Jim Balsillie and Alex Benay co-chair the CIO Strategy Council, a forum for Canada’s most forward-thinking leaders in the technological transformation and innovation space. Members include 10 federal government departments as well as leading private finance, energy, ag, and tech companies.
The Dalai Lama, pictured in April 2012 during a visit to Ottawa, turned 90 on July 6. China views his death as a golden opportunity to ‘nationalize’ Tibetan Buddhism by giving the state the power to choose his successor, writes Gwynne Dyer. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
Since the Chinese invasion of 1950, Tibet has been officially part of of the country and Beijing does not like religious leaders who are
The Dalai Lama, pictured in April 2012 during a visit to Ottawa, turned 90 on July 6. China views his death as a golden opportunity to ‘nationalize’ Tibetan Buddhism by giving the state the power to choose his successor, writes Gwynne Dyer. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
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
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, meets with U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)
At some point, the U.S. will again become a responsible stakeholder, but its failure to assume its responsibility is no excuse for Canada or
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, meets with U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House's Oval Office on May 6, 2025. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)
U.S. President Donald Trump, right, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the White House's Oval Office, on May 6, 2025. Official White House photograph by Emily J. Higgins
Donald Trump hates Canada’s supply-management policies. What if he next says either you drop supply management as a policy of your country, or the
U.S. President Donald Trump, right, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the White House's Oval Office, on May 6, 2025. Official White House photograph by Emily J. Higgins
Plus: REEL Politics Film Festival announces lineup of eight movies, three ex-parliamentarians and PM's new chief of staff among Order of Canada laureates, and
Anaida Poilievre, wife of the leader of the Conservative Party, says Mark Manson's book has inspired her not to waste her time on letting social media comments bring her down. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Plus: REEL Politics Film Festival announces lineup of eight movies, three ex-parliamentarians and PM's new chief of staff among Order of Canada laureates, and
Plus: REEL Politics Film Festival announces lineup of eight movies, three ex-parliamentarians and PM's new chief of staff among Order of Canada laureates, and
Anaida Poilievre, wife of the leader of the Conservative Party, says Mark Manson's book has inspired her not to waste her time on letting social media comments bring her down. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Just 60 more votes in three ridings—out of the 19.5 million cast in the last election—could have delivered a majority for Mark Carney's Liberals, says pollster Nik Nanos. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The April 28 election proved yet again why ground game is critical in the outcome of every election, says pollster Nik Nanos.
Just 60 more votes in three ridings—out of the 19.5 million cast in the last election—could have delivered a majority for Mark Carney's Liberals, says pollster Nik Nanos. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Multiple Conservative EDA members in Mississauga-Erin Mills, Ont., want the party’s national council to annul the results of the June 25 AGM after they
Between 80 and 90 Conservative riding association members for Mississauga–Erin Mills, Ont., attended the June 25 annual general meeting. Many party members chanted 'shame, shame, shame' after a GTA regional organizer disqualified a slate of 30 candidates from running for the riding's board of directors. Photograph supplied by a Conservative Party member
Multiple Conservative EDA members in Mississauga-Erin Mills, Ont., want the party’s national council to annul the results of the June 25 AGM after they
Multiple Conservative EDA members in Mississauga-Erin Mills, Ont., want the party’s national council to annul the results of the June 25 AGM after they
Between 80 and 90 Conservative riding association members for Mississauga–Erin Mills, Ont., attended the June 25 annual general meeting. Many party members chanted 'shame, shame, shame' after a GTA regional organizer disqualified a slate of 30 candidates from running for the riding's board of directors. Photograph supplied by a Conservative Party member
Twelve years after the Lac-Mégantic rail disaster, the lessons have not been learned in terms of preventing future disasters, writes Bruce Campbell. Photograph courtesy of the Transportation Safety of Board Canada/Flickr
The deaths of 47 people who died in the 2013 tragedy were collateral damage from the culmination of policy decisions stretching back more than
Twelve years after the Lac-Mégantic rail disaster, the lessons have not been learned in terms of preventing future disasters, writes Bruce Campbell. Photograph courtesy of the Transportation Safety of Board Canada/Flickr
While some environmental groups ‘welcome’ Liberal platform pledges on climate, Green Leader Elizabeth May says the government’s proposed pipeline plans are ‘outrageous.’
Prime Minister Mark Carney has a record of being outspoken on climate change, but since being elected, he has been quiet on the subject, which is cause for concern among some environment groups and leaders, but not others. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
While some environmental groups ‘welcome’ Liberal platform pledges on climate, Green Leader Elizabeth May says the government’s proposed pipeline plans are ‘outrageous.’
