When social justice becomes abnormal: the rise of ‘anti-woke’ politics in Canada
As evidence-based reforms are consistently framed as politically contentious, institutions are constrained, democratic deliberation narrows, and public trust is eroded.
Why are Canadian political leaders so complacent about our poor performance on women’s representation in politics?
Although Canada ranked in the top 30 for the percentage of women in Parliament at the start of the millennium, we’ve since dropped to 71st place in the world.
Q&A | The legal battle over the ‘notwithstanding’ clause, explained
‘The scope of Sec. 33 must be understood keeping in mind the unwritten constitutional principle of respect for or protection of minorities,’ argues University of Ottawa law professor Natasha Bakht.
Is PM Carney abandoning women, girls, and queer people in his austerity agenda?
With anticipated cuts to Women and Gender Equality Canada, advocates are concerned Prime Minister Mark Carney is turning his back on women and 2SLGBTQIA+ rights.
Gender equality week should be a wake-up call for Canadian leaders
We celebrate Gender Equality Week at a moment when progress is faltering. The Prosperity Project’s 2025 Annual Report Card on Gender Equity and Leadership reveals a shrinking pipeline of women leaders. This should set off alarms in every corporate and government boardroom. Instead of congratulating ourselves, we need urgent action to reverse the trend. At […]
Freeland joins long list of sidelined leading Liberal women
I knew Chrystia Freeland before the headlines and the heavy portfolios. I was looking for someone I could relate to—someone who didn’t just look the part, but felt the weight of the contradictions Canadian women face in politics. Chrystia had brilliance, yes, but also an inner tension I recognized: the pressure to prove herself repeatedly […]
Gilmore says she received a ‘tsunami’ of hate following social media post about Charlie Kirk’s murder
NDP MP Heather McPherson calls out former Conservative leader Andrew Scheer for allegedly fuelling rage.
Canadian military colleges report offers honest approach to right the ship
In 1980, Kate Armstrong was one of 32 women who joined Royal Military College of Canada as cadets. ‘Most of us had to navigate the skepticism of superiors and fellow cadets alike. We were harassed, hazed, and tested over and over again.’
Canada’s public service needs updated visible minority hiring targets
Looking at the representation of South Asian Canadians in the federal public service 78 years after the end of British colonization of India.
Carney becomes second sitting prime minister in Canadian history to march at Pride
While Mark Carney’s presence is a ‘powerful symbol,’ work is still needed to address rising hate facing 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Canada, says one advocacy organization and Senator Kristopher Wells.
