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COMMENTARY: Carney and Joly, politicians with ‘cajones’
David Frum, son of the celebrated CBC newsbroadcaster Barbara Frum, comments about Mark Carney’s current economic policies with regard to those of the United States. In the theater of international politics, dramatic headlines often obscure the deeper economic forces that … Continue reading
David Frum: The FULL VERSION
I want to start with something that should make you stop for a moment, because on the surface it sounds almost trivial. A former president of the United States says he suddenly likes a Canadian Prime Minister, and at first … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Should you donating to the FOOD BANK?
Consider me Mr. Grinch as I call for a cessation of donations to Food Banks. Food Bank use is at an all-time high everywhere in Canada, in cities, in towns, in rural areas. Where there’s a Food Bank, user attendance … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Mayor Ashe receives Certificate of Appreciation…A joke, folks [12/19/25]
I like Mayor Ashe. He seems to be really involved in the community, showing up at almost every event people invite him to attend, showing interest in every group in our community. He seems to be doing a very commendable … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Be on the alert, eyes, ears wide open…the POLICE can’t do it all [12/19/25]
Are you ‘old’ or ‘OLD’? ‘OLD’ suggests someone not with it mentally, kind of lost, memory gone, awareness and mentality slipping. Well, in this day and age, you can’t be like that. You have to be ‘old,’ not ‘OLD.’ There … Continue reading
PICKERING: CHANUKAH Party
Pickering CHANUKAH Party Sun, Dec. 21, 2:00 pm Chestnut Hill Recreation Complex
PICKERING: Christmas event for the kids, grandkids and parents
A Magical Community Fundraiser for the Pickering Animal Shelter DEC. 20, 12:00 – 8:00 pm Christmas In The RONA Village is a festive outdoor market bringing together our Pickering community for eight magical evenings of holiday cheer. Stroll through beautifully decorated … Continue reading
The ARMOR OF LIGHT, Ken Follett
The Armor of Light Ken Follett A Riveting Journey through History Ken Follett, a master of historical fiction, has once again captivated readers with his latest novel, “The Armor of Light.” Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous late 18th … Continue reading
COMMENTARY: (*** see ADDENDUM***) Mayor Kevin ASHE, the kind of mayor we all want???
The Durham Region Council tabled a review of property taxation. The proposal was to LOWER TAXATION. Interesting how MAYOR ASHE voted compared to Maurice Brenner, Linda Cook and Dave Pickles. Kind of makes ya wonder about Ashe, doesn’t it? _________________ … Continue reading
HEALTH: Better sleep tips for the over 60s
Tips for Better Sleep After 60
DURHAM REGION: Vote abolishes tax increase…but look how Mayor Ashe voted voted
First, a comment relating to pursuit to confirm this story which suggests a tax reduction has been voted/passed. It has not. The Durham Post reporter has misguided readers with the implied information. The tax reduction is being voted on at … Continue reading
DAVID FRUM: SUMMARY VERSION
The Hidden Economic Shift Behind Trump’s Canada Comments The Surface Story vs. Reality: Trump’s sudden praise for Mark Carney appeared to be about personal admiration The deeper truth: Canada gained enough economic leverage to make U.S. confrontation risky This reflects … Continue reading →