10 everyday decisions for social media success

http://www.projecteve.com/10-everyday-decisions-for-social-media-success/

Angry voters

http://www.economist.com/blogs/buttonwood/2013/12/democracy?fsrc=rss

The Best Business Decisions of 2013

http://www.businessinsider.com/best-business-decisions-2013-12

Senate ethics – what about Press Gallery ethics?

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/headline/article16093020/

Wishing those who celebrate a very Merry Christmas and to all a safe, joyous and peaceful holiday season.

NYT Op-Ed: The Legitimacy Problem

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/12/24/opinion/brooks-the-legitimacy-problem.html?ref=opinion&_r=0

Canada departs Afghanistan in 100 days

http://www.ottawasun.com/2013/12/22/canada-departs-afghanistan-in-100-days

Supreme Court of Canada strikes down federal criminal prostitution laws

http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2013/12/20/supreme_court_of_canada_strikes_down_federal_criminal_prostitution_laws.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Edmonton youth worker tweets about at-risk teens

http://www.cbc.ca/news/aboriginal/edmonton-youth-worker-tweets-about-at-risk-teens-1.2469265?cmp=rss

The Uncertain Fate of the Downtown Department Store

http://nextcity.org/daily/entry/the-uncertain-fate-of-downtown-department-stores#.UrGfYhsPnro.twitter

Building a Culture For Millennials

http://millennialceo.com/guest-blog/building-culture-millennials-thindifference/

@Zen_Moments - The only thing wrong with the democratic process is the failure to use it. ~ Seymour Graubard

Incandescent light bulb ban starts Jan. 1, 2014

http://www.cbc.ca/news/technology/incandescent-light-bulb-ban-starts-jan-1-2014-1.2462888?cmp=fbtl

The Single Most Important Habit of Successful Entrepreneurs

http://m.entrepreneur.com/article/230107#|gigyaMobileDialog

National strategy on dementia needed now, advocates say

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/national-strategy-on-dementia-needed-now-advocates-say-1.2461259?cmp=rss&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

We need to take the long view on pensions

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/pensions-need-the-long-view/article15849107/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

Vaughan's Stuck on Planet Earth are No. 1 again on CBC radio countdown

http://www.yorkregion.com/news-story/4262710-vaughan-s-stuck-on-planet-earth-are-no-1-again-on-cbc-radio-countdown/

CBC and the Aboriginal Community

http://www.cbc.ca/newsblogs/community/editorsblog/2013/12/cbc-and-the-aboriginal-community.html

Oasis Skateboard Factory gives struggling teens a chance to show their skills

http://www.theglobeandmail.com//news/toronto/oasis-skateboard-factory-gives-struggling-teens-a-chance-to-show-their-skills/article15810072/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

Canadians are more attached to their country than the people of any other advanced democracy on Earth: survey

http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2013/12/07/canada_it_really_is_our_home_and_native_land.html

Yes, Millennials Are Cheap—and This Graph of the Teenage Budget Explains Why

http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2013/12/yes-millennials-are-cheap-and-this-graph-of-the-teenage-budget-explains-why/282123/

Time: Nelson Mandela, 1918–2013: Remembering an Icon of Freedom.

http://world.time.com/2013/12/05/nelson-mandela-1918-2013-remembering-an-icon-of-freedom/

Stand-up Psychology: What Makes Comics Funny

http://www.psychologytomorrowmagazine.com/what-makes-comics-funny/

Today is the International Day of Person's with Disabilities

http://www.un.org/disabilities/default.asp?id=1607#!

Canada’s fall in math-education ranking sets off red flags

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/education/canadas-fall-in-math-education-ranking-sets-off-red-flags/article15730663/?click=tglobe

Gridlock: The $6 billion (at least) problem

http://www.thestar.com/business/2013/11/29/gridlock_the_6_billion_at_least_problem.html

The Evolution of Social Media [INFOGRAPHIC]

http://socialmedialondon.co.uk/evolution-of-social-media/

Antonio - Hero!

The Top 10 Corporate Social Media Disasters

http://www.businessinsider.com/the-top-10-corporate-social-media-disasters-2013-11

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of #ViolenceAgainstWomen. Gender-based violence is unacceptable and can be prevented.

