John

Police are also trained to use lethal force if and when necessary......think about it! Using a hand held device while driving has been proven to increase your likelihood of an accident. Some of us ( I guess you) just don't get it! Thankfully you are not driving in my town.............

Just because someone disagrees Rick doesn't mean you are wrong. The issue with a piece of software is the phone companies (Apple/Samsung) would never let it happen. Case in point is Apple's outright refusal to help crack criminals cell phones. Heavy fines and DEMERIT points are not perfect but will cause enough pain so that these IDIOTS will eventually get it or lose their driving privileges. Biggest problem with this approach is enforcement.

I'm not sure that there would be a workable way to impound the phone....the service providers, Bell, Rogers etc. would fight it to the Supreme Court. I understand that fines simply provide a certain level of pain, however, $400 is nowhere near enough pain. First offence should be 4 demerit points and $1000.00, automatic and no pleading in court. The level of pain would then be increased through their insurance company depending on whether the offender has had other driving issues. Second offence should be severe enough in terms of demerits that the offender loses driving privileges and will probably need to go to the secondary insurance market to obtain coverage and that is VERY painful. If I seem a little callous and passionate about this issue, I have seen first hand some of the carnage caused by those that choose to text and drive........

We will have to test drive some of those Muskie opener Joey.....

It deserves a reunion and soon if we can find a suitable location. I can't abuse my liver too many more years at my age....

Was thinking an IV drip would eliminate the stomach issues.......

The best Islay malt Wayne...

Yep was aware it was you two that did the liver damage with the moonshine Art, was just paying a little tribute to GCD is all.... ..I am already coating my insides with layers of protection. Should be ready around June 17!

OMG...............ya don't mean GCD do ya Art?

I too would recommend Mashkinonje Lodge. Regan and Goldie have done a great job since they took over. They welcome you warmly and take care of you well during your stay. Regan has done a great job of learning the waters and "spots"....

Thanks for the memories Brian. Was a ritual for many years ( I believe I missed the first 2). Surprisingly there were few casualties, (mostly liver and brain damage from the white lightening, the source of which shall not pass from these lips )....this fishing was always stellar, the catching not always, but the times and friendships epic! We always seemed to have more than plenty of pike fillets for the pot luck fish fry and awards (BTW the batter b-i-t-c-h-e-s were my favorite, gently caressing the fillets with egg and secret blend coating )....oh and I joined the FF's immediately and unfortunately never left to this day.. Vitamin water never worked for me.....bloody ceasar all the way!

Yep, but in fairness Dan, all shops including mine do a multi-point vehicle inspection with oil change or tire change. We do an honest inspection with written report that the customer is involved in and is offered as a service. Written quote for all repairs needed and the customer has the option of getting a second opinion. We see vehicles in here DAILY with no brakes, leaking shocks and struts, bald tires, rotten brake and power steering lines just to name a few issues..... A prime example of the need to ditch e-tests and replacing it with a safety inspection every two years.

What Dan says...

Heard you were good with wood Chris . Wish the first one was mine!!

Verdict - 10 years minus time served plus 12 year driving ban..

Welcome Tom, nice intro!

I was under the impression that the crown was asking for 10 years and his council was asking for 5?

Had one of these in the late 60's /early 70's unfortunately it disappeared when I moved from the UK to Canada. Probably the best steel of any knife I have owned. Handles were a little slippy when they got coated in slime...

All got to do with US trade embargo being lifted...

That's why we are doing Nova Scotia and PEI this year and Nfld next..

On these threads you reap what you sow Cliff. Over the years you have offered great advice and gone out of your way to help so many. Hope that you and Sue have a great trip we will compare notes when we return Mid Sept....

Cliff accommodation will probably run $100 to $150 a night depending on what you choose... not sure 100% on Newfoundland prices but Barbara and I are paying average $140 a night for B&B in Nova Scotia and PEI in early Sept. Off season rates don't really start till October. We are still deciding whether to drive or fly. Flights and rental car are about the same as gas and additional nights accommodation to drive. I understand ferry cost is expensive so may be another reason to fly?

The old (40 +) Finnish and Norwegian knives were excellent. The last one I had finally went to knife heaven about 8 years ago. Blade was so thin and narrow that it finally snapped on me..looked more like a skinny overly flexible boning knife towards the end...

Google is your friend...

We are already changing lots back to all season...it's not the air temps that kill winter tires it's the temp of the pavement. Unless your policy has specific clauses I'm not sure how they can deny a claim? Having said that March 31- April 15 is typical..