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Studies show that to reduce bullying at school, a clear policy on bullying should be established, and the consequences of this abhorrent behaviour enforced. In Canada, the National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention aims to help combat crime and victimization through bullying. Through various early intervention programs, the organization teaches young people to stand up to antisocial behaviour in order to create healthy environments for themselves.We should all advocate for this kind of policy so that bullying is never given the chance to take root. Bullying among young people is a serious concern; parents, schools, and the law are taking it more seriously than ever before. But even though we all condemn this kind of violence, it can be useful to try and understand where exactly it comes from. SAVE $260 $748 6PC QUEEN BEDROOM #906769 INCLUDES HEADBOARD, FOOTBOARD, RAILS, DRESSER, MIRROR, NIGHTSTAND (1). CHEST AVAILABLE HURRY IN! SALE STARTS TODAY AT 9AM! 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Inspired by the natural world around her, Assenheim's jewelry features branches and twigs cast into silver, found on her daily hikes on the Bruce trail along the Niagara Escarpment. Many of you probably saw Assenheim hiking around on her morning walks, gathering inspiration and found objects to be transformed into her wearable art pieces. Today, Assenheim and her family have em- barked on a Georgian Bay adventure. Moving north along the escarpment, Opal Wing Cre- ations has set up The Woodland Studio. Nestled amongst the trees and rocks of one of the most astounding geographic and bio-diverse regions in the world. Assenheim and her family now live just out- side of Meaford, Ont., where she will continue her journey with Opal Wing Creations, Spirited Jewelry, inspired by nature and created with love. "It has been totally exciting and terrifying all at the same time. Leaving the Mill was probably one of the hardest de- cisions that I have ever had to make" But sometimes the river of life continues onward, and Naomi has never been one to sit back and watch it pass by her. In order to commemorate her departure at the Williams Mill, Assenheim will be holding one more open house and gratitude sale, to celebrate, reminisce and give thanks for all the years of love, support, connections and joy that she has felt being part of such a strong artistic community. The Open House celebration will take place the weekend of Sept. 25-27, noon to 5 p.m. As- senheim's work will still be available in the Main Gallery of the Williams Mill, where she will be happy to continue to stay connected and feature her new work. Opal Wing Creations to say farewell with weekend open house NAOMI ASSENHEIM