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Comment: Victoria Day is a reminder of Canada's British heritage

Comment: Victoria Day is a reminder of Canada's British heritage

Having a politically weak but symbolically powerful monarch as the head of state within a Westminster-style democracy has proven to be an effective barricade against populist demagogues.
Sunday Night Read: 'Weathered Wings'

Sunday Night Read: 'Weathered Wings'

This short story series submission is from Madison Hackman of Port Coquitlam.
Opinion: Canada is falling behind its peers in terms of living standards — can it catch up?

Opinion: Canada is falling behind its peers in terms of living standards — can it catch up?

Canada's ongoing economic malaise and decline in living standards are rooted in a constellation of domestic and global challenges.
Greg Perry cartoon: How long since you've been to the dentist?

Greg Perry cartoon: How long since you've been to the dentist?

Minter: Beans, beans are good for you — and easy to plant

Minter: Beans, beans are good for you — and easy to plant

Beans are light feeders, so all you need is enriched soil with quality compost and not much else, says master gardener Brian Minter. 
Opinion: Divorce rates are falling. Are Canadians too poor to break up?

Opinion: Divorce rates are falling. Are Canadians too poor to break up?

While multiple factors play a role in falling divorce rates, the costs of separation make going it alone a daunting prospect for many Canadians.
BBB: In the market for a piano? Don't get played by scammers

BBB: In the market for a piano? Don't get played by scammers

Take a second look, don't fall for emotional stories and don't be pressured to pay quickly are some of the Better Business Bureau's tips to avoid big purchase scams.
Adrian Raeside cartoon: Rushing to see the lovely view

Adrian Raeside cartoon: Rushing to see the lovely view

Les Leyne: Retiring MLAs leave on high notes

Les Leyne: Retiring MLAs leave on high notes

The next legislature will look significantly different, no matter who wins.
Letter: Port Coquitlam mother claims 'decisive leadership' needed for climate action

Letter: Port Coquitlam mother claims 'decisive leadership' needed for climate action

This letter writer is worried about future generations as wildfires begin to rage in western Canada, including B.C.'s far north.