Commentary

Losing some species may matter more than losing others

—  14 January 2019

Arne Mooers, Simon Fraser University and John Reynolds, Simon Fraser University Canada risks…

After Humboldt: What is being done to reduce risks on Canadian roads?

—  10 January 2019

The Government of Canada must reassess its responsibility to protect road users. Shutterstock Ahmed…

Clemency for Cyntoia Brown was long overdue

—  8 January 2019

This photo from May 2018 shows Cyntoia Brown at her clemency hearing at the Tennessee Prison…

Legalizing once-illicit substances can have a public health impact

—  18 December 2018

As cannabis is legalized in Canada and parts of the United States, it’s worth looking back…

Less talk, more action: National Day of Remembrance on Violence Against Women

—  6 December 2018

People gather at a memorial ceremony to honour the 13 students and one staff member killed…

Ahed and Malala: Why we revere some girl activists and ignore others

—  5 December 2018

Ahed Tamimi is in a courtroom at the Ofer military prison near Jerusalem, Feb. 13, 2018. The…

Have we reached Peak Car?

—  3 December 2018

Rush hour in Vancouver, B.C. Has North America reached Peak Car? StoneMonkeysw/Shutterstock.com Barry…

How to survive your annoying relatives this holiday season

—  28 November 2018

During the holiday season, we are faced with numerous social commitments and in some cases…

Big, bigger, biggest: Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Singles Day

—  26 November 2018

The holiday shopping season is upon us. But do you need to go to the mall? 松林 /flickr,…

Canada: What will it take to end physical punishment of children?

—  22 November 2018

At least 54 countries prohibit the corporal punishment of children. Canada has neither prohibited…