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An American Perspective
by Jonathan van Bilsen During these extraordinary times, it is refreshing to find an article capturing how people in the United States...


What Exactly is a Tariff?
By Jonathan van Bilsen There has been much discussion about Canadians, potentially, paying a 25 percent tariff on goods going to the...


Eh, José, Can You See?
By Jonathan van Bilsen Now they have a new leader in the south, I wanted to address the ultimatum being discussed in Ottawa, regarding...


Brian Gribben: Leaving a Legacy
by Jonathan van Bilsen There is something exciting about seeing a new business take root in Scugog, especially when it brings fresh...


Where has the time gone?
By Jonathan van Bilsen Have you noticed how the second week of a two-week trip always seems to slip away faster than the first? It is as...


Late to the party
by Jonathan van Bilsen January 6th marks the Epiphany, a feast day celebrating the journey of the three wise men to Bethlehem, where they...


Gee, I can own a Mercedes
As the calendar turns, it is natural to reflect on the shifting tides of business and retail over decades rather than mere months....


Tracing the Language of Christmas
The traditions of Christmas are steeped in rich history, and the words we use during this festive season reflect a remarkable journey...


Looking out on the Feast of Stephen
by Jonathan van Bilsen Last week, I wrote about Good King Wenceslaus (who was not really a king) and the first line refers to the Feast...

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