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Stories for week starting Monday, March 25, 2024

analysis

Are We Ready for the Next Pandemic?

We haven’t seen the last of dangerous viruses. Why we need a plan, and importantly, political will.

Crawford Kilian, Today


culture

‘Queer Muslim Joy Is about Found Family’

Lee Nisar’s ‘Dil Ka’ is a tender reflection on taking chances with the ones we love, and the quest for the best biryani.

Jeevan Sangha, Today


news

BC Aims to Revamp Senior Care. The First Step Stirs Controversy

‘Clearly there are a group of people who are benefiting from the current funding model,’ cautions seniors advocate.

Andrew MacLeod, Today


opinion

Nenshi Braves Edmonton. He Needn’t Have Worried

Stumping to lead Alberta’s NDP, the former Calgary mayor got a warm welcome from what might have been a tough crowd.

David Climenhaga, Today


culture

Inside the Rise, Fall and Return of John Galliano

A new documentary on the disgraced designer asks important questions about our twisted relationships with work and the things we cherish.

Dorothy Woodend, Yesterday


Crab Shells Have a Wonder Ingredient. So This Company Got Cracking

From husks that would go to waste, Tidal Vision extracts a polymer with many green uses.

Pippa Norman, Yesterday


opinion

As Labour’s McGowan Enters the Race, Nenshi Lands a Big Ally

Rakhi Pancholi folds her bid for Alberta NDP leader, lauding Nenshi’s ‘incredible accomplishment.’

David Climenhaga, Yesterday


news

BC Has Ambitious Climate Goals. Do They Leave Room for Gas?

Natural gas giant FortisBC drew a plan the regulator has ruled ‘a reasonable first step towards a low carbon future.’ What’s in it?

Zoë Yunker, Yesterday


opinion

Please Advise! How Gross Is This Sewage Plant Overrun?

A yucky three billion dollars is the answer. Will the North Shore boondoggle trigger a lavatory levy?

Steve Burgess, Yesterday


news

How International Students in a Janitors’ Union Won Their Fight

‘Most of the students here, they don't get work easily, so it's hard to fight for our rights and to raise our voice at work.’

Brishti Basu, 26 Mar 2024


news

Death, Injuries, Displacement. The Dark History of One Vancouver Landlord

What can a city do with a property owner like Henry Ren?

Jen St. Denis, 26 Mar 2024


culture

What Yoga Taught Me about Whiteness, Wellness and Healing

In refining my relationship to movement, I went in search of more inclusion. A Tyee essay.

Jeevan Sangha, 26 Mar 2024


opinion

Behind the Use of Lethal Force on BC Bears

Media regularly reports the numbers. But there’s more to animal management than just kill data.

Bryce J. Casavant, 26 Mar 2024


opinion

BC’s Anti-Gang Police Agency Is Faltering. Where’s the Fix?

The province’s response to organized crime and gang murders is ‘weak, scattered, ineffective,’ external reviewers say.

Geoff Meggs, 26 Mar 2024


news

Red Alert from Alberta’s Fracking Earthquake Warning System

The latest industry-triggered tremor near Fox Creek topped 4 in magnitude.

Andrew Nikiforuk, 25 Mar 2024


news

You’re Young and Want to Make It Fishing? Good Luck

BC’s independent owner-operators are being priced out by big money. What needs to change?

Zak Vescera, 25 Mar 2024


opinion

Alberta’s Strange Double Standard on Green Energy

Solar and wind face tough rules, while fossil fuels get a pass.

Tim Rauf, 25 Mar 2024


presents

Alexis Wright, ‘Towering’ Writer and Defender of ‘Country’

In her new book 'Praiseworthy,' climate change looms large where colonial forces have shaped the land. Join us in conversation with the author.

Ian Gill, 25 Mar 2024


news

Five Ways to Fix Emergency Care in BC

Strengthening primary care, mental health supports and transport could improve health in and out of hospitals, report UBC med students.

Michelle Gamage, 25 Mar 2024