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The long, strange trip of psychedelics

The long, strange trip of psychedelics

Fentanyl and opiates may have dominated the headlines in recent years but another group of drugs is making a surprising return in a positive way.
Fuller hits the mark

Fuller hits the mark

Some of the headlines - Downtown task force in works. Action needed to fix downtown, forum hears. Then an excellent article on page 29 of the Dec.
Accents and difficult conversations

Accents and difficult conversations

Over the years, I've found that being authentic is one of the most important qualities I need to display with my students. From time to time, this requires me to admit that I am wrong.
Science's big leaps in last 10 years

Science's big leaps in last 10 years

It often feels as if the pace of modern life has led to a much more hectic world. This is true in the sciences as well as everyday living. Major breakthroughs abound and the 2010s demonstrate this vividly.
Homeless part of our city

Homeless part of our city

Editor's note: this editorial first appeared in the March 15, 2018 edition of The Citizen.
The rise of the non-conformists

The rise of the non-conformists

In recent history, we have had Rob Ford elected as mayor of Toronto. Then, casting himself as standing up for the little guy, Donald Trump was elected to lead the world's superpower.
Just start walking

Just start walking

Last night at a Christmas gathering, we raised a glass to a friend recently lost. Someone who has had a profound influence on how we live today in Prince George. This loss shows just how fast time passes and how truly short life is.
Science proves Santa is real

Science proves Santa is real

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Clement Moore's poem is a holiday tradition.
Yes, David, there is a Santa Claus

Yes, David, there is a Santa Claus

This editorial first appeared in the Dec. 24, 2013 edition of The Citizen and it's become a bit of a local favourite for its twist on the famous "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus" letter.
The year named opportunity

The year named opportunity

Ange sat across from me, her faced stressed with the worries of the day and her business. "If you could name last year what would you name it?" I asked. Without hesitation, Ange blurted out, "the year of the s##t show.