Tag: Columnists
Dyer: An Israeli victory will be short-lived
This futile, bloody nonsense will only end when Israelis and Palestinians both accept the borders defined by the end of the 1948 war
Baranyai: Ford’s tunnel plan a way to change channel
When a public figure lands in the hot seat, expect them to schedule a funding announcement, unveil a big new plan or identify a threat
Cornies: A son digs into his father’s musical history, and a stage play ensues
During the decade following his dad’s death, Andy Sparling became “borderline-obsessed” with his father’s wartime service
Dyer: Historical fears fuel modern violence in Sri Lanka
Itâs hard to know who ruined Sri Lanka, because there are so many plausible candidates.
Baranyai: Employees face tough choices when job, beliefs conflict
Ideally, and whenever possible, people should not be forced to participate in activities deeply at odds with their conscience or religious beliefs.
Pearson: We need more from our leaders
We are having more trouble trusting, seeking the good in others, feeling we can make a difference where we live.
Cornies: Musicians’ post-bankruptcy bravery pays off for orchestra
With the opening of its 2024-25 season two weeks away, London Symphonia looks every bit like an ensemble ready to claim its place as one of the city’s cultural crown jewels. The bankruptcy of its predecessor organization, almost a decade ago, is a nearly forgotten phantom. Through hard work, sacrifice and no small amount of […]
Snaith: Will new mortgage rules help more young Canadians buy homes?
Stuart Snaith, University of Victoria In a bid to address Canadaâs housing crisis, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced new changes to mortgage rules on Sept. 16, set to take effect in December, aimed at making housing more affordable. The first major change is an increase in the price cap for insured […]
Dyer: No hope for Israeli hostages under Netanyahu
Netanyahu is Israelâs curse, but he and his strategy are safe at least until the U.S. election in November, and a lot longer if Trump wins then.
Baranyai: Public good questionable when farmland expropriated for industry
Expropriation is a drastic measure.