Quebec supports the reopening of one of Canada’s last asbestos mines despite criticism from international health experts who argue that it is unsafe and immoral to ship asbestos to developi…
Opinion
Vancouver to hand out crack pipes
Vancouver plans to hand out crack pipes to crack users in hopes of preventing the spread of disease. Calgary, Winnipeg and Toronto have been handing them out for years. What’s your say? “Wo…
Ontario to allow Hollywood bodyguards
A new Ontario regulation will allow Hollywood movie stars to bring their own bodyguards instead of hiring Ontario-accredited bodyguards. Local security firms are worried this will hurt their busi…
RIM’s share of smartphone market continues to drop
Makers of the Blackberry handset are under fire from investors who say their company is mismanaged and poorly marketed against rival handset makers Google and Apple. What’s your say? “Has R…
Being healthy is so overrated these days
By Dale Eckert Sometimes I feel like I’m the only one in the world who sees through all the health-hype. These days, you can’t pick up a magazine without reading about some nonsense guru pushing …
Newfoundland to spend millions on fencing to reduce moose-vehicle crashes
The Newfoundland and Labrador government says it will spend $5 million on fencing and other measures to try to reduce the number of moose-vehicle accidents in the province. What’s your say?…
It’s getting pretty crowded around here with all of this high-definition porn you’ve downloaded lately
By Local Disk (C:) The other day I started a spring cleaning project and, oh boy, things have gotten crowded in here. I don’t mean to be petty, but if you could cut back on your downloading, I’d …
Will and Kate face anti-monarchy protests in Quebec
After receiving a warm welcome during their visit to Ottawa, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were met with hostile chants from a group of separatists during their visit to Montreal. What’…
So long as you overlook my horrible communication skills, I will make a great intern
By Sanjay Babar Dear Sir or Madam, Thank you for meeting me in person today to discuss this exciting opportunity to work for your company. When my program advisor told me that I needed to complet…
I can slide rule your ass under the table
By Donald Testa Sr., Professor of Engineering Queen’s University Quick, what’s 529 divided by 23? What’s the matter, forget your 23 times table, you miserable excuse for an engineering graduate? …
