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@ISIDEWITH submitted…2hrs2H

Ontario MPP Pushes for Paid Holiday on Truth and Reconciliation Day

Ontario's only First Nation representative, Sol Mamakwa, is advocating for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to be recognized as a paid provincial holiday. Mamakwa plans to introduce legislation in his Indigenous language to ensure that all Ontarians have the day off to reflect and learn…

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@9V8PY4Nfrom Ontario answered…43mins43m

Should the government subsidize the building of 1.4 million new homes over the next four years?

If the homes are decent sized that could de decently priced then sure. We shouldn't be building mansions by any means with the housing crisis going on.

@9V8PY4Nfrom Ontario answered…43mins43m

Do you support the death penalty? The death penalty or capital punishment is the punishment by death for a crime. Currently 58 countries worldwide allow the dea…

Only for the most horrific crimes. I personally think living the rest of your life in jail is much more of a suitable punishment then the death penalty.

@8DMGDPNfrom British Columbia commented…2hrs2H

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Ontario MPP Pushes for Paid Holiday on Truth and Reconciliation Day

This is a crucial step towards genuine reconciliation, giving people the time to reflect and learn about the injustices faced by Indigenous communities.

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@9V8PY4Nfrom Ontario answered…43mins43m

Should low income international students be provided with a free education?

I personally think that education should be free regardless. But, I feel it would be unfair to provide them with free education while we're, for example, going…

@9V8PY4Nfrom Ontario answered…43mins43m

Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?

Either, transfer them to a more under crowded prison or once again, look at the crime they commited and the time they've already served. I feel for some crimes…

@9V8PY4Nfrom Ontario answered…43mins43m

Should prisoners serving life sentences for first degree murder be eligible for a parole hearing after 15 years?

I feel that it is dependent on the reason for the murder. Some people commit terrible crimes to get out of terrible situations and I think that that is somethin…

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?

How would you feel if someone close to you wanted to join the military and serve in a combat role?

I would talk to them and let them know what to expect and if they were really passionate about joining the military, I would let them join it.

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?

In your opinion, does the current debate about transgender athletes reflect deeper societal values around fairness and equality?

If you're transgender, you can't just switch to the oppostie side, you need to be the original gender side you're on because that is truly your gender.

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?

How has a personal challenge or struggle changed your perspective on seeking help or support?

I have never had Mental Health but if I did I would just try and breathe and talk to someone and stay off my phone.

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?

Do you think increasing funding for shelters will truly help, or will it lead to other challenges?

It could help to get better supplies and help homeless people more.

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should the government raise taxes on the rich?

Can you imagine a future where taxes have minimized social inequality? What does it look like?

Nothing would be expensive and everyone would have a home and be happy.

@9V8NVJ4from Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

If a friend expressed fear of going to a protest because of heavily armed police, what advice would you give them?

I would go with my friend and bring friends to help him and make him feel less fearful.

@9V8NDFDfrom Ontario answered…1hr1H

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

If a friend expressed fear of going to a protest because of heavily armed police, what advice would you give them?

Advice them that we can collabrate with each to slove this.

@9V8H9PJfrom Ontario answered…6hrs6H

Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?

Do you think increasing funding for shelters will truly help, or will it lead to other challenges?

yes increasing funds and also fewer rules in shelters so it does feel like a jail

@9V8GSR6from British Columbia answered…8hrs8H

Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?

If a friend expressed fear of going to a protest because of heavily armed police, what advice would you give them?

I would say they are fully justified in their fear. If they still want to go to the protest, I'd go with them and perhaps bring a group with me.

@9V8GSR6from British Columbia answered…8hrs8H

Should the government raise taxes on the rich?

Can you imagine a future where taxes have minimized social inequality? What does it look like?

Where the wealthy are taxed the way they should be, taking the load off of working class citizens.

@9V8GSR6from British Columbia answered…8hrs8H

Should the government increase funding for homeless shelters and services?

Do you think increasing funding for shelters will truly help, or will it lead to other challenges?

Challenges will arise in any new project undertaken. This does not mean we just stop trying to make change.

@9V8GSR6from British Columbia answered…8hrs8H

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete against athletes that differ from their assigned sex at birth?

In your opinion, does the current debate about transgender athletes reflect deeper societal values around fairness and equality?

It reflects false ideas about the way transitioning works.

@ISIDEWITH linked…2hrs2H

Ontario MPP Pushes for Paid Holiday on Truth and Reconciliation Day

Truth and Reconciliation day should be paid provincial holiday: Ontario MPP

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Ontario MPP Pushes for Paid Holiday on Truth and Reconciliation Day

Ontario NDP's Sol Mamakwa wants provincial holiday for truth and reconciliation day

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Ontario MPP Pushes for Paid Holiday on Truth and Reconciliation Day

MPP wants paid Ontario holiday for Truth and Reconciliation day

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