While some environmental groups ‘welcome’ Liberal platform pledges on climate, Green Leader Elizabeth May says the government’s proposed pipeline plans are ‘outrageous.’
Prime Minister Mark Carney has a record of being outspoken on climate change, but since being elected, he has been quiet on the subject, which is cause for concern among some environment groups and leaders, but not others. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Government Transformation, and Public Services and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound previously said the rules, 'the roles, and the responsibilities of everyone in the procurement process across departments need to be very clear.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
New procurement rules include a $20-million limit on time- and task-based contracts, stricter oversight, and mandatory value-for-money reviews.
Government Transformation, and Public Services and Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound previously said the rules, 'the roles, and the responsibilities of everyone in the procurement process across departments need to be very clear.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne's department is responsible for drawing up budgets, fiscal updates, and providing advice to the cabinet about the fiscal and economic ramifications of federal policies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The department plans to spend $150-billion this fiscal year, up more than $14-billion from three years ago.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne's department is responsible for drawing up budgets, fiscal updates, and providing advice to the cabinet about the fiscal and economic ramifications of federal policies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
CSE says China targets Canadian law-makers, media, pro-democracy activists, and diaspora communities—and reported that Canadian members on the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China were subjected
Communications Security Establishment chief Caroline Xavier. CSE's annual report says the Chinese government's cyber threat apparatus has targeted Canadian parliamentarians and government officials. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
CSE says China targets Canadian law-makers, media, pro-democracy activists, and diaspora communities—and reported that Canadian members on the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China were subjected
CSE says China targets Canadian law-makers, media, pro-democracy activists, and diaspora communities—and reported that Canadian members on the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China were subjected
Communications Security Establishment chief Caroline Xavier. CSE's annual report says the Chinese government's cyber threat apparatus has targeted Canadian parliamentarians and government officials. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, left, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne at a press conference in the West Block on June 19, 2025. Building a brain economy will require co-ordination across departments, write Jennie Z. Young and Julian Karaguesian. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The brain economy is emerging, whether we shape it or not. Canada has the tools, the talent, and the momentum. What we need now
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, left, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne at a press conference in the West Block on June 19, 2025. Building a brain economy will require co-ordination across departments, write Jennie Z. Young and Julian Karaguesian. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Under Minister Joël Lightbound, Public Services and Procurement Canada plans to spend more than $17.5-billion over the next three years, according to its new departmental plan. The Hill Times Photograph by Andrew Meade
With billions on the line and a track record of failed targets, how PSPC plans to deliver on its goals is unclear from its
Under Minister Joël Lightbound, Public Services and Procurement Canada plans to spend more than $17.5-billion over the next three years, according to its new departmental plan. The Hill Times Photograph by Andrew Meade
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, signed the introduction to the Privy Council Office's recently-published plan, which incoming Privy Council Clerk Michael Sabia will be expected to execute. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
The Privy Council Office's departmental plan outlines $278-million in spending this fiscal year—easily a four-year high—while forecasting cuts down to $214-million by 2027-28.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured, signed the introduction to the Privy Council Office's recently-published plan, which incoming Privy Council Clerk Michael Sabia will be expected to execute. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
By shifting project approvals from 'whether' to 'how,' streamlining interprovincial trade, and accelerating infrastructure, the One Canadian Economy Act is a positive step. Now, that
Canada-U.S. Relations Minister Dominic LeBlance, pictured, is the sponsor of the One Canadian Economy Act. As G7 nations race to secure global capital, Canada risks falling behind, unless we act now. We must act with equal urgency and ambition if we want to be competitive, write Stéphane Paquet and Jacquie Griffiths. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
By shifting project approvals from 'whether' to 'how,' streamlining interprovincial trade, and accelerating infrastructure, the One Canadian Economy Act is a positive step. Now, that
By shifting project approvals from 'whether' to 'how,' streamlining interprovincial trade, and accelerating infrastructure, the One Canadian Economy Act is a positive step. Now, that
Canada-U.S. Relations Minister Dominic LeBlance, pictured, is the sponsor of the One Canadian Economy Act. As G7 nations race to secure global capital, Canada risks falling behind, unless we act now. We must act with equal urgency and ambition if we want to be competitive, write Stéphane Paquet and Jacquie Griffiths. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon. Achieving Canada’s ambitious goals for AI will take more than simply building on the world-leading advances in AI technology that this country helped produce, writes Gillian Hadfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to build the economy of the future by using AI to unlock productivity and Canadian competitiveness. Many think