OECD warns poverty among seniors rising in Canada, points to public pensions gap

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/oecd-warns-poverty-among-seniors-rising-in-canada-points-to-public-pensions-gap/article15600342/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

Iran nuclear deal – what are the terms of the agreement?

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/middleeast/iran/10470976/Iran-nuclear-deal-what-are-the-terms-of-the-agreement.html

50th Anniversary of JFK's Passing: A look at how the public saw America in Kennedy's times

http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2013/11/20/jfks-america/

Rob Ford: Look at Ford Nation, Ford Haters and the rest: James

http://www.thestar.com/news/city_hall/2013/11/21/a_look_at_ford_nation_ford_haters_inc_and_the_rest_james.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Canada’s recovery stalled, housing still a risk, OECD says

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/top-business-stories/canadas-recovery-stalled-but-should-perk-up-oecd-says/article15503786/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

If You’re Going to Change Your Culture, Do It Quickly

http://blogs.hbr.org/2013/11/if-youre-going-to-change-your-culture-do-it-quickly/?utm_source=Socialflow&utm_medium=Tweet&utm_campaign=Socialflow

Canada’s jobs recovery tilts toward the low earners

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/economy-lab/canadas-jobs-recovery-tilts-toward-the-low-earners/article15430866/

The GridTO: Why is it so freakin' hard to find an affordable apartment rental in Toronto?

http://www.thegridto.com/life/real-estate/no-vacancy/

How globalization has left the 1 per cent even further ahead

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/time-to-lead/how-globalization-has-left-the-1-per-cent-even-further-ahead/article15433419/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

Interactive: This Is How Much Money Twitter Owes You

http://newsfeed.time.com/2013/11/07/interactive-this-is-how-much-money-twitter-owes-you/

Montreal Gazette Editorial: Quebec profits from being part of Canada

http://www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/editorials/Editorial+Quebec+profits+from+being+part+Canada/9151829/story.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Philippines typhoon: How to donate to Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts

Also, please consider www.SavetheChildren.org

http://www.thestar.com/news/world/2013/11/11/philippines_typhoon_how_to_donate_to_typhoon_haiyan_relief_efforts.html

Lest we forget . . .

Remembrance Day: 10 momentous battles for Canadians

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/remembrance-day-10-momentous-battles-for-canadians/article15372348/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

PR Needs to Master The Art of the Public Apology

http://www.prnewsonline.com/water-cooler/2013/11/08/pr-needs-to-master-the-art-of-the-public-apology/

Mayor Rob Ford’s crack use 'weakened' Toronto’s brand

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/mayor-rob-ford-s-crack-use-weakened-toronto-s-brand-1.2417003?cmp=rss

Globe editorial: Rob Ford must resign

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/editorials/rob-ford-must-resign/article15285016/

Rural or urban? Which is the most sustainable development?

http://sustainablecitiescollective.com/david-thorpe/193996/rural-or-urban-which-most-sustainable-development

The true costs of suburban sprawl

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-debate/the-true-costs-of-sprawl/article15218154/?cmpid=rss1&click=dlvr.it

Ford desecrates mayor’s office: James

http://www.thestar.com/news/city_hall/2013/11/01/mayor_rob_ford_is_finished.html

IBM and City of Fort Lauderdale partner on a first-of-a-kind public safety big data and analytics project.

http://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/42310.wss

The Day 1 Million Americans Thought Aliens Invaded Earth

http://mashable.com/2013/10/30/orson-welles-war-of-the-worlds/?utm_cid=mash-com-Tw-main-link

Great story about a teacher inspiring his students

http://www.thestar.com/life/2013/10/29/malcolm_gladwells_high_school_teacher_inspired_many_other_greats.html

Involving residents in the design of services – top tips

http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/oct/26/design-services-residents

Markham’s rapid change into Canada’s most diverse city

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/toronto/markhams-rapid-change-into-canadas-most-diverse-city/article15087829/

Heartbreaking pictures of the Chinese toddlers tied up all day because their parents can't afford child care

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1267794/Tethered-safe-Chinese-workers-forced-tie-youngsters-work-afford-child-care.html

The real parent trap: daycare costs

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/household-finances/the-real-parent-trap-daycare-costs/article15031582/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Legally blind Grade 4 student sees with high-tech glasses

