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Senate scandal flips finger to Reformers
"If there was ever any doubt that Stephen Harper's Conservatives bear zero resemblance to the long-ago reformers who railed against government corruption and pork barrel politics, the expense scandal that's engulfed Senator Mike Duffy has surely put it to rest."
Harper owes all of us an explanation
If there was ever any doubt that Stephen Harper's Conservatives bear zero resemblance to the long-ago reformers who railed against government corruption and pork barrel politics, the expense scandal that's engulfed Senator Mike Duffy has surely put it to rest. Duffy's challenges with basic standards of ethical behaviour, not to mention the former journalist's professed difficulty understanding forms, are already well known.
Don't underestimate the value of attending monthly Connections
Lots has happened over the past few months at the Chamber of Commerce. Our executive director, Patti MacAhonic, left us to pursue a political career and I, as the administrative assistant, have stepped in as interim manager.
Feathering the nest
IF there was every any doubt that Stephen Harper's Conservatives bear zero resemblance to the long ago reformers who railed against government corruption and pork barrel politics, the expense scandal that's engulfed Senator Mike Duffy has surely put it to rest.
Most talkative MP
Burnaby-New Westminster MP Peter Julian runs the fastest mouth in Ottawa, according to Samara, a non-partisan organization that analyzes politics.
'I'd say the results are good for the province and not good for New Westminster' - Bremner
New Westminster Liberal candidate Hector Bremner wasn't surprised in the least to see his party top the polls on election night.
Never wait again for an income tax refund
SO you're getting an income tax refund. Congratulations! Any windfall is always welcome.
Burnaby pick taken in CFL draft
Tyler Digby, a first-round pick of the Burnaby Lakers in the Western Lacrosse Association junior draft, was selected in the fourth round of the Canadian Football League college draft on Monday.
Larger issues to talk about
In your article "Strahl speaks on growing concern," (Times, April 30) Mark Strahl has taken on what I consider to be a local issue.
It's time to cut through Victoria's buffers
"Disposing of surplus properties, often with associated operating costs, would appear to make sense. However, these one-time sales cannot be relied on to resolve structural budget imbalances."
Two-sport athlete taken 36th in CFL draft
New Westminster's Tyler Digby was selected in the fourth round of the Canadian Football League college draft on Monday.
Swimmer active in many sports
2013 SPECIAL OLYMPICS BC; Summer Games July 11-14 . Langley; BE A FAN fill the stands.
Nadine Gomez captures last days of the Horse Palace at DOXA Documentary Film Festival
IN her debut as a filmmaker Nadine Gomez tells the story of the last days of The Horse Palace, a 19th century stable in the heart of Old Montréal, threatened by extinction through urbanization.
Gymnasts headed to Ottawa for Nationals
Richmond Gymnastics Association (RGA) will be well-represented on the B.C. team heading to the upcoming 2013 Canadian Championships in Ottawa, including a pair of national team members.
Burnaby sports in brief
National team member Briannah Tsang will compete at the upcoming Canadian artistic gymnastics championships in Ottawa from May 21 to 25.
From sociology to philosophy to apology
Most readers have probably heard about the Prime Minister's rejection of Justin Trudeau's advice we explore "the root causes" of terrorism. Shortly after, when asked about the alleged terrorist plot against a VIA rail train, the PM insisted, "now is not the time to commit sociology."
Debate? Just add water
Actual debate between local provincial election candidates is rare, but it was a refreshing part of Tuesday evening's meeting hosted by the WaterWealth Project.
Issues abound at candidates' meet
New Westminster candidates vying to be the city's next MLA tackled a variety of topics at Sunday's all-candidates meeting.
