Monday, 26 November 2012

WE MAKE PIANOS AFFORDABLE

Ontario Pianos Inc is a by musicians, for musicians store specializing in used grand and upright pianos. We rebuild, to perfection, Steinways, Bosendorfers, Bechsteins and other fine pianos. We have quickly become Toronto and area’s most trusted piano store. See our inventory!

NEWS: Super pianist Yuan Tian is in recital on Saturday December 8th at St. Simons Anglican Church,  1450 Lichfield Rd, Oakville at 3.00 pm. The program will be works by Mozart, Schubert, Debussy, Rachmaninov, Liszt and a contemporary Chinese composer. Tickets are available at the door or in advance from Leslie Music 904.844.3109.

NEWS: We have created a whole new “look” to our website! We are very proud of it, many people have so far commented it looks quite modern/classic. Ontariopianos now have over 1000 Twitter followers!

NEWS: We just bought a PLEYEL grand piano 5’6″ from The Honourable Sheila Copps who played this piano while she was the Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. We are going to rebuild this fine grand piano.

Our 10,000 sq.ft. piano showroom is located at 1292 Eglinton Ave East near Dixie Rd. in Mississauga,  We hope you enjoy this and invite you to visit us to see and play our huge inventory of used steinways.

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For local entrepreneur Annette Brennan, this November marks 10 years of operating a successful creative outlet in her community and developing a solid business model and support system for other female entrepreneurs across the country. The Founder and President of Crock A Doodle Inc. pottery painting studios, Brennan will appear on CHCH News Morning Live at 9:40am on November 1 to celebrate her success, which she is proud to share with her fellow franchise owners.

Brennan’s first retail pottery painting studio opened in Ontario in November 2002, and her brand has since grown to 10 franchise locations, with one reaching as far west as Alberta. Local Crock A Doodle studios can be found in West Hamilton/Dundas, Burlington, Oakville and Brantford, and the company projects an expansion to a total of 40 studios across Canada by 2015.

“I’m ecstatic that the brand I’ve created is growing so fast, and allowing other women to find careers they can get excited about,” says Brennan.

Walk into your local Crock A Doodle studio and you can choose one of any of the ready-to-paint pottery pieces, personalize it with your own creative flair, and then have it glazed, kiln-fired and ready to take home and enjoy. People love visiting Crock A Doodle as a fun and creative activity and a great way to spend quality time with loved ones and friends. Visitors create original pieces of art that can be used as functional household items, decorations or gifts. The studios also host birthday parties, community group events and other group activities for all ages.

In addition to building the Crock A Doodle brand, Brennan also promotes the franchising operation side of her business through her website www.imaginelovingwhatyoudo.com. An award winning member of the Canadian Franchise Association, Crock A Doodle offers franchise options for women seeking careers they can truly be passionate about – as operators of their very own Crock A Doodle pottery painting studios.

Committed to helping franchisees succeed, Brennan offers studio owners a strong support system, including a powerful Customer Resource Management tool, dynamic studio merchandising, an exciting and ever-changing product line, lively studio events and active community involvement.

About Crock A Doodle

Founded in November 2002, Crock A Doodle Inc. is Canada’s own pottery painting franchise – where people come together to create, laugh, share and grow. Crock A Doodle’s unique concept was designed to inspire creativity, nurture together-time and promote simple, creative hands-on play. The result is a highly infectious Crock A Doodle brand now on the grow across Canada. Learn more at www.crockadoodle.com.

Tuesday, 20 November 2012

Property Restoration Experts

Loss of property is a devastating experience that creates not only material loss but also emotional loss when the property you have worked so hard to obtain now possibly lies in shambles or is compromised in some other way. A sense that you have lost your lifelong safety and security gives rise to a feeling of hopelessness, but better days will emerge when restoration begins.

Property loss, be it commercial or residential, is heartbreaking because in many cases owners must restart their lives from scratch. Insurance companies are expected to play an important part in making sure that coverage for losses will be handled seamlessly without undue stress.

Restoration Company to the Rescue

Property damages occur without forewarning, but the experts at Puropclean have a specialty restorative service for your property’s unique damages. Be it temporary protection or the boarding up of property, trauma and biohazard cleanup, vandalism or debris removal, Puroclean experts are equipped and eager to assess and address property damage situations. They also offer graffiti removal when this urban nightmare emerges overnight on the wall of a building or residential property.

Experts at www.Puroclean.ca have been in the property restoration business for two decades and enjoy a solid reputation that hails them as “The Paramedics of Property Damage.” The company takes pride in offering you palliative service that soothes your emotional pain as the technicians restore your home or your place of business.

Personalized Service

Technicians begin the restoration process with a personalized approach of empathy as they begin to clean up your property. They restore properties that have been devastated by hurricanes, flooding, earthquakes and other natural disasters.

