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A study in consumption

A study in consumption

I've been analyzing my spending patterns lately and I'm intrigued by what I've discovered. When I plan a purchase ahead of time, I see it as an investment and I'm willing to pay full price for the item or service.
Legislation changes add more protection for auto buyers

Legislation changes add more protection for auto buyers

Buying a vehicle should be a smooth, transparent, professional experience. Many groups, including the New Car Dealers Association, have been pushing for changes that will promote transparency and accountability in the industry. On Feb. 18, the B.C.
Spray on some savings

Spray on some savings

When the mechanic handed me the $1,250 estimate for repairs on our vehicle's air conditioner, I gave it some serious thought... for about 30 seconds. "How much do I owe you for the estimate?" I asked.
NDP questions premier over travel expenses

NDP questions premier over travel expenses

Opposition leader John Horgan waded into question period Tuesday, confident that he had a winning issue in Premier Christy Clark's apparent preference for travelling by chartered jet with a full-blown entourage on board.
Families are losing everything

Families are losing everything

Enbridge and the Northern Gateway pipeline is being attacked by natives, environmentalists and, sadly, Justin Trudeau and his newly formed government. Certain groups are paying professional protesters to criminalize Alberta.
B.C. a world leader in forest management

B.C. a world leader in forest management

I am writing in response to the letter in the Feb. 19 edition titled "B.C. has poor record of resource management" by Harry Coates. Forest management certainly hasn't been perfect over the past century; however, B.C.
Lack of nurses driving up costs

Lack of nurses driving up costs

Re: Feb. 18, 2016 - Bending the curve of health care costs.
Job fair poorly executed

Job fair poorly executed

Re: Site C job fair draws hundreds.
Trump card

Trump card

Donald Trump steamrolled to more victories over his more established contenders for the Republican Party presidential nomination Tuesday night.
Grateful for community help after fire

Grateful for community help after fire

My belief that most folks are basically thoughtful and caring was confirmed by their great generosity following my house fire on Boxing Day. I'm overwhelmed by the extent of support from my family, friends, neighbours and people I've never met.