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Canada needs a real debate on its defence buildup

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The Carney government’s policy pivot amid global turmoil requires reshaping how government works

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When neutrality becomes policy, equity suffers in Canadian institutions

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Rethinking retaliation in the age of Trump

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Build a real financial crimes force to hit terrorist financing

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That rare moment when a prime minister shapes the country

Alberta premier Daneille Smith with the Quebec flag in the background.

Why Alberta and Quebec diverge on judicial appointments

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Break down licensing barriers holding back Canada’s health workforce

Canada’s parliamentary watchdogs struggle for more financial independence

The Conservatives and carbon pricing

Canada’s Online News Act: Repeating Australia’s mistakes?

Governments must match civil society efforts to welcome refugees

The Liberal-NDP pact could have a big impact on the public service

Some public service executives ‘burned out’ by crisis management

Mandate letters should be kept confidential

Minority language rights: Charter’s Section 23 needs to be revised

What shoe fits the 2022 budget?

Most Canadians want higher health transfers, preferably without conditions

How Canada can help Ukraine by leading on the world stage

Strengthening French language laws in Canada: Three major legislative initiatives

Cannabis growers still treated as criminals

Student immigration visas are a money-making business

A defence budget increase will need a policy rethink

The clock is ticking on the Emergencies Act

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