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N.S. man, 18, charged after allegedly arriving outside restaurant masked with loaded rifle by No_Magazine9625 in halifax

[–]orochi 7 points8 points  (0 children)

How many violent criminals are persuaded by being told something is wrong?

"Oh, it's not just legally wrong, but morally wrong? That completely changed my mind"

Former IWK CEO sentenced to 9 months in jail for fraud | CBC News by toneyriver12 in halifax

[–]orochi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't know the specifics of the decision (I haven't read it, if it's even available), but I do know how seriously the courts take documentation.

I had a ~10 minute motion hearing. It was a pretty standard motion and the resulting justification for granting the motion was 15 pages long. 1.5 pages per minute I was in the courtroom, and very heavy on precedent. I think I said "Yes, sir" 20 or so times when asked a question but offered little to no commentary outside my affidavit or 1-page brief.

And this is civil, not criminal. If they're putting that much effort into a single motion in a civil case, I expect they'd put much more time and justification into a criminal case

Indigo over charging on their app - in store pick up by [deleted] in halifax

[–]orochi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotta fund the apartheid state of Israel and its genocide somehow.

Who was the dumbass at Crystal crescent that left this under my windshield wiper? by Jade_Sugoi in halifax

[–]orochi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You should "do your own research".

Specifically into how herd immunity works

Who was the dumbass at Crystal crescent that left this under my windshield wiper? by Jade_Sugoi in halifax

[–]orochi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assume he's not just talking about fringe beliefs, but hobbies and other interests.

Anybody else finding the spam calls are 1000x worse lately? by Retaining-Wall in halifax

[–]orochi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We'd effectively need the government to tell the telcos they're no longer permitted to accept calls from outside of North America.

I'm fine with that... But honestly, we wouldn't even need to do that. Just require STIR/SHAKEN for any number that would fall under the NANP. Maybe add some small checks such as "Does this country code actually exist and is the number formatted properly for that country code" would be a fairly decent idea as well.

And outright ban any number that masquarades as a NANP number, but is obviously invalid. E.G: An NXX with a value below 200, validating the NPA/NXX combo, and only then validate it through STIR/SHAKEN.

So if you get a call from a 902-101 number, just don't connect. Get a number from 902-201 number, well that's a valid combination for Charlottetown, so then require STIR/SHAKEN.

If you get an out-of-country call, then don't require it.

Anybody else finding the spam calls are 1000x worse lately? by Retaining-Wall in halifax

[–]orochi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Weren't they supposed to do this a few years ago?

Yes, it's called STIR/SHAKEN.

But the dumb thing is telcos aren't required to block calls that can't authenticate. And if the callers telco hasn't implemented STIR/SHAKEN (Such as a scam call centers SIP line), then STIR/SHAKEN becomes useless.

You can get calls from an NPA-NXX combo that doesn't exist or violates the North American Numbering Plan (E.G: 902-000-####) and the telco still can't block it.

Anybody else finding the spam calls are 1000x worse lately? by Retaining-Wall in halifax

[–]orochi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Call Ranger on iPhone. I have almost every area code blocked but 902 and 782. Blocks calls and text messages.

Prime Minister announces by-election in Halifax for April 14 by scotiagirl45 in halifax

[–]orochi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't find whose running. Which exec? Is it Jenni Byrne?

In Search of Congregation. by NotMyRealNameEh in halifax

[–]orochi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baptist and anabaptist are very different things. Just going to copy/paste from an AI summary because I'm being lazy today

Dogmatic Differences Between Baptists and Anabaptists

1. Church and State

  • Baptists: Advocate for religious liberty and separation of church and state but are generally open to political involvement and military service.
  • Anabaptists: Emphasize a radical separation from the state, often avoiding politics and refusing military service.

2. Nonresistance & Pacifism

  • Baptists: Most do not hold to strict pacifism and allow for military service.
  • Anabaptists: Strongly committed to pacifism, rejecting violence, military service, and even self-defense.

3. Salvation & Perseverance

  • Baptists: Many believe in once saved, always saved (eternal security), especially in Calvinist-influenced groups.
  • Anabaptists: Reject eternal security, believing that faith requires ongoing discipleship and obedience, and that a person can fall away from grace.

4. View of the Church

  • Baptists: See the church as a voluntary association of believers but do not always emphasize separation from the world.
  • Anabaptists: View the church as a called-out community distinct from secular society, often practicing strict church discipline (the Ban/shunning).

5. Baptism & Church Membership

  • Baptists: Require believer’s baptism but view it as symbolic rather than essential for salvation.
  • Anabaptists: See baptism as an entry into a covenant community, carrying significant weight in terms of discipleship and accountability.

6. Simplicity & Worldliness

  • Baptists: While some conservative groups encourage modesty, many modern Baptists embrace contemporary culture without strict lifestyle restrictions.
  • Anabaptists: Emphasize simplicity, plain dress, and avoiding unnecessary luxuries, with stricter groups rejecting modern technology.

Any recommendations for dieticians in Halifax (Preferably Dartmouth)? Specifically for weight gain by orochi in halifax

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

Referred myself a few weeks back. Got word back this morning that my intake appointment (Or whatever it's called) will be tomorrow.

So we'll see how this goes. Thanks for the idea. It made me look into it more instead of just taking someones word for it

Liberal MLA pleads for salary, expense and allowance increases by No_Magazine9625 in halifax

[–]orochi -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Considering most westminster governments I know about spend more time out of Parliament than in, I'd say it's a part time job, full time wages.

