Lt.-Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet speaks after assuming command of the Royal Canadian Air Force at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum on July 10, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Lt.-Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet speaks after assuming command of the Royal Canadian Air Force at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum on July 10, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith is opening up the debate for ‘renewal’ in Ontario provincial leadership, according to an email obtained by The Hill Times. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Kingston Liberal MPP Ted Hsu says he supports Bonnie Crombie as the party leader but would leave it up to party delegates to vote
Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith is opening up the debate for ‘renewal’ in Ontario provincial leadership, according to an email obtained by The Hill Times. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Clean energy is the path forward. Markets will eventually turn against fossil fuels, leaving taxpayers to shoulder the financial burden of supporting new infrastructure
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s current approach of appeasing our fossil fuel-producing provinces is based on short-term logic, writes Andy Hira. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Clean energy is the path forward. Markets will eventually turn against fossil fuels, leaving taxpayers to shoulder the financial burden of supporting new infrastructure
Clean energy is the path forward. Markets will eventually turn against fossil fuels, leaving taxpayers to shoulder the financial burden of supporting new infrastructure
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s current approach of appeasing our fossil fuel-producing provinces is based on short-term logic, writes Andy Hira. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and interim NDP Leader Don Davies have some work to do this summer to pull their parties ahead, writes Andrew Tzembelicos. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
During the break, the Liberals should try to sway opposition MPs to their benches, which would be a challenge to Pierre Poilievre’s leadership; and
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and interim NDP Leader Don Davies have some work to do this summer to pull their parties ahead, writes Andrew Tzembelicos. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Finance and National Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters in the West Block on May 14, while his director of communications, Audrey Milette, left, looks on. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Staffers currently leading Champagne’s policy team previously worked for the ministers of international trade, innovation, and housing.
Finance and National Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters in the West Block on May 14, while his director of communications, Audrey Milette, left, looks on. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Most American political analysts have dismissed the electoral prospects of Elon Musk’s new political party, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of the White House/Flickr
There isn’t time for Musk to build a nationwide third party before the November 2026 mid-term elections for the Senate and the House of
Most American political analysts have dismissed the electoral prospects of Elon Musk’s new political party, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of the White House/Flickr
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed on further collaboration across a range of sectors. No 10 Downing Street photograph by Simon Dawson
The new plan defines strengthening ties with key partners like Canada as an 'obvious priority,' and builds on leaders' commitments.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed on further collaboration across a range of sectors. No 10 Downing Street photograph by Simon Dawson
Wildfires require unprecedented co-ordination across jurisdictions and countries. Yet our communication infrastructure remains siloed, fragmented, and vulnerable to the conditions these disasters create.
As thousands of people evacuate due to raging wildfires, our communications infrastructure is breaking down exactly when emergency responders and evacuees need it, writes Kevin Fernandes. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Manitoba
Wildfires require unprecedented co-ordination across jurisdictions and countries. Yet our communication infrastructure remains siloed, fragmented, and vulnerable to the conditions these disasters create.
Wildfires require unprecedented co-ordination across jurisdictions and countries. Yet our communication infrastructure remains siloed, fragmented, and vulnerable to the conditions these disasters create.
As thousands of people evacuate due to raging wildfires, our communications infrastructure is breaking down exactly when emergency responders and evacuees need it, writes Kevin Fernandes. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Manitoba
Part of the Hudson Bay shoreline in Churchill, Man. Port Nelson is more accessible in the winter, and several port facilities could be built to handle all sorts of commodities, writes Dorothy Dobbie. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Currently, most of our products go to the easy market down south, but we have long been anxious to diversify our customer base.
