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CONTEST: Win a ticket to see the Kent Monkman exhibit at Museum of Anthropology in Vancouver

Shame and Prejudice features nearly 80 pieces, including Monkman’s own paintings, installations and sculptures in dialogue with historical artifacts loaned from museums and private collections across Canada. Enter to win here.

Cutting Off a Lifeline for People with PTSD and Depression


Ketamine-assisted therapy saves lives. But in BC and across Canada, doctors are being told they can’t use it.

The Woes of Andrew Wilkinson


People describe him as smart, educated and capable. But the BC Liberal leader has struggled in the campaign and faces growing internal criticism.

Where They Stand: The Parties on Making Life Better for Workers


We asked experts about the NDP record on work life reform, what’s needed, and how the competing platforms compare.

Where They Stand: The Parties on Poverty Reduction


From basic income to raising assistance rates, a look at party plans to lift people up.

Did the NDP Do Enough to Fix BC’s Affordable Housing Crisis?


And what are the parties promising to do this time around? A Tyee primer.

Where They Stand: The Parties on Supports for People with Intellectual Disabilities


The pandemic highlighted failures in meeting their needs, but the political response is lacking, advocates say.

A Word to Progressives Who Want to Punish the NDP


Mad they called an election or furthered Site C? Please don’t act impulsively.

What the Pandemic Tells Us about How to Plan Cities


Vancouver is hosting a virtual gathering of urban experts on resilience. Here’s what they’re saying.

What Do Candidates Promise for Better Mental Health Care? Tune into This Debate


We’ll hear from three on their ideas for improved services and safer substance use. Event is Oct. 20.
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Today! All candidates forum on mental health and substance use

Presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association BC on Oct. 20 at 7 p.m., this online forum is an opportunity to hear from and pose questions to B.C. candidates from each major political party on their commitments to better mental health and safer substance use. Click here to register and visit getloudbc.ca to learn more.