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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Unpublished Admin.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 Valarie Findlay
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New York Times OpEd: Was Trump campaign in contact with Russia?
“Mr. President-elect, can you stand here today, once and for all and say that no one connected to you or your campaign had any contact with Russia leading... more
 
By James O'Grady
January 12, 2017
Crime Prevention Ottawa approves 2017 Operational Plan
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By Unpublished Admin.
January 12, 2017
The dangers of embracing negative and irresponsible populism in Canadian politics
The dangers of embracing negative and irresponsible populism in Canadian politics It’s time to take a stand. After listening to worried Canadians in every... more
 
By Lisa Raitt
January 11, 2017
Véronique Soucy unveils her priorities for Ottawa-Vanier
Ottawa, Ontario – Véronique Soucy, official candidate for the federal Liberal nomination in Ottawa-Vanier, represents the voice of progress. A woman of heart... more
 
By Unpublished Admin.
January 10, 2017
KNL winter tree cutting threatens wildlife
It is very distressing to learn (West Carleton Review – December 22/16) that tree cutting in the Kanata Lakes North Development is slated to start any day.... more
 
By Donna DuBreuil
January 9, 2017
Ottawa Autonomous Vehicles Summit 2017
The Kanata North Business Association in partnership with the Canadian Automated Vehicles Centre of Excellence (CAVCOE), and the Conference Board of Canada... more
 
By Kanata North Business Association
January 8, 2017
What do consent forms allow the Children's Aid Society to do and why?
It's a funding strategy, a loophole, that lets the society go on a fishing expedition as long as the society's workers can trick, threaten and intimidate... more
 
By Derek James
January 7, 2017
Culture and Modernity: a Middle Eastern Example
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By Yasser Harrak
January 6, 2017
Less than helpful: Legal Aid and Family lawyers
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By Derek James
January 5, 2017
This Article is Breaking the Law
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By Kelley Denham
January 4, 2017
Deficit fears overblown
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By Larry Kazdan
January 3, 2017
The Last Supper
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By Qais GHANEM
January 2, 2017
Kana:tso Mohawk Indian Reserve, Chaudiere Falls
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By Jason Arbour
January 1, 2017
Is drinking water bad for you?
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By Louis Gacsi
December 31, 2016