Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin is meeting with her provincial and territorial counterparts in Yellowknife today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, digging into Finance Canada’s plan for 2025-26.
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin is meeting with her provincial and territorial counterparts in Yellowknife today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Under Minister Joël Lightbound, Public Services and Procurement Canada plans to spend more than $17.5-billion over the next three years, according to its new departmental plan. The Hill Times Photograph by Andrew Meade
With billions on the line and a track record of failed targets, how PSPC plans to deliver on its goals is unclear from its
Under Minister Joël Lightbound, Public Services and Procurement Canada plans to spend more than $17.5-billion over the next three years, according to its new departmental plan. The Hill Times Photograph by Andrew Meade
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, signed the introduction to the Privy Council Office's recently-published plan, which incoming Privy Council Clerk Michael Sabia will be expected to execute. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, signed the introduction to the Privy Council Office's recently-published plan, which incoming Privy Council Clerk Michael Sabia will be expected to execute. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Canadian Heritage estimated that 58,000 people came through LeBreton Flats on Canada Day, and 8,000 visited LeBreton Flats for the noon show. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Canadian Heritage estimated that 58,000 people came through LeBreton Flats on Canada Day, and 8,000 visited LeBreton Flats for the noon show. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon. Achieving Canada’s ambitious goals for AI will take more than simply building on the world-leading advances in AI technology that this country helped produce, writes Gillian Hadfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to build the economy of the future by using AI to unlock productivity and Canadian competitiveness. Many think
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon. Achieving Canada’s ambitious goals for AI will take more than simply building on the world-leading advances in AI technology that this country helped produce, writes Gillian Hadfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Then-prime minister Justin Trudeau, left, welcomes President of Ecuador Daniel Noboa Azin to Parliament Hill on March 5, 2024. Noboa, now in his second term, is focused on transformation, writes Ambassador Esteban Crespo Polo. This includes a focus on making Ecuador more globally connected and strengthening institutions. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Challenges remain, but Ecuador has crossed a threshold. It no longer tolerates excuses. It is no longer waiting for rescue. It is rebuilding from
Then-prime minister Justin Trudeau, left, welcomes President of Ecuador Daniel Noboa Azin to Parliament Hill on March 5, 2024. Noboa, now in his second term, is focused on transformation, writes Ambassador Esteban Crespo Polo. This includes a focus on making Ecuador more globally connected and strengthening institutions. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Room 200 in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, pictured in 2022, will once again host press conferences as renovations take place in the national press theatre's current home in the Wellington Building. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Also, Prime Minister Carney calls a byelection in Alberta for Aug. 18, a Quebec court will hear the Terrebonne vote results case this fall,
Room 200 in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, pictured in 2022, will once again host press conferences as renovations take place in the national press theatre's current home in the Wellington Building. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney. We are fortunate in Canada to have a prime minister who is uniquely equipped to confront the ominous polycrisis we face today, writes Joseph Ingram. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The new global development paradigm will need to be eco- rather than ego-centric.
Prime Minister Mark Carney. We are fortunate in Canada to have a prime minister who is uniquely equipped to confront the ominous polycrisis we face today, writes Joseph Ingram. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre, attends a Pride flag raising ceremony on Parliament Hill on June 10. We must double down on levelling the playing field so all can have the opportunity to rise into powerful positions, writes Jennifer St. Germain. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
All governments—municipal, provincial, federal, and Indigenous—should take stock and ask: who is at the table?
Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre, attends a Pride flag raising ceremony on Parliament Hill on June 10. We must double down on levelling the playing field so all can have the opportunity to rise into powerful positions, writes Jennifer St. Germain. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The initial price tag for the national dental care program may well have understated taxpayer costs, and to make matters worse, there are also significant administrative costs, writes Matthew Lau. Photograph courtesy of Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko
When first announced two years ago, the estimated price tag was $13-billion over five years, and then $4.4-billion ongoing.
