Art. Life. Ideas.
Why Art Should Mess with You
And what it’s all for. A dive into this year’s PuSh fest, the death of David Lynch, and more.
‘Show Them in a Different Way’
A photo exhibition on migrant workers responds to stigma by centring humanity.
Are We Headed for Ruin? There’s Gotta Be Another Way
Dystopian documentary films can’t be the only forecast for where we’re going.
Recent Stories
Take It from an Expert. Danielle Smith Is Helping Trump
‘If we don’t retaliate, we’ll just keep paying and paying,’ says a veteran of trade talks.
Meet the Cleaners Taking Control of Their Work
Instead of being low-paid employees, they chose to launch a co-operative and be the owners.
‘Banana Barriers’ Arrived with a Bang and Transformed My Street
Big, weird and yellow, they’re designed to calm traffic. And they’ve brought a dose of surprise to my corner of the city.
Is Peace Truly Possible in the Middle East?
It seems near at hand, but a lack of political will blocks the path.
A US Takeover Is No Longer Unthinkable. Here’s Why
Canada is changing in ways that erode the automatic rejection of America influence.
What Happened to BC’s Plans for Police Reform?
The NDP released their ministerial mandate letters last week. What’s missing? Any mention of overhauling the Police Act.
PuSh Is a Celebration of Audacious Live Art
The 20th anniversary of the festival opens tonight and runs until Feb. 9.
BC Construction Company Goes to Trial 12 Years After Worker’s Death
The case is a rare example of a company facing criminal charges for a workplace death.
BC NDP and Conservatives Take Opposing Positions on Trump Tariff Fight
Rustad urges conciliation while Eby says Canada must push back.
Musk’s Nazi Salute Tested Legacy Media. They Failed
The beleaguered watchdogs denied reality and offered clumsy excuses, explanations and evasions.
Why the Liberals’ Hopes Aren’t Dead Yet
Poilievre wanted a carbon tax election. Trump and Carney changed the game.
Let Hummingbirds Restore Your Faith in Human Goodness
‘Every Little Thing’ is a potent celebration of compassion, beauty and resilience.
There Is Only One Way to Fight a Bully
Canada must quickly inflict maximum pain to stop Trump’s tariffs.
Anger as Alberta Lifts Ban on Rockies Coal Mining
UCP quietly opens the door to Australian companies.
‘Mr. Wonderful’s’ Alberta AI Plans Face Indigenous Opposition
First Nation says right-wing celebrity Kevin O’Leary didn’t consult before announcing ‘Wonder Valley.’
Please Advise! How Dire and Disgusting Was Trump's Day One?
Just mourn the death of innocence, hope and decency, says Dr. Steve.
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BC NDP and Conservatives Take Opposing Positions on Trump Tariff Fight
Rustad urges conciliation while Eby says Canada must push back.
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PuSh Is a Celebration of Audacious Live Art
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A Revolutionary Approach to the World’s Protein Problem
Searching for a meat substitute, this Vancouver company found one in the rootlike structure of mushrooms.
An Indigenous-Owned Model for Sustainable Tourism
How the Klahoose converted a closed BC fishing lodge into a place to immerse in nature and culture.
Postcard from Seattle, Birthplace of Modular Home Design
Robert Humble of Hybrid Architecture started making homes from upcycled shipping containers in the early 2000s, a milestone in eco-design.
When Golf Courses Go Wild
How non-profits, trusts and cities are converting manicured greens into places where wildlife, plants and people flourish.
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Reported Elsewhere
Today's links curated for you.
Cancer rates are rising in Canadians under 50, dropping patients into a system not built with them in mind
(via the Globe and Mail)
Canada blasts St. Anne’s survivors’ ‘scandalous allegations’ in court fight over documents
(via CBC)
CBC News finds more underweighted meat as demand grows for big grocers to be held accountable
(via CBC)
Liberals’ climate wing backs Carney for leader
(via National Observer)
BC man’s sasquatch-seeking expeditions used against him in spousal support case
(via CTV News)
Vancouver mayor rejects new supportive housing projects, promises ‘crackdown’ in Downtown Eastside
(via CTV News)
‘Newark will not stand by idly’: Mayor responds after ICE raid
(via PIX11)
Public safety forum draws police chiefs, prosecutors, elected officials to Vancouver
(via CTV News)
Pete Fry now ‘flying solo’ as Vancouver council’s lone opposition member
(via Business in Vancouver)
Romantic partner of CLBC VP runs society receiving $500K annual funding from Crown corp.
(via CTV News)
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