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If you're ever tempted to think medicine is practised the same everywhere in British Columbia, think again. Small rural communities present specific challenges to healthcare delivery due to their size and location, no more so than in the North where we also have long, snowy winters to contend with. That's not to say that rural care can't be high quality care. Providing valuable insights into rural family practice is today's guest Dr. Ray Markham. This interview was so good we split it into two separate episodes. In this first part, Ray talks about his rural, generalist practice in Valemount, how to promote good teamwork and the unsung benefits of working in rural medicine. Links: Partnership Pentagram RCCbc
Quick action and brief evacuation Saturday night.
Owners pinning hopes on Highway 16 reopening.
One of Canada's crown jewels sustained devastating damage on July 24, as wildfire tore though the beloved mountain town of Jasper. In this episode, with firefighters still battling the blaze, we speak with evacuees, an extreme weather expert, a veteran fire chief, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. 2:37 | Jasper town councillor Wendy Hall joins us from a cabin near Valemount just hours after losing her home in the fire. 12:30 | Extreme weather expert and former wildland firefighter Kyle Brittain explains how the Jasper wildfire spread so quickly, ultimately generating its own lightning storm. CHECK OUT KYLE'S WORK: 25:00 | Jamie Coutts was Slave Lake's fire chief when the town was levelled by wildfire in 2011. He gets real about why these fires happen, and who's responsible. 37:45 | Tyler Riopel, CEO of Tourism Jasper, has a message for his fellow Jasper residents and business owners. FOLLOW TOURISM JASPER ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tourismjasper 43:37 | Real Talker Cyrus has us a bit misty-eyed with his Ode to Jasper. EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com 48:20 | Premier Danielle Smith got emotional during a media availability about the Jasper wildfire. We take a look. 50:30 | Premier Smith joins Ryan from the road en route to Hinton, about 45 minutes east of Jasper. 1:03:10 | Ryan and Johnny debrief, and touch on public criticism around Premier Smith's emotional news conference. 1:07:20 | Jasper's a very special place for the Jespersen family. Ryan shares a few of his most memorable moments. 1:13:30 | We drop into our YouTube live chat to see what Real Talkers are saying about Jasper. 1:26:00 | Why did the Jasper wildfire spread so quickly? Who's responsible? What role may the mountain pine beetle play in all this? We look at some of the questions people are asking. 1:28:30 | Martin says it's time to politicize wildfires, while Brad says that's "incredibly poor tastes". Two different takes responding to the Jasper wildfire in this week's edition of (sorry) The Flamethrower presented by our good friends at the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! Do you know a post-secondary student in Canada who's lost a parent to cancer? They could qualify to receive financial assistance from the Real Talk Julie Rohr Scholarship. Application deadline is August 1. APPLY FOR THE REAL TALK JULIE ROHR SCHOLARSHIP: https://ryanjespersen.com/scholarship FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: / ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
Mayor Owen Torgerson says many people slept in their vehicles
Mayor says community stepped up to provide help and information.
Welcome to the Cross Border Interviews, Today's guest is Valemount Mayor Owen Torgerson Cross Border Interviews is Part of the Cross Border Network. ©2024
Spoilers, we were on an epic road trip that Theresa had no idea about the final destination. There are amazing stops in Jasper National Park, Valemount, Hope, Chilliwack, Bridal Vail Falls, British Columbia with our final destination being Oak Harbour and Port Townsend, Washington. This is a 4 part series you wont want to miss. The shenanigans start early and only get more intense and scary as the series progresses. Stay tuned for this very special 4 part series on one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
With TransMountain work complete, Valemount residents are facing a new round of changes.
