Malcolm X said it best: “The media’s the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the innocent guilty and to make the guilty innocent, and that’s power. Because they control the minds of the masses... ”
Where passion meets purpose, power of a visionary artist Ava “Artistry” Dedier
Ava Dedier is destined for greatness and excellence as a creative genius whose artistry is on display. She is a seventeen-year-old student who is completing her Grade 12 year at Unionville High School. She is enrolled in a specialized program targeted to students who are talented in: arts, dance, music, and drama. I met Ava at the Jamaican Canadian Association’s Women’s Committee International Women’s Day (IWD) event on Sunday, March 8th, 2025. Her artistic work was prominently displayed, and it was the centre and focus of attention by many of the attendees. Ava was flanked by her supportive parents: her mother, Toni-Marie Ferreira, a Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) educator and her father, Robert Dedier who serves as her Operations Manager.
Her parents have played a pivotal role in nurturing her natural curiosity and inclinations towards creative endeavours. As an introvert, Ava was drawn to the emotive power of art. She states, “I loved the way art could take emotions and turn them into something real, something others could feel.” In my conversation with Robert, he shared with me her passions for the arts and the meticulous work she has done since 2019 to hone her skills and talents. Robert emailed me photographs of Ava with her work, a detailed descriptive bio and links to articles where she was interviewed.
Ava was naturally drawn to the arts as from her early childhood where she demonstrated sparks of creativity. She would frequently sketch in the margins of her notebooks, dance and write poetry. It was in 2019 when she attended the art camp at Winged Canvas Arts School that the fire of her artistic passions was ignited. Ava states: “That was when I first felt the spark, like I’d found something I was meant to do.” This pivotal moment was
inspirational. For Ava, “Art quickly became more than a passion. It became my way of making sense of the world, sharing my voice, and connecting with others in ways words often couldn’t.”
There is a lot of reflection and imagination that goes into her creative process She notes, “Each piece I create carries a little part of me, whether it’s: a story, an emotion, or just a moment I want to hold on to. I’ve learned that art isn’t just about expressing yourself. It’s about: inspiring others, creating connection, and finding meaning in the moments that matter most.”
Ava has been personally impacted by the invisibility that she sensed and felt when she visited art exhibitions across Canada. She states explicitly, “They also shaped me. They taught me to look deeper, to listen harder, and to notice the stories that often go untold.” For Ava, art has empowered her to tap into her deep creative innate intuition and sixth sense and bring these inspired images, intelligible ideas to life.
In response to the question, “Why does she create art?” She states, “I create art because I believe everyone deserves to feel seen. I want my work to remind people, especially those who’ve ever felt overlooked, that: their stories, their voices, and their dreams matter. Art for me, is about more than creating something beautiful. It’s about: breaking down barriers, building bridges, and showing what’s possible when we celebrate diversity and creativity.”
For Ava, the pursuit of her artistic passions is more than a hobby, or an individual initiative. She is determined to initiate a movement with every stroke of her paint brush. She explains her artistic goals in very specific, clear and direct terms. She elaborates: “I’m committed to being part of a creative movement where art becomes: a guide, a way to lead
people to a place of strength, to celebrate their victories, and to express their beauty and colourful experiences.”
There is a great amount of inspiration and imagination that goes into creative strike. She elaborates as “It is an invitation to look deeper, to connect more fully, and to see what’s possible when we embrace creativity. This isn’t just art. It’s a beacon for anyone ready to explore their story and discover the power of imagination.”
Ava has been able to showcase her artistic work at many venues over this year. Most recently, her work was featured along with several Black artists at The Toronto City Hall for Black Mental Health Week. Her five-piece exhibit involved a mixed media collection, which includes acrylic paint with genuine African textiles that showcase visually stunning pieces to highlight African heritage and cultural beauty. This debut collection was titled, “Trendsetters: The Divine Feminine.” The description of this collection states, “This is essentially a spiritual concept/revolving around: empowerment, beauty and resilience among other things. Though these qualities are commonly associated with women, they are present with everybody.”
Ava has big plans and great dreams for the future as she pursues her career in art. She intends to pursue a five-year program at Western University. This program involves a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Honours of Business Administration at the prestigious Ivey Business School.
Anyone interested in seeing more of Ava’s work can check the following www.AvaJasmineArtistry. com
Instagram: @AvaJasmineArtistry
Written by Paul Junor Toronto Caribbean News
Photo Credit: Robert Dedier
What can parents do when the system meant to help is harming their kids?
Why are we living in a first world country where parents must aggressively seek support from all sectors of the education and health care communities to obtain, often at their own expense, the documentation required to prove that their children meet the criteria for special education programs and services.
What happens when an educational system is telling you, “We are doing the best we can,” but you are watching your child regress. They are not learning, they are isolating. You are literally watching your child lose themselves. You spend every night researching, fighting insurance, begging for help. You are exhausted, and then you go to the system that is supposed to be helping you, and you are told your child is just… a number. A burden.
“It’s not personal,” they tell you. Not personal? This is everything personal. This is your child’s future. This is their right to learn, to thrive. They are telling you that’s not their responsibility. Your child deserves better. All of our children deserve better.
Recommendations made to assist our students with disabilities have been largely ignored
Special education is not new. It has existed in Ontario for more than 100 years. There are lessons to learn from this history.
Over its century of existence, special education in the province has changed dramatically in response to activism, advocacy, and shifting school culture. Special education began as a school reform in the early 20th cen -
tury, was absorbed into the school system in the pre- and post-war eras, was expanded and challenged in the 1970s, and has more recently become a hybrid of inclusive education and a continuum of services. These changes affected teachers’ work and have shaped and been shaped by special education funding.
In 2002, ETFO released “Fulfilling the Promise: Ensuring Success for Students with Special Needs,” a position paper that summarized issues in special education caused by the policy and funding changes made by the Mike Harris Conservative government. Informed by input from classroom education workers, the paper included recommendations for the Ontario Ministry of Education that would have supported the success of children with disabilities. These recommendations were largely ignored.
Human rights codes are not protecting our children
Decades of research tell us that access to special education is not equal across Ontario. Among social identities such as: gender, race, socioeconomic status, type of disability, and geography, among other social identities, can all impact whether a student with special needs is able to access the services and programs that will not just set them up for future success, but also create educational experiences that are joyful, meaningful, and respectful of who they are.
The Ontario Human Rights Code came into effect in 1962. The Code affirmed the right to equal access to services, including education, and was the first comprehensive human rights code in Canada. However, it took 20 years to amend the Code and prohibit discrimination based on disability. It is unfortunate that to this day implemented human rights codes are still not protecting our children
In fall 2024, ETFO commissioned Stratcom to conduct focus groups with the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) members to better understand the impacts of more than two decades of harmful policy and funding decisions on the everyday realities of special education in Ontario classrooms. Members from across the province, including
special education teachers, special education resource/itinerant teachers, and mainstream classroom teachers whose classes include students with disabilities, participated in the sessions. Their feedback confirmed that the challenges ETFO identified more than 20 years ago persist. In fact, many have worsened. Key findings included:
• Chronic underfunding over decades is making it increasingly difficult to attain positive learning outcomes for students with special education needs.
• Support services and resources for students with special education needs are severely lacking in Ontario’s public schools.
• Special education services and supports have dwindled over the years as the number of students with exceptionalities and the complexity of students’ needs have increased.
• Special education teachers and teachers in mainstream classrooms feel overwhelmed, deflated, discouraged, and personally blamed for an education system that is failing students with exceptionalities.
• As boards move towards a full-inclusion model and continue to close self-contained and small-group special education programs, services to support students with special education needs have been withdrawn from regular classrooms, leading to a sense of abandonment.
• Teachers in mainstream classrooms and special education resource teachers feel at a loss to effectively meet the academic needs of students with complex and multiple exceptionalities in their classrooms.
• Teachers are experiencing high rates of burnout, declining mental health, and are witnessing student frustrations manifest physically in their behaviours and violent outbursts in the classroom.
While the Ontario government ignores their own legislation and the AODA recommendations, statistics and news reports continue to highlight the escalating challenges faced by
Canadians with disabilities:
• poorer educational outcomes
• increased unemployment
• lower income
• increased housing insecurity
• increased food insecurity
• higher rates of incarceration
These realities reveal critical gaps in support, funding, and access to essential services.
What does ETFO fight for?
As an organization that promotes equity and social justice within the education system and broader society, ETFO supports moving discussions about disability beyond whether children have access to accommodations and modifications, and towards acknowledging disability identity, incorporating disability culture, teaching disability history, and challenging all forms of ableism within classroom practices.
ETFO is not alone in recognizing this change must happen. Throughout their new report, they have drawn on research and reporting by organizations and individuals, including: People for Education, the Ontario Autism Coalition, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, district school boards, experts in education, journalists, academics, and government bodies, which speak to the challenges in special education and in many cases advocate for the same actions and shifts in approach they have expressed in their 27 recommendations.
For parents out there who have children with disabilities, I would strongly advise that you take a look at this report. Special education is failing our children. It is failing the economic and social health of our province. ETFO is urging the Ontario Ministry of Education to adopt their 27 recommendations so that children with disabilities can thrive.
As a community newspaper, we are urging that the Ontario Ministry of Education start making some serious changes and start listening to the needs of our students. All of them.
The Time to Pay Attention Is Now
I hope this message finds you well, though I know for many, these days have been far from easy. Our community is struggling, and let’s be honest—our country is, too. Everywhere you turn, people are talking about how expensive everything has become. How jobs are harder to find. How there’s a sense of unease, like something just isn’t right anymore. And they’re not wrong.
We are at a unique moment in Canadian history. With a federal election around the corner, the decisions we make now—individually and collectively—are going to shape the future for our children and grandchildren. I don’t say that lightly. This election might be the most important one of our lifetime. And that’s exactly why we need to take a deep breath, clear our minds, and really pay attention to what’s happening around us.
As someone who has always stood with our Caribbean community, I understand the strong connection many of us have with the Liberal Party. That connection was earned over decades. For many of us, it was Liberal immigration policy that opened the door to this country in the 1980s and 1990s, allowing our families to build new lives, find opportunities, and contribute to Canada in countless meaningful ways. That history matters. It’s personal. And it deserves respect.
But we also need to acknowledge something else—something that’s not always easy to say out loud: the Liberal Party of the past is not the Liberal Party of today.
Over the last ten years, this government has signed us onto policies and international agendas that, quite frankly, most Canadians—including many in our own community—didn’t even know about. These policies have had a devastating effect on our economy, our small businesses, our freedoms, and our way of life. They’ve made it harder for us to live, to work, to raise our families, and to pass something better on to the next generation.
That’s not about left or right. That’s not about red or blue. That’s about the truth.
Now, I want to be absolutely clear: this is not an article telling you how to vote or what to believe. That’s not what we do at this paper. We have always been, and will always be, about one thing—giving our community the information it needs to make informed, empowered decisions. That means asking hard questions, digging deeper, and making sure you see what others won’t show you.
This issue is full of information. Our team has spent over two months researching and preparing what you’re about to read in the coming pages. It’s not fluff. It’s not political spin. It’s real research. We’ve traced the policies, we’ve read the agreements, we’ve looked at the
numbers, and we’ve followed the money. What we found was eye-opening—even for us.
Some of what you’ll read might make you uncomfortable. Some of it might challenge what you’ve believed up until now. And that’s okay. Growth only happens when we’re willing to step outside our comfort zone and take a good, honest look around.
I ask you to read this edition with an open mind and an open heart. You don’t have to read it all in one sitting—take your time. Take it in bits and bites if that’s what works for you. But please, read it. Understand what’s been done behind closed doors. Understand where they’re trying to take us. And then ask yourself: Is this the future I want for my kids? For my grandkids? For my community?
You see, this moment in time isn’t just about choosing a government. It’s about choosing a direction. A path. A vision. And we can’t afford to choose blindly.
As a community, we’ve always been strong. We’ve always been resilient. We’ve always leaned on each other and looked out for one another, even when the world outside didn’t seem to care. That spirit is what has carried us through generations of struggle and triumph. And it’s what’s going to carry us through this time, too—but only if we stay informed, stay united, and stay focused on what matters.
If you’ve followed this paper for any length of time, you know where we stand. We stand for the people. We stand for justice. We stand for truth, even when it’s unpopular. We speak up when others stay silent. We ask the questions nobody else wants to ask. And we’re not afraid to call out those in power—because power should always be held accountable.
I know it’s not easy. Life is busy. Bills are high. News is overwhelming. But I’m asking you—just for a moment—to slow down, pay attention, and really think about the kind of Canada we’re building. Because once it’s built, it’s our children who have to live in it.
And they deserve better. They deserve a future where they can afford a home. Where they can start a business without being buried in regulations and taxes. Where they can speak freely, think critically, and live with dignity. Where opportunity isn’t just a buzzword— it’s a reality.
That future doesn’t come by accident. It comes from choices. It comes from participation. It comes from brave conversations like the one we’re trying to have in these pages.
So please—read, reflect, question, research. And most importantly, vote with your eyes open and your heart grounded in truth. Not in loyalty. Not in fear. But in love—for your family, your community, and your country.
Part One—AI, The WEF & Agenda 2030; The Blueprint for Global Control
BY GRANT BROWNING
AI—it seems like that’s all we hear about today. Facebook has its own AI system. X (formerly Twitter) has Grok. LinkedIn, Google— each has their own version, and the list goes on.
That’s where this story begins. If you’ve been following us for the past five years—whether through the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper or our former sister company, TCN TV (TCN.video)—you know we’ve done: extensive coverage, interviews, and research. World events over the last five years have shaped much of what we know about society today. Individually, these events may seem like strange, isolated occurrences, but what if they weren’t so random?
Two things always seem to take centre stage in conversations about global influence: Agenda 2030 and the World Economic Forum (WEF). The WEF, run by Klaus Schwab, is often viewed as a shadowy organization pushing a globalist agenda. When you see Schwab, he looks like the perfect depiction of a supervillain straight out of a superhero movie—only this is as real as it gets. Over the past five years we’ve covered both extensively breaking down the policies, the players, and the implications, but the question came up: did we really dig deep enough? Are these forces truly connected, and are they a threat to the world as a whole?
That question gnawed at me one evening, so I turned to AI for answers. A few keystrokes, a quick tap of the Enter button, and just like that—Pandora’s box swung wide open.
Before We Go Any Further, Let’s Address the Elephant in the Room Let’s get ahead of the first criticism: conspiracy theorists, or anti-government narratives. That’s not what this is. If you’ve followed us over the last five years, you may have seen glimpses of our journey—but here’s the full story.
Go back far enough in our editions, or broadcasts, and you’ll find November 2019—when we covered the early stages of the pandemic. That was the time when viral videos flooded the internet—people dropping dead in the streets, blood pooling from their noses, residents in China welded into their homes, massive disinfectant trucks fogging entire city blocks. It was pure fear propaganda. Today, try finding those videos. 90% of them have been scrubbed from the internet.
Then came March 2020—lockdowns. Like everyone else, we were concerned. The CDC put out statements claiming that the virus could stay on the surface magazines and newspapers for weeks. Limited access, business closures—it didn’t make sense to keep printing, so we temporarily shifted to digital for two editions (one month).
With all that downtime, we started paying closer attention… That’s when we noticed it—the inconsistencies in reporting, the double-speak. At first, we chalked it up to evolving information. Mass confusion was expected, right? Then came the pattern:
• Doctors who reported success with high-dose Vitamin C were immediately silenced, their findings dismissed without proper debate.
• Any natural remedy, or existing drug that showed promise was immediately demonized, labeled as dangerous or ineffective without thorough examination.
• The only solution allowed was a vaccine, with a rollout predicted in 12-18
months, as if the timeline had already been predetermined.
That’s when our Spidey senses started tingling.
Why 12-18 months? This was supposed to be the deadliest virus in modern history. Society shut down; the economy was crippled—yet we already knew exactly when the solution would arrive? That didn’t sit right.
