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Education never ideology free

Education never ideology free

Richmond - The Editor, Those who believe the BCTF is trying to impose a particular ideology on our education system should recognize that governments commonly impose their idea of what role public schooling should play in supporting their own social
It is time for property tax reform in B.C

It is time for property tax reform in B.C

We have all received our property tax notices by now, and although we appreciate the services, I'm sure we all wonder how we'll continue to afford to live in the Lower Mainland, let alone our children.
Not such a 'happy' hour

Not such a 'happy' hour

Richmond - The Editor, Recently, the Liberal government and the liquor commission, headed by MLA John Yap, made several changes to the Liquor Act.Most of these made sense, but one did not - minimum pricing per ounce on beer, wine and liquor.
Little church leads the pack

Little church leads the pack

Richmond - The Editor, Re: "Highway to Heaven showcases harmony," News, June 27."Sanghera remembers when the Indian Cultural Centre of Canada.... was the first religious institution to be built in the area about 30 years ago.
Parents must work together

Parents must work together

Richmond - The Editor, Re: "No special need to move son: Mom," News, June 25.As a parent at Sea Island elementary whose family has been impacted by the situation described in the above article, I wish to provide some clarity.
Carbon dated

Carbon dated

To the surprise of no one, Transportation Minister Todd Stone has told the Lower Mainland's mayors their transit plan is a non-starter if it means dipping into the province's carbon tax to pay for it.
The kids are alright - adults are a mess

The kids are alright - adults are a mess

We've had a number of letters in recent weeks - pretty much every paper around the province has, I'd imagine - from students worried about the labour dispute between teachers and the government.
Big thanks to RCD for creating inclusive community

Big thanks to RCD for creating inclusive community

Richmond - The Editor, As a member of the public, I attended the Richmond Centre for Disability Community Hot Dog Day today, June 26th.I just want to say that I had the best time.
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One class only

One class only

It was another sad day for Canadian democracy when Bill C-24 became law this week. The Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act does nothing of the sort.