Jonathan van Bilsen
A Tail Wagging Time
The last Sunday in May is always a special day, particularly if you have a dog. It is the annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides, where...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- May 25
- 2 min
Pedaling Along
Exercising, one of the simplest tasks to initiate, is often the most difficult to stick with. Over the years, I have tried several...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- May 25
- 3 min
Todd McCarthy: Dealing with the Issues
I always look forward to interviewing politicians, especially if they are new to the political arena. This week, I had an opportunity to...
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
The Generosity is Overwhelming
Last week, I was once again asked to participate in McDonald’s McHappy Day, and I have to tell you it was a fantastic time. The weather...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- May 12
- 3 min
A Stone’s Throw
Like millions of people around the world, and probably a number of you as well, I tuned in to watch the abridged version of the...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- May 3
- 2 min
Look, I Can Fly!
Having flown more than 800 times, I have still only had the pleasure of sitting in the cockpit of a jetliner, a few times. In these...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Apr 27
- 2 min
A Rose By Any Other Name
I was glancing through some notes I made many years ago, when collecting stamps, and noticed a reference to Tanganyika, an African...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Apr 21
- 4 min
LUCY BLACK, Write it Down!
I am constantly intrigued to learn about people from our community and the fantastic accomplishments they have made during their life....
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Apr 13
- 2 min
What are the chances?
Sometimes, when forging through history, seemingly uneventful elements are discovered and often discarded. Occasionally, such components,...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Mar 29
- 2 min
The World’s Largest Museum
I am planning a visit to Egypt for the end of this year, to coincide with the opening of the new Egyptian Museum. Also known as the Grand...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Mar 17
- 4 min
Don Lovisa, President of Durham College
Education in today's world is certainly changing, and sitting down to chat with the president of Durham College, Don Lovisa, gave me a...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Mar 17
- 2 min
Wow, a new house
Interest rates may continue to rise in an effort to curb inflation, and it seems to be helping. Costs have risen dramatically, and I...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Mar 9
- 2 min
When Will It End
Winter is certainly not my favourite season. I must admit, I love waking up to a fresh blanket of snow outside, as it makes everything...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Mar 3
- 2 min
Where did they all come from?
Those of you, who follow my column regularly, know I am sometimes fascinated by facts and stats. During a recent conversation, the topic...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Feb 24
- 2 min
You Don't Say
I have always had a dislike for telephone answering machines. Once you leave a message, it is there. You cannot revise it, re-record it...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Feb 16
- 2 min
It’s a Hap, Hap, Happy Day!
I have often wondered why people in certain parts of the planet are happier than others. I did some digging and discovered the secret of...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Feb 9
- 2 min
Port Perry, 1949
Local theatre has always been something I have enjoyed. Not because it is a short drive home afterward but because the talent in our...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Feb 2
- 2 min
Addressing the Haggis
Last weekend, I had the pleasure of becoming an honourary Scot at the annual Robert Burns supper held at the Port Perry Legion. The night...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Jan 26
- 2 min
Stand up for Old People
Quite often, we pick up newspapers and magazines or turn on the television and hear about scammers taking advantage of seniors. How they...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Jan 19
- 4 min
It is The Law
Becoming a lawyer requires a great deal of hard work and dedication. The industry has long been dominated by men, and only recently are...
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