Social Democrats of the North: Phillips Thompson, Labor Reform Songster
The prolific satirist-turned-labour-leader penned the first full account of working-class struggles in 19th century Canada.
Economics for the Working-Class
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A New Democratic Approach for the NDP
There is an opportunity for the New Democratic Party of Canada and its provincial wings to renew their democratic vision, bringing it to the forefront of changing how public policy is made by embracing deeper public learning and deliberation.
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The Rising Tide of Canadian Labour with JP Hornick
JP Hornick explains what’s behind generation-defining wins and the “sea change” in Canadian labour across the public and private sectors.
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What Canadians Can Learn from Progressives Across the Americas
Progressive governments in the Global South should show Canadians how to build a vision for a good society, where transformation for the wellbeing of all Canadians is the goal.
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Canada’s Tax Haven Dilemma with Jared Walker
Jared Walker argues that the revenues generated from tackling Canada’s tax haven problem means Carney’s Cuts to public services are an unnecessary choice.
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Death, Taxes, and Building Canada’s Social Infrastructure
While it may be true that the only certain things in life are death and taxes, it is also true taxes help us live better—and healthier—lives.
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Ottawa Should Confront the Failure of Corporate Tax Policy
Mark Carney stands at a crossroads: continue corporate tax breaks, or deliver an industrial strategy that distributes income more equally among Canadians.
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A Green New Deal to Fight Trump’s Trade War
The fight against Trump’s tariffs is a chance for Canada to lead by aligning clean energy with strong communities, empowered workers, and a high-road industrial strategy that delivers for working people.
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Reclaiming the NDP’s Working-Class Roots Through Public Power
Public ownership of electricity has been one of the great progressive victories in Canadian history—a model that delivered high union density and good jobs for generations.
