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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Unpublished Admin.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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Beware: opinion pages can be loose with the facts

In the Information Age, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself from misinformation and find reliable sources. This week, some tips on reading... more

By Erich Jacoby-Hawkins

February 2, 2014

Re: The Best Teachers Should Be Paid Better

I thought I'd share these pair of Letters to the Editor from the 28 January Globe and Mail in repsonse to the paper's editorial "The Best Teachers Should be... more

By Bob Barrigar

February 2, 2014

The four myths of business innovation in Canada - Part 1 of 6

AKA – Tales from the paper dragon … myth or reality? Part 1 – Introduction Industry Canada recently published on their website a consultation paper (... more

By Ian Graham

February 1, 2014

One week to shape the future of Canadian science!

Dear Canadians, The federal government is asking Canadians to share their thoughts on how to strengthen science, technology and innovation in Canada to inform... more

By Katie Gibbs

January 31, 2014

Re: Trudeau’s Senate gambit a tactical masterstroke

The reason I like Justin Trudeau's move is that it takes a step in the direction of making the Senate less partisan. I don't think there's anyone who argues... more

By James Anderson

January 31, 2014

Calling Harper's bluff over Israel

Last week, Stephen Harper, the Prime Minister of Canada, paid a three-day visit to Israel, with brief stops at Ramallah and Amman. The delegation was so huge... more

By Qais GHANEM

January 30, 2014

What's good for the environment is good for our community

In her column, “Environmental expectations come at a price” (Ottawa Citizen, Jan. 21, 2014), Joanne Chianello describes two solitudes when it comes to... more

By Martin Canning

January 30, 2014

Letter to Ministry of Municipal Affairs + Housing re: Official Plan

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Eastern Municipal Services Office Rockwood House 8 Estate Lane Kinsgston, Ontario K7M 9A8 Attention: Andrea Gummo Re... more

By Greenspace Alliance of Canada's Capital

January 26, 2014

Chief Theresa Spence's Open letter to National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief and Ontario Regional Chief, Chiefs of Ontario

At this time I would like to convey my thoughts and concerns to the Leadership on how our grassroots members have continuously attempted to convey their... more

By Unpublished Admin.

January 25, 2014

What Kathleen Wynne Does Not Know is Harmful to Bears--and to People

Ignorance Trumps Facts in the Interest of Votes Neither Kathleen Wynne (the Premier of Ontario), nor David Orazietti (the province’s Minister of Natural... more

By Barry Kent MacKay

January 24, 2014

Letter from Daryl Katz to Oilers Fans

To Oilers Fans Everywhere: We all thought this was going to be the year the Oilers turned the corner. Obviously, that hasn’t happened, and it hurts. It’s... more

By Unpublished Admin.

January 22, 2014

The War on Knowledge by Stephen Harper’s Conservatives

There is trouble in the realms of science and knowledge in Canada. Canada is witnessing a systematic and wilful attack on its scientific community and heritage... more

By Rolly Montpellier

January 22, 2014

Open letter to Premier: It's time to support Ontario's food processing sector

Dear Premier Wynne: Now is the time to take bold action to support Ontario’s food processing sector. The closure of the Heinz plant in Leamington and the... more

By Mike Schreiner

January 20, 2014

Martin Canning has a vision for a new Ottawa

Martin Canning has a vision for a new Ottawa. "The Somerset ward candidate says city council has been 'going at it alone,' for too long and hopes his campaign... more

By Martin Canning

January 20, 2014

Radio interview about UnpublishedOttawa.com on CKCU

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By Unpublished Admin.

January 19, 2014