Independent Senators Group Facilitator Raymonde Saint-Germain says Senators understand 'now more than ever' the need 'to scrutinize bills without delaying the government agenda.'
New Senate Conservative Leader Leo Housakos, left, returning Independent Senators Group Facilitator Raymonde Saint-Germain, returning Canadian Senator Group Leader Scott Tannas, and newly elected Progressive Senate Group Leader, Brian Francis. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Senator Brian Francis
Independent Senators Group Facilitator Raymonde Saint-Germain says Senators understand 'now more than ever' the need 'to scrutinize bills without delaying the government agenda.'
Independent Senators Group Facilitator Raymonde Saint-Germain says Senators understand 'now more than ever' the need 'to scrutinize bills without delaying the government agenda.'
New Senate Conservative Leader Leo Housakos, left, returning Independent Senators Group Facilitator Raymonde Saint-Germain, returning Canadian Senator Group Leader Scott Tannas, and newly elected Progressive Senate Group Leader, Brian Francis. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Senator Brian Francis
Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound has been getting briefed on his new job. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Why are billions in public funding flowing offshore instead of helping to develop Canadian industries and foster intellectual property ownership?
Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound has been getting briefed on his new job. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The PM must decide wither to continue subsidizing and expanding fossil fuels, or steer decisively toward a clean, independent, and resilient energy future.
Prime Minister Mark Carney must be bold, ambitious, and decisive if he wants to put his mark on a transformation that will build our country’s resilience for decades to come, writes Caroline Brouillette. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The PM must decide wither to continue subsidizing and expanding fossil fuels, or steer decisively toward a clean, independent, and resilient energy future.
The PM must decide wither to continue subsidizing and expanding fossil fuels, or steer decisively toward a clean, independent, and resilient energy future.
Prime Minister Mark Carney must be bold, ambitious, and decisive if he wants to put his mark on a transformation that will build our country’s resilience for decades to come, writes Caroline Brouillette. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, pictured, co-hosts the G7 meeting with Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, new MPs get an orientation in parliamentary procedures.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, pictured, co-hosts the G7 meeting with Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Conservatives may be more accessible after the election, but don’t bank on them softening their stance on defunding the CBC, says communications strategist
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's post-election press conferences on Parliament Hill have loosened up from the strict four-question limit he held to during the campaign. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Conservatives may be more accessible after the election, but don’t bank on them softening their stance on defunding the CBC, says communications strategist
The Conservatives may be more accessible after the election, but don’t bank on them softening their stance on defunding the CBC, says communications strategist
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's post-election press conferences on Parliament Hill have loosened up from the strict four-question limit he held to during the campaign. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Recent court decisions have recognized that English-speaking Quebecers are a unique community, with our own important institutions, and we need more of this.
Nationalist francophones often portray Anglo Quebecers as their adversaries for long ago slights, but we are much more allies than they may think, writes Andrew Caddell. Unsplash photograph by Tim Marshall
Recent court decisions have recognized that English-speaking Quebecers are a unique community, with our own important institutions, and we need more of this.
Recent court decisions have recognized that English-speaking Quebecers are a unique community, with our own important institutions, and we need more of this.
