A party race does not necessarily guarantee a more democratic outcome. By Sheila Copps First published in The Hill Times on July 22, 2019. OTTAWA—Just last week, the Samara Centre for Democracy denounced the Canadian…
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Why should Canadians shut up about access to safe abortions?
Conservative Party Leader Andrew Scheer says he supports equality for women, paying homage to his own mother who sponsored a refugee group during an immigration announcement last week. But his actions, and those of his…
Parliament Hill will be overrun by women this week
This time, 338 young women will be taking seats in the House of Commons. Daughters of the Vote, a major national gathering spearheaded by the multi-partisan Equal Voice, will be debating key issues facing Canada…
Real Senate scandal? Senators who sit on private boards, it’s a huge conflict
Notwithstanding all Sen. Nancy Ruth’s good work, last week’s cheese outburst will sadly constitute her Senate legacy. By Sheila Copps First published in The Hill Times on April 2, 2015. Notwithstanding all Sen. Nancy Ruth’s…
October is women’s history month
October is women’s history month and there is much to celebrate. However, the advances we have enjoyed are under attack, in Canada and abroad. The Republican candidate for American president thinks the key to women’s…
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