Big media serves self interest over public duty
Postmedia Network’s handling of recent labour dispute highlights the fundamental problem with media concentration.
Evan Tremblay
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…
Doug Ford, beer and working-class politics
Premier Doug Ford’s spectacular victory in Ontario’s provincial election has ushered in a new era of Progressive Conservative politics. While Ford’s win is in part…
Inaction on Churchill rail a dereliction of responsibility
For more than a year Churchill has been cut off from the rest of the country. The only land link between Churchill and the rest…
City subsidizing Jets’ profits a fruitless venture
Winnipeggers love hockey and were thrilled when the Jets made the playoffs. Unfortunately, during the weeks and months that Winnipeg remained a contender, it was…
Toban Talkback isn’t worth it
UMSU’s actions and the U of M’s arts degrees do not resemble anything close to vulnerable characteristics under the Manitoba Human Rights Code, nor should they.
Toban Talkback needs to be held accountable
For creating a video that devalued not only different careers but also marginalized voices, a better apology is needed.
If smokers are singled out, why not greenhouse gas emitters?
The effects of climate change are just as well known as the effects of secondhand smoke. The former should be addressed by city council in exactly the same manner as smoking.