Nationalist francophones often portray Anglo Quebecers as their adversaries for long ago slights, but we are much more allies than they may think, writes Andrew Caddell. Unsplash photograph by Tim Marshall
The feds have seen the opportunity global sports performances provide to advance the country’s reputation, open doors for diplomacy and trade, and boost our
If the prime minister and Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden lean in here they could produce some big wins from which we’d all benefit, writes Tim Powers. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The feds have seen the opportunity global sports performances provide to advance the country’s reputation, open doors for diplomacy and trade, and boost our
The feds have seen the opportunity global sports performances provide to advance the country’s reputation, open doors for diplomacy and trade, and boost our
If the prime minister and Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden lean in here they could produce some big wins from which we’d all benefit, writes Tim Powers. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 Trade Conference 2025—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts its Trade Conference 2025, a full-day conversation on trade in Canada’s major economic
The 45th Parliament will get underway on May 26, with MPs filling the House of Commons Chamber for the first time since late 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 Trade Conference 2025—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts its Trade Conference 2025, a full-day conversation on trade in Canada’s major economic
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 Trade Conference 2025—The Canadian Global Affairs Institute hosts its Trade Conference 2025, a full-day conversation on trade in Canada’s major economic
The 45th Parliament will get underway on May 26, with MPs filling the House of Commons Chamber for the first time since late 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus: judicial recount confirms the Liberals have Milton East-Halton Hills South, Ont.; former NDP staffer Anthony Salloum launches a 'cathartic' blog; and Tessie Sanci
Louis, top left, Leo, Darcy, centre left, Isey, Noodle, bottom left, and Peanut are just six of the 20 finalists vying for your votes in this year's Cutest Pets on the Hill contest. Photographs courtesy of the Canadian Animal Health Institute
Plus: judicial recount confirms the Liberals have Milton East-Halton Hills South, Ont.; former NDP staffer Anthony Salloum launches a 'cathartic' blog; and Tessie Sanci
Plus: judicial recount confirms the Liberals have Milton East-Halton Hills South, Ont.; former NDP staffer Anthony Salloum launches a 'cathartic' blog; and Tessie Sanci
Louis, top left, Leo, Darcy, centre left, Isey, Noodle, bottom left, and Peanut are just six of the 20 finalists vying for your votes in this year's Cutest Pets on the Hill contest. Photographs courtesy of the Canadian Animal Health Institute
David McGuinty brings a modicum of cabinet experience and a modicum of intelligence awareness to his new defence portfolio, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Defence Minister David McGuinty is going to need a lot of support from Carney's Liberal government to truly right the CAF ship.
David McGuinty brings a modicum of cabinet experience and a modicum of intelligence awareness to his new defence portfolio, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Indigenous Services Canada is being headed by an Indigenous person for the first time ever—something Mandy Gull-Masty says adds to the ‘pressure’ to succeed,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, and Governor General Mary Simon at the May 13 cabinet ceremony.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Indigenous Services Canada is being headed by an Indigenous person for the first time ever—something Mandy Gull-Masty says adds to the ‘pressure’ to succeed,
Indigenous Services Canada is being headed by an Indigenous person for the first time ever—something Mandy Gull-Masty says adds to the ‘pressure’ to succeed,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, and Governor General Mary Simon at the May 13 cabinet ceremony.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The 20th Century Boys' Dave Fraser, left, Richard Mahoney, centre, and Peter Van Dusen, right, rocked the Rainbow Bistro with their annual spring concert on May 16 and raised $4,500 for PAL Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
The 20th Century Boys returned to the Rainbow Bistro for their annual spring fundraiser, and they rocked it.
