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S Carpenter

Member since: Apr, 2023

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'Big goal': Redwood Park hopes to raise $10M over next few months for housing projects

'Big goal': Redwood Park hopes to raise $10M over next few months for housing projects

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S Carpenter commented

Now this makes a lot of sense. I had never heard of these bonds before. Have asked my bank to look into. Would like to see what the success rate of these homes have been; would not like to invest in something to have it turn sour like up on West St. Need a safety net to avoid those situations and allow those living in the complexes to feel safe. They have obviously been through enough. Can we use this model to get the rent geared to income units above the post office started?

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Orillia senior angry after waiting more than 45 minutes for ambulance

Orillia senior angry after waiting more than 45 minutes for ambulance

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S Carpenter replied

Yes, this is a huge concern. The money is there but not being given to the public health care system. If he can show the system is broken (while not admitting he is assisting) then there is cause to privatize. There is no question our system needs an overhaul, but privatization is a very scary option for those of us who are everyday people. These gallbladder surgeries that you all speak of could break a mid income family. You should all check how much your different health issues have actually cost while you pay nothing on OHIP. My cousin lives in the states and having a stent put in, with one overnight cost almost $350,000. You all mention an overnight with surgery so the costs would be similar. You need to think about that seriously as Ford is working hard to get us to the same system. Support the Ontario Health Coalition who are working hard to stop him. https://www.ontariohealthcoalition.ca

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S Carpenter replied

Unless something has changed recently, you don't have to give up your doctor to register with Health Care Connect. You do 'de roster' from the one you are going to give up, but that doctor is responsible for caring for you until you are connected to one in your new area. Her story doesn't mention if she ever registered with HCC.

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VIDEO: Ramara landlord evicts tenants who 'trashed' home in costly, 13-month legal battle

VIDEO: Ramara landlord evicts tenants who 'trashed' home in costly, 13-month legal battle

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S Carpenter commented

Welfare and ODSP are two differerent entities. For those on ODSP you can ask that the rent goes straight to the landlord, but if the tenant then changes his mind after getting into the rental, the money then reverts to them. Beware.

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S Carpenter replied

I'm sure the tenants have been ordered to pay back rent and damages, it is the getting it that will be an issue. And the LTB does not enforce that from what I understand, it must be taken to small claims court.

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Legion hosting 'nostalgic' dance to support local veterans, community

Legion hosting 'nostalgic' dance to support local veterans, community

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S Carpenter commented

Fantastic idea. I miss the dances we used to have upstairs. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy

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Orillia woman quits WMAC in protest of mayor's endorsement of Ford

Orillia woman quits WMAC in protest of mayor's endorsement of Ford

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S Carpenter replied

Well I thought I was getting involved by taking a stand.

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'Worst news': U.S. tariffs a 'perfect storm' for boating industry

'Worst news': U.S. tariffs a 'perfect storm' for boating industry

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S Carpenter commented

I'm hoping that these tariffs really open up Canadian products across the country. I had no idea there were so many barriers before these tariff threats came in. Certainly an education. I have some favorite BC wines looking forward to seeing on our shelves.

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Dunlop celebrates 'amazing victory' in Simcoe North, across province

Dunlop celebrates 'amazing victory' in Simcoe North, across province

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S Carpenter replied

Well where did she do this? I don't know anyone in Orillia who received a knock on their door.

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Canada Post loses hundreds of millions of dollars per year. Should it move to one to two days per week mail delivery?

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S Carpenter commented

Certainly it needs to do something. Door to door delivery is a bit out of date. Central boxes like in the new subdivisions could be established in all neighbourhoods.

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