http://canadiandimension.com/alert/ Brought to you by Canadian Dimension magazine, Alert! covers politics, economics, issues of social and environmental justice; features interviews, commentaries, profiles of people in the news; has features on music, media, the arts; as well as special shows dedicated to new ideas or significant events. en alert@canadiandimension.com Copyright 2013 2013-09-30T23:14:15+00:00 en-usnocanadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialismProduced by Canadian Dimension magazine, Alert! Radio brings you all kinds of leading-edge information we think you want to hear. Our show covers politics, economics, and issues of social and environmental justice; features interviews, commentaries, and profiles of people in the news; has features on music, media, and the arts; as well as special shows dedicated to new ideas or significant events.Radio for people who want to change the world.Canadian Dimensionalert@canadiandimension.comCanadian Dimension https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/an-evening-with-chris-hedgestoronto https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/an-evening-with-chris-hedgestoronto As part of our on-going 50th anniversary celebrations, Canadian Dimension hosted an evening with Chris Hedges on Sept 20, 2013 at Bloor Street United Church in Toronto. At the event Hedges details the destruction of the left, the power of the Occupy movement among other topics. The audio includes introductions by Simon Black and Jim Stanford. Thanks to Sean Michael Turrell for the audio and all those who made the evening so wonderful. Mon, 30 Sep 2013 23:14:15 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAs part of our on-going 50th anniversary celebrations, Canadian Dimension hosted an evening with Chris Hedges on Sept 20, 2013 at Bloor Street United Church in Toronto. At the event Hedges details the destruction of the left, the power of the Occupy movement among other topics. The audio includes introductions by Simon Black and Jim Stanford. Thanks to Sean Michael Turrell for the audio and all those who made the evening so wonderful.Canadian DimensionAs part of our on-going 50th anniversary celebrations, Canadian Dimension hosted an evening with Chris Hedges on Sept 20, 2013 at Bloor Street United Church in Toronto. At the event Hedges details the destruction of the left, the power of the Occupy movement among other topics. The audio includes introductions by Simon Black and Jim Stanford. Thanks to Sean Michael Turrell for the audio and all those who made the evening so wonderful.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-214 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-214 On Mayday Noam Chomsky urges activists to focus their attention not simply on the economy and the environment, but how the market system underlies the fiscal and environmental crisis. Clayton Thomas Muller discusses the diverse strategies of First People’s against colonial structures that destroy their livelihoods and their environment. Nae Burrows describes the successful living-wage campaign in British Columbia. Thu, 03 May 2012 15:00:22 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noOn Mayday Noam Chomsky urges activists to focus their attention not simply on the economy and the environment, but how the market system underlies the fiscal and environmental crisis. Clayton Thomas Muller discusses the diverse strategies of First People’s against colonial structures that destroy their livelihoods and their environment. Nae Burrows describes the successful living-wage campaign in British Columbia.Canadian DimensionOn Mayday Noam Chomsky urges activists to focus their attention not simply on the economy and the environment, but how the market system underlies the fiscal and environmental crisis. Clayton Thomas Muller discusses the diverse strategies of First People’s against colonial structures that destroy their livelihoods and their environment. Nae Burrows describes the successful living-wage campaign in British Columbia.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-213 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-213 Political Sociologist Trevor Harrison explains why Alison Redford’s PC’s won the Alberta election after all and what it means for Alberta and Canada. Political activist/blogger Richard Fidler updates the Quebec student strike and discusses the importance of the demand for zero tuition fees by the student group CLASSE. Rabble.ca editor Derrick Okeefe talks about the fallout of the NDP victory in two BC byelections last week and the intense resistance to the Kinder Morgan pipeline led by mayors along the BC coastline along with first nations and environmentalists. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:12:53 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPolitical Sociologist Trevor Harrison explains why Alison Redford’s PC’s won the Alberta election after all and what it means for Alberta and Canada. Political activist/blogger Richard Fidler updates the Quebec student strike and discusses the importance of the demand for zero tuition fees by the student group CLASSE. Rabble.ca editor Derrick Okeefe talks about the fallout of the NDP victory in two BC byelections last week and the intense resistance to the Kinder Morgan pipeline led by mayors along the BC coastline along with first nations and environmentalists.Canadian DimensionPolitical Sociologist Trevor Harrison explains why Alison Redford’s PC’s won the Alberta election after all and what it means for Alberta and Canada. Political activist/blogger Richard Fidler updates the Quebec student strike and discusses the importance of the demand for zero tuition fees by the student group CLASSE. Rabble.ca editor Derrick Okeefe talks about the fallout of the NDP victory in two BC byelections last week and the intense resistance to the Kinder Morgan pipeline led by mayors along the BC coastline along with first nations and environmentalists.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-212 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-212 Researcher Jack Hicks decries the Conservative governments cut backs to NAHO and other Aboriginal Health initiatives. Trevor Harrison dissects the Alberta Provincial Election race. High school teacher and part time journalist Ben Sichel promotes Fare free transit in Halifax. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:33:18 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noResearcher Jack Hicks decries the Conservative governments cut backs to NAHO and other Aboriginal Health initiatives. Trevor Harrison dissects the Alberta Provincial Election race. High school teacher and part time journalist Ben Sichel promotes Fare free transit in Halifax.Canadian DimensionResearcher Jack Hicks decries the Conservative governments cut backs to NAHO and other Aboriginal Health initiatives. Trevor Harrison dissects the Alberta Provincial Election race. High school teacher and part time journalist Ben Sichel promotes Fare free transit in Halifax.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-211 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-211 Broadcaster/writer Steve Lendman makes a strong case against NATO intervention in Syria. Feminist and community activist Adrie Naylor explains why Harper’s austerity agenda hurts women particularly hard. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:59:25 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noBroadcaster/writer Steve Lendman makes a strong case against NATO intervention in Syria. Feminist and community activist Adrie Naylor explains why Harper’s austerity agenda hurts women particularly hard.Canadian DimensionBroadcaster/writer Steve Lendman makes a strong case against NATO intervention in Syria. Feminist and community activist Adrie Naylor explains why Harper’s austerity agenda hurts women particularly hard.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-210 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-210 Political scientist and Canadian Dimension collective member Dennis Pilon discusses what the federal budget reveals about Stephen Harper’s Plan for Reshaping Canada. Canadian Dimension collective member Andrea Levy talks about CD’s new issue that focuses on de-growth. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 05:37:35 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPolitical scientist and Canadian Dimension collective member Dennis Pilon discusses what the federal budget reveals about Stephen Harper’s Plan for Reshaping Canada. Canadian Dimension collective member Andrea Levy talks about CD’s new issue that focuses on de-growth.Canadian DimensionPolitical scientist and Canadian Dimension collective member Dennis Pilon discusses what the federal budget reveals about Stephen Harper’s Plan for Reshaping Canada. Canadian Dimension collective member Andrea Levy talks about CD’s new issue that focuses on de-growth.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-209 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-209 From Chiapas Mexico, Vancouver journalist Dawn Paley talks about the murder of Bernardo Vasquez, a community leader who led the protests against a Canadian mining company, Fortuna Silva in San Jose del Progresso,Oaxaco. From the streets of Montreal, Stefan Christoff talks with students and profs about the historic strike against tuition hikes. Judy Rebick explains why she thinks the election of Thomas Mulcair as leader of the NDP is a setback for the NDP and for progressive politics. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:35:35 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noFrom Chiapas Mexico, Vancouver journalist Dawn Paley talks about the murder of Bernardo Vasquez, a community leader who led the protests against a Canadian mining company, Fortuna Silva in San Jose del Progresso,Oaxaco. From the streets of Montreal, Stefan Christoff talks with students and profs about the historic strike against tuition hikes. Judy Rebick explains why she thinks the election of Thomas Mulcair as leader of the NDP is a setback for the NDP and for progressive politics.Canadian DimensionFrom Chiapas Mexico, Vancouver journalist Dawn Paley talks about the murder of Bernardo Vasquez, a community leader who led the protests against a Canadian mining company, Fortuna Silva in San Jose del Progresso,Oaxaco. From the streets of Montreal, Stefan Christoff talks with students and profs about the historic strike against tuition hikes. Judy Rebick explains why she thinks the election of Thomas Mulcair as leader of the NDP is a setback for the NDP and for progressive politics.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-208 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-208 Judy Rebick, Murray Cooke and Dennis Pilon compare how the NDP would change under the leadership of Mulcair, Topp, Nash and Cullen. Greenpeace climate change campaigner Keith Stewart responds to the recent report claiming that coal and natural gas, not the tar sands are the real villains of global warming. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 21:15:43 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noJudy Rebick, Murray Cooke and Dennis Pilon compare how the NDP would change under the leadership of Mulcair, Topp, Nash and Cullen. Greenpeace climate change campaigner Keith Stewart responds to the recent report claiming that coal and natural gas, not the tar sands are the real villains of global warming.Canadian DimensionJudy Rebick, Murray Cooke and Dennis Pilon compare how the NDP would change under the leadership of Mulcair, Topp, Nash and Cullen. Greenpeace climate change campaigner Keith Stewart responds to the recent report claiming that coal and natural gas, not the tar sands are the real villains of global warming.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-207 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-207 This episode of Alert gives a taste of Left Forum, a unique phenomenon in the U.S. and the world, that convenes the largest annual conference of a broad spectrum of left and progressive intellectuals, activists, academics, organizations and the interested public. Over a thousand speakers participate in 300 panels. The conference is held each spring in New York City and takes place this year from March 16 – 18th at Pace University. This year’s theme is “Occupy the System: Confronting Global Capitalism”. We speak with three of the participants about their contributions –Joel Kovel. Barbara Epstein, George Katsiaficas. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:39:01 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThis episode of Alert gives a taste of Left Forum, a unique phenomenon in the U.S. and the world, that convenes the largest annual conference of a broad spectrum of left and progressive intellectuals, activists, academics, organizations and the interested public. Over a thousand speakers participate in 300 panels. The conference is held each spring in New York City and takes place this year from March 16 – 18th at Pace University. This year’s theme is “Occupy the System: Confronting Global Capitalism”. We speak with three of the participants about their contributions –Joel Kovel. Barbara Epstein, George Katsiaficas.Canadian DimensionThis episode of Alert gives a taste of Left Forum, a unique phenomenon in the U.S. and the world, that convenes the largest annual conference of a broad spectrum of left and progressive intellectuals, activists, academics, organizations and the interested public. Over a thousand speakers participate in 300 panels. The conference is held each spring in New York City and takes place this year from March 16 – 18th at Pace University. This year’s theme is “Occupy the System: Confronting Global Capitalism”. We speak with three of the participants about their contributions –Joel Kovel. Barbara Epstein, George Katsiaficas.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-206 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-206 Tracking Israel Apartheid Week in Montreal, Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg. Tess Tesalona describes a unique International Women’s Day program sponsored by Women of Diverse Origins in Montreal. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:58:29 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noTracking Israel Apartheid Week in Montreal, Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg. Tess Tesalona describes a unique International Women’s Day program sponsored by Women of Diverse Origins in Montreal.Canadian DimensionTracking Israel Apartheid Week in Montreal, Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg. Tess Tesalona describes a unique International Women’s Day program sponsored by Women of Diverse Origins in Montreal.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-205 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-205 Sara Flounders, Director of the International Action Centre debunks the myth that Iran poses a nuclear threat and reveals that money and oil and containing Iran’s role as a regional Middle East power are the real motives behind the interventions under discussion. Noted Canadian author Yves Engler discusses Canada’s interest in working with other powers to crush Iran. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 03:33:31 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSara Flounders, Director of the International Action Centre debunks the myth that Iran poses a nuclear threat and reveals that money and oil and containing Iran’s role as a regional Middle East power are the real motives behind the interventions under discussion. Noted Canadian author Yves Engler discusses Canada’s interest in working with other powers to crush Iran.Canadian DimensionSara Flounders, Director of the International Action Centre debunks the myth that Iran poses a nuclear threat and reveals that money and oil and containing Iran’s role as a regional Middle East power are the real motives behind the interventions under discussion. Noted Canadian author Yves Engler discusses Canada’s interest in working with other powers to crush Iran.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-204 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-204 Lindsey Pinto, Communications manager of OpenMedia.ca. discusses the Harper government’s on-line spying bill and why opposition to it is so fierce. Tom Walkom, national affairs columnist for the Toronto Star, disputes the very premise of he Drummond Report—that Ontario faces an imminent fiscal crisis unless it cuts back its entire government infrastructure and government services including both health and education. He looks at the impact these cuts would have, especially on lower income Ontarians. York University politics professor David McNally who recently visited China, discusses that country’s state capitalist system, its economic successes and its gigantic income inequalities. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 05:32:11 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noLindsey Pinto, Communications manager of OpenMedia.ca. discusses the Harper government’s on-line spying bill and why opposition to it is so fierce. Tom Walkom, national affairs columnist for the Toronto Star, disputes the very premise of he Drummond Report—that Ontario faces an imminent fiscal crisis unless it cuts back its entire government infrastructure and government services including both health and education. He looks at the impact these cuts would have, especially on lower income Ontarians. York University politics professor David McNally who recently visited China, discusses that country’s state capitalist system, its economic successes and its gigantic income inequalities.Canadian DimensionLindsey Pinto, Communications manager of OpenMedia.ca. discusses the Harper government’s on-line spying bill and why opposition to it is so fierce. Tom Walkom, national affairs columnist for the Toronto Star, disputes the very premise of he Drummond Report—that Ontario faces an imminent fiscal crisis unless it cuts back its entire government infrastructure and government services including both health and education. He looks at the impact these cuts would have, especially on lower income Ontarians. York University politics professor David McNally who recently visited China, discusses that country’s state capitalist system, its economic successes and its gigantic income inequalities.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-203 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-203 Who will make the best leader of the NDP and does it matter? Some surprising answers from Murray Dobbin, Corvin Russell, Simon Tremblay Pepin, Josh Brandon, Herman Rosenfeld, Stefan Christoff. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:20:35 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noWho will make the best leader of the NDP and does it matter? Some surprising answers from Murray Dobbin, Corvin Russell, Simon Tremblay Pepin, Josh Brandon, Herman Rosenfeld, Stefan Christoff.Canadian DimensionWho will make the best leader of the NDP and does it matter? Some surprising answers from Murray Dobbin, Corvin Russell, Simon Tremblay Pepin, Josh Brandon, Herman Rosenfeld, Stefan Christoff.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-202 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-202 Micheal Vonn, Policy Director of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association discusses soon-to-be introduced “lawful access” bills to expand police surveillance powers. The federal government has announced that it will soon be introducing legislation to increase the ability of police to intercept private communications and access more personal information stored electronically. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute takes on pro-war lobbyists at the Conference of Defence Associations, part of an increasingly powerful National Security Establishment in Ottawa. Canadian Dimension labour columnist Herman Rosenfeld analyses the anti-union campaign shaping up in Canada and laments about the weak state of the labour movement’s opposition. