"Without hard boundaries including progressive taxation and dissolution of monopolies, oligarchy will continue to deconstruct society until elections, law, and truth become historical artifacts," writes Keith McNenly.
"The economy has flatlined. Trump’s war went badly. Inflation is back, so interest rates won’t be falling ... But people still want houses. And, of course, everyone wants to live here," writes Garth Turner.
"Any correctly thinking council — one that represents the good of the town and its residents as opposed to commercial real estate investors — would support proper controls and a cap on the short-term rental market," writes Brian Marshall.
"The relatively sudden demise of a once-accepted part of our lives, almost instantly replaced by handheld devices that mostly pass the time in our pockets," writes Ross Robinson.
"I grew up in Burford, a small village in southwestern Ontario, and the weekly Burford Advance was an integral part of our community. Sadly gone now, so there is no source of local news," writes Stewart Jeans from Ottawa.
"There is no bomb that can create peace. There is no act of genocide that can lead to freedom. We are all connected and an injury to one is an injury to all. We all deserve to live," writes Kit Andres, Mennonite Action organizer.
"What can be more relaxing on a warm summer day then chilling out on your favourite lounge chair or hammock and watching the grasses sway and rustle in the breeze? " asks Joanne Young.
"How refreshing to read a media analysis of Pierre Poilievre's public statements that finally does an accurate and careful assessment of what he actually says," writes Sue Lott from Ottawa.
Ross Robinson shares his thoughts on the 2024 Olympics, as someone who worked at both the 1972 and 1976 Summer Games in Munich and Montreal, respectively — plus, how the Canadian teams can get a leg up on the competition in the future.
"Have we priced ourselves out of the economic reality in which most Canadians live? Of course," writes Garth Turner in this week's edition of The Turner Report.
"Mr. Harley clearly shows the style of politics this current leader endorses — confuse, mislead and keep to a message determined by discussions among themselves and those who think like them," writes Derek Insley.
"Mystery and magic are in the very words and idea of a "secret garden." We want to know more. Where is it? What's in it? Why is it a secret?" writes Penny-Lynn Cookson in her review of "The Secret Garden" at the Shaw Festival.
"Residents often choose to live in a gated community because they can no longer physically manage to maintain a pleasant living space and have elected to pay for their real estate to be looked after by professionals," writes Norman Paraschuk.
"We must be back at Queen’s Park as soon as possible to address these problems and work proactively and collaboratively to find solutions," writes MPP Wayne Gates.
"While I’m sure Poilievre is great at pandering, he’s a politician. Let’s not pretend liberal media isn’t great at it as well," writes Alexander Evans.
"The financial straits of Canadian news media (specifically legacy print media) stems from the loss of classified ad revenue, so blame Craigslist or eBay, if you must," writes Kevin Leicht.
The Lake Report's Aug. 15 editorial by editor-in-chief Richard Harley, "Poilievre is truly great — at pandering," has garnered attention from coast to coast. It also struck some nerves.
"Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre delivered a plethora of lies during his visit to NOTL, forcing The Lake Report to respond with the longest editorial it has ever published."
"Why are certain members of council reluctant to enforce compliance to the official plan and zoning bylaws to prevent these unsuitably located big commercial developments in the already overcrowded historic area?" writes Robert Buchkowsky.
"Was NOTL the busiest small town in Canada last weekend?" asks Ross Robinson. Between the Niagara 5000 car show and Peach Festival goings-on Saturday and Sunday, it was likely a strong contender.
"When the hottest days of summer hit, many container garden plants slow down on making flowers and fresh foliage — even if you keep up with watering," writes Joanne Young.
"Dividing the world into left and right, as the Americans are doing (and we’re following) solves nothing. One side is not right and good, the other wrong and evil. Trust me. I’ve been on both," writes Garth Turner.
"It's not too late to save the situation. Ask Mr. Marotta and Two Sisters to build something that is desperately needed and would be welcomed with open arms: An elegant retirement residence," writes Hamish Kerr.
