Opinion

Dear Editor: Re: Cyclists Should be Licensed to Ride, Jan. 7 mailbox. Letter-writer Jeff Weinbren is clearly misinformed about cycling in North Vancouver.

Whether we wanted it or not, Lower Mainland voters are about to be asked to vote Yes or No on a plebiscite to increase funding for transportation projects .

Dear Editor: The parameters for the plebiscite must be changed before the vote. TransLink must be updated, and checks and balances must be put into place as to how this money is going to be spent and by whom.

Dear Editor: Re: North Vancouver Waterfront Cabin Ordered Removed , Jan. 25 front-page story.

Dear Editor: I read Elizabeth James’ column and West Vancouver Coun. (Craig) Cameron’s reply with interest. Both have good points for us all to consider. What follows is how I see TransLink.

What do a recent measles outbreak and climate change have in common? They’re both issues involving clear scientific evidence that many people feel free to ignore in favour of their personal belief system.

“Housing that is too costly, in need of repair, or over-crowded can be a large drain on the resources and health of its occupants. Some Canadians may have limited choice about where they live and the housing conditions.

Dear Editor: It’s difficult to understand this urge for density in the face of all the opposition. This time it’s a Victoria Park condo three times what’s allowed in the Official Community Plan.

Dear Editor: I’m honoured to express my gratitude to StrongStart BC — an early learning drop-in program funded by the government. I became a new mother when I first moved to North Vancouver and lacked friendships on the North Shore.

Hot on the heels of the latest round of Islamist attacks, this week the federal government introduced yet another anti-terrorism bill.