ASTRO GUIDE 2017:

Georgia Nicols with all your stars for the year ahead

PAGES B11-25

Canada was born on July 1, 1867, shortly after noon. You might not know this but just like people, countries also have charts. According to astrology, Canada is Sun in Cancer with Libra Rising. The rising sign depends on the time of day of birth; and Libra Rising means one is loathe to rock the boat. Libra Rising is Teflon — always accommodating and polite. Polite! Sound familiar? Yes, our “nice guy” image in the world is legit. Meanwhile, in another part of the forest, once every 12 years, Jupiter, the planet of good fortune visits Libra for a whole year. And ta da! That year has arrived! This means that 2017 will be the year that Canada will be seen as desirable and affluent by everyone in the world. (Many reasons leap to mind.) Life will be easier for Canada this year because Jupiter represents abundance, joy, good fortune and leisure. In October, Jupiter will move into Canada’s “money house” indicating a year of increased wealth throughout 2018. Canada’s chart also shows that at some point during 2015-2018, there will be a “change of residence.” Well, it is curious that the Trudeau family has never moved into the Prime Minister’s residence at 22 Sussex Drive due to renovations. They are living across the street at Rideau Cottage. The chart of Canada also shows that for the first time in its existence, power struggles about real estate have been creating upheavals since 2012. This radical influence will continue until 2032. Yes, we are in a changing world. Nevertheless, we are lucky Canadians this year. We can be happy for our good fortune and joy; and happy to know that our country will be even richer next year!