Amidst Climate Grief, I’m Searching for Joy
Being a parent means living with the possibility of loss. While my twins are small, we find solace in the forests facing devastation.
An Indo-Canadian BC Labour Icon Is Finally Getting His Due
Darshan Singh Canadian’s dazzling, forgotten decade in BC transformed its politics forever.
Don’t Kid Yourself About ‘Parents' Rights’
It’s called the ‘1 Million March 4 Children.’ But who are they really fighting for?
‘We’re So Far Behind, We Need It All’
Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon talks rentals, building costs and worries of unaffordability at a conference with mayors and councillors.
Squatters at Risk in Vancouver Apartment Building Gutted by Fire, Say Neighbours
Boarded up but accessible, the city says it’s the owner’s responsibility to secure the building.
Where the ‘Parents’ Rights’ Campaign Came From. And How to Push Back
The anti-queer rights movement started in the US 50 years ago and has found new life in Canada.
The Rise of the Toxic Menace Called E. Coli O157
Product of modern methods, the food poison that hit Calgary is fairly new. But Alberta’s no stranger to it.
Where Municipalities Are at with BC’s Drug Decriminalization Pilot
The recent focus has been on banning drug use in playgrounds and parks. But advocates say that’s a red herring.
Don’t Blame International Students. The Housing Crisis Is Our Problem
They’ve been used as scapegoats. And it distracts from finding meaningful solutions.
‘Surrealism at Its Most Pointed’
Victoria artist Sonja Ahlers mines the depths of our former selves.
A Patient's Prescription for Our Sick Primary Health-Care System
BC panel calls for community health centres, more accountability and shared access to health records.
‘One Hell of a Fight’: Coal Miners Again Target Alberta’s Rockies
Ranchers and conservationists gear up to battle Australian magnate Gina Rinehart.
The Power of Peer Support for Queer and Disabled People
How Chronically Queer makes space for connection and sharing — and makes change.
Three Stabbings in Chinatown, Mental Illness and a History of Violence
BC's review board knew a forensic psychiatric patient continued to pose a high risk to the public. But he was given day release.
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How Anti-Trans Protests Pull from the Fascist Playbook
The marches serve four aims: hijack parties, distract citizens, subvert public education and dehumanize opponents.
Please Advise! Who Will Win the BC MLA Game of Musical Chairs?
A BC United defection and NDP ejection. Dr. Steve shines light on what it all means.
The Terrible Consequences of Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s Murder
A long-simmering dispute is now aflame. With dangerous implications here and in India.
A Sheriff Shortage Is Threatening BC’s Legal System
Toxic work conditions, low pay and greener pastures are creating a crisis, says an internal government report.
Could Your Kid’s Gut Health Be Impacting Their Allergies?
BC researchers have discovered a link between microbiome development and four childhood allergy disorders.
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A Window into Calgary’s Eviction ‘Gong Show’
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How Prescription Heroin Is Saving Lives
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Reported Elsewhere
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Sto:lo Nation research finds 158 child deaths at four facilities
(via Vancouver Sun)
Amid vaccine fatigue, doctors say the updated COVID-19 shot is important this fall
(via Toronto Star)
For commuters, taking the increasingly overcrowded bus or SkyTrain has been ‘unreliable and very frustrating’
(via CBC)
The number of people accessing safe supply in BC has dropped. It’s unclear why — but it's prompting concerns
(via CBC)
Are ‘never Trump’ republicans actually just democrats now?
(via the New Republic)
Tracing the sticky history of slug races
(via the Narwhal)
How some lost their homes — and almost their lives — in the Hay River wildfire
(via CBC)
Who was Canadian Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar?
(via BBC)
Family hires private care for dad at understaffed Saanich Peninsula Hospital
(via Times Colonist)
The lawn dilemma
(via Fraser Valley Current)
Culture
‘Surrealism at Its Most Pointed’
Victoria artist Sonja Ahlers mines the depths of our former selves.
In False Creek, the Case of the Leg in the Boot
How did the popular square get its unique name? The answer bobs to the surface.
How Art Can Fix a Fractured World
In ‘The Compassionate Imagination,’ Max Wyman offers a radical proposition.
No Insomnia Is Quite Like Hurricane Insomnia
A letter from storm-lashed Lunenburg.
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Turning to Youth to Bring Forward Solutions
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I am constantly impressed by my conversations with my grandchildren — they are articulate, caring human beings — too often thwarted by disregard and disrespect.
The young people need to be encouraged to speak out and they need to be listened to. If my contemporaries at that age had a fraction of their awareness and sensitivity, I feel the world would be a better place.
Give them an audience and the opportunity to share. The future is theirs.