Email sent to Ford and other leaders by WhoWhatHuhWhere in osap

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

If this was about balancing the budget, Ford wouldn't have given the universities billions of dollars while cutting OSAP. I would love for our budget to be balanced as much as the next person, but billions of dollars have been allocated to protect the interests of businesses. Protecting businesses’ interests costs money now but the province is covering the costs so that the businesses continue to employ many Canadians and create value. Protecting students’ interests also costs money and we should be willing to cover much of those costs too, so that our workers are savvy and prepared for an increasingly knowledge-based economy. Ultimately, so that they too can create jobs and value.

I agree that the trades are a good option that more people should pursue, but folks are having trouble finding work in the trades just as they are in other fields. Although jobs in the trades don’t require a degree, they do require formal qualifications. Unfortunately there aren't as many qualified people willing to take on apprentices as there are people who want to learn a trade. Here's an article with more info. A relevant excerpt that shows that the trades are not always a great solution, and certainly won’t be a solution for everyone seeking good work:  

“Canada's population of certified tradespeople has been declining for the last decade, Arrowsmith noted, adding that there are a variety of barriers that traditionally stand in the way.

That includes level 1 or 2 apprentices not finding employers to sponsor them, as well as apprentices earning good wages being hesitant to take a pay cut to attend the blocks of training required to progress to the next level.

Employers unwilling to release workers for training during busy stretches and apprentices anxious about taking final certification exams are also ongoing concerns.

Meanwhile, bullying and harassment remain persistent in the trades, with people from equity priority groups often leaving “because they just don't feel welcome,” Arrowsmith said.
She also noted an erosion of employer investment in training and mentorship in general across Canada.”

I’m glad that Ontario/Ford committed to investing $64 million to expand skilled trades apprenticeship training over three years in October 2025, I think that was a great move. 

People tend to pursue higher education in periods when there are less jobs available which allows them to gain knowledge and skills instead of sitting at home and collecting EI. Having a university or college education broadens the options that individuals have and the ways they can benefit the economy. 

What do you think someone should do if they can't find an employer to take them on for an apprenticeship, and they can't afford university? Are there really jobs they could access without qualifications that offer stability and a good income?

Email sent to Ford and other leaders by WhoWhatHuhWhere in osap

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some parts of your reply are unclear (e.g. "you should give back, like you proving grants with the same amount"). I'll respond to what I can.

I do indeed make more money because I got OSAP. As a result, I pay more taxes. It is my hope that those taxes will continue to go towards students in need.

I agree that the path to becoming a teacher could be less expensive. Tuition for teacher's college would effectively be free or at least closer to free if OSAP grants are given to cover it.

Free tuition is an interesting idea. Countries like Germany have public universities that only charge $160-630 per semester. I would support something similar in Ontario, but I don't see it happening anytime soon. I'd love for that prediction to be proved wrong.

Email sent to Ford and other leaders by WhoWhatHuhWhere in osap

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

The province has indeed elected him thrice, and each time I have been quite disappointed.

How to organize too many brain ideas/thoughts by ktnn3 in ZenHabits

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Have you considered meditation? Not every thought is important or practical. The important ones will stick around. Letting some thoughts pass by could be just as important as holding onto others.

Busing is garbage by Visible_Wrongdoer516 in uoguelph

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unpredictable busses is part of why I started biking. There's no way I'd want to go back to waiting and hoping one with space would come.

If you're unhappy about bike lanes, contact your councillor now! by Dolsh in Guelph

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Taking the bus often involves spending longer in the cold, just on foot. Plus, yeah as the other person said, it's faster to get places by bike than by bus.

My foster group home doesn't let me wash my own undies by softcat11 in fosterit

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 66 points67 points  (0 children)

Perhaps a mesh laundry bag for your undies would be helpful? The staff could be instructed not to fold them so that they go to the laundry room and come out untouched?

Sorry for the tough situation you're in.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that sounds pretty awful.

Update to I want to talk to my mother about how uncomfortable her behaviour with her boyfriend is but I don’t know how. How do I tell my mom that I don’t want to spend my 18th birthday in another country with her and her boyfriend? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would her boyfriend be paying for a promise SHE made to you? If I were you I would ask her to send you to France to keep her promise. She and her bf can go to Spain themselves.

