Here is a nation-building project that would really make a difference

Creating a well-being society is about ensuring everyone across Canada has equitable access to the goods and services we all need to live a safe and fulfilling life.

If we truly care about the planet and the quality of life and well-being of current and future generations, we need more than just infrastructure projects, write Trevor Hancock and Melissa Gorrie. Unsplash photograph by Guillaume Jaillet

Opinion

BY TREVOR HANCOCK, MELISSA GORRIE

November 3, 2025

The Liberal government is looking for nation-building projects. So far, its ideas about nation-building are old school, short term, potentially rights violating, and largely planet busting.

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