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Underperforming CPPIB
| Prime Minister Carney. Does the fact that the recent report on CPPIB cause you any concern re your new Sovereign investment strategy? It should…as the active investment started by the Liberal Government has under performed vs its peers since inception. The least you could do is axe this entity as it is of no benefit to the ordinary taxpayer who is paying for it. Bill Rock |
Long overdue recognition
| Are you aware that world renowned ice skaters Torvil and Dean are on the New Years Honours list to be honored with Knighthood and Damehood? They are long time ice dancers for over 50 years Ruth Millar |
Who has jurisdiction?
| So, apparently the Peterborough Police and the Crown are not interested in enforcing the law of Section 162.1 which states that sharing pictures of genitalia without permission is a crime One woman and her cousin shared that and all our intimate conversations with my church in North Dakota. The police there said it needed to be handled in North Dakota, despite the crime originating in their city. The Crown never responded. So, revenge porn is okay as long as it’s across the border Paul Miller North Dakota |
Something missing
| The provincial government in its high handed, undemocratic way will not solve the housing issues it purported to solve, and has caused a great deal more problems in municipalities across the province. Because they have not had the wisdom to specify who should benefit from their mandates, and figure out true ways in which this could be done, they have caused damage instead of solving issues. In their arrogance they have not specified that affordable and accessible housing be supplied. They have not even asked that rental housing be supplied. Instead they have talked about “the missing middle” which simply refers to the size of the structures (neither high-rises nor single family dwellings), and which misleadingly causes the populace to think they are referring to income levels. Developers, rubbing their hands together in anticipation of profits, jumped on this band wagon and bought up large lots in anticipation of making money. The properties they built and continue to build are such that will fill their coffers, and are not the kind of properties that will suit a low to middle income household or those who need accessible structures. What is being built are high-end, expensive accommodations that will sell to outside buyers with money, instead of housing those in need in their own communities. Furthermore the increase in densification increases the strain on all infrastructure. The most apparent problem is the increase in traffic. But in older municipalities the strain on swage and waste water systems, storm water systems, street maintenance and upgrades, waste management systems and public transportation has been completely been ignored by our provincial government. Destruction of clean air, green spaces and quiet zones have also been deemed unimportant by those who should be most concerned about environmental concerns. Our provincial government has not come up with a plan to supply current citizens in lower to middle income brackets, first time buyers, or those who have mobility issues with affordable housing. Instead they have pandered to developers and outsiders. British Columbia citizens will continue to have the same housing problems that spurred this ill-conceived mandate. Norma Freeman |
Repurpose the Bay Centre
| The two floors of The Bay Centre, Victoria, B.C., would be perfect for a tourist hotel. In the center of Victoria attractions and stores….just at the start, end, and during tours. There could a small restaurant for the tourists also. Noreen Annett |
Is Canada broken?
| It’s time to have a serious look at ourselves…. i.e. the age of decadence – it’s permissible for criminals to not obey the laws that law- abiding citizens live by. So-called homeless just help themselves to whatever they want, when they want and are allowed to deface/defecate wherever/whenever they please, with no regard for anyone but themselves and make demands while they’re at it. The age of insolence/ignorance – it’s permissible for law officers to not have any authority to protect law-abiding citizens. The RCMP take their directives from the UK. Straight from national and provincial level, merely the ever-present revolving door shows that there are no laws, just the upside down, non-existent laws of justice. We have no backbone whatsoever – immigrants have free-for-all non-conforming lives on foreign soil. Bring their battles from their country of origin and make demands on our Canadian soil. In other words, if you have no respect for our way of life and refuse to conform, then you are free to leave. Go back to where you came from. The monarchies of France/UK have no business making any claims of ownership on foreign soil. Well-documented facts say that they were starving in their homes, battled for ownership of our land. Broke all the laws in order to loot/pillage/make more false claims. Made laws in order to make more false claims, not to mention genocide. Furthermore we are not British. We are true Canadians that belong to North America. A L Svensson |
Crane accidents will continue
| Crane accidents will continue Speaking as a former IUOE steward and labour delegate I am sad to say that crane accidents will likely continue. Often union leaders are quick to speak strong on safety when in the spotlight, but the reality is construction workers often find themselves alone when facing unsafe conditions . Coupled with the employer-employee power imbalance, workers often find IUOE leadership aloof when raising concerns. During my time it was a frequent practice to minimize worker concerns in order to gain favour with the Employer . Their very slogan “building relationships ” begs the question of the willingness to challenge unsafe jobsites. A review of the Labour Boards website, IUOE 115 has not lead any safety grievances against employers. Unfortunately crane accidents will likely continue when IUOE115 leaders are aloof what construction workers face on the job. Sean Kealy Prince George |
Homeless Hell
| I am writing this letter to express my concern about the current state of my hometown, Victoria, BC. As a city resident, I am deeply troubled by the growing number of homeless individuals, drug users, and criminals who have taken over our once-beautiful and respected city. It seems that every day, the situation is getting worse, and I wonder when the government will step in to help. Instead of supporting sick people who need serious help, we offer them more opportunities and services than most hardworking taxpayers receive. Unfortunately, many individuals abuse these services and use our resources to peddle drugs, carry weapons, and commit crimes. It’s frustrating to see this happening, and I feel like my patience is running out. The problem is that there isn’t enough education or programs to help these individuals, and we are fighting a losing battle against addiction, violence, and mental illness. Our government and justice system are broken, and many criminals get away with their crimes, which only fuels more criminal behavior. Moreover, there are so many wanted criminals hiding throughout Vancouver Island and Victoria, and it’s only a matter of time before a problematic situation arises, leading to more theft and violence. This, in turn, drives up inflation and cripples businesses of all sizes. Grocery stores and other companies are feeling the most impact from the uptick in theft, and it’s disheartening to see the perpetrators walk away without any repercussions. Additionally, the environment is suffering due to the emissions from drugs like crack and meth and the increasing amount of garbage and rodents. It’s time to take action Monty Joe Lowery |
Out of touch PM
| What is happening in Canada? The government is now using the Emergencies Act to stifle peaceful protests. The act has been enhanced to further control crowd funding. They are now obligating our financial institute to monitor crowd funding organizations. This Act was put in place to address real terrorists, not protestors. The financial institutes already are currently obligated to report any large and suspicious transfers of money. With changes that the PM and his government have just implemented, they now allow these institutes to place your bank account on hold based on you funding the Freedom Convoy. Basically you are considered a terrorist without any evidence confirmed by an unbiased governing body such as a court. Does that sound like Canada? Not at all, but it certainly sounds like Russia, China, Cuba just to list a few countries. Is that what we want? Our rights are being significantly effected by an out of touch PM. He cannot lead but only dictate his will on all Canadian citizens. Who else in government has supported this action? The federal NDP party. This should make you feel very uncomfortable with those in charge of our government. The Conservatives and the Peoples Party have been the only parties that has put up some resistance. Politicians must take this action serious and take strong decisive actions against this tyrant. The story is that the Freedom Convoy truckers were heavily armed. Yes, there were weapons confiscated by our police. The big Canadian media machine have suggested they were taken from truckers in the Freedom Convoy. Is that true? There is a different narrative if you listen to journalists that have spoken. Al Kersch |