Commentary

Opinion: Women and mentorship are powering philanthropy in Canada

A wave of influence has been building in Canada over the last 30 years, and it has had a profound impact on our communities, whether delineated by geography, gender, ethnicity or something else.

Mar 25, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Rob Shaw: B.C. business leaders push back against NDP’s power grab

Calls grow to separate interprovincial trade measures from sweeping executive powers

Mar 25, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

Adrian Raeside cartoon: The election race begins

Mar 25, 2025 3:25 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: NDP weighs changes amid backlash to Eby’s emergency powers bill

Facing criticism that Bill 7 undermines democracy, the BC NDP is exploring amendments—but warns it won’t be accused later of moving too slowly.

Mar 24, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Kirk LaPointe: Canada at a crossroads as Carney, Poilievre clash

This campaign will shape the economy, Canada’s global standing and how we withstand an economic storm from the U.S.

Mar 24, 2025 8:04 AM Read more >

Opinion: Construction claims can be derailed by ‘grumbling’ emails

It frequently comes as a rude surprise to construction industry participants that notice provisions under construction contracts are often strictly enforced by the courts.

Mar 22, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: To secure a strong economic future, Canada must choose growth

Decades of coasting on soft power and U.S. proximity have left Canada vulnerable

Mar 21, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Mo Money, Mo Massey, Mo Problems for BC NDP

Province says no to federal infrastructure funds, axes key rental program and faces backlash over a bill that hands Eby sweeping authority

Mar 21, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Kirk LaPointe: Our democratic leaders are suddenly too eager to test our democratic limits

Democracy is being sidelined for convenience

Mar 20, 2025 3:00 PM Read more >

Mario Canseco: Under Trump, the monarchy’s popularity has rebounded

Research Co. poll reveals support for an elected head of state grows, but the monarchy isn’t fading yet

Mar 20, 2025 6:00 AM Read more >