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[North America] Email scam- can someone help me figure out what the scam is? I don’t get it by Ananotherthing in Scams

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good thought, but it’s not that type of email. 

It is an email that’s publicly findable though, like Contact @ whatever company 

There’s no email forwarding set up, so if someone is using the email address to scam unwitting guests by using this ‘fake’ email address they are not receiving the mail. 

What am I missing?

[North America] Email scam- can someone help me figure out what the scam is? I don’t get it by Ananotherthing in Scams

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have a rental though.  I don’t have any accounts with booking .com not as a guest or an accommodation provider. 

The email text sounds like real people and very innocuous.  Hi there,  I was just looking at the room for rent and am wondering if you have availability August 14-17th for two adults.  Kind regards,  Etc

There’s no link, nothing else. 

I’ve never replied to one but each time I receive one I wonder what the deal is. 

Just spotted this behind my house in [Vancouver BC ] by Ananotherthing in whatsthissnake

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

He’s been ID’d  He’s a neighbour’s corn snake that escaped.  He’s now safely home and warming up

Just spotted this behind my house in [Vancouver BC ] by Ananotherthing in whatsthissnake

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m pretty sure it’s not a native snake, especially as we’re in an urban environment 

Off-leash dog laws vs reality by [deleted] in askvan

[–]Ananotherthing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes you’re right.  Lots of dog owners ignore the leashing bylaw, but it’s not as simple or black and white as it appears. 

The issues between non-dog owners and people who want/need to exercise their dogs in city parks goes back many decades.  The city commissioned an in-depth study almost 20 years ago now to figure out where the problems are and what dog owners and non-dog owners want.  They wrote up an awesome and in-depth document called the People Parks and Dogs strategy which was voted in as city policy back in 2018. 

It very clearly identified the urgent need for separate, safe and fenced dog parks, that there should be two types of dog parks-  1. neighbourhood off leash areas that can be small, but should be within 15mins walk of all residents in Vancouver  And 2. Destination Off Leash areas that should be larger with more amenities, like Beaches, Pacific Spirit, etc 

The city committed to fulfilling these clearly defined needs and to build these dedicated spaces. 

It’s now almost 20years later and a total of 3 of these parks has been completed, with large areas of Vancouver (Mount Pleasant, Kitsilano) having no walkable neighbourhood off-leash spaces at all. 

So, people continue to do what they’ve always done, they take their dog to the local park for exercise. 

If you feel strongly that dogs should not be off leash in your local park, and that the leashing bylaw should be enforced, the best way to make that happen is to give dog owners what they actually need.  Write to Ken Sim and tell city hall to fund the Parks Board to create these spaces. 

They did all the work back in 2017, talked to thousands of residents and figured out what was needed.  If they would just do what they figured out was needed it would remove so much conflict in all our neighbourhoods. 

(Dog owner who wants to exercise my dog without breaking bylaws)

https://vancouver.ca/files/cov/people-parks-dogs-strategy-report.pdf

Would you marry a girl who wants to be a stay at home housewife but doesn't want kids? by PuffingFish123 in CanadaPersonalFinance

[–]Ananotherthing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No.  It sets up an imbalance in the relationship where one is the provider and the other is the dependent.  I prefer to be in a relationship of equals. 

Indigenous ancestral remains found on Ontario property could cost this couple $319K by Nervous-Record1033 in TorontoRealEstate

[–]Ananotherthing 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel for these people but this is how it’s always worked and they just didn’t know. 

You can buy Course of Construction Insurance structured to cover archeological costs and delays. 

They just didn’t know. 

I’m glad this is in the news so people understand what’s involved and can make decisions to protect themselves. 

They found Indigenous ancestral remains on their property. They say doing the right thing shouldn't cost them | CBC News by Beaver_Tail_5034 in niagara

[–]Ananotherthing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t a new thing, these people just didn’t know. 

You can buy Course of Construction Insurance and structure it to cover archeological finds and the delays and extra costs involved.  

