Over the years I have outlined the lives and careers of Wellington County natives who moved…
Canadian National improved facilities in Fergus in 1929, 1930
Though his name is largely unknown today, Sir Henry Thornton was one of the best known men in…
Regulating the regulators
According to a recent report from CIBC, Canada has been in a boom in small business promotion.…
TV trays
Pretend I was wealthy and could afford to hire people to do the things I was too busy making money…
Barbecues
Well folks! We done gone went and done did it. Yes we did. I’ve wanted to do this ever since…
Urban-rural divide
Is there an “urban-rural divide” in Ontario today? Premier Kathleen Wynne says no. But…
Kerr family members achieved much success and renown
About four years ago this column outlined the life and career of Rev. Hugh T. Kerr. He grew up in…
Marketing mania
Most of us know that when we endorse the back of a cheque, we assume responsibility for that…
Fall has fallen
As I sit down before my computer tonight, I have just watched a beautiful sunset. The sky was the…
Mount Forest produced several famous and wealthy people
Over the years this column has, on many occasions, related the stories of people who grew up in…
Tough as nails
You might not remember this, but when I was a kid there was a Sesame Street skit where a little boy…
Disappointing ‘capex’
For an economy to prosper, companies must spend money on new plants and equipment – capital…
Canada’s contribution
On Sept. 5, the prime minister announced that the Canadian Army, in a non-combat role, would advise…
Giving thanks
It may seem cliché, but in honour of Thanksgiving I’m going to share with you what…
Time passes
I am under the impression that time passes more quickly as one gets older. It seems like only…