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:53 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMicheal Vonn, Policy Director of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association discusses soon-to-be introduced “lawful access” bills to expand police surveillance powers. The federal government has announced that it will soon be introducing legislation to increase the ability of police to intercept private communications and access more personal information stored electronically. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute takes on pro-war lobbyists at the Conference of Defence Associations, part of an increasingly powerful National Security Establishment in Ottawa. Canadian Dimension labour columnist Herman Rosenfeld analyses the anti-union campaign shaping up in Canada and laments about the weak state of the labour movement’s opposition.Canadian DimensionMicheal Vonn, Policy Director of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association discusses soon-to-be introduced “lawful access” bills to expand police surveillance powers. The federal government has announced that it will soon be introducing legislation to increase the ability of police to intercept private communications and access more personal information stored electronically. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute takes on pro-war lobbyists at the Conference of Defence Associations, part of an increasingly powerful National Security Establishment in Ottawa. Canadian Dimension labour columnist Herman Rosenfeld analyses the anti-union campaign shaping up in Canada and laments about the weak state of the labour movement’s opposition.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-201 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-201 Noted health care analyst Pat Armstrong reflects on what lies behind Harper’s new health care policy. It’s not just a matter of numbers. Pensions expert Andrew Jackson shows why Harper’s pension policy is fiscally unnecessary and devastating, especially for low income seniors. Investigative journalist Martin Lukacs talks about Harper’s tar sands agenda and his efforts to sell it in Canada, the USA and Europe. He comments on the counter campaigns led by indigenous resistance movements in alliance with environmentalists, other activists and municipalities. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:58:50 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noNoted health care analyst Pat Armstrong reflects on what lies behind Harper’s new health care policy. It’s not just a matter of numbers. Pensions expert Andrew Jackson shows why Harper’s pension policy is fiscally unnecessary and devastating, especially for low income seniors. Investigative journalist Martin Lukacs talks about Harper’s tar sands agenda and his efforts to sell it in Canada, the USA and Europe. He comments on the counter campaigns led by indigenous resistance movements in alliance with environmentalists, other activists and municipalities.Canadian DimensionNoted health care analyst Pat Armstrong reflects on what lies behind Harper’s new health care policy. It’s not just a matter of numbers. Pensions expert Andrew Jackson shows why Harper’s pension policy is fiscally unnecessary and devastating, especially for low income seniors. Investigative journalist Martin Lukacs talks about Harper’s tar sands agenda and his efforts to sell it in Canada, the USA and Europe. He comments on the counter campaigns led by indigenous resistance movements in alliance with environmentalists, other activists and municipalities.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-200 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-200 Carlo Fanelli analyses what was accomplished at Toronto City Hall to limit the regressive measures introduced by Mayor Rob Ford and the shape of the battles still to come. Political scientist Dennis Pilon reflects on the history of municipal amalgamations that bring to power right-wing mayors like Rob Ford in Toronto and Larry O’Brien in Ottawa largely owing to votes from once independent outlying middle class and wealthy suburban communities that swamp the votes of those residing in the city proper. Political economist Sam Gindin unravels the European debt crisis and austerity agendas of governments everywhere and their impact on a stagnating global economy. He examines the limitations of resistance movements as they emerged in 2011 and suggests new strategies for 2012. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:22:33 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCarlo Fanelli analyses what was accomplished at Toronto City Hall to limit the regressive measures introduced by Mayor Rob Ford and the shape of the battles still to come. Political scientist Dennis Pilon reflects on the history of municipal amalgamations that bring to power right-wing mayors like Rob Ford in Toronto and Larry O’Brien in Ottawa largely owing to votes from once independent outlying middle class and wealthy suburban communities that swamp the votes of those residing in the city proper. Political economist Sam Gindin unravels the European debt crisis and austerity agendas of governments everywhere and their impact on a stagnating global economy. He examines the limitations of resistance movements as they emerged in 2011 and suggests new strategies for 2012.Canadian DimensionCarlo Fanelli analyses what was accomplished at Toronto City Hall to limit the regressive measures introduced by Mayor Rob Ford and the shape of the battles still to come. Political scientist Dennis Pilon reflects on the history of municipal amalgamations that bring to power right-wing mayors like Rob Ford in Toronto and Larry O’Brien in Ottawa largely owing to votes from once independent outlying middle class and wealthy suburban communities that swamp the votes of those residing in the city proper. Political economist Sam Gindin unravels the European debt crisis and austerity agendas of governments everywhere and their impact on a stagnating global economy. He examines the limitations of resistance movements as they emerged in 2011 and suggests new strategies for 2012.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-199 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-199 The National Energy Board’s Northern Gateway hearings just began and are expected to carry on through the summer and beyond. Ben West of BC’s Wilderness Committee takes us through the process and tells us what to expect. Is the lockout of CAW workers at the Electro-Motive plant in London, Ontario, the beginning of an assault against private sector unionism in Canada? Labour commentator Doug Nesbitt discusses this question and offers some radical strategies for the labour movement, including occupation. What’s the real story behind the accusation that Iran is working to build a nuclear weapons capacity? Reporter Alex Kane comments from New York. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:48:38 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThe National Energy Board’s Northern Gateway hearings just began and are expected to carry on through the summer and beyond. Ben West of BC’s Wilderness Committee takes us through the process and tells us what to expect. Is the lockout of CAW workers at the Electro-Motive plant in London, Ontario, the beginning of an assault against private sector unionism in Canada? Labour commentator Doug Nesbitt discusses this question and offers some radical strategies for the labour movement, including occupation. What’s the real story behind the accusation that Iran is working to build a nuclear weapons capacity? Reporter Alex Kane comments from New York.Canadian DimensionThe National Energy Board’s Northern Gateway hearings just began and are expected to carry on through the summer and beyond. Ben West of BC’s Wilderness Committee takes us through the process and tells us what to expect. Is the lockout of CAW workers at the Electro-Motive plant in London, Ontario, the beginning of an assault against private sector unionism in Canada? Labour commentator Doug Nesbitt discusses this question and offers some radical strategies for the labour movement, including occupation. What’s the real story behind the accusation that Iran is working to build a nuclear weapons capacity? Reporter Alex Kane comments from New York.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-198 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-198 Expectations for 2012—2011 was a tumultuous year in Canadian and world politics. ALERT asked on-the-ground activists to talk about their expectations for 2012: Judy Rebick on Canadian politics; Clayton Thomas Muller on Indian Country; Mathew Brett on the Occupation Movement; Saul Landau on US politics; Sam Bahour on the Middle East. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:50:43 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noExpectations for 2012—2011 was a tumultuous year in Canadian and world politics. ALERT asked on-the-ground activists to talk about their expectations for 2012: Judy Rebick on Canadian politics; Clayton Thomas Muller on Indian Country; Mathew Brett on the Occupation Movement; Saul Landau on US politics; Sam Bahour on the Middle East.Canadian DimensionExpectations for 2012—2011 was a tumultuous year in Canadian and world politics. ALERT asked on-the-ground activists to talk about their expectations for 2012: Judy Rebick on Canadian politics; Clayton Thomas Muller on Indian Country; Mathew Brett on the Occupation Movement; Saul Landau on US politics; Sam Bahour on the Middle East.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-197 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-197 Stephen Maher examines Egyptian politics on the week of the vote, Gerald Caplan questions why everyone but Iran can have nuclear weapons, Peter Kulchyski on Federal Legislation to disclose the salaries of First Nation Chiefs and Band Councillors. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:01:37 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noStephen Maher examines Egyptian politics on the week of the vote, Gerald Caplan questions why everyone but Iran can have nuclear weapons, Peter Kulchyski on Federal Legislation to disclose the salaries of First Nation Chiefs and Band Councillors.Canadian DimensionStephen Maher examines Egyptian politics on the week of the vote, Gerald Caplan questions why everyone but Iran can have nuclear weapons, Peter Kulchyski on Federal Legislation to disclose the salaries of First Nation Chiefs and Band Councillors.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-196 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-196 Patrick Bond dissects international climate talks at upcoming COP 17 conference. Vincent Mosco explains the historical significance of the Occupy movement and where it is headed. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 19:54:42 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPatrick Bond dissects international climate talks at upcoming COP 17 conference. Vincent Mosco explains the historical significance of the Occupy movement and where it is headed.Canadian DimensionPatrick Bond dissects international climate talks at upcoming COP 17 conference. Vincent Mosco explains the historical significance of the Occupy movement and where it is headed.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-195 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-195 Organizer Matthew Brett addresses the current state of Occupy movement and the Quebec student strike. Gordon Laxer on the consequences of delaying the Keystone XL pipeline. Lesley Hughes on the most censored stories of 2011. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:36:37 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noOrganizer Matthew Brett addresses the current state of Occupy movement and the Quebec student strike. Gordon Laxer on the consequences of delaying the Keystone XL pipeline. Lesley Hughes on the most censored stories of 2011.Canadian DimensionOrganizer Matthew Brett addresses the current state of Occupy movement and the Quebec student strike. Gordon Laxer on the consequences of delaying the Keystone XL pipeline. Lesley Hughes on the most censored stories of 2011.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-194 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-194 Karen Devito on the Canadian boat to Gaza shares experiences of her group’s detention by Israeli authorities, Toronto Star columnist Thomas Walkom on the Eurozone’s bail-out efforts for Greece and Martine Elois of Échec à la Guerre explains the Remembrance Day White poppy campaign. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 22:08:33 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noKaren Devito on the Canadian boat to Gaza shares experiences of her group’s detention by Israeli authorities, Toronto Star columnist Thomas Walkom on the Eurozone’s bail-out efforts for Greece and Martine Elois of Échec à la Guerre explains the Remembrance Day White poppy campaign.Canadian DimensionKaren Devito on the Canadian boat to Gaza shares experiences of her group’s detention by Israeli authorities, Toronto Star columnist Thomas Walkom on the Eurozone’s bail-out efforts for Greece and Martine Elois of Échec à la Guerre explains the Remembrance Day White poppy campaign.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-193 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-193 Roger Rashi discusses the potential political consequences of alleged ties between the Mafia’s involvement in the Quebéc construction industry and provincial political parties. Regina-based political economist and author, John Warnock, weighs in on Saskatchewan’s upcoming provincial election. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:04:46 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRoger Rashi discusses the potential political consequences of alleged ties between the Mafia’s involvement in the Quebéc construction industry and provincial political parties. Regina-based political economist and author, John Warnock, weighs in on Saskatchewan’s upcoming provincial election.Canadian DimensionRoger Rashi discusses the potential political consequences of alleged ties between the Mafia’s involvement in the Quebéc construction industry and provincial political parties. Regina-based political economist and author, John Warnock, weighs in on Saskatchewan’s upcoming provincial election.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1911 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1911 James Petras discusses Greece, austerity and the European economic crisis. The Council of Canadian’s Trade Campaigner, Stuart Trew, updates us on Canada’s most recent rounds of trade talks with the European Union, and Winnipegger Ken Kalturnyk assesses Harper’s agenda for the Canadian Wheat Board. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:13:30 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noJames Petras discusses Greece, austerity and the European economic crisis. The Council of Canadian’s Trade Campaigner, Stuart Trew, updates us on Canada’s most recent rounds of trade talks with the European Union, and Winnipegger Ken Kalturnyk assesses Harper’s agenda for the Canadian Wheat Board.Canadian DimensionJames Petras discusses Greece, austerity and the European economic crisis. The Council of Canadian’s Trade Campaigner, Stuart Trew, updates us on Canada’s most recent rounds of trade talks with the European Union, and Winnipegger Ken Kalturnyk assesses Harper’s agenda for the Canadian Wheat Board.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-191 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-191 Jeff Halper analyzes the Palestinian bid for statehood at the UN and prospects for a just Middle East peace. Erin Vosters of FemRev explains her group’s critique of Slutwalk. Paula Mallea dissects the Harper government’s Omnibus Crime Bill. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:06:16 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noJeff Halper analyzes the Palestinian bid for statehood at the UN and prospects for a just Middle East peace. Erin Vosters of FemRev explains her group’s critique of Slutwalk. Paula Mallea dissects the Harper government’s Omnibus Crime Bill.Canadian DimensionJeff Halper analyzes the Palestinian bid for statehood at the UN and prospects for a just Middle East peace. Erin Vosters of FemRev explains her group’s critique of Slutwalk. Paula Mallea dissects the Harper government’s Omnibus Crime Bill.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-190 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-190 Murray Dobbin examines the recent provincial election outcomes across the country. Derrick O’Keefe discusses the Occupy Wall Street movement as it develops in Canada. Student activist Dan DiMaggio discusses the movement from the streets of NYC. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 23:25:43 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMurray Dobbin examines the recent provincial election outcomes across the country. Derrick O’Keefe discusses the Occupy Wall Street movement as it develops in Canada. Student activist Dan DiMaggio discusses the movement from the streets of NYC.Canadian DimensionMurray Dobbin examines the recent provincial election outcomes across the country. Derrick O’Keefe discusses the Occupy Wall Street movement as it develops in Canada. Student activist Dan DiMaggio discusses the movement from the streets of NYC.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1901 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1901 Haaretz reporter and author Amira Hass gives her thoughts and perspectives on the Isreali Occupation, the Palestinian resistance and last summer’s Arab Spring. Music is the Weapon features women heroes of the left. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:56:38 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noHaaretz reporter and author Amira Hass gives her thoughts and perspectives on the Isreali Occupation, the Palestinian resistance and last summer’s Arab Spring. Music is the Weapon features women heroes of the left.Canadian DimensionHaaretz reporter and author Amira Hass gives her thoughts and perspectives on the Isreali Occupation, the Palestinian resistance and last summer’s Arab Spring. Music is the Weapon features women heroes of the left.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-188 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-188 With another economic downturn threatening, York University Professor and author David McNally returns to explain how the decision to bail out banks at the expense of the public sector has lead to the current predicament and what social and labour movements can and should be doing to protect the interests of the working class Labour studies professors, David Camfield of the University of Manitoba and Herman Rosenfeld of McMaster University put into context the elections in Manitoba and Ontario respectively. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:59:30 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noWith another economic downturn threatening, York University Professor and author David McNally returns to explain how the decision to bail out banks at the expense of the public sector has lead to the current predicament and what social and labour movements can and should be doing to protect the interests of the working class Labour studies professors, David Camfield of the University of Manitoba and Herman Rosenfeld of McMaster University put into context the elections in Manitoba and Ontario respectively.Canadian DimensionWith another economic downturn threatening, York University Professor and author David McNally returns to explain how the decision to bail out banks at the expense of the public sector has lead to the current predicament and what social and labour movements can and should be doing to protect the interests of the working class Labour studies professors, David Camfield of the University of Manitoba and Herman Rosenfeld of McMaster University put into context the elections in Manitoba and Ontario respectively.