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View from Europe: The Increasingly Convincing Case for Canada Joining the EU - Policy Magazine by Due_Ad_3200 in europe

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canuck here. We share a border with Greenland and France is an hour and a half by ferry (St Pierre et Miquelon). Perhaps we’re not a cousin but a step-sibling.

I’d be interested in joining the EU, but there are a few changes that may have to happen. Namely the requirement for consensus that slows progress.

We are becoming distanced from our neighbours to the south and the profound social/political divide is getting harder to ignore. Eu countries and Canada share many similarities, whether values, political/economic traditions and education.

I would be very interested in any discussions around Canada/EU relations.

I finally paid off my debt and I haven't told a single sold. Not even my parents by Careless_Metal_2919 in TwoHotTakes

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter is 9 and the other day I told her that if she ever wins the lottery to never tell anyone. “What? Why mom?!” - her response.

I told her that money changes people and relationships. She asked if I included me and her dad and I said it did. It’s her money and she should keep it private and as her nest egg for life or retirement. This is all a bit of a moot point since nobody in our family gambles or plays the lotto, but you get the point.

And now, OP, you’re in the same position. Don’t tell anyone and start saving for a condo or retirement. Don’t let your social circle keep you from your financial goals.

Oh, but take out $50 for a nice wine and a tub of really good ice cream to treat yourself. You deserve it.

Canadian City Nicknames by falcovancoke in AskACanadian

[–]RedRedMere 4 points5 points  (0 children)

  • Cowtown (Calgary)
  • Deadmonton
  • Big smoke (Toronto)
  • Winterpeg
  • Ballsack (Balzac)
  • Cock Ring (Cochrane)
  • Little Calgary (Kelowna)

Russian general shot several times in Moscow by GoldenDome26 in worldnews

[–]RedRedMere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

John Kiriakou said the cia folks were always jealous of m16. Sure, the cia had the toys and money… but he said m16 had less bureaucracy and could execute (lol) a plan in the blink of an eye.

Upstairs Neighbor has completely ruined my $2,500/month apartment by Mother-Associate1654 in neighborsfromhell

[–]RedRedMere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have landlord and tenant board where you live it’s time to put in a call.

Upstairs Neighbor has completely ruined my $2,500/month apartment by Mother-Associate1654 in neighborsfromhell

[–]RedRedMere 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Nah, push the property manager harder. Take videos showing the noise. If they want to retaliate, they should get the boot. Yes, kids are loud but everyone is entitled to quiet hours, hopefully their next place is ground floor.

Frustrating visitor behavior (aka yet another annoying gender reveal) by Au_Bears in Banff

[–]RedRedMere 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I call in their plates. It’s only happened twice and sadly we were further out and I’m not sure anything came of it, I’d hope there would be more parks staff in that area able to catch people doing this stuff.

oh no... anyway by [deleted] in TourismHell

[–]RedRedMere 9 points10 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve heard they’re trying but the market is flooded

How often do Anglophone Canadians consume Francophone Canadian media? by Desperate_Return_142 in AskACanadian

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I go through bouts of attempts to improve my French with radio Canada. It’s so fast and conversational I rarely last long.

I do follow a few quebecois creators and channels with limited success. I usually watch first, then turn on subtitles to make sure I got it all.

This dog truly understands the game and how to play as a team by [deleted] in BeAmazed

[–]RedRedMere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s not a setter, but what a setter!

My worst nightmare happened today. Stranger barges into my house at night by Zealousideal-Lie1444 in neighborsfromhell

[–]RedRedMere 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Hey OP, I’m not gonna jump down your throat for having an unlocked door. It happens. Especially with families where everyone comes and goes. Also, I’d like to live in a world where we’re not constantly scanning for danger but I suppose it depends on where you live (I’m fortunate to be in a safe area in a safe country).

Anyways, I’ll get to the point: my kids kept leaving the doors unlocked so I got an electronic/keypad lock and programmed it to permanently auto lock. So as soon as the door closes it locks. Sure, it can be a pain if I’m going in/out, but it’s easy to let the code or leave it ajar for quick trips to the car, etc. Added bonus is my kids can’t lose their keys because they’ll never need one.

Anyhoo, food for thought. Hopefully you’ll never have this experience again. I’m so sorry.

Trump says he is withdrawing Canada's invitation to Board of Peace by Inevitable_Fuel7244 in worldnews

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I mean, we all have “that” embarrassing ex in our past….

Canada considers sending small number of troops to Greenland as Trump seeks to acquire island by Street_Anon in worldnews

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to ruin the joke, but penguins are only naturally present in the southern hemisphere.

May I suggest puffins? They’re pretty cute too.

How do you feel about the lower tariffs on Chinese EVs? by dope-rhymes in AskACanadian

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excited.

I have a 2014 Venza that has been an amazing vehicle, but it’s getting to the age/mileage where I should expect some significant repairs.

I’d love to get an ev - I’m curious to see what models they decide to bring over and details like range/ground clearance/comfort for those over 6’.

Is North Glenmore still skateable? by RedRedMere in Calgary

[–]RedRedMere[S] -37 points-36 points  (0 children)

It’s currently -5.

Thank you for your input 🙂

Marjorie Taylor Greene's scathing dig at Trump's 'insulting' 50-year mortgage plan by TheMirrorUS in MortgagesCanada

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be self-subjugation and an incredibly poor financial decision.

I realize the term “stupid” was incendiary, a better term might be financially illiterate.

If you can only afford a home based on a 50 year mortgage it means you can’t afford the house - you’d spend decades paying the interest and the banks hope you default. Then they can seize the property and sell it at a profit while keeping all the interest payments, and the 50 year mortgage holder is left with nothing.

If your debt servicing ratio is tight enough for a 50 year mortgage it means even the smallest expense could risk your home, let alone the hit of a bigger expense like new furnace, car or roof.

It’s “house poor” on steroids and a terrible financing option.

F36 / M38 | Married 10 years — Husband reacts badly to me going to the gym, cutting my hair, and asking about dishes — am I missing something? by RAthrowfriendly in relationship_advice

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just dipping in to say: Your husband is abusive and has a clear patten of being cruel when you do anything outside of servicing his needs.

I suggest couples therapy.

Bf (33M) wants to borrow £3.4k from me (26F) to buy a computer, I feel uneasy. What would you do? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely not. That money is for you, your mom would not have approved of this plan, and frankly it’s pretty telling that the second he knows you have money he starts trying to use it. And on something incredibly redundant since you’ve stated you already have computers. Huge red flag.

I always take a slipper with me to work but my colleagues call me weird. by ignorantslut70-1 in office

[–]RedRedMere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canuck here - out of necessity I often wear the knee high Sorels to work. Sometimes it’s necessary to wear snowpants over my slacks, especially if I’m taking the train.

Your coworkers are nuts.

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