The initial price tag for the national dental care program may well have understated taxpayer costs, and to make matters worse, there are also significant administrative costs, writes Matthew Lau. Photograph courtesy of Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko
In a country of many competing interests and multiple governments, getting them all to co-ordinate their activities to achieve the ambitious goals outlined at
Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre. Canada's ambitious goals will require major initiatives by all levels of government, and by the private sector, as well as co-ordination between sectors if they are to be achieved efficiently and in a timely manner, writes Michael Hatfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In a country of many competing interests and multiple governments, getting them all to co-ordinate their activities to achieve the ambitious goals outlined at
In a country of many competing interests and multiple governments, getting them all to co-ordinate their activities to achieve the ambitious goals outlined at
Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre. Canada's ambitious goals will require major initiatives by all levels of government, and by the private sector, as well as co-ordination between sectors if they are to be achieved efficiently and in a timely manner, writes Michael Hatfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney campaigned on promises to reduce the government's operating budget, but amid increases in defence spending, cuts could hit the public service deeply, according to a report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The pressure is on for the prime minister present a fall budget that delivers on campaign promises while meeting the commitment of balancing the
Prime Minister Mark Carney campaigned on promises to reduce the government's operating budget, but amid increases in defence spending, cuts could hit the public service deeply, according to a report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
U.S. President Donald Trump, left, greets Prime Minister Mark Carney outside of the White House in Washington, D.C., on May 6, 2025. Trump may be choosing to first threaten Canada over its digital services tax in order to scare European countries with the same plan, writes Errol P. Mendes. Official White House photograph courtesy of Gabriel B. Kotico
Canada should continue working with European partners and others, who are also likely to face similar threats on the digital tax from the U.S.
U.S. President Donald Trump, left, greets Prime Minister Mark Carney outside of the White House in Washington, D.C., on May 6, 2025. Trump may be choosing to first threaten Canada over its digital services tax in order to scare European countries with the same plan, writes Errol P. Mendes. Official White House photograph courtesy of Gabriel B. Kotico
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, with U.S. President Donald Trump at the recent G7 Summit in Alberta. Carney has indicated that defence infrastructure investment could include things like the development of Canada's critical minerals, notes Scott Taylor. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Canada
An investment in tungsten production could benefit all of our NATO allies, allowing them to source Canadian rather than Chinese tungsten.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, with U.S. President Donald Trump at the recent G7 Summit in Alberta. Carney has indicated that defence infrastructure investment could include things like the development of Canada's critical minerals, notes Scott Taylor. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured on June 20, 2025, in the Commons foyer after Bill C-5 passed in the House. Carney is flanked by Liberal MPs, and Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, left, Crown- Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson, and Internal Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bill C-5's two major components seek to address internal trade barriers, and to fast-track national interest projects.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured on June 20, 2025, in the Commons foyer after Bill C-5 passed in the House. Carney is flanked by Liberal MPs, and Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty, left, Crown- Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson, and Internal Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney holds his first post-election press conference in the National Press Theatre on May 2, 2025. Carney appears to have a capacity for risk, and is expected to demand the same of the public service, writes Rose LeMay. This will have to include proper consequences for bureaucrats who make bad decisions. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The federal government needs to stop hiring generalist policy writers and start hiring experts in their field, and then hire managers and leaders with
Prime Minister Mark Carney holds his first post-election press conference in the National Press Theatre on May 2, 2025. Carney appears to have a capacity for risk, and is expected to demand the same of the public service, writes Rose LeMay. This will have to include proper consequences for bureaucrats who make bad decisions. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If tolerance of others sets Canadians apart from Americans like U.S. President Donald Trump, this country’s national priorities also have a story to tell, writes Michael Harris. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Just because Canada is a kinder and gentler place than the U.S., and just because we mediate our differences with civil words not civil
