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Letters to the Editor (9/9/26)
Ontario Premier Doug Ford spent taxpayer money on an 'adolescent stunt' to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, drawing criticism over the disconnect between his office and residents.
Critics argue the province prioritizes such antics over addressing economic issues like the booze tax, where residents can buy a 1.75-litre bottle of vodka in the U.S. for $18 versus heavily taxed domestic LCBO prices.
The 1969 Burrard Inlet Railway Bridge remains one of three critical infrastructure weak links vital to the Canadian economy, alongside the 1969 Thornton Tunnel and 1904 New Westminster bridge requiring protection amid dredging.
In Delhi, governance failures regarding building safety were highlighted by a recent collapse where repairs occurred without consulting civil engineers, an issue the 50-year-old Sarkaria Commission cited regarding foundation integrity.
Political leadership faces scrutiny globally: Chief Minister Vijay of Tamil Nadu has been in power for 118 days amid criticism, while pro-Canada Albertans' voter turnout could determine Alberta's economic stability amid separatist challenges.