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DREAM OF DEMOCRACY 7: Implementation

Last time around, we agreed to assume, for the purposes of discussion, that the constitution of Canada B has now been drafted. This process complete, Canada B will now be said to exist as an alternate form of government for the land mass we all inhabit—you know, that big, cold chunk of ground north of the 49th parallel. Our gorgeous land mass can now be said to have two ardent suitors: 'Canada' and Canada B. Which will prevail?

WaterBlogged#1

Sara’s adventure with water metering, so far

DISCLAIMER: These musings are my own personal thoughts; they are NOT from the Rossland Water Stewardship Task Force, though being a member of it heavily influences the direction of my thoughts.

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Fifteen days ago we celebrated the installation of our water meter! Hooray!

I looked at the meter today, and that look provoked some thoughts on the value of water.

Eat Smart Meet Smart

Do you work hard to pack a healthy lunch only to arrive at work to find doughnuts in the staff room? You have plenty of food in your lunch, you don’t need to grab a doughnut but every time you walk by the door, there they are, calling to you with their delicious frosted tops.

ToyBox Radio Show: Potty Training

Parents love to brag about how early their child was potty trained.  Other fear the topic and wonder if their child is normal. Today, we will calm your fears and explain what is considered normal when it comes to potty training.

Climate Change Adaptation Priority Setting Event

The City of Rossland Adapting to Climate Change Steering Committee is holding a Priority Setting Event on Wednesday, March 3rd from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Prestige Inn.

An invitation to share ideas

When issues arise, Rosslanders get moving. Over the years, I have been truly inspired by the energy and commitment my fellow citizens have made in the quest to stabilize public education in Rossland.

"Rednecks"

We are all familiar with this slang term. Many modern 'necks appear to take great pride in what they are. What is at the heart of being a redneck? Ignorance?

Dream of Democracy 6: the war of the words

Time for a recap. The governmental system that currently asserts sovereignty over the portion of the North America land mass commonly known as ‘Canada’ (via the Canadian Constitution Act of 1982) does so in several ways that are morally and ethically indefensibly. Specifically, 'Canada', as currently constituted, exists 

Small But Mighty: Sprouts

Need a good nutrition boost to keep you energized during these drab days? Go get yourself some sprouts. Pile them into your favorite sandwich or on top of a salad; these little nutrient powerhouses are available locally year-round, are fresh and delicious and are brimming with nutrients.

Sprouts are seeds that have been soaked and rinsed a number of times until they germinate, or sprout. Some sprouts are eaten as soon as they germinate and others are best once they have grown a little plant.

ToyBox Radio Show: Bed Wetting

ToyBox Radio - with Dr. Henry Ukpeh

Today we tackle the issue of bed wetting.  How old is too old to wet the bed?  Is something wrong? Find out now on ToyBox Radio.

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