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Stories for week starting Monday, April 29, 2024

news

Why the RCMP Won’t Face Consequences for Dale Culver’s Death

Prosecutors made the ‘extremely rare’ move to consult an independent expert — one who’s been accused of bias. His report toppled the case.

Amanda Follett Hosgood, Today


news

BC Summit Sheds Light on Safeguarding Communities This Wildfire Season

As a hot summer looms, provincial resiliency training has already kicked off.

Emily Blatta, Today


news

BC’s Auditor General Will Investigate Wildfire Recovery in Lytton

‘I think this announcement will give people hope,’ says the BC United MLA for Fraser-Nicola.

Amanda Follett Hosgood, Today


culture

Pride and Reclamation: Why Punjabi-Language Preservation Matters

In the heart of Surrey, India Bookworld helps the community feel seen.

Jeevan Sangha, Today


news

Haida Elder’s Lawsuit Against the Catholic Church Clears a Hurdle

A proposed class action case targets an Edmonton priest’s residential school denialism.

Aaron Hemens, Yesterday


opinion

Smith Runs Riot While the NDP Fixates on Its Leadership Race

Nenshi seems a slam dunk, and New Democrat MLAs need to focus on their jobs.

David Climenhaga, Yesterday


culture

‘Can a Dead Mother Be Sad?’

On the sometimes steep difficulties of parenthood. An excerpt from Adrienne Gruber’s ‘Monsters, Martyrs, and Marionettes.’

Adrienne Gruber, Yesterday


presents

CONTEST: Win Two Tickets to Monteverdi’s ‘Vespers’

One lucky Tyee reader will snag a pair of seats to see a rare performance of the 17th-century masterpiece.

Early Music Vancouver, Yesterday


In Her Own Words: An Indigenous Farmer’s Inventive Approach

Michelle Week tells how she brings traditional foods to her community, many at no cost.

Michelle Week, as told to Aldyn Chwelos, Yesterday


analysis

Why Police Crackdowns on Student Protesters Are So Dangerous

Universities need to stop using law enforcement to prevent students from asking inconvenient questions.

Roberta Lexier, 30 Apr 2024


culture

How to Bring Frogs Back from the Brink of Extinction

The breeding program at the Vancouver Aquarium is giving new life to species facing collapse.

Dorothy Woodend, 30 Apr 2024


opinion

Alberta Has Set the Stage for a Battle with Its Workers

The UCP’s unprecedented bargaining approach makes strikes more likely.

Jason Foster, Bob Barnetson and Susan Cake, 30 Apr 2024


culture

When Stalking Killers, Be Nice to Them

Killer whales, that is. Orca watching is big business and aids research but can go overboard. From the new book ‘Reservations.’

Steve Burgess, 30 Apr 2024


news

Why the Green Party Is Supporting Haida Title

Adam Olsen sees a step toward reconciliation. Kevin Falcon fears problems.

Andrew MacLeod, 30 Apr 2024


analysis

Canada Needs to Get Tough on Wood Pellet Exports

Ottawa should learn from the UK’s energy mistakes and change its approach to the biomass industry.

Bertie Harrison-Broninski and Richard Robertson, 29 Apr 2024


news

Why Isn’t This Menacing Extremist in Custody?

A violent racist, Donald Laird sent death threats to a politician, then dodged his sentencing date. Alberta police don’t seem too concerned.

Charles Rusnell, 29 Apr 2024


culture

Is Wanderlust a Sin? Steve Burgess on His New Book

The ‘Reservations’ author on meeting the perfect tourist, ‘flight shame,’ his next trip and more. A Tyee Q&A.

David Beers, 29 Apr 2024


analysis

If Trudeau Steps Down, Then What?

Among names floated for next Liberal leader, one has the big edge: Mark Carney.

Michael Harris, 29 Apr 2024


analysis

If Animals Are Conscious, What about Us?

Emerging scientific research shows they’re self-aware. This could disrupt the Great Chain of Being for the greater good.

Crawford Kilian, 29 Apr 2024