B.C. Liberal MP Aldag in talks with provincial NDP to run in the fall election
MP John Aldag denies he’s considering a provincial run for the B.C. NDP because of the unpopularity of the Trudeau Liberals federally.
New rule: incumbent Conservative MPs whose ridings changed 25 per cent or more will have to go through nomination contests
A dozen current Conservative MPs have failed to meet the nomination conditions set by the party in 2022, according to a senior Conservative.
Almost a year after deadline, less than half of incumbent Liberal MPs have been nominated for the next election
Down in the polls and way behind the Conservatives in fundraising, the federal Liberal Party has given MPs until next month to fulfil the nomination conditions if they want to be candidates without going though the stressful nomination process, according to two Liberal sources. But the party also said if MPs need more time, it will be flexible.
‘Authenticity’ must be Trudeau’s word of the year
Our public space has become a house of mirrors, where nothing is what it seems. People want to know who and what they are actually dealing with, especially in politics, where so much just marketing and makeovers. Where Trudeau could reclaim that kind of authenticity is the fight against climate change.
Trudeau still has time to get his act together, but it’s going to be tough
TORONTO—If an election were to be held today—assuming the polls are right—Pierre Poilievre would become our prime minister, heading what could even be a majority Conservative government. For a political party that relies more on partisan battle cries than serious policy ideas for a better future, this would be quite an accomplishment. But a lot could […]
Trudeau needs to match Poilievre’s energy
Maybe the Liberals do have a path to victory. It just won’t be a sunny way.
A western Conservative’s advice to Pierre Poilievre
Voters also want to like the people they vote for, so have fun on the stump. Hold them to account using humour and make fun of yourself, too. That shows humility, something that is in short supply in politics, but that voters highly value.
Reducing red tape to make Canada a better place for business
The necessary measures in Bill S-6, together with broader initiatives to modernize our regulatory system, are non-partisan issues that have the potential to deliver wide ranging benefits to Canadians. Let’s work together to pass Bill S-6 into law.
Hogue’s promise to search for truth on foreign interference is good news for democracy
Discussions over foreign interference have been dogged by partisan bickering and government obfuscation. At long last, an impartial series of public hearings will hopefully shed light on the challenges our democracy has already faced, and must be prepared for in the future. Let the sun shine in.
Immigration is our future
Immigrants are and must be part of the solution to complex issues facing Canada and our global community. From the health-care industry to the construction industry, and from Ontario to the Northwest Territories, we can bring our skills and our abilities to help move Canada forward.
