Letters

Wait lists are the proof that B.C. needs to offer better service

Re: "Unilingual children will be at a disadvantage," Oct. 2. Geoff Johnson's perspective that parents are enrolling their children in French immersion for some future economic advantage within Canada is much more esoteric than the reality.

Controversial decisions such as a couple made lately should serve to raise some eyebrows. Decriminalization of marijuana and an attempt to prevent any expansion of tanker traffic along the coast are nothing more than suggestions.

Re: "Thriving bears represent real value to B.C.," Sept. 29. I live in England and am back in B.C. on holiday after 10 years. What brought me back? The bears and other wildlife.

It's a little startling to see the B.C. government say no to a mine, given all the enthusiasm they display for that industry.

Michael Spracklen turned Canada's rowing team into Olympic medallists

Re: "Decriminalizing pot won't solve problems," Sept. 28.

I note that recently, several employee groups in B.C. have settled contracts with the provincial government - nurses, doctors and the B.C. Government and Service Employees' Union, including modest increases in wages.

Re: "City loses shot at big triathlon," Oct. 4. The loss of the Ironman triathlon is an indicator of how ridiculous it is to continue with 13 local governments.

Re: "Overloaded buses pass by 1,300 Victorians in one week," Oct. 4. Public transportation is part of the solution to creating more sustainable communities.