Donald Trump as a George Orwell ‘nationalist’
Donald Trump has clearly shown whose side he is on: the powerful and the unethical, domestically, and the aggressors, internationally. We now know who he is. It is for the American people to decide who they are.
Foreign interference: ideas and nations
The main challenge in keeping our elections free and fair is finding the means to deal with the new ways politics and elections are conducted. Are our current laws on spending limits by third parties (and candidates) still meaningful in this era of micro-targeting via numerous, mostly free, delivery mechanisms? Doubtful.
Keeping the ‘rule of law’ alive
LONDON, U.K.— Last week there was a vote in the Bundestag, the lower house of the German parliament, that may have changed the course of history. When the vote came out ‘Yes’, you could feel the tectonic plates shift. Germany has voted to re-arm. In an ideal world, disarming would have been the better choice, […]
Can Poilievre capitalize on Carney’s weak spots?
To derail Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upsurge, Conservatives must adjust their strategy—focusing on unity, the social safety net, and practical policies that confront America head-on.
Science under pressure: a call to action
American budget cuts, layoffs, and censorship on its science community are likely to have repercussions in Canada, but they also present opportunities to strengthen our research and innovation system.
Restrictions on living abroad: the inequality of Canada’s pension portability
The aspect of Canada’s pension system that supports poor seniors pushes some into even greater precarity.
Prime Minister Carney’s first decision is a tough one
The June G7 meeting couldn’t be happening at a more consequential moment, both for the planet, and for Canada and its economic and political destiny.
Critical mineral processing will protect Canada’s EV industry
The lack of processing capabilities in the ‘mine-to-mobility’ EV supply chain leaves us further exposed to trade risk.
Moving forward with Canada’s EV transition requires a holistic approach
The path to broader EV adoption needs to balance infrastructure development, trade strategy, policy incentives, and regional equity.
As the U.S. drives backwards, Canada must pull ahead
Despite today’s turmoil, smart EV policies will create jobs, investment, and long-term growth.
