Readings Toward Truth and Reconciliation
A dozen powerful pieces by Indigenous and Métis writers. And more.
SRO Fires Are Causing an Endless Cycle of Displacement
Fires are now ‘a daily occurrence,’ says the Vancouver fire department.
‘Elect Her!’ The Northern BC Push to Get More Women on Councils
Meet the team working to make civic politics more welcoming and gender balanced. A Tyee special report.
Fred Harding Wants to Be Mayor of Vancouver
The Tyee sat down with the candidate and talked crime, homelessness and the plight of landlords.
In Vancouver, Prioritize Human Rights This Election
Municipalities have power. Citizens have power through our municipal leaders to either move towards equity or away from it.
In the Sacred Headwaters, There’s Hope and Healing
The doc film 'The Klabona Keepers,' part of VIFF this year, is a triumph of filmmaking alongside communities. Here’s what we can all learn from it.
Understanding the Killer Whales’ Struggle to Survive
As Chinook salmon get thinner and fewer, southern resident killer whales struggle to find enough food.
Mark Marissen Wants to Be Mayor of Vancouver
The Tyee sat down with the candidate to talk about zoning, the problem with SROs and why Vancouver doesn’t need more police.
Meet the Young People Shaking Up Local Politics
‘I would really like to see young people scare the hell out of politicians, at all levels of government, by coming out in massive numbers and voting.’
Eby Promises Big Housing Changes to ‘Level the Playing Field’
Leadership platform calls for tax changes, end to much single-family zoning and $500 million to buy apartments.
One Afternoon, Everything Changed
Tara McGuire lost her 21-year-old son to a drug overdose. Her first book explores the aftermath. An excerpt from ‘Holden After and Before.’
How Can Local Politicians Stem the Toxic Drug Crisis?
Stop using bylaws and business licences to quash overdose prevention, say advocates. Instead, work to facilitate creative solutions.
Vancouver Election Controversy: What’s in a ‘Usual Name’?
Some candidates are listing their ballot names in languages other than English. Is that a problem?
The Coming COVID Brain Wreck?
A new study adds to concerns about the severity and scope of neurological damage the virus can cause.
Please Advise! Will the BC Liberal Rebrand Work?
The party now proposes calling itself BC United. Have they put their foot in it?
Here’s What Happens When Friends Heal Together
Premala Matthen and Nic Wayara are friends, podcast co-hosts and co-conspirators for BIPOC liberation. A Tyee interview.
Why Are Railways Allowed to Police Themselves?
The current system is outdated, allowing corporations to skirt accountability for industrial workplace tragedies.
Colleen Hardwick Wants to Be Mayor of Vancouver
The Tyee sat down with the candidate to talk subways, zoning and searching for elusive data.
For Holden. I’ll Miss You Forever
Tara McGuire lost her son seven years ago. Her new book explores her grief, his final days and his imagined future. A Tyee interview.
Changing the Culture of Suicide Care
The province will invest $2 million to improve care for people considering suicide or self-harm. It’s sorely needed, say mental health advocates.
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Meet Our Hummingbird Fellow
We are thrilled to welcome our most recent fellow, Josh Kozelj, to The Tyee.
Kozelj joins us as part of Hummingbird Immersion Journalism Fellowship — named after the only bird that can fly upside down, seeing the world from a fresh perspective.
“I love storytelling. I always have,” says Kozelj. “I hope with balanced reporting and honesty, trust can be established with readers with differing views on the world." Read our interview with Josh.
“I’m naturally quite introverted, but I love being a part of a team and working for something bigger than myself.” So great to have you with us, Josh!
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Five Tyee Journalists Are Finalists for BC’s Top News Prizes
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Car Sharing for New Drivers with Modo
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Eby Promises Big Housing Changes to ‘Level the Playing Field’
Leadership platform calls for tax changes, end to much single-family zoning and $500 million to buy apartments.
Editor's Pick
This story is making waves.
The Coming COVID Brain Wreck?
A new study adds to concerns about the severity and scope of neurological damage the virus can cause.
Editor's Pick
This story is making waves.
One Afternoon, Everything Changed
Tara McGuire lost her 21-year-old son to a drug overdose. Her first book explores the aftermath. An excerpt from ‘Holden After and Before.’
Reported Elsewhere
Today's links curated for you.
Indigenous-led Cedar LNG seeks regulatory approval under new climate rules
(via the Globe and Mail)
Specialist doctors report 1 million BC patients on waitlists
(via CTV News)
Facing calls to resign, World Bank president changes answer on climate crisis
(via CBC)
Politics as usual or a serious problem? 'Extreme' candidates running in BC communities
(via CTV News)
Australian coal company files nearly $4B lawsuit over Alberta's ban on new exploration
(via the Calgary Herald)
Cancer care system in BC buckling as staff shortages lead to soaring wait times
(via the Globe and Mail)
At least 2 kids had to flee Ohio for abortions after being raped
(via Vice)
Conservative MPs call for freelance journalist to be booted from press gallery after tweet
(via CBC)
Criticism intensifies after big oil admits ‘gaslighting’ public over green aims
(via the Guardian)
This serial imposter spent decades posing as a nurse. The victims she betrayed want to know why
(via CBC)
Culture
Readings Toward Truth and Reconciliation
A dozen powerful pieces by Indigenous and Métis writers. And more.
In the Sacred Headwaters, There’s Hope and Healing
The doc film 'The Klabona Keepers,' part of VIFF this year, is a triumph of filmmaking alongside communities. Here’s what we can all learn from it.
One Afternoon, Everything Changed
Tara McGuire lost her 21-year-old son to a drug overdose. Her first book explores the aftermath. An excerpt from ‘Holden After and Before.’
Here’s What Happens When Friends Heal Together
Premala Matthen and Nic Wayara are friends, podcast co-hosts and co-conspirators for BIPOC liberation. A Tyee interview.
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Picture a Citywide Community Garden
(click to read in context)
Imagine a Vancouver with a fruit tree in each of the roundabouts and a culture of neighbours working together to care for and harvest these trees.
Or linear orchards along boulevards, especially areas targeted for densification like the Broadway Corridor. It would be interesting to see a plan for this and to see how it would change our culture over time.