Since 1967, the centennial of Confederation, numerous political crises, economic challenges, and international events have helped to transform Canadian society, and will continue to shape its future. Taking these various challenges and opportunities of the past into account, how does the future look for Canada? In Reflecting on Our Past and Embracing Our Future diplomats, politicians, scientists, and human rights leaders including Phil Fontaine, Michaëlle Jean, Ellen Gabriel, Paul Heinbecker, Bob Rae, Jean Charest, and David Suzuki have come together to share their wisdom and experience of events that have marked the country over the last fifty years. Reflecting on the role of the Senate in Canada as complementary to the House of Commons, they consider central issues such as the condition of indigenous peoples, the obligations of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the recognition of two official languages, and the national unity referendums. Contributors also discuss the transformation of the economy in a globalized and digital world, the role of Canada on the world stage at a time of growing tension and an increasing flow of refugees, climate change and the uncertain future of the Arctic, scientific and cultural competitions on the international market, and the future of parliamentary democracy. Correcting misconceptions about the contemporary role of the Senate, and providing a counterargument for radical Senate reform, Reflecting on Our Past and Embracing Our Future offers rich perspectives and fascinating insights about Canada's likely development in the coming years.

As the University of Regina marks 100 years of excellence in education on its campus, Honouring Our Past, Embracing Our Future is a tribute to the thousands of students, faculty members and staff who have contributed to the institution's development over the past century.

The Canadian Senate has long been considered an institutional pariah, viewed as an undemocratic, outmoded warehouse for patronage appointments and mired in spending and workload scandals. In 2014, the federal government was compelled to refer constitutional questions to the Supreme Court relating to its attempts to enact senatorial elections and term limits. Constitutional Pariah explores the aftermath of Reference re Senate Reform, which barred major unilateral alteration of the Senate by Parliament. Ironically, the decision resulted in one of the most sweeping parliamentary reforms in Canadian history, creating a pathway to informal changes in the appointments process that have curbed patronage and partisanship. Despite reinvigorating the Senate, Reference re Senate Reform has far-reaching implications for constitutional reform in other contexts. Macfarlane’s sharp critique suggests that the Court’s nebulous approach to the amending formula raises the spectre of a frozen constitution, unable to evolve with the country.

Forty-five years after the fall of Saigon, John Boyko brings to light the little-known story of Canada's involvement in the American War in Vietnam. Through the lens of six remarkable people, some well-known, others obscure, bestselling historian John Boyko recounts Canada's often-overlooked involvement in that conflict as peacemaker, combatant, and provider of weapons and sanctuary. When Brigadier General Sherwood Lett arrived in Vietnam over a decade before American troops, he and the Canadians under his command risked their lives trying to enforce an unstable peace while questioning whether they were merely handmaidens to a new war. As American battleships steamed across the Pacific, Canadian diplomat Blair Seaborn was meeting secretly in Hanoi with North Vietnam’s prime minister; if American leaders accepted his roadmap to peace, those ships could be turned around before war began. Claire Culhane worked in a Canadian hospital in Vietnam and then returned home to implore Canadians to stop supporting what she deemed an immoral war. Joe Erickson was among 30,000 young Americans who changed Canada by evading the draft and heading north; Doug Carey was one of the 20,000 Canadians who enlisted with the American forces to serve in Vietnam. Rebecca Trinh fled Saigon with her husband and young daughters, joining the waves of desperate Indochinese refugees, thousands of whom were to forge new lives in Canada. Through these wide-ranging and fascinating accounts, Boyko exposes what he calls the Devil’s wiliest trick: convincing leaders that war is desirable, persuading the public that it is acceptable, and telling combatants that the deeds they carry out and the horrors they experience are normal, or at least necessary. In uncovering Canada’s side of the story, Boyko reveals the many secret and forgotten ways that Canada not only fought the war but was forever shaped by its lessons and lies.

This book was written to inspire, encourage, and uplift the reader. You will find yourself reading it more than once just to be reminded of your great potential. Be blessed.

Supervision in teacher education is entering an exciting time. In the last decade, national reports calling for the transformation of teacher preparation have advocated for greater school-university collaboration and increased clinical preparation of teachers (AACTE, 2018; NCATE, 2010). Thus, institutions with teacher preparation should be increasingly concerned with the clinical component of their teacher certification programs (AACTE, 2010; 2018; NCATE, 2001; NEA, 2014). However, supervision in teacher preparation has historically been held in low regard, (Beck & Kosnik, 2002; Feiman-Nemser, 2001; The Holmes Group, 1986; Hoover, O’Shea, & Carroll, 1988; Soder & Sirotnik, 1990) even though research has shown that high-quality supervision promotes teacher candidate learning (Bates, Drits, & Ramirez, 2011; Burns, Jacobs, & Yendol-Hoppey, 2016; Darling-Hammond, 2014; Gimbert & Nolan, 2003; Lee, 2011). In fact, university supervisors “may be the most undervalued actors in the entire teacher preparation equation when one considers the knowledge, skills, and dispositions they must have to teach about teaching in the field” (Burns & Badiali, 2016, p. 156). Despite this research, the function of supervision has often been relegated to adjunct faculty or even removed the university-based supervisor altogether in some colleges/schools of education (McIntyre & McIntyre, 2020; NCATE, 2010; Slick, 1998; Zeichner, 1992, 2005). These practices are incredibly problematic for actualizing clinically based teacher education. Thus, the road to transforming teacher education must involve addressing such long standing misperceptions about what supervision is, what purpose it serves, and how it can be renewed from an afterthought to become the driving engine of high quality teacher preparation. Advancing Supervision in Clinically Based Teacher Education: Advances, Opportunities, and Explorations aims to elevate supervision and supervisors, as undervalued actors, by disseminating high-quality manuscripts on this critical area of study. The chapters in this book tackle the persistent issue of devaluing and marginalizing supervision in some institutions of higher education by sharing current research, illuminating challenges of supervising in the current high stakes accountability climate, and offering innovative ideas that can improve supervision in clinically based teacher education.