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-187 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-187 As protesters gather on Parliament Hill to mobilize against the TransCanada XL Pipeline, three campaigners address the question of using civil disobedience against the tar sands and other causes: indigenous tar sands campaigner Clayton Thomas Muller, Greenpeace organizer Mike Hudema and political/queer activist Gary Kinsman. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:39:48 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAs protesters gather on Parliament Hill to mobilize against the TransCanada XL Pipeline, three campaigners address the question of using civil disobedience against the tar sands and other causes: indigenous tar sands campaigner Clayton Thomas Muller, Greenpeace organizer Mike Hudema and political/queer activist Gary Kinsman.Canadian DimensionAs protesters gather on Parliament Hill to mobilize against the TransCanada XL Pipeline, three campaigners address the question of using civil disobedience against the tar sands and other causes: indigenous tar sands campaigner Clayton Thomas Muller, Greenpeace organizer Mike Hudema and political/queer activist Gary Kinsman.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-186 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-186 Economist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery has stalled, that the causes of the economic crisis of 2008-9 have not really been dealt with, and that only radical restructuring of economic institutions can solve mass unemployment and prevent a return to economic turmoil. Ernest Drucker, of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York compares the structure of the US incarceration system—which has systematically imprisoned unprecedented numbers of men and women—to well-recognized epidemics from the past. Don’t go there, Canada, he advises. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:30:13 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noEconomist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery has stalled, that the causes of the economic crisis of 2008-9 have not really been dealt with, and that only radical restructuring of economic institutions can solve mass unemployment and prevent a return to economic turmoil. Ernest Drucker, of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York compares the structure of the US incarceration system—which has systematically imprisoned unprecedented numbers of men and women—to well-recognized epidemics from the past. Don’t go there, Canada, he advises.Canadian DimensionEconomist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery has stalled, that the causes of the economic crisis of 2008-9 have not really been dealt with, and that only radical restructuring of economic institutions can solve mass unemployment and prevent a return to economic turmoil. Ernest Drucker, of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York compares the structure of the US incarceration system—which has systematically imprisoned unprecedented numbers of men and women—to well-recognized epidemics from the past. Don’t go there, Canada, he advises.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-185 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-185 Alert! discusses Jack Layton’s impact on the NDP and contemplates what the future holds for politics, the NDP, Québec and the Left in his absence. Featuring Judy Rebick, Murray Dobbin, Sam Gindin, and Simon Tremblay-Pepin. Kevin Whittaker talks about the support staff strike at McGill University. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:23:19 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAlert! discusses Jack Layton’s impact on the NDP and contemplates what the future holds for politics, the NDP, Québec and the Left in his absence. Featuring Judy Rebick, Murray Dobbin, Sam Gindin, and Simon Tremblay-Pepin. Kevin Whittaker talks about the support staff strike at McGill University.Canadian DimensionAlert! discusses Jack Layton’s impact on the NDP and contemplates what the future holds for politics, the NDP, Québec and the Left in his absence. Featuring Judy Rebick, Murray Dobbin, Sam Gindin, and Simon Tremblay-Pepin. Kevin Whittaker talks about the support staff strike at McGill University.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-183 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-183 Canadian Dimension editors and regulars reflect on the outcome of the federal election and discuss how we must fight the Harper majority: John Cartwright (Toronto & York Region Labour Council); Eric Darier (Quebec Greenpeace); Leo Panitch (Socialist Register); Dennis Pilon (Political Scientist); Andrea Levy (Historian); Judy Rebick (Rabble.ca); Geoff Bickerton (CUPW); John Clarke (OCAP); Richard Sanders (COAT), Clayton Thomas Muller (IEN). Wed, 04 May 2011 20:20:39 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCanadian Dimension editors and regulars reflect on the outcome of the federal election and discuss how we must fight the Harper majority: John Cartwright (Toronto & York Region Labour Council); Eric Darier (Quebec Greenpeace); Leo Panitch (Socialist Register); Dennis Pilon (Political Scientist); Andrea Levy (Historian); Judy Rebick (Rabble.ca); Geoff Bickerton (CUPW); John Clarke (OCAP); Richard Sanders (COAT), Clayton Thomas Muller (IEN).Canadian DimensionCanadian Dimension editors and regulars reflect on the outcome of the federal election and discuss how we must fight the Harper majority: John Cartwright (Toronto & York Region Labour Council); Eric Darier (Quebec Greenpeace); Leo Panitch (Socialist Register); Dennis Pilon (Political Scientist); Andrea Levy (Historian); Judy Rebick (Rabble.ca); Geoff Bickerton (CUPW); John Clarke (OCAP); Richard Sanders (COAT), Clayton Thomas Muller (IEN).canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1821 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1821 Toronto Star columnist Antonia Zerbisias reflects on how the social media has transformed public discourse and its likely impact on the federal election. Quebec commentator Pierre Beaudet discusses the NDP surge in Quebec and the future of the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberal Party. South African academic Patrick Bond talks about the upcoming UN Conference on Climate Change in Durban and some of the events being planned by oppositional forces. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:13:08 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noToronto Star columnist Antonia Zerbisias reflects on how the social media has transformed public discourse and its likely impact on the federal election. Quebec commentator Pierre Beaudet discusses the NDP surge in Quebec and the future of the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberal Party. South African academic Patrick Bond talks about the upcoming UN Conference on Climate Change in Durban and some of the events being planned by oppositional forces.Canadian DimensionToronto Star columnist Antonia Zerbisias reflects on how the social media has transformed public discourse and its likely impact on the federal election. Quebec commentator Pierre Beaudet discusses the NDP surge in Quebec and the future of the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberal Party. South African academic Patrick Bond talks about the upcoming UN Conference on Climate Change in Durban and some of the events being planned by oppositional forces.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-182 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-182 Roger Rashi talks about the Cochabamba + 1 Conference on Climate Justice (April 15-17) organized by Alternatives and Canadian Dimension magazine; Sean Devlin, the moving force behind shitharperdid.com talks about its creation and impact; Jim Silver talks about his new book, Poverty and Public Housing. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 18:14:27 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRoger Rashi talks about the Cochabamba + 1 Conference on Climate Justice (April 15-17) organized by Alternatives and Canadian Dimension magazine; Sean Devlin, the moving force behind shitharperdid.com talks about its creation and impact; Jim Silver talks about his new book, Poverty and Public Housing.Canadian DimensionRoger Rashi talks about the Cochabamba + 1 Conference on Climate Justice (April 15-17) organized by Alternatives and Canadian Dimension magazine; Sean Devlin, the moving force behind shitharperdid.com talks about its creation and impact; Jim Silver talks about his new book, Poverty and Public Housing.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-181 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-181 Roger Annis, coordinator of Canada Haiti Action Network, exposes Michel Martelly’s questionable background and talks about where Haiti is going under its new president. Economist Dean Baker, co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington, D.C., explains how the debt ceiling imposed by the US Congress almost shutdown the federal government and comments on Obama’s concessions to the far right. Saul Landau talks about his new film “Will The Real Terrorists Please Stand Up” and comments on how he got the Cuban exile community in Miami and retired FBI and CIA agents to candidly talk about their efforts over the past 50 years to assassinate Fidel Castro and bomb Cuba in an effort to bring down its government. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 06:20:53 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRoger Annis, coordinator of Canada Haiti Action Network, exposes Michel Martelly’s questionable background and talks about where Haiti is going under its new president. Economist Dean Baker, co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington, D.C., explains how the debt ceiling imposed by the US Congress almost shutdown the federal government and comments on Obama’s concessions to the far right. Saul Landau talks about his new film “Will The Real Terrorists Please Stand Up” and comments on how he got the Cuban exile community in Miami and retired FBI and CIA agents to candidly talk about their efforts over the past 50 years to assassinate Fidel Castro and bomb Cuba in an effort to bring down its government.Canadian DimensionRoger Annis, coordinator of Canada Haiti Action Network, exposes Michel Martelly’s questionable background and talks about where Haiti is going under its new president. Economist Dean Baker, co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington, D.C., explains how the debt ceiling imposed by the US Congress almost shutdown the federal government and comments on Obama’s concessions to the far right. Saul Landau talks about his new film “Will The Real Terrorists Please Stand Up” and comments on how he got the Cuban exile community in Miami and retired FBI and CIA agents to candidly talk about their efforts over the past 50 years to assassinate Fidel Castro and bomb Cuba in an effort to bring down its government.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-180 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-180 Alex Neve of Amnesty International discusses the Harper government’s human rights record. Economist Sheila Block discusses a new study about Canada’s colour coded labour market. Derrick O’Keefe of the Canadian Peace Alliance discusses the controversy over the real purpose of the Libyan intervention. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:13:16 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAlex Neve of Amnesty International discusses the Harper government’s human rights record. Economist Sheila Block discusses a new study about Canada’s colour coded labour market. Derrick O’Keefe of the Canadian Peace Alliance discusses the controversy over the real purpose of the Libyan intervention.Canadian DimensionAlex Neve of Amnesty International discusses the Harper government’s human rights record. Economist Sheila Block discusses a new study about Canada’s colour coded labour market. Derrick O’Keefe of the Canadian Peace Alliance discusses the controversy over the real purpose of the Libyan intervention.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-179 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-179 Political Scientist Dennis Pilon gives Harper’s critique of coalition government a failing grade; Legal authority Paula Mallea gives Harper’s Tough on Crime Agenda a failing grade; Military analyst Bill Robinson looks at Canada’s military spending under Harper in historical perspective; award winning journalist Helen Fallding who broke the story about No Running Water on northern reserves talks to Alert about the conditions she found in northern Manitoba and the efforts by First Nations to pressure the Harper government to correct this racially based injustice. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:39:32 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPolitical Scientist Dennis Pilon gives Harper’s critique of coalition government a failing grade; Legal authority Paula Mallea gives Harper’s Tough on Crime Agenda a failing grade; Military analyst Bill Robinson looks at Canada’s military spending under Harper in historical perspective; award winning journalist Helen Fallding who broke the story about No Running Water on northern reserves talks to Alert about the conditions she found in northern Manitoba and the efforts by First Nations to pressure the Harper government to correct this racially based injustice.Canadian DimensionPolitical Scientist Dennis Pilon gives Harper’s critique of coalition government a failing grade; Legal authority Paula Mallea gives Harper’s Tough on Crime Agenda a failing grade; Military analyst Bill Robinson looks at Canada’s military spending under Harper in historical perspective; award winning journalist Helen Fallding who broke the story about No Running Water on northern reserves talks to Alert about the conditions she found in northern Manitoba and the efforts by First Nations to pressure the Harper government to correct this racially based injustice.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-178 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-178 CAW Economist Jim Stanford discusses the defeat of the Harper government and the electoral options as the election campaign is about to take off. Publisher James Lorimer talks about the likely impact of lifting the ban on foreign investment in the Canadian book publishing industry. Researcher and educator Marita Moll reflects on whether nuclear energy is still an option after Fukushima. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:08:25 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCAW Economist Jim Stanford discusses the defeat of the Harper government and the electoral options as the election campaign is about to take off. Publisher James Lorimer talks about the likely impact of lifting the ban on foreign investment in the Canadian book publishing industry. Researcher and educator Marita Moll reflects on whether nuclear energy is still an option after Fukushima.Canadian DimensionCAW Economist Jim Stanford discusses the defeat of the Harper government and the electoral options as the election campaign is about to take off. Publisher James Lorimer talks about the likely impact of lifting the ban on foreign investment in the Canadian book publishing industry. Researcher and educator Marita Moll reflects on whether nuclear energy is still an option after Fukushima.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-177 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-177 Political Scientist Dennis Pilon explores the prospects of the projected May Federal Election and Why a Liberal-NDP Alliance is NOT in the cards. Sean Smith examines the results of the February Irish elections and the rise of the United Left Alliance which could change the face of Irish Politics. Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:18:58 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPolitical Scientist Dennis Pilon explores the prospects of the projected May Federal Election and Why a Liberal-NDP Alliance is NOT in the cards. Sean Smith examines the results of the February Irish elections and the rise of the United Left Alliance which could change the face of Irish Politics.Canadian DimensionPolitical Scientist Dennis Pilon explores the prospects of the projected May Federal Election and Why a Liberal-NDP Alliance is NOT in the cards. Sean Smith examines the results of the February Irish elections and the rise of the United Left Alliance which could change the face of Irish Politics.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-176 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-176 There’s a widespread consensus that the world is facing another food crisis. The only question is what is causing it and what to do about it. ALERT invited Robert Pollin to discuss these questions. Robert Pollin is a professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and founding co-director of its Political Economy Research Institute. What is the state of the fightback against the frontal attack on public sector unions in Wisconsin? And can Wisconsin happen in Canada? Canadian Dimension’s labour columnist, Herman Rosenfeld Herman takes up these questions. The proposed Enbridge pipeline that would carry tar sand oil from Alberta across northern BC to a port in Kitimat where it would be transferred onto supertankers and shipped to China is hotly disputed by the 30 First Nations whose territories the pipelines would cross. Alert talks with one of their leading spokesman, Toghestiy, hereditary chief of Fireweed Clan of the Wet’suwet’en nation. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 17:55:25 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThere’s a widespread consensus that the world is facing another food crisis. The only question is what is causing it and what to do about it. ALERT invited Robert Pollin to discuss these questions. Robert Pollin is a professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and founding co-director of its Political Economy Research Institute. What is the state of the fightback against the frontal attack on public sector unions in Wisconsin? And can Wisconsin happen in Canada? Canadian Dimension’s labour columnist, Herman Rosenfeld Herman takes up these questions. The proposed Enbridge pipeline that would carry tar sand oil from Alberta across northern BC to a port in Kitimat where it would be transferred onto supertankers and shipped to China is hotly disputed by the 30 First Nations whose territories the pipelines would cross. Alert talks with one of their leading spokesman, Toghestiy, hereditary chief of Fireweed Clan of the Wet’suwet’en nation.Canadian DimensionThere’s a widespread consensus that the world is facing another food crisis. The only question is what is causing it and what to do about it. ALERT invited Robert Pollin to discuss these questions. Robert Pollin is a professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and founding co-director of its Political Economy Research Institute. What is the state of the fightback against the frontal attack on public sector unions in Wisconsin? And can Wisconsin happen in Canada? Canadian Dimension’s labour columnist, Herman Rosenfeld Herman takes up these questions. The proposed Enbridge pipeline that would carry tar sand oil from Alberta across northern BC to a port in Kitimat where it would be transferred onto supertankers and shipped to China is hotly disputed by the 30 First Nations whose territories the pipelines would cross. Alert talks with one of their leading spokesman, Toghestiy, hereditary chief of Fireweed Clan of the Wet’suwet’en nation.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-175 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-175 Sarah.k Granke of FemRev gives a short history of IWD on this, its 100th anniversary and talks about the new feminist movement in Canada. York University’s David McNally talks about how the fightback against government meltdown and austerity policy will emerge and the challenges ahead for the revolutionary movements in the Middle East. Andrea Harden Donahue, Energy and Climate Change Campaigner for the Council of Canadians talks about how the campaign again the tar sands is building momentum in Europe and may scuttle the Canada-EU trade deal. Darren Shore, Communications Coordinator of the VOICES-VOIX Coalition talks about the Harper Hit List being compiled of organizations and individuals purged by the Harper administration for advocating ideas that conflict with government policies. