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Laura Ryckewaert

Laura Ryckewaert has been a reporter with The Hill Times since 2011 and a deputy editor since 2019. Originally from Toronto, she’s been living in the national capital since 2007 and is a graduate of Carleton University’s bachelor of journalism program. She tackles the Hill Climbers column for the paper, which follows political staffing changes on Parliament Hill, and, among other things, regularly covers the Procedure and House Affairs Committee, the Board of Internal Economy, and Parliamentary Precinct renovations.

Women fill most senior staff roles in WAGE minister Valdez’s office

  • Carina Gabriele is director of policy to the minister, while Lauriane Songuissa-Moulangou is director of operations, and Aiman Akmal runs parliamentary affairs and issues
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 8, 2025
Women and Gender Equality Minister, and Secretary of State for Small Business and Tourism Rechie Valdez is currently supported by a team of 16 staffers. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Women fill most senior staff roles in WAGE minister Valdez’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Carina Gabriele is director of policy to the minister, while Lauriane Songuissa-Moulangou is director of operations, and Aiman Akmal runs parliamentary affairs and issues

Women fill most senior staff roles in WAGE minister Valdez’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 8, 2025
  • Carina Gabriele is director of policy to the minister, while Lauriane Songuissa-Moulangou is director of operations, and Aiman Akmal runs parliamentary affairs and issues
Women and Gender Equality Minister, and Secretary of State for Small Business and Tourism Rechie Valdez is currently supported by a team of 16 staffers. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Meet the staffers supporting secretaries of state Sarai, van Koeverden 

  • Olga Radchenko is running policy for the secretary of state for international development, while Nathan Abdelnour is the senior-most policy aide in the sport
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 6, 2025
Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai, left, and Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade

Meet the staffers supporting secretaries of state Sarai, van Koeverden 

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 6, 2025
  • Olga Radchenko is running policy for the secretary of state for international development, while Nathan Abdelnour is the senior-most policy aide in the sport

Meet the staffers supporting secretaries of state Sarai, van Koeverden 

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 6, 2025
  • Olga Radchenko is running policy for the secretary of state for international development, while Nathan Abdelnour is the senior-most policy aide in the sport
Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai, left, and Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade

A dive into Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Chartrand’s office

  • Sacha Atherly is director of policy to the minister, supported by senior policy advisers Éamonn Carroll and Brad Boudreau.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 1, 2025
Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Rebecca Chartrand, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon during the cabinet swearing in at Rideau Hall on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

A dive into Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Chartrand’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 1, 2025
  • Sacha Atherly is director of policy to the minister, supported by senior policy advisers Éamonn Carroll and Brad Boudreau.

A dive into Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Chartrand’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 1, 2025
  • Sacha Atherly is director of policy to the minister, supported by senior policy advisers Éamonn Carroll and Brad Boudreau.
Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Rebecca Chartrand, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon during the cabinet swearing in at Rideau Hall on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Advance voting in Canada continues to rise—and it’s changing campaigning

  • With more and more Canadians locking in their votes early, campaign rollouts have had to adjust, or ‘miss the window,’ says former Liberal strategist
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 30, 2025
Some 44 per cent of voters in this year's federal election cast their ballots before election day, including the 7.5 million people who made their way to vote at advance polls. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Advance voting in Canada continues to rise—and it’s changing campaigning

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 30, 2025
  • With more and more Canadians locking in their votes early, campaign rollouts have had to adjust, or ‘miss the window,’ says former Liberal strategist

Advance voting in Canada continues to rise—and it’s changing campaigning

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 30, 2025
  • With more and more Canadians locking in their votes early, campaign rollouts have had to adjust, or ‘miss the window,’ says former Liberal strategist
Some 44 per cent of voters in this year's federal election cast their ballots before election day, including the 7.5 million people who made their way to vote at advance polls. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Who’s who on Veterans Minister McKnight’s team

  • Mike Hamm is in charge of policy in the veterans affairs office, while Colin Lalonde oversees parliamentary affairs, and Riya Khanna runs operations.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 29, 2025
Veterans Affairs Minister Jill McKnight, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon at the cabinet swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Who’s who on Veterans Minister McKnight’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 29, 2025
  • Mike Hamm is in charge of policy in the veterans affairs office, while Colin Lalonde oversees parliamentary affairs, and Riya Khanna runs operations.

