Canadian legislators lagging on public health
A Canada-wide ban on partially hydrogenated oils, the main source of industry-produced trans fats, went into effect Sept. 7. The ban is long overdue, having…
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Hucksters and scalpers control live entertainment
By double-dipping and fostering inflated resale prices, Ticketmaster is acting against the interests of consumers. Last week, the Toronto Star published an article detailing the…
For truth in advertising
Politicians often lie when they speak. It is far rarer for a blatant lie to be fully displayed on a banner before the politician even…
Hydro, capitalism and tragedy
Capitalism and Canada’s historic treatment of Indigenous peoples help explain the atrocities committed against them by Manitoba Hydro
Afraid to say I am a fan
Toxic fandom is having real-life implications and fans need to fix it
Overhauls required in response to sexual assault
Privacy rights are founded in liberal dicta, but operate to privilege the purveyors of sexual assault. Institutional change must be used as harsh corrective to achieve justice.
Big media serves self interest over public duty
Postmedia Network’s handling of recent labour dispute highlights the fundamental problem with media concentration.
An editor, walking into the sunset
Former sports editor Ryan Stelter reflects on his time with the Manitoban and underscores its value.
Refrain from smashing worker privacy law because of Kirby
Do not let Steve Kirby’s alleged crimes be a Trojan horse that kneecaps worker rights and privacy. In February of 2017, six female U of…
Convenience marketed at expense of independent contractors and customer experience
As technology strengthens its hold on our realities, employers’ adherence to the tradition of hiring legally-defined “employees” is outflanked by the opportunity for enhanced profits…