Category Archives: Column
The problem is doctor distribution, not shortage
KAMLOOPS - The number of doctors in Canada is increasing faster than population growth, says Dr. Michael Rachlis on CBC Radio's The Current: "We've been increasing the number of physicians at about th...
May 18, 2017
Mayoralty by-election issue like a ‘who’s on first’ comedy routine
KAMLOOPS - We were supposed to find out yesterday if there'll be a by-election for the mayor of Kamloops. We didn't. It's getting to be like that old Abbott and Costello 'who's on first' skit. Instead...
May 17, 2017
Thanks, BC Conservatives, for setting the record straight
KAMLOOPS - If all the talk of coalitions and minority governments is confusing you, one bit of clarity was offered on Monday - the BC Conservatives will definitely not form a coalition with the BC Lib...
May 16, 2017
Milobar could have headed off by-election talk months ago
KAMLOOPS - The last time I wrote about Peter Milobar and his penchant for secrecy, he seemed to think my comments and thoughts were about a conspiracy… A cabal of clandestine decision makers, en...
May 16, 2017
Of books and mothers and celebrating both
KAMLOOPS - I grew up with books. Our living room had tomes lined up in tall bookcases covering entire walls, floor to the ceiling almost. When you're a kid, that is as close to infinity as it gets. I ...
May 14, 2017
How civil was the provincial election?
KAMLOOPS - Not very, if you want One Man's Opinion. I mentioned during the campaign how much I hated attack ads. Some thought they served a purpose. Maybe they do. Some people may even like them. I do...
May 14, 2017
Minority and coalition governments aren't new in BC, and they don't work
KAMLOOPS - It feels as though B.C. is entering brand new political territory, but this won't be the first time the province has been governed by a minority government. And if we end up with a coalitio...
May 13, 2017
No perfect path for Kamloops council
KAMLOOPS - Now that Peter Milobar is off to Victoria, Kamloops city council will soon find itself without its leader. That’s a problem. While some might find disagreements with Milobar’s l...
May 12, 2017
Could be a very interesting by-election for the mayor’s job, but…
KAMLOOPS - Could be a very interesting by-election for mayor. Coun. Ken Christian no sooner re-confirmed this week he wants the job than he got some competition, and credible competition at that. His ...
May 12, 2017
Canada’s internet remains flat, despite challenges
KAMLOOPS - Canada remains a world-leader in keeping our internet equal for all. Challenges to tilt the internet in favour of special interests come from at home and abroad. Last month, Canada's teleco...
May 11, 2017
