Opinion

PSW stories from the heart
After being notified that the last article about Personal Support Workers had over 190,000 views, I realize that writing from… Continue reading “PSW stories from the heart”

Democracy: Go do what much of the world wishes it could do
Voting, like almost everything else that takes time and effort, is very easy to talk yourself out of doing. The… Continue reading “Democracy: Go do what much of the world wishes it could do”

Being a PSW is one of the toughest jobs in the caring professions
I can still remember it like it was yesterday, I was 17 years old and knew that I wanted to… Continue reading “Being a PSW is one of the toughest jobs in the caring professions”

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”

Aging in the Kawarthas: Creativity required
Seniors who call Kawartha Lakes their home can consider themselves blessed as we live in a lovely place. Small towns,… Continue reading “Aging in the Kawarthas: Creativity required”

The $38 million problem as election campaign begins
With the 2018 Ontario election campaign now underway, this month’s Community Care commentary continues to stress the need for accessible… Continue reading “The $38 million problem as election campaign begins”

Forests and ships: Planning for the future with flexibility
Maximilien de Béthune, duc de Sully (1560-1641) was first minister and right-hand man of Henry IV of France. He was also… Continue reading “Forests and ships: Planning for the future with flexibility”

