Commentary

The importance of being earnest

Jordan Bateman: Andrew Scheer’s communications style is both his greatest strength and biggest weakness

Apr 19, 2019 6:45 AM Read more >

#BCPOLI HOTSTOVE: Oil and Water

From beer and wine on BC Ferries - an Orca exclusive, mind you - to the fallout from Alberta's election, it's the hottest of Hotstoves

Apr 18, 2019 1:13 PM Read more >

Why us? Speculation consternation in the Central Okanagan

Bob Price: the Speculation Tax continues to be a hot issue in the valley

Apr 18, 2019 6:45 AM Read more >

Whither 4/20?

Jody Vance: both sides of the debate have a point – so let’s try and find a solution that works for everyone…next year.

Apr 17, 2019 6:45 AM Read more >

Politics is a team sport – until you win?

Premier John Horgan’s remark isn’t just untrue, says Jordan Bateman, but reveals the hazards of elected office.

Apr 16, 2019 1:00 PM Read more >

Why a debate over heckling means much more

A debate about heckling reveals another fissure between Speaker Darryl Plecas and his former BC Liberal colleagues

Apr 16, 2019 9:26 AM Read more >

B.C. seniors deserve their own fully independent advocate

Barbara Steele: ‘We need a Seniors’ Advocate who stands up to government, not pats them on the back.’

Apr 16, 2019 6:30 AM Read more >

Off the Cluff: Daniel Marshall will make you love BC

The Orca's award-winning historian on what makes BC history different, important - and fascinating.

Apr 15, 2019 11:02 AM Read more >

Time to call 4/20 what it is

Now that cannabis is legal, the City of Vancouver is starting to object to footing a large and growing bill.

Apr 15, 2019 6:45 AM Read more >

Canada is squandering its intangible future

The digital economy is underpinned by a new class of non-physical assets. Why aren’t we investing in them?

Apr 12, 2019 1:30 PM Read more >