Who’s who on Veterans Minister McKnight’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 29, 2025
  • Mike Hamm is in charge of policy in the veterans affairs office, while Colin Lalonde oversees parliamentary affairs, and Riya Khanna runs operations.
Veterans Affairs Minister Jill McKnight, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon at the cabinet swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

A look at Industry Minister Mélanie Joly’s new team

  • Ian Cameron and David McFarlane have returned to the Hill as senior adviser and strategy director, and director of policy to the industry minister,
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 24, 2025
Mélanie Joly
Mélanie Joly
While at least a couple of further hires are expected, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly currently has a 22-member team in place. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A look at Industry Minister Mélanie Joly’s new team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 24, 2025
  • Ian Cameron and David McFarlane have returned to the Hill as senior adviser and strategy director, and director of policy to the industry minister,

A look at Industry Minister Mélanie Joly’s new team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 24, 2025
  • Ian Cameron and David McFarlane have returned to the Hill as senior adviser and strategy director, and director of policy to the industry minister,
Mélanie Joly
While at least a couple of further hires are expected, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly currently has a 22-member team in place. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Identifying the 20-plus members in Culture Minister Guilbeault’s office

  • Brian McKay is deputy chief of staff and policy director, while Luke Guimond is director of official languages, and Vanessa Cranston leads parliamentary affairs.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 22, 2025
Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault is scrummed by reporters outside a cabinet meeting in the West Block on May 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Identifying the 20-plus members in Culture Minister Guilbeault’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian McKay is deputy chief of staff and policy director, while Luke Guimond is director of official languages, and Vanessa Cranston leads parliamentary affairs.

Identifying the 20-plus members in Culture Minister Guilbeault’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 22, 2025
  • Brian McKay is deputy chief of staff and policy director, while Luke Guimond is director of official languages, and Vanessa Cranston leads parliamentary affairs.
Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault is scrummed by reporters outside a cabinet meeting in the West Block on May 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

A rundown of the humans behind AI Minister Solomon’s shop

  • Michael Paramathasan has been hired as a director of policy to the minister, while Peter Wall is in place as director of communications.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 15, 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon has a 14-member office currently in place. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A rundown of the humans behind AI Minister Solomon’s shop

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Michael Paramathasan has been hired as a director of policy to the minister, while Peter Wall is in place as director of communications.

A rundown of the humans behind AI Minister Solomon’s shop

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 15, 2025
  • Michael Paramathasan has been hired as a director of policy to the minister, while Peter Wall is in place as director of communications.
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Minister Evan Solomon has a 14-member office currently in place. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Who’s who in Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Alty’s office

  • The minister’s 14-member team includes deputy chief of staff and policy director Sherry Smith, litigation director Vince Haraldsen, and operations director Danielle Boyle.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters in Gatineau, Que., on July 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Who’s who in Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Alty’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
  • The minister’s 14-member team includes deputy chief of staff and policy director Sherry Smith, litigation director Vince Haraldsen, and operations director Danielle Boyle.

Who’s who in Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Alty’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
  • The minister’s 14-member team includes deputy chief of staff and policy director Sherry Smith, litigation director Vince Haraldsen, and operations director Danielle Boyle.
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty speaks with reporters in Gatineau, Que., on July 17. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Course correction’ needed to ensure new childcare spaces meet federal accessibility targets, says economist

  • ‘If you don’t change how the expansion is happening, it’ll continue to be for-profit spaces where it’s convenient for providers to locate them,’ says
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu. Employment and Social Development Canada says it's 'undertaking detailed technical discussions on 2025-2026 Action Plans with the provinces and territories.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Course correction’ needed to ensure new childcare spaces meet federal accessibility targets, says economist

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
  • ‘If you don’t change how the expansion is happening, it’ll continue to be for-profit spaces where it’s convenient for providers to locate them,’ says

‘Course correction’ needed to ensure new childcare spaces meet federal accessibility targets, says economist

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 10, 2025
  • ‘If you don’t change how the expansion is happening, it’ll continue to be for-profit spaces where it’s convenient for providers to locate them,’ says
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu. Employment and Social Development Canada says it's 'undertaking detailed technical discussions on 2025-2026 Action Plans with the provinces and territories.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Diving into the offices of secretaries of state Fuhr, Provost

  • Mary-Rose Brown is chief of staff to Secretary of State Stephen Fuhr, while Jean-Sébastien Bock is running Secretary of State Nathalie Provost's shop.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 8, 2025
Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr, left, and Secretary of State for Nature Nathalie Provost currently have five staff each. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia

Diving into the offices of secretaries of state Fuhr, Provost

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Mary-Rose Brown is chief of staff to Secretary of State Stephen Fuhr, while Jean-Sébastien Bock is running Secretary of State Nathalie Provost's shop.

Diving into the offices of secretaries of state Fuhr, Provost

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 8, 2025
  • Mary-Rose Brown is chief of staff to Secretary of State Stephen Fuhr, while Jean-Sébastien Bock is running Secretary of State Nathalie Provost's shop.
Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr, left, and Secretary of State for Nature Nathalie Provost currently have five staff each. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia

Fisheries Minister Thompson in market for new policy director, with 16 staff currently on board

  • The team includes Morgan McCullough as director of operations and aquaculture, policy adviser Jackson Coles, and director of communications Emily Heffernan.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson will soon be in the market for a new director of policy, with Kurtis Layden set to exit the role this month. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Fisheries Minister Thompson in market for new policy director, with 16 staff currently on board

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
  • The team includes Morgan McCullough as director of operations and aquaculture, policy adviser Jackson Coles, and director of communications Emily Heffernan.

