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No right way to say goodbye

No right way to say goodbye

The government finally passed bill C-14 "An Act to change the Criminal Code and make related amendments to other Acts (medical assistance in dying).
Papa don't preach

Papa don't preach

A common portrayal of fathers, from Father Knows Best to All In The Family, The Cosby Show, The Simpsons, Married With Children and Modern Family are dads as loveable dopes, befuddled by change, easily manipulated by children, both young and grown an
Site C is killing green power

Site C is killing green power

It was an exciting news story that jumped off front pages less than three years ago: a massive new wind farm to be built on Vancouver Island that would generate enough electricity to power 75,000 homes.
Why join the U.S. in a parade of death?

Why join the U.S. in a parade of death?

Every week it seems, we here in Canada are witness to a mass killing in our neighbour. The horror of Orlando has surpassed the prior horrors of Newton, San Bernardino and so many more.
Committee looks at healthcare, again

Committee looks at healthcare, again

There are standing committees of the legislature that go years on end without doing anything. They are standing only in the sense that they are standing still.
Safety dance

Safety dance

Unseasonably cold, driving rain and soupy mud greeted the 400 kids taking on the 5.7-kilometre Little Mudder course at Otway on Thursday.
Crocodile tears and prayers

Crocodile tears and prayers

Any loss of human life is tragic. For the members of the LGBTQ to turn this into an opportunity for publicity is disgusting. Their display of crocodile tears in Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park is nothing more than a photo opportunity.
Trail needs better signage

Trail needs better signage

I just rode the new Centennial Trail. Signage is mostly okay till you get to Tabor. Bicycles by law are required to be ridden on the right side of the road.
Editorials a highlight

Editorials a highlight

Neil, Tuesday's editorial, like so many, was great, just brilliant. Many thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. I am a great fan of The Citizen and enjoy it each day. Your editorial frequently makes a great start to my day. Thank you! P.S.
How to craft an ad to grab attention

How to craft an ad to grab attention

Many times as business owners we throw advertising out there without it being effective. If you want results, there are three things you need to do to ensure you get a response: No.