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Ed Finn

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What makes a country happy?

The happiest countries in the world are not necessarily the richest, but those with truly democratic governments

Various coins stacked on a table.
Hiding wealth in tax havens deprives Canadian governments of massive amounts of tax revenue

Letting Canadians get away with tax evasion hurts us all

Word games, intellect and the English language

The flexibility of the English language makes it a treasure chest full of wit, wisdom, and whimsy.

It’s time to end NAFTA

A renegotiated NAFTA that satisfies Trump would benefit the U.S. -- but only its abrogation would benefit most Canadians.

Moving toward true universal health care

Canada’s public health care system could soon be expanded to cover prescription drugs.

The decline of collectivity

Victory of individualism over collectivism a disastrous defeat for society as a whole.

Going vegan at 91

Conversion to a plant-based diet is the key to better health -- for people and the planet.

Acknowledging the labour movement on Canada’s 150th

As we acclaim Canada’s builders after 150 years, the vital role of trade unions remains overlooked.

Comprehensive health care still lacking in Canada

Jimmy Kimmel deplores “pay-or-die” health care system in U.S., but coverage in Canada lacking, too.

Is Trump a fascist?

With the vast resources of propaganda and surveillance now available to our rulers, there’s no need to imprison citizens’ bodies when it’s so much easier to “imprison” their minds, writes Ed Finn.