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Randy Boswell, an Ottawa writer and journalism professor at Carleton University, is systematically disturbing the legacy of the Iroquoian people who inherited... more
October 13, 2020
The recent fundraising letter from former Green Party leader has raised some governance issues in the Party. As former Presidents of the GPC, we would like to... more
July 1, 2020
The decision on expanding the urban boundary is the biggest decision city council will make this term. It will shape our future, impact our city services... more
By Shawn Menard
May 26, 2020
WHAT I CONSIDERED ON MY WALK (a poem)
On the sidewalk toward him I’m walking fast.
He’s moving to take the boulevard track,
With a courteous nod of his head he... more
By Ron Unruh
May 22, 2020
It is not fair to recognize some frontline health workers for their heroic contributions during COVID-19 and not others.
Workers standing shoulder-to-shoulder... more
May 10, 2020
Toronto – A new analysis released today by the Ontario Health Coalition shows a significantly higher death rate as a result of COVID-19 in long-term care homes... more
By unpubadmin
May 7, 2020
Dear Minister Elliott,
Thank you for your continued leadership of Ontario’s health system through the COVID-19 pandemic. A number of my constituents who are... more
May 5, 2020
The urban boundary decision is the most consequential environmental decision that council will make this term - and that many councillors will make in their ... more
May 3, 2020
Around the world, governments are moving to correct an historical inequality that dates back to the birth of digital media platforms.
In April 2020 alone,... more
By unpubadmin
May 3, 2020
Along with over 150 organizations, the BCCLA calls for human rights oversight of government responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. Regard for human rights is... more
By unpubadmin
April 29, 2020
Dear Nhan and Khoi
On behalf of all staff at the British Embassy and people in my country, I would like to thank you for donating 20,000 medical masks to the... more
By unpubadmin
April 29, 2020
Dear Minister Yurek,
I am writing to express my concern about the Government of Ontario's decision to temporarily exempt all ministries from the... more
April 11, 2020
Mayor and Members of Council:
At the March 25 Council meeting, direction was provided to staff to “look at the feasibility of reprogramming... more
By JeffLeiper
April 10, 2020
Open letter to Mayor & Council
Re: Urgent request to City of Ottawa Council to purchase hotels to support people experiencing homelessness and... more
By unpubadmin
April 10, 2020
Dear Minister Elliott,
Multiple residents have contacted our offices to ask that community gardens be identified as an essential community food service... more
By Shawn Menard
April 10, 2020