Canada has to create an alternative to foreign takeovers
If Canada is to succeed, we have to recognize not only that we live in a shifting geopolitical order, but also in a technological revolution, an essential green transition to avert the worst impacts of climate change, and the shifting needs of an aging population.
DEI: love it or hate it, it’s more profitable
There’s ample evidence that points to a correlation between more diverse teams and higher financial returns. Let’s not blame DEI for our current financial challenges and fears of future economic insecurity. The data shows otherwise.
Carney plays defence as leaders hit debate stage for English rerun
In the wide ranging two-hour contest, Prime Minister Mark Carney repeated he was ‘very different’ from his predecessor Justin Trudeau, rebuffing Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s accusations he represents a fourth Liberal government representing more of the same.
Poilievre’s backseat drivers
It’s easy to say things like a campaign should change its messaging or alter its tone, but to do this during an election campaign requires a lot of work and skill and money, since it means writing and cutting new ads then quickly getting them into the mix.
Tories and Grits spar over the political centre
The party that reclaims that space could define the future of Canadian politics. It’s clear those who lead with a steady hand will define the next political era.
‘I want to be the proof that the Canadian dream is alive,’ says country’s first female Turkish Canadian federal candidate
Sima Acan’s candidacy is seen as a milestone by some Turkish Canadians who say the diaspora’s issues as well as its contributions have long gone unrecognized in Ottawa.
Is Mark Carney the valium for Canada’s Trump-induced anxiety?
OTTAWA—Just before this election began, it was billed as one of—if not the—most consequential of our time. Indeed, it may be, given the threat presented to Canada and the global community from United States President Donald Trump’s quest to reshape the world order, and the economy. However, to date, the campaign itself has been pretty […]
Project competence, avoid silly dances: parties seek balance with social media strategies
A fragmented media landscape has increased the value of social media experimentation, but an NDP stumble may show the risk of full campaign integration, says digital strategist Michael Roy.
Red-pill populism
Conservative politics and its embrace of populism have merged with toxic masculinity for validation in the mainstream.
Feds’ lack of transparency continues to be a shame
Global Affairs Canada has reversed the small step forward it took towards trade-deal transparency out of what appears to be a misguided fear of negative outcomes if people know anything about negotiations.
