Opinion

I hated having to use “handcuffed” in this blog’s headline, but it seemed a fitted word to what’s going on with the review of the B.C. Police Act. Right from the start, the review has been tainted some of the people chosen to review the Police Act.

If you’re a fruit fan like me, this is the best time of year to be a British Columbian. I am a particular maniac when it comes to B.C.-grown cherries.

The Editor, Things have certainly changed since the federal election in 2019. I remember politicians visiting my mom’s retirement home in Port Coquitlam, no masks, no physical distancing, lots of handshakes. That was then, this is now.

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So, you’ve made the excellent decision to wear a face mask when you head out during the COVID-19 pandemic. I applaud your decision to protect people, especially when you enter indoor public places.

On June 22, New Westminster City Council approved the city’s participation in an inter-municipal business licence for ride-hailing agencies to operate in the region.

A commentary by an elementary school teacher in Victoria. I read Ian Cameron’s commentary — “ B.C.

The Editor, Re. “ Comment: I just moved here and have U.S. plates: Stop looking for COVID scapegoats ” (The Times Colonist, July 8) To Anonymous who moved to Victoria from California: Welcome to Canada.

The Editor, The current health pandemic has shone a light on the cracks in many of our public systems, and BC Parks is no exception. B.C.

The Washington pro football team tops the list of nicknames that are due for a change