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There's always room for truth and reconciliation

There's always room for truth and reconciliation

But it's history they say, just move on. It's in the past, and we can't do anything about it. Those are the kind of statements you hear when you try to open up a conversation about any mistreatment of people in the past.
In favour of the 'right-wing naysayer'

In favour of the 'right-wing naysayer'

Dear Editor: Re: Which "taxpayers" are you speaking for?, Letters to the Editor, Burnaby NOW, Sept. 19. I think I could possibly demystify, or at least lessen, some of Bill Phelps' bewilderment regarding the "financial backers" of Mr.
Burnaby's numbers for pit bull bites are questionable

Burnaby's numbers for pit bull bites are questionable

Dear Editor: The City of Burnaby is considering new breed-specific legislation for pit bulls. However, the mayor and city council seem ready to make important decisions concerning their safety based on very faulty research and misinformation.
When scientists speak out, we must listen

When scientists speak out, we must listen

It is a sad state of affairs when scientists across Canada take to the streets to bemoan their interaction with the government of their country.
Who's paying for skyrocketing costs in Metro Vancouver?

Who's paying for skyrocketing costs in Metro Vancouver?

A billion here, a billion there, it adds up. That's the problem with shopping lists.
Which 'taxpayers' are you speaking for?

Which 'taxpayers' are you speaking for?

Dear Editor: Re: Gov't workers take more sick days, In My Opinion, Burnaby NOW, Sept. 13. Why, every time we turn on the news or open a newspaper, do we see Mr.
Employee sick day numbers skewed

Employee sick day numbers skewed

Dear Editor: Re: Gov't workers take more sick days, In My Opinion, Burnaby NOW, Sept. 13. I was disgusted to read the editorial opinion piece by Jordan Bateman, the B.C.
Do your routines make your life healthier?

Do your routines make your life healthier?

As our children settle into the rhythm and routines of a new school year, they begin with fresh notebooks, new pens, empty lockers and clean desks.
No forum for debate without fall session

No forum for debate without fall session

If you can get away with it once, well, just keep doing it. That seems to be Christy Clark's pattern as she enters her second term as B.C.'s premier. After all, she managed to get re-elected after only having the B.C.
All dogs should be leashed

All dogs should be leashed

Dear Editor: Many letters have been written on whether or not certain breed of dogs should be on a leash when taken in public places.