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  • Finding Common Ground in Polarized Times

    Aimerie Chartree Doyon

    The COVID-19 pandemic transformed nearly every aspect of daily life. Schools, workplaces, and social gatherings moved online almost overnight. Less frequently discussed, however, is how profoundly the pandemic altered political leadership. Council chambers, committee meetings, and public consultations were suddenly replaced by…

  • Beyond Emotional Labour

    Alexandra Saunders

    Emotional labour is often described as the invisible work involved in managing emotions, both our own and those of others, in order to meet social or professional expectations. Scholars note that women frequently shoulder a disproportionate share of this labour, particularly in…