New Democrats missing the point, again
The Leap ManifestoAfter having a leader and a campaign that completely misread the electorate and botched their best chance at power in their history, some very smart people are deciding…
2016
New Democrats missing the point, again
The Leap ManifestoAfter having a leader and a campaign that completely misread the electorate and botched their best chance at power in their history, some very smart people are deciding…
Joining the access fight #nlpoli
As it turns out, the "commentary" on access from information and privacy commissioner Ed Ring is tied to a lawsuit coming from the province's teachers' union to block an access…
One More Reason Tom Mulcair Should Resign
I watched Tom Mulcair being interviewed by Peter Mansbridge last night, and I have to say I was not impressed.He still strikes me as more of a professional politician, than…
Brit says Canada a vision for progressives
Yes, an article by Gaby Hinsliff in The Guardian describes our native land as a progressive vision. The lady flatters us handsomely. I enjoyed her piece because it says nice…
Brit says Canada a vision for progressives
Yes, an article by Gaby Hinsliff in The Guardian describes our native land as a progressive vision. The lady flatters us handsomely. I enjoyed her piece because it says nice…
Brit says Canada a vision for progressives
Yes, an article by Gaby Hinsliff in The Guardian describes our native land as a progressive vision. The lady flatters us handsomely. I enjoyed her piece because it says nice…
Former Alberta Health Services CEO’s accusations of NDP ‘interference’ raise more questions than they answer
PHOTOS: Former Alberta Health Services CEO and president Vickie Kaminski, who was back in the news yesterday. Below: Former Progressive Conservative health minister Stephen Mandel; NDP health Minister Sarah Hoffman.…
Cast Off Discouragement!
I just watched Gordon Laxer give a talk on his newest book, After the Sands. I haven't read the book yet, but here are my notes from his speech. This…
Cast Off Discouragement!
I just watched Gordon Laxer give a talk on his newest book, After the Sands. I haven't read the book yet, but here are my notes from his speech. This…
Budget 2016: Is It The End of a Canadian Digital Strategy?
Internet law expert Michael Geist explains how "Canada’s long road toward a national digital strategy may have come to an end with Budget 2016." The post Budget 2016: Is It…
On performance reviews
Following up on this post, I'll weigh in with my own take on the federal NDP's leadership review - based primarily on the question of what Tom Mulcair seems to…
‘Failed Experiment’: Alberta Folds Oilsands Monitoring Agency
The Alberta government has shuttered its arm’s length environmental monitoring agency after a report concluded the program was a “failed experiment.” Minister of Environment Shannon Phillips announced Tuesday the Alberta…
Some I liked
Again, some random shots from recent months…
BREAKING: first poll on #CPC leadership candidate Kellie Whatserface
Accurate 21 times out of 19. You’re welcome.
April 6: What’s going to happen in passionless New Brunswick
For those who have wondered why so few Americans were listed in the Panama Papers as tax evaders, here's why.http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/apr/06/panama-papers-us-tax-havens-delaware____________________________________________________________...
Can I get a peace bond?
If someone is harassing you it is possible, in some circumstances, to get what is known as a peace bond. That is a court order requiring that person to leave…
Know and ‘No’ to LNG
An articulate letter published by by the Terrace Standard, a Black Press property. Excerpts follow but I urge you to read the entire letter HERE: I was saddened to witness…
Know and ‘No’ to LNG
An articulate letter published by by the Terrace Standard, a Black Press property. Excerpts follow but I urge you to read the entire letter HERE:I was saddened to witness the…
Know and ‘No’ to LNG
An articulate letter published by by the Terrace Standard, a Black Press property. Excerpts follow but I urge you to read the entire letter HERE:I was saddened to witness the…