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:07:31 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSarah.k Granke of FemRev gives a short history of IWD on this, its 100th anniversary and talks about the new feminist movement in Canada. York University’s David McNally talks about how the fightback against government meltdown and austerity policy will emerge and the challenges ahead for the revolutionary movements in the Middle East. Andrea Harden Donahue, Energy and Climate Change Campaigner for the Council of Canadians talks about how the campaign again the tar sands is building momentum in Europe and may scuttle the Canada-EU trade deal. Darren Shore, Communications Coordinator of the VOICES-VOIX Coalition talks about the Harper Hit List being compiled of organizations and individuals purged by the Harper administration for advocating ideas that conflict with government policies.Canadian DimensionSarah.k Granke of FemRev gives a short history of IWD on this, its 100th anniversary and talks about the new feminist movement in Canada. York University’s David McNally talks about how the fightback against government meltdown and austerity policy will emerge and the challenges ahead for the revolutionary movements in the Middle East. Andrea Harden Donahue, Energy and Climate Change Campaigner for the Council of Canadians talks about how the campaign again the tar sands is building momentum in Europe and may scuttle the Canada-EU trade deal. Darren Shore, Communications Coordinator of the VOICES-VOIX Coalition talks about the Harper Hit List being compiled of organizations and individuals purged by the Harper administration for advocating ideas that conflict with government policies.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-174 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-174 Award winning author and film maker Saul Landau talks about the significance of the attack on Wisconsin public sector unions led by Governor Scott Walker and the importance of the fight-back. Palestinian writer and activist Adam Hanieh gives an in depth explanation of the causes of the Arab revolt, where they are headed and the interest of the US in restricting its aspirations. Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:31:03 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAward winning author and film maker Saul Landau talks about the significance of the attack on Wisconsin public sector unions led by Governor Scott Walker and the importance of the fight-back. Palestinian writer and activist Adam Hanieh gives an in depth explanation of the causes of the Arab revolt, where they are headed and the interest of the US in restricting its aspirations.Canadian DimensionAward winning author and film maker Saul Landau talks about the significance of the attack on Wisconsin public sector unions led by Governor Scott Walker and the importance of the fight-back. Palestinian writer and activist Adam Hanieh gives an in depth explanation of the causes of the Arab revolt, where they are headed and the interest of the US in restricting its aspirations.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-173 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-173 CKLN Board Member Joeita Gupta describes the steps the Ryerson radio station is undertaking in its appeal against the CRTC revocation of its licence. Award winning economist John Loxley reviews the issues surrounding the global economy as the G20 nations prepare for the latest round of meetings in Paris next month. Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:48:56 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCKLN Board Member Joeita Gupta describes the steps the Ryerson radio station is undertaking in its appeal against the CRTC revocation of its licence. Award winning economist John Loxley reviews the issues surrounding the global economy as the G20 nations prepare for the latest round of meetings in Paris next month.Canadian DimensionCKLN Board Member Joeita Gupta describes the steps the Ryerson radio station is undertaking in its appeal against the CRTC revocation of its licence. Award winning economist John Loxley reviews the issues surrounding the global economy as the G20 nations prepare for the latest round of meetings in Paris next month.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-172 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-172 Mordecai Briemberg gives his take on the U.S., Egyptian and Canadian interests in the outcome of the Egyptian uprising. Jim Stanford explains what kind of a federal budget Canada needs and why further cuts in the corporate income tax is the wrong way to go. Steven Staples points out what there is about the perimeter security deal that we should be worried about. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:40:16 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMordecai Briemberg gives his take on the U.S., Egyptian and Canadian interests in the outcome of the Egyptian uprising. Jim Stanford explains what kind of a federal budget Canada needs and why further cuts in the corporate income tax is the wrong way to go. Steven Staples points out what there is about the perimeter security deal that we should be worried about.Canadian DimensionMordecai Briemberg gives his take on the U.S., Egyptian and Canadian interests in the outcome of the Egyptian uprising. Jim Stanford explains what kind of a federal budget Canada needs and why further cuts in the corporate income tax is the wrong way to go. Steven Staples points out what there is about the perimeter security deal that we should be worried about.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-171 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-171 Egyptian Canadian Mustafa Henaway delves into the background of the uprising in Egypt and Tunisia and explores possible outcomes both within these countries and in the region. (NOTE: This interview was recorded hours before the violence broke out in Cairo.) Journalist and blogger Murray Dobbin assesses how Stephen Harper has changed Canada over his five year regime. Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:38:58 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noEgyptian Canadian Mustafa Henaway delves into the background of the uprising in Egypt and Tunisia and explores possible outcomes both within these countries and in the region. (NOTE: This interview was recorded hours before the violence broke out in Cairo.) Journalist and blogger Murray Dobbin assesses how Stephen Harper has changed Canada over his five year regime.Canadian DimensionEgyptian Canadian Mustafa Henaway delves into the background of the uprising in Egypt and Tunisia and explores possible outcomes both within these countries and in the region. (NOTE: This interview was recorded hours before the violence broke out in Cairo.) Journalist and blogger Murray Dobbin assesses how Stephen Harper has changed Canada over his five year regime.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-170 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-170 Yves Engler shows how the NDP’s Middle East policy is so unbalanced as between Israel and the rights of Palestinians. In Brussels at the latest round of the Canada-EU free trade negotiations, Council of Canadians trade campaigner Stewart Trew talks about how European opposition to the tar sands and GM grain imports could scuttle a deal. JP Laplante explains why the Harper government so vehemently opposes requiring Canadian mining companies to follow Canadian human rights and environmental laws in their operations in the global south. Christine Leclerc describes the unique Enbridge pipeline poetry project. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:43:25 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noYves Engler shows how the NDP’s Middle East policy is so unbalanced as between Israel and the rights of Palestinians. In Brussels at the latest round of the Canada-EU free trade negotiations, Council of Canadians trade campaigner Stewart Trew talks about how European opposition to the tar sands and GM grain imports could scuttle a deal. JP Laplante explains why the Harper government so vehemently opposes requiring Canadian mining companies to follow Canadian human rights and environmental laws in their operations in the global south. Christine Leclerc describes the unique Enbridge pipeline poetry project.Canadian DimensionYves Engler shows how the NDP’s Middle East policy is so unbalanced as between Israel and the rights of Palestinians. In Brussels at the latest round of the Canada-EU free trade negotiations, Council of Canadians trade campaigner Stewart Trew talks about how European opposition to the tar sands and GM grain imports could scuttle a deal. JP Laplante explains why the Harper government so vehemently opposes requiring Canadian mining companies to follow Canadian human rights and environmental laws in their operations in the global south. Christine Leclerc describes the unique Enbridge pipeline poetry project.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-169 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-169 Murray Dobbin explains what lies behind the sudden surge of CEO salaries and bonuses. Independent Journalist Kai Hasserliis gives a behind the scene report on the Sudan independence referendum. Canadian Labour Congress researcher Chris Roberts brings us up to date on the Harper government’s retreat on pension reform. Thu, 20 Jan 2011 21:51:03 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMurray Dobbin explains what lies behind the sudden surge of CEO salaries and bonuses. Independent Journalist Kai Hasserliis gives a behind the scene report on the Sudan independence referendum. Canadian Labour Congress researcher Chris Roberts brings us up to date on the Harper government’s retreat on pension reform.Canadian DimensionMurray Dobbin explains what lies behind the sudden surge of CEO salaries and bonuses. Independent Journalist Kai Hasserliis gives a behind the scene report on the Sudan independence referendum. Canadian Labour Congress researcher Chris Roberts brings us up to date on the Harper government’s retreat on pension reform.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-168 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-168 Canadian Dimension editors reflect on the critical developments in 2010 what happened and equally important, what did not happen; and look ahead to expectations for 2011. Mitch Podolak uncovers new political songs for Music is the Weapon. Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:00:46 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCanadian Dimension editors reflect on the critical developments in 2010 what happened and equally important, what did not happen; and look ahead to expectations for 2011. Mitch Podolak uncovers new political songs for Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionCanadian Dimension editors reflect on the critical developments in 2010 what happened and equally important, what did not happen; and look ahead to expectations for 2011. Mitch Podolak uncovers new political songs for Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1641 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1641 Montreal journalist Paul Jackson says that the Haitian People will not accept election results determined by the USA as Haiti’s most popular party, Fanmi Lavalas, headed by the exiled former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, was frozen out of the election. Eco-feminist Terisa Turner on her way to Cancun, discusses what she expects will happen at the UN’s latest conference on Climate Change. James Mulvale of Basic Income Earth Network talks about why the Guaranteed Annual Income has resurfaced as a way to finally eliminate poverty in Canada. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 03:23:45 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMontreal journalist Paul Jackson says that the Haitian People will not accept election results determined by the USA as Haiti’s most popular party, Fanmi Lavalas, headed by the exiled former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, was frozen out of the election. Eco-feminist Terisa Turner on her way to Cancun, discusses what she expects will happen at the UN’s latest conference on Climate Change. James Mulvale of Basic Income Earth Network talks about why the Guaranteed Annual Income has resurfaced as a way to finally eliminate poverty in Canada.Canadian DimensionMontreal journalist Paul Jackson says that the Haitian People will not accept election results determined by the USA as Haiti’s most popular party, Fanmi Lavalas, headed by the exiled former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, was frozen out of the election. Eco-feminist Terisa Turner on her way to Cancun, discusses what she expects will happen at the UN’s latest conference on Climate Change. James Mulvale of Basic Income Earth Network talks about why the Guaranteed Annual Income has resurfaced as a way to finally eliminate poverty in Canada.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-166 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-166 Lucy Sharratt, Coordinator of Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) talks about Monsanto’s new plant breeding program at the University of Manitoba and reviews the impact of genetically modified crops over the past decade. Richard Sanders, coordinator of the Ottawa-based Coalition to Oppose the Arms Trade, talks about the failed NATO mission in Afghanistan and predicts that its role there will not end in 2014. Roland Penner, former Attorney General of Manitoba, talks about the highly secretive RCMP espionage operation and internment plan known as PROFUNC (PROminent FUNCtionaries of the Communist Party), which was established in 1950 and ran for over 30 years. The plan to round up 50,000 Canadians believed to be communist sympathizers was exposed on the CBC¹s Fifth Estate in October of the year. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:24:02 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noLucy Sharratt, Coordinator of Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) talks about Monsanto’s new plant breeding program at the University of Manitoba and reviews the impact of genetically modified crops over the past decade. Richard Sanders, coordinator of the Ottawa-based Coalition to Oppose the Arms Trade, talks about the failed NATO mission in Afghanistan and predicts that its role there will not end in 2014. Roland Penner, former Attorney General of Manitoba, talks about the highly secretive RCMP espionage operation and internment plan known as PROFUNC (PROminent FUNCtionaries of the Communist Party), which was established in 1950 and ran for over 30 years. The plan to round up 50,000 Canadians believed to be communist sympathizers was exposed on the CBC¹s Fifth Estate in October of the year.Canadian DimensionLucy Sharratt, Coordinator of Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) talks about Monsanto’s new plant breeding program at the University of Manitoba and reviews the impact of genetically modified crops over the past decade. Richard Sanders, coordinator of the Ottawa-based Coalition to Oppose the Arms Trade, talks about the failed NATO mission in Afghanistan and predicts that its role there will not end in 2014. Roland Penner, former Attorney General of Manitoba, talks about the highly secretive RCMP espionage operation and internment plan known as PROFUNC (PROminent FUNCtionaries of the Communist Party), which was established in 1950 and ran for over 30 years. The plan to round up 50,000 Canadians believed to be communist sympathizers was exposed on the CBC¹s Fifth Estate in October of the year.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-165 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-165 Sarah.k Granke of RebELLEs talks about Canada’s new Feminist Revolution. Grand Chief Ron Evans talks about Third World conditions on Manitoba’s northern reserves with their lack of running water. Diana Bronson of the ETC Group explains why geo-engineering is a false and dangerous solution to climate change. Mitch Podoluk introduces more new and old anti-war songs. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:40:03 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSarah.k Granke of RebELLEs talks about Canada’s new Feminist Revolution. Grand Chief Ron Evans talks about Third World conditions on Manitoba’s northern reserves with their lack of running water. Diana Bronson of the ETC Group explains why geo-engineering is a false and dangerous solution to climate change. Mitch Podoluk introduces more new and old anti-war songs.Canadian DimensionSarah.k Granke of RebELLEs talks about Canada’s new Feminist Revolution. Grand Chief Ron Evans talks about Third World conditions on Manitoba’s northern reserves with their lack of running water. Diana Bronson of the ETC Group explains why geo-engineering is a false and dangerous solution to climate change. Mitch Podoluk introduces more new and old anti-war songs.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-164 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-164 Mordecai Briemberg backgrounds the recent meeting of the Canadian Parliamentary Coalition to Combat Antisemitism and its true purpose of clamping down on criticism of the Israeli occupation and its apartheid practices. John Warnock reveals the true story behind Ottawa’s decision to reject BHP Billiton’s bid for Potash Corp. Immigration consultant Macdonald Scott positions in historic perspective Jason Kenney’s mission to restrict refugee claimants to Canada and its certain impact. Mitch Podolak presents a Remembrance Day selection of World War Two music. Fri, 12 Nov 2010 04:51:20 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMordecai Briemberg backgrounds the recent meeting of the Canadian Parliamentary Coalition to Combat Antisemitism and its true purpose of clamping down on criticism of the Israeli occupation and its apartheid practices. John Warnock reveals the true story behind Ottawa’s decision to reject BHP Billiton’s bid for Potash Corp. Immigration consultant Macdonald Scott positions in historic perspective Jason Kenney’s mission to restrict refugee claimants to Canada and its certain impact. Mitch Podolak presents a Remembrance Day selection of World War Two music.Canadian DimensionMordecai Briemberg backgrounds the recent meeting of the Canadian Parliamentary Coalition to Combat Antisemitism and its true purpose of clamping down on criticism of the Israeli occupation and its apartheid practices. John Warnock reveals the true story behind Ottawa’s decision to reject BHP Billiton’s bid for Potash Corp. Immigration consultant Macdonald Scott positions in historic perspective Jason Kenney’s mission to restrict refugee claimants to Canada and its certain impact. Mitch Podolak presents a Remembrance Day selection of World War Two music.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-163 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-163 Award winning film maker John Greyson talks about the culture boycott being launched against Israel. Mary Agnes Welch of the Canadian Association of Journalists discusses the re-arrest of G20 activist Alex Hundert. Mitch Podoluk introduces anticapitalist and antiwar music on Music is the Weapon. Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:04:04 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAward winning film maker John Greyson talks about the culture boycott being launched against Israel. Mary Agnes Welch of the Canadian Association of Journalists discusses the re-arrest of G20 activist Alex Hundert. Mitch Podoluk introduces anticapitalist and antiwar music on Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionAward winning film maker John Greyson talks about the culture boycott being launched against Israel. Mary Agnes Welch of the Canadian Association of Journalists discusses the re-arrest of G20 activist Alex Hundert. Mitch Podoluk introduces anticapitalist and antiwar music on Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-162 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-162 The Harper government foreign policy doomed Canada’s bid for a UN Security Council seat according to award winning editor and columnist Haroon Siddiqui. Stephen Shrybman, international trade and public interest lawyer and Board member of the Council of Canadians reveals the pitfalls of the Canada-European Union free trade agreement now being negotiated. Award winning film maker, broadcaster and writer Saul Landau talks about the right-wing swing in American politics and reflects on whether it matters that the Democratic Party will gain at the expense of the Democrats in next week’s Congressional elections. He also ruminates on California’s ballot to decriminalize possession of marijuana. Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:33:52 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThe Harper government foreign policy doomed Canada’s bid for a UN Security Council seat according to award winning editor and columnist Haroon Siddiqui. Stephen Shrybman, international trade and public interest lawyer and Board member of the Council of Canadians reveals the pitfalls of the Canada-European Union free trade agreement now being negotiated. Award winning film maker, broadcaster and writer Saul Landau talks about the right-wing swing in American politics and reflects on whether it matters that the Democratic Party will gain at the expense of the Democrats in next week’s Congressional elections. He also ruminates on California’s ballot to decriminalize possession of marijuana.Canadian DimensionThe Harper government foreign policy doomed Canada’s bid for a UN Security Council seat according to award winning editor and columnist Haroon Siddiqui. Stephen Shrybman, international trade and public interest lawyer and Board member of the Council of Canadians reveals the pitfalls of the Canada-European Union free trade agreement now being negotiated. Award winning film maker, broadcaster and writer Saul Landau talks about the right-wing swing in American politics and reflects on whether it matters that the Democratic Party will gain at the expense of the Democrats in next week’s Congressional elections. He also ruminates on California’s ballot to decriminalize possession of marijuana.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-161 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-161 Steven Staples, director of the Rideau Institute explains why the purchase of the F-35 Stealth Fighter is an obscene waste of money. Observers of the mayoralty races in Toronto, Winnipeg and Edmonton talk about the issues in these three races and what is at stake. Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon. Thu, 21 Oct 2010 18:06:02 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSteven Staples, director of the Rideau Institute explains why the purchase of the F-35 Stealth Fighter is an obscene waste of money. Observers of the mayoralty races in Toronto, Winnipeg and Edmonton talk about the issues in these three races and what is at stake. Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionSteven Staples, director of the Rideau Institute explains why the purchase of the F-35 Stealth Fighter is an obscene waste of money. Observers of the mayoralty races in Toronto, Winnipeg and Edmonton talk about the issues in these three races and what is at stake. Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-160 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-160 What was the October Crisis of 1970? What the the FLQ Really About? How Does Trudeau’s Suspension of Civil Liberties in 1970 Compare With Harper’s Attack on Civil Liberties at the G20 Protests in 2010? How does the FLQ compare with the Black Bloc? The University of Ottawa’s Pierre Beaudet answers these questions and more. He was one of the 500 innocents arrested under the War Measures Act in 1970. The missing women of Vancouver’s East End is the subject of David Hugill recent media study. How has the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star handled this tragic story? Tzana Miranda Leal, organizer of the Justice For Migrant Workers’ Thanksgiving Day march from Leamington to Windsor talks about the march and what it set out to accomplish. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:25:47 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noWhat was the October Crisis of 1970? What the the FLQ Really About? How Does Trudeau’s Suspension of Civil Liberties in 1970 Compare With Harper’s Attack on Civil Liberties at the G20 Protests in 2010? How does the FLQ compare with the Black Bloc? The University of Ottawa’s Pierre Beaudet answers these questions and more. He was one of the 500 innocents arrested under the War Measures Act in 1970. The missing women of Vancouver’s East End is the subject of David Hugill recent media study. How has the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star handled this tragic story? Tzana Miranda Leal, organizer of the Justice For Migrant Workers’ Thanksgiving Day march from Leamington to Windsor talks about the march and what it set out to accomplish.Canadian DimensionWhat was the October Crisis of 1970? What the the FLQ Really About? How Does Trudeau’s Suspension of Civil Liberties in 1970 Compare With Harper’s Attack on Civil Liberties at the G20 Protests in 2010? How does the FLQ compare with the Black Bloc? The University of Ottawa’s Pierre Beaudet answers these questions and more. He was one of the 500 innocents arrested under the War Measures Act in 1970. The missing women of Vancouver’s East End is the subject of David Hugill recent media study. How has the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star handled this tragic story? Tzana Miranda Leal, organizer of the Justice For Migrant Workers’ Thanksgiving Day march from Leamington to Windsor talks about the march and what it set out to accomplish.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-159 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-159 Pascale Robitaille who coordinates Stella, an organization that offers services and rights’ defence by and for sex workers in Montreal, comments on how the recent ruling in Ontario’s Superior Court will affect the safety of sex workers. Diana Lombardi, coordinator at the Fédération des femmes du Québec talks about the World March of Women which is just completing the 2010 march as we speak. The FFQ has been among the main organizers of the march since its inception in 2000. Award winning American-Venezuelan journalist Eva Golinger comments on the results of Venezuela’s parliamentary elections, the attempted coup in Equador and Brazil’s new president. Mitch Podoluk goes story telling on Music is the Weapon. Fri, 08 Oct 2010 06:09:13 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noPascale Robitaille who coordinates Stella, an organization that offers services and rights’ defence by and for sex workers in Montreal, comments on how the recent ruling in Ontario’s Superior Court will affect the safety of sex workers. Diana Lombardi, coordinator at the Fédération des femmes du Québec talks about the World March of Women which is just completing the 2010 march as we speak. The FFQ has been among the main organizers of the march since its inception in 2000. Award winning American-Venezuelan journalist Eva Golinger comments on the results of Venezuela’s parliamentary elections, the attempted coup in Equador and Brazil’s new president. Mitch Podoluk goes story telling on Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionPascale Robitaille who coordinates Stella, an organization that offers services and rights’ defence by and for sex workers in Montreal, comments on how the recent ruling in Ontario’s Superior Court will affect the safety of sex workers. Diana Lombardi, coordinator at the Fédération des femmes du Québec talks about the World March of Women which is just completing the 2010 march as we speak. The FFQ has been among the main organizers of the march since its inception in 2000. Award winning American-Venezuelan journalist Eva Golinger comments on the results of Venezuela’s parliamentary elections, the attempted coup in Equador and Brazil’s new president. Mitch Podoluk goes story telling on Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-158 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-158 This week marks the ninth anniversary of the first American bombs dropped on Afghanistan. Author John Warnock reviews how and why the US and Canada got into this war and he questions whether the US has any intention of pulling out in 2011. Sociologist Elizabeth Comack discusses the role of race in police and law enforcement practices in Winnipeg, and what can be done to resolve the problem. On the eve of its 25th anniversary, Council of Canadians’ Campaign Coordinator Brent Patterson reviews the evolution of the Council and discusses where it is headed. Folk music icon Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon. Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:19:04 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThis week marks the ninth anniversary of the first American bombs dropped on Afghanistan. Author John Warnock reviews how and why the US and Canada got into this war and he questions whether the US has any intention of pulling out in 2011. Sociologist Elizabeth Comack discusses the role of race in police and law enforcement practices in Winnipeg, and what can be done to resolve the problem. On the eve of its 25th anniversary, Council of Canadians’ Campaign Coordinator Brent Patterson reviews the evolution of the Council and discusses where it is headed. Folk music icon Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionThis week marks the ninth anniversary of the first American bombs dropped on Afghanistan. Author John Warnock reviews how and why the US and Canada got into this war and he questions whether the US has any intention of pulling out in 2011. Sociologist Elizabeth Comack discusses the role of race in police and law enforcement practices in Winnipeg, and what can be done to resolve the problem. On the eve of its 25th anniversary, Council of Canadians’ Campaign Coordinator Brent Patterson reviews the evolution of the Council and discusses where it is headed. Folk music icon Mitch Podoluk is back with Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-157 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-157 An exclusive in depth interview with Israel’s preeminent journalist Gideon Levy. James Petras comments on next week’s crucial Venezuelan elections. War Resister Joshua Key indicates what’s at stake if he is ordered back to the USA by the Harper administration. Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:15:33 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAn exclusive in depth interview with Israel’s preeminent journalist Gideon Levy. James Petras comments on next week’s crucial Venezuelan elections. War Resister Joshua Key indicates what’s at stake if he is ordered back to the USA by the Harper administration.Canadian DimensionAn exclusive in depth interview with Israel’s preeminent journalist Gideon Levy. James Petras comments on next week’s crucial Venezuelan elections. War Resister Joshua Key indicates what’s at stake if he is ordered back to the USA by the Harper administration.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-156 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-156 What does the Green Party of Canada think about capitalism and how far will it go to stop the tar sands? Alert talks with Elizabeth May. The Indigenous Environmental Network calls for a new social movement to stop ecocide and a new economic paradigm. Alert talks with Clayton Thomas-Muller. Mitch Podoluk is back with music is the weapon. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:58:39 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noWhat does the Green Party of Canada think about capitalism and how far will it go to stop the tar sands? Alert talks with Elizabeth May. The Indigenous Environmental Network calls for a new social movement to stop ecocide and a new economic paradigm. Alert talks with Clayton Thomas-Muller. Mitch Podoluk is back with music is the weapon.Canadian DimensionWhat does the Green Party of Canada think about capitalism and how far will it go to stop the tar sands? Alert talks with Elizabeth May. The Indigenous Environmental Network calls for a new social movement to stop ecocide and a new economic paradigm. Alert talks with Clayton Thomas-Muller. Mitch Podoluk is back with music is the weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-155 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-155 ALERT’S last show of the season! Pensions sufficient to keep retirees from growing old in poverty are under frontal attack. Joel Harden of the Canadian Labour Congress Research Department and CD collective member Andrea Levy explain why. This week’s episode also celebrates MayDay week and discusses Canadian mining companies in the global south. And, as always, Mitch Podoluk is here with Music is the Weapon. You can subscribe to our podcast via iTunes and listen to past episodes by clicking the links below. A new season of ALERT will begin in September 2010. Thu, 06 May 2010 17:25:57 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noALERT’S last show of the season! Pensions sufficient to keep retirees from growing old in poverty are under frontal attack. Joel Harden of the Canadian Labour Congress Research Department and CD collective member Andrea Levy explain why. This week’s episode also celebrates MayDay week and discusses Canadian mining companies in the global south. And, as always, Mitch Podoluk is here with Music is the Weapon. You can subscribe to our podcast via iTunes and listen to past episodes by clicking the links below. A new season of ALERT will begin in September 2010.Canadian DimensionALERT’S last show of the season! Pensions sufficient to keep retirees from growing old in poverty are under frontal attack. Joel Harden of the Canadian Labour Congress Research Department and CD collective member Andrea Levy explain why. This week’s episode also celebrates MayDay week and discusses Canadian mining companies in the global south. And, as always, Mitch Podoluk is here with Music is the Weapon. You can subscribe to our podcast via iTunes and listen to past episodes by clicking the links below. A new season of ALERT will begin in September 2010.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-154 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-154 Ian Angus, editor of the on line journal Climate and Capitalism and member of the Canadian Dimension collective talks about the outcome and the climate movement politics emerging out of The World People’s Conference on Climate Change and the Rights of Mother Earth convened by Bolivia’s President Evo Morales in Cochabamba. Clayton Thomas-Muller of the Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN) talks about the message he delivered to the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues last Saturday about the woeful example of First Nations rights in Alberta’s Tar Sands. Ron Mackay, spokesman for British MP George Galloway talks about why Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenny ordered Galloway banned from Canada. Elle Flanders, driving force behind Queers Against Israeli Apartheid, talks about the campaign to bar QAIA from this year’s Toronto Pride parade. Mitch Podolak brings songs of the environment to this week’s Music Is The Weapon. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:15:32 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noIan Angus, editor of the on line journal Climate and Capitalism and member of the Canadian Dimension collective talks about the outcome and the climate movement politics emerging out of The World People’s Conference on Climate Change and the Rights of Mother Earth convened by Bolivia’s President Evo Morales in Cochabamba. Clayton Thomas-Muller of the Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN) talks about the message he delivered to the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues last Saturday about the woeful example of First Nations rights in Alberta’s Tar Sands. Ron Mackay, spokesman for British MP George Galloway talks about why Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenny ordered Galloway banned from Canada. Elle Flanders, driving force behind Queers Against Israeli Apartheid, talks about the campaign to bar QAIA from this year’s Toronto Pride parade. Mitch Podolak brings songs of the environment to this week’s Music Is The Weapon.Canadian DimensionIan Angus, editor of the on line journal Climate and Capitalism and member of the Canadian Dimension collective talks about the outcome and the climate movement politics emerging out of The World People’s Conference on Climate Change and the Rights of Mother Earth convened by Bolivia’s President Evo Morales in Cochabamba. Clayton Thomas-Muller of the Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN) talks about the message he delivered to the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues last Saturday about the woeful example of First Nations rights in Alberta’s Tar Sands. Ron Mackay, spokesman for British MP George Galloway talks about why Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenny ordered Galloway banned from Canada. Elle Flanders, driving force behind Queers Against Israeli Apartheid, talks about the campaign to bar QAIA from this year’s Toronto Pride parade. Mitch Podolak brings songs of the environment to this week’s Music Is The Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-153 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-153 Honduras-based Rights Action worker, Karen Spring, explains that because the current post military coup government is particularly friendly to Canada’s mining interests in Honduras that the Canadian government is blind to that country’s numerous human rights violations including those conducted by death squads. Richard Fidler talks about the life and thoughts of Quebec firebrand Michel Chartrand who passed away last week at the age of 93. Chris Webb describes the latest activities and campaigns of a new project called the Toronto Workers’ Assembly. For Music is the Weapon, Mitch Podolak plays a short list of some of the songs he has carried in his head since he was a kid. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:35:43 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noHonduras-based Rights Action worker, Karen Spring, explains that because the current post military coup government is particularly friendly to Canada’s mining interests in Honduras that the Canadian government is blind to that country’s numerous human rights violations including those conducted by death squads. Richard Fidler talks about the life and thoughts of Quebec firebrand Michel Chartrand who passed away last week at the age of 93. Chris Webb describes the latest activities and campaigns of a new project called the Toronto Workers’ Assembly. For Music is the Weapon, Mitch Podolak plays a short list of some of the songs he has carried in his head since he was a kid.Canadian DimensionHonduras-based Rights Action worker, Karen Spring, explains that because the current post military coup government is particularly friendly to Canada’s mining interests in Honduras that the Canadian government is blind to that country’s numerous human rights violations including those conducted by death squads. Richard Fidler talks about the life and thoughts of Quebec firebrand Michel Chartrand who passed away last week at the age of 93. Chris Webb describes the latest activities and campaigns of a new project called the Toronto Workers’ Assembly. For Music is the Weapon, Mitch Podolak plays a short list of some of the songs he has carried in his head since he was a kid.