Opinion

On behalf of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), I’d like to congratulate the District of Squamish for committing to make Squamish a healthier and safer community.

A s the sun shines longer each day, it would seem pedestrians are safer now that the dark evenings are over. But the heavy rain still makes it difficult for drivers to see people crossing the street, even at marked crosswalks.

It is with great interest I have read the various letters to the editor submitted by one Brackendale resident.

B efore the next election there are two possible changes we should debate. First, journalists would really appreciate the return of the caffeine-laden Jolt Cola (Google it, kids). May 9 was a long and crazy night.

I was cruising around downtown Squamish Monday afternoon to get to my accountant and sign my taxes. No, not this year’s filing, but rather last year’s because I’m not all that organized. Sue me… unless you’re the government, that is.

A review of the local job market leads to several questions, a few answers and some head scratching. According to a Work BC report, between 2006 and 2011, Squamish had the fastest growing labour market of all communities in the Lower Mainland.

T he water meter era is beginning. Somehow, I can’t remember our council being elected on the promise of water meters. Divide and conquer – pretty simple.

T he team at The Chief stayed up late into the night reporting on the outcome of the election for the West Vancouver-Sea to Sky riding – from our computers not local candidate gatherings.

W ith Mother’s Day just around the corner, I found myself reflecting on the friendships that have been etched in my life since I first became a mom – much like these stains on my couch that have persisted for the decade-plus I have called myself a pa

Be sure to choose the right variety for the juiciest berries