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December 19, 2023

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    What if we stop knowing what’s true from what isn’t?

    “The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.”—George Orwell, 1984.

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    April 1, 2025
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    Since 2007, I’ve been a volunteer on seven election campaigns at the federal, provincial, and municipal level. I have done most tasks that a small…

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    April 1, 2025
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    Are the kids alright? Low-income and food insecurity rising among Ontario’s children

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    March 28, 2025
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    About the authorDavid MacdonaldDavid joined the CCPA as its Senior Ottawa Economist in 2011, although he has been a long time contributor as a research…

    March 28, 2025
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    Canadian tech bros are taking a page out of their U.S. brethrens’ playbook

    About the authorSimon EnochSimon Enoch is the senior researcher for Saskatchewan issues and policies. He holds a BA in Political Science, a Masters in Labour…

    March 27, 2025
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    Trump’s tariff war could compel U.S. companies to flee Canada: that could hurt one in 10 workers

    About the authorRyan RomardRyan Romard (He/Him) is a sociologist, research analyst, and data science enthusiast. Ryan has several years of experience conducting survey research in…

    March 27, 2025
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    March 25, 2025
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