Conservative MP Rachael Thomas arrives May 1 for QP, where she challenged House Speaker Greg Fergus for kicking her out of the Chamber the day before. Thomas withdrew her use of the word ‘disgraceful’ to describe the Speaker, but still got the boot, as did Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, later that day, after calling the PM a ‘wacko.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Conservative MP Rachael Thomas arrives May 1 for QP, where she challenged House Speaker Greg Fergus for kicking her out of the Chamber the day before. Thomas withdrew her use of the word ‘disgraceful’ to describe the Speaker, but still got the boot, as did Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, later that day, after calling the PM a ‘wacko.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
CMPA President and CEO Reynolds Mastin, left, and Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge, right, pose with Paw Patrol's Officer Chase at the Canadian Media Producers Hill Day reception at the Château Laurier on April 30. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
The Canadian Media Producers Association hosted its post-lobby day reception at the Château Laurier on April 30. It was fun.
CMPA President and CEO Reynolds Mastin, left, and Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge, right, pose with Paw Patrol's Officer Chase at the Canadian Media Producers Hill Day reception at the Château Laurier on April 30. The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson
The $500-million promised to youth mental health is a pledge of solidarity with community organizations dedicated to tirelessly providing services and support.
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Ya’ara Saks speaks with reporters April 30. Budget 2024 is a launching point for the federal government to work with the mental health community and take concrete action, writes Dave Gallson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The $500-million promised to youth mental health is a pledge of solidarity with community organizations dedicated to tirelessly providing services and support.
The $500-million promised to youth mental health is a pledge of solidarity with community organizations dedicated to tirelessly providing services and support.
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Ya’ara Saks speaks with reporters April 30. Budget 2024 is a launching point for the federal government to work with the mental health community and take concrete action, writes Dave Gallson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Anand’s office mum on return-to-office increase.
MPs will wrap up their debate on Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's annual budget, and hold a vote on it this evening. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Anand’s office mum on return-to-office increase.
MPs will wrap up their debate on Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's annual budget, and hold a vote on it this evening. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Current Senate rules favour the government and opposition despite the majority of Senators—more than 80 per cent of the 96 Senators—not being associated with either group. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Senate is an antiquated institution that remains—at its core—a place where an unelected group of Canadians (who must be property owners) can have
Current Senate rules favour the government and opposition despite the majority of Senators—more than 80 per cent of the 96 Senators—not being associated with either group. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
A student encampment at McGill University, joining others across the continent. The next generation of power concentration is using its privilege to fight for the lives of people being slaughtered halfway across the globe, writes Erica Ifill. Screenshot courtesy of CTV News
Student encampments protesting the genocide in Gaza will surely pack a political punch that will rankle the sensitivities of the Laurentian elites.
A student encampment at McGill University, joining others across the continent. The next generation of power concentration is using its privilege to fight for the lives of people being slaughtered halfway across the globe, writes Erica Ifill. Screenshot courtesy of CTV News
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and the rest of the Liberals may now be reassessing their shameless profligacy and wondering why there is no payback for their ‘generosity,’ writes Andrew Caddell. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Canadians are tired of enormous deficits, they don’t like being bribed with their own money, and there is fatigue with the PM as the
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and the rest of the Liberals may now be reassessing their shameless profligacy and wondering why there is no payback for their ‘generosity,’ writes Andrew Caddell. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said she fully respects ‘the independence of the Bank of Canada as it delivers on its mandate to return inflation to target,' back in September 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The current monetary policy framework agreement between the federal government and the Bank of Canada, which lays out the mandate of the central bank,
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said she fully respects ‘the independence of the Bank of Canada as it delivers on its mandate to return inflation to target,' back in September 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Last October, Independent Senator Ratna Omidvar tabled Bill S-278, which brings the mechanism of confiscation into accordance with international law as outlined by the World Refugee and Migration Council. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bill S-278 would enable Canada to act decisively against state assets involved in grave breaches of international peace and security.
Last October, Independent Senator Ratna Omidvar tabled Bill S-278, which brings the mechanism of confiscation into accordance with international law as outlined by the World Refugee and Migration Council. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The following is an excerpt from Who Owns Outer Space? International Law, Astrophysics, and the Sustainable Development of Space, one of five finalists for
Who Owns Outer Space? draws attention to the many risks that are linked to the deployment of very large numbers of new satellites, and the growing rivalries among leading spacefaring nations and corporations, writes the Donner Prize Foundation. Image courtesy of Cambridge University Press
The following is an excerpt from Who Owns Outer Space? International Law, Astrophysics, and the Sustainable Development of Space, one of five finalists for
The following is an excerpt from Who Owns Outer Space? International Law, Astrophysics, and the Sustainable Development of Space, one of five finalists for
Who Owns Outer Space? draws attention to the many risks that are linked to the deployment of very large numbers of new satellites, and the growing rivalries among leading spacefaring nations and corporations, writes the Donner Prize Foundation. Image courtesy of Cambridge University Press
The consumer-driven banking framework in Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s 2024 budget presents an important advancement in financial services, writes Steven Boms. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The government will finally advance Canada towards consumer-driven finance when it tables legislation signalled in April’s budget.