Then came the mask frenzy. Signs popped up everywhere: “Just cover your face—anything will do!” A bandana, an old t-shirt—for the deadliest virus in history?
The Moment Everything Changed That was it. That was the pivotal moment.
We held a meeting with all our reporters, and I said: “I want to talk to every doctor, every expert, every voice that’s being silenced. Let’s hear them out, and let’s let our readers and viewers decide for themselves.” That’s when everything changed.
Looking back now, I can see how deep this ran: YouTube started banning our broadcasts, systematically removing content that questioned the official narrative. Remember those fact-checkers that conveniently emerged? Only information from one source—the World Health Organization—was considered truth, and anything that questioned it was swiftly silenced. Of course, later on, Mark Zuckerberg and others openly admitted that the fact-checking system was biased, designed to sway opinion and shut down opposing viewpoints.
“The fact checkers have become too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they created” ~ Mark Zuckerberg – Facebook
We built our own independent video stream, only to find it under immediate attack. Bots flooded our servers by the millions, crashing them repeatedly, but only when we interviewed select individuals whose information was deemed as ‘dangerous.’
We later discovered an informant within our organization was leaking information, compromising our ability to report freely. Our streams were being manipulated, but curiously, only during critical interviews where alternative viewpoints were being shared.
Then came the surveillance. One morning, my neighbour called with concern—there were unmarked vehicles stationed outside my house, watching for hours.
The real kicker came when we attempted to shut down our TV studio and discovered we couldn’t disconnect our internet.
The reason? There was an ‘entity’ attached to our account—an unknown authority that had to grant permission to Bell Canada before we could disconnect.
An entity indeed. Yes, and after consulting with a retired senior technician, I discovered exactly what it was. The government had secured a warrant allowing them to monitor every digital interaction. Nothing could be altered or disconnected without their explicit approval. It wasn’t just limited to the studio—my home was under the same level of scrutiny.
So, let’s clear this up. Conspiracy theorists? Nope. Anti-government? Nope. Awake and aware of how the world really works? Absolutely.
“It’s A BIG Club & You Ain’t In It!”
“They don’t want a population of citizens capable of critical thinking. They don’t want well-informed, well-educated people capable of critical thinking. They’re not interested in that. That doesn’t help
them. That’s against their interests. That’s right. They don’t want people who are smart enough to sit around a kitchen table to figure out how badly they’re get ting f****d by a system that threw them overboard 30 f****ing years ago. They don’t want that.
You know what they want? They want obedient workers. Obedient work ers. People who are just smart enough to run the machines and do the paperwork, and just dumb enough to passively ac cept all these increasingly sh**tier jobs with the lower pay, the longer hours, the reduced benefits, the end of overtime and the vanishing pension that disappears the minute you go to collect it, and now they’re coming for your Social Security money.
They want your retirement mon ey. They want it back so they can give it to their criminal friends on Wall Street, and you know something? They’ll get it. They’ll get it all from you, sooner, or later, ‘cause they own this f***ing place. It’s a big club, and you ain’t in it.”
Comedian
Now I know, hearing the term Agenda 2030 sounds taboo, like some sort of conspiracy, but the truth of the matter is Agenda 2030 is a real policy and was adopted by all 193 member states of the Unit ed Nations on September 25, 2015.
This means that every UN member coun try has signed on to the 17 Sustainable Devel opment Goals (SDGs) under Agenda 2030, including: Canada, the United States, Antigua and Bar buda, Bahamas, Barbados, Be lize, Costa Rica, Cuba, Domi nica, Domini can Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago— the list goes on with countries en listed.
In 2020, during their digital United Nations Gen eral Assembly (UNGA) addresses, leaders like: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister Andrew Hol ness, and Prime Minister Mia Mottley and others expressed their enthu siasm for Agenda 2030 and openly supported “The Great Reset.” Many of them also parroted the now-infa mous phrase, “Build Back Better.”
“….But what we are very proud of now is the young generation, like Prime Minister Trudeau, president of Argentina and so on, that we penetrate the cabinets. So yester day I was at a reception for Prime Minister Trudeau, and I know that half of his cabinet, or even more than half of his cabinet, are actually Young Global Leaders of the World Economic Forum.”
Klaus Schwabb – World Economic Forum
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Photo: Klaus Schwab Founder of the World Economic Forum
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A handful of well-known Canadian politicians have been named WEF Young Global Leaders (YGL), including:
• Justin Trudeau
Former Prime Minister of Canada.
• Karina Gould Leader of the Government in the House of Commons.
• Jagmeet Singh Leader of the New Democratic Party.
• Mélanie Joly Minister of Foreign Affairs.
• Michelle Rempel Garner Former Shadow Minister for Natural Resources.
• Dominique Anglade
Former leader of the Quebec Liberal Party.
It doesn’t stop there. Some Canadian officials have actually held direct positions within the WEF itself:
• Chrystia Freeland
Appointed to the WEF Board of Trustees in 2019.
• Mark Carney
Former Governor of the Bank of Canada, also served on the WEF’s Foundation Board.
• Kirstine Stewart
Currently Head of Shaping the Future of Media at the WEF.
• Robert Greenhill
Former Managing Director and Chief Business Officer at the WEF.
Schwab has outright bragged about “penetrating” the Canadian Cabinet and other countries around the world, suggesting that WEF-aligned individuals are working inside multiple governments. This, understandably, fuels a lot of concerns about how deep the WEF’s influence really runs when it comes to shaping Canada’s policies.
It doesn’t stop there. Schwab has also openly admitted that he’d like to see a world without elections, where governments are run by “stakeholders” instead of democratically elected leaders. Stakeholders? Yup, Bill Gates, multinational corporations, financial institutions like: BlackRock and Vanguard, Big Tech companies such as Google and Meta, and even global non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that push WEF-aligned policies. This raises even more red flags about what kind of future the WEF envisions—and how much influence they already have in shaping it.
Beyond just politics, Schwab has also admitted that the WEF controls business, politicians, media, governments, non-governmental organizations, religious leaders, and even scientists. This level of influence suggests a massive web of global coordination that extends far beyond what most people might assume.
The WEF has a clear vision for how they think the world should operate—’You’ll own nothing and be happy.’
How they sell it to us
Well, how do you sell it? Simple—through welloiled propaganda machines: political leaders, media pundits, social media echo chambers, and mainstream news outlets. Before 2011, Canada had regulations that required news organizations to provide fair and balanced reporting rather than pushing partisan narratives. That changed when the Harper government repealed Section 19(1) of the Television Broadcasting Regulations, making it easier for media outlets to embrace one-sided reporting without the obligation to present both sides of a story. The real trick? Relentless repetition: “Buy Canadian,” “Canada’s Not For Sale,” “Stay Home, Save Lives,” “Follow the Science,” “Get Vaccinated,”—driving the message home until it becomes unquestioned truth.
Now here’s the wild part—the majority of the mainstream news we consume comes from just two main sources:
• AP (Associated Press)
• CP (The Canadian Press)
At one time, The Canadian Press was a nonprofit news agency. Now, like much of what’s happening in the world, it’s for-profit—bought out in 2010 by The Globe and Mail, Square Victoria Communications Group, and Torstar. I’d bet that if you go higher up the corporate chain, you’ll find some pretty interesting names of influence— probably the same ones you see at the WEF annual meetings.
As for the Associ ated Press (AP), it remains a nonprofit cooperative—but here’s the catch:
• AP is owned by major U.S. newspapers, radio, and TV stations that all share its news stories.
• If this shared news comes from these entities, then who owns those entities?
That’s where it gets even more interesting. The major media conglomer ates that own these newspa pers, TV networks, and radio stations—the ones that shape public opinion—are also owned and controlled by the same financial giants and elite circles that attend and participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meetings.
• Companies like Black Rock, Vanguard, and State Street hold mas sive shares in nearly ev ery major media com pany.
Media giants such as Disney (ABC), Comcast (NBC), Warner Bros. Discovery (CNN), News Corp (Fox), and Para mount (CBS) all have cor porate ties that trace back to these investment firms.
The same names appear in corpo rate boardrooms, financial insti tutions, and international pol icy groups—WEF, IMF, UN, CFR (Council on Foreign Relations), and more.
Malcolm X said it best: “The media’s the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the inno cent guilty and to make the guilty innocent, and that’s power. Because they control the minds of the masses.”
Psychological Operations & Mass Behavioral Modification
A historical precedent for govern ment overreach and psycho logical control can be found in Project MKUltra, a covert CIA program from 1953 to 1973. The project involved unethi cal experiments on unsus pecting individuals, using psychoactive drugs, hyp nosis, and sensory depriva tion to explore mind control techniques. The goal? To manipulate mental states and alter behaviors without a subject’s awareness.
The techniques developed under MKUltra laid the foundation for: modern psychological operations (PSYOPs), media control, and social engineering. While the project was officially shut down in the 1970s, the mass behavioral modification strategies tested during MKUltra persist today in more advanced and digital forms.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we
saw widespread use of fear-based messaging, repetitive government slogans, and media censorship—all tactics that align closely with psychological warfare strategies. The suppression of alternative viewpoints coordinated fact-checking efforts, and social media algorithmic control mirror MKUltra’s earlier experiments in shaping public perception.
Today, governments and corporations utilize: Big Tech algorithms, social media influence campaigns, and AI-driven behavioral analysis to control narratives. Digital IDs, social credit scores, and predictive policing are modern extensions of behavioral control—except now, they’re automated through AIdriven surveillance networks.
The suppression of free thought, manipulation of public perception, and conditioning of society through fear and compliance have historical precedents. MKUltra was covert, but today’s: digital surveillance, AI-driven censorship, and behavioral control mechanisms operate in plain sight under the guise of public safety
Expanding Our Research
When I first started looking into Agenda 2030, it seemed harmless—at least on the surface. It painted a picture of a peaceful world, free from crime and housing problems, where people lived in unity. A utopia, at least on paper. But once I started digging deeper, things began to shift. I started looking at all the other policies tied to it, which included:
United Nations & Global Sustainability
Agenda 21 (1992) – UN sustainability framework focusing on land use, economic controls, and environmental regulations.
Agenda 2030 (2015) – Successor to Agenda 21, enforcing 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with increased global oversight.
Canada’s 2030 Agenda National Strategy (2021) – Trudeau’s roadmap for implementing UN SDGs in Canada.
Agenda 2050 (Future Outlook) – Emerging UN policies pushing for extreme environmental, economic, and governance restruc-
Climate Change Treaties & Economic Policies:
Paris Climate Agreement (2015) – Legally binding emissions reduction plan promoting: carbon taxation, net-zero goals, and industrial regulation.
Carbon Taxation & ESG Compliance – Global carbon credit systems and corporate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scoring.
Global Migration & Population Control Policies:
• Global Compact for Migration (GCM) (2018) – UN-driven framework promoting mass migration policies, demographic shifts, and labor market restructuring.
• Replacement Migration Theory – UN
strategy advocating for high immigration levels in Western countries to counter declining birth rates.
• Population Reduction Strategies – Investigating policies linked to: fertility control, reproductive rights, and eugenicsbased social engineering.
Pandemic & Health Control Measures:
• WHO Pandemic Treaty (Upcoming) –Legally binding agreement granting WHO direct authority over national pandemic policies and digital health surveillance.
• International Health Regulations (IHR) Amendments – Strengthening WHO’s power over global emergency response and national health laws.
Financial & Digital Control Policies:
• Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) – Programmable digital money allowing governments to track, restrict, or control individual transactions.
• Digital ID & Biometric Surveillance –Global push for ID-linked banking, travel control, and social credit enforcement.
• ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Financial Scoring – Corporate compliance system enforcing climate policies, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mandates, and social behavior regulation.
Globalist Economic Restructuring Plans:
• The Great Reset (2020) – WEF-backed initiative promoting stakeholder capitalism, corporate-government partnerships, and wealth redistribution.
• 15-Minute Cities & Smart City Frameworks – Urban planning schemes restricting travel, monitoring energy use, and enforcing digital governance.
• Universal Basic Income (UBI) & AIDriven Workforce Replacement –Transitioning economies toward government-dependent populations and automation-driven job elimination.
Surveillance, AI, & Technocratic Control:
• China’s Social Credit System – AI-driven governance model assigning behavioral scores, restricting dissenters, and enforcing political compliance.
• Big Tech & AI Surveillance – Investigation into Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta’s collaboration with governments to deploy mass surveillance technologies.
Cultural & Social Engineering Policies:
• LGBTQ+ & Social Restructuring Policies – Examining the integration of gender ideology into UN SDGs, corporate ESG policies, and public education.
• Mass Media & Controlled Narratives – Investigating corporate-funded media shaping public perception in line with globalist social engineering objectives.
Geopolitical & Military Policies:
• Rockefeller’s “Lock Step” Scenario (2010) – Predictive model of a pandemicdriven global authoritarian shift.
• New World Order (NWO) Ideology –Analysis of Woodrow Wilson, H.G. Wells, George H.W. Bush, and modern global governance theories.
• Elite-Controlled Governance Structures – Examining the role of Bilderberg Group, Trilateral Commission, IMF, BIS, and other financial institutions in shaping policies.
Major Events & Their Role in the Agenda:
• George Floyd Riots & Land Grabs – How the destruction of cities facilitated real estate takeovers and the push for 15-minute cities under Agenda 2030.
• COVID-19 & Policy Shifts – How lockdowns, mandates, and digital IDs paved the way for greater government control and financial restructuring.
• Supply Chain Disruptions & Economic Manipulation – How manufactured crises (pandemic, war, energy shortages) further the Great Reset.
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After reviewing all of this—the policies that were proposed, signed, and actively implemented—it became clear how they correlated with world events, particularly in recent years. Instead of the utopia that was promised, the picture they painted was nothing short of alarming. If you looked at each event singularly, it seemed like just another random, shocking moment—an ‘OMG’ event. The same applied to each policy; they all appeared relatively harmless, simply ways for society to evolve and adapt. After all, as a species, our role is to adapt and evolve. But when you put them all together, it became clear that these were far from coincidental events and far from harmless policies. They were designed to reshape society, usher in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and lay the foundation for a global restructur ing blueprint.
The Long-Term Threats to Canada’s Econo my & Way of Life
The cumulative effect of these policies could fundamentally reshape Canada in several ways:
A. Economic Decline & Industry Collapse
• Oil & Gas Industry Disruption: The can cellation of Keystone XL, carbon taxes, and emission restrictions have already caused significant harm to Alberta’s economy.
• Agricultural Restrictions: Climate poli cies targeting nitrogen use threaten farm ers’ production capabilities, leading to higher food costs for consumers.
• Increased Taxation: Funding the SDGs, climate initiatives, and expanded social programs requires higher taxes, increas ing financial burdens on businesses and individuals.
• Corporate Favoritism: While big cor porations’ benefit from green subsidies, small businesses struggle to keep up with compliance costs and regulations.
B. Loss of National Sovereignty
• International Climate Rules Dictate Policy: UN and WEF-driven initiatives in fluence Canada’s domestic policies more than its own voters do.
• Reduced Land & Resource Control: sustainability policies advocate for cen tralized resource management, impacting property rights and limiting national con trol over natural assets.
C. Social & Cultural Shifts
transition, emphasizing green energy policies, social engineering, and heavy taxation to fund new economic structures.
• Paris Climate Agreement (2015): This initiative aims for net-zero carbon goals through carbon taxation and energy restructuring. However, the impact includes higher living costs, energy shortages, and industrial shutdowns that threaten economic stability.
• Canada’s 2030 Agenda: Branded as a “whole-of-society” approach, this policy framework pushes for economic and social transformation at a national level. The downside? Increased taxation, government funding shifts, and rapid urbanization policies that threaten traditional ways of life.
under the guise of “security” and “equity,” systematically erode personal freedom, paving the way for totalitarian governance.
