Dear Editor,
What do Masset and the Canucks have in common? Now that Quinn Hughes is gone and Jim Rutherford has spoken the words of rebuild, it’s quite evident that the Canucks have hit rock bottom. Some fans are ok with the trade as it’s opening a new future, but other fans are outraged. Me, myself? I’m happy and excited about it. It was time. In return for Quinn are assets. Most notable is the first-round pick. This alone could turn into something worthwhile in a few years.
And you’re asking how does this relate to Masset?
Just take a walk around and you will quickly see the insane abundance of garbage. Like the outraged fan, I was actually cursing today on my walk down to the grocery store with my daughter. It’s at a point where it’s affecting my mental health and I know I am not alone. Cigarette butts everywhere, pop bottles, broken glass, wrappers, DOG S#!^. It is truly disgusting and everyone needs to step up because there’s potential.
Masset’s assets are the people who live and work here. We need to flip the script and be proud of our town. Take care of our own litter, call people out who you see littering. Businesses need to take pride and clean in front of and around their stores. The Village needs to invest in a garbage program and every resident needs to physically go out and pick up garbage with their hands. A couple of pieces on every walk will add up over time.
The fight isn’t over for Masset or the Canucks. If the Canucks can bite the bullet and realize where they stand and prep for a rebuild, I think Masset can finally take a deep look at itself and do the same. It’s time to live in a town you are proud to call home. Don’t let other people look down on you for volunteering or getting involved. Picking up garbage can be fun and rewarding.
Terry Wallace
Masset
