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*** CANDIDATE ALICIA VIANGA: BIO
Alicia Vianga, is a patriotic Canadian, along with her husband and family. She’s a small business owner and the Founder and Executive Director of After Breast Cancer, a Canada-wide charitable organization dedicated to helping women thrive during and after breast … Continue reading
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HEALTH: Is lemon water good for kidneys?
Is lemon water good for kidneys? You’ve probably heard people say that lemon water is great for detoxing and cleansing the body. Some even claim it can prevent kidney stones and boost kidney function. But is lemon water actually good … Continue reading
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EXTENSIONS: A radically better NEW TAB PAGE
SPEED DIAL 2 I am all over the map, internet wise, when I research. I want to remember some places, so I can revisit them. Enter extension SPEED DIAL 2, an extension or applet that allows me to save all … Continue reading
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The 6:20 MAN, D. Baldacci
The 6:20 MAN, a Baldacci read, a little weaker than his earlier style.
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Assh*le in WH: Why stock markets fluctuate at T****’s declarations
Stock markets fluctuate because prices depend on how many people want to buy or sell shares. Imagine a toy that everyone suddenly wants—its price rises. If no one wants it anymore, the price drops. When leaders like former President Trump announce … Continue reading
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ELECTION CANADA: Party members dissatisfied with Poilievre’s campaign
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T**** BIG BRO IS WATCHING YOU: Thinking of travelling to AmeriKa? Think twice !
US CUSTOMS RIGHT TO SEARCH United States Customs and Border Protection agents have long had the authority to demand travelers provide access to their electronic devices, but what they’re looking for seems to have changed under the Donald Trump administration. … Continue reading
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SCAM ALERT: Don’t let scammers sell your home
Stopping Scammers from Selling Your Home Imagine a stranger sold your home while you were away. What a nightmare that would be. Unfortunately, some people have experienced this nightmare. Title fraud happens when someone steals the homeowner’s … Continue reading
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Assh*le in the WH: Why do so many AmeriKans accept T****’s statement even though they are false
Many Americans accept Donald Trump’s statements, even when they are demonstrably false, due to a combination of psychological, social, and political factors. These dynamics help explain why his supporters remain loyal despite evidence of misinformation. Key Reasons Americans Accept Trump’s … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Scam caution….AI is making scams even more realistic
SCAMS, SCAMS, SCAMS….be aware, scams are becoming more believable and authentic looking. because Artificial Intelligence is being used. Artificial Intelligence is developing and becoming more powerful every day. Today, it can create posts, publications that look as authentic as the … Continue reading
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AGING WELL: 8 morning habits of people who thrive in their 70s and beyond
They are simple, consistent practices that help build physical, mental, and emotional resilience. The power of mindful mornings Starting the day with gratitude People in their 70s who truly thrive tend to wake up with a heart full … Continue reading
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Councillor Lisa Robinson: March Council highlights
In light and in support of democratic principles Councillor Lisa Robinson should make public comments without resorting to inciteful and vitriolic language. Robinson, a duly elected city councillor, should be more cognizant of her use of heated words. Though words … Continue reading
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PICKERING: Campaign to clean up – “Littering? That’s So Trash”
In 2024, the City of Pickering tackled over 240 reported cases of careless littering and illegal dumping through its Customer Care Centre. Each instance wasn’t just trash—it was a direct assault on our community’s natural beauty, a threat to wildlife, … Continue reading
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WORDS TO INSPIRE: A calming message in this troubled world
Ruth Coghill is a modern day missionary, spreading the Good Word and doing the Good Work throughout the world. Add a little calm to your world by reading her spring newsletter at -> COGHILL
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*** CANDIDATE: Lisa Robinson, PEOPLE’S PARTY of CANADA
Lisa Robinson, Pickering Councillor, Ward 1 has thrown her hat into the Canadian Election campaign as the candidate for the Max Bernier’s party, the People’s Party of Canada. She has been suspended without pay from Pickering council and campaigning … Continue reading
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*** CANDIDATE: Andrea Wood
Andrea phoned me once, promised to get back to me with more information….never happened.
