If you’re from Toronto, and you’re already on Twitter, then you probably already know that our mayor has his own account. It’s well worth following, and not just for “mayor stuff” – Miller frequently comments on global issues and community happenings, and he certainly does so from a unique perspective. Although Miller’s term will end […]

I’ve linked to the Toronto Elections website before, but since today is the big day, I thought I’d link directly to this page. If you enter your address, it’ll tell you where to vote and who your candidates are. After all, today isn’t just about electing a new mayor. Of course, that’s a very important […]

My wife, who can’t vote in Monday’s election because she’s a landed resident but not a citizen, brought this site to my attention yesterday. “I Vote Toronto is a coalition of individuals and organizations who believe in creating a more inclusive and representative city. We are asking the provincial government to expand voting eligibility to […]

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada, which is a union representing federal scientists, has launched a new site to combat what it calls the government’s “worrying trend away from evidence-based policy-making.” The site intends to highlight science conducted for the public good – much of which is funded by taxpayers and carried […]

These guys are playing a set tonight at the El Mocambo with Hands & Teeth and a host of other fine bands. Among other things, it’ll be their first live set with their new drummer. Do check it out if you’re able. In other news, I’m surprised and a little impressed to see that the […]

Like Together is Amazing, which I mentioned on Monday, Power Smart Month is a rather innovative campaign happening out on the west coast. “October is Power Smart month,” according to the good people at BC Hydro, and that means it’s “time for discounts on energy-efficient products – and time for some great contests and events.” […]

Peter Lynn is a friend that I got to know a number of years ago through Golden Words, the campus humour paper at our alma mater. He’s maintained a blog called Man vs Clown! for years, and like his work at GW, it’s funny stuff indeed. Like many people whose blogs have been around for […]

Kate and I went down to Clinton’s last night to check out the launch of Dust City, the newest young adult novel by local author Robert Paul Weston. In addition to being an accomplished writer and teacher, Rob is also a friend of Kate’s, having taught one of her previous writing classes. It was a […]

Kate and I got back from Vancouver late last night, ordered a pizza, did some laundry and went to bed. Now it’s Monday morning, and we’re both getting ready to head back to work and jump back into the usual routine. For me, that includes getting back into posting after a brief hiatus, and I […]

My good friend Sofi has a new blog. It’s just getting started, but she’s posting pretty frequently. Do check it out.