Opinion

The Editor, I realized too late that I had moved into a building where smoking is permitted — even inside the suites. I did not think that it would be legal even in 2019, as I had never experienced such a torment before.

The 50th anniversary of Earth Day will be eclipsed by the COVID-19 pandemic. There won’t be any exuberant marches or rallies celebrating environmental protection.

B.C. Ferries is losing more than $1 million a day and is trying to negotiate a way around a sticking point that could prevent the company from being eligible for federal aid.

The annual Day of Mourning on April 28 will look a lot different this year.

Now that we are well and truly into our COVID-19 pandemic response, many people throughout British Columbia and Canada have similar questions and concerns.

The Editor, I am extremely concerned about the likelihood of our government giving a bailout to the Big Oil companies.

An open letter to the First Nations people of Canada, We have spent years fighting against intolerance, environmental catastrophes, apathy and cultural expectations. If you choose to, I believe we can steer the ship to everyone’s benefit.

The Editor, Today I was outside with my kids on a local school field just kicking a soccer ball around. We have been doing this frequently lately since schools are closed and playground equipment has been made off limits.

April 17 was Bat Appreciation Day. A day marked to remind people about the importance of bats and a perfect time to admire bats in your backyard, as mid-April often marks the time when bats emerge from their long winter sleep.

Without a doubt, we are living in an extraordinary time, and I am encouraged to see how we as a collective community are coming together to support each other through the unprecedented challenges presented by COVID-19.