The Commissioners cup was handed out to the Danbury Hat Tricks but not without a controversy. Elmira and Delaware are homeless for the 23-24 season. Dave Wheeler joins to talk Motor City stories, City of Winnipeg being under rated, NHL playoffs, Sergei Bobrovsky, Jake Oettinger, Mixed Martial arts and Royal Blood. New episodes every Sunday at 11am eastern! :)Buy SHEATH and get 20% off the best underwear on the planet with code "BIZKIT69" at https://www.sheathunderwear.comINSTA ► https://instagram.com/slanginthebizkit?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=PATREON ► https://www.patreon.com/slanginthebizkitLISTEN ON THE GO ► https://linktr.ee/SlanginTheBizkitTimestamps00:00 We're going early and often01:37 Tim Horton's Coffee. Is it really fresh?03:50 NHL is leaving Arizona04:50 Elmira Mammoth and Delaware Thunder LEAVE the FPHL09:50 Carolina Thunderbirds robbed of the commissioner's cup?13:20 Sheath Underwear use code "BIZKIT69" for 20% off14:58 Let's talk about Binghamton15:50 Handicap hookup on VIA Rail till July for Trav16:45 Bus breaks down in Motor City20:40 Winnipeg is in 1900's would have been amazing21:40 Winnipeg has the best sunrises and sunsets on earth23:01 Calgary and Alberta wildfires23:37 Edmonton Oilers have THE WORST goaltending in the league27:05 Sergei Bobrovsky lost 20lbs after overtime28:12 Jake Oettinger is carrying the Stars!29:08 Is the head coach the Captain of the ship?32:33 Too many gambling ads in the NHL35:10 Vale Coffee in Valemount is incredible37:09 Manscaped use code "BIZKIT" for 20% off and free shipping38:50 Most passionate golfer in the world40:12 Trav is doing Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu this summer43:10 Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz44:40 @royalblooduk is a 2 piece band you HAVE to here!
Just Wheels and Tincanblues riffing today. Redacted is redacted and Mr. Glass smashed another rib or something. So today the guys just talk a little Marvel vs DC, and Tincan thinks Eric's idea to revitalize the DCEU is brilliant. Then we get into a bit of fantasy hockey, and how Tincan is absolutely dominating everyone else. Tincan regales us with tales from the road driving to Valemount for work. Plus Tincan has some questions about politics for Glorious Leader. All this and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wheelsbluespodcast/message
Dan McLaren was raised on Vancouver Island. He moved to Prince George in 1987. In 1995, after a successful career in commercial banking, Dan founded Commonwealth Financial. Dan has served on many corporate and philanthropic boards, including: BC Rail, Junior Achievement of BC, the BC Chamber of Commerce and is a Past President the BC & Yukon Junior Chamber of Commerce. He is the Founding President of the Rocky Mountain Rangers Regimental Association (PG Branch). He is also the Founding Chairman of the Commonwealth Cup, Northern BC's largest charity golf tournament. Dan has been awarded a Senatorship and Life Membership in Junior Chamber International. He is twice runner-up as Prince George's Business Person of the Year. He has been recognized by the insurance industry as a member of the Million Dollar Round Table and the Conference for Advanced Life Underwriters. In 2008, in recognition of his community service, he was knighted by the Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller. In 2022, Dan was awarded the Queen's Jubilee Medallion. In 1986, Dan became a commissioned officer in the Canadian Armed Forces. Dan and his wife Roberta enjoy travelling and spending time at the lake. Roberta McLaren is a native to Prince George who has reaped the benefits of living in the North and has developed a strong passion for Northern Communities However, she feels it's the people that are so exceptional! From Haida Gwaii to Valemount, Fort Nelson to Williams Lake, Roberta has special memories from the tens of thousands of people and First Nations who she has had the pleasure to meet, support and work with. As a high-profile business leader, influencer, advocate, and ambassador, Roberta guides organizations to achieve growth, visibility, performance, and social impact. Roberta has a genuine passion for delivering a lasting impact on the region. She excels at forging strategic partnerships and building consensus amongst stakeholders. A strong business development professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused in Executive Management, Sustainability and Coaching. Roberta loves animals, outdoors, music and new adventures with her husband Dan. Learn more about Commonwealth Financial at https://www.mycommonwealth.ca/
Ep 429 - Sounding the Ambulance Alarm Guest: Troy Clifford By Stuart McNish Imagine that a loved one in your family has fallen and hurt themselves. They can't move. You call 9-1-1 and ask for an ambulance to be sent to your home – at least, that's what you thought was the best way to care for your cherished family member. “Now, you can't help but wonder if an ambulance will arrive,” says Troy Clifford, the Provincial President of the Ambulance Paramedics and Dispatchers of British Columbia union. From the streets of Vancouver to Valemount and everywhere in between, calling for an ambulance and having one arrive in a timely and life saving manner is becoming iffy. Clifford says, “It's the service that is on life support and we're sounding the alarm.” Simply put, paramedics are in the business of helping people when they are having one of the worst days of their lives. Clifford says, “It's the system that is failing at the bureaucratic and operational levels; it's not because our members can't treat patients.” The union says over 30% of staff are either off work getting treatment for PTSD or still working while traumatized and seeking treatment. The union is asking for public support, by asking you to go to SoundingTheAlarm.ca. We invited Troy Clifford of the BC Ambulance Paramedics and Dispatchers Union to join us for a Conversation That Matter about one of our most precious public safety and healthcare services.
