Letters

Dear editor:
I am writing to thank the hundreds of citizens who have shown support over the years for the retention of the “open space” on the 1200 block of Nelson Street, which sometimes is referred to as the Nelson Street Park.

Dear editor:
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms had its 30th birthday on April 17, yet our government cannot find the time to honour one of our greatest achievements.

Dear Mike:
Re: “In response” letter to the editor from MP John Rafferty (Fort Frances Times, May 2).
I didn’t think I would be writing another “Dear John” letter so soon. In this letter, I would like to clarify the comments made twice by Mr. Rafferty and which, in fact, were incorrect.

Dear editor:
The issue of conformity or non-conformity, in relation to the Midget ‘AA’ Canadians’ team colours, rages on.
As a grandparent of a Canadians’ rookie this past season, I was exposed to a Fort Frances version of Hockey Canada’s program of excellence.

Dear Mike:
The Celebrating Diversity committee here has been doing a fantastic job presenting the “Respect” campaign around town, informing our community of the importance of respect.
Some of the directors here at Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. had an opportunity to receive this free presentation and we found it helpful and inspiring.

Dear editor:
There is an old story about a wagon full of hay getting stuck in the Holland Tunnel. Everyone from the mayor to the townspeople stood around watching while the engineers and planners discussed how to dislodge the wagon wedged quite firmly in the tunnel.

Dear editor:
I would like to respond to David M. Bourgeault’s letter, “Ditch the hype,” from the April 18, 2012 edition of the Times.
David asserted that I was exaggerating the effect, or cost, to individuals under age 54 from the OAS changes announced by the Harper Conservatives. I deny that accusation.

Dear Mike:
The write-up in last Wednesday’s Times, “Minor hockey puts wrap on successful season,” was very interesting and as an old hockey fan, I congratulate the minor hockey association and all the coaches and dedicated players.

Dear editor:
As a parent of teenage hockey players, I have to give credit to our minor hockey program for producing such great opportunities for our children as they grow.
In watching them grow and mature in this team setting, I have experienced coaches and programs who inspired my children, both goalies, and ones that regrettably did not.

Dear Mr. Editor:
As the media is busy commemorating Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee, I find I would like to share a piece of memory with you and your readers.
In October, 1951, Her Royal Highness (at that time), Crown Princess Elizabeth, and her husband made a visit to Quebec City. The party came into the CPR terminal by train, where they changed to an open car and were driven away.