Category: Editorial
It pays to stay in the ‘swim’ of things
(By Pauline Kerr) Once upon a time, not so long ago, there was little question about including at least one round of swimming lessons in a child’s summer schedule. To … Continue reading It pays to stay in the ‘swim’ of things
We are Canadian, and proud of it
(By Pauline Kerr) Canada Day usually triggers a burst of new bits of info that will probably make their way into a Trivia competition at some point. A fair number … Continue reading We are Canadian, and proud of it
We need an ‘exit strategy’ for homelessness
(By Pauline Kerr) We speak of a “decent” standard of living without really defining what that means. To a person in a household with two high-earning adults, a “decent” standard … Continue reading We need an ‘exit strategy’ for homelessness
Kids have learning problems? Do not blame COVID
(By Pauline Kerr) Darned COVID! The latest in a continuing series of problems being blamed on the global pandemic is boys falling behind at school. To read the entire article … Continue reading Kids have learning problems? Do not blame COVID
Time to end the stigma
(By Pauline Kerr) May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Canada. It was established in 1951 by the Canadian Mental Health Association to encourage people to seek help when needed, … Continue reading Time to end the stigma