The national and local Conservatives have reportedly been at odds at times over candidate selection. But what is unique with this #CdnElxn2025 is the number of candidates who were seemingly chosen in spite, or because, of their proximity to controversy or extreme views. Christopher Holcroft writes. Christopher is a writer and principal of Empower Consulting. Published March 31, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Analysis/2025/03/31/Extremist-Candidates-Welcomed-Poilievre-Team/

The Canadian flag has become a common sight, displayed as a show of Canadian patriotism in the face of Trump’s tariffs and annexation threats. But just a few years ago, it would’ve signalled something very different. Christopher Cheung reports the flag’s whiplash of meanings. Christopher reports on urban issues with The Tyee. Published March 31, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/03/31/Whiplash-Feelings-Maple-Leaf/

Recalling the shifting surrealism of filmmaker David Lynch, the paired works of “Diptych (The missing door and The lost room)” bring together a collection of odd and archetypal individuals and subjects them to a corkscrew journey of extraordinary proportions. By DanceHouse. This article is part of a Tyee Presents initiative. Tyee Presents is the special sponsored content section within The Tyee where we highlight contests, events and other initiatives that are either put on by us or by our select partners. Published March 31, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Presents/2025/03/31/Contest-DanceHouse-Diptych-Peeping-Tom/

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim and his tech-bro image — T-shirts, headset mics and an exercise bike at work — makes his current crypto cheerleading on-brand. It’s symbolic for now, but could Sim’s ABC majority really make a “bitcoin-friendly city”? Jim Stanford writes. Jim is economist and director of the Centre for Future Work in Vancouver. Published March 31, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Analysis/2025/03/31/Ken-Sim-Bitcoin-Boosterism-Ballot/

To be blunt, it’s not very fun living through history. But documentaries are useful for context and even a grim comfort. Dorothy Woodend, Tyee culture editor, writes. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/03/28/Documentaries-Make-Sense-World/

The B.C. government is backing off on the part of a tariff response bill that critics said would give cabinet too much power to act without scrutiny from the legislature. Andrew MacLeod reports. Andrew is The Tyee's legislative bureau chief. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/03/28/Eby-Curbs-Cabinet-Power-Tariff-Response-Bill/

“For two millennials with not enough space to sustain a garden, our desire for creativity and need to save money led us to Too Good To Go.” Mel Woods writes. Mel is an award-winning Vancouver-based writer, editor and content creator. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/03/28/Groceries-Gameified/

“After a time, it was easy to assume my journey reflected a shift in male culture. Then came Trump and the misogynist backlash he represents.” Tom Sandborn writes. Tom is a Vancouver-based journalist, poet and activist. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/03/28/Male-Bonding-Menace/

We’re excited to announce that we’re creating and recruiting for a brand new and key leadership role at The Tyee: Director of Operations. Details here! Jeanette Ageson, publisher of The Tyee, writes. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Jobs/2025/03/28/Tyee-Hiring-Director-Operations/

Yes, some people have set Teslas ablaze. But the “Tesla Takedown” movement is proof the anger burns in more than the violent fringes. Urging folks to sell their Tesla cars and stock and join picket lines, organizers have named Saturday a “global day of action.” Andrew Nikiforuk, Tyee contributing editor, writes. Published March 28, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Analysis/2025/03/28/Rage-Against-Tesla-Driving/