In the Ontario political realm, school trustees are often considered the lowest rung of the democratic order. Their job generally attracts little attention — yet these elected officials are responsible for overseeing the

It took three years of research, writing and lobbying – and a lot of patience – but the work of the Friends of Ryerson Park finally paid off. And a majority of the

We all make mistakes. When you’re in a position that is in the public realm — say, a town politician or even a community newspaper entrepreneur — the decisions you make often are

One of the prized democratic institutions in a full, free society is the concept of open, accountable and transparent governance. At the federal and provincial levels, legislative debates can be so highly partisan

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents have a tradition of loudly – and repeatedly ­– telling town councillors and officials what’s best for the town. People are passionate and engaged on issues affecting where they live. The

Dear editor: It seems Ontario Premier Doug Ford is once again trying to implement changes to government operations that will run contrary to the interests of Ontario citizens, including those of us who

If you weren’t born in Niagara-on-the-Lake, but now call it home, chances are you moved here because of the lifestyle, small-town community feel, fine weather, quaint village-like atmosphere, historic importance or any combination