I’ve been to Marineland once, and also to Seaworld in Orlando on one occasion as a child. I won’t be going back. And frankly, I wish I’d never gone in the first place. By now you’ve likely heard about the allegations of poor conditions and sick animals at the Niagara
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Canadian Soapbox: The 8-8 fire at the Freedom Tower that wasn’t. A failed conspiracy?
When I first saw reports of a fire on the 88th floor of New York’s new Freedom Tower, built to replace the twin towers…well let’s just say it caught my attention. On the 8th day of the 8th month on the 88th floor a fire was reported just before 8
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: University of California Prof and author calls Sikh temple bombing ‘Christian Terrorism’…and I agree
A funny thing happens when people get old, many lose their sense of fairness. Something you hear from children almost every day is: “That’s not fair”, and oftentimes they’re one hundred per cent right. Of course they’re just kids, and as we grow older many of us come to accept
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: EI changes nudge Canada further to the right
For the majority of Canadians, those who identify themselves as centre-left on the political spectrum, the announced changes to EI show further evidence of Canada evolving into a more and more Conservative nation. Hrmmm, maybe I shouldn’t capitalize in this case, we’re actually becoming more ‘small c’ conservative in my
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: What are the changes to EI? Harper government says ‘trust us’
I’ve been reading about proposed changes to EI legislation, with speculation rampant that benefits will become harder to qualify for, particularly for those who repeatedly access the program. Okay, fair enough. I don’t consider myself an extremist on any issue, and that includes social programs like EI. I’m certain that
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: A nickle for your thoughts? No more pennies allowed
Finally!!! No more useless pennies. No doubt there will be much hand wringing and finger pointing about today’s federal budget. There always is, especially during times of constraint. Everyone’s laundry list of things to cut is different, while some don’t care whether the budget is balanced at all. For the
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Enough with the attack ads already, we get it….
Okay, okay…Canadians from coast to coast to coast should finally understand by now. There is one, and only one person who is fit to serve as this nation’s Prime Minister. That person is Stephen Harper, message received. Stephane Dion wasn’t worth the risk, Michael Ignatieff was only in it for
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Dépanneur owner whose store was vandalized should learn to speak French
The owner of a Verdun depanneur had his store vanadalized after a series of events resulting from his inability or unwillingness to speak French. CTV is reporting (HERE) that Anthony Williams, owner of a convenience store east of Montreal, has seen a drop in his business after a confrontation with a
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Robocall scam provided employment…in Canada!!!
Canadians upset over the RoboCall scandal need to look at this another way. With our sputtering economy and record high levels of debt, a strategy like this provides jobs. Sure, call centre jobs aren’t the highest paying or most secure….but at least the CPC didn’t hire a company that make calls out of
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Canadians don’t care about the ‘Robocall’ scam….
When is a scandal not a scandal? When nobody gives a rip. Sorry for the trailer park answer to that question, but I’m thinking some conservatives might read this…and well, I like to pander. If I tossed in a word like dichotomy their eyes would glaze over and their heads would tilt
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: CMA editorial advocates restricting reproductive choices
For those who missed it, ( I did) an editorial in the CMA Journal by that publication’s editor in chief has caused quite a stir lately, as one might well expect. Any suggestion which advocates limiting or restricting choice on reproductive matters…well its just asking for trouble. Dr. Kale, the author
Continue readingCampaign Launch in Citizen
We launched our regional campaign at the Rainbow Bistro, Saturday September 3rd. There was a great turn-out, it a fun night, and we raised so money heading in to the campaign. Big success all around.
In Ottawa-Vanier, Bagler said he has hea…
On CFRA’s Lunch Bunch
I was on CFRA's Lunch Bunch on September 5th. I was on CFRA's Lunch Bunch on September 5th. We covered a wide range of topics. One thing the host kept bringing up was the idea that this election is between two titans (the Liberals and Conservat…
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: 10 years after 9/11 questions still abound
We’re less than a week away from the 10th year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, 10 years since the biggest conspiracy ever.
Don’t bristle at the use of the word “conspiracy”. That 9/11 was a conspiracy is not in doubt. Th…
Canadian Soapbox: IQT client Bell Canada should step up and help affected workers
Hundreds of Canadian workers should not be left in the lurch by the sudden closing of call centres in Trois-Rivières, Laval, and Oshawa.
According to an on-line news article in the The Tennessean:
“The affected call center employees performed …
Canadian Soapbox: No hidden meaning or lessons in Vancouver riots – Its just plain sad
I was in downtown Toronto when the Blue Jays won their first World Series in 1992, it was fun. If there were isolated incidents of vandalism or violence I didn’t see any, either live or reported. People just running up and down Yonge Street high …
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Time for the post Rapture headcount….
May 21 came and went with no earthquakes or other disasters to speak of, unless you think this blog qualifies. The Rapture was supposed to happen on Saturday, and near as I can tell we’re all still here. For those unfamiliar with what the Raptur…
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Sure hope God doesn’t mess up my camping plans..
By now everyone knows that the world is supposed to be ending today, bummer. Its on billboards, in the paper and all over the news. I just checked and someone won $35 million last night on LottoMax. Boy wouldn’t that be a kick in the groin, beco…
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: Are emboldended right wingers pushing the agenda? Fraser Institute chimes in on immigration
Maybe its coincidence, or perhaps its just me…but it seems like Conservative minded Canadians have felt their cajones swell with Stephen Harper’s electoral triumph. Yes, sixty per cent of Canadians voted for the so called ‘reckless coalition’, but…
Continue readingCanadian Soapbox: An idea for sticking it to the oil companies – No boycotts, just put up your hand
Canadians are getting hosed at the pumps again, just as summer has arrived and we all start thinking about jumping in our cars for a trip to the cottage, trailer or a simple vacation. Raising prices 10 cents per litre at the pumps means we’re handi…
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