PMO’s lost control over governing Liberal caucus
The first week of November is the magic week. That’s when the Liberals or the opposition could decide to pull the plug on Parliament, or not. After that, it’s too late for a fall election. TORONTO – The Tarzans of Canadian politics who occupy the Langevin Block are busy these days trying to locate the […]
Automotive subsidies: unfair and unnecessary advantage: Subsidies give the automotive industry an unfair advantage over other Canadian Industries
When Buzz Hargrove, the leader of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) pleads for government subsidies for the automobile industry it is tantamount to asking – as the Conservative Party of Canada does – for corporate tax cuts. Strange bedfellows! The big difference is that Mr. Hargrove’s request amounts to special pleading for the auto industry, […]
Libs should capitalize on Gomery by using him as a wind for change, not as a whoopee cushion of pungent past
Powers: So Warren, after 12 long and expensive years in power it seems the shit is not only hitting the fan but sticking to the wall for the Liberal Party. Apparently, Liberals can walk away with your money, and chew gum; we paid for, at the same time. David Dingwall, a colourful Cape Bretoner, appeared […]
Canada’s Amb. to U.S. McKenna: A persona less and less grata
In case you missed it, late last month U.S. Ambassador David Wilkins slipped into Washington, D.C., and before a distinguished Chamber of Commerce audience excoriated Canada and its system of government. No he didn’t but Canada’s Ambassador to the U.S. Frank McKenna did. WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, late last month U.S. […]
MPs spent $25.99-million on travel costs last year
Liberal MP David McGuinty spent $35 on travel last year, but other local Ottawa-area Grit, Conservative and NDP MPs racked up bigger travel expenses. MPs like their travel. But local Ottawa Liberal MP David McGuinty spent only $35 on travel last year, while other local Liberal, Conservatives and NDP MPs spent tens of thousands of […]
Moving towards sustainable transportation: Environment Minister
Our goal is to make our production systems the cleanest in the world. Sustainable transportation is a key element in attaining this goal. The auto industry is one of the key sectors of our economy. It represents a large percentage of our international trade and produces hundreds of thousands of jobs throughout the country. There […]
Whistleblower bill fatally flawed: Cutler
Re: “Whistleblower protection passed in House of Commons,”(The Hill Times, Oct. 10). Duff Conacher of Democracy Watch is correct that Bill C-11 contains fatal flaws. I approach the bill from a unique perspective while asking myself the question,”Would I have been protected?” I do not agree with NDP MP Pat Martin. While attempts were made […]
Fault should lie with the lobbyist, not the company
The David Dingwall and lobbying story brings to light how there is a gaping oversight in the rules around contingency fees. There’s an old saying that goes,”It’s better not to win than to look like you’ve lost.” While a tad cautionary for general living, it’s something every politician should follow. Dave Dingwall didn’t. He won […]
The Spin Doctors: “What do you make of the recent Pollara poll that shows that the Conservatives are only six points behind the Liberals?”
Leslie Swartman Liberal Strategist “Not much, frankly. But don’t take my word for it, ask John Reynolds, who was quoted in The Vancouver Sun recently about a poll showing that the Liberals, at 46 per cent support in B.C., are killing the Conservatives, who have 29 per cent. He said, and I quote, ‘I don’t […]
This minority government is the most undemocratic Parliament ever, says Conservative House Leader Jay Hill
Twice now the PM has ensured that the only tool really available to the combined opposition to hold his government accountable cannot be used. Thanks for nothing. Under our Parliamentary system in Canada, it is the responsibility of the Prime Minister to prove that on any given day he has the confidence of the House […]
