Trusted Founder Sara Wheelwright Steps Up To Participate In 2023 The Sanctum Survivor 36-Hour Challenge

17. Feb 2023 Trusted Saskatoon

The Trusted team believes giving back is always in style. We are proud members of the Saskatoon business community. We love our city and do what we can in an effort to support local events, non-profits and to help individuals in need.

Help Sara reach her fundraising target and Support Sanctum Care Group by donating:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/sanctum-care-group-inc/p2p/sanctumsurvivor2023/page/sara-wheelwright/

"If you wait until you can do everything for everybody, instead of something for somebody, you’ll end up doing nothing for nobody." ~ Malcolm Bane

On May 25 & 26, 2023, our founder Sara Wheelwright, and eight other community leaders will live as if homeless for 36 hours on the streets of Saskatoon as part of the Sanctum Survivor 36-Hour Challenge. In teams of two, Survivor participants will be given tasks to complete. Each lesson will aim to demonstrate specific challenges that society is often unaware of but are an everyday reality for those homeless with HIV. Participants will wear donated clothes and shoes. They will not be allowed personal belongings other than a phone (to update the public on their journey). The event itself is both powerful and unprecedented. It attempts to shed light on the intense hardship faced by people who experience poverty, homelessness and chronic illness here in Saskatoon.

Sara Wheelwright - Participant - 2023 Sanctum Survivor Challenge.

Owner of Trusted Saskatoon and Trusted Marketing Services, Sara is an award-winning marketer, entrepreneur, and community supporter. Sara is committed to supporting our community and volunteers her time and professional resources. You will find her organizing & facilitating conferences to provide tools and a safe space to discuss critical social issues, such as youth suicide, domestic violence and trauma.

She donates ongoing marketing services to support many non-profit fundraising events and ongoing campaigns., Including, but not limited to, Wiegers Care For Kids, TLC@Home, Saskatoon Progress Club, Mending Little Hearts and TeleMiracle.

Nothing satisfies Sara more than promoting and supporting local non-profits and organizations to succeed. When she was approached to be a participant in the 2023 challenge,

she didn't hesitate to step up; she had heard about the fantastic work Sanctum has been doing in Saskatoon and wanted to do all she could to help.

WHAT IS THE SANCTUM GROUP?

Sanctum is Saskatchewan's first hospice with respite and supportive care for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Sanctum Group is a registered Non-profit, and it runs several vital programs.

Sanctum

The hospice and transitional care home provides around-the-clock transitional care for HIV-positive persons with social and high-risk behaviours and conditions, including homelessness, that prevents them from adequately caring for themselves. In addition, this home provides compassionate end-of-life care to HIV-positive individuals with a palliative diagnosis.

Sanctum 1.5

10-bed prenatal care home which supports high-risk and HIV-positive pregnant women at risk of having their infants apprehended at birth.

Sanctum provides a community for individuals requiring supportive care to attain their optimum level of health while maximizing their control and dignity. Incorporating existing community services in Sanctum's safe and supportive environment, the prenatal home works preventively to meet these women's health and social needs more effectively and efficiently, improving the health and well-being of mom and baby while mitigating the risks associated with apprehensions of infants at birth.

As of May 2022, 92 mothers completed/graduated the program – 93 babies were prevented from entering foster care. In addition, mothers who have successfully graduated from the program have had an additional 56 children returned to their care. A total of 149 children are now successfully within the care of their mothers, either through prevention or return from foster care.

" I humbly ask for your support as a participant in the 2023 Sanctum Survivor Challenge, I have a target to raise $20,000 and I can only do that with the help of my friends, family and colleagues. Sanctum does much-needed work in our city, and I acknowledge that the 36-hour homelessness experience by no means accurately depicts the numerous barriers and complex issues faced by persons who survive daily in poverty and homelessness; however, I hope that drawing awareness of some of the many challenges our cities most vulnerable citizen face may be a catalyst for real and lasting change. Anything you can do to support me will be appreciated and valued. Thank you in advance " Sara Wheelwright

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

There are several ways you can support Sara in the 2023 Challenge.

1. Follow along on Sara's social media to take part in her journey in The 2023 Sanctum Survivor Challenge on May 25th & 26th 2023

Twitter @Trustedcanada
Facebook @TrustedSara
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-wheelwright-a51b2916
Instagram @trustedsara

Please SHARE Sara's posts to help spread awareness of this year's challenge.

