Whistler not at risk because of helipad
Whistler Question – Letter to the editor
Your article on the Whistler Helipad (“Helipad’s landing status remains a concern”, Oct. 11) may leave some people with the belief that Whistler/Blackcomb is at risk because the new helipad is no longer rated for single-engine helicopters. We want to reassure residents and visitors to the community that this is not the case.
Family fights for accountability
Powell River Peak
A 97-year-old woman’s death was deemed accidental by the BC Coroner Service, but a year later her family still struggles to come to terms with it. Both VCH and Olive Devaud Residence have investigated the incident and say they have made changes to bathing procedures, but the woman’s daughter, Gwen Law, and son-in-law Larry Law, say their family remains frustrated.
Organic foods aren’t healthier, says BC health officer
24 Hours
A Vancouver Coastal Health doctor agrees with studies claiming organic foods aren’t healthier than their pesticide-sprayed counterparts, much to the skepticism of local natural food advocates. Dr. Paul Martiquet is quoted.
New baby shop helps families in need
The Province
A new non-profit called Baby Go Round will help recipients in need of baby and children’s gear referred to it from the YWCA as well as from VCH parenting programs.