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From Mumbai murk: enlightenment

From Mumbai murk: enlightenment

In searching out the truth be ready for the unexpected, for it is difficult to find and puzzling when you find it. Herakleitos JUST returned from a long journey to Mumbai, India.
Inquiring Reporter: Will you be shopping for deals?

Inquiring Reporter: Will you be shopping for deals?

In an attempt to keep shoppers from crossing the border, Canadian retailers are rolling out local deals this weekend. Will you be shopping in Canada this Remembrance Day weekend?
Children come first

Children come first

THE Ministry of Children and Family Development said Wednesday, "The B.C. child poverty rate is at its second-lowest level since 1980." That sounds excellent, doesn't it? But consider also the information First Call B.C.
Wrong time, wrong place for WV gallery

Wrong time, wrong place for WV gallery

CHRISTMAS is coming, the goose is getting fat, so I'd hate to disappoint Constant Reader by being ho-ho-ho in favour of something
Finding neutral

Finding neutral

THE revelation this week that the B.C. Liberals used government staff to build a partisan website has highlighted a deep-seated problem with government communications that reaches beyond the boundaries of our province.
Veterans receive the support they need

Veterans receive the support they need

Dear Editor: We would like to respond to the letter published Nov. 16, MPs Forget Forces' Treatment.
Democracy and numbers

Democracy and numbers

participation is critical
OPINION: Who exactly is reshaping the North Shore?

OPINION: Who exactly is reshaping the North Shore?

"Metro Vancouver 2040: Shaping our Future was adopted on July 29, 2011 after being unanimously accepted by all local governments in the region.
Who hasn't had a little work done?

Who hasn't had a little work done?

Dear Editor: In addition to scrutinizing the planned development for the 1300-block in Ambleside in isolation, residents should also take a slightly more holistic view that extends from the start of Ambleside to the end.
Define 'affordable'

Define 'affordable'

Dear Editor: I had to pause and re-read your story about the Seylynn Village hearing. Since when is $1,130 to $1,950 per month rent for an apartment considered "affordable housing"? Jamie Leigh North Vancouver