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[spanky123]

Sounds about right, UVIC students and staff to protest against free speech.

[Stephen James]

[Stephen James]

People get offended for many reasons.   Free speech isn't say whatever you want.  If it is why can't people protest what other people say, why are you calling people names when they flex their right for free speech?  See not only woke have views.    Peterson's feelings aren't going to get hurt.  He wants people to be agitated by what he says.  

I don't think he has any interest in agitation.

 

I don't agree with lots but he's very smart and intellectually curious, and honest. He explores the borders of psychology and philosophy. His podcast discussion with Naomi Wolf (feminist activist) is a master class in disagreeing without being disagreeable, delivered by both Jordan and Naomi. It's also a good lesson in finding common ground.

 

Fascinating to hear Naomi Wolf describe the left as having lost it's mind, and become the truth-denier, and oppressor.

[Stephen James]

I suspect the protestors are focused on a sound bite, and have read or listened to very little of what he's produced. Usually the case...

[Victoria Watcher]

[Victoria Watcher]

Peterson, a former University of Toronto professor, has been criticized for not using his trans students preferred pronouns in the classroom and has been criticized on social media for having misogynistic and anti-trans opinions. Peterson is on tour for his new book Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life, a follow up to 12 Rules for Life.

Goodacre started organizing the rally Monday and since then she said she has already been called, “a whole lot of slurs.” She told the crowd at the rally she saw the event described as “a bunch of violent anarchists wearing masks, too afraid to show their faces.”


https://www.vicnews....ow-in-victoria/



First sentence is inaccurate.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 21 May 2023 - 11:44 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

[Tony]

In February 2018, Peterson entered into a promise with the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO) after a professional misconduct complaint about his communication and the boundaries he sets with his patients. The college did not consider a full disciplinary hearing necessary and accepted Peterson entering into a three-month undertaking to work on prioritizing his practice and improving his patient communications. Peterson had no prior disciplinary punishments or restrictions on his clinical practice.^[43][44]

In January 2023 the CPO, expressing concern that Peterson lacked professionalism in public statements, ordered him to undergo social media communication coaching.^[48][49] Peterson denied any wrongdoing and filed for judicial review.^[50][48] Peterson's appeal was reviewed in August of the same year by panel of three judges of the Ontario Divisional Court, who unanimously upheld the college's initial decision. The college ordered that Peterson should pay for the costs of his own training and noted that failure to comply could result in the loss of his licence in the province.^[51] The decision was upheld on appeal to the Ontario Court of Appeals in January 2024.^[52]

[Victoria Watcher]

In January of 2024 Slush Puppie Canada and the City of Kingston, Ontario came to an agreement valued at over two million dollars that grants Slush Puppie Canada, a division of J&J Snack Foods, the naming rights to the facility. In February of 2024 the facility will be renamed to "Slush Puppie Place".^[8] The arena was officially renamed to "Slush Puppie Place" on February 16, 2024.

 

https://en.wikipedia...sh_Puppie_Place

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 29 August 2024 - 08:01 AM.

[Nparker]

🤑🤮

[Victoria Watcher]

The Royals’ ice level action has been taken to new heights with the installation of stanchion lights, similar to what Vancouver Canucks fans are used to.

These high-energy lights get the crowd buzzing during team intros, goals, and wins, adding to the electric atmosphere. The lights were installed by Trimlight Van Isle with support from the Victoria Hockey Legacy Society, giving the arena a fresh and dynamic feel.

“When we were approached by the Victoria Royals for a potential partnership, we knew instantly that we would be aligning with a team that believes in excellence,” said Herman and Shannon Smelt, owners of Trimlight Van Isle.


https://www.victoria...arena-features/

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 22 September 2024 - 05:27 PM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Phillips Brewing & Malting Co. and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre (SOFMC) have partnered together to install a local craft beer bar.

 

The company says it expects Phillips Beer to sell well at Save-On and the well-known craft beer company is honoured to have been selected to open the new bar.

 

“We are excited to partner with the SOFMC and further foster building community and local connections here in Victoria” said Robyn Skinner, marketing director at Phillips Brewing & Malting Co.

 

 

https://cheknews.ca/...centre-1218097/

 

 

 

[Victoria Watcher]

Robyn Skinner, ­marketing director at Phillips ­Brewing, said the company won a request for proposals to operate a craft brew bar at Western Hockey League games, concerts and other ­special events at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. The deal is “multi-year” and includes pop-up kiosks to sell ­Phillips canned beer around the concourse area.

Skinner said four on-tap beer offerings as well as cans will be available.

“We are excited to partner with SOFMC and further foster building community and local connections here in Victoria” said Skinner. “In being home to the Victoria Royals and regularly hosting large-scale concerts and other special events, we see Phillips Beer selling well at these events and being a natural brand fit. We believe in the power of community collaboration.”

Matt Cooke, events general manager at the arena, said the bar partnership allows the area to offer a “unique, local experience for our guests. We’re proud to elevate the fan experience by offering brews that reflect the vibrant spirit of Victoria.”


https://www.timescol...l-arena-9639664

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 10 October 2024 - 07:10 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Seinfeld is sold out, save for a couple dozen $450 tickets.

[Victoria Watcher]

Jordan Peterson's upcoming Victoria appearance has been canceled

 

 

The March 31 tour stop of the We Who Wrestle With God Tour in Victoria was recently cancelled by promoter Live Nation, for unspecified reasons.

https://www.timescol...nceled-10009112

 

 

 

It wasn't selling well.

 

 

The March 31 tour stop of the We Who Wrestle With God Tour in Victoria was recently cancelled

 

 

It's not selling well in Seattle (March 30th) or Abbotsford (April 1) either.

 

Seattle:

 

 

 

Abbotsford:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90s Dance Mix Tour - Victoria, BC

 

^ that honestly looks like it has sold less than 750 tickets.

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 27 December 2024 - 08:56 PM.

[Victoria Watcher]

I think the "wrestle with God" angle might not be compelling for many.  Bad marketing.

[max.bravo]

Why pay to see JP when he's all over youtube for free? If you watch 10 hours of his content you've got the gist. 

[Victoria Watcher]

Why pay to see JP when he's all over youtube for free? If you watch 10 hours of his content you've got the gist. 

 

Kind of my thought too.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 28 December 2024 - 01:43 AM.