LEFT BIAS
These media sources are moderate to strongly biased toward liberal causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information that may damage liberal causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Left Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) as left-biased based on its editorial focus on social justice, wealth redistribution, and progressive policy advocacy. We rate its reporting as High for factual accuracy due to consistent sourcing, use of credible data, and transparent methodologies across its research and commentary.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.9)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.8)
Country: Canada
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: EXCELLENT
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) is a non-profit research institute founded in 1980 and based in Ottawa. CCPA covers public policy issues, focusing on social, economic, and environmental justice. It has national and regional offices in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Nova Scotia. The CCPA produces research and analysis on income inequality, labor rights, taxation, and public services, often presenting alternatives to market-driven approaches.
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Funded by / Ownership
CCPA is a registered charity and a non-profit research institute, which means it is not privately owned. It is funded by donors, unions, foundations, and research grants. The CCPA publishes annual reports outlining its revenue, expenditures, and donor information, all of which are publicly accessible. Peggy Nash serves as the Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA).
Analysis / Bias
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) covers public policy topics such as climate change, inequality, labor, taxation, and government spending, often through a lens that emphasizes social and economic equity.
For example, the “Shift Storm” newsletter – February 2025 edition by Hadrian Mertins-Kirkwood refers to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic threats as a “guillotine” and critiques the lack of bold policy vision among Canadian leaders. The article supports public investments in infrastructure and criticizes deregulation, fossil fuel subsidies, and market-led trade agreements. While the tone is strong, the article references outside sources such as The Globe and Mail, academic research centers, and CCPA-authored research, with many statements hyperlinked for transparency.
Another article, “Mark Carney’s Values: What His 2021 Book Reveals About the Leader He Might Be”, critiques Canada’s current Prime Minister from a progressive lens. The author notes PM Carney’s centrist stance but critiques his platform as lacking bold vision and failing to address structural inequality. The tone is analytical, focusing on policy and research without personal attacks.
The CCPA’s coverage topics reflect its ideological alignment, with dedicated content sections on Race & Anti-Racism, 2SLGBTQ+ Equity, and Climate Change. Reports such as “Platform Crunch” analyze party platforms using Statistics Canada’s modeling software (SPSD/M), offering data-driven comparisons that favor redistributive policies. While these analyses favor left-leaning proposals, they are methodologically transparent and sourced, often including downloadable datasets and methodology sections.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) as left-biased based on its editorial focus on social justice, wealth redistribution, and progressive policy advocacy. We rate its reporting as High for factual accuracy due to consistent sourcing, use of credible data, and transparent methodologies across its research and commentary. (M. Huitsing 03/30/2025)
Source: https://www.policyalternatives.ca/
Last Updated on March 30, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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