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Would you consider a small CONTRIBUTION to help defray my publication expenses?
If you have been a past contributors to newsletter or the website, thank you very much. If you have not been a contributor, I ask if you might consider a small donation, just $5? All donations help defray my publishing … Continue reading
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PC Alicia Vianga opens campaign office
She’s off and running and from the looks of it, with an abundance of energy, enthusiasm and effort. Alicia Vianga officially launched her campaign with the opening of her campaign office headquarters in central Pickering. A lot of hula baloo … Continue reading
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T****’s Latest National Security Scandal
T**** faces yet another crisis after The Atlantic’s Jeff Goldberg exposed a shocking intelligence breach. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz mistakenly added the journalist to a Signal group chat—including top U.S. officials—where Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared battle plans … Continue reading
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Tough Week for the assh*le in the White House, Mar 17 -21
Mar 17-21 was a difficult week for Donald T****, marked by economic struggles and his usual tactics of deflection and misinformation. Economic Decline: The economy, which was stable before T**** took office, has worsened under his leadership. Consumer Confidence Drop: … Continue reading
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TOWN HALL REPORT, Mar. 19
Unfortunately, due to an auto mishap, I am unable to give a first hand report of the Mayor’s recent Town Hall. However, the executive assistant, Sarah B., gave me needed help with some of the questions and answers from the … Continue reading
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CLOWN: When you elect a clown, you get a circus
Amazing how we write and talk about the clown in the White House but still AmeriKans are doing nothing about him. Well, that may come to an end very soon. Read TorStar contributor who writes “U.S. provides a warning to Canada: … Continue reading
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Assh*le in WH: Looks like this madman wants to go to war, economically
Looks like the madman in the AmeriKan White House is going to war, economically. He now has fired at the European Union and Canada with his tariff attacks. See TorStar The backlash is coming…right now it is verbal coming from … Continue reading
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ELECTION HEADLINE: Candidate update for PICKERING-BROOKLIN riding
Pickering-Brooklin riding, Mar 27/25 WITH CANDIDATES ALICIA VIANGA JUANITA NATHAN NO CANDIDATES in PICKERING-BROOKLIN Riding
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Assh*le in the White House may destroy Amerikan democracy before I die.
Recently I read a book labelled by many as a classic: 1984 George Orwell published 1949 In George Orwell’s 1984, the world is divided into three totalitarian states: Oceania, Eurasia, and Eastasia. Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the ruling … Continue reading
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Ever hear of the “Old Boys Club”…still here despite DEI, meritocracy, democracy, etc
Ever hear about the “old boys club?” Well, it’s a strong as ever and you little people, swat, swat, scat, go away! TORONTO COUNCILLORS VOTE FOR 25% PAY INCREASE The City council of Toronto has been receiving cost of living … Continue reading
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ISSUES: The biggest issues facing Canadians
HOUSING For many Canadians housing is the biggest issue of concern, not just housing, but affordable housing. Politicians at every level of government claim concern for the housing issues in Canada. The problem is a crucial one for many Canadians and … Continue reading
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FEDERAL PARTY PROMISES and more information
FEDERAL PARTIES COMPARISON below: CONSERVATIVE PARTY POLICIES -> POLICIES
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ELECTION NEWS: Liberals hold six-point lead over Conservatives: Leger poll (MAR 25)
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Bull Sh*t everywhere: USA – Musk; Canada – Poilievre
AmeriKa Musk’s America PAC is offering $100 to every registered voter who gives them contact information and signs a petition opposing “activist judges.” In addition, it is promising $100 for each Wisconsin voter they refer who also signs the petition. … Continue reading
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BULL SH*T from the campaign trail: Poilievre pledges to cut personal income taxes
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*** ELECTIONS CANADA – main website – Ph 1.800.463.6868
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CONSTITUENCY of PICKERING-BROOKLIN w surrounding region
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Carney better choice than Poilievre? Serious Issues Remain
EDITORIAL COMMENT: Though the electorate may be tired of Liberals, they should not rush to Poilievre too quickly. Poilievre has never worked a day in his life really. He’s a career politician who speaks in sound bites even in personal conversations. … Continue reading
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*** CANDIDATE: Juanita Nathan
Juanita Nathan was nominated 3/26/25 More information is forthcoming.
