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The Maple
An entirely reader funded publication that puts the working class first. We’re fiercely critical and dedicated to investigating stories and exploring ideas no one else will.
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The Maple does such great reporting, it's well worth supporting. This is just one of the many in-depth articles they published in 2025: www.readthemaple.com/canadas-arms...
December 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
The Maple does such great reporting, it's well worth supporting. This is just one of the many in-depth articles they published in 2025: www.readthemaple.com/canadas-arms...
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December 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
👋The Maple is about to fall short of our year-end fundraising goal. We're exclusively funded by our readers making small donations. Hitting our target is crucial to sustaining our journalism into 2026.
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🚨After The Maple’s most-impactful year by far, we may miss our fundraising goal by a significant margin.
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December 30, 2025 at 3:23 PM
🚨After The Maple’s most-impactful year by far, we may miss our fundraising goal by a significant margin.
Consider becoming a member (action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...) and/or making a one-time donation (readthemaple.com/donate/) now to help ensure we can hire a new journalist next year.
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NEW: Big Business Is Pushing Mark Carney For More Handouts
“We have been promised for decades that handouts to business are going to get us more and better jobs.”
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“We have been promised for decades that handouts to business are going to get us more and better jobs.”
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Big Business Is Pushing Mark Carney For More Handouts
“We have been promised for decades that handouts to business are going to get us more and better jobs.”
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December 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
NEW: Big Business Is Pushing Mark Carney For More Handouts
“We have been promised for decades that handouts to business are going to get us more and better jobs.”
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“We have been promised for decades that handouts to business are going to get us more and better jobs.”
www.readthemaple.com/big-business...
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The Maple is planning to hire a new journalist next year! We currently have just two editorial staffers, so this would be a major upgrade. But we need to hit our fundraising goal first.
You can become a member here to help us get there: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
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December 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The Maple is planning to hire a new journalist next year! We currently have just two editorial staffers, so this would be a major upgrade. But we need to hit our fundraising goal first.
You can become a member here to help us get there: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
You can become a member here to help us get there: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
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Controversial Victims Of Communism Memorial in #Ottawa Won’t Include Names www.readthemaple.com/controversia... via @readthemaple.bsky.social
Controversial Victims Of Communism Memorial Won’t Include Names
The monument was unveiled in December 2024 after a more than one year-long postponement.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Controversial Victims Of Communism Memorial in #Ottawa Won’t Include Names www.readthemaple.com/controversia... via @readthemaple.bsky.social
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NEW: Our dispatch on the federal government's decision not to include any names on the "Memorial to the Victims of Communism."
Experts have warned for years that a list of names submitted for commemoration included Nazi collaborators. www.readthemaple.com/controversia...
Experts have warned for years that a list of names submitted for commemoration included Nazi collaborators. www.readthemaple.com/controversia...
Controversial Victims Of Communism Memorial Won’t Include Names
The monument was unveiled in December 2024 after a more than one year-long postponement.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
NEW: Our dispatch on the federal government's decision not to include any names on the "Memorial to the Victims of Communism."
Experts have warned for years that a list of names submitted for commemoration included Nazi collaborators. www.readthemaple.com/controversia...
Experts have warned for years that a list of names submitted for commemoration included Nazi collaborators. www.readthemaple.com/controversia...
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The Maple is facing a renewed attack from prominent Zionists and Israeli government officials.
Consider becoming a Maple member or making a donation today to support our work.
We are 100% reader funded.
Become a member: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
Donate: readthemaple.com/donate/
Consider becoming a Maple member or making a donation today to support our work.
We are 100% reader funded.
Become a member: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
Donate: readthemaple.com/donate/
December 12, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The Maple is facing a renewed attack from prominent Zionists and Israeli government officials.
Consider becoming a Maple member or making a donation today to support our work.
We are 100% reader funded.
Become a member: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
Donate: readthemaple.com/donate/
Consider becoming a Maple member or making a donation today to support our work.
We are 100% reader funded.
Become a member: action.readthemaple.com/2025-fundrai...
Donate: readthemaple.com/donate/
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NEW: Former UN ambassador Bob Rae said he had his “wings clipped” for posting a tweet defending ICC judges in the face of sanctions imposed by the USA.
Records show a Canadian diplomat based in Washington contacted Rae minutes after he posted the tweet. www.readthemaple.com/bob-rae-had-...
Records show a Canadian diplomat based in Washington contacted Rae minutes after he posted the tweet. www.readthemaple.com/bob-rae-had-...
Bob Rae Had ‘Wings Clipped’ For Defending International Criminal Court
A Canadian diplomat based in Washington contacted Rae minutes after he posted a tweet defending the ICC.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
NEW: Former UN ambassador Bob Rae said he had his “wings clipped” for posting a tweet defending ICC judges in the face of sanctions imposed by the USA.
