EDITORIAL FEBRUARY 1, 2019 The Athenaeum
Some valley thoughts on Black History month.
Black History Month in Canada has had some recent powerful successes. There’s a growing, greater understanding and appreciation of the intrinsic value of Black contributions, in science, …
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I turned 80 on the 16th of November, 2018. But this was by no means a unique happening. Millions of people from around the world have reached 80 years and, indeed, lived a lot longer, but for me it was …
A journalist, Kirk Starratt of the Kings County News on December 4, 2018, wrote this about the birthday:
… Continue ReadingA Wolfville native and retired senator facing serious health issues says he was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support as he celebrated
On November 8, 2018, the Honorable Dr. Donald H. Oliver delivered the opening remarks at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s 2nd Inclusion Symposium. Read the Conference Agenda: ENG | FR
Hello / Bonjour. I am honoured to welcome …
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EDITORIAL JULY 4, 2018 Hill Times
The Senate has come a long way since the early 2000s. Back then, Conservative Senator Donald Oliver charged that the Senate’s administration-and the public service, in general-was rife with systemic racism.
“The Senate’s lack …
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The snow is gone. The robins are back. Buds are forming on the trees. Daffodils and tulips have had their colorful run which, for me was a pure delight. It seems everyone, no matter their …
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By JANE TABER NOV. 9, 2013 Globe and Mail
Donald Oliver is no stranger to public humiliation. Growing up in Nova Scotia, he was punched, bullied, spat on and once had a waiter in Halifax announce that “you niggers can …
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