Monthly Archives: May 2010

Wind power decision leaves many unanswered questions

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Owen Roberts

Ontario’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Arlene King, says wind turbines are not a health problem. Some people living within the vicinity of the machines have reported dizziness, headaches and sleep disturbance. The complaints prompted King to conduct a … Continue reading →

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Perfect storm hits Ontario’s farm sector

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Owen Roberts

The optimism that normally surrounds planting season is mired in a troubling forecast about Ontario farm income. As farmers put their 2010 crops in the ground, Ottawa is predicting they could lose as much as $500 million when they harvest … Continue reading →

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Horses unite rural and urban interests

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Owen Roberts

In this week’s Urban Cowboy column, I write about Ontario’s growing interest in horses, and the equine expo that’s been developed to serve the market. Early next month, all eyes in the equine community will fall on the University of … Continue reading →

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