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The I-can't-have-that economy

The I-can't-have-that economy

I recently bought a cycling magazine to read about things that I cant afford, wont buy and will never own. This is a fairly typical experience for cyclists who are not investment bankers.
Teachers should recognize other priorities

Teachers should recognize other priorities

Let's say the B.C. government suddenly found itself with $500 million to spend on something. Where should the money go? I suspect a good starting point would be clearing up any waiting list for services from Community Living B.C.
Ferry review embarks on uncharted waters

Ferry review embarks on uncharted waters

Regular ferry riders and residents of far-flung coastal and island communities have much to cheer for in ferry commissioner Gordon Macatee's first significant action since his appointment last year.
'Us' vs. 'them' ignores good difference

'Us' vs. 'them' ignores good difference

The Editor, Re: "Sign language reflects business," Opinion, Jan. 27. As a Canadian Citizen By Choice (CCBC), also known as an immigrant, whose native tongue is English, I find the opinion of Dr. Joe Greenholtz interesting.
Assess extra for Chinese-only signage

Assess extra for Chinese-only signage

The Editor, The issue of no English on various signs in Richmond has sparked a debate and, as usual, Richmond government has embedded its collective head in the sand, doing nothing to ease the ongoing debate.
Who's minding city finances?

Who's minding city finances?

The Editor, Re: "City employee suspect in $200,000 loss," News, Jan. 27.
We're falling victim to the PC virus

We're falling victim to the PC virus

The Editor, Re: "Sign language reflects business," Opinion, Jan. 27.
The changing flavour of money

The changing flavour of money

Does the expression to be worth your salt puzzle you? Have you heard someone complain about a price being too salty and wondered what salt has to do with it? Do you know why an employees earnings are called a salary? Bear with me for a second while I
Who's minding city finances?

Who's minding city finances?

The Editor, Re: City employee suspect in $200,000 loss, News, Jan. 27.
'Us' vs. 'them' ignores good difference

'Us' vs. 'them' ignores good difference

The Editor, Re: "Sign language reflects business," Community, Jan. 27. As a Canadian Citizen By Choice (CCBC), also known as an immigrant, whose native tongue is English, I find the opinion of Dr. Joe Greenholtz interesting.