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Opinion

The voting taxpayers has the final say

Joe Sawchuk says governments are all the same in general, but some are better than others.

Bill 22 maintains all existing class size limits

Education Minister George Abbott explains why the government passed Bill 22.

Where would we be without volunteers?

Heading into a busy weekend filled with fun, family activities organized by volunteers, we thank the people who give so much of their time.

Job action only way teachers can protest against chronic underfunding of schools

Derek DeGear from the Nanaimo District Teachers' Association explains the reasons for teachers' job action.

Slow down, Adrian Dix

Joe Sawchuk thinks NDP leader should review the byelection data before celebrating 'landslide' victories.

A great experience for children

Stephen Smith thanks everyone involved in the Kids Learn to Fish Day in Chemainus.

Tax theft from our children

Dee Shoolingin thinks if the School Act demands a balanced budget,the minister should fund local trustees with the reasonable funds.

Plan will go a long way to fixing water problems in Saltair

Michael T. Smith says negativity does damage to the hard work of volunteers working to improve conditions in Saltair.

Saltair taxpayers need more information

Lynne Smith is concerned taxpayers are being asked to commit to a large investment in the Saltair water system without all the details.

An NDP government would equal a have-not province

Joe Sawchuck thinks B.C. would become a have-not province if an NDP government were elected.