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Thursday August 31, 2023

August 31, 2023 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Thursday August 31, 2023

Doug’s Dough: A Bitter Batch of Broken Promises

February 16, 2023

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has carved out a reputation for himself that can only be described as doughy – soft on consistency and prone to swelling with contradictions. His latest move involving the Greenbelt land removal debacle perfectly encapsulates his propensity for doughy decision-making, leaving many citizens with a sour taste in their mouths.

The situation in Ajax, where Ford’s government is now threatening to revert portions of the Greenbelt land back to its original state, is akin to a bakery that’s run by the titular Doug, who’s finding himself in quite a knead of trouble. Imagine a landscape that was supposed to be shaped into a thriving community, much like dough rolled out to create a delectable pastry, yet Doug Ford’s grand vision remains a half-baked concoction.

News: Developers tried to sell Greenbelt properties amid ongoing government discussions, Ford says  

December 1, 2021

Ford’s claim that the landowners lacked “development experience” to meet the province’s housing objectives is baffling, to say the least. It’s reminiscent of a baker blaming their ingredients for failing to rise in the oven. The Premier’s Office alleges that the property was listed for sale despite promises to address the housing shortage. The analogy comes to life when one envisions Doug Ford, livid and frustrated, staring at a lump of unrolled dough, waiting for a developer baker who seems to have vanished like a puff of flour.

The story becomes even more convoluted when we delve into the background of the land purchase. Ford’s own history of promises and backtracking, much like a dough that refuses to cooperate, comes to light. The parcels of land were snapped up just days after his electoral victory, raising eyebrows about potential conflicts of interest. Ford had initially promised not to touch the Greenbelt, only to dance around that pledge later on.

November 30, 2022

The revelation that the property owners are foreign investors with no development experience further highlights the shoddy kneading job Ford’s government has done. It’s as if Doug’s Dough is being operated by novices who thought they could whip up a bakery without understanding the intricacies of baking. The reliance on external partners to navigate the process and the inconsistent explanations about the intent behind listing the property for sale speak to a lack of clear direction and planning – characteristics that are synonymous with the Premier’s governance style.

The vision of a frustrated Doug Ford grappling with an unbaked lump of dough while the developer baker remains conspicuously absent perfectly encapsulates the absurdity of the situation. It’s a poignant reminder that Ford’s leadership often resembles a chaotic kitchen more than a well-orchestrated bakery.

News: Doug Ford says this land could be returned to Greenbelt after learning it’s listed for sale. But the owner says it’s all a misunderstanding  

June 7, 2016

As the controversy unravels and the Premier’s Office threatens to return the lands to the Greenbelt, it’s a stark reminder that promises are like the rising agents in dough – they can fall flat if not handled properly. Ford’s tough talk about exploring every option, including reversing the land removal, smacks of desperation to salvage a situation that he could have managed more competently from the beginning.

In the end, the saga of “Doug’s Dough” serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of hasty decisions, inconsistent promises, and a lack of genuine understanding about the issues at hand. Just as no baker can produce a perfect pastry without the right ingredients and proper technique, a leader cannot expect to achieve success without a clear vision and the skill to execute it. As Ontario residents watch this doughy disaster unfold, one can only hope that future leadership will be marked by a more disciplined approach and a commitment to transparency – a recipe for a better Ontario. (AI)

 

Posted in: Ontario Tagged: 2023-15, baker, bakery, cookie cutter, corruption, developer, doug, Doug Ford, greenbelt, housing, land swap, Ontario

