Opinion

Opinion: Empires win battles but always eventually lose the war

We must also take steps to prepare our citizenry for potential changes in the global economy.

Jul 5, 2023 4:30 AM Read more >

Opinion: Commercial thinning yields surprising forest benefits

The thinning had created an almost immediate bonanza of deciduous wildlife forage for our struggling moose.

Jul 4, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: After the Manitoba crash, Canada needs to rethink bus safety

Safety investigations into serious road collisions need to be conducted at a national level and by an independent body in the same manner air and rail occurrences are investigated.

Jul 3, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: It's never too late to say sorry (and here's how)

Injuries to our relationships happen from feeling misunderstood, being stuck in an emotion regarding a traumatic or difficult event, hereditary issues, lack of understanding or mindful skills, or a variety of other issues.

Jul 3, 2023 4:30 AM Read more >

Opinion: 6 ways universities can promote health on campus — and measure progress

Campuses struggle to take action on commitments to promote health. Universities need to work towards meaningful measures of progress and well-resourced approaches.

Jul 2, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: Steps caregivers can take to help kids and teens with their mental health

With child and adolescent mental health problems on the rise, here is a a step-by-step guide for caregivers for recognizing signs of mental distress and responding with support and resources.

Jul 1, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Kirk LaPointe: Canada set to become one of world’s worst democracies for news consumption

'Last week the government steamed ahead and passed Bill C-18. It taunted Facebook and Google as arrogant and was certain they were bluffing. This week it found out they weren’t,' writes Kirk LaPointe

Jun 30, 2023 11:07 AM Read more >

Friday free-for-all: How patriotic are you?

Does your concern for where the country and the community is heading get in the way of your patriotism?

Jun 30, 2023 9:02 AM Read more >

Opinion: Don’t let perfect get in the way of good

Each of us knows that we are not perfect. Allowing this to stop us from doing good and living to our full potential, however, is one of the great tragedies of life.

Jun 30, 2023 4:36 AM Read more >

Opinion: Home Owner Grant program 'badly needs reform,' former NDP finance minister says

The program treats a couple earning $100,000 who has a huge mortgage and badly needs the grant the same as a couple earning $400,000 with no mortgage and really doesn’t need the tax break.

Jun 28, 2023 8:05 AM Read more >