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Rob Shaw: We overplayed the COVID cruise crisis

Rob Shaw: We overplayed the COVID cruise crisis

The numbers show B.C. cruise sector activity was not irrecoverably harmed by COVID.
BC NDP leadership change promises to redraw province’s political landscape

BC NDP leadership change promises to redraw province’s political landscape

Research Co. and Glacier Media polled British Columbians on their support for various parties, leaders and outcomes
Rob Shaw: Voters want action – that should concern the BC NDP

Rob Shaw: Voters want action – that should concern the BC NDP

Saturday’s municipal election results offer two key takeaways for provincial politicians
Les Leyne: So you're thinking of moving to Alberta ...

Les Leyne: So you're thinking of moving to Alberta ...

Answers to your frequently asked questions about the land of “312 days of sunshine a year,” cheaper houses, zero sales tax and six premiers in 11 years
Letters: We had record rains, why do we have no water?

Letters: We had record rains, why do we have no water?

' Successive mayors and councils should be held accountable for their mishandling of the water. The Sunshine Coast political leaders all point to climate change for our water woes. Instead of buying meters, they should have been lobbying the NDP government and SIB to grant the permits for the siphoning yesterday. Then deal with the enhancements to the reservoir for the future.'
Letters: Yet development continues

Letters: Yet development continues

'So Chapman Lake water levels have hit an all-time low. Even with drastic Stage 4 water conservation measures in place, as we watch our gardens wither, we have collectively failed to reduce our water use to under 10 million litres per day.'
Letters: Water, Water, Water

Letters: Water, Water, Water

'We do not live in a desert. We are surrounded by water. Millions of gallons are running off into the ocean every year. All we need is a place to store water, either another lake, or a man-made reservoir.'
Letters: Should I vote for a slate?

Letters: Should I vote for a slate?

'The problem is that each one on the slate isn’t necessarily the best candidate. Opposing views and a variety of talent may be healthier on a council. Will slate members be as responsive to the electors after they’re in office?'
Letters: Buyer beware? Voter beware

Letters: Buyer beware? Voter beware

'Although the subject column appeared some months ago, the phrase “buyer beware” as it relates to Seawatch continues to needle me. It’s seemingly a phrase that’s helping to ease the conscience of many in Sechelt, akin to sweeping a nuisance under the rug.'
Opinion: 5 reasons to vote in the B.C. local elections

Opinion: 5 reasons to vote in the B.C. local elections

Don't really care about municipal politics? Here are 5 reasons why you should.