PinnedPhilip CallanDandong — the Chinese/North Korean Border City — a Photo EssayBackground13 min read·Apr 17, 2021----
Philip CallanWinter Passion ProjectsAs we face into the long winter months, it’s important to stay occupied doing activities you enjoy or trying something new. Starting a new…3 min read·Nov 16, 2021----
Philip CallanThe Importance of Social HealthEveryday, we are reminded of the importance of physical exercise for health. In every modern city, there are gyms, personal trainers…2 min read·Nov 1, 2021----
Philip CallanThe Smoggy Future of the WestWhile a red sun like this one witnessed yesterday in Toronto is great for that perfect Insta story, it can also be a sign that there’s…4 min read·Jul 20, 2021----
Philip CallanThe Tour de Niagara Falls Cycling ExtravaganzaIt’s 7am. Union Station, downtown Toronto. You have more supplies on your back than a Roman Legionary on his way to war. But you’re not off…5 min read·Jul 8, 2021----
Philip CallanChina’s war with Japan — Examined through the lens of Mao’s ‘On Protracted War’ and Sun Tzu’s ‘The…Analysing a Sino-Japanese battle through the lens of works by Mao Zedong and Sun Tzu7 min read·Mar 5, 2021----
Philip CallanMemo: Pollution and Food Safety and their Impact on Health Inequality in Modern ChinaChina’s rapid economic growth has lifted millions from poverty but has come at a huge environmental price7 min read·Mar 5, 2021----
Philip CallanWhy China is not a true Political MeritocracyWhile more meritocratic than some democracies in the West, the CCP falls short of its meritocratic ideals due to cronyism and other issues13 min read·Mar 5, 2021----