Allergic to mandates
September 9, 2025
Dear Editor, Whatever happened to persuasion? Governments at all levels seem to think they must draft very specific laws mandating the way we live rather
Dear Editor, Whatever happened to persuasion? Governments at all levels seem to think they must draft very specific laws mandating the way we live rather
Dear Editor, As a Waltham resident, I see the next two meetings in the fire safety planning process as an important opportunity. On Sept. 4,
Dear Editor, Leaked plans for the American administration to deploy National Guard troops to quell protests and “unrest” within the U.S. is not a surprise
Dear Editor and Dr. O’Neill, Thank you for the long story concerning Bill 106 (Local doctors concerned QC bill will ‘squeeze already overstretched’ colleagues, THE
Dear Editor, Six months ago, my wife gave birth to our first child — a healthy baby boy. Our biggest challenge so far has been
Dear Editor, It’s high time to renew the battle against the invasive noxious weed known as the Manitoba maple. If you have them growing near
Dear Editor, The Rotary Club of Shawville extends heartfelt gratitude to the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) for entrusting us with the management of the Shawville
Dear Editor, Chris Judd’s July 9 column makes me want to better understand Canada’s supply management system (SMS). I have no skin in this game,
Dear Editor, There’s a lot of talk these days about so-called artificial intelligence creating false impressions. I don’t watch television, but I probably see many
Dear Editor, Thank you for reminding your readers of our MP Ms. Chatel’s promise to lift all federal internal trade barriers by Canada Day. On
Dear Editor, Whatever happened to persuasion? Governments at all levels seem to think they must draft very specific laws mandating the way we live rather than presenting evidence and suggestions for better living. I feel a bit offended when governments
Dear Editor, As a Waltham resident, I see the next two meetings in the fire safety planning process as an important opportunity. On Sept. 4, Waltham council will be presented with additional fire maps prepared by Mr. Julien Gagnon. In
Dear Editor, Leaked plans for the American administration to deploy National Guard troops to quell protests and “unrest” within the U.S. is not a surprise given Trump’s less than secret wish to be president for more than the Constitutional two
Dear Editor and Dr. O’Neill, Thank you for the long story concerning Bill 106 (Local doctors concerned QC bill will ‘squeeze already overstretched’ colleagues, THE EQUITY, July 23, 2025). If passed, local doctors who have a heavy work load could
Dear Editor, Six months ago, my wife gave birth to our first child — a healthy baby boy. Our biggest challenge so far has been mild eczema on his forehead. When it flares up, we wrap his head in gauze
Dear Editor, It’s high time to renew the battle against the invasive noxious weed known as the Manitoba maple. If you have them growing near your foundation, they are eating the stone work, and destroying your house from the bottom
Dear Editor, The Rotary Club of Shawville extends heartfelt gratitude to the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) for entrusting us with the management of the Shawville Fair entrance gates since 1976 – an incredible 48-year partnership. It has been an honour
Dear Editor, Chris Judd’s July 9 column makes me want to better understand Canada’s supply management system (SMS). I have no skin in this game, but am a city dweller – and cottage owner at Green Lake – so my
Dear Editor, There’s a lot of talk these days about so-called artificial intelligence creating false impressions. I don’t watch television, but I probably see many of the same ads on YouTube. The ads I see that are AI-generated are obviously
Dear Editor, Thank you for reminding your readers of our MP Ms. Chatel’s promise to lift all federal internal trade barriers by Canada Day. On this it appears that the Liberal government (of which she is a member) has achieved
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We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
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Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast.
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!
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Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
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