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Don't revive the capital punishment debate

Don't revive the capital punishment debate

It is completely understandable that when we, as a society, are faced with a monstrous crime, we ponder capital punishment.
Really a 'top' employer?

Really a 'top' employer?

Dear Editor: Re: The mystery of Telus Park, In My Opinion, Burnaby NOW, March 14. Mr. Baldrey states in his In My Opinion column: "Telus has also been named one of the Top 100 companies to work for in Canada.
Student speaks out for teachers

Student speaks out for teachers

I love school. As a member of the graduating class of 2012, nearly 13 years have passed since my first day of kindergarten, and let me tell you now, not all of it has been fun.
Who cares about mayor?

Who cares about mayor?

Dear Editor: Re: Mayor backs Topp in NDP race, Burnaby NOW, March 14.
Trustee raises his voice

Trustee raises his voice

Dear Editor: As both a school board trustee (in Burnaby) and a public school teacher (in Surrey), I'd like to declare my personal conflicts in the current debate over the direction of public education in B.C.
Another failure to protect our environment

Another failure to protect our environment

Should we be shocked that the Tories are apparently looking at stripping fish habitat protection out of the Fisheries Act? Probably not. The Conservatives seem to have no shame where the environment is concerned.
Teachers are right to protest

Teachers are right to protest

Dear Editor: Re: Let's try a new approach, Letters to the editor, Burnaby NOW, March 9. It appears as if Garth Evans does not read the actual reports of the Burnaby NOW, as it was clearly reported by Jennifer Moreau on 2 March (i.e.
Best way to reform Senate? Just get rid of it

Best way to reform Senate? Just get rid of it

Electing a senator for B.C. will do nothing to fix an institution that has virtually no impact on anyone's life
Where is the pipeline outcry?

Where is the pipeline outcry?

Dear Editor: Re: Mayor wants public consultation on pipeline, Burnaby NOW, March 7.
Homes with suites need to pay their fair share

Homes with suites need to pay their fair share

Dear Editor: I recently received a flyer advertising two new homes. These homes replace a perfectly good duplex that was torn down. What sticks in my craw is this: Each of these houses is advertised as having not one but two suites.