C. The Club of Rome & Population Control Narratives (1972)
The Club of Rome’s Limits to Growth report argued that global population control was essential for sustainability, leading to policies that promoted: birth control, sterilization programs, and reductions in family sizes. These same population control narratives persist today, embedded within SDG 3 (Good Health), climate policies, and replacement migration initiatives.
However, the outcome of such measures has been disastrous—countries that aggressively enforced population control, such as
They have been enacted, reshaping: economies, societies, and individual freedoms at an alarming rate.
Here’s a deep dive into how every single major concern linked to these globalist policies has materialized—proving that the shift toward centralized control is not just a possibility, but a reality.
1. Supply Chain & Food Disruptions: The Manufactured Crisis (Agenda 2030: SDG 2, SDG 9, SDG 12)
From 2020 to 2022, global supply chains faced severe disruptions due to port closures and shipping bottlenecks, reinforcing dependence on centralized distribution networks. The blockage of the Suez Canal in March 2021 and Panama Canal droughts in 2023 further highlighted vulnerabilities in global trade, justifying tighter logistical controls.
• Urbanization & Mobility Restrictions
The push for sustainable cities could limit rural living, making centralized urbaniza tion and digital tracking the new norm.
• Financial Surveillance & Digital Curren cies: The SDGs promote digital financial systems, which could pave the way for social credit-style governance.
• Loss of Individual Freedoms: ESG mandates, climate laws, and social justice policies impose ideological controls that could stifle independent thought and decision-making.
The Core Connection: Population, Labor, and Economic Control
All these UN frameworks operate under the idea that population trends—such as: aging populations, declining fertility rates, and shifting labor markets—require government intervention and global coordination. Each policy plays a role in shaping economic, industrial, and social structures toward a centrally managed system.
• Replacement Migration (2000): This policy was introduced to address aging and declining populations by promoting mass migration as a solution. The result? Large-scale demographic shifts, increased strain on national resources, and rising cultural tensions.
• Agenda 21 (1992): Marketed as a sustainable development plan, Agenda 21 focuses on land use control and resource allocation. In practice, this has led to restrictions on private property, increased regulation, and a push for rural-to-urban migration.
• Agenda 2030 (2015): Under the 17 SDGs, Agenda 2030 promotes a global economic
Additionally, state-controlled media and censorship suppressed dissent, a pattern now emerging through ESG mandates, corporate censorship, and media narrative control. The outcome was devastating, leading to massive food shortages, economic collapse, and widespread state dependency. Over time, public dissent grew, ultimately resulting in the Soviet Union’s collapse in 1991. The key lesson is clear: top-down economic planning and centralized control over industries inevitably fail due to inefficiency, corruption, and resistance from the population.
B. China’s Social Credit System & Digital Governance (2014-Present)
China’s Social Credit System, implemented in 2014, serves as a digital governance model that closely monitors financial transactions, travel, and online behavior, enforcing compliance through a system of rewards and penalties. Citizens who fail to adhere to government policies face restricted access to banking, travel, and essential social services, effectively coercing them into obedience. This framework closely aligns with the West’s push for Digital ID, ESG compliance, and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) initiatives, all of which centralize economic and behavioral control.
The outcome is a society where financial penalties and digital surveillance dictate behavior, granting the government unprecedented control over economic activity and information flow. The key lesson is clear: digital financial and social control systems, marketed
Simultaneously, avian flu outbreaks between 2022 and 2024 led to governmentmandated mass cullings of poultry, aligning with the broader push toward lab-grown meat and reduced traditional livestock farming.
Fires and unexplained disasters at food processing plants between 2021 and 2023 coincided suspiciously with Agenda 2030’s “sustainable food systems” narrative, raising concerns about engineered shortages. Meanwhile, the infamous 2020 toilet paper crisis demonstrated how easily public behavior can be manipulated through media-induced panic.
2. Economic Manipulation & The Push for Digital Currency (Agenda 2030: SDG 8, WEF Great Reset)
Since 2019, Canada’s Carbon Tax has steadily increased, conditioning the population for future carbon credit tracking. Post-2020 economic manipulation, including inflation and interest rate hikes, has severely impacted the middle class, forcing many into government dependency.
Canadians were further pushed into record-high debt through state-issued relief programs such as CERB, CEBA, and mortgage deferrals. Meanwhile, over $9 billion in taxpayer money was funneled to Ukraine, prioritizing foreign aid over domestic economic stability, exacerbating affordability issues at home.
3. Social Engineering & Ideological Conditioning (Agenda 2030: SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 16)
for the “Great Reset” and ESG-driven economic models, where governments and corporations gained greater control while wealth inequality deepened, accelerating the decline of the middle class.
The crisis also serves as a warning for the risks of a fully digital economy, where central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) could grant financial institutions even greater power over individual transactions. Ultimately, global economic crises are often used as justification for further centralization and wealth redistribution under the guise of stability and progress.
“...and build a New World Order where democracy and Canadian sovereignty is ‘protected’.” Chrystia Freeland - 2025 Liberal Leadership Debate
“I’m going to agree with that, (Freeland’s NWO comment) the only amendment I’m going to make—unfortunately, it won’t be a world order, it will be a subset of the world order because the number of like-minded countries is much smaller with the U.S. exiting.”
Mark Carney- 2025 Liberal Leadership Debate
The Agenda Unfolds: How Globalist Policies Have Quietly Reshaped Our World For years, many dismissed discussions about Agenda 21, Agenda 2030, and the World Economic Forum (WEF) as conspiracy theories, but as we move through to the year 2030, it’s becoming undeniable. The policies laid out in these frameworks are no longer theoretical.
Over the past several years, a deliberate effort to reshape societal norms and control public discourse has become evident. In 2021, Ontario eliminated merit-based math streaming, and multiple provinces removed standardized testing, effectively lowering educational standards and diminishing critical thinking skills. Schools have shifted toward ideological indoctrination, incorporating CRT, radical gender policies, and activist-driven curriculums as part of the push toward a “global citizen” mindset.
At the same time, ideological groups such as: BLM-affiliated groups, some pro-Palestinian organizations, and various anti-hate groups have received significant government funding—fueling division and reinforcing state-approved narratives.
Social engineering has been further amplified through compliance training mechanisms—whether in the form of media-driven narratives on BLM, Ukraine, masks, or vaccines—designed to enforce conformity and punish dissent. Canada’s immigration policies have also been restructured under the UN’s SDG 10 framework, increasing immigration levels to over 500,000 per year by 2025, altering demographics under the guise of “reducing inequality.”
Online censorship has intensified through Bills C-11 and C-18, effectively granting the government control over digital content, silencing dissent, and restricting access to alternative viewpoints. Meanwhile, manufactured societal conflicts—whether based on race, gender, or political ideology—keep populations distracted and divided, ensuring that public resistance to broader globalist policies remains minimal.
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4. Surveillance, Smart Cities, & The End of Private Property (Agenda 2030: SDG 11, SDG 13, WEF Smart Cities)
The implementation of 15-minute cities is underway in major urban areas like Paris, London, Oxford, Edmonton, and Toronto, aiming to restrict personal vehicle use and enforce urban tracking, a move that significantly curtails individual mobility.
Simultaneously, the defunding of police in cities like Seattle, Portland, and Toronto has led to surges in crime, creating an environment where global security forces could be justified and introduced. The growing tent cities and drug crisis across urban centers are being used to normalize the idea of universal housing, where the state holds control over all living spaces.
Meanwhile, land acquisitions by elites such as Bill Gates, who owns over 270,000 acres of U.S. farmland, along with corporate giants like BlackRock and Vanguard, are making private homeowner-
ship increasingly unattainable for the average person. In addition, governments in the Netherlands and Ireland are forcing farmers to sell their land under the guise of meeting climate goals, a direct attack on small farming operations that aligns with Agenda 2030’s vision of “sustainable agriculture.”
5. Orchestrated Governance & The March Toward Total Control (Agenda 2030, WEF, UN, Great Reset)
The Liberal-NDP coalition in Canada has ensured the continuation of WEF-aligned policies until at least 2025, maintaining a political structure that supports centralized governance. At the same time, the Bank of Canada is actively piloting Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which are expected to control individual spending and enforce compliance with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) mandates.
Additionally, the World Health Organization’s upcoming legally binding Pandemic Treaty, expected in 2024,
threatens to override national sovereignty by granting international health authorities the power to dictate pandemic responses, further eroding the ability of individual nations to govern independently.
Every major policy shift, every so-called “conspiracy theory,” has become a verifiable reality. The economic squeeze, the war on independent businesses, the rise of digital tracking and behavioral control—none of this is accidental. It follows the exact blueprints laid out by Agenda 2030, the WEF’s Great Reset, and UN-backed governance strategies.
When you put it all together, it’s clear—nothing happens by coincidence. Major events that might seem accidental, even those with casualties and real suffering, have ultimately served as steppingstones in a larger agenda. A game? No, more like a plan designed to push us closer and closer to the ultimate goal— Agenda 2030.
The Turning Point: Understanding the
Threat, Leading the Change
After over two months of dissecting policies and world events, we’ve put together a full timeline of what’s happened and what’s coming next as these globalist ideologies accelerate us toward a future where we’ll own nothing. The only question left—how happy are we really going to be?
Here’s the good news: it can still be stopped. I was once asked if it was too late, and my answer was (and still is) 100% no. We just need to: find common ground, stop falling for the political divide, and come together. There are more of us than there are of them. If we stand united and demand change, we can stop this in its tracks—because history has shown us time and time again: light and good always prevail when people work together.
Now, Michael and Simone will walk you through the full roadmap— where we’ve been, where we’re headed, and what the rollout plan really looks like. Take it away, guys!
Part Two—Agenda 21 and 30: The Plan Has Always Been Compliance, Impoverishment, and Enslavement
MICHAEL THOMAS
michael@carib101.com
By now, most of us have realized that nothing that has happened in the last five years has happened by chance. It was a step-by-step plan craftily laid out decades in advance to trap, financially fleece, and enslave all citizens.
None of the things that are happening at the moment could have happened without the compliance of the world population, and none of this could continue without continued compliance. Your enemy is banking on your compliance. It was all one big test run and the masses have given themselves a failing grade. Let us look at the facts.
Conditioning and Compliance
As humans, we were conditioned to comply at an early age. In school, it was to comply with the teachers, as adults it was to comply with the authorities e.g. the police. As patients, we were taught to comply with the doctor’s advice, and the compliance list goes on.
Let us ask ourselves where has all this compliance taken us? The last five years have answered our question and not in a good way. A large number of the world’s population complied with most of the pandemic rules and so-called health regulations, as a result, what happened?
They were given Babylon’s medicine, lied to, and told to close their businesses by politicians who have never missed a paycheck since. We have seen quite clearly that some of the same people we were told to obey were all onboard and neck-deep in the lies and deception. Some teachers, some police and a lot of doctors.
We saw that some teachers were on board by not allowing children
in classes who were not injected. Some policemen and women were bullying people worldwide for not wearing masks, and some doctors administered, and are still administering injections to patients after taking an oath to protect lives, and all this happened because most of the world’s population complied.
It is important to note here that communism is enforced by dictators, but fascism is self-enforced. Remember what Justin Trudeau told Canadians when confronted about the strong-arming of uninjected Canadians to be injected or lose their jobs? “I never forced anyone,” he said.
Now for some compliance numbers.
An Ipsos Canada poll revealed Canadians aged 18-34 are more likely to have already received the COVID-19 booster vaccine, and only (7%) answered: “I am against vaccines.” Still, almost half of Canadians polled a whopping 48% agree to following the news on COVID-19 closely. Meanwhile, six in ten Canadians have already received, or intend to get a COVID-19 booster vaccine (60%) and a flu shot (60%). This is the kind of compliance that has taken us to where we are today. I wonder how many Canadians are willing to ask their doctors to walk them through the ingredients of these so-called vaccines and the side effects, I wonder?
Just listen to Klaus Schwab’s answer when questioned about this gene editing so-called vaccine, “You see the difference of this fourth industrial revolution, it doesn’t change what you are doing, it changes you. If you take genetic editing just as an example, it is you who are changed, and of course, this has a big impact on your identity.” The takeaway here is be exceptionally careful who and what you comply with.
Improverishment
This is the next downward step of this globalist ladder, making you penniless by design. This is a tool the globalists use not just on dissenters, but the entire population. Remember those hefty fees Canadians were charged all in the name of COVID-19 mandate violations? Those
served two purposes, to empty your bank accounts and to condition you for what’s here now, climate credit score, and carbon taxes.
Each step of this blood-sucking ladder leads to another. I urge readers to take some time and read Agenda 21 and Agenda 30 these facts are not hidden, but once you are kept distracted the planners know that most people would not make time to read their game plan. This is a game that embodies conditioning plus compliance which we looked at earlier and restrictions which I will tackle shortly in this article, but we are still dealing with Impoverishment.
It is much easier to control and enslave people who have no income, or resources. Let us not forget that Agenda 2030 objectives, WEF policies, and the Great Reset vision are to control all land, resources, finance, mobility, and thought. What better tool to use against an unsuspecting masses than theft disguised as taxes and rule of law?
The worldwide push to put farmers out of business and off the land is in full swing. The mass slaughtering of livestock is happening as this article is written, designer food shortages and soaring food prices are on the table in real-time. Many readers can remember a few short years ago when an ordinary liter of extra virgin olive oil was $4.99. Today that same liter of oil cost you $20 minimum. Does this type of inflation add up? Hell no. I am sure Professor Schwab and his associates at the WEF are refining some “Extra Virgin Cockroach Oil” for the world as we speak.
In our last cover article titled “Inside Job,” we outlined how the Canadian government was sending hundreds of millions of taxpayers’ dollars to fix things in other countries, while Canadians were suffering at home. Do you think this is a mistake? This is an impoverishment tool used by political stooges of the NWO aka New World Order in order to make the citizens penniless and controllable, think about it. Did Justin Trudeau send any of his millions abroad to fix problems there? Hell no. It is you he wanted to make penniless.
When anyone, especially a farm-
er is forced to abandon his, or her livelihood all in the name of being a contributor to the carbon/climate problem, it is not hard to see the real problem. All you need is clear eyes.
Everything described here coupled with CBDCs (aka Central Bank Digital Currencies) arrival has one thing in common. Control. You must first make folks poor, then control them. No improverishment. no control. A delusional old man once said, “You will own nothing and be happy.” I hope Canadians are getting the picture step by step.
It all starts with what and who you are conditioned to accept, this is followed by compliance meaning what you are willing to go along with. Once the compliance hook is in your mouth it will be swiftly followed by improverishment, and finally slavery, which we shall touch on briefly in this chapter of this article. Please bear in mind the globalists who are behind Agenda 21 and Agenda 30 are out to break you financially, so you won’t have a choice but to accept their agenda.
Klaus Schwab seems to be anticipating the ramifications of a financially broke society with open arms, here is what he had to say about the economy, “We will end up with many more unemployed particularly people in the grey economy, which are not counted for will lose their jobs, so we will see definitely a lot of anger already now, but it will probably increase by the end of the year because this crisis will be with us until we find a remedy, so we have to be prepared for a more angrier world.”
Doesn’t this sound like a man who is expecting impoverished people to retaliate?
Before I visited the slavery aspect of it all, I almost forgot that all that has happened could not have happened without the deception by government officials and others who were supposed to be working for the people, but instead are working against the people. Here are some Canadian examples.
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Deceptions
MICHAEL THOMAS
michael@carib101.com
TC REPORTER
Opposition and Ruling Party who serve the same agenda but pretend to be at odds with each other.
Justin Trudeau - The former Prime Minister of Canada, who announced his resignation on January 6th, 2025, was selected as a Young Global Leader by the WEF.
Karina Gould - Serving as the Leader of the Government, Gould has been acknowledged by the WEF as a Young Global Leader.
Jagmeet Singh - The leader of the New Democratic Party, Singh has also been recognized by the WEF’s YGL program.
