Turpel-Lafond Promises In-Depth Probe of Anti-Indigenous Racism in BC Health Care
Investigation will go beyond allegations of racist ER ‘games’ and look at systemic issues.
How Does Policy Shape Inequality? Andrew MacLeod’s Covered that for Years
Tyee reporter shares his long view in our upcoming ‘Three Things’ livestream interview.
Newspapers Dying? Well, Tory Backers Keep Trying to Buy Torstar
A new rival bid includes more donors to Conservatives and ups the price.
Police Chiefs Urge Decriminalization of Drug Use
As overdose toll climbs, police group calls for health, social supports for users.
How the Pandemic Makes Health Reporting More Just
‘I don’t think there are two sides to racism, or two sides to the value of human life,’ says Tyee health reporter Moira Wyton.
Alberta Pouring Billions into Keystone XL an ‘Idiotic Waste’: Financial Analyst
Kingsmill Bond of Carbon Tracker has worked for some of the world’s biggest banks. A Tyee interview.
Indigenous People Don’t Feel Safe Accessing Health Care. Here’s What Has to Change
It will require big systemic shifts, but also smaller things like signage, say experts.
By Many Calculations, LNG Is a Fail for BC: Report
The math for liquefied natural gas is bad on emissions, revenues, jobs, even offsetting coal in China, finds a new study.
Angela Marie MacDougall Deals with Domestic Violence in the Pandemic. What Would You Ask Her?
The head of Battered Women's Support Services is next in the video interview series by Salt Spring Forum and The Tyee.
There’s a Drug to Treat COVID-19, but Canada Must Act Soon to Ensure Access
Why compulsory licensing is the right tool for right now.
We Need a ‘Rock Against Racism’ Revival
But the new doc ‘White Riot’ had me wondering: how many times must these battles be fought?
As Freedom of Info Dries up in Canada, Feds Blame the Pandemic
‘It’s not the time to lay off,’ declares information commissioner Caroline Maynard in a Tyee interview.
Want to End Systemic Racism? Then Abolish Prisons
COVID-19 has highlighted our indifference to the fate of people — many Indigenous and Black — that we lock up.
Income Inequality Linked to COVID-19 Deaths. And More Science News
The latest roundup of pandemic findings gathered by Hakai Magazine.
How Indigenous Women Are Conquering TikTok
The video app has proved a powerful tool for women sharing their stories and creativity with a big audience.
Clearview, Maker of RCMP’s Facial Recognition Software, Exits Canada
Watchdog says it’s still investigating the AI collector of billions of faces and personal info.
In a Pandemic, Sikhs’ Selfless Service Doesn’t Stop
They’ve cranked out meals, delivered meds, fed truckers and frontliners and raised funds. For them it’s known as seva.
No ‘Border Ditch’ Can Diminish Their Love
How a grassy strip in Abbotsford dividing Canada and the US became a dating scene.
Gen Z, You’re Our Greatest Hope
Your TikTok tricks, your defiance, your anger are inspiring. But diversity is your biggest strength.
BC Is Hurting Workers by Dodging Pandemic Severance Pay Issue
Some companies say COVID-19 means severance rules don’t apply. Both employees and businesses deserve a straight answer.
A Grassroots Group Launches to Fight Delta’s ‘Uncomfortable’ Racism
In this BC city, ‘there’s no dialogue’ around systemic discrimination. Some locals are working to change that.
How Has the Pandemic Taught Us to Cover Health Better?
Tyee health reporter Moira Wyton will share her thoughts in our next Tyee ‘Three Things’ live chat. Join!
It’s Go Time for Canada’s Green Recovery
The call rises from advocates, policy experts and, increasingly, corporate leaders.
