#supermodelindisguise

[happyhealthycats]

We have a stray cat that comes and eats my cat's food (my cats: 1m, 1f, desexed, indoor/outdoor). They seem cautious of the stray cat - will hiss and what I feel is defensive ("pretend to be tough"). But will also let him eat. The stray cat will watch us if we are near but will still eat in our presence as long as we don't get too close. Thoughts on what's happening and if it's offensive to our cats if we give the stray food - I do this sometimes if I'm able to.

So this may be succinct, because I’ve always been vocal about my opinion of indoor/outdoor cats (a brief summary: don’t). 

Do not feed stray cats, regardless of how your own cats interact with them. Certain places have laws about ownership of cats, and feeding a stray cat may LEGALLY make you responsible. Meaning, this cat gets hurt, you have to take them to the vet or you may be charged with animal neglect. 

If you are concerned about a stray cat in your area, contact your local shelter. Local colonies need to be documented and cared for by professionals. They may use volunteers, but those volunteers have a lot of legal protection that the average person may not.

Like I said, I’m only aware of the laws where I live (and where I live is very strict about the “you feed it you own it” mentality), so you have to do your own research. Reach out to your local shelter and see what your options are. See if the cat can be identified by a TNR program and in a known colony, if not, get that cat to a shelter immediately.

(Also, as an aside, not using this post to go off on TNR programs. I’ve dealt with enough controversy on this blog and if y’all want to deal with it it’s on y’all. If you want a private opinion you can DM me).

[allthecanadianpolitics]

I'm not sure if this has been done yet. But wouldn't it be more relevant for the Cardinal of Canada to apologise for residents schools, instead of the Pope?

Maybe, but the Pope is the head of the Church so I think his word would carry more meaning.

[dundermifflinscranton]

A girl I went to school with said I reminded her of Dwight. Im not sure what she meant, nor how to take it. It was like 10 years ago. Yet I still think about it.

I’m sure this is what she meant!

[nhl-starbucks]

Jordie Benn

Jordie Benn prefers mocha frappes, but he drinks black coffee in public to keep up his tough-guy lumberjack image.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

I was wondering if the indigenous peoples have any issues with Canada Day. Because where I live they do have issue with Australia Day and wish for the date to be changed, with some communities referring to it as Invasion Day.

Yes, many indigenous people in Canada have always been opposed to Canada Day (and the Canadian State as well), but the movement has gained new momentum this year because its Canada’s 150th birthday.

In response to #Canada150, Indigenous people have launched a counter hashtag on twitter: #Resistance150

This article has some more information on that:

Artists and activists use Twitter to highlight 150 years of Indigenous resistance

And:

Resistance 150: Indigenous artists challenge Canadians to reckon with our history

[allthecanadianpolitics]

With the issue of John Macdonald statues, (I'd guess opinion would be varied.) But is the fact they exist the issue, or is it a case of education ala changing what the plaque says - which has been suggested in my own country rather than totally getting rid of them. I don't know the history of Canada's 'discovery', nor the culture surrounding it and the feelings the indigenous have for that time period, so I was just curious.

I don’t know if there’s a unified opinion for those opposed to the statues and tributes to JAM. Some people want them removed completely, because more than any other man in Canadian History, JAM is responsible for genocide and the current poor conditions in indigenous communities. Others want further education, and others still want to promote indigenous people as statues and tributes, and lay the JAM issue to rest.

I think each position has its merits. I’m personally uncomfortable with the statues and tributes remaining as is. JAM is integral to the history of Canada, but he’s also largely responsible for destroying thousands if not millions of lives, both figuratively and literally.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

I'm sure I've said this before. But I love your blog. I find it interesting to know what's happening in The Great White North. Especially since on this side of the world whenever Trudeau is brought up he is praised. And I have a quiet laugh, knowing that it's not entirely the case.

You’re welcome.

Not everything is as peachy in Canada as the international media seems to believe. Canada does some good, but a lot of BS too.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

According to one of my profs wearing a headdress to a festival et al is illegal (? Not sure if that's the right term) in Canada. Is this true?

Many music festivals in Canada have banned them:

Canadian music festivals ban First Nations headdress over cultural insensitivity

I agree with them. Headdresses are sacred symbols to many indigenous groups. They should not be worn by just anyone, especially not in the common ways that many do, that actively mock indigenous people.