Letter: Living with risk of COVID re-infection
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Smart: Is the pandemic really over?
When the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global pandemic on March 11, 2020 we had no idea what was to follow. Six days later our world came to a standstill. A novel coronavirus presented an unprecedented threat; the early days were scary and uncertain.
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Longworth: The essential role of ethical AI
In the ever-evolving world of technology, it is crucial we harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) not only with innovation in mind but with a strong ethical compass.
Read moreOFA: Three tax filing changes farmers should know about
OPINION – Tax season is coming up and while it’s always important to stay on top of deadlines and new rules, there are changes to three specific federal tax filing requirements that farmers should pay particular attention to for 2024.
Read moreOPG Canadian Navigable Waters Act Public Notice
Ontario Power Generation, Inc. (OPG) hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.
Read moreOFA: Younger farmers changing face of agriculture
OPINION – Much is always made of the high average age of Canadian farmers, but there’s a quiet shift happening in agriculture that is changing the face of our industry. Quite literally, farming is in transition – and I’m one of many farmers right in the middle of it.
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Sudds: House of Commons 2024 session kicks off
Winter has finally arrived, and it’s time to dust off those cross-country skis! I’d like to extend a big thank you to all volunteers who are doing an amazing job grooming the cross-country and snowshoe trails in our community.
Read moreOFA talks farmland preservation at ROMA conference
OPINION – Issues around food security, rural infrastructure and responsible long-term land use planning were front and centre at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) annual conference this past week.
Read moreLetter: Men’s Sheds a haven
Let’s talk a bit about the heart and soul of our communities – Men’s Sheds. These havens aren’t just about woodworking; They’re about carving out connections, building camaraderie, and nailing mental well-being.
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Kelly: ROMA rundown
It’s good to be back after a very busy 2024 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference, held Jan. 21-22 in Toronto, where I had the opportunity to meet with four provincial ministers to advocate on behalf of Ward 5 and the rest of rural Ottawa.
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