Mélanie Joly - As the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Joly was selected as a Young Global Leader by the WEF.
Michelle Rempel Garner - A Member of Parliament and former Shadow Minister for Natural Resources, Rempel Garner was selected as a Young Global Leader in 2016.
Dominique Anglade - The former leader of the Quebec Liberal Party, Anglade was recognized by the WEF’s YGL program.
Chrystia Freeland - In January 2019, while serving as Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Freeland was appointed to the WEF’s Board of Trustees.
Mark Carney - The former Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England has been a member of the WEF’s Foundation Board.
Kirstine Stewart - A media executive with a background at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and Twitter, Stewart has served as the Head of Shaping the Future of Media at the WEF.
Robert Greenhill - Former President of the Canadian International Development Agency, Greenhill joined the WEF in 2008 as Managing Director and Chief Business Officer.
Recently Klaus Shawab was on camera boasting about how many: business, politicians, media, governments, non-governmental organizations, religious leaders and, of course, scientists he has under his control at the WEF. Canadians need to realize as the old saying goes, “With friends like these who needs enemies.”
Finally, if this Agenda outlined here is not rejected by the masses here is what will follow:
• Universal Slavery Again, one step follows another.
• Restrictions
They have already begun here in Canada starting with social media so-called laws as mentioned above, Bill-C11, hate speech, 15-minute cities (which are well on the way), Digital Ids, AI surveillance, travel restrictions, UBI (aka Universal Basic Income), and programmable CBDCs. This means the loss of all financial freedom (aka a nocash society), a life that is compliance based and total government control.
Imagine a man who no one elected assuming world powers. If this is not delusional, someone please tell me what is. Ladies and gents Klaus Schwab. “What we have to confront is a deep systemic, and structural restructuring of our world, and this would take some time. The world would look differently after we have gone through this transition process.”
This is the man Canada’s present and future Prime Minister takes and will be taking orders from. Look at the candidates running for this country’s Prime Minister’s seat and look at their WEF connections outlined above in this article. Can anyone see where Canada is heading?
Speaking of Canada’s leadership, as if all this was not enough, recently, Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney has added the co-founder of a controversial lobbying group that advocates for increasing the Canadian population to 100 million by 2100 to his council of advisors on Canada - U.S. Relations in the person of Mark Wiseman.
This new council was established by none other than “Mr. reluctant to leave” Justin Trudeau himself. Trudeau’s reason for
doing so? To help craft Canada’s response to the U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation and tariff threats.
Does the Canadian government ever tell the truth to all those immigrants that they are allowing to come here? Or are these poor immigrants just left to their fate? The Century Initiative to the untrained eye looks genuine, but it is anything but. The globalists are moving fertile people out of their birthplaces and luring them to Western countries where they will face the obstacles outlined below.
• Career-focused lifestyles over family
• Birth control and abortion access
• High cost of living, making large families unaffordable
• Cultural shifts de-emphasizing traditional family structures
• It is population control disguised as a better life
This is another tool of destruction used by the globalists to usher in slavery. For the final time, readers please make time, while there is time, and read Agenda 21 and Agenda 30 of the WEF’s playbook. Canadians, is this what you want? If your answer is no then reject this with everything in you, at every turn. The people behind this evil satanic scheme are not playing, and neither should you!
Grant; thank you for leading the charge with this. This must be documented for future generations to have a glimpse of what it all looked like before Agenda 2030. Let’s pass this on to Simone Jennifer Smith; I know that she has something in store for you. Hopefully, you can handle it.
Part Three—Art Remains one of the last Unfiltered Voices of Defiance
“...All I wanna say is that they don’t really care about us
All I wanna say is that they don’t really care about us
Tell me what has become of my rights
Am I invisible ‘cause you ignore me?
Your proclamation promised me free liberty, now
I’m tired of bein’ the victim of shame They’re throwin’ me in a class with a bad name I can’t believe this is the land from which I came
You know I really do hate to say it
The government don’t wanna see But it Roosevelt was livin’, he wouldn’t let this be, no, no” Michael Jackson, released on April 16, 1996, as the fourth single from his ninth album, HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I (1995)
Who was “They,” and what did he mean when he said, “‘But if Roosevelt was livin’, he wouldn’t let this be, no, no.”
I am about to take readers on the last leg of this journey, and I am going to use a medium that many of us are attuned to. I want to thank Grant and Michael for bringing us to this point, and now, I am going to bring a little from the past into the future. What is going to happen if we
continue to act like nothing is going on. The writing is on the wall..
The song is known for its powerful and direct lyrics that criticize systemic oppression and societal indifference. Jackson’s aim was to bring attention to the pain and frustration experienced by those facing prejudice and inequality. I want to be very clear here; this is not a Black, White thing. No! This is a human thing. What we are about to face is going to affect ALL of us on a level that cannot be conceived. I bet you if we had told you 20 years ago that we would experience a pandemic so catastrophic that it literally shut down the world, you would have looked at us like we were crazy.
Actually, there were some readers who did just that; criticized us and called us conspiracy theorists when we were doing our best to warn you about what was to come, but I digress…
Art has long been a powerful vessel for: truth, resistance, and awakening, serving as both a mirror and a megaphone for the human condition. For generations, artists have woven messages of empowerment into their: lyrics, films, books, and artwork warning of political and global chaos, corruption, and the creeping grip of control. In an era of crisis acceleration and compliance conditioning, where: digital governance, economic resets, and AI-driven authority threaten individual freedoms, art remains one of the last unfiltered voices of defiance.
Art has the power to expose fullspectrum global control and social restructuring, challenging the systems that seek to silence dissent. Through: rhythm, poetry, and raw emotion, art refuses to be tamed—echoing the heartbeat of revolu-
tion and the pulse of a world on the brink. What I am going to do is share curations that speak to what is to come.
“But if Roosevelt was livin’, he wouldn’t let this be, no, no.” Michael Jackson; HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I (1995)
President Franklin D. Roosevelt, a champion of democracy and a relentless opponent of centralized tyranny, would have viewed today’s globalist agenda with profound concern and fierce resistance. A leader who navigated the Great Depression with the New Deal and waged war against fascism, FDR believed in economic security for the common man and a government accountable to its people— not to unelected international bodies.
He would have warned that the aforementioned: Agenda 21, Agenda 2030, the Paris Climate Agreement, and the WHO Pandemic Treaty, while cloaked in promises of sustainability and public health, could serve as mechanisms for eroding national sovereignty and imposing a top-down system of global control.
Roosevelt, who famously took on Wall Street and corporate monopolies, would have opposed financial restructuring schemes that consolidate power into elite institutions, recognizing the danger of a world where private banking cartels dictate national policies.
His commitment to American self-determination would have led him to criticize digital surveillance, ESG mandates, and AI-driven governance, which he would have seen as tools of compliance conditioning rather than genuine progress.
While Roosevelt was a firm believer in international cooperation—evident in his role in founding the United Nations—he would have rejected any system that strips citizens of their rights under the guise of “global governance.” He was criticized in his time for expanding federal power, yet he did so with a clear mandate to uplift the American worker, not to concentrate authority into unaccountable technocratic hands. Were he alive today, he would likely rally the people against the creeping influence of mass migration as a destabilization tactic, warning that engineered demographic shifts must not serve as a tool for global restructuring. Echoing his famous declaration—“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself”—he would remind us that manufactured crises are the playbook of those who seek to rule through fear rather than freedom.
“Til I’m laid to rest Always be depressed
There’s no life in the West I know the East is the best All the propaganda they spread Tongues will have to confess”
‘Til I’m Laid To Rest Buju Banton Til Shiloh 1995
It’s interesting, because Buju was already telling us that there was no life in the West. It takes me into The First Wave –Crisis Acceleration & Compliance Conditioning. “What are you talking about Simone?” Well, let’s take a look on the next page!
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The Pandemic as a Catalyst (2020-2021) We all most recently experienced a time when Governments worldwide imposed unprecedented lockdowns, mandates, and digital surveillance measures. WHO & UN promoted global cooperation while centralizing control over national health policies. This was when vaccine passports were introduced as the first mass-scale digital ID system; the beginning of our conditioning
The Government-imposed shutdowns caused: inflation, job losses, and dependence on financial relief packages. The World Economic Forum (WEF) began promoting “The Great Reset”, framing the crisis as an opportunity for systemic transformation. Mask and vaccine debates fueled societal divisions, at an unprecedented scale normalizing censorship and punitive measures for dissenters.
The pandemic was a segway into what is now the WEF & WHO Pandemic Treaty Developments. WHO proposed an international treaty granting it authority over future global health emergencies. This would mean that there will be a group of people, who will be making decisions when it comes to your health and wellness. That’s right! This unelected governing body would have control over how you navigate your personal health. Think about that.
Mass Migration & Population Displacement (2023-2024)
Canada has historically relied on immigration to address labour shortages (West Indian Domestic Scheme) and bolster its economy. However, the rapid increase in immigration, particularly of temporary residents, has put pressure on: housing, infrastructure, and social services.
There’s a growing concern among some Canadians about the impact of high immigration levels on housing affordability, the availability of social services, and the overall cost of living. Surveys indicate a rising number of Canadians who believe that immigration levels are too high, and there are concerns about integration and the impact on Canadian culture.
Late 2024, the Canadian government announced adjustments to its immigration levels plan for 2025-2027, aiming to reduce the number of permanent residents and manage the volume of temporary residents. The 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan is expected to result in a marginal population decline of 0.2% in both 2025 and 2026, before returning to a population growth of 0.8% in 2027. I am curious with an election around the corner if policies like this will change. If we follow the 2030 Agenda, it sure will.
Smart Cities & 15-Minute City Prototypes Emerge
We have seen urban transformation projects popping up all over Toronto (Concord CityPlace), and in other parts of the world (Paris, Shanghai, Oxford, Barcelona, Bogotá, Buenos Aires, Melbourne, Milan and Portland) that align with the push for centralized living.
This global proliferation of “smart cities” and 15-minute city prototypes, is driven by technological integration and localized service delivery, and presents a complex migration dynamic. These initiatives, often framed within the sustainable development goals of Agenda 2030, aim to optimize urban living. However, the common media consumer often misses the potential for: increased surveillance, data collection, and centralized control inherent in these systems, raising concerns about privacy and individual liberties.
The allure of enhanced convenience and efficiency could lead to internal migration towards these technologically advanced hubs, potentially exacerbating regional inequalities
and creating a two-tiered society. The focus on hyper-local living could inadvertently restrict movement and foster a sense of dependency on centralized systems, subtly eroding personal autonomy. This potential for increased social control, under the guise of sustainability and efficiency, poses a significant danger, especially if implemented without robust democratic oversight and safeguards
Let’s look at the concept of “climate lockdowns” (which are being talked about more and more) and 15-minute cities. Together, they share a potential for restricted movement under the guise of environmental sustainability.
While 15-minute cities aim to localize services, reducing the need for extensive travel, the fear arises that these systems could be repurposed for climate lockdowns, where movement is further restricted based on carbon emission targets (heavily weighted discussions on carbon taxing), or environmental emergencies.
It does raise serious ethical concerns about the balance between environmental protection and individual liberties, and the real possibility of these systems being used for social control beyond their stated purpose. The lack of open, transparent debate about these risks leaves the public vulnerable to potential abuses of power, something that unfortunately we continue to ignore.
I can see why Buju spoke of being, “Always depressed, there’s no life in the West.” There will be a lot of depressed people if Agenda 30 comes to fruition.
2025-2026: The Great Transition – Digital Governance, Economic Reset & AI Control
As we move through our timeline, you will begin to notice a rise in digital-only financial systems, tied to carbon footprint tracking and ESG compliance. Governments will impose restrictions on cash transactions, incentivizing CBDC adoption. It was interesting to watch COVID’s impact on the use of cash. Some of it was due to some people not wanting to handle physical money for fear of perhaps being exposed to the virus. Also, some stores were not accepting cash for health and safety reasons.
A 2021 Global Payments Report by Worldpay found that the use of cash for instore payments fell by half, or more in: Canada, the U.K., France, Norway, Sweden, and Australia. The report projected that by 2024, cash would account for less than 10 percent of instore payments in the U.S. and just 13 percent of payments worldwide. Over that same time period, the report projected digital wallet payments to account for more than a third (33 percent) of all in-store payments (16 percent in the U.S.). Think about how often you have cash. They have made it so easy to just “tap.”
AI-driven social credit systems are emerging at a rapid rate, integrating behavioral tracking and financial control. Governments deploy AI-powered surveillance in smart cities to monitor public behavior.
China has been at the forefront of implementing widespread surveillance. Cities like Shenzhen are known for their extensive use of facial recognition, and AI-powered surveillance for various purposes, including crime prevention and traffic management.
London has implemented AI-powered CCTV monitoring and facial recognition technology, particularly by the Metropolitan Police, for crime prevention. This has led to significant debates about privacy.
Singapore’s “Smart Nation” initiative incorporates AI surveillance across various sectors, including public spaces, traffic management, and environmental monitoring. They utilize camera networks with AI analysis for many civic functions.
You might as well also prepare yourself for: increased biometric monitoring, facial recognition, and digital ID enforcement. We have already witnessed widespread social media censorship, and Grant and Michael have both spoken about mainstream media being consolidated under fewer corporate entities. Soon you will be required to comply with: carbon allowances, tracked via digital ID systems. High-carbon lifestyle activities (e.g., travel, meat consumption, home heating) will be taxed, or restricted.
Nosedive: Black Mirror (2016)
I know we have some Netflix and chill read-
ers, and if you are, you might be familiar with “Nosedive,” the first episode of season three of Black Mirror. It was written by: Charlie Brooker, Michael Schur, and Rashida Jones, and was released on October 21, 2016.
In this particular episode of Black Mirror, AI is being used to create social credit systems. The ratings directly impact a person’s access to services and social mobility. The AIdriven systems that integrate behavioral tracking and financial control, potentially lead to a scenario where social standing is quantifiable and impactful. In “Nosedive,” while not explicitly surveillance-focused, the constant rating and sharing create a society where everyone is constantly observed and judged.
“Nosedive” suggests a society where access to resources and opportunities is dictated by social standing. In the episode, higher ratings grant access to: better housing, transportation, and services. We are being prepared for a similar system where compliance with carbon allowances and social norms determines access and freedom. There is an erosion of privacy as every interaction is public and rated, and the episode’s focus on social validation and conformity hints at a society where dissent is discouraged and a unified narrative is promoted.
2027-2030: The Final Lock-In – Full-Spectrum Global Control & Social Restructuring Global Governance Solidifies (2027-2028)
For my readers out there, I want to introduce two books to you that speak to what the end goal of these agendas are: “The Fourth Industrial Revolution” by Klaus Schwab, and the infamous “1984” by George Orwell
“The Fourth Industrial Revolution” by Klaus Schwab
While not dystopian fiction, Schwab’s book outlines the potential future shaped by technologies like AI, biotechnology, and digital currencies. It presents a vision of a radically altered global society, with some critics arguing that it can align with the concerns of economic and political control.
In the book, Schwab emphasizes the convergence of technologies like: AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things, which are central to the: digital ID, CBDC, and AI governance aspects of the 2030 timeline. He also discusses the growing role of global institutions and the need for international cooperation to manage the challenges and opportunities of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This directly aligns with the idea of strengthened global economic controls and the increased influence of organizations like the UN, WEF, and WHO.
Schwab highlights the increasing availability of data and the potential for its use in decision-making and governance, which relates to concerns about: biometric surveillance, AI-driven social credit systems, and the use of data to enforce compliance. The book acknowledges the potential for these technologies to be used for social control, although it generally presents them in a more optimistic light, focusing on their potential benefits.
While Schwab generally presents the Fourth Industrial Revolution as a positive force, he himself acknowledges the potential for negative consequences, such as: increased inequality, job displacement, and the erosion of privacy.
