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Keep it real by fighting disinformation every day. That is The Tyee’s mission statement for 2026.
And it comes with a new initiative we’re eager to tell you about: The Tyee’s Reality Check Project. 🤖🔥🧵 (1/6) #CdnMedia
And it comes with a new initiative we’re eager to tell you about: The Tyee’s Reality Check Project. 🤖🔥🧵 (1/6) #CdnMedia
The U.S. might be a full-spectrum power, but almost any all-out war it gets into would be its undoing. @crof.bsky.social writes. 🪖
Why ‘War and Power’ Is Oddly Cheering | The Tyee
A new book showcases the limitations of incompetent leadership.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The U.S. might be a full-spectrum power, but almost any all-out war it gets into would be its undoing. @crof.bsky.social writes. 🪖
@steveburgess53.bsky.social: I salute those who faithfully keep to their gym routine. But a bicycle needs no schedule, nor any great act of willpower. 🚲
The Virtuous Cycle | The Tyee
What started as a cost-saving measure to ride my bike more often became a highlight of daily life. Third in a series from a new book by Steve Burgess.
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December 26, 2025 at 5:31 PM
@steveburgess53.bsky.social: I salute those who faithfully keep to their gym routine. But a bicycle needs no schedule, nor any great act of willpower. 🚲
Dorothy Woodend: Strap in and hold on, my loves. This film is a rocket ride from start to finish.
Even if Marty Mauser is a terrible human, he does have one superpower: the ability to hit small balls over a net. 🏓
Even if Marty Mauser is a terrible human, he does have one superpower: the ability to hit small balls over a net. 🏓
‘Marty Supreme’ Moves Like Fire | The Tyee
It’s a blistering story of ambition, with director Josh Safdie and star Timothée Chalamet at the heart of the action.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Dorothy Woodend: Strap in and hold on, my loves. This film is a rocket ride from start to finish.
Even if Marty Mauser is a terrible human, he does have one superpower: the ability to hit small balls over a net. 🏓
Even if Marty Mauser is a terrible human, he does have one superpower: the ability to hit small balls over a net. 🏓
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Boxing Day? More Like Tyee Hat Day | The Tyee
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December 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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From late summer to fall, the grizzly and black bears of British Columbia’s Central Coast embark on an epic grub crawl, moving from stream to stream to feast on spawning salmon.
Charting a Course Through Bears’ Eyes | The Tyee
Stewards from the Heiltsuk First Nation are using computational models and Indigenous knowledge to protect bears’ access to salmon.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:17 PM
From late summer to fall, the grizzly and black bears of British Columbia’s Central Coast embark on an epic grub crawl, moving from stream to stream to feast on spawning salmon.
“It took me longer. My overtired brain replayed previous misgivings. Why did we have to fly now, at the peak of the season, rather than spring, as I’d suggested?” 🎄✈️
Christmas Is for Family. Right? | The Tyee
Stuck in Calgary for the holidays, a Victoria woman and her aging mother forge a new understanding. An excerpt from ‘Better This Year.’
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December 26, 2025 at 4:16 PM
“It took me longer. My overtired brain replayed previous misgivings. Why did we have to fly now, at the peak of the season, rather than spring, as I’d suggested?” 🎄✈️
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In The Tyee’s 22-year history, we’ve lived many lives.
Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In The Tyee’s 22-year history, we’ve lived many lives.
Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
Now, with our #RJO status, it’s all the easier to consider becoming a Tyee Builder. #CdnMedia
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Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
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At the same moment Canada began to turn its attention to the importance of human rights postwar, it contemplated a brazen rights violation at home of enormous scale and cruelty.
Canadian history has mostly forgotten about the exile of Japanese Canadians. Jordan Stanger-Ross and Eric Adams write.
Canadian history has mostly forgotten about the exile of Japanese Canadians. Jordan Stanger-Ross and Eric Adams write.
A Forgotten 80th Anniversary of a Shameful Injustice | The Tyee
Canada exiled thousands of Japanese Canadian citizens even after the war ended.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
At the same moment Canada began to turn its attention to the importance of human rights postwar, it contemplated a brazen rights violation at home of enormous scale and cruelty.
Canadian history has mostly forgotten about the exile of Japanese Canadians. Jordan Stanger-Ross and Eric Adams write.
Canadian history has mostly forgotten about the exile of Japanese Canadians. Jordan Stanger-Ross and Eric Adams write.
Lorne Fitch: The mine is owned by Northback Holdings Corp., part of Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart’s business empire.
Rinehart knows well the time-tested technique of, “Heads you win, tails we flip again,” for keeping her dream of a mine alive.
#abpoli
Rinehart knows well the time-tested technique of, “Heads you win, tails we flip again,” for keeping her dream of a mine alive.
#abpoli
The Latest Grassy Mountain Mine Proposal Is the Same Old Promotional Hype | The Tyee
This new pitch seems substantial only until you review its promises.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Lorne Fitch: The mine is owned by Northback Holdings Corp., part of Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart’s business empire.
