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Opinion: A bus shutdown is not the way to go
The Metro Vancouver region relies on its bus system so much and if there are no buses, there will be total chaos.
Opinion: College theatre needs more diverse playwrights
Whether they’re deemed classics or contemporary, the majority of plays performed by college theatre programs like Langara’s Studio 58, are written by old white men.
Opinion: Gaming can be distracting, so a healthy routine is vital
Video games are often painted as a negative impact on people who play them as a hobby. While for many, like myself, gaming can be just a time to spend by yourself and be carefree for a few hours. But it can get in the way if you are not…
Opinion: Hey fellow cyclists, let’s all follow the rules!
With over 450 lane-kilometres of bike lanes in Vancouver, you'll be hard-pressed to commute without crossing one at some point.
Opinion: Making museum entries free could benefit everyone
By Missy Johnson
Museums have the ability to bring communities together. They teach, inspire and explore meaningful societal events. Museums should be a right to everyone.
When I was young my dad often took me to the museum in my…
Opinion: Being a journalist in a conflict-ridden world has risks, but is more important than ever
Reporting on the frontline is as dangerous as ever, but in an unstable world, journalists have a responsibility to fulfil.
Opinion: Fast-fashion giant won’t be missed in Canada
Written by Christina Dommer
Fast-fashion pioneer Forever 21 is closing its doors in Canada, and I say good riddance.
The Los Angeles-based retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in late September, closing many of its stores across…
Opinion: Vancouver’s bus drivers are winning hearts and minds
Produced by Agazy Mengesha
Managing Web Editor Agazy Mengesha explains his take on the ongoing transit strike action, and how the striking workers are representing themselves in the eyes of their passengers.
Strike action started on…
Opinion: Consumer fireworks ban not the answer
Produced by Liam Hill-Allan
On Nov. 5, 2019, Vancouver City Council voted to ban consumer fireworks, starting in 2021. Councillor Pete Fry originally put forward a motion to ban fireworks in late October. The motion cited issues such as…
Opinion: Young Women’s connection to reading should be embraced
Reported by Nathan Gan
Whether it’s fictitious tales of magic flying carpets and djinns, or a real historical recounting of brave war heroes, we need to be encouraging our youth to read – especially young women.
On Oct. 17, 2019,…