The life and career of Canada’s most fearless columnist
Tarek Fatah died of cancer on April 24, at the age of 73
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Celebrating the life of David Schindler
The U of A community mourns the loss of the world-renowned ecologist and environmentalist, and honours his achievements
Charley Pride knocked down country music’s racial barriers
Audiences took a while to warm up to a black country musician. He wasn’t promoted in this fashion and photos didn’t accompany his early singles
John Turner and the demise of gentlemanly politics
Politicians like the late prime minister are sources of inspiration for public service, intelligent discourse and common decency
John Turner’s poisoned chalice
Succeeding Pierre Trudeau came with own baggage. As a result, Turner, a former golden boy of the Liberals who died Saturday, never fulfilled his promise
John Turner had an unflagging faith in the people
The former prime minister considered that an article of faith, a truth that deserved defending. It reflected the essence of his dignity
Aline Chretien was fierce, beautiful and much loved
Jean Chretien, Canada’s 20th and best prime minister, would never have achieved the great things he achieved without her
Olivia de Havilland was more than an actress
She played two off-screen roles that took courage and independence. She was, to put it simply, a woman of genuine substance.
An economist who put the accent on compassion
Nallai showed us there are no differences that we can’t overcome if we show the desire and ability to approach them with an open mind
Kobe Bryant’s complicated legacy
The late basketball legend became a model husband, father, citizen and businessman. But a dark incident in Colorado can’t be forgotten
Rest in peace, Sloan Ranger
Mike Sloan accepted his fate with an eloquence and bravery that many would hope to achieve – but few will ever attain
The man who brought down Alan Eagleson
Russ Conway was an old-school journalist: principled, detail-driven and thorough to a fault. His tenacity paid huge dividends and taught great lessons
Jim Bouton’s impact reached far beyond the baseball diamond
The Ball Four author was a significant social activist, speaking out about apartheid, and exposing small-town government and media corruption
