A June 4, 2016 CBC article is entitled: “Muhammad Ali’s impact went far beyond the boxing ring.” The subhead reads: “Legendary boxer also known for his political activism and fight against racism in the U.S.” An excerpt reads: “He was born on Jan. 17, 1942 in segregated Louisville. The racist murder in Mississippi of young […]
A June 2, 2016 Globe and Mail article by Jane Taber is entitled: “Women are under-represented in all levels of government.” The article concludes: Ms. Watts finds municipal politics more nimble than federal politics. “I always call it the front lines. You’re very engaged in the everyday lives of people, and you can really effect change […]
The following message is from Etobicoke-Lakeshore MPP Peter Milczyn’s Office: Dear Neighbour, This year I will be hosting my second annual SummerFest BBQ on: Date: Sunday, June 19, 2016 Time: 12:00 pm to 3:00 Place: Queensway Park There will be refreshments, entertainment, children’s activities and music. Something for every member of the family. Hope to […]
We are pleased with the grooming services provided by Paw Pals Grooming in Mimico, for which reason we are pleased to share the following email: 3rd Annual Mystic Pointe Community Party! View this email in your browser You’re invited to discover the amazing products and services offered at the Mystic Pointe Community. At Paw Pals… […]
I have discussed the Hanlan Water Project (aka Hanlan Feedermain Project) at previous posts. The following overview is accessible at this link. The PDF file of the update is available here: Dixie-May30-2016 Below is a JPEG version of the update: The text reads: Work on Dixie Road South of QEW * What’s been done […]
A May 11, 2001 Urban Transportation Monitor article is entitled: “Yard-Sign Campaign Proves Effective in Reducing Speed On Residential Streets: Already Implemented in 80 Communities in 24 States.” If you know of more recent studies, can you please contact me. It’s really interesting to know about such research. The above-noted article is from 15 years […]
At the Gabriella Bank Facebook page featuring the photo, Jim Tovey has commented: Thank you to all the volunteers who assisted in a terrific Janes Walk, Small Arms Society, Jaan Hendrik Pill, Lee Tovey, Diane LaPointe-Kay and Gabriella Bank for the beautiful photography. Several former WW II workers were also in attendance to tell their […]
In a previous post, I have highlighted points of view regarding anti-severance lawn signs in Long Branch: What impact would lawn signs have on development issues facing Long Branch (Toronto)? The gist of the post is that the lawn signs are the initiative of a group of Long Branch residents. That is, the signs are […]
A tweet from Jim Tovey sums up the May 28, 2016 Small Arms Jane’s Walk beautifully: Thrilled to B hosting the only @Doors_OpenTO in @citymississauga with @JaanPill & @S_A_Society #SharedHeritage Jim Tovey, who was elected six years ago as Ward 1 Councillor, City of Mississauga, did an A-1 job hosting the May 28, 2016 Jane’s […]