The consumer-driven banking framework in Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s 2024 budget presents an important advancement in financial services, writes Steven Boms. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Central banks, particularly those with a stated goal of price stability, must act decisively and swiftly in response to inflation to preserve their credibility.
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem. The BoC's lack of foresight in tackling rising inflation early meant that when it decided to put the brakes on inflation, it had to do so more aggressively, leading to higher interest rates, writes Carlos Yépez. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Central banks, particularly those with a stated goal of price stability, must act decisively and swiftly in response to inflation to preserve their credibility.
Central banks, particularly those with a stated goal of price stability, must act decisively and swiftly in response to inflation to preserve their credibility.
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem. The BoC's lack of foresight in tackling rising inflation early meant that when it decided to put the brakes on inflation, it had to do so more aggressively, leading to higher interest rates, writes Carlos Yépez. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Then-finance minister Bill Morneau, left, and then-Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz arrive at a press conference in Ottawa on March 27, 2020. The symbolism of the central bank governor and federal finance minister appearing together may have inadvertently politicized the Bank of Canada, write Michael Burt and Pedro Antunes. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Politicians have many competing priorities, and may not always place a high enough importance on low and stable inflation.
Then-finance minister Bill Morneau, left, and then-Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz arrive at a press conference in Ottawa on March 27, 2020. The symbolism of the central bank governor and federal finance minister appearing together may have inadvertently politicized the Bank of Canada, write Michael Burt and Pedro Antunes. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's criticisms of the Bank of Canada are reckless, even more so for being ill-informed, writes Stephen Williamson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The general consensus among economists is that central bank independence is necessary for good inflation control.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's criticisms of the Bank of Canada are reckless, even more so for being ill-informed, writes Stephen Williamson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Like with traditional media, there’s no guarantee about the kinds of coverage when courting earned media from influencers, and there will be some ‘growing
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland appear for photographs with a group of cabinet ministers before the tabling of Budget 2024 on April 16. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Like with traditional media, there’s no guarantee about the kinds of coverage when courting earned media from influencers, and there will be some ‘growing
Like with traditional media, there’s no guarantee about the kinds of coverage when courting earned media from influencers, and there will be some ‘growing
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland appear for photographs with a group of cabinet ministers before the tabling of Budget 2024 on April 16. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The federal government coughed up a total of $117-million in contracts to consulting firm McKinsey and Company between 2011 and 2023, according to Office of the Procurement Ombud, headed by Alexander Jeglic. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
'If we were to see something that would give rise to a suspicion of criminality, we would refer that to the RCMP,' says Procurement
The federal government coughed up a total of $117-million in contracts to consulting firm McKinsey and Company between 2011 and 2023, according to Office of the Procurement Ombud, headed by Alexander Jeglic. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The prospect of paying tax on a gain does not remove the incentive to buy an asset you expect to rise in value, writes Erin Weir. Pexels image by Monstera Production
Collecting more revenue from the largest gains on sales of existing assets while offering greater incentives to create new assets is a smart economic
The prospect of paying tax on a gain does not remove the incentive to buy an asset you expect to rise in value, writes Erin Weir. Pexels image by Monstera Production
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario Minister Filomena Tassi, left, Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan, and Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Plus, Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge is down a staffer following Ashley Fearnall’s exit to join the Liberal research bureau.
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario Minister Filomena Tassi, left, Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan, and Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Immigration Minister Marc Miller holds a press conference in the National Press Theatre on Feb. 29. It is time for Canada to build a truly inclusive immigration framework that promotes the dignity and well-being of all migrants, regardless of their status, write Yogendra Shakya and Axelle Janczur. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
It is important that we prioritize and support undocumented people from marginalized backgrounds instead of excluding them with unfair requirements.
Immigration Minister Marc Miller holds a press conference in the National Press Theatre on Feb. 29. It is time for Canada to build a truly inclusive immigration framework that promotes the dignity and well-being of all migrants, regardless of their status, write Yogendra Shakya and Axelle Janczur. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Displaced people arrive in South Sudan from Sudan through the Joda border crossing. An estimated nine million people have fled their homes in Sudan since the war began just over a year ago, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of the United Nations by Ala Kheir
Eleven countries out of 54, containing more than a quarter of Africa’s population, are at war, and mostly they are at war with themselves.
