Call them the Rambo amendment and the Krinkles amendment.
Ward 6 Councillor Carolyn Parrish is preparing two notices of motion for her fellow City councillors that will put the bite on a couple of controversial policies that have not made Mississauga animal control the most popular department with local animal lovers.
The Rambo amendment cites the fact that other Ontario jurisdictions have a broader interpretation of the Animals For Research Act for puppies under one year of age and asks staff to come back with a report that would allow suspected pit bulls held in Mississauga to be be transferred to the care of: a person living outside Ontario, a pound operated by another municipality or a designated body such as a humane society or bona fide rescue group.
You'll recall the the third suggestion is the "lost option" that never got offered to Gabriela Nowakowska, the owner of alleged pitbull Rambo. The dog was picked up Christmas Day and now faces the death sentence for wandering through an open fence gate and being nabbed by the animal police.
Gabriela, who still calls the pound a couple of times every day to plead to see her dog, has been told by animal control that it's best she not see Rambo, since it would probably only upset him, especially when they had to be separated again.
She has hired lawyer Anik Morrow to dispute Rambo's designation as a "prohibited" animal.
The Krinkles amendment calls for the period of incarceration for cats picked up by animal control, who have been spayed and neutered and micro-chipped, to be extended from three days to 10, exclusive of stat holidays and Sundays when the animal control centre is closed.
No one is happier about that proposal than Krinkles' owner, Jolanta Wojcik. "It's awesome," she said today when told of Parrish's plans. "Finally, somebody is going to do something about it."
You'll recall the unfortunate case of Krinkles (pictured lounging above in his native Turks and Caicos before he was brought to Mississauga.) He got out of the house while Wojcik, a former student at Mother Teresa, Holy Name and Applewood Heights Secondary, was visiting her native Poland in Oct. He was picked up and held by animal control.
When his owners got home a few days later, Wojcik found a registered letter telling her Krinkles had been picked up and would be destroyed if she did not respond by Saturday. It was already Sunday. Wojcik hurried over there to animl control, only to find it closed. She phoned the next morning to discover her beloved two-year-old pet had been put down on the Saturday.
Still bitter about her experience, Wojcik says the tag on the collar around Krinkles neck when his body returned included half-a-dozen contact telephone numbers. Only one was tried and there was no answer.
"Our main point is that this should not happen," says Wojcik, who strongly supports the longer grace period being granted to animals who obviously have responsible owners. "It was such an unnecessary thing. We live in Mississauga. This is a civilized country, and this is what happens. It's just unreal to me."
The City did forgive Krinkles' owners the $130-plus fee for destroying him. The family thought about suing but hasn't followed up. Rather than fighting the case in the courts, they're much more anxious that the rules be changed so there are no more Krinkles' cases.
They don't have another cat yet. "We don't want to," says Wojcik. "We feel too guilty. We loved him too much to get another cat."
Despite the outpouring of public support for Nowakowska, donations to the Rambo defence fund are still far short of requirements. The institution number for TD Bank on Dundas St. E. where the account is located is 004. The account number is 6273559 and the transit number, 13402.
Nowakowska, who does not have a computer, has set up an e-mail account through a friend, so interested people can contact her. The contact is saverambo@yahoo.ca.
Comments (17)
[quote]So. Did Harper's email come complete with a photo prop or Corporate Canadian logo?[/quote]
Nope.
I fell off my chair when I got the email response.
I just rechecked.
No logo.
It`s not the first email I`ve sent,but it`s the first response.
I must be finally pi$$ing them off.
Carolyn is responding directly to me now.
I know I`m pi$$ing her off.
She`s still my favorite though.
We have a "special" bond.
She`s a rebel.
I like that.
[quote]Sorry there, guy but what makes you think we're so concerned about Democracy in other countries?[/quote]
I know they`re not really concerned about Democracy and there is ALWAYS an ulterior motive but Ontario dog owners would like some of their fake concern.
Maybe the PM and Carolyn could take Dalton out for lunch and suggest that he send out something other than the same form letter.
Maybe the PM could have lunch with SQUIBS and nod politely.
What a great photo op that would be.
Fake concern for Seniors and Ontario dog owners all in one shot.
Muse,you`ll notice that I posted that other article on your blog rather than here.
I was afraid to post it here.
Can you imagine the response I would have got from Carolyn over that article!
I`d be in the slammer with Rambo by now.
Are you being frisked when you approach the hallowed halls?
Back to watching Britney.
Did you hear the latest?
She`s out of the Psych Ward!
Thank dog for some rebels!
I love Carolyn Parrish.
I really,really do!
I used to watch you on the Michael Coren show.
You were my favorite guest.
Note to Rambo supporters.
I got rid of my Satellite service so I could give that money to www.bannedaid.com
I still get the Britney news on CJOH though.
