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Opinion: Is university worth it? Yes, for both students and society

Opinion: Is university worth it? Yes, for both students and society

A university degree brings a host of benefits to the graduate and society. We must broaden access to ensure that every Canadian who chooses to go to university can.
Letters: How many deaths need to happen before there's action on Highway 101?

Letters: How many deaths need to happen before there's action on Highway 101?

Tidewater Topics: Democracy and dictators

Tidewater Topics: Democracy and dictators

My Facebook friends usually affect a lofty disdain for the soap opera of US politics, but dropped all pretence after the second Trump victory last November 5. 'I feel like I just got kicked in the solar plexus by an elephant,' one moaned.
Opinion: Increased surveillance at the Canada-U.S. border means more asylum seekers could die

Opinion: Increased surveillance at the Canada-U.S. border means more asylum seekers could die

The Canadian government's announcement of the expansion of border security and surveillance measures could place more asylum seekers at risk.
Opinion: Australia is banning social media for teens. Should Canada do the same?

Opinion: Australia is banning social media for teens. Should Canada do the same?

As Canada's Online Harms Act is being debated, MPs may look to other countries, like Australia, for guidance on protecting youth from online harms.
Opinion: How the science of child development can help parents stress less this holiday season

Opinion: How the science of child development can help parents stress less this holiday season

Science-based insights can help dial down parents' anxiety by reminding them to let go of what they can't control and focus on what matters most.
John Ducker: Drivers should adjust to everyday challenges

John Ducker: Drivers should adjust to everyday challenges

Carefully consider sudden weather changes, your vehicle’s basic controls, distractions and your physical limitations before getting behind the wheel.
Opinion: Teachers lack resources to meet classroom needs, and absences shouldn't surprise us

Opinion: Teachers lack resources to meet classroom needs, and absences shouldn't surprise us

A lack of supports to foster student success has yielded significant dissatisfaction for teachers and many other professionals integral to healthy schools, like educational assistants.
Opinion: Runaway spending in Victoria is costing British Columbians big

Opinion: Runaway spending in Victoria is costing British Columbians big

B.C.’s net debt is set to triple, pushing taxpayers to shoulder soaring interest costs
Opinion: Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers

Opinion: Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers

With burnout remaining a persistent challenge across Canada, remote and hybrid work arrangements provide a meaningful solution.