Ontario pharmacists can now prescribe for minor ailments. But some pharmacists say they lack the incentive to take on new work
Category: Politics & Policy
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Can Quebec make daycare work for the working class?
A lack of affordable child care during weekends and evenings leaves Jasmine May Dilio, a single parent of two children, with limited job opportunities. Dilio, who lives in Montreal, has worked in factories and as a cleaner but has had difficulty getting and keeping jobs over the years due to the jobs extending into the […]
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Canada watchdog probes Nike over Uyghur forced labor claims
Sporting giant Nike and mining company Dynasty Gold are being investigated in Canada over allegations they used forced labor from China’s Uyghur minority, a Canadian watchdog announced Tuesday. The companies are both “alleged to have or have had supply chains or operations in the People’s Republic of China identified as using or benefitting from the use of Uyghur […]
Posted inThe Interview
Q&A with residents of a homeless encampment
Canadian Affairs visited one of Toronto’s homeless encampments to find out what pushed some residents to the margins of society
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Irving Oil refinery faces uncertain future
With global demand projected to fall, certain North American refineries are vulnerable — Irving’s Saint John refinery included
Posted inProfessional
Judicial vacancies a problem of Ottawa’s making
With many judicial selection committees sitting empty, judicial vacancies are mounting — creating severe problems for Canada’s legal system
Posted inFamily
Social media addiction treatment models gain traction
Quebec is developing Canada’s first public treatment model for internet addiction. However, social media addiction is not yet a recognized condition.
Posted inProfessional
Will companies leave Quebec over new language law?
Quebec language law is creating talent-acquisition challenges and costs for Quebec businesses, prompting some to explore exit options
Posted inPolitics & Policy
What Alberta farmers want from re-elected UCP
United Conservative Party counted on farmers’ support in the May election. Can farmers count on UCP’s support in a tough year?
Posted inCommunity
Centre launches campaign to make Canada more secular
The Centre for Inquiry Canada is advocating for churches to lose their tax breaks. Others say religion is a net benefit to Canada.