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Globe and Mail
03-07-2025
- Health
- Globe and Mail
‘Carney may have caved, but the rest of us don't have to.' Letters to the editor for July 3
Re 'Like Terry Fox, RBC executive refused to be defeated by bone cancer' (Report on Business, July 1): Bravo to The Globe for the achingly beautiful story about the inspirational Chinyere Eni. Now, more than ever, Canadians need to celebrate our heroes. Chinyere is a master class in courage, grit, passion and determination. Like Terry Fox, she represents the best of the Canadian values our country was built upon. I first met Chinyere at the first Ride to Conquer Cancer event in 2008. Her daunting push to the finish line of the 100-kilometre hilly course brought thousands of riders to their feet and many of us to tears. Her story became embedded in the DNA of the ride, now in its 18th year of raising funds for cancer research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. I hope we all get a chance to reflect on our Canadian heroes like Terry Fox and Chinyere Eni. Parents and grandparents, may I suggest you take a few minutes to share Chinyere's story with your kids this week. It is a made-in-Canada story about a transformational Canadian hero very much worth sharing. Paul Alofs, former CEO of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Toronto Re 'Newfoundland A-G identifies potential fraud in travel nurse agency billings' (June 26): Better late than never, but why so late? Sixteen months after an admirably extensive and detailed Globe and Mail investigation ('Have nurses, will travel'), the Newfoundland and Labrador Auditor-General now reports findings that are, surprisingly, described as 'surprising.' Curiously absent in the long-overdue report is the typical ministry response. Audit best practices require management to acknowledge findings and commit to corrective actions with responsibilities, timelines and resources. A 2025 Ontario Auditor-General report on the safety of non-municipal drinking water contained 17 recommendations. Ministry of Health responses blandly agreed, but promises to 'evaluate,' 'consider' and 'explore options' proposed no timelines or accountabilities. This pattern of reluctance to confront problems until publicly exposed, then dodge responsibility, echoes federal disasters such as Phoenix and ArriveCan and serves as a cautionary reminder of the challenges facing incoming clerk of the Privy Council Michael Sabia. Chester Fedoruk Toronto Re 'The false world of mommy influencers' (Opinion, June 28): Oh, to be very young, photogenic and rich so you can offer breezy advice on achieving your (mostly) fantasy life! I'm all for new, fresh voices joining the conversation about shaping society, but more than equal weight must be given to years of hard-earned experience. To quote that famous influencer RuPaul, 'You better work.' Mike Karapita Toronto Re 'When 'justice' is a joke' (Opinion, June 28): I read with some interest your columnist's take on the sentencing of the young woman who was convicted of being an accessory to Karolina Huebner-Makurat's tragic murder. And by inference her support of Ontario Premier Doug Ford's criticism of 'left-leaning lenient judges.' Most people, I am sure, winced about the details behind Khalila Mohammed's offence. But your writer's view of what an appropriate sentence is falls back on tired notions, particularly that incarceration is the only form of 'real' deterrence. I am not privy to the evidence and submissions regarding Ms. Mohammed's background for the sentencing, but I venture to say it revealed she was sincerely remorseful and that her rehabilitation was well under way. And it would be hard to underestimate the crushing public opprobrium and personal humiliation that resulted from the nationally publicized details concerning her arrest and conviction. There is also the very real risk that sending someone to jail endangers their progress and commitment to social values – in your columnist's parlance, the 'lie down with dogs, get up with fleas' principle. I have no doubt that Justice Russell Silverstein would not shrink from imposing a substantial jail sentence if that had been appropriate for the offender in front of him. But in this case he didn't do what was popular, to your columnist or to the Premier of Ontario, for that matter. However, I have to think he did the right thing, not just for the individual involved but for the people of Ontario. It's now up to Ms. Mohammed to show whether he was right or wrong. Joe Wright Toronto Re 'What is behind Carney walking back the DST?' (Report on Business, July 1): Like Taylor C. Noakes, I am sorely disappointed in Mark Carney for cancelling the digital services tax. In fact, I'm kind of in a rage. All I can think of to do is to 'tax' those big American companies myself, by boycotting them. I'm cancelling my Amazon membership, forgoing Prime, using local taxi companies instead of Uber. I urge all Canadians to consider hitting back at those American transnationals that won't even pay a paltry 3 per cent in taxes to the Canadians who pay them billions. Carney may have caved, but the rest of us don't have to. Audrey Samson Halifax Prime Minister Mark Carney has shown regrettable weakness in cancelling the digital services tax – and he may be disappointed if he thinks that concession will be enough to get trade talks back on track. As Taylor C. Noakes argues, there is a perfectly good policy basis for taxing the enormous profits that American tech giants make in Canada. Now what will happen when President Donald Trump goes after our dairy and poultry supply management system, about which he has quite legitimate grounds