Opinion

I’m dreaming of a green Christmas
It is surely ironic that Christmas, the celebration of a child born to a homeless couple, has become one of… Continue reading “I’m dreaming of a green Christmas”

The active transportation alternative: 10 great benefits
So, if we can agree that, as argued in an earlier column, Lindsay is a car-first community, what would be… Continue reading “The active transportation alternative: 10 great benefits”

Ten clues that Lindsay is a car-first town
Lindsay has some well-loved trails that provide recreational opportunities for walkers and bicyclists. But when it comes to getting around… Continue reading “Ten clues that Lindsay is a car-first town”

The Great War’s legacy in Kawartha Lakes
At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in the eleventh month of the year, Canadians from coast to coast… Continue reading “The Great War’s legacy in Kawartha Lakes”

Dorothea Weise and the symphony of colour
For close to 15 years Dorothea and her husband, Karl, lived two doors down from us. Quieter, more considerate neighbours… Continue reading “Dorothea Weise and the symphony of colour”

The case for a living wage — a social contract and moral imperative
This is Living Wage Week, part of a campaign to encourage employers to pay a wage that is significantly higher… Continue reading “The case for a living wage — a social contract and moral imperative”

Your own network might be your best friend for job seeking
So, your resume is done, you have a realistic job goal and you are ready to begin your job search…. Continue reading “Your own network might be your best friend for job seeking”