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Keeping signs in plain sight

Keeping signs in plain sight

The Editor, Re: "Building bridges," News, May 3. I would like to compliment you on your decision to tackle the issue of Chinese-only signs.
Question BC Ferries' role

Question BC Ferries' role

The Editor, As the trial of Karl Liggert wraps up, it occurs to me that I have not heard much commentary about the role of BC Ferries in this disaster.
Bylaws for language signs

Bylaws for language signs

The Editor, Re: "Building bridges," News, May 3. It is interesting that this issue of Chinese signs came up because I had just planned on writing a letter about it.
Voting for responsibility

Voting for responsibility

If you don't vote, you give up your right to complain.
We must evolve to accept

We must evolve to accept

The Editor, Three recent events have prompted me to write. First, the media coverage about the coming out of NBA star Jason Collins. Secondly, a group of women friends discussing whether or not there is a need for a Gay volleyball league.
Vision lacking for Steveston

Vision lacking for Steveston

The Editor, As residents who choose to live in Steveston because of its maritime heritage and active commercial fishing industry, we are deeply concerned with how Richmond Council is confusing merely slowing development with conservation.
Choose only the best exotic pet for you

Choose only the best exotic pet for you

People often ask me, "Matthew, what is the best exotic pet, and where can I get one?" Yes, maybe I prompt them extensively, or even slip them $5 just for asking, but it is a good question, and one I enjoy answering.
We shouldn't support parachute politicians

We shouldn't support parachute politicians

The Editor, The recent all candidates meeting, where some candidates were noticeable by their absence, could well be termed a bloody disgrace.
Remember, politicians work for us

Remember, politicians work for us

The Editor, Somebody come up with a way of telling our politicians exactly what we do or do not want without voting for the lesser of two evils. Somehow they and we have forgotten they're our employees, hired to do a job.
Free trade with border fee

Free trade with border fee

Yes, everyone's in a tizzy since the Americans announced they're considering charging a fee to Canadian border crossers.