Fisheries Minister Thompson in market for new policy director, with 16 staff currently on board

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
  • The team includes Morgan McCullough as director of operations and aquaculture, policy adviser Jackson Coles, and director of communications Emily Heffernan.
Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson will soon be in the market for a new director of policy, with Kurtis Layden set to exit the role this month. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Sunshine is what is needed’: 2025 election, foreign interference issues on deck for PROC this fall

  • Conservative vice-chair Michael Cooper says he thinks the Longest Ballot Committee's efforts may also need to be explored by the House Affairs Committee.
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
MPs attend a post-election orientation session in the House of Commons Chamber on May 21. The Lower Chamber is set to return from summer recess on Sept. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Sunshine is what is needed’: 2025 election, foreign interference issues on deck for PROC this fall

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
  • Conservative vice-chair Michael Cooper says he thinks the Longest Ballot Committee's efforts may also need to be explored by the House Affairs Committee.

‘Sunshine is what is needed’: 2025 election, foreign interference issues on deck for PROC this fall

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 3, 2025
  • Conservative vice-chair Michael Cooper says he thinks the Longest Ballot Committee's efforts may also need to be explored by the House Affairs Committee.
MPs attend a post-election orientation session in the House of Commons Chamber on May 21. The Lower Chamber is set to return from summer recess on Sept. 15. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A look at Jobs and Families Minister Hajdu’s 28-member team

  • Sebastian Clarke is director of policy to Minister Hajdu, supported by deputy directors Crystina Dundas and Ellen Galupo.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 1, 2025
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon at Rideau Hall for the cabinet swearing in on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

A look at Jobs and Families Minister Hajdu’s 28-member team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Sebastian Clarke is director of policy to Minister Hajdu, supported by deputy directors Crystina Dundas and Ellen Galupo.

A look at Jobs and Families Minister Hajdu’s 28-member team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | September 1, 2025
  • Sebastian Clarke is director of policy to Minister Hajdu, supported by deputy directors Crystina Dundas and Ellen Galupo.
Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu, centre, with Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon at Rideau Hall for the cabinet swearing in on May 13. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

A dozen staffers accounted for so far on Treasury Board President Ali’s team

  • Matthieu Perrotin will be joining the team as director of issues management and deputy director of communications as of Sept. 3.
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 27, 2025
Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali will soon have a 12-member team in place. This includes two staff who previously worked in his MP constituency office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A dozen staffers accounted for so far on Treasury Board President Ali’s team

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 27, 2025
  • Matthieu Perrotin will be joining the team as director of issues management and deputy director of communications as of Sept. 3.

A dozen staffers accounted for so far on Treasury Board President Ali’s team

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 27, 2025
  • Matthieu Perrotin will be joining the team as director of issues management and deputy director of communications as of Sept. 3.
Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali will soon have a 12-member team in place. This includes two staff who previously worked in his MP constituency office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

‘Putting people first’: new Veterans Minister McKnight readies for fall as advocates push for change

  • Veterans advocates and groups are urging for a new approach, and for action on long-standing calls for change to improve the lives of former
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 26, 2025
New Veterans Affairs and Associate Defence Minister Jill McKnight, centre, at Rideau Hall for her cabinet swearing in on May 13 alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

‘Putting people first’: new Veterans Minister McKnight readies for fall as advocates push for change

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 26, 2025
  • Veterans advocates and groups are urging for a new approach, and for action on long-standing calls for change to improve the lives of former

‘Putting people first’: new Veterans Minister McKnight readies for fall as advocates push for change

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 26, 2025
  • Veterans advocates and groups are urging for a new approach, and for action on long-standing calls for change to improve the lives of former
New Veterans Affairs and Associate Defence Minister Jill McKnight, centre, at Rideau Hall for her cabinet swearing in on May 13 alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Governor General Mary Simon. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Who’s who in Emergency Minister Olszewski’s shop

  • Dan Lussier is back in the political trenches as director of policy to the minister, supported by deputy director Tania Amghar.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 25, 2025
Emergency Management and Community Resilience Minister Eleanor Olszewski speaks with reporters in the House of Commons foyer in the West Block on June 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Who’s who in Emergency Minister Olszewski’s shop

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Dan Lussier is back in the political trenches as director of policy to the minister, supported by deputy director Tania Amghar.

Who’s who in Emergency Minister Olszewski’s shop

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 25, 2025
  • Dan Lussier is back in the political trenches as director of policy to the minister, supported by deputy director Tania Amghar.
Emergency Management and Community Resilience Minister Eleanor Olszewski speaks with reporters in the House of Commons foyer in the West Block on June 3. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Plugging into Energy Minister Hodgson’s team

  • The minister now has a 17-member staff contingent, which includes Carolyn Svonkin as director of communications and Bryn de Chastelain as director of operations.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson speaks with reporters in the West Block on June 13. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Plugging into Energy Minister Hodgson’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The minister now has a 17-member staff contingent, which includes Carolyn Svonkin as director of communications and Bryn de Chastelain as director of operations.