Rinehart knows well the time-tested technique of, “Heads you win, tails we flip again,” for keeping her dream of a mine alive.
#abpoli
Rinehart knows well the time-tested technique of, “Heads you win, tails we flip again,” for keeping her dream of a mine alive.
#abpoli
“For all its rough edges, the festive season in Surrey was nothing short of magical.
“I have warm memories of sitting on the orange shag carpet in my pyjamas, staring at the beauty of our fake pine tree from Sears.
“Under it sprouted a ziggurat of gifts wrapped in last year’s crinkled paper.” 🎁
“I have warm memories of sitting on the orange shag carpet in my pyjamas, staring at the beauty of our fake pine tree from Sears.
“Under it sprouted a ziggurat of gifts wrapped in last year’s crinkled paper.” 🎁
’Twas the Night Before Christmas, and We Tried to Steal a Tree | The Tyee
We nearly had it! An excerpt from ‘Better This Year.’
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December 24, 2025 at 4:09 PM
“For all its rough edges, the festive season in Surrey was nothing short of magical.
“I have warm memories of sitting on the orange shag carpet in my pyjamas, staring at the beauty of our fake pine tree from Sears.
“Under it sprouted a ziggurat of gifts wrapped in last year’s crinkled paper.” 🎁
“I have warm memories of sitting on the orange shag carpet in my pyjamas, staring at the beauty of our fake pine tree from Sears.
“Under it sprouted a ziggurat of gifts wrapped in last year’s crinkled paper.” 🎁
The perception is that involuntary care will sweep the streets clean, getting people into treatment and rebuilding contributing members of society.
The reality is that people are likely to be disappointed as we get a classic example of overpromise and underdeliver. Shane Mills writes. #vanpoli
The reality is that people are likely to be disappointed as we get a classic example of overpromise and underdeliver. Shane Mills writes. #vanpoli
Here’s Why Involuntary Care Won’t Work for Most People | The Tyee
We need a total rethink of our failed approach to drugs and homelessness.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
The perception is that involuntary care will sweep the streets clean, getting people into treatment and rebuilding contributing members of society.
The reality is that people are likely to be disappointed as we get a classic example of overpromise and underdeliver. Shane Mills writes. #vanpoli
The reality is that people are likely to be disappointed as we get a classic example of overpromise and underdeliver. Shane Mills writes. #vanpoli
In The Tyee’s 22-year history, we’ve lived many lives.
Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
Now, with our #RJO status, it’s all the easier to consider becoming a Tyee Builder. #CdnMedia
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Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
Now, with our #RJO status, it’s all the easier to consider becoming a Tyee Builder. #CdnMedia
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December 23, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In The Tyee’s 22-year history, we’ve lived many lives.
Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
Now, with our #RJO status, it’s all the easier to consider becoming a Tyee Builder. #CdnMedia
support.thetyee.ca?utm_source=b...
Once a private company, it became obvious we’re better suited as a non-profit.
Now, with our #RJO status, it’s all the easier to consider becoming a Tyee Builder. #CdnMedia
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December 12, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The internet is blowing up with fakery. Help The Tyee hold the line.
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This is fantastic. There's a Canadian company that's recycling used chopsticks. @thetyee.ca
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Got Used Chopsticks? Those Could Become a New Cutting Board | The Tyee
ChopValue turns the ubiquitous disposable utensils into sustainable products.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
This is fantastic. There's a Canadian company that's recycling used chopsticks. @thetyee.ca
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NEW: A barge hit an island on B.C.'s north coast last week, taking a large tree with it. The barge is owned by the same company as one that took on water and needed rescuing in November.
@amandafollett.bsky.social in @thetyee.ca
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@amandafollett.bsky.social in @thetyee.ca
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Seattle Firm Has Second Barge Hit Trouble on BC Coast | The Tyee
A photo showing a barge with a tree implanted in its front is real, The Tyee can confirm.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
NEW: A barge hit an island on B.C.'s north coast last week, taking a large tree with it. The barge is owned by the same company as one that took on water and needed rescuing in November.
@amandafollett.bsky.social in @thetyee.ca
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@amandafollett.bsky.social in @thetyee.ca
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Love you forever, sis.
Love you forever, sis.
December 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
This was the article that finally pushed me to join @thetyee.ca Builders. Independent media outlets need community support.
Love you forever, sis.
Love you forever, sis.
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Every child in B.C. has the right to an education. But without adequate support for kids w/ disabilities & diverse abilities, & adequate training for educators to deliver an inclusive education, that right is at risk for all kids.
My @thetyee.ca piece today thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
My @thetyee.ca piece today thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
The Struggle to Support Kids with Disabilities in BC’s Classrooms | The Tyee
Students are forced to miss school. EAs face stress and injuries. More training and outside help may be the answer.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Every child in B.C. has the right to an education. But without adequate support for kids w/ disabilities & diverse abilities, & adequate training for educators to deliver an inclusive education, that right is at risk for all kids.
My @thetyee.ca piece today thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
My @thetyee.ca piece today thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
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As some of you may know, I left @fvcurrent.bsky.social last June — but I didn’t abandon journalism! My first freelance article for @thetyee.ca was published today, and you can check it out below.
