Erin O’Toole may look back on the day following the first French debate as the turning point in his purposeful path to government. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on September 13, 2021.…
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Trudeau has to get out of the way
There are leading Liberals who can speak on issues like health, childcare, and the environment. Justin Trudeau’s personal unpopularity has become an anchor for the party. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on…
Liberals still have time to pivot
A close race could help push left-leaning voters toward the favoured Liberals, especially if the NDP doesn’t get its act together. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 30, 2021. The first…
No knockout punches thrown on campaign trail yet, but keep an eye on childcare
A close race could help push left-leaning voters toward the favoured Liberals, especially if the NDP doesn’t get its act together. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 23, 2021. Many punches…
Vaccination passports should be an election issue
It is hard to understand how conservative values align with putting people’s health at risk in a global pandemic. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 16, 2021. OTTAWA—Inoculate but keep it…
A solid campaign could deliver a Liberal majority
The election will likely be decided on the strength of who can best manage the post-pandemic economic and social recovery. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on August 9, 2021. OTTAWA—Happy people vote…
My breast cancer is back and I’d be lying if I said I was not scared
I thought long and hard before writing today’s column because I wasn’t sure I wanted to spread my bad news far and wide. But if my experience can help any other person facing a cancer…
Saving lives beats vaccine liberty
Armed with today’s knowledge and technology, it only makes sense to issue an international vaccine for anyone who plans to travel. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on July 26, 2021. When does…
Where, oh where, has Elizabeth May gone?
Amid infighting and challenges to Annamie Paul’s leadership, Green MP Elizabeth May has been mostly silent. May’s return as leader would allow the party to limp through the next election with a known quantity. By…
Without McKenna in Ottawa Centre, anything is possible
An internal Liberal fight in Ottawa Centre would sap the strength of party volunteers, and definitely cut into the enthusiasm of key election workers. It would also help the NDP. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in…
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