The Discourse wins GOLD at the Canadian Online Publishing Awards
The Discourse's in-depth reporting on the overdose crisis recognized by judges at the Canadian Online Publishing Awards.
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What are Cowichan Valley candidates saying about health care?
Cowichan candidates answer reader questions about health care in the lead-up to B.C. election.
What are Cowichan Valley candidates saying about homelessness and social supports?
Cowichan candidates answer reader questions about homelessness and social supports in the lead-up to B.C. election.
What are Cowichan Valley candidates saying about the environment?
Cowichan candidates answer reader questions about the environment in the lead-up to B.C. election.
Who will protect low-income seniors from dying in extreme heat?
This public-interest lawyer has ‘very little confidence’ in the government’s response, and is calling for tenant-led solutions.
Q&A: Island Corridor Foundation’s big pitch to revive Vancouver Island passenger rail
Island Corridor Foundation CEO Larry Stevenson explains why it’s time for First Nation, provincial and federal governments to come to a resolution regarding the land that was stolen to build the railway corridor.
To tackle anti-Indigenous racism in healthcare, this community group connects healthcare providers with Indigenous mentors
“We are relationship building,” says Culturally Committed mentor Daniel R. Elliott. “That's some of that groundwork that really needs to happen.”
Q&A: Justice for survivors of Nanaimo ‘Indian Hospital’ depends in part on political will, says class-action lawyer
Lawyer Steven Cooper explains where the class action lawsuit stands and what’s needed to restore justice.
Election 2021: A guide for Nanaimo-Ladysmith voters
Here’s a brief summary of the candidates, party platforms and top issues Nanaimo voters told us they care about.