Reflection on injustices experienced by me and others from a Canadian woman's perspective.
Throughout the Covid-19 fiasco, I’ve kept quiet. Every day I’ve watched Prime Minister Trudeau give his 11:15 press conference, modeling effective behaviours of social distancing, self-isolating, and not being tested for the virus because he remains asymptomatic. I’ve thought to myself how his drama background prepared him for this daily exhibition of compassion and sincerity. I have …
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As you might know, there’s very little good television between Christmas and New Year’s. Those of us who spend quiet holidays are left to surf the channels or stream. This year I had not seen A&E’s new series The Untold Story. If I had noticed it through the year, I would have likely assumed it …
Last week I attended a Council Meeting at City Hall. The older, smaller indoor pool I frequent was on the chopping block and I wanted to represent my fellow swimmers’ opinion that this relic was worth saving. As I sat through other agenda items waiting to see if I would have the opportunity to speak, …
Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and in Canada November is Woman Abuse Month. In Canada, we seem to be moving forward – internationally not so. I am concerned about the United States. Why? The United States are seen as the forefront of women’s rights and, like it or not, …
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Remembrance Day is important. It is intended for us to remember, respect and be thankful for everyone those whom war has affected. It is all inclusive: those who fought, those who lost their lives, those who lost loved ones. Over the years, there have been some who have wanted to change the traditional red poppy …
Canada’s Election took place this past Monday and I worked at a Polling Station. I knew going in it was going to be a 14 – 18 hour day and even though it was a serious task, I was determined to have a little fun. Most of the day went smoothly; yet I walked away …
The Canadian election, happening Monday, October 21, 2019 is still too close to call. There are several factors that make it so. I’m not a political writer, but several non-Canadians readers have asked, so here’s my take on Canada’s election. I apologize for the length of this article up front. You might want to grab …
Even though our Canadian Rugby team is out of play at the World Cup, they’ve shown heart. Some of the Canadian team is staying to help with Japan’s recovery from the terrible typhoon. Couldn’t be more proud.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. It’s November in Canada. I don’t know why the difference, but it lends itself to me writing about it for the next few weeks. In the U.S. statistics say that three out of four people know someone who is or has been a victim of …
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There are few topics these days where one’s political preference is best put on the back burner: Saving our environment is definitely one of them. So, politics aside, I am proud that this Canadian world leader did the polite thing and met with Greta Thunberg today; especially when others wouldn’t even glance her way. Since …
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