It would be a huge mistake to think that a right-wing Conservative is unelectable in Canada. In politics, anything is possible. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 8, 2022. OTTAWA—Jean Charest…
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Pope Francis’ apology was a long time coming
This is not only the shame of the Catholic Church and other churches that ran the schools on behalf of the Canadian government. It is the shame of all of us. By Sheila CoppsFirst published…
Sovereignty is back on the political landscape, in Alberta
With sovereignty looming as a potential Alberta issue, it is time for the federal government to engage in Canadian nation building. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on July 25, 2022. OTTAWA—Sovereignty is…
Why does hockey still get top billing when it comes to government financial support?
Hopefully, the minster’s audit will shine a little light into the dark corners of hockey’s dirty, little secrets. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on July 18, 2022. OTTAWA—Hockey is us. When Canada’s…
It looks like the fix is in for the Conservative Party
By retreating into a cone of silence over the specific allegations that led to Patrick Brown’s disqualification, Conservative Party brass stand to delegitimize the whole leadership process. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times…
Time to start calling out the fakers who claim they’re fighting for freedom in our country
Lionizing illegal occupiers has nothing to do with freedom. Instead, it is an attempt to overthrow the social compact that Canada was built on. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on July 4,…
Poilievre’s Canada Day celebrations could blow up in his face
If he doesn’t connect with the truckers who are promising weeks of disruption, he runs the risk of being outed as a non-supporter. If he does stand with the truckers, he runs the counter-risk of…
Rempel Garner must be reading the tea leaves
After devoting 11 years to federal politics, the Calgary-Nose Hill Member of Parliament would be a shoo-in for a senior position if Brown were to win the leadership. Michelle Rempel Garner would likely have been…
Last thing anyone wants is chaos at Canada’s largest airport
But at the end of the day, the bulk of the blame will be borne by the federal government. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on June 13, 2022. OTTAWA—To mask or not…
Canadians may not enjoy a platinum celebration this month, but the monarchy is here to stay
The federal decision not to strike a medal was a lost political opportunity. In every riding in the country, there are individuals and organizations who would appreciate receiving recognition by way of a royal honour.…
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