Opinion

Leading the way On the eve of the Tla’amin (Sliammon) First Nation treaty ratification vote, I send greetings and best wishes from the In-SHUCK-ch Nation [“Treaty forges path forward,” May 16].

by John Weston I’d like to take the opportunity to address some misinformation that has been circulating about Bill C-38, the Budget Implementation Act (BIA). Bill C-38 will provide clear advantages for the Canadian economy.

It should come as no surprise to anyone that Powell River’s population is aging, along with Canada’s.

Second vote There is a misapprehension that a second vote on Catalyst Paper Corporation’s plan of arrangement is not possible [“Catalyst ready for sales process, says president,” May 30]. That is not correct.

by Tom Hobbs Technology change, some 2,000 years ago, created a need for libraries. Technology change, last year, resulted in them becoming obsolete. My Kindle eBook reader makes it far more enjoyable and less costly to read than a book.

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It had to be disappointing for rally organizers that so few people turned out to their event on Sunday, May 27.

Changes at the mill I worked at the Catalyst Paper Corporation Powell River mill from 1973 to 2008. I can hardly believe how many changes there have been since that time.

by Elaine Teichgraber It was the Tuesday after Victoria Day long weekend.