When we are young, we learn how to live life by observing and learning from those around us. But what about when life moves into its second half? As we get older, changes and transitions happen quickly, and without guidance or people to watch and learn from their experiences, we may lose that sense of purposewho we think we are and what we know may suddenly no longer fit. In Embracing Your Future, author and educator Kathy Herrick invites retirees, seniors, and anyone moving into the second half of life to use this faith-based, practical guide to self-discovery to aid their individual journeys and strive to embrace futures of joy and purpose. It can help anyone in this new stage of life to deepen friendships and strengthen their faith walk, showing how to live life with purpose once again. Individuals or small study groups will find Embracing Your Future easy to use and enlightening, and topics include learning from the past, discovering identity, cultivating spiritual gifts, enjoying friendship, pursuing dreams and goals, finding purpose, leaving a legacy, and much more. Everyoneregardless of age and stagehas a purpose in the future, and rediscovering that purpose can be life changing as we embrace God and embrace our own unique futures.

Looking to find some calm and live a healthier life? Take time for some easy-to-read daily reflections to help you on your journey of self-discovery. This third Let Go and Be Free book helps you learn skills to build stronger boundaries, deal with codependency and fear of abandonment, and embrace your whole self with gratitude and love. Daily reflections include topics on self-care, dealing with anger, gaslighting, and worry as well as the importance of self-love, positivity, and acceptance. Let Go and Be Free: 100 More Daily Reflections for Adult Children of Alcoholics (volume 3) also continues to guide you through the common traits of adult children of alcoholics and those who grew up in a dysfunctional family and how to practice skills to break out of the emotional prison of your past. Filled with personal stories, honest self-reflection, and vulnerability, this book is a helpful resource for adult children of alcoholics or those who grew up in a dysfunctional family. Turn to it whenever you need support, empowering techniques or hope on your journey of self-discovery.

Discover the Power Within You Do you ever feel like life's challenges are insurmountable? Imagine being able to embrace your journey, overcome every obstacle, and emerge stronger than ever. In the powerful new book, "Still Got IT", you will uncover the secrets to harnessing your inner strength and building resilience in the face of adversity. With each chapter, embark on a transformative voyage that ignites your spirit and guides you toward personal growth and self-discovery. Reflecting on past experiences, you'll gain insights that empower you to understand your unique path and appreciate the wisdom that comes with life's trials. Challenge yourself to rise above. Learn the importance of cultivating compassion and practicing patience, not just with others, but with yourself. Dive into the depths of trust and faith, finding the courage to believe in yourself and nurture meaningful relationships. Hope is a powerful force, and within these pages, discover how to maintain and harness it even in the darkest times. Tap into your creative potential, using your imagination to navigate daily life with newfound vigor. Stay motivated and driven, setting and achieving goals you once thought unreachable. Through inspiring stories and practical advice, this book emphasizes the importance of rest and self-care, teaching you how to find peace amidst chaos and recover from life's storms. Build strong support networks and learn the strength that comes from vulnerability. Celebrate your uniqueness and recognize your worth, embracing your "It Factor" with pride and confidence. Whether you're seeking motivation, guidance, or a renewed sense of purpose, "Still Got IT" is your indispensable companion. Take the first step towards a more empowered and fulfilling life today.

Embracing the Witch and the Goddess is a detailed survey of present-day feminist witches in New Zealand. It examines the attraction of witchcraft for its practitioners, and explores witches' rituals, views and beliefs about how magic works. The book provides a detailed portrait of an undocumented section of the growing neo-pagan movement, and compares the special character of New Zealand witchcraft with its counterparts in the United States, Great Britain, and Australia. Kathryn Rountree traces the emergence and history of feminist witchcraft, and links witchcraft with the contemporary Goddess movement. She reviews scholarly approaches on the study of witchcraft and deals with the key debates which have engaged the movement's adherents and their critics, and ultimately presents what Mary Daly declared was missing from most historical and anthropological research on witchcraft: a 'Hag-identified vision'. Based on fieldwork amongst witch practitioners, Embracing the Witch and the Goddess is an important contribution to the emerging profile of present-day witchcraft and paganism.