We Are Teachers Respond to Editorial Bias in Chetwynd Echo
A letter from BCTF members and local educators defends their profession against perceived bias in the Chetwynd Echo. They emphasize community roles, oppose misstatements, and call for fair reporting while supporting freedom of speech and critical thinking. Signatories include Debra Boos and others from the local teaching group.
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BCTF
Chetwynd Echo
Chetwynd
Memories of Little Prairie Editor Letter Fuss over Local Medical Care
A reader recalls moving to Little Prairie 56 years ago and seeking a doctor for an urgent birth near Pouce Coupe hospital. The tale spans Dawson Creek doctors in the seventies, friction with authorities over competition, and commentary on regional illness in BC. The writer references a Vancouver Sun article and a remark by Alberta’s health minister during Ralph Klein’s era. Please see FOREVER page 6.
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Little Prairie
Pouce Coupe Hospital
East Pine
Sleeves
Dawson Creek
Bernhard
Vancouver
Vancouver Sun
Peace River
Alberta
Ralph Klein
Promise to Change You Contains Bold Birth Control Claim
A fragmented excerpt discusses motherhood and the idea that a website message could transform readers. It urges sharing with teenage daughters as a potential form of birth control by influencing behavior and attitudes. The passage reflects persuasive, cautionary rhetoric about mental health impacts.
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Sincerely
Debra Boos
Donna Fieber
Karyn Pate
Lynda Johnston
Margaret Mabius
Brenda Reutzer
Shannon Demeulemeester
Gus Ruiter
Sarah Baigent-Nixon
Amanda Butler
Jody Bougerolle
Dianne Bassendowski
Wendy Fontaine
Rachelle Ruiter
Linda Garland
Brea Caron
Susan Dixie
Angella Campbell
Esther Mawhinney
Dave Kroeker
Theresa
Chetwyndecho
Chetwynd B.C
50 Avenue
Echo
Naomi Larsen