In a little while it will be over. We may fail. But the rights for which we contend will not die. –Louis Riel To love our neighbour as ourselves is such a truth for regulating human society, that by that alone one might determine all the cases in social morality.–John Locke This is an open […]
Federal politics
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Q&A: Jagmeet Singh on the NDP’s future and busting stereotypes
Jagmeet Singh has been the federal leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) since the beginning of October. He may be giving Justin Trudeau a run for his money—the “Jagmeet and Greet” event at Lion & Bright on Sunday was jam-packed with people, and tons more were lined up outside to shake Singh’s hand or […]
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Federal trans rights bill passes without amendment
Bill C-16, the federal trans rights bill, passed in the Senate today with a vote of 67-11. This bill calls for the Canadian Human Rights Act to be amended by adding gender identity and expression to the list of prohibited grounds of discrimination, which currently includes colour, sex and sexual orientation, among others. In an […]
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Stop thinking treaties only impact First Nations
[Image-1] Quick, what are your treaty rights and obligations? Despite common misconceptions, all Canadians—indigenous or not—have obligations and rights under Canada’s treaties. Solidarity Halifax says it’s high time we all recognize that. As such, this evening the public is invited to a free event at the Halifax Central Library which will explore the responsibilities and […]
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Peter MacKay’s resigning and everyone’s losing their minds
[Image-1] Stellarton just became the hottest spot to be tonight in Canada. According to reports, justice minister and longtime Conservative superhero Peter MacKay will announce his resignation from federal politics in less than an hour, at a 5pm press conference in Stellarton. Prime Minister Stephen Harper is expected to attend. Sources suggest to the National […]