Displaced people arrive in South Sudan from Sudan through the Joda border crossing. An estimated nine million people have fled their homes in Sudan since the war began just over a year ago, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of the United Nations by Ala Kheir
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses his Liberal caucus on the Hill on April 17. The April 16 federal budget failed to provide any bump in support to the Liberals last week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Tories’ double-digit lead is not so much an endorsement of Pierre Poilievre as leader, but because Canadians want a change in government, says
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses his Liberal caucus on the Hill on April 17. The April 16 federal budget failed to provide any bump in support to the Liberals last week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Ontario Premier Doug Ford, pictured, was among those in 2021 who criticized the decision to grant bail to Umar Zameer. Without an external review of the judicial process in this case, too many questions remain unanswered, writes Sheila Copps. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Ontario Premier Doug Ford, then-Toronto mayor John Tory and Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown attacked the decision to grant bail to Umar Zameer back in
Ontario Premier Doug Ford, pictured, was among those in 2021 who criticized the decision to grant bail to Umar Zameer. Without an external review of the judicial process in this case, too many questions remain unanswered, writes Sheila Copps. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Focusing on a list of the most commonly prescribed clinically-important drugs could save billions of dollars, both directly in terms of drug budget, and
Health Minister Mark Holland introduced Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, on Feb. 29, which proposes the foundational principles for the first phase of national universal pharmacare in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Focusing on a list of the most commonly prescribed clinically-important drugs could save billions of dollars, both directly in terms of drug budget, and
Focusing on a list of the most commonly prescribed clinically-important drugs could save billions of dollars, both directly in terms of drug budget, and
Health Minister Mark Holland introduced Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, on Feb. 29, which proposes the foundational principles for the first phase of national universal pharmacare in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The sustainability of our healthcare system and workforce depends on the readiness of our workplaces to support and accommodate carer-employees to better manage their dual role, writes McMaster University professor Dr. Allison Williams. Photograph by Matthias Zomer, Pexels.com
Whether it be providing long- or short-term care, unpaid carers reduce strain on the healthcare system by taking care of their loved ones either
The sustainability of our healthcare system and workforce depends on the readiness of our workplaces to support and accommodate carer-employees to better manage their dual role, writes McMaster University professor Dr. Allison Williams. Photograph by Matthias Zomer, Pexels.com
Canada must establish a globally competitive public policy and regulatory environment which supports and drives innovation forward, writes Andrew Casey, president and CEO of BIOTECanada. Image courtesy of Fayette Reynolds M.S./Pexels
At this pivotal moment, Canada has the ability not only to redefine its healthcare landscape, but also to lead globally in the sector
Canada must establish a globally competitive public policy and regulatory environment which supports and drives innovation forward, writes Andrew Casey, president and CEO of BIOTECanada. Image courtesy of Fayette Reynolds M.S./Pexels
Plus, decoding the subject matter of the Nunavut premier's speech to the Ottawa Economic Club today.
A view of Earth from space, featuring the Canadarm. The House Defence Committee will study space defence today. Photograph courtesy of SpaceX on pexels
Plus, decoding the subject matter of the Nunavut premier's speech to the Ottawa Economic Club today.
A view of Earth from space, featuring the Canadarm. The House Defence Committee will study space defence today. Photograph courtesy of SpaceX on pexels
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, pictured centre with some Conservative MPs on the Hill on April 16, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The last thing Canada needs is a more polarized country, and Poilievre is playing with fire if he continues to court the far right.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, pictured centre with some Conservative MPs on the Hill on April 16, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The foreign interference inquiry focuses mainly on election meddling, whereas foreign interference extends to surveillance, threats, physical violence, extortion, and deception through disinformation. Individuals in
Commissioner Justice Marie-Josée Hogue presides over the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference at Library and Archives Canada in Ottawa on Jan. 29, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The foreign interference inquiry focuses mainly on election meddling, whereas foreign interference extends to surveillance, threats, physical violence, extortion, and deception through disinformation. Individuals in
The foreign interference inquiry focuses mainly on election meddling, whereas foreign interference extends to surveillance, threats, physical violence, extortion, and deception through disinformation. Individuals in
Commissioner Justice Marie-Josée Hogue presides over the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference at Library and Archives Canada in Ottawa on Jan. 29, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
We must recognize that investing in the health and well-being of our youngest citizens is an investment in the future prosperity and resilience of our nation as a whole, writes Emily Gruenwoldt, president and CEO of Children’s Healthcare Canada. Photograph courtesy of Pexels.com
The Conference Board of Canada estimates the annual costs to treat anxiety and depression in young people to be $4-billion, which balloons to nearly
We must recognize that investing in the health and well-being of our youngest citizens is an investment in the future prosperity and resilience of our nation as a whole, writes Emily Gruenwoldt, president and CEO of Children’s Healthcare Canada. Photograph courtesy of Pexels.com
