Opinion

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

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”

Budget wish list: Basic income, affordable housing, a green economy and more

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”

Benns’ Belief: Political confessions

Benns’ Belief: Political confessions

I grew up in a family that voted Conservative, if they voted at all, because that’s how my grandparents had… Continue reading “Benns’ Belief: Political confessions”

Affordable housing in Fenelon a priority but compromise is possible

Imagine that you live in Fenelon Falls and have a child with an intellectual disability. As your child becomes an… Continue reading “Affordable housing in Fenelon a priority but compromise is possible”