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/legally-blind-grade-4-student-sees-with-high-tech-glasses-1.2186517?cmp=rss

Two-year study paints tough picture for new Canadians

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/toronto/two-year-study-paints-tough-picture-for-new-canadians/article14979853/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Happy Local Government Week

http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page5568.aspx

Canada, EU, unveil 'historic' free trade agreement

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/eu-harper/article14924915/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Conference Board of Canada: Majority of Ontario Road Infrastructure Costs Paid by Motorists

http://www.conferenceboard.ca/press/newsrelease/13-10-17/majority_of_ontario_road_infrastructure_costs_paid_by_motorists.aspx?utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=cboc&utm_content=bufferae459&utm_medium=twitter

Canada not doing enough to tackle problems of aboriginal people: U.N.

‏http://ca.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idCABRE99E10120131016#.Ul63QlBH7uo.twitter

Trudeau: This Throne Speech must address middle-class anxiety

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/this-throne-speech-must-address-middle-class-anxiety/article14868772/

Canadians looking for “bold new vision” ahead of throne speech: poll

http://www.ipolitics.ca/2013/10/16/canadians-looking-for-bold-new-vision-ahead-of-throne-speech-poll/

Larry Summers: In shutdown debate, focus should be on growth instead of deficit

http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/lawrence-summers-in-shutdown-debate-focus-on-growth-not-deficit/2013/10/13/c944c20c-3428-11e3-be86-6aeaa439845b_story.html?Post+generic=%3Ftid%3Dsm_twitter_washingtonpost#

Big Data Could Create an Era of Big Discrimination

http://finance.yahoo.com/blogs/the-exchange/big-data-could-create-era-big-discrimination-191444085.html

Political parties don’t die so easily

http://www2.macleans.ca/2013/10/11/political-parties-dont-die-so-easily/

Why data is the 'oil of the 21st century'

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/video/video-tableau-software-ceo-turns-data-into-dollars/article14794793/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Time: 5 Things Everybody Should Know About Janet Yellen

http://business.time.com/2013/09/16/5-things-everybody-should-know-about-janet-yellen/?iid=biz-main-lead

Globe & Mail Editorial: The slides that came in from Brazil

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/editorials/the-slides-that-came-in-from-brazil/article14734376/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

NYT: Europe Aims to Regulate the Cloud

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/07/business/international/europe-aims-to-regulate-the-cloud.html?partner=rss&emc=rss&_r=2&

In Obama’s war on leaks, reporters fight back

http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/in-obamas-war-on-leaks-reporters-fight-back/2013/10/04/70231e1c-2aeb-11e3-b139-029811dbb57f_story.html

Predicting Future Crowd Behavior with Big Public Data

http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/guest-blog/2013/09/19/predicting-future-crowd-behavior-with-big-public-data/

Tecumseh’s Ghost

http://www.nationalnewswatch.com/2013/10/05/tecumsehs-ghost/#.UlA23lMlmkx

A 6-Point Checklist for Effective PR Measurement

http://www.prnewsonline.com/water-cooler/2013/10/04/a-6-point-checklist-for-effective-pr-measurement/

Inside Toronto's new maximum security detention centre

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/news-video/video-inside-torontos-new-maximum-security-detention-centre/article14698079/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Ottawa Citizen Editorial: The government is failing Canada’s veterans

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/opinion/editorials/government+failing+Canada+veterans/8988851/story.html

Canada ranks fifth in well-being of elders: study

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/canada-ranks-fifth-in-well-being-of-elders-study/article14621721/

Engaging Cities: 5 Ways to Create the Virtuous Cycle of Citizen Engagement

http://www.engagingcities.com/article/5-ways-create-virtuous-cycle-citizen-engagement

NYT: Technology and the College Generation

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/29/fashion/technology-and-the-college-generation.html?pagewanted=all#!

