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Liberals, PCs, have nothing to celebrate after Ontario by-elections
Governing Liberals in trouble despite two wins; PC leader Hudak facing insurrection Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath. The NDP did well in last night’s Ontario by-elections. Photo: handout. The...
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Justin Trudeau pot policy a refreshing option
Canadian government should seriously consider Justin Trudeau pot policy By Terry Field Legalizing marijuana use in Canada could be the best way, and maybe the only way, to protect children inclined...
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What the hell is wrong with Canadian newspapers?
Two reasons why Canadian newspapers are failing Writers are never supposed to repeat the headline in their lede, but in this case it bears repeating: What the hell is wrong with Canadian newspapers?...
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Vancouver expensive, about to get a whole lot more expensive
Public picking up tab for Vancouver “self-supported” projects Integrity BC’s Dermod Travis warns taxpayers in Metro Vancouver to keep a keen eye on so-called self-funded projects in the city as most of...
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Toronto Centre by-election shaping up as battle of media giants
Riding not likely to have an MP focused on local issues when the by-election is over Journalist Linda McQuaig is seeking the NDP nomination for the Toronto Centre by-election. Toronto Centre — the seat...
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The inmates are running the TransLink asylum – taxpayers federation
Canadian Taxpayers Federation says TransLink using taxes and fare hikes to fund useless projects By Jordan Bateman, Canadian Taxpayers Federation With the breed of senior executives running TransLink...
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Sun News Network decision by CRTC marks the end of a regime
The internet has undone the CRTC’s attempts to control Canadian culture Yesterday was the kind of day future generations in Canada will look at in wonder. The CRTC has rejected Sun News Network request...
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First Nations should be partners in creating prosperity
First Nations have a constitutional right to be included in resource development. Canadian business community understands First Nations must be partners By Carolyn Bennett Over the past 18 months...
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Government overspending – Who’s cleaning up the mess?
Fiscal conservatives shouldn’t be encouraged to take on government overspending There’s an old joke about politicians: if their lips are moving, you know they’re lying. That’s especially true about...
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The troubled life of Canadian politicians
Whatever the party, whatever personal ideals, reality is biting all Canadian politicians Conservative, Green, Liberal, New Democrat, it doesn’t matter. Canadian politicians are having a bad year....
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Deadly force – don’t rush to judgement, says top cop
Toronto Constable James Forcillo charged with second degree murder in the police shooting of Sammy Yatim in late July. Photo: R.I.P. Sammy Yatim Facebook page. A police shooting with deadly force takes...
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No more corporate welfare bums, thank you, we have plenty
Beacon columnist Bruce Stewart says Bombardier is one of Canada’s most egregious corporate welfare bums. Corporate welfare bums on the government teat don’t help build the country Corporate welfare...
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Justin Trudeau pot smoking – Scandal or smart politics?
Will Justin Trudeau be able to turn his pot smoking into a political asset? Photo: Troy Media. Canadian polling data suggest Justin Trudeau pot smoking in line with majority of voters By Doug Firby...
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Justin Trudeau dope smoking – Canadians just don’t care
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau with wife Sophie and children. Photo: Facebook. Justin Trudeau has ignited public debate over marijuana laws Whoa, dude, Justin Trudeau smokes pot! Yeah, him and most of...
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Tailings ponds damaging oil sands international image
The death of 1,600 ducks on a Syncrude tailings pond 5 years was an international scandal. Pembina Institute says Alberta government has failed to properly regulate tailings ponds By Jennifer Grant...
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Vacations – Take a few days before Labour Day
Workers and business owners who take vacations are more productive – studies prove it! By Laura Jones At this time of year I am prone to flashes of dread. It happens every time I hear a back to...
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Canadian banks should be held accountable
Financial institutions speak the language of money. If they are indeed abusing the trust of ordinary Canadians then they should be held accountable. – Nelson Peters. Common law provides all the...
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Alberta flood costs show why you don’t misspend in good times
A van and car succumb to the raging torrent of the Elbow River flooding waters in Calgary Saturday. Photo: Neil Young, nyphotos.ca. Multi-billion hole in next five years’ budgets due to Alberta flood...
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Syria – Why do chemical weapons require military response?
President Barack Obama says Syria’s decision to use chemical weapons requires a military response. Photo: Handout. President Barack Obama announces Saturday America will attack Syria for using chemical...
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Is Rob Ford lying about Toronto debt dropping?
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford is already honing his election campaign message for 2014. Photo: Facebook. Rob Ford lying about government debt is common among Canadian politicians The Great Canadian Liar’s...
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