Tag: Policy
The pandemic is long over. One advocate says parents still can’t go in some schools
Head of the Thames Valley Council of Home and School Associations says some principals are still prohibiting parents and volunteers from going back into London-area public schools.
Chin brothers beat the odds as hockey stars in anti-Chinese era
An upcoming article highlights the Chin brothers’ extraordinary rise to hockey fame at the height of anti-Chinese discrimination in Canada. “We live in a different time,” writer Debbie Jiang commented on racism in sports. “The colour barrier wasn’t broken until Larry Kwong played for the New York Rangers in 1948.” Jiang said, although in present […]
How grieving survivors help shape Michigan drug policy
More than 25,000 Michiganders die from drug overdoses each year. From shock and tears comes grit and resolve for change….
Councillors balk at adding more homeless encampment depots
London’s program to provide people who live in homeless encampments with food, water, garbage cleanup and portable washrooms is on shaky ground, after city councillors floated a lifeline until the end of February. Councillors ultimately voted 10-5 at a meeting Tuesday of city council’s strategic priorities and policy committee to endorse letting depots as they […]
City news: Bluffs building help, fire truck sale, cemetery niche, more
A pilot project will be extended in which Owen Sound building department staff will continue to provide building permit and inspection services for Georgian Bluffs. Also, city staff would support bylaw enforcement and any future short-term rental licensing program in the township by providing inspections and licences. The pilot started in May to solve a […]
In one Southwestern Ontario county, new rules urge respect for staff: ‘Long overdue’
Norfolk County residents are on notice â misbehave on public property and you might get the boot.
Dyer: Climate conference engagement unprecedented
What is truly remarkable is that some 200 countries are actively engaged with it.
Baranyai: COP29 summit adds to collective despair
Reality seems to be unfolding in a fun house mirror
Tighter immigration seen as ‘golden opportunity’ to get ahead of housing crisis
A population decline is expected during the next two years, following cuts by Ottawa to its immigration target.
Cornies: Canadian Parliament should give peace a chance
Ottawa should meet the moment: Establishment of a centre of excellence that resembles what the “peace trainers” are advocating.