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The Quebec Secession Crisis Is Coming, and Canada Isn’t Ready

October 11, 2024January 27, 2025 - by Gerald Butts

Why sovereigntists see their chance now

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British Columbia’s Election Is a Bellwether for Climate Policy

October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 - by Arno Kopecky

Is the last progressive stronghold in Canada poised to fall?

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Liberal Free Fall Fuels Quebec Sovereignty

October 1, 2024January 27, 2025 - by Philippe J. Fournier

New polls warn Canada at a political crossroads as separatists find momentum

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November 2024 / Politics

If Pierre Poilievre Wins

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Various Contributors

The Conservative leader speaks in punchy slogans. What would he do in power?

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November 2024 / Politics

It’s Hard to Tell What Poilievre Makes of the World

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Jonathan Manthorpe

Besides being anti China, the Conservatives have been largely silent on their foreign policy

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November 2024 / Politics

Does Poilievre Represent a Threat to Canadian Identity?

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Paul Wells

To be honest, I’m not particularly worried

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November 2024 / Politics

A Poilievre Government Would Be Steps Back for the Climate

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Arno Kopecky

His environmental policy: lip service and denial

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November 2024 / Politics

Poilievre’s Idea of Reconciliation Is a Mess

September 18, 2024October 7, 2024 - by Michelle Cyca

But is that any different from Trudeau’s?

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November 2024 / Politics

Welcome to the Poilievre Conspiracy Theory Vortex

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Timothy Caulfield

Adopting absurd narratives has become a staple of right-wing politicking

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November 2024 / Politics

Poilievre’s Dangerous Dance with MAGA-Style Politics

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 - by Justin Ling

By being responsive to die-hard conservatives, he puts himself at their mercy

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A Poilievre Government Would Be Steps Back for the Climate

Poilievre’s Idea of Reconciliation Is a Mess

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