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*** Candidate PICKERING-BROOKLIN: ALICIA VIANGA website
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*** NATIONAL WEBSITE – GREEN PARTY
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*** NATIONAL WEBSITE – CONSERVATIVES
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CARNEY: A little too sensitive ?
Carney has numerous factors working against him like never having run in an election, never being elected to office. Strikes that will have him swinging needlessly but he also has factors in his favour. He knows finances. He knows business. … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: Poilievre – not a comfortable fit
Try as we might, for some reason this leader does not sit well with us. Too slick. Too verbally polished. Too politically coloured with no other colours. This leader has never worked a day in his life other than polishing … Continue reading
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*** FEDERAL ELECTION LEADERS: A comparison chart
MARK CARNEY PIERRE POILIEVRE JAGMEET SINGH Pros: Pros: Pros: Extensive economic expertise Strong communication skills Charismatic leadership International experience Ability to identify resonant issues Ethical and sincere image Strong educational background Had significant lead in polls Resilience in crises Significant … Continue reading
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T****: A list of his erosion of democracy in AmeriKa
Trump’s Anti-Democracy Initiatives as Documented in Joyce Vance’s Democracy Index The Democracy Index, a project created by Joyce Vance (former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, 2009-2017), tracks developments in Donald Trump’s second administration (“Trump 2.0”) based on … Continue reading
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IMPROVE YOUR ORGANIZATION’s CONNECTIVITY WITH PEOPLE: A suggestion to all government offices, all businesses
Connecting with a LIVE PERSON by phone is becoming an increasing challenge in today’s world. It should not be so. Every company, every government body, every organization should make it its goal to make PHONE CONNECTIVITY easier for their constituents, … Continue reading
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Be better connected, better informed: Join the digital world
Become better connected to the world. Be better informed, better connected. Join the Digital World. ___________________ The world today is digital. Banking is done online. Payments are made online. Appointments are made online. People communicate online. Documentation is exchanged … Continue reading
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TORONTO COUNCILLORS EMAIL ADDRESSES
mayor_tory@toronto.ca councillor_holyday@toronto.ca councillor_grimes@toronto.ca councillor_nunziata@toronto.ca councillor_perruzza@toronto.ca councillor_mckelvie@toronto.ca councillor_ainslie@toronto.ca councillor_crawford@toronto.ca councillor_thompson@toronto.ca Councillor_Mantas@toronto.ca councillor_lai@toronto.ca councillor_carroll@toronto.ca councillor_minnan-wong@toronto.ca councillor_filion@toronto.ca councillor_pasternak@toronto.ca councillor_colle8@toronto.ca councillor_robinson@toronto.ca councillor_bradford@toronto.ca councillor_fletcher@toronto.ca councillor_bailao@toronto.ca councillor_mihevc10@toronto.ca councillor_layton@toronto.ca councillor_matlow@toronto.ca councillor_perks@toronto.ca Councillor_BuxtonPotts@toronto.ca
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EDITORIAL: Political leaders don’t care – spend, spend, spend….it’s taxpayers’ money
Who cares? Government leaders, politicians in power sure don’t. These elected officials spend our money like drunken sailors. Who care how much is wasted? Who cares if any money is wasted? Who cares how much is spent? Who cares if … Continue reading
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The world is in a mess and it’s really bothering me
The world is in a mess and it’s really bothering me… ___________________ I just finished reading two George Orwell books, 1984 and Animal Farm, and now as I watch the news, my mind buzzes and whirls with stressful and worrisome … Continue reading
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TRUMP WATCH
T**** WATCH is a special section listing the areas or issues where T**** violates the AmeriKan constitution or tests getting away with breaking the law which the constitution regulates. AREAS/ISSUES OF WORRY T**** declares pardon given to … Continue reading
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EXECUTIVE ORDERS are not the road to dictatorship
The president can issue executive orders that enact certain policies. However, there are controls on executive orders, that prevent them from becoming dictatorial decrees. Therefore T**** can issue policies that enact what he wants done but his executive orders are subject to certain regulations … Continue reading
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The clown in Washington has had a few losses caused by female judges