“1984” by George Orwell
A timeless classic that delves deep into the consequences of a totalitarian regime that uses: surveillance, mind control, and strict social control to govern every aspect of life. This is often referenced in discussions about: government overreach, digital surveillance, and personal freedom. George Orwell’s “1984” serves as a stark warning about the potential dangers of unchecked power and the erosion of individual liberties, themes that resonate strongly with the concerns raised by Agenda 2030. We will do a deep dive into aspects of the book that directly relate to Agenda 2030.
The “Ministry of Truth” in “1984” rewrites history and manipulates information to maintain control over the population, and warns against the potential for governments and global institutions to use propaganda and censorship to shape public opinion, and suppress dissent. In 2024, The Government of Canada introduced the Online Harms Bill C-63
to regulate and suppress “harmful speech.” The Bill requires social media companies to remove certain speech, and if not, they will incur substantial fines.
Parts of the Bill are important, particularly the offences dealing with child protection and non-consensual disclosure of intimate images. However, the remaining parts of the Bill creates a vast bureaucracy tasked with surveillance and censorship of all public online speech in Canada. This goes into the concept of “Newspeak” in “1984,” a language designed to limit thought and expression, highlighting the dangers of controlling language to control thought, which is relevant to concerns about how language might be used to frame and justify restrictive policies. Here we could easily introduce Bill C-18, Under the guise of supporting local news outlets in Canada, Bill C-18 aimed to censor all news outlets on social media platforms unless their companies offer compensation to Canadian news outlets for the news they provide. Neither Canadian news outlets, nor social media companies asked for such a structure; and yet, this kind of legislation had long been on the agenda for Canadian Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez.
George Orwell, was somehow able to predict that we would live in a society where individual liberties and privacy are completely extinguished, with no room for personal autonomy, or dissent. The concept of “Oligarchical Collectivism” in “1984” warns against the dangers of concentrated power in the hands of a ruling elite, which resonates with the concerns about global governance institutions and the potential for them to dictate national policies. The book warns of the dangers of large controlling entities that have the ability to change reality for their own benefit.
In essence, “1984” serves as a cautionary, and now recognized as futuristic tale about the potential for technology and centralized power to be used to create a totalitarian society, where individual liberties are sacrificed for the sake of control.
The Final Choice: Resistance or Compliance What do we have to look forward to if Agenda 2030 targets are achieved:
• There will be a complete removal of physical cash and full CBDC financial control.
• There will be global governance institutions fully operational with UN/WEF/WHO dictating national policies.
• There will be restricted private property ownership, with shared economy systems replacing individual ownership.
• An AI-enforced social credit system will be implemented worldwide, dictating financial and travel access.
• Biometric surveillance will be full scale, making personal anonymity nearly impossible.
• Population reduction incentives will accelerate, using climate and economic justifications.
We will have no autonomy. No control. I know. It is a lot, but this is information that you will not find on CBC, Global News, CityTV, or CP24. Is this what we want as a nation, as a people? I would take some time to digest all that you have read here. The unfolding of Agenda 2030 is not a distant possibility, but a present reality, meticulously documented and backed by key global institutions such as the UN, WEF, and WHO.
This convergence of financial, health, climate, and social control systems is giving rise to a new form of global governance, one that surpasses anything we have ever encountered. Yet, while the challenges ahead may seem insurmountable, they are not without solutions.
We must unite in resistance, fostering economic independence, building parallel financial systems, safeguarding privacy, and engaging in grassroots political action. The time to act is now. By understanding the clear trajectory of this agenda, we have the unique opportunity to craft strategies that can dismantle, or at least mitigate the emerging control grid.
The road to 2030 is being paved as we speak, but it is not too late to shape our own future. Let us stand together, informed, resolute, and determined to protect the freedoms that are rightfully ours.
Part Four—Election Promises, Global Agendas, and the Trap We’re Already In
BY GRANT BROWNING
How We Figured This Out
Well, there you have it. Michael and Simone laid it out beautifully. If you’re wondering how we came up with this schedule— simple. We reviewed the Paris Agreement (2015), the Net-Zero by 2050 law, UN Agenda 2030 (specifically SDG 13), and Canada’s $170-per-tonne Carbon Tax Plan.
But that’s not all. We dug through dozens of policies, regulations, climate strategies, emission reduction frameworks, and ESG compliance models—both domestic and international. Most of them already had the rollout schedule baked in.
Once you line them up—carbon pricing laws, international commitments, net-zero mandates, ESG enforcement policies, and green finance frameworks—and connect the dots with everything that’s been signed, passed, or pledged, the entire policy framework reveals itself. The plan becomes abundantly clear. And just in time, the next stage of the plan is falling into place—quietly, and right under our noses.
The Convenient Timing of a “Temporary” Prime Minister
Right on cue—now that the structure is in place—we suddenly have a temporary Prime Minister installed with deep ties to the World Economic Forum. Mark Carney held a prominent role at the WEF and has spent the last decade shaping global climate finance policy.
Chrystia Freeland, once our Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, has now been quietly shuffled into two strategic new roles: Minister of Transport and Minister of Internal Trade. She also remains a sitting member on the WEF’s Board of Trustees.
And wouldn’t you know it? An election was just called this past Sunday.
One of the Election Promises: Scrap the Consumer Carbon Tax It sounds good on paper. But the reality? They can’t. Not unless they’re willing to rip up multiple international agreements, destroy investor confidence, and endure massive trade penalties from global partners. Over the past nine years, the Trudeau Liberals legally locked Canada into carbon pricing and net-zero compliance. These are not just political preferences. These are international, legally binding commitments—and walking away comes with a cost.
Why We’re Stuck
Canada’s carbon trap is the result of several overlapping agreements and laws:
• The Paris Agreement (2015) committed us to carbon pricing as a foundational tool.
• The Net-Zero by 2050 law made emis-
sions reductions a legal obligation for future governments.
• UN Agenda 2030, specifically SDG 13, requires regular reporting and longterm compliance.
• And the $170-per-tonne Carbon Tax Plan, introduced by the Liberals, laid out pre-scheduled annual tax increases through 2030.
Unless a future Prime Minister—Carney or anyone else—withdraws Canada from these international frameworks, we’re stuck. And let’s be honest: Carney helped design the entire thing. He isn’t here to take it apart.
Carney’s Plan: Double Down, Not Back Down
Carney isn’t hiding his intentions. He’s already pushing to raise Canada’s corporate carbon tax from the current $65 per tonne to $160 per tonne—just enough to match the European Union’s shadow tax of $156. And that’s just the beginning. His long-term strategy is clear: implement separate corporate carbon taxation, push ESG compliance into every sector, and ensure that businesses toe the global climate line.
This isn’t about saving the environment. It’s about financial control. It’s about building a system where access to capital, investment, and growth is directly tied to political alignment with climate mandates.
The Carbon Tax Schedule: Locked In Here’s the official, publicly documented carbon tax schedule that has been quietly unfolding since 2019:
• 2019: $20/tonne
• 2020: $30/tonne
• 2021: $40/tonne
• 2022: $50/tonne
• 2023: $65/tonne
• 2024: $80/tonne
• 2025: $95/tonne (planned)
• 2026: $110/tonne (planned)
• 2027: $125/tonne (planned)
• 2028: $140/tonne (planned)
• 2029: $155/tonne (planned)
• 2030: $170/tonne (planned)
This is not an estimate. This is the roadmap. It’s embedded in federal policy and tied to Canada’s net-zero laws.
No Easy Exit
If a future Prime Minister were to try and repeal the carbon tax without replacing it with something even more restrictive, the backlash would be swift and punishing. International institutions like the UN and EU would attack Canada’s credibility. ESG-driven investment firms would blacklist Canadian industries. Trade deals would be threatened or canceled. Financial institutions would turn
off the taps.
In other words, without an exit strategy from the agreements themselves, Canada is cornered.
Who Is Mark Carney, Really?
Carney isn’t just another Liberal figure stepping into politics. He’s one of the top architects of the very trap we’re now in. His resume tells the story.
He was Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England. He’s held a leading position at the World Economic Forum. He was appointed UN Special Envoy for Climate Finance. And he’s one of the key figures behind the development of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) scoring for corporations and financial institutions.
He’s spent years pushing for higher global carbon taxes, strict compliance rules for businesses, and the integration of climate metrics into every financial decision made by governments, banks, and private companies.
He even wrote a book outlining how achieving “net zero” would prevent future forest fires and climate disasters. Yes, really. That’s the pitch.
The Pause That Isn’t
Much has been made of the Liberals’ socalled “pause” on the consumer carbon tax for home heating oil. But let’s be clear—this was never about relief. It was a calculated political move to soften criticism without changing the structure of the tax system.
The pause is temporary. It only applies to certain heating sources. Everything else—gas, groceries, electricity, shipping— is still fully taxed. And worst of all, they can bring the tax back at any time. It’s a PR stunt, not a policy shift.
Let’s Call It What It Is
This entire idea of taxing people into poverty to “fix the weather” is one of the biggest scams of our generation. It’s not about environmental stewardship—it’s about control. This is climate colonialism, plain and simple. It’s about consolidating power under the guise of science and progress. They’re not trying to save the planet. They’re trying to reshape society—from the top down—and use fear to keep the masses compliant.
Climate Change: Natural, Not New Earth’s climate has always changed. Ice ages, warming periods, and volcanic winters are all part of the planet’s natural cycles. CO₂ levels have fluctuated dramatically for millions of years—long before oil rigs or gas furnaces ever existed.
And here’s a fact you won’t hear in mainstream coverage: trees love carbon dioxide. It’s literally their food. The planet was actually greener during warmer periods
when CO₂ levels were higher.
What They’re Selling vs. What’s Really Happening
They want you to believe that paying more, owning less, and living in a 15-minute city is the answer. That giving up mobility, comfort, and independence is a noble sacrifice for the Earth.
But the truth is, this agenda shrinks the middle class while empowering those at the top. You pay the tax. Billionaires buy offsets. China keeps burning coal. And somehow—you’re the problem? It’s nothing but manipulation.
The War on Personal Mobility
Personal mobility is freedom. And freedom is the one thing this system doesn’t want you to have.
They’re making gas unaffordable. They’re banning internal combustion engines. They’re pushing electric vehicles that rely on child labour and lithium mining halfway around the world. And they’re moving toward digital IDs and carbon scores that could soon dictate whether you’re allowed to travel at all.
They’re not stopping fires. They’re not stopping storms. They’re stopping you.
Real Climate Action, Real Solutions
If this were actually about protecting the planet, we’d be doing things that work. We’d be funding rural fire departments. We’d be clearing deadwood and managing forests. We’d be bringing back Indigenous-controlled burns. We’d be investing in real prevention—not global carbon markets and green tech lobbyists.
But those ideas don’t line the pockets of global banks, ESG cronies, and climate czars like Carney.
Closing Out With A Final Word
This isn’t conspiracy. It’s policy. It’s published. It’s public. And it’s happening right now.
So here’s the challenge: go read it yourself. Fact-check everything. Use their own tools—AI, legal databases, international records. Start asking the right questions. Follow the money. Trace the connections. Because as long as these articles were, we’ve only scratched the surface.
The structure is set. The system is built. The tax hikes are scheduled. The control mechanisms are creeping in piece by piece. And now—right on schedule— comes an election.
So with this election coming up, watch carefully. Pay attention. Know the players. Because many of them are not on your side. They’re not on Team Canada.
Building the Future One Youth at a Time; RESQ celebrates their 24th anniversary
PAUL JUNOR paul@carib101.com
It was truly a great show of support as many: community members, civic leaders, government officials, police officers, judges, students, teachers and principals came out on Saturday, March 14th, 2025, to celebrate RESQ’s 24th anniversary. It was in 2001 that Reach Each Student Quickly (ResQ) Youth International Inc. was launched as a non-profit community organization. Since then, it has provided a wide range of culturally specific programs and age-appropriate services to youth in Peel and the wider community. The theme of the event was titled, “Building the Future One Youth at a Time.”
It was great to see the show of support for RESQ since it was launched as a result of the collective work of law enforc-
ers, crown attorneys, lawyers, educators, and community representatives. They have done a great job over the years providing intervention and support systems to youth who have gotten in trouble with the law by providing them viable and safe alternatives to incarceration and constructive routes to excel and thrive. Abigail Hamilton-founder who presently serves as the Executive Director along with the Honourable Justice Dr. Irving Andre (another co-founder) has helped RESQ to continue to be a beacon of hope for youth in the Peel region.
The mission of ResQ is to support our Black communities with tools and strategies that will positively impact families through social and economic innovation and programs. It offers a range of programs and services such as:
• Mental Health Support
• Conflict Management
• CyberStart
• Academic Support
• Digital Art
• Parent Empowerment Network
• Youth Engagement Partnership
These programs and services help RESQ
to fulfill its mission which is to: stimulate, engage and connect families to programs that are designed to teach practical methods and life skills. In addition, its mandate is to ensure that all youth receive the best quality through education, mentorship and experience.
The event was emceed by Moy Fung, who directed the anniversary programs, which featured greetings from: several community stakeholders, special guests and leaders.
Miss Candice Carter gave remarks on behalf of Mayor Patrick Brown. She spoke about Abigail’s unwavering love, dedication and passion for ResQ. She invited her to the front where she was given a special certificate by the City of Brampton.
Mayor Carolyn Parrish talks about the importance of this Malton Community Hub. She mentioned the work that went into the development of it and how it has become a showpiece of the Malton community as an important meeting place for youth.
Awards were handed out to youth participants and alumni of ResQ, as well as volunteers of ResQ Youth. There was an inspirational and motivational poem read by
Alisia Pinnock.
There was a message from Deepak Anand, MPP of Mississauga/Malton that he posted on Facebook after attending the event. “Congratulations, ResQ Youth International on reaching the incredible milestone of inspiring youth for 24 years. The commitment and dedication to ensuring youth have the resources they need to succeed is unmatchable. It was wonderful to witness the resilience of youth in #Mississauga Malton as they stand up for their future and advocate for positive change.”
The guest speaker for the 24th anniversary celebration was Hon. Justice Irving Andre. He was awarded the Black Diamond Legacy Award. He spoke about the challenges that he faced. He spoke about the change from Ryerson University to Toronto Metropolitan University, and he posed an important question, “Why is it that in this time of plenty, many are not making the most of their opportunities?” His empowering speech was inspirational. “The seed of success resonates within you.” He reminded the audience of how important: hard work, resilience, dedication, and determination is to ensure success.
We are in the final days of Eglinton construction; a bittersweet ending for all
BY ADRIAN REECE
TORONTO CARIBBEAN REPORTER
TTC begins scheduling employees to work on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT line on March 30th. Toronto has been enduring the construction across the city for this new light rail transit line for almost a decade.
As the commission gears up to staff the line, they will train and transition drivers from other modes of transit onto the LRT line to accommodate the need for service.
TTC schedules their routes on the basis of seniority, with the most experienced operators getting first choice
then the ability to ride the LRT across the city to commute to work is on the horizon.
With the LRT beginning operation, and manpower being reallocated to the light rail there will be less bus service on those particular routes, however more riders will be accommodated through the use of this new form of regular transit.
The light rail will operate during regular TTC operating hours, allowing riders to reach their destinations without changing their routines to and from work.
Commuters have been waiting for years for access to this new form of transit, however they have been anticipating the end of construction even more. Transforming Eglinton began in 2011, it has now been 14 long years. Many careers have come to an end during the course of building the LRT. People have retired after pouring most of their professional career on this one project, from beginning to end.
Now it is time for the city to enjoy this comfortable form of transportation across the city. From the looks of the line, it will travel both above and below ground, dipping under the streets where able and surfacing were necessary to maintain a smooth ride for passengers.
Training for this line would encompass the standard TTC requirement for a mode of transportation spanning between 25-30 business days, in which anyone attempting must maintain a minimum of 80% across all written and practical tests to be eligible to operate any form of transportation in this city.
