Opinion

Eulogy for an ugly hunk of plastic and wires

"We must recognise that political stability comes from the willingness of parties to cooperate and make the best possible policies achievable under first past the post."

When Prime Minister Trudeau suggested recently that travelling and gathering for Thanksgiving might be off book this year, some historians might have experienced déjà vu. Trudeau warned in a national televised address Sept.

Faff: ineffectual, overcomplicated, time wasting tasks

Dear Editor: Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry confirmed a few weeks ago that Halloween 2020 is not cancelled due to the global pandemic (Sept.

Dear Editor: Last week a miracle occurred on the shores of Bowen Island – or at the very least, an example of goodness and community that is perfect for these hazy days. The story starts at the beginning of summer.

“Hey, you’re part of the one per cent club,” Carol says as I proudly show off my woodshed. She explains that the one per cent club is dedicated to Boweners who have their wood supply in before the start of fall.

If there is any doubt about whether climate change is a reality, living in Squamish for the last few days should put those doubts to rest.

Dear Editor: In my work one of the joys is when we manage to put together a deal where we can place a family in to a home that they own for the first time.

Dear Editor: As a long-time resident of Bowen Island, I am writing this letter in support of the proposed Bowen Island Community Centre initiative.