Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ of oil tankers stalled by U.S. sanctions

Is Donald Trump really going to maintain the U.S. sanctions on Russian oil sales when he’s in power? Meanwhile, Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ of second-hand oil tankers is in limbo.
An industry fact check on the real risks arising from the NWMO site choice

Re: “Northwestern Ontario nuclear waste site selection raises concerns,” (The Hill Times, Dec. 12, 2024). Erika Simpson’s article identifies some groups that are expressing concern about this landmark Canadian statement on responsible environmental stewardship. Expressions of concern from NIMBY groups were inevitable. On this occasion, they are being supported by anti-nuclear activists who see this […]
Grit race a chance to address inequality issues: B.C. reader

Re: “‘He’s our best bet’: several Liberal MPs urging Finance Minister LeBlanc to rethink decision not to seek Liberal leadership,” (The Hill Times, Jan. 8). Although the article was insightful, it was missing a few critical points for establishing an effective, Canadian-centred government. We face multiple crises. It’s not a stretch to find culpability in […]
From affordability to accountability: political leaders navigate the Trump era of chaos

While the country finds itself in a moment of crisis, watch for political messaging to start shifting.
New year, new anxieties

There is being angry, and wanting change to something better—and then there is the place in which we now find ourselves.
The deck is stacked against Quebec’s Anglos

The failure of our leaders to acknowledge the legitimate grievances of anglophone Quebecers is a sign of indifference and intolerance.
Two-nation partnership that was a beacon of trust in a fractious world goes down Trump’s drain

Trump’s expansionist approach may turn out to be highly counterproductive.
Drawing the wrong conclusions

The Liberals have mistaken their party as too ‘woke’ instead of realizing the problem is their policies aren’t enough for the working class.
Did parties learn anything from the foreign interference inquiry?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation announcement on Jan. 6 was the culmination of many months—if not years—of discussions, foibles, and infighting. For nearly as long, the federal government has been trying to navigate the pressure to air out and act upon interference by foreign governments in Canada’s democracy. Now, those two issues have come to […]
Communities deserve more support as the global economy changes

The uncertainty facing Canada’s goods and energy producers is dizzying. They were already dealing with daunting challenges from an accelerating energy transition, domestic regulations, and geopolitical conflict. Now, our largest trading partner has threatened to pull the rug out from under them. The consequences for companies and workers could be significant, but the consequences […]