Canadian feminist lawyer and women’s advocate
In the mid-1980s, I ran for the NDP in a provincial election. I didn’t win; didn’t even come close, in fact. I ran against the Conservative incumbent, Keith Norton, a charming and gracious person, who later held the position of Continue reading A doctor by any other name
Early morning has always been my favourite time of day. The silence and calm offer such hope and possibility for the day ahead, whether in the dark of winter or the early morning light of the rest of the year. Continue reading Keeping despair at bay (part eight)
In September 2016, Peel Regional Police responded to a call from an elementary school for assistance with a student who was exhibiting significant behavioural challenges: the fourth such call that month relating to this student. The officers dispatched to the Continue reading Black children matter
One way or another, we have made it through the strangest festive season of our lives and, much to my surprise, I find myself quite cheerful about it all. While I missed the social gatherings that are usually a big Continue reading Keeping despair at bay (part seven)