Letters to the Editor
Letter: Samraj vote, explanation disappointing
By Letter to the Editor on December 8th, 2020
I have deep respect for Councilman Samraj. Though we hold differing positions, I know Councilman Samraj to be a thoughtful, well prepared, and hard working member of council. I am aware of the many hours of his own time he has put into representing the city on numerous boards. However, his decision last week to ... Read More »
6 responsesLetter: People will remember mask mandate vote
By Letter to the Editor on December 8th, 2020
Mr. Mayor, My friend and I carried signs in front of city hall for three days to ask you to mandate masks in our community. We were polite and non-threatening; however, the reaction by passersby was notably interesting. There were many whom supported our efforts, but there were many that did not. Those that did ... Read More »
1 responseLetter: Remember, this too shall pass
By Letter to the Editor on December 8th, 2020
A lot of the Mental Health Community seem to be hanging on by our toenails, so it seems. Operating in crisis mode and taking life day by day. As the days get shorter and shorter more and more people are suffering from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) – most people get this in the winter from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Letter: A leader does what is best for everyone
By Letter to the Editor on December 8th, 2020
An open letter to Jason Kenney: A true leader wants the best for all citizens. A true leader inspires unity during a crisis and puts the well-being of citizens before partisan politics. A true leader does not spread false information to further his or her political goals. From the beginning of the pandemic you have ... Read More »
1 responseThe price you will pay
By Letter to the Editor on December 3rd, 2020
Dear Editor, The light at the end of the tunnel is growing brighter. Those of us who wore masks, isolated ourselves with immediate family, separated ourselves from all others by two meters (or much more), washed our hands fastidiously and thus remained virus free, are about to be rewarded for our diligence. The vaccine will ... Read More »
7 responsesPlease Medicine Hat, do your part
By Letter to the Editor on December 3rd, 2020
Dear editor, Cases of COVID-19 are going up rapidly in our city. I would like to be able to say I’m shocked but unfortunately, I cannot. When I hear about people still hosting parties for their teenagers two days after the new restrictions come in about having no social gatherings, it is infuriating. Black Friday ... Read More »
2 responsesMr. Premier, where is the money?
By Letter to the Editor on December 3rd, 2020
Dear editor, The Federal government transferred $200 million to Alberta to give to frontline health-care workers for their efforts during the COVID pandemic. In every other province, the money was transferred to the workers within weeks. In Alberta Jason Kenney and the UCP have still not passed it along. Why is that? What does Jason ... Read More »
1 responseSupport for women more important than ever
By Letter to the Editor on November 28th, 2020
Dear editor, 2020 has been a challenging year for us all. The isolation and general uncertainty of what’s to come, the added stress of keeping safe from the virus, for some a more out-of-balance work life; an increased workload for many parents and unexpected unemployment for others. These struggles have no doubt put a strain ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wear a mask for everyone
By Letter to the Editor on November 28th, 2020
Dear editor, I felt it was time to voice my pro mask stance. I wear a mask inside any businesses I enter. I do it for you… all of you. I wear a mask because I don’t want to be responsible for causing others to suffer. I wear a mask so I will be able ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Our corner has been forgotten once again
By Letter to the Editor on November 28th, 2020
Dear editor, Early this week many of us waited with the faint hope that we had not been forgotten. Alas we are again in the lonely shadows of being the forgotten corner of Alberta by our premier and provincial government. Our mayor and some councillors, sadly, have chosen to delay, defer and silently watch as ... Read More »
1 responseHistory repeats itself once again
By Letter to the Editor on November 27th, 2020
Dear editor, The Calgary Herald has reported how little control Kenney and Co., have. “Also deeply alarming is how contact tracing has cracked under the weight of COVID-19. If you tested positive 10 days ago and received a text saying so, your case will not be traced for origins and spread. On Monday, Hinshaw said ... Read More »
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