Transitioning from military to civilian life often leaves veterans without a primary care provider. Without a primary care provider, veterans sruggle to access disability benefits. Given their role serving our country, should veterans get priority access to family doctors?

​Air Canada’s CEO resigned over his failure to deliver a condolence message in both languages. Our latest editorial argues that a universal bilingual standard for political, corporate and legal leaders is unrealistic and potentially detrimental to merit-based appointments.

From being a key contributor in global peacekeeping missions, Canada now ranks 66th with only 27 personnel deployed. Former UN Ambassador Bob Rae says: "We’re playing a role... but not so much a role in terms of actually providing troops." Is our identity as peacekeepers now just a myth?

Canada was once a key contributor to global peacekeeping missions. Today, we have only 27 personnel on UN missions, placing Canada 66th out of 118 contributing nations. Is our national identity as 'peacekeepers' just a myth?

Is the divide over Quebec's Bill 21 a legal disagreement or a fundamental cultural clash? While English Canada views the religious symbols ban through the lens of individual Charter rights, Quebec sees it as an essential protection of laïcité.

​The Tumbler Ridge tragedy and narrowly averted attacks on schools in Nova Scotia and Manitoba have exposed gaps in Canadian school safety. Our latest editorial explores why we need a 'loud national conversation' on School Resource Officers, online harms legislation, and police accountability.

British Columbia has joined Manitoba in covering menopausal hormone therapy through its pharmacare deal. While advocates call this a "fantastic" step, significant gaps remain. Many women still face a lack of informed care from doctors who are not trained to recognize the full range of symptoms.

Nearly six million Canadians lack access to a family doctor. While Canada has one of the lowest physician-to-population ratios among high-income countries, the issue is solvable. We examine how structural barriers and administrative burdens are limiting Canada's health-care capacity.

Terrorism investigations involving Canadian minors are on the rise. Experts say the path to radicalization starts with "benign" content and ends in violent extremist networks. With charges up 500%, is Canada doing enough to protect youth online?

Men have long been limited to just two contraception options: condoms or vasectomies. New clinical trials in Canada are testing topical gels and on-demand pills that could offer a safe, reversible alternative. Experts say these developments could fundamentally shift the burden of birth control.

Canada has fallen to 25th in the latest World Happiness Report When isolating for those under 25, the ranking drops to 71st globally. Our latest editorial argues that political leaders are neglecting the 'population-level harm' caused by social media.

Canada plans to allocate five percent of GDP to defence and security by 2035, but peace advocates question if this is the appropriate target. They also highlight that increased defence spending is coinciding with reduced support for international development and Canada's peacekeeping legacy.

Is it time to rethink the "third rail" of Canadian politics? As healthcare wait times continue to climb, we look at how the world’s top-performing systems use private delivery to support universal care. Canada remains an outlier in its resistance to mixed-model healthcare.

Motherhood isn’t always a choice or a biological hurdle. Sometimes, it’s a matter of timing and circumstance. For women who wanted children but never had them, the “quiet grief” is a heavy, invisible burden. It's time we talked about this often overlooked group.

Alberta is moving to drastically reduce access to medical assistance in dying A new provincial bill proposes limiting MAID to those whose death is reasonably foreseeable within 12 months, effectively banning it for mental illness and minors. Will this bill strengthen MAID in the long run?

Ottawa is taking its case to the Supreme Court. The federal government is appealing a ruling that found its invocation of the Emergencies Act was "unreasonable" and infringed on Charter rights. At stake is a critical definition: what actually constitutes a national emergency in Canada?

A Montreal church is taking the city to court over the definition of worship. After being denied a permit for an outdoor event featuring Sean Feucht, the legal challenge argues that the city's restrictions violate religious freedoms.

Canada spends 11.2% of GDP on healthcare, yet we trail Australia in almost every metric. From modest co-payments to private hospital competition, the 'Australian Model' is proving that universal care can be efficient. Is it time for a structural redesign?

Alberta’s secession movement is entering a new phase as religious leaders weigh in on the separation drive. While some see the Free Alberta Strategy as a way to protect traditional values, others are divided on the role the church should play in political independence.

From ultra-processed foods to unregulated smartphone use in schools, Canadian policy is failing to address the root causes of the youth mental health emergency. Experts say rebuilding the proverbial village is the only way forward.

​Canada’s $2.4B AI strategy prioritizes technological innovation but lacks a clear plan for worker protection. ​Experts warn that automation in customer service and entry level roles could disrupt long term career pathways.

The federal government is facing questions over its contradictory stance on the U.S. and Israeli strikes in Iran. While Prime Minister Carney initially offered support, recent remarks suggest growing internal divisions and legal concerns.

Khamenei is dead, but for Canada’s Iranian diaspora, the emotions are complex. Between the joy of a regime’s collapse and the terror of foreign war, a community is grappling with what comes next. Can Iran achieve true freedom from within?

The proposed Alto high-speed rail network is being called a 'fast-track to 50 years of losses.' With an estimated cost of $80B, critics argue the project relies on overly generous demand assumptions and leaves most of the nation out. Is this a nation-building project or an expensive mistake?

