Chetwynd cancer and pollution concerns prompt action
Reader urges editors to address an apparent cancer epidemic in Chetwynd linking high respiratory illness to oil industry emissions. Cites local hospital data, government health studies, and air monitoring gaps, calling for permanent Chetwynd air monitoring, stricter limits on H2S SO2 and particulates, and reduced flare and Pine River Gas Plant emissions.
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Chetwynd
Edmonton
Calgary
Niger Delta
Nikiforuk
Kelly Barnard
Kilburn
Hasler
Alberta Research Council
CAP
Pembina Institute
Drayton Valley
Rob Macintosh
Canada
Moe
Chetwynd Council
Pine River
Shell Canada
Caroline
Salute to homeschooling parents amid social life pressure
A letter laments government attempts to dictate social life for homeschoolers in a province. It argues homeschooling is lawful, that forcing children into school or daycare for social reasons is inappropriate, and expresses support for families who educate at home.
Why public unions oppose private power partnerships
The speaker questions why public sector unions in British Columbia resist public private partnerships and contracting out. They argue privatization saves tax dollars, transfers financial risk to private firms, and brings superior value for money, urging taxpayers to question unions' motives and serving their own interests.
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