Category Archives: Holidays

Why Hard Copy Records are Good for Your Business

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In our digital lives, we’ve forgotten the value of hard Copies. But who among us hasn’t experienced a computer crash, hard drive mishap or lost email?

All of these things make your digital records vulnerable and highlight the importance of the paper copy. Concerned? Read on.

Hardcopy Presentation Handouts

Protect contracts.

These days, it’s common for employees, clients and distributors to sign electronic contracts. If you aren’t backing these up with hard copies, you could be on a road toward a setback. If your email is compromised — through hacking or crashing or an accidental ‘delete’ — you could find yourself in a real pickle. Imagine renegotiating all of the contracts with your employees or suppliers? Yeah, it’s not a pretty thought. Print hard copies and store them securely.

Maintain privacy.

Private information — like social insurance numbers or client details — is ripe fruit for hackers. Keep the information you hold dear safe, by keeping it on paper.

Prevent a catastrophic crash.

We’ve all experienced the 9th inning computer crash. It’s that moment when the presentation is set to begin, and you plug in your computer… and nothing shows up. If you don’t have your presentation in hard copy, you’re in trouble. Repeat after us: print, print and print again.

Sites to See by Taking the Train Across Canada

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There is just one way to see all of this great country in a single trip: take the train. Slow and magical, a train journey across Canada is the best way to celebrate our country’s sesquicentennial — yes, that’s a word.

The best part? We’re going to help you do it. Keep reading to see the beautiful highlights of a VIA Rail trip across Canada — and how you could win one.

The Fraser River

 

Wind your way along the stunning banks of the Fraser River. British Columbia’s longest river has been providing salmon and clean water to local inhabitants for thousands of years. Oh, and it’s gorgeous, too.

The Rockies

The Canadian Rockies are a must-see, once-in-a-lifetime experience. And there is no experience more romantic than seeing them by train.

The Prairies

If you’re doing the cross-Canada, your midway point will be marked by golden, endless fields. Canada is full of unique landscapes, and the Prairies are among the most notable. Lose track of time and relax into the serenity of their golden glow.

The True North

So few of us ever see Canada’s true north. Travel the 1160 kilometres from Jasper to Prince Rupert for a small glimpse of the north’s beautiful forests and rugged landscape.

Jasper

Framed by mountains and stunningly gorgeous, Jasper will take your breath away. Get off the train for a stroll around town or sit still, and watch as the train winds along rivers and lakes.

Packing your bags yet? Don’t forget to enter — and your trip could be free! Just purchase any Swingline® or Quartet® product before July 1, 2017 and enter for a chance to win a $1500 VIA Rail travel voucher.

Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

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Ah, the holiday potluck and the dreaded question: what will you make? Stop guessing over food allergies, how many people are already making brownies or where you’ll find the recipe for the dish you made last year. We’ve got five crowd-pleasing recipes, one of which is sure to fit your office’s palate.

Please-everyone Corn Bread

Corn Bread - Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

You can never go wrong with cornbread. And this dairy-free, gluten-free option is safe for everyone. The best part? You can serve it chilled. So bake it the night before, wrap it up and it’s good to go. Get the recipe here.

Stand-out Salad

Stand-out-Salad: Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

Made of wheat berry, cranberry and kale, this hearty winter salad will please even your most green-averse colleague. It’s sweet, crunchy and colourful. And so easy to take-along. Get the recipe here.

Easy, Cheesy Bake

Cheesy Bake: Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

The ultimate comfort food, crispy on top and gooey with cheese. Sausage rounds out this classic Italian ‘potato cake’. You’ll want to reheat before serving, but it’s travel-friendly and easy to make in advance. Get the recipe here.

Indestructible Crumble

Apple Crumble: Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

Hearty and easy to take-away, go with a crumble. A pie will crack, but a crumble will look great even after a lengthy commute. We love this apple option, suitable for vegans, gluten-free and sugar-free folk. The yummy coconut cream topping is optional. Get the recipe here.

Festive Dessert

Festive Dessert: Holiday Office Potluck Ideas

Put a twist on the classic holiday sugar cookie in the form of peppermint, chocolate and — you guessed it — take-away ease. Peppermint chocolate sugar cookie bars are just unexpected enough, while appealing to cookie traditionalists. And taking a hammer to a handful of candy canes for this topping is the ultimate holiday shopping therapy. Get the recipe here.