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Andrew Caddell


Talking to some Americans can be encouraging

Trump’s America was clearly a concern for a class of seniors I recently spoke to: they are familiar with the scourge of American isolationism in the last century, and its effect on world events.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | October 21, 2026

Yet another Quebec election post-mortem

In an election campaign marked by little boldness, simple promises were offered to solve complex issues, which requires real money that Quebec doesn’t have.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | October 14, 2026

The PQ will make life difficult for Canada

In the coming years as premier, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon will likely blame every Quebec problem on Ottawa.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | October 7, 2026

Quebec: where ‘exemplary’ translates into bad news

Thanks to Bill 96, this simple word means French takes precedence over freedom of speech and the right to vote.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | September 30, 2026

A memorandum of our understanding on ‘associate’ status with the EU

A note to Canadian to clarify misconceptions pertaining to the European Commission president’s invitation for Canada to have ‘associate European Union membership.’

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | September 23, 2026

Does St-Pierre Plamondon want to be like Carney?

The Parti Québécois leader is trying to dodge recent comparisons to the federal Conservatives by emulating the winning campaign.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | September 16, 2026

Anglophones on the sidelines in the Quebec election

Along with a lack of bilingual voter information cards, there will be three French leaders’ debates, even though non-francophones have specific concerns related to language, health, education, and government services.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | September 9, 2026

Quebec’s differences put it on the same political stage

With the province in the throes of an election campaign, its outsized reliance on the U.S. will become an even bigger issue for political players.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | September 2, 2026

We are now at war with our neighbour

This abrupt transition may be the best thing for us as Canadians: a chance to prove our sovereignty and identity, and work together.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | August 26, 2026

New book offers insight on developing the next batch of Pearsons

Michael Pearson’s latest offers an understanding of Canadian diplomacy during its so-called ‘golden era,’ and is a reminder of the need for a prime minister with a vision of foreign engagement.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | August 19, 2026

The Canadian Forces just shot themselves in the foot

A policy change that moves the military to selective unilingualism goes against the goals of the new Official Languages Act, and delivers a gift to the separatists.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | August 12, 2026

The Montreal Olympics: a party with an enormous hangover

The Olympic Stadium is undergoing renovations to its roof and interior, costing Quebec taxpayers more than a billion dollars. Again.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | August 5, 2026

Labrador doesn’t belong to Quebec

The Parti Québécois eyeing the territory of a neighbouring province sends a message about how hostile their government would be to the rest of Canada.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 22, 2026

We can’t take our water for granted

While federalism has worked in protecting provincial autonomy, it is a barrier to ensuring the secure supply of one of the building blocks of life.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 15, 2026

Franklin’s failure is a fascinating Canadian story

Madelaine Drohan’s book reveals there was far more to Benjamin Franklin’s interest in Canada than publishing.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 8, 2026

Le Canada, mon pays

Articulating the strengths and weaknesses of our country seems pertinent as this year our celebration of Confederation takes place while two provinces contemplate leaving.

opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 1, 2026