Journalism Longread

Transforming Transition-Related Surgeries in NL

HCS documents obtained through ATIPP show that cost savings trumped access to surgery and treatment for trans patients in NL.

July 9, 2021

# human rights

St. John’s Shows Solidarity with Palestine

People in St. John's joined others across the globe to stand in solidarity with Palestinians amidst the ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.

May 19, 2021

“We Need Peace”: NL Kashmiris Await News of Loved Ones

“It’s very important to emphasize that it seems like a political issue—and it is—but at its core, at its heart, what is resonating is humanitarianism."

August 21, 2019

After the Human Shield

"When we are tempted to group people into categories, let us fight that temptation, and get to know our friends instead. Let us challenge the…

February 6, 2017

“We should all be fighting together and standing together”: Mark Gruchy

An interview with the 2016 N.L. Human Rights Award recipient.

December 15, 2016

Justin Brake nominated for human rights award

Independent reporter to appear in court over same coverage N.L. Human Rights Commission has cited as the reason for his nomination.

December 7, 2016

Muskrat Falls a “modern day form of genocide”: lawyer

Pam Palmater, one of Canada's top lawyers, says the federal government must intervene.

October 21, 2016

You can’t fight hatred with bombs

The terrorist attacks in Paris will shape the evolution of our security and privacy environments and accelerate profound effects on the way we interact and…

December 6, 2015

Why I am still wearing a white poppy for Remembrance Day

The white poppy symbolizes grief for all victims of war, civilian as well as military, regardless of nationality. It also represents opposition to war and…

November 10, 2015

A quarter century of struggle, celebration and Pride

As unprecedented numbers marched in St. John's annual Pride parade Sunday, participants past and present reflect on LGBTQ struggles, achievements and the road ahead. (With…

July 27, 2015

Israel-Palestine: The importance of first-hand accounts

Documentary films by local people in Palestine and Israel give us the stories, images, and perspectives left out of the mainstream media

January 27, 2015

To Each Their Own

Any Mummers, nice Mummers…NOT made in China?

Newfoundland and Labrador is renowned for its talented arts and crafts scene. So why is it being increasingly outsourced to China?

January 27, 2015

Introducing Glocal Justice to province’s public schools

A junior high school teacher is hoping a pioneering teaching resource she developed while in university will be supported by the provincial Department of Education…

January 25, 2015