Canada should bring moral clarity to war in Gaza, writes Williams

Re: “‘Canada not interested in conversation’ about Israeli settlements, despite ICJ opinion: international law expert,” (The Hill Times, July 31). Notwithstanding the flawed opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Israel is not occupying Palestinian lands. Fact is, a country cannot occupy territory to which it has a legal claim and by any objective standard, […]
House Status of Women Committee should learn from fracas

The Conservatives may be playing politics with this committee, but the Liberals and the NDP MPs should have known better. Canadians are always watching, especially when things go off the rails.
Rodriguez’s potential departure would leave a huge gap in Liberal electoral machine in Quebec

Pablo Rodriquez has integrated beautifully into the Quebec political world, and is widely recognized as a great organizer in all regions. That would make his decision to leave even tougher for Prime Minister Trudeau as there is no lieutenant heir apparent waiting in the wings.
What the new American economy means for Canada

If history repeats itself, we can expect a Conservative majority next year, which will compel the Liberals to reorient their policy framework for the return of protectionism, resulting in a complete overhaul of Canadian industrial and trade policy by the end of the decade.
Fossil fuel consumption rising despite net-zero plans worldwide

While politicians across the globe talk about a great energy transition, fossil fuel consumption has only grown. And it’s the same story here at home.
A foreign intelligence service for Canada

In the wake of the current debate on foreign interference, we have an opportunity to create a unique organization that can enhance Canada’s foreign intelligence collection and safeguard our security and sovereignty. There is no better time than the present.
Bangladesh, Venezuela, and democracy

Protests have forced Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee to India and resign, toppling her 15-year rule.
Why Venezuela matters from the broader geopolitical perspective

Whatever happens in Venezuela—where a large majority of the people voted for a change on July 28, according to the only results published so far—will influence the relation of forces in the Latin American region and beyond.
Reckoning with the reality of an unprecedented hunger crisis

Nowadays many humanitarian crises are lasting much longer than they used to due to the impact of prolonged conflict, recurring severe weather events, and economic instability.
While the feds consult on renters’ rights, a demo-viction is taking place down the street from the Hill

If federal officials want to draft a Renters’ Bill of Rights with some teeth, all they have to do is walk down Bank Street and speak with organized tenants who are mobilizing their community and mounting opposition to yet another demoviction. They’ll know what that bill must include.