRAC. « Il y a certainement eu des défis à relever au cours des dix dernières années, mais nous avons également bénéficié d’excellentes occasions. CAPRAC a été inauguré le 27 mars 2014 dans le but de soutenir le développement des artistes, des organismes et de tous ceux qui participent aux activités artistiques,
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