Wednesday, November 30, 2005

Got Kids to Shop For?

by alec on November 30, 2005

When we lived in the US, we quickly developed the habit of doing most, if not all, of our Christmas shopping online. Amazon, and other online retailers, made it just too easy. Returning to Canada was a real shock. Amazon.ca, aside from the core books and CD’s, offers nothing like the variety and selection fo Amazon.com. Well, this year you have an alternative in WowyZowyToys. It was founded by my friends Mary-Pat and Kevin, and features a great selection of toys — interesting, different and fun — for all ages.

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Nokia N90 Now Has a Blog

by alec on November 30, 2005

Andy Abramson has set up a blog to track traffic about the Nokia N90 cell phone. There is some major buzz in the blogosphere about this phone.

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Tories Promise to Re-Open Same Sex Marriage

November 30, 2005

I am slack jawed at Stephen Harper’s latest statement. According to the Globe and Mail, he will re-open the Same Sex Marriage debate, if elected. The Globe writes: Mr. Harper said he was determined to bring the legislation before a free vote in the House. He told reporters Tuesday he would not rein in cabinet [...]

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We're in an Election (Again)

November 30, 2005

We have another election upon us here in Canada. For those unfamiliar with our system of government, it’s parliamentary, and modeled on the British system. One of the many consequences of that is that a political party can form the government without having an outright majority. Later, if the minority parties band together, they can [...]

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