Posted at 12:15 on June 19, 2013 by Paul Summerville
Five rounds on the old course in four days plus one each at Jubilee and the New.
Had a run at breaking 80 on the second round wit...
Posted at 11:30 on June 18, 2013 by Scott Tribe
Sorry about the pause in posting, folks, but I am nursing a very sick companion of mine.
My diabetic cat (named Silence) who suddenly started going moderate to heavily hypoglycemic on me last week when he had no business doing so. Vet was afraid he might have keytosis, but it turns out had a combo of things wrong – liver enzymes way out of whack, + a hypothyroid condition (makes cats thin, not fat like it does in humans). We thought those might be under control after a weeke...
Posted at 9:30 on June 18, 2013 by James C Morton
Nishi v. Rascal Trucking Ltd. 2013 SCC 33 upholds the doctrine of purchase money resulting trust. A purchase money resulting trust is a species of gratuitous transfer resulting trust that arises when a person advances funds to contribute to the purchase price of property, but does not take legal title to that property. Where the person advancing the funds is unrelated to the person taking title, the law presumes that the parties intended for the person who advanced th...
Posted at 7:00 on June 18, 2013 by John Klein
It’s been a year since a Regina Walmart illegally hired two foreign students, and triggered a drama with them confined to churches granting them sanctuary from the Harper Government’s punitive mean streak.
For Immediate Release...
Posted at 6:45 on June 18, 2013 by bigcitylib
LeBreton confirms #SenCA will sit into July if necessary to pass bills on order paper, including C-377. #cdnpoIi— Jordan Press (@jordan_press) June 18, 2013
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Posted at 2:45 on June 18, 2013 by James C Morton
Robert Sutherland (1830–1878) was the first known graduate of colour at a Canadian university, and the first Black man to study law in British North America. A graduate of Queen’s University, Sutherland qualified to practise law in Ontario under the then prevailing system of apprenticeship and examination. He studied at Osgoode Law School and practised law for 20 years in Walkerton, Ontario.
He was very successful; on death in 1878, Sutherland’s left a large bequest (his ...
Posted at 2:45 on June 18, 2013 by James C Morton
Again, a failure to distinguish between the role of government and the dictates of the Party:
Story here:
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Posted at 2:00 on June 18, 2013 by bigcitylib
That is all.
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Posted at 12:45 on June 18, 2013 by Kyle H.
Our fearless leader Justin Trudeau will be in my home riding of Burlington this Thursday, so if you’re in or near Halton Region, here’s your chance to ask Justin the pressing questions you all know you want to, such as “how can I earn $20,000 for a speaking engagement?,” or “what products do you use for your hair?”
The event will be held at the Mapleview ...
Posted at 12:00 on June 18, 2013 by Warren
Pic sent by Milo, their Nasties-knowing manager! Will they let us open for them when they return to this side of the pond? Stay tuned!
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Posted at 10:30 on June 18, 2013 by John Klein
I’ve felt badly for a while now that conservative voters have no ethical right wing party to vote for in Canada (or the USA, for that matter). The Conservative Party of Canada is the only Canadian political party with the word “coalition” in its Constitution. The CPC coalition of the Canadian Alliance and Progressive Conservatives, removed right wing voters’ choice, so Harper’s new CPC could more easily ...
Posted at 10:15 on June 18, 2013 by James C Morton
R. v. Kinney, 2013 YKCA 5 is a useful source for when conviction should be set aside because it was not supported by the evidence before the trial judge:
[10] The approach to be taken in considering this contention was discussed by the Supreme Court in R. v. Biniaris, 2000 SCC 15 (CanLII), 2000 SCC 15, [2000] 1 S.C.R. 381, and summarized as follows by Madam Justice Arbour in the companion case of R. v. A.G., 2000 SCC 17 (CanLII), 2000 SCC 17 at pa...
Posted at 9:00 on June 18, 2013 by Warren
Posted at 9:00 on June 18, 2013 by Steve V
Chalk me up as amongst the majority of Canadians who will yawn at the Trudeau charity “controversy”. About the only reinforcing fallout within this affair, Justin Trudeau isn’t like other MP’s, which is already well established within the Canadian psyche; as a matter of fact that is partially WHY people actually pay to listen to him. Couple the “star factor” with the fact Trudeau does plenty of free charity work, I declare a manufactu...
