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Canada
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In Conservatives’ Canada, It’s Not Easy Being Green
Canadau2019s police and security agencies think citizens concerned about the environment are threats to national security, and some are under surveillance, documents reveal.
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Gun Crazy: Why Is America Different From Other Countries?
What is the difference between gun violence in the US as compared to Canada? Some hint might be found in the public response to these tragedies.
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Climate Rally Draws “Line in the Sand” on Canadian Pipeline
The largest climate rally in U.S. history is expected Sunday against the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline.
A Good Use of Heartbeats: An Interview With First Nations Activist Caleb Behn
Hailing from Dene in Northeastern British Columbia, Caleb grew up with the oil and gas industry.
Idle No More: From Grassroots to Global Movement
After sparking a massive movement of First Nations people and allies in Canada, Idle No More is building a global movement to challenge a global ecological crisis.
The Ugly Canadian: Harper Policy in Latin America
Canada has been openly hostile to Venezuela and leftward swing in Latin America - except in Cuba where Canada has large commercial interests.
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First Nations Logging Blockade in Canada Passes 10th Year as “Idle No More” Support Grows
Like Idle No More, in Grassy Narrows the movement is being led by women.
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Indigenous Peoples in Canada Launch Blockades and Actions in Support of Chief’s Hunger Strike
Hunger strike by Chief Theresa Spence against new government legislation and long term denial of indigenous rights sparks nation wide movement.
Canada and Israel: The Ugly Canadian
Prime Minister Harper has moved Canada to become the closest ally of the Israeli hard right.
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Domestic Oil Boom and Climate Change Concern Could Derail Keystone XL Permit
Environmentalists say President Obama has more reasons than ever to deny the pipeline, including his renewed focus on tackling climate change.