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The Story Behind The Person: Suzanne Garriock, The Violin is a way of life
by Jonathan van Bilsen Music is a fundamental trait, which many people experience, whether it is listening to your favourite tune,...

The Standard
Jul 26, 20233 min read


Well I'll Be
I am not sure where the time goes, but I have been in North Durham for more than thirty years. Reflecting back on some of the escapades I...

The Standard
Jul 26, 20232 min read


Why would it be a problem?
Perhaps it is because I am getting older, that my lack of patience is increasing. There are many small things people do and say, which...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Keep it local
I have had the pleasure of travelling all over the world, photographing some extremely exotic locales. The problem is I have amassed over...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jul 12, 20232 min read


Happy Canada Day
Last Saturday, I had the privilege of emceeing the Port Perry Canada Day festivities in beautiful Palmer Park. Needless to say, aside...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Artificial is the Key Word
“Hey, ChatGPT, Write 50 words about Port Perry.” ‘Port Perry is a small town located in Scugog, Ontario, Canada. It is known for its...
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Jun 29, 20232 min read


Smile, You're on Candid Camera
Many years ago, I was shooting in a restaurant in the Netherlands, and a waiter came up and asked if a man, sitting alone in a corner,...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jun 22, 20233 min read


Chris Creamer: He Shoots, He Scores
Everywhere we look these days, we are inundated with sports events. Be it the Golden Knights winning Lord Stanley's prized possession or...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jun 22, 20233 min read


Granny’s Secret Drawer
I have written several articles on home remedies from my granny’s secret drawer and will share a few more with you today. Every now and...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jun 15, 20232 min read


Order, Order!
Going through life, offers many opportunities to check boxes on your bucket list. I have inched my way along the edge walk at the CN...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jun 9, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Jun 2, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
May 25, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
May 25, 20233 min read


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...

The Standard
May 19, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
May 12, 20233 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
May 3, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Apr 27, 20232 min read


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....

Jonathan van Bilsen
Apr 21, 20234 min read


What are the chances?
Sometimes, when forging through history, seemingly uneventful elements are discovered and often discarded. Occasionally, such components,...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Apr 13, 20232 min read


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...

Jonathan van Bilsen
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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