Opinion

School District 47’s high school graduation rate has risen steadily over the past four consecutive years to now meet the provincial average of approximately 80 per cent.

Subsidy hurts taxpayers In the 2015 tax year the special industrial tax rate for Catalyst Paper Corporation is up for renewal [“Budget holds tight line,” May 14]. Such a renewal would be a huge mistake for three reasons.

by Paul McMahon City of Powell River council has decided not to allow a public review and discussion of less expensive new Powell River Public Library options.

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City of Powell River council is giving residents the opportunity to weigh in on the option of two locations for a new Powell River Public Library.

by Cathy Fisher It is not something we do lightly, but after 16 months at the bargaining table without getting close to a fair deal, teachers across BC began rotating strikes on Monday, May 26.

Stand up for education I believe that parents need to be more vocal in standing up for our children and our teachers [“Teachers’ contract dispute heats up,” May 28].

by George Connell In overhearing a heated conversation between two Canadians—one, the most indoorish looking person, and the second a robust outdoorsman with a truck full of loud dogs—a thought occurs. Neither are originally from here.

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