Ukraine battles to hold ground as 2025 tests endure
The piece analyzes Russia's ongoing 2025 offensives, drone strikes, and North Korea alliance, while Ukraine fights to avert territory and personnel losses. It notes limited gains for Russia, Ukraine's asymmetric efforts, and domestic political strains under Trump including anti corruption reforms. James Horncastle of Simon Fraser University comments on the wider implications.
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Innovation essential to end Canada staples trap
Bill Whitelaw argues in Troy Media that Canada must move beyond exporting raw resources to add value domestically through innovation and advanced manufacturing. He cites Harold Innis on core periphery tensions and urges policies in energy, technology, and education to boost productivity, jobs, and resilience while reducing dependence on commodity cycles.
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Library fosters cultural ties to grow population and economy
Richard Toyman, chief executive of Thunder Bay Public Library, argues the library network boosts population growth and workforce retention by supporting newcomers. The Lakehead University study by Kathy Sanderson highlights cultural understanding and social ties as key needs, with libraries offering language programs, culture workshops, government publications and spaces for meetups to foster belonging.
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Wind Farm Plans and Blade Shipments Stir Local Debate
Farmers in southern Ontario voice noise and health concerns from wind turbines while Gorham Township eyes a potential wind farm site. France reports blade-free windmill tech in use. Commentary questions Canada’s blade sourcing, energy consumption aims, and past electricity pricing policies.
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