• In a photo illustration, a person holds out a water can sprouting leaves. Text against a purple background reads 2024 Environment 2024: The Year in Environment - Conversations that tackle the state of the planet, from local challenges to global crises by Various Contributors

  • In a photo illustration, a man with a computer monitor for a head carries a CPU. Text against a blue background reads 2024 Technology 2024: The Year in Technology - Conversations about social media, artificial intelligence, and the ways our screens are shaping our identities by Various Contributors
  • In a photo illustration, a businessman swinging a briefcase walks on the edge of an arrow pointing upward. Text over a green background reads 2024 Business 2024: The Year in Business - We’ve expanded our consumer reporting, diving deeper into the world of work, real estate, and shifting industries by Various Contributors

  • In a photo illustration, a man in a suit raises a finger from behind a podium. Text against a red background reads 2024 Politics 2024: The Year in Politics - From elections to diplomatic tensions, the stories that help make sense of what comes next by Various Contributors

“AFNA”“AFNA” 2025”

Do you know a teen who dreams of being a writer?

The 2025 Amazon Canada First Novel Award is now accepting submissions for the Youth Short Story category. The winning story will receive $5,000. The deadline to submit is February 9, 2025.


Events

Podcasts

Stephen Maher is a columnist, investigative reporter, and author. His most recent book is The Prince: The Turbulent Reign of Justin Trudeau, published in May by Simon & Schuster Canada. In this episode, Stephen and Nathan talk about the very recent and ongoing chaos surrounding Trudeau and his government, the particular stresses of researching and writing a biography of an acting political figure whose fortunes could change at any moment, and the book he is currently working on about another Canadian icon with a very tarnished brand: the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.


In 1924, the Canadian Copyright Act set the stage for protecting creativity. A century later, can it keep pace with innovations like AI? This episode explores its history, evolution, and modern challenges, with author Heather O’Neill on AI’s impact on art, and copyright expert Myra Tawfik on what’s ahead for creators.

Building and maintaining sexual and body confidence as we age is essential for living healthier, happier lives. The intensity of the changes brought on by menopausal symptoms can make this especially challenging, but reconnecting to pleasure offers one path to empowerment. Luna Matatas is a sex and pleasure educator. This special episode of The Conversation Piece features content from her presentation at The Walrus Talks Menopause, supported by Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health.




Politics
  • In a photo illustration, a man in a suit raises a finger from behind a podium. Text against a red background reads 2024 Politics 2024: The Year in Politics - From elections to diplomatic tensions, the stories that help make sense of what comes next by Various Contributors
Arts
  • In a photo illustration, hands adjust a vintage camera. Text against a pink background reads 2024 Arts & Culture 2024: The Year in Arts & Culture - Thoughtful essays and fascinating deep dives into everything from art forgeries to Joni Mitchell’s best work by Various Contributors
Environment
  • In a photo illustration, a person holds out a water can sprouting leaves. Text against a purple background reads 2024 Environment 2024: The Year in Environment - Conversations that tackle the state of the planet, from local challenges to global crises by Various Contributors

Health
  • In a photo illustration, a hand holds out oversized pills and capsules. Text against a teal background reads 2024 Health 2024: The Year in Health - From doctor burnout to the wellness boom, a checkup on how we’re treating our bodies and minds by Various Contributors
Poetry
  • A black-and-white photo of Mary Dalton against as squiggly blue background. The Shop Bell - string snapped, a flourish, / hand faster than eye by Mary Dalton
Fiction
  • An illustration of an apartment with green cupboards and brown counters. A mouse looks over the edge of a sink. Extermination - Even if you don’t see them or hear them, there are always others—somewhere in your home by Sue Murtagh