Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) is a research organization that operates independently and without political bias, focusing on matters related to social and economic fairness. It stands out as one of the prominent progressive influences in discussions about public policy in Canada.

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Canada’s murky North American future

1 week ago | policyalternatives.ca | Stuart Trew

Mark Carney wisely didn’t promise Canadians a miracle before travelling to Washington this week for a first official meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The PM also didn’t say much at all about his intentions, leaving the public and the media to speculate about what might be achieved in such a short visit. Now that it’s over, I don’t think anyone can honestly say we are any clearer on the state or future of Canada-U.S. relations.
Canada has a disinformation problem—and the tools to fix it - CCPA

1 week ago | policyalternatives.ca | Jon Milton |Sondos Kataite

Canadians are increasingly aware of the corrosive effects of disinformation on democratic institutions. The spread of disinformation has catalyzed support for fringe movements and undermined trust in the democratic process. The Canadian government has recognized the detrimental effects of disinformation on Canadian politics and democracy. Other countries have taken decisive steps to tackle disinformation.
Trump’s trade program is sputtering—Canada has an opening - CCPA

2 weeks ago | policyalternatives.ca | Stuart Trew

The federal election returned another Liberal minority to power under the new leadership of former banker Mark Carney. International media is reporting the result as primarily a referendum on Trump. It probably was for many voters, who will be relieved that MAGA-tinged Pierre Poilievre lost his seat south of Ottawa. U.S. liberals are spinning Carney’s win as proof that standing up to Trump works.
Why aren’t political parties talking about the rise in hate in Canada?

2 weeks ago | policyalternatives.ca | Jon Milton

As election day approaches, the campaign trail has been dominated by heated debates over tariffs, trade wars, housing affordability, defence spending and other issues in response to escalating tensions with the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Organizers are pushing to “Vote Palestine” in Canada’s federal election

4 weeks ago | policyalternatives.ca | Jon Milton |Changiz M. Varzi

Since Prime Minister Mark Carney dissolved Parliament and called a snap election, party leaders have focused their campaigns on economic issues, including the U.S. tariff war and tax cuts—but that’s not the only issue on the agenda. Activists and human rights organizations across Canada have formed the Vote Palestine campaign, and are pushing candidates to take a stand on Israel’s genocide in Gaza, which has claimed at least 51,000 lives.
Election debates are this week—here’s what leaders should be talking about - CCPA

4 weeks ago | policyalternatives.ca | Jon Milton

When the party leaders face off in the Radio-Canada building in Montreal on Wednesday for a French language debate—and then on Thursday in English—it will be the first time that they outline their programs in the presence of one another. They will be trying to woo the public and come across as the right person for the job—in particular, the job of staring down an increasingly belligerent United States, led by Donald Trump.
How to vote in Canada now that you are a citizen

1 month ago | policyalternatives.ca | Jon Milton |Jialin Zheng

It’s election time in Canada, and citizens of this country—both those born into citizenship and those who have gained it—are getting ready to vote. If you are a new citizen, then that means you!First of all, congratulations on becoming a Canadian. The right to vote is undoubtedly one of the most important rights that come with your newly obtained citizenship. With the looming federal election, you might have some questions about how to vote for the first time—and you are not alone.
The rise of zany conspiracy theory politics

1 month ago | policyalternatives.ca | Luke LeBrun

British Columbia has long had a reputation as Canada’s most progressive province. But on the morning after the 2024 provincial election, British Columbians woke up to the bizarro reality that a far-right party, previously relegated to the fringes of B.C. politics, had elected a slate of extreme candidates and came within a whisker of forming government.
If you value democracy, stop expecting free news

1 month ago | policyalternatives.ca | Antonia Zerbisias

Last January’s panic over Meta overlord Mark Zuckerberg’s firing of Facebook fact checkers once again revealed a sense of entitlement among many Canadian users who sanctimoniously posted that they were jumping ship. That sense first arose in 2023, when Ottawa demanded that Meta compensate our media for profiteering from their content. Refusing to pay, Zuckerberg banned news links posted north of the 49th. That sparked outrage—misdirected outrage—against Justin Trudeau.
Letter from the Chair: Welcome Peggy Nash

2 months ago | policyalternatives.ca | Nora Loreto

On behalf of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives’ Board of Directors, I’m happy to announce that Peggy Nash will be the CCPA’s new executive director. Nash is a highly accomplished and widely respected leader in Canada’s progressive movement. She understands the historic significance of the Trumpian moment we’re in and is highly qualified to lead the CCPA through these turbulent times.