Canada’s defence depends on its universities
Ottawa’s new defence spending commitments will only succeed if the country invests strategically in its universities.
Mark Carney and a call for meaningful reconciliation
True reconciliation means advancing the legislative priorities of Indigenous Peoples, as well, and recognizing that we are equally sovereign.
Message to Carney: the safety of Indigenous women and girls is in the national interest
If Canada is serious about building an economy rooted in dignity and human rights, the Liberals must ensure that Indigenous women and girls are given a seat at the table, that our voices are heard, and that our lives are safeguarded.
Cultural agility is key in advancing reconciliation
Cultural agility means being able to work and build relationships across cultures without leaving one’s own behind.
Reconciliation is the foundation for Canada’s future projects
When governments, industry, and Indigenous nations build together, all of Canada moves forward.
Canada’s exploding wealth inequality requires tax changes
Our current tax code is not asking the wealthy to reinvest in our economy, and that failure is weakening services and programs working Canadians may use to get ahead.
Fast-tracking past justice: why the Major Projects Office threatens real reconciliation
The pressure to ‘fast track’ projects transparently signals workarounds to avoid legal obligations around Indigenous consultation, placing advisers in an untenable position.
Broken promises and the need to move towards reconciliation
With each new and re-elected prime minister, Indigenous Peoples hear more promises. It does not take long at all for these promises to be broken.
True reconciliation requires remembering and learning from our country’s history
While the Government of Canada has taken important steps since the devastating policies that once removed Indigenous children from their families and communities, much work remains.
‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects
David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says ‘if you’re asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents to ensure that the promise you’re making is real and will be kept.’
