January 2008 Regarding, Joe Warmington’s column, Canadian Soldier Kills Taliban (Jan. 3, 2009), I would like to add that although we don’t know exactly what happened, this could be a case of history repeating itself. Anyone not familiar with the story of Lt. Harry “Breaker” Morant, a veteran of the South Africa (Boer) War, should …
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Dec 28 2010
Government vs private sector jobs
October 2009 I have been a government worker for the past 22 years, but have also spent some time working in the private sector, so I do have an opinion on both. I’m not trying to convert anyone to the side of government workers. Anyone who, shall we say, has a dislike of public service …
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Dec 28 2010
Flashing green light, pull to the right
October 2009 I’ve noticed several signs posted around the county about this topic, so maybe this subject bears repeating here: when you see flashing green lights on a car in your rear-view mirror, pull to the right. This is a volunteer firefighter on their way to a fire call. Small towns and rural communities are …
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Dec 28 2010
Service not just overseas
Published in the Barrie Advance 11 November 2009 This time of the year, our thoughts turn to our military veterans; those brave men and women who have donned the uniform of Canada. We particularly honour those who served overseas, in combat zones or on peacekeeping tours, but any person who has honorably served in the …
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Dec 05 2010
Centralia Sam – A legacy of love of family, life and service to country
Published in the Toronto Sun, 2 November 2025 Published in “ON WINDSWEPT HEIGHTS II: Historical Highlights of the Royal Canadian Air Force” – 2015 Edition Published in the Air Force Magazine, Spring 2011 Published on the Royal Canadian Air Force web site, 8 November 2011 Near the town of Centralia, Ontario, north of …
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Nov 07 2010
Now that would be a hoot
Published in the Toronto Sun 15 July 2010 Congratulations to CTV news anchor Lloyd Robertson on his retirement.It is well deserved. Any chance “Count Floyd” (aka SCTV’s Joe Flaherty) will be available to host the retirement dinner? Bruce Forsyth Barrie (Now that would be a hoot)
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Nov 06 2010
Toronto Police did the sensible thing
Published in the Toronto Sun 5 July 2010 Did Toronto Police do the right thing in not confronting the rioters when they were damaging property? I don’t think there is a definitive, black and white answer. Sure police could have charged into the crowd and arrested the terrorist idiots, but that is not always the …
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Oct 26 2010
Naive to state combat troops unnecessary
Midland-Penetanguishene Mirror 28 July 2010 MIDLAND – Re: “How is the military helping our world?” Letters,July 22.Ms. Brock says, “If we didn’t have any soldiers, then we would not beable to have any wars, for who would fight them?”The statement is very naive. We need combat troops. Eventually, you haveto prove to enemies or potential …
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Sep 19 2010
Don’t let Allandale go
Published in the Barrie Advance, 16 September 2010 I disagree with the naming of the new GO station as the Barrie Waterfront GO station. As cities grow, parts of our heritage naturally tend to disappear, sometimes needlessly. Allandale was not simply a street corner, but an important railway hub north of Toronto. Naming the station the …
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About the Author
Bruce Forsyth served in the Royal Canadian Navy Reserve for 13 years (1987-2000). He served with units in Toronto, Hamilton & Windsor and worked or trained at CFB Esquimalt, CFB Halifax, CFB Petawawa, CFB Kingston, CFB Toronto, Camp Borden, The Burwash Training Area and LFCA Training Centre Meaford.