When the Map Speaks: Is Canada Failing the West?
Western Alienation Explained: Map Shows Canada’s Representation Gap
The Freedom Convoy Sentencing — A Call for Proportion
A personal letter to Assistant Crown Attorney Siobhain Wetscher expressing concern that the Crown’s sentencing submissions in the Tamara Lich and Chris Barber case were disproportionate.
Moral Courage and the Future of Conservatism with Andy Crooks
In this engaging interview with Dr. Shawn Whatley, Andy Crooks—lawyer, author, and community organizer—shares his insights on the heart of conservatism and what’s at stake for Canada’s future. From moral courage and cultural identity to freedom, responsibility, and leadership, Andy…
A Bold Proposal: Taxing Wealth to Tackle Debt in British Columbia
I am not nearly as bright and clever as the many civil servants and NDP politicians in Victoria, but I can see the obvious. The Provincial debt is massive and must be repaid. The older people of British Columbia who…
On Land Acknowledgments
At the Canada Strong and Free Conference, I delivered a land acknowledgment with theatrical reverence—and it earned a standing ovation. A critical reflection on performance, politics, and public ritual.
From Boardroom to Backroom: The Flawed Logic of Minister Hodgson
Minister Hodgson defends secret deal-making, but leaving out the public—the true stakeholders—raises serious concerns about transparency, accountability, and leadership.
Justin Trudeau saved his worst for his last
There are many candidates for his worst moments. Black faced dancing, stuffing socks in his pants, and Indian dress-up were not enough. Announcing that Canada was a meaningless post-national state fell short of the mark. Lecturing senior world leaders on…
Alarm Bells Ringing, Pierre Poilievre’s Vision
Edmund Burke said a statesman is one who hears the alarm and finds the remedy for popular discontent. Pierre Poilievre has heard the alarm in Canada and has presented the remedy for popular discontents. Axe the Tax. Build the Homes. …
Witnessing History in Action
Palestinian Parades, a casual observation. I am a child of the 1970s. The first protest I organized was in high school, and we marched to support our demands for a smoking area. We had several marches after that to raise…
Forgive Us Our Sins
How did someone write a reconciliation report and not have a chapter on forgiveness? In my experience, forgiveness is part of reconciliation. It might be acceptance of what happened, he shoplifted. I accept that. Or it might be a higher…