LETTER: Show us the love
To the Editor:I was fortunate enough to participate at the Union of British Columbia Municipal Conference as an outgoing municipal councillor for the Town of Oliver. The key address is always on the last day, and always by the Premier.It was the first time I have heard Christy Clark speak in person, and although she put a lot...
LETTER: GFSS balancing academic and physical needs of students
To the Editor:In response to a "Letter to the Editor" regarding the Grand Forks Secondary School (GFSS) library move, I would like to bring some clarification to the issue.As part of an initiative aimed at providing students with increased opportunities to pursue personal fitness, over the summer we relocated our fitness...
LETTER: Democracy wins at UBCM with regard to Smart Meters
Dear Editor,The BC Liberals' attempts to silence the growing Smart Meter controversy have failed at the Union of BC Municipalities convention with delegates voting for a province-wide moratorium. Could the heavy-handed, dictatorial edicts of Rich Coleman and the Liberals have actually prompted this clear vote for democracy,...
LETTER: B.C.'s senior's care program needs to be overhauled
Dear Editor; As one of the nominees for the New Democratic Party (NDP) I have been out talking to the membership and the public about seniors care in this province. British Columbia has the highest poverty rate in Canada. One in nine people in this province live in poverty and many of them are seniors. We have had a 30...
LETTER: Atamanenko replies to Yelich
Dear Editor;It is with interest that I read the comments of Minister Lynne Yelich in regard to my statement on the budget. Rather than reiterate what I had originally said, I would like to make a few other comments. It is certainly reassuring that Western Diversification will continue to provide effective programs. However,...
LETTER: HST hits when you least expect it
Dear Editor;Last spring I decided to run a 10 kilometer run. I was very surprised when I realized that I had to pay harmonized sales tax (HST).The Liberal government was promoting people in B.C. to get out and get healthy and yet there was the HST on entering a run. Now with the referendum just around the corner they are...
LETTER: Compassion and caring evident at the Boundary Hospital
Dear Editor;My husband and I have been part time residents of Grand Forks now for almost five years. We have always enjoyed the warmth, not only of the sunshine, but of the friendly and thoughtful community of people that we have come to know. Our neighbours are always looking out for us, and bring over homemade borscht and...
LETTER: Time to make a different choice
Dear Editor;Conservative minority vs. majority? Is it time to make a totally different choice? The two federal parties Canadians historically elect, are more interested in corporations rather than citizens. Services for citizens are continually cut and benefits to corporations and the wealthy are increased. Think about it. ...
LETTER: IHA responds to criticism on seniors care beds
Dear Editor;I wanted to correct some possible misconceptions in the community about interim beds for Grand Forks while 40 new permanent beds are being built for area seniors.To address the immediate need for additional residential beds, Interior Health will be converting existing rooms at Boundary Hospital to accommodate nine...
LETTER: School budget meetings open to public
Dear Editor, The Board of Education of School District 51 (Boundary) invites the community along with, parents, students and school district staff to attend one of two public budget meetings: Monday, Apr. 18 at 6:00 p.m. at Boundary Central Secondary School library and Tuesday, Apr. 19 at 6:00 p.m. at Grand Forks Secondary...
