As Christmas approaches, it’s a time to open our hearts — not only to friends and family, but also to the animals who rely on our care. Local SPCAs work tirelessly to provide warmth, safety, and love to abandoned or neglected pets, especially through the cold winter months. Donating food, blankets, or funds can make a world of difference. This season, share the true spirit of Christmas — compassion, kindness, and a helping hand for every paw in need
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Know your Rights at Work
“WorkSafe Saskatchewan reminds every worker of their three fundamental rights in the workplace: The right to know what hazards are present, the right to participate in keeping the workplace healthy and safe and the right to refuse dangerous work. These rights are protected under The Saskatchewan Employment Act. When workers speak up and employers listen, everyone benefits. Safety is a shared responsibility—and it starts with knowing your rights. Together, we can make Saskatchewan workplaces safer.”
Healthy Holiday Season Tips
Party time: Drink a large glass of water and have a healthy snack before going to a party; add a few healthy choices in and minimize the treats. This can be a good time of year to add in a probiotic or digestive enzymes to help with the sugar over-indulgence. Alcohol – make a spritzer or use soda water to cut down on pop use. This will lead to better sleep and a happier person the next day! Don’t throw away your exercise regime – from a class at the gym to a simple walk, keep moving over the holidays. This helps to keep your mind clear and digestion moving. Be mindful – deep breathing, yoga or a simple meditation can help with holiday stress.
The Kobe Beef of Pork
Naturally Rich, Nutritious, and Superior Quality; Mangalitsa pigs are famous for their rich marbling and high-quality fat—often compared to Wagyu beef. Their meat contains more Monounsaturated fats, more Essential Omega 3 than even Salmon! They are a NATURAL Antioxidant and a Healther choice than most commercial breeds. They are pasture-raised and slow-grown, Mangalitsa pork offers a more nutrient-dense, flavourful, wholesome and healthier option for consumers.
Wishing Everyone a Merry Christmas
As Editor and Franchisee of the Prince Albert WellnessNEWS. I want to wish everyone a very Heartfelt Greeting; to my Readers, my Distribution Reps, my Clients, and all the Businesses that Display my Newsletters, may this holiday season be a wonderful holiday, filled with love, laughter, friends and family. May your tummies be full, hearts healthy and happy, surrounded by those you love, and keeping the memories and traditions alive from those who arent with us. Wishing you all have a wonderful and SAFE holiday season!
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Brain Teaser Answers
1. A stamp. 2. Halfway. After that, they’re running out of the woods.3. It takes one elf 5 minutes to make one doll. Therefore 100 elves making 100 dolls would still take 5 minutes!
Words to Live By
“The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
Why the F-word is Important
Some people may express that they don’t find monetary value in a funeral. But, funerals don’t have to be elaborate or expensive to be meaningful. The whole process of planning a funeral, and the days following, begin the grieving process. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness of someone special. There are endless ways to demonstrate this and by including family and friends in this process, a fitting tribute can be created that will not be forgotten. We may not recall everything about the funeral, what the casket looked like or which flowers were on display; however, we can recall how it felt to be a part of that day.
From Rescue to Forever Homes
Supporting the SPCA offers meaningful benefits for the animals, the volunteers and the community. Whether through adoption, donations, volunteering, supporting fundraisers, or fostering, your involvement helps rescue animals from neglect, abuse, or abandonment—giving them a second chance at life. Food Donations are especially important and appreciated to keep our fur friends fed, as they await permanent placement. Food Donations ease the SPCA’s shelter budget and stress ensuring the pets are fed, the cost of pet food alone ads up greatly, and if often taken for granted by the general public. Please reach out to see how you can make a difference and save a life!
Know your Rights at Work
“WorkSafe Saskatchewan reminds every worker of their three fundamental rights in the workplace: The right to know what hazards are present, the right to participate in keeping the workplace healthy and safe and the right to refuse dangerous work. These rights are protected under The Saskatchewan Employment Act. When workers speak up and employers listen, everyone benefits. Safety is a shared responsibility—and it starts with knowing your rights. Together, we can make Saskatchewan workplaces safer.”
Bandit Bowl
2lbs ground beef, 2 eggs
1/4 C green onion
½ Tsp garlic salt
½ Tsp salt
Form Meatballs with the beef, eggs, green onion, salt, garlic salt, pan fry, drain, set aside in oven safe casserole
Sauce:
6 Tbsp brown sugar
¼ Tsp ginger
½ Tsp salt
2 Tsp cornstarch
¼ C vinegar
2 Tsp soya sauce
¼ Tsp dry mustard
6 Tbsp ketchup
10 oz canned crushed pineapple OR fresh pineapple diced
Add Water/or more Ketchup to thicken
Mix sauce ingredients together, pour over meatballs (make sure to mix cornstarch with a table spoon of water before adding to sauce mixture so it does not clump), pour sauce over meat balls bake at 350 Degrees for 45 mintues
Serve over a bed of cooked rice (you can double the sauce recipe of you want more sauce) Enjoy!
