Joel Harden MPP / Député, Ottawa Centre

Two days ago was May Day, a global celebration of workers’ rights. So this week I’m thinking about the generations of workers who built our communities. I’m also thinking of those on the front line... More

Sometimes one witnesses things that will be remembered for generations. I saw one of those moments yesterday. Having been asked to leave the Chamber at Queen’s Park, MPP Sarah Jama (Hamilton Centre... More

This Saturday is Earth Day, and I have a metaphor for you to consider. Imagine your local forest is in flames, but the neighbours are debating how to call 911. Should I use my cellphone, or should ... More

This week I was honoured to speak about a letter I wrote to Environment Minister Andrea Khanjin inspired by students at Hopewell Public School. After my remarks, I hand-delivered the letter to Mini... More

* Warning: this week’s column is about gender-based violence (GBV). Help is available if you or someone you know is at risk. Contact the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa for 24/7 confidentia... More

Ottawa lost a warrior this week. Voula Sardelis was barely five feet tall, and in her 101st year of life. But her stature was towering all the same. Voula inspired unanimous support at Queen’s Par... More