New Beginnings: How to get your 2021 off to the right start

by Charlie Smith on January 7th, 2021 at 10:00 AM

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With COVID-19 vaccines on the way, there's a reasonable chance that this year might turn out to be a whole lot better than what we endured in 2020. Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones to COVID-19, as well as to those who lost their livelihoods or were forced to make sudden career changes against their will.

But with every new year, there's a possibility of a new beginning. Below, you can read articles from Georgia Straight staff that reflect this spirit.

Commentary

Karen Tam Wu: Three ways we can build a resilient B.C. in 2021

Jan 14

2020 showed we can adapt and work together to tackle a common challenge,

Health Features

Fitness guru Ron Zalko points out that it may be harder to lose Quarantine 15 by working out near the fridge

Jan 12

“I respect the decision of people if they want to work out at home,” Zalko emphasized in an interview. “Exercise is very important."

Health Features

Find out how soon you can get the COVID-19 vaccine in Canada

Jan 8

The new Vaccine Queue Calculator for Canada will tell you how many people are ahead of you and what month you might expect to get your shot.

Health Features

Laugh more, cry less: six tips for better mental health in 2021

Jan 7

To help you over the daunting hump that is the first few months of 2021, we’ve crafted six unique recommendations that can improve your mental health.

Savage Love Column

Savage Love: We miss our sex adventures in Europe

Jan 6

Having sex is, well, weird, when the kid is at home.

Commentary

East Van's Militant Mothers celebrate 50th anniversary of victory to keep kids safe

Jan 4

It has been 50 years since a small group of determined East Van moms from a social-housing project took on powerful interests to ensure their kids' safety.