Alberta is entering a high-stakes referendum season. Alongside government questions, a citizen-led petition is pushing to ask Albertans if the province should separate from Canada. While 29 per cent favour independence, 65 per cent still want to remain. Will Alberta secede from Canada?

Ontario's transition from supervised consumption to recovery-focused HART Hubs is approaching the one year mark. While staff report some successes in changing lives, critical gaps in housing and treatment beds remain. Overdose calls have hit record highs since the closures.

Is a Mexican cartel war about to make Canadian streets more dangerous? As the CJNG faces a power vacuum, the supply chains for fentanyl reaching the country are at risk of a violent realignment. What happens in Jalisco matters in Canada.

Canada is extending Operation UNIFIER to 2029 and pledging $2B in new military aid. The mission expansion includes 400 armoured vehicles and tougher sanctions on Russian oil exports. Ottawa remains committed to backing Ukraine for as long as it takes.

Declaration calls for converting 20% of churches to housing Places of worship are the second largest holders of land in Canada. A new declaration says they can help solve Canada’s housing crisis. Read more: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/02/23/d...

The debate over school resource officers is back as boards across Canada relaunch police programs. Proponents say officers build vital relationships and keep schools safe, but critics argue that their presence acts as surveillance. Is the return of police the right move for student safety?

Should police be in schools? School boards across Canada are bringing police back into schools. Experts say the Tumbler Ridge shooting may cause others to follow suit. Read more: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/02/20/s...

Canada’s arms export regime has a giant back door. Bill C-233 aims to close the U.S. loophole that allows military goods to flow unmonitored into global conflicts. With a vote coming next week the question is simple: Does integration justify a lack of accountability?

Do U.S.-destined arms exports require better scrutiny? Advocates say better oversight of U.S.-bound military exports is needed as Canadians increasingly query how the U.S. uses its arms. Read more: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/02/18/d...

Researchers in B.C. have unlocked a way to grow vital immune cells from stem cells. This breakthrough could lead to mass produced cancer therapies that are faster and cheaper than current custom treatments.

Most Canadian Olympians go into debt to represent our country. CAN Fund now supports 85 per cent of the winter team to help cover fees and training. With federal funding lagging behind the actual costs of elite sport, private charity is filling the gap.

Portugal decriminalized drugs 25 years ago and today loses 80 people a year to overdoses. Canada loses over 6,000. The difference? Portugal built a unified health system while Canada only changed the laws. Decriminalization is just the start.

Global Affairs Canada has launched a 10 million dollar matching fund to support international relief. Ottawa says the move will help build global trade pathways while supporting the Global South. Will this new strategy help Canada in forming new ties?

Op-Ed: Employers must not abandon hybrid work The costs of forcing employees to work fully from their offices far outweigh the benefits — for both workers and employers. Read more here: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/02/09/o...

Parliament has fast-tracked a 12.4 billion dollar boost to the GST credit. While the Groceries and Essentials Benefit provides immediate relief, it adds to a record 78 billion dollar deficit. Are we trading long-term stability for short-term help?

Hockey has no expiry date. The Ancient Mariners are competing in the 80-plus division at the Ontario Winter Games this week, proving that a competitive spirit can last a lifetime. Passion for the game is permanent.

Ending global hunger requires political will instead of more money. The UN estimates zero hunger would cost less than 1% of global military spending. Yet, aid budgets are being cut. Should we rethink our priorities? Read more on this op-ed here: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/02/03/o...

Jean Chrétien and Stephen Harper just did the unthinkable: they agreed. From the "end of the US empire" to Arctic threats from the south, the former PMs say Canada must drop the partisan fighting to survive. Is it time for a new nationalism?

Canada is shifting its foreign aid strategy, tying international development to national trade goals. The Secretary of State says the move will benefit Canadian businesses and partner nations alike. 🇨🇦 Is aid-for-trade the right path? Read the full interview here:

International experts against Canada’s plan to expand MAID to mental illness by 2027. Psychiatrists can’t reliably prove when mental suffering is truly "irremediable." With a parliamentary review starting Feb. 28, the world is watching. Is patient autonomy worth the medical uncertainty?

The Calgary showdown is here. 4,100 delegates decide if Pierre Poilievre keeps his 71 per cent mandate. With favourability sliding and Carney rising, the "Maple MAGA" era faces its toughest test yet.

Explainer: What are prediction markets? Online betting platforms that allow users to trade contracts on real-world outcomes are going mainstream. But how do these platforms work? Read here to learn more: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/01/28/e...

"No one will know how we lived." Richard Stursberg warns that Canada's literary ecosystem is collapsing. From skewed funding to a shift away from national history, we are losing the books that bind us together. Is it time for structural change?

The CRA should own its errors with COVID benefits Ottawa’s pandemic-era benefits were plagued with problems. So it’s unfair for the CRA to say taxpayers were the wrongdoers. Read more on this commentary: www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/01/26/o...

Older Canadians are losing hope. A new NIA survey shows optimism about aging has hit a record low, fueled by a spike in those who can't afford to retire. Between rising costs and social isolation, the dream of a stable retirement is slipping away for many.

Canada’s decriminalization often feels like "leaving people alone." Portugal does the opposite. Their "Dissuasion Commissions" ensure that if you're caught with drugs, you're in front of health experts within 24 hours. Can Canada do better?