Residential school denialism should be illegal
The residential schools system was a genocide, and Indigenous Peoples don’t need more hatred today. For the love of this country, all political party candidates should have basic knowledge of what Canada did to its Indigenous Peoples.
National Summit on Indigenous Mental Wellness: moving beyond gestures to real action
If we’re truly committed to advancing reconciliation, supporting Indigenous workers, and building a robust economy, reinstating Canadian Certified Counsellors in the NIHB program in unregulated provinces is key.
Netanyahu’s military strikes in Lebanon can’t stop the inevitable
No matter how many Hezbollah fighters the IDF kills in the advance into Lebanon, only two outcomes are possible: permanent military occupation, or eventual withdrawal, leaving Hezbollah to rebuild.
The kids are not alright: Canada needs a youth mental health strategy
Evidence suggests the pandemic spurred a trend of declining child and youth mental health that began two decades ago, and is ongoing.
Protecting Canada’s outdoor recreation sector
Each party’s election platform needs a detailed plan to reach our global climate targets. Each party may take a different approach—choosing their own mix of regulatory measures, tax incentives, direct subsidies, and carbon pricing.
The case for a high-speed train between Quebec and Ontario
A high-speed train would be more than just a faster way to travel; it could serve as a literal and symbolic link between Quebec and Ontario.
Rapid access to effective mental health care for youth should be a national priority
Instead of one-size-fits-all, we need many types of access points integrated with mental health services offering different levels of care.
Release the names
The best way to counter Russian propaganda is not to be silent, but to tell the whole truth. That’s what the Library and Archives Canada should be giving us regarding the Galician Waffen SS Division in this country.
Time for Canada to treat mental health like physical health
All of us know someone who has suffered mental health problems, and who had trouble finding help. We must do better. It’s time to do it.
Unlimited liability: why veteran and family needs transcend elections and politics
Our veterans should never have to wonder whether a change in government will affect their access to critical resources.
