"Although this level of government has the greatest impact on citizens’ daily lives, it is weak, ineffectual, rudderless and dominated by special interests," writes Garth Turner.
Over the last five centuries, says Frank Lloyd Wright, what humanity has called architecture has been "phony": "It was not innate, it wasn’t organic and it didn’t have the character of nature.”
More than 40 years after the debut of this British farce on the Shaw Festival stage, "One for the Pot" returns with excellent performances that contain the elements needed to make this for-the-masses comedy a laugh riot, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
"As a pretentious British boss of mine said many years ago ... 'I have found that around the world, one can get on with two languages: English, and loud English,'" writes Ross Robinson.
"I provided you with an opportunity to do the right thing, which you have obviously declined to do. Please be advised that I intend to pursue this in the appropriate forum(s)," writes Derek Collins.
"Too often I have encountered cyclists riding two or three abreast, chatting and oblivious to what is going on. Electric vehicles are very silent, so these individuals do not know what is approaching," writes John McCallum.
"Architects, planners, engineers, landscape and heritage architects — all professionals in their respective fields are responsible for the design of this hotel and the underground parking garage," writes Victor Tarnoy.
"This non-profit took the bitter pill in favour of supporting the health and welfare of the community they are anchored in. And, that decision, in and of itself, is a shining example of a cultural institution that understands its vital connection to the local greater good," writes Brian Marshall.
"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
A bad deal to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Canada to the U.S., "is not in Canada's national interests, but we cannot simply walk away from this structure," writes Keith McNenly.
"Warmer temperatures and more frequent, intense storms are likely as climate change progresses, both of which will likely increase bacteria levels in water," writes Kyra Simone.
"Performance in any sport depends on physical and neural fitness, acquired skills and stamina," writes Dr. William Brown. "There’s also the factor of the cumulative effects of injuries affecting muscles and joints."
"The choir took the expression sartorial splendour to another level," writes Ross Robinson. "Every one of them were 'into it,' providing the vibe. Pure, unfiltered voices, and such an unbelievable value."
"A cyclist cannot be banned from cycling and a pedestrian cannot be banned from walking. They have an inalienable right to use the available transport infrastructure system safely," writes Frank Hayes.
"Why neanderthals went extinct isn’t clear, writes Dr. William Brown. "Were their numbers simply too small to survive bad seasons for plants and animals to hunt?"
"We’ve seen too many hit-and-run crashes around NOTL. We’ve seen too many instances where, day or night, drivers in a rush, or without thought, push the limits, sometimes with life-altering consequences," writes Kevin MacLean.
"If Congress fails to act when danger is plain, then the constitutional balance the founders designed is reduced to words on paper," writes Keith McNenly.
"His first cousin is a developer living in the biggest house in town. He leans right. He’s blunt. He was Grape King. Now he wants to be lord mayor," writes Garth Turner.
"The finished structure will not only become the dominant building within the Queen-Picton heritage conservation district, but abruptly clash with and diminish the built-heritage assets," writes Brian Marshall of the new Royal George Theatre.
"Sure, there are plenty of 'things' and 'events' to do, but they don’t fill the void of those linchpin people in our lives as we age, especially in the later decades," writes Dr. William Brown.
"After about 15 minutes, we were in the swirling mist. Those of us who chose to stay outside suddenly experienced the full force of nature. Water, water everywhere," writes Ross Robinson.
"The case for balance was simply put almost a decade ago. We had a medium-term tax problem — too many houses, not enough businesses to support a growing load," writes Terry Mactaggart.
"Mr. Rusin is kidding himself if he believes SORE is an anonymous group, lacking broad-based community support and draining the town’s tax revenue for legal expenses," writes Judy McLeod.
"This proposal is not for an agricultural 'farm stay' experience — it is simply plunking a hotel in a vineyard to capitalize on weddings, conferences and other events," writes Connie Tintinalli.
"As someone looking for change, I’m concerned that without broad-based community discussion to coalesce the 'change' vote behind one candidate, a split vote will enable the 'status quo' to prevail," writes Jim Stirling.
"If vacation rentals were capped at one per owner and numbered companies not allowed, there would be a lot less vacation rentals," writes Jackie Bonic.
"Hopefully there will some of these questions answered and acted upon, so that the plan benefits the taxpayers here, instead of just the tourists," writes Cecilia Bennett.
"When Stephen Eustáquio fired the ball into the back of the net last Sunday in the dying moments versus South Africa, the adulation unleashed at outdoor watch parties, in pubs and in TV rooms across the country was heartfelt and possibly life-changing for some future football stars," writes Kevin MacLean.
