West Carleton Online – On top of the West Carleton beat
OPINION – Last week, Ontario farmers delivered a clear and practical message to decision-makers at Queen’s Park: we grow an incredible range of food in this province, but too much of it leaves in its raw form, only to come back to us as a finished product. That’s a missed opportunity for farmers, for rural communities, and for Ontario’s economy.
Read moreOPINION – The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) welcomes targeted measures in the federal government’s spring economic update 2026 that recognize the importance of applying a food lens to federal regulatory decision-making.
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I agree there are no quick and easy solutions to address the flooding impact on residents of West Carleton-March, but there are ways to mitigate the impacts.
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What a wonderful gesture from these young students and athletes, showing community spirit by looking out for those in need of assistance at a critical time.
Read moreOPINION – The National Farmers Union (NFU) wants green, affordable and reliable public transportation, and Alto isn’t it.
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It’s finally happened, spring has resurfaced, just as it always promises to do.
Read moreThe National Farmers Union – Ontario (NFU-O) is dismayed to hear the Government of Ontario plans to move forward with the amalgamation of 36 regional Conservation Authorities (CA) in to nine.
Read moreOne of the options should be High-Frequency Rail (HFR) – in other words, fixing the VIA rail system we have to provide faster, more reliable service.
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My alma mater is making headlines this month, and for all the wrong reasons. Canadian colleges and universities have been crushed by federal cuts, inflation and the cost of living (just like all of us).
Read moreLast week I had the opportunity to speak on Your Morning Ottawa about International Women’s Day. We were talking about something that might sound simple but is actually incredibly powerful for our health: the way women support one another.
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