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  1. FinsFan

    Discussion Speed Cameras or Speed Bumps?

    Yes I also prefer speed bumps, they actually work because people don't want to damage their car.
  2. FinsFan

    Discussion Replay of zoom meeting for Bill C-9

    The part about criminalizing symbols is what I find most difficult. On one hand, certain symbols absolutely represent hateful ideologies, and people don’t want to see those normalized. On the other hand, banning symbols can be a slippery slope. Context matters a lot, are they being used to...
  3. FinsFan

    Discussion Canadian Job Market

    It’s a good point. On paper, creating 80,000 jobs sounds like a win, but when overall employment is still down, it really highlights that small businesses may not be recovering or growing as intended. Government jobs can provide stability, but they don’t necessarily stimulate broader economic...
  4. FinsFan

    Discussion The NDP have lost their way

    I liked this clip of Pierre's response, his new approach to being level headed and calm draws in a lot more respect from me because it makes him easier to trust.
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    Discussion Zoom link for Bill C-9

    Agreed, and that is why discussions like the one in the zoom meeting are important. It gives people a chance to hear different interpretations and ask questions. A lot of confusion around these topics comes from people only seeing one side of the argument.
  6. FinsFan

    Discussion Zoom link for Bill C-9

    What stands out to me is how these kinds of bills often create a tension between protecting people from harm and protecting freedom of expression. Both are important, but where the line is drawn can have long term consequences. That is why it is important that people take the time to understand...
  7. FinsFan

    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    Overall, I’d say they are communicating, and there’s a solid foundation there. With a bit more focus on accessibility and clarity, it could become really effective.
  8. FinsFan

    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    That’s a good way to put it. It’s not a complete failure or success, it’s something that’s improving and still being worked on.
  9. FinsFan

    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    Exactly, and trust plays a huge role. When communication feels open and straightforward, it encourages people to pay more attention and stay engaged.
  10. FinsFan

    Discussion Do Local Governments Communicate Well?

    I think clarity is a big part of it. Even when information is shared, making it simple and easy to digest would help a lot more people stay informed.
  11. FinsFan

    Discussion NCI: Are farmers safe in Canada

    Exactly. Even the details that might seem small on their own were really important collectively. It’s inspiring to see people so committed to protecting farmers and their livelihoods.
  12. FinsFan

    Discussion WR Community Energy

    It also struck me that they are converting global energy trends into local action. That kind of proactive approach shows the city isn’t just reacting to crises, it’s preparing for the future.
  13. FinsFan

    Discussion Does Hard Work Still Guarantee Success

    I think a better way to look at it is that hard work improves your odds rather than guarantees anything. It gives you more opportunities and prepares you for them, but it doesn’t control the final result.
  14. FinsFan

    Discussion Are We Living in a Comfort Era

    I think it depends on the individual. Some people use comfort as a foundation to pursue difficult goals like fitness, business, or creative work. Others use it as an escape. The environment hasn’t removed challenge completely, it just made it optional.
  15. FinsFan

    Discussion Is Work-Life Balance Even Real Anymore?

    I completely agree. Remote work was supposed to give freedom, but in reality it’s made boundaries harder to maintain. Work now seeps into home life in ways we didn’t anticipate. Even when I try to schedule personal time, I end up responding to work requests in the evening.
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    Discussion Privacy is Dead and We're Not Mad Enough

    Transparency is missing entirely. There should be mandatory reporting on how often authorities use these powers, public audits, and consequences for misuse. Without that, we are essentially trusting authorities to police themselves.
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    Discussion Privacy is Dead and We're Not Mad Enough

    Even with the updated bill, there is still no requirement for judicial review in routine cases. That means police can access personal information without a neutral party confirming it’s necessary. For me, that’s a big step away from the privacy protections Canadians have relied on for decades.
  18. FinsFan

    Discussion Trusting AI Doctors Over Real People

    Honestly, I’d be open to AI handling things like reading scans, lab results, or spotting patterns in data. Those are areas where humans are prone to oversight. For me, it could be a good way to make care faster and more precise.
  19. FinsFan

    Discussion Social Media Algorithms: Are They Controlling Us?