If tolerance of others sets Canadians apart from Americans like U.S. President Donald Trump, this country’s national priorities also have a story to tell, writes Michael Harris. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Michael Sabia, who starts his new job as Clerk of the Privy Council Office on July 7, is an agent of change in his own right. Both his private sector leadership experience, and his time as the deputy minister of finance during the COVID-19 pandemic, have given him a wealth of experience as an outside-the-box thinker who gets things done. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Michael Sabia will be the next Clerk of the Privy Council, effective July 7. Sabia will join Carney
Michael Sabia, who starts his new job as Clerk of the Privy Council Office on July 7, is an agent of change in his own right. Both his private sector leadership experience, and his time as the deputy minister of finance during the COVID-19 pandemic, have given him a wealth of experience as an outside-the-box thinker who gets things done. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney is still doing well in public opinion polls, despite some of his controversial and contentious moves, so far, Susan Riley writes. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The message seems to be 'trust me'—and so far, most Canadians are inclined to. Besides, a honeymoon is not the time for awkward questions.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is still doing well in public opinion polls, despite some of his controversial and contentious moves, so far, Susan Riley writes. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, JUNE 30 Senator Gold’s Retirement—Today is non-affiliated Quebec Senator Marc Gold’s 75th birthday, which means his mandatory retirement from the Senate. TUESDAY, JULY 1
People pictured on July 1, 2023, at the Canada Day festivities at LeBreton Flats in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
MONDAY, JUNE 30 Senator Gold’s Retirement—Today is non-affiliated Quebec Senator Marc Gold’s 75th birthday, which means his mandatory retirement from the Senate. TUESDAY, JULY 1
MONDAY, JUNE 30 Senator Gold’s Retirement—Today is non-affiliated Quebec Senator Marc Gold’s 75th birthday, which means his mandatory retirement from the Senate. TUESDAY, JULY 1
People pictured on July 1, 2023, at the Canada Day festivities at LeBreton Flats in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Finance Canada is about to make energy even less affordable. Here’s how the proposed amendments to the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL)
Finance Canada is about to make energy even less affordable. Here’s how the proposed amendments to the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL)
Finance Canada is about to make energy even less affordable. Here’s how the proposed amendments to the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL)
MONDAY, SEPT. 25 The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector—The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts “The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector”, part of its Executive
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault will speak about 'Finding a Common Path Forward on Climate Policy in the Age of Misinformation' at the Canadian Club of Ottawa on Sept. 27. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, SEPT. 25 The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector—The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts “The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector”, part of its Executive
MONDAY, SEPT. 25 The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector—The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts “The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector”, part of its Executive
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault will speak about 'Finding a Common Path Forward on Climate Policy in the Age of Misinformation' at the Canadian Club of Ottawa on Sept. 27. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
New deputy minister of finance Chris Forbes, left, and his predecessor Michael Sabia. Forbes was appointed to the role earlier this month. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Former finance minister John Manley says 'Finance has its own unique culture' and that it's helpful for incoming DM Chris Forbes to have some
New deputy minister of finance Chris Forbes, left, and his predecessor Michael Sabia. Forbes was appointed to the role earlier this month. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
In a Sept. 16 photograph, the B.C. Wildfire Service shows how 'hot, dry and windy conditions have increased fire activity on the Bush Creek East wildfire,' located northeast of Chase, B.C. Photograph courtesy of B.C. Wildfire Service
More than 17 million hectares of forest have burned in Canada over this year's fire season as the climate debate in Parliament focuses on
In a Sept. 16 photograph, the B.C. Wildfire Service shows how 'hot, dry and windy conditions have increased fire activity on the Bush Creek East wildfire,' located northeast of Chase, B.C. Photograph courtesy of B.C. Wildfire Service
Plus, Sen. Colin Deacon named one of two inaugural recipients of the Forest Products Association of Canada’s Jim Carr Forest Community Champion Award, Sen.