1.. Help Sara reach her fundraising target and Support Sanctum Care Group by donating here:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/sanctum-care-group-inc/p2p/sanctumsurvivor2023/page/sara-wheelwright/

4. Another way you can help is to donate much-needed Items to Sanctum. Please email sara@trustedcanada.com and she will arrange for pick up. See the list of items Sanctum 1.5 needs below.

Resident Needs:

Winter gear – coats, boots, toques, mitts, etc.
Toothpaste and toothbrushes
Sports bras/nursing bras
Adult colouring books/coloured markers
Laundry baskets
Underarm deodorant
Shampoo/conditioner/body wash/soap
Feminine hygiene products
Lotions (scent-free)
Disposable razors
Nail clippers
Socks/underwear
Bath Towels
Face cloths
Pillows/ pillowcases
Slippers
Maternity wear/sweat pants(leggings)/Nightshirts(P.J.’s)
House coats
Pyjamas
Men's and women's sweats, shoes, comfortable indoor clothing
Crafting supplies
Nursing pads
Nipple cream

Baby Items:

Outdoor wear or winter wear
Diapers
Baby wipes
Diaper cream
Formula
Pacifiers
Nasal aspirator
Sleepers
Car seat covers
Baby soaps/lotions
Sent free baby laundry detergent
Face cloths
Baby towels
Receiving blankets
Baby nail care kit
Breastfeeding pillow
Baby under shirts
Bottle washers
Bottle warmers
Bottle liners
Bibs
Diapers
Teething rings
Baby socks
Night lights
Crib/bassinet sheets

Household Items

Please note: Health Regulations require that these items be unopened and in their original packaging.

Instant pot
Ninja blender
Bread maker
Large slow cooker
Canned goods
Hand sanitizer
Cereal
Nonperishable food items

Your Ultimate Tax Checklist From Trusted Saskatoon

17. Feb 2023 Admin Saskatoon Bookkeepers, Website

Your Ultimate Tax Checklist

It is that time of year again… tax season! If you are like most people, doing taxes is something you view as a dreaded task or you procrastinate doing. Do not fear, we have a helpful Tax Season Checklist to make doing your taxes easier to organize. This list will outline all the things we could need from you in order to prepare your income tax return.

Tax Slips

T4 slips (Employment income)
T4e Employment Insurance benefits
T4A (other pensions, annuities, and certain scholarships)
T4AP (CPP benefits)
T4 RSP (RRSP income)
T4 RIF (RRIF income)
T4 A-OAS (old age security)
T3 (Mutual Funds, REITs, ETFs)
T5 (investment income – interest, dividends, certain capital gains)
RC62 (Universal Child Care benefits)
T5007 (Social assistance payments/Worker’s compensation benefits)
T2202A (Tuition/education receipts)
T5031 (partnership income)
T2200 (Condition of employment/allowable employment expenses)
All other information slips

Receipts

RRSP contribution slips
Medical expenses
Support for a child, spouse, or common-law partner
Transit pass receipts
Charitable donations
Office-in-home expenses
Moving expenses (including realtor’s commissions)
Exams for professional certification
Carrying charges and interest expenses
Other interest expenses
Political contributions
Childcare expenses
Adoption expenses
Children’s arts and sports expenses
Tool expenses (tradesperson)
Interest paid on your student loans
Professional or union dues
Attendant Expenses for the disabled person
Other Documentation
Notice of Assessment/Reassessment
CRA Correspondence
Amounts you have paid in tax installments
Rental income and expenses
The sale or deemed sale of stocks, bonds, real estate, etc.
Disability tax credit certificate
Business, farm, or fishing income or expenses
Northern resident’s deduction receipts
Commission employee expenses
Automobile/Travel logbook and expenses (self-employed and commissioned employees)
Volunteer firefighter’s certification
Graduate Retention Certificate
Search and rescue volunteer certificate
Legal expenses to collect alimony, pension, or retirement allowances

Trusted Saskatoon Is Hiring a Trusted Directories Sales & Customer Experience Manager

13. Feb 2023 Trusted Saskatoon Trusted Media

Trusted Directories Sales & Customer Experience Manager

Trusted Saskatoon is HIRING!

