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Friday May 12, 2023

May 12, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Friday May 12, 2023

Housing Arbitration by Neglect

December 1, 2021

Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé’s recent report has accused Doug Ford’s government of neglecting the Landlord and Tenant Board, which is responsible for resolving residential landlord and tenant issues, and acting like a slum landlord. As of January, the backlog of cases had reached 38,000, an increase of 13,000 cases in just one year. The board’s inefficiency has been worsened by aging technology and the COVID-19 pandemic, causing immense negative impacts on both landlords and tenants.

The report highlights that tenants are waiting much longer than landlords for resolution, with the average landlord filing taking 221 days to resolve, compared to 427 days for tenants. The ombudsman has called for an “aggressive” strategy to address the issue, including reappointing board adjudicators and prioritizing the longest-waiting tenants.

Opinion: Ontario needs to fix a dysfunctional landlord and tenant board which has caused immense problems 

April 2, 2020

Although the recent government’s steps are a positive move towards addressing the issue, they have come too late. If the provincial government had taken responsible action to adequately staff the system critical to the health and safety of Ontarians in a timely manner, the crisis could have been prevented or significantly reduced.

Doug Ford’s efforts to promote home ownership may earn him the title of a champion for the middle class, but his government’s failure to protect renters paints a different picture. Tenants and landlords both deserve timely justice when they face issues, and the provincial government should work tirelessly to ensure that they receive it. More needs to be done to guarantee that tenants and landlords are provided with the justice they deserve. (AI)

 

Posted in: Ontario Tagged: 2023-09, affordability, dispute, Doug Ford, home, housing, landlord, Landlord and Tenant, Ontario, ownership, rent

Tuesday May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Tuesday May 9, 2023

Ontario’s Greenbelt: A Crown Jewel Under Threat

March 23, 2023

Doug Ford’s ties to Greenbelt developers have been in the spotlight for months, but the actual land that will be lost is often overlooked. About 5,000 acres of prime farmland in Pickering, part of the world’s largest Greenbelt, are expected to be paved over for housing. Victor Doyle, the planner who designed the original Greenbelt map, emphasizes that this area should be preserved, as it not only offers excellent farmland but also supports and protects the adjacent Rouge National Park. Doyle warns that putting housing here will contaminate the watershed that flows into Lake Ontario and harm local wildlife.

February 16, 2023

Premier Doug Ford’s government has claimed that whatever land is taken from the Greenbelt will be added elsewhere, but Green Party leader Mike Schreiner argues that only five percent of Ontario’s land mass is suitable for growing food. The government has set a deadline for developers, with housing approvals required to be in progress by the end of this year and shovels in the ground by 2025, or the land goes back to the province. The province is also planning on building Highway 413, cutting through farmland and conservation land.

November 9, 2022

While Ford has claimed that his government has added to the Greenbelt in a land swap to make up for the planned development, much of it is in already protected river valleys, according to Doyle. This small, finite, and fragile landscape is threatened by urbanization, and Doyle emphasizes the need to think hundreds of years into the future and manage this landscape better. The Greenbelt was created almost 20 years ago to protect the environment from urban sprawl, and it is important to ensure that it is not slowly destroyed by “death by a thousand cuts.” (AI)

 

Posted in: Ontario Tagged: 2023-08, coronation, crony, developer, Doug Ford, greenbelt, monarch, Ontario, real estate

Thursday May 4, 2023

May 4, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Thursday May 4, 2023

Why Flying the Pride Flag Matters

January 17, 2012

Recently, a disturbing incident occurred outside a meeting of the York Catholic District School Board. Adults who claimed to be protecting Ontario’s children were actually endangering their well-being. Many of these adults, likely parents of school-aged children, showed up to the meeting to vehemently oppose the possibility of the board flying the rainbow flag in support of LGBTQ students in June. They even hurled insults at those who were in favour of flying the flag. 

News: Advocates, protestors clash at York Catholic school board meeting over flying Pride flag  

Although some of these adults claim that their objection was not specifically to the Pride flag but to what they believe it represents – the alleged corruption of children who are supposedly too young to learn about gender and sexuality – this notion is misguided. Everyone is capable of learning about gay, transgender, and non-binary people, just as they can learn about cisgender and heterosexual people. Queer people are not sexually explicit by their mere existence.

The belief that exposing children to queer people is harmful is nonsensical and is based on hateful, age-old myths about queer people as a corrupting influence on children. This belief is also derived from a particular brand of anti-LGBTQ politics typically associated with the United States. However, the events at the Catholic school board in York Region demonstrate that Canada is not immune to public displays of hateful rhetoric.

Pride celebrations are essential in schools to support marginalized kids who need it. Flying the Pride flag is not merely an act of virtue signalling; it is an official declaration of support for these kids. According to a recent survey conducted by the LGBTQ advocacy group EGALE, anti-queer discrimination is still prevalent in Canadian schools. For instance, 64% of all participants reported hearing homophobic comments daily or weekly at school. Moreover, 79% of transgender students who experienced physical harassment reported that teachers and staff were ineffective in addressing transphobic harassment. Lastly, over 30% of respondents who attend Catholic schools reported experiencing harassment based on their perceived sexual orientation.

