Schnurr's Sound-off

The Art of Conversation

Published on 2010-08-19 11:44:51

Since I began blogging initially for the municipal election back in 2006; I’ve met a tremendous number of people with experiences to share and stories to tell. While I note the irony while I blog , tweet and cross post this … Continue reading →

Active Children – A Community Challenge

Published on 2010-08-16 21:45:00

16,500 steps per day Carol Kosowan LL.B., B.A. (Law), B.A. (Policy) What is the significance of 16,500 steps per day? It is the Canadian physical activity guideline recommended for children and youth. The guideline suggests that children and youth between … Continue reading →

Learning through living

Published on 2010-08-09 18:58:00

Now that I am settling into my new digs at the Windsor Square, I have been pondering as to what to do with this blog space. I want to personally thank all the individuals who have offered their support now … Continue reading →

Too Much Pavement

Published on 2010-07-30 20:43:10

Recent flooding of cities and towns across the world has attracted the attention of an eclectic group of environmentalists, ratepayers and municipal governments.  As our cities have expanded, natural surfaces have been covered by vast swaths of pavement and asphalt. … Continue reading →

Heading to The Square

Published on 2010-07-26 12:46:23

“In a country that has allowed so many newspapers to be owned by a few conglomerates, freedom of the press means, in itself, only that enormous influence without responsibility is conferred on a handful of people. For the heads of … Continue reading →