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Christine McLaren

Christine McLaren is a reporter for The Tyee.

Stories by Christine McLaren

life

My Journey to the Birthplace of the 'Burbs

I might have hated Levittown if East Van was still home. But after a few weeks in New York, something changed.

By Christine McLaren, 14 Oct 2011

news

Woodward's Designer Reveals Secrets

Architect Gregory Henriquez gives a tour of his creation's quirky nooks and crannies, and replies to his critics.

By Christine McLaren, 25 Feb 2010

artsculture

'From Buffalo Meat to Baloney'

Bill Quinn's native history of assembled truths, torn from glossy pages.

By Christine McLaren, 14 Aug 2009

news

A Tyee Series

Portland's Progress on Homelessness

Compared to Vancouver, a better funded, more 'bottom-up' approach.

By Christine McLaren, 5 Aug 2009

news

A Tyee Series

Portland's Bicycle Brilliance

And what Vancouver can learn to create a self-propelled culture.

By Christine McLaren, 4 Aug 2009

news

A Tyee Series

Why Portland Beats Vancouver

If you're young, creative and low on cash, Oregon's biggest city has much to envy.

By Christine McLaren, 3 Aug 2009

books

'This Is How They Tortured Me'

Grim tales of residential school abuse compiled by Tofino author.

By Christine McLaren, 6 Jul 2009

news

Small Cities Working to Create Vibrant Downtowns

Prince George, Squamish and other BC towns try Smart Growth ideas.

By Christine McLaren, 23 Jun 2009

news

Rescuer of Stolen Bikes Slips into the Shadows

Gord Blackwell became a hero to grieving bicycle owners like me. Why did he quit?

By Christine McLaren, 29 May 2009

news

Illegal Voting Is Easy

Vancouver voting officer saw evidence of non-citizens casting ballots.

By Christine McLaren, 20 May 2009