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How the Global South finances the educated workforce in Canada and other wealthy countries

Against a deep blue sky, the parliament Hill building is in silhouette with the sun hitting only the Canadian flag flying from the top of the peace tower.

When did Canada become sovereign, really?

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Why repealing the law on spanking isn’t enough

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New federal agencies won’t fix old problems with delivery

The first ministers standing in front of the prime minister’s residence, from left to right: Glen Clark, B.C.; Gary Filmon, Man.; Ralph Klein Alta.; Lucien Bouchard, Que.; Piers McDonald, Yukon; Roy Ramanow, Sask.; Jean Chrétien, Brian Tobin, Nfld.; Camille Thériault,N.B.; Miike Harris, Ont.; Patrick Binns, P.E.I.; Russell MacLellan, N.S.; and Jim Antoine, N.W.T.

Canada needs a new social union deal

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“Buy Canadian” won’t fix defence procurement until Ottawa defines “Canadian”

Carney stands at a podium in front of a blue-and-white Jewish flag.

When Jewish Canadians lose confidence in public safety

Two stats from the survey: 61 per cent lack confidence in the ability of public servants to plan for the future. And: 67 per cent: Lack confidence in the ability of public servants to spend taxpayers’ money wisely.

Canadians not confident public service is prepared for the future

Taylor Swift wearing a white coat with black sleaves and an NFL logo on the sleeve.

Canada needs deepfake legislation yesterday

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Regulators should remain independent as Canada moves away from fossil fuels

L'homme et son lit sont entourés d'un enchevêtrement de tubes et de cordons, avec deux moniteurs à proximité le long d'un poteau métallique avec des poches de liquide.

Where are the reviews of government action on COVID-19?

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Policing women’s sexuality in the name of protection

Un chat est sur une table d’examen vétérinaire.

Multinationals are taking over veterinary clinics

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High and dry: The rising tide of flood risks and the insurance dilemma

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It’s time to restore pride in post-secondary institutions and immigration

Queen’s Park stands against the blue sky with the lieutenant governor and the premier in the foreground.

Another blow to freedom of information from the Supreme Court

Combat NIMBYism with transparency to help resolve Canada’s housing crisis

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Online Harms Act: a step in the right direction to protect Canadians online

L’ancien premier ministre Brian Mulroney sourit à côté d’un drapeau canadien.

Brian Mulroney and the stealth privatization of the state

Safeguarding Canadian democracy in the age of growing digital disinformation

A black and white photo of Mila and Brian Mulroney at a political convention surrounded by supporters with signs.

The Mulroney years: Transformation and tumult

Brian Mulroney courted MP loyalty like no other prime minister

Life as a Francophone MP in Ottawa

Au bout d'un court couloir se trouvent deux salles, chacune dotée d'une porte métallique gris foncé portant la mention " examen ". L'une est marquée d'un gros "4", l'autre d'un gros "5". Dans les deux cas, de petits paniers métalliques sont fixés pour contenir des dossiers.

Health care needs to extend to undocumented migrants

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