In a letter to the editor published Tuesday, a lifelong skier and former Sunshine Village employee argues that Alberta ski resorts can easily adapt to permanent daylight time. The writer, Dave Olson of Parksville, B.C., says he has skied for decades and holds a strong dislike for the biannual time change, calling it arbitrary and lacking scientific benefit. He notes that his 30-year career as a police officer showed the time change caused numerous problems with no positives.
Ski Resorts Can Adjust Schedules
Olson suggests that if ski resorts believe time changes are essential for their operations, they can simply alter their opening times in the spring. He emphasizes that skiers are intelligent and keenly aware of opening hours, snow accumulation, and other details. Changing the schedule once a year would not bother customers, he asserts. He praises Sunshine Village as a fantastic resort, comparing it favorably to French and Swiss destinations in terms of scenery, and pledges to continue skiing there regardless of opening times.
Other Letters: Bill 18 and Pipeline Risks
Another letter from J.L. Ashdown of Edmonton expresses relief over the passage of Bill 18 by the Alberta legislature. The writer argues that vulnerable people deserve respect and compassion, not to be seen as disposable. Since euthanasia was legalized, Ashdown feels fearful when loved ones interact with medical personnel, uncertain if they might be encouraged to end their lives instead of receiving treatment. Bill 18 provides safeguards and offers hope through healing or palliative care.
Don Olenek of Sherwood Park warns about a new pipeline to the U.S., referencing an executive order signed by Trump. He cautions Premier Danielle Smith that such orders come with expectations, likely that Alberta sell oil at reduced prices to pay for construction. Olenek advocates for building a pipeline to Churchill, Manitoba, to ship oil to Europe and eastern Canada, urging a Canadian-focused vision.
The newspaper invites letters to the editor of up to 150 words, requiring a first and last name or two initials, address, and daytime phone number. Submissions are subject to editing and should be emailed to letters@edmontonjournal.com.
