A number of years ago a movement started for a second ice surface in Fort Frances. Discussions went on and a committee was formed to make it happen. They titled it “Ice For Kids.” We now have two ice surfaces . With the passing of time three groups have formed […]
Letters
All newspapers encourage letters to the editor and intend to print the opinions of their readers with as few restrictions as possible. The Fort Frances Times is no exception.
Rules governing letters to the editor in the Fort Frances Times are:
All letters must be signed, and the name of the writer will be printed with all letters published.
The writer must submit his/her letter in person and satisfactory identify themselves, or submit a telephone number to be used to verify that the letter was actually written by the person whose name is included on it, delaying publication if necessary to make the verification.
Letter will not be accepted from people outside the local coverage area unless the letters are written on a topic of primarily local interest.
If a letter attacks another individual or group, the Times will allow a response in the same edition.
Letters should not exceed 300 words and may be edited for length and content.
Dear Sir: For many years, the Rainy River Health Centre Auxiliary has worked tirelessly to fundraise for capital equipment for the Health Centre. The Auxiliary has also donated to important Riverside district initiatives such as the digital mammography machine, the CT scanner and the new hospital transport van. In addition […]
Congratulations to Mayor Andy Hallikas for his declaration of friendship between ourselves and International Falls (Fort Frances Bulletin, July 3). It was the right thing to do. We do not blame the citizens of International Falls personally for the economic war waged on Canada by their government. Many of the […]
Dear Teresa, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful reflections and for your continued support of health care in our district. Your words speak to the heart of what has made the Riverside Foundation for Health Care such a powerful force: community, collaboration, and a shared commitment […]
News of Riverside Health Care breaking up with its fundraising arm, Riverside Foundation for Health Care without a coherent public explanation is disappointing and disheartening. Due to the lack of transparency, the public is left to draw its own conclusions from the unanswered questions: 1. Why did Riverside need the […]
Volunteer Auxiliaries across the district support Emo Health Centre, La Verendrye General Hospital, Rainy River Health Centre and Rainycrest Long Term Care. For decades, hundreds of dedicated members have offered their time and talents to improve health care in their facility. The prime mission of each of the Auxiliaries is […]
To: The Honorable Sylvia Jones, Subject: Request for Transparency Regarding the Dismantling of the Riverside Foundation for Health Care We are writing this open letter on behalf of concerned members of our community to express our deep concern and confusion regarding Riverside Heath Care’s (“Riverside”) sudden and unexplained termination of […]
Dear Editor: At what point will Township of Emo CAO Crystal Gray start fulfilling her statutory duties instead of misleading the public about their right to information on the municipality’s runaway spending to protect the homophobia of three old men? The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act […]
Dear Editor, This letter is in response to the Letter to the Editor from Mr. Judson, which was forwarded by Ken Kellar, Editor of the Fort Frances Times. In regard to Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) requests, as the Clerk of the Township of Emo, […]
Years ago I had the pleasure of coming to work at the mills in Fort Frances and International Falls. I met some terrific people and loved every minute of the trips to work there. I want Canadians to know that we love our Canadian neighbors and respect everything you believe […]
Dear Editor, It’s almost time to vote, and I’ll be voting for a lessening of anxiety, for the ability to leave the tough decisions to a leader who understands economics and trade and who is committed to keeping Canada safe. One thing I don’t want in a leader is a […]
With all that is going on in the world today and in our own nation of Canada, it would be easy to fall into a mindset of anxiety or even depression. In the Gospel of Matthew 24:6-8, Jesus is telling his disciples what will happen in the end times. “You […]
