First Person

For generations, middle-class Canadians have been sold on the promise of homeownership. The promise was always flawed. Today it’s simply broken.

“I couldn’t help but feel a bit hopeless, knowing the next storm could bring the same, or worse”

“I dealt with bank statements and insurance papers, paid hydro bills and translated during doctor visits.”

The village has a general store, a café and bistro, a woodworking shop and a beauty salon

Governments try to address issues like addiction and mental illness before helping people find housing. That’s the wrong approach.

“The people here are open-minded. I’m always going to art and fashion shows and concerts.”

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT are now able to create text, speech, art and video as well as people can. We need to know who made what.

“I’m already looking forward to my next trip”