The 20th Century Boys' Dave Fraser, left, Richard Mahoney, centre, and Peter Van Dusen, right, rocked the Rainbow Bistro with their annual spring concert on May 16 and raised $4,500 for PAL Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
U.S. President Donald Trump, right, will probably insist once again that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ‘no cards,’ and must submit, but that wasn’t true then and it isn’t true now, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
Although the U.S. president will try to bully Ukraine into accepting Russia’s terms, there is no evidence that Ukraine is really on the brink
U.S. President Donald Trump, right, will probably insist once again that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ‘no cards,’ and must submit, but that wasn’t true then and it isn’t true now, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
The benefit’s onerous application process presents a challenge for patients, especially those who may be among the 6.5 million Canadians without a primary care
At a time when patients struggle to access timely care and physicians lose 18.5 million hours each year to administrative tasks, dumping more paperwork onto doctors’ desks is simply unfathomable, writes Dr. Joss Reimer. Pexels photograph by Polina Tankilevitch
The benefit’s onerous application process presents a challenge for patients, especially those who may be among the 6.5 million Canadians without a primary care
The benefit’s onerous application process presents a challenge for patients, especially those who may be among the 6.5 million Canadians without a primary care
At a time when patients struggle to access timely care and physicians lose 18.5 million hours each year to administrative tasks, dumping more paperwork onto doctors’ desks is simply unfathomable, writes Dr. Joss Reimer. Pexels photograph by Polina Tankilevitch
Stephanie McLean, centre with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Governor General Mary Simon, was sworn in as secretary of state for seniors on May 13. That’s a good first step, but there still needs to be a full ministerial portfolio for older persons, write Gabrielle Gallant and Kahir Lalji. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
With older adults soon to make up a quarter of our population, Canada needs focused and empowered leadership to prepare for the realities of
Stephanie McLean, centre with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Governor General Mary Simon, was sworn in as secretary of state for seniors on May 13. That’s a good first step, but there still needs to be a full ministerial portfolio for older persons, write Gabrielle Gallant and Kahir Lalji. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu will oversee Employment and Social Development Canada in her role, but without a dedicated minister for disability advocacy, some are concerned their voices won't be heard. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The gap comes at a crucial time for advocates, as a new disability benefit program is being criticized for not fulfilling its stated goal
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu will oversee Employment and Social Development Canada in her role, but without a dedicated minister for disability advocacy, some are concerned their voices won't be heard. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Also, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami celebrates country food and culture, Freedom Convoy-inspired play is coming to the NAC, and Métis artist’s work gets national audience.
Authors Kevin Quigley, Kaitlynne Lowe, Sarah Moore and Brianna Wolfe have won this year's prestigious Donner Prize for their book Seized By Uncertainty: The Markets, Media and Special Interests that Shaped Canada’s Response to COVID-19, published by McGill-Queen’s University Press. Book cover and author photographs courtesy of McGill-Queen's University Press
Also, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami celebrates country food and culture, Freedom Convoy-inspired play is coming to the NAC, and Métis artist’s work gets national audience.
Also, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami celebrates country food and culture, Freedom Convoy-inspired play is coming to the NAC, and Métis artist’s work gets national audience.
Authors Kevin Quigley, Kaitlynne Lowe, Sarah Moore and Brianna Wolfe have won this year's prestigious Donner Prize for their book Seized By Uncertainty: The Markets, Media and Special Interests that Shaped Canada’s Response to COVID-19, published by McGill-Queen’s University Press. Book cover and author photographs courtesy of McGill-Queen's University Press
Even though accepting the jet is clearly unconstitutional, as Representative Jamie Raskin and Senator Richard Blumenthal have pointed out, Donald Trump got the gift legally
U.S. Donald Trump accepted a $400-million jumbo jet from the royal family of Qatar last week, even though he insists it was a gift to the Pentagon. What people don’t know, and probably never will, is what the other half of the exchange might have been, writes Michael Harris. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
Even though accepting the jet is clearly unconstitutional, as Representative Jamie Raskin and Senator Richard Blumenthal have pointed out, Donald Trump got the gift legally
Even though accepting the jet is clearly unconstitutional, as Representative Jamie Raskin and Senator Richard Blumenthal have pointed out, Donald Trump got the gift legally
U.S. Donald Trump accepted a $400-million jumbo jet from the royal family of Qatar last week, even though he insists it was a gift to the Pentagon. What people don’t know, and probably never will, is what the other half of the exchange might have been, writes Michael Harris. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
Maybe, if this summer’s wildfires and other disruptions become bad enough, they will refocus public attention on climate and Mark Carney’s new government will
