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Privacy no more

Privacy no more

The Special Committee to Review the Personal Information Protection Act announced it will be seeking public consultation on the provincial legislation that governs "how private sector organizations can collect, use and disclose personal information.
Liberals can take teacher criticism

Liberals can take teacher criticism

For all the expressions of support for teachers in the current labour dispute, the B.C. Liberals are not all that concerned about the outcry nor inclined to put much more money on the table.
A profound effect on education

A profound effect on education

As an education assistant I see firsthand the impact of classroom composition and size on the quality of education.
Optimism unbound

Optimism unbound

Before Enbridge invested so much time and money on the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline, the company should have hired Daniel Kahneman as a consultant.
A part of something big and powerful

A part of something big and powerful

There are ongoing negotiations between my union, the British Columbia Teacher's Federation, and the provincial government. As a teacher, this has caused me to reflect on my profession and my position as a member of a union.
From snow golf to mutli-generational hunting trips

From snow golf to mutli-generational hunting trips

Long time community volunteers Laurie and Minnie Meier came to Prince George in 1967. Here is a bird's eye view of their story. The couple met one another in Princeton, B.C. and eventually moved to Vancouver.
Song of the Day

Song of the Day

The Tony Awards were about two weeks ago, which means I'm behind on my annual love-in for all things musical theatre in this space.
Sit down and solve it

Sit down and solve it

This confrontation between the politicians and teachers is totally ridiculous, especially when it leads to a walkout or strike. They both work for the government.
Protecting workers' rights

Protecting workers' rights

I had to re-read your June 14, 2014 editorial a few times until I realized your conclusion that "... victories at the bargaining table, not in the courtroom, are the only wins that matter" does not flow from your arguments that preceded it.
Could be the best job in the world

Could be the best job in the world

I am a teacher. I love my students, school and my community. I potentially have the best job in the world.