Opinion

LETTER: Biologist’s actions have ramifications for Saanich

This letter is in response to Anita Bull, president of Saanich Residents for a Responsible EDPA Society. Some relevant facts were incorrectly presented in her letter Oversight needed to protect public interest .

May 16, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

RICKTER SCALE: Don’t rattle The Roadrunner’s cage

Rick Stiebel/Columnist

May 16, 2019 8:20 AM Read more >

LETTER: Excavation work carries a cost to nature

I read with dismay that SD62 Superintendent Scott Stinson found it “’exciting’ to see the [new school] site has been levelled” on Skirt Mountain.

May 13, 2019 1:30 PM Read more >

B.C. VIEWS: Welcome to the union ‘battle zone’ for pipeline construction

NDP labour code sets conditions to push independent unions out

May 12, 2019 8:50 AM Read more >

LETTER: Protesters work against freedom

Letter writer David King acts against freedom by urging initiation of force.

May 11, 2019 1:30 PM Read more >

LETTER: Parking not considered in hunt for new Crystal Pool location

In 2024, when the au pair is driving the seven seater Model Y Tesla with six preschoolers on board, the decision will be made to either drive to Crystal Pool or Oak Bay Recreation Centre for a swim.

May 10, 2019 1:30 PM Read more >

LETTER: Oversight needed to protect public interest

The Saanich News did not provide some important background regarding the issues of the Saanich EDPA Bylaw.

May 10, 2019 11:30 AM Read more >

Mommy’s Inside Voice: Ice cream can soothe even the worst days

Mommy’s Inside Voice is a biweekly column by Amie Jay, a local mother of three

May 10, 2019 10:15 AM Read more >

OPINION: Anti-SOGI group revels in backlash

Jenn Smith’s ‘transgender perspective’ thrives with discord

May 9, 2019 9:30 AM Read more >

Rickter Scale: Family tragedy not enough to kick the habit

The Rickter Scale is a weekly column

May 8, 2019 10:30 AM Read more >