Jen St. Denis
@jenstden.bsky.social
Vancouver, B.C. journalist covering politics and housing for TheTyee.ca
Instagram and TikTok: @jenstdenis
Email: jstdenis at thetyee dot ca
Instagram and TikTok: @jenstdenis
Email: jstdenis at thetyee dot ca
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Jen St. Denis
@jenstden.bsky.social
· Jul 11
What Really Happened to Katica? A Tyee Investigation | The Tyee
Did the police and coroner dismiss a homicide as an overdose?
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Katica Dusanic died in a man's SRO room in 2021. Police were investigating the death as suspicious. Then, the coroner showed up, and swiftly declared the death an accidental overdose - a decision that pretty much shut down the police investigation. thetyee.ca/News/2025/07...
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The CBC B.C. town hall, Extortion: Communities in Fear, is underway now in Surrey — follow along on the live page and watch the live stream:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
CBC News town hall digs into roots of extortion in B.C. | CBC
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November 14, 2025 at 2:46 AM
The CBC B.C. town hall, Extortion: Communities in Fear, is underway now in Surrey — follow along on the live page and watch the live stream:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
I'm tuning back in to the marathon "people's filibuster" as people are calling it - 600 speakers, most of them opposed to ABC's proposed budget, are continuing to speak - carried over from yesterday. #vanpoli
November 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
I'm tuning back in to the marathon "people's filibuster" as people are calling it - 600 speakers, most of them opposed to ABC's proposed budget, are continuing to speak - carried over from yesterday. #vanpoli
Here’s a photo of @seanorr.bsky.social live-skeeting yesterday. I think this was before he went blind and his thumbs seized up #vanpoli
November 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Here’s a photo of @seanorr.bsky.social live-skeeting yesterday. I think this was before he went blind and his thumbs seized up #vanpoli
A city councillor live-posted today’s “unofficial filibuster” of speakers opposed to budget cuts in Vancouver to deliver a property tax freeze for homeowners (the councillor is opposed to the proposed budget) #vanpoli
152: clear majority want a property tax increase. Our services shouldn’t degrade to cater to a small subset of the population. Already have one of the lowest tax rates in North America. This is just 16 cents per 100k in property value. So many own more than one property.
November 13, 2025 at 3:13 AM
A city councillor live-posted today’s “unofficial filibuster” of speakers opposed to budget cuts in Vancouver to deliver a property tax freeze for homeowners (the councillor is opposed to the proposed budget) #vanpoli
I'm dropping in to Vancouver city council today and can't live-skeet everything, but it's worth noting that there are currently over 600 speakers signed up to speak to the budget, which proposes finding $120 in savings to support a 0% property tax increase. #vanpoli
November 12, 2025 at 7:59 PM
I'm dropping in to Vancouver city council today and can't live-skeet everything, but it's worth noting that there are currently over 600 speakers signed up to speak to the budget, which proposes finding $120 in savings to support a 0% property tax increase. #vanpoli
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“I think Bari Weiss was paid a lot of money—not to lead a news organization, but to carry out an anti-DEI agenda.” — Trey Sherman, one of the many POC laid off by CBS News.
www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DbXEqM/
www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DbXEqM/
Six days ago, my TikTok about being laid off from CBS News went viral. Here’s an update. Subscribe on YouTube + Substack #cbsnews #layoffs
TikTok video by Trey Sherman
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November 12, 2025 at 1:08 AM
“I think Bari Weiss was paid a lot of money—not to lead a news organization, but to carry out an anti-DEI agenda.” — Trey Sherman, one of the many POC laid off by CBS News.
www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DbXEqM/
www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DbXEqM/
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The best account I've read of the ostrich debacle: www.msnbc.com/news/news-an...
Why the conspiratorial right rallied around a flock of ostriches
The anti-vaccine, anti-government crusade to save "the miracle cure birds" is over — and the fringe activists lost.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:23 PM
The best account I've read of the ostrich debacle: www.msnbc.com/news/news-an...
Changed rules will shut a trans bodybuilder out of competition, after a Canadian organization changed its rules to follow an American sports body's policy. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
Changed Rules Will Shut a Trans Bodybuilder Out of Competition | The Tyee
The Canadian association that regulates the sport will no longer allow gender-affirming hormone therapy, citing American rules.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Changed rules will shut a trans bodybuilder out of competition, after a Canadian organization changed its rules to follow an American sports body's policy. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
A really fascinating interview with @gilduran.com, and American reporter who's been tracking something he calls the Nerd Reich.
"Apocalyptic language has long been a technology for political power."
Q&A by @harrisonmooney.bsky.social thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
"Apocalyptic language has long been a technology for political power."