Courting the Tim Horton’s voter

http://www.thestar.com/news/insight/2013/09/27/courting_the_tim_hortons_voter.html

Seymour Hersh on Obama, NSA and the 'pathetic' American media

http://www.theguardian.com/media/media-blog/2013/sep/27/seymour-hersh-obama-nsa-american-media?CMP=twt_gu

5 Ways Cities Are Using Big Data

http://mashable.com/2013/09/25/big-data-cities/#

OPINION: High users of health care: are we asking the right questions?

http://healthydebate.ca/opinions/a-population-health-perspective-on-high-users-of-health-care

Corporate responsibility: Do you have what it takes?

http://www.bdc.ca/EN/advice_centre/articles/Pages/corporate_responsibility.aspx?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=socialmedia&utm_campaign=bdcsocial

Canada’s long-term debt target: An oldie but a goodie

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/economy-lab/canadas-long-term-debt-target-an-oldie-but-a-goodie/article14447942/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&_rob_utm_medium=twitter

Richard Florida: The Boom Towns and Ghost Towns of the New Economy

http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2013/10/the-boom-towns-and-ghost-towns-of-the-new-economy/309460/

Rita Pierson: Every kid needs a champion

http://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion.html

Starting a new life in Pickering - A Syrian family's experience

http://www.durhamregion.com/news-story/4084955-starting-a-new-life-in-pickering/

Toronto fire chief Jim Sales is my hero: Mallick

http://www.thestar.com/opinion/commentary/2013/09/18/toronto_fire_chief_jim_sales_is_my_hero_mallick.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Toronto Star: Former residents settle Huronia lawsuit for $35M

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/09/17/former_residents_settle_huronia_lawsuit_for_35m.html

BBC Arts & Culture: How do film-makers manipulate our emotions with music?

http://www.bbc.co.uk/arts/0/24083243

Rana Florida - 7 Principles to Upgrade Your Life

http://changethis.com/manifesto/109.02.Upgrade/pdf/109.02.Upgrade.pdf

This ad was aired only once.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px5YcOeQB4I

NYT Analysis: Russian Proposal Catches Obama Between Putin and House Republicans

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/10/world/middleeast/surprise-russian-proposal-catches-obama-between-putin-and-house-republicans.html?partner=rss&emc=rss&smid=tw-nytimes&_r=0

Could Simple Things Like Stretching, Smiling, And Sitting Up Actually Make You Work Better?

http://www.fastcompany.com/3016874/could-simple-things-like-stretching-smiling-and-sitting-up-actually-make-you-work-better

How to go the extra mile using Twitter for PR

http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/99984b72-d403-4c3a-aeb7-0682a116c307.aspx?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Op-Ed: Citizens’ assembly returns democracy to the people

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/opinion/op-ed/Citizens+assembly+returns+democracy+people/8869840/story.html

Simpson: Syria is not a test of U.S. leadership

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/syria-is-not-a-test-of-us-leadership/article14088999/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

How To Organize Your Day For Success

http://www.fastcompany.com/3015935/leadership-now/how-to-organize-your-day-for-success

”The biggest weapon any cancer patient has isn’t chemo, isn’t radiation. It’s belief.”

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/30/regina_teen_leaves_toronto_cancerfree_and_walking_again_after_battle_with_ewings_sarcoma.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

AP SOURCES: Intelligence On Syria Chemical Weapons No 'Slam Dunk'

http://www.businessinsider.com/intelligence-on-syria-chemical-weapons-2013-8

"I have a dream . . ." August 28, 1963

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smEqnnklfYs

Canada's economic future tied to global competitiveness: report

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/sb-growth/going-global/canadas-global-trade-agenda-opportunities-for-smes/article13936619/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

On Sammy Yatim, police chief wants answers: DiManno

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/26/on_sammy_yatim_police_chief_wants_answers_dimanno.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

IBM Smarter Cities - How can insights help your city in the new era of smart.

http://asmarterplanet.com/blog/2013/08/new-video-series-captures-best-practices-for-smarter-cities.html

U.S. Church: "Now-or-never moment" for immigration reform push

http://en.radiovaticana.va/news/2013/08/22/u.s._church:_now-or-never_moment_for_immigration_reform_push/en1-721820

World city status starts with smaller steps — like the Pan Ams: Royson James

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/22/world_city_status_starts_with_smaller_steps_like_the_pan_ams_james.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Economist - How did a Japanese anime film set a Twitter record?

