Right in the centre - To change or not to change
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- Published on Thursday, January 14, 2016
By Ken Waddell
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One of the key phrases a person hears in meetings is “That’s how we have always done it.” Seven words that can either be the basis of an organization or the death knell. How does one know the difference?
Right in the centre - Words plus math should equal truth
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- Published on Friday, January 8, 2016
By Ken Waddell
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“Words are important”, if I remember correctly, was the title of an English text back in my school days. It’s also a true statement. Words are important along with the story they weave, the facts they support and the opinions they describe.
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My perspective - Family, friends, community
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- Published on Thursday, January 7, 2016
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
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As 2015 becomes 2016, many people find themselves looking at ways to make the next year better than the last. It’s a natural time to take stock of the past year and look at changes that can be made going forward.
My perspective - Rethinking Canada
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- Published on Friday, January 1, 2016
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
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In 1872, it took settlers three months to cross Canada, travelling by oxcart, horse and boat. When the trans-continental railway was built in 1885, it took about a week to cross the country. Today, it can be done in about eight days by car or seven hours by plane.
Right in the centre - A view from many angles
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- Published on Thursday, December 31, 2015
By Ken Waddell
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Year end 2015 can be viewed from many angles. We are well into the 21st century and it is becoming increasingly obvious that some assumptions of the past are no longer valid.
