Is there a rebellion brewing in the HCDSB?
2021-04-28
In the aftermath of the Halton Catholic School Board’s decision to not raise the PRIDE flag at it’s schools inRead More …
Burlington’s Party Nomination Races Heat Up as Kearns, Manaa seeks Liberal Pick
2021-04-27
Rumours about who will run in the 2022 provincial election in Burlington have begun to heat up as at least three people have announced their intention to seek the nomination to run against Progressive Conservative incumbent Jane McKenna. Who is eventually chosen to be candidate will be decided by local riding association members, and the Liberals appear headed for a contested nomination where multiple candidates face off in a contest for member support.Read More …
The 905er Tries To Figure Out What Happened at the HCDSB
2021-04-22
We are joined today by Dr Alexandra Power who delegated to HCDSB in support of a motion to fly the Pride flag over schools in June to show support for LGBTQ+ students.Read More …
There is no PRIDE in the cowardice of the Halton Catholic School Board
2021-04-21
Last night was supposed to be the vote on whether or not the Halton Catholic School Board would raise the Pride flag at their schools. But no vote happened…Read More …
Paradise Lost?
2021-04-15
Thursday’s episode covers three 905 stories: the latest changes of direction on our schools and an education minister with egg on his face; $5 million for Burlington City Hall’s front yard; a new stinky mess in Cootes Paradise. Read More …
“They Don’t Know How The System Works” – Andrea Grebenc and Patrick Murphy Speak Frankly About Provincial Education Mistakes
2021-04-13
Andrea Grebenc, chair of Halton District School Board, and Patrick Murphy, Chair of Halton Catholic District School Board, set out the frustration felt by school boards as they face a provincial government that doesn’t listen to education experts, or understand Ontario’s education systemin a detailed and frank discussion.Read More …
Parks and Vaccination: failures of logic and imagination by multiple levels of government
2021-04-08
Have regional MOHs lost faith with the province? Are they willing to use their powers to overrule a province which always does too little, too late? And why would Burlington be spending money to police parks when the malls are jammed?Read More …
San Grewal of The Pointer talks about the politics of the 905
2021-04-06
San Grewal of The Pointer gives a passionate and articulate account of why the 905 matters and how it has been failed by politicians and legacy media alike in an episode you won’t want to miss.Read More …
Brick (Thick as A) – Who is Paying for Bad Opinions and Poor Decisions at Queens Park?
2021-03-18
MPP Sam Oosterhoff apparently found the provincial advice to cover his mouth with a piece of paper or cloth overly arduous last year, and was proudly photographed ignoring the rules the rest of us are expected to keep. But this week he has again shown he is willing to advocate government control of a far more intimate part of women’s anatomy. Why won’t the premier get to grips with his unruly backbencher?Read More …
Briar Emond paints a picture of being an artist in the pandemic
2021-03-16
This week we’re speaking to Burlington Artist Briar Emond about what it’s like to be an artist in the 905 Region, amazing organizations and services open to the public and artists alike for people wishing to learn more or get involved in the visual arts.Read More …