Launch of Cardus Religious Freedom Institute Couldn’t Come at a Better Time

 Photos by Peter Stockland Religious and conscience freedom, a basic right in Canada, has historically had a hand in forming a typically pluralist Canadian society. Recently, the presence of faith in Canadian society has become increasingly marginalized in the public sphere. There is now an increasing need to make sure

Tying the knot? Not

 By: Peter Stockland Think tank Cardus has released a new report showing a doubling of the number of middle-aged Canadians choosing to cohabitate rather than marry. In an interview with Convivium publisher Peter Stockland, report author Peter Jon Mitchell warns this social trend carries risks for society. Stockland: There’s fascinating data

Compassionate Ottawa is Reimagining Palliative Care

 In November of 2016 a grass roots community based model of care for those facing life threatening illnesses began to take shape in Ottawa. Nearly four dozen representatives of the city and palliative care organizations would reach a consensus that there would be much to gain in what would eventually

Plucky Think Tank Takes Its Place in Ottawa

 Photo by Peter Stockland Separation of Church and State is obviously necessary for a country who’s definition of freedom includes belief. Canada prides itself on being inclusive and open-minded, even though we don’t have a constitutional clause (like the United States does) telling Parliament to steer clear of dictating any

This is Canada. Faith matters.

 For centuries, faith has shaped the human landscape of Canada. From literature and art to social infrastructure and social research, faith has and will touch almost every surface of this country’s past, present and future. What if faith was forgotten? What if we could no longer remember the importance of