Science or Pseudoscience a student essay on Therapeutic Touch. The Great Visionary a student essay on the famous occult figure. The word skeptic comes from the Greek word skeptikos meaning inquirer . A skeptic, not to be confused with a cynic, is one who is cautious about drawing conclusions.
Skepticism is the opposite of uncritical acceptance.
The Ontario Skeptics are a group of concerned people whose aim is to keep informed about scientific investigations of claimed paranormal events. This diversity provides a wide range of expertise and perspective. Our Objectives To investigate scientifically, and with an open mind, claims of an apparent paranormal nature. To inform members, the media, and the public of these investigations. To provide, wherever possible, a rational scientific explanation for claims which otherwise seem incredible.