"Canada is broken, axe the tax ..." are chants courtesy of the Conservative Party seeking power by denigrating
the carbon tax effort as well as the entire great country of Canada. Yes, like in all countries there are problems. Despite the flaws, according to the 2023 Best Countries ranking by
U.S. News, Canada had been rated second-best in the world overall. (The "broken" mantra inspired a poem at the bottom of this post.)
As Canada drifts into the election in 2025, I suspect climate change will dawn even on some refusing to accept its human causes and seriousness. The tax (rebated to folks of modest income) is just a small piece of what needs to be done. Coastal communities like Crescent Beach are particularly vulnerable to storm surges and sea rises.
There has been much thought given to how to mitigate the inevitable and/or prevent damage to the small seaside community as described
HERE.
Meanwhile, people are also enjoying their precious moments on Earth. When breezes appear so do the sailboats.
For the curious there is much to explore and do.
There's also lots to protect inland, including forests and park lands where fire is always a fear. At Crescent Park, a walk amid rustling leaves as songbirds flit through the trees, and breathing in the mossy woodsy scents beneath a canopy of green, never ceases to inspire serenity and respect for the natural world. Indeed, trees are on the front lines, drawing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, storing carbon in trunks, branches and roots. Canada has an estimated 318 billion trees ... but who's counting and who can we count on to do what is right for life on this improbable planet that is our home.
Canada isn't broken but problem-solving can break down regarding key issues, especially when opposing factions seek to erode confidence, create wedges, distract and solve nothing. Despite this, to those who know history and what true freedom means, Canada remains strong, free and a beacon. "O Canada! Our home and
broken land!" sounds like the wrong song to be singing and for which we need not stand.
Great skies.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of your Canada. Wow, such beauty.
ReplyDeleteThe climate change deniers are everywhere sowing discord and confusion all over.
In Houston, Tx the local GOP chapter is mad at the local utility for not being more ready on the latest hurricane recovery. They rail that Houston has had three severe weather events just this year. The irony is just too much. Where do they think this increasingly severe weather is coming from.
Beautiful photos. I love seeing those little sailboats out on the water. Canada may not be perfect, but I think it's doing better than the rest of us!
ReplyDeleteYour nature photos are breathtaking. I hope the upcoming elections bring you peace and prosperity.
ReplyDeleteI have faith in Canada. I think it's a great place.
ReplyDeleteThis is so interesting, Maria. I am interested to know if the carbon tax is working well - both in terms of providing the money for mitigation/ adaptions where needed and pushing industries to reduce emissions. I will look it up and read some more.
ReplyDeleteWe may be on the verge of loosing our glow here in the U.S. Same and change exist at the same time. Love the clouds and the peek of blue on the duckie.
ReplyDelete...Maria, you have shown the beauty of your beloved Canada and it such be easy to see that steps need to be taken to preserve all of this. But short sighted greed prevents many from this vision. Take care and be well.
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos of beautiful Canada ~ The world is 'changing' everywhere ~ none are free from problems ~ hugs,
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
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A beautiful tribute (photos and poem) to a beautiful country. I haven't been in years, but quite a few family vacations were in BC and Alberta.
ReplyDeleteI love Canada! I’d recommend Canada for my grandchildren when they want to study abroad. Life matters, price matters, but who can sacrifice their loved ones and offsprings for an idea? I’d like to believe human being are rational even “in this tide of woe.” Sure, Canada stand unbroken. Wonderful photos; sailboats look racing with clouds and Crescent Park clad in greenery is soothing.
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You make an excellent point, stardust, what lunacy sacrifices offspring? It makes no common sense.
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ReplyDeleteCanada is beautiful, I love the views of the beach and the park. The ducks are cute! If only people would fact check before believing the fake news stories. Corporate Greed is one of the biggest problems. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
Lovely pictures. My favorite is the duck, a pretty duck on our sidewalk is my only illustration today. Yes, but Canada will heal, choosing the wrong one in for ours, the U.S., could send us to ruins, back for the taking.
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Beautiful images. I am seeing a timely reminder to step back and look at the big picture while nurturing an appreciation of small pleasures.
ReplyDeletewhat a WONDERFUL post filled with so much beauty!! i have been to canada twice and i remember being in awe of the landscapes!! the clouds are magnificent, really stealing the show!!
ReplyDeleteHello. Great post. I like the Crescent park photos the most.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
The sense of turmoil--about the state of our planet and the social spirit--seems to be a nearly universal thing. The same troubles are tearing the US apart. The fear is personal and communal. I feel all the feels in your notes and in the poem. So much has been lost, so much can still be lost... and some days, I don't know if we'll able to salvage what's left. I hope we can recover from the breaking, hold it together... for the souls to come.
ReplyDeleteI read that Canada comes in as first country of choice for people wanting to emigrate. Folk from my era Down Under, Canada sticks fast in the recesses of the mind. Every Aussie of my age knows how to dance the Canadian three step ( compulsory weekly p.e. programme back then at school...was a fun dance!.How many Canadians still know how to dance this one. Maybe only the old timers like myself.:) Enjoyed your pics and wordsl
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DeleteFabulous photos! As well as pertinent words. Yes it's true that, alongside the devastation we are causing, still there are many instances of beauty in nature to enjoy – and what a waste it would be, not to enjoy them.
ReplyDeleteFantastic images, each one studied and details taken in, the same for this powerful narrative. Thank you for another wonderful post that makes want to find out more. I have many great memories of my time in Canada, the people we met, the scenery. I once traveled with family from Niagara Falls to the point where we crossed into North Dakota. It was an amazing trip and one I will never forget.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, making me want to be there. And sure Canada is beautiful, may it remain unbroken forever, like how Magaly says for the soul's to come
ReplyDeleteThere seem to be opposing views in many countries. Your trees are magnificent!
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