Category Archives: Canada

Podcath

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Thanks to a bit of a kick in the pants useful advice from Professor in Training, I’ve recently discovered the wonderful world of podcasting. (Late adopter, moi?). So I thought I’d share my discoveries, and open up the comments to … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, embarrassing fan girl, exercise, meta, music, silliness, technology | 14 Comments

The BBC on Obama’s visit to Canada

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Cath@VWXYNot?

(From before the actual event) “Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is a Conservative who leads a minority government, and it would be fair to say that he has avoided the temptations of charisma in doing so. […]*The contrast with the … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, politics | 4 Comments

Retreat Part II: Welcome to America!

Posted on January 29, 2009 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Miraculously enough, the morning after the night before dawned bright and hangover free. I was still unprepared for discussing my project with colleagues over breakfast though. Talking shop over coffee, lunch, dinner or drinks is perfectly acceptable, but brainstorming over … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, career, drunkenness, food glorious food, nature, photos, silliness | 19 Comments

Retreat Part I: Speaking out – creakily.

Posted on January 27, 2009 by Cath@VWXYNot?

As regular readers may remember, I work with a group of scientists and clinicians from various departments of my institute. Their research encompasses everything from cell culture to clinical trials, and unless I’ve worked with them on a specific grant … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, career, nature, personal, photos, science | 15 Comments

SUPERBAD

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

OK Mr Harper, so it’s UNDEMOCRATIC for elected MPs to form a coalition to defeat your government, but it’s somehow perfectly fine to get your boss to suspend Parliament so you can avoid a vote that you’re sure to lose? … Continue reading →

Posted in bad people, Canada, politics | 9 Comments

In which I once again leave myself open to a schooling in Canadian politics, from people who actually know what they’re talking about

Posted on December 2, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

The Science Canada blog has directed me to some very interesting articles recently, and as a result I had a whole post planned on how the new US government might impact on Canadian environmental policies. BUT! Much more immediately interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, environment, politics | 3 Comments

Heads will roll…

Posted on November 27, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

While our American friends are off enjoying their turkey, would any Canadians care to join me in a political rant? A while ago, at the time of the Canadian general election (remember that? Anyone?), I blogged about a slimeball politician … Continue reading →

Posted in bad people, Canada, politics, rants | 6 Comments

Big day!

Posted on October 14, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Canadian Federal Election AND Big grant deadline – 3 grants, 2 PIs. (Well actually the deadline is tomorrow, but we need to get everything together today). It’s a good thing I can’t vote, I probably wouldn’t have time! Wish me … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, grant wrangling, politics | 43 Comments

Random things that people send me #3

Posted on October 11, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

An anniversary card from my cousin: I should just be grateful that she didn’t fill the envelope with glitter like she did with my 21st birthday card… I was picking that stuff out of the carpet for months! Happy Thanksgiving … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, family, photos, silliness | 9 Comments

Signs of the times

Posted on October 7, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

With just one week to go before the Canadian general election, Vancouver lawns are bearing fresh crops of political signs. My ride to work is flanked with splashes of red, blue*, orange, and occasionally green. One house down our street … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, photos, politics, silliness, Vancouver | 13 Comments