This line will be given the same treatment and have the same requirements as other modes. Any bus drivers who transition to operating the LRT, will be able to maintain their CZ license that allows them to operate vehicles the size of the bus.
With the scheduling date firmly
situated, there is hope that we will finally have the line up and running, and that construction will end giving commuters and drivers a much-needed break from the delays and the bottlenecks that have plagued this major highway for more than a decade.
The TTC chair has stated that the crosstown will open no earlier than mid 2025. While we are waiting with bated breath, the training date adds validity to the statement, as there has never been a scheduling date for the line before this year.
We are in the final days of Eglinton construction and citizens are excited for multiple reasons, now that we are here the years of waiting will become a relief, or a frustration for commuters after this summer 2025.
What can be done for Cuba; a look into what is not being reported
steven@carib101.com TC COLUMNIST
needed to repair their: housing, automobiles and essential prospects of daily life. Jobs are scarce and working schedules are often uncertain, erratic and difficult to plan for. Medical needs are met with limited supplies. Schools lack all forms of essential products such as books, digital devices and paid teachers.
I have spoken to a young parent who fills me in on the happenings within Havana and beyond the capital. The charity donated by various empathetic nations are gobbled up by the nation’s corrupt administration, police and military. Everything can be taken for the sake of national security and emergency protocols. Anyone who complains in public or is courageous enough to put something into writing and attempt to publish are investigated, followed, threatened and often arrested or disappear. Families who have had fellow members disappear are shunned by the government and not allowed normal services. They rely upon the kindness and charity of neighbors and often tourists alike.
Cuban people continue to rally
and remain united against a failed system and the ignorance shown by the superpowers to their plight. Cuban culture is strong, yet forsaken by a government whose attention is reportedly centered upon security issues, and squirreling away any foreign currency they can steal, sending it to offshore banks for their future needs.
My friend has two children living outside of the capital. They go forging in the local jungles for food they cannot find in their grocery stores. Basic medicine for the young is often non-existent. The government has reportedly taken charitable donations from: Canada, the EU and private organizations and sold them to other nations. The entire population of Havana and outside districts experience brownouts (no electricity) on a daily basis. What food they have is eaten immediately before it goes bad, so the youth appear to be well nourished, even obese while their parents go without. Cigarettes and alcohol flow as a substitute for good adult nourishment. A generation of this population will suffer all forms of illness as Cuban leaders
realize their time has come.
A popular uprising may surely happen and will be supported by the new American administration of Donald Trump. People will suffer and die. The very soul of Cuba rests upon events elsewhere in the world, where: conflict, uncertainty, and uncontrolled capital make the rules. China has made efforts to introduce itself in Havana, and reportedly, is attempting to control and manage the Havana Harbor.
Traditional targets of the Castro Regime such as: artists, musicians, labour leaders, protestors and intellectuals continue to be rounded up. The Roman and Christian Church are reportedly targeting as well as brutalizing religion just as they do in Nicaragua and El Salvador. The people may not have food to put onto their table, no soap to wash themselves, but the police and army have up to date weapons and bullets galore.
There simply is too much going on in the world, and Cuba and other smaller nations will be ignored and forced to wait their turn in the financial merry-go-round of global charity and super power politics.
NEWS & VIEWS
The choices made by those around us have a powerful impact on our well-being
W.
GIFFORDJONES MD
DIANA GIFFORD-JONES
TC
HEALTH COLUMNIST
Helen Keller knew it better than most. She said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
Good health is often viewed as a personal responsibility, but what if we told you that your friends and family may be the key to success? Science shows that the people closest to us shape our daily habits in ways we may not even notice. In fact, a study from the New England Journal of Medicine found that obesity spreads within social circles—if your close friends gain weight, your own risk of gaining weight
increases by 57%! The same holds true for: smoking, exercise, and even happiness. Like it or not, the choices made by those around us have a powerful impact on our well-being.
This influence can work both ways. If you’re surrounded by unhealthy habits, it’s harder to make better choices, but if you create an environment where friends and family prioritize well-being, good health becomes the natural way of life. It’s why people living in the world’s longest-lived regions—such as Okinawa, Japan, and Sardinia, Italy—thrive. These communities emphasize: strong social bonds, shared meals, and active lifestyles. Their success isn’t just about diet; it’s about the benefits of togetherness.
The Framingham Heart Study, spanning over 70 years, has revealed that habits like: exercise, diet, and even optimism are contagious. When one person in a social group begins a healthier lifestyle, others are more likely to follow. This means that committing to health as a fam -
ily, or with friends isn’t just a nice idea—it’s backed by science.
Consider the simple act of cooking at home. A 2017 study in Public Health Nutrition found that people who cook at home consume fewer processed foods and more essential nutrients. What’s more, when you prepare meals with your family, it’s easier to reinforce healthier choices.
The same goes for exercise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week, but sticking to it can be a challenge. A University of Aberdeen study found that having an exercise partner significantly boosts motivation and consistency. Whether it’s walking the dog, joining a yoga class, or signing up for a charity run, a partner makes all the difference.
Beyond diet and exercise, preventive healthcare is another area where support matters. Encouraging family members to: schedule regular check-ups, monitor blood pressure, and take proactive steps
against disease can add years to their lives. A study in The Lancet confirms that social support plays a crucial role in preventing heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions. Knowledge, after all, is power, and one of the simplest ways to help loved ones stay informed is by sharing reputable health resources.
Taking charge of your health doesn’t have to be a solitary, uphill battle. A 2020 study in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine found that families who set health goals together—whether it’s: eating more vegetables, cutting sugar, or taking evening walks—almost double their success rate. So, why not do exactly this? Invite a friend for a morning walk, team up within the family to replace processed snacks with whole foods or send this article to someone who could use a little motivation. A healthier life is easier to achieve when you have support. A simple way to keep yourself and your loved ones informed is to sign up for our newsletter at www.docgiff.com.
Teachers Unions expresses concerns about removal of equity focused ministries from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Cabinet
paul@carib101.com
There has been much fanfare and excitement since Mark Carney was elected as the leader of the federal liberal party. He won a unanimous victory with approximately 89% of the votes that were cast. The announcement of members of his cabinet was a surprise to many when two of the important ministries were removed from the cabinet. The two ministries were: Minister for Women and Gender Equality,
eration of Ontario (ETFO) issued a press release on Friday, March 14th. In its statement, it calls on the Federal Government to maintain and expand its important work on equity. ETFO is particularly concerned about the message that is being conveyed regarding the removal of these two important ministers from the new cabinet.
The press release states, “While we have seen progress toward equality over the years, that progress is not linear and there are still many positions where men are overrepresented. Institutional change requires continued investment and commitment, and the removal of such important portfolios is concerning and indicates an unwise change of direction for Canada.”
ETFO believes that the timing is wrong as the elimination of these ministers coincide with a time when many marginalized and equity-seeking and deserving groups are feeling vulnerable given the changing political realities in America,
from their family. Scientific studies proved that these students improved in learning functions if they were within a group of active students, seen as a part of what many call a normal school day. This placed both a challenge and pressure upon the teaching sector and the education portfolio. Where would they find teachers that could handle the challenges of teaching both groups of students while not making one more privileged than the other?
Students that are autistic, handicapped, socially and mentally challenged face both financial and unintended prejudice daily. Not enough specially trained teachers, funds, or time to learn. The parents and guardians of these children, students and even adults often face psychological and financial challenges that can often break them psychologically, and financially into bankruptcy and social ruin. What can all involved really do? They’re efforts are controlled and manipulated by high costs, and societal chal-
and its possible implications in Canada. The press release notes, “With the levels of discrimination and equality rights in the United States and globally, Canada must support and promote the rights of women and all equity seeking groups.”
The press release singles out Canada as a leader in social justice and human rights and mentions that this may not portend well in the future. It elaborates, “The removal of cabinet positions responsible for addressing issues of inequality, represents an erasure in particular, those whose intersectional identities encounter oppression in multiple ways.”
The press release concludes, “For Prime Minister Carney to set these posts aside and build a cabinet that removes the equity work that needs to be done with a national concerted effort is shameful and must be remedied at the earliest opportunity. When the most vulnerable among our society thrive, Canada thrives.”
The Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation released a statement
along with women’s rights advocates and community allies in response to the removal of the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth. The statement reads, “The removal of this cabinet position is not just a symbolic loss; it has realworld implications for millions of women and gender-diverse people and workers in Canada who rely on the government to protect their rights and advance their interests. Furthermore, Canada’s commitment to women’s rights, equality, and full participation in society depends on this department’s sustained funding, policy making and accountability measures.” OSSTF mentions that potentially by sidestepping these critical issues it could lead to lack of attention to them. The statement concludes, “It is unacceptable that the new Prime Minister has eliminated the position of Minister for Women and Gender Equality. This regressive step undermines decades of progress toward gender equality and political representation in Canada.”
lenges. Special students may need to be in special schools taught and cared for by professionals talented not just in teaching, but also in nursing, psychology and social work, but many in society point to the bad old days when “special people” were sent to institutions. The stigma of such institutions is still felt today.
An idea that can help everyone involved. Let’s bring into the mix the insurance sector, a sector that will always be looking for a new way to make profits for itself while assisting its clients.
When a child is born, each parent is required to join and pay for an insurance plan, a plan that would be initiated once the child’s mental and physical abilities develop at home, or school. If a child has developmental difficulties that require financial investment such as: healthcare equipment at home (or school), or a special education professional is needed, it would be supplied through the partnership of insurance firms and the education
department.
Financial needs can be met by the investments of the insurance firm, which would not limit a child’s progress due to lacking teachers, equipment or funds. Teaching assistants, special integrated education programs can be developed quickly by and through the partnership of those involved. Families would not need to rely strictly upon the limited investments of governments, or out of their own financial pockets. Finger pointing would then be limited, not commonplace. Establish the insurance coverage privately, not as a part of the OHIP Plan. Private insurance will be forced to be competitive, while public coverage could balloon financially over time. Government assistance to those unable to afford payments could be offered. Opening this form of insurance up to international insurance providers may be a life changer.
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Are you interested in a natural remedy to fight high blood pressure
gevity? NEO40, a nitric oxide supplement, may be the right option.
Discovering the nitric oxide molecule came as a surprise to researchers. For 100 years it was well known that nitroglycerine was a powerful explosive. It had been used in warfare and for many other purposes. Doctors also knew that patients who were suffering from angina could have chest pain quickly eased by using nitroglycerine, but they had no idea what was in nitroglycerine to cause coronary arteries to expand and bring blood full of oxygen to hearts crying out for help.
disease. Left untreated, chronic high blood pressure damages the arteries causing a chemical and inflammatory reaction that kills a North American every 37 seconds.
NO offers many other advantages. It makes platelets, small particles in the blood, less likely to stick together forming a fatal blood clot and coronary death. It also increases good cholesterol, lowers bad cholesterol and triglycerides, and prevents bone destruction from osteoclasts.
and that it could be helpful in treating inflamed airways. A Dutch study found that NO can calm nerves in tightened airways and relax muscles.
Sir William Osler was a wise old owl in explaining medical matters. He was a professor of medicine at: McGill University in Montreal, John Hopkins University in Baltimore, and finally at Oxford University in England. He told students, “We are all as old as our arteries and it’s lucky to have good rubber in them.” If you’re lucky you’ll have soft flexible ones that expand with each heartbeat, but you’re unlucky if you have rigid ones that cause hypertension, one of the big killers. Are you interested in a natural remedy to fight high blood pressure, decrease the risk of stroke, and extend lon-
Researchers discovered that it’s the miracle molecule, nitric oxide (NO), which in nanoseconds sends messages to coronary arteries and other cells. NEO40 is nitric oxide in tablet form.
Early in life, the body produces large amounts of NO in the innermost lining of blood vessels, but as we age it’s not surprising that the supply gradually decreases. This results in narrowing of arteries, the onset of hypertension, and the medical complications associated with this
Fortunately, it helps to control the worldwide pandemic of diabetes that is killing millions of people. Too much sugar gradually destroys the circulatory system and fifty percent of diabetic patients die of a heart attack. The other medical complications of diabetes such as: blindness, kidney failure and amputation of often both legs are also increasing in North America.
Millions are also suffering from respiratory problems, as all of us are living in a world with extensive air pollution. Researchers at Hammersmith Hospital in London, England found that NO helps to maintain a biochemical balance in air passages
There are also millions of North Americans who suffer from debilitating diseases like arthritis. Researchers at the University of Colorado report that NO increases the blood supply to nerves and eases joint inflammation; This can be of great help to those suffering from the pain of osteoarthritis.
Today, more people are travelling to places like Mexico City, or to ski resorts at high altitudes, like Aspen, Colorado. They’re both over 7,000 feet above sea level, where oxygen is more limited, and shortness of breath can be a serious problem. Be prepared for such visits by taking NEO40 in your baggage.
NEO40 is a lozenge that contains L-citrulline, an amino acid derived from protein, vitamin C, beet root, and hawthorn, a potent combination that produces nitric acid.
You ever smell something so rich, so smoky, so mouth-watering that your whole body just kinda pauses? That’s jerk pork. If you’ve ever had it cooked the proper way—low, slow, over a charcoal fire—you know exactly what I’m talking about. This isn’t just another BBQ recipe. Jamaican jerk pork is one of those dishes that tells a story. One you can taste.
And that story starts long before food trucks and backyard cookouts. It goes back centuries, deep into the hills of Jamaica, where survival and flavour became one.
The Maroons & the Birth of Jerk To understand jerk, you’ve gotta start with the Maroons. These were enslaved Africans who escaped from the plantations and disappeared into Jamaica’s dense mountain terrain. They weren’t just hiding—they were building communities, living off the land, and resisting colonial rule in every way they could.
Now, they had to get creative. They needed ways to preserve meat without refrigeration and cook without giving away their location. Open flames and smoke? That would’ve exposed them. So they developed this ingenious method: marinate the meat in wild local herbs and spices, then slow-cook it over pimento wood in pits dug into the ground. The result? Meat that was smoky, spicy, preserved—and damn near impossible to trace by scent. That, right there, was the beginning of jerk.
Even the name “jerk” is thought to come from the Spanish word “charqui”—which means dried or jerked meat. Over time, it stuck.
More Than a Recipe—It’s a Technique One thing that makes jerk unique is that it’s not just a flavour—it’s a technique. To jerk something means to slow-cook it over smoke while marinated in a fiery, herbaceous paste. Pork was one of the original proteins, but nowadays you’ll find jerk chicken, jerk fish, even jerk tofu for the plant-based crowd.
Back in the day, it was all about the fire pits and pimento wood. That wood isn’t just for show—it comes from
From Resistance to the Grill: The Fiery Legacy of Jamaican Jerk
the allspice tree, and it gives jerk that signature smoky sweetness. Toss in the heat of Scotch bonnet peppers, the depth of garlic, the earthiness of thyme, and the brightness of scallion and lime... you’ve got magic.
Street Food to Global Fame
Fast forward a few centuries, and jerk has evolved from resistance food to street food staple. Walk through any Jamaican town and you’ll find a roadside jerk shack with smoke pouring out of a steel drum converted into a BBQ. Music’s playing, someone’s shouting about how their jerk is the best, and the smell alone will stop you in your tracks.
But jerk isn’t stuck in the past. You’ll find upscale restaurants putting their spin on it, mixing it into fusion cuisine, or turning it into sauces and marinades you can buy off the shelf. But nothing—and I mean nothing—beats the real thing, cooked over open flame, with love and patience.
The Marinade: Where the Magic Happens
Here’s where jerk pork sets itself apart from your usual grilled meat—the marinade. This isn’t some light brush of seasoning; this is an overnight (or longer) deep soak in flavour.
The Essentials:
• Scotch bonnet peppers – Bring the fire. Don’t substitute with habaneros unless you’re desperate. Scotch bonnets have a unique, fruity heat.
• Allspice (pimento) – Ground or whole, this is non-negotiable. Warm, sweet, and spicy all at once.
