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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Unpublished Admin.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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Poor public policy on proposed tax exemption

I am puzzled by the lack of reaction to David Reevely’s excellent article, which reported on a proposal before council to exempt a specific property owner (... more

By William (Bill) Toms

December 13, 2014

Environmental groups ask NEB to include climate change when assessing pipeline projects

To: Mr. Watson, Chairman National Energy Board of Canada Mr. Watson, We, the undersigned organizations and groups are writing to clearly demand the... more

By Ecology Ottawa

December 12, 2014

Heading to D.C. to show decision-makers that Internet users ‘gon run this town

This post is from OpenMedia and does not represent the Fair Deal Coalition. On behalf of OpenMedia and our growing international community of supporters, I... more

By Open Media

December 11, 2014

A look at our amazing accomplishments in 2014!

I’d like to start off by first thanking everyone who joined in helping to make 2014 an incredible year of growth, transformation and kindness at PACT. With the... more

By PACT URBAN PEACE PROGRAM TORONTO

December 11, 2014

NCC releases Linear Park along Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway - Consultation Report

Today, the NCC released the consultation report for the planning workshop held on May 27, 2014, regarding a linear park along the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway... more

By Unpublished Admin.

December 11, 2014

Senator Bob Runciman: Join me in supporting Lisa for Leader

Dear friends, I am writing to announce my endorsement and support for my friend, Lisa MacLeod, as the next leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party... more

By Lisa MacLeod

December 10, 2014

It's time for Ontario to liberate local beer

It's time for Ontario to liberate local beer. It makes no sense to persist in enabling big beer to have an unfair advantage over our homegrown craft breweries... more

By Mike Schreiner

December 9, 2014

Protection of Public Participation Act

I am pleased to inform you that our government is taking steps to protect the freedom of people who speak out on matters of public interest. The Protection... more

By Yasir Naqvi

December 7, 2014

Protection of Public Participation Act

Dear Friends, I am pleased to inform you that our government is taking steps to protect the freedom of people who speak out on matters of public interest. The... more

By Yasir Naqvi

December 3, 2014

Ottawa Municipal Election: United Community Vote Made The Difference in Kitchissippi

As we know, most people are indifferent to elections, and surprisingly for municipal ones (which directly affect us the most), even more so. However, in Ottawa... more

By Joe Foster

December 3, 2014

Developing Nations Need Renewable Energy

Several years ago I helped to launch a new business that we envisioned would enable developing nations around the world to power themselves, to in effect power... more

By Graeme Boyce

December 2, 2014

URGENT ACTION -- Prominent Afghani artist Hanifa Alizada Denied Canadian Visa

From: Dianne Varga Sent: November 25, 2014 10:02 PM To: Chris.Alexander@parl.gc.ca Cc: Elizabeth.May@parl.gc.ca Subject: URGENT ACTION -- Afghan artist and... more

By Dianne Varga

November 27, 2014

Carling Avenue LRT Concept Design Study

Rationale for Carling Corridor Implementation Issues Network Integration Operations Concept Capital cost Maintenance Facility Why Carling Avenue? Professor... more

By Clive Doucet

November 25, 2014

Letter to Canada Post concerning Community Mailboxes

Dear Mrs. Traversy, I feel compelled to write you this open letter because my answer to the community mailboxes questionnaire can only fail to convey what I... more

By Terrence Lonergan

November 25, 2014

LRT Phase 2 - need for Plan B

There has been much gnashing of teeth and frothing of the mouth regarding the NCC's recent rejection of the City's plan to extend its LRT plan along the Ottawa... more

By Alex Cullen

November 25, 2014