Budget Day 2005!

Alright, so the lockup is done and the details are flowing. The CBC has an excellent feature site on the 2005 Federal Budget: Surplus: $5.9 billion Military: $12.3 billion boost over 5 years. Largest in 20 years. 5000 more regulars, 3000 more reserves, 3.2 billion to cover supplies, repair infrastructure, training… I’m under the impression …

Top Women should play for Stanley Cup

Adrienne Clarkson, Canadas’ Governor General has declared that the Stanley Cup should not be forgotten simply because of NHL labour issues! No, following the wishes of her predecessor, Lord Stanley, Governor General of Canada who, in 1893 purchased the Cup and left it in the care of two trustees so that it could be awarded …

Mr. Dithers grows a Backbone

And if Paul Martin isn’t careful he might just come across as being a leader. I gotta say I was flabergasted when I read, again on ADBOI, (yes, I know, I’m addicted) this: While “diplomacy and dialogue” remain a top priority, the Prime Minister said the world community “must be prepared to stand behind our …