Opinion
Forests and ships: Planning for the future with flexibility
Maximilien de Béthune, duc de Sully (1560-1641) was first minister and right-hand man of Henry IV of France. He was also… Continue reading “Forests and ships: Planning for the future with flexibility”
How a basic income could help young families
A few weeks ago, I had lively discussions with two groups of young mothers. They were open, honest and articulate. … Continue reading “How a basic income could help young families”
Dana Bowman: ‘Everything I do centres on poverty reduction’
It’s just a week before the deadline for submissions from Ontario communities that want to be chosen for the Ontario… Continue reading “Dana Bowman: ‘Everything I do centres on poverty reduction’”
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
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
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
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”
