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The dignity they deserve

The dignity they deserve

Pearl S. Buck stated: "Our society must make it right and possible for old people not to fear the young or be deserted by them, for the test of a civilization is the way that it cares for its helpless members.
Aquarium railroaded by whale politics

Aquarium railroaded by whale politics

By banning cetaceans at the Vancouver Aquarium, the park board has taken a disconcertingly simplistic view that will almost certainly cost some stranded whales, dolphins and porpoises their lives and could potentially cost local taxpayers millions of
Thanks for the librarian, Donald

Thanks for the librarian, Donald

U.S. President Donald Trump is the walking, talking antithesis of a public library. He is loud and annoying. Libraries are quiet and inviting. He says he knows everything but then opens his mouth and proves the opposite.
When everyone agrees, it can get pretty boring

When everyone agrees, it can get pretty boring

When my husband and I lived in Victoria, political disagreement amongst peers was rare. On the island, I could count on one hand the people I knew who were conservative in their political views.
Reasons why you should consider a living will

Reasons why you should consider a living will

Sophia (not her real name) is 93 years old and living in a care home.
Random kindness

Random kindness

Yesterday I was looking for The Citizen office. I asked one lady where is it, she showed me where it was, she was willing to bring me there but I cannot walk back about three or four blocks.
Springtime litter

Springtime litter

Has anyone else noticed the unsightly litter on the roadsides in the city? The snow covered up a lot of it and now the unsightly mess is there for all to see.
Listen to the people

Listen to the people

After listening to the people of Perry subdivision defend their area, I was pleased with the decision of the mayor and council in defeating this proposal. Traffic around Ferry Avenue is a major concern that needs to be addressed.
Sovereign sense

Sovereign sense

In the spirit of the upcoming TED x-UNBC 2017 conference, where the theme shall be "dispelling misconceptions," and with reference to Srabon Salims's letter of May 2, where he clarifies somewhat his stance against the monarchy, please allow me to pro
How cultural appropriation saved the world

How cultural appropriation saved the world

There's been a lot in the news lately about cultural appropriation.