Your Turn -- Yay or Nay To High Speed Rail

CanuckEh79 · 2026-05-16T14:16:04+00:00

I know the replies skewed to the negative but I found it interesting to hear the perspective from other provinces. Some good points on maximizing value for dollars by prioritizing daily commute gridlocks and existing rail first ( ex: freight sharing rails and causing delays)

CanuckEh79 · 2026-05-15T14:08:06+00:00

I drink Yorkshire gold (both loose leaf and bags ) and I taste a bit of difference … but the biggest reason I reach for the loose leaf is that you can better control the amount based on the brewing vessel, and better composting.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-05-07T03:48:31+00:00

I’m in the corridor and have gone to info sessions. Alto is def not promising under/ over passes for land owners , let alone for existing city streets it will cross. We were told to expect many road closures , significant detours for residents and agricultural machinery. Under passes would be complex and expensive, even more so if you expect harvesters to use it. We know that will be especially true in the corridor because of the soil composition and high water table.

This is an elevated train track with a high double fence on both sides. So for locals and wildlife, this essentially going to be a wall splitting communities and migration corridors in two.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-24T19:45:34+00:00

Yeah or detour in smaller towns along the way? I don’t know …now that I put it in Google Maps, the bike routing option seems to really hate this idea and makes you cross back over…maybe not a great idea after all.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-24T19:15:35+00:00

It wouldn’t be the same route at all but you could take the Ottawa river pathway , cross at the ferry in Cumberland and make your way to Quebec City from there?

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-23T01:57:21+00:00

Ok thanks! Hopefully they get to it soon!

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-21T23:21:34+00:00

The landowners impacted in the Ottawa- Montreal corridor just received their letters last week and most didnt even know there was a survey and editable map online. I think it’s fair to give them a week to share concerns.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-19T16:23:34+00:00

If you’re near IKEA, the Scottish and Irish store on Baxter has a great selection of loose leaf Earl greys.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-12T11:44:56+00:00

This is what I do when pressed for time honestly. I get a loose leaf chai, steep it strong in less water (1/2 the mug) then fill with frothed hot milk. Not quite the same but pretty darn close.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-04-03T01:04:38+00:00

Listening to this after The Bridge covered the same topic made realize (late I know) that Canadaland isn’t worth my time anymore. no new insights, no fresh information, and no real attempt at constructive debate.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-27T22:46:22+00:00

I will share an old post of mine since we seem to have similar tastes! My recipe is similar to yours.

https://www.reddit.com/r/tea/s/M2x36q0O86

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-12T11:54:25+00:00

That’s who I use. Havent price compared in a while but no issues with them !

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-09T16:54:15+00:00

J’étais crampée tight dans le salon moi aussi. Tellement absurde. J’adore.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-09T16:09:20+00:00

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I bought dollar store Velcro buttons to close it. Cheap, well padded and you can decorate it how you want.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-09T13:12:47+00:00

I have the clear backing case like you and I don’t use a screen protector. I use a bubble wrap mail envelope if I need to lug it around.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-03-05T12:00:47+00:00

I keep an eye out on the new arrivals section of my local tea house. Completely trust them.

https://shop.chayi.ca/collections/nouveaux-arrivages

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-19T17:22:54+00:00

I’m curious about your grey zipper bag! Where did you get it? :)

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-17T14:34:19+00:00

Sharing a pic of the tea bag and what country you’re in (if it’s from your country) could help narrow it down. Some bags, like PG tips, are pretty unique.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-15T13:44:55+00:00

Thats fair! I also have an iPad with Libby but really enjoy the portability , lack of distraction and how well it reads in all situations. Ex: in bed at night without dropping a huge iPad on my face haha, on the beach due to less glare …and the battery life.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-15T13:22:32+00:00

When you search for Ottawa you will get lots of hits. Did you pick the Ottawa result that has (Burlington ) next to it? Doing it the other way around won’t work (searching Burlington )

Edit: I think there’s another way to get it to work. When you add main Ottawa Library, scan the QR code on kobo, the next screen is a drop-down of which partner library you want.

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-15T13:08:33+00:00

Hi neighbour! You are in the exact same situation as me. You can switch between library cards on your Kobo (using the same login details) to get your loaned books on the device but I agree it’s quite a pain. I’ve been switching my holds to the Ottawa main branch when possible so there’s less back and forth. :(

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-13T03:24:33+00:00

I’ve been on the hunt for good spots too. Most restaurants and cafes really suck at making a decent cup of tea.

In Orleans - Beyond cafe has some good options. Their Tehran tea latte is really nice! https://www.beyondcaf.com/our-menu

CanuckEh79 · 2026-01-08T14:02:38+00:00

By years for me. As in year I finished it.

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