Martin’s choice II
Watching Paul Martin publicly deliver the news that he intends to divest, or pass on ownership of his multinational shipping company, Canada Steamship Lines, to his three sons last week, he spoke emotionally about his family, his late father Paul Martin Sr., and his mother Nell. What was interesting was Mr. Martin displayed more passion […]
Canada, space and achieving excellence: Garneau: Don’t lose sight of scientists, engineers and researchers working on breakthroughs
In the history of our modern world, few sectors rival the field of space in terms of its ability to foster entrepreneurial drive, spur scientific innovation and discovery, and generate national pride. As Canada embarks on its fifth decade in space, that began with the launch of Alouette in 1962, Canadian excellence in space continues […]
Looking for a four-leaf clover?
One thing sure to bring a frown to faces at the Irish Ambassador’s residence last week was the latest U.S. deadline (well, it was the latest deadline at the time) of March 17 for Iraq to meet Washington’s demands or get attacked. What was U.S. President George W. Bush thinking when he picked the Patron […]
Reynolds says no to trainer
Alliance House Leader John Reynolds made it clear last week that he will block any attempt by the House of Commons to hire a personal trainer for MPs looking to get into shape. “No, I don’t think we will be paying for personal trainers. People can do that on their own. It’s pretty easy stuff […]
America is becoming unhinged: A penitent America was hopeful, but it didn’t last long
OTTAWA–America is becoming unhinged and it is impossible to imagine that Canada will be not affected. This was not the case after 9/11. The attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C., were sad and tragic but they built a unity that took the form of a new patriotism inside the United States — and […]
Perhaps we are doomed
It is very disturbing to see that France is steadfastly opposed to a process that will lead to the disarmament of Iraq. If we boil this conflict in the UN down, those nations opposed to the disarmament of Iraq with the threat/use of force are only trying to improve their international political status by standing […]
Jane Stewart hires a new assistant
Human Resources Minister Jane Stewart recently hired a new assistant for her ministerial political office. Meredith Logan joined Ms. Stewart’s office on March, 3 as a special adviser for the Atlantic region. The 23-year-old special adviser is a native of Campbellton, N.B., who received her BA from Mount Allison University in Sackville, N.B., in 2001. […]
Rebuttal to Jones
Regarding David Jones’ View From Washington, D.C. column, “It’s personal now” (The Hill Times, March 10). The list of rebuttals to David Jones last article grew with each paragraph I read. Liberal MP Carolyn Parrish used the word “damn” as an adjective, not a verb. Anyone of Mr. Jones’ intellect should be able to see […]
House and Senate back in session this week
Let the games begin: parties to meet on Hill on Wednesday MONDAY, MARCH 17 House Sitting — The House is scheduled to return today after a two-week long break for the MPs. It will continue to sit weekdays until Friday, April 11. For more information, please call the Government House Leader’s Office at (613) 952- […]
Cabinet ministers walk tight-rope in leadership race, so far: Some don’t feel free to say where they stand with eight months to go
OTTAWA–Although most of Jean Chretien’s Cabinet is expected to support former finance minister Paul Martin in the Liberal leadership race, very few have been brave enough to declare their true colours this far in advance of the Prime Minister’s retirement next February. Which explains Environment Minister David Anderson’s tortured explanation to the Ottawa Citizen last […]
