How To Fix Trudeau’s Plan To Help Workers During COVID-19
The Federal government’s first phase response does not do enough to protect workers. These six policy ideas would secure everyone’s finances.
Economy
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Alberta’s Fixation With Oil Is Leading The Province To Ruin
Premier Jason Kenney should rethink his giant all-in gamble on oil to solve the province’s problems.
COVID-19 Hasn’t Stopped Ford From Trying To Speedup Future Evictions
Ford’s objective is to spur profit-making and clear out working class people whose homes and tenancies stand in the way.
The Nordics Show Us How To Protect Workers During COVID-19
Nordic states are boosting already generous paid sick leave and employment insurance benefits during the coronavirus pandemic. Canada should follow their lead.
Canada’s Pension Plan Is A Proof Of Concept For Socialism
Critics say socialism cannot work, but the Canada Pension Plan offers surprising proof that it can.
I Was Born Wealthy, And Know Rich People Don’t Work Harder Than You
I never saw exceptional “hard work” or “intelligence” among the members of the class I was born into.
Raising The Minimum Wage Will Save Lives
Precarious and low-wage gigs are eroding the mental health of Canadian workers. Raising the minimum wage could save their lives.
Tim Hortons Is Just Another Exploitative Fast-Food Chain
Tim Hortons has been long regarded as a national icon. But with a growing track record of mistreating and underpaying its workers, Canadians are starting to ditch the double-double.