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Do people believe words that come from the mouths of Liberal ministers?

Do people believe words that come from the mouths of Liberal ministers?

Re: Letter from Education Minister I just loved reading the letter in Saturday's paper from the education minister.
Proper use of the roundabout needs to be re-stated

Proper use of the roundabout needs to be re-stated

The roundabout at the end of the new Cameron Street Bridge has been in operation for many months now. However, after seeing repeated breach of protocol, it seems that the proper use of the roundabout needs to be re-stated.
Education funding not that simple

Education funding not that simple

I suppose students, parents, and educators throughout British Columbia should be appreciative of our Minister of Education, Margaret MacDiarmid, taking time to "set the record straight" regarding the current state of educational funding.
What a commotion

What a commotion

I love it! - When I drive by the sculpture "Commotion" it makes me smile. To me it depicts happiness and a sense of community. Look at them all holding hands and dancing together, who couldn't smile. Good work GBIA, and I like your work Mr. Muntener.
Scientists keen on building ‘Franken-fish’ for table fare

Scientists keen on building ‘Franken-fish’ for table fare

Paul Willcocks In Victoria I'm keen on building a better world through science.
Time to head to the power big leagues

Time to head to the power big leagues

I had been waiting for the call for a few years but it never came. It had been bugging me a little why they didn't call, but I kept the faith. Then, out of the blue, I the call came.
Turn the other cheek

Turn the other cheek

My husband and I own a small retail/service store in town called The Zen Garden. It is a place of wellness, focused on helping others find healing for the body, mind and soul.
Recycling is way to go

Recycling is way to go

Some call it "trash," "refuse," or "waste," but it's just plain "garbage.
Has anyone turned up with a strange bike?

Has anyone turned up with a strange bike?

To the wonderful person or persons who felt the urge to cut the lock and steal our granddaughter's bike from her school (Central Fort George). We had to fight in court to have her with us, and to give her a life others take for granted.
HST is Revenue neutral

HST is Revenue neutral

A recent editorial incorrectly implied that the HST is not revenue neutral because a local fast food chain now remits more tax to Victoria. Restaurants used to pay PST on many of the goods they purchase for their operations.