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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]
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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Unpublished Admin.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]
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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]
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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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By Unpublished Admin.
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By Derek Flegg
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Ottawa Police Services and Capital Pride: Look Back, Before We Repeat A History Not Worth Repeating
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By Valarie Findlay
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Unverified Abuse: A Crime Hump Vignette
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By Kelley Denham
July 5, 2017
Dear Ottawa Police Services Board ...
Time and time again, the Ottawa Police Services Board (OPSB) and its Chair, Eli El-Chantiry, have been given the opportunity to demonstrate their willingness... more
 
By Valarie Findlay
July 3, 2017
A Ray of Light for Canadian electoral reform: A new voting construct may be on pause but it’s still very much needed
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By Wayne Pajunen
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By Ken Billings
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The Crime Hump Chronicles: Hot Date
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By Kelley Denham
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Do good intentions trump the lives of children suffering in Ontario's child protection system?
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By Derek Flegg
June 29, 2017
Largest Economic Drains Hidden From View
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By Larry Elford
June 29, 2017
Canada: Carbon Pricing Is Not Enough
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By Rolly Montpellier
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Ralph Nader: Driverless Cars - Hype, Hubris and Distractions
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By Unpublished Admin.
June 27, 2017
Why Digital Marketers have such a bad name
I'm sick and tired of people claiming to be digital marketers and taking advantage of business owners. Digital marketing can be a very effective way of... more
 
By Jesse Perreault
June 27, 2017
Dear Beverly McLaughlin, Canada has over 100 financial Rigulators... and no Regulators in sight?
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By Larry Elford
June 26, 2017
Policing's Bad Apples: When The Rot Eats Through The Barrel
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By Valarie Findlay
June 25, 2017