Opinion

'There’s no other way to view it. The BC Ferries “quiet announcement” of a 33 per cent hike to its reservation fee is a big middle finger to Sunshine Coast residents. While many Coasters were prepared for the 3.2 per cent rate hike, I think it’s safe to say most were blindsided by the reservation fee increase from $15 to $20.'

'Even if a reduction in minimum fire flow demands was acceptable (for whatever reasons), is such a delegation valid under the province’s enabling legislation? '

'I also hope the Ministry of Transportation and the SCRD team up to fix that corner. It needs a sign warning drivers to yield to pedestrians. The hole should be covered or filled. The road should get a sidewalk.'

'If you have a problem with me raising my rent, write your government representatives.'

Police chiefs tell MPs public drug use is out of control after small amounts were decriminalized

'In the spirit of making lemonade when life hands you lemons, let’s acknowledge the excellent efforts of Sechelt Library’s volunteers, staff, executive and board for stepping up with grace and good humour during the recent flood/restoration challenge to provide exemplary and creative service to our community.'

'I have seen hundreds of females with no tails left, only a stub. They wore them down building their redds (nests), moving the gravel away so they can lay their eggs and then coming back to cover their precious legacy. In the spring, we see the evidence of the sacrifice when we witness the little fluttering fry emerging from the creek’s streambed!'

'We need less stuff and more quality of life. It is time to claim the Brave New World of the automated future we were promised, of more time to enjoy while the machines worked. '

Ottawa was dripping good news early, saving up for a tax-hike invoice later