Letters

Editor, Recently, MP Ruff wrote to constituents about the Canadian Government restrictions on assault weapons. He objects to “the government’s new regulations to confiscate more firearms from law-abiding Canadians.” I completely object to MP Ruff’s view. I think that assault weapons are for soldiers in warfare not for personal use. Canada has much tougher restrictions on assault weapons, hand guns, large magazines,...

Dear Editor, Something has happened that makes me want to emphasize what we are losing with the health care being destroyed. I went in to visit the nursing home to find Brian's wheelchair with the footrests put on. We have not used them because when he gets pushed he lifts his feet. This exercises the leg muscles and the torso muscles....

Editor, As the final clean up of this year’s Christmas on the Bay fades into memories of 6400+ attendees, piles of snow, and extraordinary volunteers - just showing up - I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the community that made it all possible. To the sponsors whose generosity gave towards our vision and are committed to making dreams a reality,...

Dear Editor, It was with keen interest that I read a recent article, “Journey on a Gurney, From Admission to Discharge: A Hospital's Journey, One Gurney at a Time”, by Andrea Roylance (November 14, 2024 print edition). After retirement my husband and I settled in Meaford, one of the reasons being the hospital. However, I now fear for the future...

Dear Editor, At first, Mike Robertson's letter suggesting the use of an outside 'head hunter' for the CAO position made me cringe, only because of Meaford's history of hiring consultants for everything more costly than buying lunch. But realistically, the idea is a good one, and he makes a good argument for it. Meaford's history of hiring CAOs is hardly a...

Editor, Going forward, the Municipality absolutely needs the services of a professional recruiting firm to source candidates for senior staff positions. The money spent will be worth every penny. No one on council or senior staff is qualified to do the necessary vetting and due diligence required. Not just the council & staff we have now, all of them in the past...

Dear Editor, Years ago, a group of Interns from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) rushed into the office of Stephen Harper to announce that their Excel spreadsheets had come up with a way to win over 4 more voters in Kenora and 6 more in Swift Current. A $500 tax credit - as long as parents first paid the money...

Editor, I wonder how many people in our area care about this. As a dual Canada US citizen, I do. Any country that can elect a leader with these "qualifications" has lost their way. Trump: a Convicted Felon with many pending indictments who thinks he is above the law. A tyrant, a fascist, a braggart, a dotard, a misogynist, a rapist, a...

Dear Editor, On October 28 the Grey Bruce Labour Council culminated their Activist Day by presenting awards. The Grey Bruce Health Coalition is honoured to have our work recognized. Brenda Scott, of Chesley and co-chair of the Grey Bruce Health Coalition, was named activist of the year for her work in healthcare, primarily in trying to keep South Bruce Grey Health...

Dear Editor, I am reading your comment on not really ranting (The 3Rs...Rants, Raves & Rumours, November 14, print newspaper). I just want to say that it is not your thing, but your readers are so very grateful that you allow us to do so. We all have a voice, but most do not have an opportunity to use it. Thank...