Opinion

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

The Editor, A big shout-out to all the staff at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody. This hospital is run like a well-oiled machine.

The Fraser Institute has been roundly criticized over the years - including by this newspaper - for ranking schools and pitting them against one another.

FACE TO FACE: Would a four-day school week be good for education and kids? A couple of weeks ago, the good folks in Fort McMurray, Alta. were embroiled in a debate about a four-day school week.

FACE TO FACE: Would a four-day school week be good for education and kids? Y ou can't make this stuff up. Planters is out of peanuts. Heinz might stop making ketchup.

The Editor, Irrespective of the controversy surrounding Sen. Pamela Wallin and other senators having overstepped their expenses, the question of residence for health care should not be an issue.

Parents of athletic children are not always the best role models when it comes to accepting the calls of referees and losing or winning graciously.

The Editor, Re. "Shortsighted way to balance budget" (Letters, The Tri-City News, Feb. 22). In response to the letter from Yvonne Harris concerning the proposed sale of surplus properties by the B.C. government, I disagree.