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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Unpublished Admin.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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This is not 'as good as it gets' on LRT bus detours. We can do better.

A bit of good news last week: the City will finally explore diverting empty buses from Albert and Scott Streets to reduce peak Scott bus traffic by 14%. Most... more

By Jeff Leiper

June 9, 2014

Is Yasir Naqvi really a "good MPP"

Recently Yasir Naqvi, current MPP for Ottawa Centre and Cabinet Minister printed these rather large elections signs with the tag line “re-elect a good MPP”.... more

By Scott Gorry

June 9, 2014

A Vote for Horwath Helps Elect Tim Hudak

(Toronto) With four days to go until Election Day, and on the 19th anniversary of Mike Harris’ election, it’s increasingly clear that the only way to prevent... more

By Ontario Liberal Party

June 8, 2014

All Parties Wanted the Gas Plants Cancelled

WHY DOES HUDAK FORGET HE WAS GOING TO CANCEL THE GAS PLANTS? This is worth the read....with Hudak and Horwath taking such a high road on the gas plants.....a... more

By Doug Feltmate

June 8, 2014

MacLeod hypocritical about election signs

So, my local MPP Lisa Macleod is going on and on about illegal signs. Meanwhile she has illegally placed signs all over the place. The by-law is clear you... more

By Donna Blackburn

June 8, 2014

This indie ISP is helping to shine a light on government spy requests

Canadians have been speaking out in huge numbers about the government’s mass surveillance of law-abiding citizens. For some time now, debate has focused on how... more

By Open Media

June 6, 2014

Wynne apologies not enough for this voter

Dear Premier Wynne, I watched the Ontario leaders debate Tuesday night and your numerous apologies stood out for me. I know it's not the first time you have... more

By Blake Batson

June 6, 2014

NDP responds to Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson's 5 election questions

Many Ottawa residents know that Mayor Jim Watson has asked 5 questions of all the major parties regarding issues deemed important to Ottawa City Council. These... more

By Alex Cullen

June 5, 2014

The Promise of Renewable Energy

Enough solar energy hits the Earth every minute to replace our use of fossil fuels globally for a year. With that kind of abundance, what could possibly be... more

By Kim Scott

June 5, 2014

Ontario Liberals get behind Phase 2 of Ottawa's LRT plan

Premier Kathleen Wynne was in Ottawa today to announce that a re-elected Liberal government will make the next phase of Ottawa’s light rail transit (LRT)... more

By Ontario Liberal Party

June 4, 2014

What I Would Have Said in the Debate

The leaders’ debate makes it clear that the political status quo is broken. Ontario desperately needs change. Tonight's debate failed to mention many... more

By Mike Schreiner

June 4, 2014

What does Yasir Naqvi know? What’s he hiding?

Ottawa - “Why does Yasir Naqvi want you to forget that he ever served as the President of the Ontario Liberal Party?” asks Rob Dekker, the Ontario Progressive... more

By Rob Dekker

June 4, 2014

Sustainability and the Ontario Election

Hello John, Thank you for giving me a few minutes today during the All candidates debate. I was happy to learn about your decision to print all your materials... more

By Manuel Costa

June 3, 2014

Increasing Vibrancy in Ottawa: It Can Be Done

People generally move to downtown neighbourhoods because they are seeking an element of vitality, excitement, culture, vibrancy, and certain amenities. But, as... more

By Jeff Morrison

June 2, 2014

End of public broadcasting?

Dear Friend, The wolf has doffed his sheep’s clothing and the gauntlet has been thrown. Please help finance our campaign for the CBC’s very survival.... more

By Friends of Canadian Broadcasting

June 2, 2014