Opinion

Political paths, political journeys
I enjoyed reading Roderick Benns’ “Political Confessions,” (Benns’ Belief, April edition.) I have always been curious about how people arrive… Continue reading “Political paths, political journeys”

Accept change, don’t fear it
“Cancel culture, cancel culture, cancel culture”… we keep hearing it over and over in diatribes about how it’s “taking over”… Continue reading “Accept change, don’t fear it”

Show us the GO bus, Laurie Scott
Laurie Scott, MPP, I received your newsletter. On your list you say you want to support health and long-term care,… Continue reading “Show us the GO bus, Laurie Scott”

Benns’ Belief: Politicians are human — and so is learning from our mistakes
As we navigate Lockdown Number Whatever due to the pandemic it’s clear the politicians are determined to simply do what… Continue reading “Benns’ Belief: Politicians are human — and so is learning from our mistakes”

Food banks do not address issue of inadequate income
By Elaine Power Special to the Advocate This year, 2021, marks the 40th anniversary of the founding of Canada’s first food… Continue reading “Food banks do not address issue of inadequate income”

Podcast Teaser: Podcast host gets the shot – now braces for aftermath conversations
I got my shot. I got my shot. I got my shot. I’ve been repeating that statement, often, ever since… Continue reading “Podcast Teaser: Podcast host gets the shot – now braces for aftermath conversations”

Budget wish list: Basic income, affordable housing, a green economy and more
All eyes are on Chrystia Freeland now as Canada’s finance minister gets set to table the nation’s first budget in… Continue reading “Budget wish list: Basic income, affordable housing, a green economy and more”

