Opinion

"You, and only you, COVID-19, were able to close each and every door of all the bars and casinos in most communities across this country – buildings whose walls were purposely built without windows, to keep the VLT and slot machines out of sight so out of mind."

"I also feel the need to point out another sad reality that cannot be denied: the mask-wearing issue has become an extremely political, polarizing issue that has turned people against each other in the most hateful ways."

"We are soon to discover just how brutal this pandemic and the measures taken to curtail it have been."

"Federal elections are decided before Western Canadians have a chance to count the votes."

"Language connects us to our history and culture, but more importantly it connects us to each other. That is where the significance of St. Albert's newest transit centre's official name truly shines."

"Masks were mandatory for all and supplied at the door. Hand sanitizers were maintained throughout the facility. Entrance and exits were directional. Very well done!"

"Special thanks to Zach, who put his jacket under my head and kindly waited with me until my ride arrived."

"If landfills were planned where, instead of layering higher and higher, each year it was moved to the next plot, and a new landfill begun, we could start a new process toward the efficient recovery of the valuable materials."

"Yes, America has social problems, without question – difficult problems that are centuries old. However, since the 1960s, the U.S. has also made huge progress on correcting some of these problems. They don’t have all the issues resolved, but America is also incredibly wealthy and has the resources to pay to fix these problems."

"Many seniors in St. Albert are literally taking their lives in their own hands by venturing out. One of those seniors is my mom. I wear that mask for her, and every other person at risk in these unprecedented times."