Rachel Browne
This Crisis Team Has Handled Mental Health Calls Without Cops for 30 Years
The Gerstein Crisis Centre in Toronto, with its non-violent de-escalation approach, shows a way forward in defunding the police.
Saving Lives Is Dangerous in the Philippines' Bloody Drug War
As thousands have been killed in President Duterte's drug war, some government officials are learning to treat people who use drugs with empathy.
Weed Drinks Are Set to Dominate the Cannabis Market in Canada
From cannabis beer to margarita-flavored THC tonics, weed companies are betting big on beverages.
Toronto Woman Charged With Attempted Murder After Reportedly Stabbing Man’s Genitals
The victim remains in serious condition.
Toronto Parking Cop Allegedly Under Investigation for Racist Twitter Account
The account reportedly spewed racist comments using the hashtag #BlueLivesMatter.
Publicist for Toronto’s Legal Weed Shop Posed as Its First Customer in TV Interview
She said it was “the most beautiful store I’ve ever seen” in the interview.
Sorry, BC and Ontario, Alberta Is Canada’s New Weed Capital
How Canada’s petrol province became the best place to score legal cannabis.
Justin Trudeau Removes Jody Wilson-Raybould and Jane Philpott From Liberal Caucus
The two former star members of Trudeau’s cabinet condemned the decision Tuesday evening.
Advocates Warn That Ontario’s Cuts to Overdose Prevention Sites Will Lead to More Deaths
Doug Ford’s government announced on Friday it was scaling back funding for overdose prevention services as opioid deaths continue to skyrocket.
Quebec Is Yet Again Trying To Ban Religious Symbols Worn by Public Workers
It’s the fourth time the province has tried to ban religious symbols, including hijabs, worn by government employees.
I Quit My Job Because Craft Beer Is Awesome
Why one woman left a desk job in communications and started a beer company with her sister.
Justin Trudeau Facing Outcry Over Sarcastic Response to Grassy Narrows Protesters
It’s the latest in a string of controversies faced by Trudeau.