A number of Trudeau-era cabinet staff bidding Hill farewell
Elections mean changeover among the Hill’s staffing ranks, and aides across the partisan divide have been saying their goodbyes.
A new Canadian economy must include everyone
Inclusive economic policies must include programs that support employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for women with disabilities.
Q&A | Question Period, House decorum, and cabinet missteps with Sheila Copps
Prime Minister Mark Carney ‘needs to allow his ministers to take front and centre in some of the files,’ but they need to stay in their ‘lane,’ says the former Liberal deputy prime minister.
GC-OS: why the Government of Canada should develop its own software
It is no longer inconceivable that the U.S. could exert its regulatory powers over America-based software companies to threaten or punish rivals.
Top 10 most influential Liberals in Carney’s government
Gerald Butts and David Lametti hold no official roles in the Liberal government, but Prime Minister Mark Carney informally seeks their advice on key political matters, say Liberal sources.
Top 10 most influential Conservatives in federal politics
Jenni Byrne, the former Conservative campaign director and a close confidante of Pierre Poilievre, is facing criticism for the party’s failure to win the April 28 election. It remains unclear whether Poilievre will choose to part ways with her.
Carney needs to work on his caucus management skills
Mark Carney should channel a bit of former Progressive Conservative prime minister Brian Mulroney, who was skilled at the art of caucus management even in tough times. Carney’s going to have to stroke some egos, make people feel important, and boost caucus morale. But he also deserves some grace period.
Reflections for staff on a new sitting of Parliament
The coming months will test you. But if you lead with integrity, empathy, and purpose, you’ll not only survive, but also you’ll shape outcomes that make a real difference in the lives of Canadians.
Long live the King, maybe
Mark Carney wants to send an international message of strength. But that message could be double-edged.
Parliament is back: will it be like the last one?
The changes on the front benches provide a window of opportunity to set a more constructive and healthy culture as Parliament reconvenes. Here’s hoping.
