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Just like that, the world has been thrust into the shock and turmoil of war. With the preemptive attack by the USA and Israel on the Supreme Leader of Iran, we are ushered into a new phase of geopolitical wranglings and mixed commentary that challenges the thinking of even the most astute.

For freedom-loving Christians and all people of good will, Bill C-9—now being debated in Committee and soon back on the floor of the House—is among the most insidious, wicked pieces of legislation that have ever darkened our collective door. It contains toxic and deceptive language meant to disguise its evil intent.

Section 15 of the Constitution Act is a portion that blows up when a notable person faces charges…or doesn’t but, we think, should. During the #MeToo movement, we saw the abuse of power for sexual reasons highlighted. Recognizing that there were legitimate claims, which we hope were acted on by police, we also watched high level people brought down by charges in the court of public opinion but not sufficient evidence for legal action.

Today, in Tumbler Ridge, BC, there are aching hearts…parents, friends and siblings of children whose lives were taken suddenly and unexpectedly by the actions of a mentally ill young man. How he lost his bearings and what might have been done differently are worthwhile questions, and we will touch on them.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has just announced a new government rebate for consumers purchasing electric (EV) and hybrid vehicles. The previous rebate program instituted by Justin Trudeau was cancelled because the government ran out of money allocated for that purpose.

Over the past weekend, the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) held its convention in Calgary. Predictably, many of our pro-life friends in the CPC worked hard promoting this convention and pleading with pro-lifers across the country to come to Calgary and help pass pro-life policies that would guide the CPC if and when they actually achieve a majority in the House of Commons. Also predictably, the pro-life resolutions that came to the floor were rejected by a majority of the delegates.

Prime Minister Carney has been making quite the name for himself travelling around and signing partnership agreements with some very shady characters…most notably Communist China. His primary motivation seems to be to publicly snub US President Donald Trump and to build a new network of trading partners to replace our reliance on the US.

When it comes to wasteful spending and lackadaisical accounting, the Liberal Government of Mark Carney and former PM, Justin Trudeau take the cake. Trouble is, they want to have their cake, give it away, demand it back and eat it too!

What a conundrum to face as an employer! Imagine an employee so incompetent that it would be better for your business if he did less. Imagine that this employee undermined the work of other employees, prevented other employees from doing their work and even undid previous work done. Adding insult to injury—in this imaginary scenario, fast becoming an employer’s worst nightmare—you couldn't terminate the employee! Such is the reality faced by every Canadian...

The Federal Government is seeking—through a factum filed with the Supreme Court of Canada—to change a provision of our Constitution, namely Section 33, the notwithstanding clause. As the last living signatory to the Patriation Agreement, let me state clearly that, without this provision, there would be no Charter of Rights and Freedoms and no Constitution Act 1982.

How time flies when you’re having fun! 2025 went by in a blur, and 2026 is knocking on the door! Shall we let it in? I guess we have no choice…. What can we expect as we turn the page and start using our new calendars?

As winter’s snows begin to accumulate (at least in most parts of Canada), our thoughts turn toward Christmas and traditional family gatherings, times of celebration, worship and reflection. As we remind ourselves and our fellow-citizens every year, these Christmas celebrations are not meaningless events thrown together out of boredom or philosophical speculations. Joining our hearts together in worship and remembrance of the birth of Jesus is a significant and meaningful part of our life and family experience—both as Christians and as Canadians.