Q&A by @harrisonmooney.bsky.social thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
The Man Who Tracks Silicon Valley’s ‘Nerd Reich’ | The Tyee
US tech titans are building toxic politics at home and looking to export. Gil Duran has a warning for Canada. A Tyee Q&A.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
A really fascinating interview with @gilduran.com, and American reporter who's been tracking something he calls the Nerd Reich.
"Apocalyptic language has long been a technology for political power."
Q&A by @harrisonmooney.bsky.social thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
"Apocalyptic language has long been a technology for political power."
Q&A by @harrisonmooney.bsky.social thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
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6/ You can help us identify the rest. If you know about any of these individuals, please contact us directly so we can engage in a verification process.
White Nationalist Networking: Help us Identify the Organizers and Guests
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November 10, 2025 at 12:46 PM
6/ You can help us identify the rest. If you know about any of these individuals, please contact us directly so we can engage in a verification process.
“This is a rare breed, somebody who’s willing to give their entire lives, basically, to a product like this, working seven days a week, like Jan and Dan.”
New Denver's newspaper is in need of new owners - story by @tyolsen.bsky.social
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New Denver's newspaper is in need of new owners - story by @tyolsen.bsky.social
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A Tiny Town’s Successful Newspaper Faces a Succession Crisis | The Tyee
In the West Kootenays, a beloved local paper needs a new owner. Other small BC papers give reason for optimism.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:58 PM
“This is a rare breed, somebody who’s willing to give their entire lives, basically, to a product like this, working seven days a week, like Jan and Dan.”
New Denver's newspaper is in need of new owners - story by @tyolsen.bsky.social
thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
New Denver's newspaper is in need of new owners - story by @tyolsen.bsky.social
thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
@kehyslop.bsky.social took a deep dive into claims that a zero per cent tax increase proposed by Vancouver mayor Ken Sim will lead to tens of millions in cuts to parks and recreation. #vanpoli thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
Are Vancouver’s Parks Facing Tens of Millions in Cuts? | The Tyee
ABC Vancouver calls it ‘fear mongering.’ Independent park board commissioners say budget cuts are coming.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:44 PM
@kehyslop.bsky.social took a deep dive into claims that a zero per cent tax increase proposed by Vancouver mayor Ken Sim will lead to tens of millions in cuts to parks and recreation. #vanpoli thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
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"At least three attendees wore the uniform of the recently formed Second Sons Canada ... Second Sons Canada is run by Jeremy MacKenzie, the founder of Diagolon, who this year filmed himself making a Hitler salute in a video shared on Telegram"
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November 10, 2025 at 1:42 PM
"At least three attendees wore the uniform of the recently formed Second Sons Canada ... Second Sons Canada is run by Jeremy MacKenzie, the founder of Diagolon, who this year filmed himself making a Hitler salute in a video shared on Telegram"
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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"A fan of Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, Pedro decided to play along with the world’s suspense."
MAJOR UPDATE: apnews.com/article/louv...
November 9, 2025 at 8:27 PM
"A fan of Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, Pedro decided to play along with the world’s suspense."
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In our exclusive interview, MP Chris d'Entremont says Conservatives Andrew Scheer and Chris Warkentin barged into his office — nearly knocked down his assistant — and called him a snake.
He says other party caucus members were considering crossing the aisle.
Details: tinyurl.com/yxpa6e44
He says other party caucus members were considering crossing the aisle.
Details: tinyurl.com/yxpa6e44
D’Entremont says Conservative Party felt like a ‘frat house rather than a serious political party'
YouTube video by CBC News
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November 9, 2025 at 7:24 PM
In our exclusive interview, MP Chris d'Entremont says Conservatives Andrew Scheer and Chris Warkentin barged into his office — nearly knocked down his assistant — and called him a snake.
He says other party caucus members were considering crossing the aisle.
Details: tinyurl.com/yxpa6e44
He says other party caucus members were considering crossing the aisle.
Details: tinyurl.com/yxpa6e44
I was catching up on some reading on why the U.S. government shutdown is happening and realized that a similar conflict in Canada over the budget would lead to the government falling and an election being called.
USDA orders states to stop paying full SNAP benefits and "immediately undo" steps taken to issue them for November. Follow live updates.
https://cnn.it/47LOq3z
https://cnn.it/47LOq3z
November 9, 2025 at 5:24 PM
I was catching up on some reading on why the U.S. government shutdown is happening and realized that a similar conflict in Canada over the budget would lead to the government falling and an election being called.
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I’m honestly shocked that this story from @globalnews.ca has flown under the radar. Confirmation that Amit Shah, the second-most powerful man in the Indian government, was directly involved in the assassinations on Canadian soil. globalnews.ca/news/1151469...