The Democracy Index Source: The Contrarian Tracking The Democracy Index in this time of peril is sometimes heartbreaking. We’ve seen attacks on the rule of law, rampant corruption, and other sundry harms to our country. But this week, there are … Continue reading
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Prime Minister Carney – Congratulations and all the best
Congratulations PM Carney, we wish you and us the very best. We recognize our world and our country are in an existential state of risk and chaos. We wish you the best in dealing with the situation and state in … Continue reading
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CABINET MINISTERS IN CARNEY GOVT
Prime minister Mark Carney International trade and intergovernmental affairs and president of the king’s privy council for canada Dominic LeBlanc Foreign affairs and international development Mélanie Joly Finance François-Philippe Champagne Innovation, science and industry Anita Anand National defence Bill Blair … Continue reading
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Pastor Martin Niemoller – First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out — because I was not a socialist……
Martin Niemöller was born in Lippstadt, in the west of Germany, on 14 January 1892. He was the son of a priest, and in 1910 he joined the German Navy. During World War One he was assigned to a U-Boat, … Continue reading
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Prophetic words from Pastor Martin Niemöller
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for … Continue reading
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TESLA sales have started to drop like stones in water…wonder why?
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Hey USA – got a short message for ya !
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AmeriKa is eroding faster than ice on Lake Simcoe in April; Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security are the latest endangered species
AmeriKan political leaders once thought, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, were sacrosanct pillars of AmeriKan society. They’ve been known so since the 1980s seen as the “third rail” of politics — touch them and you’re dead. AmeriKa has changed. Steer … Continue reading
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These are “leaders”? Note: men, non-marginalized, rich and questionably educated.
This is serious stuff, or as Jean Chretien said, “I’m not joking!” It’s bully T**** vs Prime Minister ???? If Carney is donning on the Prime Ministerial cap, he better get it in gear damn fast. Pyscho T**** doesn’t wait … Continue reading
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DOGE: What is it and how is a danger to democracy in AmeriKa
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is an initiative established by President Donald Trump in January, 2025, through an executive order. It was created with the goal of reducing federal spending and modernizing government technology. Elon Musk, a prominent tech … Continue reading
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Poilievre wants to defund the CBC – what can I say…dreaming of becoming the Governor of the 51st state too?
For some reason I cannot shake the image of Conservative leader Poilievre being another sycophant, yes man, who is a member of the T**** camp in AmeriKa. Not long ago, he was calling for the defunding and dismantling of the … Continue reading
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THANK YOU –
Recently, I received more donations from site visitors. Thank you very much everyone. I am very appreciative of your generosity and consideration of my publications, most notably my website, . Thank you.
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Way ta go Doggie…maybe ya didn’t get the votes, but ya got our support in this!
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Another assh*le joins the White House cronies
He doesn’t believe in vaccines. He doesn’t believe in innoculations. He wants to eliminate medical procedures that use vaccination and innoculation. Measles outbreaks across the USA and Canada are simply ignored. So what happens to the guy….T**** gets him appointed … Continue reading
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Hudson’s Bay Company done in by digital age
People just want to stay at home, shop from home, have food delivered to the home…it’s a different world. It may have been high prices, or reduced selection, or the inconvenience of getting dressed and driving over to the … Continue reading
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Mayor Ashe’s statement on the Results of the 2025 Federal Liberal Leadership Race
On behalf of the City of Pickering and its Members of Council, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Mark Carney, prime minister-designate, on his election as Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities, Pickering … Continue reading
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Prime Minister Jean Chretien, at 91, the speech of his life.
