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Saturday, July 2, 2016

Omemee Reader Asks How Do We Fight Town Hall?

Omemee Residents Fuming Over Rural Closures!

Editorial : Suzanne Sholes B.A.B.Ed.

How You Can Fight City Hall

Facebook has been a hot bed of frustration over the past few weeks regarding the potential closure of rural services.
Downeyville public library was closed in September 2016, and rural arenas appear to be on the chopping block.

Laurie Scott Warns: Home Ownership to Become Costlier Under Liberal Tax Plan!

SCOTT WARNS: LIBERALS PLAN NEW TAX THAT WILL MAKE HOME OWNERSHIP MORE UNAFFORDABLE!

QUEEN’S PARK – MPP Laurie Scott of Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock is disappointed that neither the Minister of Finance, nor the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing will rule out an expansion of the municipal land transfer tax (MLTT).

“Affordable home ownership is becoming a growing challenge for so many Ontarians. The MLTT will only hit homebuyers even harder, with an average of $10,000 in new taxes,” said Scott. “Ontario will become one of the most uncompetitive tax jurisdictions in North America.”

It is estimated that the MLTT has already cost the City of Toronto $2.3 billion in lost economic activity and 15,000 jobs. Scott believes that as the province is recovering from global economic instability, the government should not cripple the dream of home ownership for families and young professionals.
In October 2015, Ipsos Reid published polling data showing that 65% of Torontonians want to repeal the MLTT, and 89% of Ontarians who live outside of Toronto also oppose the tax.

“Residents of Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock have made it abundantly clear that they do not support the tax,” said Scott. “Instead of continuing to make life unaffordable, the government should listen to taxpayers and stakeholders like the Ontario Real Estate Association.”

The association represents local realtors concerned with the impact that this tax will have not only on the economy, but on people’s ability to own a home.
PC Deputy Leader, MPP Steve Clark (Leeds-Grenville) introduced a motion on November 3rd, 2015, stating that the government should not impose any new municipal land transfer taxes. This motion will be debated in the legislature on December 3rd, 2015.

“In December, we have an opportunity to show that we care about the needs of Ontarians,” said Scott. “Home ownership should be accessible for every Ontarian.”

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Thursday, March 5, 2015

NDP Call for Harper to Take Action on Abuse! - [Petition]

Official Opposition Critic for Status of Women Canada Calls for Action!

Mylène Freeman Official Opposition Critic for Status of Women Canada’s New Democrats is calling for Canadians to sign a petition calling for Prime Minister Harper to make a commitment and take concrete action to end violence against women.What is in the press release?

NDP Seeks Remembrance Day Petition Signatures!

New Democrat Party Seeks Remembrance Day Petition Signatures -Would You Sign?

NDP campaign to make Remembrance Day a legal holiday will likely come to a vote in the House of Commons tonight. They are asking Canadians to add their names to the following online Partition. Would you sign?

Millbrook #Ontario 2014 Election - Scott McFadden @aroundthetwp

Millbrook Election Scott McFadden Mayoral Campaign Kicks Off!

September 16 2014 Millbrook BIA welcomes everyone to a Millbrook Mayoral and Ward Breakfast Mayoral Candidate Scottt McFadden just submitted the following to Omemee Pigeon eFlyer today:

Mayoral Candidate News - Donna Villemaire 5 Time Winner?

Mayoral Candidate Donna Villemaire Wins AMO Appointment Fifth Time!

Mayoral Candidates are campaigning for votes in numerous ways. Does this press release from City of Kawartha Lakes show one candidate's willingness to use our tax dollars to further her campaign? Or is it misguided efforts by supporters?

Pontypool Wind Turbines 5 or 15?

Manvers Wind Concern Rallies Support Against Pontypool Wind Turbines

Manvers Wind Concern believes people are being mislead on the number of turbines planned for Pontypool.

Jamie Schmale Brings Experience to Conservative Party of Canada

Jamie Schmale - Who IS He?

Jamie Schmale recently announced his intention to seek the Conservative Party of Canada nomination for the riding of Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock (HKLB).

#ONPoli Local Politicians Taking #Wind Concerns To Urban Media!

Taking our Concerns to Urban Ontario

from Scott McFadden
Greetings!
Along with Councillor Heather Stauble from the City of Kawartha Lakes, we were both in Toronto today interviewing with Ezra Levant from Sun TV, to discuss our concerns of the impacts of the Industrial Wind Turbines proposed for our area.

Manvers Wind Exchange Marches February 24- Reserve Your Bus Ticket!

Manvers Wind Exchange Joins Mothers Against Wind Turbines March!

Monday, February 24th, 11:00am Manvers Wind Exchange plans to march with Mothers Against Wind Turbines on Queens Park, Toronto politicians gathering at the Ontario Good Roads Association. Tickets for the bus are $25 each and need to be confirmed by the evening of Wednesday, February 19, 2014.
from Manvers Wind Exchange:

Will Ontario Liberal Budget Trigger Spring Election?

