Opinion Columns

TLDSB recognizes no mandatory online training occurred for local teachers

Distance learning may be the new reality for Ontario students

Premier Doug Ford, in a surprisingly frank interview with CFRA Ottawa on March 26, told the host that he expects… Continue reading “Distance learning may be the new reality for Ontario students”

Garden of renewal is here, even as we cope with social distancing

It would be easy to imagine that everything is the same as I head outside to do the morning chores…. Continue reading “Garden of renewal is here, even as we cope with social distancing”

The silence is deafening

I went for a long walk last Saturday to get away for a few hours from the stress of continuous… Continue reading “The silence is deafening”

Men can learn by listening

I was lucky enough to grow up surrounded by strong women, many of whom — for the time — had… Continue reading “Men can learn by listening”

Trudeau just green lit a ‘basic income’ for Canadians this week

Trudeau just green lit a ‘basic income’ for Canadians

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has just announced a basic income for Canadians this past week. Well, he didn’t call it… Continue reading “Trudeau just green lit a ‘basic income’ for Canadians”

City’s announcement on bill paying was ‘clear and cold’

On a day like yesterday (Thursday, March 19), when so many Kawartha Lakes residents were dealing with being laid off… Continue reading “City’s announcement on bill paying was ‘clear and cold’”

Strange times: Feeling alone in self-isolation

How long can the Virus COVID-19 stay active on a surface like metal or wood? How long can a smile… Continue reading “Strange times: Feeling alone in self-isolation”