Opinion

L ast week the folks at BC Business magazine named Squamish the best city for work in the province.

L ast night I said goodbye to my neighbours who are moving to Penticton. The price of housing (and everything else) in Squamish had gotten too much for them.

I t’s great that the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s adoption department is recognizing that there are a variety of good parents.

I recently received the reminder for the utilities. The fact they have increased yet again this year is worth noting, but not the focus of my attention. Our municipal hall is closed from Dec. 23 until Jan. 3.

I get why the District of Squamish doesn’t want anymore drive-thrus in town (see page A15). They can cause traffic congestion and aren’t necessarily good for a sense of community or to get people out walking instead of driving.

A fter two years in office is our municipal council up to its armpits in alligators? Stay tuned and we’ll try to answer that question. In a recent email exchange Coun.

W hy are people carelessly tossing their garbage into the forest around Squamish? A pile of household garbage was recently spotted near Pilchuk Bridge in the Upper Squamish Valley (see page A3) and a rusting barbecue and rotting couch were found in t

The longest night of the year is fast approaching. It’s time to reflect on 2016 and who’s been naughty and who’s been nice. A tip of the helmet to the many cyclists, particularly those who ride year round.

There are a few options for commuting to the city

Dear Canada, As America’s nightmare began to dawn last Wednesday morning, I kept thinking of you. Our great northern sibling with whom we share so much, and with whom we have such stark differences.