It took Alberta Premier Danielle Smith a nano-second (after her 'positive' first conversation with the new prime minister), to trash some of his new cabinet choices, writes Susan Riley. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Maybe, if this summer’s wildfires and other disruptions become bad enough, they will refocus public attention on climate and Mark Carney’s new government will
Maybe, if this summer’s wildfires and other disruptions become bad enough, they will refocus public attention on climate and Mark Carney’s new government will
It took Alberta Premier Danielle Smith a nano-second (after her 'positive' first conversation with the new prime minister), to trash some of his new cabinet choices, writes Susan Riley. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said there will be a fall economic statement, but no federal budget before the summer, which is being slammed by the opposition parties. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
It’s unlikely that Carney and his new cabinet will have much time for summer holidays if they are to deliver a more resilient and
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said there will be a fall economic statement, but no federal budget before the summer, which is being slammed by the opposition parties. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In his press conference following the appointment of the new cabinet on May 13, Pierre Poilievre said a few nice words in the beginning, but then he could not refrain from individually attacking almost everything about the construction of the new cabinet, writes Sheila Copps. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
The country is in a tariff war with Trump and we need all hands deck to save Canadian jobs and industries. If he insists on continuing
In his press conference following the appointment of the new cabinet on May 13, Pierre Poilievre said a few nice words in the beginning, but then he could not refrain from individually attacking almost everything about the construction of the new cabinet, writes Sheila Copps. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
Author Bryce C. Tingle on why he wrote this book: 'Business corporations are among the most important and powerful institutions in our society, but most Canadians don’t actually know how they are governed and who gets a say in what they do.' Book cover and author photograph courtesy of Cambridge University Press
The following is an excerpt from Hard Lessons in Corporate Governance, by Bryce C. Tingle, shortlisted for this year's Donner Prize, one of the
Author Bryce C. Tingle on why he wrote this book: 'Business corporations are among the most important and powerful institutions in our society, but most Canadians don’t actually know how they are governed and who gets a say in what they do.' Book cover and author photograph courtesy of Cambridge University Press
TUESDAY, MAY 20 Webinar: ‘Elections in Troubled Times’—McGill University hosts a webinar, “Elections in Troubled Times: The 2025 Canadian Election in Historical Perspective Webinar,”
Globe and Mail columnist Andrew Coyne will launch his new book, The Crisis of Canadian Democracy, published by Sutherland Books, on Wednesday, May 21, at the Métropolitain Brasserie in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
TUESDAY, MAY 20 Webinar: ‘Elections in Troubled Times’—McGill University hosts a webinar, “Elections in Troubled Times: The 2025 Canadian Election in Historical Perspective Webinar,”
TUESDAY, MAY 20 Webinar: ‘Elections in Troubled Times’—McGill University hosts a webinar, “Elections in Troubled Times: The 2025 Canadian Election in Historical Perspective Webinar,”
Globe and Mail columnist Andrew Coyne will launch his new book, The Crisis of Canadian Democracy, published by Sutherland Books, on Wednesday, May 21, at the Métropolitain Brasserie in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
U.S. President Donald Trump, centre, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok
Trump's disruption shone a light on fundamental changes that are needed in order for Canada to survive and thrive in this new global trade
U.S. President Donald Trump, centre, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok
Global Affairs and House of Commons security recommended against the Foreign Affairs Committee travelling to Ukraine as part of its current trip to Europe.
Liberal MP Ali Ehsassi, who chairs the House of Commons Committee on Foreign Affairs, brought a request to travel to Ukraine to the Liaison Committee, but the proposal was rejected. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Global Affairs and House of Commons security recommended against the Foreign Affairs Committee travelling to Ukraine as part of its current trip to Europe.
Global Affairs and House of Commons security recommended against the Foreign Affairs Committee travelling to Ukraine as part of its current trip to Europe.
Liberal MP Ali Ehsassi, who chairs the House of Commons Committee on Foreign Affairs, brought a request to travel to Ukraine to the Liaison Committee, but the proposal was rejected. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
There has been little progress nearly a year after International Trade Minister Mary Ng announced Canada and India were restarting trade talks. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Negotiations for many chapters of an Early Progress Trade Agreement remain far apart, with no timeline for when the deal can be put to
There has been little progress nearly a year after International Trade Minister Mary Ng announced Canada and India were restarting trade talks. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The federal government will soon be looking for a successor to RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, who retires on March 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki raised a few eyebrows when she announced her imminent retirement on Feb. 15. In a note to staff, she wrote
The federal government will soon be looking for a successor to RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki, who retires on March 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
NATO’s objective in helping Ukraine should be to see the country entirely freed from Russian rule simply because that is what international law requires.