Sandstone Group has hired Wendy Cumming, left, Anthony Furey, Joan Bryden, and Neil Macdonald for its new crisis communications division.
Photographs courtesy of Sandstone Group
Plus, Sen. Colin Deacon named one of two inaugural recipients of the Forest Products Association of Canada’s Jim Carr Forest Community Champion Award, Sen.
Plus, Sen. Colin Deacon named one of two inaugural recipients of the Forest Products Association of Canada’s Jim Carr Forest Community Champion Award, Sen.
Sandstone Group has hired Wendy Cumming, left, Anthony Furey, Joan Bryden, and Neil Macdonald for its new crisis communications division.
Photographs courtesy of Sandstone Group
More than six million Canadians are without regular access to a primary care provider, according to Dr. Kathleen Ross, president of the Canadian Medical
Health Minister Mark Holland said 'there’s great room and space for optimism,' in the health care system, during an appearance at the Canadian Medical Association Health Summit in Ottawa on Aug. 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
More than six million Canadians are without regular access to a primary care provider, according to Dr. Kathleen Ross, president of the Canadian Medical
More than six million Canadians are without regular access to a primary care provider, according to Dr. Kathleen Ross, president of the Canadian Medical
Health Minister Mark Holland said 'there’s great room and space for optimism,' in the health care system, during an appearance at the Canadian Medical Association Health Summit in Ottawa on Aug. 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Hill Climbers dives into the offices of Citizens' Services Minister Terry Beech, left, and Health Minister Mark Holland, who has 18 staff on board. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Ryan Cotter is chief of staff to Citizens’ Services Minister Terry Beech, while Cyndi Jenkins is in charge in Health Minister Mark Holland’s office.
Hill Climbers dives into the offices of Citizens' Services Minister Terry Beech, left, and Health Minister Mark Holland, who has 18 staff on board. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
The Justin Trudeau Liberals should use this breathing room to address affordability issues affecting people's daily lives, say pollsters. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If more details on the murder allegation are not released soon, the public’s focus will revert to affordability and housing issues, says Frank Graves,
The Justin Trudeau Liberals should use this breathing room to address affordability issues affecting people's daily lives, say pollsters. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With most Canadians looking forward to the end of this year’s wildfire season—the worst on record—the Elephant Mountain Literary Festival in Nelson, B.C., will
With most Canadians looking forward to the end of this year’s wildfire season—the worst on record—the Elephant Mountain Literary Festival in Nelson, B.C., will
With most Canadians looking forward to the end of this year’s wildfire season—the worst on record—the Elephant Mountain Literary Festival in Nelson, B.C., will
President of Ukraine Volodomyr Zelenskyy speaks at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the Sir John A. Macdonald building in Ottawa on Sept. 22, 2023. Canada made a multi-year commitment to provide steady support to Ukraine, and the two signed a modernized trade deal. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
President of Ukraine Volodomyr Zelenskyy speaks at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the Sir John A. Macdonald building in Ottawa on Sept. 22, 2023. Canada made a multi-year commitment to provide steady support to Ukraine, and the two signed a modernized trade deal. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Conservative base is happy with leader Pierre Poilievre, right, and the Liberal base is 'still there' despite rising time-for-a-change numbers facing the government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, meaning the new centrist party Canadian Future will struggle to find political traction, says pollster Greg Lyle. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade
‘We're talking about a centre that is the point of the arrow,’ not ‘taking a sprinkle of Tory policies and a dash of Liberal
The Conservative base is happy with leader Pierre Poilievre, right, and the Liberal base is 'still there' despite rising time-for-a-change numbers facing the government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, meaning the new centrist party Canadian Future will struggle to find political traction, says pollster Greg Lyle. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade
Plus, catching up with early-moving bills in the fall session.
The House of Commons Chamber in West Block. Ukraine's president is expected to deliver a speech to Parliamentarians in the House today The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, catching up with early-moving bills in the fall session.
