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New B.C. cabinet minister congratulated — sort of

Dear editor, Congratulations to Don McRae on his promotion to cabinet.

Japan quake raises stakes for Baynes Sound coal mine proposal

Dear editor, As the next public comment period approaches for the proposed Raven underground coal mine, both the pro and anti groups are gathering their diverse arguments.

Not much time to grasp Comox OCP

Dear editor, The Town of Comox OCP planning process started in November 2009 and a large number of public meetings have been held since then to gain input from residents.

EDITORIAL: Earthquakes shatter what we take for granted

Among the most mesmerizing messages to come out of Japan these days is the importance of not taking things for granted. One of the world’s most sophisticated nations, the Pacific Rim country has made an industry out of preparing for massive earthquakes.

Earth Hour response means Canadians want climate change action

Dear editor, Earth Hour is upon us once again, and this Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. over a billion people worldwide will be switching off their lights.
Don’t play politics with BC Hydro

Don’t play politics with BC Hydro

Disturbed by negative reaction to homeless shelter proposal

Dear editor, I am quite disturbed by the negative comments about the proposed homeless shelter.

If you're tired of media puffery, look elsewhere

Dear editor, I don't get much out of Tom Fletcher's column, finding his analysis shallow and his perspective immovably aligned with the corporate interests that govern us.

Taxpayer mad as hell about parkland spending

Dear editor, I would like to know who gave the regional directors the idea that another, "tiny little tax" to the homeowners of their respective areas to purchase parkland, would be supported?

Homeless shelter editorial thoughtful, cartoon not so much

Dear editor, I take great offense at the Under the Glacier cartoon published March 9.
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