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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.
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.
Ethnic enclaves growing

Ethnic enclaves growing

The Editor, The face of Canadian diversity is changing fast. Prominent Vancouver Sun columnist Douglas Todd, in a recent article, has highlighted some of the most important developments pertaining to diversity and multiculturalism in Canada.
Dying copyright system infringes freedoms

Dying copyright system infringes freedoms

"I want you to kill someone," said the man across the table. The room was dimly lit, the air obscured by cigarette smoke. I couldn't see the man's eyes under the brim of his fedora. It was almost as if I was in a cheesy noir movie pastiche.
Head first for hockey

Head first for hockey

The level of sanctioned violence that ought to be permitted in hockey is a polarizing debate.
Speed skating team lacks oval support

Speed skating team lacks oval support

The Editor, I am a 14 year old member of the Richmond Rockets Speed Skating Club. I have been inspired by the 2010 Winter Games and greatly enjoy the exhilarating sport. However, I'm very upset that our club's ice time was cut from 5.75 hours to 3.
Densification needs common spaces, community

Densification needs common spaces, community

The Editor, I live in a five-year-old high-rise condominium. It has modern elevators and a pleasant, clean ambience.
Choirs sing for kids suppers

Choirs sing for kids suppers

The Editor, On Jan.16, a number of choirs from Richmond's vibrant choral community joined together for the 5th annual Richmond Sings at Fraserview MB Church.
Densification needs common spaces, community

Densification needs common spaces, community

The Editor, I live in a five-year-old high-rise condominium. It has modern elevators and a pleasant, clean ambience.
Dying copyright system infringes freedoms

Dying copyright system infringes freedoms

I want you to kill someone, said the man across the table. The room was dimly lit, the air obscured by cigarette smoke. I couldnt see the mans eyes under the brim of his fedora. It was almost as if I was in a cheesy noir movie pastiche.