FRANKE JAMES

Banned on the Hill

hilltimes_logoThe PMO’s enemy list... is a serious infringement on every Canadian’s Charter right to free expression but few Canadians appreciate how damaging it is to our democracy, and each citizen’s right to speak up. Many people I know are afraid to air viewpoints which run counter to government policy because it threatens their livelihood. I have heard directly from environmental groups who are afraid to speak up lest their charitable tax status be revoked.... More...

Backgrounder: Franke James Blacklisted by the Harper Government

Questions and answers about the blacklisting

How did the Harper Government “blacklist” Franke James? Canadian officials, under direction from Ottawa, contacted the producers for Franke James’ 2011-2012 European Art Tour and advised them to cancel her show.

What effect did the blacklisting have? Franke James’ 2011-2012 European Art Tour, organized by Nektarina Nonprofit, and scheduled to travel to 20 Read More...