The Carney Doctrine

In the deep corridors of power where policy is penned and fates are decided, the relationship between Canada and the United States once shimmered with quiet certainty. For over a century, these two North American siblings—born of differing revolutions but intertwined by language and landscape—had shared the longest unmilitarised border in the world and the…

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Alberta’s Financial History and the Myth of Federal Victimhood

By Greg Scott Boom, Bust, and Bailouts Alberta’s political narrative has long leaned on a claim of being exploited by the federal government. From energy disputes to equalization formulas, many provincial leaders have painted Ottawa as an economic antagonist. But Alberta’s financial history tells a more complicated story — one defined by volatility, recurring support…

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The Hudson’s Bay Company

The Hudson’s Bay Company: The Fall of a Canadian Colossus and the Meaning of Its Legacy It began not as a company but as a proposition—an improbable vision hatched in the salons of Restoration England and the bitter snowfields of Rupert’s Land. In 1670, King Charles II granted a royal charter to a syndicate of…

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Canada-Democracy

The Importance of Knowing and Celebrating Canada’s History and Heritage

Greg Scott In an age of rapid change and global uncertainty, the importance of understanding a nation’s history, heritage, and origins cannot be overstated. For a country like Canada — a Western liberal democracy that has built a reputation for social stability, political fairness, economic prosperity, scientific achievement, and cultural richness — a strong understanding…

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The Centre is the Key

The 2025 Canadian Federal Election: The Race to the Centre and the Silence on Woke Issues As Canada heads into the 2025 federal election, both the Liberal and Conservative parties are intensely focused on capturing the political centre—a space where elections are often won or lost. With the New Democratic Party (NDP) in steep decline…

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The Leadership Race

As the Liberal Party of Canada prepares to elect a new leader on March 9, 2025, five candidates have emerged to succeed Justin Trudeau. Each brings unique perspectives on key issues such as Canada-U.S. relations, the economy, housing, social policies, and the environment. 1. Mark Carney Background: Former Governor of the Bank of Canada and…

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Politics Canada

Politics Canada Where Facts Matter Welcome to PoliticsCanada.ca, a comprehensive platform dedicated to exploring and documenting the intricate tapestry of Canada’s political landscape. From the early days of Confederation to the dynamic debates of today, our commitment is to present the rich history of politics that has shaped this nation and continues to evolve. We…

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The Emperor Has No Clothes

The Emperor Has No Clothes: The Economic Presidency of Donald TrumpBy Greg Scott From the moment Donald Trump descended that golden escalator in 2015, economic bravado became his trademark. He styled himself as a master of “the deal,” a billionaire business mogul who alone could right decades of economic decline. He spoke often and loudly…

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The Conservative Balancing Act

The Canadian Conservative Party is currently grappling with a significant challenge: distancing itself from associations with right-wing American politics, particularly the brand epitomized by former U.S. President Donald Trump. This association has been further complicated by Trump’s provocative suggestions that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state, a notion that has ignited a surge of…

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