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Jesse Cnockaert is a reporter for The Hill Times, covering lobbying, federal ministers, and important legislation before the House and Senate. As the policy briefings lead, he also covers must-read federal policy issues across a broad range of sectors. Cnockaert started writing for The Hill Times in July 2021 following three years as editor of The Lobby Monitor. He previously worked for Metro Ottawa, and spent eight years covering news for three different municipal newspapers. He can be reached at Jcnockaert@hilltimes.com.

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly unveiled a three-pillar industrial strategy on Oct. 9 intended to support Canadian industries, create jobs, and attract global investment to protect Canada from the impacts of punishing American tariffs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.

As Canada feels the strain of U.S. trade war, pressure heats up on innovation sector

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 19, 2025
  • As border tensions create investment uncertainty, innovation in Canada should look at trade diversification and focusing less on commodities, say innovation experts.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly unveiled a three-pillar industrial strategy on Oct. 9 intended to support Canadian industries, create jobs, and attract global investment to protect Canada from the impacts of punishing American tariffs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
Mark Carney
Mark Carney
In a recent fundraising email, the Canada Strong and Free Network said that leaders such as Prime Minister Mark Carney 'betray Canadian values.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik

Canada Strong and Free fundraising emails using ‘crisis rhetoric,’ to stoke distrust in government and media, say comms experts, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • Recent fundraising emails from the Canada Strong and Free Network tap into anxiety and pessimism and are 'textbook dog whistle politics,' says pollster Nik
Mark Carney
In a recent fundraising email, the Canada Strong and Free Network said that leaders such as Prime Minister Mark Carney 'betray Canadian values.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Joël Lightbound, who recently announced reforms intended to modernize Canada Post, met with members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers on Oct. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal

Easter Seals, CFIB lobbying feds to end Canada Post’s strike

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 13, 2025
  • The strike by Canada Post workers has put a halt on mail and parcel deliveries nationwide since Sept. 25, but the union representing postal
Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works, and Procurement Joël Lightbound, who recently announced reforms intended to modernize Canada Post, met with members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers on Oct. 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson said the new Build Canada Homes agency marks a turning point in how affordable housing is delivered in Canada, in a Sept. 19 press release. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure

Overcoming infrastructure challenges requires better data sharing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit for new housing, and a funding deficit to manage the core assets already in place, says Canadian Infrastructure
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson said the new Build Canada Homes agency marks a turning point in how affordable housing is delivered in Canada, in a Sept. 19 press release. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
On Sept. 2, Health Minister Marjorie Michel announced more than $30-million over four years towards strengthening and expanding the existing Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks across Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no

Trend of increasing mental health challenges requires much more funding, say health sector experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | October 6, 2025
  • The Canadian Mental Health Association reported in 2024 that the mental health of Canadians is three times worse than before COVID-19, and that no
On Sept. 2, Health Minister Marjorie Michel announced more than $30-million over four years towards strengthening and expanding the existing Integrated Youth Services Network of Networks across Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters after the Prime Minister’s First Nations summit on Bill C-5 in Gatineau, Que., on July 17, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents

‘Keep that nation-to-nation concept strong,’ say Indigenous leaders, as Canada moves on major projects

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 29, 2025
  • David Chartrand, president of the Manitoba Métis Federation, says 'if you're asking us to trust you, you should have no problem signing legal documents
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters after the Prime Minister’s First Nations summit on Bill C-5 in Gatineau, Que., on July 17, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
In a July 9 press release, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Canada's researchers 'aren’t just imagining the future—they’re building it,' with work covering topics such as pandemic readiness and cutting-edge technology. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.

U.S. war on science has ‘damaged’ Canada’s research ecosystem, but also offers opportunity, say university advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 24, 2025
  • The gutting of science funding in the U.S. hurts research everywhere, including in Canada, says Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada.
In a July 9 press release, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Canada's researchers 'aren’t just imagining the future—they’re building it,' with work covering topics such as pandemic readiness and cutting-edge technology. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc's office said on Sept. 17 that Canada would launch public consultations for CUSMA 'in the near future.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.

