Tya Emberseed

Tya Emberseed is a terminally online Sarnia resident whose persuasive writing challenges the deeply held biases that keep us from growing together as a community. Their columns link local events and debates to the broader societal trends and systemic issues shaping them. Spotify shill, chronic binge-watcher, and novice tarantula keeper, Tya crawls the web, lurking through comment sections to get a pulse on what people are really thinking when masks are off.
Articles by Tya Emberseed
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees an objective standard of dignity and equality for every Canadian citizen, and efforts to create religious exemptions on hate speech—such as those debated…
When political violence is weaponized
Following the assassination of a prominent American political commentator, this column argues that the rush to weaponize tragedy is a dangerous symptom of a public discourse broken by divisive rhetoric.
No, Marilyn Gladu — refusing to platform hate isn’t a violation of free expression. It’s responsible governance.
Columnist Tya Emberseed challenges Marilyn Gladu’s claims of censorship, arguing that refusing to amplify harmful, exclusionary rhetoric is not a violation of free expression; it’s a defence of public values.
Every life has value — That includes the homeless
Sarnia made the right decision by donating land for Indwell to build supportive housing. But the backlash from some residents has been disappointing. Signs like “We’re already doing our part”…
LETTER: Reclaiming healthy tribalism
Human beings are tribal by nature, thriving in communities built on mutual care, shared responsibility, and collective purpose. This instinct for connection is deeply ingrained, yet modern society has corrupted…
LETTER: “The land is not ours to conquer”
Dear Editor, In our traditional community, we pride ourselves on values of hard work, resilience, and family. Yet, beneath the surface of these traditions lies a system of patriarchal thinking…
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Lambton Immigration Forum 2026: Global Roots, Local Impact
Wed, Oct 28 · 8:30 am
Four Points by Sheraton 1498 Venetian Blvd Point Edward, ON
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Sarnia Artists’ Workshop Awards/ Peg Kivi Solo Exhibition
Wed, Oct 28 · 11:00 am
The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts 127 Christina St. South Sarnia, ON
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