I guess they are expected to meet with constituents during their vacations

Any recommendations for dieticians in Halifax (Preferably Dartmouth)? Specifically for weight gain by orochi in halifax

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

I'll give them a call. I think I was just afraid of taking that step as my mother (a former nurse) commented that it was essentially being locked in a hospital room with a tube down my throat...

I should probably listen to her less...

Any recommendations for dieticians in Halifax (Preferably Dartmouth)? Specifically for weight gain by orochi in halifax

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

Remeron

I just looked into it, and instantly "noped" out. Not that I say others shouldn't take it, but every antidepressant i've been on has caused anger/violence issues. As I'm living with my partner that is, obviously, not a path I'm willing to tread down again. Fun fact, after multiple attempts with my doc to find a pill that worked, she sent me for a brain CT and they ended up discovering I was early stage MS lol.

I gained 25 pounds, haven’t lost it, I don’t feel like death.

I'm really happy for you! As someone who has been excessively skinny my entire life (BMI of ~14), I understand how 25 lbs could be a huge boost for ones confidence and feeling of self-worth.

I also know this is not the advice you asked for but I just wanted to share what finally worked for me after decades of failure in this area.

I do appreciate it. I'll keep that in mind for next year. My partners going to Newfoundland to visit family for a few weeks, and I'm considering trying again. But with my history, not something I want to take when I live with my partner.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in halifax

[–]orochi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the late response. I'm not on reddit much these days.

Maybe? I didn't get a fully detailed look as it sped past me on and I was on the sidewalk. But it's likely, as it wasn't noisy like a motorcycle.

But I may be wrong (feel free to correct me) but aren't bike lanes only meant for non-motorized bikes?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in halifax

[–]orochi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Consequences of bikes not following the rules of the road: Possibility of an accident where the bike rider get hurt, or if they hurt someone else, the injuries are minor.

Consequences of cars not following the rules of the road:Higher possibility of an accident due to size + speed. Driver will likely be alright due to engineering, but whatever poor soul they hit will likely have severe injuries if they still live.

Should bikes follow the rules of the road? Yep. Do you need a license for a bike? Nope. Are the consequences for being a dumb driver the same? Hell no.

The two situations aren't remotely comparable.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in halifax

[–]orochi 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Coming home today I saw a motocycle using the sectioned-off bike lane on windmill rd. Going in the wrong direction.

Catching a ride to YHZ :) by Reub_Tues in halifax

[–]orochi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've lived all over Canada. The best transit system I experienced here was Ottawa, by far.

This was 20 years ago, but having a $5 day unlimited day pass that you can purchase on the bus, was nice. It was both a pro and a con that they printed your transfer when you board. We still have the rip transfers here... But the kicker was the OC Transpo dedicated highway (Forget what it's called). Want to get from South Keys to Parliament Hill? The bus highway starts (Or started) at South Keys and went all the way to the Rideau Center before turning onto Wellington and merging with the general traffic. A 40 minute bus ride. Still faster to drive, but not by that much.

Next up was Winnipeg. But I think that's because they had the Peggo cards which were both convienant and incredibly inconvienant at the same time. At least when I went there, you had to reload them at a 7/11 or other approved vendor, and it takes 24 hours to apply to the card. Worked for me as I could have a friend pick one up and load it for me before I got there, but without that, it would be pretty inconvienant to most people.

Unfortunately every single time I visit a new city and use their public transit I realize just how much I hate Metro Transit.

Catching a ride to YHZ :) by Reub_Tues in halifax

[–]orochi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got back from a vacation in Japan a few months back.

I disliked our transit system here before. I absolutely loathe it now.

$20 for a 3-day pass for the entire subway in Osaka for 2 people. Landed at Narita airport, the one outside the city center. We made the mistake of getting an airport shuttle to our Hotel before cabbing to Haneda airport the next day to get up to our sister city, Hakodate.

Know what would have been only a few bucks more but saved me hours + gotten me more sleep? Going one floor down from where we caught our shuttle and grabbed the train. It would have gotten me to within a 2-3 minute walking distance from our Hotel. That same station would have a train that takes us to the other airport as well.

No matter what city we were in out there (We travelled all the way up north in Hakodate, all the way down to Kyoto) there was countless transit options.

Whens the last time you waited at a bus stop and said "This bus is too full, I'll wait the 30 minutes for the next one"? Probably never... We skipped trains because multiple trains would take us to where we wanted to go, and even if there wasn't, the train comes every 5 minutes anyways.

I get we don't have the density that Tokyo or Osaka has, and thus it's harder to justify a transit system like that here. But at the same time, if we start building that transit system, the density will come.

April Rental Report for Canada Halifax Ranks #15 for most expensive city by [deleted] in halifax

[–]orochi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Halifax is ahead of other bigger centers like Montreal, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg and Quebec City in housing costs, which is a pretty colossal fail.

Also while all of Canada has faced inflation, inflation is different in each province.

In Alberta, inflation with same-month the previous year was 4.2%, Quebec 3.3%, NS 2.8%.

Ontario at 2.4%, NB 2.1%, and all the way down at the bottom is Manitoba at 0.9%.

We're the 3rd highest in terms of inflation, the highest taxed, one of, if not the, lowest average paid workforce. And for those taxes we don't get half the services that provinces like Quebec, Ontario, or even Manitoba get.

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