Struggling auto sector promises deep engagement as wheels set to turn on CUSMA consultations

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, said 'There's simply too much at stake' regarding CUSMA negotiations.
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc's office said on Sept. 17 that Canada would launch public consultations for CUSMA 'in the near future.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin, left, and Energy Minister Tim Hodgson were the top-lobbied cabinet ministers in August. Dabrusin recently said 'more work is needed to secure an effective global treaty that addresses the entire lifecycle of plastics.' The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading

Hodgson, Dabrusin top-lobbied cabinet ministers last month as energy, environment lead the lobby charts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 22, 2025
  • According to the federal Lobbyists' Registry, top communications last month with the energy and environment ministers dealt with major international pacts, such as trading
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin, left, and Energy Minister Tim Hodgson were the top-lobbied cabinet ministers in August. Dabrusin recently said 'more work is needed to secure an effective global treaty that addresses the entire lifecycle of plastics.' The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
Savannah DeWolfe, left, alongside her boss now-Justice Minister Sean Fraser at the United Nations International Migration Review Forum in New York City in May 2022. At the time, Fraser was immigration minister, and DeWolfe was his director of policy and legal affairs. Photograph courtesy of Savannah DeWolfe

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.

Cabinet chief of staff Savannah DeWolfe talks managing an ‘intense’ Hill job

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 17, 2025
  • For rookies starting out on the Hill, DeWolfe emphasized the importance of communication, and providing the full picture regarding decisions.
Savannah DeWolfe, left, alongside her boss now-Justice Minister Sean Fraser at the United Nations International Migration Review Forum in New York City in May 2022. At the time, Fraser was immigration minister, and DeWolfe was his director of policy and legal affairs. Photograph courtesy of Savannah DeWolfe

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. The House returned on Sept. 15 following the summer break, while the Senate is scheduled to come back on Sept. 23. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster

‘All-hands-on-deck’ fall session as Liberals face pressure to deliver, say lobbyists, pollsters

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Conservatives will face pressure since the Liberals have 'effectively stolen' some policy directions, such as increased defence spending and building energy infrastructure, says pollster
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. The House returned on Sept. 15 following the summer break, while the Senate is scheduled to come back on Sept. 23. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
In an Aug. 29 press release, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, 'We are moving at a speed not seen in generations to build ports, railways, energy grids—the major projects that will unlock Canada’s full economic potential and build Canada strong.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic

Environmental groups, LNG advocates conflict over natural gas demand as Major Projects Office launches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Climate Action Network Canada sees a focus on LNG as a 'move in the wrong direction,' while the Canadian Gas Association says that domestic
In an Aug. 29 press release, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, 'We are moving at a speed not seen in generations to build ports, railways, energy grids—the major projects that will unlock Canada’s full economic potential and build Canada strong.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney promised in his election platform that his government would invest $6-billion in the Build Canada Homes initiative. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.

Build Canada Homes must prioritize ‘right’ kind of housing, affordability and green energy, say advocates

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 7, 2025
  • The Build Canada Homes initiative, which aims to double national housing output to 500,000 new homes per year, is expected to launch this fall.
Prime Minister Mark Carney promised in his election platform that his government would invest $6-billion in the Build Canada Homes initiative. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
Mark Carney
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Aug. 22 that Canada will remove all tariffs on goods from the U.S. covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement by Sept. 1, although existing tariffs will remain on steel, aluminum and autos. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre

Canadian decision to remove counter-tariffs cautiously applauded by advocates, some economists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Still, Canada shouldn't expect 'that whatever agreement we reach we can take to the bank,' says Jim Stanford, economist and director of the Centre
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Aug. 22 that Canada will remove all tariffs on goods from the U.S. covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement by Sept. 1, although existing tariffs will remain on steel, aluminum and autos. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said through an X post on Aug. 14 that Ottawa will 'advance a constructive dialogue with Chinese officials to address our respective trade concerns, while diversifying our trade abroad and supporting our canola producers at home.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.