The House of Commons Chamber in West Block. Ukraine's president is expected to deliver a speech to Parliamentarians in the House today The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Pierre Poilievre’s hard-nosed approach to cities was not lost on city councillors, housing experts, and transit agency representatives who met in Ottawa this week.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's new housing bill includes significant financial penalties for cities that miss his housing targets. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Pierre Poilievre’s hard-nosed approach to cities was not lost on city councillors, housing experts, and transit agency representatives who met in Ottawa this week.
Pierre Poilievre’s hard-nosed approach to cities was not lost on city councillors, housing experts, and transit agency representatives who met in Ottawa this week.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's new housing bill includes significant financial penalties for cities that miss his housing targets. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Week one of the Parliamentary social calendar welcomed MPs, Senators, staffers, lobbyists, and the media back with two receptions at the Métropolitain Brasserie: iPolitics
iPolitics' editor-in-chief Marco Vigliotti, left, Jason Kerr, Canadian Automobile Association, and Pascal Chan, Canadian Chamber of Commerce, at iPolitics and Earnscliffe Strategies' annual 'Housewarming' reception at the Métropolitain Brasserie on Sept. 19. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
Week one of the Parliamentary social calendar welcomed MPs, Senators, staffers, lobbyists, and the media back with two receptions at the Métropolitain Brasserie: iPolitics
Week one of the Parliamentary social calendar welcomed MPs, Senators, staffers, lobbyists, and the media back with two receptions at the Métropolitain Brasserie: iPolitics
iPolitics' editor-in-chief Marco Vigliotti, left, Jason Kerr, Canadian Automobile Association, and Pascal Chan, Canadian Chamber of Commerce, at iPolitics and Earnscliffe Strategies' annual 'Housewarming' reception at the Métropolitain Brasserie on Sept. 19. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
The International Space Station, which includes the Canadarm2 robotic arm, pictured, is the largest satellite in low Earth orbit. Satellites play a critical part in national security, especially in the Arctic, making them a target for electric or physical attacks, writes Jessica West. Photograph courtesy of NASA Johnson/Flickr
A satellite is just a satellite until it is used to do harm. Meanwhile, threats to satellites themselves continue to proliferate.
The International Space Station, which includes the Canadarm2 robotic arm, pictured, is the largest satellite in low Earth orbit. Satellites play a critical part in national security, especially in the Arctic, making them a target for electric or physical attacks, writes Jessica West. Photograph courtesy of NASA Johnson/Flickr
Conservative environment critic Gérard Deltell. During the last two federal elections, the party had the most comprehensive plans to protect Canada's environment, writes Robert Sopuck. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The usual suspects are always asking where the right's climate plan is, and seem to think a carbon tax is the only answer to
Conservative environment critic Gérard Deltell. During the last two federal elections, the party had the most comprehensive plans to protect Canada's environment, writes Robert Sopuck. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The prime minister's residence at 24 Sussex Drive should be preserved along with its associated history, writes Tom MacGregor. The Hill Times photograph by Kevin Philipupillai
Whether or not the building remains the prime minister's residence, it should be preserved as a national treasure.
The prime minister's residence at 24 Sussex Drive should be preserved along with its associated history, writes Tom MacGregor. The Hill Times photograph by Kevin Philipupillai
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland must ensure a strong and resilient community services sector continues in this country as she prepares the 2024 budget, writes United Way Centraide Canada CEO Dan Clement. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
After three years of prolonged crisis even the helpers are burnt out.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland must ensure a strong and resilient community services sector continues in this country as she prepares the 2024 budget, writes United Way Centraide Canada CEO Dan Clement. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
A rental apartment in Ottawa. As Canada's federal political leaders pledge action on the housing shortage, an industry group is taking to the Hill to recommend courses of action. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
A rental apartment in Ottawa. As Canada's federal political leaders pledge action on the housing shortage, an industry group is taking to the Hill to recommend courses of action. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
