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“I am a Canadian, free to speak without fear, free to worship in my own way, free to stand for what I think right, free to oppose what I believe wrong, or free to choose those who shall govern my country. This heritage of freedom I pledge to uphold for myself and all mankind.” ~~ John G. Diefenbaker

New research shows the problem of health misinformation in Canada is growing (Cdn Medical Assoc.)

More Canadians are encountering health misinformation, according to a new survey, and the trend is having direct consequences on health outcomes. The 2025 Health and Media Tracking Survey Opens in a new window , commissioned by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and delivered by Abacus Data, asked respondents to spot misinformation among several health-related statements. It found that 43% of Canadians are highly susceptible to believing misinformation, while another 35% are moderately susceptible ... CLICK HERE for the full story

WHAT'S CHANGED from a government Minister stating legislation would be guided by 'solid scientific evidence'?

At the age of 18, without parental consent, what legal rights do individuals in British Columbians have?   JANE PHILPOT: " I am proud to stand up for our drug policy that is informed by solid scientific evidence and uses a lens of public health to maximize education and minimize harm " Well it's pretty minimal ... basically you have the right to vote in a Municipal, Provincial, or Federal general election. HOWEVER ... without parental consent ... you must wait until the age of 19 for the following rights as an individual: - to get married - to get a drivers license - to join the Armed Forces - to purchase alcoholic beverages - and to purchase tobacco products As many are aware, this week,   the federal government announced it will be making it legal to purchase Pot (cannabis) by July1st of next year; the wheels are fully engaged to have that happen by that date.   So then, at what age has the Justin Trudeau Liberal governm...

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