Welcome to Caching in the NorthWest! This is THE podcast from the birthplace of geocaching, right here in the great Pacific NorthWest. It's Thursday at 9PM Pacific and we are going to talk about geocaches and geocachers from here and around the globe. So while your windshield wipers can't go fast enough to see out the windshield, we'll be Caching in the NorthWest. We want you to ask your hosts interesting questions. We are calling this, At LAST!, or Listeners Asked Some Things. Send an email to feedback@CachingNW.com, call into 253-693-TFTC. Call us with your feedback at (253) 693-TFTC Or visit the website at https://CachingNW.com
How do you create adventure? We continue to explore this question with snowmobile guide, avalanche educator, entrepreneur, and adventure innovator Curtis Pawliuk. In part 2, Curtis talks about creating North America's first snowmobile assisted ski area, Crystal Ridge. He also touches on how he started his snowmobile instructional services company Frozen Pirate as well as his involvement in creating a snowmobile guide association. Curtis is based in Valemount, British Columbia.Key TakeawaysBe Collaborative: Being willing to work with all groups and being respectful of all stakeholders is a far more sustainable approach than going it alone.Be Creative: Every adventure experience has evolved into what it is now, over time. Creating adventure can require us to think outside the box and to try new things and ways of doing them.Be Structured: This involves creating a plan, and therefore you will need a process to develop that plan. Using the snowmobile guiding association as an example they have a plan, and are enacting that plan in an organized wayPresentation Skills: Creating anything requires that you be good at influencing people in a positive way. Guest Links & ResourcesValemount Mountain Biking: https://ridevalemount.com/mountain-biking/VARDA: https://ridevalemount.com/Frozen Pirate: https://linktr.ee/frozenpirateInstagram: @frozenpirateChris's Book: Power to Influence: how to get the best out of yourself and others – available at Amazon HereFollow or SubscribeDon't forget to follow and share the show!Share & Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/deliveringadventure
In this episode, Curtis Pawliuk joins Chris and Jordy to talk about how he has helped to create adventure through the development of a mountain bike park in Valemount, BC. Curtis Pawliuk is the Executive Director of the Valemount and Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA). Curtis shares some of the challenges and successes that VARDA has had developing the Valemount trail system. He also touches on its impacts on the local economy and what other communities could learn.Key TakeawaysThink big: It's okay to dream, in fact we need to. This helps us to keep ourselves and others motivated to keep going.Creating adventure facilities takes resources: It takes time, money, support, and energy. Curtis mentioned the STP Committees– the same ten people that are always working on driving an organization forward. You need to find the people who can spend time to build whatever you are creating.Build what people want: If you want to be successful at creating adventure, you have to build experiences that people want. This can be different than the experiences that you might want to deliver.Guest Links & ResourcesValemount Mountain Biking: https://ridevalemount.com/mountain-biking/VARDA: https://ridevalemount.com/Frozen Pirate: https://linktr.ee/frozenpirateInstagram: @frozenpirateFollow or SubscribeDon't forget to follow and share the show!Share & Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/deliveringadventure
A new accessible bus is allowing people with mobility challenges to get out this winter
As temperatures plummet, BC Housing talks about winter shelter capacity. A new accessible bus service is coming to Valemount. And a new counsellor hopes to make navigating the legal system easier in the Peace.
