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EDITORIAL – ‘Rolling Thunder’ just another pointless protest with no message

May 2, 2022 // 5 Comments

An editorial by Mel Rothenburger. THERE WAS A TIME when rallies and protests meant something. They had a purpose, a message. Apparently, these days, it’s entirely optional. [Continue]

KNOX – The problem with four-year terms for mayors and councillors

May 1, 2022 // 3 Comments

LILLIAN SZPAK HAS ANNOUNCED she is pulling the plug, won’t run for re-election to Langford council in October. Actually, the decision merely confirms one she made on [Continue]

LETTER – Community Services Officers speak out about their work

May 1, 2022 // 3 Comments

Being a Community Services Officer (CSO) is not easy. It is a challenging and often thankless role that faces harsh realities and public criticism. This job isn’t for [Continue]

ROTHENBURGER – Latest census results carry bad news for young and old alike

April 30, 2022 // 1 Comment

‘WE’RE GETTING OLD,” I said as a friend and I sat in the coffee shop this week. “Tell me about it,” he said. “It’s scary.” I had another birthday a few days [Continue]

JOHNSON – Evicting marmot requires problem-solving skills and a good rake

April 30, 2022 // 1 Comment

By DAVID JOHNSON Contributor, ArmchairMayor.ca THERE’S A KNOCK on the door this afternoon. My kindly Italian heritage neighbour, holding the continuously quivering [Continue]

MILOBAR – As healthcare system crumbles, Horgan deflects the blame

April 29, 2022 // 7 Comments

By PETER MILOBAR MLA, Kamloops-North Thompson ONE OF THE THINGS THAT CANADIANS, and therefore British Columbians, pride themselves most on is universal health care. We all [Continue]