Pea and canola sector stress urgent action needed to resolve China trade dispute as harvest approaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 31, 2025
  • 'Time is of the essence, and we can't stress that enough,' says Pulse Canada president Greg Cherewyk.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said through an X post on Aug. 14 that Ottawa will 'advance a constructive dialogue with Chinese officials to address our respective trade concerns, while diversifying our trade abroad and supporting our canola producers at home.' The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced several measures on July 16 intended to help the domestic steel industry. Those measures were later amended on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned

Steel, auto sectors seek relief after latest ‘crushing’ tariff hike 

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • The White House's expansion of derivative steel and aluminum products subject to a 50-per-cent duty rate is another signal that the U.S. 'has turned
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced several measures on July 16 intended to help the domestic steel industry. Those measures were later amended on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced on April 15 a six-month relief period from counter-tariffs for goods imported from the U.S. that are used in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for those used to support public health, health care, public safety, and national security. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale

Economic lobbying in July rises to meet demand for nation-building projects, interprovincial trade

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Critical mineral mining needs to be more competitive with the likes of Russia, China and Indonesia, says Jeff Gaulin, a global vice-president for Vale
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced on April 15 a six-month relief period from counter-tariffs for goods imported from the U.S. that are used in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for those used to support public health, health care, public safety, and national security. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised that his Liberal government will table a budget this fall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and

‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government's operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised that his Liberal government will table a budget this fall. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, is expected to visit Mexico soon for direct talks on the strategic relationship between the two countries, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during an Aug. 7 press conference. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more

U.S. a ‘wildcard’ in Canada-Mexico trade talks, but Canada has advantages in domestic energy and advanced manufacturing, say experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 18, 2025
  • Canada and Mexico know that over-reliance on the U.S. market leaves them vulnerable to political swings from the White House 'especially under Trump’s more
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, is expected to visit Mexico soon for direct talks on the strategic relationship between the two countries, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during an Aug. 7 press conference. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in an Aug. 1 statement that sectors including lumber, steel, aluminum, and autos are 'heavily impacted' by U.S. duties and tariffs, and that, for such sectors, 'the Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in our industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian, and diversify our export markets.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive

Canada ‘should not relent’ in trade talks, say industry reps who say auto sector needs zero tariffs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 11, 2025
  • No level of tariff is good for Canadian prospects and jobs in the automotive sector, according to Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in an Aug. 1 statement that sectors including lumber, steel, aluminum, and autos are 'heavily impacted' by U.S. duties and tariffs, and that, for such sectors, 'the Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in our industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian, and diversify our export markets.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that while Canada continues to negotiate about its trading relationship with the United States, 'the Canadian government is laser focused on what we can control: building Canada strong,' in a statement released on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is

U.S. trade approach ‘changes the rules of the game,’ with canola sector leading economic lobbying in first six months of 2025

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 10, 2025
  • Troy Sherman, with the Canola Council of Canada, told The Hill Times that changes to global trade caused by U.S. President Donald Trump is
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that while Canada continues to negotiate about its trading relationship with the United States, 'the Canadian government is laser focused on what we can control: building Canada strong,' in a statement released on Aug. 1. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson spoke of turning Canada into a energy superpower by taking advantage of both conventional and clean energy during a speech to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on May 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick

High engagement with oil and gas industry a ‘bad look’ for feds, say environmental advocates: ‘pick a lane’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Caroline Brouillette, executive director of Climate Action Network Canada, says Canada is at a moment where climate change and wildfires 'requires us to pick
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson spoke of turning Canada into a energy superpower by taking advantage of both conventional and clean energy during a speech to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on May 23. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Official White House photographer Daniel Torok

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,

Lobbyists address Canada-U.S. dynamic in face of shifting tariffs from unpredictable Trump: ‘it’s changed’

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | August 4, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump's mind 'gets whipped around, even within 24 hours,' says Corinne Pohlmann, executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Official White House photographer Daniel Torok

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
Canada's Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger told The Hill Times: 'I just decided that eight hours, in other words, a full day of meetings with decision-makers, makes it notable, and I believe that it requires registration.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.

