MPP Peter Milczyn January 27, 2018 e-News Update

To view the message in your browser Click here The message from MPP Peter Milczyn’s Office opens with the following text: Dear Neighbour, February is shaping up to be a very busy month. On February 14th, I will be hosting a Complimentary Seniors’ Valentine’s Day Tea at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 643. The Guest Speaker […]

Even one cigarette a day greatly raises cardiovascular risk – Guardian & BMJ, Jan. 24, 2018

A Jan. 24, 2018 Guardian article is entitled: “Even one cigarette a day greatly raises cardiovascular risk, experts warn: Impact of one daily cigarette on risk of heart disease and stroke greater than previously thought.” A Jan. 24, 2018 BMJ editorial is entitled: “Just one cigarette a day seriously elevates cardiovascular risk.” Passive smoking An […]

Conserving Long Branch, January 2018 – Message from esteemed citizen-activist, David Godley

David Godley sent out the following message on Jan. 2, 2018. I am slow in posting it. I have not formatted the message. I trust you will, nonetheless, find the content of interest. Message from David Godley Happy 1439,2018,5778… 1) Long Branch Urban Design Guidelines The Long Branch Character Guidelines clarify the intent of Official […]

Marketing remains a key driving force, fueling the opioid crisis. That said, marketing can also serve positive purposes.

An Oct. 30, 2017 New Yorker article is entitled: “The Family That Built an Empire of Pain: The Sackler dynasty’s ruthless marketing of painkillers has generated billions of dollars – and millions of addicts.” It’s a good read. Click here for previous posts about opioids > Portugal’s unique approach to drug policy A Dec. 5, […]

Man With a Wrench does A-1 work on appliance repairs

We recently ran into a problem with a Kenmore dishwasher that we bought a few years ago. We checked out Man With a Wrench at homestars.com and contacted this company, based on its excellent ratings. The work was gone quickly and well, at a price that made good sense for us. We recommend them highly: […]

At November 2017 Small Arms Society meeting, Jim Tovey outlines January 2018 “Morphology” exhibit – YouTube video

Updates A Jan. 19, 2018 Mississauga.com article is entitled: “Jim Tovey’s audacious dreams kept coming true: An irrepressible spirit, an irreplaceable man, says John Stewart.” James Michael Tovey Obituary: Jan. 20, 2018 Toronto Star Other YouTube videos of interest: Remembering Jim Tovey Jim Tovey, Mississauga Visionary. LAKEVIEW LEGACY PROJECT February 27 2008 An April 2012 […]

Online video of Jan. 17, 2018 Tribute to Councillor Jim Tovey at City of Mississauga Council Chambers

Click here to access the video > The above-noted video includes a quotation, from Jim Tovey’s father, that has served as a guideline for Jim’s life: “The only thing we are guaranteed in life is this moment, and every moment is precious. Be the best person you can be in this moment and make every […]

Reminder: MPP Peter Milczyn’s New Year’s Levee: 2:00 pm, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018 at Royal Canadian Legion, 110 Jutland Road

Full details > An excerpt from the above-noted message, from MPP Peter Milczyn’s Office, reads: Dear Neighbour, As we head into 2018, I would like to wish you a Happy New Year and remind you that my 4th Annual New Year’s Levee will take place this Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm […]

Statement from Credit Valley Conservation on the passing of City of Mississauga and Region of Peel Councillor Jim Tovey

Please note: A more recent post is entitled: Online video of Jan. 17, 2018 Tribute to Councillor Jim Tovey at City of Mississauga Council Chambers View Statement from Credit Valley Conservation in browser Click here for previous posts about Jim Tovey > Statement from Credit Valley Conservation on the Passing of City of Mississauga and […]

MPP Peter Milczyn’s New Year’s Levee: Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, 110 Jutland Road

Click here to access the full details > An excerpt from the above-noted message, from MPP Peter Milczyn’s Office, reads: Dear Neighbour, As we head into 2018, I would like to wish you a Happy New Year and remind you that my 4th Annual New Year’s Levee will take place this Saturday, January 20, 2018 […]