August 2nd, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Freedom Convoys have lit a fire in the West

By Letter to the Editor on March 15th, 2022

Dear editor, As things stand today in Canada, have we now seen the beginning of the end of the peaceful “freedom demonstrations” or are we seeing the end of the beginning? The inept head of the Eastern Elite, Trudeau, showed total lack of leadership qualities by being scared silly to actually meet with the demonstration ... Read More »

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Letter: Convoy protestors are simply victims of misinformation

By Letter to the Editor on March 15th, 2022

Dear editor, I don’t think we should be too hard on the truckers and many others for their behaviour. In my opinion they’re simply victims of the propaganda hijacking the minds of many people throughout the world I bought a plant for my home , a beautiful large banana plant for my living room window ... Read More »

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Letter: Good riddance

By Letter to the Editor on March 10th, 2022

Dear editor, Now that Tamara Lich has been released on bail she will return to Medicine Hat. Thankfully she will leave my province (Ontario). How sad it was to see this ignorant radical receive the press she did with her distorted view of constitutional rights. She will now be Alberta’s embarrassment once again. Gordon Leighton ... Read More »

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Letter: What Canada saw was not the democratic way to a peaceful protest

By Letter to the Editor on March 9th, 2022

Dear editor, Yet another fine example of the tyranny of the minority! Among the protesters, some misguided, conspiracy minded and anti-science bunch caused such chaos and disruptions. And all in the name of “freedom.” What about the freedom of all the people affected by this in Ottawa, the Ambassador Bridge, Coutts and other places of ... Read More »

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Letter: Why did Freedom Convoy protestors choose to be outsiders?

By Letter to the Editor on March 9th, 2022

In response to March 3 letter to the editor, “Sadly, the Emergencies Act was clearly justified,” by Mr. Peter Mueller Dear editor, Mr. Mueller asks why the Ottawa protesters formed their convoy. That is not the question. Neither the forming of a convoy, nor a trip to Ottawa, nor a peaceful, lawful protest are troublesome. ... Read More »

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Letter: CCS will reduce CO2 emissions, hasten reduction of fossil fuels, ensure flexible green fuel options

By Letter to the Editor on March 4th, 2022

In response to Jan. 22 letter to the editor, “Hatters shouldn’t be happy about carbon capture hub” Dear editor, Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is necessary for the reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the petrochemical industry and will also be required as part of future hydrogen (H2) production. Most petrochemical production requires “syngas,” ... Read More »

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Letter: Fresh look, smiling faces make shopping a great experience

By Letter to the Editor on March 4th, 2022

Dear editor, I wish to express to the manager and staff of SW/SE Hill Safeway stores a huge thank-you for the beautiful makeover and all renovations that have been done. Upon entry, I just stand there looking all around. Wow, so beautiful and well done, such a huge supply of food. And your floral arrangement ... Read More »

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Letter: Canada’s Prime Minister should have deep respect for the country’s citizens

By Letter to the Editor on March 3rd, 2022

Dear editor, A few years ago in what seems like a far away land, Canada hosted the World Hockey Championships. Prime Minister Stephen Harper attended the championship game between Canada and Russia. It was great to see the Prime Minister in attendance in support of Canada’s team. Prime Minister Harper sat in general seating beside ... Read More »

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Letter: Sadly, the Emergencies Act was clearly justified

By Letter to the Editor on March 3rd, 2022

Dear editor, From any perspective, right, left, or anywhere between, it should be clear that it was the duty of the federal government of Canada to intervene in the recent chaos on the streets of Ottawa. The only area for debate on this issue is whether the feds should have waited three weeks. Clearly the ... Read More »

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Letter: History is repeating itself before our eyes

By Letter to the Editor on March 2nd, 2022

Dear editor, The Russian invasion of Ukraine, a sovereign nation, without provocation has the professional analysts writing overtime. The numerous opinions are varied and diverse, which is to be expected. These personal comments are uncomplicated and with reason. This aggression is mainly President Vladimir Putin’s endeavour to fulfil his delusions of grandeur to be the ... Read More »

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Letter: Premier Kenney’s expertise

By Letter to the Editor on March 2nd, 2022

Dear editor, In 1997, Kenney was elected to the House of Commons. He served prominent roles in the Shadow Cabinet, such as deputy house leader for the Official Opposition, critic for Canada-United States relations, critic for national revenue and critic for finance. He has served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister of Canada, minister ... Read More »

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