Trump’s treaty blunder to blame as Iran bolsters nuclear program

Under the old nuclear deal, Iran put its nuclear program on hold in return for all the major powers easing sanctions on the country. But America withdrew from that pact in 2018.
Phoenix pay system: the real story of a public servant

When the Pay Centre has deducted taxes on wrongfully calculated amounts, it should apologize to the employee for the mistake and only recover the net amount that was paid. It should recover from CRA the tax it has erroneously paid to CRA, and not put the burden on the shoulders of employees.
Beyond Trump’s tariffs: return of geoeconomics and Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy

Geoeconomics—a disruptive force reshaping the global economy—is driving a new reality, and getting creative can help.
Are unions braced for the storm ahead?

A Quebec bill that critics have slammed as a ‘declaration of war on workers highlights an ongoing trend where provincial and federal governments undermine union influence.
Historic ‘Indian hospitals’ settlement a step forward for Canada

The reality of the care provided at the Nanaimo Indian Hospital is shameful, distressing, and an ignominious legacy of Canada’s past.
The future of the CBC is on the ballot: letter writer

I have lived in five different provinces in Canada—Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador—and have visited all provinces and territories except Yukon. The CBC has been my touchstone wherever I have been, bringing me news of former homes and helping me and my family integrate into a new community. The CBC is […]
Gaming out the first period

Some important things could be revealed over the course of the first two weeks of the 45th election campaign.
The NDP is dithering on the fringes of survival

This election, the NDP is fighting to survive, therefore it can’t do anything for us.
A new book highlights the bond between Quebecers and Les Canadiens

Although the Montreal Canadiens have fewer Quebecers than in the past, it continues to be the standard-bearer of French Canada.
Trump’s most despised adversary has an election

It’s beyond troubling that Canada is always being singled out for its supposedly nasty negotiating stance, and alleged unfair trading relationship with Americans.