Tuesday June 7, 2016

June 6, 2016 by Graeme MacKay
Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator Ð Tuesday June 7, 2016 Missed deadline on medically assisted dying leaves doctors divided June 6 was the last day for Parliament to pass legislation governing medically assisted dying before a deadline imposed by the Supreme Court. It won't happen. On Friday, the Senate sent the bill to its legal affairs committee for study. The committee meets today but won't be able to report on the bill until the full Senate resumes Tuesday. And it still could be weeks before any federal law is in place. That means on Tuesday, the Supreme Court's original ruling becomes the law, which means doctors can't be prosecuted under the Criminal Code if they help a patient suffering from a "grievous and irremediable" illness to die. So, what does that mean? The medical community is divided. Dr. Gus Grant, with the Federation of Medical Regulatory Authorities of Canada, believes doctors are better off without a new law. "Many voices have created June 6 to be a deadline. It's not a deadline. It's simply the day (the Supreme Court's Carter decision) becomes the law of the land," Dr. Grant said on CBC News Network's Power & Politics last week. "And the language that said it's a deadline creates the brinksmanship type mentality, a false sense of urgency, which is what is motivating people to pass legislation that is flawed," he added. Grant argued the condition in the government's legislation that requires a patient's death to be "reasonably foreseeable" is meaningless to physicians. But Dr. Jeff Blackmer, Canadian Medical Association's vice-president of medical professionalism, argues the exact opposite, saying the federal government's language needs to be more precise than simply a "grievous and irremediable illness.Ó "I have spoken to hundreds and hundreds of physicians. We have done the work on this. We have gone out to our membership and said, 'Does this make sense to you? Can you incorporate this at the bedside?' And

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Tuesday June 7, 2016

Missed deadline on medically assisted dying leaves doctors divided

June 6 was the last day for Parliament to pass legislation governing medically assisted dying before a deadline imposed by the Supreme Court. It won’t happen.

On Friday, the Senate sent the bill to its legal affairs committee for study. The committee meets today but won’t be able to report on the bill until the full Senate resumes Tuesday. And it still could be weeks before any federal law is in place.

That means on Tuesday, the Supreme Court’s original ruling becomes the law, which means doctors can’t be prosecuted under the Criminal Code if they help a patient suffering from a “grievous and irremediable” illness to die.

So, what does that mean?

The medical community is divided.

Dr. Gus Grant, with the Federation of Medical Regulatory Authorities of Canada, believes doctors are better off without a new law.

“Many voices have created June 6 to be a deadline. It’s not a deadline. It’s simply the day (the Supreme Court’s Carter decision) becomes the law of the land,” Dr. Grant said on CBC News Network’s Power & Politics last week.

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator Ð Thursday April 18, 2002 Chretien to stay put for another year In the face of growing speculation over his retirement, Jean Chretien said yesterday he plans to remain Prime Minister for at least another year and will put his leadership to the test at a party convention next February.When he was asked after a cabinet meeting yesterday whether he would face the scheduled leadership review, Mr. Chretien said: "Of course.Ó Asked whether that was for sure, he replied: "Yes. I said earlier that I will be the Prime Minister in April, 2003. So to be the Prime Minister in 2003, you have to conclude I will be the leader in February.Ó Under the terms of the Liberal Party constitution, party members are given the opportunity to vote after every election about whether they approve of the leader's performance. If he receives approval at the review next February, Mr. Chretien would be able to use that as a mandate for running for a fourth term in office. Liberal sources say Mr. Chretien is seriously considering running again, though he is a long way from making a final decision. (Source: Hamilton Spectator) Canada, Jean Chretien, legacy, oven, kitchen, cooking, retirement

April 18, 2002

“And the language that said it’s a deadline creates the brinksmanship type mentality, a false sense of urgency, which is what is motivating people to pass legislation that is flawed,” he added.

Grant argued the condition in the government’s legislation that requires a patient’s death to be “reasonably foreseeable” is meaningless to physicians.

But Dr. Jeff Blackmer, Canadian Medical Association’s vice-president of medical professionalism, argues the exact opposite, saying the federal government’s language needs to be more precise than simply a “grievous and irremediable illness.”

“I have spoken to hundreds and hundreds of physicians. We have done the work on this. We have gone out to our membership and said, ‘Does this make sense to you? Can you incorporate this at the bedside?’ And they have unequivocally told us ‘No.’

“So they are looking to the federal law for guidance on this.” (CBC News)


Published in the Regina Leader Post, June 8, 2016

Published in the Regina Leader Post, June 8, 2016

 

Posted in: Canada Tagged: Assisted Suicide, bakery, Canada, doctor, Electoral reform, End of Life, environment, Justin Trudeau, legalisation, Marijuana, tearsheet

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