The tick-tock of Ontario’s healthcare woes are getting to the Premier December 8, 2023 Friends of mine have a beautiful grandfather clock in their living room. It’s a genuine heirloom antique that works with weights, pulleys and a pendulum. I … Continue reading →

Ontarians are looking for action, not deflection November 23, 2023 Former United States Vice President and Senator Hubert Humphrey once said, “To err is human; to blame someone else is politics.” Humphrey was often referred to by his colleagues in … Continue reading →

The Ford government has some political potholes to fix for Northern Ontarians Here in the North, we all face one fundamental reality – distance and travel are important in our lives. Highway travel is almost an absolute necessity for practically … Continue reading →

What is the point of having a senior dental program if almost no one qualifies? I have often written in this column how important it is to recognize the immeasurable contribution to our overall way of life by our seniors … Continue reading →

Under Ford, healthcare dollars will be funnelled into the deep pockets of for-profit businesses November 3, 2023 The quote “In the midst of every crisis lies an opportunity” is often attributed to Albert Einstein. There have been times when I’ve … Continue reading →

Wildfire fighter retention issue is putting one of Northern Ontario’s greatest assets at risk. Each year around Thanksgiving, Northerners bite the bullet and grudgingly go about closing down camp for the winter so it is all set to go as … Continue reading →

I venture to say that many Ontarians are upset and disappointed at the numerous debacles and scandals emanating from the Ford government lately. Right now, we are watching the simultaneous, dramatic housing development and Greenbelt sagas unfold. We have just … Continue reading →

The other day, I stopped by to help a friend construct some trusses for a garden shed he was building. He asked for a hand because he knew it was getting late to have the shed in place before winter … Continue reading →

Ontarians expect their government leaders to demonstrate cooperation, collaboration and respect September 28, 2023 Everywhere I go, it is clear that autumn has come to Algoma-Manitoulin. Harvest festivals are happening in communities, students have returned to their studies, and the … Continue reading →

I was having some work done on my car the other day, and I used the opportunity to look at the worn tread on my tires. I smiled at the mechanic and said, “So that’s where my summer went.” Man, … Continue reading →