Opinion

Lord, how we Canadians love to puff out our chests whenever another report comes out about what a wonderful country this is to live in. To hear us talk, you'd think we were the most broadminded, compassionate people on Earth. And some of us are.

The overall health and well-being of B.C. students is improving, thanks to efforts such as Healthy Schools and ActNow BC, but schools still need more help in making sure students are active, healthy members of society.

Three weeks ago, I wrote about the problem posed by the lack of limits on campaign spending by candidates in local elections. I've had some feedback from local politicians and from School District No.

Walking into the new Gibsons and Area Community Centre, you can't help but smile. It's a wonderful and inviting place. I was on hand last Saturday for the official opening and was thrilled by the response from the community.

Did you do it? Did you turn off all your lights and appliances Saturday night? Did you curl up on the couch with a good book and read by candlelight? If you didn't take part in Earth Hour last Saturday night, you were in the minority.

No, that's not my baby picture, but it is my reminder of why I tend to gravitate towards stories on health and social issues and the reason why I do a lot of the things I do - my granddaughter Ila, my daughter Jessika and my son-in-law Chris.

The health care system in this province - across this country - needs a serious shock to the system. Word comes this week that the Coast's only hospital, St. Mary's, may have problems this spring and summer with emergency room (ER) doctor shortages.

We're celebrating two individuals this week that have community-spirit written on their hearts. If you look up the word community in the dictionary you'll be sure to see a picture of Bill Hubbs. The current chair of the St.

It may be eight months away, but local politicians are already preparing for the upcoming municipal elections.

No one can ever say federal politics are boring. The newest session in the House has been raucous to say the least.