Canada must secure its undersea lifelines

A single attack on Canada’s cable infrastructure could disrupt global financial markets, sever communication with allies, and compromise military operations.
From the Rock to the Hill: a year spent promoting and celebrating Newfoundland and Labrador

Passing Bill C-49, to help expand offshore wind opportunities in Atlantic Canada, was among Senate bill sponsor Iris Petten’s highlights for the year.
Bridging the gap between science and policy for precision medicine

Canada appears to be held back by policies that are outdated and hinder advancements in public health for its diverse populations.
Islam’s true voice: wresting the microphone from extremists

Islam’s authentic voice cannot be silenced, corrupted, or distorted in the interests of malign geopolitical forces or corrupt and hateful ideologies.
Bill C-282 in the best interest of Canadian agriculture: Peterborough mayor

Bill C-282, Bloc Québécois MP Luc Thériault’s supply management bill, is in the best interest of Canadian agriculture, as it’s a proven system that works for all.
Investing in youth is essential for Canada’s future

Reducing unemployment for youth overall makes an important direct contribution to Canada’s economy.
Canada’s health system has an accountability problem

An accountability mechanism would ensure that health dollars are effectively spent, and that governments achieve the necessary outcomes to ensure Canadians are getting the care that they deserve.
Canada must lead the fight against plastic pollution

To stem the tide of plastic pollution, Canada must phase out hard-to-recycle single-use plastics and prioritize reusable, refillable alternatives.
Canadian horses’ suffering continues beyond anniversary of ministerial mandate letter

Dec. 16 has come and gone, and yet a bill to ban the export of horses for slaughter overseas continues to languish in the Senate.
The long-term health toll of Canada’s opioid crisis

While overdoses make the news, the long-term health challenges facing people with opioid use disorder often go unnoticed.