Letters to the Editor
Alberta needs revised equalization status
By Letter to the Editor on September 21st, 2019
Re: “MLA’s flawed argument made before by some on Alberta’s political right,” Sept. 13 Letter writer Greg Cote has, unfortunately, fallen into the dilemma of leaping to criticize political opponents of his socialist, “ilk” before thinking it through carefully. I use the word ilk because it was used by him. It refers to a “type ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Proposal doesn’t meet stated redevelopment plan objective
By Letter to the Editor on September 21st, 2019
As a long time resident of First Street S.W. I have concerns regarding the proposed changes to the corner of First Street SW and Division Avenue South. Firstly, I am opposed to the demolition of a house that has been a landmark in Medicine Hat since the early 1900s. Our history is precious, easily changed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Give inmates a better chance upon release
By Letter to the Editor on September 21st, 2019
There is a problem within the parallel of our justice system. Inmates are mistreated in most institutions and food is scarce, not to mention we are the less fortunate province when it comes to things such as programming and education within our remand Centres. I think every province in Canada has an individual television in ... Read More »
11 responsesMLA’s flawed argument made before by some on Alberta’s political right
By Letter to the Editor on September 13th, 2019
Re: “MLA Report: Alberta deserves a fair deal,” Aug. 30 Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA Michaela Glasgo tells us that “Through federal taxation, Albertans have contributed over $620 billion to the federation since 1957.” I will accept that number as accurate, even though Glasgo does not tell us its source. I do submit, however, that the figure ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Faith community helps reader push through
By Letter to the Editor on September 13th, 2019
I spend a lot of time in community in various different non-profit organizations. They are very diverse ranging from mental health to a theatre group. My most important community is my faith community. One of the most important dates of the year is when we share worship with St. Ambrose Anglican Church in Redcliff. Their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A different tax plan to stimulate the economy
By Letter to the Editor on September 11th, 2019
The United Conservative government should not lower the corporate tax rate, hoping to stimulate the economy that way. It should instead give corporate tax reductions to the rich. Why not give a $1.50 tax break for each dollar invested in specific industries. This would encourage investment where we need it. Reducing the corporate tax simply ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Supervised consumption site still a hot topic
By Letter to the Editor on September 11th, 2019
It seems that the community is still talking about the supervised consumption site, whether we should have it and if we do where it should be located. Whether we should have the site comes down to the harm reduction versus the abstinence model. To my mind we have been trying the the abstinence model for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Even selling ‘just’ water to the U.S. has a host of potential problems
By Letter to the Editor on September 11th, 2019
Re: Compelling case for selling water to the U.S.,” Aug. 14 I read Brian Giesbrecht’s guest column and quite enjoyed it but am compelled to reply, for what it’s worth. I agree that “Whole lakes are shipped in every direction by means of our vast and efficient agricultural system. And the world is a better ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A warning to dog owners about coyotes in city’s north
By Letter to the Editor on September 10th, 2019
Hatters that use the fields across Parkview Drive from the Northlands Pointe condos to exercise your dogs should use caution. In case you are not aware there are coyotes in these fields and any smaller breed canine would be easy pickings. Don’t drive too far in front of them! R. Palmer Medicine Hat... Read More »
Be the first to comment!We have a right to clear answers from councillors, bureaucrats
By Letter to the Editor on September 7th, 2019
Re: “There is no bliss in civic ignorance,” Aug. 28 Wow. That was my initial response after reading former city councillor Les Pearson’s letter to the editor. And while his letter addressed many concerns shared by worried taxpayers like myself it left me with several unanswered questions about his timing. I’m almost certain the outlook ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Supervised consumption sites bring memories of butting out inside
By Letter to the Editor on September 4th, 2019
It took years for politicians to finally admit that smoking was bad for your health and it actually killed people. Then it took another decade or two for governments to get serious about smoking. Remember this is a legal product that governments are collecting a “sin” tax on. The first thing they did was make ... Read More »
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