Feds can no longer ignore devastation from substance use in the North
Northern-specific data is necessary to ensure the federal government is not swayed by popular southern theories.
Greater support needed for invisible majority of Canadian women in STEM
Immigrant women make up the majority of Canada’s women in STEM, but they experience higher unemployment, underemployment, and wage gap rates than their peers.
AI tools improve advocacy campaigns in ‘way that doesn’t break the bank,’ but can carry risks, say public affairs pros
Users should be sure that the content generated by AI programs are appropriate for their campaigns, according to Megan Buttle, digital strategy practice lead at Earnscliffe Strategies.
Federal support for host-directed therapeutics will help prepare for future health emergencies
With continued support, HDTs have the potential to become an important tool in both pandemic preparedness and biodefence for Canada and our global partners.
Canada’s next big bet needs to be on medical isotopes
Cancer is still the leading cause of death in Canada. Industry is ready to deliver, and with government involvement, we can work together to bring hope to patients who face a bleak outcome.
Canada’s innovation economy strategy must include the blockchain revolution
Blockchain and artificial intelligence can work together to transform our economy, provide transparency, and benefit Canadians in many areas.
Canada’s decline in productivity is a sign we don’t embrace change
Without improving our productivity, we will be forced to pay more to get fewer returns in jobs, opportunities, efficiency, and long-term growth.
Semiconductors: the forgotten (but essential) green technology
The ubiquitous microchips that power applications ranging from your smartphone to telecommunications and defence infrastructure can also be instrumental in getting us to green and clean.
Tuberculosis is a global emergency, and rich nations should treat it as such
The science to develop a new vaccine is available. A lack of funding is all that hinders progress on health equity.
Alexander Graham Bell was a giant ahead of his time
We talk about ‘early adopters,’ but Bell was one long before the phrase was popularized.
