Author name: Miles Keaton

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Kananaskis Country is more than just a scenic backdrop. For countless Albertans and visitors, it’s a sanctuary—a place of profound recreation, spiritual renewal, and ecological wonder. Yet, this cherished landscape faces a relentless and growing threat: industrial-scale clearcut logging. The push to protect Kananaskis from this practice […]

For years, a single policy prescription has dominated urban planning debates: blanket upzoning. The theory was elegant and compelling. By removing restrictive single-family zoning laws and allowing higher-density housing—like duplexes, triplexes, and low-rise apartments—to be built in all neighborhoods, cities could unleash a wave of new supply. This surge in housing, the logic went, would

For decades, the narrative around major resource projects in Canada has been framed as a battle between economic development and environmental protection. Yet, a more profound and fundamental conflict has moved to the forefront: the assertion of Indigenous sovereignty and self-determination. The protracted and high-stakes struggles over West Coast pipeline projects are not merely about

For decades, Canada’s reputation for orderly, secure, and compassionate borders has been a point of national pride. However, a growing chorus of reports, audits, and on-the-ground accounts suggests this image is dangerously out of date. What we are facing is not a series of isolated incidents, but a systemic border security crisis that undermines public

In an era where public discourse often feels stifled by fear and formal complaints, a bold move from Alberta is challenging the status quo. The province’s recent Protection of Free Speech in Professions and Occupations Act has ignited a crucial national conversation. Championed by figures like Dr. Jordan Peterson and Amy Hamm, this legislation directly

In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical fault lines and complex security challenges, nations are re-evaluating their alliances. The recent announcement of a new strategic partnership between Canada and Sweden marks a significant evolution in transatlantic cooperation. Far from a routine diplomatic agreement, this pact signals a profound alignment of two like-minded democracies determined to

For years, the dominant narrative in global finance and policy has been one of a stark choice: economic growth versus environmental and social values. This framework forced leaders, investors, and corporations into seemingly zero-sum trade-offs. However, a recent and significant move by one of the world’s most influential financial figures suggests this binary thinking is

The challenge laid before Canada is both monumental and non-negotiable: to attract and deploy an unprecedented $1 trillion in private capital toward building a competitive, clean economy. This isn’t just an environmental imperative; it’s the defining economic opportunity of our generation. While the figure may seem daunting, the path to achieving it isn’t a mystery.

A recent wave of surveys reveals a stark reality in Canadian workplaces: a significant portion of the workforce views artificial intelligence with apprehension, skepticism, and outright fear. Headlines touting job displacement and sci-fi narratives of rogue algorithms have cast a long shadow, creating a significant trust gap. For employers, this presents a critical challenge and

The twinkling lights are up, the festive music is playing, and the holiday shopping lists are growing. Yet, for many Canadians, this season of giving comes with a complex and pressing question: Do I chase the best deal or make a conscious choice to buy Canadian? This annual tradition has become a poignant tug-of-war between