Critique of last night's Ontario Election debate and a summary of each party's current status heading into election day June 2nd. Always believed that as long as you don't have to wear a mask to vote, Ford will get all the undivided support on the right of the political spectrum. Leavin…

Originally Published in the Guelph Mercury -   January 12, 2008 Looking back at this column and its predictions...  There is much talk and concern about the alleged apathy of our young people when it comes to the political process and exercising their civic duty. Media campaigns and slogans are use…

Fire the coach, the GM, blow it up?  None of the above, but running it back is not an option either.  That is by definition insanity - which is happening to me by watching this team lose in the playoffs year after year.  We have changed coaches, goalies, the bottom six, and beefed up the blue line.…

Special enrollment schools and programs are no longer in vogue as school boards looks to push a more inclusive, equity based agenda. Is it only a matter time before the  catholic separate school system is under review as well.  Here is my original column on this issue - still resonates.     Is anyo…

With the new school year well underway, I want to talk about that dirty word for students -- homework. It seems it now is a dirty word for some Ontario school boards, too, as they have placed limits on the amount of homework students can be assigned. Some have even gone so far as to ban homework al…

“Hands in my pockets” was the catch phrase for a commercial a few years back that told us how bank fees can eat away at our savings. It was appropriate because it aptly described how banks have easy access to our cherished cash. Financial institutions are one of the few places that send you a bill …

Before you can even begin to get control of your money, you must first find out where it is going. Drawing up a budget is a waste of time if you have no clue how much you are spending. Setting a limit for yourself of $50 a month on clothes — makes no sense if you currently spend more than $100. Bef…

Newspaper Version:  https://www.guelphmercury.com/opinion-story/9088815-you-truly-are-richer-than-you-think Take into account your non-discretionary spending to take control of your financial future, writes Greg Cawsey Gregory Cawsey Guelph Mercury Tuesday, December 18, 2018 One of the top excuses …

Before making your riches, examine your attitude toward money Developing positive associations with money will help you manage it better, writes Greg Cawsey Gregory Cawsey Guelph Mercury Wednesday, January 9, 2019 Today, I want to discuss a topic viewed by many as a very personal matter. Some adult…

Political engagement is high - so that should be a good thing for our democracy. Unfortunately, the United States influence of tribal political identity is creeping into Canada. It seems now everyone has a political opinion and wear it on their sleeve. It reminds me of the change in our attire to g…

Well look at that, another protest in Ottawa. Is anyone else concerned with the growing discontent among the working class in this country?  It is one thing to have economic gripes when unemployment is high - but there are jobs a plenty out there. The problem is they don't pay enough to keep up…

Florida Parents Bill of Rights Law - aka Don't Say Gay Law has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. One would hope there would be some professional discretion allowed on behalf of educators to follow age appropriate curriculum in discussing  matters with students. Unfortunately, too many pare…

When masks wearing became optional for teachers, I made my choice to not continue. Why?  1. I believe they inhibit learning. Now not all research is conclusive -  NY Times  but I believe when given the choice, I will teach without them for a better learning experience for students.  2. I miss the v…

Been tapping my thumbs quite a bit on twitter lately, as it seems many educators have expressing their concerns of various school re-opening plans. While many of my colleagues have been critical of various governments, my ire has been directed at the teacher unions and their fervent followers. Obvi…