Nov. 11 - Most Canadians distrust government and big business and their cynicism towards politicians is increasing, according to the results of research by Professor David Zussman of the University of Ottawa. Despite these negative attitudes, Professor Zussman's research also shows that Canadians are relatively satisfied with their own economic and social conditions and they are increasingly turning to volunteerism to express their civic engagement.

Finance Minister Peter Christie, Environment and Labour Minister Kerry Morash, Minister responsible for Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Barry Barnett, and Natural Resources Minister Richard Hurlburt joined their colleagues Justice Minister Michael Baker, Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission Carolyn Boliver-Getson, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Chris D'Entremont, along with MLAs Jim DeWolfe, Bill Langille and Bill Dooks in support of Neil LeBlanc.  

There is an old legend circulating in our city, that not too long ago a tourist named Holger arrived at our gates, thinking that he was about to enter Paris. After existing the Nova Scotia Art Gallery, he was heard muttering that he always thought the Louvre was a bit bigger. Then he went to search for Arc de Triomphe and wound up at the Rotary. That was the last anyone ever saw of him.

Now granted, this could be a tall tale, but at first glance, it is easy to see why Holger and his ilk would confuse our great city with that little hamlet to the East. Thus, Paris is - at this very moment - besieged by rioters using schools and busses as impromptu barbeques, while in Halifax, an angry Ms. Sheppard just phoned her city counsellor, complaining that the cat next door has dug up her fall bulbs. In both cases, the politicians appear powerless to stop the chaos.

One of Canada’s most popular radio personalities will start another chapter in his illustrious broadcast career this weekend. Easy Listening 94.7 Seaside-FM will be the brand new home for Frank Cameron this Saturday afternoon from noon until 3. Listen for more Como than Coasters, more Bennett than Beatles, Sinatra rather than the Stones – but it will be personality radio – a perfect fit for Frank. .

Now that I have that out of my system, let's get to the real, and often ignored, "culture of entitlement," that the left wing in this country is supporting, defending and demanding.

Provincial justice ministers, who are gathered in Whitehorse, learned today, Nov. 9, that the federal government has agreed to Michael Baker's call for an immediate review of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

"I'm very encouraged that federal minister Irwin Cotler has agreed to review the issue of custody for out-of-control youth," said Mr. Baker. "There's an obvious shortcoming in the law that prevents judges from incarcerating youth who are a danger to themselves and others."