Opinion

Pros and cons in accommodations for seniors in the Kawarthas

Pros and cons in accommodations for seniors in the Kawarthas

In the first edition of Aging in the Kawarthas we briefly discussed the aging population of Ontario and options for… Continue reading “Pros and cons in accommodations for seniors in the Kawarthas”

Reflections on the economy-ecology paradox

Reflections on the economy-ecology paradox

In the 1960s, the inescapable logic of Star Trek’s Mr. Spock left an indelible mark on some TV viewers, including… Continue reading “Reflections on the economy-ecology paradox”

An inconvenient column: Local climate change educators walk the talk

An inconvenient column: Local climate change educators walk the talk

When I meet with Deborah Pearson and Ginny Colling it’s over herbal tea and Mickael’s day-olds, and their only pressing… Continue reading “An inconvenient column: Local climate change educators walk the talk”

Ryan Alexander: It's about quality of life at all stages of life

Ryan Alexander: It’s about quality of life at all stages of life

Death is an uncomfortable subject. Many of us shy away from talking about it.  Not Ryan Alexander, though: as Manager… Continue reading “Ryan Alexander: It’s about quality of life at all stages of life”

Community Dental Clinic provides affordable dentistry for all ages

April is traditionally known as Oral Health Month in Canada. It’s just one of the times of year when the… Continue reading “Community Dental Clinic provides affordable dentistry for all ages”

Rural transportation as social right and economic investment

Rural transportation as social right and economic investment

“Need a lift?” Anyone living – or growing up – in the Kawartha Lakes knows this question well. In fact,… Continue reading “Rural transportation as social right and economic investment”

The potholes of Kawartha Lakes: It’s a big City out there

“I’m fixing a hole where the rain gets in, and stops my mind from wondering where it will go” —… Continue reading “The potholes of Kawartha Lakes: It’s a big City out there”