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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. dives with an outstretched glove to catch a ball.

Elbows up: Keeping Canadian companies in Canadian hands

One big sign says “ Non!” with “21” in a red circle with a black x across it.

The notwithstanding clause needs more nuanced debate

All four are standing in front of a wall lined with provincial flags. Fraser is at a podium.

New hate-crime bill must confront the enforcement gap

A diverse crowd of university students in blue cap and gown.

Cultivating the pluralism dividend in Canada’s democracy

CP174796101 Cutline: A courtroom sketch as Justice Maria Carroccia delivers her ruling on July 24, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Alexandra Newbould Alt photo text: A drawing of about nine people sitting and listening in the room.

Consent confusion and the Hockey Canada sexual-assault trial

Gary Anandasangaree with cameras and journalists in the unfocused background.

Recognizing the Tamil Canadian experience in public life

Deux hommes en complet bleu foncé se serrent la main.

Canada’s foreign policy credibility begins at home

Modern Tsuut'ina Nation Police Service building with a wooden sign reading "TOSGUNA TSUUT'INA NATION POLICE SERVICE." A large police crest is displayed on the left, depicting mountains, a bison, and cultural symbols. Canadian and Indigenous flags fly from the roof under a cloudy sky.

Carney government cuts unfairly hit First Nations

The faulty received wisdom around the notwithstanding clause

Corrections bill lacks key provisions on judicial oversight

Treaty training is vital for Indigenous youth

International Criminal Court’s Afghanistan ruling linked to underfunding

Quebec’s Bill 21 misapplies religious neutrality principle

Qu’attendons-nous pour protéger la vie privée ?

PM’s caucus expulsions reveal rot in Parliament

Canada’s glaring failure to regulate Facebook

Rebuilding the legitimacy of the notwithstanding clause

Ouvrir le débat sur la réforme du droit de la famille au Québec

Make corrupt foreign officials pay

Bébés à la carte : jusqu’où devrions-nous aller ?

An Africentric principle could right some wrongs

Why aren’t we tougher on “assault-style” firearms?

Can Parliament get assisted reproduction policy right?

Government should have explained DPAs to the public

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