‘An upset tummy of a book’: Mark Critch on anger, humour, and why he was itching to write

The comedian reflects on his latest book’s inspiration, including Donald Trump, national identity, and the chaos of Canadian politics.
Lessons from history: Art Miki’s journey toward justice

Thirty-seven years have now passed since the announcement of the Japanese Canadian Redress Agreement. It is easy for past events to fade into obscurity yet this history must be passed on to the next generation.
‘Very disappointing’: PSPC makes new freelance interpretation procurement rules official

The newly published contract terms for freelance interpreters on the Hill maintain a shift to prioritizing offers by ‘lowest evaluated price.’
Embracing ‘Canada’s team’: politicos unite in support for Toronto Blue Jays ahead of World Series run

‘I’m delighted that we’re all swept up in it because we need some positivity in Canada right now,’ says former Conservative strategist Tim Powers.
‘Not-an-option’ changes to freelance contracts may worsen shortage of Hill interpreters, says association

Changes to contract rules for freelance interpreters may lead to their mass exodus from the Hill, and a troubling decline in quality, according to a group representing these workers.
‘Culture is not on the table’ in trade talks amid film tariff threats and domestic digital policy uncertainty, says Guilbeault

The Canadian Media Producers Association is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to ‘rethink’ any potential of using the Online Streaming Act as a ‘bargaining chip’ in his negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Quebec’s new ‘constitution’ bill is an affront to democracy

The Legault government’s document is a fantasy, especially when it comes to Quebec’s non-francophone population.
Make Canada’s identity stronger with a live performing arts tax credit

Because our country lacks the incentives needed to secure Canadian financial backing, success stories like Come From Away mean millions of dollars go to international investors instead of into Canadian theatres, artists, communities, and jobs.
Want to tackle national pride? Give Canadian women’s rugby a try

As Canada’s senior women’s rugby squad heads into a World Cup final, the country can take a lesson from their passionate and disciplined approach.
Fifty years of friendship, still going strong

Every September, for the past several years, I have been getting together with women who played on my high school basketball team a half-century ago.