Opinion

"The lack of funding and resources combined with ballooning class sizes are driving dedicated teachers and administrators away."

"Far more people care about climate disruption than those who refuse to budge, and our numbers are growing!"

"The Town of Hinton faces increasing financial demands from non-profits, civic agencies and other groups seeking money for services that surely should often be funded by other levels of government, or even private charities."

"This denial from those elected to make difficult decisions about policies and governing delays much-needed change — and we have no time to lose."

"The Liberals claim this Capital Gains Tax only targets the ultra-rich. It does not. It is a tax on food, homebuilding, retirement, doctors, pharmacists, truckers, and small business owners."

"Being informed about current issues and how they relate to us and our communities is the first step to being engaged."

"Hotter, drier weather for longer periods increases the likelihood of fires and their ability to spread rapidly."

"Did the Federal Government and local authorities in Jasper fail to apply established forest management techniques diligently in the past to keep the town’s inhabitants and their property safe?"

"The International Energy Agency expects global investment in renewable energy technology and infrastructure to reach US$2 trillion this year, double the amount going into gas, oil and coal."