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The flag of Canada, waving over the Toronto skyline, to represent Canadian nationalism.

The World

How Canadian Nationalism Is Changing — And Why It Matters

TLDR: Canadian nationalism is evolving into a more inclusive and civic identity rooted in shared values, not ethnicity — and that evolution is far...

The ConversationJuly 3, 2025

A politician in a blue suit promotiong far-right ideas while standing at a podium with a red maple leaf.

The World

How Far-Right Ideas Are Influencing Canadian Politics

TLDR: Far-right ideas are increasingly visible in Canadian politics—from Christian nationalism to populist slogans—raising concerns about their influence on public discourse and policy. The...

The ConversationJune 25, 2025

Features

Canada’s Audiovisual Industry Should Better Reflect the Country’s Diversity

TLDR: Canadian Content Policy limits diversity in the audiovisual industry by excluding creators under outdated citizenship-based rules. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)...

The ConversationMay 22, 2025

A digital art version of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and King Charles.

The World

King Charles to Open Canadian Parliament Under Watchful Eye

Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited King Charles to embark upon a Royal Visit to Canada and open the new session of Parliament on...

The ConversationMay 15, 2025

Three faces of US boycotts, with 'Buy Canadian' painted on each face.

The World

Buy Canadian: US Goods Are Starting To See Global Boycotts

TLDR: Consumers are increasingly turning to ‘Buy Canadian’ movements amid global boycotts of US goods. Explore how these consumer actions are impacting brands and...

The ConversationApril 19, 2025

An AI generated image of an AI cyborg influencing elections.

The World

AI and Elections: A Dangerous New Reality Uncovered

TLDR: A Concordia University simulation reveals how generative AI can flood elections with disinformation, making it harder to separate real from fake. On March...

The ConversationApril 18, 2025

A USA-Canada bridge to highlight the current risks of travelling to States side.

The World

Your Rights and Risks When Travelling to the U.S.

TLDR: Here’s what Canadians (and other tourists) need to know when it comes to rights and risks when travelling through the Canada-U.S. border. Recent...

The ConversationApril 18, 2025

A street market in Toronto, Canada, to emphasize the concept of Buy Canadian.

The World

Buy Canadian: Retailers Are Seeing a Surge in Domestic Sales

TLDR: Canada’s “Buy Canadian” movement is gaining momentum amid trade tensions with the U.S., with consumers and retailers prioritizing local products. Sales of Canadian...

The ConversationApril 11, 2025

Nardwuar with Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh

The World

Nardwuar Interviews Carney, Singh Ahead of 2025 Election

TLDR: Nardwuar interviews 2025 election leaders Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh in two high-energy, highly personal videos that blend politics, music, and charisma. Canadian...

Johnny MazarattiApril 10, 2025

The concept of increasing funding to save Canadian music identity is depicted with a turntable, a maple leaf and bars of gold.

Features

Canada’s Identity Depends on Equitably Supporting Its Music Now

Amid a trade war, sovereignty threats and a federal election campaign, Canada is facing renewed calls for national unity. The need to define, refine...

The ConversationApril 9, 2025

A bird's eye view of a professional Black woman using a laptop.

The World

Canada’s Labour Market Fails Racialized Immigrant Women

TLDR: Despite Canada’s gender equity efforts, racialized immigrant women remain at the bottom of the labour market, facing wage gaps, high unemployment, and systemic...

The ConversationApril 9, 2025