Loosen parties’ grip on backbenchers, say former MPs in sweeping, new Samara report

The partisan theatrics that characterize debate in Question Period have spilled over into committees, which have taken on a scripted air, according to report from Samara Canada.

MPs scrutinize parole board following report on murder of Quebec woman

The parole strategy for convicted killer was ‘completely unacceptable,’ says CSC commissioner Anne Kelly after a report found the authorities missed warning signs before a woman’s death last year.

Freelance translators raise concerns over proposed terms of new contract

Some of the proposed changes include a requirement that freelancers be available for 15.5 hours a day, the elimination of pay for some duties currently covered, and longer exposure to distance interpreting.

Payette’s resignation yet another self-inflicted wound for Trudeau Liberals, say former senior Grits

Justin Trudeau should take his time and follow a proper screening process in choosing Julie Payette’s successor, says Prof. Donald Savoie.

Sloan’s ouster should have come earlier, say Conservative observers

'Since his election, Mr. Sloan has conducted a master class of bigotry and bullying,' says Conservative strategist Geoff Norquay, who served as a top aide to former prime minister Stephen Harper.

House agrees to extend hybrid sittings, takes step closer to adopting remote voting app

It's up to each leader of the four recognized parties to inform the House Speaker they're 'satisfied' that all issues have been addressed and to give the green light for adopting the app.

Beyak retires from Senate, ‘stands by’ defence of residential schools

Her decision to retire takes place just ahead of the Senate’s return on Feb. 2 and on the first day of the House of Commons’ return from its holiday recess. 

Employment numbers ‘devastating,’ indicate ‘very profound’ economic crisis brewing, says NDP MP Julian

Employment numbers in Canada have dropped for the first time since April 2020, when record government spending began propping up the job market. Observers say they're not surprised by the decrease.

Finance, trade, and climate bills should top Liberal priorities as House returns: MPs, stakeholders

The Liberals can start with low-hanging fruit in bills C-14 and C-18.

Carr’s cabinet post praised by Prairie stakeholders, but experts and MP wary of road ahead

Jim Carr is one of four Liberal MPs elected in the three Prairie provinces, and is now representing the region at the cabinet table.