Tighter registration threshold for lobbying means more transparency, but also more administrative work for businesses in challenging times, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The 'significant part of duties' registration threshold will be lowered from 32 hours to eight, starting in 2026.
Canada's Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger told The Hill Times: 'I just decided that eight hours, in other words, a full day of meetings with decision-makers, makes it notable, and I believe that it requires registration.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
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Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a press release on July 16 that the Liberal government 'is taking a series of major measures to support, reinforce, and transform' the steel industry in order 'to be more resilient in the face of profound shifts in global trade and supply chains.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike

Steel industry players say retaliatory tariffs for Canadian steel need ‘real teeth’ as lobbying efforts heat up

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 28, 2025
  • The U.S. market is closed off to Canadian steel-makers because of the 50-per-cent tariff on steel and aluminum, according to Algoma Steel CEO Mike
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a press release on July 16 that the Liberal government 'is taking a series of major measures to support, reinforce, and transform' the steel industry in order 'to be more resilient in the face of profound shifts in global trade and supply chains.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
Government Transformation and Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said his priorities include streamlining the procurement process, reducing reliance on consultants, building in-house expertise within the public service, and using AI to drive modernization and boost efficiency. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental

AI can’t just be ‘slapped on the current system’ as feds seek to modernize procurement process, says AI research chair

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • A July 8 report from the Office of Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic stated that procurement at the federal level is in need of “fundamental
Government Transformation and Public Works and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound said his priorities include streamlining the procurement process, reducing reliance on consultants, building in-house expertise within the public service, and using AI to drive modernization and boost efficiency. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X on July 10 that his government will continue to steadfastly defend workers and businesses during trade negotiations with the U.S. as Canada works toward the revised Aug. 1 deadline. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in

Domestic innovation and canola concerns top economic development advocacy in a busy June

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 21, 2025
  • Discussions about the economy were higher in June than during any other month this year so far, surpassing the previous peak of activity in
Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X on July 10 that his government will continue to steadfastly defend workers and businesses during trade negotiations with the U.S. as Canada works toward the revised Aug. 1 deadline. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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Seniors need housing support beyond Bill C-8, says advocacy organization, NDP

  • Seniors struggling to keep a roof over their heads are in dire need of federal support to address the housing crisis beyond what is
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 14, 2022
Canada's Minister of Seniors Kamal Khera introduced a bill in Parliament on Feb. 8, intended to support seniors facing GIS clawbacks. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Seniors need housing support beyond Bill C-8, says advocacy organization, NDP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 14, 2022
  • Seniors struggling to keep a roof over their heads are in dire need of federal support to address the housing crisis beyond what is

Seniors need housing support beyond Bill C-8, says advocacy organization, NDP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 14, 2022
  • Seniors struggling to keep a roof over their heads are in dire need of federal support to address the housing crisis beyond what is
Canada's Minister of Seniors Kamal Khera introduced a bill in Parliament on Feb. 8, intended to support seniors facing GIS clawbacks. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Harmonization with provinces will be key when introducing new data privacy legislation, say privacy experts

  • Highly-anticipated legislation to update Canada’s online privacy laws, expected to be introduced in the current session of Parliament, will need to harmonize with the
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne was directed to introduce legislation to advance the Digital Charter and strengthen privacy protections for consumers in his mandate letter on Dec. 16. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Harmonization with provinces will be key when introducing new data privacy legislation, say privacy experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
  • Highly-anticipated legislation to update Canada’s online privacy laws, expected to be introduced in the current session of Parliament, will need to harmonize with the

Harmonization with provinces will be key when introducing new data privacy legislation, say privacy experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
  • Highly-anticipated legislation to update Canada’s online privacy laws, expected to be introduced in the current session of Parliament, will need to harmonize with the
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne was directed to introduce legislation to advance the Digital Charter and strengthen privacy protections for consumers in his mandate letter on Dec. 16. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Liberals ‘dragging their heels’ on pharmacare as COVID ups the need for affordable meds, says labour union, NDP

