Brian Giesbrecht writes that while the West talked appeasement for decades, Trump and Netanyahu acted to end Iran’s nuclear threat and reign of terror, proving that real peace takes real backbone.
Commentary
Marriage Rates Are Falling In Canada And The Social Costs Are Rising
Frontier President David Leis spotlights I Do? by Mrozek and Mitchell, warning that Canada’s marriage decline carries steep social costs. Policy punishes commitment, culture shuns the topic—and the silence is damaging.
Canada’s Carbon Tax Is A Disaster For Our Economy And Oil Industry
Lee Harding exposes the truth behind Canada’s sky-high carbon tax—one that’s hurting our oil industry and driving businesses away. With foreign oil paying next to nothing, Harding argues this policy is putting Canada at a major economic disadvantage. It’s time to rethink this costly approach.
Canada’s Military Can’t Be Fixed With Cash Alone
Retired Lt.-Gen. Michel Maisonneuve isn’t buying the hype. He says Canada’s military is broken—and unless Ottawa backs its spending with real reform, we’re just playing politics with national security
Featured News
There’s Nothing Fair About Canadian Health Care
For the past 14 years, Vancouver surgeon Dr. Brian Day has led the charge for health-care reform, pushing for the right of patients to pay for private care if their health and well-being are threatened as a result of waiting in a stagnant and overburdened public...
Transformers: More than Meets the Eye
The path to net zero, based on the much disputed belief that carbon dioxide is a pollution, is more steep and impractical than most people realize. Replacing fossil fuels with clean electricity will require much more power generation and a greatly upgraded grid to...
Opposition’s Budget Demand Delivers A Wake-Up Call To Ottawa
John von Heyking breaks down how the June 2 vote isn’t just a parliamentary win—it’s a crucial reminder that real power belongs to Parliament, not just the prime minister or the throne. Don’t miss this take on why the opposition’s move matters more than flashy slogans or speeches.
High Taxes Hobble Canadian NHL Teams In Race For Top Players
Lee Harding breaks down how Canada’s steep income taxes leave NHL players with less cash in their pockets, putting Canadian teams at a serious disadvantage against their U.S. rivals. Find out why it’s not just bad luck that Canada hasn’t won the Stanley Cup in decades.
Alberta Trailblazing On Property Rights Protections
Most pundits missed it, but Alberta’s revised Bill of Rights just strengthened property rights in a big way. Senior research fellow Joseph Quesnel breaks down how new amendments could protect landowners from regulatory takings—government actions that restrict property use without compensation. He examines key Supreme Court of Canada rulings and explains why every Canadian jurisdiction should take note. Could this be a game-changer for property rights? Read more.
How The United Church Lost Its Way – And Its Future
Senior Fellow Gerry Bowler examines the dramatic decline of the United Church of Canada—once the heart of Canadian Protestantism—after its leadership abandoned core Christian beliefs in favour of progressive causes. What happens when an institution loses its moral compass? The answer is a cautionary tale.
Why More Parents Are Turning To Christian Schools
Lee Harding argues that progressive ideologies are overtaking Canadian classrooms, prompting parents to seek Christian schools that prioritize faith, tradition, and academic excellence. Without government support, however, parental choice remains financially and logistically constrained.
Turning Down Trump’s Ceasefire Offer Could Cost Russia Everything
Frontier Centre Senior Fellow Brian Giesbrecht argues that Putin’s rejection of Trump’s ceasefire offer has backfired—highlighting Russia’s military and weaknesses, while uniting Europe and strengthening NATO. Ukraine’s ingenuity and resilience have further signaled its unwillingness to surrender. By passing up what may have been his best chance for a favorable resolution, Putin has likely committed to a drawn-out conflict with diminishing prospects.
Think Capitalism Is The Problem? Think Again
Ian Madsen cuts through the noise to show how capitalism works—lifting billions out of poverty, even as critics blame it for the world’s problems.
Putin Should Have Read Trump’s “Art of the Deal”
Senior Fellow Brian Giesbrecht says Putin misread Trump’s offer to freeze the war and keep his gains. Now, Ukraine’s daring drone strikes and sabotage rattle the Kremlin, while Trump signals his patience is gone. With Russia bleeding lives and treasure, Putin may soon regret not folding when he could.
Ford Government Is Right To Halt School Renaming Process
Senior Fellow Michael Zwaagstra supports the Ford government’s crackdown on school renaming, targeting boards like the TDSB for attempting to erase John A. Macdonald’s legacy. Yes, Macdonald was imperfect, but without him, there might not be a Canada. Renaming schools drains money and distracts from teaching, Zwaagstra argues. Honouring Macdonald preserves the country’s foundations, and Canadians owe him that.