Patriotism Across Borders Sparks Nascent Banter
In a column linking Canadian pride to cultural satire, the writer highlights Jeff Douglas and Molson’s “I Am Canadian” campaign, notes media restrictions, and riffs on U S Canada rivalry with historical quips and literary references. The piece cites U571 inaccuracies, Chauvinism, and notes Anthony Trollope’s foresight.
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Hollywood
U.S. Navy
Her Majesty
Oakville
Harold Lawrence
Nicolas Chauvin
Walkerton Ontario Water Supply Contaminated By E coli Fears
A deadly E coli contamination in Walkerton Ontario taints the town water after rain runoff from cattle. Five dead and hundreds ill prompt criticism of officials for delays and alleged mismanagement in reporting the crisis.
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No-chance safety warning spurs rural Canada water vigilance
The speaker warns that children on dialysis and the elderly can be fatally affected by unsafe rural water. He urges all rural communities to ensure water is maintained at acceptable levels to protect health and welfare and prevent avoidable deaths. The message calls for heightened vigilance nationwide.
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