  • With yet another pandemic federal budget on the horizon, organized labour is pushing for universal pharmacare to help workers who have lost their workplace
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos, pictured at a Hill press conference on Jan. 7, 2022, was directed to engage with willing provinces and territories towards implementation of national universal pharmacare in his mandate letter on Dec. 16. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Liberals ‘dragging their heels’ on pharmacare as COVID ups the need for affordable meds, says labour union, NDP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
  • With yet another pandemic federal budget on the horizon, organized labour is pushing for universal pharmacare to help workers who have lost their workplace

Liberals ‘dragging their heels’ on pharmacare as COVID ups the need for affordable meds, says labour union, NDP

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 7, 2022
  • With yet another pandemic federal budget on the horizon, organized labour is pushing for universal pharmacare to help workers who have lost their workplace
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos, pictured at a Hill press conference on Jan. 7, 2022, was directed to engage with willing provinces and territories towards implementation of national universal pharmacare in his mandate letter on Dec. 16. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Broad support in life sciences innovation vital in preparing for future pandemics, say industry experts

  • A diverse approach as the federal government invests billions of dollars into the life sciences sector will be critical if Canada is to be
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 2, 2022
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne told The Hill Times that the federal government is investing to expand vaccine-production facilities using 'a wide range of technology platforms.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Broad support in life sciences innovation vital in preparing for future pandemics, say industry experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 2, 2022
  • A diverse approach as the federal government invests billions of dollars into the life sciences sector will be critical if Canada is to be

Broad support in life sciences innovation vital in preparing for future pandemics, say industry experts

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | February 2, 2022
  • A diverse approach as the federal government invests billions of dollars into the life sciences sector will be critical if Canada is to be
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne told The Hill Times that the federal government is investing to expand vaccine-production facilities using 'a wide range of technology platforms.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Diving back into Broadcasting Act reform could mean big controversy

  • Members of Parliament, lobbyists, and stakeholders are anticipating legislation to reform the Broadcasting Act to be introduced early in this winter House session—but major
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez was directed in his December mandate letter to introduce legislation for reforming the Broadcasting Act that would 'ask web giants to pay their fair share.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Diving back into Broadcasting Act reform could mean big controversy

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
  • Members of Parliament, lobbyists, and stakeholders are anticipating legislation to reform the Broadcasting Act to be introduced early in this winter House session—but major

Diving back into Broadcasting Act reform could mean big controversy

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
  • Members of Parliament, lobbyists, and stakeholders are anticipating legislation to reform the Broadcasting Act to be introduced early in this winter House session—but major
Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez was directed in his December mandate letter to introduce legislation for reforming the Broadcasting Act that would 'ask web giants to pay their fair share.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Debate over government spending tops priority list for opposition parties heading into February’s House sitting

  • The debate over inflation and COVID-19-related spending will be among the top issues raised by opposition parties as the House digs into its agenda
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
A priority for Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez in February could be to introduce legislation intended to ensure that digital giants pay Canadian media outlets for reusing their news content, as he was directed to do in his December mandate letter. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Debate over government spending tops priority list for opposition parties heading into February’s House sitting

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
  • The debate over inflation and COVID-19-related spending will be among the top issues raised by opposition parties as the House digs into its agenda

Debate over government spending tops priority list for opposition parties heading into February’s House sitting

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 31, 2022
  • The debate over inflation and COVID-19-related spending will be among the top issues raised by opposition parties as the House digs into its agenda
A priority for Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez in February could be to introduce legislation intended to ensure that digital giants pay Canadian media outlets for reusing their news content, as he was directed to do in his December mandate letter. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Supply chain crisis and federal budget occupy agriculture sector in busy December

  • A supply chain crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, and setting the groundwork in advance of this year’s federal budget, were among the major
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 24, 2022
In December, Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau communicated with agriculture organizations including the Canadian Horticultural Council and the Canadian Cattlemens’ Association, to discuss supply chain issues and climate change. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Supply chain crisis and federal budget occupy agriculture sector in busy December

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 24, 2022
  • A supply chain crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, and setting the groundwork in advance of this year’s federal budget, were among the major

Supply chain crisis and federal budget occupy agriculture sector in busy December