• Fresh thyme – Adds a herbal, earthy note.
• Garlic & ginger – Bold and aromatic.
• Scallions – Don’t skip these. They’re a key part of the flavour foundation.
• Brown sugar – Helps balance the heat and gives the meat a nice char.
• Cinnamon, nutmeg, clove – Just a hint of each gives that warm, background complexity.
• Lime juice or vinegar – Cuts through the richness and tenderizes
Pork
meat.
• Soy sauce (optional) – Some folks add it for a little umami depth.
Grind that all into a paste, rub it into the pork, and let it sit. The longer, the better. At least 12 hours, but 24 is ideal.
Cooking It Right
Traditionally, jerk pork is cooked over an open flame on a grill made from green wood and pimento branches. But let’s be real—not everyone has access to that. Here’s how you can make it work, wherever you are:
On the Grill (Best Option):
Set up a charcoal grill for indirect heat. Add some soaked pimento or allspice wood if you’ve got it (applewood or hickory can work in a pinch). Place the pork on the cooler side of the grill and let it cook slow and low—anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the cut.
In the Oven:
Bake at 325°F (160°C) in a covered roasting pan until tender. Then, finish under the broiler or on a grill pan to char it up.
In a Smoker:
Even better than the oven if you’ve got one. Keep it low and slow, and let that smoke work its magic.
The Recipe:
Authentic Jamaican Jerk Pork Ingredients:
• 3 to 4 lbs pork shoulder or pork belly, skin scored
• 4 Scotch bonnet peppers, seeds removed (adjust for heat)
• 6 scallions
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp ground allspice
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped
• Juice of 2 limes (or 2 tbsp vinegar)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions:
1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a food processor and blend into a thick paste.
2. Rub the marinade all over the pork, making sure to get into the cuts and crevices.
3. Place pork in a dish or sealed bag, cover, and marinate in the fridge for at least 12 hours.
4. Preheat your grill or oven. Remove pork from marinade and bring to room temperature.
5. Grill or roast low and slow until tender and cooked through (internal temp should hit 190°F / 88°C for fallapart texture).
6. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Optional: Make a glaze from leftover marinade (boil it first!) with a bit of brown sugar and lime juice for drizzling.
How to Serve It
The traditional plate? Rice and peas, fried plantain, festival (sweet fried dumplings), and a cold Red Stripe. But don’t be afraid to get creative—jerk pork makes an amazing taco, sandwich, or even pizza topping if you’re wild like that. You can chop it fine for jerk pork sliders, stack it in a bowl with slaw and roasted sweet potatoes, or pair it with grilled pineapple for that sweet-spicy balance.
Final Thoughts
Jerk pork isn’t just a meal—it’s a slice of Jamaican history, cooked over coals and passed down through generations. It came from necessity, from resistance, from ingenuity—and it turned into one of the world’s most celebrated street foods.
If you’ve never made it yourself, now’s the time. Roll up your sleeves, fire up the grill, and let the smoke tell the story. Just be warned: once you taste the real deal, you’ll never settle for basic BBQ again.
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How well do you really know yourself; Let’s do a deep dive
STEVEN KASZAB
steven@carib101.com
we are all part of the same family, trying to survive and excel in what we do each day. What we: say, think, do and explain happens to be important to us, and after all, we expect a little respect from our fellow citizens, neighbours and friends. Respect, a powerful word. Dr. Seuss says, “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” If only the inhabitants of the world had respect for their fellow neighbours. Yet we keep trying to improve our world, trying to save others, assist and inform people in need.
I have found that there is too much stress out there taking hold of our brothers and sisters, transforming them into crazed individuals acting in ways they would normally not do. Road rage, violence unaccounted for, physical expressions of mistrust, hatred even shown in the ways some of us react during our daily experience.
Stress is something I know from past and present experiences, as a tool of negativity. All forms of communication, creativity and goodness are set aside when
stress and even fear arrive. A stressed-out individual will often become fearful of his lack of control, and lash out, or perhaps let the stress incubate within them for a while only to explode in some way later on in the day. Psychologists tell us normal human beings try to ascertain some form of control in their lives. Sometimes there simply is no control available, and we get lost in our stressed-out fearful lives.
We simply have too much to worry about, and with all the: media bites, social media intakes and conversations with others to help overburden you, there is no wonder people try to escape, often using unsavoury methods. Addiction, alcoholism, porn, gaming and other sources of forget me not’s invite you into a forum of make belief where you can feel comfortable and carefree. Such things can and do swallow up individuals trapping them in non-realities. We want to be living in reality folks, in a place that is touchable, open to our senses and agreeable with our motivations and needs.
Perhaps we can find solace alone in a place of silence, escaping the world for a while allowing us to experience the sound of silence where our thoughts can be found and expressed to ourselves. Selfacknowledgement is essential just as selfunderstanding presents to us what we truly are, think and hope for each day. Simon and Garfunkel sang a song about self-realization called “The Sound Of Silence.” In it was the expression “Hello darkness, my old friend, I have come to you again. Because a vision softly creeping left its seeds while I was sleeping, and the vision that was planted in my brain still remains.” Everything that happens to us remains in our memory and stored minds. Understanding these events and how they affect us will allow us to better deal with daily challenges and those moments when we are away from society’s demands upon us.
There is no better way to be uniquely original than knowing who, what and why we are. A challenge to you all.
Canada went from Trudeau the Clown to Carney the Schemer; This can’t be good
BY HERBERT HILDEBRANDT POLITICAL PARLEY
Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has finally resigned and left government after a long goodbye. After over nine years of: scandals, economic blunders, public tears, and national identity erosion, the man who played with our country’s future recklessly, has left the stage. For many, it will be a moment of relief, but here’s the real problem: Trudeau’s often foolish incompetence was bad, but Mark Carney’s competence will be much worse.
Trudeau was a master of optics, not outcomes. He sold Canadians on an image that was: young, progressive, and inclusive. Sunny days were here, he told us in 2015. What we got instead was a leader more interested in selfies and virtue signaling than actual governance. He seemingly rode his father’s name into office and then spent nearly a decade apologizing for Canada’s past while doing his best to wreck its future.
The results? We have all experienced more results than we care to remember. Runaway inflation, losing major economic ground to the USA on GDP, suffocating carbon taxes, a housing crisis that made homeownership a pipe dream for our children, and a national debt ballooning at a rate that will have us spending a
plurality of our taxpayer funds on interest payments in short order. His foreign policy was a joke as China walked all over us, the relationship with the USA soured, and our military was left to rust while he pranced around the world as a self-proclaimed climate saviour.
For all his flaws, Trudeau’s biggest limitation was his own intellectual shallowness. His damage to Canada was significant, but it was often more the result of stupidity than grand strategy. He was the man who walked into the ring swinging blindly, throwing wild punches, and occasionally landing one. His incompetence acted as a buffer as he was rarely organized enough to see a national initiative through to completion. We generally ended up with a haphazard mess of pending legislation, cabinet orders, and propaganda tours. Damage for sure, but relatively little was accomplished that cannot be undone with good, moral leadership in Ottawa, if we act quickly and decisively.
Enter Mark Carney – the Laurentian elite’s golden boy who has the persona of the successful banker who just wants to be acknowledged as your benevolent uncle when you get in a tight spot and need a little cash. Unlike Trudeau, Carney is not dumb. He’s calculated, disciplined, and very well connected. A former Governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of
England, Carney is a technocrat who knows how to pull the right levers of power and how to do it without raising a public ruckus. That’s partly why he’s far more dangerous than Justin Trudeau, or Chrystia Freeland, for that matter. In fact, he spent the last nine years advising and pushing for many of Trudeau’s most damaging economic moves. He has graduated from pulling the puppet strings to being the new puppet on the block since we all got tired of the old one. See how this goes?
Carney’s rise to power signals the next phase of Canada’s decline, but this time it won’t be accidental, it will be deliberate, if left unchecked. He isn’t going to bumble his way through a national identity crisis; he’s going to design it with calculated precision. His track record is clear: he’s a committed disciple of globalist economics, a WEF darling, and bent on the destruction of national identity in any form beyond empty flag waving and platitudes. The same man who once championed the idea of a world without borders is now in charge of a country in desperate need to reclaim its own.
The first signs are already here. One of his first moves? Strengthening economic ties with Europe while downplaying our reliance on the USA. Sounds good in theory until you realize it means Canada will be further tied into bureaucratic, green
shift policies that drive up energy costs and suffocate industries by design. Carney doesn’t just believe in the carbon tax; he sees it as a foundational pillar of the economy and a non-negotiable aspect of his ideology. Say goodbye to Trudeau’s consumer carbon tax? Sure, in name only, but say hello to an even more insidious version baked directly into corporate regulations and financial controls, with far greater permanent impact.
The difference between Trudeau and Carney isn’t just intelligence - it’s intent. Trudeau’s damage was reckless; Carney’s will be methodical and thorough. We’re moving from a government run by clownish incompetence to one run by a laser focused technocrat who believes he knows what’s best for you far better than you do. What should be particularly alarming to Canadians is that he has the connections, the discipline, and the intelligence to make it happen very quickly.
Say what you will about Trudeau, but his lack of profound intelligence and life experience as a drama teacher made him predictable, even beatable. Carney? He’s playing a longer game, and if Canadians aren’t careful, they’re about to find out just how dangerous a smart leader with devious and evil intentions can be.
The power of hope and connection can restore our mental wellness
BY GEORGE SHEPPARD
As a young boy growing up, the change of seasons was met with excitement. Excited for winter too? Yes, indeed! Ice forming on the pond was the beginning of an endless game where we became our hockey heroes. Our winter wonderland was just that, a world of: runny noses, wet mittens, frozen toes, skates and sleds. However, we too became tired of winter’s woes eventually.
Spring meant snowsuits could be put away and bicycles and baseball gloves pulled out of storage. We had not mastered the concept of gradual transition at that point. The odd short-lived snowfall, and even below freezing temperatures for a night, were a not-so-subtle reminder that things take time. As kids, our sense of time was constantly evolving; usually time was measured in units known as ‘sleeps’. Even
if winter insisted on a lingering goodbye, we had hope that warm (well, at least cool) days were upon us. We had hope. Life is not always fair, nor are its challenges and lessons easily resolved. Along the way, unexpected circumstances surface, and we forget to have fun like the kids in winter. We become consumed by events that can easily steal our joy, even becoming unrecognizable to ourselves, and to others. “What happened to you?”
“You’ve changed.” These are familiar refrains we may hear as part of our “new normal.”
Having our energies drained and self-doubt arise can come from: grief and sadness at the loss of a loved one, a miscarriage of justice, the cycle of abuse, often leading to depression and PTSD. In short, our mental wellness needs attention to repair the hurt. Trying to resolve any sort of
traumatic event on our own is ill advised. Putting on a mask to hide our pain only leads to pent up emotions and frustrations that are likely to be expressed in unfavourable ways. Denying ourselves the tools to effective coping and care, denies those who share our lives of our best selves.
In childhood, we bonded with our friends and knew our true essence. We lived from moment to moment with joyful reckless abandon. Then, circumstances saw us withdraw, bottle things up, lose hope. Trying to claw our way back is never easy. While some persevere to reclaim a life they can enjoy, others do not. Judgement, and feelings of inadequacy, can block any path to healing. However, the power of connection remains a road to success. Our journey “back” may begin with an activity we have not done in a long time, connecting with someone we have not seen
in a while; something that reconnects us with ourselves. When the fires of familiarity burn, we often respond. Dark periods do not fade from memory. Rather, healing is about being able to reveal your scars. When you find “your people”, those who respect you as the person you have become, the hope of moving forward can become a reality. We may read and research endlessly and gain knowledge on any subject, yet we may not understand our true selves any better. Allowing yourself to connect, to smile back when someone smiles at you, to laugh at a ridiculous story, and recall the sound of skates cutting the ice as your toes start to numb. Let’s be kind to ourselves. We have hope.
Five ways to craft the perfect elevator pitch, a relic of a bygone era
I was at an art exhibit during African History Month, and the audience was given some time to ask the artists questions. As the questions came in, I noted that they were centered around the creative process (what gave the artist inspiration), and I decided to put up my hand, “If you were asked to pitch yourself as an artist, what would your elevator pitch be?”
I listened as each artist stumbled through the question, some with much clearer ideas than others. I thought about how as a creative, our focus is usually on creating; it is about doing what we love, but what many of us creatives neglect to do is mind our business. When I say, “Mind your business,” I mean take the time to build a structure around your creativity so that you can monetize it.
The elevator pitch; a relic of a bygone era
The “elevator pitch” – a concise and compelling summary of your busi-
ness idea, or value proposition – might sound like a relic of a bygone era (who even takes elevators anymore?), but in reality, this brief window of opportunity is more crucial than ever. In today’s fast-paced world, capturing attention quickly is paramount, and the elevator pitch provides the perfect platform to do just that.
Think of it this way: you’re at a networking event, a conference, or even just waiting for the coffee to brew. You encounter someone interesting, and you have a fleeting moment to make an impression. That’s your elevator pitch in action. It’s about showcasing your unique value proposition in a way that’s both memorable and intriguing.
Why is it so powerful?
Crafting a concise and impactful pitch forces you to crystallize your business idea. This process builds confidence in your own vision and allows you to articulate it with clarity and conviction. When you can present what you do well, it can pique the interest of: potential investors, clients, or collaborators. It can open doors to new opportunities and partnerships.
In a world of short attention spans, you need a concise pitch that respects people’s time and allows them to quickly grasp your value proposition and trust me when I say that
mastering your elevator pitch hones your communication skills, teaching you to be: persuasive, concise, and impactful. These are invaluable skills that will translate to all areas of your life and business.
Crafting the perfect pitch: A psychological approach
Know your audience: Tailor your pitch to your specific audience. What are their pain points? What are their interests? What are their priorities?
Highlight your unique selling proposition (USP): What makes your business, or service stand out from the competition? What problem do you solve in a unique way?
Focus on benefits, not features: Instead of listing the features of your product or service, emphasize the benefits it provides to your customers. How does it make their lives easier, better, or more successful?
Use storytelling: Humans are wired for stories. Involve your audience by weaving a compelling narrative around your business idea.
End with a call to action: What do you want your audience to do after hearing your pitch? Visit your website? Schedule a meeting? Connect on LinkedIn?
Hear 2 Help: My elevator pitch “Hear 2 Help empowers organizations, particularly those within the African Caribbean community, to communicate with impact. We provide comprehensive writing and communication solutions, including copywriting, content creation, website development, and professional bio writing. We also offer valuable psycho-educational workshops and one-on-one tutoring to enhance communication skills and foster a deeper understanding of language. By partnering with Hear 2 Help, you’ll elevate your brand, strengthen your message, and achieve your communication goals.”
I want you to remember; your elevator pitch is a living document. Continuously refine it based on your audience and the specific context. Practice delivering it with enthusiasm and confidence, and most importantly, remember to listen attentively to the feedback you receive.
By mastering the art of the elevator pitch, you’ll unlock a powerful tool for building relationships, attracting clients, and achieving your business goals. So, get out there, practice your pitch, and watch your business soar! Let me know how it goes.
Seven things you must start doing to live a life of impact and relevance
DANIEL COLE
daniel@carib101.com
Our life doesn’t improve by default; it gets better by design. To live a life of impact and relevance, you have to be intentional. Below are seven principles that will set your life on the right path for: impact, rel-
Start embracing your worth and values Stop underestimating yourself; you’ve earned your stripes, wear them with confidence and pride. Embrace what makes you unique instead of trying to fit in with the crowd. Embrace the path you’ve chosen even if the journey seems lonely. Take responsibility and ownership for the life you choose to lead. Stand tall, stop down-
playing your: strength, skills, and potential.
