Our bilingual character is threatened, but by whom?
Proposed changes to procuring official language interpretation services would reduce their quality and availability on Parliament Hill.
Pride attendance may no longer be a litmus test for LGBTQ support, but absence still sends a message, say politicos
‘Pride is not necessarily welcoming to everyone anymore, and that’s the opposite of what it should be,’ says conservative commentator and transgender advocate Blaine Badiuk.
Canada’s official languages commissioner says he’s worried budget cuts will threaten language rights in federal public service
Language training is a budget line that can be seen as extraneous, but Commissioner Raymond Théberge says reduced training could ‘severely impact’ managers who now are required to have higher second-language levels.
Calls to cancel concerts risk elevating U.S. Christian singer into MAGA martyr, say advocates
Several Conservative MPs have taken to social media to offer solidarity and condemn what they view as ‘government censorship’ and violations of Charter rights.
Official languages education sector disappearing thanks to our broken immigration system
Canada stands to lose more than revenue and jobs. We are losing a sector that strengthens our identity, boosts productivity, and fosters diverse communities.
CBC needs more frequent mandate reviews and public consultation, researcher says
Before the election, the Liberals outlined proposals to reform the broadcaster. CBC/Radio Canada has since been asked to take part in the government’s spending review.
Is Trump protecting tech billionaires in U.S. fight with Canada over digital services tax?
Canada should continue working with European partners and others, who are also likely to face similar threats on the digital tax from the U.S. president and his billionaire friends, with the goal of finally establishing global tax reform agreements.
Time for the Liberals to protect Canadian voices as promised
Parliament must update the Copyright Act so that Canadian creators are compensated when their works are used for education.
A public alternative to social media
It is increasingly clear that private social media companies’ values do not align with maintaining a vibrant information ecosystem.
Sport portfolio a bright light during cabinet’s growing pains
The feds have seen the opportunity global sports performances provide to advance the country’s reputation, open doors for diplomacy and trade, and boost our global status.
