Jennifer Chan

On the international stage, Canada has always been seen as a moderate country renowned for its progressive leader. Canadians, on the other hand, know that this is not always the case: as in other liberal democracies, populism and right-wing…
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The 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics were more heavily politicized than most despite the fact that the Olympics are an inherent stage for soft power politics, along with a rule in the Olympic Charter against politicization. Some optimists…
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2017 was the third warmest year on record. Ice continues to melt and sea levels continue to rise, leaving behind increasing tangible proof of climate change. Despite the evidence, climate change deniers like United States President Donald…
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Have we reached the point where we can do nothing to stop climate change? In November 2017, over 15 000 scientists published a letter titled: "World Scientists’ Warning to Humanity: A Second Notice" in the scientific journal BioScience. The…
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In 2010, the Conservative government scrapped the mandatory long-form census and replaced it with a voluntary national household survey. The reasoning from the Department of Industry, headed by Minister Tony Clement, was that the reform…
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Since Parliament entered summer recess, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been busy attending the G7, walking in Pride Parades and going on a European tour. There was truly no shortage of photo opportunities this summer, but the sparkle of…
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Has Canada ever had a Prime Minister more globally adored than Justin Trudeau? Trudeau has appeared on Live with Kelly and Ryan, Vanity Fair, GQ and Vogue, has participated in the Global Citizen Festival in Hamburg, and will be gracing the…
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There has always been an inherent connection between sports and politics. In 19th century Britain, there was a movement known as "muscular Christianity” that emphasized the importance of schoolyard games and bolstering fair play to mold…
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“2015 will be the last election conducted under the current electoral process” were the words that came out of Justin Trudeau’s mouth when he hit the campaign trail in the summer of 2015.  He promised that electoral reform would occur…
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If you haven’t heard, it’s Canada’s 150th anniversary and Canada is making waves celebrating it. From free parks passes for Canadians and free admission for international visitors, to spending 5 million dollars on New Year’s Eve…
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2016 has been complete political mayhem. While the recent elections in the United States was arguably the political climax of the year, it was prefaced by the Panama Papers, an increase of terrorist attacks in Western Europe, the ongoing…
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“Because it’s 2015” was the iconic response from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau when answering a reporter’s question on cabinet gender parity. His words were praised by the international media and the short clip was relayed…
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Canadian interactions with foreign powers has traditionally been one of mediation and peace mongering which has bolstered its reputation as a reliable and transparent member of the international community. Prior to becoming Prime Minister,…
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