Editorials

As Seniors Week wrapped up June 9, now is a good time to reflect on what it means to be a senior in BC. Contrary to the apocalyptic predictions of a “silver tsunami” sweeping our province, country and planet, seniors today and into the future are very much in the minority. Currently, 82 per cent of British Columbians are under the age of 65 and at the height of our shifting demographics (2031), three out of four of our citizens will still not be claiming old age pension or free ferry fares.

Despite your personal take on Surrey’s controversial site, it’s hard to argue with results

Quibbles over symbolic rainbow crossings belie critics’ genuine concerns

On any given day you can walk into a newsroom and find an editor questioning our human nature and shared humanity, or lack thereof.

Higher gas prices are said to drive us to take public transit. Are we there yet?

Private members bill would eliminate $61-a-day per diem for local MLAs in Greater Victoria

Both sides of SOGI debate for B.C. schools show signs of bravery, but not all are heroic

Half a million people attend parade in Surrey and in its wake, things are cleaned up within 10 hours

Pink Shirt Day is Feb. 28

Sportsmanship is also a skill that needs practice after Lias Andersson threw his silver medal into the crowd