http://www.economist.com/blogs/economist-explains/2013/08/economist-explains-14

Montreal Gazette: Municipalities seek disclosure on what trains are carrying

http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/Municipalities+seek+disclosure+what+trains+carrying/8808845/story.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Ralph Nader’s life in three words: ‘I was right’

http://www.thestar.com/news/world/2013/08/19/ralph_naders_life_in_three_words_i_was_right.html

Find Your Authentic Self

http://hbr.org/tip?date=081613&utm_campaign=Socialflow&utm_source=Socialflow&utm_medium=Tweet

Toronto Star: Get moving on Yonge extension, $100M at a time, say York Region councillors

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/04/11/get_moving_on_yonge_extension_100m_at_a_time_say_york_region_councillors.html#

Markham shines as a model city for waste diversion: Royson James

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/15/markham_shines_as_a_model_city_for_waste_diversion_james.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Time: 10 Years after the Great Blackout

http://science.time.com/2013/08/13/ten-years-after-the-great-blackout-the-grid-is-stronger-but-vulnerable-to-extreme-weather/

How to Be a Better Conversationalist

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324085304579008662096527326.html?mod=rss_mobile_uber_feed

How do I eat enough servings of fruits and vegetables each day?

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/ask-a-health-expert/how-do-i-eat-enough-servings-of-fruits-and-vegetables-each-day/article13692420/?cmpid=rss1&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Ten Simple Things You Can Do to Be Happier, Backed by Science

http://lifehacker.com/ten-things-you-can-do-to-be-happier-backed-by-science-1065356587?utm_content=bufferb39ed&utm_source=buffer&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=Buffer

"The smile in the darkness," A Youth Worker's Experience

http://www.covenanthousetoronto.ca/blog/the-smile-in-the-darkness/

Wake up to the aboriginal comeback

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/wake-up-to-the-aboriginal-comeback/article13668699/

Study: Dolphins can problem solve like humans

http://globalnews.ca/news/770893/study-dolphins-can-problem-solve-like-humans/

There is no greater joy nor greater reward than to make a fundamental difference in someone's life.--Sister Mary Rose McGeady

Aboriginal Entrepreneur Resources

http://www.startupcan.ca/2013/07/10/13-essential-resources-for-aboriginal-entrepreneurs/

How To Be Totally Persuasive, But Not At All Sleazy

http://www.fastcompany.com/3015271/leadership-now/how-to-be-totally-persuasive-but-not-at-all-sleazy

Ontario byelections: Liberals 2, NDP 2, PCs 1

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/features/byelections/story/2013/08/01/ontario-byelections-aug1.html

Ottawa stands firm on wireless policy

http://www.itworldcanada.com/news/ottawa-stands-firm-on-wireless-policy/147464?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=twitterfeed

10 Ways to Take a Stress-Free Vacation

http://community.bmo.com/smartstepsforbusiness/articles/10-ways-take-stress-free-vacation?BMO_VSC=SCLECH^TW^E0000^EN&BMO_VSC_OTHER=@BMOsmb

Hospitals As Health Nannies: Prescriptions for Fruits and Other Unusual Ways to Keep the Doctor Away

http://healthland.time.com/2013/07/26/hospitals-as-health-nannies-prescriptions-for-fruits-and-other-unusual-ways-to-keep-the-doctor-away/?iid=hl-main-lead

6 Marketing Trends to Watch in 2013: New Research

http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/marketing-trends-2013/

Delvinia Wins RFP to Help the City of Guelph Create Canada’s First Open Government Action Plan

http://www.delvinia.com/delvinia-wins-city-of-guelph-open-government-rfp/

Premiers back national inquiry on missing aboriginal women

http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/story/2013/07/24/pol-premiers-meeting-aboriginal-leaders-wednesday.html

Canada’s Demographic Challenge: A Population Growing “Younger”

http://www.cdhowe.org/canadas-demographic-challenge-a-population-growing-younger/22322

7 Ways To Boost Your Creativity

http://www.fastcocreate.com/1683427/7-ways-to-boost-your-creativity

The Complete Guide to Twitter Lingo

http://mashable.com/2013/07/19/twitter-lingo-guide/

Toronto Star Editorial: Canada must admit aboriginal maltreatment to start anew: Editorial

http://www.thestar.com/opinion/editorials/2013/07/19/canada_must_admit_aboriginal_maltreatment_to_start_anew_editorial.html