Records show a Canadian diplomat based in Washington contacted Rae minutes after he posted the tweet. www.readthemaple.com/bob-rae-had-...
Records show a Canadian diplomat based in Washington contacted Rae minutes after he posted the tweet. www.readthemaple.com/bob-rae-had-...
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NEW: The Maple has a truly unique funding model, even among other independent outlets you may associate us with. In this article I go into detail about who has funded us over the years, the benefits of our model and why you should consider becoming a member.
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The Maple: Where ‘Reader Funded’ Actually Means Something
We’re powered by widespread, organic support from the many, not the temporary goodwill of the few.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
NEW: The Maple has a truly unique funding model, even among other independent outlets you may associate us with. In this article I go into detail about who has funded us over the years, the benefits of our model and why you should consider becoming a member.
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Liberals Fear Closing Arms Export Loophole Would Anger U.S.
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Liberals Fear Closing Arms Export Loophole Would Anger U.S.
A leaked briefing document gives the full picture behind the government’s talking points.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Liberals Fear Closing Arms Export Loophole Would Anger U.S.
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Elbows up: A leaked Liberal caucus briefing note shows the Mark Carney government fears that regulating arms exports to the USA might upset the Americans.
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Liberals Fear Closing Arms Export Loophole Would Anger U.S.
A leaked briefing document gives the full picture behind the government’s talking points.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Elbows up: A leaked Liberal caucus briefing note shows the Mark Carney government fears that regulating arms exports to the USA might upset the Americans.
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NEW: I created a database profiling Toronto institutions Canadian IDF soldiers attended to get a better understanding of how they portray the Israeli military.
The institutions, which all have charities, include schools, synagogues and summer camps.
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The institutions, which all have charities, include schools, synagogues and summer camps.
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GTA to IDF
A database from The Maple exploring GTA institutions associated with Canadians who served in Israel’s military.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:11 PM
NEW: I created a database profiling Toronto institutions Canadian IDF soldiers attended to get a better understanding of how they portray the Israeli military.
The institutions, which all have charities, include schools, synagogues and summer camps.
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The institutions, which all have charities, include schools, synagogues and summer camps.
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U.S. Senator Wants $300 Billion Military ‘Make Up’ Payment From Canada
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U.S. Senator Wants $300 Billion Military ‘Make Up’ Payment From Canada
Thom Tillis also suggested that Canadians should not criticize the lack of a universal public healthcare system in the U.S.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:50 PM
U.S. Senator Wants $300 Billion Military ‘Make Up’ Payment From Canada
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NEW: US senator Thom Tillis wants Canada to cough up a $300 billion “make up payment” for what he claims are Canada’s “shortfalls” on military spending over the past 20 years.
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U.S. Senator Wants $300 Billion Military ‘Make Up’ Payment From Canada
Thom Tillis also suggested that Canadians should not criticize the lack of a universal public healthcare system in the U.S.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM
NEW: US senator Thom Tillis wants Canada to cough up a $300 billion “make up payment” for what he claims are Canada’s “shortfalls” on military spending over the past 20 years.
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NEW: Defence Minister David McGuinty said he could not confirm if Canadian officers attended an Israeli military seminar this week.
The seminar was held to “strengthen cooperation ... between the participating militaries.” www.readthemaple.com/minister-can...
The seminar was held to “strengthen cooperation ... between the participating militaries.” www.readthemaple.com/minister-can...
Minister ‘Can’t Confirm’ If Canadian Officers Went To Israeli Seminar
The seminar reportedly focused on Israel’s experiences in waging its genocidal war on Gaza.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
NEW: Defence Minister David McGuinty said he could not confirm if Canadian officers attended an Israeli military seminar this week.
The seminar was held to “strengthen cooperation ... between the participating militaries.” www.readthemaple.com/minister-can...
The seminar was held to “strengthen cooperation ... between the participating militaries.” www.readthemaple.com/minister-can...
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How Canada’s Purchases Of Israeli Weapons Fuel Genocide
A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor @alexcosh.bsky.social at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
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A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor @alexcosh.bsky.social at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
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How Canada’s Purchases Of Israeli Weapons Fuel Genocide
A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
How Canada’s Purchases Of Israeli Weapons Fuel Genocide
A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor @alexcosh.bsky.social at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
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A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor @alexcosh.bsky.social at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
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NEW: I explain how Canada’s ongoing purchases of Israeli weapons and military technology fuel genocide against Palestinians.
This is a transcript of my testimony at the people’s tribunal on Canadian responsibility. www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
This is a transcript of my testimony at the people’s tribunal on Canadian responsibility. www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
How Canada’s Purchases Of Israeli Weapons Fuel Genocide
A transcript of a testimony given by The Maple’s news editor at a “people’s tribunal” on Canadian complicity in Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
www.readthemaple.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:10 PM
NEW: I explain how Canada’s ongoing purchases of Israeli weapons and military technology fuel genocide against Palestinians.
