Pipeline proposed for Kitimat, B.C. would ferry bitumen to Asia by Will Braun Many Indigenous communities are opposed to Enbridge's Northern Gateway pipeline, including the Haisla who are at ground zero, the western terminus
Bank shuts down in Winnipeg community; innovation ensues by Susan Peters When most of the bank branches in a high-needs neighbourhood closed down, citizens fought back
Butterflies begin a magical migration from Mexico, heading for Canada by Anne Bokma The annual flight of butterflies from remote Mexican mountaintops is one of Creation’s most awe-inspiring mysteries -- and it carries lessons
Author Kathleen Norris on the rich mystical tradition of Christianity by Alicia von Stamwitz Many people don't know of the desert fathers and mothers, but they're much more accessible than contemporary theologians, she says
Developing countries see big benefits from seven simple innovations by Karen Stiller Cheap, easy and reliable, these inventions tend to spark yet more fresh ideas in the people who use them, amplifying the original
Tom Harpur on his path of faith from childhood to age 82 by Ken Gallinger The former Anglican priest and author of 'Born Again' moved away from the church and into journalism, which he says eventually "gave
Elders play a vital role in our society, holding memory and wisdom by Donna Sinclair Suddenly, you notice that younger people in your community are looking to you for insight and guidance. Surprise, you're an elder!
Justice organization, Kairos, is retooling after steep budget cuts by Mike Milne The ecumenical social justice campaigning group has had to cut programs and refocus even as it's being asked to do more with
Marie Wilson, of Truth and Reconciliation Commission, on hope and strength by Mike Milne The story of residential schools is part of the story of Canada, and we can learn from those parts of our story
Alberta oil sands spark this generation’s most acute moral dilemmas by Larry Krotz When it comes to debating the oil sands, there's no middle ground, just fervent supporters and equally fervent detractors