Why can’t we fix health care? Blame self-interest
While Canadians point to health care as their largest national concern, self-interest has led to meagre health reform over the past four decades.
Journalism under siege forty years after Watergate
The ‘death of a thousand cuts’ in recent years, and the never ending digital revolution have hit hard at what news organizations do best.
Teens challenged to be real, genuine and compassionate
Two Winnipeggers are on an inspirational speaking tour of local schools, encouraging young people to bring positive change to the world through social media.
Handbell choir cools things down on hot afternoon
What do you do on a very hot and humid July day in Winnipeg? Why not go to a Christmas concert featuring a handbell choir.
What do a squirrel, a moose and a white dog in glasses have in common?
Local historian tackles the history of television animation in a definitive book that’s climbing the non-fiction best seller list.
… but is it art?
After decades of experience with art and disability, many questions still remain about Disability Art and the culture it defines.
It’s our party, we’ll do the invite list
Every year, Ottawa sends out a list of people who are “persona non grata”, and therefore not invited to Canada Day celebrations at consulates around the world.
Remember filling out the little blue card?
I put my affairs in order. I knew quite clearly there was risk in what I was doing. I was putting my life in the hands of strangers.
Can you repeat that?
You know you are Canadian when you feel embarrassed because you can’t understand the person trying to speak English.
Hope springs eternal on the prairies
As we hit Canada Day, it’s the season of hope for many. From farmers to football fans, we all want something to cheer about.