A nation-building project that will protect the environment and our health
A transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy has the potential to create a safer and healthier environment, less suffering from the ongoing effects of continued greenhouse gas emissions, and a stronger economy driven by the new jobs created.
Canada and its allies must get smart about smart devices and limit chips to what matters
Our reliance on chips made in unpredictable jurisdictions is unsustainable, and poses a risk to both our security and economic stability.
Ottawa needs to do more to recognize Newfoundland and Labrador’s ‘positive impact’ on national agenda, says former premier Ball
A recent study of the provinces found that Newfoundland and Labrador residents are the most frustrated with their
place in Canada. Among the reasons for discontent is a feeling that fisheries are ‘unfairly managed’ at the federal level, says Dwight Ball.
Reality check: Canada’s nation-building must ditch fossil fantasies
We can’t afford to waste public money on a declining industry. Instead of locking in more risky oil and gas projects, Canada must redirect investment towards clean energy infrastructure.
Bill C-5 is a turning point in Canadian history
Canada must adapt to a rapidly changing world order. Military alliances are becoming more critical, and global trade and commerce are undergoing profound transformations.
High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’
Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires ‘requires us to pick a lane.’
Why bold infrastructure investments are key to our economic resilience
Due to mounting trade pressures, Canadians have no choice but to make the investments that should have been made decades ago.
Finding open ice: Canada’s future depends on batteries and critical minerals
Lithium, graphite, cobalt, phosphate and nickel are in demand, and this country’s scientists and engineers are world-class in battery innovation. These are areas where Canada can secure a key place in the future global economy, from the auto sector to defence.
Questioning the safe disposal of spent enriched uranium fuel: letter writer
Re: “Remember, enriched uranium can do good: letter writer,” (The Hill Times, July 21, letter to the editor from Jeremy Whitlock). The letter writer fails to mention at least three negative issues concerning the enrichment of uranium. The process of uranium enrichment has resulted in the generation of well over one million tonnes of toxic […]
Bill C-5 revealing itself as a Trojan horse designed to appease Alberta’s fossil fuel interests
Prime Minister Mark Carney is courting First Nations leaders to rally support for Bill C-5, a sweeping piece of legislation that fast-tracks federal approvals for so-called “nation-building projects” like pipelines, mines, and ports. Framed as a tool for economic resilience amid trade tensions with the United States, the bill is rapidly revealing itself as a […]
