Public Accounts Notebook: Donations, Real Estate, Clark’s Flights and More
Or, waiting by the phone for a finance minister’s call that never comes.
Who Knew the Nordics Were Individualist Romantics?
Anu Partanen’s new book challenges ‘socialist nanny state’ stereotypes of her native Finland, and its neighbours.
‘Social Media for Academics’: An Actually Useful Guide
Finally, a manual that’s devoid of the usual dubious digital-guru speak. And it’s not just for profs.
It’s Official: Clark’s LNG ‘Plan’ Was a Fantasy
Latest developments in Hawaii should put end to faith in job, prosperity promises.
Rehearsals for Retirement: Young Workers and the CPP
The Tyee looks at post-work plans and worries of an employee, contractor and entrepreneur.
That First Goose: Excerpt from a Trapline Memoir
In ‘The Shoe Boy,’ Duncan McCue recalls a formative trip spent hunting in northern Quebec’s wilds.
Canada’s Plan to Stop Violence Against Women ‘Has to Come Right about Now’: Minister
Patty Hajdu will spend her summer collecting stories across the country.
Nuclear Safety Warnings Demand Independent Review: Mulcair
Anonymous letter listing concerns about Canadian nuclear generating stations can’t be ignored, says NDP leader.
What to Do When Anonymous Trolls Throw You Hate? Heed Leslie Jones
Like the Ghostbusters star, I too received sexist, racist screeds as a female newspaper manager.
The Tyee Is Hiring Two New Business Team Members
We’re looking for a new office administrator and sales and partnerships co-ordinator. Apply by Aug. 15!
Canada Must Act Faster to Save Refugee Lives, Says MP
Jenny Kwan says trusting UN agencies to vet refugees would help get threatened people to safety.
A Chance to Name Vancouver’s Parks for the 99 Per Cent
Historically, naming practices favoured political elites. This time, the public gets a say. Maybe.
Sea Shepherd ‘Pirates’ to Turn Spotlight on BC Salmon Farms
Biologist Alexandra Morton welcomes conservation society’s support; fish farmers ‘alarmed.’
Pokémon Go Brings New ‘Augmented Reality’ Legal Issues to Light
Not to mention the whole issue of trespassing. Play safe, kids.
With So Many Tragedies, Is It ‘End of Days?’
The world seems to darken with every live-streamed horror. But consider this small empirical comfort.
Not So Clear Sailing for Rio Games, Says Author
Pollution, politics and fingerpointing mark Olympics once again, argues Jules Boykoff.
After Turkey’s Coup: Dictatorship and Decline Loom
Why Erdogan’s defeat of plotters will only deepen schisms in his nation.
Oh Well, Lady ‘Ghostbusters.’ You Tried
Not too offensive, not too feminist, it’s not too much of anything. Still, there are spectres of a decent flick.
Ottawa Approves Controversial Chemical for Ocean Oil Spills
Corexit’s critics say it’s ineffective and might increase damage to marine ecosystems.
