Opinion

For those who think the PST/HST/GST conversion April 1 is just a crazy alphabet soup game and not their problem, think again.

H ow are seniors managing and planning for the future? The Seniors in the Lower Mainland: A Snapshot of Facts and Trends released last week by the United Way and SPARC BC tells an interesting story.

The B.C. legislature session ends this week. It can't come quickly enough for Premier Christy Clark and the B.C. Liberals.

The Editor, Re. "Speak up on outdoor PoCo pools" (The Tri-City News, Feb. 20). So last week I opened up some mail to find the city of Port Coquitlam is "Planning the Future of our Outdoor Pools.

The Editor, Re. "City bills are due soon for water, sewer" (The Tri-City News, March 8). I have just received my utility statement from the city of Coquitlam with a total amount of $772 for the current year.

The health of the Coquitlam River can't be measured by one small study taken over a few days in one single year.

FACE TO FACE: Should Canada increase or decrease immigration? C anada is one of the most immigrant-friendly countries in the world. But maybe we shouldn't be so friendly.

FACE TO FACE: Should Canada increase or decrease immigration? Have you had this discussion about immigration? First comes the disclaimer: "Well, of course I'm all in favour of immigration" Then comes the "but": "I just wish more of 'them' tried to ac

The Editor, Re. "Good results - and caution - in limited Coquitlam River tests" (The Tri-City News, March 6).

In late March, when the federal government unveils its new budget, community leaders across the country will be looking for a long-term plan that helps cities and towns deliver services that support a competitive economy, create jobs and protect our