Letters: Alberta referendum is for Albertans

(Re: ‘Let Canadians speak,’ Letters, July 12) Did Canadians get a say when Quebec had their vote? No! Then let us decide our future. If Albertans want to vote ‘no,’ then they can vote ‘no.’ If they want to vote ‘yes,’ then they can vote ‘yes.’ It’s democracy. And that, for one, is not B.C.’s [...]

Article content (Re: ‘Let Canadians speak,’ Letters, July 12) Did Canadians get a say when Quebec had their vote? No!

Then let us decide our future. If Albertans want to vote ‘no,’ then they can vote ‘no.’ If they want to vote ‘yes,’ then they can vote ‘yes.’

It’s democracy. And that, for one, is not B.C.’s business. I won’t let a bunch of NDPers decide for my future, so buzz off!

Julie M., Hinton, Alta. Recommended Videos (Most Albertans are likely with you on that.) RIP Sam Neill He starred opposite Sean Connery in The Hunt for Red October, then became a global icon as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park three years later.

The legendary actor has died at 78. Prayers and condolences to his family. PAUL BACON, Hallandale Beach, Fla. (Cinema is poorer for having lost him.)

World Cup wonder It has been great to watch the World Cup soccer games. It is fantastic to watch the nations play each other with vigour, stamina and determination. The heat at most of these stadiums has been unbearable to play a game in.

As grandmother of an 11-year-old soccer player, it is delightful to see and understand why he is so enthusiastic about a sport where the kids are enjoying and, yes, even competitive. Thankfully, that is still allowed these days. Val Stephanson (It’s been riveting.)

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