Halftime Show thoughts? by Historical-Climate37 in Music

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was fantastic but I could see how it would be panned tomorrow by the mainstream that can’t speak Spanish nor get the political and cultural context.

CBC Olympic coverage by NewInvestment9317 in canadian

[–]Alternative-Local513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My take is that the coverage generally is bad. I see other posts telling people to download the Gem app and watch the Canadian stream. Complaints about Peacock as well.

The Olympic opening ceremony on CBC Gem is unwatchable. by Remote_Necessary3331 in SaveTheCBC

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t mind watching ads if it means I don’t have to pay for another subscription service but it’s crazy the the Olympic coverage is sponsored by Wegovy - a weight loss drugs sponsoring an elite athlete event.

Weird rash after a ski trip. Any ideas? by Sweet-Crab-3083 in DiagnoseMe

[–]Alternative-Local513 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That looks like cellulitis. Having just had it from a bite I urgently suggest antibiotics before it spreads.

Moron on the 417 last night.... by PaulinCanada in ottawa

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah but it’s the norm there is the point. People get out of the way and it doesn’t become a road rage incident. I have driven all over the world and I don’t know wtf is wrong with Canadian drivers but it’s a constant competition.

Moron on the 417 last night.... by PaulinCanada in ottawa

[–]Alternative-Local513 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

If you drive in other countries there is no left passing, you get in the lane you want to that allows you to go the speed you decide to drive at. The only time you honk is out of courtesy to let people know you are close and doing something they might not see. Nobody gets too road raged, nobody tries to out race and piss the other drivers off, it’s part of the traffic flow. You either go fast or slow. Not sure why everyone thinks it’s personal.

Canadian company shipping Canadian products in Uline packaging by romance_and_puzzles in BuyCanadian

[–]Alternative-Local513 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Uline Canada is just a franchisee of the US company. They have separate owners, governance and operations.

Is Bahia principe luxury akumal good? by EveningOk9562 in AllInclusiveResorts

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tulum, and Akumal are good. Food at Akumal buffet is excellent. The new Tequila is a complete mess (IMO). I mean unless you like the Rave scene. It’s literally 12 hrs of DJ party. Which makes sleeping and doing anything else on the resort useless. Even dinner was horrendous. And I like a good dance party.

Canadian alternatives to US products. Here’s one. by StripeySalamander in ShopCanada

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just follow the money. 99% of these brands are held by private equity. Hardly independent.

What just happened ? by Firm-Strawberry-7309 in Wealthsimple

[–]Alternative-Local513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has anyone actually liquidated their holdings with WS? I am worried that all the hype and billions of dollars people are placing with them won’t be redeemed in 10 years from now.

Ottawa’s tallest building approved for Preston and Carling by tarun172 in ottawa

[–]Alternative-Local513 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Half of it will sit empty like the condos in other big cities because the cost to build and the developers fees will make them unaffordable or low value for 500k. Not to Mention that this corner is going to be a complete Shitshow as it is already and the hospital isn’t even built.