Opinion

Editor: There has been a lot of discussion regarding the need for proper funding for class size and composition, English Language and special needs students in the ongoing teachers' strike.

A high protein breakfast is a perfect way to start the day. It keeps us sated and ensures balanced blood sugar throughout the day. It really is true–breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

You know the smell that hits you the moment you walk into Canadian Tire, that intoxicating aroma of rubber that instantly signifies you've entered the world of one of the country's most iconic retailers? Well, I got a nose full of that scent last Sat

Both sides have to find a way to reach a settlement

Editor: As the B.C. teachers' strike continues, it is now very apparent the premier has made this a personal vendetta against the BCTF. Premier Christy Clark and Education Minister Peter Fassbender care little for our children's education.

Editor: Re: Port anticipating phased adoption of shore power, letter to the editor, Aug. 29 Don't hold your breath on that one. Port Metro Vancouver is good at making promises but less so in getting them done.

I guess we were expecting it, as much as we hoped it wouldn't happen. As the education dispute continues, parents have been scrambling to make arrangements for their children to be looked after.

Editor: Re: School taxes withheld as services not provided, letter to the editor, Sept. 3 Kudos to Vytas Vaitkus on taking a stand for withholding his taxes for the portion paid towards education.

Editor: I am disappointed to hear the proposed development at 47A Avenue and 48B Street has been changed from apartments to townhouses.

Editor: My wife and I own two vehicles plus two motorcycles and a trailer. ICBC got an 11 per cent increase in 2012, 4.9 per cent in 2013 and it is asking for another five per cent for 2014. For our (retired) family, this gets damned expensive.