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The Polar Roller is an investment banker who survived the credit crunch in London only to go and live with polar bears. He relocated from the City to Toronto only to find that even 5,000 miles from home, Islington is still just around the corner. When not dealing with derivatives, he feels morally obliged to support Toronto FC given that it's the type of football that's actually played with the feet.
The Great 4h x 100m Delay
The 100m final is usually regarded to be the pinnacle of the Olympics. What a shame that the entire US audience had to miss out on it in favour of, are you ready for it? Horse jumping and water polo.
Banker Pushes Back - 'I Am The 1%'
With 'Occupy' protesters showing up in parks here, there and everywhere, I started to wonder who their worst enemy - the 1% - actually was. As I discovered, the 1% was me, and most of the people I know.
Hats Off To London
A recent business trip brought me back to London, which all of a sudden seems to know how to dress for winter.
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Two Water Park Passes at Vernon Hills Park District Family Aquatic Center
Sand, lounge chairs, and crystal clear water make the beach a great getaway -- but add a lazy river and three water slides, and you've got something even better: • $12 ($24 value) for two passes to the aquatics center • Leisure pools have lap lanes for serious swimmers and waterfalls for kids • Valid from May 25 to September 2 Perfect for All Ages Chill out in the 700-foot lazy river, or go for a dip in the leisure pool -- the sprays and jets are certain to drop your temperature and raise your spirits.
Summer Is Here - And So Are We
Canada's winter is a proper winter, and its summer is a proper summer. Why would anyone leave this country in the summer? You wouldn't.
G20: The Build-Up
This week sees the G20 bandwagon riding into Toronto, together with fake loons, an armada of police, and a fence going through the middle of downtown.
The Great Canadian Rip-Off
Canada, so I was told before moving, is 30% cheaper than the UK. Maybe that referred to their taste in wines, because it certainly doesn't refer to the cost of living.
These Boots Are Made For...Snow
For a Londoner who left the country prior to the arrival of Frozen Britain, dressing appropriately in snow has simply never been on the agenda.
We're Not At Wembley Anymore
With The Polar Roller diving head first into his North American experience, a hockey game was only ever going to be one little face-off away.
Relocate This!
Admittedly the fat days of ex-pat life seem to be a thing of the past, but being sent abroad by your company beats going on your own any day.
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