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[Linus]

Originally Posted by Softhearted

"A new safety approach aimed at getting airlines to police themselves could endanger passengers, particularly those flying with smaller airlines, aviation experts warn.

In 2005, Transport Canada began changing over to a system that critics say essentially leaves airlines to regulate themselves, instead of primarily relying on federal inspectors to oversee airplane safety as they had before.

The federal department says the new approach, called safety management systems (SMS), makes flying safer, but critics disagree."

rest of the article at: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/...m-flights.html

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Maybe I'm cynical, but can we totally trust private big corporations policing themselves?

No. The US did this in the 80s (I think that's when it was) and there was a flurry of accidents. There are still questionable incidents today and a lot of questionable practises (I mean, I've heard of flights using duct tape to keep certain parts together -- I know it's strong but.. ).

I really do think this is a bad idea. I know Harper is keen on impressing the likes of Limbaugh, Palin, etc. but I don't think he should do it risking Canadian lives.

[Linus]

http://www.cbc.ca/news/yourcommunity...y-at-work.html

Are you shitting me? This isn't just about raising money for veterans; it's about remembering those that never made it back...

[EnderD_503]

Originally Posted by Linus

http://www.cbc.ca/news/yourcommunity...y-at-work.html

Are you shitting me? This isn't just about raising money for veterans; it's about remembering those that never made it back...

Wow...this is the biggest piece of bullshit I've read in a while. Banning poppies? This isn't about "supporting a cause." If anything, Western societies need to be reminded more and more about what should have been learned following the first and second world wars.

[Cin]

Occupy Toronto Protesters Quit Queen's Park Site

Occupy Toronto protesters who set up camp at Queen's Park on the weekend have removed their tents, reportedly after being told they were breaking the law.

Some protesters had moved to the park outside the Ontario legislature to bring their cause closer to provincial politicians. Protester John Erg said Occupy Toronto had become so popular, it had outgrown its space at St. James Park downtown.

But the new campsite was short-lived after protesters were told the land was provincial property and they couldn't camp on it, police said. The posters left Saturday night.

The majority of protesters had stayed at James Park but said they planned to discuss whether they should relocate.

Businesses in the area have complained about the makeshift village, and Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has said it was time for the protesters to "move on."

Occupy Toronto: Anonymous Threatens Cyber Attack If City Attempts To Evict Protesters

[betenoire]

Hey M Tick, that video is gone. So sad! I would have liked to have seen it.

In other Canadian News: I freaking LOVE my new Kobo Vox! Now, I have never owned a tablet or Ipad or smartphone or anything like that, so I don't have any sort of standard to measure it against...but the picture is amazing (as good as my actual computer monitor) and it browses pretty fast.

I'm so sold.

I'm also really excited to note that the device will pay for itself. I just paid 12.99 for a new release ebook that would have cost me 35.99 if I had bought a physical copy. Considering how quickly I go through books, this is going to be an amazing investment.

Also: Buy Canadian.

[Cin]

hopefully this will work.

[EnderD_503]

^When I read that on the subway yesterday I seriously lol'ed to myself Considering the stupid shit Ford has said in public, I'd love to see them reveal his personal emails to the public. We might just have the very first mayor to get booted out of office before the end of his term. I'm not sure if people around here could hate him anymore these days.

Once again... o/ Anon