Fair & Furious – Where empathy meets defiance

Fair &

Furious

This isn’t just another blog—
it’s a space for truth, action, and curiosity.

Welcome

WHERE EMPATHY MEETS DEFIANCE

If you believe in fairness but won’t back down from a fight, you’re in the right place.

Fair & Furious is about making informed choices, challenging injustice, and embracing the things that make life meaningful. Three curated sections—Learn, Make, and Thrive—give you insights, inspiration, and helpful resources. Click on Blog to view all posts, then select the tab for your preferred category.

LATEST POSTS

Taste Viking Heritage on Newfoundland’s Edge

Travel back in time to Quebec’s most fascinating historic forts and taste traditional pea soup recipes from Fort Chambly and Fort Témiscamingue. History never tasted so good.

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A Scoop of the Past: Ice Cream, Imagination & Island Time

Take a delicious step back in time on PEI—explore Anne of Green Gables history, savour heritage sites, and whip up century‑old vanilla ice cream straight from L. M. Montgomery’s Cavendish kitchen.

Guards at Halifax Citadel Photo by Woubishet Z. Taffese on Unsplash

Historic Bites & Hidden Sites in Nova Scotia

Explore Nova Scotia’s rich heritage through food and story. From Citadel Hill’s ghost tours and Wellington-worthy kitchens to Alexander Graham Bell’s legacy and Marconi’s wild wireless dreams—this journey serves up connection, curiosity, and two historic recipes to try at home.

Beers, Bastions & Backstories in New Brunswick

Travel through New Brunswick’s past with a Maritimer’s eye—exploring forts, forests, and food along the way. From spruce beer to peanut butter egg sandwiches, this culinary heritage tour brings Canadian history to life.

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What Happens When You Set Boundaries Online?

When you set boundaries online, some people lose their minds. In this raw and relatable first entry in the Reclaiming My Space series, Corrinna shares what happens when you stop shrinking to make others comfortable—and start protecting your peace instead. A must-read for anyone tired of digital bullying, dog-whistle outrage, and the exhausting pressure to “keep the peace.”

Pea Soup, Powder Kegs & Paddle Ports: Quebec’s Culinary Past

Travel back in time to Quebec’s most fascinating historic forts and taste traditional pea soup recipes from Fort Chambly and Fort Témiscamingue. History never tasted so good.

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Hello...

I'm Corrinna, I write about what matters—social justice, self-growth, history, and the wild intersections of tech, culture, and power. No fluff, no gimmicks—just real insights, helpful resources, and an unfiltered look at the world. With a good measure of entertainment and enlightening (from DIY projects to interesting facts) content thrown in for good measure (so maybe a little fluff.)

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Learn

Expand your knowledge and perspectives with insights on learning, personal growth, and making informed choices. From deep dives into history and science to life lessons and skill-building, discover ways to grow every day.

Fighting for Canada Means More Than Just Saying No

Fighting for Canada means making tough, strategic choices—even when they’re unpopular. In this bold post, we unpack why thoughtful engagement in defence matters more than feel-good isolationism. We don’t get to opt out of geography. But we do get to choose how we show up to protect our sovereignty.

3 min read

A person in a hoodie uses a smartphone in a digital, futuristic environment with floating screens and glowing orange clouds.

Spot the Bots: How AI Is Fueling Online Misinformation

AI-powered disinformation is a growing threat, with bots manipulating social media, elections, and public opinion. Learn how to spot and fig

3 min read

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The U.S. Tried to Shut Canadians Out of This Library—It Backfired

The Haskell Free Library, built on the Quebec-Vermont border as a symbol of unity, is now facing restrictions that block Canadian access. In

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Make

Explore DIY projects, recipes, home improvements, and creative endeavors. Whether you're building, baking, or designing, find inspiration and practical guides to bring your ideas to life.

Taste Viking Heritage on Newfoundland’s Edge

Travel back in time to Quebec’s most fascinating historic forts and taste traditional pea soup recipes from Fort Chambly and Fort Témiscamingue. History never tasted so good.

4 min read

A Scoop of the Past: Ice Cream, Imagination & Island Time

Take a delicious step back in time on PEI—explore Anne of Green Gables history, savour heritage sites, and whip up century‑old vanilla ice cream straight from L. M. Montgomery’s Cavendish kitchen.

5 min read

Historic Bites & Hidden Sites in Nova Scotia

Explore Nova Scotia’s rich heritage through food and story. From Citadel Hill’s ghost tours and Wellington-worthy kitchens to Alexander Graham Bell’s legacy and Marconi’s wild wireless dreams—this journey serves up connection, curiosity, and two historic recipes to try at home.

8 min read

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Thrive

Prioritize self-care, well-being, and mental resilience. Find tips, stories, and strategies for nourishing your body, mind, and soul—because taking care of yourself is essential, not optional.

What Happens When You Set Boundaries Online?

When you set boundaries online, some people lose their minds. In this raw and relatable first entry in the Reclaiming My Space series, Corrinna shares what happens when you stop shrinking to make others comfortable—and start protecting your peace instead. A must-read for anyone tired of digital bullying, dog-whistle outrage, and the exhausting pressure to “keep the peace.”

4 min read

Teatime with AI: Musky Musings

What does artificial intelligence think of the billionaire dismantling the US government? Spoilers, it's not great

5 min read

Lights Out! How to Participate in the Meta Blackout

Here’s all you need to know about the Meta Blackout buzz and how to get involved.

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