“I see nothing ahead for any of us”

“The Liberal Government’s budget will not see us merely ‘falling through the cracks’ — it will be the hand that pushes us through the cracks.”
“The Liberal Government’s budget will not see us merely ‘falling through the cracks’ — it will be the hand that pushes us through the cracks.”
Lake Melville is being watched closely by all three major political parties, who see potential opportunity against independent incumbent Perry
Voters do not have the ability to give properly informed consent so far in the 2021 election. That's a major
Find out where candidates stand on issues including the province’s changing demographics, paths forward for its troubled economy, climate change,
When cops come for your backyard chickens, it’s time to rise up and speak out about the importance of sustainable, respectful food-producing practices.
It is depressingly ironic that, while many other countries are steadily switching from fossil fuels to clean and renewable sources
Feedback from readers of my earlier essay “Who benefits from government policies?” was mostly positive, but a few thought I
“When it can be said in any country in the world, “My poor are happy; neither ignorance nor stress is
Even children can appreciate the bounties of harvest.
"The Liberal Government's budget will not see us merely 'falling through the cracks' --- it will be the hand that
When cops come for your backyard chickens, it’s time to rise up and speak out about the importance of sustainable,
Self-sufficiency can seem daunting at first. Here are some tips on foraging, community gardening and guerilla gardening to get you
‘Eat local’ has become a bit of a buzzword over the past few years here in Newfoundland, yet we still import over 90 per cent of our fresh fruit and vegetables. Here’s why local food is so important.
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.
What is the Regatta, anyway?
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.
Back in the spring of 2009 there was a committee meeting. According to the meeting notes, members of the Police
Come and let me take you on a journey into nature’s grocery store. You don’t have to be in the woods to forage for artisanal produce. It’s abundant here in the city of St. John’s!
Back in the spring of 2009 there was a committee meeting. According to the meeting notes, members of the Police
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
Maple syrup — the first harvest of Spring. With a few simple tools and a little bit of know-how, you too can enjoy the nectar of the gods, straight from your own backyard.
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.
Japanese Knotweed has invaded Canada in a big way, Newfoundland included. One solution? Bite back.
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.
Katherine shares five important observations that newcomers to Peru should be aware of.
“But far more numerous was the herd of such Who think too little, and who talk too much.” –John Dryden.
"The Liberal Government's budget will not see us merely 'falling through the cracks' --- it will be the hand that
"I’ve seen many blue and red governments come and go, taking turns at the reins, going around in the same
It’s spring and many things are growing. So too should our knowledge of local food and foraging.
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 local group is unveiling a series of films that features Islanders eager to share traditional knowledge of food production, a basic life skill that’s fast fading into the past.
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.
Coastal cultures worldwide have made seaweed an integral part of their diet. Why haven’t we?
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.
Travel involves constant encounters with similarity and difference
Several of the province’s arts organizations are in a bind after ArtsNL—the body which adjudicates grants and disburses provincial arts
When women are fined for what they wear, there is no freedom of choice.
The Elmastukwek Mawio'mi is a grassroots effort to revive an old Mi'kmaq tradition that involves people coming together and sharing
Do you really need to throw that out?
Two months after a mistrial was declared in the Snelgrove case, a panel convened in St. John’s to demand justice
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.
The Independent’s new food issues columnist muses on the challenges – and rewards – of food in this province
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.
Despite the fanfare for their service, food retail employees themselves are not convinced they're 'recognized' in ways that actually improve
Our columnist shares some parting thoughts
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.
Despite the fanfare for their service, food retail employees themselves are not convinced they're 'recognized' in ways that actually improve
You’re working in partnership with nature, but nature is sometimes indifferent to the success of the joint venture. In fact, sometimes you’d swear nature was giving you the finger.
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.”