Learning Stories
by
Mario deSantis
mariodesantis@hotmail.com
“I am a Canadian, free to speak without fear, free to worship in my own way, free to stand for what I think right, free to oppose what I believe wrong, and free to choose those who shall govern my country.” - -The Rt. Hon. John Diefenbaker, Canadian Bill of Rights, 1960
“The whole judicial system is at issue, it's worth more than one person.”--Serge Kujawa, Saskatchewan Crown Prosecutor, 1991
“The system is not more worth than one person's rights.”--Mario deSantis, 2002
Ensign Stories © Mario deSantis and Ensign
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So how is business and business managing with the new Information
age. Mario examines the problem and let's us consider the thoughts
of some experts on the problem. 
Mario deSantis explains the features of the new software Internet
Creator and the importance of this kind of software as it relates to our
evolving world. 
Mario deSantis reflects on the new economy and how he sees it in
practice. 
Mario deSantis begins a several part series on the remarkable
connectivity between all things. This first articles features references
to The Web of Life" by Fritjof Capra.
Mario deSantis gives us a peak at the fascinating combination of pure
science and ecological humanity
Our journey into the realm of sustainable ecological human existance.
Mario deSantis introduces us to a series of articles on how Saskatchewan
needs to catch up on organising itself politically and economically to
meet the demands of this era.
Our economy is now global and we need management and administration
techniques that will get us to a competitive position. Mario deSantis
explores the management world through a much different perspective.
Mario deSantis reveals an exciting and more appropriate direction for
modern education based on the nature of human beings.
Mario deSantis gives us a hard look at the purpose of healthcare reform
and its remarkable tax consuming shortcomings. 
Mario deSantis explains how the use of central authority and
unquestionable direction, reduces efficiency and nullifies the effect of
the district board system. This article goes considerably beyond opinion
as it relies upon a large number of sources in and out of government. 
Mario deSantis explains the quagmire that is developing within the
health care system due to deliberate provincial governmental policy.
Mario deSantis points toward the corrupt beginnings of the regional
healthcare system in the province. 
Mario deSantis takes us through the unpleasantness of discovering
corruption and being fired when it is discovered that he knows what is
going on. 
Mario deSantis explains the tangible and positive link that is
establishing between the learning process and the computer.
Mario deSantis shows us the more then $4,000,000 fiasco of squandered
money on payroll processing that could have been and still could be,
accomplished within health districts, for what relatively speaking,
would be pocket change.
Mario deSantis enters a plea for the inclusion of the massive money
managed by Saskatchewan Association of Health Organizations in the work
of the provincial auditor. 
Mario deSantis returns to Ensign today with a pointed and sharp comment
about the negotiations and situation threatening health care in the
province.
Mario deSantis shares with us his understanding of accounting software
and how it can be used by all of us. Mario has packed into this little
article a wealth of important information as well as a set of references
that could really help you get your books under control.
Mario deSantis expresses his indignation and deep concern about the
cavalier attitude toward the taxpayer and how the healthcare agencies
intend to deal with this serious problem.
An authorative and fully documented report by Mario deSantis on
squandering of funds in healthcare over the Y2K problem.
Ensign is proud to post articles as well researched and yet easy to
understand and apply to our daily world. Mario deSantis gives us some
serious food for thought about the education system today as it points
out the positive and progressive means to making that system better.
Mario deSantis explains the use of software designed to teach students
calculus. This practical article gives you a look at this software cuts
down on the learning curve. 
You can't beat first hand experience to bring awareness of not only
problems but how problems can and are solved. Mario deSantis tells us
clearly and concisely about some problems our educational system has and
points to the direction we can take to improve things drastically. 
Mario deSantis shares with us his thoughts on the learning process, this
is an article that you need to read carefully and think over. In it, he
explains the key to a learning, the ability to construct one's own
knowledge base. 
Be sure to drop back and see Mario deSantis' excellent article on how
schools can implement the use of the internet into their curriculum. 
Mario deSantis has some insightful comments about recent reports of
reports from our provincial government.