Learn to say no
You can’t be everything to everyone. If you’re not in a position to help someone, don’t force it. Committing to things you don’t want to do just to please other people is toxic. Stop. This is something most people learn too late in life. It’s unhealthy and wrong to compromise what truly matters to you to make others happy. Say no to opportunities and commitments that compromise your values and integrity. Say no to treating yourselves as a second fiddle.
Stay focused and be consistent
Consistency is the building block for trust; people trust what is consistent. In business, trust is a social capital, and it is earned through consistency. Consistency is the key to great: success, achievement, respect, and happiness. The current outcomes of your life have much to do with what you’ve been focusing on. Focus on things that matter and stay consistent.
Build a strong, resourceful, and profitable relationship
We don’t always rise to the level of our skills and intelligence; we rise to the level of our network and relationships. You’ve probably heard the saying, “If you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together.” Sometimes, the only thing wrong with your dream is you are trying to do it alone. If the going gets tough, seek collaboration, or partnership. In the words of Alexander Graham Bell, “Great discoveries and improvements invariably involve the cooperation of many minds.” Wrong association is more powerful than a strong will. Your life is largely shaped by the relationships you keep. You need relationships that align with your purpose, values, and goals.
Always seek to add value
Life is not always about your: needs, goals and dreams. Be a contributor to something that moves society and humanity forward. Give more than you take. Your greatest dreams are often achieved in your service to other people. Albert Einstein has rightly said, “Try not to become a
person of success; try to become a person of value.” Adding value is all about solving problems. Life’s greatest rewards are bound to solving problems and helping others.
Teach what you’ve learned through life Volunteer to mentor and coach those coming after you. Teach the lessons you’ve learnt through life; start a podcast, write a blog. Don’t waste your pain and the lessons that come with it; teach the lessons and share the journey. One of the easiest ways of living a legacy is to write a book; even when you are long gone, the world will still read about you. Don’t let someone else repeat your mistakes and struggles; write about them.
Take inventory of life every ninety days Don’t go through life on autopilot; take time out every three months for a selfinventory or audit. What is working and what is not working? Where do you need to adjust, and what do you need to stop or start doing differently? An unexamined life is not worth living. Live thoughtfully and live intentionally.
Eighteen-year-old stylist charged with assault; What we can learn from the situation
SYDNEE WALCOTT
sydnee@carib101.com
VARIETY CORNER
The news of a hairstylist attacking a client has garnered mixed reactions, and there are two valuable lessons people can learn from the situation.
Jayla Cunningham, an 18-yearold stylist based in Maryland, posted a now-viral video of herself dragging a 15-year-old, whose identity remains concealed, across the floor of her salon for allegedly attempting to avoid paying for a $150 service - which included a half uphalf down hair installation.
In the footage obtained by Fox 5 DC, Cunningham can be seen dragging the client by her hood, tossing her to the ground and cutting the style out of
her hair while screaming: “I’m not f**king playing. You just tried to f**king run. You lucky I ain’t beat the s**t out you.”
The 15-year-old’s mother, who said the stylist’s behaviour was absurd, explained that the brother of the teen accidentally sent the payment to the wrong CashApp account instead of the stylists.
Cunningham told Fox 5 DC she wouldn’t have received the payment if it wasn’t for her forceful actions. “She ran without paying me. I dragged her by her hood into the salon until I could get paid or until the police came, or until she let me take out the service,” said Cunningham.
It was later on revealed the teenager did attempt to pay the stylist through other methods before making her way to the door.
The incident occurred on March 2nd, 2025, and it was announced Cunningham is being charged with seconddegree assault six days after the altercation. It’s not clear if Cunningham has legal representation, but she said she has a witness who will back up her claims.
The family of the 15-year-old
hired a Jackson and Associates attorney to represent the teenager. Attorney D’Aja Thompson said the altercation was “horrendous” and told PEOPLE in a statement her client is suffering from physical and psychological injuries over a mistake.
The situation caused a divide on the internet with some siding with the teen and others siding with Cunningham. In my opinion, both were wrong.
Service theft is wrong, and Cunningham had the right to be upset, but how she chose to handle the situation was wrong. Resorting to physical violence is never the answer unless it’s self-defense, and in this case, what Cunningham did is not an act of self-defense. There were better ways in how Cunningham could have handled the situation. Getting physical with someone is often not worth it, because now, Cunningham is facing an assault charge.
The 15-year-old girl was also wrong in the situation. Accidents happen, but it’s not the stylist’s fault the money was sent to the wrong account, and when she attempted to leave without the ser-
vice being paid for, it left the stylist under the impression that the teenager was attempting to commit an act of service theft.
With service theft being on the rise lately, it’s no wonder why some hair stylists and nail technicians require a deposit fee. While some have mixed feelings about deposit fees and about service providers asking for clients to pay the entire price upfront, service theft just reminds us why these paying systems are in effect. Services take time, and we need to respect a service provider’s time instead of making them think: “I could’ve provided service to someone who understands how valuable someone’s time is.”
As mentioned earlier, lessons can be learned from both sides of the situation. The first lesson should be for people to keep their hands to themselves, unless it’s self-defense, because in the end, it’s not worth facing legal consequences and garnering a bad reputation. The second lesson is to respect service providers, their time and understand stealing is wrong.
Keep your eye on the prize and build your own damn economy!
BY GRANT BROWNING DRIVEN TO SUCCEED
Let’s cut the crap: this world isn’t set up to save you. The rules are constantly changing, systems are crumbling, and a lot of folks are waiting for someone else to hand them their next move. But here’s the truth — if you’re serious about making something real, something lasting, then you’ve got to build your own damn economy. Not just your business. Not just your hustle. Your economy — the life system you rely on. Your mindset. Your habits. Your relationships. Your goals. Your energy. It all counts. It all adds up.
And to do that?
You’ve gotta stay focused. Now more than ever, distractions are
everywhere. It’s easy to get caught up watching what everyone else is doing — scrolling through success stories while sitting on your own untapped potential. But the prize isn’t out there in someone else’s lane. It’s in yours. If you want to build something that actually stands — a business, a legacy, a sense of purpose — you’ve got to lock in and own your lane.
Let other people call this mess “the new normal.” I don’t buy that. It’s the temporary chaos, not the final chapter. Real leaders, real creators, don’t base their future on what’s trending. They use the storm to sharpen their skills, build stronger foundations, and get better at navigating whatever comes next.
Some days you’ll crush it. Other days it’ll feel like the wheels are falling off. That’s part of it. But either way, you show
up. You push forward. And when things don’t go your way, don’t spend time making excuses. Learn, adjust, and move. The most successful people I know aren’t the most talented — they’re the most willing. Willing to be uncomfortable. Willing to keep going. Willing to outlast the noise.
If you’ve gotta take a job to float your dreams right now, do it with intention. Work for the skillset. Work for the discipline. Work for the mentorship. There’s no shame in surviving strategically. Just don’t lose sight of the bigger picture. And tell your story while you’re at it. People don’t connect with perfect. They connect with real. Your late nights, your wrong turns, your early wins — that’s what makes you relatable. People buy from people, and the more real you are, the stronger your foundation becomes.
Most important—avoid excusitis:
• Be driven. Be focused. Make no excuses.
• Go to work to prosper, not just to pass time.
• Read. Learn. Grow.
• Be hungry — even if you’re already full.
• And above all, stay locked in.
Because the world will always try to pull you in a thousand directions. But if you keep your eye on the prize, put in the work no one else wants to do, and commit to building your own economy brick by brick — nothing can stop you.
Has Canada’s green rush really been that green? The environmental impact of Canada’s cannabis industry
sean@carib101.com
It’s a fact that agriculture has an environmental impact, and reducing this impact is critical to maintaining environmental sustainability. However, cannabis is getting a lot of attention because of the general lack of systemic principles and policies towards sustainable cannabis cultivation. Areas of concern consist of but are not limited to: high water demand and pollution, high energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and production packaging waste. Steps toward achieving the goal of being environmentally sustainable include increased outdoor regenerative farming, more rigorous inspection of production facilities and a shift from toxic to organic production methods.
Cannabis is a water-intensive crop. Although daily water use varies depending on certain growth elements, some studies have shown that the water demand for cannabis is more than that of commodity crops such as: rice, wheat, corn and soybean. While most Canadian grow operations are done indoors to ensure yearround inventories, they are not immune from creating water pollution. Cannabis cultivation is known to deteriorate water quality. Fertilizers and applied pesticides runoff or leach into water systems, adding contaminants into the groundwater, surface water and soil. All this not only poses a significant risk to the water environment, but it may also threaten human, crop and animal health, as well as food chains.
Indoor cannabis production has a massive carbon footprint. Some research estimates that one average kilogram of final cannabis product is associated with 4,600 kilograms of carbon-dioxide emissions to the atmosphere. Outdoor cannabis grows enjoy some natural light and air, but
things are different indoors. Growers don’t have natural sunlight and have to rely on equipment that mimics the natural conditions outdoors. Indoor grow lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning all require a lot of electricity, putting a bigger strain on energy sources compared to outdoor cultivation. For example, growers constantly need to bring fresh air into grow rooms. The outside air needs to be treated so that it’s at the right temperature and humidity to promote crop growth and development. All this energy consumption leads to a massive amount of greenhouse gas emissions pushing our planet towards global warming.
Even after cultivation, concerns about wasteful cannabis packaging haunt the industry. Bulky and excessive packages in the name of public safety are barely effective and almost completely unnecessary. Due to strict regulations from Health Canada, all production materials must meet near medical standard qualifications which restricts using recyclable or recycled materials. While the days of receiving your weed in small plastic dime bags or wrapped in a piece of tin foil are gone, it almost seems those methods were more ecologically friendly. Some hope lies with environmentally conscious dispensaries who have self-initiated un-mandated practices of recycling programs within their stores.
Canada’s embrace of the corporate cannabis model, wherein the biggest players are rewarded for predatory practices and out-competing smaller businesses, restricts production to profit-driven business interests still incapable of producing quality, eco-safe cannabis at scale. Licensed producers chasing profits fought and flouted regulations to satisfy investors lured by the promise of a green rush, fueled by hype and optics, as stock valuations soared. Business friendly regulations that allow for cutting corners to ensure higher profits have created an atmosphere that rewards the mass production of cannabis not particularly safe for the environment.
A commitment to the production of clean cannabis requires engagement with stakeholders with the knowledge and experience to move beyond mere compliance to sustainable production. Working towards more sustainable cannabis cultivation begins with embracing more sustainable cultivation practices. Elements such as crop consistency, steady revenue and protection of the environment drive sustainability hence the challenge is to make cultivation as environmentally sustainable as possible while maintaining crop quality, profitability and operation success.
US-Canada Trade Squabble: The hidden economic storm is brewing
The ongoing trade spat between the USA and Canada has captured the media. Would Ontario’s Premier, Doug Ford, cut off electricity to the U.S.? Could Donald Trump seriously consider annexing Canada? While these headlines spark entertaining debates, they may also serve as a smokescreen for more profound economic challenges brewing beneath.
This tariff war is a warning: brace yourself for financial turbulence. Rising living costs, inflation spikes, and mounting debt make it increasingly difficult for families to afford necessities. In December and January, inflation surged, prompting temporary relief measures like the HST break, but these band-aid solutions won’t prevent the storm.
A mortgage crisis is unfolding, and it’s hitting homeowners hard. Despite recent interest rate cuts, many borrowers have seen their mortgage payments soar. During the pandemic, fixed-payment variable-rate mortgages were popular. However, as borrowing costs climb, some homeowners are experiencing negative amortization, where their outstanding mortgage balance increases because their monthly payments don’t cover the interest. Those who locked in low mortgage rates during the pandemic are now
forced to renew at significantly higher rates—ones they cannot afford. Selling might seem like an escape, but for those who bought during the housing boom, their mortgage often exceeds their home’s current market value. Selling at a loss means covering the shortfall out of pocket, which many homeowners can’t do. With higher monthly costs and little to no equity, some may walk away, leaving lenders to pick up the pieces.
Meanwhile, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has plenty of newly constructed condos—many are: tiny, overpriced, and failing to attract buyers. An oversupply coupled with weak demand drives down prices, affecting homeowners hoping to sell and ascend the property ladder.
Canada’s national debt is soaring, the dollar is weakening, and the only realistic response is higher taxes for everyone. Cybercrime is rising, insurance costs are climbing, and job prospects are dim. The cost of living isn’t just increasing—it’s racing ahead, leaving many Canadians struggling to keep up.
The tariff back-and-forth will persist, and if we get too caught up in the spectacle, we’ll lose track of the bigger picture. Hidden opportunities lie beyond the clouds of uncertainty. It’s time to pick up the financial telescope and start looking ahead. Interest rates will likely drop further to stimulate the market, making now a prime time to plan. If you’re mortgage-free, consider leveraging your home equity to invest in an income-generating property. You can double your financial worth in ten years. It is a buyer’s market, and you can strike a hard bargain with the seller.
If your mortgage is up for renewal,
a variable-rate mortgage might be wise, allowing you to lock in when rates become favourable. If your mortgage matures in a few years, explore negotiating a blended rate—partly at your current lower rate and the remainder at today’s market rate—to ease the transition.
The market suffered from tariff tensions, but savvy investors seized the opportunity to scoop up undervalued stocks. To build financial security, maximize your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), and First-Time Home Buyers Savings Account. Credit card debt can be a financial nightmare. Consider consolidating it into your mortgage if you own a home and struggle
with high-interest debt. Adding a secondary suite to your home can create a valuable income stream. Not only does this help pay down your mortgage faster, but it also offers an affordable housing option for adult children saving for a home.
Challenging times lie ahead. Inflation is set to rise, and tariffs will serve as the convenient scapegoat. What’s the best way to weather the storm? Spend wisely, save diligently, and invest thoughtfully. The rules of the financial landscape are evolving, but you can emerge triumphant with the right mindset and a proactive strategy. Don’t focus on the storm—navigate through it. The future belongs to those who plan.
YOUR HOROSCOPE
for the week of March 23 to March 29, 2025
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: SAGITTARIUS, VIRGO, AND SCORPIO
ARIES: You’ve been pushing hard lately, and honestly, it shows. This week, slow it down. Take a moment to breathe and reassess the direction you’re charging in. Not everything needs to be a battle.
TAURUS: You’ve got ideas simmering, but the timing hasn’t felt right. That’s about to change. A quiet opening appears this week—small, but real. Step into it, even if your voice shakes.
GEMINI: You’re juggling ten things while thinking about twenty more. This week, try not to drop yourself in the process. People love your energy, but you don’t need to be “on” all the time.
CANCER: This week brings a weird mix of nostalgia and new possibilities. Something or someone from the past might pop up. Before you react, ask yourself: is this growth… or just familiar chaos?
LEO: Your confidence is magnetic right now—but keep it grounded. There’s a difference between being bold and being reckless. Let your fire warm the room, not burn the bridge.
VIRGO: You’re overthinking again (surprise). This week, trust that you’ve already done enough prep. Life’s not a math test—you’re allowed to go with your gut sometimes. Especially now.
LIBRA: A balancing act is wearing you out. You can’t keep everyone happy, and deep down you know it. This week, choose peace—even if it means disappointing someone else.
SCORPIO: People are reading your silence wrong. You’ve been quiet, sure, but not because you’re unsure. When the time comes to speak this week, do it with your full chest.
SAGITTARIUS: You’re itching for a change of scenery, and the universe hears you. You might not be able to pack your bags just yet, but mentally? Start planning. Something’s shifting.
CAPRICORN: You’re usually the one others lean on. This week, allow yourself a moment to lean, too. Let someone show up for you—you don’t always have to carry the weight alone.
AQUARIUS: You’re tuned into things others aren’t noticing, and it’s giving you an edge. Use that insight wisely. This week, your weird idea might just be the best one in the room.
PISCES: Your intuition is on fire right now, but emotions are running high too. Find a healthy outlet—a creative project, a deep conversation, even a solo walk. You’ll be glad you did.
CROSSWORDS
Healthy resorts
Lingerie item
Pays up
Was sick
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