Opinion

Rob Shaw: Using decriminalization as a wedge issue won鈥檛 help fix B.C.鈥檚 overdose crisis

The Opposition BC Liberals are shifting their support away from decriminalization and the safe supply of drugs, in the wake of the positive reception to the party鈥檚 recent addictions treatment platform.

Mar 6, 2023 9:23 AM Read more >

Letter: Emily Kelsall "true leader" for climate activism

One reader commends the the actions of the West Vancouver activist

Mar 5, 2023 2:29 PM Read more >

Jack Knox: To get blood boiling, just ask about public art

鈥淧ublic art is a wonderful thing when done well and an embarrassment when it is not.鈥� But who gets to decide which is which?

Mar 5, 2023 8:43 AM Read more >

Letter: Don't dump your vehicle's snow onto cleared sidewalks

The selfishness of some inconsiderate drivers really ticks this reader off

Mar 4, 2023 12:32 PM Read more >

Opinion: Why I'm excited about the planned Valemount ski resort

Valemount could be the future home of B.C.'s next major ski resort, with 18 lifts and over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain.

Mar 3, 2023 12:03 PM Read more >

Opinion: B.C. disinformation bill makes sense. Will it help?

As the drama over alleged Chinese interference in Canadian elections plays out in Ottawa, the B.C. government introduced its own bill this week to try and tackle the rise of election disinformation.

Mar 3, 2023 9:19 AM Read more >

Opinion: In an early federal election, there is no clear frontrunner

The past few days have provided more opportunities for speculation about an early federal election in Canada. Topics such as foreign interference and the type of people who some of our members of Parliament choose to meet dominated the airwaves.

Mar 3, 2023 8:32 AM Read more >

Letter: Sea to Sky Corridor regional transit overdue

'The BC Greens are asking Sea to Sky residents to sign an online petition expressing your strong support for regional transit in the Sea to Sky and write to those responsible for making it happen. We鈥檒l keep reminding those who hold the keys to this game-changing public service every few weeks until we collectively get the job done.'

Mar 2, 2023 9:58 AM Read more >

Opinion: How (Squamish) dirt can save the world

Daisy Hawkins is a 撸奶社区teen and member of the 撸奶社区Youth Council.

Mar 2, 2023 9:43 AM Read more >

Les Leyne: Premier's secret bid to get money laundering charges laid collapses

Prosecution Service said although there was a possible path to prosecution, there was no substantial likelihood of conviction

Mar 2, 2023 8:01 AM Read more >