Opinion

National census reflects who we are and how we are changing

There are many things we can learn from other countries, but one lesson involving nearby New York state is particularly… Continue reading “National census reflects who we are and how we are changing”

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

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”