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CONSERVATIVE PARTY: PICKERING-BROOKLIN
CAMPAIGN OFFICE: 1755 Pickering Parkway, Unit A14, Pickering PH: 289-401-4451 Candidate availability Alicia Vianga is available at the campaign office every morning at 10 am. This availability may be changed during the Easter Weekend. ________________
PICKERING: Councillor Brenner publishes excellent newsletter
Check out Councillor’s NEWSLETTER… _____________ Councillor Brenner lets no grass grow under his feet. He’s everywhere, participating in everything, attending events everywhere. Now, he issues another edition of his informative and comprehensive newsletter. Newsletter covers a lot Brenner’s newsletter covers … Continue reading
HEALTH: Be aware of the SYMPTOMS – Stroke, Heart Attack
Pay attention to warning signs our body gives us. Strokes and heart attacks often come with early symptoms, but they’re easy to brush off if you’re not aware. For heart attacks, some of the common early signs are: Chest discomfort … Continue reading
CANADA VOTES: I like Jagmeet Singh !
I like Jagmeet Singh ! Jagmeet Singh looks like a very sincere man, one who has principles and values. I recognize one cannot judge a book by its cover, but this cover offers a sense of authenticity and … Continue reading
PICKERING: City celebrates 25th anniversary with new banners
The City of Pickering marked a significant milestone in its 25th anniversary celebrations with the unveiling of specially curated art banners, now prominently displayed on the exteriors of Pickering City Hall and the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (CHDRC). Designed … Continue reading
TRAVEL: A terrifying reason to avoid Trump’s America
There’s a terrifying reason to avoid Trump’s America President Donald Trump holds an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on April 9, 2025, in Washington. By Bruce ArthurColumnist Bruce Arthur is a columnist for the Star. … Continue reading
PICKERING: Land Development, TACC Developers, commentariesat City Hall, maybe? ?
Something is troubling about this land development… TACC Developments has started work on land they purchased from a local farmer during COVID times — land that was part of the now-infamous Greenbelt scandal. This area, near Concession 3 … Continue reading
CANADAVOTES: Election SZP
Predicting the election at this mid-campaign point may be a fool’s folly, but Carney and the Liberals maintain a very healthy lead in every poll since Carney became leader of the Party. Carney doing right Carney may be politically inexperienced, … Continue reading
DURHAM POLICE: Attack incident at AJAX library
Racism, hate incidents, personal assault…all too prevalent even though we seem to be working hard to eradicate from our society. This attack took place in the Ajax Public Library…a woman wearing a hijab was assaulted and her apparel was almost … Continue reading
MAYOR ASHE’S Desk: March summary and commentary
Mayor Ashe’s COUNCIL MEETINGS SUMMARY – March, 2025 Hey Pickering, It’s Mayor Kevin Ashe and here’s some of the monthly reach out to our council meetings. It’s last night’s meeting at March 24th, I’d like to update you on. Pickleball … Continue reading
BOOKS: ‘Reedsy’ – a place to discover interesting books to read
Here’s a website for book lovers. It offers suggestions for future reading, reviews of books and opportunities for publishing your own material if you are a writer. Check it out and browse its stacks -> REEDSY
HEALTH: Dementia is more common than many people think
Nearly 1 million Canadians have dementia to some extent. I have had moments where I have forgotten something, forgotten a person’s name, gone down to the cantina but forgot why, forgotten the name of an organization that I deal with often. … Continue reading
CANDIDATES
CONSERVATIVES Alicia Vianga LIBERALS Juanita Nathan NDP James Nye GREEN PARTY Andrea Wood PEOPLE’s PARTY OF CANADA Lisa Robinson CENTRIST PARTY OF CANADA Zainab Rana
PRICE PLANS
PRICING PLANS I am NOT SELLING. This ‘price list’ is a suggestion for donations that I use to defray the cost of producing this website and its associated monthly newsletter. Don’t write me to quibble. If you see value in my work, … Continue reading
TECH: 10 Commandments of SAFE COMPUTING
Fortify Your Defenses Install strong antivirus/anti-malware software and keep it updated. I use and recommend Emsisoft as well as Windows Defender. Guard Your Gateway Experts advise one should secure their home router with a unique password. Routers come with default … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: The power of the vote means little
Voters are being conned…by the politicians for whom they voted. By the government that developed an electoral system that is flawed in many ways and many instances. First, the Canadian parliamentary system is worth little. Your ballot is used to … Continue reading
AMICA PICKERING: It was all GREEK…just terrific !
Opah! Athens, Patras, Lamia, Kalamata and Corinth…maybe we couldn’t get there easily but AMICA PICKERING brought here! Thursday, April 3rd, was Greek Day at AMICA PICKERING. Music from the Ionian islands, iconic Greek foods, accompanied by Amica’s bar specials. The … Continue reading
*** An introduction to the CANDIDATE: JUANITA NATHAN
The Liberal Party’s statement The Liberal party has made significant investments in infrastructure. affordable housing and healthcare to support families and ensure no one is left behind in Pickering-Brooklin. However, global economic uncertainty and trade wars now threaten our jobs, … Continue reading
*** 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
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
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
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
ELECTION CANADA: Party members dissatisfied with Poilievre’s campaign
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Coghill spring edition
https://www.szpin.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Words-to-Inspire.pdf
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
*** 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
*** CANDIDATE: Andrea Wood
Andrea phoned me once, promised to get back to me with more information….never happened.
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
The SZPINNER APR 2025 Issue
https://www.szpin.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/APRIL-2025-Newsletter-FINAL.pdf
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
FEDERAL PARTY PROMISES and more information
FEDERAL PARTIES COMPARISON below: CONSERVATIVE PARTY POLICIES -> POLICIES https://www.szpin.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/promises-4-5-25.pdf
ELECTION NEWS: Liberals hold six-point lead over Conservatives: Leger poll (MAR 25)
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
BULL SH*T from the campaign trail: Poilievre pledges to cut personal income taxes
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CONSTITUENCY of PICKERING-BROOKLIN w surrounding region
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
*** CANDIDATE: Juanita Nathan
Juanita Nathan was nominated 3/26/25 More information is forthcoming.
*** Candidate PICKERING-BROOKLIN: ALICIA VIANGA website
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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
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
*** 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
IDIOT: 90% of the world know who you’re referring to when you say, “He’s an idiot!”
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
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
This is downright FRIGHTENING !
https://www.szpin.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TRUMP-1984-pdf.pdf
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
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
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
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
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
TESLA sales have started to drop like stones in water…wonder why?
Hey USA – got a short message for ya !
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
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
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
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
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.
Way ta go Doggie…maybe ya didn’t get the votes, but ya got our support in this!
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
COMMENTS & OPINIONS: More transparency needed about Councillor expenses
The City of Pickering tries to maintain proper “Accountability and Transparency” with Council Expenses. Please take note of the list that is called “Council Expenses” which residents can find in the newly designed and highly expensive, tax payer paid, … Continue reading →