A Framework For Creating A Thriving Detroit Of The Future

http://www.fastcoexist.com/1681262/a-framework-for-creating-a-thriving-detroit-of-the-future

Educators learning to evolve as technology, social media changes teaching

http://globalnews.ca/news/721255/educators-learning-to-evolve-as-technology-social-media-changes-teaching/?utm_source=facebook-twitter&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=community

Pew Research: The Impact of Digital Tools on Student Writing and How Writing is Taught in Schools

http://pewinternet.org/Reports/2013/Teachers-technology-and-writing.aspx

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Malala Spends her 16th Birthday with a Speech to the UN Advocating Global Education

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The Economist: What do the woes of Detroit mean for muni bonds?

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HBR Management Tip: Storyboard Your Presentation

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Reuters: China approves $157-billion infrastructure spending

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Members of Parliament pass Anaphylaxis Awareness Motion

Members of Parliament pass Anaphylaxis Awareness Motion

Canadian Anaphylaxis Initiative pleased with “step in right direction”

 

May 23, 2013 – OTTAWA – MPs’ votes in the House of Commons last night included the passing of Motion 230, a motion to raise awareness of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening medical condition brought on by severe allergies. This is welcomed news for family members of the Canadian Anaphylaxis Initiative (CAI), a volunteer network of concerned families who have been working with MPs to raise awareness of severe allergies in Ottawa.

 

The anaphylaxis motion passed with unanimous, all-Party support. Niagara West-Glanbrook MP Dean Allison initiated the debate in the House of Commons, moving: That in the opinion of the House, anaphylaxis is a serious concern for an increasing number of Canadians and the government should take the appropriate measures necessary to ensure these Canadians are able to maintain a high quality of life.

 

“By bringing more attention and awareness to the Canadian public, our debate in Parliament has helped Canadians understand the signs, dangers and consequences of an anaphylactic reaction,” said MP Dean Allison. “With the passing of this motion, Canadians living with anaphylaxis receive much needed recognition from our government. We stand with them in their efforts to promote awareness of the condition.”

 

“We thank Dean, and MP Rick Dykstra before him, for raising our concerns for a more focused approach to the issues of anaphylaxis in successive Parliaments,” says Ms. Paskey, a CAI founder present in the House of Commons gallery for the vote. “We are so pleased to have such overwhelming support for greater awareness. It’s a step in the right direction and we hope MPs and officials in Ottawa will follow through with some important actions which can provide greater safety for a growing number of Canadians coping with anaphylaxis.”

 

The CAI has identified 5 policy areas that Ottawa can review that include:

• Federal Coordination – of programs and services dealing with anaphylaxis and food allergy information
• Coordinated Awareness Campaigns – of national, general public information initiatives and accurate and targeted information to specific professional groups
• Long Term Commitment to Research – supporting a strategic response and more dollars for research
• Improved Allergen Labeling – for foods, drugs, cosmetic and personal care products
• Improved Transportation Safeguards– relating to airline and public transportation policies that reduce risks for food allergic passengers

 

“Our group of families would like to see the increased awareness of the condition spur progress on the 5 policy areas, all which are in line with Motion 230.” Ms. Paskey adds, “There is a constituency of thousands of families across Canada who will support MPs who wish to pursue activities, whether it is with Health Canada, or in the MPs’ health committee, or a more accommodating allergy policy for airlines.”

 

For more information on M-230 and CAI, visit cai-allergies.ca or contact:

Cindy Paskey -- 905 934-0681 / cai.allergies@gmail.com

Debbie Bruce -- 905 828 1954 / debbiebruce-allergies@rogers.com
Chris George -- 613 983-0801 / chrisg.george@gmail.com
Phil Nestorov, Legislative Assistant, M.P. Dean Allison -- 613 995-2772 / dean.allison.a1@parl.gc.ca

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The Fraser Institute: Sweden Shows Canada How to Reduce Health Spending While Improving Medicare

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Ibbitson: The Aboriginal population: younger and more troubled

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PR News: These are the Barcelona Principles You Should Internalize

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Canadian Space Agency: Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield returns to Earth Following historic five-month mission

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