Young Adults Are Most Vaxed. Let Them Explain Why
We talked to 11 people under 21 to understand why their age group leads the province in vaccination rates.
BC Oil and Gas Cleanup ‘Going in Wrong Direction’
Enforcing cleanup rules and timelines will shift to the industry-funded regulator. ‘Fox guarding the henhouse,’ say critics.
What to See and Experience During Black History Month
The Tyee provides a selection of films, dance and exhibits across the province.
Who's Fuelling the Truckers Protesting Vaccine Mandates?
The convoy that left BC Sunday raised $2 million. A key organizer is said to be a big figure in the Alberta separatist scene.
BC Changes Its COVID Isolation Requirements
Fully vaccinated people with no symptoms who are exposed to the virus no longer need to isolate for five days.
Getting to Zero Waste by 2040
Recycling is not enough to curb emissions. Here’s how BC could create jobs and cut CO2.
The Feuding Scientists Behind Insulin
Canada’s most consequential health discovery was born amid monstrous egos and toxic rivalries.
Two Survivors and All They’ve Shared
ARTIFACT: A powerful CBC radio documentary grows from a long arc of amazing generosity.
The Test Trap for Long COVID Patients
‘Longhaulers’ who lack medical proof they contracted COVID worry they’ll be denied long-term supports and even jobs.
World Class or Liveable? Vancouver’s Split Imagination
Daniel Francis on his new book ‘Becoming Vancouver,’ who was ‘erased’ by earlier city histories, and today’s divide. A Tyee Q&A.
BC Omicron Cases Have Yet to Peak, Warn Independent Analysts
Modelling group downgrades hospitalization forecasts, but says risks remain.
As Vancouver Shrinks, the Suburbs Swell
New StatCan data show the city’s population contracted for the first time in 45 years. Not so for Surrey.
How I Faced My Terror of Crows
I’m gripped by ornithophobia in a city that loves corvids. So I went looking for a murder.
Death by a Thousand Lies
Professional liars have taken over in politics, business — everywhere. We all pay a terrible price.
Please Advise! Is Vancouver Worth the Gazillions in Rent?
Even well-heeled Doc Steve suggests you weigh your other options.
The System that Drives Our World
The mechanism, fuelled by centuries of force, is brilliantly diagrammed by Amitav Ghosh in ‘The Nutmeg’s Curse.’
Tenants in BC Housing-Funded SRO Are Bullied Out of Rooms, Alleges Support Worker
Andrew Drury says some clients have been threatened with violence if they return to the London Hotel. BC Housing says it is investigating.
BC Extends Most COVID Restrictions for a Month
Gyms to reopen, but health officials say risk to health-care system remains high as hospitalizations surge.
My Daughter Shouldn’t Be Sacrificed to ‘Get Back to Normal’
Instead of getting inclusive public health policy that respects the risk to vulnerable people, we’re being told to not be so fearful.
It Pays to Pollute in BC
Pollution reduces property value — and property taxes. That creates an incentive to slow brownfield remediation, experts say.
Editor's Pick
This story is making waves.
How I Faced My Terror of Crows
I’m gripped by ornithophobia in a city that loves corvids. So I went looking for a murder.
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Thank You, Tyee Builders!
In December, we challenged our readers to become monthly Tyee Builders, and help us do even more impactful journalism in 2022. We call them Builders because that’s what they do — help us build our newsroom.
Over the past two years, we’ve doubled our staff, brought on new regular contributors and increased the number and quality of our stories. And we’re able to keep it open for all to read because of our supporters.
Our goal was to bring on 650 new monthly supporters, and we’re happy to report that by our deadline on Dec. 31, 783 new monthly supporters had signed up. Just about as many chipped in one-time contributions, and both keep trickling in.
See the full list of campaign contributors here.
And check this out...
The Story of Why The Tyee (Against All Odds) Is Still Here
Three years ago we made a critical decision. As founder, I nervously hoped it would work.
We Asked You How Back to School Was Going
And you shared thoughts on three-hour classes (yikes), masks, feelings of stress and relief, and more.
