(Ottawa) “The Rideau Institute joins Canadians in recognizing the historic nature of last night’s election, and congratulates President-elect Barack Obama. Throughout this race, Sen. Obama set a tone that holds the promise of easing global tensions and possibly solving some of the conflicts initiated by outgoing President George W. Bush,” said Steven Staples, President of […]

Our American neighbours will elect their next President on November 4, 2008. How will their choice affect Canada? The Rideau Institute, Ceasefire.ca’s parent organization, has produced a dossier on the McCain and Obama platforms called Canada After Bush: How the Next U.S. President Could Affect Our Country. How do you think the US election will […]

At the outset of the federal election, Ceasefire.ca launched a campaign to ask local candidates and parties where they stand on peace and human rights. Hundreds of Ceasefire.ca users sent queries to local candidates using the Canada Votes 2008 online action system. See the candidates’ replies, as compiled by Ceasefire.ca users. If you have received […]

Tell us which party leaders you thought spoke out for peace. Read the transcript below, or watch this TV clip from the debate provided by CTV.ca. Then leave your comment at the bottom of this post. (more…)

This questionnaire deals with issues important to the Institute, its Board, and its supporters across Canada. We look forward to your thoughtful responses. (more…)