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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, May 25

Published 1:30 am Sunday, May 25, 2025

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THis is an editorial cartoon by Michael de Adder . Michael de Adder was born in Moncton, New Brunswick. He studied art at Mount Allison University where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in drawing and painting. He began his career working for The Coast, a Halifax-based alternative weekly, drawing a popular comic strip called Walterworld which lampooned the then-current mayor of Halifax, Walter Fitzgerald. This led to freelance jobs at The Chronicle-Herald and The Hill Times in Ottawa, Ontario. After freelancing for a few years, de Adder landed his first full time cartooning job at the Halifax Daily News. After the Daily News folded in 2008, he became the full-time freelance cartoonist at New Brunswick Publishing. He was let go for political views expressed through his work including a cartoon depicting U.S. President Donald Trump’s border policies. He now freelances for the Halifax Chronicle Herald, the Toronto Star, Ottawa Hill Times and Counterpoint in the USA. He has over a million readers per day and is considered the most read cartoonist in Canada. Michael de Adder has won numerous awards for his work, including seven Atlantic Journalism Awards plus a Gold Innovation Award for news animation in 2008. He won the Association of Editorial Cartoonists' 2002 Golden Spike Award for best editorial cartoon spiked by an editor and the Association of Canadian Cartoonists 2014 Townsend Award. The National Cartoonists Society for the Reuben Award has shortlisted him in the Editorial Cartooning category. He is a past president of the Association of Canadian Editorial Cartoonists and spent 10 years on the board of the Cartoonists Rights Network.
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May 25, 2025: Taking a Break
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THis is an editorial cartoon by Michael de Adder . Michael de Adder was born in Moncton, New Brunswick. He studied art at Mount Allison University where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in drawing and painting. He began his career working for The Coast, a Halifax-based alternative weekly, drawing a popular comic strip called Walterworld which lampooned the then-current mayor of Halifax, Walter Fitzgerald. This led to freelance jobs at The Chronicle-Herald and The Hill Times in Ottawa, Ontario. After freelancing for a few years, de Adder landed his first full time cartooning job at the Halifax Daily News. After the Daily News folded in 2008, he became the full-time freelance cartoonist at New Brunswick Publishing. He was let go for political views expressed through his work including a cartoon depicting U.S. President Donald Trump’s border policies. He now freelances for the Halifax Chronicle Herald, the Toronto Star, Ottawa Hill Times and Counterpoint in the USA. He has over a million readers per day and is considered the most read cartoonist in Canada. Michael de Adder has won numerous awards for his work, including seven Atlantic Journalism Awards plus a Gold Innovation Award for news animation in 2008. He won the Association of Editorial Cartoonists' 2002 Golden Spike Award for best editorial cartoon spiked by an editor and the Association of Canadian Cartoonists 2014 Townsend Award. The National Cartoonists Society for the Reuben Award has shortlisted him in the Editorial Cartooning category. He is a past president of the Association of Canadian Editorial Cartoonists and spent 10 years on the board of the Cartoonists Rights Network.
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Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Saturday May 17, 2025 Victoria Day takes on new significance as Canada reaffirms its sovereignty in response to U.S. rhetoric and diplomatic tensions. Victoria Day Vindication As Canadians ready themselves for the long-awaited May two-four weekend, a celebration traditionally filled with barbecues, beer, and the unofficial launch of summer, this year's observance takes on a deeper resonance. Victoria Day, a holiday that honours the long-deceased Queen Victoria, has evolved over time to become a moment of reflection on our nation's heritage, rather than merely a nod to our constitutional monarchy. However, in 2025, amidst a backdrop of strained relations with our southern neighbour, the United States, this holiday carries heightened significance. The recent tensions, sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports and his dismissive rhetoric about Canada as the "51st state," underscore a growing need for Canada to affirm its sovereignty and unique identity. News: King Charles to open Canada’s parliament amid escalating tensions with the US https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/canada/king-charles-to-open-canadas-parliament-amid-escalating-tensions-with-the-us/articleshow/120831079.cms President Trump's affinity for monarchy and grand ceremonies, recently illustrated during his tour of Saudi Arabia and Qatar, where he was enveloped in luxurious tributes and golden welcomes, contrasts sharply with Canada's steadfast commitment to its own democratic principles and global partnerships. His anticipated state visit to the United Kingdom, featuring dinner with King Charles III, further emphasizes his penchant for spectacle over substance. In this climate, the upcoming Speech from the Throne, presided over by Canada's new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, and featuring the King's speech, serves as a powerful reminder of our rich history and sovereign status. It is a mom

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