Hybrid sittings can make our democracy stronger: Equal Voice
Re: “Hybrid sittings will further weaken government accountability,” (The Hill Times’ editorial, June 26, 2023). Hybrid sittings do not weaken our democracy—they can make it stronger. Hybrid options enable MPs to show up and fulfill their legislative obligations even when difficult circumstances arise. Hybrid is about flexibility, and is not about making our legislature fully […]
New carvings, smudging space: more details on Centre Block’s renovation
‘One of the blessings of working on the project has been the ability to … uncover some really interesting things,’ says PSPC’s Kate Westbury.
Housing Minister Hussen, Tourism Minister Boissonnault add new aides
Plus, policy adviser Lionel Fritz Adimi left Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s office at the end of June.
Calgary Stampede happening July 7-July 16
MONDAY, JULY 3 House Not Sitting—The House has adjourned for the summer and is on break for 12 weeks. It will resume sitting again on Monday, Sept. 18. It will sit for three weeks (Sept. 18-Oct. 6), and will adjourn on Friday, Oct. 6, for a week. It will resume sitting on Monday, Oct. 16, […]
Mendicino’s press secretary moves over to Champagne’s team
Plus, there are staff updates to report for National Revenue Minister Diane Lebouthillier and Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault.
Does Parliament matter anymore?
Politics is in bad shape. Without real reform, Canada will become more difficult to govern, and we’ll pay the price. Is there not a single MP today willing to show some leadership?
‘We are seeing an increase in hate speech against the LGBTQ community in Canada’: Lib MP Bendayan
We are seeing an increase in hate speech against the LGBTQ community in Canada. This is happening in a global context that has authoritarian regimes targeting LGBTQ communities with cruel and draconian laws. We are fortunate to have many organizations in Canada that are standing up to fight hate and discrimination. I would especially like […]
Joe Clark to take part in panel on ‘Stories of a Caring and Sharing Canada,’ on June 27 at Empire Club
MONDAY, JUNE 26 House Not Sitting—The House has adjourned for the summer and is on break for 12 weeks. It will resume sitting again on Monday, Sept. 18. It will sit for three weeks (Sept. 18-Oct. 6), and will adjourn on Friday, Oct. 6, for a week. It will resume sitting on Monday, Oct. 16, […]
Down to bare bones: a look inside the Centre Block construction site
Closed since the end of 2018, the massive renovation and work on Centre Block is set to continue through to 2031. On June 22, media got a chance to tour the stripped-back hallways of the historic building.
Diary of a new Senator: understanding the new org
I was appointed as an Independent Senator, meaning I decide how I vote on each bill and motion. No party pressure, discipline, caucusing in the House or political fundraising.