Retired Prime Minister Jean Chretien gave the speech of his life at the Liberal Leadership convention, Sunday, Mar. 9, 2025 The 91-year-old was outstanding in his emotion, in what he said and in his delivery. Yes, his speech was written … Continue reading
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The THREE AMIGOS
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DEI opposition: another T**** step to erosion of AmeriKan democracy and society
The madman in the White House takes another step toward eroding democacy and dividing AmeriKan society.
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DEI – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Its meaning and impact on society, most notably the USA
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are political and social initiatives aimed at rectifying the claimed systemic inequalities through policies promoting representation and fair treatment across identities. In the U.S., DEI efforts face polarizing debates: discrimination vs. meritocracy. Szpin summary DEI … Continue reading
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Major steps T**** has taken to erode or weaken democracy in the USA:
Here are the major steps Herr Schnapps T**** has taken to erode AmeriKan democrary as of March 8: Federal Workforce Restructuring “Fork in the Road” initiative pressuring nonpartisan civil servants to resign by 9/2025 Schedule F expansion reclassifying 50k+ workers as removable … Continue reading
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Artificial Intelligence: use it cautiously, with care and awareness
Artificial Intelligence is a very useful tool but…take information from it. Don’t give it information. Handle AI with care. Be skeptical about what information it may ask of you. Deal with it as cautiously as you would with Scammers and … Continue reading
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Interesting numbers regarding MIGRANTS, FENTANYL & ILLEGAL GUNS
T**** keeps maligning us. And to his calling Trudeau, ‘Governor’…how about ‘Up yours con man, felon, rapist, sexist, misogynist, grifter, bigot, bully and troll.’ Migrants (irregular entry in 2024): Canada to the U.S.: 18,644 Mexico to the U.S.: 2 million … Continue reading
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Solidarnosc former President Walesa writes T****
Former President of Poland, Lech Walesa, wrote the following letter to Trump. ______________________________________ Your Excellency, Mr. President, We watched the report of your conversation with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, with fear and distaste. We find it insulting … Continue reading
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Anatomy of a Sociopath
Eileen Workman Eileen Workman is an author and essayist, who previously spent 16 years in the financial industry as First Vice President of Investments at a major Wall Street firm, until she had a spiritual awakening and left that field. … Continue reading
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What American products will be affected by Canada imposing counter tariffs
Here’s the official list of American products now affected by the 25 per cent tariffs imposed by the Canadian government as a counter-measure to the U.S. tariffs: Live poultry including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowls. Fresh, chilled or frozen … Continue reading
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How do American tariffs raise prices on Canadian products in Canada?
American tariffs imposed on Canadian exports to the US can cause Canadian prices to increase through several mechanisms: Reduced demand for Canadian goods US tariffs make Canadian exports less competitive in the American market, potentially leading to a decline in … Continue reading
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How can I easily check the TRUTH in what T**** says
The psycho in the AmeriKan White House has created a whole new industry of news checkers. These fact-checking organizations provide thorough analyses of President Donald T****’s statements. Here are the links to the best of these news checkers: PolitiFact FactCheck.org … Continue reading
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What is the meaning and extent of EXECUTIVE ORDERS?
