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Federalism: obstacle or engine of redistribution?

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Religious literacy can help Quebec balance identity and inclusion

Attendees use their phones to record then-prime minister Justin Trudeau speaking.

Trudeau set a high bar on diversity in appointments. Will Carney match it?

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Tylenol, Trump and the crisis of public health communication

It’s time Canadian universities ventured abroad – to save themselves

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Cultivating the pluralism dividend in Canada’s democracy

Four students are walking on the lawn in front of a black building with a “Dalhousie University” sign.

Canada needs a national strategy for generative AI in higher education

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Ending food insecurity is a democratic imperative

Prefabricated housing offers one solution to the supply crisis

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The paradox of immigration policy will require a new model

The cost-of-living crisis for social-assistance recipients

A woman using a smart phone to surf social networks. A computer is open and a cup of coffee is next to it.

Fight disinformation to strengthen our democracy

Changes to mortgage policy can make owning a home more affordable

Failure to protect: the criminalization of survivors of intimate-partner violence

Does Vienna have the answer to Canada’s housing crisis?

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A dementia-friendly plan in Toronto could lead the way for Canada

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In an age of Big Data, measurement error can be costly for smaller communities

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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Policing women’s sexuality in the name of protection

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Multinationals are taking over veterinary clinics

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

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

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Stronger boards can help universities adapt to challenging environments

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Health care needs to extend to undocumented migrants

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