Quebec separatists have proven they'll stop at nothing in their quest to crush English language rights and turn a bilingual Canadian province into a French-only separate state. Quebec's provincial government alarmed many when it enacted its odious sing law restricting the use of English. Although this blatant human rights violation was struck down by the Supreme courts of Quebec and Canada, the provincial government enacted its sign law anyway. How? Quebec invoked its infamous Section 33 Notwithstanding Clause to overrule the highest courts in the land Join renowned Canadian writer Michael...

Formerly able to over-rule provincial laws, Canada is now helpless to stop Quebec and other provinces from acting against national interests. The author examines the high cost of decentralisation and its dire implications for Canada's future.

After years in a mental institution, 1960s flower-child Jay Emerson escapes and 'awakens' in a world he no longer understands. Like a modern-day Rip Van Winkle, he finds everything and everyone around him has changed: 'Message' songs have been replaced by meaningless disco dance tunes; boxy econo-cars travel roads previously dominated by muscle cars; anti-establishment friends are now materialistic 9-to-5 strangers - and they refuse to reveal the fate of his former girlfriend... ..".gives new perspective to the 'Sixties Era... detined to become a cult classic..." - Amanda Hyde, author, Broken...

History is invariably written from the perspective of the winners. But losers also have stories to tell. And there are valuable lessons to be learned from the defeated. Join author Michael B. Davie as he examines the meaning and significance of such diverse events as the l700s Acadian expulsion in Canada; Vietnam War and the defeat of Walter Mondale to Ronald Reagan in the United States; and the forced famines of the Ukrainian Holocaust. It's a fascinating look at those who faced life's trials - and came in second.

The government of the day enjoys enormous freedom to enact legislation and exert its will on the population. On the sidelines of political power are other players who struggle to make their voices heard. This book looks at three groups on the outside looking in: the media, the opposition Canadian Alliance Party and its forerunners; and women. The author examines the contribution made by each of these outsiders, the challenges they face and the limitations they encounter. He also explores the circumstances and conditions needed to increase their influence and ensure their distant voices are...

Ever wonder why some people achieve impressive success while others reach for the brass ring only to see it slip from their grasp? Join Michael B. Davie as he examines success strategies employed by some truly innovative business leaders. Read the life stories and success tips of today's most successful people including billionaire business leader Michael DeGroote and brewery icon Teresa Cascioli.

Ever wonder why some people achieve impressive success while others reach for the brass ring only to see it slip from their grasp? This book examines the success strategies and tips employed by some truly innovative business leaders, including CARSTAR, today one of the world's most successful vehicle repair businesses.

The book Toronto doesn't want you to read! Tired of Hogtown's constant preening, pretentiousness and pomposity? This book is for you. This book is also for hard-core Toronto fans - if they have the patience to read to the end (they aren't known for their patience). Why Everybody Hates Toronto is based on survey data and exhaustive research (the author tires easily). Why Everybody Hates Toronto is an insightful, witty, informative and wonderful look at one of the world's great cities. Soon to be a major bestseller!

Ever wonder why some people achieve impressive success while others reach for the brass ring only to see it slip from their grasp? This book examines the success strategies and tips employed by some truly innovative business leaders, including CARSTAR, today one of the world's most successful vehicle repair businesses.

..". interesting poems that take you to unusual places, captivate the imagination... clever use of imagery and poetic rhythm..." - Deborah Morrison, author, Mystical Poetry "G. W. Down is a rare talent... intriguing... impressive... a gifted poet ... effortlessly draws the reader deep inside the moods and places he creates." - Michael B. Davie, author, Poetry for the Insane: The Full Mental "G.W. Down's poems engage the reader with clarity and colourful imagery..." - Elizabeth Grandbois, author, In Dreams