Readers of the Toronto Sun did not hold back in their correspondence published on December 21, 2025, expressing passionate views on topics ranging from sports broadcasting to national healthcare and trade policy.
Outcry Over Maple Leafs' Broadcast Decision
A significant point of contention for fans centers on the treatment of legendary broadcaster Joe Bowen. One letter from Dave Watson of Pickering argues that the decision to relegate Bowen to radio broadcasts, calling away games from a monitor instead of traveling with the team, is deeply unpopular.
The reader contends that Bowen, with 44 years of service, is "the best in the business" and deserves the television spotlight. The current TV team of Chris Cuthbert and Craig Simpson is criticized as lacking excitement, with the writer suggesting their style is better suited for golf. The sentiment concludes with a tribute to Bowen's iconic "God bless you boys" call and a declaration that there will never be another like him.
Healthcare System Labeled a "Laughing Stock"
The tragic case of Jolene Van Alstine in Saskatchewan prompted a scathing critique from Peter Birks of Mississauga. Van Alstine, who sought Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) after facing insurmountable bureaucratic hurdles in accessing treatment, has now reportedly received an offer of help from American entrepreneur Glenn Beck.
The letter lambasts the provincial government and elected officials for their inaction, asking where Van Alstine's MLA was during her struggle. Birks calls Canada's "world-class health care" a laughing stock and states her story exemplifies everything wrong with the system. While expressing hope she gets the needed treatment, the writer gives kudos to Beck for his intervention.
Questioning Canada's Dairy Trade Policy
In a succinct comparison, Doug Appt of Niagara Falls, Ontario, challenges the logic of Canada's supply management system for dairy. The reader asks if protecting domestic dairy producers from lower-priced American competition is fundamentally the same as former U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on steel, aluminum, and wood.
The implication is that Canada's policy mirrors the protectionist measures it has often criticized from its southern neighbor, suggesting a hypocrisy in trade stance. This letter highlights ongoing public debate about agricultural trade and economic fairness.
The collection of letters presents a snapshot of Canadian public concern in late 2025, focusing on cultural institutions like hockey, the failing safety net of healthcare, and the principles of international trade.
