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constitutional monarchy

Off with the head (of state): The complex path to abolishing the monarchy in Canada 

One year after the Queen's passing, the monarchy in Canada is less popular than ever, but what does it mean to become a republic?
Concerts have changed and I’m allowed to not like it

Concerts have changed and I’m allowed to not like it

Between rising prices and bad behaviour, we need to revive the dying concert experience I used to be an avid concert goer before the pandemic. But ever since live music…
Grindset to mindfulness

Grindset to mindfulness: Shifting our approach to education

When thinking of the term grindset culture, you may think of a person who picks up yet another side hustle outside of their day job, constantly touting the importance of…
Back to school shopping

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.
BC Ferries

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…
The Globe and Mail

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.
Stock photo by Keith Johnston via Pixabay.

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?…
Titan sub

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.
Netherlands student housing

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. 

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