Jan 18, 2018
Oil is becoming the new tobacco
Penney Kome
Like Norway, NYC divests from oil stock and also sues five oil companies for damages.
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Oct 15, 2016
Solidarity rally in Toronto as decision released in OceanaGold v. El Salvador case
Council of Canadians
On Friday, the World Bank decided in favour of El Salvador in the controversial case.
Jan 25, 2016
Canada in Africa: 300 Years of Aid and Exploitation
Redeye
The Canadian government says its aid helps Africa to increase food security and stimulate economic growth. In his new book, Yves Engler argues that this is largely public relations spin.
Jan 18, 2016
The TPP will cost Canada 58,000 jobs -- and won't grow the economy
Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood
The most optimistic forecasts of the TPP's effects on Canada point to an increase of around one per cent to the economy by the year 2030.
Nov 24, 2015
The cost of helping countries adapt to climate change can't be a dealbreaker in Paris
John Dillon
If negotiations at the Paris climate conference drag on past the December 11 deadline, it will likely be due to wrangling over financing for climate adaptation in developing countries.
May 18, 2015
Syriza is facing down resistance
Tom Voloumanos
A clash between the Greek government and the European establishment is drawing nearer. How will Syriza resist?
Aug 19, 2014
Bank with BRICS
The Bretton-Woods agreement was the basis for a U.S. dollar exchange market system and the World Bank. 2014 is the 70th anniversary of that agreement. Time for Canada to consider other options?
Jul 8, 2014
Addressing global warming is an economic necessity
David Suzuki
Some people, including our prime minister, argue that proven methods to tackle climate change are too costly. But evidence from all parts of the political spectrum shows the opposite.
Mar 21, 2014
Activist Toolkit roundup: Flexing your international activist muscle
Megan Stacey
This week's Activist Toolkit roundup focuses on tools to support marginalized groups, campaigns or activists around the world.
Stand Up to the World Bank Toolkit
Workshop
A toolkit full of activist resources for holding the World Bank Group accountable and improving social conditions
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