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My Canadian Experience
Report for March 2025


I set the scene with this video and we'll see how things develop from here.

Even EU Shocked By Canada’s Bold Move to Replace the U.S. With EU in Oil Export!

In this video, we explore how Canada—long America’s top energy partner—is pivoting to European (and potentially Asian) markets amid fears of new, steep U.S. tariffs. With Canada’s vast oil, natural gas, and electricity exports at stake, is Washington risking its own energy security by forcing Ottawa to diversify? And could Canada’s alliances with the EU disrupt the global balance of trade and energy? We examine the economic, geopolitical, and technological implications of this emerging “energy revolution.”

Case Plumbing invoice to fix the plumbing leak. 

Belfor has now made several visits to repair the damage done which includes a new ceiling in the kitchen.

Trump's an idiot... he keeps imposing tariffs on Canada and then the next day taking them off again, How can anyone plan the future with so much turbulence?

Here's how tariffs could impact Sask. exports of potash and crude oil

What is Potash and why could it be Canada’s trump card in the trade war?

Montana wheat farmer talks about potential impact of Trump tariffs

My jaw is dropped': Canadian official's interview stuns Amanpour

Canada ‘being treated like trash’ amid insults, tariffs from U.S. President Trump

I'd note that HandyBros came to replace my Humidifier under warranty, However the technician then gave different advice on how to run the system which means that all three technicians that have visited me all had different ideas on how it should be setup.

In my view this shows a lack of training by the company.  There really should be only one way to setup the system not three or more. Also, the fact that the previous technician who came to do my semi annual inspection didn't even notice the humidifier was broken also calls into question the training standards of the company.

I would also add that given I was told that this new system would give me peace of mind for 10 years warranty coverage of the system and that I'd not need to pay anything for this period as all was covered under warranty then they provide me with a two sided leaflet headed...

Enhanement - 0-4 years
In which they say "The equipment enhancement age in the time period where we want to protect the equipment and ensure the longest life span possible. Enhancement components installed in the first 4 - 5 years can add more than 5 years to the overall expected lifespan. These enhancements are not required but are solely for the purpose of getting the maximum lifespan out of existing equipment and preventing external damage from happening.

They go onto list items that can be upgraded or added like...

Stainless Steel Burners.
Control Board Protector
Equipment Surge Protector
Humidifier
Turbo Capacitor
Insect Proof Contactor
Compressor Saver
5" Filter Cabinet

All of which costs extra of course.

If they were the best company then you'd expect them to add all these items to the initial install and also negotiate a better price to get it all added to your system right from the start.

I can only conclude that they are con artists of the very worst degree. And so I conclude that their charitable work is also a con as clearly they con enough people to pay out lots of extra money to enable them to afford to give out charitable work which they get great publicity for.

You really can't trust this company.

Of course their main competitor Postma is also very expensive which is why i ended up going to Case Plumbing for my plumbing work.

Continued progress in Canada...

Canada Just Made Sure Russia REGRETS Invading Ukraine

How Canada Survives in the Era of Trump's America

Trump GOES SILENT after Market TANKS: Dow falls 900 points, Should Americans Brace for a Recession?

New U.S. immigration rules for Canadians
U.S. immigration lawyer Len Saunders says the U.S. enforcing a visitor registration law for Canadians is ‘disastrous’ because most won't know about it and could face arrest.

CANADA’s Trade Bombshell: Blocking US Exports at the Borders: Political Bluff or True?

Chatham-Kent has provided a web page for Tariff Support at:
https://www.chatham-kent.ca/EconomicDevelopment/businessresources/Pages/Tariff-Support.aspx
View the page here in pdf format

Also, The Chatham Voice Newspaper has provided a couple of articles in the issue for Thursday March 13...

Elbows Up and C-K promotes 'Team Canada'm approach

also in their editorial section they have placed an editorial entitled...

Respect is earned, Donald Trump

Editor: I saw on TV that Donald Trump was at a NATO meeting and was demanding that officials and nations show him respect.

I quickly remembered Chatham's own Jamie Bedford (son of a well liked and respected long-serving Chatham police officer, the late Jim Bedford). Jamie liked to wear his plain-coloured T-shirt with wording on the front. There were large letters that spelled "Respect" and below that it said "Give it" and then "Get it".

What simple words and what a powerful message.