Green Party Ontario Anticipates Spring Election!

Green Party of Ontario, examining party budget reactions anticipates a spring election as evidenced in emails issued early today:

April 24th, politicians at Queen's Park will decide whether or not to plunge Ontario into another election, when they vote on the provincial budget. The Tories have already rejected the budget out of hand, and the NDP is still on the fence.

This means we may be facing election this spring, only 6 months after the last one.

Today's poll from Nik Nanos has only a 8% margin between Liberals/PC/NDP. The other parties' insiders might be planning on how an election would be in their own best interests, rather than looking at what is best for Ontario.

This same poll has the GPO at 6%. It's clear that people in Ontario want a party that will hold politicians to account. It's time to look out for the long term interests of Ontario, not the short term interests of political parties.

What do you think? Will we be having a Spring election, or will the budget pass on April 24th?

Learn more about the Green Party of Ontario platform at www.gpo.ca

This has been a free political announcement. All parties are welcome to submit articles to the Omemee Pigeon eFlyer which comply with our writer guidelines

Friday, March 9, 2012

Post Secondary Tuition Framework Extended!

Tuition Framework Extended for Colleges and Universities

Post secondary students of all income brackets will benefit from a tuition cap placed on Ontario colleges and universities.

Glen Murray, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities issued the following statement this week:
The Ontario government is extending for one year, a cap of five per cent on overall tuition fee increases at its colleges and universities.

No changes are being contemplated that would require all universities to set standard tuition fees for arts and science programs.

However, the province will continue to provide a 30 per cent rebate on tuition for college and university students for many families.

Families know that investing in postsecondary education is the key to a successful workforce, and a vibrant economy, and the Ontario government believes in supporting families.

Ontario continues to have one of the most generous student aid packages in the country. It's our plan to eliminate the deficit while protecting education.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Ontario Post Secondary Tuition Fees Cut 30%!

Ontario Government Helping Families With Tuition Costs In 2012 !

Ontario college and university students in lower income brackets, will benefit from a new grant,starting January 1st 2012. The new tuition grant would benefit 86 per cent of the full-time undergraduate student population.To help create the best-educated workforce in the world, Ontario is moving forward to help families with a 30 per cent cut in average college and university tuition, starting in 2012.

Jack Layton – Last Words Inspiring Canadians-

Jack Layton,61 : Canada Mourns Great Canadian!

Regardless of political affiliation, across Canada - we mourn the loss of Jack Layton: father, husband, friend, and leader of the New Democrat Party. Jack Layton Portrait

Early this morning, Jack Layton lost his second battle with cancer. According to a statement issued by his partner NDP MP Olivia Chow, and his children Sarah and Michael;

The Honourable Jack Layton, leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada, passed away at 4:45 am today, Monday August 22. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and loved ones. Details of Mr. Layton’s funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.

In accordance with Jack's wishes we are publishing the letter he wrote to Canadians to be released in the eventuality of his death.
Jack Layton's Final Words for Canadians

Local Politician Goes to the Dogs!

Mayor Ric McGee Sets Tails Wagging Across City of Kawartha Lakes!

Sunday May 29th, Mayor Ric McGee really went to the dogs. Mayor McGee showed his support for the Lions Purina Walk for Dog Guides at not one, not two, but three venues in a jam-packed schedule.

Photo Courtesy Robert Warren, Omemee

Mayor McGee kicked off Purina Walk for Gog Guides festivities at the Omemee

Green Party of Ontario Releases 2011 Platform : How Could it Benefit You?

Free Time Political Announcement: Ontario Green Party

On May 25th, Green Party of Ontario (GPO) leader Mike Schreiner, alongside fellow candidates, shadow cabinet members and supporters, released the 2011 Provincial Election Platform. Mike presented the GPO's five-point plan for Ontario's future, a bold vision for building a financially, socially and environmentally sustainable province for all Ontarians. If you weren't able to attend the platform launch at Queen's Park, you can see the video online from the convenience of your home or office.
We made history on May 2nd, permanently changing the Canadian political landscape. The election of Elizabeth May as our first Green MP to the House of Commons is an accomplishment we can all be proud of. We have proven that it is very possible to win seats within our current electoral system, just as Caroline Lucas in the UK and Adam Bandt in Australia have done.
Here in Ontario, the GPO is eager to build on our historic moment. With the federal election behind us, we hope you can now look towards the Ontario provincial election just over four months away. To that end, the GPO's five-point plan - found at www.itstimeforgreen.ca - is the next step in building upon our historic feat:

Creating jobs for a 21st-century economy;
Harnessing safe, affordable energy to power our communities;
Promoting access to quality, sustainable health care close to home;
Feeding our communities by championing local farms; and
Delivering government that works for people.