The municipal elections have been on the books for over a month, but Valemount has just formed a full compliment of council members. And as we enter National Addictions Awareness Week, we get a look at an innovative Prince Rupert program helping men on their recovery journey
There's not much room in the village, but plenty of room at the council table.
Valemount council vacancies, a slide along a Skeena tributary, and the province's ongoing healthcare crisis.
We speak to the mayor of Valemount about the possibility of reduced operations at the local community clinic and get a preview of the Vanderhoof International Airshow which takes off on Saturday.
Staffing issues could mean unpredictable hours and service at the local health centre
As ER closures continue, a Valemount doctor is working to bring new practices to the province
Amber Peters is a wildlife biologist in British Columbia's Kootenay region (where I've recently relocated).She is campaigning for the protection of the most ancient remaining forests of BC's rare inland temperate rainforest ecosystem. Driven by the vision of a biodiverse and healthy planet for future generations, she is carrying the torch lit by the Valhalla Wilderness Society, a grassroots group of conservation heroes with a long history of protecting wilderness in BC. We talk about:What it takes to listen to (and take action) on the guidance you're givenFollowing the call to move to the Kootenay region in BC (which we've both experienced in the past few years!)The power of surrender & letting go - and ultimately receiving exactly what you were striving forOur take on what feminine and masculine energy means to usWhy protecting BC's biodiversity is important on a spiritual as well as environmental levelWhat we can do about a new challenge facing the West Kootenay region; a proposed new mega resort in a prime wildlife corridor that is home to a rare white grizzly bear*Correction: at approx 29 minutes Amber mentions the inland temperate rainforest runs from Valemount to Idaho. For those of you familiar with BC, she wishes to clarify that that the rainforest in fact runs from Prince George to Idaho.To learn more about Amber's work, go to vws.org/actionConnect with Chelsey: Follow me on Instagram: @chelseybenzel Come say hi on Facebook: facebook.com/chelseybenzel Learn more about working with me at chelseybenzel.com If you've been enjoying the podcast, you can "buy me a coffee" to show your support. Click here to learn more! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chelseybenzel)
A supposed bigfoot sighting, one of the deadliest train crashes in Canadian history that changed Canadian history, and Mount Robson rising above the landscape, Valemount has a fascinating history to explore. Support: www.patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: www.canadaehx.com E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @Bairdo37 YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx
Finding a place to call home is becoming more difficult in the community of Valemount. Housing advocates join the show to discuss solutions.
Stricter Covid-19 rules are on the way for Northern Health; How strong are the arguments against vaccine passports; It's getting harder to find a place to live in Valemount; The Green Party's Skeena-Bulkley Valley candidate joins the show: Full episode for Friday, Sep 03
On today's show: New tunnel set to replace aging Massey tunnel Afghan refugees pleading for Canada to protect their families Delta mayor reacts to Massey tunnel replacement BC Liberal MLA reacts to Massey tunnel replacement Big changes coming to Valemount, BC! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Electric delivery vans; Women in Afghanistan fearful as Taliban takes over; Residential schools beyond Kamloops; The Village of Valemount has instituted a policy that will allow people to live in RVs or portable buildings for up to four years; The Nuxalk Nation issued an eviction notice to a mining corporation they say is operating illegally in their territory; What Canadians want to hear from politicians on climate policy; Rising COVID-19 numbers in B.C.; From Canada's pandemic recovery to debating vaccine mandates, federal party leaders are laying out their priorities in early days of the campaign; John Horgan on vacation as wildfires worsen; Prince Rupert sea cadets meeting in person once again.
