Truth Still Waiting to Be Heard
Written By David Gomez Imagine being forbidden to speak your mother tongue because someone decided it was not “civilized.” Imagine being a child, waking up every morning to shouting and…
Why Suicide Prevention Needs All of Us
Written By David Gomez When I was in my first year of university, I often moved through life without much thought beyond my own immediate concerns. Like many young people,…
Dogs Deserve Our Care, Not Our Cruelty
Written By David Gomez I don’t think I have ever written about Logan here. Logan is probably the most loyal companion I have ever had in my life. To me,…
The Timeless Role of Music in Connecting Hearts and Belief
Written By David Gomez In this column, I don’t want to write about politics, the problems that weigh on the world, or the endless issues that so often divide people…
We Cannot Remain Blind to Gaza’s Suffering
Written By David Gomez We cannot live with our eyes blindfolded and continue ignoring what is happening in the world. I know this country is among the most peaceful on…
Echoes of a Summer Tragedy
Written By David Gomez There are moments when happiness arrives in an instant—when the laughter of a family or the warmth of the sun fills us with joy. But there…
Reflections on Canada Day: A Shared Pride
Written By David Gomez When I was a child, I remember feeling deeply proud whenever I sang Peru’s national anthem or saluted the flag on Independence Day. That pride was…
Opinion: Canada Must Embrace New Alliances in an Uncertain World
Written By David Gomez The recent G7 Summit in Alberta was marked by two opposing forces: opportunity and abandonment. As host, Canada found itself at the intersection of global urgency…
Canada Must Stay True to Its Democratic Soul
Written By David Gomez When King Charles III addressed Canada’s Parliament a few weeks ago, his words echoed a sentiment that is more vital now than ever: “The true north…
Being Principled Is Not Being “Leftist”
Written By David Gomez A few weeks ago, I received an email from a reader accusing me of being “too leftist” in my opinion pieces. While it didn’t offend me,…