Posted at 7:45 on June 18, 2013 by James C Morton
A startling idea — especially as the Constitution expressly applies to offences — almost certainly not lawful:A discussion paper issued by the federal Department of Justice is suggesting that for certain offences, the assurance of lower penalties or no time in jail in exchange for reduced protection under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms could lead to a more efficient criminal justice system....
Posted at 7:00 on June 18, 2013 by Glen
In his 1999 biography, famed anchorman Walter Cronkite writes of being on assignment on D-Day in 1944 and, encountering the “redoubtable” Canadian journalist Charles Lynch. Journalists like Cronkite had to wait to file their stories by radio or wire later … Continue reading →
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Posted at 6:15 on June 18, 2013 by Warren
What part of Canada is the most corrupt?
After Monday–and if you were to ask Maclean’s magazine — it would seem to be Quebec. Monday morning, Montreal Mayor Michael Applebaum was arrested at his home by members of the province’s anti-corruption unit. Ironically, Applebaum was named Montreal’s interim mayor last November — because the previous mayor, Gérald Tremblay, was forced to resign due to corruption allegations.
Before Monday’s eve...
Posted at 3:30 on June 18, 2013 by David Eaves
For those interested I appeared on The Agenda with Steve Paikin the other week talking about Big Data and policy making.
There was a good discussion with a cast of character that included (not counting myself):
Kenneth Cukier, the Data Editor for The Economist and author of “Big Data: A Revolution That Will Transform How We L...
Posted at 2:00 on June 18, 2013 by CathiefromCanada
Today’s least surprising news story is that the nursing home foundation which sandbagged Justin Trudeau last week by complaining about how he owed them $20,000 has close ties to the Harper Cons.Its pretty obvious what happened here — the word went out from the PMO to the Con MPs “For heaven’s or Harper’s sake, please find somet...
Posted at 11:15 on June 17, 2013 by Warren
Inspiring, inspired.
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Posted at 10:30 on June 17, 2013 by John Klein
I couldn’t keep a straight face over this one. The T-Rex Burger is offensive, but the Baconator isn’t?
“She said the fast-food restaurant “strives to deliver a positive dining experience for our customers. Our goal is to provide options to our customers so they can make options that meet their needs.”
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Posted at 9:30 on June 17, 2013 by
Posted at 9:30 on June 17, 2013 by James C Morton
Shtaif v. Toronto Life Publishing Co. Ltd., 2013 ONCA 405 holds the single publication rule in defamation does not apply in Ontario:
[27] Many American States, either by judicial decision or statute, have adopted a “single publication rule” for mass publications. The rule holds that a plaintiff alleging defamation has a single cause of action, which arises at the first publication of an alleged...
Posted at 8:30 on June 17, 2013 by admin
The Queer Liberals will be supporting three main initiatives during Pride week.
1. The Pride March
On Sun, June 30th at 2PM the Pride March begins. There will be a sleek Liberal float and we are asking that liberals come on down and join us. This is our chance to make a big splash of a presence.
Location/Time: Show up at Church St & Park Road at 1PM to get ready before marching at 2PM (Sun)
2. The Liberal Booth...
Posted at 5:30 on June 17, 2013 by Warren
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Posted at 4:00 on June 17, 2013 by John Klein
When we thought Toronto’s crack Mayor Rob Ford was about to take the national scandal prize, Montreal’s replacement Mayor Michael Appelbaum rides (in a police car) to the rescue with corruption charges. What major city mayor is next to implode? Are Canadian municipal elections selecting the best political candidate they could be?
Mtl. mayor fa...
Posted at 12:00 on June 17, 2013 by CuriosityCat
High noon at 10 Downing Street
Politic...
Posted at 11:45 on June 17, 2013 by somecanuckchick
You remember Bruce Carson, a [former] top adviser to PMSH?
And, then there was that $90K cheque from PMSH’s right-hand man, ...
Posted at 10:45 on June 17, 2013 by Warren
I was up at the cabin all weekend, attending to more important matters. So I didn’t hear about Scott Reid’s attack on Jean Chretien in the Ottawa Citizen until I got back.
I won’t link to it. It’s a piece of shit, and what you’d expect.
Here, however, is just a little of what you need to know about Scott Reid.
