Unpacking the Housing Crisis in St. John’s
Here's a rundown on how St. John's (and Canada) found itself in a growing housing crisis—and how we can get out.
Analysis
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Why We Do Not Need Bay du Nord, More than Ever
Long term projects, like Bay du Nord, represent a bad investment for the economy in a world shifting away from fossil fuels.
The NL Coat of Arms Remains a Relic of Colonialism
The Newfoundland and Labrador Coat of Arms is a relic of colonialism, and removing the word “savages” won’t change that.
MuniPoli 101: Home, Sweet Affordable Home
St. John's will never thrive if people can't afford to live here. Real progress on affordable housing requires a city council with courage.
Liberals, NDP Debate Oil, Food, and Work in Long Range Mountains
Liberal Gudie Hutchings and NDP Kaila Mintz debated oil and gas, agriculture, and workers' rights in Long Range Mountains last week.
MuniPoli 101: A Well Developed City
Development planning is indispensable for good city governance—as is consistently following clear rules, and engaging the people affected.
MuniPoli 101: Whose Jurisdiction is it, Anyway?
There are limits to what the City can accomplish when the Province won't give it the power (or resources) it needs to properly govern itself.
MuniPoli 101: Let’s Talk About Tax, Baby
St. John's is facing a budget shortfall and the City can't run deficits. If aspiring councillors don't want to raise taxes, they must specify which services they'll cut.
Green Transition or Greene Transition? Climate Policy in NL
For all the talk about a future transition to green energy and our ‘clean’ economy, Newfoundland and Labrador avoids tackling climate change.
Budget 2021: Good News, Bad News, & Confusion About NL’s Future
This budget got better because the economy got better, and Moya Greene was overly pessimistic about the province’s situation.
Why We Do Not Need Bay du Nord, More than Ever
Long term projects, like Bay du Nord, represent a bad investment for the economy in a world shifting away from fossil fuels.
The NL Coat of Arms Remains a Relic of Colonialism
The Newfoundland and Labrador Coat of Arms is a relic of colonialism, and removing the word “savages” won’t change that.
MuniPoli 101: Home, Sweet Affordable Home
St. John's will never thrive if people can't afford to live here. Real progress on affordable housing requires a city council with courage.
Liberals, NDP Debate Oil, Food, and Work in Long Range Mountains
Liberal Gudie Hutchings and NDP Kaila Mintz debated oil and gas, agriculture, and workers' rights in Long Range Mountains last week.
MuniPoli 101: A Well Developed City
Development planning is indispensable for good city governance—as is consistently following clear rules, and engaging the people affected.
MuniPoli 101: Whose Jurisdiction is it, Anyway?
There are limits to what the City can accomplish when the Province won't give it the power (or resources) it needs to properly govern itself.
MuniPoli 101: Let’s Talk About Tax, Baby
St. John's is facing a budget shortfall and the City can't run deficits. If aspiring councillors don't want to raise taxes, they must specify which services they'll cut.
Green Transition or Greene Transition? Climate Policy in NL
For all the talk about a future transition to green energy and our ‘clean’ economy, Newfoundland and Labrador avoids tackling climate change.
Budget 2021: Good News, Bad News, & Confusion About NL’s Future
This budget got better because the economy got better, and Moya Greene was overly pessimistic about the province’s situation.