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 11, 2008 3:17 PM
Posted on February 11, 2008 15:17
Hey there, John,
This is for Mac's Gang.
Hey Mac's Gang, you wrote:
Sorry there, guy but what makes you think we're so concerned about Democracy in other countries?
If Canada or the United States makes noises about concern for Democracy in some country, a superficial sniff will locate the real issue --the country's Natural Resources or that country's economic stability or wanting to halt the spread of something our governments don't want the spread of in that country.
But "Democracy" in other countries?
I do agree with you that our own is eroded likely beyond redemption. And it happened during Our Watch --The Boomers' Watch.
Actually when you think of it, it's The Boomers that are now The Man. And WHAT a hypocritical "democracy" we crafted!
Democracy implies some sort of Accountability. I've been Searching for Accountability since June 2006 and haven't found any evidence of it.
Harper passes to Province. Talk about bogus --Harper KNOWS. He knows that the Province created the 2001 Municipal Act giving municipalities power to do their own thing.
The Province has washed its hands of municipalities. Even PROTECTS them from scrutiny. And the municipalities LOBBIED for that to happen via AMO.
As for trying to hold municipalities accountable?
Ya can't. Get used to it, Mac's Gang.
I now have an answer when Youth complain about government not listening to them.
"Don't worry kid, they're just preparing you for when you're an adult.",/em>
So. Did Harper's email come complete with a photo prop or Corporate Canadian logo?
Signed,
The (I finally get it) Mississauga Muse
Posted by The Mississauga Muse | February 11, 2008 2:50 PM
Posted on February 11, 2008 14:50
Bad News Ontario dog owners.
Our Federal Charter Rights don`t matter!
[quote]On behalf of the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, I would like to acknowledge receipt of your e-mail.
While you may be assured that careful consideration has been given to the situation you have described, the matter you have raised does not fall within the jurisdiction of the federal government. You would be best advised, therefore, to pursue your enquiries with the appropriate provincial authority.
I regret that I am unable to provide you with a more favourable response.
L.A. Lavell
Executive Correspondence Officer
for the Prime Minister's Office[/quote]
The Ontario Fiberals violate Section 7 and 11d of the FEDERAL Charter of Rights and Freedoms and I get that response from my Federal Gov`t!
Get it Carolyn??
I wonder if Mr Harper will ask for more troops when war breaks out in Ontario?
Funny how we`re so concerned about Democracy in other countries but we`re not concerned about Democracy in Ontario.
Make the Charter Violation an issue in the upcoming election!
With all due respect Mr Harper,I disagree with you.
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 11, 2008 1:59 PM
Posted on February 11, 2008 13:59
[quote]Lighten up Mac! [/quote]
Carolyn,that one little comment...
tells me you don`t have a clue about the bigger picture.
There are now 2491 people in these 2 Save Rambo groups.
I have asked people to donate as much as they can to
www.bannedaid.com so that other people don`t have to go through this and this Bill can be overturned.
Most people can afford $20.
That`s $49,821 at least,that should be on it`s way to the group that is trying to overturn this Bill for all Canadian citizens.
Most people won`t take the time to even read the info that is provided to them so they know what they`re talking about when they contact politicians.
That would put them one step ahead of the politicians.
As much as people would like to separate this cute little dog from the Main cause,it`s not possible.
You either walk the walk or you don`t!
If people have NOT made a donation to BANNEDAID,then they are just talking the talk.
So NO,I`m NOT going to lighten up!
When RAMBO comes off the front page,one way or another,most people are just going to go away until the next Rambo is on the front page.
Go to KC Dog Blog and read about the "Pit Bull" set on fire by his owner.
Read about a "Pit Bull" with a chain embedded in it`s neck.
Read about the "Pit Bull" electrocuted,drowned,beaten etc.
Read about the NITWIT politicians that are suggesting BSL and citing Ontario`s "working" law.
How dare you suggest that I lighten up!.
I suggest that you get a clue!
You don`t get it!
This ISN`T about RAMBO!
So get off your political high horse with me.
Pass that message on to Mayer Hazel also.
When a BANNEDAID Executive tells me that they have received at least $49,000 from the Save Rambo people,I will certainly smile and breathe a little easier but I will still not lighten up because I will continue the fight for all the other dogs that are being abused and sentenced to death by NITWIT Politicians!
Light enough for you?
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 11, 2008 1:15 PM
Posted on February 11, 2008 13:15
I find it so interesting that The Toronto Sun has not written a thing about the Rambo issue. What are they afraid of?
I guess they have Peter Worthington as their official "pit bull" story man and he is afraid that this might get some positive attention towards the issue!
