Letters

You can’t defend letting cats roam

I believe it was W.A.C. Bennett who said: “This bunch couldn’t run a hot dog stand.”

A longtime Oak Bay resident in his mid-90s reflected on a lifetime of travel as he walked along the waterfront at. He thought of times he had been delighted by a thoughtful sculpture in a public place – nothing grand or political, just something whimsical to bring a smile to the face of a passerby. As he walked, he noticed a small rock a few metres from the shore – a perfect site for a bit of art. He imagined making a gift to the community for this public space, entirely paid for by him.

Am I the only one noticing the appalling amount of dog mess out there? It always makes me angry when I see it everyday but this snowfall seems to have given more dog owners license to leave their dog’s mess anywhere it falls.

It’s time for Canada to provide its share of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, due for replenishment this year.

Discrimination based on age is one of the most well-tolerated and destructive forms of prejudice in our society. The federal Old Age Security (OAS) program exemplifies how systemic ageism can even sabotage an otherwise progressive social program.

I strongly believe in the drive to end gender violence (and violence in all its forms).

Just over a week ago when I looked out of my window, the night had grown soft and still. Quietly from some invisible blossoming tree millions of petals cool and white drifted and blew, lifted and flew, fell with the falling night (apologies to poet Melvin Cane).

Challenges in life pose hardship but inspire a lot of amazing things to happen.

It is encouraging to see that Saanich Council is willing to review the bedroom bylaw. Current building statistics demonstrate that Saanich has fallen behind and could receive a failing grade. Administration has done enough studying. It’s now time to pass the examination. Saanich’s economy is expected to grow due to expanded educational facilities along with our residents’ longevity. Also, Saanich has become a retirement destination.