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  1. MasonT

    Discussion Are Tech Skills Becoming Essential for Every Job?

    Yes they are, there is no way to beat around the bush anymore. You need tech skills to progress in the workforce.
  2. MasonT

    Discussion Canadian Job Market

    Exactly. Supporting small businesses is essential because they drive innovation and employ the majority outside of the public sector. If the government’s focus is heavily on creating public sector jobs instead, it risks undermining the private economy over the long term.
  3. MasonT

    Discussion Zoom link for Bill C-9

    One thing I always wonder with bills like this is how enforcement would actually work. It is one thing to pass legislation, but another to apply it fairly and consistently. If definitions are too broad or unclear, it could lead to uneven enforcement, which is where a lot of concern tends to come...
  4. MasonT

    Discussion Are Side Hustles Becoming a Necessity?

    Personally I think that they are becoming necessary, with how expensive everything is becoming.
  5. MasonT

    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    I also think expectations have changed. People want faster, clearer, and more direct communication now, which makes it more challenging but also pushes improvement.
  6. MasonT

    Discussion NCI: Are farmers safe in Canada

    Absolutely. Seed sovereignty isn’t just about seeds, it’s about choice, freedom, and protecting the work farmers do every day. Hearing him explain it made me appreciate how vital this topic is.
  7. MasonT

    Discussion NCI: Are farmers safe in Canada

    Mark's points about seed sovereignty were really insightful. It’s clear how much he cares about farmers’ independence and control over their own seeds. That perspective adds a lot to the discussion.
  8. MasonT

    Discussion Are We Living in a Comfort Era

    It's mostly in the responsibilities of the parents, with everyone being so soft on their children it does not teach the children how to actually work in life.
  9. MasonT

    Discussion WR Community Energy

    The water situation update was encouraging too. It seems like they are emphasizing early conservation and community participation, which can prevent bigger issues later. I like that they are involving stakeholders, it feels more collaborative.
  10. MasonT

    Discussion Are We Living in a Comfort Era

    Ultimately, I think we are in a comfort era, but it doesn’t have to be a problem. It becomes a problem only if people stop pushing themselves. Growth is still possible, but it requires conscious effort now more than ever.
  11. MasonT

    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    That's a really good point, even if he goes to places where there are a concentrated amount of liberal voters they will still choose not to listen at all simply because they just don,t care, even if he is making good points. And this too, it seems like people have forgotten how you can just...
  12. MasonT

    Discussion Is Work-Life Balance Even Real Anymore?

    Mental boundaries are just as important as physical ones. You might leave work at the office, but if your mind keeps running through emails, deadlines, or meetings, balance doesn’t exist. It’s a mental challenge as much as a logistical one.
  13. MasonT

    Discussion Privacy is Dead and We're Not Mad Enough

    Agreed. Awareness is key. Otherwise, more intrusive laws could slip through quietly, and most citizens might only realize the impact when privacy erosion has already occurred.
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    Discussion Privacy is Dead and We're Not Mad Enough

    And we should remember that companies already collect massive amounts of personal data. This law just adds another layer where the government can get access more easily. It’s not just theoretical. This could reduce the last barrier protecting private digital activity.
  15. MasonT

    Discussion Trusting AI Doctors Over Real People

    And what about empathy? If a patient is getting serious or frightening news, they might not want a machine delivering it. Part of medicine is being human reassuring people, explaining things, understanding fears. AI can’t replicate that.
  16. MasonT

    Discussion Social Media Algorithms: Are They Controlling Us?

    It’s interesting to think about whether these algorithms are actually teaching us or just keeping us hooked. Are we learning, or are we being manipulated
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    Discussion Social Media Algorithms: Are They Controlling Us?

    Social media platforms use complex algorithms to determine what content shows up in our feeds, stories, and recommendations. These algorithms are designed to maximize engagement, which often means showing us content that aligns with our existing beliefs, interests, or browsing habits. While this...
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    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    I agree but most of the people who watch Joe Rogan tend to be conservative anyways, now it was a good way to get clips of him saying things on the internet but in reality Pierre needs to go after high Liberal demographics. The highest percentage of liberal voters come from women who are 55+, do...
  19. MasonT

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Same thing that I said
  20. MasonT

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Townhouses could be a good middle ground, some outdoor space without full maintenance.
  21. MasonT

    Discussion Are Tax Cuts the Best Way to Stimulate Growth?

    Exactly there are a lot of variables within the question.
  22. MasonT

    Discussion The Rise of AI Companions

    Yeah, otherwise you risk blurring the lines between programmed responses and genuine empathy
  23. MasonT

    Discussion The Rise of AI Companions

    Also privacy is a big deal. AI is learning from your habits and emotions. That’s a lot of sensitive info to be stored somewhere
  24. MasonT

    Discussion Deposition from Former Pfizer Toxocologist

    Questioning is fine, but there’s a difference between questioning and accepting something as fact right away
  25. MasonT

    Discussion Deposition from Former Pfizer Toxocologist

    Exactly, if numbers like that were accurate, multiple independent groups would be reporting it, not just one testimony
  26. MasonT

    Discussion Governments doing mind control?

    Exactly, it’s like “don’t trust anything… except this”
  27. MasonT

    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    Yeah some people see Rogan and instantly tune out
  28. MasonT

    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    yeah but joe rogan isnt exactly known for canadian politics lol so why does that even matter
  29. MasonT

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    I think we will only really see the effects years from now. Right now it is just starting to become noticeable.
  30. MasonT

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    Exactly. People underestimate how much design and algorithms influence behavior.
  31. MasonT

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    I think that is exactly the problem though. Just because we can fill every moment does not mean we should. There is value in having nothing to do sometimes.
  32. MasonT

    Discussion Planned Obsolescence

    Idk, who cares if companies don't make as much money if people get quality products.
  33. MasonT

    Discussion UNDRIP: land owners loosing their rights

    everything governments do is political 💀 that doesn’t automatically mean it’s wrong
  34. MasonT

    Discussion Federal Government going back to court

    Very interesting, and CBC can sometimes be good as long as you try and look at the article objectively and without bias. Usually meaning you have to filter out some of their choice words. Loving the conversation around this though.
  35. MasonT

    Discussion Federal Government going back to court

    Interesting I have not heard about this yet, will look at some articles if anyone links any.
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