Letters, July 19

So, the premiers want the federal government to stay in their lane when it comes to provincial responsibilities like health care, but our premier is enthusiastically offering advice to the feds on areas that are clearly federal responsibility.

Letters, July 18

Melissa Martin has done amazing research and sensitive interviews with family and those who became close friends with the fighter with the call sign “Native ” in combat situations.

Letters, July 17

Donald Trump’s official nomination as the Republican presidential candidate has stirred significant controversy, compounded by a recent assassination attempt on his life. This series of events has not only shocked the United States but has also drawn widespread condemnation from around the globe. As the nation prepares for another contentious election, it is crucial to critically examine Trump’s chances of winning and the potential trajectory of the United States under his leadership if he succeeds.

Letters, July 16

The headline should have read “Residents demand action on homelessness…” Yes, the people interviewed wanted action. However, the action most often cited was action on homelessness itself, not just to deal with the camp!

Letters, July 15

Shame, shameRe: ‘A very disappointing meeting’ (July 11)

Isn’t the point of our justice system to have a judge and/or jury determine what the facts are and whether an accused is guilty or innocent? In this case, there is clearly evidence to support charges, as the Winnipeg Police Service recommended. The prosecution wants a “sure thing.” They don’t want to set precedent. They don’t want justice. They want an easy win. Shame on them.

And then the justice minister, who has no law experience, by the way, goes back to the same prosecutors for their feedback on whether to seek an independent third-party review. This is a blatant conflict of interest and hardly unbiased or external. Anytime an organization, especially an elected organization, refuses a second opinion, there is a lack of trust and transparency. What are they afraid of? The Reimers were victimized when their daughter was killed. They were victimized when Tyler Goodman was sentenced to only seven years. The justice minister has victimized them once again.

This is evidence of our shameful justice system. The NDP spews promises of change, but their actions show that changes are not coming. It appears that politics matters more than justice. It is clear that the prosecutor’s office has many issues. Matt Weibe doesn’t have the experience or courage to deal with it. Shame on him as well.

Letters, July 13

Thanks and farewellRe: ‘It was just time to move on’ (July 11)

It is with a heavy heart that I read of Dakota Family Foods’ decision to close an amazing store and meeting place.

For the past 18 years since we moved to South St. Vital, I have thoroughly enjoyed meal planning and shopping based on the weekly email sales flyer from the store.

As I walk through the many isles of unique imported products, fresh locally sourced produce, full service meat department with on site butchers, a huge array of fresh daily baked breads and sweet treats, and I certainly realize what a rare environment this is.

Letters, July 10

Correct me if I am wrong but don’t ERs assess how critical a patient’s need is, and they can get bumped as critical need patients come in? I assume this is what they mean by high or low acuity. So, although it may be true that high-acuity patients end up with little change in wait time, for low-acuity patients going to a minor injury clinic is going to make a massive difference in reducing their wait time. Why is that not seen as a huge benefit?

Letters, July 9

Like most cities across North America, we fell for a growth Ponzi scheme. We’ve built our city in a way that cannot pay for itself, and we continue to double down on this approach through debt-fuelled road widenings and mega-projects. That’s the real story, one that Winnipeggers deserve to know and understand.

Letters, July 8

Manitoba Hydro’s board of directors is in the process of a hiring a new chief executive officer. This is important work and will send a strong signal about the future and priorities of Manitoba’s largest Crown corporation.

Letters, July 5

Winnipeg MLA Obby Khan, Progressive Conservative finance critic believes the NDP rebate program for electric vehicles is bad policy. “This is just-smoke-and-mirrors policy by the NDP that doesn’t help Manitobans in a time of need.” However, Mr. Khan could have thought that way in March 2022, when he, the then co-owner of Goodlocal.ca, gladly accepted $500,000 for his business.

Letters, July 4

The Ten Commandments monument that once stood in Assiniboine Park is an example of the monuments that were built around Canada’s Centennial. Another example is the Ten Commandments monument in Kildonan Park, an 8.5-ton granite stone that stands across the pond from the pavilion which was donated by St. John’s Council 5396, Knights of Columbus in 1968.