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Remembrance Day and Veterans Day

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As the  eleventh hour approaches, Canadians and Americans mark both Remembrance Day and Veterans Day with respect .  Two  neighbours who sent their sons and daughters to two world wars, the Korean War , and the conflict in Afghanistan. The two fought sid e by side, with many paying the ultimate price, fighting to  protect  the rights  and freedoms of others from the hands of their oppressors.    We  honour  those who have lost their lives; however, both Governments continue to decline providing adequate support for individuals affected physically or experiencing mental health challenges  as a result of  combat, leaving many to confront the ongoing psychological impacts of warfare.   W hen I signed and pledged my oath to queen and  country,  I fully understood that should conflict break out  I may not  return, but  the lure of a calling to the sea was far  too  great  an   oppor...

Housing Affordability Crisis in Canada

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  Housing Affordability Crisis in Canada Across Canada, the dream of securing affordable housing — whether through renting or homeownership — has become unattainable for most citizens. This crisis highlights a growing imbalance in the nation’s economy, making the gap between recovery and decline increasingly stark. Nowhere is this disparity more evident than in the Greater Toronto Area, where the challenges of accessing affordable housing are acutely pronounced and serve as a microcosm of the broader national issue. Politicians and political parties often interpret Canada’s circumstances through a limited lens, largely due to insufficient awareness of the considerable diversity in Canadian perspectives. These differences arise from both cultural factors and the unique needs shaped by Canada’s vast geography and relatively small population. After moving to Toronto from the prairies, I quickly noticed that much of the country’s policy is shaped by the priorities of the Golden Ho...

Well if You Need a New Boat or Plane the Carney Budget is for You As Carney Treads Water Maintaining The Status Quo

  Carney’s First Budget appears adequate, particularly for those  purchasing  luxury items such as boats or  airplanes;  however, it may not fully address the concerns of many Canadians who expected measures aimed at creating a more  equitable  economy. During his press conference, Carney referenced "trickle down" economics rather than a more economic and political democracy for all.. This choice of words may signal to Canadians facing personal debt challenges and declining wages that substantial progress towards reducing income inequality and controlling inflated costs is unlikely, and that significant government intervention  remains  limited.   Carney is drawing on the traditional Reaganomics perspective, influenced by the Chicago School of Economics, which argues that giving breaks and incentives to the wealthy will eventually  benefit  everyone else. However, the reality is that wealth tends to accumulate at the top rather...

Canada Swings into Election Mode

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  With Mark Carney now at the helm of the Liberal Party, Canada is switching into full election mode with what appears to be a head-to-head battle between the Liberals and the Conservatives. As the NDP, Block, Green and PPC votes collapse, it is becoming more apparent that Canadians with the Trump Administration threatening our sovereignty and security are not willing to take a chance in voting for any of them taking security within the traditional Canadian political landscape.   With polls now showing the Conservatives and Liberals running neck and neck , it is becoming increasingly apparent that Carney, by pulling Poilievre's only real advantage by removing the consumer carbon tax and the capital gains exemptions, is now sending the signal that he is the new front-runner.   Poilievre, once the darling and knight of the opposition cries against the Government's tax agenda, looked all but uncomfortable in his own skin when addressing the Carney win in yesterday's...