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Numerous heads of council in this region are poised to receive “strong mayor” powers under a proposal put forward last week by the provincial government.

Their tiny wings are just a-flapping, carrying them from the sunny south, where they traditionally winter, back to Canada – snowbirds, on their annual migration north.

As I read the news each morning, my heart sinks within me.  There is so much hurt in the world that it often feels overwhelming.

“First of all, there is no Canadian culture. I’ve never read any Canadian literature. And when have you ever heard anyone say, ‘Honey, let’s stay in and order Canadian food?’” – Stu Smiley (as played by Kevin Pollack) in Canadian Bacon.

I read somewhere that Canada spends close to $350 billion on healthcare per year. That is about $7,500 per person per year. 

In confusing times, it is only human to look for a way to make sense of it all. Given the current political affairs of the present day, I bet many are looking for a distraction.

March came in like a lion, and left … if not like a lion, all fierce roars and fangs, then not…

Remember their names: Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, Rebecca Contois, and Ashlee Shingoose. They were more than statistics; they were mothers, sisters, aunties, and daughters – each with their own stories and families. 

Up for another election?

The arena is cleared of ice. Stoves, tables and the conveyor will be put in place The Belmore Maple…

Staying safe at work is always important. That’s especially true on Ontario’s farms, which aren’t just a workplace, it’s also where those of us who farm live and raise our families.

Yesterday, I had an appointment with my oncologist (cancer). The purpose was (I think) to bring me up to date with my progress in fighting melanomas (the trigger for re-emergence of my DM).