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-152 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-152 Former Chief Arthur Manuel exposes what lies behind Tom Flanagan’s proposal to convert reserve lands to private property. Professor Darlene Juschka tells why she and 15 other University of Regina faculty members oppose the Project Hero program on their campus. John Clarke, organizer of the Ontario Coalition Against Poverty, explains how Ontario’s 2010 budget penalizes the poor. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon features songs of resistance that focus on Latin America and Iraq. Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:20:24 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noFormer Chief Arthur Manuel exposes what lies behind Tom Flanagan’s proposal to convert reserve lands to private property. Professor Darlene Juschka tells why she and 15 other University of Regina faculty members oppose the Project Hero program on their campus. John Clarke, organizer of the Ontario Coalition Against Poverty, explains how Ontario’s 2010 budget penalizes the poor. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon features songs of resistance that focus on Latin America and Iraq.Canadian DimensionFormer Chief Arthur Manuel exposes what lies behind Tom Flanagan’s proposal to convert reserve lands to private property. Professor Darlene Juschka tells why she and 15 other University of Regina faculty members oppose the Project Hero program on their campus. John Clarke, organizer of the Ontario Coalition Against Poverty, explains how Ontario’s 2010 budget penalizes the poor. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon features songs of resistance that focus on Latin America and Iraq.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-151 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-151 RebELLE spokesperson Barbara Legault talks about how Quebec feminists view Bill 94 which would refuse government services, public employment and most medical care to Muslim women whose face is covered by the niqab. She also describes the massive opposition to Quebec’s new budget that establishes a user fee on health care and increases fees on other government services. York University’s David Noble talks about the significance of his court victory requiring York University administrators to answer questions about an alleged pro-Israel orientation shared by members of a key governing body which he contends influences that university’s actions against him and others on campus who question Israeli policy in the Middle East. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute argues that contrary to the request put by Hillary Clinton, Canada should quit Afghanistan now. He also explains that NATO has just about outlived its role in world affairs. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon is all about trains. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 18:26:12 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRebELLE spokesperson Barbara Legault talks about how Quebec feminists view Bill 94 which would refuse government services, public employment and most medical care to Muslim women whose face is covered by the niqab. She also describes the massive opposition to Quebec’s new budget that establishes a user fee on health care and increases fees on other government services. York University’s David Noble talks about the significance of his court victory requiring York University administrators to answer questions about an alleged pro-Israel orientation shared by members of a key governing body which he contends influences that university’s actions against him and others on campus who question Israeli policy in the Middle East. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute argues that contrary to the request put by Hillary Clinton, Canada should quit Afghanistan now. He also explains that NATO has just about outlived its role in world affairs. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon is all about trains.Canadian DimensionRebELLE spokesperson Barbara Legault talks about how Quebec feminists view Bill 94 which would refuse government services, public employment and most medical care to Muslim women whose face is covered by the niqab. She also describes the massive opposition to Quebec’s new budget that establishes a user fee on health care and increases fees on other government services. York University’s David Noble talks about the significance of his court victory requiring York University administrators to answer questions about an alleged pro-Israel orientation shared by members of a key governing body which he contends influences that university’s actions against him and others on campus who question Israeli policy in the Middle East. Steven Staples, President of the Rideau Institute argues that contrary to the request put by Hillary Clinton, Canada should quit Afghanistan now. He also explains that NATO has just about outlived its role in world affairs. Mitch Podolak’s Music is the Weapon is all about trains.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-150 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-150 Professor Arthur Schafer, director of the Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics at the University of Manitoba, discusses issues of free speech and hate speech that arise from the cancellation of Ann Coulter¹s talk at the University of Ottawa. Art Sterrit, executive director of the Coastal First Nations describes the inevitable damages expected from the proposed Enbridge Norther pipeline and its supertankers that would penetrate into the heart of BC’s Great Bear Rainforest. Art outlines the campaign mounted by a coalition of 150 native bands, several environmental organizations and dozens of prominent individuals including Margaret Atwood, David Suzuki, Thomas Berger, Bruce Cockburn and ten Olympic athletes. Some are saying that the Enbridge dispute may be the defining battle for a new generation concerned about climate change and global dependence on oil. Mitch Podolak’s Music Is The Weapon this week is all about money! Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:58:53 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noProfessor Arthur Schafer, director of the Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics at the University of Manitoba, discusses issues of free speech and hate speech that arise from the cancellation of Ann Coulter¹s talk at the University of Ottawa. Art Sterrit, executive director of the Coastal First Nations describes the inevitable damages expected from the proposed Enbridge Norther pipeline and its supertankers that would penetrate into the heart of BC’s Great Bear Rainforest. Art outlines the campaign mounted by a coalition of 150 native bands, several environmental organizations and dozens of prominent individuals including Margaret Atwood, David Suzuki, Thomas Berger, Bruce Cockburn and ten Olympic athletes. Some are saying that the Enbridge dispute may be the defining battle for a new generation concerned about climate change and global dependence on oil. Mitch Podolak’s Music Is The Weapon this week is all about money!Canadian DimensionProfessor Arthur Schafer, director of the Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics at the University of Manitoba, discusses issues of free speech and hate speech that arise from the cancellation of Ann Coulter¹s talk at the University of Ottawa. Art Sterrit, executive director of the Coastal First Nations describes the inevitable damages expected from the proposed Enbridge Norther pipeline and its supertankers that would penetrate into the heart of BC’s Great Bear Rainforest. Art outlines the campaign mounted by a coalition of 150 native bands, several environmental organizations and dozens of prominent individuals including Margaret Atwood, David Suzuki, Thomas Berger, Bruce Cockburn and ten Olympic athletes. Some are saying that the Enbridge dispute may be the defining battle for a new generation concerned about climate change and global dependence on oil. Mitch Podolak’s Music Is The Weapon this week is all about money!canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-149 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-149 Thomas Woodley, president of Canadians for Justice & Peace in the Middle East talks about how the Harper government forced the cancellation of the CJPME-sponsored Canadian tour of 2010 Nobel prize nominee and Palestinian leader Dr. Mustafa Barghouti. Graham Saul, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada talks about a recently released study showing the consequences of the Harper government¹s policy of muzzling government climate change experts. Professor Jeffrey Webber of the University of Regina talks about Canada¹s interests in Honduras and in Latin America in general and how this is shaping Canadian policy in supporting right-wing governments in the region, most recently that of Honduras. Mitch Podolak introduces new blues and folk music on Music is the Weapon. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:18:42 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThomas Woodley, president of Canadians for Justice & Peace in the Middle East talks about how the Harper government forced the cancellation of the CJPME-sponsored Canadian tour of 2010 Nobel prize nominee and Palestinian leader Dr. Mustafa Barghouti. Graham Saul, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada talks about a recently released study showing the consequences of the Harper government¹s policy of muzzling government climate change experts. Professor Jeffrey Webber of the University of Regina talks about Canada¹s interests in Honduras and in Latin America in general and how this is shaping Canadian policy in supporting right-wing governments in the region, most recently that of Honduras. Mitch Podolak introduces new blues and folk music on Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionThomas Woodley, president of Canadians for Justice & Peace in the Middle East talks about how the Harper government forced the cancellation of the CJPME-sponsored Canadian tour of 2010 Nobel prize nominee and Palestinian leader Dr. Mustafa Barghouti. Graham Saul, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada talks about a recently released study showing the consequences of the Harper government¹s policy of muzzling government climate change experts. Professor Jeffrey Webber of the University of Regina talks about Canada¹s interests in Honduras and in Latin America in general and how this is shaping Canadian policy in supporting right-wing governments in the region, most recently that of Honduras. Mitch Podolak introduces new blues and folk music on Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-148 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-148 Macdonald Stainsby, a creator of savegreenpeace.org, talks about why the appointment of Tzeporah Berman as director of Greenpeace International global climate and energy campaign has caused such an uproar within the Canadian ranks of Greenpeace. Stainsby also talks about the growing tendency of environmental groups to take money from the world’s biggest polluters. Sid Shniad of Independent Jewish Voices is one of the 8800 Jewish Canadians and Americans named in this year’s Self-Hating Israel-Threatening (S.H.I.T.) list. He talks about the list and what its creators intend by it. Devlin Kuyek of Grain describes the amazing global land grab as vast portions of the most fertile lands of Africa are being bought off or leased by multinational companies. Mitch Podolak devotes Music is the Weapon to fallen comrade Liz Barkley. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:42:17 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMacdonald Stainsby, a creator of savegreenpeace.org, talks about why the appointment of Tzeporah Berman as director of Greenpeace International global climate and energy campaign has caused such an uproar within the Canadian ranks of Greenpeace. Stainsby also talks about the growing tendency of environmental groups to take money from the world’s biggest polluters. Sid Shniad of Independent Jewish Voices is one of the 8800 Jewish Canadians and Americans named in this year’s Self-Hating Israel-Threatening (S.H.I.T.) list. He talks about the list and what its creators intend by it. Devlin Kuyek of Grain describes the amazing global land grab as vast portions of the most fertile lands of Africa are being bought off or leased by multinational companies. Mitch Podolak devotes Music is the Weapon to fallen comrade Liz Barkley.Canadian DimensionMacdonald Stainsby, a creator of savegreenpeace.org, talks about why the appointment of Tzeporah Berman as director of Greenpeace International global climate and energy campaign has caused such an uproar within the Canadian ranks of Greenpeace. Stainsby also talks about the growing tendency of environmental groups to take money from the world’s biggest polluters. Sid Shniad of Independent Jewish Voices is one of the 8800 Jewish Canadians and Americans named in this year’s Self-Hating Israel-Threatening (S.H.I.T.) list. He talks about the list and what its creators intend by it. Devlin Kuyek of Grain describes the amazing global land grab as vast portions of the most fertile lands of Africa are being bought off or leased by multinational companies. Mitch Podolak devotes Music is the Weapon to fallen comrade Liz Barkley.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1461 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1461 Sarah Granke of FemRev talks about the new generation of feminists in Canada. Mordecai Briemberg explains why there is such a strong campaign, now reaching into the Ontario Legislature and the Parliament of Canada, to criminalize critics of the Israeli state. Mitch Podolak reaches back into the music of the civil rights movement. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:55:01 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSarah Granke of FemRev talks about the new generation of feminists in Canada. Mordecai Briemberg explains why there is such a strong campaign, now reaching into the Ontario Legislature and the Parliament of Canada, to criminalize critics of the Israeli state. Mitch Podolak reaches back into the music of the civil rights movement.Canadian DimensionSarah Granke of FemRev talks about the new generation of feminists in Canada. Mordecai Briemberg explains why there is such a strong campaign, now reaching into the Ontario Legislature and the Parliament of Canada, to criminalize critics of the Israeli state. Mitch Podolak reaches back into the music of the civil rights movement.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-146 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-146 Denis Pilon argues that the Olympic Games is less about sports than it is another scheme to transfer public wealth to a small number of private beneficiaries. Professor Farid Easack of the University of Johannesburg in Canada as part of Israel Apartheid Week explains why he regards Israel as an apartheid state even more oppressive than apartheid in South Africa. Anisa Mirza, IAW organizer on the campus of McMaster University, describes the administration and community response to IAW. Chief Fabian Alexis and Grand Chief Stuart Phillips explain why BC’s Okanogan band is blockading the Telco company logging operation in the Okanogan Valley. Mitch Podolak introduces new and old labour songs on Music is the Weapon. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:57:52 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noDenis Pilon argues that the Olympic Games is less about sports than it is another scheme to transfer public wealth to a small number of private beneficiaries. Professor Farid Easack of the University of Johannesburg in Canada as part of Israel Apartheid Week explains why he regards Israel as an apartheid state even more oppressive than apartheid in South Africa. Anisa Mirza, IAW organizer on the campus of McMaster University, describes the administration and community response to IAW. Chief Fabian Alexis and Grand Chief Stuart Phillips explain why BC’s Okanogan band is blockading the Telco company logging operation in the Okanogan Valley. Mitch Podolak introduces new and old labour songs on Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionDenis Pilon argues that the Olympic Games is less about sports than it is another scheme to transfer public wealth to a small number of private beneficiaries. Professor Farid Easack of the University of Johannesburg in Canada as part of Israel Apartheid Week explains why he regards Israel as an apartheid state even more oppressive than apartheid in South Africa. Anisa Mirza, IAW organizer on the campus of McMaster University, describes the administration and community response to IAW. Chief Fabian Alexis and Grand Chief Stuart Phillips explain why BC’s Okanogan band is blockading the Telco company logging operation in the Okanogan Valley. Mitch Podolak introduces new and old labour songs on Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-145 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-145 Denis Lemelin, National President of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers warns against Canada Post’s plans to further downsize and privitize the postal service. Danny Schur, creator of Strike-the Musical (based on the Winnipeg General Strike) talks about his plans to bring it to the big screen. Grad student Tyler Shipley laments about what the Olympic Games is doing to our love of sports and our sense of national priorities. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon focuses on the art of Woodie Guthrie. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:24:44 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noDenis Lemelin, National President of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers warns against Canada Post’s plans to further downsize and privitize the postal service. Danny Schur, creator of Strike-the Musical (based on the Winnipeg General Strike) talks about his plans to bring it to the big screen. Grad student Tyler Shipley laments about what the Olympic Games is doing to our love of sports and our sense of national priorities. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon focuses on the art of Woodie Guthrie.Canadian DimensionDenis Lemelin, National President of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers warns against Canada Post’s plans to further downsize and privitize the postal service. Danny Schur, creator of Strike-the Musical (based on the Winnipeg General Strike) talks about his plans to bring it to the big screen. Grad student Tyler Shipley laments about what the Olympic Games is doing to our love of sports and our sense of national priorities. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon focuses on the art of Woodie Guthrie.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-144 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-144 Stephen Lendman asks if the Haiti earthquake could have been manufactured and he makes some startling revelations about where all the aid is ending up. James Petras praises Chavez’s Bolivarian Revolution as it celebrates its 10th anniversary while noting some of its weaknesses. Michael Spourdalakas explains why Greece is in such an economic mess and what the government can do about it. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:41:06 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noStephen Lendman asks if the Haiti earthquake could have been manufactured and he makes some startling revelations about where all the aid is ending up. James Petras praises Chavez’s Bolivarian Revolution as it celebrates its 10th anniversary while noting some of its weaknesses. Michael Spourdalakas explains why Greece is in such an economic mess and what the government can do about it.Canadian DimensionStephen Lendman asks if the Haiti earthquake could have been manufactured and he makes some startling revelations about where all the aid is ending up. James Petras praises Chavez’s Bolivarian Revolution as it celebrates its 10th anniversary while noting some of its weaknesses. Michael Spourdalakas explains why Greece is in such an economic mess and what the government can do about it.