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Reversing Carbon Emissions- Why Soil Could Save The World

Vivian Kaloxilos | November 18, 2015 | in [field_lettertype]

Can we do it? Is it already too late? Many of us are wondering how we can possibly turn the juggernaut of limited industrial profit-based materialism around. Time to stop wondering and worrying—yes it is possible—and we are already doing it. Although the statement “the answer lies in the soil” seems too simplistic, this time it is true. Healthy,... More

EU must accept Ukraine and come to its defence

James O'Grady | March 3, 2022 | in [field_lettertype]

John Ivison is right in his column on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. What if the collective effort of western nations isn’t enough to save the fledging democracy of Ukraine from being destroyed, in real-time, in front of our eyes? I believe the West cannot afford to make the mistake we made in WWII with the appeasement of Hitler. In much the... More

Alberta RCMP make arrests at Coutts Border Blockade

Unpublished Admin. | February 14, 2022 | in [field_lettertype]

NEWS RELEASE The Alberta RCMP recently became aware of a small organized group within the larger Coutts protest. Information was received that this group had access to a cache of firearms with a large quantity of ammunition. The group was said to have a willingness to use force against the police if any attempts were made to disrupt the... More

Ottawa City Council Climate Watch: Delay is the new denial

Angela Keller-Herzog | December 19, 2021 | in [field_lettertype]

Mayor Jim Watson’s announced departure means that his lock-grip on committees and votes comes to an end. Suddenly new future pathways and new choices are opening up for Ottawa. But are Ottawans ready to step up? Voter turn-out in the 2018 municipal election was only 42.5% -- far behind voter turn out for provincial and federal elections. With... More

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Referendum advocates happily ignoring the real question

Re: The Liberal government does not have the right to unilaterally change our voting system (http://news.nationalpost.com/full-comment/rex-murphy-the-liberal-... more

By Julien Lamarche

January 2, 2016

Danny Francis is dead & so are some others

Every few weeks another story about the Ministry of Children breaks. This time MCFD's regrettable connection may relate to legislation as opposed to case... more

By Ron Unruh

January 2, 2016

An Open Letter To Our Canadian Government - Where Are Children’s Rights?

Dear Mr. Prime Minister, I am no expert, and I certainly realize I have zero authority or influence, when it comes to changing the laws of human rights. As a... more

By Melanie Campbell

January 2, 2016

'First Past the Post' not worth defending

To the editor, Re: Liberals' election plan shows early-onset arrogance, December 29, pg A3 Saskatoon StarPhoenix I must take issue with Les MacPherson’s... more

By Mark Johnson

January 1, 2016

Ottawa 2014 municipal election compliance audits seriously 'lacking' in detail

Open Letter December 31, 2015 Mr. Ted McMeekin, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Dear Minister, On December 14, 2015 the City of Ottawa Election... more

By Pat Ready

December 31, 2015

Snowfall kicks off Gatineau Park cross-country ski and snowshoe season

Canada’s Capital Region - With this week’s heavy snowfall, the cross-country ski and snowshoe season is officially open in Gatineau Park, the Capital’s... more

By Unpublished Admin.

December 30, 2015

Open Letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: Reconciling the Nation-to-Nation Relationship

Kwey Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Re: Reconciling the Nation-to-Nation Relationship Congratulations on winning the election and on becoming Canada’s 23rd... more

By Lynn Gehl

December 29, 2015

#8 Intent in Contracting

Are you confused and don’t understand the names given to the various procurement documents that you see on the electronic bid boards? If so you are in the... more

By Allan Cutler

December 28, 2015

Good Liars Comedy Team Video: Building the Trump Tower Wall

As the reported on the Huffington Post US: Guerrilla comedy duo The Good Liars think Trump is right; we should build a wall. But let's build that wall where... more

By Unpublished Admin.

December 27, 2015

Open letter to the predator who followed me during my mid-week run

If you are a woman who runs, or care about one who does, please consider sharing my message below. I prefer to run alone, but I always run in daylight. I... more

By James O'Grady

December 26, 2015

Canada, free the dam falls!

During this time of “reconciliation” Canada is permitting the further destruction of an Algonquin Anishinaabeg sacred site located in what is now called the... more

By Lynn Gehl

December 24, 2015

No Accountability on Provincial Funds, As Ontario’s Finances Are in Major Trouble

The Liberal Party in Ontario has been in power for over a decade. Most governments regardless of party get a little bit too comfy in their positions to... more

By Jason Koblovsky

December 23, 2015

Douglas Cardinal speaks about the value and meaning of the sacred Chaudiere site

Video of Mr. Cardinal was captured at public art & activism event, OchsFest, held Dec. 19, 2015 Ottawa, ON

By Freeing Chaudière Falls and its Islands

December 23, 2015

Tito Medina sings for the spirit of the water at sacred Chaudiere Falls site

About 120 people heard speakers and singers raise their voices in support of an Indigenous vision for a waterfall and islands that the City of Ottawa, the... more

By Freeing Chaudière Falls and its Islands

December 23, 2015

Kevin Schofield urges protection of sacred islands at Chaudiere Falls in the Ottawa River

Video of Mr. Schofield was captured at public art & activism event, OchsFest, held Dec. 19, 2015 Ottawa, ON

By Freeing Chaudière Falls and its Islands

December 23, 2015