Light in the darkness

The beauty and simplicity of the rural life shines forth with a special glow at Christmas
The beauty and simplicity of the rural life shines forth with a special glow at Christmas
Is corporate concentration a central part of the province’s long-term strategy for the fishery? How does that benefit Newfoundlanders and
There was something weird spotted in the sky above Main Brook on Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula in January 2020.
“We just started last week. I feel like this is the beginning of something.”
A little bit of foolishness goes a long way.
Here, people can’t afford to lose jobs. In the instance that someone does because of racist rhetoric, our failure to
Ed Riche is an award-winning playwright, screenwriter, novelist, and more. However, he’s perhaps best known for his humour, and especially
As our personal budgets get tighter, a new model of sharing is emerging in Newfoundland and Labrador that can help
How a class trip to British Columbia spawned a greater understanding of the uniqueness of Inuit culture.
Several of the province’s arts organizations are in a bind after ArtsNL—the body which adjudicates grants and disburses provincial arts
On a bitterly cold Saturday, with ice crystals in the air and a light scattering of snow underfoot, five or
Last night, a crowded Saskatchewan courtroom heard the verdict of the 12-person jury in the trial of 56-year-old Gerald Stanley,
Mining brings challenges but also immense opportunities to the North
It is depressingly ironic that, while many other countries are steadily switching from fossil fuels to clean and renewable sources
I have a confession—I am moderately addicted to reading negative stories about President Trump. I think it’s because I loathe
Feedback from readers of my earlier essay “Who benefits from government policies?” was mostly positive, but a few thought I
The laborious nature of childbirth in the far North
All Townie MHAs receive rural reeducation as the Baymen seize power in Newfoundland & Labrador. Meanwhile, a meal of Chow
Despite years of promises, why are Newfoundlanders and Labradorians still among the last Canadians without it?
Nowadays, being from Newfoundland is like being some sort of exotic bird.
Reflections on the meaning, and possibilities, of change in the North
Nalcor's use of court injunctions and the government's approval of RCMP deployment to quell resistance to Muskrat Falls are common
"In this day and age, silence is being used to the advantage of those who wish to quell any resistance
Water levels in the Muskrat Falls reservoir have dropped 60 centimetres since a June 21 commitment from Nalcor that the
Sports take on a special importance in the North
Nowadays, being from Newfoundland is like being some sort of exotic bird.
The beauty and simplicity of the rural life shines forth with a special glow at Christmas
What does it mean to be Canadian when you're living abroad?
A unique project aims to reduce conflict between two of the world’s top predators: human and polar bear
Earlier this year, “A Home for Nature” was released for public comment. Feedback for phase one of the plan is
"We do not need this plastic in our environment," says environment minister after Liberal Party joins a growing call to
Environment Minister’s mandate letter is a hopeful sign.
Experiencing search and rescue first-hand in the North…
Cecil the lion, trophy hunting, and humanity’s desire to dominate.
Memorial’s strategic investments in Arctic oil pose environmental risks in the region and to the planet
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador didn’t get the memo about climate change
From turtles to stray dogs, Northern life with pets poses unique challenges…and rewarding memories
Love is not just a human characteristic; all animals are capable of it. Here are a few examples from our
Cecil the lion, trophy hunting, and humanity’s desire to dominate.
Memorial’s strategic investments in Arctic oil pose environmental risks in the region and to the planet
From Yonge Street to Hudson Bay…
Supporting a fiscally irresponsible P3 “solution” for wastewater defers true costs and make immediate budgets look more 'responsible.' Is that
The findings and recommendations of the MMIWG Report may be dismissed, but its charge of genocide cannot be ignored.
This past weekend, St. John’s was graced by the first federal political rally of our long pre-election season. People’s Party
The spread of technology means Northern life is no longer so remote. But technology can be a double-edged sword…
When Loretta Ross was a young girl growing up in Manitoba, her school had a career day. The place was
On Friday, a group of protesters gathered at the Public Utilities Building in St. John’s, as they have for the
Several of the province’s arts organizations are in a bind after ArtsNL—the body which adjudicates grants and disburses provincial arts
Iqaluit is a beautiful city, but just one part of a very diverse North
Nowadays, being from Newfoundland is like being some sort of exotic bird.
The beauty and simplicity of the rural life shines forth with a special glow at Christmas
Returning home sparks reflections on the complex lifestyles many of us pursue in this province, and questions about why we
Reflections on the changing seasons in the North
Nalcor's use of court injunctions and the government's approval of RCMP deployment to quell resistance to Muskrat Falls are common
"In this day and age, silence is being used to the advantage of those who wish to quell any resistance
Water levels in the Muskrat Falls reservoir have dropped 60 centimetres since a June 21 commitment from Nalcor that the
Note: 61st Parallel will be published every four weeks, instead of bi-weekly, to make room for Charlene Paterson’s new column “Remote Control”
Despite the fanfare for their service, food retail employees themselves are not convinced they're 'recognized' in ways that actually improve
The supply chain is not a series of equal links dependent on the ‘weakest link’ to operate. Rather, the middle
Newfoundland and Labrador has the highest rate of food insecurity in Canada. It also has the second lowest minimum wage.
A Newfoundlander living in Nunavut describes the joy of returning home for the summer…and the difficulty of leaving again
Is corporate concentration a central part of the province’s long-term strategy for the fishery? How does that benefit Newfoundlanders and
There was something weird spotted in the sky above Main Brook on Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula in January 2020.
“We just started last week. I feel like this is the beginning of something.”
The internet plays a special role in daily life in the North
Supporting a fiscally irresponsible P3 “solution” for wastewater defers true costs and make immediate budgets look more 'responsible.' Is that
The findings and recommendations of the MMIWG Report may be dismissed, but its charge of genocide cannot be ignored.
This past weekend, St. John’s was graced by the first federal political rally of our long pre-election season. People’s Party
Keith explores one of the North’s annual traditions
Memorial’s strategic investments in Arctic oil pose environmental risks in the region and to the planet
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador didn’t get the memo about climate change
Nowadays, being from Newfoundland is like being some sort of exotic bird.
For some, the solitude, isolation and distance of the north is a primary reason to visit…
"I’ve seen many blue and red governments come and go, taking turns at the reins, going around in the same
Memorial’s strategic investments in Arctic oil pose environmental risks in the region and to the planet
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador didn’t get the memo about climate change
For those who move there, raising children in the North is a learning experience for everyone
Is corporate concentration a central part of the province’s long-term strategy for the fishery? How does that benefit Newfoundlanders and
There was something weird spotted in the sky above Main Brook on Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula in January 2020.
“We just started last week. I feel like this is the beginning of something.”