Plugging into Energy Minister Hodgson’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
  • The minister now has a 17-member staff contingent, which includes Carolyn Svonkin as director of communications and Bryn de Chastelain as director of operations.
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson speaks with reporters in the West Block on June 13. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senate’s urban beekeeping project continues to buzz along 

  • Hill visitors have been able to buy a taste of the Senate of Canada’s honey since May.
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
Beekeepers tend the hives beside the Senate of Canada Building in downtown Ottawa. Photograph courtesy of Public Services and Procurement Canada

Senate’s urban beekeeping project continues to buzz along 

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
  • Hill visitors have been able to buy a taste of the Senate of Canada’s honey since May.

Senate’s urban beekeeping project continues to buzz along 

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 20, 2025
  • Hill visitors have been able to buy a taste of the Senate of Canada’s honey since May.
Beekeepers tend the hives beside the Senate of Canada Building in downtown Ottawa. Photograph courtesy of Public Services and Procurement Canada

A baker’s dozen of staff currently in place in Minister Gull-Masty’s office

  • The team so far includes director of Indigenous relations Kristen Moar, director of operations Chantal Tshimanga, and director of communications Jérémy Collard.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 18, 2025
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty has a 13-member staff team confirmed so far in her office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A baker’s dozen of staff currently in place in Minister Gull-Masty’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 18, 2025
  • The team so far includes director of Indigenous relations Kristen Moar, director of operations Chantal Tshimanga, and director of communications Jérémy Collard.

A baker’s dozen of staff currently in place in Minister Gull-Masty’s office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 18, 2025
  • The team so far includes director of Indigenous relations Kristen Moar, director of operations Chantal Tshimanga, and director of communications Jérémy Collard.
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty has a 13-member staff team confirmed so far in her office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

The house that Robertson built: a look at the minister’s team to date 

  • Mary-Liz Power is director of policy to Housing Minister Gregor Robertson, while Reeha Korpal leads work related to the minister's Pacific Economic Development Canada
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 13, 2025
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson on his way into a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on June 11. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

The house that Robertson built: a look at the minister’s team to date 

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 13, 2025
  • Mary-Liz Power is director of policy to Housing Minister Gregor Robertson, while Reeha Korpal leads work related to the minister's Pacific Economic Development Canada

The house that Robertson built: a look at the minister’s team to date 

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 13, 2025
  • Mary-Liz Power is director of policy to Housing Minister Gregor Robertson, while Reeha Korpal leads work related to the minister's Pacific Economic Development Canada
Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson on his way into a Liberal caucus meeting in the West Block on June 11. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A few familiar faces fill Minister Fraser’s justice office

  • Morgan MacDougall-Milne continues as director of litigation to the federal justice minister, while Keiran Gibbs has returned to the file as director of policy.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 11, 2025
Sean Fraser
Sean Fraser
Justice Minister Sean Fraser currently has 19 political staffers at work in his office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A few familiar faces fill Minister Fraser’s justice office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 11, 2025
  • Morgan MacDougall-Milne continues as director of litigation to the federal justice minister, while Keiran Gibbs has returned to the file as director of policy.

A few familiar faces fill Minister Fraser’s justice office

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 11, 2025
  • Morgan MacDougall-Milne continues as director of litigation to the federal justice minister, while Keiran Gibbs has returned to the file as director of policy.
Sean Fraser
Justice Minister Sean Fraser currently has 19 political staffers at work in his office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A roundup of Immigration Minister Diab’s team so far

  • Elizabeth Cheesbrough has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the minister, while Lisa Cheskes reprises her role as director
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 4, 2025
Lena Metlege Diab
Lena Metlege Diab
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Minister Lena Metlege Diab arrives for a National Security Council meeting in the West Block in Ottawa on June 13. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A roundup of Immigration Minister Diab’s team so far

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Elizabeth Cheesbrough has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the minister, while Lisa Cheskes reprises her role as director

A roundup of Immigration Minister Diab’s team so far

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | August 4, 2025
  • Elizabeth Cheesbrough has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the minister, while Lisa Cheskes reprises her role as director
Lena Metlege Diab
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Minister Lena Metlege Diab arrives for a National Security Council meeting in the West Block in Ottawa on June 13. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

PSPC sparks backlash as it eyes shift to ‘lowest-bid’ approach to Hill freelance interpretation assignments

  • The International Association of Conference Interpreters Canada wants to see PSPC’s proposed changes put ‘on ice until we have an opportunity to talk and
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 29, 2025
Freelance interpreters, whose current contracts had been set to expire on June 30, have been offered six-month extensions as Public Services and Procurement Canada seeks to introduce a new Standing Offer. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

PSPC sparks backlash as it eyes shift to ‘lowest-bid’ approach to Hill freelance interpretation assignments

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 29, 2025
  • The International Association of Conference Interpreters Canada wants to see PSPC’s proposed changes put ‘on ice until we have an opportunity to talk and

PSPC sparks backlash as it eyes shift to ‘lowest-bid’ approach to Hill freelance interpretation assignments

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 29, 2025
  • The International Association of Conference Interpreters Canada wants to see PSPC’s proposed changes put ‘on ice until we have an opportunity to talk and
Freelance interpreters, whose current contracts had been set to expire on June 30, have been offered six-month extensions as Public Services and Procurement Canada seeks to introduce a new Standing Offer. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Checking up on Health Minister Michel’s current 17-member team

  • For one, Sandenga Yeba has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the first-time minister.
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 28, 2025
Marjorie Michel
Marjorie Michel
Health Minister Marjorie Michel—a former Hill staffer herself—has 17 staff currently working in her ministerial office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Checking up on Health Minister Michel’s current 17-member team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 28, 2025
  • For one, Sandenga Yeba has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the first-time minister.