In order to alleviate the housing crisis, the village of Valemount has approved RVs as homes for up to four years.
Work from home technology; Dr. Raj Bhardwaj on the Delta variant; Terrace Walmart eliminates cashiers; Nursing shortage in Tumbler Ridge; Valemount unveils new toilet; Women in hospitality; Muslim community in Prince George holds vigil for London victims; Prince George mayor Lyn Hall responds to calls for homeless camps.
Chantelle and Warren Grafton are two inspiring Prince George residents with a shared passion for many great things in life, including karate, mountain biking, beer and their careers. In June 2019, Chantelle had a mountain bike crash in Valemount that resulted in a broken neck at the highest level, c1–c3, or a hangman's fracture as it's sometimes referred to. Chantelle was medevaced to Edmonton where she spent the next 43 days. Chantelle then spent one month in Vancouver's General Hospital, she was able to gain her voice back. She then spent a little over three months in the GF Strong Rehab Facility, where Chantelle spent time with many people in similar situations. Chantelle and Warren have very fantastic and ambitious goals set for the future, many of which involve the sport of karate. These two human beings are the epitome of strength, perseverance and inspiration. It was an honour to have them on the podcast.
Trans Mountain hopes to build a 130-seat licensed lounge for workers near Valemount, with the support of the local regional district. No members of the public have voiced concern, which has one director worried about the effectiveness of getting public feedback during a pandemic.
Eli Glasner reviews cooking shows; UNBC convocation cancelled; Mayoral panel on tourism in Kitimat and Valemount; Journaling; Prince George doctor asks residents to take COVID-19 seriously; River forecast centre on flood season; On the ledge panel.
Special thanks to Klaas Broersma for preaching and to Marion Hannaford for leading the worship service. Pastor Steve is in Valemount on a course with the Rocky Mountain Rangers.
I was very fortunate to travel to a region of the province I've always wanted to visit. I hit the road and headed north to Valemount, British Columbia. In this small town in the interior, they have an award-winning Brewery and a pretty awesome beer festival as well. I sat down with the general manager of Three Ranges Brewing, Michael Lewis to talk about his brewery and the Valemount Craft Beer Experience. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Three Ranges Brewing https://www.threeranges.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron Johnson Recorded on location at Three Ranges Brewing - Valemount, BC Editing & mixing by: Aaron Johnson Theme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat) Support the show.
This show was pre-recorded in Valemount, en route to the Edmonton Folk Festival
Today we meet a farm family in Valemount who would have 890,000 barrels of oil pumped through their backyard every day.
The Parliamentary Republic of Valemount. A mountaintop kingdom besieged by corrupted spirits, monstrous Fae, and many different kinds of dragons. A dark world where industrialization is stratifying society at an alarming rate, and where a progressive empire founded on its mastery of the skies is slowly killing its own spirit while demonizing the very people trying to save it. Beaumond Dietrich and Jacobi von Strauss, freelance monster hunters chased by demons of their own, both literal and emotional will take up the weapons of monster hunters. A whole new setting created on the spot by our players, from the tech level, the customs, and right down to the monsters. Discover Valemount and try to solve The Lillenburg Murders! Make sure you Interact with the show via: Email: Feedback@terriblewarriors.com Terrible Warriors: Derek Burrow, Will Mitchell, Wes Gunn
The Parliamentary Republic of Valemount. A mountaintop kingdom besieged by corrupted spirits, monstrous Fae, and many different kinds of dragons. A dark world where industrialization is stratifying society at an alarming rate, and where a progressive empire founded on its mastery of the skies is slowly killing its own spirit while demonizing the very people trying to save it. Beaumond Dietrich and Jacobi von Strauss, freelance monster hunters chased by demons of their own, both literal and emotional will take up the weapons of monster hunters. A whole new setting created on the spot by our players, from the tech level, the customs, and right down to the monsters. Discover Valemount and try to solve The Lillenburg Murders! Make sure you Interact with the show via: Email: Feedback@terriblewarriors.com Terrible Warriors: Derek Burrow, Will Mitchell, Wes Gunn
The Parliamentary Republic of Valemount. A mountaintop kingdom besieged by corrupted spirits, monstrous Fae, and many different kinds of dragons. A dark world where industrialization is stratifying society at an alarming rate, and where a progressive empire founded on its mastery of the skies is slowly killing its own spirit while demonizing the very people trying to save it. Beaumond Dietrich and Jacobi von Strauss, freelance monster hunters chased by demons of their own, both literal and emotional will take up the weapons of monster hunters. A whole new setting created on the spot by our players, from the tech level, the customs, and right down to the monsters. Discover Valemount and try to solve The Lillenburg Murders! Make sure you Interact with the show via: Email: Feedback@terriblewarriors.com Terrible Warriors: Derek Burrow, Will Mitchell, Wes Gunn
Sittin Down with Mike Lewis Part 3 of 4 Summary: Still chillin with Mike in Valemount so he sells us on the first ever Valemount Craft Beer Experience. Next he tells us about the adventure of his second daughter coming into this world. Then we move onto geothermal energy and how a brewery can tap into that energy and we close it up with the problems a small brew pub might face. Also, what podcasts does Mike like?