To get your free copy of the GPO's election platform, come to one of the provincial platform launch events, or request a copy by filling out the online order form. Thank you for your support of the Green Party of Canada and Ontario. We both hope you roll up your sleeves and take part in the upcoming provincial election campaign. Yours Sincerely,
Becky Smit, Provincial Campaign Manager

Note: Each Political Party is welcome to submit up to one article per week for publication in the Omemee Pigeon eFlyer. Articles may be between 399 to 699 words in length and have up to five links as per our Writer Guidelines.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Melancthon Mega Quarry Would Affect Ontario Water Supply: Environmental Assessment Demanded

Current Review Process Inadequate for Massive Proposal
Canada’s largest ever quarry covering 2,316 acres of prime agricultural farmland just north of Toronto, proposes extracting limestone to a level 200 feet below the water table in the Headwaters area of numerous major rivers including the Grand, the Nottawasaga and the Pine. Last week the law firm of Davis LLP, solicitors for the Citizen’s Alliance United for a Sustainable Environment (“CAUSE”), submitted an official request to Ontario Environment Minister John Wilkinson calling on the McGuinty Government to

Omemee Pigeon Flyer Asks “Why Vote?”

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Why should people of Omemee and area vote for your party?” Read the responses

Editorial:

Haliburton –Kawartha Lakes-Brock Conservative Stronghold or ?

Omemee and area residents live in a riding that is typified as “safe Conservative seat.” by Project Democracy, In their site about strategic voting they say to vote however you like, it won’t make any difference. Is there any wonder that there is voter apathy?

People have voted Conservative here for years. Is there any reason to believe this year will be different? Perhaps.

This election started as no other election in the history of Canada, or the commonwealth. This election started because the ruling party-the Conservatives were held in contempt of parliament. Being held in contempt of Parliament is not the same as a non-confidence vote, no matter how loudly Mr. Harper chooses to shout it from the rooftops, or lay the blame on the other parties for this election. The Conservative Government was found in contempt for wrong doing against the people of Canada, and to blame that on the other parties is tantamount to a thief blaming the arresting officers for his being caught.

I was very surprised to see the Conservatives keep Harper on as Leader in in light of the scandal, which has gone from muck to mire through the campaign. Frankly, if the Conservatives had replaced Harper with a different Leader, and sloughed off all blame onto Harper as being the ring leader in G8 Gate, I might have blindly continued to vote Conservative myself, giving them yet another chance-forgiving soul that I am, after all Barry Devolin has seemed to be a pretty good guy, keeping his nose clean, doing for our riding, etc. etc. Barry Devolin was also the only candidate to answer our question. However, the multiple dictatorial actions taken by Harper over his past terms in office make me wonder what hold this leader has over his party members to allow him to continue on in this vein.

So which party might be the one to bring this long-time Conservative stronghold crashing down?

Liberals? Laura Redman was the only candidate to leave evidence of visiting our paper. and we thank her for signing our Twitter widget. Unfortunately,Victoria County residents, may tar her with the brush of the actions of another Liberal who broke the written amalgamation promises to Omemee and area.,People do tend to have long memories.The Conservatives began their campaign with attack ads against Ignatief, but have recently shifted to the NDP holding them as a dreaded spectre.

NDP? Could be, The Conservatives seem to think so, having now turned their aim on Jack Layton. The NDP are showing in local polls as second to the Conservative Party.While Lyn Edwards. may be a very good candidate,the NDP is not without blemish in the broken promises department. surprisingly, Area teachers may remember a huge loan forgiven to the NDP’s who then turned on the teachers’ association with the fervour of a rabid dog after being elected, Surprisingly,CAW, a past NDP supporter is backing the Green Party this campaign, which may swing votes from the NDP.

Greens? The Green Party has not had the opportunity to mislead voters yet. Their Leader, Elizabeth May, an Order of Canada recipient, has a reputation of being a fighter on behalf of preserving our natural resources and health, as does our local candidate,,Susanne Lauten. Despite not being in government, these ladies , have done some phenomenal work on our behalf already.On the other hands,the Green Party has many new , and some may think radical, ideas; such as legalizing marijuana and taxing it to the hilt. Looking at the history of the end of alcohol prohibition , does make this seem to be a sensible solution,.However, there are many of us who have been raised on the stricture that marijuana is a gateway drug.

So who will be the MP for our area in the morning? Whether you win, or lose the election: Barry, Lyn, Laura, and Susanne you all have all won my admiration,and thanks for standing up for what you believe in, and doing your best to make our riding a place people can be proud to live in. How many of us would be willing to take the same risk, and stand before the scrutiny of the public eye in order to make a difference?

Now for the responses to our question:

We did receive some feedback from each party in response to our question,.