Checking up on Health Minister Michel’s current 17-member team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 28, 2025
  • For one, Sandenga Yeba has been named deputy chief of staff and director of policy to the first-time minister.
Marjorie Michel
Health Minister Marjorie Michel—a former Hill staffer herself—has 17 staff currently working in her ministerial office. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A look at PM Mark Carney’s current senior PMO staff lineup

  • A slate of former cabinet chiefs of staff are now filling senior roles in Mark Carney’s office, including deputy directors of policy Shaili Patel
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney had a 15-member senior team in his office as of July 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A look at PM Mark Carney’s current senior PMO staff lineup

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
  • A slate of former cabinet chiefs of staff are now filling senior roles in Mark Carney’s office, including deputy directors of policy Shaili Patel

A look at PM Mark Carney’s current senior PMO staff lineup

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
  • A slate of former cabinet chiefs of staff are now filling senior roles in Mark Carney’s office, including deputy directors of policy Shaili Patel
Prime Minister Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney had a 15-member senior team in his office as of July 18. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senator Harder wants to legislate how the feds handle the notwithstanding clause—his colleagues have some concerns

  • Ontario Senator Peter Harder’s Bill S-218 follows a motion last Parliament that sought to foster reflection on use of the Charter of Rights and
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
The potential handling of federal legislation that invokes the notwithstanding clause is a question that 'deserves more than a conversation,' says Ontario Senator Peter Harder. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senator Harder wants to legislate how the feds handle the notwithstanding clause—his colleagues have some concerns

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
  • Ontario Senator Peter Harder’s Bill S-218 follows a motion last Parliament that sought to foster reflection on use of the Charter of Rights and

Senator Harder wants to legislate how the feds handle the notwithstanding clause—his colleagues have some concerns

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 23, 2025
  • Ontario Senator Peter Harder’s Bill S-218 follows a motion last Parliament that sought to foster reflection on use of the Charter of Rights and
The potential handling of federal legislation that invokes the notwithstanding clause is a question that 'deserves more than a conversation,' says Ontario Senator Peter Harder. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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Francophone MPs ‘feel some discrimination’ over translation issues, says Bloc Whip

  • House committee witness testimony since September has taken place entirely by videoconference, and with audio issues repeatedly impacting translation—most often translation from or into
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 9, 2020
Can you hear me now? The Bloc Québécois' representative at the House Board of Internal Economy, pictured during its Dec. 3 meeting, recently raised concerns over perceived language discrimination on the part of francophone MPs as a result of translation issues during hybrid meetings. Screenshot courtesy of ParlVu

Francophone MPs ‘feel some discrimination’ over translation issues, says Bloc Whip

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 9, 2020
  • House committee witness testimony since September has taken place entirely by videoconference, and with audio issues repeatedly impacting translation—most often translation from or into

Francophone MPs ‘feel some discrimination’ over translation issues, says Bloc Whip

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 9, 2020
  • House committee witness testimony since September has taken place entirely by videoconference, and with audio issues repeatedly impacting translation—most often translation from or into
Can you hear me now? The Bloc Québécois' representative at the House Board of Internal Economy, pictured during its Dec. 3 meeting, recently raised concerns over perceived language discrimination on the part of francophone MPs as a result of translation issues during hybrid meetings. Screenshot courtesy of ParlVu

BOIE approves multiple plans for Centre Block’s renovation, including new glass enclosures

  • The House Board of Internal Economy recently green-lit a series of recommendations for the Centre Block building’s renovation, including an expansion of the lobbies
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
Centre Block's Hall of Honour is pictured on Dec. 2, facing north. Among the recent plans approved by the Board of Internal Economy was one to enclose the courtyard-like space above the hall and construct an infill that would offer new space on the fourth, fifth, and sixth floors of the building. The exact use of that space is still to be determined. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

BOIE approves multiple plans for Centre Block’s renovation, including new glass enclosures

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
  • The House Board of Internal Economy recently green-lit a series of recommendations for the Centre Block building’s renovation, including an expansion of the lobbies

BOIE approves multiple plans for Centre Block’s renovation, including new glass enclosures

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
  • The House Board of Internal Economy recently green-lit a series of recommendations for the Centre Block building’s renovation, including an expansion of the lobbies
Centre Block's Hall of Honour is pictured on Dec. 2, facing north. Among the recent plans approved by the Board of Internal Economy was one to enclose the courtyard-like space above the hall and construct an infill that would offer new space on the fourth, fifth, and sixth floors of the building. The exact use of that space is still to be determined. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

