Opinion

Nathan Collett helps make sensible government climate policy. As a policy analyst in the Privy Council Office, this 23-year-old works with a team of social and behavioural scientists to inform Canada’s decision-making so it resonates with the people.

Post-secondary institutions such as U of T should be leading the response to the global environmental threat by offering clear, transparent and detailed proposals backed by genuine accountability.

From Commonwealth heads of government to the World Trade Organization, women leaders are driving real progress despite formidable challenges. But they remain exceptions rather than the norm.

So far, we have avoided the sort of overt politicization of our highest court that has come to define — and may eventually destroy — America’s democracy. But for some reason, Conservatives want to see that change, Max Fawcett writes.

Conversations with farmers in hot and wildfire and flooded areas of B.C. or Fiona-battered, wildfire and flooded areas in Nova Scotia are sprinkled with exclamations of “So much loss!” But even Ontario farmers should prepare for wonky weather.

Some wondered whether a recent town hall meeting to plan the next moves to fight Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's renewables freeze would be a success. The answer was a resounding yes.

Sheila Lewis refused the COVID-19 vaccine that was necessary for her life-saving organ transplant. What her death says about the ongoing war on science and expertise, and the willingness of conservative politicians to participate in it.

To really become a “world leader in the green economy,” Quebec must deploy solid, efficient and effective strategies to decarbonize all of its economy, not just attract new industries in the low-carbon sector.

As a guiding elder for Vancouver’s Society Promoting Environmental Conservation, Carole Christopher is convinced many older people can provide a well of wisdom for young people, their organizations and society. 

We call for a co-ordinated effort that can quickly dispatch resources and establish evacuation plans for all vulnerable communities. Our best ally in establishing such a national command is the Canadian Forces.

Ottawa must take leadership and work with the other two orders of government and builders, developers and the higher education system to co-design a system to build more homes.

Dubious economic decisions? Check. Populist pandering and fear-mongering about global elites? Check. Rural power base? Big-time check. Why Danielle Smith is bringing Social Credit politics back to Alberta, and what it means for its future.

Enbridge has been found guilty of trespassing on Bad River Band territory since 2013, an important step toward permanently closing down this dangerous pipeline.

A national climate disaster insurance program for high-risk properties and for damage not covered by private insurance would help protect many families.

In the midst of one of the worst wildfire seasons in Canadian history, Conservative MPs seem far more interested in eliminating Canada's carbon tax than doing anything about climate change. Will it cost them in the next election — again?