Author Archives: Edward Brain

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About Edward Brain

I am a long time condo activist and have a background in Business Administration. I am also an avid transit enthusiast, photographer, and filmmaker.

Should the Minimum Wage be Increased?

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Edward Brain

The Government of Ontario has announced that it plans to increase the minimum wage to $11.00, up 75¢ from $10.25.  The increase is planned to come into effect on June 1st, 2014. The decision has created discussion on whether or … Continue reading →

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Developer Must Pay Share of Maintenance Fees

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has a new article about condominiums.  So lets discuss it: QUESTION:  Following registration of our condo, the developer appointed the first board of directors. The board then passed a resolution limiting the common expense contributions to be paid … Continue reading →

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Canadian Opera Company Announces New Season

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Edward Brain

The Canadian Opera Company (COC) has announced its 2014-15 season. The new season sees a reduction in the number of productions from seven operas to six.  three performances are new, while the other three are revivals.  Some are the COC’s … Continue reading →

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Alex Rodriguez Suspended One Year

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Edward Brain

Following lengthy arbitration, Alex Rodriguez has been suspended for 2014 Major League Baseball (MLB) season, plus the play-offs.  This is due to his use of use of performance enhancing drugs.  Initially, he was suspended for over 200 games, plus the … Continue reading →

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Cooperstown Class of 2014

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Edward Brain

Today Cooperstown announced the Class of 2014 for the baseball Hall of Fame.  The three winners this year are Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux, and Frank Thomas. All three have won multiple awards during their careers.  Both Glavine and Maddux were … Continue reading →

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Team Canada Announces Olympic Team

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Edward Brain

Team Canada has announced its roster for the Men’s team at the upcoming Olympic games in Sochi Russia. The team sees 11 members of the 2010 Gold Medal winning team again representing Canada.  Nine players have won the Stanley Cup, … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 1, 2014 by Edward Brain

I just want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year and all the best for the future! 2013 was a very newsworthy year – from the Mayor of Toronto’s antics, to expense scandal involving the Canadian Senate, to the … Continue reading →

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Who Could the Blue Jays Sign?

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Edward Brain

I’d like to briefly discuss some potential free agents that the Toronto Blue Jays could sign. The following players could make an impact with the team:

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Canada at the World Juniors

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Edward Brain

With the 2014 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship (World Juniors) starting tomorrow in Malmö Sweden, I’d like to discuss Canada‘s performance at the tournament. Canada has had a tradition of being very successful at the tournament, with an overall record … Continue reading →

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Team Canada’s Roster set for 2014 World Juniors

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Edward Brain

Team Canada has finalized the team that will represent Canada at the World Juniors starting Thursday. After cutting their last three players following yesterday’s 3-0 loss to Sweden and their 4-2 win over Finland on December 20th.  The last three … Continue reading →

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