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R’s DESK: Submit a claim. Receipts not necessary.
There is a class action lawsuit in the courts against Loblaw for bread sales price fixing. You can submit a claim without a receipt but you MUST SUBMIT BY DEC. 12. No guarantee you will be according a claim amount, … Continue reading
DOG FORD: Suckin’ up to the voters
Here he is, Doggie Ford suckin’ up to the electorate with Ontario Hydro $200 rebate cheques. That’ll help take your mind off of his meddling in municipal governments regarding speed cameras. Full story -> HYDRO
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: 18 HABITS THAT ARE KILLING YOU SLOWLY
If you check more than 10, you should reassess your living habits. __________________ Too little/too much sleep. Overuse of medication. Skipping exercise. Excessive food. Lack of social activities. Too much screen time. Taking too much sugar/salt. Not relaxing. Staying in … Continue reading
POLITICS: Ottawa budget PASSED 170-168 (short version)
Canada’s 2025 Federal Budget: Short Version The Vote Happening Today The House of Commons is voting on PM Mark Carney’s first budget – a confidence vote that could trigger an election if it fails Liberals hold 170 seats but need … Continue reading
POLITICS: Ottawa BUDGET (full version)
Canada’s 2025 Federal Budget: A detailed summary They vote today The House of Commons is voting today on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first federal budget, which will determine both whether the fiscal policy can proceed and if the Liberal government … Continue reading
WEBSITE: New WIDGET
Have you ever wanted to speak your mind openly? So others would hear your opinion? SPEAKERS CORNER is your chance to speak your mind openly, publicly, so others will hear you. Just type up your comment/thought in an email and … Continue reading
TO HELL IN A HANDBASKET?
What’s the story here? Any public figure, any government leader is an ‘authority,’ an expert now, whenever they speak? Dog Ford Premier Dog Ford decrees that speed camera use in Ontario should be banned. “They’re cash cows, nothing else,” in … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: 7 Principles to being thinner
Core Principles Eliminate Sugar Avoid hidden sugars in yogurts, soft drinks, candy, sauces, and processed meals. Choose Whole Foods Eat natural, unprocessed foods. If it grew from the earth, eat it. If it was made in a factory, skip it. … Continue reading
SUPPORT AGENCIES and ORGANIZATIONS – Durham Region
SUPPORT AGENCIES and ORGANIZATIONS Click IMAGE to access more services in Durham Another link to more service sources -> 211.ca
PICKERING: Remembrance Day CEREMONY
Pickering commemorated Remembrance Day respectfully and appropriately. If you were unable to attend, click this POSTING here. CEREMONY
PICKERING: Rationale explaining Pickering Property tax situation
Rationale — why Pickering’s average residential property tax is reasonable compared with neighbours Summary conclusion: Pickering’s combined residential tax rate (about 1.288% in 2025) is slightly lower than neighbouring Ajax and Whitby and noticeably lower than Oshawa’s. However, Pickering’s average … Continue reading
PICKERING: A discussion about PROPERTY TAXES in Pickering
Pickering Property Taxes are a hot issue with the majority of tax payers in Pickering. The continuous complaint is that the taxes are too high. Each year the lamentation is voiced loudly whenever the question of taxes pops up in … Continue reading
PICKERING: BORIE on taxes
Mike Borie recently headed a delegation and spoke to the City Council regarding taxes: ___________ “My name is Mike Borie, and I have been an overtaxed and underrepresented Pickering resident for 46 years. I am here tonight to strongly oppose the … Continue reading
PICKERING: Ever wonder where she is now, Jennifer O’Connell
Jennifer O’Connell, ever wonder where she is now? Jennifer is relaxed, restore and revived in a whole new life, away from politics. Jennifer retired from the world of politics after a very distinguished career of over 20 years there. She … Continue reading
CEREMONY
About 2,000 people attended the City of Pickering’s Remembrance Day Commemoration at the Esplanade Park behind City Hall. The VIP list included representation from all government levels from federal to municipal, Liberal MP Juanita Nathan, Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy, … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Flu shot or not to flu shot…that is the question
Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination: What should I do ? As we navigate another respiratory virus season, the importance of vaccination against influenza and COVID-19 cannot be overstated. The scientific evidence overwhelmingly supports the safety and effectiveness of these immunizations in … Continue reading
“WILL-MATE:” a vital supplement to your WILL
A few years ago, when my mother-in-law passed away, this “WILL-MATE” (ESTATE ORGANIZER) was a Godsend. We had input a lot of information into it and it was easily accessed when we eventually needed it. Every important person was contacted and received … Continue reading