PuSh Fest Returns for a New Mesmerizing Season!
Don’t miss this year’s groundbreaking performances in dance, theatre, music and multimedia.
Editor's Pick
This story is making waves.
It Pays to Pollute in BC
Pollution reduces property value — and property taxes. That creates an incentive to slow brownfield remediation, experts say.
Editor's Pick
This story is making waves.
This Is ‘Kenneyism’
How the unpopular premier’s recipe of intimidation, disinformation and sweeping new laws is transforming Alberta’s culture.
Deep Dive
Get to the bottom of something big.
Recharging Through Winter
It's cold. It's dark. It's winter. It might feel drab to stay close to home.
But our everyday rhythms stitched to our surroundings can make new perspectives emerge, often signposted by nature.
We’ve bundled together Tyee essays on making the most of life at home, from embracing work from our abodes, to weathering unruly environmental events alongside loved ones, to trekking into the wonders of nature to see the seemingly familiar reveal fresh lessons.
Cozy up with stories from winters past and present to experience the season anew.
Winter Is for Regeneration. The Garden’s — and Yours, Too
First in a Tyee series of essays on winter’s meaning.
What We Do in the Dark
Every season has a purpose. This one is for rest, reflection and rallying to the light.
It’s Now Winter. We Are Wired to Stay Home
Technology changed how we deal with the dark days and long nights. With new restrictions on gathering, it’s changing it again.
Into the Deep
Third in a series of Tyee essays on winter’s meaning.
Culture
What to See and Experience During Black History Month
The Tyee provides a selection of films, dance and exhibits across the province.
Two Survivors and All They’ve Shared
ARTIFACT: A powerful CBC radio documentary grows from a long arc of amazing generosity.
World Class or Liveable? Vancouver’s Split Imagination
Daniel Francis on his new book ‘Becoming Vancouver,’ who was ‘erased’ by earlier city histories, and today’s divide. A Tyee Q&A.
How I Faced My Terror of Crows
I’m gripped by ornithophobia in a city that loves corvids. So I went looking for a murder.
Reported Elsewhere
Today's links curated for you.
‘Dropping like flies’: Teacher absences hitting record numbers in Prince George, unions say
(via the Prince George Post)
Thunder Bay police board member details Ontario human rights complaint, calls for new leadership
(via CBC)
It's Big Oil, not environmentalists, who are foreign-funded
(via the Edmonton Journal)
Anna Maria Tremonti carried the secret of an abusive marriage for decades. In ‘Welcome to Paradise,’ she’s ready to share her story
(via the Globe and Mail)
Enbridge purchases Pacific Trail Pipeline from Chevron/Woodside
(via Smithers Interior News)
Is Jagmeet Singh a party leader, or an influencer?
(via Passage)
Oil and gas investment expected to rise 22 per cent this year to $32.8B
(via Global News)
A fire has killed Indigenous children, again. Because poverty burns through the generations
(via the Globe and Mail)
The shorter work week: An idea whose time has finally come
(via CBC)
It’s a terrible idea to deny medical are to unvaccinated people
(via the Atlantic)
Analysis
Who's Fuelling the Truckers Protesting Vaccine Mandates?
The convoy that left BC Sunday raised $2 million. A key organizer is said to be a big figure in the Alberta separatist scene.
Death by a Thousand Lies
Professional liars have taken over in politics, business — everywhere. We all pay a terrible price.
Why Small Shops Along Broadway Are Getting Fried
As subway-driven land values zoom, so do taxes. And land speculators feast.
Coastal GasLink Attempts to Block Reporters from Wet’suwet’en Territory
Months after the arrests of two journalists, the firm’s security doesn’t seem to understand injunction terms and press freedoms.
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Paying Towards a Sustainable Future
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"All companies that run polluting operations, like mining, should be required to post a bond, at the outset of operations to cover costs of site remediation. The terms could be renewed on an annual or biannual basis to ensure a realistic level.
"It's not great to put more regulation in place, but this is a relatively simple proposal that would provide meaningful employment and restore the land for other uses."