Young architects and designers will be able to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The decision to save 24 Sussex and engage the country in its restoration was courageous and timely. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in…
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The story of Canada needs to be told in Alberta
To date, an anti-Ottawa political perspective has transformed into an anti-Canada movement. Those of us who love this country need to understand that survival is not guaranteed. If we are not willing to fight hard…
Carney is conscious of his current fragile standing in the environmental community
Fast-tracking projects has definitely been the priority. But weakening regulations, ranging from pesticide approvals to project environmental assessments, risks tarnishing Mark Carney’s well-earned reputation as an environmental advocate. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill…
Do Canadians deserve clarity on the separation question?
Danielle Smith knows her government has failed to consult First Nations and Métis before the referendum. She will have a tough time convincing Albertans that she believes in Canada since she has been the main…
Guilbeault’s exit is the best of a bad scenario for Liberals
After seven years in government, Steven Guilbeault has come to the conclusion that politics is not the place for his environmental contribution. He is right. Politics is the art of the possible, not the art…
Prime minister, don’t take women’s support for granted
Changes to environmental legislation is the kind of under-the-radar political discussion that will not likely make front page news. But it is the kind of change that could alienate women who tend to focus more…
Polling numbers tracking Carney eerily similar to Dief’s
Current polling shows Prime Minister Mark Carney wins on global leadership. But support for the Conservatives remains strong on domestic issues. And at the end of the day, Canadians usually vote on pocketbook issues. By…
Arts and culture contributed $65-billion to Canadian economy in 2024, the government should be listening
Performing arts groups have been lobbying the government to create a new live performance tax credit. Let’s hope the finance minister mentions this proposal in his economic statement because it truly is an investment for…
Gladu’s gift to the Liberals may turn out to be a Trojan horse
In a post-Trump political scenario, Mark Carney will need to build his bona fides on the left. Liberal Marilyn Gladu will make that harder. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on April 20,…
Make the right call on 24 Sussex
This is not simply a test of construction and security issues. It is a test of whether the Canadian government actually respects history. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on March 23, 2026.…