Open this photo in gallery: Potatoes, often overlooked, are regaining recognition as a nutritional powerhouse.HUIZENG HU/Getty Images The Potato Renaissance: Beyond Fries and Towards Functional Foods For decades, the humble potato has suffered an image problem. Lumped in with processed snacks and unfairly demonized in low-carb diets, its nutritional value has been largely ignored. But … Read more
As Parliament prepares to resume session Monday after a six-week break, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has publicly called on the Prime Minister to demonstrate tangible results. The call came in the form of a letter to Mark Carney, referencing Carney’s recent speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Conservative Proposals and Criticism Mr. … Read more
The Art World’s Tightrope Walk: Politics, Censorship, and the Future of Acquisitions The recent turmoil at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), stemming from a vote against acquiring a work by Nan Goldin due to her political statements, isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a symptom of a growing tension within the art world: how do … Read more
Hootsuite Inc. is once again providing services to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), more than five years after a previous contract sparked employee backlash and a public reversal. Internal communications reveal the Vancouver-based social media management company secured a $95,000 pilot project with ICE in September, building on existing work with Customs and Border … Read more
The NFL’s Coaching Carousel: A Sign of Shifting Priorities? The recent firing of Sean McDermott by the Buffalo Bills, despite a remarkably consistent run of regular-season success, isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a potent signal of a growing trend in the NFL: regular season dominance is no longer enough. The league is increasingly focused on … Read more
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza: A New Model for Post-Conflict Governance? The announcement that Mark Carney, alongside figures like Tony Blair and Jared Kushner, will join Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza’s future governance has sent ripples through the international community. While the details remain sparse, this initiative signals a potential shift … Read more
Twenty Years in Isolation: A Turning Point for Mental Healthcare in Canada? The recent Ontario Court of Appeal ruling regarding Camelot Hamblett, a man who has spent two decades in near-total seclusion within a forensic mental health facility, isn’t just a victory for one individual. It’s a stark indictment of a system struggling to balance … Read more
Canada’s Streaming Act: A Trade Chip on the Brink? Canada finds itself in a precarious position as it heads into renegotiations for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The choice appears to be stark: defend its supply management system for dairy, or potentially sacrifice the recently passed Online Streaming Act. This legislation, designed to regulate online audio … Read more
Venezuela’s Oil Future: A Seismic Shift for Global Markets The recent developments in Venezuela, as reported by The Globe and Mail, signal a potential upheaval in the global oil landscape. The prospect of U.S. control over Venezuela’s vast oil reserves – the largest proven reserves globally – isn’t just a geopolitical event; it’s a potential … Read more
Ontario NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa is navigating profound grief while continuing his work representing the riding of Kiiwetinoong. He is grappling with the sudden loss of his wife, Pearl, who passed away in June after a rapid decline in health. A Personal Loss, A Public Life A painting by Pearl hangs in Mr. Mamakwa’s office … Read more