One of the lessons I try to impart on my grandchildren is to always respect and value their elders. It’s a simple lesson, and one that my parents instilled in me. The report on the state of our long-term care homes from the Canadian Armed Forces shocked and enraged anyone with a heart – our parents and grandparents living among cockroach infestations, alongside rotten food, … [Read more...] about Our seniors in long-term care deserve respect and dignity
Opinion
As reopening begins, let’s continue to protect each other
Our focus in recent weeks — recent months, really, how crazy is that — has been on essential businesses and the efforts they have gone to in order to operate safely, for their staff, and for us, their customers. This week’s business openings add another layer to the conversation. Retailers who had just become accustomed to curbside pickup, are now permitted to open their … [Read more...] about As reopening begins, let’s continue to protect each other
Letter: Gratitude post from reader
Chamber preparing for when it’s time to welcome visitors
Letter: Queen Street in need of sprucing up
Hopefully this will reach all the landlords and store owners on Queen Street, the main street of what was once voted The Prettiest Town in Canada. Please take the time to walk up and down this gracious street and look carefully at the poor condition of the paint work on the storefronts on almost all of these beautiful heritage buildings. At least 90 per cent are in dire need … [Read more...] about Letter: Queen Street in need of sprucing up