Opinion

This week TED Talks returns to Vancouver for another series of inspirational and motivational speeches by “thinkers, dreamers and mavericks” wearing headset microphones to engage and transform audience members who aren’t fazed by an $8,500 admission

Most people communicate through some form of technology on the daily. We text, email, phone, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to let people know what’s going on in our lives or let others know what’s on our mind.

One day after Toronto Maple Leafs fans slunk out of the building following yet another one-sided loss by their team, Rogers Arena was packed with an equally misunderstood and marginalized group: Nickelback fans.

The more I examine the barrage of claims and counterclaims about local transit, the less the upcoming plebiscite seems a yes/no option than a lose/lose proposition. Eric Chris is an Australian-born chemical engineer living near UBC.

On the face of it, I would have to say the Yes side in the Transit plebiscite doesn’t stand a chance. The most recent poll from Insights West this week shows more than a 20 point spread between those who would vote against a 0.

Re: “ Arbutus line clear within two weeks ,” March 10. I’d like to mention an interesting historical note which offers a nice touch of irony.

Re: “ Homelessness goal in jeopardy ,” March 6.

My picks this week involve Eleanor Hadley, explaining the vote, and young transit riders.

Never let it be said that the hard-working employees and worrywarts who travel the unprotected waters between Vancouver and Londsdale Quay on the SeaBus aren’t cautious.

The last time I heard from former NPA councillor B.C. Lee was via email. That was way back in May 2009. Here’s what he wrote: “I am doing it! I am playing the role of a stubborn father.