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon. Achieving Canada’s ambitious goals for AI will take more than simply building on the world-leading advances in AI technology that this country helped produce, writes Gillian Hadfield. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Last June, the federal government announced that existing open-net salmon farms in British Columbia would have five years to transition to land-based, closed-containment systems, with the farms banned outright in the Discovery Islands and the Broughton Archipelago since 2023 due to concerns over their connection to sea lice infestations. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Competing analyses are providing new ammunition in the debate over the link between sea lice, B.C.’s coastal salmon farms, and the feds' upcoming 2029
Last June, the federal government announced that existing open-net salmon farms in British Columbia would have five years to transition to land-based, closed-containment systems, with the farms banned outright in the Discovery Islands and the Broughton Archipelago since 2023 due to concerns over their connection to sea lice infestations. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Room 200 in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, pictured in 2022, will once again host press conferences as renovations take place in the national press theatre's current home in the Wellington Building. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Also, Prime Minister Carney calls a byelection in Alberta for Aug. 18, a Quebec court will hear the Terrebonne vote results case this fall,
Room 200 in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, pictured in 2022, will once again host press conferences as renovations take place in the national press theatre's current home in the Wellington Building. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Much like for the rest of Canada, the economy, the environment, housing, Indigenous issues, and our relationship with our American neighbour loom large for
Kathleen Lake in Kluane National Park, with King's Throne in the distance. Government is the mainstay of the Yukon economy, followed by tourism and mining, writes Andrew Caddell. Photograph courtesy of Andrew Caddell
Much like for the rest of Canada, the economy, the environment, housing, Indigenous issues, and our relationship with our American neighbour loom large for
Much like for the rest of Canada, the economy, the environment, housing, Indigenous issues, and our relationship with our American neighbour loom large for
Kathleen Lake in Kluane National Park, with King's Throne in the distance. Government is the mainstay of the Yukon economy, followed by tourism and mining, writes Andrew Caddell. Photograph courtesy of Andrew Caddell
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon is sworn in to cabinet on May 13. Appointing a minister of AI is a welcome signal, but it is no substitute for real ambition, write Alexander Landry and Brendan Conway-Smith. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
If Canada wants to turn its G7 presidency into something lasting, AI is a clear test.
AI and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon is sworn in to cabinet on May 13. Appointing a minister of AI is a welcome signal, but it is no substitute for real ambition, write Alexander Landry and Brendan Conway-Smith. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Minister Kamal Khera speaks to reporters outside Rideau Hall on July 26, after taking over the disability file from Minister Carla Qualtrough in the cabinet shuffle. The Hill Time photograph by Andrew Meade
Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera will need support at the cabinet table to push for a new multi-billion-dollar social program at a time
Minister Kamal Khera speaks to reporters outside Rideau Hall on July 26, after taking over the disability file from Minister Carla Qualtrough in the cabinet shuffle. The Hill Time photograph by Andrew Meade
Stan Lee, interim president of the Public Service Commission, left, Fiona Spencer, commissioner, and Hélène Laurendeau, commissioner. The commission released its 2022-23 annual report earlier this month. Photographs courtesy of the government of Canada, X
The federal public service increased by 6.5 per cent between the beginning of April 2022 and the end of March 2023, on the strength
Stan Lee, interim president of the Public Service Commission, left, Fiona Spencer, commissioner, and Hélène Laurendeau, commissioner. The commission released its 2022-23 annual report earlier this month. Photographs courtesy of the government of Canada, X
'We’re seeing longer, more destructive, more localized conflicts in the world. When that happens there’s always a Canadian in the mix,' says former senior
Global Affairs Canada, headquartered in the Pearson Building on Sussex Drive, has been tasked with leading evacuation efforts in Sudan, Israel, and Gaza over the past year. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
'We’re seeing longer, more destructive, more localized conflicts in the world. When that happens there’s always a Canadian in the mix,' says former senior
'We’re seeing longer, more destructive, more localized conflicts in the world. When that happens there’s always a Canadian in the mix,' says former senior
Global Affairs Canada, headquartered in the Pearson Building on Sussex Drive, has been tasked with leading evacuation efforts in Sudan, Israel, and Gaza over the past year. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
There was significant progress toward improving the humanitarian system in 2023 when Canada passed Bill C-41, enabling us to send aid to Afghanistan for the first time in almost three years, writes Paul Hagerman. UN photograph by Eric Kanalstein
We’ve seen some gains to improve the humanitarian system so that in the future, fewer people will need our help, but we feel the
There was significant progress toward improving the humanitarian system in 2023 when Canada passed Bill C-41, enabling us to send aid to Afghanistan for the first time in almost three years, writes Paul Hagerman. UN photograph by Eric Kanalstein
Along with a couple of promotions, changes to Minister Vandal’s office this fall include the addition of parliamentary affairs adviser Rachelle DuBois.
Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal speaks with reporters after a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on Oct. 4, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Along with a couple of promotions, changes to Minister Vandal’s office this fall include the addition of parliamentary affairs adviser Rachelle DuBois.
Along with a couple of promotions, changes to Minister Vandal’s office this fall include the addition of parliamentary affairs adviser Rachelle DuBois.
Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal speaks with reporters after a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on Oct. 4, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
El Niño is not part of climate change, but in 2024 it will get piled on top of a lot of climate warming that has happened over the past seven years, so it’s certain to break all previous records. The question is by how much. Jim Hansen say by a lot, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Cpl. Marc-André Leclerc, 2023 DND-MDN Canada
The world crossed the threshold into +1.2° about two years ago, and the general assumption was that we would stay in that zone for at least
El Niño is not part of climate change, but in 2024 it will get piled on top of a lot of climate warming that has happened over the past seven years, so it’s certain to break all previous records. The question is by how much. Jim Hansen say by a lot, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Cpl. Marc-André Leclerc, 2023 DND-MDN Canada
In the 2022 federal budget, Finance Minster Chrystia Freeland unveiled plans for a Canada Innovation Corporation that would support Canadian businesses to develop and protect IP, and enhance their ability to act as high-value suppliers in global value chains. But Ottawa is in no rush. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
We lack an economy that can sustain our standard of living going forward. Without change, young Canadians face a much diminished future.
In the 2022 federal budget, Finance Minster Chrystia Freeland unveiled plans for a Canada Innovation Corporation that would support Canadian businesses to develop and protect IP, and enhance their ability to act as high-value suppliers in global value chains. But Ottawa is in no rush. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Outgoing Nunavut Senator Dennis Patterson, wearing a sealskin parka, rides in the back of a pick-up truck in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, in February 2018. Photograph courtesy of Claudine Santosthe in the office of Dennis Patterson
Dennis Patterson, a southerner, has been the sole Senator for Nunavut, the territory he helped create since 2009, and retires on Dec. 30.
Outgoing Nunavut Senator Dennis Patterson, wearing a sealskin parka, rides in the back of a pick-up truck in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, in February 2018. Photograph courtesy of Claudine Santosthe in the office of Dennis Patterson
A Volkswagen is parked on Ottawa's Sparks Street on Sept. 27, as EV industry reps prepare to meet with government. Announcements to date have focused on support for transitioning production lines to EVs and building factories to make battery systems, but there has been little attention given to the development of electric motors, writes Ron Harper. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With all the attention and money on EV batteries and production, absolutely no one is talking about the supply chain for the motor or
A Volkswagen is parked on Ottawa's Sparks Street on Sept. 27, as EV industry reps prepare to meet with government. Announcements to date have focused on support for transitioning production lines to EVs and building factories to make battery systems, but there has been little attention given to the development of electric motors, writes Ron Harper. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
By prioritizing transparency, accountability, citizen satisfaction, social equity, and citizen involvement, the federal public service can build a robust and responsive governance system.
Ultimately, a government and public service that places the people at the centre of its operations is better equipped to address the evolving needs of society and foster a sense of collective well-being among all Canadians, writes Don Head. Photograph courtesy of Pixabay
By prioritizing transparency, accountability, citizen satisfaction, social equity, and citizen involvement, the federal public service can build a robust and responsive governance system.
By prioritizing transparency, accountability, citizen satisfaction, social equity, and citizen involvement, the federal public service can build a robust and responsive governance system.
