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Wilson Institute for Canadian History welcomes new director Kristine Alexander

A Q&A with historian Kristine Alexander about her research and her new role as director of the Wilson Institute for Canadian History.
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Analysis: Vaccine hesitancy: How social and technological issues converged to spawn mistrust

Emaneule Blasioli and Elkafi Hassini explore the complex variety of personal, social and environmental factors that fuel vaccine skepticism.
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Analysis: How women are trapped in years of homelessness that often begin in their teens

Many homeless women in Canada spend years without housing, yet policies don't reflect their realities, writes Mary Vaccaro.
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Analysis: Why centuries-old astrology and tarot cards still appeal to us

Divinatory practices like tarot card readings are on the rise. What may seem like harmless fun can also serve as a serious response to a chaotic world, writes Hanna Tervanotko.
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‘The momentum has sustained itself’

In less than a year, Allan Downey's latest award-winning film project has travelled across the continent - and sparked conversations about Indigenous history.
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Analysis: Indigenous engagement is essential for small modular nuclear reactor projects

As nuclear projects advance in Canada, it's vital to respect and interweave Indigenous knowledge with Western science, write Rhea Desai and James LeMoine.
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Analysis: Decolonizing history and social studies curricula has a long way to go in Canada

Research from a project about thinking historically for Canada's future finds curricula must do far more to challenge dominant narratives and value Indigenous worldviews, write experts Sara Karn, Kristina Llewellyn and Penney Clark.
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Analysis: The food affordability crisis is one reason governments need to step up for school food

Parents and teachers in a southern Ontario survey conducted in the city of Hamilton and Peel Region spoke about their desires for an equitable and inclusive school food program, writes expert Tina Moffat.
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Analysis: Do biases affect assessment in kindergarten? Educators discuss strategies for mitigation

Results of a study suggest policy improvements are needed to provide educators with strategies to reduce bias around race, gender and socioeconomic status, write experts Natalie Spadafora and Magdalena Janus.
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Analysis: Lessons from the fashion industry: Why some DEI efforts fail to resonate with consumers

While some fashion and beauty companies have held firm to their DEI commitments, others have reneged on their promise to reflect on and represent consumer diversity, writes Jordan Foster.
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Love in the age of conspiracy: 5 tips to deal with disinformation and political polarization in relationships

Here are some things you can do if your romantic partner has gone down a conspiratorial rabbit hole.
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Art of Research 2025 contest: Submit a creative image of your research for a chance to win prizes

Share your eye-catching research images between now and April 6 and you could take home $500.