Megan Gibson
Consuls and carols
Diplomacy requires proficient hosting, especially during Christmas. We visit the festive residences of the Czech, Danish and Italian ambassadors to discover the importance of time-old traditions and a talented, patriotic chef.
✕5 Essays
What does it mean to be Canadian? Is it about accepting refugees, global leadership or an imagined idyll? Five native writers shed some light on this ever-evolving and perennially popular country.
Distant concerns
In Canada’s far-flung communities the established media can seem distant, out of touch and even irrelevant. We take a look at some of the independent media outlets covering the country’s more isolated corners.
Living colour
The city formerly known as ‘Deadmonton’ has been reanimated – and its vital signs are good. With an entrepreneurial spirit that’s as strong as any, it seems the Big E is coming alive.
Urbanism
Eighty per cent of Canadians live in cities but increased investment for small towns is on the way.
Food
We check out a Haitian hostelry in Montréal and sample Argentinian food in Toronto. Plus: a visit to a surfing community that’s become a culinary hotspot. Join us on Canada’s food frontiers.
Municipal concerns
Forget the stereotype of the ceremonial mayor. Monocle stalks the corridors of city halls around the world to assess the most powerful and persuasive urban leaders, evaluating their successes, failures and ongoing challenges.
Speaking truth to power
Throwing light on the key issues surrounding the forthcoming US election is what keeps these particular think-tanks busy. Meet the people whose remit is to separate fact from fiction.
