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Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

A recent survey finds that many kids understand that individual action alone is not enough, and most recognize that systemic accountability is necessary to tackle the climate crisis.
Squamish letter: District urged to negotiate for hospitals, transit before new housing

Squamish letter: District urged to negotiate for hospitals, transit before new housing

A concerned resident is calling on the District of Squamish to demand critical infrastructure investments—including hospitals, transit, and emergency planning—before complying with the province’s aggressive new housing targets.
Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Two fast-tracked bills centralize authority, bypass democratic checks and threaten Indigenous consultation under the guise of urgent reform
Squamish opinion: Shop local, avoid the ugly cry

Squamish opinion: Shop local, avoid the ugly cry

A pricey online purchase, international shipping fees, and costly alterations couldn’t save this mother-of-the-groom from fashion disappointment. But a spontaneous visit to a local shop changed everything.
Squamish editorial: No homes lost in Dryden Creek fire thanks to co-ordinated response

Squamish editorial: No homes lost in Dryden Creek fire thanks to co-ordinated response

The fight against wildfires is often judged by containment numbers. But when it comes to the recent blaze near Squamish, many say true success lies in what wasn’t lost.
Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Wildfire smoke doesn't just darken the skies — it harms the brain, especially in those most vulnerable.
Rob Shaw: By Eby's logic, Putin has a shot at next BC Ferries deal

Rob Shaw: By Eby's logic, Putin has a shot at next BC Ferries deal

Premier's defence of China contract draws fire for putting cost ahead of principle
Les Leyne: Electric hydrofoil ferry could be the future

Les Leyne: Electric hydrofoil ferry could be the future

It turned in an impressive performance, but there is a lot of work to do before it, or some variation on the concept, becomes a common sight in B.C. waters.
Opinion: B.C.'s mental health law is on trial — and so is our commitment to human rights

Opinion: B.C.'s mental health law is on trial — and so is our commitment to human rights

A mental health system that respects Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms can also promote public safety.
Rob Shaw: B.C. eyes new rules to rein in municipal mayhem

Rob Shaw: B.C. eyes new rules to rein in municipal mayhem

With Kamloops as the poster child for chaos, housing minister looks to bring new accountability rules before the next municipal election