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3 days ago | rabble.ca | Sarah Sahagian

Dear rabble readers, This April, rabble.ca proudly celebrated 24 years of delivering “news for the rest of us.” While we’re heartened by the progress we’ve made, independent journalism like ours still relies on the steadfast support of readers like you. That’s why our annual summer fundraising campaign remains a vital part of sustaining our work. This summer, don’t miss our upcoming Off the Hill political panel where we’ll dive into critical conversations around climate policy and climate justice.

1 week ago | rabble.ca | David Suzuki

It’s good to see ideas such as increasing self-sufficiency and diversifying trade partners emerging in response to U.S. attacks on Canada’s economy and threats to our sovereignty. As usual, though, the fossil fuel industry and its supporters are taking advantage of this “crisis” to push for more oil and gas infrastructure, particularly pipelines.

1 week ago | rabble.ca | Nick Seebruch

Since the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission was published in 2015, with its 94 Calls to Action, much more attention has been focused on recognizing the harms of colonization. Still, many of us wonder how we can involve ourselves in reconciliation in a meaningful, sincere, way. Reconciliation means much more than setting aside a month or a day to support and learn about Indigenous history. While gestures are important, how do we apply reconciliation in our own lives?

1 week ago | rabble.ca | Karl Nerenberg

Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Liberal colleagues have got to be happy with the reaction to the Speech from Throne King Charles III delivered – on their behalf – on Tuesday, May 27. The Official Opposition Conservatives took issue with the Speech, naturally. Taking issue with the government of the day is a key piece of any Official Opposition’s job description. But their criticism was muted.

1 week ago | rabble.ca | Paul Kahnert

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, like Conservatives across Canada, is hell bent to get rid of every regulation and law that prevents his corporate friends from maximizing profits. Completely ignoring the climate crisis, Bill 5 lets corporations do whatever they want no matter what harm it does to the environment or people. It is not a surprise; Ford has already legislated removal of inconvenient red tape regulations that protect the people in healthcare, education and housing.