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Big Oil nurtured 'petro-populists;' now they’re driving separatist cause #abpoli
Ford is a dangerous authoritarian #onpoli
https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/ford-is-a-dangerous-authoritarian/
Despite what his detractors in the western provinces say, Avi Lewis might be laying out a practical path for the NDP’s future. #canpoli
https://rabble.ca/columnists/avi-lewis-may-be-onto-something/
Alberta separatists deliver their petition signatures. A similar petition calling for the province to remain in Canada received over 100,000 more signatures, and in a shorter time frame. #abpoli
https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/alberta-separatists-deliver-their-petition-signatures/
NDP and unions continue to push for repeal of section 107 of the Labour Code #canpoli
Canada has long historic diplomatic ties to Cuba. Mexico has stepped up to offer support as the country weathers an oil blockade from the US, Canada should do the same. #canpoli
https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/canadian-generosity-and-cuba/
Birds and insects are disappearing. That should worry us all #climatecrisis
https://rabble.ca/environment/birds-and-insects-are-disappearing-that-should-worry-us-all/
Federal bodies, like the federal Finance Committee, regularly consult the same groups and organizations over and over. Doing so leaves out voices and perspectives of many Canadians, including women in business.
https://rabble.ca/columnists/who-is-actually-driving-canadas-business-agenda/
‘When you pay hospitals according to diagnosis, the incentive is to increase or otherwise modify your diagnosis so your hospital will make more money’ - Dr. Ross #abpoli
Story by David J. Climenhaga
https://rabble.ca/health/ucp-re-announces-its-patient-focused-hospital-funding-scheme-its-still-a-bad-policy/
rabble's coverage of the opening speeches of the 2026 NDP convention. #NDPleadership2026 #NDPconvention2026
https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/ndp-2026-convention-opens-with-message-of-hope-and-a-wake-up-call/
Prime minister Mark Carney’s military spending not only risks global conflict, but also will seriously worsen the climate crisis. #canpoli
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Mark Carney has announced an ambitious plan to create 15 national urban parks in the next four years.
https://rabble.ca/columnists/how-canada-can-reach-a-target-of-15-national-urban-parks-by-2030/
Building a more militant labour movement with Émile Lacombe #canlab
https://rabble.ca/podcast/building-a-more-militant-labour-movement-with-emile-lacombe/
Curb that Yellow Dog! Private Members Bill targets employer-collusive unions #canlab
2025 was a significant year for progressive news. See how it was covered here at rabble.
https://rabble.ca/general/rabbles-2025-annual-report-is-out-now/
The Canada-US-Mexico free trade agreement comes up for renegotiation this July. #canpoli
https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/rabble-qa-with-privy-council-office-on-cusma-review/
Alberta UCP MLA Rebecca Schulz quietly resigned her seat in the Legislature two weeks ago #abpoli
More than 100 unionized jobs lost in Toronto after grocery service changes facilities #toronto
Government hands the job to stacked MLA committee that will act in its partisan interest. #canpoli
Curb that Yellow Dog! Private Members Bill targets employer-collusive unions #canpoli
Danielle Smith is seeking a national security clearance 📰 #canpoli
Protected area targets face potential pitfalls
https://rabble.ca/environment/protected-area-targets-face-potential-pitfalls/
Our ancestors have developed many magnificent creation stories.
Here are five Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ books to celebrate Pride Month. #pride #pridemonth
https://rabble.ca/lgbtiq/here-are-five-canadian-2slgbtqia-books-to-celebrate-pride-month/
Is the Alberta Prosperity Project having trouble getting signatures for separation petition #albertanews
New Play Explores McCarthyism in the Time of Trump #artsnews
https://rabble.ca/arts/new-play-explores-mccarthyism-in-the-time-of-trump/
Donald Trump’s war in the Persian Gulf has killed hundreds of innocent people in 131 Iranian cities sparking increased inflation in Canada which will affect contract negotiations over the next year. An interview with Jim Stanford, the economist and executive director of the Centre for Future Work.
https://rabble.ca/podcast/trumps-vanity-war-and-inflation-in-canada/
“Outspoken” is an autobiography of Betty Baxter chronicling her life and pioneering work in advocating for queer athletes. #pridemonth
https://rabble.ca/books/the-heroic-life-of-betty-baxter-athlete-and-activist/
Migrant farmworker advocates to submit complaint to UN Human Rights Committee #canlab
ICYMI: Five of Canada’s most groundbreaking disability advocates and influencers that are helping ensure a more equitable society for all.
🎧 Millennials, motherhood and ‘life after ambition’ with Amil Niazi #podcast #motherhood
https://rabble.ca/podcast/millennials-motherhood-and-life-after-ambition-with-amil-niazi/