Posted by Susan | February 11, 2008 1:00 PM
Posted on February 11, 2008 13:00
Thanks for the reminder and the info on the Rambo fund. I'll be toddling to the bank every payday.
Posted by SocialManage | February 10, 2008 5:52 PM
Posted on February 10, 2008 17:52
This blog entry from CAVEAT needs to be read around the world.
I`ll start it off in Mississauga.
I hope you don`t mind CAVEAT.
http://caveat.blogware.com/blog/_archives/2008/2/10/3515776.html
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 10, 2008 2:35 PM
Posted on February 10, 2008 14:35
I would like to direct people to a column written by Stephanie Smyth of AM640 with followup comments.
I hope this blog writer doesn`t mind.
This shows exactly what we`re up against.
Great column suggesting that we
"Ban the Owners"
Couple of naysayers insist that there is no way to do this blah,blah....
Sort of like the politicians(most).
Naysayers ask for solutions.
As did the politicians at committee hearings.
Links are provided.
Do they bother going to read those solutions?
No
They come back with more blah,blah....(like most politicians.)
Here`s the link to Stephanie`s column.
http://www.640toronto.com/station/blog_stephanie_smyth.cfm?bid=21442#comm
Mayor Hazel,
Take the time to read the links in that column(especially the ones about "The Calgary Approach"
You wouldn`t be in this Rambo fiasco now if Dalton had allowed Bill Bruce to testify at the Committee hearings AND had followed his working model.
They`re not players in Calgary.
They really did want a solution to irresponsible owners and they`ve got it.
Pat Rambo on the head,declare him "NSS" and give him back to Gabriella.
If you can legally declare "SS",you should be able to declare "NSS"
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 10, 2008 1:09 PM
Posted on February 10, 2008 13:09
Well its official.. We of the Fight to Save Rambo Facebook page have asked all our members to boycott the city of Mississauga and its businesses. We will also be starting a new page to show the world, what kind of city officials and animal control department Mississauga really has. There is no reason for this kind of abuse. It is a disgusting display of power in a world that already has to much violence and death. We will do everyhting in our power to make people worldwide see what a disgusting track record this city has on Animal Welfare. Although that should not be to much trouble, as our petition has recieved signatures and comments from around the world condemning the city and its stance on Animal Welfare.. Please stay tuned for The Boycott Mississauga page and petition.
Posted by Kerry | February 8, 2008 5:40 PM
Posted on February 8, 2008 17:40
Dear Mac's Gang -
I steadfastly believe Rambo to be a mutt and I'm sure we're going to spring him out of jail!
Meantime, we need to change our procedures so that any other unfortunate mutts, that look like "pit bulls," that don't have persistent owners like Gabriela - aren't nuked while we wait for the courts to complete their tedious, endless crawl to a conclusion. Lighten up Mac! The world isn't perfect - nor is it black and white. We're doing the best we can at a far faster pace than the province or the courts.
Posted by Carolyn Parrish | February 8, 2008 2:56 PM
Posted on February 8, 2008 14:56
A link to Rambo`s story has been placed in the comments on BadRap.
For those who aren`t familiar with BadRap,
they are a small group in the San Francisco Bay area.
They have worked with other agencies and groups to save the lives of the dogs abused
by Ex NFL star(?) Michael Pr#@k.
That letter "M" keeps popping up.
Michael Bryant,Mississauga,McGuinty.
Anyhoo they are all over the news now for giving these dogs and others the chance that they so rightly deserved.
Here`s a link to their most recent blog entry on the "killer" dogs.
Mayor Hazel and Council,
Premier McGuinty and Cabinet and last but not least
Carla Costa, a level-headed animal welfare leader, who works with the Mississauga Humane Society
[quote]If a dog has been bred to fight, then there is clearly a public danger. "If they have been trained to kill, then I would never take the chance," says Costa. "Once they are 'clicked on' for fighting, then there's nothing you can do."[/quote]
Let me introduce you to some facts and some truths about the dogs that are being slaughtered in Ontario.
http://badrap-blog.blogspot.com/2008/02/hey-people-lets-have-pit-bull-party.html
http://www.badrap.org/rescue/
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 8, 2008 11:52 AM
Posted on February 8, 2008 11:52
That is a lovely cat and I feel sorry for the owner.
One takeaway point is that if you will be away for more than a few days, ie, a long weekend, you should board your cat at a suitable kennel. They have containment down to a science and will protect your pet from straying.
All in all, some AC departments are much too quick to kill animals in their care. As if that beautiful cat, even if she were a stray, couldn't have found a new home.
A very sad story. I'm glad that Mississauga is reviewing its policies over animal care and control.
Just as they were one of the few munis who spoke out against the dog ownership ban, it sounds as though they will lead on this and other issues as well.
