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    Employment Opportunities

    This may be of interest to Ontario Truck and Coach Technicians (310-T). City of Toronto Emergency, Fire and Paramedics Services FIREFIGHTER MECHANICAL Full-time, Permanent Hourly Rate: Step 1: First Year Rate: $50.77 Step 2: Second Year Rate $56.41 Shift Information: Mon - Fri 4 Day...
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    Ontario Government (Conservative majority), 2025-29

    Same as 400, 401, 403, 404, 407, 410, 427 , 409 ... in and around Toronto. They all provide a lot of 9-1-1 calls handled by OPP, and muni Emergency Services. I guess all Metro Police have left is the Allen Expressway. More like a glorified Road. With Queen's Park taking over the Gardiner...
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    Ontario Government (Conservative majority), 2025-29

    Our members are upset:’ Toronto police union speaks out over Gardiner, DVP changes As far as I know, City firefighters and paramedics will continue working the Gardiner and DVP.
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    25 April 2026 - Apparent shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

    The show must go on. Trump Insists WHCD Will Be Rescheduled. Looks like they didn't even get to finish their salad at this one. As seen on Truth, https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116468367583052130
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    Chinese Military,Political and Social Superthread

    Probably a myth, but I remember what was said about Mussolini. "He was no bundle of laughs. But, he made the trains run on time."
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    25 April 2026 - Apparent shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

    For non-VIPs, the drill seems to be Duck and Cover.
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    Chinese Military,Political and Social Superthread

    Regarding international approval. Saw this 8n the news. China Leads U.S. in Net Approval, Though Both Are Negative Chinatown has surpassed the United States in global approval. No idea why. April 3, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — While neither country commands broad support, China surpassed the...
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    The WTF News Files

    Saw this about that from Texas DMV.
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    "Hegseth: Flu Vaccine Optional"

    From a readiness standpoint, that view might also apply to Emergency Services. A few years ago, over half our department was in quarantine.
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    The WTF News Files

    How does s/he back up without jack-knifing?
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    The WTF News Files

    Don't know where this was filmed. But, is it legal? ( Understood filming while driving is a no no. )
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    Trump administration 2024-2028

    Not that popular with women voters anyway, https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trumps-approval-rating-sinks-to-new-low-poll-11860588
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    "Hegseth: Flu Vaccine Optional"

    On some departments, no vax = full PPE. Big change for the U.S. military after 80 years. Some might call it progress. As far as Liberty / Freedom goes, some might say that when it comes to public health, personal freedom / liberty can endanger others. "Safety" (the preservation of life) is...
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    "Hegseth: Flu Vaccine Optional"

    When cornered or cooped up with someone on the ( political ) spectrum , or any spectrum, I nod and say, "ok". That gives them their "win". Which, usually, seems enough to satisfy them.
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    "Hegseth: Flu Vaccine Optional"

    I got the RSV shot. Cost $296.00 . HCSA took care of it. As far as vaccine politics are concerned, I didn't go to medical school. One of the many reasons I admire Japan, Professor Kenji Shibuya Lack of Polarization: The pandemic response was not viewed through the lens of individual rights...
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