Got Used Chopsticks? Those Could Become a New Cutting Board | The Tyee
Fast-expanding ChopValue turns millions of disposable utensils into sustainable products.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:22 PM
As some of you may know, I left @fvcurrent.bsky.social last June — but I didn’t abandon journalism! My first freelance article for @thetyee.ca was published today, and you can check it out below.
When the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors Centre was approached to help design a new Edmonton Transit Service bus wrap, the idea quickly evolved into something far more meaningful than an art project. 🚌 Chevi Rabbit writes.
How Indigenous Seniors Turned a Bus Into a Movement | The Tyee
‘Even when the bus is simply running its routes, it advocates.’
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December 23, 2025 at 4:43 PM
When the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors Centre was approached to help design a new Edmonton Transit Service bus wrap, the idea quickly evolved into something far more meaningful than an art project. 🚌 Chevi Rabbit writes.
Blending remarkable performances from its ensemble cast with Jim Jarmusch’s wry observations of everyday life, the iconic indie director’s latest serves as a timely reminder that you can choose your friends and your lovers, but you can’t choose your family.
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CONTEST: Win Limited-Edition Vinyl from Jim Jarmusch’s New Movie | The Tyee
The iconic indie filmmaker’s latest work, ‘Father Mother Sister Brother,’ is a memorable portrait of family. The soundtrack is stunning.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Blending remarkable performances from its ensemble cast with Jim Jarmusch’s wry observations of everyday life, the iconic indie director’s latest serves as a timely reminder that you can choose your friends and your lovers, but you can’t choose your family.
#TyeePresents #Sponsored
#TyeePresents #Sponsored
Stan Houston: This was the year when the U.S. president and the Alberta premier further imposed ideology over evidence-based reason, endangering the lives of citizens.
It’s as if, in setting policy in science and health, they asked themselves: What would Stalin do? #uspoli #abpoli
It’s as if, in setting policy in science and health, they asked themselves: What would Stalin do? #uspoli #abpoli
A Year of Health Science Under Siege | The Tyee
When leaders mirror Stalin by promoting false dogma, we must defend evidence-based reason. Lives depend on it.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:39 PM
“There is this incredible revisionist history,” said Amy Janzwood, a political science assistant professor at McGill University.
“It’s like, ’We bought #TMX, look how profitable it can be.’ Profitable is not the word we should be using at all.” #canpoli
“It’s like, ’We bought #TMX, look how profitable it can be.’ Profitable is not the word we should be using at all.” #canpoli
Is Trans Mountain’s Profitability an Accounting Illusion? | The Tyee
How the finances of Canada’s government-owned pipeline may look better than they are.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:38 PM
@djclimenhaga.bsky.social: We paid $2 million for this?
The report of Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel dropped Friday afternoon and, boy, is it ever a pitiful little squib! #abpoli
The report of Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel dropped Friday afternoon and, boy, is it ever a pitiful little squib! #abpoli
Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel Report Lands with a Whimper | The Tyee
Albertans paid $2 million for gruel this thin?
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December 22, 2025 at 10:34 PM
@djclimenhaga.bsky.social: We paid $2 million for this?
The report of Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel dropped Friday afternoon and, boy, is it ever a pitiful little squib! #abpoli
The report of Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel dropped Friday afternoon and, boy, is it ever a pitiful little squib! #abpoli
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In Feb. @onecityvan.bsky.social members will choose a mayoral nominee. My interview with one candidate: Amanda Burrows Wants to be a Mayor Who Speaks for Renters via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
Amanda Burrows Wants to be a Mayor Who Speaks for Renters | The Tyee
‘I have been evicted before, like so many people's stories in this city.’
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December 18, 2025 at 9:53 PM
In Feb. @onecityvan.bsky.social members will choose a mayoral nominee. My interview with one candidate: Amanda Burrows Wants to be a Mayor Who Speaks for Renters via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/News/2025/12...
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"DULF helped them stabilize."
"When you witness the horror of someone you love dying, you don't want to see that ever again."
"Having a safe alternative [to street drugs] is a solution to that."
#BritishColumbia #Canada #Drugs #Healthcare #Courts #Policing
"When you witness the horror of someone you love dying, you don't want to see that ever again."
"Having a safe alternative [to street drugs] is a solution to that."
#BritishColumbia #Canada #Drugs #Healthcare #Courts #Policing
Ex-BC Coroner Testifies about Failures to Prevent Toxic Drug Deaths
Lawyers for DULF are arguing the compassion club had to take matters into its own hands.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:40 PM
"DULF helped them stabilize."
"When you witness the horror of someone you love dying, you don't want to see that ever again."
"Having a safe alternative [to street drugs] is a solution to that."
#BritishColumbia #Canada #Drugs #Healthcare #Courts #Policing
"When you witness the horror of someone you love dying, you don't want to see that ever again."
"Having a safe alternative [to street drugs] is a solution to that."
#BritishColumbia #Canada #Drugs #Healthcare #Courts #Policing