Overview
- Opinion letters across Postmedia criticize Conservative MPs who joined the Liberal caucus as betraying constituents, countered by writers who say the moves reflect voters rejecting so‑called “Maple MAGA.”
- Recent examples cited include Michael Ma and Chris d’Entremont, with photos showing Ma welcomed by Prime Minister Mark Carney at a Dec. 11 Liberal gathering in Ottawa.
- Readers question the economics of proposed high‑speed passenger rail in the Quebec City–Windsor corridor, citing estimated costs of $60–$90 billion and doubts about Via Rail breaking even.
- A Dec. 12 photo shows excavation underway for a micro‑shelter site at Cheese Factory Road and Max Brose Drive in London, as letters challenge the location and call for strict upkeep standards.
- Letters highlight local infrastructure strains and energy policy impacts, from prolonged downtown London roadworks to B.C. municipalities warning that pipeline devaluation would cut crucial tax revenue.