Commentary

Rob Shaw: 2024 redefined the rules of B.C. politics

Defections, drama and a near minority marked one of the wildest years on the West Coast

Dec 23, 2024 8:07 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Municipalities pushing back against province’s housing policy

Dec 20, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: B.C.’s government will face extraordinary economic challenges in 2025

Trump’s tariffs and falling immigration could force a rethink of provincial priorities

Dec 19, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Eby’s rosy economic claims crumble under grim fiscal reality

Finance Minister Bailey defends record deficit amid slumping revenues, over-budget projects

Dec 18, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Bryan Yu: B.C. labour participation weakens and trade picture deteriorates

Stagnant job growth and falling participation highlight cracks in B.C.’s labour market.

Dec 18, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Mario Canseco: Canadians expect more holiday stress in 2024 than during COVID

Generational gaps emerge as Canadians reflect on holiday traditions and childhood memories

Dec 17, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Kirk LaPointe: Freeland’s poison pen letter might be the final blow to Trudeau

Finance minister’s departure underscores deep divisions in beleaguered government

Dec 16, 2024 3:09 PM Read more >

It’s not just the slapshot: Character assessments can help choose the best new recruits for the NHL or your office

Mary Crossan’s work focuses on 11 dimensions of character, such as drive, collaboration, temperance, integrity and transcendence

Dec 16, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Rob Shaw: BC Greens settle for small wins that keep Eby in driver's seat

A new partnership buys the government stability

Dec 16, 2024 8:02 AM Read more >

Les Leyne: Conservatives never seem to get along

Maybe things will simmer down. But that’s what people hoped Mount St. Helen’s would do.

Dec 14, 2024 3:03 AM Read more >