Federal messaging, concerns bleed into campaigns as three provinces head to polls
Leaders seeking re-election in New Brunswick, Saskatchewan paint opponents as Trudeau allies, while BC Conservatives adopt similar messaging to Poilievre.
Federal resource management decisions undermine collective power of community-based fisheries
More must be done by our federal government to protect working Canadians, middle-class jobs, and maritime culture.
Annual premiers’ summer conference no longer lives up to original mission
Canadians seem to expect a lot from their federal government, but not so much from provincial governments.
Liberal MPs toe party line after breaking historical agreement on northern cod
Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal MPs have proven yet again that they have no interest in standing up for the sustainability of the province’s adjacent resources, enhancing its socio-economic opportunities, or safeguarding its future.
Amplifying Canadian voices: the role of an independent Senate
Without a party line to toe, local voices can tell local stories, and apply the guiding principles of Senators’ home communities.
Return of lost son a welcome symbol of selflessness
The repatriation of an unknown First World War soldier back to the Rock has been an impressive moment of unity.
Distance from Trudeau an advantage for Liberals on the Rock
A winning strategy out East seems to include flushing the words ‘Liberal’ and ‘Liberal Party’ until the national mood on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau changes.
Derrick Bragg will be missed by so many in Newfoundland and Labrador
In these times of cynicism about government, the late cabinet minister’s story should inspire others to become involved in public life.
Liberal MP McDonald says he’s rebuffed Conservatives’ overtures three times, but won’t rule out crossing the floor or sitting as an Independent
The three-term Newfoundland and Labrador MP did not meet the March deadline of nomination conditions to run as his party’s unopposed candidate for the next election.
Carbon-pricing course change drives Liberals into another self-made mess
Instead of winning votes in one region and getting applauded for responding to regional concerns, the Liberals have set off a national bidding war for regional wins.
