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Next week will mark the end of government funding to investigate the truth and impact of residential schools through the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Do Canadians now understand their complicity in First Nations' health and social challenges? Community organizer Natalie Robinson examines this dark part of our history as the TRC comes to an end.
The last leader of Canada's federal Progressive Conservative Party will, we are told, announce his resignation from politics today. That person is Peter MacKay, Prime Minister Stephen Harper's current Minister of Justice. What kind of mark does he leave on federal politics? Read Parliamentary reporter Karl Nerenberg's take on what it all means.
Aboriginal people are overrepresented in prisons, but significantly underrepresented in the administration of the justice system. The recent Supreme Court decision in the Kokopenace case was a grim reminder of this problem. In our Pro Bono column this month, lawyer Shelina Ali breaks down the significance of the decision for Indigenous rights in Canada.
Classes have resumed in three striking school districts in Ontario -- and while teachers will comply with the labour board ruling that sends them back to work, they say this labour dispute isn't over. Find out what's at stake in Ella Bedard's report on the situation.
Chris Lloyd's thumbs-up shot with Stephen Harper has been making rounds on the Internet. Now the ex-Conservative MP candidate speaks out on why he fooled the Tories with his political art project. Get all the details in Megan Devlin's exclusive interview!
This week's top news
First all-Indigenous Greenpeace delegation stands up against Big Oil
The My Esperanza Mission is sailing along Canada's West Coast to connect communities opposing pipelines and supertankers and to draw attention to the high potential of an oil spill.
By Erica Commanda
This week in labour: Some cringe-worthy Conservative gaffes and much, much, more!
Sometimes, it can be hard to explain just how and why this government isn't working for workers. But this week, they made it super easy! Thanks y'all.
By Ella Bedard
You don't need to spy to know what we think! Follow the #StopC51 protests here.
On May 30, protesters will gather across Canada to stop Bill C-51. Find your local protest here as well as some vital reads on the dangers of Bill C-51.
By rabble staff
How can progressives win the next election? George Lakoff has a few ideas.
Canadian progressives need to become more successful in promoting their worldviews and values in the public arena. George Lakoff expands on the concept of political framing and Canadian politics.
By Ryan Meili
Ordered back to work, Ontario teachers say this labour dispute isn't over
Ontario teachers will comply with the labour board ruling that sends them back to work, but strikes could resume on June 10.
By Ella Bedard
Report finds Kinder Morgan proposal violates First Nation legal principles
In a report that is the first of its kind, the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation evaluate Kinder Morgan's expansion proposal according to their principles and say no.
By Christina Gray
Lack of funding number 1 problem for Toronto transit, say activists
The funding of the TTC has often been a source of debate among Toronto residents and politicians. TTC activists state that funding is the best fix, not private partnerships.
By Jessica Vomiero
Vote 'Yes': Defend the right to mobility in the Vancouver transit referendum
The Vancouver transit referendum will conclude May 29. For those who have not yet voted, remember to consider people with disabilities and the right to mobility before you cast your vote.
By Bet Tuason, Beth McKellar
Left Forum unites progressive voices at 'No Justice, No Peace' conference
The world needs revolutionary change urgently. This year, the Left Forum 2015 conference is a unifying cry reflecting all the movements around the world challenging the same system.
By George Ygarza
This week's top blogs
When talking about women's underwear, why the hell would we include men?
Apparently women's lingerie is still the path to feminist liberation. Only this time thongs are out and full-bottomed underwear is in.
By Raluca Bejan
As corporate charity replaces social programs, where are governments?
Corporations are turning important social concerns into marketing campaigns for profit. Why are private companies seemingly able to do what our governments no longer can?
By Stephen Kimber
Is anyone seriously surprised Alberta's books might be in worse shape than we were told?
The Notley Government unquestionably won a mandate to start fixing the problems left by generations of PCs, and that includes taxes and royalties.
By David J. Climenhaga
Vancouver upset that it might really be boring after all
After The Economist offhandedly called Vancouver "mind-numbingly boring," many people were quick to defend the city. But the real story is that we're all afraid it's true.
By Michael Stewart
Are worries about Harper slipping back into power exaggerated?
A great many Canadians are highly fearful that 'vote-splitting' will allow Harper to slip back into power. How legitimate is that fear? It may be overblown.
By Karl Nerenberg
Why Harper might want to start wearing a paper bag over his head: This week's blogs roundup
This week's blogs roundup includes posts about boycotting Dalhousie and Queen's, TRCC, and why Stephen Harper might want to start wearing a paper bag over his head.
By Lenée Son
This is what a feminist looks like
Sixth in a seven-part series about sexual assault. Feminism is the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities. A feminist is any person who supports feminism.
By Doreen Nicoll
This week's top columns
Harper's trade deals are a poison pill for democracy
There are signs that some countries are trying to get governing power back from transnational corporations. But no country seems as determined as Canada to jettison the powers of government.
By Murray Dobbin
The Kokopenace case and Aboriginal representation in the administration of justice
Aboriginal people are overrepresented in prisons, but significantly underrepresented in the administration of the justice system. The decision in the Kokopenace case was a reminder of this problem.
By Pro Bono, Shelina Ali
Ontario home care is a system in crisis
The Ontario government has a new plan for home care that promises increased funding and improvements. But are these enough in a system threatened by privatization, market-modelled care and austerity?
By Julie Devaney
The inevitable autonomous auto
Humans are dreadful drivers. That's why companies like Google, Ford and Uber want cars to drive themselves. So, are autonomous autos inevitable?
By Wayne MacPhail
The efficient vote to #HeaveSteve
In the first-past-the-post system, as in Canada, when voters want to reject a government, they make an efficient vote by turning to the party the best placed to defeat it.
By Duncan Cameron
Canadian citizen asks court to declare him… Canadian citizen
On May 26, Canadian citizen Deepan Budlakoti goes to court in an effort to be recognized as a Canadian citizen. Although he was born in Canada, the federal government has rendered him stateless.
By Matthew Behrens
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