Poor Mr. Trump. He doesn't realize that you can't force or buy respect... you have to earn respect. 

Trump will never have respect His "friends" merely tolerate him.

This reminds me of the two fellows standing at the side of the road as a hearse followed by two cars, was carrying a very wealthy man to his grve. One fellow said to the other, "Poor man, all he had was money."

And now we see Wayne Gretzky (the former Great One) all cozy with Trump. Has Wayne been sucked in by greed?  My respect meter has gone from hero to zero for him.

Poor old Grezky. Now just a rich man.

If Alex Ovechkin passes Gretzky for the all-time NHI, goal scoring lead, will Trump dump Wayne as he did Mike Pence?

Bill Elders
Chatham.

Seems that the new Canadian Prime Minister is taking a leaf out of the Conservative leaders play book...

Carney addresses the Trump threat in his first day as PM

CANADA Defies TRUMP, Kills F-35 Deal, Turns to Europe

New Canadian PM Mark Carney & Emmanuel Macron in Paris for talks

Canada’s Mark Carney speaks after meeting with European leaders

Why Aluminum Tariffs May Be Pricey For Americans

Should mention that I've continued to work on adding content to my two web sites most days.  That's my main site, ElectricScotland.com and the newer site ElectricCanadian.com Both sites have a "What's New" page where you can see what was added in the past 3-4 weeks.

Belfor are still working on restoring my home after the water leak. I am hoping that they will complete the work by the end of this week.

Carney holds news conference in Iqaluit

Canadian Political Affairs update with Brian Lilley in Toronto, ON March 18, 2025

Danielle Smith BRUTALLY DESTROYS Mark Carney On Live TV and Supports Pierre Poilievre

Canadian seafood finding success in other markets

Canada swoops in front of US to buy world-leading Australian radar technology

EU & Canada's Just Pulled the Trigger U.S. Again -Canada Ditches Trump’s F-35 Deal– Europe Steps In!

Building Canada First

The Ring of Fire

Ontario’s Ring of Fire
Learn more about the Ring of Fire, a significant mineral development region in the Far North of Ontario.

Can Trump Broker Peace Between Putin and Ukraine?

Canada's BOLD Military Move Leaves Trump FUMING!

No uncertainty or years of delay. Just go!

Former Liberal MP warns of what a Mark Carney-led future may hold

Why Trump's Goal Of Annexing Canada Would Actually Lead To The Canadian Takeover Of The U.S.

PM Carney to call election on Sunday with vote as soon as April 28

Is Sweden's Gripen a Smarter Choice Than the US F-35? Here’s the Truth

Carney outlines national trade strategy after meeting with premiers

Premiers, Carney speak after 1st meeting

Election called in Canada

Carney says Canada is 'stronger together' in election pitch

Full Raw Speech: Pierre Poilievre Warns Trump After Mark Carney Announces Snap Polls

FURIOUS Canada DESTROYS Trump after AUTO TARIFFS
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Canada standing up to Donald Trump as he imposes new automobile tariffs as part of his trade war.

Danielle Smith nukes Mark Carney/The Liberal Party and others. Wow!

As part of the Belfor team they used a Gavin Clowater (Tel: 519 350 5261) to do some trim work, dry walling and painting.  I must say he did a very good job and do contact him if you need this kind of work done and he also does flooring and some basic electrical work as well.

I do need some guttering work done and Belfor recommended Jem Roofing so will see if they can come out to look at doing some work for me and will let you know how this goes.

What I need is the top guttering cleaned at the back of the house but Jem doesn't do that kind of work so still looking for someone to do that.

My friend Nola Crewe came down to attend a funeral in the local area and so put her up for a couple of nights and lent her my car.  That meant I needed to get a taxi to my appointment with the Anjema Eye Institute for my regular 6 weekly eye injection.  Cost $20.00 each way and used two different taxi companies and it was the exact same price so looks like there may be a price cartel in this area. Just saying.

Should also mention that my local handiman (Doug) also cleaned my internal walls in the kitchen, living room and hallway and did some painting to freshen things up.  He did a good job. I actually thought I would need to repaint the walls but giving them a good wash down meant it wasn't needed.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre proposes new national energy corridor –March 31, 2025
English language starts 20 minutes into this talk.

So as so much has gone on this month I have decided to close of this entry and will start a new one for April.


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