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Fans Will Be Back Because the NHL is Home

Fans will come flocking back to the NHL because the league is more than just a collection of teams — it’s a community and shared frame of reference. Today I was reminded how NHL fandom is a community that lets us feel at home no matter where we are. Continue reading

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Condemn to Death? No. But There May Be Another Option

Calls for a return of the death penalty for Tori Stafford’s murderer are merely passionate responses to a horrific crime. But instead of bringing society down to these murder’s level, why not examine another option — a choice — that allows us to punish inhuman criminals whilst retaining our humanity. Continue reading

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Williams Memories Should Be Burned – But Only Into Our Minds

Trying to erase the memory of Russell Williams, by burning his effects, sends the wrong message. What we should be doing is burning him into our memories, so that we can better prevent a similar horror in the future. Continue reading

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An Engaging Way to Shine a Light on a Forgettable Monarchy

The recent royal engagement shines a light on the role of the monarchy plays in Canada, and why our allegiance to the Queen doesn’t define who we are as Canadians. Continue reading

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The Fall of the USSR, the Fall of a Rivalry

Canada/Soviet hockey showdowns no longer have the same impact due to the demystifying of the former Soviet Union. Continue reading

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