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New Ideas for 2012
Let's hope someone implements these new ideas for 2012 fast -- after all, if you're the prophesying type, there isn't much time left. These 10 stories, brought to you by Tyee contributors, highlight new and creative ideas for the year ahead. This edition of our popular annual series highlights emerging innovations in the fields of education, food, economy, and technology. Enjoy!
In This Series
Idea #1: Link Money with Natural Capital
As currencies across the globe corrode, it's time to peg wealth to something real.
Idea #2: Shmeat, Meat of the Future
Put down that ecological-travesty of a hamburger! In vitro meat is what's cooking.
Idea #3: Unwrap a Gift Economy
Use Wall Street's language and build an alternative based on generosity, not greed.
Idea #4: First Work, Then University
Imagine a Canadian Services Corps that prepares young people for higher ed.
Idea #5: Sincerity Is the New Irony
Your time is up, Old Spice Guy. As the hipster kingdom crumbles, youth culture takes a new bent.
Idea #6: Tech-Savvy Classrooms to Personalize Learning
Use kids' texting, Youtubing ways to their advantage, in classrooms that embrace new media.
Idea #7: 'Place-based' Plans to Conquer Child Poverty
With a neighbourhood-sized social safety net, low-income families could thrive.
Idea #8: The Web Revolution That Started in Your Pants
It's not porn. It's called 'responsive design,' the new wave of web development.
Idea #9: Slow Down Your Money
Redefine expectations of investment and return, and reap the delicious rewards.
Idea #10: Vacations for the Poor
BC's welfare system is 'designed to be uncomfortable.' Doesn't everyone deserve a break?
The Gem of Canadian Science that Harper Killed
Experimental Lakes Area was world famous; its findings might have saved Canada billions.
- BC snuffs out AirCare test program
- AFN national chief Shawn Atleo to launch re-election bid
- Citizens group releases video to fight undead Bill C-30
- Conservative MP says he might vote against budget, then 'clarifies' his position
- Genetically modified plants won't take root with councillors in Richmond, BC
- Hundreds at Vancouver rally to support Quebec students
- Could Fort Mac become an eco-tourist hotspot?
- Rick Hansen's Man in Motion anniversary tour concludes in Vancouver
- The Gem of Canadian Science that Harper Killed
- Who Mowed Down the Premier?
- Canada's Economy, Deconstructed (by a 12 year-old)
- Death in Remand: a Tyee Inquiry
- Now Is the Time to Talk up Big Ideas
- Bill C-38: the Environmental Destruction Act
- Sexism Tinges Criticism of Teachers' Job Action
- 'A Gut Feeling'
- Bias in BC's Pesticide Decision? Follow the Bouncing Verbs
- Why Blackberry's Embrace of HTML5 Is Good Karma
- The Gem of Canadian Science that Harper Killed
- Sexism Tinges Criticism of Teachers' Job Action
- Now Is the Time to Talk up Big Ideas
- The Ethics of Addiction Studies
- Bill C-38: the Environmental Destruction Act
- Alberta Fills Pipes with Corrosive Denial
- Bias in BC's Pesticide Decision? Follow the Bouncing Verbs
- How Our Immune Systems Exaggerate Fear
- BC biotech company seeks approval for GM apple
- What's Behind BC's Doors?
- Should You Run from that Medical Test?
- 'The Dictator'
- Death in Remand: Stacked Deck
- 'Moonrise Kingdom'
- Tyee Builders Tally: Amazing!
- From Financial Advisor to Occupier
- 'Storage Wars'
- How Our Immune Systems Exaggerate Fear
- Does Simon Fraser University Need a Men's Centre?
- Now Is the Time to Talk up Big Ideas
- Double lung recipient dances on Ellen show
- ISS astronauts grab DragonX space capsule by the tail with Canada Arm
- Metro Vancouver gas prices peak at record levels
- Ottawa posts $9-billion deficit in March despite pledge to avoid spending spree
- BC phases out AirCare to focus on fighting bigger vehicle emissions
- Tsunami senors to be dropped into deep sea off of Vancouver Island
- Student groups file court challenge against Quebec protest law
- ...while on the streets, pirates and ninjas put aside mutual animosity to join student protests