Flooding Breeds Mold Conditions That Must Be Immediately Cleaned

Flooding harbingers mold growth, and mold removal is taken out from properties expediently. Skilled technicians work with environmental specialists and with laboratories to protect people from mold concentrations. Technicians extricate the mold after identifying the moisture source that feeds the growth. Thereafter, the area is restored to its prior healthy status.

Mould and Mildew Odour Removal and Remediation

The skilled technicians next concentrate on mould and mildew odour removal. The company’s deodorization applications to remove mould odor are known for its effectiveness in the community as is its mould remediation removal application. The experts are available for service 24 hours a day and work 7 days a week as they toil on the remediation process for your satisfaction.

Experts on a Mission to Remove Mould and Return Your Property to Normalcy

Recognizing how mould erodes property structure and its power to compromise the health of humans, the technicians quickly clean out this hazardous material. They accomplish their goal with minimal disturbance of the occupied space thereby deflecting the human toll that would surely surface barring delay of the cleanup stage.

Puroclean Services is on a focused mission to complete the restoration of your property with a scientific awareness of how mold erodes property structure. The experts work untiringly in order to meet your expectations of preserving a healthy environment for people to live and work in. Puroclean also runs a thriving mold removal in Hamilton business.

Wednesday, 7 November 2012

Destination Wedding Photographers

Destination weddings are the ultimate way to start a life together and to create memories of which will be the foundation of your life journey. Choosing to host a wedding away from home does present a number of challenges; however, selecting a wedding photographer does not have to be one of them. A destination wedding photographer will make your life exponentially easier, while you concentrate on your surroundings and the love of your life.

Role of a Wedding Photographer

A Hamilton wedding photographer is synonymous with class, professionalism, and preparedness. Hamilton photographers have a sound tradition of providing only the best photographers who truly care about providing the best possible photographs. A Hamilton photographer will work with the couple to determine the tone for the wedding and photos. Some couples prefer more traditional photos, while others prefer to combine tradition with artistic and fun photos. Once the decision has been made, the photographer will begin developing a strategy for your day. This is not to say if you change your mind on the day that the plan cannot be adjusted, because the photographer’s end goal is to ensure you are happy on your special day.

Role of a Destination Wedding Photographer

The destination wedding photographers possess the exact same qualities and abilities as traditional photographers only they are trained in an additional capacity. They have an astounding amount of experience traveling to locations throughout the country and places all over the world to capture every moment of a couple’s very special day just as if they were at home. This photographer will travel to the location to be with you. If the photographer has not been to your chosen destination for another event, they may very well arrive a few days in advance to develop additional relationships with locals and business owners to ensure you have access to the best possible sites in the area on your wedding day.

The benefits of hiring a destination wedding photographer are ample. Hiring a local photographer brings added complications by trying to coordinate dates and to portray feelings through technology which are both terribly difficult to accomplish successfully from afar. Local photographers may have special partnerships with friends and family who will most likely have lovely locations for photos; however, they may not have your best interest at heart when it comes to determining which sites will be ideal for your wishes and needs. You will meet the destination wedding photographer in advance and perhaps speak with some of his former clients in person to provide you with an added sense of security that you have nothing to fear pertaining to your photographs on your special day.

Hamilton photographers are trustworthy, reliable, professional, adaptable, and, most importantly, the best in the industry. Hiring a local photographer is filled with an inordinate amount of uncertainties which can be eliminated entirely by selecting a destination wedding photographer. Reduce the stress of your wedding planning, and choose http://www.dewimagery.com to preserve your sacred memories.

Tuesday, 6 November 2012

Sell Your Cell Phone

People once joked about how they would buy a new computer only to have it become obsolete as soon as they walked out of the store. The same rings true for cell phones, especially as manufacturers release new smartphones on an almost daily basis. Few people keep the same phone for the entirety of their cellular contract, and it's understandable. Why would you want to use last year's model when you can purchase a newer version that's more powerful, faster, has a higher-quality screen and is often smaller? However, once you have a new cell phone in your hand, do you know what to do with the old one?

Many people have simply left their cell phones in drawers to collect dust. After a few years, internal batteries can sometimes eat right through the phone's exterior. You might as well throw your phone away before you let it slowly crumble to dust. Of course, few people would actually throw their phone away. Even if you don't have use for your old phone, there's always cell phone recycling. It can be a hassle to find a recycling center that will accept your phone; although, some big box stores have recycling boxes for cell phones and other small gadgets.

If you're frugal, however, you might want to sell your old phone, instead. There's a few paths you can take if you decide to do this. Online ad site offer one solution, but it can be frustrating to post your ad and wind up haggling with people who want to trade rather than pay cash or offer a ridiculous-low price. Plus, your ad will likely result in an email inbox full of spam from non-existent women who want to meet you. Even if you do seem to strike a fair deal, meeting up can be problematic when it comes to logistics.

