Big Budget Surplus Came at Citizens’ Expense, Says James


Provincial public accounts show $2.7B surplus; NDP promises new priorities in Sept. 11 update.

Why It’s a Mistake to Celebrate the Crackdown on Hate Websites


Without oversight, the policing poses risks to basic rights and freedoms.

How the House of Saud Inflicted 500,000 Cholera Cases — As Policy


And given Canada’s apparent role selling armoured vehicles to the Saudis, we’re complicit.

Only Fiction Can Help Us Understand ‘2Q17’


Two novels that can help you live in a world gone mad — and restore some sanity.

Welcome to Nijmegen, the City that ‘Tamed’ Cars


All ages walk and bike as they please. A bonus: the city is flat!