Canadian Author and Activist
As an observer of foreign affairs, I’ve often written about the hypocrisy of Liberal and Conservative governments’ failure to uphold “an international rules-based order” despite claims of its importance. In the case of Israel, the duplicity is even more glaring. Our governments, past and present, repeatedly fail to uphold Canadian law. Activists have long shown... Continue Reading →
Canada’s top politicians were recently served a notice of intention to seek prosecution for aiding and abetting Israel’s war crimes in Gaza. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, National Revenue Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Justice Minister Arif Virani were warned they could be liable and face charges before the International Criminal Court... Continue Reading →
A little over a month ago eight miners disappeared in a flood at a Canadian-run mine in Burkina Faso. The men’s deaths should elicit more discussion of Canadian mining policy in Africa. On Tuesday four of their bodies were found. At this point it’s exceedingly unlikely the other miners working for Vancouver-owned Trevali remain alive. As... Continue Reading →
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