On January 29th, 2010, Canada’s Supreme Court declared that Omar Khadr, a Canadian arrested and detained for seven years without civil trial under Bush’s Military Commissions Act, had his “right to life, liberty and security of the person” violated in Guantanamo Bay after evidence surfaced that harsh interrogation methods were used on him by CSIS (Canadian Security Intelligence Services) and foreign affairs officials. And, well, that’s all, folks!
The highest court of Canada made a declaration that one of our citizens’ basic rights have been violated, yet stopped short of doing …

Another year over, and a new one just begun.
Whether it is the beginning of the end, or merely a temporary dark period in history, 2008 would embody a dismal period in future history books. International conflicts, civil unrest and violent struggles soared in every corner of the world. The only common ground binding humanity was a global economic crisis and a global threat of climate change. We are living in some stressful times.
However, pain and despair often yield integrity and perseverance. It is not without searching …

Veterans Day. November 11: A day to pay respect to those who fought our battles; to those who sacrificed; to those who survived; and to those who returned forever handicapped and scarred.
To most, Veterans Day is mere symbolic. Being unacquainted with any real veterans, our gratitude and support can only be delivered quietly, and privately, within the moments of silence, on Veterans Day. When the moments of silence end, we return to our trivial and peaceful lives: a gift from our veterans.
How we wish we could personally say …

US Presidential candidate, Ralph Nader, delivered a speech in Toronto, Canada yesterday to discuss problems with American politics and to rally support amongst the Americans residing in Canada. My first reaction was: why was Mr. Nader rallying in Canada? Nevertheless, I was enthusiastic to meet the man who allegedly had a role in putting Bush in office in 2000.
The presentation started with a screening of the documentary “An Unreasonable Man”. The first part outlined the history of Mr. Nader as a consumer advocate and his battle with General Motors and …