Letters

Both climate change and COVID-19 are horrible crises that everyone should worry about, but right now the world is focusing on what they both do to the economy. Everyone is very focused on COVID-19 but we also want to make sure everyone knows that climate change is still here and we need to do something. You cannot just say, “Oh, someone else will deal with it.” No, you need to stand up, we are all part of this and we all need to work on this problem together.

I am a barber in Victoria and, though I am very much looking forward to the day I go back to work and see my friends and customers again, I am very concerned about how the announcement of return is being handled.

It’s interesting to note that while the world is focused on news regarding the coronavirus, our rights and votes are not being taken into account in terms of bills being passed and laws being created.

As a senior with a medical history that includes cancer and heart issues, this COVID-19 pandemic seems to have people like me in its crosshairs, and I might have been living in abject terror were it not for a few special people in my life.

The plan of the B.C. post COVID-19 Economic Recovery Task Force will be announced soon. A viable plan will identify different and new demands affecting natural and economic forces determining post COVID-19 success and survival.

I am very pleased to hear that our B.C. government is providing good homes for the homeless, and hope that will apply soon in Saanich.

The conduct of a significant number of cyclists using the regional trails in Saanich leaves much to be desired, spoiling the enjoyment of the trails for other users and creating safety risks. This has had the effect of discouraging many walkers from using the trails at all. In our current COVID-19 situation, when members of the community are encouraged to remain active, our trails provide an excellent environment for exercise.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging on many levels. For some people, it’s meant a disruption in their daily routine and social life, and for others it’s meant the loss of a job. Children and youth are missing the friends and activities they love. And sadly, some families are grieving the loss of a loved one.

As soon as this COVID-19 emergency is over, I believe all the emergency responders, care givers, nurses, doctors, and all others who put their lives on the line to protect us, should be awarded a medal for their courage and sacrifice. It should be a special medal awarded by the Premier.

I believe that a real monarchy would work better than our current system.