Towards a Rational and Humane Immigration Policy
As the white supremacist regime to the south of us embarks on a policy of ethnic cleansing we should look at our own immigration and citizenship policy. I have written…
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Uncomfortable conservatives
Four professors at the University of British Columbia, represented by the libertarian Canadian Constitution Foundation,... The post Uncomfortable conservatives first appeared on Views from the Beltline.
What Is True Democracy
If your idea of democracy stops at majority rule it is not true democracy. If your idea of democracy allows the majority to oppress minorities it is not true democracy.…
Canadian Diversity and Right Wing Hate of Justin Trudeau
Yes, Justin Trudeau is a mediocre Prime Minister, but that is not why the right hates him. Nor is it because of carbon taxes or provincial vaccine mandates or lockdowns.…
Canadian Diversity and Right Wing Hate of Justin Trudeau
Yes, Justin Trudeau is a mediocre Prime Minister, but that is not why the right hates him. Nor is it because of carbon taxes or provincial vaccine mandates or lockdowns.…
The American Taliban
One of the main joys of this part of my life is helping to look after our granddaughter, who is now 18 months old and very, very bright and engaged…
Some Teachable Moments
I originally found the following on Twitter. You will see that the first speaker is earnest and forthright in his defence of diversity, The look on some of the audience…
The Glory of the Raptors and the Hypocritical Cons
It was a neighbourhood party that began in a subdued manner, with Raptor's fans lining up for hours in the pouring rain to get into Jurassic Park.But it ended with…
Justin Trudeau is damned if he does, damned if he doesn’t…
Justin Trudeau is the grandchild of colonizers… Justin Trudeau is a man. These two things mean Justin Trudeau is damned if he does, damned if he doesn’t, WRT these rogue…
David Suzuki: In diversity, there is strength
World-renowned Canadian scientist, broadcaster, activist and author David Suzuki explains how life has "fluctuated and flourished because of the resilience conferred by diversity" over millennia. The post David Suzuki: In…
David Suzuki: Let’s vote for the values that make Canada great
David Suzuki counts universal health care, clean energy, climate change, racial diversity and tolerance among the Canadian values and key issues worth considering before casting your vote on October 19.…
Apple’s i0S 8.3 Reveals More Diverse Emojis
Users have spoken and Apple has created! The Next Web recently reported that consumers requests were heard. Emoji’s on the i0S 8.3 will have different skin tones and further country…
World Pride: Our Pride
While it is never good to feel smug or self-satisfied (we’ve seen where that takes the right wing), there are things about which we should feel very good. Although I…
Personal Choice v. Systemic Issue
By: Farrah Rajan Justice Minister Peter Mackay claims that women are not applying to be judges because it may take them away from time with their children. Although his comments…
Pride flags over Alberta: for real, or a cynical commitment of convenience that’s a mile wide and an inch deep?
A rainbow banner flies alongside the city, Alberta and Canadian flags at the city hall of St. Albert, Alberta, last weekend. Below: A really great pride banner spotted during a…
Four GTA-based organizations recognized for embracing diversity
By: Maytree Foundation | Press Release: Photo: DiverseCity TORONTO, June 19, 2013 – At an awards ceremony on Wednesday evening, DiverseCity onBoard recognized Blue Hills Child and Family Centre, the…
Black hockey players, aboriginals, gays nixed from Canada’s new bills
“The Bank of Canada considered celebrating gay marriages, black hockey players, and turban-wearing RCMP officers on its new plastic bank notes” By Obert Madondo | The Canadian Progressive, Feb. 11,…
Justin Trudeau: Full Text Of Montreal Leadership Address
In Montreal Tuesday, Papineau MP Justin Trudeau announced his bid to lead the Liberal Party of Canada. Here’s the full text of his address: “Make no small dreams, they have…
Justin Trudeau Announces Liberal Party Leadership Bid
After months of speculation, it’s official! Justin Trudeau is running for the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada. And he’s already dreaming big: he wants to replace Stephen Harper…