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-143 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-143 Economist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery is so weak and what kind of fiscal and bank reform policies are needed. Journalist Haroon Siddiqui gives an inside view of what is going on at the Montreal Rights and Democracy and the new direction given it by the Harper appointed ‘Gang of Seven’. Maria Paez Victor of the Louis Riel Bolivarian Circle refutes the media claims that Venezuela is falling apart and that Hugo Chavez’s popularity is at an all time low. She explains the reasons behind the media blitz to discredit the Chavez regime. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon is all about ‘borders’. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:33:56 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noEconomist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery is so weak and what kind of fiscal and bank reform policies are needed. Journalist Haroon Siddiqui gives an inside view of what is going on at the Montreal Rights and Democracy and the new direction given it by the Harper appointed ‘Gang of Seven’. Maria Paez Victor of the Louis Riel Bolivarian Circle refutes the media claims that Venezuela is falling apart and that Hugo Chavez’s popularity is at an all time low. She explains the reasons behind the media blitz to discredit the Chavez regime. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon is all about ‘borders’.Canadian DimensionEconomist Jim Stanford explains why the economic recovery is so weak and what kind of fiscal and bank reform policies are needed. Journalist Haroon Siddiqui gives an inside view of what is going on at the Montreal Rights and Democracy and the new direction given it by the Harper appointed ‘Gang of Seven’. Maria Paez Victor of the Louis Riel Bolivarian Circle refutes the media claims that Venezuela is falling apart and that Hugo Chavez’s popularity is at an all time low. She explains the reasons behind the media blitz to discredit the Chavez regime. Mitch Podoluk’s Music is the Weapon is all about ‘borders’.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-142 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-142 Is Harper A Dangerous Man? Political Scientist Dennis Pilon makes a case that the minority Harper government is changing the face of Canada ­and getting away with it. Why is the Canadian Jewish Congress putting so much pressure on the United Church of Canada to terminate its relationship with the upstart Independent Jewish Voices? Sid Shniad, co-chair of IJV gives the inside story. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:57:15 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noIs Harper A Dangerous Man? Political Scientist Dennis Pilon makes a case that the minority Harper government is changing the face of Canada ­and getting away with it. Why is the Canadian Jewish Congress putting so much pressure on the United Church of Canada to terminate its relationship with the upstart Independent Jewish Voices? Sid Shniad, co-chair of IJV gives the inside story.Canadian DimensionIs Harper A Dangerous Man? Political Scientist Dennis Pilon makes a case that the minority Harper government is changing the face of Canada ­and getting away with it. Why is the Canadian Jewish Congress putting so much pressure on the United Church of Canada to terminate its relationship with the upstart Independent Jewish Voices? Sid Shniad, co-chair of IJV gives the inside story.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-141 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-141 Judy Rebick describes how young protesters used Facebook to organize rallies in 65 cities against Stephen Harper’s erosion of democracy. Roger Annis, coordinator of the Canada Haiti Action Network outlines how Haitian sovereignty can be and must be restored if poverty in that country is to be eliminated. Montreal writer Paul Jackson relates first hand stories from the streets of Port au Prince. Mitch Podoluk offers Music is the Weapon. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 23:52:40 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noJudy Rebick describes how young protesters used Facebook to organize rallies in 65 cities against Stephen Harper’s erosion of democracy. Roger Annis, coordinator of the Canada Haiti Action Network outlines how Haitian sovereignty can be and must be restored if poverty in that country is to be eliminated. Montreal writer Paul Jackson relates first hand stories from the streets of Port au Prince. Mitch Podoluk offers Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionJudy Rebick describes how young protesters used Facebook to organize rallies in 65 cities against Stephen Harper’s erosion of democracy. Roger Annis, coordinator of the Canada Haiti Action Network outlines how Haitian sovereignty can be and must be restored if poverty in that country is to be eliminated. Montreal writer Paul Jackson relates first hand stories from the streets of Port au Prince. Mitch Podoluk offers Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-140 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-140 Author Yves Engler on why Haiti was so ill prepared to deal with this earthquake and earlier ones in 2004 and 2008 and Canada’s role in Haiti since the coup that replaced the elected government of Jean Bertrand Aristide. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:43:40 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAuthor Yves Engler on why Haiti was so ill prepared to deal with this earthquake and earlier ones in 2004 and 2008 and Canada’s role in Haiti since the coup that replaced the elected government of Jean Bertrand Aristide.Canadian DimensionAuthor Yves Engler on why Haiti was so ill prepared to deal with this earthquake and earlier ones in 2004 and 2008 and Canada’s role in Haiti since the coup that replaced the elected government of Jean Bertrand Aristide.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-139 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-139 Hugh Mackenzie, author of a new report, shows how the pay levels of Canada¹s top CEOs got to be so outrageous. He outlines measures to restore them to more reasonable levels. David Robinson, author of a report for the Canadian Association of University Teachers describes how the Middle East conflict is damaging academic freedom in both Israel and Palestine. The Now Show presentation of Dr. Seuss at Copenhagen. Mitch Podoluk: Music is the Weapon Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:24:29 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noHugh Mackenzie, author of a new report, shows how the pay levels of Canada¹s top CEOs got to be so outrageous. He outlines measures to restore them to more reasonable levels. David Robinson, author of a report for the Canadian Association of University Teachers describes how the Middle East conflict is damaging academic freedom in both Israel and Palestine. The Now Show presentation of Dr. Seuss at Copenhagen. Mitch Podoluk: Music is the WeaponCanadian DimensionHugh Mackenzie, author of a new report, shows how the pay levels of Canada¹s top CEOs got to be so outrageous. He outlines measures to restore them to more reasonable levels. David Robinson, author of a report for the Canadian Association of University Teachers describes how the Middle East conflict is damaging academic freedom in both Israel and Palestine. The Now Show presentation of Dr. Seuss at Copenhagen. Mitch Podoluk: Music is the Weaponcanadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-138 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-138 Amy Goodman Tells Alert about Her Experience of being Harassed at the Canadian Border Last Week and about her impressions of the early Days of the Copenhagen Summit. Tony Clarke talks about Strategies to Accelerate Actions to stop Climate Change and in particular about the use of Civil Disobedience. Penni Stewart, President of the CAUT talks about how Governments world-wide are attempting to Privatize University Education and how faculty and students are responding to the resulting cut-backs. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:49:01 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAmy Goodman Tells Alert about Her Experience of being Harassed at the Canadian Border Last Week and about her impressions of the early Days of the Copenhagen Summit. Tony Clarke talks about Strategies to Accelerate Actions to stop Climate Change and in particular about the use of Civil Disobedience. Penni Stewart, President of the CAUT talks about how Governments world-wide are attempting to Privatize University Education and how faculty and students are responding to the resulting cut-backs.Canadian DimensionAmy Goodman Tells Alert about Her Experience of being Harassed at the Canadian Border Last Week and about her impressions of the early Days of the Copenhagen Summit. Tony Clarke talks about Strategies to Accelerate Actions to stop Climate Change and in particular about the use of Civil Disobedience. Penni Stewart, President of the CAUT talks about how Governments world-wide are attempting to Privatize University Education and how faculty and students are responding to the resulting cut-backs.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-137 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-137 Marc Lee in Seattle Ten years Ago–and Copenhagen.Peter Kulchyski at the Vancouver Gathering of Defenders of the Land. Mordecai Briemberg on the campaign linking anti-semitism with criticism of Israel. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:34:49 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMarc Lee in Seattle Ten years Ago–and Copenhagen.Peter Kulchyski at the Vancouver Gathering of Defenders of the Land. Mordecai Briemberg on the campaign linking anti-semitism with criticism of Israel.Canadian DimensionMarc Lee in Seattle Ten years Ago–and Copenhagen.Peter Kulchyski at the Vancouver Gathering of Defenders of the Land. Mordecai Briemberg on the campaign linking anti-semitism with criticism of Israel.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-136 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-136 Murray Klippenstein, lawyer for three Equadorian villagers, discusses the case against Vancouver-based Copper Mesa mining company and the Toronto Stock Exchange. Kevin Thomas of the Maquilla Solidarity Network describes the campaign of university students and others in support of Honduran garment workers employed by sweat shop companies owned by Fruit of the Loom. Ben Powless of the Indigenous Environmental Network compares the alternative food conference he attended in Rome with the UN conference. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:06:06 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMurray Klippenstein, lawyer for three Equadorian villagers, discusses the case against Vancouver-based Copper Mesa mining company and the Toronto Stock Exchange. Kevin Thomas of the Maquilla Solidarity Network describes the campaign of university students and others in support of Honduran garment workers employed by sweat shop companies owned by Fruit of the Loom. Ben Powless of the Indigenous Environmental Network compares the alternative food conference he attended in Rome with the UN conference.Canadian DimensionMurray Klippenstein, lawyer for three Equadorian villagers, discusses the case against Vancouver-based Copper Mesa mining company and the Toronto Stock Exchange. Kevin Thomas of the Maquilla Solidarity Network describes the campaign of university students and others in support of Honduran garment workers employed by sweat shop companies owned by Fruit of the Loom. Ben Powless of the Indigenous Environmental Network compares the alternative food conference he attended in Rome with the UN conference.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-135 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-135 Will Copenhagen Produce Anything Positive? Dale Marshall of the David Suzuki Foundation says “Yes”. Joel Kovel, author of The Enemy of Nature says “No”. Malalai Joya, Afghanistan’s youngest member of parliament, talks openly about the Karzai government and the occupation. Mitch Podolak introduces Canadian folk songs of conflict and rebellion. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:55:07 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noWill Copenhagen Produce Anything Positive? Dale Marshall of the David Suzuki Foundation says “Yes”. Joel Kovel, author of The Enemy of Nature says “No”. Malalai Joya, Afghanistan’s youngest member of parliament, talks openly about the Karzai government and the occupation. Mitch Podolak introduces Canadian folk songs of conflict and rebellion.Canadian DimensionWill Copenhagen Produce Anything Positive? Dale Marshall of the David Suzuki Foundation says “Yes”. Joel Kovel, author of The Enemy of Nature says “No”. Malalai Joya, Afghanistan’s youngest member of parliament, talks openly about the Karzai government and the occupation. Mitch Podolak introduces Canadian folk songs of conflict and rebellion.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-134 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-134 Shelly Melanson, Chair of Ontario Federation of Students and Jonny Sopotiuk of the Manitoba CFS explain why CFS Day of Action this year focused on ending poverty and not merely ending tuition hikes. Native Studies professor and noted author Peter Kulchyski explains the proposal extended by the Gitxsan people of northwest British Columbia to extinguish their status in the Indian Act in exchange for full rights to their traditional lands and to its resources. Mitch Podolak introduces music from the Spanish Civil War. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:28:07 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noShelly Melanson, Chair of Ontario Federation of Students and Jonny Sopotiuk of the Manitoba CFS explain why CFS Day of Action this year focused on ending poverty and not merely ending tuition hikes. Native Studies professor and noted author Peter Kulchyski explains the proposal extended by the Gitxsan people of northwest British Columbia to extinguish their status in the Indian Act in exchange for full rights to their traditional lands and to its resources. Mitch Podolak introduces music from the Spanish Civil War.Canadian DimensionShelly Melanson, Chair of Ontario Federation of Students and Jonny Sopotiuk of the Manitoba CFS explain why CFS Day of Action this year focused on ending poverty and not merely ending tuition hikes. Native Studies professor and noted author Peter Kulchyski explains the proposal extended by the Gitxsan people of northwest British Columbia to extinguish their status in the Indian Act in exchange for full rights to their traditional lands and to its resources. Mitch Podolak introduces music from the Spanish Civil War.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-133 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-133 The Pembina Institute defends its GHG emission plan in response to Federal environmental minister Jim Prentice. Why ending drug prohibition works to reduce addiction and drug crime with Jack Coles, president of LEAP. UC Berkley students revolt against California tuition hikes and cutbacks. MItch Podolak with ‘Music is the Weapon’. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:12:21 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noThe Pembina Institute defends its GHG emission plan in response to Federal environmental minister Jim Prentice. Why ending drug prohibition works to reduce addiction and drug crime with Jack Coles, president of LEAP. UC Berkley students revolt against California tuition hikes and cutbacks. MItch Podolak with ‘Music is the Weapon’.Canadian DimensionThe Pembina Institute defends its GHG emission plan in response to Federal environmental minister Jim Prentice. Why ending drug prohibition works to reduce addiction and drug crime with Jack Coles, president of LEAP. UC Berkley students revolt against California tuition hikes and cutbacks. MItch Podolak with ‘Music is the Weapon’.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-132 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-132 Global human rights activist Grahame Russell talks about the coup in Honduras and Canada’s troubling role. Community organizer Eric Shragge talks about the vital work of Montreal-based Immigrant Workers Centre. Folk legend Mitch Podoluk introduces aboriginal music you have never heard. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:07:59 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noGlobal human rights activist Grahame Russell talks about the coup in Honduras and Canada’s troubling role. Community organizer Eric Shragge talks about the vital work of Montreal-based Immigrant Workers Centre. Folk legend Mitch Podoluk introduces aboriginal music you have never heard.Canadian DimensionGlobal human rights activist Grahame Russell talks about the coup in Honduras and Canada’s troubling role. Community organizer Eric Shragge talks about the vital work of Montreal-based Immigrant Workers Centre. Folk legend Mitch Podoluk introduces aboriginal music you have never heard.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-131 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-131 Film-maker Saul Landau on what’s behind the new American Far Right movement and how dangerous is it. Political scientist Jim Silver on Manitoba’s new NDP Premier, Greg Selinger. Trade unionist Fred Wilson on Canada’s Pension Crisis and how to fix it. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:09:33 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noFilm-maker Saul Landau on what’s behind the new American Far Right movement and how dangerous is it. Political scientist Jim Silver on Manitoba’s new NDP Premier, Greg Selinger. Trade unionist Fred Wilson on Canada’s Pension Crisis and how to fix it.Canadian DimensionFilm-maker Saul Landau on what’s behind the new American Far Right movement and how dangerous is it. Political scientist Jim Silver on Manitoba’s new NDP Premier, Greg Selinger. Trade unionist Fred Wilson on Canada’s Pension Crisis and how to fix it.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-130 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-130 Raj Patel on Food Week and Global Hunger; Mike Hudema on how Greenpeace Invaded the Tar Sands; Mitch Podolak on Music is the weapon. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:17:14 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRaj Patel on Food Week and Global Hunger; Mike Hudema on how Greenpeace Invaded the Tar Sands; Mitch Podolak on Music is the weapon.Canadian DimensionRaj Patel on Food Week and Global Hunger; Mike Hudema on how Greenpeace Invaded the Tar Sands; Mitch Podolak on Music is the weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-128 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-128 David Jacks of the Canadian Federation of Students discusses the importance of public water campaigns and the developments to manage Winnipeg’s water department. Herman Rosenfeld reviews a recent ‘Workers Assembly’ in Toronto, held to develop partnerships in the labour activist community. DAM (Da Arabian MCs), a Palestinian rap group fresh off a recent Canadian tour, discuss their influences and their politics. Mitch Podolak uses ‘Music is the Weapon’ to explore the music of floods and hurricanes (trust us, it works). Wed, 07 Oct 2009 19:47:28 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noDavid Jacks of the Canadian Federation of Students discusses the importance of public water campaigns and the developments to manage Winnipeg’s water department. Herman Rosenfeld reviews a recent ‘Workers Assembly’ in Toronto, held to develop partnerships in the labour activist community. DAM (Da Arabian MCs), a Palestinian rap group fresh off a recent Canadian tour, discuss their influences and their politics. Mitch Podolak uses ‘Music is the Weapon’ to explore the music of floods and hurricanes (trust us, it works).Canadian DimensionDavid Jacks of the Canadian Federation of Students discusses the importance of public water campaigns and the developments to manage Winnipeg’s water department. Herman Rosenfeld reviews a recent ‘Workers Assembly’ in Toronto, held to develop partnerships in the labour activist community. DAM (Da Arabian MCs), a Palestinian rap group fresh off a recent Canadian tour, discuss their influences and their politics. Mitch Podolak uses ‘Music is the Weapon’ to explore the music of floods and hurricanes (trust us, it works).canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-127 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-127 Canada’s Plan to Bury Carbon Emissions Sheer Folly. Graham Thomson, author of a new 63 page report, discusses the risks in building a system to capture and store carbon dioxide underground. Saul Landau, just returned from his 50th visit to Cuba, talks about his interviews of Fidel and Raul Castro and compares their startlingly different governing styles. Ingo Schmidt talks about new right-wing coalition government that emerged from last week’s German elections. Mitch Podolak with Music Is The Weapon. