"For citizens who can’t add a small porch without a permit (that will likely be denied) ... watching builders and developers raze entire historic structures, erect hulking developments in sensitive areas and enjoy almost-free use of public infrastructure seems wrong," writes Garth Turner.
"Jennifer and Joel run a tight ship. I understand the eatery opened in 1995, and they took over the reins 17 years ago. They have the Midas touch of attracting highly talented, loyal and classy employees," writes Ross Robinson.
Six property owners have filed appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal, stalling and potentially killing the expansion of Old Town's heritage district, writes Brian Marshall.
"In the 18th century, instability, wars and social change were the norm," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson. "The function of music socially and politically was to represent the social values held by the royals, the aristocrats and the wealthy bourgeoisie."
"Earlier Ontarians understood that public ownership, pastoral landscapes, gardens, historical preservation and architecturally serious infrastructure could be forms of economic development," writes Keith McNenly.
"We can rest assured town council and our town staff led by chief administrator Nick Ruller are working overtime and proactively to mitigate the effects of our next major precipitation event. Big bucks. But with climate change guaranteed, 'it’s a matter of when, not if,'" writes Ross Robinson.
"We have seen heartbreaking images of flooded basements, entire farmer’s fields swept away, and businesses’ inventories destroyed," writes Wayne Gates.
"Garth is right that local politicians have the greatest impact on people’s daily lives. That is precisely why he should participate in the next election," writes Gienek Ksiazkiewicz.
"I have reported previously that tourism will be the eventual downfall of our local culture. We are nearing, or past, the point of no return, yet more tourism is our number one priority," writes Sam Young.
"Our leadership gave the final green light to a modern complex that will forever, irrevocably, irreversibly change our landmark street. Not since 1847 when the Courthouse was built has anyone done this," writes Garth Turner.
"'Heartbreak House' is a profound examination of generational change, of dreams and ambitions shattered by war, of industry and government overturning social programs in favour of exploitation," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
"What do we want our legislative bodies — municipal and provincial — to do to underwrite our shared wish relative to protecting Ontario’s heritage?" writes Brian Marshall.
"Do some patients with mid-to-late-stage dementia have abnormal electrical activity in their brains that contributes to their cognitive decline?" writes Dr. William Brown.
"Hats off to our first responders. These brave people go toward the fires to save lives and limit damage. Most people flee fires," writes Ross Robinson.
"Some homeowners pay fees and plant replacement trees in good faith, while others, it turns out, can appeal and be exempt from the law as written. Ridiculous," writes Kenton Needham.
"Accessibility is not just about complying with the law. It is about hospitality. It says that every customer matters and every visitor deserves the opportunity to enjoy everything our beautiful store has to offer," writes Cheryl Katz.
"I take the aerial view of the Parliament Oak fiasco surrounded by the large green trees and surrounding side streets ... as devastating, sad and tragic," writes Richard Peter Rand.
"Although this level of government has the greatest impact on citizens’ daily lives, it is weak, ineffectual, rudderless and dominated by special interests," writes Garth Turner.
Over the last five centuries, says Frank Lloyd Wright, what humanity has called architecture has been "phony": "It was not innate, it wasn’t organic and it didn’t have the character of nature.”
More than 40 years after the debut of this British farce on the Shaw Festival stage, "One for the Pot" returns with excellent performances that contain the elements needed to make this for-the-masses comedy a laugh riot, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
"As a pretentious British boss of mine said many years ago ... 'I have found that around the world, one can get on with two languages: English, and loud English,'" writes Ross Robinson.
"I provided you with an opportunity to do the right thing, which you have obviously declined to do. Please be advised that I intend to pursue this in the appropriate forum(s)," writes Derek Collins.
"That this correspondence from Mr. Rusin was accepted for publication started me wondering what standards of accuracy the editorial board of The Lake Report applies to letters it receives. Does it accept 'little lies' but not 'big lies'?" writes Richard James.
"Too often I have encountered cyclists riding two or three abreast, chatting and oblivious to what is going on. Electric vehicles are very silent, so these individuals do not know what is approaching," writes John McCallum.
"Architects, planners, engineers, landscape and heritage architects — all professionals in their respective fields are responsible for the design of this hotel and the underground parking garage," writes Victor Tarnoy.
"This non-profit took the bitter pill in favour of supporting the health and welfare of the community they are anchored in. And, that decision, in and of itself, is a shining example of a cultural institution that understands its vital connection to the local greater good," writes Brian Marshall.
"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
A bad deal to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Canada to the U.S., "is not in Canada's national interests, but we cannot simply walk away from this structure," writes Keith McNenly.
"Warmer temperatures and more frequent, intense storms are likely as climate change progresses, both of which will likely increase bacteria levels in water," writes Kyra Simone.
