THREE THINGS
1. The 2010 Olympic Winter Games
I walk by this clock each and every day of the work week. As the days tick down, the budget bloats. Numerous British Columbians are excited, anticipating and looking forward to the 2010 Olympic Games. Just yesterday, women from my office discussed the thousands of dollars they’re prepared to potentially spend in bidding for tickets – one even mentioned $30,000, no joke. This is in addition to the hundreds of millions of dollars that you are spending to host the Games.
Photo: keepitsurreal on Flickr
While in essence I can understand the pride our Province’s residents feel, it’s a very different reality for those living in the downtown core. Each morning when I walk to work, I step over shivering bodies attemping to get a moment of rest before spending yet another day scouring the streets and alleys. The provincial and municipal governments are no different than Rebecca Bloomwood, spending money they don’t have on things they don’t need. In truth, we should be ashamed of the 2010 Olympics. I’m embarrassed that BC chooses to “invite the world” while refusing to take care of its own first.
2. BC Ferries Is Cutting Us Some Slack
Yesterday, BC Ferries’ President and CEO, David Hahn, announced that the fuel surcharge that’s been gouging our pockets will be phased out within the next three weeks. As of December 5th, the surcharge will be lifted on all minor routes, as well as the route between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale. All other routes will follow suit by December 19th.
3. Vote Now On The Best of 604
My very lovely friend and fellow blogger, Rebecca Bollwitt of Miss604 fame, is celebrating five years of online presence with the Best of 604. Readers are encouraged to go to the Best of 604 website to vote in a number of Vancouver-specific categories (including Best Personal Blog, a category in which yours truly has been nominated).
Photo: miss604 on Flickr
Once the nominations are in and votes are cast during the second week of December, Rebecca will be hosting a private awards reception and recognition at the Cellar nightclub. I’ll keep you updated on the status of the Best of 604 nominations and let you know when you can head on over to vote for me (because you know you want to!)
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I was waiting for your commentary on the ferries thing!
btw- that first photo *is* amazing (regardless of the subject matter)
Can’t argue with you on that one.
1. I’m proud the olympics are coming to BC. It’s something me and my family will enjoy, at the same time I would really like more pressing social issues addressed. I don’t even live downtown (we are in the ‘burbs) and the issues of homelessness, drug use and theft are in our faces everyday.
2. I don’t take the ferries often but I know how expensive it is when we actually do. It actually affects our decision to travel to the island or elsewhere so it’s great to see a bit of a break coming. Especially for those who rely on the service.
3. I’m glad you’re nominated ! Good luck
Loved your post – cool about the ferries – it’s about time – hate that the Olympics are coming and everything about it….BUT…I do really love Rebbeca’s shirt in that photo – where can I get one?
@ Sue Shi – I picked that up earlier that day at Le Chateau off Robson
“I’m embarrassed that BC chooses to “invite the world” while refusing to take care of its own first.”
Well said.