New comms director joins Minister McKenna’s team

  • Infrastructure and Communities Minister Catherine McKenna has a new head of communications in her ministerial office, with Michelle Johnston recently hired to take over
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
From left to right: Infrastructure Minister Catherine McKenna, Justice Minister David Lametti, Government House Leader and Quebec Lieutenant Pablo Rodriguez, and Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

New comms director joins Minister McKenna’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
  • Infrastructure and Communities Minister Catherine McKenna has a new head of communications in her ministerial office, with Michelle Johnston recently hired to take over

New comms director joins Minister McKenna’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 7, 2020
  • Infrastructure and Communities Minister Catherine McKenna has a new head of communications in her ministerial office, with Michelle Johnston recently hired to take over
From left to right: Infrastructure Minister Catherine McKenna, Justice Minister David Lametti, Government House Leader and Quebec Lieutenant Pablo Rodriguez, and Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

BOIE approves nearly $12-million in new annual House spending

  • The House of Commons’ Board of Internal Economy recently gave its stamp of approval to roughly $11.8-million in new annual spending, including funds needed
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
The House of Common's Board of Internal Economy recently approved a combined total of $11.8-million in new annual spending, including $3.2-million for software subscriptions for House-provided mobile devices. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

BOIE approves nearly $12-million in new annual House spending

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
  • The House of Commons’ Board of Internal Economy recently gave its stamp of approval to roughly $11.8-million in new annual spending, including funds needed

BOIE approves nearly $12-million in new annual House spending

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
  • The House of Commons’ Board of Internal Economy recently gave its stamp of approval to roughly $11.8-million in new annual spending, including funds needed
The House of Common's Board of Internal Economy recently approved a combined total of $11.8-million in new annual spending, including $3.2-million for software subscriptions for House-provided mobile devices. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senior staff moves among recent changes to Minister Bains’ team

  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has seen a handful of staffing changes to his office of late, including the recent exit of
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
Innovation Minister Navdeep Bains, pictured on Nov. 17 during a press conference in the West Block to introduce of Bill C-11, the Digital Charter Implementation Act. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Senior staff moves among recent changes to Minister Bains’ team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has seen a handful of staffing changes to his office of late, including the recent exit of

Senior staff moves among recent changes to Minister Bains’ team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | December 2, 2020
  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has seen a handful of staffing changes to his office of late, including the recent exit of
Innovation Minister Navdeep Bains, pictured on Nov. 17 during a press conference in the West Block to introduce of Bill C-11, the Digital Charter Implementation Act. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

This just in: staffing update for Freeland’s finance ministerial team

  • It’s been more than three months since Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland put on the added hat of minister of finance, and Hill Climbers
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 30, 2020
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, pictured Nov. 23, 2020, during a press conference in the West Block to announce the opening of applications for the new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

This just in: staffing update for Freeland’s finance ministerial team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 30, 2020
  • It’s been more than three months since Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland put on the added hat of minister of finance, and Hill Climbers

This just in: staffing update for Freeland’s finance ministerial team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 30, 2020
  • It’s been more than three months since Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland put on the added hat of minister of finance, and Hill Climbers
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, pictured Nov. 23, 2020, during a press conference in the West Block to announce the opening of applications for the new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Katherine Koostachin joins PMO as a senior policy adviser

  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has a new wonk in his office with Katherine Koostachin having been brought on board last week as a senior
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Nov. 10 during a press conference on the government's COVID-19 response in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Alongside Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay, he announced a $20-million temporary Veterans Organizations Emergency Support fund. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Katherine Koostachin joins PMO as a senior policy adviser

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has a new wonk in his office with Katherine Koostachin having been brought on board last week as a senior

Katherine Koostachin joins PMO as a senior policy adviser

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has a new wonk in his office with Katherine Koostachin having been brought on board last week as a senior
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured Nov. 10 during a press conference on the government's COVID-19 response in the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. Alongside Veterans Affairs Minister Lawrence MacAulay, he announced a $20-million temporary Veterans Organizations Emergency Support fund. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

MPs, Senators look to fill Centre Block’s courtyards in recent reno recommendations

  • Centre Block’s previously unused courtyards are likely to see new construction to provide more office space for Senators and larger House of Commons lobbies,
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
The Centre Block building, pictured on July 15, is likely to see new construction in its previously unused courtyard spaces as part of the massive modernization and renovation project that's now underway. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

MPs, Senators look to fill Centre Block’s courtyards in recent reno recommendations

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
  • Centre Block’s previously unused courtyards are likely to see new construction to provide more office space for Senators and larger House of Commons lobbies,

MPs, Senators look to fill Centre Block’s courtyards in recent reno recommendations

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 18, 2020
  • Centre Block’s previously unused courtyards are likely to see new construction to provide more office space for Senators and larger House of Commons lobbies,
The Centre Block building, pictured on July 15, is likely to see new construction in its previously unused courtyard spaces as part of the massive modernization and renovation project that's now underway. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Champagne hires new comms director from environment minister’s team

  • Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne has a new director of communications in his office, having recently scooped up Ricky Landry from Environment and Climate
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 16, 2020
Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne, pictured left on Sept. 14, and Environment and Climate Change Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, pictured on Feb. 24. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Champagne hires new comms director from environment minister’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 16, 2020
  • Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne has a new director of communications in his office, having recently scooped up Ricky Landry from Environment and Climate

Champagne hires new comms director from environment minister’s team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 16, 2020
  • Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne has a new director of communications in his office, having recently scooped up Ricky Landry from Environment and Climate
Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne, pictured left on Sept. 14, and Environment and Climate Change Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, pictured on Feb. 24. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Three weeks to deadline, gridlocked Finance Committee’s pre-budget study in doubt

  • Locked in an impasse since the House of Commons’ return, the Finance Committee has yet to begin its pre-budget consultations and the clock is
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 11, 2020
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough are pictured at a press conference on Sept. 24. The Finance Committee's work is just one stream of the government's budget consultation process. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Three weeks to deadline, gridlocked Finance Committee’s pre-budget study in doubt

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 11, 2020
  • Locked in an impasse since the House of Commons’ return, the Finance Committee has yet to begin its pre-budget consultations and the clock is

Three weeks to deadline, gridlocked Finance Committee’s pre-budget study in doubt

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 11, 2020
  • Locked in an impasse since the House of Commons’ return, the Finance Committee has yet to begin its pre-budget consultations and the clock is
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough are pictured at a press conference on Sept. 24. The Finance Committee's work is just one stream of the government's budget consultation process. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A closer look at Erin O’Toole’s 78-member OLO team

  • While a few more hires are expected, Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole has largely transitioned into his new office as leader of the official opposition,
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole, pictured on Nov. 3 during a press conference in the West Block about COVID-19 relief measures for small businesses. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A closer look at Erin O’Toole’s 78-member OLO team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
  • While a few more hires are expected, Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole has largely transitioned into his new office as leader of the official opposition,

A closer look at Erin O’Toole’s 78-member OLO team

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
  • While a few more hires are expected, Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole has largely transitioned into his new office as leader of the official opposition,
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole, pictured on Nov. 3 during a press conference in the West Block about COVID-19 relief measures for small businesses. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Justice Minister Lametti’s director of criminal law leaves post to return to Legal Aid Commission in Yellowknife

  • Justice Minister and Attorney General David Lametti recently bade farewell to his director of criminal law, Nicola Langille. After roughly two years working in
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
Justice Minister David Lametti, pictured Oct. 19, 2020, speaking with media in the West Block about the re-introduction of Bill C-5, on sexual assault training in the criminal justice system. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Justice Minister Lametti’s director of criminal law leaves post to return to Legal Aid Commission in Yellowknife

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
  • Justice Minister and Attorney General David Lametti recently bade farewell to his director of criminal law, Nicola Langille. After roughly two years working in

Justice Minister Lametti’s director of criminal law leaves post to return to Legal Aid Commission in Yellowknife

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 9, 2020
  • Justice Minister and Attorney General David Lametti recently bade farewell to his director of criminal law, Nicola Langille. After roughly two years working in
Justice Minister David Lametti, pictured Oct. 19, 2020, speaking with media in the West Block about the re-introduction of Bill C-5, on sexual assault training in the criminal justice system. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Remote voting is the right tool for now, but should stay temporary: MPs

  • With more than two dozen remote votes by Zoom now under their belts, Members of Parliament say they’re adjusting to the House of Commons’
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
The House of Commons Chamber, pictured on May 13 during a meeting of the Special Committee on COVID-19. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Remote voting is the right tool for now, but should stay temporary: MPs

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
  • With more than two dozen remote votes by Zoom now under their belts, Members of Parliament say they’re adjusting to the House of Commons’

Remote voting is the right tool for now, but should stay temporary: MPs

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
  • With more than two dozen remote votes by Zoom now under their belts, Members of Parliament say they’re adjusting to the House of Commons’
The House of Commons Chamber, pictured on May 13 during a meeting of the Special Committee on COVID-19. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Minister Murray scoops up new EA from the LRB, which sees changes of its own

  • Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray has a new executive assistant in her office, with Liam MacKinnon having recently been scooped up from the Liberal
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray, pictured in the West Block on Nov. 21, 2019, with her then-senior communications adviser Farees Nathoo, who is now working for Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland (not pictured). The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Minister Murray scoops up new EA from the LRB, which sees changes of its own

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
  • Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray has a new executive assistant in her office, with Liam MacKinnon having recently been scooped up from the Liberal

Minister Murray scoops up new EA from the LRB, which sees changes of its own

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 4, 2020
  • Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray has a new executive assistant in her office, with Liam MacKinnon having recently been scooped up from the Liberal
Digital Government Minister Joyce Murray, pictured in the West Block on Nov. 21, 2019, with her then-senior communications adviser Farees Nathoo, who is now working for Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland (not pictured). The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A year after wrapping renovations, Indigenous space in 100 Wellington St. yet to open

