Commentary

Chris Gardner: Construction was designated an essential service during the pandemic - and yet, the NDP's platform is corrosive for 85% of the industry.

Jody Vance: For some, skipping the big family gathering is a big ask. But ask it we must – or find ways to get safely creative.

If the European Union with 27 very diverse countries and many languages can do it, why can't Canada?

Whither the Massey Tunnel replacement? Whither Surrey's RCMP detachment? Whither free vaccines?

By committing to a referendum, the BC Liberals have forced the NDP to pick a side in the Surrey policing debate. Will it move votes?

Dene Moore: There’s a reason political parties focus on the middle class: it’s crucial for a healthy economy and society. But in Canada, the middle class needs help. Will they get it?

Blair King: Why the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project is a good economic bet.

Mark Milke: What world population declines may do to environmental debates.

Where's the buzz? Email inboxes are overstuffed, and events are somehow scheduled for the same time every day, but this campaign doesn't have the same juice.

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