The two extremes of the notwithstanding clause
A growing regime of ‘rights without democracy’ has drained away much of the responsibility and authority of elected politicians and, with them, much of their legitimacy.
Powering remote northern communities through renewable energy sources
Most remote communities rely on diesel as the primary source of electricity generation and heating, which puts energy security at risk.
Why Canada is off track to meet its clean energy goals
Soon the price of petrol will decline as EVs and green technology across industries takes off. Will Canada be ready for the green circular economy?
Trudeau’s climate strategy a master class in greenwashing
On climate change, Canada’s politicians have created a culture of excuses, blame games, outright denials, and fatalistic calls for adaptation strategies. Except for Green Leader Elizabeth May.
Defence
Why two per cent makes perfect sense
Doing our share to contribute to collective security and global stability benefits Canada and Canadians.
Defending Canada in a rapidly evolving world
Our defence policy update makes investments that are specifically tailored to meet new and emerging challenges.
Canada’s focus on protecting sovereignty in the North and in the Arctic is critical
Due to global warming, the fastest route by sea between Europe and East Asia could be right through Canada’s North by 2050.
Protecting Canada’s Arctic sovereignty
We need strong dialogue coupled with concrete action and close co-operation with Arctic nations and our NORAD/NATO allies for practical solutions to common regional challenges.
Economic resilience must be key component of national security strategy, say observers
The defence policy update released in April included a commitment to publish a national security strategy every four years.