Executive orders give the president a lot of power. He can enact policies and directives at his discretion but executive orders are subject to control, financial and judicial, by Congress and by the courts. They are powerful presidential tools but … Continue reading
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CAR THEFT – practical prevention tips
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ONT PROV ELECTION RESULTS 2025 – PICKERING UXBRIDGE
Conservative Bethlenfalvy 21,976 votes 19,208 48 per cent 44 % Liberal Ibrahim Daniyal 18,805 votes 12,345 28% 39% NDP Khalid Ahmed 6,934 3,281 16% 7% Green Party Julia Rondinone Mini Batra 2,226 1,302 5% 3%
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EXTENSIONS are Google applets for many different purposes
Google extensions are handy little applets that are built to do a variety of additional jobs with Google Chrome browser. Among my favourite: POWER THESAURUS My writing is much better because I use this applet to replace overused words or … Continue reading
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PDNews MAR 2025 EDITION: Read our interview with Pickering Library CEO Jackie Flowers
Read our March 2025 issue
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PICKERING: Mr. Mayor, here’s a recommendation for your TOWN HALL, Mar 19
At your town halls, when questions are asked, often people do not understand what is being asked because of noise, or accent, or volume the ask,…so not everyone understands the question. To help more people understand, I recommend that you … Continue reading
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CAR THEFT: Common sense advice from DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE
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NEW – TECHNOLOGY DEPT: posts and articles relating to computers
This category lists posts, articles and researched material dealing with computers. For more information, contact Richard at zippyonego@gmail.com
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PICKERING: An invitation from the Mayor to everyone in Pickering.
Dear Friends, As we enter into March and the spring season, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past month. February was a month filled with reflection, celebration, and education as we honoured Black History Month. February … Continue reading
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FOOD BANK: The need is still there…please help….donate when and where you can…Thank you.
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CAR THEFT: Use some common sense to protect your car
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PICKERING: Stop letting the tail wag the dog !
Mayor and Councillors are giving in to Lisa Robinson out of exasperation and apprehension. Robinson has disrupted Council meetings endless with exaggerations, unsubstantiated accusation and outright bullyish tactics. She has no respect for peers, colleagues or other people making exaggerated … Continue reading
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Rage: Public Profanity, Potty Mouth, F-Bomb, and Swearing
Can You Control Your Swearing? I believe that a person reveals their true colours when they lose their temper. To some degree this is likely true for all of us. Do you make an effort to use discretion … Continue reading
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RCRA – SCAMS & FRAUDS
Recently, P.C. David Jung, Durham Regional Police, gave a presentation about SCAMS and FRAUD. Here is a report of his presentation. Online scams and phone fraud Presented by Durham Regional Police Constable David Jung Online scams and phone fraud have … Continue reading
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RCRA (Rougemount Community & Recreation Assoc.) AGM Report
AGM Report The RCRA (Rougemont Community & Recreation Assoc.) held its first annual general meeting recently. Presentation about Scams and Fraud P.C. David Jung of the Durham Regional Police gave an excellent presentation about Scams and Frauds. He also talked … Continue reading
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How to go to sleep fast (and stay asleep for the night)
How to go to sleep fast (and stay down for the night) GQ, Emily Abbate Even a well-rested person can take 15 or 20 minutes to fall asleep. If your falling asleep takes longer than that, it may be time … Continue reading
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FIRESMART
Ontario is a member of FireSmart Canada along with the other Canadian provinces and territories. While FireSmart Canada’s creation is recent (2021), prior to that the FireSmart program existed through an organization called Partners in Protection, which Ontario was also … Continue reading
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FORD…why ? Ontario’s Primary Care Action Plan: A Roadmap to Universal Access
Talk about a lot of BS from the government….do any of these people know the meaning of succinct and to-the-point. Still here it is a summary of the Primary Care Action Plan as proposed by Dr. Jane Philpott: Ontario’s Primary Care Action … Continue reading
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Toronto Star columnist Edward Keenan, a wasted lamentation about City of Toronto’s snowfall clearance
Hey Keenan, Good column about snow removal or lack thereof in the City of Toronto. You cover the history of our snow situations very well and it is a column that implies a fair criticism of the City of Toronto’s … Continue reading
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Jennifer O’Connell will not seek re-election
Jennifer O’Connell – not seeking re-election Lisha Van Niewuwenhove, The Uxbrdge Cosmos Jennifer O’Connell, member of parliament for Pickering-Uxbridge for the past 10 years, announced last Friday that she will not seek reelection in the next federal election. “It has … Continue reading
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Councillor Brenner MARCH Newsletter – SHORTENED version
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Councillor Brenner: March Newsletter – FULL VERSION
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Mexico’s president, Claudia Scheinbaum, tells T**** to f___ off!