Ebay definitely offers more safety because you never have to meet with someone face to face. However, you do have to pay the auction site's fees, which might make you rethink the decision to sell your mobile phone via the auction site. If it's an especially old phone or you lack accessories, it might not be worth the hassle of shipping, either. Auctioning off your cell phone is often hit or miss.

A final selling option exists, however, but you might not be familiar with selling your old phone to a reputable online recycling program. Simply enter a few details into sites like BingBongo.ca to see how much cash you can get for your phone. Most sites like this let you easily mail in your old cell phone for recycling by providing you with shipping materials. Get your cash as fast as the day that the company receives your phone. They'll take old iPhones, Motorola cell phones and HTC smartphones. You don't have to worry about sketchy buyers or bounced checks, which is why so many people choose this solution.

Staying Safe

When you're spending a night with a beautiful woman, it can make you feel relaxed, safe and happy. However, it's important that you never forget that you're taking certain risks in the process. Here are some tips for staying safe when hiring Toronto escorts.

1. Safe Sex

If your date has really taken a liking to you, there's the distinct possibility that you could get lucky later on. Unfortunately, it can open you up to a wide variety of sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes and genital warts. It would be nice if you could trust everyone implicitly, but in reality, you don't know who your date may have been with before you. For this reason, it's strongly recommended that you take precautions before engaging in physical relations. Always wear a condom, keep an eye out for any signs of infection in your partner and use plenty of lubrication. Furthermore, it's also a good idea to go in for regular STD screenings.

2. Choose a Reputable Service

When looking for escorts in Toronto, you should always go with a reputable service, even if they charge a little more. These businesses are required to adhere to a very strict set of laws. One oversight or slip-up on their part could end up landing you in serious trouble with the law. Review their terms and conditions carefully. If any of it makes you feel uncomfortable or could leave you open to prosecution, walk away immediately. One inexpensive night of fun isn't worth the hassle of paying hefty fines or going to jail.

3. Look For Honesty

You deserve to get what you pay for. Therefore, you should only do business with a service that provides up to date photos and profiles of escorts like http://www.loveoriental.net. This sort of diligence can prevent you from being disappointed or feeling put off when you finally meet your date.

4. Never Pay Up Front

The most important thing of all to remember when choosing Toronto Asian escorts is that you should never pay for services up front. While many companies will try to demand that you provide full payment before the date has even begun, this is a sure sign of trouble. For one thing, it could put you in trouble with the law. For another, it's too easy for them to rip you off this way. If you've already given them your hard-earned money, there's nothing to make them uphold their end of the transaction. Payment should only be given after services have been provided, no matter what you're told by the company or your date. Similarly, you shouldn't offer to pay up front. This is viewed as highly suspicious activity and you'll more than likely end up spending the night alone if you try.

5. Provide Your Own Supplies

It's always better to buy your own condoms and lubricant. It makes you look classy, responsible and considerate, things that most women find attractive in a man. However, it can also serve to protect you. If your date has brought condoms, they may be of inferior quality, too small or feature materials that you're allergic to. Buying the kind that you're most comfortable with is a wise policy.

Thursday, 1 November 2012

Portfolio Management

For the average retail investor, finding a portfolio manager that matches their own investment philosophy and goals is an essential aspect to saving wisely. In the widest sense, portfolio managers are responsible for asset allocation in anything from individual investment accounts to products with assets under management well into the billions, like a mutual fund. In any case, the buck stops with the portfolio manager when it comes to asset selection and investment strategy.


In general, there are two main types of portfolio management philosophies that dominate the landscape. The first, referred to as active management, places a higher emphasis on the portfolio manager's ability to make wise investment choices. Active managers try to find and purchase undervalued assets to outperform the market. They pick certain assets and attempt to time the markets in order to earn their investors or clients above average returns. Passive managers, on the other hand, devote their efforts to finding an asset allocation strategy that matches certain benchmarks or indexes, trying only to keep pace with the market instead of outperform it. The virtues and drawbacks of each philosophy are a hotly debated topic in finance, so it remains up to the individual investor which investment management strategy suits their needs best.


There is a wide variety of options available to the investors in terms of the portfolio manager's compensation. In a big operation like a mutual fund, the manager might take a certain percentage of assets under management as expenses to pay for salaries and operations. For investment managers that work with individuals, compensation might be based on commissions for financial products sold or fee-only, which means they take a percentage of assets under management according to a specific formula. Generally, passive management tends to be on the low end of the cost spectrum.


Regardless of particular philosophy and operations, the main advantage that good wealth management brings to the table is professional advice and expert implementation of the investor's ideal investment strategy. Take, for example, a portfolio manager who advises individuals with their own investment accounts. Sound investment strategy and proper diversification in the modern market, with all of its products to choose from and relative opacity to the average person, can be an overwhelming task for someone with little investment experience. A wealth manager can help these people find the right asset allocation for them based on factors like age, income, retirement goals, and income needs. They are a holistic solution to all the factors that a person might have difficulty balancing when putting together their own savings plan.