Opinions

New school year, “new” me

As September rolls around and back-to-school nerves are fresh, the desire to buy new things to soothe this uneasiness rises dramatically for a good portion of the student population.

Signing off after three years as the Martlet’s design director

Thank you, Martlet readers, for looking at and enjoying my art. That alone is more than I could ever ask for, and it means the world to me. 

Everything wrong with BC Ferries

Growing up on Saltspring Island, I have been at the mercy of BC Ferries since before I can remember. I’m certainly preaching to the choir by complaining about our local…

Letter from the Editor: Meta is blocking us, but we’re not going anywhere 

Meta and Google are blocking news outlets, including the Martlet, in Canada. Here are a few ways you can support us.

AI is catalyzing a journalistic renaissance

On June 14, the Globe and Mail published their new policy on artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism, announcing their regulations on AI.

Canada’s iniquitous public holiday system

Canada, “the True North strong and free.” This is a key component of this country’s national anthem. However, is this multicultural state, enshrined in outmoded law, truly free for all?…

The death toll of complacency 

On June 18, the OceanGate Titan submersible lost contact with its mothership. On June 14, a migrant ship capsized with 750 people aboard.

Could the Netherlands hold the solution to B.C.’s student housing problem? 

In 2019, I experienced a potential answer to the housing crisis facing students in B.C. — all I had to do was cross an ocean. 

Advice from recent and soon-to-be graduates

With graduation season behind us and the next school year just around the corner, we have a few pieces of advice to impart.