Our Biggest Banner Yet - Kenaston Self Storage

Just a quick congratulations to Kenaston Self Storage! We printed their banner for all of Kenaston to see. Its our biggest yet, so we decided to grab a quick picture of some of our team holding it up!

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Slut Walk Winnipeg 2011 - Protest Against Sexual Violence was an Awesome Success!

Now don't be upset about the controversial name of the event! This event is a movement to protect women who have been victims of sexual crimes, women who have been called 'sluts', and to protect and raise awareness for issues such as rape, and forced sexual behavior. The name is quite brilliant as it raises so much awareness because of the title, which is it's biggest marketing tool. The name of the walk came about when a police officer told women they could avoid being attacked by not "dressing like sluts." The word "slut" has a very broad definition and is used in order to pass judgement and shame on women. This judgment further victimizes women who have been (or even may be) sexually assaulted, and those who participated in the walk were making a stand against victim-blaming, or the passing of responsibility from offender to victim. Women have the right to consent, and this walk simply promotes that.

Many of the speakers were raped in their teens, and had no idea they could even be raped by a parent or trusted elder, or that they might be held responsible for the actions of an offender. It was quite an eye opener for us who attended, and we will only encourage movements like this in the future."

We would like to thank Gaz and The Best Defense Program for bringing us in to help with this project. He teaches a women self defense program and can be reached at http://thebestdefenseprogram.wordpress.com.

To say the least, the walk against Sexual Violence was a huge success! The speeches were moving and the crowd was amazing. Over a thousand people showed up to support the great cause. Thank you to everyone who supported the first annual Slut Walk in Winnipeg, it really provided a platform for support of those who have been victims of rape and sexual violence.

Check out some pics below!

 

The Bed Bug Detectives

We are proud to announce the launch of The Beg Bug Detectives new website! The Bed Bug Detectives are your Winnipeg, Manitoba professional canine bed bug detection service. Canine bed bug detection is the most accurate form of inspection available today. University research studies indicate that canine bed bug detection is 97% accurate in comparison to human detection rates of 20-30%. They service both commercial and residential customers.

Slut Walk Winnipeg 2011 - Awesome Co. is the Sponsor!

We are the proud sponsor or the Slut Walk 2011 in Winnipeg. Now I know you may think this is unprofessional, but you will be pleasantly surprised. Read below:

On January 24th, 2011, a representative of the Toronto Police gave shocking insight into the Force’s view of sexual assault by stating: “women should avoid dressing like sluts in order not to be victimized”.

As the city’s major protective service, the Toronto Police have perpetuated the myth and stereotype of ‘the slut’, and in doing so have failed us. With sexual assault already a significantly under-reported crime, survivors have now been given even less of a reason to go to the Police, for fear that they could be blamed. Being assaulted isn’t about what you wear; it’s not even about sex; but using a pejorative term to rationalize inexcusable behaviour creates an environment in which it’s okay to blame the victim.

Historically, the term ‘slut’ has carried a predominantly negative connotation. Aimed at those who are sexually promiscuous, be it for work or pleasure, it has primarily been women who have suffered under the burden of this label. And whether dished out as a serious indictment of one’s character or merely as a flippant insult, the intent behind the word is always to wound, so we’re taking it back. “Slut” is being re-appropriated.

We are tired of being oppressed by slut-shaming; of being judged by our sexuality and feeling unsafe as a result. Being in charge of our sexual lives should not mean that we are opening ourselves to an expectation of violence, regardless if we participate in sex for pleasure or work. No one should equate enjoying sex with attracting sexual assault.

We are a movement demanding that our voices be heard. We are here to call foul on our Police Force and demand change. We want Toronto Police Services to take serious steps to regain our trust. We want to feel that we will be respected and protected should we ever need them, but more importantly be certain that those charged with our safety have a true understanding of what it is to be a survivor of sexual assault — slut or otherwise.

We are tired of speeches filled with lip service and the apologies that accompany them. What we want is meaningful dialogue and we are doing something about it: WE ARE COMING TOGETHER. Not only as women, but as people from all gender expressions and orientations, all walks of life, levels of employment and education, all races, ages, abilities, and backgrounds, from all points of this city and elsewhere.

We are asking you to join us for SlutWalk, to make a unified statement about sexual assault and victims’ rights and to demand respect for all. Whether a fellow slut or simply an ally, you don’t have to wear your sexual proclivities on your sleeve, we just ask that you come. Any gender-identification, any age. Singles, couples, parents, sisters, brothers, children, friends. Come walk or roll or strut or holler or stomp with us. This has become a global movement, with Satellites happening all over the world. See if there’s one in your city.

Join us in our mission to spread the word that those who experience sexual assault are not the ones at fault, without exception.

Where and When: The Winnipeg event will occur on Saturday, October 15th, 2011 beginning at the Burton Cummings Theatre (364 Smith Street) at 2:00 pm. The group will march the 1.5 kms together to the Legislative Building (450 Broadway) at which point we will have speakers on the subject of sexual violence.

Your Business Sucks....A great book!

We circled this book around our office "Your Business Sucks", and it was a hit! It pointed out a lot of inefficiencies and areas we can improve on in terms of customer service and product enhancement. The basics of the book was that we want to make our good customers feel 'thrilled' all the time. We have to do this through amazing customer service, exceptional products and keep our game 'on' attitude. This is definitely a recommended read for any business, whether new or old. It attacks your business whether your are in the initial stages or if you have been around forever. We have realized it is time to declare war on ourselves and destroy anything that is less than great to our customers! We simply aim to thrill every one of our customers.

Custom Branded Christmas & Holiday Card Printing - Order Now!

Don't leave these up to last minute like you did last year! We do customized holiday cards for your company to to send out!

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