A lot of AI discourse masks the fact that it is the result of a series of policy choices. Despite the government evoking Margaret Thatcher’s infamous “there is no alternative,” we do have a choice. And we should be serious about what that choice is.
A guide to standing up to book bans and beyond, and how to protect and strengthen public education in Canada
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Inadequate supports for workers impacted by Trump’s tariff war; no new public service investments

Funding constraints make it challenging for municipalities to address social issues without senior levels of support.

The federal government commissioned an industry-dominated task force on the pharmaceutical sector

This is a joint submission on behalf of CCPA-NS and the MacKillop Centre for Social Justice.

Shift Storm newsletter—CCPA’s monthly newsletter which focuses on the intersection of work and climate change. September 2026 edition.

Evaluating Canadian federal, provincial, and territorial government efforts to develop local procurement policies

Recognizing care as a larger public good is fundamental to a truly inclusive, sustainable and economically prosperous country

The care economy is fundamental to a truly inclusive, sustainable and economically prosperous country.

The CCPA-NS’ budgetary submission is based on the priorities that were outlined in the Nova Scotia Alternative Budget 2026.
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