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Settlement is inevitable, so let's not waste more time

Settlement is inevitable, so let's not waste more time

The labour strife between the provincial government and public school teachers is like no other.
Impressive run has one more term

Impressive run has one more term

It looks like she's willing to settle for being No. 2. Mayor Lois Jackson's announcement Monday that she would seek a sixth term this November didn't come as much of a surprise to anyone who keeps tabs on municipal hall.
Union leader should set example

Union leader should set example

Editor: Why is B.C. Teachers' Federation president Jim Iker urging teachers, who don't get paid while on strike, to continue job action? It's easy for Iker to do so since he most likely is getting paid his six-figure salary regardless.
Funding needed to fight proposed radio towers

Funding needed to fight proposed radio towers

Editor: In just over six weeks the Whatcom County hearing on KRPI's proposed fivetower antenna array in Point Roberts will take place in Bellingham.
Graduating students losing out with prolonged strike

Graduating students losing out with prolonged strike

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.
Tsawwassen Foodie: Mini Frittata Muffins

Tsawwassen Foodie: Mini Frittata Muffins

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.
Soaking up that new field smell

Soaking up that new field smell

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
Broken system is holding students in B.C. hostage

Broken system is holding students in B.C. hostage

Both sides have to find a way to reach a settlement
Premier seems to be taking pleasure prolonging strike

Premier seems to be taking pleasure prolonging strike

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.
Ship pollution deserves port action

Ship pollution deserves port action

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.