The question was:

Why should the people living in Omemee and area vote for your party?

These are the responses we received:

Barry Devolin CPC followed us on Twitter and asked us to follow him, although we already were following. Barry’s Campaign Manager, Jamie Schmale, quickly got in touch with us, and kindly sent a copy of Barry’s information that had been posted in the newspapers, then also forwarded a specific response from Barry Devolin.

Laura Redman LPC Followed us not only on Twitter, but was the only Candidate to register as a visitor on our Twitter gadget. Laura also chatted through private messaging on Twitter about the challenges of covering such a huge geographic area as ours.

Susanne Lauten GPC Followed us on Twitter and “Liked “our Facebook Page. Susanne also posted a comment on our Facebook Page.

Both Laura and Susanne were mentioned as having attended the Green Side Up Tree planting in Omemee, as well.

Lyn Edwards NDP Not having received any response from Lyn Edwards, I popped a copy of the note into her message box on Facebook with the question”Did you see this?” Response-“Yes”.

Conclusions:

We wanted to be fair to all candidates by posting their responses all on the same day,so waited too long to post the one response we did get. In the future, we will post answers as soon as we receive them.Final Answer? Jamie Schmale should run for office!

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Omemee Politician Backs Local Biz - Council Vetoes- Who Profits?

Mitt Romney USA Profits From Kawartha Lakes Tax Dollars:

Watching Council - Online Investigative Report

Omemee Pigeon eFlyer exclusive by Suzanne Sholer

Where are our tax dollars going? After reading Councillor Ron Ashmore's motion to support a local business with our tax dollars was turned down, I was curious to find out who was benefiting from the city's office supply purchases.
At first glance, where the City of Kawartha Lakes shops for paper clips, may seem like small potatoes , but can you imagine how much money goes out of our taxes in paper, pens, toner, ink, etc. each year? How much of a difference could it make to our local economy if our tax dollars were spent locally ? I set out to discover where our tax dollars are going and who is profiting from these sales.

Ask Candidates Your Questions! Debate Tonight!

Want answers? Ask Questions!

Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes – Brock Riding Local politicians running for MP of meet tonight at I.E. Weldon Secondary School in Lindsay from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. hosted by BobFM and the Chamber of Commerce.

Then on Thursday, April 28.The Lindsay and District Labour Council will host an all-candidates meeting April 28.at the Royal Canadian Legion, 12 York Street, Lindsay from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

All are welcome at both of these events.

If you can’t make a debate, but would like to post a question to the candidates, in a public forum, add your comment below and we will post your comment on Facebook and Twitter, or join in the conversation yourself on Twitter or Facebook

To get in touch with the local candidates yourself See the contact information for each politician below: (Links under Construction)

Politician	Website	Facebook	Twitter	Flickr	YouTube
Barry Devolin Conservative	Barry Devolin	None	@BarryDevolinCPC
Susanne Lauten Green Party	Susanne Lauten	Politician Page	@HKLBVotesGreen
Laura Redman Liberal	Laura Redman	Politician Page	@LauraBRedman
Lyn Edwards NDP	Lyn Edwards	Group	None

Saturday, July 2, 2016

Omemee Residents Fuming Over Rural Closures!

Saturday, November 14, 2015

SCOTT WARNS: LIBERALS PLAN NEW TAX THAT WILL MAKE HOME OWNERSHIP MORE UNAFFORDABLE!

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Official Opposition Critic for Status of Women Canada Calls for Action!

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

New Democrat Party Seeks Remembrance Day Petition Signatures -Would You Sign?

Saturday, September 6, 2014

Millbrook Election Scott McFadden Mayoral Campaign Kicks Off!

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Mayoral Candidate Donna Villemaire Wins AMO Appointment Fifth Time!

Monday, August 11, 2014

Manvers Wind Concern Rallies Support Against Pontypool Wind Turbines

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Jamie Schmale - Who IS He?

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Taking our Concerns to Urban Ontario

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Manvers Wind Exchange Joins Mothers Against Wind Turbines March!

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Green Party Ontario Anticipates Spring Election!

This has been a free political announcement. All parties are welcome to submit articles to the Omemee Pigeon eFlyer which comply with our writer guidelines

Friday, March 9, 2012

Tuition Framework Extended for Colleges and Universities

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Ontario Government Helping Families With Tuition Costs In 2012 !

Monday, August 22, 2011

Jack Layton,61 : Canada Mourns Great Canadian!

Friday, June 10, 2011

Mayor Ric McGee Sets Tails Wagging Across City of Kawartha Lakes!

Friday, May 27, 2011

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Monday, May 2, 2011

Why should people of Omemee and area vote for your party?” Read the responses

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Watching Council - Online Investigative Report

Omemee Pigeon eFlyer exclusive by Suzanne Sholer

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

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