Is there another Charest in the Quebec Liberals’ future?
The son of a former Quebec premier, Antoine Dionne Charest says he isn’t eying party leadership, but is looking to make a mark on the province’s political scene.
Time for Poilievre to join a constructive pharmacare conversation
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh have done their part as responsible opposition critics on this policy. Now it’s Pierre Poilievre’s turn.
One staffer in, one out for ministers Freeland, Joly
Plus, Fisheries and Oceans Minister Diane Lebouthillier is in the market for a new regional affairs adviser following Dwayne Cull’s exit.
Integrity commissioner report spotlights gross mismanagement at Corrections Canada
Harriet Solloway’s first report as integrity commissioner is encouraging in its strong findings, which should serve as a warning to other managers in the public service.
Federal parties in court April 22 after judge denies adjournment request in voter data case
The political parties are demonstrating a ‘lack of respect for Canada’s voters and our democracy,’ says Jim Balsillie of the Centre for Digital Rights.
Senate amends rules for regional offices, spares East Block cafeteria
The East Block cafeteria has survived the chopping block—at least for now—after Senators recently weighed closing it, and replacing it with a vending machine.
Poor polling numbers, NDP MPP’s rumoured candidacy, and Mideast conflict turns Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont., byelection into tight three-way race, say Liberal MPs
However, even though a number of factors are currently against the government, it appears unlikely the Liberals would lose the Toronto-St. Paul’s byelection, says Greg Lyle, president of Innovative Research.
Poilievre is fundraising and advertising aggressively before next election call and limits set in
With weekly hauls seeking donations of up to $1,725 and that kind of cash coming in, Pierre Poilievre will able to keep spending without being subject to the limits on advertising that kick in once an election is called.
Hard to see the ‘big picture’: Canada must improve how budget and estimates are presented, say public finance experts
Many experts say the budget should be presented before the main estimates, possibly on a fixed annual date. Liberal MP John McKay says MPs must ‘mine for the gold’ in the current system, while Tory MP Stephanie Kusie says the entire process must be ‘completely overhauled.’
Conservatives gather at Canada Strong and Free Network conference
Politicians, columnists, politicos, and some of the biggest names in the “Movement Conservatism” descended on the Westin Hotel on April 10 to kick off the three-day Canada Strong and Free Networking Conference. Read more.
