The public engagement surrounding the monuments dedicated to Dr. Solomon Secord is not just a conversation about historical markers; it serves as an opportunity to confront our past and shape our collective future. By acknowledging and addressing concerns surrounding Secord’s service in the Confederate Army, we confront the enduring legacy of racial injustice and work […]
Re: Displacement of downtown Secord Monument I have responded to the Municipality’s online “engagement process” regarding the Secord Monument. My feedback is to return the monument to a place of prominence within the former town. All historical accounts of Dr. (Solomon) Secord’s life and professional career state that he was a dedicated, caring physician and […]
In response to the letter submitted by Christina Wahi (March 28, 2024 – Kincardine News): 1) What are the perspectives of descendants of those impacted by slavery, in addition to the impact on those who believe that if you take an oath to save lives, your doing so should not be overlooked regardless of the […]
Would decisions be different if they were the ones expected to make sacrifices? Back in January 2021, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) was claiming they had deep roots in agriculture because one of their summer students had grown up on a farm. Their most recent campaign proclaims they support agriculture because an employee was […]
Are farmers, farmland and small communities being “targeted” by elected officials in municipal/regional councils, provincial and federal government and by big organizations? Is it because this only disrupts the lives and livelihoods of a very few people, so that won’t be a big issue? Really? The lives and livelihoods of a few people, often generational […]
A predictable outcome has been seen, plus an unfortunate effect on farm cash receipts
Germany recently became the first country to legalize cannabis in the European Union, which is noteworthy in that Europe is usually the trendsetter, and yet Canada legalized recreational cannabis more than five years ago. Read More
They look like a ladybug but are different. Not only do Asian lady beetles bite, they can also cause allergic skin reactions. When an ALB feels threatened or is crushed, it can excrete a foul-smelling, yellow liquid
It’s been beetle mania around here this year and I am not talking about John, Paul, George or Ringo. Read More
What possible reason would there be for a stock split down at the 'ole OMAFRA franchise right now?
The provincial government recently announced the appointment of MPP Rob Flack as the new minister of farming, agriculture and agribusiness, replacing current agriculture minister Lisa Thompson, who will remain in the frame as the newly minted minister of rural affairs. Read More
If you don’t like the weather forecast, just move on to the next device
There is a 100 per cent chance of weather, and there is a good chance that someone is going to make money off of it, a decent chance that they will be wrong, and less and less chance that any human is involved to blame. Read More
From other oil regions, we see that the trick is to own the oil or gas resource, but shed off the liability. When will it come to Ontario?
The attached graphic is an interactive map showing oil and gas wells in Ontario, located at geohub.lio.gov.on.ca. If you run your cursor over the various pins, it will give more details about each well. But don’t bother. Read More