Opinion

EDITOR, This is the first time in a long while I've taken intense interest in city council and the mayor. I have compiled my "dream team" for the people to occupy those positions. Mayor: Rob Kirkham.

EDITOR, Squamish has transitioned into a bedroom community, which presents a very big challenge. Proper vision and a clear local action are needed to turn this challenge into opportunity.

Compared to some other jurisdictions the local municipal election campaign has been a welcome oasis of decorum. Vancouver held a circus sideshow, loosely referred to as a mayoral race.

EDITOR, What a Remembrance Day we were so fortunate to celebrate last Friday in Squamish - a testament to the democratic rights and freedoms that underpin the peace, order and good government at Canada's core.

EDITOR, No-one can argue that fact that past industry in the Howe Sound area has caused a great deal of harm to the environment, but do we go into a future without industry as part of the plan? Do we become a community of commuters driving hours each

EDITOR, My special interest is natural hazards and public safety. I have been following the election through The Chief and attendance at two all-candidates' forums.

EDITOR, As a semi-long-time resident of Squamish (almost 17 years!), I have seen many changes in our community. When I hear what Auli has to offer Squamish, I am excited.

I've always had a very low tolerance for liars, thieves and scam artists.

EDITOR, How many signs on the highway does it take to get elected? My answer to this question would be just a few, if the signs were as unique and thought-provoking as the ones posted by Auli Parviainen. On Nov.

EDITOR, When I first heard the name Peter Kent it was from my son, then in Grade 6.