  • One year after renovations were completed to ready the old U.S. Embassy at 100 Wellington St. for its new short-term use, featuring exhibits on
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
The Indigenous Peoples space, formerly the U.S. Embassy building, at 100 Wellington St. is pictured on Feb. 25. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

A year after wrapping renovations, Indigenous space in 100 Wellington St. yet to open

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
  • One year after renovations were completed to ready the old U.S. Embassy at 100 Wellington St. for its new short-term use, featuring exhibits on

A year after wrapping renovations, Indigenous space in 100 Wellington St. yet to open

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
  • One year after renovations were completed to ready the old U.S. Embassy at 100 Wellington St. for its new short-term use, featuring exhibits on
The Indigenous Peoples space, formerly the U.S. Embassy building, at 100 Wellington St. is pictured on Feb. 25. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic Development Minister Joly’s office makes a shedload of staffing moves

  • Economic Development and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly has some fresh faces in her office, including two new policy advisers, and new aides focused
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
Economic Development and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly, pictured Sept. 15, 2020, recently made Sandra Aubé's her acting chief of staff permanent. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Economic Development Minister Joly’s office makes a shedload of staffing moves

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
  • Economic Development and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly has some fresh faces in her office, including two new policy advisers, and new aides focused

Economic Development Minister Joly’s office makes a shedload of staffing moves

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | November 2, 2020
  • Economic Development and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly has some fresh faces in her office, including two new policy advisers, and new aides focused
Economic Development and Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly, pictured Sept. 15, 2020, recently made Sandra Aubé's her acting chief of staff permanent. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Staffing moves in Families Minister Hussen’s team include two new advisers

  • Families, Children, and Social Development Minister Ahmed Hussen has made a number of staffing changes in his office of late, including adding two new
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
Families Minister Ahmed Hussen, wearing a mask, is scrummed by media outside the West Block building on July 22. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Staffing moves in Families Minister Hussen’s team include two new advisers

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
  • Families, Children, and Social Development Minister Ahmed Hussen has made a number of staffing changes in his office of late, including adding two new

Staffing moves in Families Minister Hussen’s team include two new advisers

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
  • Families, Children, and Social Development Minister Ahmed Hussen has made a number of staffing changes in his office of late, including adding two new
Families Minister Ahmed Hussen, wearing a mask, is scrummed by media outside the West Block building on July 22. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

NDP MP Blaikie urges quick response to Elections Canada pandemic-related reform asks

  • After attempting to jumpstart a conversation on electoral reforms needed amid the pandemic during the summer to no avail, NDP MP Daniel Blaikie says
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
NDP MP Daniel Blaikie, pictured addressing media on the Hill alongside NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh and NDP MP Tracey Ramsey on March 26, 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

NDP MP Blaikie urges quick response to Elections Canada pandemic-related reform asks

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
  • After attempting to jumpstart a conversation on electoral reforms needed amid the pandemic during the summer to no avail, NDP MP Daniel Blaikie says

NDP MP Blaikie urges quick response to Elections Canada pandemic-related reform asks

News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 28, 2020
  • After attempting to jumpstart a conversation on electoral reforms needed amid the pandemic during the summer to no avail, NDP MP Daniel Blaikie says
NDP MP Daniel Blaikie, pictured addressing media on the Hill alongside NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh and NDP MP Tracey Ramsey on March 26, 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Innovation Minister Bains adds new senior adviser, executive assistant

  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has a new senior adviser in his office, with Tisha Ashton making her return to the ministerial
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 26, 2020
Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains, pictured in the West Block on June 16, 2020. Behind him is Alexander Jagric, who was acting as press secretary at the time. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Innovation Minister Bains adds new senior adviser, executive assistant

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 26, 2020
  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has a new senior adviser in his office, with Tisha Ashton making her return to the ministerial

Innovation Minister Bains adds new senior adviser, executive assistant

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 26, 2020
  • Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains has a new senior adviser in his office, with Tisha Ashton making her return to the ministerial
Innovation, Science, and Industry Minister Navdeep Bains, pictured in the West Block on June 16, 2020. Behind him is Alexander Jagric, who was acting as press secretary at the time. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Hall exits PMO for director role with Labour Minister Tassi

  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s office has seen a few staff departures and promotions of late, including that of deputy director of scheduling and co-ordination
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 21, 2020
Labour Minister Filomena Tassi is pictured speaking with reporters in the West Block before the pandemic on Jan. 28. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Hall exits PMO for director role with Labour Minister Tassi

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 21, 2020
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s office has seen a few staff departures and promotions of late, including that of deputy director of scheduling and co-ordination

Hall exits PMO for director role with Labour Minister Tassi

FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | October 21, 2020
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s office has seen a few staff departures and promotions of late, including that of deputy director of scheduling and co-ordination
Labour Minister Filomena Tassi is pictured speaking with reporters in the West Block before the pandemic on Jan. 28. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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