October 30, 2018

We have made significant progress as a society regarding inclusion, but there is still much work to be done. It is critical that schools fly the Pride flag to signal to kids that even if their peers or parents reject them because of their identity, the school itself – and those at its helm – do not. Education Minister Stephen Lecce made it clear that he supports LGBTQ students, and we hope that York Region’s Catholic school board will follow suit. (AI)

 

Posted in: Canada, Ontario Tagged: 2023-08, Canada, dinosaur, diversity, education, equality, hate, inclusion, LGBTQ, Ontario, schools, students

Tuesday May 2, 2023

May 2, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Tuesday May 2, 2023

A House Divided

September 30, 2022

As the coronation of King Charles III approaches on May 6, 2023, the world eagerly awaits to witness the traditional ceremony. However, this may pose a problem for some households as the Toronto Maple Leafs have just won their first playoff series in nearly 20 years and are set to compete in the second round. In the midst of this exciting sports event, a Royalist fan may clash with a Leafs fan for control of the household television. While the coronation signifies the authority of the monarch and the long line of rulers, the ceremony will last only an hour or two and is seeking to avoid extravagance. On the other hand, the Leafs are now the betting favourite to win the Stanley Cup and have not made it this far in the playoffs since 2004. The coronation and the Leafs’ playoff games are both significant events, with the former being broadcast on television and the latter being watched by millions of hockey fans. Nonetheless, the coronation is unlikely to draw as many viewers as royal weddings, and the delay between the accession and coronation is normal and allows time for respectful mourning and logistical preparations.

News: What to Expect at King Charles’s Coronation: The Details and Traditions, Explained  

June 15, 2019

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a storied history in the NHL, dating back to their founding in 1917. They have won 13 Stanley Cup championships, but have not hoisted the cup since 1967, which is the longest current championship drought in the NHL. This has led to a sense of frustration among Leafs fans, who are eager to see their team return to glory.

Meanwhile, the British monarchy has also had a long and eventful history, with traditions and customs dating back centuries. The coronation of King Charles III is just one of many significant events that have taken place in the monarchy’s history, and it is steeped in symbolism and ceremony.

The coronation is expected to draw a large television audience, as many people around the world are interested in the British monarchy and its traditions. However, there may be some competition for the television on the day of the coronation, as Leafs fans are sure to be eagerly watching their team’s playoff game.

News : Maple Leafs vs. Oilers Stanley Cup Final Could Actually Happen  

Letter to the Editor, The Hamilton Spectator – Thursday May 4, 2023

It remains to be seen how this conflict will play out, but it is clear that both events are of great importance to their respective fans. Whether the Royalist or the Leafs fan will emerge victorious in the battle for the television remains to be seen, but both events are sure to be memorable and significant in their own right. (AI)

 

Posted in: Canada, Ontario Tagged: 2023-08, Canada, Charles III, coronation, fan, fanaticism, Feedback, history, Hockey, Monarchy, NHL, Ontario, royalist, Television, Toronto Maple Leafs

Saturday April 28, 2023

April 29, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Saturday April 28, 2023

Poilievre’s Sour Taste Can’t Dim the Love between Ford and Trudeau on EV Battery Deal

May 4, 2022

The recent announcement of the new Volkswagen battery plant in Ontario is a milestone moment for Canada’s electric vehicle supply chain. It will create 3,000 direct and 30,000 indirect jobs and attract billions of dollars in investment. The federal government, along with the Ontario provincial government, has committed $1.2 billion in capital costs and production subsidies to make this happen. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Ontario Premier Doug Ford were beaming with pride at the launch, both claiming credit for securing this deal for Canada.

However, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre was not happy with the announcement. Even before the exact size of the dollar figure was known, he criticized the deal, demanding to know how many jobs the government was buying. He took to Twitter to express his opposition, stating that “this money belongs to Canadians, not to a foreign corporation, not to Justin Trudeau.” His criticism drew a sharp response from Trudeau, who accused him of stoking anger among Canadians and of having no confidence, hard work, optimism, or willingness to invest in Canadians.

It’s not surprising that Poilievre is opposed to the deal. He has been a vocal critic of government subsidies, arguing that they are a waste of taxpayers’ money. However, he seems to be missing the bigger picture. The Volkswagen battery plant is a strategic investment in Canada’s future, and it will create much-needed jobs and economic growth. The government’s investment in the plant will be recouped in just five years, according to the federal government. This is a smart investment in Canada’s future that will benefit all Canadians, not just the ones who will be directly employed at the plant.

News: Poilievre asks PBO to analyze Ottawa’s commitment of $13-billion in subsidies for EV battery plant  

April 15, 2023

The contrast between Poilievre’s sour taste and the love between Ford and Trudeau on the EV battery deal is striking. Ford and Trudeau were united in their enthusiasm for the project, both claiming credit for securing the deal for Canada. They were joined by a host of federal, provincial, and municipal politicians, all eager to get a piece of the good publicity. It was a moment of unity and optimism, a sign that Canada can compete in the global economy and attract investment.

Poilievre’s criticism is not constructive. It’s easy to criticize from the sidelines, but it’s much harder to come up with a better plan. The Volkswagen battery plant is a game-changer for Canada, and it shows that the government is serious about investing in the future. It’s time for Poilievre to get on board and support this project, rather than trying to tear it down. Canada needs more unity and optimism, not anger and cynicism. (AI)

 

Posted in: Canada, Ontario Tagged: 2023-08, Canada, climate change, cooperation, Doug Ford, EV battery, federalism, Green Energy, indigenous, Justin Trudeau, logo, low, Ontario, Pierre Poilievre, Volkswagen
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