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Of real concern

October 1, 2013

(Picture of Nyima with her mother Abee) Life for most appears to be one big “worry”.  It is no wonder that for many, life feels like a treadmill that continues …

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Creating a new economy

July 4, 2013

The time has come to recognize that in the world the economy has collapsed and a new economy must be created. The old economy was created after the great depression …

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Political Power – a necessary transition

December 13, 2012

We don’t have to look very far to witness the excessive use of political power by those who control governments.  Any modicum of a majority is enough to push radical …

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Masters of Our Own Destiny

August 9, 2012

A new mantra has appeared in the continuing effort to justify the Muskrat Falls Hydro project, with its ever escalating price tag and dubious provincial benefit package.  Other arguments have …

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Corner Brook Pulp andPaper – a sad but necessary demise

June 26, 2012

In Newfoundland and Labrador since its beginning giveaways were a big part of economic development.  The list of enterprises that have been built with government support is endless.  The losses …

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Welcome to my website!

It is intended to be a forum to communicate, share and engage with others the lessons learned from people in many countries of the world. It is my way of paying tribute to the teachers and mentors from all walks of life who shared so openly their ideas, knowledge and beliefs. Hopefully we can generate a dialogue on the importance of community in our lives; no matter where or how we live.

William Pardy

MBAA Kano Foundation

We hope to create an example that will inspire a network of small-scale foundations across Canada

A Mother's Love
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