This is the first of hopefully many guest posts for this blog.

I have been heartened by the civility characterizing the 2025 Canadian Federal Election Campaign. Amid global unrest, our nation’s commitment to respectful discourse has been a beacon of hope. Until today.

Today, Pierre Poilievre crossed a line. He didn’t just resort to name-calling; he employed fear on a scale that is both alarming and disheartening.

Leadership demands vision, a comprehensive plan, and the ability to inspire confidence. A true leader assesses situations holistically, allocates resources wisely, and maintains composure under pressure.

However, Mr. Poilievre chose a different path. He took a speculative report, designed to explore potential future scenarios, and distorted its findings to paint a dystopian narrative. This manipulation wasn’t just misleading; it was a calculated attempt to exploit Canadians’ emotions for political gain.

The report in question, published by Policy Horizons Canada, is intended to inform policymakers about possible future challenges and opportunities. It’s a tool for strategic foresight, not a definitive prediction. By presenting its content as an imminent threat, Mr. Poilievre has not only misrepresented the report, but also undermined the very purpose of such forward-thinking analyses.

This approach is not just a deviation from responsible leadership; it’s a betrayal of the trust Canadians place in their elected officials. It sows unnecessary fear and distracts from constructive dialogue about our nation’s future.

I urge every Canadian to read the report themselves at Policy Horizons Canada. Understand its intent, and see through the fear-mongering.

https://horizons.service.canada.ca/en/2025/01/10/future-lives-social-mobility/index.shtml

Our future is ours to shape. Let’s base our decisions on facts, not fear.

About the Author

Angela is a Canadian veteran who was honoured to be part of the first class of women at Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean and retired from the Canadian Forces in 1991. Since then, she has built a diverse career in industry and has owned and operated small businesses for over two decades. Her lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and community informs her thoughtful perspective on Canada’s future.