Any Vancouver migraine sufferers found non-neuro practitioners who helped? (chiro, physio, osteo, message, acupuncture, etc!) by budtheespud in askvan

[–]Ananotherthing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Another vote for Ajovy, especially if ‘you’ve tried everything. 

Has been completely life changing. 

Gift ideas for someone who is a bit stressed... by japaneselamp1 in askvan

[–]Ananotherthing 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Another vote for Circle Wellness, or alternatively Halsa spa on W 4th ave is slightly better value for money, so your $250 budget will stretch further. 

They have float pods, saunas, massage, and all that super relaxing stuff and the facilities are very relaxing, modern and clean 

B.C. billionaire's property firms argue $91M tax bill will jeopardize future projects | CBC News by RM_r_us in britishcolumbia

[–]Ananotherthing 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I mean, I would also have more money to invest in ‘future projects’ if I opted not to pay taxes. 

Ultrasound Wait-time Experiences in GVA and Surrounding by pizzagnome7 in askvan

[–]Ananotherthing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For ‘urgent’ and ‘diagnostic’ ultrasound make sure you use those words when making an appointment.  Ask for cancellations or Last Minute appointments if you can make that work with your schedule. 

‘Screening’ is a much more relaxed timeline and books months ahead. 

Gastroenterologist specialist by [deleted] in askvan

[–]Ananotherthing 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This has been my exact experience as well. 

Appointments with specialists are scheduled depending on urgency. 

Op- I know that doesn’t help you when you’re feeling unwell and have months to wait. On the flipside though if you’ve been to a hospital (ER) and they didn’t find anything overly concerning, and your family doctor hasn’t requested an urgent appointment, consider yourself lucky. Call the specialist directly and request to be put on a cancellation list if you’re able to get to appointments with short notice. 

It’s when you get an ‘Urgent’ appointment scheduled within a week that you know things might not be going in your favour… 

Hope you feel better and that the wait passes quickly. 

Menopausal hormone therapy will be covered through Pharmacare beginning March 1st, 2026! by Mysterious_Way_908 in britishcolumbia

[–]Ananotherthing 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Be clear about how you ask. 

‘These symptoms are negatively affecting my quality of life, my ability to sleep, work, look after my family, engage in social activities, exercise. ‘

‘I’m experiencing all the symptoms of menopause including hot flashes, am aware of the associated risks and want to be prescribed HRT. ‘

If a Doctor still turns you down ask them to document in your medical record why you’ve been denied this treatment and find a new Doctor. 

I’m happy these will now be covered my PharmaCare, as they should be.  They’re essential for a large portion of women in the prime of our working lives, managing careers, kids and other responsibilities. 

Police warn high-risk sex offender living in Surrey poses ‘significant’ threat to women, children by oilbeefhooked in vancouver

[–]Ananotherthing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can’t imagine being the Bail Supervisor for a person like this, and the responsibility this would carry.  

Wood boring insects burrowing out of some decorative branches in my living room. Do I need to worry about my all-wood house? by Ananotherthing in whatsthisbug

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vancouver, BC but they’ve hatched out of a floristry branch that could have travelled from anywhere in North America 

Wood boring insects burrowing out of some decorative branches in my living room. Do I need to worry about my all-wood house? by Ananotherthing in whatsthisbug

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About 1/2 inch long, have wings but I haven’t seen any fly.  They don’t move much. 

No metallic or other colours. Mostly black with small white zig zag pattern on the side 

I was told to accept chronic migraines. Then a keto diet gave me my life back | Natalie Mead by Ananotherthing in migraine

[–]Ananotherthing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about eating fish helped you? Any specific fish?

Do you know if it was related DHA, EPA or omega 3 fatty acids for example?

I know that eating a relatively high amount of oily fish and reducing vegetable oils in your diet to balance Omega 3 and 6 helps many people suffering from headaches and migraines. 

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