An article in the Leader Post evokes an indignant response from Mario
deSantis as tax money is squandered by SAHO on yet another payroll
computer fiasco. 
Mario deSantis tells us about an educational approach that will bring
together the fragmented elements of the curriculum. 
Mario deSantis suggests a common sense approach to the most obvious
political and social problem facing Saskatchewan people.
Mario deSantis reveals his worries about the Saskatchewan Health Care
pension fund and how it might be the source of the money that SAHO seems
to throw away at regular intervals.
This exciting approach to problem solving needs our full attention as
Mario deSantis explains the pitfalls of the present system and the way
to make things work.
Mario deSantis explains the need to put things together and how this
educational process offers a means to that end. 
Mario deSantis practices what he preaches and he points out the
impossiblity of separating education from its society. Keep in mind that
Mario's endnotes are all dynamic and the meat of his article is in these
references.
Mario deSantis points out in a short editorial the failure for education
leaders within government to demonstrate the skills that students most
need. 
Mario deSantis explains how the current approach in our school's is
crippling our students and reducing their chances to be creative problem
solvers.
Mario deSantis explains the way using a system could not only stream
line education but how it would enrich the student's experience by
permitting the exploration of a wider range of topics with competent
techniques.
When is $50,000,000 not enough money? When SAHO wants to fix the year
2000 problem. ($50 million would buy 19,230 brand new business type
Macintosh Computer systems or 33,333 Windows 98 computers 366Mhz 64Mb
6GB)
Mario deSantis suggests that there should be more then numbers on which
to base re-election of the present provincial government.
Mario deSantis reports the concerns many have voiced about the new
project in Saskatoon and how it may negatively impact on the tasks at
hand.
Mario deSantis reflects on the connections that people would like to
make between education and the University of Saskatchewan Synchrotron
project.
Mario deSantis points out the glaringly obvious errors of the government
and identifies it as the real culprit in the present hospital services
disruption.
Publicising the 22% salary increase and covering up the $40 million over
run on the closing of the Plains. 
Mario deSantis has identified the Premiers inclination to use what ever
works to gain re-election 
Mario deSantis takes aim at the Premier's knee jerk reaction to pass
back to work legislation while espousing the "rule of Law". 
The stifling of descent in government, within government agencies and
even within the University of Saskatchewan disturb Mario deSantis in
today's editorial.
Mario deSantis levels a serious attack on the government and its leader
for the bungling of the Plains closure and Regina hospital renovations
and the underhanded dealings with Saskatchewan nurses with whom
negotiations resume tomorrow.
Mario deSantis points out some odd behaviour by the premier that poses
some troubling questions.
Mario deSantis comments about the state of affairs in Saskatoon Board of
Education. 
Richard Plains study of Saskatchewan Health Care is discussed by Mario
deSantis and common sense is applied. 
The health care budget for Saskatchewan is high but far to much of that
money is being spent in a regressive non-productive manner. Mario
deSantis explains the ways of waste. 
Strong evidence exists that Bill 23 is illegal and the government will
get rid of it to avoid embarassment as soon as there is a settlement
with nurses.
The puzzle of why we as tax payers spend so much on health care and it
is not enough, is demonstrated in this insightful article about wasting
money by Mario deSantis.
Mario deSantis reacts unfavourably to some comments published in the
Nipawin Journal about the settlement between government and David
Milgaard.
Mario deSantis explains and gives evidence of the continuous
encroachments on the rights of the citizen and of the society in general
as a result of government actions.
Mario has done some investigation and has discovered that more than the
provincial auditor are worried about the possible fraudulent practices
of the Workers Compensation Board.
Mario deSantis helps us sort out some of the issues that seem a puzzle
over this case now over twenty seven years. 
City Manager hired as a hatch man is himself axed. No justice involved,
just confusion.
Mario deSantis condemns the Premier for his electoral promises and his
government's record in education.
Mario deSantis tells us of his adventures and how hollow is the sound of
the Premier's advocacy of the Third Way. 
