The Online News Act will make the internet less open and secure for all Canadians
The internet relies on a decentralized structure to allow access for all. The unprecedented top-down control reflected in the Online News Act will deprive Canadians of an open, global internet.
Senator to table bill to limit use of non-disclosure agreements to hide abuse and discrimination at federally-funded agencies
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s bill comes as hearings into the use of NDAs by Hockey Canada and other national sports organizations continue.
Musings on technology, AI, and the future of capital-A Art
We urgently need to reaffirm our collective recognition of artists and the intrinsic value of human creativity.
Will the opposition stand up for the voice of women?
Instead of feigning shock over the use of non-disclosure agreements at Hockey Canada, MPs and Senators need to ban them, now.
Lightfoot inspired us to understand Canada
It is a shame we will not have our unofficial poet laureate around to remind us of the beauty of the land and the extraordinary history we share.
Supporting local broadcasters is critical for our democracy
Community broadcasters are the only class of broadcasters who do not benefit from stable funding or tax credits.
Liberals attempt ‘balancing act’ with new Official Languages Action Plan: observers
Conservative official languages critic Joël Godin called the timing of the plan a ‘marketing stunt’ on the heels of C-13 returning to the House.
Anti-Islamophobia rep calls for proactive measures to protect Canada’s Muslim communities amid rising hate-motivated attacks
Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia Amira Elghawaby says the federal government needs to explore a ‘myriad of policy solutions’ to address the rising hate and racism in Canada.
Bilingualism is a two-way street
While cynics say we’re not really bilingual, few countries can boast as many people who speak their fellow citizens’ mother tongue. And the future could be better if we don’t let that dream die.
Senate Conservatives stall Bill C-11, insist government accept Upper Chamber’s amendments
The controversial Online Streaming Act, which the House first passed last June, is back in the Senate again, and is expected to be voted on this week.