Claudia Scheinbaum, President of Mexico, tells T**** to f__ off. ______ Give this leader kudos for courage and bravado. When T**** said he was flying deportees into Mexico from the USA, she said, “No way, Jose (or assh*le)! ” or … Continue reading
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Some stories we are working on…
We’re working on these stories… Something stinks in the nomination process for the Pickering-Uxbridge riding. Numerous candidates have been disqualified by the riding association without explanation, seemingly without cause. This was the same occurence a year ago … Continue reading
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A CALAMITY OF SOULS, David Baldacci
A CALAMITY OF SOULS, David Baldacci Synopsis Set in the tumultuous year of 1968 in southern Virginia, a racially-charged murder case sets a duo of white and Black lawyers against a deeply unfair system as they work to defend their … Continue reading
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FOOD BANKS: We’re failing our very own people
The history of food banks in Southern Ontario From Emergency Help to Essential Support Food banks in Ontario have evolved — they have gone from being a temporary fix during tough times to a crucial part of the community’s support … Continue reading
FORD…why ? PROVINCIAL ELECTION – Same old, same old?
The provincial leaders’ debate televised on Feb 17 is a great example of “same old, same old.” The debate heard the same old platitudes, promises, platforms and policies. So, if you know the problem, why haven’t you been able to … Continue reading
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NADIA’s got a great eye for photos; her photos are always winners…and now she gets deserved awards!
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HEALTH: Ever hear of RSV, Respiratory Syncytial Virus?
Hey people! Have you heard about RSV? Well, you better learn a little about it and how to keep it at bay this winter. There’s no need to panic, but it’s good to be in the know! What’s the deal … Continue reading
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Hey Trumpee: I’m buried in snow, you’re buried in sh*t. I aint comin to Florida this year….because of you, assh*le
I was online in early January looking for flights to Florida. Searching for the best prices on flights, car rental, accommodations, and travel insurance. I gave up after spending hours researching flights; departure times are mostly early hours, like 7 … Continue reading
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Considering voting for FORD?
So you’re thinking of voting for FORD… consider his sins, scandals, and slip ups in just the last 3 years: 2023 – Tabled a law cancelling their controversial municipal boundary changes amid the RCMP investigation 2023 – Revealed through internal … Continue reading
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CANADA: 51st state…WE’RE NOT LAUGHING, psycho !!!
OK…so we don’t have a lot of financial clout. We sure don’t have the power to fight a war even though you’ve started one with us economically. Maybe we can only fight back with pea shooters… but we’ve got … Continue reading
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Voting for Ford may not be the better way to vote
Doug Ford’s 401 tunnel completes the campaign pledge trifecta: costly, unworkable, ineffective” – Toronto Star (Feb 11, 2025) “Ford’s latest election promise is a $60 billion tunnel. Transit experts aren’t happy” – National Observer (Feb 7, 2025) Doug Ford’s plan … Continue reading
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ONT PROV ELECTION – Candidates – PICKERING-UXBRIDGE Riding
Ibrahim Daniyal is a small business owner and community leader from Pickering-Uxbridge, Ontario. He was nominated as the Ontario Liberal Party candidate for the Pickering-Uxbridge riding in July 20212. Daniyal has a strong background in finance and administration, holding a Master’s … Continue reading
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COMMENTARY: Andrew Coyne, Globe and Mail, writes about USA and its leader
I don’t think any US journalist has written as tough (and spot-on) a portrayal of the threat facing us as this Canadian, Andrew Coyne of the Toronto Globe and Mail, formerly of the National Post and a regular panelist on … Continue reading →