This is a transcript of my testimony at the people’s tribunal on Canadian responsibility. www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
This is a transcript of my testimony at the people’s tribunal on Canadian responsibility. www.readthemaple.com/how-canadas-...
As Military Spending Soars, Defence Department Fails On Transparency
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As Military Spending Soars, Defence Department Fails On Transparency
A report shows the Defence Department’s already poor transparency record is getting worse.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:10 PM
As Military Spending Soars, Defence Department Fails On Transparency
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NEW: Canadian authorities detained Richard Falk while he and his wife, Hilal Elver, were en route to a Palestine conference in Ottawa last week.
I sat down with professor Falk to discuss what happened and Canada's complicity in the genocide in Gaza.
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I sat down with professor Falk to discuss what happened and Canada's complicity in the genocide in Gaza.
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Canada Detained This Legal Scholar En Route To Palestine Conference
Richard Falk and Hilal Elver were detained for approximately three hours at Pearson airport.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:35 PM
NEW: Canadian authorities detained Richard Falk while he and his wife, Hilal Elver, were en route to a Palestine conference in Ottawa last week.
I sat down with professor Falk to discuss what happened and Canada's complicity in the genocide in Gaza.
www.readthemaple.com/canada-detai...
I sat down with professor Falk to discuss what happened and Canada's complicity in the genocide in Gaza.
www.readthemaple.com/canada-detai...
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NEW: The Canadian military is getting the biggest injection of cash since the Korean War. Meanwhile, the Defence Department continues to fail on its transparency obligations, according to a report submitted to Parliament. www.readthemaple.com/as-military-...
As Military Spending Soars, Defence Department Fails On Transparency
A report shows the Defence Department’s already poor transparency record is getting worse.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:43 PM
NEW: The Canadian military is getting the biggest injection of cash since the Korean War. Meanwhile, the Defence Department continues to fail on its transparency obligations, according to a report submitted to Parliament. www.readthemaple.com/as-military-...
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NEW: Online mentions of Canadians’ IDF service are disappearing.
This article compiles the links in my Find IDF Soldiers database that have been deleted, made private or modified, resulting in the removal of mentions of Israeli military service.
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This article compiles the links in my Find IDF Soldiers database that have been deleted, made private or modified, resulting in the removal of mentions of Israeli military service.
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Online Mentions Of Canadians’ IDF Service Are Disappearing
The Maple has recorded cases where pages linked to on the Find IDF Soldiers website have been deleted, modified or made private.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:34 PM
NEW: Online mentions of Canadians’ IDF service are disappearing.
This article compiles the links in my Find IDF Soldiers database that have been deleted, made private or modified, resulting in the removal of mentions of Israeli military service.
www.readthemaple.com/online-menti...
This article compiles the links in my Find IDF Soldiers database that have been deleted, made private or modified, resulting in the removal of mentions of Israeli military service.
www.readthemaple.com/online-menti...
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NEW: The Canadian Armed Forces planned to send 29 personnel to Israel last year for training in how to use anti-tank missiles purchased from an Israeli arms company, documents obtained by The Maple reveal. www.readthemaple.com/canadian-for...
Canadian Forces Scheduled Missile Training In Israel Last Year
The Department of National Defence is refusing to answer questions about the scheduled training sessions.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:02 PM
NEW: The Canadian Armed Forces planned to send 29 personnel to Israel last year for training in how to use anti-tank missiles purchased from an Israeli arms company, documents obtained by The Maple reveal. www.readthemaple.com/canadian-for...
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NEW: After years of Canada claiming it won't support Azov Brigade due to its far-right ideology and neo-Nazi links, the Canadian Defence Attache in Ukraine met with Azov at the Embassy this summer.
An Azov contact said it was a “friendly and open dialogue.”
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An Azov contact said it was a “friendly and open dialogue.”
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Canadian Embassy Hosted Ukraine’s Azov Brigade This Summer
An Azov member described the meeting as a “friendly and open dialogue.”
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October 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
NEW: After years of Canada claiming it won't support Azov Brigade due to its far-right ideology and neo-Nazi links, the Canadian Defence Attache in Ukraine met with Azov at the Embassy this summer.
An Azov contact said it was a “friendly and open dialogue.”
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An Azov contact said it was a “friendly and open dialogue.”
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NEW: I’ve published an article containing the names and profiles of 49 Canadians who have served in the Israeli military since October 7, 2023.
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These 49 Canadians Have Served In Israel’s Military Since Oct. 7
The Maple has identified 49 Canadians who have served in the Israeli military since Oct. 7, 2023.
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October 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM
NEW: I’ve published an article containing the names and profiles of 49 Canadians who have served in the Israeli military since October 7, 2023.
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