Remembering Canadian soldiers from abroad

“To the valour of their countrymen in the great war and in memory of their sixty thousand dead this monument is raised by the...

Why I’m voting for Larissa Chen for President

The byelection is a waste of money, time, and sleep for all involved. But it’s happening, which means we need an option that won’t...

Street performers deserve your respect and attention

A city isn’t merely defined by its location, or the high-rises cropping up against the sky as towering giants. Its unique identity goes beyond...

Squat while you poop

Sir John Harrington, godson to Queen Elizabeth, brought the modern commode from the drawing board to the plush rooms of Richmond Palace. It wasn't...

Pay attention to the SFSS or pay up

If you thought that election talk couldn’t get any worse, I’ve got some news for you: the SFSS is at it again, with another...

Everyone deserves HPV vaccinations free of charge

Are you a male who’s sexually active, straight, HIV negative, and not “street involved”? If you are, tough luck, because you aren’t eligible to...

Vancouver transit is underappreciated

What is with this region and its hate for transit? Yes, it takes 50 minutes to go from East Burnaby to the West End....

Vincent Van Gogh-and-paint!

Hey there, friends. I’m an artist — and you should be one, too. Now, you may be thinking, “No way, I hate making visual art....

Mulan can save China on her own

At 20 years old, I finally watched Mulan for the first time. I was instantly enamoured with this strong heroine who aimed to bring...

Privilege quizzes come from a place of privilege

Privilege is a funny thing to quantify. Those who hold it generally can’t see it, which is what makes it problematic. Privileged people are...