6 — Friday, October 24, 1986 - North Shore News Peter Speck Noel Waghf Barratt Fisher Linda Stewart Publisher: Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor Advertising Director Tht vorce Of NOMTH AND WEST VANCOUVEH Ne ws Vie wpoint a ean : s Display Advertising 980-0511 é . Classified Advertising 986-6222 " i Newsroom 985-2131 Distribution 986-1337 Subscriplions 986-1337 . EP. Wee ea North Snore News 6 es + He EAM Cen bed one Se tedale IE Fataneapen fof thee SUNDAY = WH DN ROAY + FHUDAY rere Stet tad ’ Free Press ON ied doatibrated ti every dont on wane : . ; a ety teed Weed et a Maing tate, North 1139 Lonsdale Ave. | oHA te ancora atensgh thr nebo ratiote tae orth Vancouver, B.C. Entire contents‘) 1986 North Shore Free Press Lid All ughts resetved n the same high style of his campaign, Bill Vander Zalm was swept into power by the voters Wednes- day, commanding a majority win of 49 seats to the NDP's 20. But Vander Zalm deserved it. He deserves the op- portunity to prove to the public that he CAN provide a fresh start for B.C. Through their votes, the people ave put a tremen- dous amount of trust in Vander Zalm — a responsibil- ity that can’t be taken lightly. And Vuinder Zalm rose to the occasion at his accep- tance speech, saying he wants to make sure ALL the people of B.C. are heard, providing a government not just for Socred supporters, but for everyone, uniting B.C. as one. Vander Zalm hasn't pretended to be a miracle worker, though. And with the aftermath of Expo, the §ubor problems in the forestry industry and health care, and the vast unemployment, it would take nothing short of a9 miracle worker to put B.C. back on track overnight. But an open-door policy provides the makings for a positive beginning. The new premier says he wants to meet with both management and labor to eliminate confrontation. And he said although he appreciates the majority win he has received, he will encourage a strong involvement from the opposition party. Vander Zalm may have been criticized for aot hav- ing an agenda of policies all Isid out, but a premier who states he is willing to listen to the people, rather than set his policies in stone, could prove to be all the better Jeader for that and worthy of the trust that voters have bestowed upon him. ; S7ASB Creetage: Weedon itey Va Mtg te “otras woe Hy REC: Ss SPCA SHOOTINGS Suggestions please, Bob Dear Editor: because human beings are irresponsible when it comes I refer to Bob Hunter's advice on September 10. to properly looking after their animals. Yes, the SPCA made an error of judgement,.a bad Does Mr. Hunter have any constructive sugges- mistake. tions? But in the area of shooting bears or sea lions, Bob Michael Weeks Hunter's is the cheapest shot of all. He completely Executive Director a eae eee PANIES ARE BANDITS’ that nature, to prevent monopo- AMERICAN FROGS? Dear Editor: Brian Mulroney's that he was not a frog but a Cana- dian sure came as big news to me. I thought he was an American. declasation Mary J. Prinz Vancouver breaks in Dear Editor: I have just added my name to the petition against the proposed further increase in the cost of cable reception. It is high time the CRTC put a stop to these bandits. If the pro- posed increase is allowed, it will be the fifth time in two years, and the percentage they are ask~ ing for now is ridiculous. I would suggest that the CRTC investigate these cable companies *more than they are already do- ing. The charges made for disconnection and connection are a farce. Somebody moves and another takes over yet the new subscriber has a bill for close to $30. In most cases not a thing is really disconnected. It’s just a case of the new occupier hooking up the wire. The thing that concerns me most is the re-transmission of U.S. programs. The advertising, and our American cousins really pile it on, is by Canadian s»on- sors invariably. Who gets the revenue? There are certain monopoly laws in Canada and | am of the opinion that these laws are being grossly contravened by these new cable companies that have sprung up since cable inception. I understand that the cable companies are having problems with their union employees. They placed an ad in the newspapers blaming the breakdowns in this area on vandalism. Whilst [ have never been a member of any trade union I do not believe the breakdowns of service are the work of union members, but a ruse to request an increase in the rates. We have experienced several reception in this area, and as an ex-RAF radio man [ believe that the breakdowns are due to the Mickey Mouse way of clothes- line installation they use to wire the homes. Furthermore, if breakdowns occur a pro-rated rebate should be credited to the subscriber. The last one lasted almost three hours of what they call prime time. It is my opinion that the supply of any broadcasting service should be a public corporation, as should any singular service of ly, for with no competition they can do exactly as they like with people, I only have one reason for this letter of complaint. I am a senior citizen who just cannot afford any extra money for what I really enjoy, but do not divulge my ad- dress or the cable company will cut me off in sheer prejudice as indeed they have done before when someone complains. Ernest Edwards North Vancouver Dear Editor: 1 am nervously hoping that J.H. Colley’s letter urg- ing funding of sterilization of Stanley Park was not read by any rich phi:anthropist who did not give con- sideration to the other side of the story. As Vancouverites know, and visitors are delighted to discover, Stanley Park is a 1,000 acre area of natu- ral wilderness preserved for our enjoyment. it is spotted with areas of traditional recreation, such as Colley calls for: a golf course, playing fields, playground equipment and flower gardens, plus the special attraction of the Vancouver Public Aquarium. But what sets it apart is the forest. While the mountain backdrop of West Vancouver succumbs to creeping suburbia, the entrance to the downtown core is still framed by majestic trees. Colley’s plan to “scrub out the underbrush, haul out the fallen trees and put grass and picnic tables in,”’ shows on two counts that that person has never properly explored Stantey Park. If he had, he would have discovered the picnic tables and would not be so ignorant of the ecosystem. Fallen trees, for example, become nurse logs fertiliz- ing salmon berries, huckleberries, salat and other plants, which in turn support the birds (and feed any humans who are clever enough to identify the berries!) The tangled undergrowth provides shelter and nesting for diverse bird and animal life. Indeed, clear- ing this out would probably cause massive migration of displaced rats, mice and squirrels to the West End. Colley may call two thirds of the park ‘‘useless’’ but those who enjoy orienteering, walking to Beaver Lake or just walking or cycling there, experiencing natural beauty, do have a use for it. If it’s of no use to you, leave it alone, but I show it off to my guests, with pride. R.E, Stewart West Vancouver