Anzac Cove, Turkey, in 1915. The Gallipoli campaign remains the focus of Australia and New Zealand's commemorations on April 25 each year. Photograph courtesy of State Library of South Australia
In Canada, the heavy toll of Parliament’s decisions is most often contemplated in November, when red poppies are pinned to lapels. But last week
Anzac Cove, Turkey, in 1915. The Gallipoli campaign remains the focus of Australia and New Zealand's commemorations on April 25 each year. Photograph courtesy of State Library of South Australia
Canada is grappling with overlapping crises in mental health and overdoses that are outpacing the capacity of the mental health and substance use health
Canada is grappling with overlapping crises in mental health and overdoses that are outpacing the capacity of the mental health and substance use health system to respond, write Kathleen Leslie and Jelena Atanackovic. Image courtesy of Pexels
Canada is grappling with overlapping crises in mental health and overdoses that are outpacing the capacity of the mental health and substance use health
Canada is grappling with overlapping crises in mental health and overdoses that are outpacing the capacity of the mental health and substance use health
Canada is grappling with overlapping crises in mental health and overdoses that are outpacing the capacity of the mental health and substance use health system to respond, write Kathleen Leslie and Jelena Atanackovic. Image courtesy of Pexels
A woman performs at the National Indigenous Peoples' Day ceremony at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., on June 21, 2018. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The families of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran have been involved in a long battle to search a Winnipeg landfill for their loved ones’
A woman performs at the National Indigenous Peoples' Day ceremony at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., on June 21, 2018. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, APRIL 29 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is back on
Environment and Sustainable Development Commissioner Jerry V. DeMarco will deliver five performance audit reports to the House of Commons. Afterwards, DeMarco will take part in a news conference in Room 325, 180 Wellington St., on Tuesday, April 30, at 11:30 a.m. ET. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, APRIL 29 House Sitting Schedule—The House is scheduled to sit for a total of 125 days in 2024. The House is back on
Environment and Sustainable Development Commissioner Jerry V. DeMarco will deliver five performance audit reports to the House of Commons. Afterwards, DeMarco will take part in a news conference in Room 325, 180 Wellington St., on Tuesday, April 30, at 11:30 a.m. ET. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Abacus Data's CEO Bruce Anderson, left, columnist Chantal Hebert, and former CBC journalist Peter Mansbridge discussed recent revelations that Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc has eyes on succeeding the prime minister should he step down. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Plus, Erica Rayment’s new book on the impact of women in Parliament hits shelves, and Bob Rae comes to Ottawa.
Abacus Data's CEO Bruce Anderson, left, columnist Chantal Hebert, and former CBC journalist Peter Mansbridge discussed recent revelations that Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc has eyes on succeeding the prime minister should he step down. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
For more than a year, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been hammering home a three-word slogan, “Axe the tax.” He recently added another: “Spike the
For more than a year, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been hammering home a three-word slogan, “Axe the tax.” He recently added another: “Spike the
For more than a year, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been hammering home a three-word slogan, “Axe the tax.” He recently added another: “Spike the
The efforts making the most progress is an attempt at ‘assisted’ evolution. It’s really a glorified form of selective breeding, choosing the most heat-resistant
A variety of corals form an outcrop on Flynn Reef, part of the Great Barrier Reef near Cairns, Australia. So many people are trying to save coral reef, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
The efforts making the most progress is an attempt at ‘assisted’ evolution. It’s really a glorified form of selective breeding, choosing the most heat-resistant
The efforts making the most progress is an attempt at ‘assisted’ evolution. It’s really a glorified form of selective breeding, choosing the most heat-resistant
A variety of corals form an outcrop on Flynn Reef, part of the Great Barrier Reef near Cairns, Australia. So many people are trying to save coral reef, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Treasury Board President Anita Anand, left, and Public Service Alliance of Canada national president Chris Aylward. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
As the population grows, 'you have to invest and grow the public service,' said Public Service Alliance of Canada national president Chris Aylward.
Treasury Board President Anita Anand, left, and Public Service Alliance of Canada national president Chris Aylward. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Plus, the post-budget tour shifts to green energy.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is using two tax credits to reward Honda Canada for building a new electric vehicle factory in Ontario. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, the post-budget tour shifts to green energy.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is using two tax credits to reward Honda Canada for building a new electric vehicle factory in Ontario. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Health Minister Mark Holland unveiled the government’s new Pharmacare Act at Ottawa's Centretown Community Health Centre on Feb. 29, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Liberals know they need to ‘crawl before they run’ when getting provincial deals done, says former Liberal staffer Muhammed Ali. But it's ‘a
Health Minister Mark Holland unveiled the government’s new Pharmacare Act at Ottawa's Centretown Community Health Centre on Feb. 29, 2024. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