If you are driven, honest, organized, reliable and loyal, this may be your perfect role.

If you love helping people, networking, and enjoy building strong client relationships, we should talk!

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious self-starter looking for a career where hard work and results pay off. They must be comfortable learning new technologies and be based in or willing to move to the Saskatoon area.

The role has two parts.

Account Management Of Existing Trusted Saskatoon Partners.

The consultant will manage and serve the existing Trusted Saskatoon Partners.

The partners need to be contacted at least bi-monthly and have in-person meetings once a quarter to discuss goals and review results.

The goal is to retain and engage the partners in receiving as much additional value, leads and return as possible from their investment and commitment to the Trusted Community.

The role includes support from admin staff.

Managing/Prospecting New Business:

Leads/nominations are received regularly and will be sent to the consultant as they are received.

These companies must be contacted within five days, and the result is tracked on our team task software.

The consultant will be responsible for the entire onboarding process with a client, from the initial meeting and presentation, sourcing contact details, and verifying the client's suitability for the Trusted community. Once prospects become partners, the role involves data management, building the listing(s), and all the associated follow-up until the client approves their listing(s) to go live on the website.

Salary and Compensation

The first year is a set salary to learn the role thoroughly. After the first year, the earning potential is tied to revenue and uncapped earnings. The right candidate should expect to earn six figures within 2-3 years.

Additional Expenses Covered Include:

Vehicle expenses - Details provided at the interview stage- a vehicle is required for this role.
Mobile Phone expenses - Details provided at the interview stage
Client Entertainment budget - Details provided at the interview stage
Laptop: Company Mac Book provided
BONUS: Details provided at the interview stage

After three months performance review period.

Group Benefits

After three months - Chambers Plan Group benefits / Critical illness
After one yr - Additional Health Spending Account
After three yr -Additional Wellness Spending Account

The successful candidate will be fully trained.

Please email your resume to Sara@trustedcanada.com along with a cover letter explaining why you believe you would be suitable for this role.

Applications must be received by March 15th, 2023

Who We Are:

The Trusted team is inclusive, diverse and talented. There are currently 10 of us, most of whom work on the marketing agency side of the business - Trusted Marketing Services.

We are a multi-award-winning company with a great culture, and we have been recognized for supporting our clients and our community.

Our team consider ourselves very fortunate as we work with and for over 100 integrity-driven notable Saskatchewan companies and organizations across many industries.

Trusted Saskatoon Realtor Marla Janzen Shares Her Home Maintenance Tips For February

10. Feb 2023 Trusted Saskatoon Saskatoon Real Estate, Trusted Tips

Marla Janzen is an award-winning SASKATOON & WARMAN REALTOR she takes action to sell her client's homes and find them the perfect new place to live while negotiating the best terms and price possible. She loves what she does and takes great pride in providing excellence in customer service to all of her clients.

Marla Janzen is a TRUSTED SASKATOON REAL ESTATE AGENT and she is eager to provide Trusted Saskatoon real estate Tips that help the public! In her latest tip, she shares some helpful information and advice about maintaining your home in February in Saskatchewan!

Trusted Saskatoon Realtor Marla Janzen Shares Expert Advice About Home Maintenance You Should Do In February.

Winter in Saskatchewan can be extremely damaging to your home’s health. Temperature drops and high winds can put a strain on both the interior and exterior. During these bitterly cold days, it’s easy to fantasize about warmer climates.

While you wait for warmer weather, use the next few weeks to complete some household maintenance tasks.

1. Change batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors – Change the batteries in all smoke alarms twice a year or follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for changing the battery. Every two years, take the cover off, clean it with a damp cloth, and carefully vacuum the inside of the alarm. All smoke alarms have an expiration date.

2. Check gutters and roof for ice dams and icicles – Ice dams and icicles form when melting snow re-freezes at the roofline of your home. If left unchecked, ice dams can become large enough to prevent water from draining off the roof, resulting in roof leaks. Keep your gutters clean, your downspouts functional, and your attic well insulated to avoid this potentially costly repair.

3. Have heavy snow cleared off of your roof and ensure snow is removed from around exterior walls – A significant accumulation of snow on your roof can cause a slew of issues and endanger the structural integrity of your home. While our roofs are built to withstand the elements, they require regular maintenance to remain durable winter after winter.