Intercepted communications link Indian government to B.C. Sikh leader’s assassination | Globalnews.ca
British intelligence provided Canada with initial tip tying India’s government to temple leader's 2023 killing.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:25 AM
I’m honestly shocked that this story from @globalnews.ca has flown under the radar. Confirmation that Amit Shah, the second-most powerful man in the Indian government, was directly involved in the assassinations on Canadian soil. globalnews.ca/news/1151469...
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From @michellegamage.bsky.social: Eris Nyx and Jeremy Kalicum have been found guilty of drug trafficking, after they operated a compassion club in the midst of a deadly overdose crisis.
The conviction is suspended as their lawyers start a constitutional challenge. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
The conviction is suspended as their lawyers start a constitutional challenge. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
DULF Founders Guilty of Drug Trafficking | The Tyee
Eris Nyx and Jeremy Kalicum didn’t have permission to sell tested drugs despite good intentions, court finds.
thetyee.ca
November 7, 2025 at 11:08 PM
From @michellegamage.bsky.social: Eris Nyx and Jeremy Kalicum have been found guilty of drug trafficking, after they operated a compassion club in the midst of a deadly overdose crisis.
The conviction is suspended as their lawyers start a constitutional challenge. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
The conviction is suspended as their lawyers start a constitutional challenge. thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
I love this messaging. #journalism can be all sorts of things but this is the interpretation I strive for. #localnews
The Colorado Sun is your newsroom. From our reporters to our editors to our columnists, we all work hard for you.
As reporter and cofounder Jason Blevins said, “Hit us with a hot tip and we sweep the schedule and get busy.” 👇
As reporter and cofounder Jason Blevins said, “Hit us with a hot tip and we sweep the schedule and get busy.” 👇
November 8, 2025 at 7:46 PM
I love this messaging. #journalism can be all sorts of things but this is the interpretation I strive for. #localnews
A suggestion that maybe, perhaps, Davie Street will get the mid-block pedestrian crossing first promised in the 2014 West End plan
November 8, 2025 at 7:01 PM
A suggestion that maybe, perhaps, Davie Street will get the mid-block pedestrian crossing first promised in the 2014 West End plan
I’m excited to be attending this tonight!
We're so excited to be hosting @thewaroncars.bsky.social podcast hosts Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear for a conversation about their new book, Life After Cars!
6:30pm, Sat Nov 8th, Downtown Vancouver
visionzerovancouver.ca/2025/08/01/life-after-cars/
6:30pm, Sat Nov 8th, Downtown Vancouver
visionzerovancouver.ca/2025/08/01/life-after-cars/
Life After Cars
Vision Zero Vancouver proudly presents Life After Cars live in Vancouver with The War on Cars hosts Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear, and Vancouver City Councilor Lucy Maloney. Date: Saturday, Novemb…
visionzerovancouver.ca
November 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
I’m excited to be attending this tonight!
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“Our soldiers fought for the shared values of freedom and democratic rights for all. However, these soldiers returned from the war and quickly realized those freedoms and rights did not equally apply to them as they did their non-native comrades.”
#IndigenousVeteransDay
Lest We Forget
#IndigenousVeteransDay
Lest We Forget
A reflection on First Nations contributions to WW I and WW II | CBC News
Our soldiers fought for the shared values of freedom and democratic rights for all, but these soldiers returned from the war and quickly realized those freedoms and rights did not equally apply to the...
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November 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM
“Our soldiers fought for the shared values of freedom and democratic rights for all. However, these soldiers returned from the war and quickly realized those freedoms and rights did not equally apply to them as they did their non-native comrades.”
#IndigenousVeteransDay
Lest We Forget
#IndigenousVeteransDay
Lest We Forget
Breaking: the founders of DULF have been found guilty of three counts of drug trafficking. @michellegamage.bsky.social will have the full story later today thetyee.ca/News/2025/10...
Safe Drugs on Trial: DULF’s Trafficking Case Begins | The Tyee
The founders are charged with trafficking. Their lawyers argue they had a legal exemption from drug laws.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Breaking: the founders of DULF have been found guilty of three counts of drug trafficking. @michellegamage.bsky.social will have the full story later today thetyee.ca/News/2025/10...
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Sources at the city tell CTV News that cuts to positions that review development permits, bylaws and rezoning applications could impact project timelines.
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
Planning, arts and culture, staff positions: What’s being cut in Vancouver’s ‘Zero Means Zero’ budget
www.ctvnews.ca
November 7, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Sources at the city tell CTV News that cuts to positions that review development permits, bylaws and rezoning applications could impact project timelines.
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
Came home to a bunch of teenagers in my house and all they want to do is listen to records on the turntable 😂
November 7, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Came home to a bunch of teenagers in my house and all they want to do is listen to records on the turntable 😂