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Majority of Canadians oppose ‘conversion therapy’

Majority of Canadians oppose ‘conversion therapy’

Views on transgender individuals’ bathroom use vary by political affiliation
We'll have serious climate change before serious sewage change

We'll have serious climate change before serious sewage change

We are naturally proud of the natural beauty where we live. There are many astoundingly stunning places in Canada, each with its own character, but few match Vancouver for its ocean/mountain/climate combo.
Poll finds voters in no mood for a majority federal government

Poll finds voters in no mood for a majority federal government

In just over three months, Canadians will take part in a federal election with a very different landscape than in 2015.
Editorial: Continuing to be on the take in Canada

Editorial: Continuing to be on the take in Canada

Canada's global leadership deficit is becoming increasingly concerning for its trade and business prospects.
Canadian chamber chief wants us to advance the discussion

Canadian chamber chief wants us to advance the discussion

When I arrived in Ottawa as a reporter in the Parliamentary Press Gallery at 23, Perrin Beatty was already an ancient 31.
Getting to the meat of what Canadians think of grilling

Getting to the meat of what Canadians think of grilling

With a federal election expected in October, Canadian politicians are currently participating in what is affectionately known as the “barbecue circuit.
Technological disruption unlikely to trigger labour doomsday

Technological disruption unlikely to trigger labour doomsday

Today, economists and policy analysts interested in the future of work are confronted with a mix of conflicting evidence and forecasts.
Canadian suspicion about Chinese investment is deepening

Canadian suspicion about Chinese investment is deepening

In October 2012, a survey I conducted asked Canadians about the proposed takeover of Calgary-based oil and gas company Nexen Inc. by China’s state-owned CNOOC Ltd.
Editorial: Climate fight needs positive energy

Editorial: Climate fight needs positive energy

The fight to clean up the world’s energy portfolio needs more than opposition forces. It needs champions of viable alternatives. It also needs informed public discourse if we are to progress beyond emotional sloganeering and political posturing.
Unclear about Scheer and Conservative leader’s plan for Canada

Unclear about Scheer and Conservative leader’s plan for Canada

The most apt description for an adult Canadian is progressive and conservative. We are socially liberal and fiscally not. We want government in our lives to help us be our best, help those in need, but not help itself to our incomes through taxes.