Opinion Columns

Myth busting two big lies as we fight to keep basic income alive

As advocates, we are fighting hard to keep the basic income program alive here in Lindsay. We are heartened by… Continue reading “Myth busting two big lies as we fight to keep basic income alive”

Basic Income gone: Ford’s abrupt cancellation of program devastates Lindsay

All over Ontario PC Leader Doug Ford promised over and over that “a new day will dawn in Ontario,” should… Continue reading “Basic Income gone: Ford’s abrupt cancellation of program devastates Lindsay”

Great to be home

Great to be home in Kawartha Lakes

In the late 1970s or early 80s, you may have spotted a young boy with red hair and freckles fishing… Continue reading “Great to be home in Kawartha Lakes”

PSWs love what they do and show leadership by serving

PSWs love what they do and show leadership by serving

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) and caregivers are an intricate part of health care for any age, and indeed are overworked… Continue reading “PSWs love what they do and show leadership by serving”

The Lindsay Advocate – serving the area since 1855

The Lindsay Advocate – serving the area since 1855

Sometimes good ideas are merely a continuation of old ideas. What seems like a unique concept may actually be an… Continue reading “The Lindsay Advocate – serving the area since 1855”

What’s true and what’s not? Stay informed in the era of fake news

Before Donald Trump co-opted the term, ‘fake news’ used to mean something. We are surrounded by more information and disinformation… Continue reading “What’s true and what’s not? Stay informed in the era of fake news”

Lindsay's Tim Hortons not willing to talk about wages, employee incentives

Lindsay’s Tim Hortons not willing to talk about wages, employee incentives

Last week’s national headlines were dominated by the Tim Hortons brand. Not surprising. In nearby Cobourg, the owners of the… Continue reading “Lindsay’s Tim Hortons not willing to talk about wages, employee incentives”