Spring 2025 Articles, Orders of the Day

Please find the following articles for the spring 2025 Orders of the Day newsletter:

President's Report for April 2025

by Dave S. Hayer, President

“This month our thoughts and prayers go out to Rob Lee, our steadfast production wizard at Orders of the Day, and to his wife Karina and the family. We often say there would be no OOTD without Rob to organize and layout the newsletter. Well, this month that is sadly true. Karina tells us Rob is in hospital fighting a very serious infection. He could be sidelined for a month.” … Read more

Fifty Years Ago This Spring - The Only Thing Missing Today is Social Credit

By Brian Kieran, OOTD Editor

“In April 1975, British Columbia was in the midst of political and economic challenges under NDP Premier Dave Barrett. While there wasn’t a single defining event that month, several notable political developments were unfolding that should have been ominous warning signs for the governing party.” … Read more

Thank You, Donald Trump, for Canada’s Opportunity

By Mike Harcourt, Vice-president, BC’s Strengthening Democracy Foundation

“Trump’s unfair and harmful tariffs, plus his threats to annex Canada, have provided Canada and Canadians with a unique opportunity to build a stronger and more united Canada.” … Read more

The Federal Election: What’s at Stake in BC?

“In British Columbia, the April 28th federal election isn’t just about which party wins the lion’s share of our 43 seats; it will shape policies that affect some of the province’s most critical economic, environmental, and social issues.” … Read more

“Strengthening Democracy” Builds Partnerships Through Mentorship

By Maxwell A. Cameron, Professor, Department of Political Science School and Public Policy and Global Affairs; Vice President, Latin American Studies Association (LASA) University of British Columbia

“An organization of former MLAs in British Columbia believes there is a need to support and enhance our democratic institutions, making them more resilient and robust. As founding members of the Strengthening Democracy Foundation (SDF), they have sought to bring together students, local government leaders, academics, and civil society stakeholders with a shared commitment to improving our democratic practices and institutions.” … Read more

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