Posted by Caveat | February 8, 2008 11:24 AM
Posted on February 8, 2008 11:24
Bill 132 could only have been a diversion tactic behind the MPP salary increases because bumping up salaries to find good members of parliament still hasn't worked.
Shuffling cabinet ministers in contrast to Corporate regulations that define CEO's responsibilies looks a lot like the same problems of the past and present Mulroney-Shrieber hearings
http://toronto.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20061220/mpp_pay_raise_061220?hub=TorontoHome
Posted by Wayne Nagy | February 8, 2008 10:48 AM
Posted on February 8, 2008 10:48
And returning to a comment made by Mayor Hazel
[quote]"You can't imagine the cost of this," she said, "and the staff time.[/quote]
This is peanuts compared to what this BSLegislation is costing the taxpayers of Ontario
http://chicobandido.blogspot.com/2007/04/we-can-spend-your-money-and-you-cant.html
[quote]In addition, for some records, access is denied under s. 21 of the Act, as disclosure would constitute an unjustified invasion of personal privacy, and under s. 18(1)(c)-(e) of the Act, as the records contain information where the disclosure could reasonably be expected to prejudice the economic interests of an institution, information where the disclosure could reasonably be expected to be
INJURIOUS TO THE FINANCIAL INTERESTS OF ONTARIO,
and positions, plans, procedures, criteria or instructions to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of an institution or the Government of Ontario.[/quote]
How DARE you continue to waste people`s hard earned money over puppies?
My father received ONE BATH a week at an Ontario Nursing home during the last year of his life and that`s exactly how many baths the Seniors in your Municipality are receiving.
So get off your high horse, stand up,borrow some "balls" and say NO MORE to Dalton McGuinty.
I urge people to stand up to these politicians now!
My father had a favorite saying about politicians.
"They don`t walk on water,
they just wash in it like the rest of us"(Once a week if you`re a Senior in an Ontario Nursing home)
Knock them down a few pegs.
Tell them to neuter and muzzle themselves!
This was NEVER what Gov`t was meant to be.
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 7, 2008 4:53 PM
Posted on February 7, 2008 16:53
I will tell you this.. If she does lose this case and the MURDERS of Mississauga do put him down.. We will ask all animal lovers worldwide, to boycott Mississauga and its businesses Believe me.. with the power of the internet and Facebook..The whole world will know what a bunch of Murdering cowards Mayor Hazel and her bad of clowns are..
Posted by Kerry | February 7, 2008 4:39 PM
Posted on February 7, 2008 16:39
....and to Mississauga Mayor McCallion and council
I walked this dog(Brown and white one,the other is just "substantially similar" to a dog!)
http://jmac53.bravejournal.com/index.php
for 2 years without a muzzle!
I invited Premier McGuinty and Dick Head Bryant down to meet me on my Road Allowance to either attempt to seize this dog or lay a charge for non-compliance(And that was BEFORE "Pit Bull" terrier was struck).
I sent them the OPP`s number and my Township`s number.
No one showed
It was a party of 2.
Mac and myself!
I offered to drive up to Toronto and walk this dog into Queens Park where they could attempt to have him seized or charge me.
NOTHING!!
QUIT WASTING TAXPAYERS MONEY AND PRETENDING THAT YOU`RE DOING SOMETHING USEFUL!
Give the damn dog back and get back to real work!
I`m sure your constituents are getting pretty fed up with you.
I KNOW I AM!
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 7, 2008 3:25 PM
Posted on February 7, 2008 15:25
[quote]The Rambo amendment cites the fact that other Ontario jurisdictions have a broader interpretation of the Animals For Research Act for puppies under one year of age and asks staff to come back with a report that would allow suspected pit bulls held in Mississauga to be be transferred to the care of: a person living outside Ontario, a pound operated by another municipality or a designated body such as a humane society or bona fide rescue group.[/quote]
How about we call him what he is....
A MUTT and give him back to his owner.
Don`t buy into this nonsense that Rambo is illegal.
Who(with any legal authority to do so) has determined that Rambo is "substantially similar"?
And someone (with some legal authority to do so) please explain what that means(legally)?
That is yet to be determined in a court of law.
[quote]Gabriela, who still calls the pound a couple of times every day to plead to see her dog, has been told by animal control that it's best she not see Rambo,[/quote]
I wonder if she would be allowed to visit with Mohamed Harkat(alleged Terrorist)?
He`s out on bail!
Is it just me or is this Province insane?
Some of you are buying this crap!!!
Take your damn muzzles of your alleged "substantially similar" dogs to show support for Gabriella and Rambo.
You don`t own "SS" dogs until you get an individual designation.
Make them jump through hoops.
They want court cases,let`s give them court cases.
Posted by Mac`s Gang | February 7, 2008 3:07 PM
Posted on February 7, 2008 15:07