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Rice industry thwarted in Alberta

I had the privilege of working with three gentlemen on setting up a rice growing and processing industry.

Crofton paper carrier always comes through

You will see Bonnie roaming the streets of Crofton in the rain, wind and snow on her electric scooter, delivering our papers on time.

Let Liberals know electoral reform vital

Thank you for your editorial decrying the cynical cancellation of the promise for electoral reform.

Steam locomotive could be tourist draw

I appreciate that it may be too expensive to upgrade the tracks for heavy freight trains. But surely there is a tourism option.

All the facts are true, just a different spin

I am pleased that my letter of Feb. 1 has received such attention.

Impossible to avoid smoke

Regarding the harmful effects of irresponsible wood burning, I would like to share something I heard on CBC Radio about a week ago.

Happy that police enforcing the law on marijuana

Unlike Gary Starkweather, I am please that the authorities are cracking down on these illegal pot businesses.

New high heels law is long overdue

Andrew Weaver is making pre-election headlines with a bill that will end the requirement for some women to wear high heels for their jobs.

Childcare deserves more respect

As a mother of three sons and an early childhood educator, I encourage parents and legislators in our communities to support this plan.

CERCA campaign to drive away jobs

CERCA recently launched a campaign to drive more than 50 jobs away from the former Westcan Terminal and out of the Cowichan Bay area.