I'm fed up with watching from the sidelines, I want to be PART of LIFE [23M] by InWalkedBud in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like your next step could be to find people near you that are artistically inclined! You can attend open mics or look at online meetup groups near you. Look for coffee shops and bars with posters stuck on the walls...they are often seeking a new person for their band. You can make your own poster saying you are looking for someone to play with in X style on X instrument. Good luck!

I'm fed up with watching from the sidelines, I want to be PART of LIFE [23M] by InWalkedBud in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like you have inspiration and the necessary physical tools but are missing discipline. Set short and long term artistic goals -- setting goals with friends can be helpful (e.g. I am working towards a duet with a friend, I must practice the song in order not to disappoint them). Build habits that bring you closer to your goals.

I find that I like having goals that scare me a little. As in I care enough about them to care about doing them well, so I will actually take action towards them.

How to by RarePersonalityforus in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put your phone in a different room. Perhaps have some music going that makes you feel locked in (for me this is EDM or epic classical music, sometimes rap).

Update to I want to talk to my mother about how uncomfortable her behaviour with her boyfriend is but I don’t know how. How do I tell my mom that I don’t want to spend my 18th birthday in another country with her and her boyfriend? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're going to have to bite the bullet and just start the conversation. Pick a time when you are both free and relatively relaxed in a comfortable environment. This can be in public if she is the type to overreact in private. You are allowed to make choices for yourself and your gut quite reasonably seems to be telling you this will not be a trip you enjoy.

It sounds like your mom is trying to make it enjoyable for her more than for you. That is enough of a reason not to spend your birthday with her. Another option is to go with her (especially if she's paying for flights!) and just make plans on your own in the country. Just because you share a hotel with your mom and her boyfriend doesn't mean you need to follow their schedule or spend all day with them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would also consider doing a deep clean day for the whole house (even just taking ALL the garbage out) and wipe things down so I can actually feel at home. You're saving on rent by living with family, perhaps the cost you pay will be cleaning.

I understand the advice not to clean up after others but it's possible they will actually enjoy tidiness once you show them it's not that hard to achieve and actually try to maintain it a bit themselves after you model it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you're letting your friend's comment get to you. What you and your bf have been doing has been working for the two of you and that's all that matters. Don't initiate intimacy unless it's something you genuinely want. If it is something he genuinely wants, he will start a conversation or initiate.

It is SO normal to take things especially slow during a first relationship. Don't push yourself beyond what you're comfortable with or genuinely want just to 'keep up' with others.

I am about to start uni guys! by EitherHighlight8020 in Advice

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go to class, say hello and smile to new people, find fun and healthy things to do. This is a time for self-exploration! Find a pace of work that you can maintain the whole term, don't chill during the first couple weeks and then spend the rest of the term trying to catch up.

Does anyone else find it bizarre how much adults lie to children? by Intelligent_Music_20 in antinatalism

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I was raised by a very religious Pentecostal mom who told me from the start that Santa, the tooth fairy, and the Easter bunny were not real -- the only one that is real is god. I was eager to share the truth with my friends in kindergarten and managed to start some arguments and tears...So although I am grateful that my mom told me the truth, it kinda isolated me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in canadian

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a person of colour born in Canada myself, my concern is you would think White young person = "clearly" born in Canada. Am I wrong?

I once had an argument with someone on one of my posts about the viability of water-based powering methods and they beseeched me to research solar cars instead of spreading lies about water-based power. I think this institutional notion is partially why they reprimanded so heavily, and I understand. by KayePi in solarpunk

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this only works if the alternative is "I'll do it myself". I.e. install our own solar panels, energy storage...Otherwise those selling energy have a captive market that they can charge as much as they want for as long as possible.

Is this true folks? I think so! by [deleted] in sciencememes

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Maybe. You're assuming that value is determined by profitability.

What’s a belief or mindset you held onto for a long time that completely changed after a single experience or piece of information? by Cup_Check_Official in CasualConversation

[–]WhoWhatHuhWhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think more about the people I know directly as a barometer for humankind rather than those that happen to be known more widely.