for complaint, given its protectionist and market-distorting nature? Will that become the hill the Prime Minister chooses to die on? Peter Maitland Lindsay, Ont. Re 'Carney 'caved' on DST, according to U.S.' (July 1): It pains me to find myself in agreement with both the White House and Pierre Poilievre that the Carney Liberals 'caved' on the digital services tax. We've just watched the spectacle of tech oligarch Jeff Bezos essentially buying Venice for his multimillion-dollar wedding extravaganza, but we don't have the stomach to insist that he pay a 3-per-cent tax on the business he does in Canada? Those tax dollars are needed to finance all kinds of public infrastructure and services that support Amazon's success. Bezos and his tech bros need to pay their fair share. What happened to the promise of 'elbows up' – standing our ground and defending our values? Susan Watson Guelph, Ont. For those who say Canada caved to President Trump when the DST was cancelled, I remind them that we were not obliterated. Peter Woolstencroft Waterloo .................................................................................................................................. Letters to the Editor should be exclusive to The Globe and Mail. Include your name, address and daytime phone number. Keep letters to 150 words or fewer. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. To submit a letter by e-mail, click here: letters@
Hamilton Spectator
11-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Alectra Raises $185,000 for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation in annual Ride to Conquer Cancer
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For the ninth consecutive year, Alectra team members geared up for the Ride to Conquer Cancer, cycling more than 200 kilometres from Toronto to Niagara Falls in support of life-saving cancer research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. With a team of 60 riders, Alectra raised $185,000 for the cause, once again demonstrating its ongoing commitment to community and cancer care advancement. 'The passion and perseverance our employees bring to this ride every year is inspiring,' said Brian Bentz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Alectra Inc. 'Cancer affects all of us in some way, and fund-raising for the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation means supporting hope, innovation and progress toward a cure.' Ranked among the top five cancer research centres in the world, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre treats over 200 types of cancer. Funds raised through the Ride directly support breakthrough research, advanced treatments and improved outcomes for patients in Canada and beyond. Since its launch in 2008, the Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised over $300 million. Since 2017, Alectra and its employees have raised $970,000 in support of the Ride to Conquer Cancer – a testament to the company's enduring commitment to health, hope and community. To learn more about Alectra's community support initiatives, visit: . About Alectra's Family of Companies Serving more than one million homes and businesses in Ontario's Greater Golden Horseshoe area, Alectra Utilities is now the largest municipally-owned electric utility in Canada, based on the total number of customers served. We contribute to the economic growth and vibrancy of the 17 communities we serve by investing in essential energy infrastructure, delivering a safe and reliable supply of electricity, and providing innovative energy solutions. Our mission is to be an energy ally, helping our customers and the communities we serve to discover the possibilities of tomorrow's energy future. X: Facebook: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: Bluesky: Media Contact Ashley Trgachef, Media Spokesperson, | Telephone: 416.402.5469 | 24/7 Media Line: 1-833-MEDIA-LN A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alectra Raises $185,000 for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation in annual Ride to Conquer Cancer
Alectra employees participating in Ride to Conquer Cancer MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the ninth consecutive year, Alectra team members geared up for the Ride to Conquer Cancer, cycling more than 200 kilometres from Toronto to Niagara Falls in support of life-saving cancer research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. With a team of 60 riders, Alectra raised $185,000 for the cause, once again demonstrating its ongoing commitment to community and cancer care advancement. 'The passion and perseverance our employees bring to this ride every year is inspiring,' said Brian Bentz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Alectra Inc. 'Cancer affects all of us in some way, and fund-raising for the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation means supporting hope, innovation and progress toward a cure.' Ranked among the top five cancer research centres in the world, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre treats over 200 types of cancer. Funds raised through the Ride directly support breakthrough research, advanced treatments and improved outcomes for patients in Canada and beyond. Since its launch in 2008, the Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised over $300 million. Since 2017, Alectra and its employees have raised $970,000 in support of the Ride to Conquer Cancer – a testament to the company's enduring commitment to health, hope and community. To learn more about Alectra's community support initiatives, visit: About Alectra's Family of Companies Serving more than one million homes and businesses in Ontario's Greater Golden Horseshoe area, Alectra Utilities is now the largest municipally-owned electric utility in Canada, based on the total number of customers served. We contribute to the economic growth and vibrancy of the 17 communities we serve by investing in essential energy infrastructure, delivering a safe and reliable supply of electricity, and providing innovative energy solutions. Our mission is to be an energy ally, helping our customers and the communities we serve to discover the possibilities of tomorrow's energy future. X: Media Contact Ashley Trgachef, Media Spokesperson, | Telephone: 416.402.5469 | 24/7 Media Line: 1-833-MEDIA-LN A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alectra Raises $185,000 for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation in annual Ride to Conquer Cancer