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 24, 2022
  • A supply chain crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, and setting the groundwork in advance of this year’s federal budget, were among the major
In December, Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau communicated with agriculture organizations including the Canadian Horticultural Council and the Canadian Cattlemens’ Association, to discuss supply chain issues and climate change. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Lobbyists concerned potential rule changes could hinder volunteer opportunities in campaigns

  • Lobbyists are raising red flags in the wake of proposed changes to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct, which they say could restrict their ability
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 19, 2022
Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger released a list of draft updates to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct on Dec. 15. A consultation period for the draft updates is currently open, and will close on Feb. 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Lobbyists concerned potential rule changes could hinder volunteer opportunities in campaigns

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 19, 2022
  • Lobbyists are raising red flags in the wake of proposed changes to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct, which they say could restrict their ability

Lobbyists concerned potential rule changes could hinder volunteer opportunities in campaigns

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 19, 2022
  • Lobbyists are raising red flags in the wake of proposed changes to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct, which they say could restrict their ability
Lobbying Commissioner Nancy Bélanger released a list of draft updates to the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct on Dec. 15. A consultation period for the draft updates is currently open, and will close on Feb. 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Arts sector struggling under Omicron, lobbyists press for return of full CERB

  • Arts and culture organizations facing a renewed struggle to survive as the Omicron variant spreads are pushing the federal government to increase its financial
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez posted a national arts and culture summit planned for the end of January. He has said that continuing a dialogue with the arts sector is still a priority. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Arts sector struggling under Omicron, lobbyists press for return of full CERB

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
  • Arts and culture organizations facing a renewed struggle to survive as the Omicron variant spreads are pushing the federal government to increase its financial

Arts sector struggling under Omicron, lobbyists press for return of full CERB

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
  • Arts and culture organizations facing a renewed struggle to survive as the Omicron variant spreads are pushing the federal government to increase its financial
Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez posted a national arts and culture summit planned for the end of January. He has said that continuing a dialogue with the arts sector is still a priority. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Staffers’ return to Hill uncertain amid Omicron wave

  • Hill staffers are being told to work from home whenever possible, as the Omicron wave has swept across Canada and squashed hopes of returning
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
Parliamentary staffers wait outside a Liberal caucus meeting in Parliament Hill's West Block on Nov. 8, 2021. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Staffers’ return to Hill uncertain amid Omicron wave

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
  • Hill staffers are being told to work from home whenever possible, as the Omicron wave has swept across Canada and squashed hopes of returning

Staffers’ return to Hill uncertain amid Omicron wave

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 17, 2022
  • Hill staffers are being told to work from home whenever possible, as the Omicron wave has swept across Canada and squashed hopes of returning
Parliamentary staffers wait outside a Liberal caucus meeting in Parliament Hill's West Block on Nov. 8, 2021. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Long-term lobbying goals will gain little traction amid Omicron wave, say lobbyists

  • A surge in Omicron cases across Canada will likely shift the federal government’s focus towards short-term responses, making it more difficult for stakeholders with
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 10, 2022
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos held two media briefings on the latest wave of COVID-19 last week. The government has sent more booster vaccines and rapid tests to the provinces as part of its response. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Long-term lobbying goals will gain little traction amid Omicron wave, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 10, 2022
  • A surge in Omicron cases across Canada will likely shift the federal government’s focus towards short-term responses, making it more difficult for stakeholders with

Long-term lobbying goals will gain little traction amid Omicron wave, say lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | January 10, 2022
  • A surge in Omicron cases across Canada will likely shift the federal government’s focus towards short-term responses, making it more difficult for stakeholders with
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos held two media briefings on the latest wave of COVID-19 last week. The government has sent more booster vaccines and rapid tests to the provinces as part of its response. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Fragile supply chain faces risk without delay to January cross-border vaccine mandate, warns trucking industry

  • Canada’s trucking industry and other stakeholders with economic concerns are warning the Liberals of harmful impacts to Canada’s supply chain if the federal government
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 29, 2021
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos announced on Nov. 19 that, starting on Jan. 15, truck drivers will only be permitted to enter Canada if they are fully vaccinated. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Fragile supply chain faces risk without delay to January cross-border vaccine mandate, warns trucking industry

