Opinion

Editor: Re: Three more academies planned, Jan. 27 Public schools in Delta benefit greatly from publicity that appears in local newspapers, but I wish to correct an impression created by a recent story.

Editor: The Indian Act is a detestable law.

Editor: I recently joined aqua fitness at Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre and found the exercise is beneficial for my health.

Rationalizing, pleading and badgering hasn't worked, so maybe putting some money on the table will do the trick.

Editor: Re: Malls will have positive impact on community, letter to the editor, Jan. 25 I really do not know how Gail Munro can come to the conclusion that the TFN malls will be good for business for anyone other than the TFN.

Our MP, Kerry-Lynne Findlay, recently spoke to the Delta Chamber of Commerce about pending federal legislation. While she spoke about a number of matters, I want to focus on one subject - the crime and punishment bills coming before parliament.

Editor: Re: Century plan offers opportunity to create a vibrant Main Street, letter to the editor, Jan. 27 I am so glad to hear about this opportunity for public input into street safety and public transit.

Editor: Re: Do as we say, not as we've done, Murphy's Law, Jan. 18 First, in the name of full disclosure and to prevent the usual racist slur that eventually is thrown out when one disagrees with First Nation plans, I am of aboriginal descent.

Editor: Re: Malls will have positive impact on community, letter to the editor, Jan.

Editor: My wife and I decided to go for a walk on Sunday. Our own dog had recently died so we thought, "don't waste a good walk, let's go to the local animal shelter and walk a couple of their dogs in the process.