    Exactly. Even when you try to fight it, it adapts. Awareness is important but controlling your habits seems to be the only way to get some balance
  20. FinsFan

    Discussion Choose Your Career If Money Didn’t Exist

    Yep, that’s me exactly. Without money, I could take risks like writing full-time or traveling the world without feeling guilty
  21. FinsFan

    Discussion Choose Your Career If Money Didn’t Exist

    Exactly. Even accounting has creative bits. Without money, I could finally explore stuff I actually enjoy instead of crunching numbers all day
  22. FinsFan

    Discussion Choose Your Career If Money Didn’t Exist

    Hah, I’m in accounting, but without money, I’d totally shift to writing or traveling. My current job feels safe but not exciting
  23. FinsFan

    Discussion SPECIAL EVENT: Waterloo Region

    It takes a lot of strength to step forward and take on something as big as a court case. I respect that he’s trying to find answers.
  24. FinsFan

    Discussion Hidden Costs They Don't Tell You About

    Amenities in condos sometimes have hidden fees too. I wasn’t using the gym much but it was still factored in.
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    Discussion Hidden Costs They Don't Tell You About

    Some condos also have assessments for repairs I didn’t even know about when I bought. That threw me off completely.
  26. FinsFan

    Discussion Hidden Costs They Don't Tell You About

    Condo fees surprised me the most. I budgeted a certain amount but then the reserve fund contributions hit me later.
  27. FinsFan

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Yeah, a condo works for me now, but I can see switching later.
  28. FinsFan

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Maybe a condo is perfect for now. I can always upgrade later.
  29. FinsFan

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Totally. I love that I can walk to stores and transit every day.
  30. FinsFan

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    I’m leaning toward a condo for my first home. Being downtown makes life so much easier.
  31. FinsFan

    Discussion House Vs. Condo

    Buying a home in Ontario is a huge milestone, but the first big decision is often whether to go for a condo or a house. Both options come with their own unique benefits and challenges, and the “right choice” isn’t the same for everyone. Condos are often more affordable upfront, especially in...
  32. FinsFan

    Broadcast Young Homebuyers Ontario

    If anyone wants to post ideas/ create topics, post them and DM me and I will add them to my Broadcast. I just want it to be informational.
  33. FinsFan

    Broadcast Young Homebuyers Ontario

    For All Home Buying Discussions Connecting home buyers across Ontario to share tips, strategies, and experiences in an ever-changing housing market. Who are We? We are a community of Ontario residents, first-time buyers, seasoned homeowners, real estate professionals, mortgage advisors, and...
  34. FinsFan

    Discussion The Rise of AI Companions

    I guess the main takeaway is that AI companions should supplement, not replace, human relationships
  35. FinsFan

    Discussion The Rise of AI Companions

    I’m curious about mental health applications. Could AI companions actually help prevent loneliness or depression if used responsibly?
  36. FinsFan

    Discussion Deposition from Former Pfizer Toxocologist

    Exactly, you can’t just look at one number without context like age, health conditions, and overall mortality
  37. FinsFan

    Discussion Deposition from Former Pfizer Toxocologist

    The claim about 60,000 deaths feels extreme though. That’s not something that would just go unnoticed
  38. FinsFan

    Discussion Governments doing mind control?

    So maybe it’s less about control and more about influence being pushed to the extreme
  39. FinsFan

    Discussion Governments doing mind control?

    Agreed, awareness is good but you still need some level of trust in reality or nothing makes sense anymore
  40. FinsFan

    Discussion Governments doing mind control?

    Yeah that part felt realistic, like trends, opinions, even slang all spread the same way
  41. FinsFan

    Discussion Governments doing mind control?

    I feel like both of these are basically saying the same thing just at different levels, one is more chill and the other goes way deeper into it
  42. FinsFan

    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    It’s more like it confirms what some people already believe rather than changing minds completely
  43. FinsFan

    Discussion Pierre Poilievre on the Joe Rogan Podcast

    I think the bigger issue is people saying “Let’s get him elected” without actually discussing policies. Like what change are we even talking about
  44. FinsFan

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    Good luck with that, it is harder than it sounds.
  45. FinsFan

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    Still, at the end of the day, it is your choice to pick up your phone.
  46. FinsFan

    Discussion Are We Losing the Ability to Be Bored

    I get what you are saying, but I feel like people romanticize boredom a bit too much. When I am bored, I am not suddenly becoming creative, I am just annoyed.
  47. FinsFan

    Discussion Are Side Hustles Becoming a Necessity?

    Or people with families. Free time isn’t just unlimited like that.
  48. FinsFan

    Discussion Are Side Hustles Becoming a Necessity?

    Not gonna lie I tried doing a side hustle and it just made me more stressed. Working all day and then coming home to do more work isn’t it.
  49. FinsFan

    Discussion Ethical Advertising

    Yep, that's the unfortunate reality.
  50. FinsFan

    Discussion Federal Government going back to court

    Either way, I think most people can agree this whole situation didn’t exactly make the government look great 😅
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