Canadian Unitarians for Social Justice
A national faith-based organization that supports Unitarian values through action
CUSJ Under current laws, Canadian UU congregational chapters are prohibited, since the CUSJ is not a charity, and this would constitute a derogation from the neutrality required in order for congregations to maintain their charitable status. See “Engaging in Allowable Activities” on the CRA website. Note, however, that the CUC encourages individual UUers to join the CUSJ, and to … Read more
CUSJ vote to promote Fee & Dividend. Click here for the Press Release announcing that members voted to join the movement for a Fair Price on Carbon at the CUSJ AGM May 18, 2015 in Ottawa.
WE WON! 2015 02 06 Supreme Court of Canada in a unanimous decision overturns the law prohibiting doctor assisted death for mentally competent, terminally ill adults. CUSJ Press Release here.
June 12, 2013 – Just moments ago, the National Assembly of Quebec tabled Bill 52, historic legislation in support of better end-of-life care, including the right to medically assisted dying for the grievously ill. The tabling of the bill was met with a standing ovation. If this legislation becomes law, Quebec will become the … Read more
NEW: watch Clayton Thomas Muller’s presentation on 12 video clips:
DP #23 – Multiculturalism, Religion, and Canadian Culture (The Paper opens in its own window, for easy comments on this page) In this Discussion Paper our search for truth and meaning takes us from the practical to the esoteric. Articles: “Immigrants, Multiculturalism, and the God Problem” by Jerry Storie “In the Beginning” – Excerpted from … Read more
Why do people vote against their own interests? Discussion Paper #20 – (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) Intro: Last year, in a series of “town-hall meetings” across the country, Americans got the chance to debate President Obama’s proposed healthcare reforms. What happened was an explosion of rage … Read more
On September 28th, 2010, Ontario Supreme Court Madame Justice Susan Himel declared the Federal Government laws on prostitution unconstitutional, effectively throwing them out. She gave governments 30 days to adjust to her ruling. The Federal Government will appeal. This situation stimulated a vigourous discussion on the CUSJ listserve, which is summarized below: First comment: If … Read more
Letter 2010 07 05 G20 Final Letter to Prime Minister Harper and Premier McGuinty protesting the treatment of lawful protesters at the G20, summer 2010.
Discussion Paper No. 18 by Richard Heinberg Spring 2010 Five other major trends leading us towards catastrophe in addition to climate change.
Discussion Paper No. 17 (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) Civilization in Crisis Revisited Return to the discussion of Escaping the Matrix and a book review of Confessions of an Economic Hitman by Jim Hackler.
Discussion Paper #16 (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) The Case for Electoral http://www.phpaide.com/?langue=fr&id=11 Reform by Andrew Coyne Ontario’s Failure: the Media Did It What’s Wrong with First Past the Post? Let’s get the Government we Voted for!
Discussion Paper #15 (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) Those members who do not subscribe to the e-list and were not present at the AGM may be unaware of the CUSJ resolution, and perhaps of some of the reasons occasioning it. This Discussion Paper therefore presents the resolution … Read more
Discussion Paper #13 (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) Spring 2007 This Discussion Paper contains two articles by authors who propose different ways to return Canada from a war-promoting nation to its more historic and honourable role as a peacekeeping and peace-building nation. The articles were written specifically … Read more
Discussion Paper #12 – due to graphics this will take a while to load. (opens own window & keeps this page open for convenient commenting whilst reading) Deep Integration of Canada With the US. What does it Mean and How Should We Respond? At the CUSJ AGM in May, 2006, presidential nominee Bob Stevenson facilitated … Read more
Justnews Vol. 10 #2 WarResistors LoRes Cover Story The War Resistors Support Campaign by Valerie Lannon : The current version of Draft Dodging is War Resisting. Since there is no draft, the current resistors have usually seen the field of action for themselves, and decided not to play anymore. This is the story of Jeremy … Read more
Justnews Vol. 11 No. 1 Cover Story Government by Greed by Silver Donald Cameron : An analysis of the Security and Prosperity Partnership, what policies it really represents. Is this what Canadians want? Other Articles Euro English Ontario Votes on MMP, City of Yellowknife Votes Against TILMA, CCPA Monitor Guaranteed Livable Income by Cindy L’Hirondelle … Read more
Justnews Vol. 12 #1 Apr. 08 Cover Story Economic Growth: Our Common Foe by Neil K. Dawe: Our economic system depends on the unending depletion of natural capital — the earth which is our home. What do we do about it? Other Articles Harold Koehler – In Memorium Meet the CUSJ Board Unitarians in Action … Read more
Justnews Vol. 12 No. 2 Cover Story How Harper has Embedded Conservative Economic Policy for the Future by Frances Russel: A look at Canada’s revenue and tax strategies and their long-term impact. Other Articles Getting Kids to School Letters to the Editor Liberals and Conservatives Live on Different Planets Intelligent People and God by Graeme … Read more
Justnews Vol. 13 No 1 Cover Story The Earth is Hiring by Paul Dawkin: Commencement Address to the class of 2009, University of Portland, May 3rd, 2009. A vision of how we will change and who is leading us. Other Articles The Revitalization of CUSJ by Philip Symons Canada Should Endorse and Implement the UN … Read more