
Current Issues
Stay aware of current issues along with actions you can take to be a part of the changes you would like to see in Regina, Saskatchewan, and from sea to shining sea.
Federal Finance Committee Recommends Stripping Charitable Status from Religious Organizations
Christians should be concerned with the proposal to revoke charitable status from religious organizations. Not only would it affect our personal tax receipts, but more importantly it reflects a lack of awareness of and respect for the work of the church and other religious charities.
Wayne’s Word - Israel/Gaza/Hamas
"The two-state idea has been proposed as a solution to the problems between Israel and Gaza. This, of course, is not possible until all Arab countries recognize Israel’s right to exist. In fact, Gaza and the West Bank are attempts at the two-state solution. Both continue to fail because these two “countries” refuse to recognize Israel’s right to exist. There is a very recent development – West Bank leaders are negotiating with Israel with a view to no longer recognizing Hamas as its ruler and recognizing Israel’s right to exist. Wouldn’t that be something?"
EYRE: ‘Lawfare’: How a weaponized Charter of Rights is preventing governments from governing
"To understand how politicized Canada’s courts have become, one must understand that judges once viewed their role not as policymakers, but interpreters of laws and the Constitution. “
STIRLING: The climate report the mainstream media thought you shouldn't see
'A major U.S. climate science review undercuts doomsday narratives — but the press, climate investors, and Canadian policymakers aren’t interested in a real debate.'
Wayne’s Word - Purposeful Aging
Look at life through a windshield, not a rear-view mirror. Continue to grow, learn and give. Be relevant and curious. Incorporate the 3C’s – choice, curiosity, and courage into your worldview and lifestyle.
April Hutchinson speaks to packed house about protecting women’s sports from men
Hutchison began her speech by discussing her personal journey, including childhood sexual abuse that started at five years old by her neighbour, her struggles with identity, alcoholism, and a suicide attempt in 2018.
April Hutchinson matches strong body and convictions to champion females in sport
"[Her] outspokenness prompted a two-year suspension by the CPU, reduced to one year on appeal. But Hutchinson’s actions were not in vain..
Wayne’s Word
Clifford Sifton, Federal Liberal Interior Minister under Laurier in 1905...said, 'We desire, in fact every patriotic Canadian desires, that the great trade of the Prairies shall go to enrich our own people of the east, to build up our factories and our workshops of eastern Canada, and contribute in every legitimate way to its prosperity.
Nigel Biggar: Residential schools were no 'atrocity.' Just look at the evidence
There is...no firm evidence that Indigenous kids died in the schools in excessive numbers from culpable negligence. And there is no evidence at all of mass murder.
Why Western Votes Do Impact Federal Elections
"Population growth and electoral realignment means that in the upcoming 2025 election, the West will have a greater percentage of total ridings than ever. The West has 108 of the nation’s 343 ridings, composing 31.5 percent of the total.”
Regina Public Schools sham consultation betrays parents, calls them ‘caregivers’
As a mother of six, with four children in Regina Public Schools, I’ve always believed schools should defer to parents when it comes to making decisions on behalf of our kids.
School Washroom and Change Room Accessibility
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Education has directed each school division to develop, consult on and implement an administrative procedure (AP) regarding accessible use of washroom and change rooms. The Regina Public School Board has drafted AP #354 and is seeking feedback from students in Grades 9 – 12, Parents, and Staff.
Wayne’s Word
"[W]e, in the west, need to restore or recreate a good and thriving culture based on religious and moral principles if we are to restore political systems which have become too invasive" - Wayne
Canadian Children With No Legal Protection
Will a new government have the courage to support vulnerable women who feel abortion is their only option? Will it continue to allow taxpayer-funded abortions at any stage of pregnancy? Or will it once again dismiss the plight of pre-born children as a political liability?
We Have Been Subverted
A closed society is immune to subversion because it simply tells potential subverters to leave. Free and open societies cannot rely on this defense.
Regina Public School Board Social Justice Mission
Since 2020, there has been a lot of committee work within the Regina Public School Board aimed at promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, gender equality, racial equity, and other goals related to social justice.
Regina Public School Board Mental Health Strategy
A Mental Health strategy can be truly beneficial, especially since students often face mental health challenges that can arise during school assessments. Having a policy in place to guide teachers can be a great support. However, it’s crucial that any mental health policy is thoughtfully constructed and specifically focused, rather than being used to promote other agendas.
Regina Public School Board Budget Priorities
To grasp the priorities of an organization, it's essential to take a look at how they allocate their funds. There's a classic saying in journalism: "follow the money." This rings true because an organization's priorities are often revealed by where they spend their money as well as how they invest their time, energy, and resources. By examining the Regina Public School Board Budget for 2023-2024, we can gain insight into how the school board is directing its resources, which will shed light on its priorities.