Alectra employees participating in Ride to Conquer Cancer MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the ninth consecutive year, Alectra team members geared up for the Ride to Conquer Cancer, cycling more than 200 kilometres from Toronto to Niagara Falls in support of life-saving cancer research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. With a team of 60 riders, Alectra raised $185,000 for the cause, once again demonstrating its ongoing commitment to community and cancer care advancement. 'The passion and perseverance our employees bring to this ride every year is inspiring,' said Brian Bentz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Alectra Inc. 'Cancer affects all of us in some way, and fund-raising for the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation means supporting hope, innovation and progress toward a cure.' Ranked among the top five cancer research centres in the world, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre treats over 200 types of cancer. Funds raised through the Ride directly support breakthrough research, advanced treatments and improved outcomes for patients in Canada and beyond. Since its launch in 2008, the Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised over $300 million. Since 2017, Alectra and its employees have raised $970,000 in support of the Ride to Conquer Cancer – a testament to the company's enduring commitment to health, hope and community. To learn more about Alectra's community support initiatives, visit: About Alectra's Family of Companies Serving more than one million homes and businesses in Ontario's Greater Golden Horseshoe area, Alectra Utilities is now the largest municipally-owned electric utility in Canada, based on the total number of customers served. We contribute to the economic growth and vibrancy of the 17 communities we serve by investing in essential energy infrastructure, delivering a safe and reliable supply of electricity, and providing innovative energy solutions. Our mission is to be an energy ally, helping our customers and the communities we serve to discover the possibilities of tomorrow's energy future. X: Media Contact Ashley Trgachef, Media Spokesperson, | Telephone: 416.402.5469 | 24/7 Media Line: 1-833-MEDIA-LN A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hamilton Spectator
07-06-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
More than 4,000 cyclists heading to Niagara, Hamilton for Ride to Conquer Cancer
Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation will be hosting its 18th annual The Ride to Conquer Cancer this weekend. This edition of 'Canada's largest athletic fundraiser' is presented by Johnson & Johnson and also partners with regional businesses such as Peller Estates wines and McMaster University. Hamilton and Niagara are expected to host more than 4,000 cyclists over the weekend. Participants include first-time riders, 18-year veterans of the fundraiser and cancer survivors (who ride with yellow flags). Funds raised go toward cancer research, helping fight a disease that will affect two in five Canadians during their lifetimes, according to a Princess Margaret press release. The ride has a variety of options for routes, and has one- or two-day riding options. The most popular route, The Classic, begins with two starting points, and is a 200-kilometre, two-day ride that ends at Peller Estates in Niagara-on-the-Lake. For The Classic, more than 400 riders will start from Peller Estates and end at McMaster in Hamilton. They will be joined by another 4,000-plus riders trekking from Toronto's Sherway Gardens. The start line for the Sherway Gardens group will be in the northeast parking lot on the corner of Queensway and Sherway Gardens Road. There will be free day parking on site. The Niagara group will begin at the main site of Peller Estates Winery at 290 John St. E. Both starting points of the race have an 8 a.m. opening ceremony before the ride begins at 8:30 a.m. Riders can begin checking in at 6:30 a.m. and must be present by 7:30 a.m. The two groups will camp overnight in McMaster's 10 Acre Field. Participants in the 17th annual Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation Ride to Conquer Cancer arrive in Niagara Falls. Cyclists head out again on Sunday, departing from McMaster at 7:30 a.m. Family and friends of riders can partake in events and festivities at Peller Estates from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., before being joined by the cyclists. The cycling route will close at 6 p.m. In Hamilton, McMaster's Lot H parking lot will be closed until June 10. Niagara-on-the-Lake will face a road closure on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Railroad Street and Concession 1 Road will be closed in both directions between East and West Line and Line 1 Road. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
