Is Mark Carney the valium for Canada’s Trump-induced anxiety?
OTTAWA—Just before this election began, it was billed as one of—if not the—most consequential of our time. Indeed, it may be, given the threat presented to Canada and the global community from United States President Donald Trump’s quest to reshape the world order, and the economy. However, to date, the campaign itself has been pretty […]
Red-pill populism
Conservative politics and its embrace of populism have merged with toxic masculinity for validation in the mainstream.
Feds’ lack of transparency continues to be a shame
Global Affairs Canada has reversed the small step forward it took towards trade-deal transparency out of what appears to be a misguided fear of negative outcomes if people know anything about negotiations.
Foreign interference didn’t damage our democratic institutions—our institutions did it to themselves
The needless secrecy, selective leaks, political theatre, dark undertone of racism, and the gullible media who ate it up stoked the fears of foreign interference and did harm.
Canada can be a leader in women’s health in South Sudan
The East African nation has one of the highest maternal mortality rates globally, with 1,223 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2020, compared to Canada’s 11.
Status of the artist: this a moment for leadership
As Canada chooses its next leader, let’s be clear: you can’t claim cultural sovereignty while leaving artists behind.
American attacks on Canada echo Russian playbook with enemies
U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach to Canada mimics Russian narratives targeting Ukraine: that neighbouring democracies are illegitimate, dangerous, and ripe for domination.
Trump: a window of opportunity
Donald Trump’s minions may not have told him yet, but last week was not just a temporary setback in his crusade for high tariffs. It was the end of that road. Bring those tariffs back in 90 days, and the bond market will shut him down even faster next time.
Navigating a new global era
These volatile times call for broadening our relationships with countries beyond North America, moving promptly to pay our NATO dues, and thinking more militarily.
The Ottawa Treaty at a crossroads: time for a middle path?
The conversation on landmines cannot be reduced to a binary. Canada must instead explore whether there’s a different path forward.