Ultimately, a government and public service that places the people at the centre of its operations is better equipped to address the evolving needs of society and foster a sense of collective well-being among all Canadians, writes Don Head. Photograph courtesy of Pixabay
When one factors in actual capability and commitment, Canada can hardly be referred to as either ‘delinquent’ or a ‘freeloader,’ despite the magic NATO
Chief of Defence Staff General Wayne Eyre, left, and Defence Minister Bill Blair attend a House National Defence Committee meeting on Sept. 28, 2023. In the past year, Canada has announced more than $30-billion in new defence contracts, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
When one factors in actual capability and commitment, Canada can hardly be referred to as either ‘delinquent’ or a ‘freeloader,’ despite the magic NATO
When one factors in actual capability and commitment, Canada can hardly be referred to as either ‘delinquent’ or a ‘freeloader,’ despite the magic NATO
Chief of Defence Staff General Wayne Eyre, left, and Defence Minister Bill Blair attend a House National Defence Committee meeting on Sept. 28, 2023. In the past year, Canada has announced more than $30-billion in new defence contracts, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The exponential growth in air conditioning using potent HFCs is a serious climate threat. Of course, the HFCs are only harmful if they are released to the atmosphere, writes researcher Blaise Salmon. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
The sad truth is that the refrigerant gases helping us adapt to climate change are themselves a leading driver of the crisis. Effective rules and
The exponential growth in air conditioning using potent HFCs is a serious climate threat. Of course, the HFCs are only harmful if they are released to the atmosphere, writes researcher Blaise Salmon. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc said that 'Canada has taken a major step in strengthening gun control and combatting gun violence' with the passing of Bill C-21, in a Public Safety Canada press release on Dec. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bills that received royal assent on Dec. 15 as the House wrapped up its work for 2023 include Bill C-21, the Liberals’ gun control
Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc said that 'Canada has taken a major step in strengthening gun control and combatting gun violence' with the passing of Bill C-21, in a Public Safety Canada press release on Dec. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Solving the Rohingya crisis lies in the democratic development of Myanmar. Canada can take a further step by recognizing the National Unity Government as
John Jonaid, left, and Myanmar National Unity Government Deputy Human Rights Minister Aung Kyaw Moe in Ottawa in June 2021. Photograph courtesy of John Jonaid
Solving the Rohingya crisis lies in the democratic development of Myanmar. Canada can take a further step by recognizing the National Unity Government as
Solving the Rohingya crisis lies in the democratic development of Myanmar. Canada can take a further step by recognizing the National Unity Government as
John Jonaid, left, and Myanmar National Unity Government Deputy Human Rights Minister Aung Kyaw Moe in Ottawa in June 2021. Photograph courtesy of John Jonaid
Canada’s last national volunteer strategy was launched in 1967. We need an integrated, consistent, and cohesive approach to support all forms of participation and
We have a once-in-a-generation chance to rebuild the powerful sense of community that has been eroded by the well-documented increase in loneliness and decrease in social connections, writes Megan Conway. Pexels photograph by Rodolfo Quirós
Canada’s last national volunteer strategy was launched in 1967. We need an integrated, consistent, and cohesive approach to support all forms of participation and
Canada’s last national volunteer strategy was launched in 1967. We need an integrated, consistent, and cohesive approach to support all forms of participation and
We have a once-in-a-generation chance to rebuild the powerful sense of community that has been eroded by the well-documented increase in loneliness and decrease in social connections, writes Megan Conway. Pexels photograph by Rodolfo Quirós
While Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and his party have done a good job convincing voters they would cut the carbon tax and make housing more affordable if elected, pollster David Coletto says that as the Tory coalition grows, those voters will be seeking an acceptable government in waiting, and begin to ask 'what else?' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Conservatives still have a double-digit lead across every recent poll, but analysis by the Angus Reid Institute show that with potentially a year
While Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and his party have done a good job convincing voters they would cut the carbon tax and make housing more affordable if elected, pollster David Coletto says that as the Tory coalition grows, those voters will be seeking an acceptable government in waiting, and begin to ask 'what else?' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Federal Economic Development for Southern Ontario Minister Filomena Tassi speaks with reporters about the introduction of Bill C-50 in the House of Commons foyer on June 15, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Some new hires are expected in Minister Tassi’s office in the near future following the recent exits of two staffers focused on parliamentary affairs
Federal Economic Development for Southern Ontario Minister Filomena Tassi speaks with reporters about the introduction of Bill C-50 in the House of Commons foyer on June 15, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In his new book, The Paradox of Parliament (University of Toronto Press) Jonathan Malloy describes the catch-22 that Canada's Parliament contends with—that it is expected to serve two different contradictory purposes: represent all Canadians, while also governing decisively and with conviction. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Is Parliament doomed to fail? Or is it not as bad as most Canadians think it is? Jonathan Malloy, a scholar of Canadian political
In his new book, The Paradox of Parliament (University of Toronto Press) Jonathan Malloy describes the catch-22 that Canada's Parliament contends with—that it is expected to serve two different contradictory purposes: represent all Canadians, while also governing decisively and with conviction. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and then-prime minister of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, who is now Latvia's foreign minister, at a joint press conference in West Block on May 12, 2022. Canada's military presence in Latvia is a key contribution to NATO operations, writes Roger Cyr. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Using a percentage of GDP to measure military readiness of nations is not an accurate method to gage the contribution of NATO members. This
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and then-prime minister of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, who is now Latvia's foreign minister, at a joint press conference in West Block on May 12, 2022. Canada's military presence in Latvia is a key contribution to NATO operations, writes Roger Cyr. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
