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Former BC Housing CEO Shayne Ramsay. (Caitlin Clow - Kelowna Capital News)

IN OUR VIEW: BC Housing scandal an appalling mess

How much money could have gone to badly-needed projects?

  • May 15, 2023

 

The risk of avalanches is higher than usual this year. (Black Press file photo)

EDITORIAL: Avalanche hazards can have fatal consequences

Deaths from avalanche incidents have been recorded near Nelson, Valemount and Revelstoke this year

  • Feb 15, 2023

 

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EDITORIAL: Congenital heart defects not uncommon in babies

Feb. 7-14 is Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week

  • Feb 8, 2023

 

Incumbent Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells found one of his election signs vandalized over the weekend. Photo supplied

EDITORIAL: Election battles need to stay civil

No place for childish behaviour like defacing and destroying signs

Incumbent Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells found one of his election signs vandalized over the weekend. Photo supplied
Ridge Meadows RCMP were on scene of a shooting an McDougal Street in Maple Ridge earlier this month. (Neil Corbett/The News)

In Our View: Gun control not a one-off issue

Dealing with our gun violence problem is a thorny isssue with no one simple solution

  • May 27, 2022
Ridge Meadows RCMP were on scene of a shooting an McDougal Street in Maple Ridge earlier this month. (Neil Corbett/The News)
Two Victoria residents face charges after an April 20 protest in Langford that impacted traffic northbound toward the Malahat. (Save Old Growth/Twitter)

EDITORIAL: When protests turn into stunts

It’s a shame protesters increasingly believe the only way to get their…

Two Victoria residents face charges after an April 20 protest in Langford that impacted traffic northbound toward the Malahat. (Save Old Growth/Twitter)
Mother’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, May 8. (Pixabay)

5 creative ideas for celebrating Mother’s Day last minute

It’s not too late to show mom you care

Mother’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, May 8. (Pixabay)
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the new variants, difficult conversations may be necessary when planning gatherings with friends or family during the holiday season. (Pixabay.com)

EDITORIAL: Talk safety before celebrating the holidays

As COVID-19 case numbers rise, difficult conversations will be necessary

  • Dec 22, 2021
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the new variants, difficult conversations may be necessary when planning gatherings with friends or family during the holiday season. (Pixabay.com)
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EDITORIAL: It’s time to rebrand Beefs and Bouquets

The time has come to rebrand our Beefs & Bouquets page. If…

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets people having lunch at a White Spot restaurant in Coquitlam, B.C., on July 8. Canadian party leaders are working worked their way around the country, in what some see as the proof they needed that a federal election is on its way. (Darryl Dyck - The Canadian Press)

OUR VIEW: Federal election sure to be called

The signs are already there, with leaders in campaign mode

  • Jul 28, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets people having lunch at a White Spot restaurant in Coquitlam, B.C., on July 8. Canadian party leaders are working worked their way around the country, in what some see as the proof they needed that a federal election is on its way. (Darryl Dyck - The Canadian Press)
Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)

Editorial: Diligence required as fire danger rises

Last week an open burning ban came into effect for the Coastal Fire Centre

  • Jul 7, 2021
Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)

EDITORIAL – Obey the Cone Zone; give highway workers a brake

BC Cone Zone campaign asks drivers to slow down and to pay attention to traffic control instructions

  • May 19, 2021
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EDITORIAL: Canada’s $1 trillion national debt

Canada’s national debt has topped $1 trillion for the first time in…

  • May 5, 2021
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Public health restrictions on non-essential travel are in effect. (B.C. government)

EDITORIAL: Stop looking for loopholes in travel restrictions

The COVID-related non-essential travel restrictions were announced in full on Friday, and…

  • Apr 26, 2021
Public health restrictions on non-essential travel are in effect. (B.C. government)
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EDITORIAL: April is World Autism Month

With so many worthy official “days” and months it’s hard to keep…

  • Apr 14, 2021
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COVID conspiracists tamper with Record newspapers

It has come to our attention that a certain number of our…

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EDITORIAL: Early detection the key to treating colorectal cancer

According to the Colorectal Cancer Canada website, colorectal cancer is the third…

  • Mar 17, 2021
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EDITORIAL: COVIDiocy has reached another level

Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a COVIDiot takes it…

  • Mar 2, 2021
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EDITORIAL – BC should follow Nova Scotia’s lead regarding presumed consent for organ donation

New Nova Scotia legislation recently made headlines across the nation, for all…

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EDITORIAL: Draw of gang life a reflection of societal values

Wealth and all its trappings glorified at every turn

  • Jan 20, 2021
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