Letters to the Editor
Three minutes is all it takes to object to a city program
By Letter to the Editor on April 17th, 2021
Editor: Waste and recycling front pick-up – apparently you like the idea?? Three minutes is all it takes to call 311 and let them know your objection to a City program. LTC heard countless objections from citizens to front waste collection, so we took action to research and open a dialogue with the City on ... Read More »
4 responsesCanada’s COVID bill will be stiff
By Letter to the Editor on April 17th, 2021
When the bottom line is flush and the public coffers are overflowing with milk and honey, budgets can be a relatively pleasant experience for governments which can parcel out largesse in a celebration of democratic pragmatism to nearly every department and ministry that is holding their hand out. Governments in Canada are rarely good at ... Read More »
6 responsesGovernment will continue to protect Alberta’s water
By Letter to the Editor on April 17th, 2021
Editor: Water is important to our communities, our families, and our livelihoods. In southern Alberta, years of drought and a dry climate mean that access to water for all of its purposes is at the front of mind for many. Southern Alberta communities are rightfully interested in making sure that they have enough water to ... Read More »
15 responsesAnti-maskers cannot expect total freedom in society
By Letter to the Editor on April 17th, 2021
Editor: All the people waving flags and shouting slogans ‘no masks, no closure of churches ‘ in the name of freedom are a bunch of irresponsible, reckless and self- centred humans who have no regard for human lives excepting their own. Do they realize that their freedom ends when their actions cause harm to others? ... Read More »
5 responsesCouncil welcoming input on CIP
By Letter to the Editor on April 16th, 2021
As the current third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it’s more important than ever for everyone to do what they can to prevent further spread of this virus in our community. I strongly encourage all residents who are eligible to get vaccinated. After a short delay and re-scheduling due to supply, I was able ... Read More »
2 responsesPoverty a major reason for our problems
By Letter to the Editor on April 15th, 2021
Editor: The discussion around people experiencing homelessness, addictions, and disrupted mental health continues apace both in this paper and in other venues around the city. It is worth noting the problem is largely poverty. In 2018, with a population of 99,769 (City of Lethbridge, 2018), the city had 223 unhoused people (Homeless Hub, 2021). At ... Read More »
22 responsesClosure of Edmonton church not an issue of religious freedom
By Letter to the Editor on April 15th, 2021
Editor: Many have framed the closure of GraceLife Church near Edmonton by Alberta Health Services as an issue of religious freedom. It is not. No one is saying you can’t believe and worship as you choose. Health restrictions are a temporary limitation on gathering in-person. They apply to all faith groups in Alberta, and many ... Read More »
2 responsesApplause for Newman letter
By Letter to the Editor on April 15th, 2021
ly applaud Tavis Newmen for the courage of his outstanding presentation not supporting the newly proposed Alberta school curriculum. We had previously read, with great concern and disbelief the government’s outline and are grateful for Newman’s fine expose. Sharon and Ron Hagel Lethbridge... Read More »
1 responseIncreased patrolling won’t reduce crime in London Road area
By Letter to the Editor on April 15th, 2021
Editor, I am writing in response to “London Road residents fed up with rising crime” by Dale Woodard. The London Road Association felt there were positive or partial solutions to rising crime rates, as quantified by posts on Facebook, which includes such things as supposedly “suspicious persons.” I hope that everyone has enough sense to ... Read More »
6 responsesAttacks on K-6 curriculum are partisan
By Letter to the Editor on April 14th, 2021
The ferocity of attacks against the Alberta K-6 curriculum is due partly to their partisan nature. The critics are largely connected to the previous NDP government: with that government out of office, they – including the ATA as a whole – were locked out of the curriculum development process. They could be expected to say ... Read More »
5 responsesVolunteer Week celebrates efforts of those who support our communities
By Letter to the Editor on April 14th, 2021
Editor: Every year we dedicate a little time to highlight and honour individuals and groups who seek to make the world a better, brighter place. This year is no exception, although we aim to be louder and bolder than ever before when we praise and recognize the millions of people around the globe who are ... Read More »
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