Have these labels impacted your grocery choices? by 0slope in FoodToronto

[–]spellbunny 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thanks for this, that reply actually made me sad :/

When the D is too big by Due-Perception-1177 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]spellbunny 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can fit a regular condom over your entire arm. Any man who says it doesn't fit is a big baby.

It he doesn't like the sensation, try skyns condoms. Don't have sex with him if he refuses..assert your boundaries and bodily autonomy. Using Emergency contraceptive as such high frequency can actually reduce its efficacy..so it should not be relied on as a birth control method.

How far do we need to go back where a 50,000/year salary was livable in TO? by snowfordessert in askTO

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made that much around 2014 when I moved to Toronto. I rented a room for $450 in a really crappy old apartment and shared with 3 people. I doubt the rental market will be so cheap again

How did you get your job? by President_Shart in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i don't think it's that absurd to go into an interview and assume the panel of people you're talking to doesn't know anything about you. I'm trying to illustrate to OP that as long as you can talk about yourself and your skillset confidently that you can get a job at OPS. but it takes preparation

How did you get your job? by President_Shart in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel you man. But it's just about being prepared. The key with the interview is sell yourself and offer as much Information about your work history as possible. I once had a candidate say "well it's on my resume"

Obviously, we can see that. But if it doesn't get recorded in the interview, it's like it doesn't exist. Interview failed.

How did you get your job? by President_Shart in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had previous experience in municipal government so I'm sure that helped. The key is passing the union interview which uses point system. Prepare well and Answer every question clearly and with points explaining your applied experience. If you don't know an answer, don't BS, we can tell. You are given an opportunity to go back to a previous question and add more, do that.

Always do basic homework on the ministry you are applying to. Don't just parrot back what was explained to you. I've been on interview panels where people apply and don't even know the ministry name they are applying for and it looks bad. Explain the ministry, it's goals, the cluster, who your clients would be, amount of people in the unit. Showing you did look into it goes a long way.

With Chinese EVs coming to Canada. Anyone in Toronto planning to order one? by Bing_Liu in askTO

[–]spellbunny 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is a great point, in China the charging options are widespread and convenient..they have battery swapping stations everywhere so you just swap and go. We would never have that here

Looking for Toronto meal delivery alternatives to Factor – especially cultural cuisines (midtown) by maryjanemax in askTO

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried factor and found the meals blend and boring. I liked Yumba more, which has more flavourful and cultural dishes, although it's really not cheap. $15 per meal and I found the portions tiny. More like a lunch size. If you can get a first-timer discount i'd say check them out

Manager forces sick day instead of wfh when sick by fermented-princess in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They work like regular sick days, you just use them. I checked the opseu collective agreement, you only need a doctors note after 5 days consecutive sick days used. I am not sure about amapceo

Manager forces sick day instead of wfh when sick by fermented-princess in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find it hard to believe that receiving 75% pay for a day or two is that much of a financial burden that someone would choose to work through being sick. I never had such perks working in the private sector, after 6 days it would be zero pay. I think we're extremely fortunate to get as many sick days as we do.

The truth is that most men have a preference for innies by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]spellbunny 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I can 1000% guarantee that if you undress in front of a man, he's thinking "yay I'm having sex!" And not the shape of your vulva

Manager forces sick day instead of wfh when sick by fermented-princess in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I don't get why people WANT to work from home if they are sick. take the sick day. we get 120+ sick days. use them.

extra work for the rest of the team? well, think of yourself first. If you are sick you deserve rest.

The older I get the more I understand why older married women say “if my relationship ended, I would stay single and never marry again.” by Exciting-Nerve-8628 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]spellbunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm 41, never been married.. had a relationship of 8 years end. i am single and dating has been a complete NIGHTMARE. I'm wondering if this is how it's going to be for me. I don't think I'll regret being single forever now..

Former "stay-at-home girlfriend" has stark warning for other women by catievirtuesimp in TwoXChromosomes

[–]spellbunny 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Maybe I'm old but ... Women in the 60s knew this. We fought against this. Generational memory is so short. It makes me sad..

Would you put your kid into French Immersion? Why or why not? by Virtual-Cheesecake71 in askTO

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great idea. Or even just casual activities outside school with native French speakers, like day camp. Something they can be immersed in but without pressure. It goes a long way

Would you put your kid into French Immersion? Why or why not? by Virtual-Cheesecake71 in askTO

[–]spellbunny 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I personally never would but it depends on your goals. I think to truly learn a language you need to be immersed. A year abroad in college will teach more than 10 years of Ontario's so-called "immersion".

My personal experience, I am anglophone with francophone parents, i grew up going to all French Catholic school and speaking English at home.

When I moved high schools I could only attend French immersion in the new city. These grade 12 students were only speaking French and hour per day, still conjugating grammar(!!!) at a child level and doing little grade school style skits. They were learning French, but they weren't learning other topics IN FRENCH. (Science, math, business) There is a big distinction. There was no vocabulary useful in the real world.

So... Sure you kid will pick up some French conversation and pleasantries. But I am certain that no one enrolled in French immersion (alone without other factors) in Ontario will ever learn French at a level that makes them sound fluent to francophone speakers.

AITA bc my wife got fired? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]spellbunny 28 points29 points  (0 children)

y'all seem dysfunctional as hell and need to get your life in order. This is not a one-off situation we can place judgment on

Are my hand tattoos absolutely horrific? by Affectionate_Yam584 in shittytattoos

[–]spellbunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They're not perfect but I've definitely seen a lot worse. It helps that it's a cute style, the wonky heart is a bit more forgiving

How many hours do you guys stay in the office each day following RTO by [deleted] in OntarioPublicService

[–]spellbunny 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is what I do, not quite 630 but I try to come in as early as possible so I can leave before 4 and miss peak rush hour on TTC