Christmas season elections spark calls for accountability
Ken Wapver argues for voting during Christmas and New Year to reflect on policy. He notes the power of one vote, urges holding politicians to account, and recalls personal vows to be accountable, hoping Canadians vote in early 2006.
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Post Office
Ken
Hitler
Trudeau
Clark
Mulroney
Chretien
Martin
Jean Chretien
Year’s quiet heroes rise in faith and resilience
The author argues many meaningful stories go unread by major year end lists. He highlights individuals confronting addiction, marital strife, crime restitution, farming shifts, serious illness, mental health battles, and faith driven endurance. These unsung acts of courage inspire families and communities.
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Time Magazine
Bono
Bill and
Melinda Gates
Bush
Clinton
Pope Benedict XVI
Addictions Foundation of
Manitoba
Willard Monson House
Ste. Rose
Christmas memories keep my heart in festive mood
Fira Fatesen reflects on how sight sound scent and taste of Christmas shape lasting memories. She recalls carols firs candy canes hot chocolate and holiday meals, noting memories evolve with each year and that Christmas comes but once a year, though she hopes for many more.
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