Part of the Hudson Bay shoreline in Churchill, Man. Port Nelson is more accessible in the winter, and several port facilities could be built to handle all sorts of commodities, writes Dorothy Dobbie. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
For all the effort towards building new overseas trade relationships, the prospects for an outward-focused nation like Canada—where exports account for 34 per cent
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu. The reordering of Canadian export options is taking place in a world of increasing anti-globalization, splintering trade frameworks, and deteriorating supply chains, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
For all the effort towards building new overseas trade relationships, the prospects for an outward-focused nation like Canada—where exports account for 34 per cent
For all the effort towards building new overseas trade relationships, the prospects for an outward-focused nation like Canada—where exports account for 34 per cent
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu. The reordering of Canadian export options is taking place in a world of increasing anti-globalization, splintering trade frameworks, and deteriorating supply chains, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Not everyone who sits in the Senate agrees with each other, but they share a belief that this country is worth the hard work, writes ISG Senator Farah Mohamed. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The role of the Senate is to look beyond the headlines, to resist reactive politics, and to legislate for a Canada that thrives across
Not everyone who sits in the Senate agrees with each other, but they share a belief that this country is worth the hard work, writes ISG Senator Farah Mohamed. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson is meeting with his provincial and territorial counterparts in Charlottetown this week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson is meeting with his provincial and territorial counterparts in Charlottetown this week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Conservative MP Ziad Aboultaif is among the first 30 MPs who will get a chance to bring forward private members' business. He says he plans to table a bill tackling organ and tissue donation—a subject close to his heart. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
‘I’m very excited about it,’ says Liberal MP Ahmed Hussen, who’s among the first set of MPs to get a crack at proposing legislation
Conservative MP Ziad Aboultaif is among the first 30 MPs who will get a chance to bring forward private members' business. He says he plans to table a bill tackling organ and tissue donation—a subject close to his heart. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney. It’s too early to tell whether the Canadian government’s May statement signals a meaningful shift toward a 'human rights first' approach to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, writes Ketty Nivyabandi. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
History will judge Canada’s response over Gaza; it will not be enough to point to statements of concern, or empty ultimatums.
Prime Minister Mark Carney. It’s too early to tell whether the Canadian government’s May statement signals a meaningful shift toward a 'human rights first' approach to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, writes Ketty Nivyabandi. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The new government must demonstrate a genuine commitment to rebuilding confidence in our democratic system by appointing a commissioner for the Foreign Influence Transparency
The upcoming fall sitting of Parliament will be a test of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s seriousness about democratic integrity, writes Henry Chan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The new government must demonstrate a genuine commitment to rebuilding confidence in our democratic system by appointing a commissioner for the Foreign Influence Transparency
The new government must demonstrate a genuine commitment to rebuilding confidence in our democratic system by appointing a commissioner for the Foreign Influence Transparency
The upcoming fall sitting of Parliament will be a test of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s seriousness about democratic integrity, writes Henry Chan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The system is 'marked by silos of responsibility and accountability,' and needs a convening figure, says Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic in a new report.
Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic tells reporters that there needs to be a major overhaul of Canada's $37-billion procurement system to fix persistent issues on July 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The system is 'marked by silos of responsibility and accountability,' and needs a convening figure, says Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic in a new report.
The system is 'marked by silos of responsibility and accountability,' and needs a convening figure, says Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic in a new report.
Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic tells reporters that there needs to be a major overhaul of Canada's $37-billion procurement system to fix persistent issues on July 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Senior leadership may be accurate in assessing a seven-year window to recover the military. However, in what universe can that be considered a plan, asks Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Brendan Gamache
Perhaps the Liberals need to do more than make promises of massive budget increases if there are too few personnel left in uniform to
Senior leadership may be accurate in assessing a seven-year window to recover the military. However, in what universe can that be considered a plan, asks Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Brendan Gamache
Despite promises to gradually transfer control of status registration to First Nations, there is no roadmap, no new funding model, and no accountability.
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney. First Nations cannot be the only group held back by outdated legislation, and an unaccountable bureaucracy, writes Grand Chief Kyra Wilson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Despite promises to gradually transfer control of status registration to First Nations, there is no roadmap, no new funding model, and no accountability.