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 29, 2021
  • Canada’s trucking industry and other stakeholders with economic concerns are warning the Liberals of harmful impacts to Canada’s supply chain if the federal government

Fragile supply chain faces risk without delay to January cross-border vaccine mandate, warns trucking industry

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 29, 2021
  • Canada’s trucking industry and other stakeholders with economic concerns are warning the Liberals of harmful impacts to Canada’s supply chain if the federal government
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos announced on Nov. 19 that, starting on Jan. 15, truck drivers will only be permitted to enter Canada if they are fully vaccinated. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Fergus, Oliphant shut out of cabinet, but sworn in as privy councillors, giving them access to cabinet docs

  • Liberal MPs Greg Fergus and Rob Oliphant were shut out of cabinet, but were sworn in as members of the Privy Council on Dec.
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
Liberal MPs Rob Oliphant and Greg Fergus were sworn in as members of the Privy Council on Dec. 10, 2021. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade

Fergus, Oliphant shut out of cabinet, but sworn in as privy councillors, giving them access to cabinet docs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
  • Liberal MPs Greg Fergus and Rob Oliphant were shut out of cabinet, but were sworn in as members of the Privy Council on Dec.

Fergus, Oliphant shut out of cabinet, but sworn in as privy councillors, giving them access to cabinet docs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
  • Liberal MPs Greg Fergus and Rob Oliphant were shut out of cabinet, but were sworn in as members of the Privy Council on Dec.
Liberal MPs Rob Oliphant and Greg Fergus were sworn in as members of the Privy Council on Dec. 10, 2021. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade

Duplicating cabinet committee could speed work on climate change, says lobbyists

  • A need for speed could be behind the PMO’s decision to form two cabinet committees with identical mandates related to climate change, according to some
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault was given 39 priority tasks in his mandate letter on Dec. 16, including drawing up a plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Duplicating cabinet committee could speed work on climate change, says lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
  • A need for speed could be behind the PMO’s decision to form two cabinet committees with identical mandates related to climate change, according to some

Duplicating cabinet committee could speed work on climate change, says lobbyists

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 20, 2021
  • A need for speed could be behind the PMO’s decision to form two cabinet committees with identical mandates related to climate change, according to some
Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault was given 39 priority tasks in his mandate letter on Dec. 16, including drawing up a plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opposition parties ‘carefully reviewing’ proposal to end standoff over Winnipeg lab documents

  • Opposition parties are back to weighing their options to resolve a standoff with the Liberal government, following a failed bid in the House last
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 13, 2021
House Speaker Anthony Rota ruled on Dec. 9 that a Conservative bid to resurrect an order from the previous Parliament demanding the release of secret government documents had expired. Screen capture images courtesy of CPAC

Opposition parties ‘carefully reviewing’ proposal to end standoff over Winnipeg lab documents

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 13, 2021
  • Opposition parties are back to weighing their options to resolve a standoff with the Liberal government, following a failed bid in the House last

Opposition parties ‘carefully reviewing’ proposal to end standoff over Winnipeg lab documents

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 13, 2021
  • Opposition parties are back to weighing their options to resolve a standoff with the Liberal government, following a failed bid in the House last
House Speaker Anthony Rota ruled on Dec. 9 that a Conservative bid to resurrect an order from the previous Parliament demanding the release of secret government documents had expired. Screen capture images courtesy of CPAC

‘It’s about time’: lobbyists say they’re relieved to see parliamentary secretary roster after long wait

  • The naming of 39 parliamentary secretaries on Dec. 3 comes as a relief to some lobbyists who say they are dealing with an advocacy
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 9, 2021
Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister Greg Fergus was one of two parliamentary secretaries who will be sworn in as members of the Privy Council. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

‘It’s about time’: lobbyists say they’re relieved to see parliamentary secretary roster after long wait

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 9, 2021
  • The naming of 39 parliamentary secretaries on Dec. 3 comes as a relief to some lobbyists who say they are dealing with an advocacy

