Columns
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park – Pinching Myself Black and Blue
Most of us, at one time or another, have found ourselves in a situation that we thought was undoubtedly improbable or maybe one we could never even imagine. Right now, I feel like I am in one of those surreal … Continue reading
Carol Hughes’ Column – Much to Appreciate and Contemplate this Canada Day
We are only a few days away from Canada Day, and there certainly is a lot to celebrate. While last year’s celebrations were marked as a homecoming of sorts after a long couple of years dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, … Continue reading
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park 230615 – wildland firefighting teams are inadequately staffed
You don’t have to be a learned scholar to understand the importance of Ontario’s forests. Of course, forests are integral to the economy for tourism and raw materials. However, they play a crucial role in protecting our environment. They help … Continue reading
Carol Hughes’ Column – National Child Care Program One Step Closer
It feels as if Canadians have been waiting decades for a comprehensive national, affordable child care program, in many ways because they have. Former Prime Minister John Turner was the first to actively appoint a task force to examine the … Continue reading
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park 230609
The success of a democracy is relative to the degree of citizen engagement June 9, 2023 Sir Winston Churchill stands prominently in history as an outstanding orator, strategist and politician. He was a stalwart Prime Minister seeing the United Kingdom … Continue reading
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park for 230602
As I was mulling over topics for this week’s column, compiling a list in my mind, it occurred to me that I’ve written about healthcare issues several times in recent months. I was about to toss out the topic when … Continue reading
Carol Hughes’ Column – Artificial Intelligence Needs Regulation to Catch Up
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here. Once mostly the domain of cautionary science fiction and tech enthusiasts, AI systems have taken off and become mainstream seemingly overnight. Discussions surrounding AI have existed for well over half a century, when noted Computer … Continue reading
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park for 230526
Ontario is on the fast track to irreversible environmental ruin. All of us should be concerned. May 26, 2023 Few, or very few, people would argue that anything good came out of the Corona Virus pandemic. But, well, forgive me … Continue reading
Carol Hughes’ Column – Debate on Bill C-21 Now Moves Over to the Senate
The government’s firearms legislation, Bill C-21, recently passed in the House of Commons. With an increase in gun deaths in Canada through the past decade, it’s an important piece of legislation that, in its current iteration, will help crack down … Continue reading
Michael Mantha’s News from the Park for 230519
Most readers of this column know that while my career has recently hit some heavy seas of late, I believe that navigating such a trying storm has provided me with tremendous opportunities. The experience has allowed me to contemplate my … Continue reading
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