Canadian Bureaucracy and Its Discontents

Nick Osmond-Jones, a former researcher at the Office of the Ombudsperson in British Columbia, discusses his resignation spurred by concerns over censorship and ideological pressures. He highlights the absurdities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the Canadian public service. The conversation delves into the complexities of workplace sensitivity training, the implications of land acknowledgements, and the emotional burdens of performative allyship, revealing how these factors shape the dynamics of workplace interactions and investigative practices.