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Posted at 9:45 on June 17, 2013 by bigcitylib
Who is "G.F. Liverpool"? Their Twitter avatar says it all... https://t.co/x1isxfiUVw #ComeClean! #LPC #cdnpoli #pnpcbc @evansolomoncbc
@bcbluecon Surely @JamesMoore_org can stop pretending that he is a conservative and either go sit with the #LPC or go work for Brylcreem...
RT @mfduggan68: @RosieBarton @evansolomoncbc @PnPCBC Listening to Leblanc make #LPC plugs is annoying. Stop campaigning and get #CPC to #ShowUsTheCheque!
RT @PercyDowne: On CTV Power Play with Don Martin talking about tax evasion and the upcoming G8 meeting. #cdnpoIi #PEIGuardian #LPC
@PnPCBC #LPC corrupted the Senate, and #CPC screw-ups are making these corruptions blatantly obvious. #ReformOrAbolish
On CTV Power Play with Don Martin talking about tax evasion and the upcoming G8 meeting. #cdnpoIi #PEIGuardian #LPC
RT @mfduggan68: @RosieBarton @evansolomoncbc @PnPCBC Listening to Leblanc make #LPC plugs is annoying. Stop campaigning and get #CPC to #ShowUsTheCheque!
#PnPCBC @MichelleRempel You are wrong. The leader of the #lpc agrees that Senate reform is necessary.
Meeting with my #GPC & #LPC friends at #brewerybay in #oriilia. Discussing local issues of concern in #simcoenorth. #coop4ca
.@EverettColdwell @RodSmelser I say its also about ways both dominant parties #LPC & #CPC have felt entitled 2 public money 4 far too long!!
Early night, up at 5am for some last minute cramming #6daysandcounting #lpc
Here's an interesting story about @judysgromp and "Strippergate". Anyone know how the scandal concluded? #lpc #cpc http://t.co/S5AMadZzSi
RT @kitconlib: Emerging countries will soon control half of the world economy, conference told http://t.co/np2Qrn83hF via @WR_Record #LPC #cdnpoli #economy
RT @TrevorsIdeas: #ndp refuses to support #lpc transparency motions. #ndp feels its more important to gain politically than support Cdns requests? #cdnpoli
#ndp refuses to support #lpc transparency motions. #ndp feels its more important to gain politically than support Cdns requests? #cdnpoli
Emerging countries will soon control half of the world economy, conference told http://t.co/np2Qrn83hF via @WR_Record #LPC #cdnpoli #economy
#CPC destroys Canada's reputation. Canada: Harper's retreating foreign policy http://t.co/gEkcfBJzK9 via @foreignreport #lpc #gpc #cdnpoli
@Tymlee #ndp #lpc #OldNews #cdnapoli #MoveOn Agree Both parties require laser focus pointed at #Cons
Stephen Harper : The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg http://t.co/xhCcE2IQ5y @pmharper #cdnpoli #canada #politics #CPC #lpc #ndp
RT @Tymlee: It's a shame that the #ndp message keeps getting muddled by their relentless efforts to concurrently smear #lpc. #OldNews #cdnapoli #MoveOn
@kenneyjason ....... How are 125 MPs against S-2? #idlenomore #firstnations #cdnpoli #LPC #CPC #NDP
It's a shame that the #ndp message keeps getting muddled by their relentless efforts to concurrently smear #lpc. #OldNews #cdnapoli #MoveOn
@JustinTrudeau I agree completely but what does the ban mean in real terms? Is there anything we can do to help resolve this situation? #LPC
RT @Anudda: Seriously #NDP #LPC, when #CPC MPs jump up and perform their trained seal act just point and laugh. #Cdnpoli
RT @joycemurray: Yep, another "trained seal" #QP attack on #LPC climate record from #CPC, the gang that obstructed/opposed every effort Libs made! #hypocrisy
We Canadians demand honest to goodness government before we all decide to revolt. #CPC #LPC #NDP #canpoli #cdnpoli
RT @PanDev31: @LiveZo Tu l'as dis..Voila une commission parlementaire qui donne plaisir à regarder par rapport à #LPC Haha
#AndrewCecil #Amazon #France2
@LiveZo Tu l'as dis..Voila une commission parlementaire qui donne plaisir à regarder par rapport à #LPC Haha
#AndrewCecil #Amazon #France2
