Joe Ramsay

In Canada, “Police” is not merely a descriptive label. It is a legally protected institutional title governed primarily by provincial Police Acts. While the specifics vary across provinces, the underlying rule is consistent: only legally constituted police services may present themselves as police. This is not an oversight or a cosmetic choice. It reflects a core principle of Canadian law, and it significantly distinguishes us from our southern neighbours. Let’s make sure it stays that way.

While liberalism remains a core Canadian value, the same cannot be said for our closest neighbor and cultural sibling. In the United States, the term “liberal” is grossly misunderstood by many people, and has become a slur in right-wing discourse. Read this article to discover the actual meaning of liberalism and why it matters.