The decline in civility threatens to erode the core social structures that sustain civilization In a civilized society, the benefits of stability, security, and mutual respect allow us to live without constant fear, trusting in a social fabric that keeps us safe. But this “umbrella” of civility is beginning to look tattered, showing signs of
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Ontario Coroner’s Report Reveals Troubling MAiD Trends
November 27th, 2024
The gaps in Canadian law around MAiD are glaring. Canadian lawmakers cannot afford to wait and see what happens – they must act now. Recent reports from the Office of the Chief Coroner (OCC) of Ontario reveal troubling trends about Ontarians accessing MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) due to socioeconomic and psychological vulnerabilities. The OCC’s…
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Israël-Palestine: L’interprétation du conflit et son évolution
November 26th, 2024
Au fil des ans, le rôle et la place de la question religieuse dans le conflit israélo-palestinien a évolué Dans son livre The Question of Palestine, Edward Saïd considérait en 1979 la religion comme un élément important du conflit, mais secondaire. Il expliquait : “Le conflit entre sionistes et Palestiniens n’est pas essentiellement religieux, même…
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Canada’s Income and Wealth Gap is Worse Than Ever
October 16th, 2024
The latest data on income inequality and wealth paint a clear picture: the gap between the richest and poorest is growing New data out of Statistics Canada this month tells us what many Canadians already guessed: the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. The latest report on incomes and wealth…
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Peace and Goodness Thanksgiving
October 12th, 2024
We live in the moment of much frustration, injustice, political polarization anger, confusion, and ongoing grave trouble with the church, a global epidemic crisis over a decade now that took many innocent lives everyday. There are those that suffer with other sicknesses in their family, loneliness, hopelessness, Job uncertainty, unemployment, financial difficulty; for many citizens…
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Consumers Pay the Price when Politicians Ignore Economic Reality
October 3rd, 2024
Election promises don’t mean much if there’s no basic grasp of economic policy behind them Elections are not the time to discuss serious issues. So said Kim Campbell, Canada’s first and so far only female prime minister. While her statement reflects the reality that modern media often simplifies political debates to short, digestible bumper sticker…
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A Father’s Significance on D-Day
June 7th, 2024
The birth of light that shines through you as the Sun rises with ultimate life responsibility the root of a family tree in the cosmos of a humanbeing. Being a man comes with enormous responsibility. To be a father is a divine blessing, a loving father is a gift no matter how the challenges are…
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Finally, Zimbabwe Walking the Talk on Disability
April 4th, 2024
CIVIL Society organisations in the disability sector in Zimbabwe are engaging in nationwide consultations on a disability Bill that has been on the cards for more than three decades. Now that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has accented to the proposals that is ready to go into Parliament, stakeholders have welcomed the move, given the country’s penchant…
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The 2024 Elevate Vancouver Autoshow
March 24th, 2024
While the display showcase lineup was quite limited and only a handful of the known car makers and models were represented there were some wow moments to behold.
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Can Consumer-Based Altruism Succeed at Grocery Stores?
August 26th, 2024
Montreal’s 3 Paniers grocery store tests a new approach to pricing and social equity Experimenting with consumer-based philanthropy at the grocery store level is an idea that fascinates both economists and social entrepreneurs. The idea of relying on consumers’ generosity and altruistic nature to help those in need while keeping a grocery store afloat raises…
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Cleaning Out Your Closet To Help Students In The DRC
July 18th, 2024
Coquitlam, B.C. -based Shiloh Place Orphanage Society (www.shilohplace.ca ) is holding a used clothing and household goods collecting drive in South Coquitlam, until Saturday July 27th , in support of their small, low-barrier elementary school in Lubumbashi, DRC. 120 girls and boys attend classes there. Some are orphans living with extended family. Others are from…
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In Memory of Captain Millard Jason Goldsmith
July 16th, 2024
Kent County was well represented at the 2024 Emera Blue Nose Marathon spanning Halifax-Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Bluenosers walk, run, wheel and participate virtually to fundraise for healthy living and healthy lifestyles. To honour Captain Millard Goldsmith, a commemorative metal was accepted by his much-younger sister, Dawn Upshaw, as acknowledgement of the community contributions made by Millard. Originally of…
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Pleasures of Life at Your Table Brought by Annual Tasting of Wines from Italy
Savouring the season pairs well with the pleasures of life as Vancouver’s wine enthusiasts come into the holidays ahead after their cherished annual tradition: A Tasting of Wines from Italy. The 29th edition of the wine roadshow launched at Vancouver’s elegant Terminal City Club on October 28, 2024. The Italian Trade Commission hosts the Canadian…
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