The effect of this broken bargaining system is that skyrocketing demand for long-term care workers has not translated into better wages, but worse wages. Shutting out the for-profit options is not the solution
The fight over the law society elections may be a microcosm of the fractious political clashes happening across our society, but it’s also a battle that raises a fundamental question: is there anywhere left in society that remains free of the culture war?
This week’s Hub Dialogue Roundtable discusses the government’s tepid reaction to recent allegations of Chinese interference in Canadian elections. Plus, introducing the Hub’s annual Hunter Prize for Public Policy.
Some cities are tackling public safety by adding police officers and mental health nurses to the downtown area, but they are also focusing on how to make Canadian cities appealing again, both to residents and tourists.
The history of Russia is told brilliantly in a new book, The Story of Russia, by highly respected Oxford historian Orland Figes. This book is good old fashion history that respects facts and truth while telling an interesting story in contrast to postmodern social history.
The Rosso Piceno is a 50:50 blend of organic Sangiovese and Montepulciano grapes. It is a clean Italian red wine that pairs perfectly with a winter’s night and a hearty meal while you wait for warmer weather to come.
Ottawa doesn’t need a new agency to spur more innovation in the Canadian economy. Rather it could simply implement some time-tested reforms. Studies have shown that lower tax rates promote innovation.
A surprising forecast recently from the International Monetary Fund shows the sanctions against Russia are less effective than even Russian government officials predicted.
This episode of Hub Dialogues features host Sean Speer in conversation with Todd Rose, the CEO of Populace, a U.S.-based research think tank, about his best-selling book, Collective Illusions: Conformity, Complicity, and the Science of Why We Make Bad Decisions.
David Frum joins Sean Speer in coversation about allegations of Chinese foreign interference in the 2019 and 2021 Canadian federal elections, its electoral and national security implications, and broader consequences for Canada’s democracy.
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