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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Unpublished Admin.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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Repeal Bill C-51

Dear Canadian Political Party Leaders: Canadian experts have spoken loudly and clearly against Bill C-51. Lawyers, privacy commissioners, intelligence officers... more

By Jillian Beach

October 3, 2015

Open Letter from Canadian Artists Against Bill C-51

The open letter below is on behalf of Canadian artists who are concerned about how Bill C-51 threatens their right to free expression. Dear Party Leaders, We... more

By James O'Grady

October 2, 2015

Green Party: Toward a Sustainable Economy

Sustainable Economy Because tomorrow is serious business. Canada is teetering on a recession for the second time since Stephen Harper became prime minister.... more

By Green Party of Canada

October 2, 2015

Chiarelli and Meilleur have a change of heart on Hydro One

QUEEN'S PARK - Wednesday, Leader of the Official Opposition Patrick Brown questioned Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli in the Legislature over revelations that the... more

By Ontario PC News

October 1, 2015

Harper Government Kills Universal Healthcare

It will take grassroots pressure to minimize the damage that will be caused to our healthcare system For some time now opponents to equitable, universal... more

By Mark Taliano

October 1, 2015

Video: Victims of Harperism

On September 19, 2015, several hundred 'mourners' staged a unique piece of street theatre in Ottawa—a Memorial March for the Victims of Harperism, featuring a... more

By John Davidson

September 30, 2015

Nepean independent candidate Harry Splett releases platform

As a member of Parliament, I will take NO salary & no expensive office. I will endeavour to personally respond to all calls for advice and help, and I will... more

By Harry Splett

September 30, 2015

Canada: The Ottawa Shootings and the Derogation of Constitutional Rights. Did Zebaf-Bibeau Act Alone?

The tragic shooting of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo on October 22, 2014 at the War Memorial in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada followed by a shoot-out at the House of Commons,... more

By Mark Taliano

September 30, 2015

Urban Forest Management Plan: Immediate action required

Dear Martha, Thank you for organizing the launch of the Urban Tree Management Plan yesterday at Landsdowne. There are many positive features of the... more

By Daniel Buckles

September 29, 2015

Harper leads in polls; Smart Voting needed to stop him!

Polling results released this morning by Nanos show the Conservatives ahead at 32.6 per cent across the country. The Liberals stand at 31.4, and the NDP at 27... more

By Nick Fillmore

September 29, 2015

Election Poll: The Battle for the Change Vote

Three out of four voters want change: but what does that mean? We asked the 76% of voters who said they preferred to see a change in government, whether they... more

By Abacus Data

September 29, 2015

NDP: Canada to show leadership on climate change with Tom Mulcair

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair today announced his plan to restore Canada’s environmental credibility at home and around the world by putting a price on carbon... more

By Unpublished Admin.

September 28, 2015

Ontario’s healthcare is at its tipping point

The future of Ontario’s healthcare is close to flat lining, that’s not a good thing; consider the symptoms that are leading us there. Hospital funding has been... more

By Rob Dekker

September 27, 2015

2015 Elections. Peacebuilding. TIME TO ASK QUESTIONS

During elections voices are heard. Questions teach. Questions open doors to learning and discovery for both the one who asks and those to whom the question... more

By Paul Maillet

September 27, 2015

Canada, ISIS and our $528 million bombing campaign

There is no military solution. The real question is how can Canada contribute to peace and stability in the region. I suggest 528 million dollars could save... more

By Paul Maillet

September 27, 2015