Our immediate and long-term objective should be to reduce or eliminate, in some cases, the use of those herbicides and pesticides deemed most harmful to the environment. But along with this, we should offer effective, practical and economical alternatives.
I find it alarming that Victoria is considering the sale of city-owned lands on the waterfront to Ralmax and others, rather than continue to lease them.
Re: "Fight begins to save coast guard station," May 23.
Re: "Saltspring woman's battle ends in tears of joy," May 18.
It would be irresponsible to speculate about dollar amounts that may change significantly. It's not about guessing - it's about making sure we are as accurate as possible with British Columbians, and being fair to our federal counterparts - with whom we enjoy a good working relationship - while related negotiations are ongoing.
Re: "Hunt begins for dangerous snakehead fish," May 24.
Re: "Bill seeks secrecy on disease outbreak," May 25.
As president of the organization representing British Columbia's ambulance paramedics, I want to provide a different perspective of the Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act.
Re: "Roadside memorials not fair to passersby," May 24.
Re: "City eyes barriers on Beacon Hill Park roads," May 24.
Oh, the ignorance of those who have not lost a child (or any loved one for that matter), haven't endured criticism of those who feel it's time to "move on" or "get over it" and feel that that they are helping by sweeping the elephant back into the closet.
Why do politicians always seem to have an unstoppable need to spend our money?
Re: "Bill seeks secrecy on disease outbreak," May 25.
Re: "Harper ministers blast UN envoy after analysis of hunger, poverty," May 17.
The reports last week about what, despite all evidence to the contrary, was still being called the "tuition dispute" in Quebec made me recall my meeting with Bertrand Russell.