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 03:19:31 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noCanada’s Plan to Bury Carbon Emissions Sheer Folly. Graham Thomson, author of a new 63 page report, discusses the risks in building a system to capture and store carbon dioxide underground. Saul Landau, just returned from his 50th visit to Cuba, talks about his interviews of Fidel and Raul Castro and compares their startlingly different governing styles. Ingo Schmidt talks about new right-wing coalition government that emerged from last week’s German elections. Mitch Podolak with Music Is The Weapon.Canadian DimensionCanada’s Plan to Bury Carbon Emissions Sheer Folly. Graham Thomson, author of a new 63 page report, discusses the risks in building a system to capture and store carbon dioxide underground. Saul Landau, just returned from his 50th visit to Cuba, talks about his interviews of Fidel and Raul Castro and compares their startlingly different governing styles. Ingo Schmidt talks about new right-wing coalition government that emerged from last week’s German elections. Mitch Podolak with Music Is The Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1261 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-1261 Jim Silver, a long time contributor to Canadian Dimension, works on inner city issues and teaches politics at the University of Winnipeg. Recently, he and some of his colleagues met with six members of a North End street gang to talk about gang related violence on the streets of Winnipeg. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:40:14 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noJim Silver, a long time contributor to Canadian Dimension, works on inner city issues and teaches politics at the University of Winnipeg. Recently, he and some of his colleagues met with six members of a North End street gang to talk about gang related violence on the streets of Winnipeg.Canadian DimensionJim Silver, a long time contributor to Canadian Dimension, works on inner city issues and teaches politics at the University of Winnipeg. Recently, he and some of his colleagues met with six members of a North End street gang to talk about gang related violence on the streets of Winnipeg.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-126 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-126 Toronto Film maker, Elle Flanders talks about the Toronto International Film Festival protest ­ its purpose, impact and the responses to it. Canadian Dimension collective member and municipal activist Andrea Levy discusses the issues and the contending parties in the upcoming Montreal municipal elections. Canadian Dimension sports columnist Simon Black talks about the controversy surrounding the gender identity of South African 800m women¹s world champion runner Caster Semenya. The legendary Mitch Podolak gives his unique spin to Music is the Weapon. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:16:38 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noToronto Film maker, Elle Flanders talks about the Toronto International Film Festival protest ­ its purpose, impact and the responses to it. Canadian Dimension collective member and municipal activist Andrea Levy discusses the issues and the contending parties in the upcoming Montreal municipal elections. Canadian Dimension sports columnist Simon Black talks about the controversy surrounding the gender identity of South African 800m women¹s world champion runner Caster Semenya. The legendary Mitch Podolak gives his unique spin to Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionToronto Film maker, Elle Flanders talks about the Toronto International Film Festival protest ­ its purpose, impact and the responses to it. Canadian Dimension collective member and municipal activist Andrea Levy discusses the issues and the contending parties in the upcoming Montreal municipal elections. Canadian Dimension sports columnist Simon Black talks about the controversy surrounding the gender identity of South African 800m women¹s world champion runner Caster Semenya. The legendary Mitch Podolak gives his unique spin to Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-125 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-125 Alert opens a new season with CAW economist Jim Stanford, who says says the economic recovery is only temporary. In the wake of the 8th anniversary of 9/11, author and film maker Saul Landau shows how the futile war against terrorism carries on in the age of Obama. CD collective member Angela Day argues that Canada’s immigration problems with Mexico begin with NAFTA. Founder of the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mitch Podolak, introduces a new season of Music is the Weapon. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:15:45 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noAlert opens a new season with CAW economist Jim Stanford, who says says the economic recovery is only temporary. In the wake of the 8th anniversary of 9/11, author and film maker Saul Landau shows how the futile war against terrorism carries on in the age of Obama. CD collective member Angela Day argues that Canada’s immigration problems with Mexico begin with NAFTA. Founder of the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mitch Podolak, introduces a new season of Music is the Weapon.Canadian DimensionAlert opens a new season with CAW economist Jim Stanford, who says says the economic recovery is only temporary. In the wake of the 8th anniversary of 9/11, author and film maker Saul Landau shows how the futile war against terrorism carries on in the age of Obama. CD collective member Angela Day argues that Canada’s immigration problems with Mexico begin with NAFTA. Founder of the Winnipeg Folk Festival, Mitch Podolak, introduces a new season of Music is the Weapon.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-124 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-124 In Alert’s final show of the season, Noam Gonick interviews queer artists Kent Monkman and Adrian Stimson about Two Spirit in their work; a taste of CD’s Queer Issue (July/August). Sid Shniad, just returned from Geneva, tells what really happened at Durban II. Robert Albritton talks about his new book Let Them Eat Junk, How Capitalism Creates Hunger and Obesity. Music is the Weapon profiles The Internationale, the most dangerous song in the world. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:50:11 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noIn Alert’s final show of the season, Noam Gonick interviews queer artists Kent Monkman and Adrian Stimson about Two Spirit in their work; a taste of CD’s Queer Issue (July/August). Sid Shniad, just returned from Geneva, tells what really happened at Durban II. Robert Albritton talks about his new book Let Them Eat Junk, How Capitalism Creates Hunger and Obesity. Music is the Weapon profiles The Internationale, the most dangerous song in the world.Canadian DimensionIn Alert’s final show of the season, Noam Gonick interviews queer artists Kent Monkman and Adrian Stimson about Two Spirit in their work; a taste of CD’s Queer Issue (July/August). Sid Shniad, just returned from Geneva, tells what really happened at Durban II. Robert Albritton talks about his new book Let Them Eat Junk, How Capitalism Creates Hunger and Obesity. Music is the Weapon profiles The Internationale, the most dangerous song in the world.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-123 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-123 South African born Chris Webb talks about the politics of South Africa¹s new president, Jacob Zuma, and the future direction of his ANC government. How are Left activists around the world responding to the economic crisis? Left-wing veterans Ian Angus and Sam Gindon take us into this spring¹s socialist conferences in Australia and New York city. Music is the weapon profiles Somali Canadian Knaan. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:12:37 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSouth African born Chris Webb talks about the politics of South Africa¹s new president, Jacob Zuma, and the future direction of his ANC government. How are Left activists around the world responding to the economic crisis? Left-wing veterans Ian Angus and Sam Gindon take us into this spring¹s socialist conferences in Australia and New York city. Music is the weapon profiles Somali Canadian Knaan.Canadian DimensionSouth African born Chris Webb talks about the politics of South Africa¹s new president, Jacob Zuma, and the future direction of his ANC government. How are Left activists around the world responding to the economic crisis? Left-wing veterans Ian Angus and Sam Gindon take us into this spring¹s socialist conferences in Australia and New York city. Music is the weapon profiles Somali Canadian Knaan.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-122 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-122 Somali-Canadian Rap Star Knaan tells the real story behind the Somali piracy. Aris Karafotias analyses the insurrection in Greece and its connection to the Greek Civil war in the 40s and the uprising in the 70s. Kathleen Connors of the Canadian Health Coalition talks about the Coalition campaign to save public health care in the light of a new assault led by the Canadian Medical Association. Music is the weapon profiles Seu Jorge. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:03:13 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noSomali-Canadian Rap Star Knaan tells the real story behind the Somali piracy. Aris Karafotias analyses the insurrection in Greece and its connection to the Greek Civil war in the 40s and the uprising in the 70s. Kathleen Connors of the Canadian Health Coalition talks about the Coalition campaign to save public health care in the light of a new assault led by the Canadian Medical Association. Music is the weapon profiles Seu Jorge.Canadian DimensionSomali-Canadian Rap Star Knaan tells the real story behind the Somali piracy. Aris Karafotias analyses the insurrection in Greece and its connection to the Greek Civil war in the 40s and the uprising in the 70s. Kathleen Connors of the Canadian Health Coalition talks about the Coalition campaign to save public health care in the light of a new assault led by the Canadian Medical Association. Music is the weapon profiles Seu Jorge.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-121 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-121 Frances Fox Piven talks about the Obama Presidency and American Social Movements.  Dennis Pilon offers an early bird analysis of the May 12 BC election and referendum on electoral reform.  Chris Hannah, lead singer of Propagandhi, talks about the politics of punk rock and the band’s new CD “Supporting Caste”. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:57:04 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noFrances Fox Piven talks about the Obama Presidency and American Social Movements.  Dennis Pilon offers an early bird analysis of the May 12 BC election and referendum on electoral reform.  Chris Hannah, lead singer of Propagandhi, talks about the politics of punk rock and the band’s new CD “Supporting Caste”.Canadian DimensionFrances Fox Piven talks about the Obama Presidency and American Social Movements.  Dennis Pilon offers an early bird analysis of the May 12 BC election and referendum on electoral reform.  Chris Hannah, lead singer of Propagandhi, talks about the politics of punk rock and the band’s new CD “Supporting Caste”.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-120 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-120 Economist Michel Chossudovsky discusses the clash of agendas at the G20 meetings; Sam Gindin talks about the shape of the North American auto industry in the wake of President Obama’s new directives and offers a better alternative; Bryan Palmer talks about his new book, Canada’s 1960s; Cy Gonick interviews Judy Rebick about her new book, Transforming Power. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:47:23 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noEconomist Michel Chossudovsky discusses the clash of agendas at the G20 meetings; Sam Gindin talks about the shape of the North American auto industry in the wake of President Obama’s new directives and offers a better alternative; Bryan Palmer talks about his new book, Canada’s 1960s; Cy Gonick interviews Judy Rebick about her new book, Transforming Power.Canadian DimensionEconomist Michel Chossudovsky discusses the clash of agendas at the G20 meetings; Sam Gindin talks about the shape of the North American auto industry in the wake of President Obama’s new directives and offers a better alternative; Bryan Palmer talks about his new book, Canada’s 1960s; Cy Gonick interviews Judy Rebick about her new book, Transforming Power.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-119 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-119 Retired BC Judge Jerry Paradis talks about how to end Vancouver’s drug war. Historian Henry Heller talks about the rise of France’s New Anti-Capitalist Party. Joshua Blakeney, long-time follower of George Galloway talks about why he was banned by the Harper government. Music is the weapon profiles 1 Giant Leap. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 19:22:36 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRetired BC Judge Jerry Paradis talks about how to end Vancouver’s drug war. Historian Henry Heller talks about the rise of France’s New Anti-Capitalist Party. Joshua Blakeney, long-time follower of George Galloway talks about why he was banned by the Harper government. Music is the weapon profiles 1 Giant Leap.Canadian DimensionRetired BC Judge Jerry Paradis talks about how to end Vancouver’s drug war. Historian Henry Heller talks about the rise of France’s New Anti-Capitalist Party. Joshua Blakeney, long-time follower of George Galloway talks about why he was banned by the Harper government. Music is the weapon profiles 1 Giant Leap.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-118 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-118 Richard Fidler talks about Bill C-19 and Mohammad Momin Khawaja, the first person to be sentenced under Canada’s post-9/11 terrorism laws. Herman Rosenfeld looks at the efforts to save the North American auto industry and in particular the concessions agreed to by the CAW. Bryan Evans describes the devastating impact of the economic crisis on Ontario. Music is the Weapon features The Mothers. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:21:54 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noRichard Fidler talks about Bill C-19 and Mohammad Momin Khawaja, the first person to be sentenced under Canada’s post-9/11 terrorism laws. Herman Rosenfeld looks at the efforts to save the North American auto industry and in particular the concessions agreed to by the CAW. Bryan Evans describes the devastating impact of the economic crisis on Ontario. Music is the Weapon features The Mothers.Canadian DimensionRichard Fidler talks about Bill C-19 and Mohammad Momin Khawaja, the first person to be sentenced under Canada’s post-9/11 terrorism laws. Herman Rosenfeld looks at the efforts to save the North American auto industry and in particular the concessions agreed to by the CAW. Bryan Evans describes the devastating impact of the economic crisis on Ontario. Music is the Weapon features The Mothers.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-117 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-117 Margaret Viggiani of Radical Women (USA) talks about IWD 2009 and women resisting oppression around the world. Ed Schreyer talks about the 40th anniversary of his NDP government’s first election to office in Manitoba. Professor Anthony Hall builds a case for the prosecution of George W. Bush as a war criminal on the occasion of his visit to Calgary March 17. Music Is The Weapon profiles the Sex Pistols. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 01:48:02 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noMargaret Viggiani of Radical Women (USA) talks about IWD 2009 and women resisting oppression around the world. Ed Schreyer talks about the 40th anniversary of his NDP government’s first election to office in Manitoba. Professor Anthony Hall builds a case for the prosecution of George W. Bush as a war criminal on the occasion of his visit to Calgary March 17. Music Is The Weapon profiles the Sex Pistols.Canadian DimensionMargaret Viggiani of Radical Women (USA) talks about IWD 2009 and women resisting oppression around the world. Ed Schreyer talks about the 40th anniversary of his NDP government’s first election to office in Manitoba. Professor Anthony Hall builds a case for the prosecution of George W. Bush as a war criminal on the occasion of his visit to Calgary March 17. Music Is The Weapon profiles the Sex Pistols.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-116 https://canadiandimension.com/alert/view/episode-116 Scholar/activist Joel Kovel talks about how his anti-Zionist views caused Bard College, his employer of 21 years, to refuse to renew his teaching contract. On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the coup against the Haitian government of Jean Bertrand Aristide, Eves Engler talks about Canada’s role Feb 29, 2004 and in the years that followed. Guilliane McEachern describes the rally against the tar sands that greeted Environment Minister Jim Prentice in Washington earlier this week. Music is the weapon profiles The Clash. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 03:49:11 +0000 alert@canadiandimension.com (Canadian Dimension)noScholar/activist Joel Kovel talks about how his anti-Zionist views caused Bard College, his employer of 21 years, to refuse to renew his teaching contract. On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the coup against the Haitian government of Jean Bertrand Aristide, Eves Engler talks about Canada’s role Feb 29, 2004 and in the years that followed. Guilliane McEachern describes the rally against the tar sands that greeted Environment Minister Jim Prentice in Washington earlier this week. Music is the weapon profiles The Clash.Canadian DimensionScholar/activist Joel Kovel talks about how his anti-Zionist views caused Bard College, his employer of 21 years, to refuse to renew his teaching contract. On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the coup against the Haitian government of Jean Bertrand Aristide, Eves Engler talks about Canada’s role Feb 29, 2004 and in the years that followed. Guilliane McEachern describes the rally against the tar sands that greeted Environment Minister Jim Prentice in Washington earlier this week. Music is the weapon profiles The Clash.canadian,dimension,alert,canadian,politics,labour,environment,media,socialism