Opinion

'The public hearing for Sechelt’s new zoning Bylaw 580 has now been advertised for Sept. 8. An issue of concern to many residents is the provision for short-term rentals.'

'This situation is not new – BC Ferries proposed the construction of a new ferry for Route 3 in 2018. If your ministry had approved the ask, a new ferry would have been in operation by now. Inexplicably, your ministry refused to do so.'

Many survey respondents say they are “Albertans first and Canadians second."

B.C. government's $9.7 billion budget deficit forecast turns into $1.3 billion surplus

More than four in five people are “very proud” of the province that they live in.

'Our Sunshine Coast used to be community-minded.  Now we’re at the mercy of developers who promote ‘investment opportunities’ for foreign buyers. Our community is rapidly disappearing before our eyes. Just ask the real members of our community.'

'There is nothing in it for locals, it is only making money for developers.'

Regarding Sunshine Coast Physicians plead for help

'Given the many outstanding issues related to this development and the extent of upset it is causing to residents in the community it will directly affect, it would seem an appropriate course of action to hold at least one public meeting in order to address issues and hear the wishes of the people'

'With all the new developments on the Coast, it’s the perfect opportunity for local and regional governments to take meaningful action. '