"Trashed" Feedback
Guy Crittenden -
Editor, Solid Waste & Recycling, - June 23, 2010
“Whatever one thinks of the Adams Mine project, several things are indisputable (and disturbing).”
“First, the project met all the criteria of the very challenging Environmental Assessment Act and had its Certificate of Approval. This is no mean feat. And the project had that rarest of things: a willing host community (Kirkland Lake). It’s reasonable to ask, What’s the point of getting an EA if politicians can cancel your project at the eleventh hour? The question still haunts waste planning departments and discourages entrepreneurs and investors in the province.”
“Second is the way Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty (second cousin to Gordon McGuinty, ironically) drove a stake through the heart of the Adams Mine, lest it ever attempt to rise from its crypt.”
Len Gillis -
Timmins Times Book Review - June 10, 2010
“Despite any feelings the reader may have on one side or the other, McGuinty’s writing on the stinky Toronto trash issue is a breath of fresh air for those familiar with political journals.”
“He states the facts as he sees them. He isn’t afraid to name names or draw conclusions about community leaders, business leaders, politicians, lawyers and others involved in the waste management game. He doesn’t beat around the bush. He readily identifies the creeps and bums who he claims lied and cheated to advance their own agendas. This makes his book that much more appealing.”
“McGuinty’s frankness and openness, even about his own dealings with his friends and co-workers, goes a long way toward laying down a groundwork of ‘street credibility’ that’s hard to ignore.”
“He is especially tough on Northern politicians, activists and self-proclaimed environmentalists. He has the names, dates, days of the week and times when many of our well-known politicians said one thing one day, then said something else, completely contradictory, on another day. This guy has done his research.”
Gordon Brock -
Editor, Temiskaming Speaker - June 2, 2010
“… without having read all of it, the book Trashed! looks to be a valuable and interesting book on one of the top news stories of the 20th century and the first decade of the 21st century in Temiskaming.”
Don Weisflock -
Former Kirkland Lake Councillor - June 17, 2010
“Just finished reading your book and justifies my beliefs that a few ‘gutless politicians’ (Lanstman, Harris, & McGuinty) plus a few ‘slimeyones’ like Ramsay & Layton could actually derail a project so vital to all of us in Ontario … just makes me scratch my head. Congratulations to all of you. I’m proud to say I supported you.”
Elaine Morrison -
Bailieboro, Ontario – June 12, 2010
“Bravo! … you did it! You convinced me that the Adams Mine project was the best and cheapest solution to the problem of Toronto’s garbage. … all Northern Ontarians must read it. It was a betrayal of Northern Ontario. I found it very sad that small politicians and would-be politicians were able to destroy such a viable, productive project by fear-mongering the ordinary citizens into believing that their livelihoods were at stake. I am an environmentalist but a sensible one and I do feel that there is a middle way one must walk between what is good for the environment and the people who live in it.”
Jim Alton -
Director of Safety & Reliability, Enbridge Gas – July 12, 2010
“I have told people about this injustice many, many times. Now they will believe me !!!”
Wayne Boucher -
North Bay, On – June 23, 2010
“Helluva of a read so far and very well written. The issue of seepage seems to have been the focal point of your opposition but you have presented the information concerning the safety of the environment very well. The project had little impact on me but provided me with an opportunity to understand and make an informed decision now as to whether what you were proposing was appropriate. I have and I would have supported your efforts. Well done.”
Ed Ross -
Kirkland Lake, ON – June 18, 2010
“I have just completed the reading of your book TRASHED! and I must honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of the 389 pages! Having once been a business owner, long time resident of Kirkland Lake and a strong supporter of the Adams Mine landfill project, I must congratulate you on clearly presenting the Adams Mine facts so that both supporters as well as opponents can read what a tremendous economic opportunity was lost here in Northern Ontario. It was disheartening to see a viable and environmentally proven landfill project hijacked by a small group of NIMBY activists who were hell-bent to stop the host communities from ever benefiting economically from the Adams Mine landfill.”
Marlo Johnson -
North Bay, ON – June 17, 2010
“This is the best read I’ve had in a while ... I love the personal nature of the writing style – and especially how each character’s personality comes through the words.”
Gilles Bernardin -
Longueuil, Quebec – June 15, 2010
"I read it ! Wow, a masterpiece. Anyone reading the book will wonder [why] there were no dead bodies in concrete.”
Dr Jim Brookfield -
Kirkland Lake – August 2010
"Well Gordon, having lived closely but on the sidelines I am amazed at the complete story of the Adams Mine and the true incompetence of our elected officials. What I knew was your honesty and tolerance, I now know of your courage, drive, and passion for fairness. You are an asset to the north and a mentor to those who want to listen to the story and benefit from it. Excellent read. Best Wishes.”
Shamir Patel -
Canmore, AB – August 2010
"I started reading your book the other day, and was unable to put it down until completed. It is a fascinating, captivating and intriguing insight into how political and environmental ideologies, driven by irrational but determined individuals, can prevent workable solutions, with hugely demonstrable benefits to society, being implemented and delivered, even despite the valiant efforts of principled individuals. I commend you for having the patience, fortitude and resolve to document this thought provoking and enlightening episode in your life. It was pleasure to read, and an education.
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Bill Palmer -
Burlington, ON – June 2011
"Gordon, having been in the business of Waste Management for over
30 years I can relate to your experience, frustrations and disappointments –-
your "politics of garbage" is so true. I started to read your book and could
not put it down. I have been there, done that, and bought the T-Shirt as well.
I recommend your book to anyone who has any interest in where their garbage
goes."