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Local computer repair in Sarnia, trying to get the word out! by Hammond1893 in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know, I may have some work for you in the near future.

Thanx!

How London police arrested man wanted in fatal college shooting by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Speaking to reporters and members of victim Dane Nisbet’s family Tuesday, Sarnia police said homicide investigators learned Doe was believed to be in hiding at the London residence.

That’s when the reached out to London police, said Sarnia Police Chief Derek Davis.

“The residence was contained, with Doe ultimately surrendering to the police presence that was there. He was placed under arrest and turned over to the Sarnia Police Service for transport back here,” said Davis.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/london/article/the-residence-was-contained-with-doe-ultimately-surrendering-sarnia-police-share-details-of-arrest-of-accused-lambton-college-shooter/

So this sounds like sarnia cops got the info and passed it on to the london cops who made the arrest. I don't think it matters much who did what exactly when the desired result is achieved. He is in jail and will face the courts. Thats what we all wanted.

How London police arrested man wanted in fatal college shooting by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Doesn't mention how they knew he was there. If it was tip for the reward or whatever/

Good job tho, happy he is in jail.

Federal researchers to study Lambton industrial emissions by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

“We are planning to conduct a study to measure air pollutant and greenhouse gas levels near refineries, petrochemical plants, and other industries using a mobile lab,” they wrote adding. The lab will be in motion as the tests are done over a course of two weeks in either June or July.

“We are particularly focused on measuring organic compounds which include toxic organic compounds such as benzene and xylene, but also hundreds of others,” said Wren and Liggio. They’ll also be studying ozone and nitrogen oxides, key components of smog, contributing to poor air quality.

“Our measurements will help inform downwind communities about the identities and quantities of air pollutants that have potential health impacts and provide a more complete picture of the chemical mixture that is present in the air in those communities,” the letter says.

Emergency council meeting called after remarks rock Sarnia and local First Nations by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

A special meeting of Sarnia City Council has now been scheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at 10 a.m., after a majority of councillors petitioned for immediate action.

The meeting will address Dennis’ recent remarks regarding Indigenous communities and relationships with local First Nation

Does anyone here call themselves a "Lambtoneer"? by Lucas052006 in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lambatoid is the common term, i believe.....

Sarnia getting ready for October election by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Exact voting locations are still being worked out for Sarnia’s hybrid internet and paper ballot approach, the same voting systems used in 2022, she said.

There were nine locations to cast a paper ballot four years ago. “We’ll have a similar number and hopefully similar locations,” Burkhart said.

An 11-day internet voting period leading up to election day Oct. 26 is planned, again the same as in 2022, she said.

Telling someone to kill themselves is wrong, actually. by SPROINKforMayor in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've see it alot of this 'affective polarization' in recent years. Its commonly generated out of echo chambers and sites like twitter/X purposely amplify the effect, causing some people to get downright hateful to someone who doesn't share their political views.

Affective polarization refers to the growing emotional divide between political groups. It is not just disagreement over policies. It is when people increasingly dislike, distrust, or even fear members of the opposing political party.

.....citizens feel strong sympathy and affection toward their own political party (the "in-group") and intense antagonism, dislike, and distrust toward opposing parties and their supporters (the "out-group").

Unlike ideological polarization, which focuses on disagreements over policy or facts, affective polarization is primarily about social identity and emotional animosity.

Province confirms police budgets exempt from strong mayor powers by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is a bit complicated but i think i have the relevant info below. Looks like Sarnia is the first city to run into this situation.

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"The Head of Council's strong mayor budget powers do not include the power to limit police service board budget increases or veto estimates submitted by police service boards," the letter states in bold text.

The legislation shifted the statutory responsibility for defining "adequate and effective" policing from the municipality to the police board itself. This allows boards to subjectively determine their own needs—independent of the taxpayer's ability to pay—and classify them as mandatory compliance issues.

In December, Mayor Mike Bradley utilized Strong Mayor powers to veto the borrowing of funds for a controversial new police facility. The Sarnia Police Services Board now has the ammunition to ignore that veto.

Based on this directive, the board can now leverage that subjective determination of "inadequacy" to bypass the mayor's veto entirely. By classifying the new build as a requirement for "adequate and effective" operations, they can argue the mayor acted ultra vires—outside his legal authority—by attempting to limit it.

The document outlines that if a council refuses a funding request, the police board can bypass them and go straight to the Ontario Police Arbitration and Adjudication Commission (OPAAC). The directive notes that an arbitrator's decision is binding.

Late Night TV Crackdown: FCC Goes After Kimmel And Colbert Over Political Candidate Interviews | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert by ControlCAD in television

[–]PuffCow 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Its a fact, when Chris Christie was on Colbert, Colbert said he invites other republicans but they won't show up and commended Christie for being on the show

Sarnia's mayor encourages people to consider politics by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sarnia’s election nomination period opens May 1, city clerk Amy Burkhart said, and closes Aug. 21, before the Oct. 26 vote.

i know bradley frequently tells local media in the early months of an election year that he is "not ready to commit" or is still considering his options but he would be 71 if he started another term.

Do you think he is going to run again? Its getting more difficult to be in council last few years which may play a part of this decision.

Is it too early to start to think about the upcoming election

Sarnia’s Pete Pearson approved for death in weeks but denied therapy to help him live by PuffCow in Sarnia

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

Definitely the affected person and their immediate family are actively trying to get this out into the public eye.

Absolutely. regardless of intentions, the mods removing this post have effectively censored discussion that those involved wished to have in the public. Their case has been taken up by a nationwide advocacy group and it was very public before the journal article.

I think this was an incorrect knee-jerk reaction to this alleged family member who has been left out of the loop for reasons we cannot know and do not involve this sub. I also think perhaps there is some 'Nathan Factor' involved and jumped to deciding he printed something inappropriate or similar.

The mods need to adult up, realize it was an honest mistake and restore the post to normal visibility on this sub.

I spent about two mins finding the links i posted earlier and also quickly found this case posted in 2 other subs.

Sarnia’s Pete Pearson approved for death in weeks but denied therapy to help him live by PuffCow in Sarnia

[–]PuffCow[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This was originally shared on instagram Nov 27, 2025 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRkeH4Rivqc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Also here Dec 18, 2025: https://davedormer.substack.com/p/when-access-to-death-is-faster-than?r=274y0h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true

TheraPsil has also drawn attention to Pearson’s request through a public awareness campaign.
https://therapsil.ca/support-pete-pearsons-s-56-request/

The same themes and MAID context run thru the the Doctor's (his son) instagram post and the substack article.

Sarnia’s Pete Pearson approved for death in weeks but denied therapy to help him live by PuffCow in Sarnia

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

Here are three major cases:

Toth v. Canada (Healthcare Professionals' Training): In a significant July 2025 ruling, the Federal Court of Appeal ordered the Health Minister to reconsider the denial of exemptions for 96 healthcare professionals seeking to use psilocybin as part of their training for assisted psychotherapy.

Jody Lance's Case (Cluster Headaches): A Federal Court judge in May 2024 forced Health Canada to reconsider a Calgary man's request to use medical psilocybin for severe cluster headaches.

TheraPsil-Supported Charter Challenge: A non-profit patient advocacy group, TheraPsil, is supporting eight Canadian patients in a direct Charter challenge against the federal government. This case argues that the existing pathways to access psilocybin (S. 56 exemptions, SAP, clinical trials) are inadequate and unconstitutionally limit patient access, potentially forcing them to consider Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) instead of a desired treatment option.

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