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Public education threatened by labour dispute

BC Teachers' Federation, BC Public School Employers Association bargaining comes to halt, threat of lockout or docked pay looms

Transit green pitch needs better bus frequency

I noticed an ad for BC Transit suggesting that I BԪַgo greenBԪַ and use the bus system. However, buses are infrequent, unreliable and unavailable in many parts of Greater Victoria.

Ban burning in Langford once and for all

I was totally dismayed upon receiving a 2011-2012 burn schedule. Here we go again at the insanity of it. I have been monitoring this event over the past five to six years and have written various letters on the subject.

MLA column offers few solutions

Government ignores West Shore priorities, MLA Report, Sept. 30, 2011

School board trustees are crucial community leaders

I had the pleasure of attending a School District 62 board meeting the other night.

Colwood must rein in spending

Re: Colwood showing fiscal leadership, Letters, Sept. 28, 2011.

Our View: Regional residentsBԪַ concerns shifting

The annual Vital Signs report announced this week that the cost of living is the No. 1 concern for residents of the Capital Region, ahead of the previous top issue, homelessness.
Dumb leaders attack smart meters

Dumb leaders attack smart meters

The annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention spent quite a bit of time talking about new wireless technology. Unfortunately, most of it was wasted on ignorance and fear, fanned by the NDP, Green Party and some like-minded opportunists in local government.

Regional efforts could pay off for all municipalities

Getting important projects done requires regional co-operation. The $10-million replacement of the Craigflower bridge using federal gas tax funds is a perfect example.

Economic sackers versus fixers

What happens when political leaders fumble and dither, as they are doing now in face of the world financial crisis?
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