Opinion

Four years ago we got rid of our television.

Editor's note: This is a letter sent to Premier Christy Clark, Mayor Rob Kirkham and other local and provincial officials. It was copied to The Chief for publication. Re. Stawamus Chief gondola proposal. Not everything should be easy.

Based on the weather we have been experiencing lately, you might question if the above is true, but just look around! Spring is here and such a wonderful time of year. It is a time of rebirth, of growth and optimism for the days ahead.

Take a look at the recreation facilities in urban areas and in smaller communities, and you'll find that the lion's share have fitness gyms - most of them large, bright, well-ventilated rooms that include weights, state-of-the art aerobic exercise ma

EDITOR, What is going on in Smoke Bluffs Park? Every time I go there, it seems there are more trees cleared, more brush removed, and more rock being scrubbed clean of moss.

Picture this: Douglas Channel, just outside Kitimat, B.C.

Spring is my favourite season in the year. Daylight hours extend, spring flowers emerge, temperatures warm up (usually!) and I feel a renewed sense of optimism and energy.

EDITOR, I am a retired Australian teacher and a climber who has made extended visits to Squamish to climb on the Chief three times over the past 26 years. Now that I am no longer working, I am hopeful that my visits will be able to be more frequent.

Spring is my favourite season in the year. Daylight hours extend, spring flowers emerge, temperatures warm up (usually!) and I feel a renewed sense of optimism and energy.

Until a recent Saturday night, I was feeling pretty good about myself. I work from home mostly and take care of two young kids at the same time while my significant other commutes to Vancouver daily.