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Canada’s Africa strategy is a landmark moment for Canada-Africa relations, but still needs work
Canada has taken an important first step towards a more strategic, intentional and mutually beneficial relationship with Africa. But it must provide more concrete plans for its implementation.
Email signatures are harming the planet and could cost people their lives — it’s time to stop using them
It’s time to retire the email signature and take a hard look at improving our communication efficiency.
With a federal election looming, America’s democratic decline has critical lessons for Canadian voters
Democracy is fragile. As a federal election approaches in Canada, it’s important to know the warning signs of extremism and anti-democratic practices that are now routine in the U.S.