Political observers may downplay the importance of a women’s budget. But those of us who witnessed the equality stall under Conservative prime minister Stephen Harper aren’t likely to let it happen again. By SHEILA COPPS…
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Kim Campbell tells it like it is
It is incomprehensible how many women on Fox and CNN news networks appear to have breast enhancements, bottled hair and perfectly toned bare arms. Can you imagine Peter Mansbridge reading the news in a muscle…
I guess I’m just a feminist bitch, nothing wrong with ‘peoplekind’
If the first instinct of our prime minister is to push the envelope for inclusive language change, I say go for it. No apology necessary. By SHEILA COPPS First published on February 12, 2018 in…
Fifty shades confused by spate of sexual harassment accusations
Me-too mantra says all accusers must be believed. But when the facts are faceless or uncorroborated, what happens to fairness? The second element of confusion stems from the definition of sexual harassment. By SHEILA COPPS…
Brown’s fall lucky for Wynne
Ontario may go to the polls next June with a woman leader in every party. In a curious twist, last week’s harassment allegation may put a woman in the premier’s chair. By SHEILA COPPS First…
Liberals take the Goldilocks approach to carbon pricing
Usually, decision documents referred to cabinet include three potential options for approval. One is too hot, one is too cold, and one is just right. The middle ground tends to represent the choice of perfect…
Iconic Canadian Tim Hortons takes a hit
The ugly showdown between Unifor and Tim Hortons shows just how far this iconic donut shop has drifted from its humble beginnings on Ottawa Street in east Hamilton. By SHEILA COPPS First published on Monday,…
Want my advice? Keep Trudeau out of the limelight for a while
This may seem counterintuitive, as their charismatic leader is still the Liberals’ best weapon. But the longer he stays in politics, the more Justin Trudeau runs the risk of becoming just another boring politico. By…
Last week’s byelections burst the Ottawa bubble
Mid-term report cards on the governing Liberals have been flagging. They were unanimous in predicting the honeymoon was over. But four byelections in other parts of the country told a different story. By SHEILA COPPS…
AFN throws wrinkle into rollout of legalizing pot
Last week, the AFN announced the formation of a committee to study how aboriginal territories will implement their own regulations. By SHEILA COPPS First published on Monday, December 11, 2017 in The Hill Times. OTTAWA—As…
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