Despite promises to gradually transfer control of status registration to First Nations, there is no roadmap, no new funding model, and no accountability.
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney. First Nations cannot be the only group held back by outdated legislation, and an unaccountable bureaucracy, writes Grand Chief Kyra Wilson. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland has criticized a decision by BC Ferries to buy vessels made in China. A Commons committee is meeting on that topic today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland has criticized a decision by BC Ferries to buy vessels made in China. A Commons committee is meeting on that topic today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bill C-5 will create a major projects office with an advisory council of Indigenous representatives, but leaders from those groups are still waiting for
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty said in an Intergovernmental Affairs press release on June 26 that the One Canadian Economy Act 'marks a historic milestone in creating a stronger, more inclusive Canada—one where Indigenous partnership is not only valued, but is fundamental to every step of development.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bill C-5 will create a major projects office with an advisory council of Indigenous representatives, but leaders from those groups are still waiting for
Bill C-5 will create a major projects office with an advisory council of Indigenous representatives, but leaders from those groups are still waiting for
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty said in an Intergovernmental Affairs press release on June 26 that the One Canadian Economy Act 'marks a historic milestone in creating a stronger, more inclusive Canada—one where Indigenous partnership is not only valued, but is fundamental to every step of development.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Canada-United States Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc said in a June 26 press release that the One Canadian Economy Act 'will help attract investment in big nation-building projects that create good-paying jobs, connect our country, and ultimately reduce our reliance on the United States.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The government needs to have a 'national conversation' about what it means to have a project meet Bill C-5's criteria, says Anna Johnston, a
Canada-United States Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc said in a June 26 press release that the One Canadian Economy Act 'will help attract investment in big nation-building projects that create good-paying jobs, connect our country, and ultimately reduce our reliance on the United States.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
NDP interim leader Don Davies, left, and Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, who won New York City's mayoral primary race last week, may have dramatically changed the dynamics of left-wing politics in the U.S., writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Just because a 'new American left' might be surging in the U.S., that doesn’t mean it’ll also happen here in Canada.
NDP interim leader Don Davies, left, and Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, who won New York City's mayoral primary race last week, may have dramatically changed the dynamics of left-wing politics in the U.S., writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
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
Whether an explicit broadening of the BoC's mandate is needed is far from clear, but current circumstances support the need for flexibility in monetary
While monetary policy benefits from a plurality of views, comments from politicians are unhelpful as the appearance of political meddling can undermine the Bank of Canada’s credibility and effectiveness, writes Charles St-Arnaud. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Whether an explicit broadening of the BoC's mandate is needed is far from clear, but current circumstances support the need for flexibility in monetary
Whether an explicit broadening of the BoC's mandate is needed is far from clear, but current circumstances support the need for flexibility in monetary
While monetary policy benefits from a plurality of views, comments from politicians are unhelpful as the appearance of political meddling can undermine the Bank of Canada’s credibility and effectiveness, writes Charles St-Arnaud. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With interest rates, the Bank of Canada, led by Governor Tiff Macklem, also has in its arsenal a very blunt tool, and recent developments have shown it will not hesitate to use it with great force and speed to accomplish its mission, writes CFIB's Simon Gaudreault. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Let’s hope this long economic winter will have equipped us to make the next ones less harsh, and that the spring finally comes back
With interest rates, the Bank of Canada, led by Governor Tiff Macklem, also has in its arsenal a very blunt tool, and recent developments have shown it will not hesitate to use it with great force and speed to accomplish its mission, writes CFIB's Simon Gaudreault. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 Symposium: ‘NORAD Modernization’—National Defence Minister Bill Blair will deliver remarks at “NORAD Modernization: Enabling Connectivity for Interoperability,” hosted by the Canadian Global Affairs Institute.
