Opinion

EDITOR, I am really glad to know and feel very good that on Nov. 24 at Quest University there is a seminar going to be held on first Sikh Pioneer in Squamish area, presented by two young Sikh boys, Rajkaran Singh Hans and Navdeep Singh Tatla.

Democracy is a two-way street. To properly work, it needs citizen involvement. It's not a new concept, but as Canadians grow more politically phobic and just plain complacent, it's a notion that's quickly forgotten.

Political life in this country gets zanier with each passing day. The three-ring circus in the Red Chamber continues to be a source of public entertainment for the denizens of Ottawa and the whole nation.

Happy 1st Election Birthday to us as a council! It has been an interesting year of learning, and one that we all hope has seen some positive progress in our collective priorities.

Last month The Chief reported that Coun.

EDITOR, Re. "Council split over drive-through," Chief, Nov. 8. It was with disbelief and dismay that I read the article mentioned above.

EDITOR, Regarding the Centrepoint develpment in the middleof residential downtown Squamish ("'Centrepoint' proposal heads to public hearing," Chief, Nov. 8), I have a few concerns about this project I would like to express.

EDITOR, I would like to thank you for the story on the Mamquam Blind Channel ("Prior eyes Blind Channel walkway," Chief, Oct. 11).

It has been a busy month, that's for sure! With Christmas only 39 days away (!), remember to support your local businesses when doing your Christmas shopping. Watch for The Chief's feature supplement, Shop Local, on Nov.

I love to eat meat.