The debate around hydraulic fracturing – fracking – is nothing new. I remember when studying Urban Design and Planning decades ago, it was already a contentious issue. Back then, debates felt different. There was a shared expectation...
Surveillance pricing is having a moment in the spotlight, thanks in part to a recent push by Canada’s New Democratic Party to curb the practice. At its core, the concept is simple but unsettling: companies use personal...
It was completely heartbreaking to witness the devastation caused by the fire in downtown New Glasgow last week. For many, it was a shocking and deeply emotional event – one that is difficult to fully comprehend unless...
I had every intention of writing something light this week. Between April Fool’s Day and Easter, it felt like a good moment to step back from the weight of the world and offer something a little easier...
Happy April Fool’s Day!
April 1st has always carried a little extra weight in our house. Not only is it a day dedicated to mischief and laughter, it also happens to be my sister’s...
Last week, I celebrated a birthday.
If you’re reading this, chances are you already know that – because somehow, our team managed to sneak birthday wishes and even my photo into the paper. To...
In a week like this one, deciding what to write can be a bit overwhelming.
There was certainly no shortage of topics. In fact, there may have been too many.
Provincial...
Every time I hear the word “modernize,” I brace myself for what is about to disappear.
On paper, modernization sounds harmless – even hopeful. It suggests innovation, efficiency, progress. But in rural Nova Scotia,...
Last week, I wrote about the importance of showing love – not only to our partners, but also to our families, friends and communities. In the days since, Canadians have embodied those words in the wake of...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’ll admit something that often surprises people: I’ve always appreciated the holiday. This confession tends to raise eyebrows, particularly given that I have spent much of my adult life...