4. Check for drafts around doors and windows – Keeping your home free of drafts will help keep interior temperatures where you want them without taxing your heating system.

5. On warm days keep eaves trough spouts down for proper drainage – Gutters and downspouts are essential parts of a home’s exterior, but if they aren’t installed or maintained properly, they can cause problems. Keep your gutters clean. The most common drainage problem is overflowing gutters. Everything from balls, and dead squirrels to bird nests to sticks, leaves, and debris piling up will then develop a cover over the leader drain, causing the gutter to overflow.

Marla Janzen has a keen eye for house layout and home staging, which really benefits her clients, most of whom are past client referrals! She guarantees to provide you with a stress-free, hassle-free, wonderful experience and we are sure once you have met her that you will not contact anyone else!

Marla Janzen is a TRUSTED SASKATOON REALTOR®

Trusted Saskatoon Jewellers at Batemans Share Secrets of Custom Designed Jewellery

6. Feb 2023 Admin Saskatoon Jewellers, Trusted Tips

Bateman Jewellers are Trusted Saskatoon jewellery experts! Did you know that they are the oldest independent jewellery store in Saskatoon? Bateman Jewellers maintain that the relationship with their clients is very important to them. In their latest Saskatoon jewellery tip, they share secrets of custom designed jewellery.

SECRETS OF CUSTOM JEWELLERY

1. You don’t need to be a jewellery designer to get a custom jewellery piece designed. Clients looking for custom jewellery don’t actually need to know a thing about jewellery design. All that’s needed is a sketch (and the sketch doesn’t have to be perfect) or a photo of the piece desired. This is particularly true with CAD jewellery. For example, if you share your sketch or photo with Batemans, we can turn your vision into a CAD model that can then be printed, cast and finished. You choose the stones, metals and size for your final piece.

2. The customer can be involved every step of the way. With custom design, there is collaboration and communication between the client and the designer throughout the creation process.

3. It’s easier to stay within your budget. Working with a designer gives you the option to choose design elements that are more suitable to your finances; an option not available with mass-produced jewellery.

4. You can have heirloom pieces recreated. One of the best things about customized jewellery and CAD technology is that it makes it possible to recreate a sentimental piece of jewellery – pieces that were lost or damaged over time. CAD makes it possible to bring a cherished piece back to life.

5. Redesign your jewellery. When you order custom, you can also mix new ideas with elements of another piece of jewellery. For example, you might want to use the gemstones from another piece in your customized piece, or you might ask the designer to incorporate some of the design elements of the old piece in the new piece. You can also take existing CAD models and request modifications.

6. Custom 3D-printed jewellery is becoming increasingly popular amongst celebrities and the wealthy. Not long ago, if you’d asked someone about CAD jewellery they would have had no clue as to what you were talking about, but that’s no longer true today; CAD jewellery has gone mainstream. This is largely because 3D-printed jewellery has become so popular among the wealthy, celebrities and Hollywood fashionistas, not to mention famous jewellery designers, all of whom are always looking for an edge and the newest, chicest fashions.

7. Social media is influencing the growing popularity of custom jewellery. The rise of visual social media sites such as Pinterest, Facebook and Instagram has led to a greater awareness of fashion, styles and trends among the general public. New looks and styles are shared with just a click of a button and the images travel across the globe in an instant. Global trends influence each other, fueling a greater desire for uniqueness and originality, which exactly suits custom work. From custom engagement rings to custom body jewellery, people are looking for more diversity and more options. This has naturally led to an increase in the demand for the services provided by CAD professionals.

8 . CAD/CAM has made custom jewellery design not only more accessible, but it has opened up design options not possible before. CAD technology has made it possible to create pieces with greater complexity, originality, and sheer beauty than ever before. And it has simultaneously made the customization process more accessible to everyone.

Bateman Jewellers continues to have a strong reputation in Saskatoon, and this is due to their loyal customers who appreciate the friendly, family-orientated store that they have come to expect! As a team, Cam and Jan are committed to ensuring that Bateman Jewellers remains the same for many generations to come.

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Trusted Founder Sara Wheelwright Steps Up To Participate In 2023 The Sanctum Survivor 36-Hour Challenge

Sara Wheelwright - Participant - 2023 Sanctum Survivor Challenge.

WHAT IS THE SANCTUM GROUP?

Sanctum