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Last spring when families met with local MPs Dean Allison and Rick Dykstra, there was little thought that 10 months later, Parliamentarians would be debating how the federal government may come to the assistance of Canadians diagnosed with anaphylaxis. Yesterday, however, not only did Members of Parliament discuss anaphylaxis in the House of Commons, but…
Families across Canada, with a loved one with the medical condition anaphylaxis, applaud the efforts of MP Dean Allison as he took our concerns to the floor of the House of Commons. Here is an excerpt from Mr. Allison’s speech that captures his motives in advancing the motion. How can bringing forward such a motion…
Canadian Anaphylaxis Initiative is an advocacy effort marshaled by a volunteer group of families from anaphylaxis support associations in communities across Canada. The CAI’s mission is to prompt the federal government to develop a strategic plan to decrease the risks for Canadians living with anaphylaxis (severe, life-threatening allergies) and to educate the public. Canadian Anaphylaxis…
MP Dean Allison will begin the debate on Motion 546 when Parliament resumes on Monday (March 21 @ 11 a.m.). The MP’s motion reads: That in the opinion of the House, anaphylaxis is a serious concern for an increasing number of Canadians and the government should take the appropriate measures necessary to ensure these Canadians…
In December 2005, CG&A COMM published their research on uncovering the most significant quotes through the ages. Here is an annotated list (in no particular order) of the ‘Top-Ten-Quotes-of-All-Time.’ Do onto others as you would have others do onto you. The Bible – This is known as the ‘Golden Rule’. It captures the…
The Niagara Region’s independent, on-line news organ, Niagara At Large, has published Chris George’s article: “Important Allergen Labelling Laws Achieved With Help Of Niagara Families” http://niagaraatlarge.com/ The article begins… As a parent of a child with anaphylaxis – coping with severe, life threatening allergies – this February’s St. Valentines Day was especially sweet! My…
Here are “the ten most popular inspirational quotes,” according to the Famous Quotes and Quotations website. Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right. – Henry Ford You see things; and you say ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were; and I say ‘Why not? – George Bernard Shaw…
Here is the text of my remarks at Monday’s Ottawa news conference announcing new food labelling regulations. I am here today as a parent who deals with anaphylaxis; a volunteer member of NASK (Niagara Anaphylaxis Knowledge and Support group); and, a member of a group of families from local community anaphylaxis groups across…
Participants at the announcement: MPs Ron Cannan and Royal Galipeau, Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq, MP Dean Allison, Alexander and David George on either side of the display board, myself, Lisa George with MP Rick Dykstra
Photo taken of Alexander and David George with Health Minister Aglukkaq Here’s the text of the Health Canada news release: OTTAWA / February 14, 2011 – Today, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, and Royal Galipeau, Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Orléans, announced regulations to strengthen Canada’s labelling of food allergens and…
My family was pleased to be in Ottawa yesterday to be part of the good news for Canadians coping with severe, life-threatening allergies. Here are some references to what I had to say in Ottawa. Postmedia News reporter Sarah Schmidt wrote: Chris George and his family drove from St. Catharines, Ont.,…
On this Friday, the By George Journal will release its “Top Ten Love Quotes” to contribute to the romance of St. Valentine’s Day. Through the years, it has been customary for CG&A COMM to circulate romantic verse and bons mots. In that tradition, we reflect back on a selection of some of…
December 20, 2010 – On December 7th more than 20 MPs came together to discuss the challenges faced by Canadians living with anaphylaxis. The MPs heard from families dealing with life-threatening allergies as well as reviewed five action items to advance the causes of anaphylaxis within the federal government. This is from a…
Readers of the By George Journal and family friends will know that I am currently involved in advocating for federal action on anaphylaxis (life-threatening allergies). Our volunteer group of families in Niagara (see http://www.nask.ca ) has been working with our local Members of Parliament and have secured an important meeting in Ottawa on December 7th. …
By George Journal is asking, “What are your favourite motivational and inspirational quotes?” Here’s a favourite: Don’t ask yourself what the world needs; ask yourself what makes you come alive. And then go and do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive. – Dr. Howard Thurman Through…
Today, a band of volunteers in Niagara launched a new awareness drive for anaphylaxis – the medical condition relating to severe, life-threatening allergies. With the leadership of NASK President Cindy Paskey, we hope to make our world a little safer for our children. We are asking the government to re-think its policies regarding anaphylaxis…
1. It is a growing concern for Canadians. 1.3 million Canadians live with food allergy. Health Canada reports “Food allergies are sensitivities caused by a reaction of the body’s immune system to specific proteins in a food. Current estimates are that food allergies affect as many as 6% of young children and 3% to…
Welcome! Much has changed since Lisa and I started our public relations business 15 years ago, back in January 1994. One constant, however, has been the desire to share our experiences and insight in public relations by publishing a topical and useful journal. Throughout the years, By George has been a part of our efforts…