Opinions
Addressing the Coal Policy
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on February 12th, 2021
Nathan Neudorf – MLA, Lethbridge East In the recent weeks I’ve heard many questions and concerns voiced about the 1976 Coal Policy. I know the environment and protection of our natural spaces is a very important issue to Albertans and I want to clear the air about what the recent policy updates actually represent. In ... Read More »
10 responsesCanada’s greatness lies in our personal potential
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on February 5th, 2021
Rachael Harder – MP for Lethbridge No one can minimize the very serious effects the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our individual lives, our communities, and the entire country. These are not normal times and the measures that have been implemented to mitigate the harm of the virus have been significant. In the very early ... Read More »
3 responsesVaccinations and a trust in science the path out of the pandemic
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on February 4th, 2021
Linda Silas Canadian Federation of Nurses A COVID-free future is within our reach – a future where it’s safe to hug again and where our smiles no longer need to be hidden behind a mask. To get there, we will need a robust vaccination drive. We will need Canadians to roll up their sleeves and ... Read More »
1 responseWe appreciate the support of those who stand up for us
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on February 3rd, 2021
It was with great disappointment that The Herald had to report this past week that our local elected city council voted to reduce advertising support for the newspaper. We made a strong case. We presented council with different aspects of how the newspaper intersects with the community as a key supporter of local non-profit organizations, ... Read More »
1 responseSaving wetlands a resolution Canada needs to keep
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on February 3rd, 2021
Amid all the heartening and hope-filled ways Canadians have resolved to make 2021 a year of positive change, one in particular holds water: the commitment to saving our wetlands. Leading up to 2021, the Government of Canada promised to make significant investments in our environment-and in the wetlands that underpin its health. Today, this commitment ... Read More »
1 responseStrip mining will affect all communities here
By Lethbridge Herald on January 29th, 2021
Shannon Phillips MLA – West Lethbridge As we turned the corner on 2020, many of us looked towards 2021 with hope. There was hope that the wide distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine would lead to a return to normal life – a time when we could once again gather with friends and hug our grandkids. ... Read More »
10 responsesMore government spending no solution to Indigenous issues
By Lethbridge Herald on January 28th, 2021
FRASER INSTITUTE If policymakers want to help improve living standards in Indigenous communities, particularly in remote areas of Canada, they should help foster the construction of roads and other infrastructure between these struggling communities and larger population centres — not simply spend more money on government programs, finds a new study released today by the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City residents and businesses have made sacrifices
By Chris Spearman on January 22nd, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, I want thank everyone following the provincial health guidelines and restrictions in order to keep our community safe. Every single effort and choice we make is essential in helping to protect our most vulnerable populations including seniors, health care staff, emergency workers, marginalized residents and employees at essential services. I ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grounds for optimism
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on January 21st, 2021
While our city struggled in 2020 just like other communities across the province, there are grounds for some optimism heading in 2021. Not only is a widely available COVID vaccine on the horizon for local residents, Lethbridge appears to be bucking provincial trends with a red hot real estate market in the past year. Lethbridge ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Arrival of vaccines means we can fight back
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on January 15th, 2021
The continued arrival of COVID-19 vaccinations means we are now able to fight back against the pandemic. Almost one month ago, the first Albertan was immunized against COVID-19. Since then, Alberta Health Services (“AHS”) has steadily increased immunizations to take full use of the supply of vaccines in Alberta, beginning with those highest at risk. ... Read More »
4 responsesIt’s time for change
By Lethbridge Herald Opinion on January 12th, 2021
Let me get straight to the point. Canada is standing at a precipice. When it comes to Canada-China relations, inaction and appeasement are no longer acceptable. The Prime Minister’s primary responsibility is the safety and security of Canadians. So, why is he so willing to pacify China and put his own country at risk? Why ... Read More »
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