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The tax system needs an overhaul, though…. by Mike Murchison A 51st state! Canada was basically formed in a series of backroom deals a ‘ways back. After the tug of war between the British and the French, England called it
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According to Statistics Canada, Toronto's population increased 7 per cent since 2013. The number of Vehicles for Hire have increased 1426 per cent, report Toronto staff. Image: Taxi News
Toronto’s population up 7 per cent; Vehicles for Hire up 1,462 per cent California is on fire while there is no water in the fire hydrants; Justin Trudeau “resigned” then flew to the United States to speak as Canada’s Prime
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Uber appears to have magical powers which prevent otherwise intelligent Toronto officials from noticing the Elephant in the Room. Image: Cartoon Bob for Taxi News
What could be more arbitrary than proposing the number that’s creating all the problems? Update at 1:30pm January 13: The full TRP report has been added to the bottom of the post in an accordion box. Like many other perfectly
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On January 6th, Justin Trudeau announced that he intends to step down as Liberal party leader and Prime Minister. In these remarks, he also noted that he asked Governor General Mary Simon to prorogue Parliament so that the Liberals could select a new leader; this statement is being used as evidence in court that he is not acting in the best interests of Canada, but of the Liberal Party. Image: CBC
And the Hogue Commission report on Elections Interference is delayed Justin Trudeau has not resigned yet. His exact words on January 6th were, “I intend to resign, as party leader as Prime Minister, after our party selects its next leader
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“Delivery Robot ran a red light and got hit by the Waymo. They both just reversed a little and drove off. Crazy time to be alive.” Video: Reddit
Waymo robo-taxi hits delivery robot in crosswalk Food Delivery Robot Hit By Waymo byu/mingoslingo92 inwaymo
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All that matters is that you start, and keep at it. Photo: Taxi News
What follows is the poem “The Race” written by Dr. D.H. “Dee” Groberg in 1986 which seems to rise up this time of year, most years, to remind me of the importance of rising when I fall. It is a
Read More“Shangox” is the pen name of a writer who has worked as a lifetime professional driver. He immigrated from Africa to Canada many years ago. He describes himself as “a seasoned copywriter with a passion for crafting compelling narratives that
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Wishing you and your loved ones all the best for a safe, wonderful holiday season.
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