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Bill C-35 is a chance for the feds to fully implement accessible childcare—if they do it right
Presentation to the Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology consideration of Bill C-35
David Macdonald (he/him) is a senior economist with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Follow him on Twitter at @DavidMacCdn.
Presentation to the Senate Standing Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology consideration of Bill C-35
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Remarks to the Agriculture and Agri-Food Committee of the House of Commons
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