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Published: March 22, 2023
Naomi Klein on the future of climate justice
Climate activist Naomi Klein shares insights on tackling climate injustice in BC, Canada and beyond
Online activism isn’t just slacktivism
How social media advocacy can lead to positive, real-life change
From women’s rights to climate action: How ordinary people can help change the world
Supporting change in your own sphere of influence is just one way to make a difference.
Surprise, you’re married! What BC couples need to know about common-law spouse entitlements
The length of time partners must live together to be considered “common law” may surprise you—and it’s different in BC and federal law.
What is the difference between the gig economy and the platform economy?
Gig work is much broader than Uber drivers and food-delivery workers
Working in the gig economy? What you don’t know might hurt you
Gig workers must balance the risks and benefits as employment law starts to catch up
Drug overdoses in public bathrooms are common: here’s how we could prevent harm
Communities can save lives by incorporating safe bathroom practices and raising awareness about overdose
How to prepare for the flu season in BC
What to expect and where to get your influenza vaccine, along with answers to some common questions
What’s the big deal? Here’s why microaggressions matter
Microaggressions reinforce power structures and actually harm our health
What are Indian day schools? 3 things you might not know
Like residential schools in Canada, Indian days schools were created to assimilate Indigenous children and eradicate their culture
Bringing Indigenous ways of knowing into mental health supports
UBC researchers are listening to the experiences of diverse youth to help them develop coping strategies for cyberbullying
5 things you can do to help BC’s marine ecosystems
From reducing your plastic use to choosing sustainable seafood, every action counts
How climate storytelling helps people navigate complexity and find solutions
Despite learning that climate change is hitting the planet faster than scientists predicted, society has been slow to decrease the use of fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate storytelling can help us navigate the complexity and find solutions.
How much privacy is there in the age of AI and the metaverse?
Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing consumer behaviour, putting privacy at risk
How drug decriminalization in BC could help save lives
This Q&A with a UBC addictions expert answers some key questions about the decriminalization of illegal drugs in BC
Building community resilience to wildfires in BC
Why we need to address the inequities that communities face in dealing with wildfires
Wrongfully convicted? New trial ordered for 1995 Gerald Klassen murder case
Director of the UBC Innocence Project explains what this means for Klassen and how his case highlights problems with the legal system
As publishing becomes more varied and diverse, challenges remain for writers of colour
Silvia Moreno-Garcia interviews author Nalo Hopkinson on finding allies and empowering diverse voices
Conversations about consent need to start early, and parents need to get comfortable with it
Teaching children about boundaries can help shift our culture around interpersonal trauma
How controlling land prices could help solve the housing crisis
A new way of valuing housing density could lead to truly affordable housing
The doctor won’t see you now: Why access to care is in critical condition
More support for doctors will increase access to timely health care for Canadians
Getting to the HART of affordable housing
A new tool co-developed by UBC experts helps to estimate how much affordable housing a city needs
How to make yourself a hard target for communicable diseases
Practices that help slow the spread of COVID-19 can also reduce your risk of the flu, colds and other illnesses
Flu season is coming and it could be ugly: What you need to know
UBC’s Dr. Michael Curry weighs in on how to reduce your risk of getting sick
Recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose
Knowing what to look for and how to use a take-home naloxone kit can save a life, says the Executive Director of the BC Centre on Substance Use
Why addressing stigma around substance use matters
UBC experts say we need to normalize the conversation, as we’ve done with other health conditions
Kids too young for a COVID-19 vaccine? How to keep them safe
UBC Faculty of Medicine’s Dr. Ran Goldman offers tips for parents to protect children who are not yet immunized against COVID-19 in Canada
How to climate-proof your neighbourhood, one step at a time
The Citizen’s Coolkit offers ideas for action to help cool your neighbourhood
Life after COVID-19 vaccination
Vaccine researcher Anna Blakney answers questions about travel and transmission after vaccination
8 tips to communicate better while wearing a face mask
Strategies such as exaggerating eye expressions can help us better understand one another
To understand BC’s Black history, connect past and present in Canada
BC’s Black community is unique amid the Black population in Canada and Canadians have a collective knowledge gap about its history
Weighing the pandemic’s psychological toll
Worldwide survey seeks input on everyone’s mental health
Young adults, unfairly blamed for COVID-19 spread, now face stress and uncertain futures
Stigma leads to social, health and economic distress
Making the most of neglected urban spaces
You might be surprised at how people could transform pockets of city land
How older adults can embrace new routines
Physical distancing has disrupted the lives of many active seniors; here’s how to adapt
Neighbourhood watch: How to help active seniors combat isolation
Community members and organizations can help older adults connect online during the COVID-19 pandemic