The Parliamentary Republic of Valemount. A mountaintop kingdom besieged by corrupted spirits, monstrous Fae, and many different kinds of dragons. A dark world where industrialization is stratifying society at an alarming rate, and where a progressive empire founded on its mastery of the skies is slowly killing its own spirit while demonizing the very people trying to save it. Beaumond Dietrich and Jacobi von Strauss, freelance monster hunters chased by demons of their own, both literal and emotional will take up the weapons of monster hunters. A whole new setting created on the spot by our players, from the tech level, the customs, and right down to the monsters. Discover Valemount and try to solve The Lillenburg Murders! Make sure you Interact with the show via: Email: Feedback@terriblewarriors.com Terrible Warriors: Derek Burrow, Will Mitchell, Wes Gunn
Sittin Down with Mike Lewis Part 2 of 4 Summary: After cracking open a couple of collaboration beers between Jasper Brewing and Three Ranges we give the back story of our friendship and the annual brew event for this beer series. Mike tells us about the village of Valemount, how you sell people on craft beer and which of his own beers hold a special place in his heart. One beer hits a little closer to home and he touches on difficulties that veterans may face. Enjoy everybody!
Sittin Down with Mike Lewis Part 1 of 4 Summary: Welcome to "The Awkard Throat Clear"! Chalupa is hosting his first podcastat his brothers acreage. His guest is Head Brewer and Owner of Three Ranges Brewing Co. of Valemount, BC. We get to know Michael, how he got into beer, homebrewing contests and how border security almost ruined his first date with his now wife. Enjoy!
The bums are back for the last podcast of the summer! Our favorite time of year is just around the corner and now we're just checking in you to make sure you've got all your pre-season shopping done? What, it's not? You've got a week and the bums are here to help you get on track.
Torn Between Spending Time With Your Family And Growing Your Business? Debra Parker Shares Her Advice On How To Achieve Both Debra Parker has been a mortgage broker for 10 years with Canadian Mortgage Experts. She started in the consumer finance industry but didn't like how she had to interact with clients. Along with her husband they moved to the small town of Valemount and established herself as a mortgage broker and became one of the top 20 brokers in her area. Stats 10 years in the industry Cranbrook, BC Canadian Mortgage Experts (DLC) 's Quotes Don’t be afraid to fail If you're willing to do the work I'll help you through the process Good Stuff Make use of the basic scheduling features on your computer. They can be a great simple way to get reminders Get involved with the community by joining a club. Doing this will help people relate to you Always plan personal time. Be greedy with weekends Touch base with clients even when you're not working with them at that moment If I could go back in time I would find experienced brokers and build relationships with them early More About Website: debraparker.ca Email: debra@cmexp.com Show References Be the Better Broker - Dustan Woodhouse Host Scott Peckford More Shows See more notes and other episodes at the I Love Mortgage Brokering website.