Here’s Why Electoral Reform Isn’t Dead in Canada

Here’s Why Electoral Reform Isn’t Dead in Canada

Have you ever heard vehement declarations from armchair critics and jaded pundits that proportional representation is arguably, arguably, and irrevocably dead as a doornail? News, events and more from Tyee and some of our partners Learn About Today’s ‘War Against Journalists’ David Beers will sound a rescue alarm for Canadian news media at his Southam…

Jagmeet Singh says the Canada Health Act could be used to challenge private health care. Could it?

Jagmeet Singh says the Canada Health Act could be used to challenge private health care. Could it?

Federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has warned that privatization is creeping into the public health system. recently, Ontario Premier Doug Ford He announced that he wanted to give privately owned for-profit clinics a bigger role. These facilities are private sector operated clinics that receive public funding from the Ontario Health Insurance Program (OHIP) and provide…

Canada spends millions on safe sport. It’s not going where it’s needed

Canada spends millions on safe sport. It’s not going where it’s needed

This story is part of a continuing investigation by CBC News and Sports into abuse in amateur sport in Canada. Read all of the reporting here. Canada’s sports system remains in a crisis — at a breaking point even — as parents, sports organizations and officials at all levels continue to struggle with keeping players safe from…

Canada spends millions on safe sport. It’s not going where it’s needed

Canada spends millions on safe sport. It’s not going where it’s needed

This story is part of a continuing investigation by CBC News and Sports into abuse in amateur sport in Canada. Read all of the reporting here. Canada’s sports system remains in a crisis — at a breaking point even — as parents, sports organizations and officials at all levels continue to struggle with keeping players safe from…

What you need to know about the decriminalization of possessing illicit drugs in B.C.

What you need to know about the decriminalization of possessing illicit drugs in B.C.

Starting Tuesday, it is no longer a crime in BC for anyone over the age of 18 to possess small amounts of certain illegal drugs. This was part of a three-year federal pilot that granted BC an exemption from the Controlled Substances and Substances Act (CDSA). May 31, 2022. Advocates for drug users say Decriminalization…

Yazidis plead with Canada not to repatriate ISIS members

Yazidis plead with Canada not to repatriate ISIS members

The imminent return of alleged ISIS members to Canada is traumatic and worrying for those invited to Canada as a safe haven after a terrorist group nearly destroyed their ancient communities in northern Iraq. , brought fear. “When I first heard the news, I felt my body lose strength,” Huda Ilyas Al-Hamad told CBC News…

Canada rapid housing program missing deadlines: CMHC

Canada rapid housing program missing deadlines: CMHC

Ottawa – The federal government has set aside billions of dollars to rapidly build affordable housing across the country, but construction delays have pushed many of the projects approved for funding past their deadlines. It suggests that The Rapid Housing Initiative is a federal program launched in 2020 that funds cities and nonprofits to build…

Toxic metals in chocolate? Health Canada finds levels not concerning following U.S. report – National

Toxic metals in chocolate? Health Canada finds levels not concerning following U.S. report – National

Last month, Consumer Reports (CR) reported dozens of dark chocolate Products sold in the United States contain cadmium and lead. These two heavy metals can cause a variety of health problems, including kidney damage and immune system suppression, in both children and adults. Products featured in the report include popular brands of chocolate such as…

Michael Peterman: Canada and the international hockey world

Michael Peterman: Canada and the international hockey world

This winter has been a remarkable display of Canadian unity. It was his two-week drama of triumphant junior hockey played out in Moncton, New Jersey and Halifax, New South Wales. Two maritime cities about two hours apart by highway, which belatedly replaced Moscow as the host of the 2023 Canadian Junior Championships, hosted the games…

As sports betting ads surge in Canada, the quest for order nears Parliament

As sports betting ads surge in Canada, the quest for order nears Parliament

Rafi world famous The Canadian children’s singer wants to talk about sports betting advertising. And then the conversation returned to hockey. “It’s wrong to show ads for sports betting during telecasts of hockey games,” said Raffi. “It’s a family audience. Impressive young people and children are watching.” two of NHL‘s most marketable stars have endorsement…

Canada’s Devin Gibson looking to make mark in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship

Canada’s Devin Gibson looking to make mark in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship

Canadian flyweight Devin (Canadian Assassin) Gibson shows off the action at BKFC Fight Night: New York 2 on March 12, 2022 at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino Event Center.Nick Bespe/Canadian Press Sore hands are nothing new for Devin Gibson. Comes with a bare knuckle fighter territory. “In rounds four and five, it’s really hard…