Dear Editor:
Much has been said about the Quayside campaign to say no to coal. However, while Quayside has been getting all the attention, residents of Queens borough have been coming together, taking action and also sending a resounding no to the port authority. The letters that our MPs refer to as "flowing in" are likely coming largely from Queens borough. Good job guys!
Congratulations to all the volunteers who did what they could to help.
If you would like to find out more on how this is progressing, or wish to add your voice to the protest, please drop by Frankie G's on Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m. for a "Last Chance to Sign the Petition and Wind Up Party."
Further, as we are sure you know, the Northern Gateway pipeline proposal has been subjected to intense scrutiny through a broad public review process, and has received extensive media coverage.
In contrast, the proposals now before the port authority have received little attention until quite recently, even though, when considered cumulatively, they have similar significant implications for our climate and future generations.
This is a problem that we, in Queens borough, called on each other to correct, and we truly came together to give it our best try. Our signed petitions are mounting and we haven't stopped yet!
Barbara Merrett, New Westminster