‘It’s about time’: lobbyists say they’re relieved to see parliamentary secretary roster after long wait

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 9, 2021
  • The naming of 39 parliamentary secretaries on Dec. 3 comes as a relief to some lobbyists who say they are dealing with an advocacy
Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister Greg Fergus was one of two parliamentary secretaries who will be sworn in as members of the Privy Council. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Expand beyond unreliable solar and wind energy to service the North, says Tory Senator

  • Weaning communities in northern Canada off their reliance on diesel fuel will involve expanding into power sources beyond wind and solar, which cannot collect
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 8, 2021
Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal announced an $88,000 investment by the federal government's Northern Responsible Energy Approach for Community Heat and Electricity (REACHE) program to Nihtat Energy Limited on Feb. 9. The REACHE program is intended to help reduce reliance for northern communities on diesel fuel. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Expand beyond unreliable solar and wind energy to service the North, says Tory Senator

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 8, 2021
  • Weaning communities in northern Canada off their reliance on diesel fuel will involve expanding into power sources beyond wind and solar, which cannot collect

Expand beyond unreliable solar and wind energy to service the North, says Tory Senator

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 8, 2021
  • Weaning communities in northern Canada off their reliance on diesel fuel will involve expanding into power sources beyond wind and solar, which cannot collect
Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal announced an $88,000 investment by the federal government's Northern Responsible Energy Approach for Community Heat and Electricity (REACHE) program to Nihtat Energy Limited on Feb. 9. The REACHE program is intended to help reduce reliance for northern communities on diesel fuel. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

View climate change as national security issue, says Green, NDP MPs

  • Calls from opposition parties for the Liberal government to treat climate change as a national security threat are increasing in the aftermath of a
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 6, 2021
John Kerry, former U.S. secretary of state, is the first U.S. special presidential envoy for climate, and some are suggesting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau establish a similar post in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Flickr

View climate change as national security issue, says Green, NDP MPs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 6, 2021
  • Calls from opposition parties for the Liberal government to treat climate change as a national security threat are increasing in the aftermath of a

View climate change as national security issue, says Green, NDP MPs

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 6, 2021
  • Calls from opposition parties for the Liberal government to treat climate change as a national security threat are increasing in the aftermath of a
John Kerry, former U.S. secretary of state, is the first U.S. special presidential envoy for climate, and some are suggesting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau establish a similar post in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Flickr

Legislative bottleneck facing Parliament in rush before December break

  • Just two weeks remain before the House is scheduled to break for the Christmas holiday, and the government still has two bills—and counting—to shepherd
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 3, 2021
The current parliamentary session will be an important opportunity for Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole, pictured Nov. 25, 2021, to establish that he is 'prime minister material,' according to Summa Strategies consultant Daniel Perry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Legislative bottleneck facing Parliament in rush before December break

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 3, 2021
  • Just two weeks remain before the House is scheduled to break for the Christmas holiday, and the government still has two bills—and counting—to shepherd

Legislative bottleneck facing Parliament in rush before December break

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | December 3, 2021
  • Just two weeks remain before the House is scheduled to break for the Christmas holiday, and the government still has two bills—and counting—to shepherd
The current parliamentary session will be an important opportunity for Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole, pictured Nov. 25, 2021, to establish that he is 'prime minister material,' according to Summa Strategies consultant Daniel Perry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Green lobby ready to press on, following environment-focused October

  • Climate change commitments in the recent Throne Speech have set the tone for even more vigorous environmental advocacy in this parliamentary session, following an
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 26, 2021
Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault, pictured on Oct. 27, 2021, arriving a cabinet meeting at 111 Sussex Dr. In Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Green lobby ready to press on, following environment-focused October

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 26, 2021
  • Climate change commitments in the recent Throne Speech have set the tone for even more vigorous environmental advocacy in this parliamentary session, following an

Green lobby ready to press on, following environment-focused October

News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | November 26, 2021
  • Climate change commitments in the recent Throne Speech have set the tone for even more vigorous environmental advocacy in this parliamentary session, following an
Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault, pictured on Oct. 27, 2021, arriving a cabinet meeting at 111 Sussex Dr. In Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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