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Iain Hunter: Prostitution shouldn’t be a crime

Iain Hunter: Prostitution shouldn’t be a crime

In December last year, the Supreme Court of Canada discovered that prostitutes have a constitutional right to safe, as in harmless, sex.
Harry Sterling: Canada out of step with OAS on Venezuela

Harry Sterling: Canada out of step with OAS on Venezuela

Almost everyone claims to be a fervent supporter of democracy and free and open elections. Even some of the world’s most notorious dictators have claimed they believe in democracy and totally free elections.
Comment: Recycling program threatens B.C. newspapers

Comment: Recycling program threatens B.C. newspapers

British Columbians have every right to be proud of our world-leading recycling program, built right here in this province.
Les Leyne: Politicians, beware the Ides of March

Les Leyne: Politicians, beware the Ides of March

Given Julius Caesar’s unfortunate experience, political leaders must be alert during the Ides of March. Here’s how some B.C. leaders fared over the week. • New Democrat MLA Mike Farnworth is the only full-fledged leadership candidate for his party.
Monique Keiran: Let’s park the passion over Victoria parking

Monique Keiran: Let’s park the passion over Victoria parking

Parking brings out a surprising amount of passion in people. Whenever changes to parking rates and availability are proposed, claws unsheath and accusations and fur fly.
Saanich utility bill is a shocker, but there’s an explanation

Saanich utility bill is a shocker, but there’s an explanation

The latest utility bill from Saanich arrived in the mail on Friday, and it was almost $55 more than the last bill.
Comment: Forest, parks bills should be open to debate

Comment: Forest, parks bills should be open to debate

Big changes are being discussed for the future of British Columbia’s parks and forests. Despite the impact of these changes, British Columbians are not being consulted. On Feb.
Shannon Corregan: Daylight time doesn’t make much sense

Shannon Corregan: Daylight time doesn’t make much sense

Though travelling is more convenient now than it’s ever been (post-9/11 protocols notwithstanding), modern travel is still full of mishaps, missed connections, arbitrary expenses and a lot of minor, anxiety-causing inconveniences.
Lawrie McFarlane: Let’s not wait to be upfront with Quebecers

Lawrie McFarlane: Let’s not wait to be upfront with Quebecers

We shouldn’t be surprised that Quebec Premier Pauline Marois has announced her intent to hold yet another sovereignty referendum if she wins next month’s provincial election.
The good, bad & ugly of Grizzlies' series

The good, bad & ugly of Grizzlies' series

A few items to clear up from what was a wild 5-4 double-overtime Victoria Grizzlies’ victory over the stubborn Alberni Valley Bulldogs in the B.C. Hockey League playoffs on Wednesday night.