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue will deliver an interim report from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Process and Democratic Institutions on May 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 Symposium: ‘NORAD Modernization’—National Defence Minister Bill Blair will deliver remarks at “NORAD Modernization: Enabling Connectivity for Interoperability,” hosted by the Canadian Global Affairs Institute.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 Symposium: ‘NORAD Modernization’—National Defence Minister Bill Blair will deliver remarks at “NORAD Modernization: Enabling Connectivity for Interoperability,” hosted by the Canadian Global Affairs Institute.
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue will deliver an interim report from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Process and Democratic Institutions on May 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
'I don't believe in the expression 'McCord Magic,'' says travel agent Scott McCord. 'I think it's experience, elbow grease, and having a really good team. There’s nothing magical about it.' Photograph courtesy of Curtis Perry
For 25 years, Scott McCord has been booking flights for Ottawa's politico players, so they threw a big party in his honour.
'I don't believe in the expression 'McCord Magic,'' says travel agent Scott McCord. 'I think it's experience, elbow grease, and having a really good team. There’s nothing magical about it.' Photograph courtesy of Curtis Perry
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
Independent Senator Donna Dasko’s Bill S-283 seeks to shine some light into this secret garden by expanding Elections Canada public reporting on nomination processes, write Jeanette Ashe and Tracey Raney. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bill S-283 is a modest step to stop the downward trajectory in Canada’s international standings in gender and diverse political representation.
Independent Senator Donna Dasko’s Bill S-283 seeks to shine some light into this secret garden by expanding Elections Canada public reporting on nomination processes, write Jeanette Ashe and Tracey Raney. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Fiscal rules should be imposed on the growth of government spending to prevent the crowding out of private-sector investment, writes Jake Fuss. Pexels image by Monstera Production
Governments have other options, like scrapping interprovincial trade barriers and allowing allowing foreign competition.
Fiscal rules should be imposed on the growth of government spending to prevent the crowding out of private-sector investment, writes Jake Fuss. Pexels image by Monstera Production
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue’s foreign interference inquiry has enlightened us on the failings of our security apparatus and its inability to engage constructively with Canadians.
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue’s foreign interference inquiry has enlightened us on the failings of our security apparatus and its inability to engage constructively with Canadians.
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue’s foreign interference inquiry has enlightened us on the failings of our security apparatus and its inability to engage constructively with Canadians.
Justice Marie-Josée Hogue will release her first report on foreign interference this week.
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
Former CSIS intelligence analyst Stephanie Carvin says the commission is ‘another inconvenient warning’ from an exasperated intelligence community with an outdated mandate.
After hearing from nearly 70 witnesses over 10 days earlier this spring, Foreign Interference Commissioner Justice Marie-Josée Hogue is set to release her interim report on May 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Former CSIS intelligence analyst Stephanie Carvin says the commission is ‘another inconvenient warning’ from an exasperated intelligence community with an outdated mandate.
Former CSIS intelligence analyst Stephanie Carvin says the commission is ‘another inconvenient warning’ from an exasperated intelligence community with an outdated mandate.
After hearing from nearly 70 witnesses over 10 days earlier this spring, Foreign Interference Commissioner Justice Marie-Josée Hogue is set to release her interim report on May 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The saga to to replace the RCAF's aged-out CF-18 Hornet fighter jets could turn into election campaign fodder, writes Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Cpl. Pierre Habib
With Trudeau's Liberals dropping in the polls, maybe it is not too late to bring out their old campaign promise to axe the F-35
The saga to to replace the RCAF's aged-out CF-18 Hornet fighter jets could turn into election campaign fodder, writes Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Cpl. Pierre Habib
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s Bill S-261 would prevent public money from being used to generate or enforce a non-disclosure agreement unless specifically requested by a
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s Bill S-261 would prevent public money from being used to generate or enforce a non-disclosure agreement unless specifically requested by a
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s Bill S-261 would prevent public money from being used to generate or enforce a non-disclosure agreement unless specifically requested by a
Senator Marilou McPhedran tabled Bill S-261 on May 9, 2023, but it has yet to complete second reading. The Hill Times photograph 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
