Israel fighting an existential war against Hamas, writes Alan Williams

Re: “Canada must act to end cycle of violence in Israel and Palestine,” (The Hill Times, May 22). If there is to be peace and dignity for all in Israel and Gaza, it will be in spite of Leah Reesor-Keller, Carmen Lansdowne and J. Dorcas Gordon’s urgings, not because of them. Collectively, they present a […]
Treasury Board’s three-day back-to-work directive is not unreasonable

Hybrid work still exists under this new directive. No, it’s not up to federal public servants to save Ottawa’s downtown core, but the extra day downtown can’t hurt. It will be an adjustment, but as long as there is flexibility, it could benefit both employees and employers in the long-run.
From potential to power: how Canada can lead with solar energy legislation

It is crucial to consider regional constraints to best integrate renewable energy generation into existing infrastructure.
A little hope for the climate

New ideas and technologies are entering the market, and if enough fulfill their promise, we might still get through this century without runaway global warming wrecking our future.
How technology can mitigate Canada’s food inflation crisis

The escalation of grocery prices and widespread supply chain challenges are both symptomatic of a food sector in desperate need of wholesale modernization.
Will the Liberals march into Mordor?

Campaigns prefer victory to proselytization. So, unless the Liberals are confident they have more than just a small chance of success they won’t march into Mordor.
The two extremes of the notwithstanding clause

A growing regime of ‘rights without democracy’ has drained away much of the responsibility and authority of elected politicians and, with them, much of their legitimacy.
Powering remote northern communities through renewable energy sources

Most remote communities rely on diesel as the primary source of electricity generation and heating, which puts energy security at risk.
Why Canada is off track to meet its clean energy goals

Soon the price of petrol will decline as EVs and green technology across industries takes off. Will Canada be ready for the green circular economy?
Trudeau’s climate strategy a master class in greenwashing

On climate change, Canada’s politicians have created a culture of excuses, blame games, outright denials, and fatalistic calls for adaptation strategies. Except for Green Leader Elizabeth May.