French President Emmanuel Macron, left, is seen as ‘soft’ on Russia by many observers because of his frequent contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but the goal of permanently crippling Russia is neither legitimate nor wise, writes Gwynne Dyer. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade and photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
NATO’s objective in helping Ukraine should be to see the country entirely freed from Russian rule simply because that is what international law requires.
NATO’s objective in helping Ukraine should be to see the country entirely freed from Russian rule simply because that is what international law requires.
French President Emmanuel Macron, left, is seen as ‘soft’ on Russia by many observers because of his frequent contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but the goal of permanently crippling Russia is neither legitimate nor wise, writes Gwynne Dyer. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade and photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan attends the Black History Month event at the National Arts Centre on Feb. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
We are in February 2023 and millions around the world continue to grapple with misery, ill health, climate change, war, inflation, and disaster. The
International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan attends the Black History Month event at the National Arts Centre on Feb. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
While the judiciary has grasped the reality of the situation, legislators and policymakers continue to hear self-serving narratives of problems that do not exist.
Fair dealing is not perfect, but it has proven durable, withstanding significant headwinds and scrutiny, emerging stronger, clearer, and as important as ever, writes Stephen Spong. Photograph courtesy of Pexels
While the judiciary has grasped the reality of the situation, legislators and policymakers continue to hear self-serving narratives of problems that do not exist.
While the judiciary has grasped the reality of the situation, legislators and policymakers continue to hear self-serving narratives of problems that do not exist.
Fair dealing is not perfect, but it has proven durable, withstanding significant headwinds and scrutiny, emerging stronger, clearer, and as important as ever, writes Stephen Spong. Photograph courtesy of Pexels
TUESDAY, FEB. 21—THURSDAY, FEB. 23 International Conference on the Arctic—Join Arctic360 for its annual event, themed “Accelerating Cooperation, Innovation, and Opportunity,” bringing together northern
A rally in support of Ukraine takes place in front of the Russian Embassy in Ottawa on Feb. 27, 2022. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress is hosting events in Ottawa on Feb. 24 to mark the one-year anniversary of the invasion. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
TUESDAY, FEB. 21—THURSDAY, FEB. 23 International Conference on the Arctic—Join Arctic360 for its annual event, themed “Accelerating Cooperation, Innovation, and Opportunity,” bringing together northern
TUESDAY, FEB. 21—THURSDAY, FEB. 23 International Conference on the Arctic—Join Arctic360 for its annual event, themed “Accelerating Cooperation, Innovation, and Opportunity,” bringing together northern
A rally in support of Ukraine takes place in front of the Russian Embassy in Ottawa on Feb. 27, 2022. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress is hosting events in Ottawa on Feb. 24 to mark the one-year anniversary of the invasion. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Liberal MP Marcus Powlowski, left, NDP MP Carol Hughes, and Liberal MPs Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, and Salma Zahid. From north to south, MPs' reactions to the final proposed new riding boundaries for Ontario are mixed, speaking to the tough job commissioners have in rejigging the map. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Cynthia Münster
‘It seems like they just took a problem in Scarborough and moved it into North York,’ says Liberal MP Micheal Coteau, whose riding is
Liberal MP Marcus Powlowski, left, NDP MP Carol Hughes, and Liberal MPs Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, and Salma Zahid. From north to south, MPs' reactions to the final proposed new riding boundaries for Ontario are mixed, speaking to the tough job commissioners have in rejigging the map. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Cynthia Münster
Finance Canada officials told the Public Order Emergency Commission they were highly concerned the Freedom Convoy blockade of the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ont.,
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland told the commission during her November 2022 testimony: 'I really do believe our security as a country is built on our economic security, and if our economic security is threatened all of our security is threatened.'
