Media
May 13, 2024
Ontario’s nuclear option is the wrong path to meet green energy targets
MPPGA alumni Quinn Goranson evaluates Ontario’s inadequate efforts to reduce emissions, including the persistent burning of natural gas and generation of nuclear power. She endorses green energy to achieve the province’s goals instead. Via Policy Options
May 12, 2024
Historic Haida Nation agreement shows the world how to uphold Indigenous rights
Prof. Sheryl Lightfoot (SPPGA, FNIS, Political Science) details the Haida Nation’s breakthrough agreement with the B.C. government, which grants a long-awaited recognition of the Indigenous nation’s jurisdiction over traditional lands. Via The Conversation
May 12. 2024
RCMP commissioner expresses desire for new law to deal with threats against politicians
CSDI Assist. Director Chris Tenove addresses the increasing online slander and harassment toward politicians, advising the enforcement of social media safety guidelines and urging party leaders to speak out. Via The Globe and Mail
May 7, 2024
UN expert attacks ‘exploitative’ world economy in fight to save planet
Prof. David Boyd (SPPGA, IRES) relays the importance of centering human rights when tackling our climate emergency, especially to combat the exploitative global economy. Via The Guardian
May 3, 2024
Can floating nuclear power plants help solve Northern Canada’s energy woes?
A new nuclear power project looks to solve Northern Canada’s energy problems, however SPPGA Prof. M.V. Ramana explains how the cost of power from these small nuclear reactors could be up to 10 times higher than diesel. Via The Globe and Mail
May 2, 2024
Saskatchewan’s nuclear agreement with Alberta
SPPGA Prof. M. V. Ramana casts doubt on the theoretical prospect of building small modular reactors in Saskatchewan, likely in the distant future, as a feasible solution for climate change issues occurring today. Via ICI Saskatchewan
