Ottawa Speaks: This Week's Compelling Citizen Letters
Dive into the passionate voices of Ottawa residents as they weigh in on everything from local politics to national issues in this week's curated selection of letters to the editor.
Category : Politics
Alberta Election Rules Under Fire: UCP Voting Changes Criticized
Controversial election rule changes in Alberta face scrutiny as voters report widespread confusion and barriers during recent provincial vote. Critics argue the UCP government's electoral reforms created unnecessary obstacles for citizens trying to exerci
Montreal's Voter Apathy Crisis: Why Elections Don't Matter
Montreal faces a troubling voter apathy epidemic as municipal elections approach. Discover why citizens are disengaging from local politics and what's at stake for Canada's second-largest city.
Montreal's Boring Mayoral Race: Why Safe Politics Dominate
Discover why Montreal's mayoral candidates are playing it safe with conventional platforms, and what this means for the city's future direction and voter engagement.
Canada's Reconciliation Crisis: A Nation Divided
An in-depth analysis reveals how Canada's reconciliation agenda is creating division, draining public funds, and threatening national unity. Discover the unintended consequences of current policies.
Toronto Mayor Revives Controversial Municipal Sales Tax Plan
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow faces mounting criticism as she revives plans for a municipal sales tax that could significantly impact residents' wallets and the city's economic competitiveness.
Conrad Black: Canada's Constitutional Crisis Demands Reform
Conrad Black delivers a powerful critique of Canada's constitutional framework, arguing for Senate reform and warning of governmental overreach in this exclusive analysis.
Socialists' Surprising Support for Notwithstanding Clause
Explore the surprising history of how Canadian socialists once championed the notwithstanding clause as a tool for progressive change, and why their position has dramatically reversed in recent years.
Provinces Must Challenge Diversity Judicial Appointments
Jamie Sarkonak argues Canadian provinces should resist federal judicial selection policies prioritizing diversity over merit, threatening judicial independence and quality.
James Moore: Canada's Most Critical Budget in Decades
As Canada prepares for what former industry minister James Moore calls 'the most critical budget in decades,' key questions about economic competitiveness, productivity, and national priorities demand answers. Discover what's at stake for Canadian taxpaye
Tim Dolighan's New Political Cartoon Targets Government
Renowned Canadian cartoonist Tim Dolighan delivers another sharp political commentary in his November 1st, 2025 cartoon, offering a satirical perspective on current government fiscal policies.
Toronto Readers Sound Off on Transit and Housing Crisis
Toronto residents voice strong opinions on pressing local issues including public transit failures, school zone safety concerns, and the ongoing housing affordability crisis in the GTA.
Massive Orthodox Jewish protest shuts down Jerusalem over IDF draft
Massive demonstration by ultra-Orthodox community brings Israeli capital to standstill in historic protest against mandatory military service requirements.
Police Seek Missing Ontario Duo in U-Haul Truck
South Simcoe Police issue urgent appeal for information about two missing individuals believed to be traveling in a U-Haul cube truck through Ontario communities.
Poilievre to override Supreme Court on child porn ruling
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre pledges to invoke the Constitution's notwithstanding clause to reverse a controversial Supreme Court decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offences.
Sarnia Police Investigate Woman's Suspicious Death
Sarnia police have launched an intensive investigation after a woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a residential area, with authorities treating the case as suspicious.
NY AG Fights Trump Subpoenas in Court
New York Attorney General Letitia James takes legal action to quash Trump administration subpoenas targeting state environmental records in escalating federal-state clash.
Man arrested after teen groped at Surrey bus stop
RCMP makes arrest following disturbing incident at Surrey bus stop where a teenage girl was allegedly groped. Community safety concerns rise as investigation continues.
Two arrested after BC nightclub arson and shooting
RCMP make arrests after violent nightclub attack involving arson and gunfire in northern British Columbia. Exclusive details on the investigation and community impact.
Vancouver Recovery Worker Sentenced for Sexual Assault
A courageous sexual assault survivor faced her abuser in a Vancouver courtroom during a powerful sentencing hearing. Former recovery house worker Rodrigo Hernandez receives jail time for assaulting a vulnerable woman in his care.
Surrey demands 150 more RCMP officers for extortion crisis
Surrey declares public safety emergency as extortion rackets terrorize local businesses. Mayor Locke urges immediate provincial action for 150 additional officers amid growing violence.
Expert: Stab to Heart Caused Regina Man's Death
A forensic pathologist testifies that a single stab wound to the heart caused the death of a Regina man, as new details emerge in the ongoing homicide trial.
Federal inmates escape Manitoba healing lodge - manhunt underway
Two federal inmates have escaped from a minimum-security healing lodge in Crane River, Manitoba, sparking an extensive search operation by RCMP and correctional authorities.
B.C.'s Second Chance to End Pipeline Politics
British Columbia faces a critical opportunity to move beyond divisive pipeline debates and forge a new path for resource development and Indigenous reconciliation.
$50M Funding Boost for Rural Canadian Municipalities
The Canadian government announces a significant $50 million funding increase for rural municipalities through the expanded Canada Community-Building Fund, empowering local communities to address infrastructure priorities.
Creeper Hunter Creator's Bail Hearing Postponed
The controversial creator of the vigilante show 'Creeper Hunter' faces another delay in his bail proceedings as new evidence emerges in the London, Ontario case.
BC Minister Slams 'Disgusting' Pipeline Tax Cut
British Columbia's housing minister denounces a massive property tax assessment cut for the Trans Mountain pipeline, warning of financial consequences for communities across Western Canada.
Victoria Mayor: Bylaw Dept Bullying Findings 'Disappointing'
Victoria's mayor expresses deep concern over workplace bullying investigations within the city's bylaw department, calling for immediate cultural changes and accountability.
Fingal Major Construction: Road Work Starts Monday
Significant road construction in Fingal, Ontario will transform the village's infrastructure starting Monday, bringing temporary disruptions but long-term improvements to water mains and roadways.
Saskatoon murder trial: Witnesses describe victim's final hours
Crown witnesses deliver emotional accounts in the trial of three men accused of first-degree murder in the death of 24-year-old Nykera Brown in Saskatoon.
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