No doubt you were confused about he recent research that indicates that
health care is better since 1993, Mario deSantis helps us to understand
the odd information and sheds some light on what we have been hearing. 
Mario deSantis takes a critical look at the coalition deal between
Liberal leader and Premier.
Mario deSantis lacks enthusiasm for the Saskatoon Mayor's desire to
become a member of parliament.
Mario deSantis presents a compelling argument for us to reevaluate
government thinking as it relates to health care reform. 
Only in Ensign will you see such remarkable and insightful criticism and
in-depth explanation of issues in Saskatchewan health care. Today's
article by Mario deSantis reveals the foolishness of short-term
management confusion. 
Money wasting project loses its boss, or is there some house cleaning
taking place?
Mario deSantis takes an uncomplimentary look at the current trends at
the University of Saskatchewan. 
Mario deSantis is dissatisfied with the way decisions are being made and
condemns the Premier for his methods.
The minister of health has commissioned an inquiry into the Regina
health boards budget problems, Mario deSantis is suggesting the minister
need not look any further then in her own department. 
Mario deSantis lacks enthusiasm for continued support of the present
government given its abuse of democratic processes.
Mario deSantis clues us in on how SHIN money is turned from its intended
purpose to supporting Y2K problems in the health system.
Mario deSantis, in an extremely well documented article describes the
waste and disfunctional confusion with in the department that controls
40% or the budget of the provincial government. 
Mario deSantis offers us some reflections and explanations for the
apparent drop in academic standing of the University in Saskatoon.
The head of SAHO is complaining about insufficient government funding as
he notices that reserves are declining yet the amount of spending
continues to rise.
Mario deSantis is less than impressed with the major University of
Saskatchewan research project.
Saskatchewan's nurses have still not received their back pay and salary
increases because of payroll problems.
Mario deSantis gives us a hint about what would make things, all things
better. This three paragraph message is well worth your serious
consideration.
The idea to close hospitals and reduce hospital beds was a deliberate
effort by hospital administrators to cut back on the labour component in
health care costs. Mario deSantis explains how this procedure crippled
health care and increase over all expenditures.
Things don't look good and Mario deSantis worries about the use of
research to cover up the real picture.
Mario deSantis comments on the practice of signing bonus practices for
nurses and how the same folks complaining of nursing shortages created
the problem.
Mario deSantis explains to us some facts about government spending that
will shock you as millions and millions are used to purchase poorly
functioning software.
Mario deSantis gives us some thoughtful comment on the recent conference
on the World Trade.
Post date a cheque, used to work but not anymore. Mario tells us about
his real life experience with the service charge kings of the
marketplace.
Mario tells us about the things we can expect from our banks in the
future.
Mario gives us his take on the Minister of Health's comments about the
huge over run on the closure of the Plains Hospital.
Mario deSantis brings us a message of hope as he points the way to a
simpler and much easier way of handling our personal growth as we plod
through each of life's experiences.
Mario deSantis takes a hard look at the recent statement by this
powerful individual who claims the critics of the Workers Compensation
Board are "off-base".
Mario deSantis questions the logic behind the present governmental
attitudes and policies towards children involved in crime.
Mario deSantis gives a chilling look at the Provincial Minister's
attitude toward health care and you better pray you don't get sick.
Mario deSantis points directly at the use of miss-information as a means
to political power and control.
Mario deSantis makes a convincing argument that gravely undermines the
credibility of politicians and health care officials as he points out
their squandering of tax dollars on mammoth proportions. 
Mario deSantis explains the follie in recruiting for nurses abroad and
changing the nursing training programme to deal with nursing shortages.
The list is growing with the equally growing concern about the whole
structural problem with Saskatchewan Health care. Mario deSantis
expresses his concern about the minister overstepping her authority and
changing things over which she has no official control.
Minister of health is forced to back down on her reduction of years in
training programme by the nurses in training. Mario deSantis points out
the way dysfunction grows out of quick fixes.
Mario deSantis points out the serious problems created by government
intimidation of those we depend upon to deliver health services.