Canada and the World afternoon session
So far the panel is fairly interesting. The emphasis of this group is on NGO’s and how they work at representing Canada around the world. To be honest I lost…
Canada and the World afternoon session
So far the panel is fairly interesting. The emphasis of this group is on NGO's and how they work at representing Canada around the world. To be honest I lost…
Canada and the World afternoon session
So far the panel is fairly interesting. The emphasis of this group is on NGO’s and how they work at representing Canada around the world. To be honest I lost…
How not to get people to pay for news
He’s going for it, Murdoch has announced that Times Online will begin to charge, get this, $1.50 a DAY for access to their online news! Oh ya, that’s gonna work…
Canada and the digital world
Here are some random thoughts and observations from my spot on press row. The question line for this topic is much longer than any other. Highly appropriate considering the nature…
Canada and the digital world
Here are some random thoughts and observations from my spot on press row. The question line for this topic is much longer than any other. Highly appropriate considering the nature…
It’s 8:30 p.m.: Do You Know Where Your Light Switches Are?
Like any Torontonian falling all over myself to demonstrate how progressive and eco-conscious I am, I will recognize Earth Hour this evening.But, can we fix the planet's woes if we…
Canada and the digital world
Here are some random thoughts and observations from my spot on press row. The question line for this topic is much longer than any other. Highly appropriate considering the nature…
Canada 150 Energy session
The North American energy Market Michael phelps takes a stand on carbon, that the best way to reduce carbon emissions is to tax it. That is best way to reduce…
Canada 150 Energy session
The North American energy MarketMichael phelps takes a stand on carbon, that the best way to reduce carbon emissions is to tax it. That is best way to reduce it.…
Canada 150 Energy session
The North American energy Market Michael phelps takes a stand on carbon, that the best way to reduce carbon emissions is to tax it. That is best way to reduce…
Local Artists Get AGO Platform
By now, you must have heard of the local food movement. Consider the AGO's showcasing of local artists a kind of local brain food movement.My relationship with the AGO has…
No To Ford
(Photo: Ford's City of Toronto councillor profile photo)The Toronto Star is reporting that a high-profile north-of-Bloor candidate is jumping into the race for the mayor's chair.Rexdale hyper-conservative Councillor Rob Ford…
From The Ashes, A New Experiment
Hello,I am relaunching this blog with a wide net.Toronto is full of culture, news, commentary and perspective.And, because opinions are like...well, you get the idea.And, I'd be really happy if…
Portugal — a model of the future! Part ONE
Part One of a Two-Part Special Series!So I'm sure those of you who keep up with the news have read at some point or another that Portugal decriminalized all drugs…
B’nai Brith Canada Hearts Free Speech (Except When It Doesn’t.)
by matttbastard Free speech for ye: B’nai Brith Canada condemns free speech double standard on campus as Coulter talk is cancelled in Ottawa TORONTO, March 24, 2010 – B’nai Brith…
GPC Policy and Campaign Focus
I’m one of many GPC members who believe we are often too negative and harp too much on Climate Change. It’s not that I don’t believe it’s important but it’s…
Can the Pope be Impeached?
Let's face it, this man has just lost all credibility as the moral authority for the Catholic Church.It's bad enough that he can get away with the stupid claim he…
Levant, Coulter Protect Free Speech
The rules laid out for attendees of the Coulter event in Calgary demonstrate who’s ‘free speech’ Ezra Levant, Ann Coulter, and event sponsors International Free Press Society are seeking to…
Get Smart and Go Electric
“We’re all in favour of a better public transit system. Everyone is on board. But no one should be asked to trade public health for public transit.” Medical Officer of…