‘Service Co-op’ Helps Calgary Seniors Stay in the ‘Hood
Whether it’s keeping up with maintenance or downsizing, ‘Aging in Place’ co-op aims to keep seniors at home.
Poll Offers Hope, Fears For Both Main Parties
Majority think economy strong, but one-third of British Columbians worried about their personal financial situation.
Trudeau Called ‘Liar’ for Breaking Electoral Reform Promise
PM says lack of consensus on replacement system means change can’t go ahead.
Lots of Talk, No Action in Commons Debate on Trump Refugee Ban
“No new proposal, no new action, and no new plan,” says NDP’s Jenny Kwan.
NDP Pushes to Open Doors to Refugees in Wake of Trump Ban
Refugees afraid of US deportation are risking an icy death to reach Canada on foot.
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Groups Want Review of Clark’s Kinder Morgan Approval, Citing BC Liberal Donations
Oil company payments to party create ‘appearance of a conflict,’ says Democracy Watch co-founder.
Liberals Not Ready to Reverse Harper Government’s Torture Policy
Rights groups call on government to adopt measures to reduce risk of torture.
Environment Minister Suspends Permit for Leaky Landfill in Shawnigan Lake
‘This is a huge step,’ says regional director leading opposition to site.
As Trudeau Limits ‘Cash for Access’ Events, BC Remains a Holdout
Only three other provinces, none of Canada’s largest, still allow big money gifts.
Five Ways to Stop BC’s Overdose Drug Deaths Now
Stopping the drug war and improving housing access is key. Part of a series.
Trump’s ‘America First’ Doctrine Has Been Tried — and Failed
Book on Asian nations’ response to rise of West offers lessons for US. But they won’t be heeded.
The Overdose Crisis: We Know How to Save Lives, Doctors Say
From an Albertan reserve to Vancouver’s inner city, caregivers share solutions for turning the tide. Part of a series.
Opposition Readies to Hit Trudeau Hard on Ethics as Parliament Resumes
Both NDP and Conservatives say their scrutiny of PM’s hobnobbing with the wealthy isn’t over.
Top Court Upholds BC Law Requiring Election Advertisers to Register
Groups welcome ruling that act doesn’t apply to individuals’ homemade signs or T-shirts.
Water Below Shawnigan Lake Landfill Exceeded Heavy Metal Guidelines
‘Why is this company being allowed to operate outside its permitting conditions?’ asks regional director.
An Urgent Call on Overdose Crisis: Prescribe Drugs, End Prohibition
Simply put, ‘fentanyl is a product of our drug policies.’ Second in a series.
What Happens When an Endangered Whale Pod Loses Its Granny?
With the death of J2, a century’s worth of wisdom and leadership is also lost.
BC MLAs’ Public Disclosures Aren’t Accessible Online – So, We’ve Posted Them
We’ve found good stories in them. Maybe you will, too.
Court Won’t Overturn Conflict Commissioner’s Ruling on Premier’s Fundraising
Democracy Watch, which took the matter to court, may appeal.
Bill Fossil Fuel Firms for Climate Costs, Consider Suing, Campaign Urges BC Cities
‘The impacts in a lot of communities are very real,’ says lawyer Andrew Gage.
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Your Thoughts and Prayers Are Not Enough, Canada. Not This Time
Mosque attack calls for action — organize, march, call out hostile policies in fight against hate.
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