“the Pulse” @ Vancouver Co-Op Radio, CRFO 100.5 FM, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Vancouver Police Department has warned of public safety consequences of City Council refusing their requests to boost budget by millions. Instead, last week councillors froze police spending at last year’s levels.
Continue reading Freezing Vancouver Police Budget not enoughthe Discourse, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
COVID-19 closures have been hard for everyone, but what has it been like for kids who are missing out on their social groups, sports activities and freedom? And how are families meeting the need for connection and physical activity in this time?
Continue reading COVID social groups, sports activities and freedom“the Pulse” @ Vancouver Co-Op Radio, CRFO 100.5 FM, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Downtown Eastside has for decades been a site not only of poverty and struggle, but also “resilience” and successful community organizing, says Libby Davies. And the former Member of Parliament hopes the community can remember to celebrate and honour the successes and victories over the years as the struggle continues.
Continue reading Downtown Eastside: 40 years of organizing, activism & resiliencethe Discourse, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
How are coastal families dealing with the ongoing pandemic? | Part One
Living in a remote coastal community accessible only by boat or air has its unique challenges, but pandemic-related restrictions have intensified barriers, forcing these families to get creative and lean on each other more than ever.
Continue reading Heiltsuk Families come closer together during COVID timesthe Discourse, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Two K’omoks mothers contemplate how to celebrate their babies’ tenth moon Hiługwila ceremony during COVID-19.
Continue reading Two K’omoks mothers contemplate their babies’ tenth moon Hiługwila ceremony – during COVID-19
