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Star Economist Isabella Weber: “Companies Use Inflation As Excuse To Raise Prices”

She is currently one of the most sought-after economists in the world: Isabella Weber is an expert on price trends and inflation – and is considered the “inventor” of the gas price cap. She has been awarded the Kurt Rothschild … Continue reading

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Trump’s Relentless Lies Demand We Make Truth-Telling Great Again

“Trump’s relentless lies demand we make truth-telling great again.” by Henry Giroux, McMaster University U.S. President Donald Trump is a serial liar who appears to exult, if not take pride, in every petty deceit, particularly if it casts him into … Continue reading

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3 Ways To Encourage Kids To Be More Charitable And Kind This Holiday Season

“3 ways to encourage kids to be more charitable and kind this holiday season,” by Hali Kil, Simon Fraser University With the holiday season just around the corner, families and households will soon be gathering to give and receive gifts. Many … Continue reading

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For Some Of Peter Nygard’s Victims, Justice Was Delayed But Not Denied

“For some of Peter Nygard’s victims, justice was delayed but not denied,” by Joanna Pozzulo, Carleton University Canadian fashion designer Peter Nygard was charged with five counts of sexual assault and one count of forcible confinement occurring in his downtown Toronto … Continue reading

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The Rise Of The Irate Customer: Post-Pandemic Rudeness

“The rise of the irate customer: Post-pandemic rudeness, and the importance of rediscovering patience,” by Laura Hambley, University of Calgary and Madeline Springle, University of Calgary If you find yourself being more impatient than ever before when interacting with people in … Continue reading

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On World Children’s Day, Let’s recognize That Children’s Rights Include Mental Health

“On World Children’s Day, let’s recognize that children’s rights include mental health,” by André Plamondon, Université Laval; Nicole Racine, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa, and Tracy Vaillancourt, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa World Children’s Day is Nov. 20, when we celebrate the importance … Continue reading

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Women In Politics: To Run Or Not To Run?

“Women in politics: To run or not to run?” by Semra Sevi, University of Toronto Editor’s note: This story is part of a series that includes live interviews with Canada’s top social sciences and humanities academics. Click here to register for … Continue reading

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Mental Health Needs To Be A Cornerstone Of Equity

“Mental health needs to be a cornerstone of equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives,” by Keshav Krishnamurty, York University, Canada Equity, diversity and inclusion programs have become ubiquitous in the workplace. As organizations publicly express their commitment to diversity and inclusion, there … Continue reading

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How Corporate Landlords Are Eroding Affordable Housing

“How corporate landlords are eroding affordable housing — and prioritizing profits over human rights,” by Ateqah Khaki, The Conversation and Vinita Srivastava, The Conversation One factor driving the housing crisis across the country is a shift away from publicly built housing … Continue reading

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Who Are Canada’s ‘Most Historically Significant’ Women?

“Who are Canada’s ‘most historically significant’ women?” by Donica Belisle, University of Regina and Andrea Eidinger, University of British Columbia Regarding women’s history in this country, most Canadians could use a refresher, according to a recent poll conducted by Historica Canada … Continue reading

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