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Letters
Our federal government may think most Canadians support its attack on senior diplomat and whistleblower Richard Colvin. I hope many Canadians will take the time to disabuse them of this notion.
Letters
In relation to remarks about Canada being disgraced because of torture allegations, let's not forget why our troops are out there.
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Torture inquiry only option
I am appalled to see our prime minister and his party trying to cover up their roles in the torture of Afghan detainees handed over to prison authorities by Canadian troops.
Torture allegations far from proven
Allegations of torture don't shame Canada. We are speaking of Taliban insurgents and terrorists, complicit in the slaughter of thousands of Afghans, including women and children, not Afghan civilians.
Climate change giant enviro issue
Thanks to the Times Colonist for its coverage (Nov. 19) of our Countdown to Copenhagen climate rally, where more than 1,000 people filled the Victoria Conference Centre hall to hear Elizabeth May, Dr. Andrew Weaver, Guy Dauncey and the Copenhagen Youth Delegation speak.
Resource land lots to be 120 hectares
On behalf of myself and the Capital Regional District planning staff who worked relentlessly on the planning for the forestry lands released from the tree farm licences, I wish to thank the Times Colonist for the recognition in Friday's editorial.
Alcohol costs society most
In a rather belated response to the editorial of Nov. 14, I would like to add my voice to your conclusion that it is indeed time to "face reality on alcohol use."
What about a higher fixed bridge?
In all the discussion around replacing or revitalizing our famous Blue Bridge, I have yet to hear anyone speak of a potential third option.
A simple solution for lightless cyclists
I enjoyed reading Dave Obee's recent column on concerns about "ninja cyclists" choosing to be on the streets at night without lights.
Seal on menu, cruelty on ice
I read with utmost disgust that the Parliamentary restaurant will soon serve seal meat. Just when I feel we are slowly making steps forward and, hopefully following in the steps of other countries by banning seal products altogether, I learn we've taken a major step back.
Canadian doctors and Lyme disease
An American customs and immigration officer asked us the purpose of our recent trip to Seattle. "To take our son to see a physician for treatment of Lyme disease," my husband answered.
Clean energy exports fine
I don't understand the opposition to exporting electricity from British Columbia.
Victorians deserve a little thanks
As a Victoria resident, I think it is just wonderful that city taxpayers have to foot most of the bill to cover Olympic torch ceremonies downtown. We are used to paying the whole tab for what is really the downtown of our region.
Fixed needle exchange saved lives, cut AIDS
Victoria AIDS Resource and Community Service Society has operated a mobile needle exchange for more than six years. This was to enhance the fixed site and to reach those who did not access the fixed site exchange.
Let women compete as ski jumpers
Man once refused women the right to vote. It seems their attitude hasn't changed. Young women who have skied and jumped to a high degree of excellence should be competing in the Olympics.
Cut water rates, don't raise them
It's time the Capital Regional District water commission shouldered some responsibility for its current financial position. The idea that the commission would consider supporting a 20.7-per-cent increase in water rates is unbelievable.
Two councillors did not even vote
I would have thought a $63-million project for a new Blue Bridge -- the biggest city project ever -- would be an important issue for our highly paid Victoria councillors.
Bridge restoration needs fair study
Thanks to Victoria councillors Pam Madoff and Geoff Young for attempting to slow down council's present course with regard to the process followed over the Johnson Street Bridge project.
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Action stalled on premier's health pledge
A not-so-funny thing happened to the B.C. family residence program on the way to the legislature. It drove off the road and disappeared entirely for a year.
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