Niwiin: A new tool protecting Indigenous data sovereignty

Why It Matters

Indigenous data governance and sovereignty frameworks emphasize that Indigenous peoples should have the authority to own, control and access their own data. By design, many software platforms and digital tools do not respect those rights.

Renewable energy is cheaper and healthier – so why isn’t it replacing fossil fuels faster?

Why It Matters

Clean energy is now cheaper and healthier than fossil fuels, yet political and financial barriers are slowing its global rollout. Without international cooperation to lower financing costs, developing countries risk locking in decades of emissions — undermining climate goals and public health.

Will AI automation really kill jobs? A new survey finds Canadian workers are split on the answer

Why It Matters

As AI reshapes the future of work, understanding how workers perceive its threat is vital to shaping policy, trust, and innovation. This nationally representative survey reveals a complex emotional terrain—where fear, skepticism, and resilience coexist in the face of automation.

Should Canadian politicians be allowed to block their constituents on social media?

Why It Matters

As social media becomes a primary channel for political communication, the ability of elected officials to block constituents raises urgent questions about transparency and democratic access. Without clear legal precedent, Canada risks undermining public discourse and citizen rights in digital spaces.