Broadview Magazine

06/25/2026

Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act, is now law — and it’s sparking a debate about where protection from hate ends and the right to free expression begins.

Supporters say the legislation strengthens tools to protect communities and places of worship from hate-motivated harassment and violence. Critics, including The United Church of Canada and other civil society groups, warn it could also have a chilling effect on peaceful protest and free speech.

We spoke with Rev. Rob Oliphant about why he supports the bill and how he believes it can help curb hate while shaping broader social attitudes.

Read the full interview here: https://broadview.org/rob-oliphant-defends-c9/

06/24/2026

Facing dwindling attendance and rising upkeep costs, Winnipeg's Churchill Park United is transforming its building into a 112-space daycare.

Facing dwindling attendance and rising upkeep costs, Winnipeg's Churchill Park United is transforming its building into a 112-space daycare

06/24/2026

Summer is a time for passion projects — and that’s exactly what we’re highlighting in the July/August 2026 issue of Broadview.

From painting to powerlifting, we asked five faith leaders to share the pursuits that bring them joy.

✍️ Story and photo by Devon and Shlmoi Amiga

06/23/2026

Steven Spielberg's new film forces people of faith to confront their place in the universe, while the U.S. pursues a disclosure policy of its own.

Steven Spielberg's new film forces people of faith to confront their place in the universe, while the U.S. pursues a disclosure policy of its own

06/23/2026

Author Kathy Baldock revisits a contested Corinthians translation and traces Rev. David Fearon’s role in changing the New Revised Standard Version.

Author Kathy Baldock revisits a contested Corinthians translation and traces Rev. David Fearon’s role in changing the New Revised Standard Version

06/22/2026

Luc Noubissi is using the sport to build community, nurture faith and connect young African francophone men across Canada.

Luc Noubissi is using the sport to build community, nurture faith and connect young African francophone men across Canada

06/22/2026

Happy Pride 🏳️‍🌈
Celebrating 2SLGBTQ+ communities this June and beyond.

06/21/2026

As society embraces new and improved models of masculinity, some young men are adrift.

As society embraces new and improved models of masculinity, some young men are adrift

06/21/2026

Elders and advocates say decades of environmental damage can no longer be ignored.

Elders and advocates say decades of environmental damage can no longer be ignored

06/20/2026

As Ottawa expands defence spending, it must also measure and report the environmental cost of armed forces.

As Ottawa expands defence spending, it must also measure and report the environmental cost of armed forces