CAHA relaxes hockey zeal with edgy campaign
Reader criticizes the CAHA Adopt a PSA that mocks overzealous hockey parents. He supports curbing disruptive fans but argues ads won t change psychopaths and proposes ejection from leagues for repeated misconduct to restore order at arenas.
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Ryan Dahlman
Southern Alberta
Levy on blank media sparks outrage and calls for reform
The Moncton Times & Transcript criticizes Canadian proposed levies on blank CDs, tapes, and memory devices as unjust and unlawful. It argues the policy penalizes legitimate users, harms retailers, and could drive cross border smuggling and reduced access to technology. The piece urges the music industry to resolve its issues without broad consumer taxation.
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Etiquette Falls With Ann Landers The Last Etiquette Era
A reflective column laments the loss of formal etiquette after Ann Landers death. It notes how manners have faded from society with few left to advise on notes, forks, gloves, and social norms. It suggests that traditional courtesy has largely vanished and questions the current standards.
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The Wave Rules of the Road and Theft Grievances
Jana Pruden, a News reporter for Medicine Hat News, extols road etiquette The Wave and condemns car theft. She recalls thefts of an extension cord and two sets of dice valve caps in Manitoba and urges public accountability.
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Christmas wish list for Canadian politicians and leaders
A humorous, satirical letter proposing political gifts for Prime Minister Chretein Defence Minister McCallum Health Minister McLellan and Opposition Leader Harper. It imagines large funds, new weapons and staff, plus personal items, ending with a quirky note from Medicine Hat.
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John McCallum
Canada
Heath
Anne McLellan
Roy Romanow
Stephen Harper
Reader Letter Policies Emphasize Clarity and Accountability
The editor urges concise, factual letters limited to about 250 words. Readers should avoid gossip or personal attacks and sign with full name and phone number. Letters signed ambiguously will be rejected for clarity and accountability.
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