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Canada officials told the Public Order Emergency Commission they were highly concerned the Freedom Convoy blockade of the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ont.,
Finance Canada officials told the Public Order Emergency Commission they were highly concerned the Freedom Convoy blockade of the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor, Ont.,
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland told the commission during her November 2022 testimony: 'I really do believe our security as a country is built on our economic security, and if our economic security is threatened all of our security is threatened.'
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray gets a new director of parliamentary affairs after making a big announcement about salmon farms on the B.C. coast.
Committee chair Bardish Chagger, seen here in 2018, has called a meeting of the House Affairs Committee following new reports of Chinese government interference in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray gets a new director of parliamentary affairs after making a big announcement about salmon farms on the B.C. coast.
Plus, Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray gets a new director of parliamentary affairs after making a big announcement about salmon farms on the B.C. coast.
Committee chair Bardish Chagger, seen here in 2018, has called a meeting of the House Affairs Committee following new reports of Chinese government interference in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland delivers last year's budget on April 7, 2022. By not maintaining simplified rules adopted in COVID for Canada's employment insurance program, the federal government has unwittingly helped to create the mess we are in now, writes Pierre Laliberté.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Canada's employment insurance program is far too complicated for claimants and employers, and far too complex to administer.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland delivers last year's budget on April 7, 2022. By not maintaining simplified rules adopted in COVID for Canada's employment insurance program, the federal government has unwittingly helped to create the mess we are in now, writes Pierre Laliberté.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
HMCS Glace Bay sails through the Maniitsoq Fjord during Operation Nanook on Aug. 14, 2020. The federal government announced on Feb. 16 that HMCS Glace Bay and HMCS Moncton will be deployed to patrol off the coast of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. DND photograph courtesy of Corporal David Veldman
Given that the crisis in Haiti is violent anarchy on the streets, dispatching two tiny Navy patrol vessels to sit off the coast of
HMCS Glace Bay sails through the Maniitsoq Fjord during Operation Nanook on Aug. 14, 2020. The federal government announced on Feb. 16 that HMCS Glace Bay and HMCS Moncton will be deployed to patrol off the coast of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. DND photograph courtesy of Corporal David Veldman
Anyone can be a victim of human trafficking, but migrant workers are at higher risk due to precarious immigration status, isolation, and language barriers, writes Julia Drydyk. Unsplash photograph by Tim Mossholder
While Canadians may think migrant workers are treated fairly, an increasing number—particularly those who grow and harvest our food—are not.
Anyone can be a victim of human trafficking, but migrant workers are at higher risk due to precarious immigration status, isolation, and language barriers, writes Julia Drydyk. Unsplash photograph by Tim Mossholder
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters before a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on Oct. 26, 2022. Without quantum-safe cryptography in place, data such as confidential government and business information could be at risk, writes Frank Attaie. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The encryption schemes we use today to safeguard sensitive data could be made obsolete in a world where future quantum computers reach their full
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters before a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on Oct. 26, 2022. Without quantum-safe cryptography in place, data such as confidential government and business information could be at risk, writes Frank Attaie. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
B.C. NDP MP Richard Cannings is among those who have criticized how the redistribution process is organized, following major changes to his riding put forward in the final proposal. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
‘They have created a completely different new riding on both west and east sides, and now there’s no public input process,’ says NDP MP
B.C. NDP MP Richard Cannings is among those who have criticized how the redistribution process is organized, following major changes to his riding put forward in the final proposal. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In a highly unusual move, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured at a Government of Canada Black History Month event in Ottawa on Feb. 8, 2023, called out Immigration Canada officials on Feb. 10, urging them to soften their approach on processing visitor-visa applications. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
MPs’ offices should not be extensions of the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada department, says Liberal MP Julie Dzerowicz.
In a highly unusual move, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured at a Government of Canada Black History Month event in Ottawa on Feb. 8, 2023, called out Immigration Canada officials on Feb. 10, urging them to soften their approach on processing visitor-visa applications. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
