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Liberal MP Geoff Regan

Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 10, 2025
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney shouldn’t lean too heavily on his corporate background, writes Bhagwant Sandhu. Applying Bay Street’s quarterly logic of returns on capital investment to a 158-year-old civil service is a slow grind to institutional death. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 10, 2025
Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 10, 2025
Mark Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney shouldn’t lean too heavily on his corporate background, writes Bhagwant Sandhu. Applying Bay Street’s quarterly logic of returns on capital investment to a 158-year-old civil service is a slow grind to institutional death. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY ANDREW TZEMBELICOS | July 10, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and interim NDP Leader Don Davies have some work to do this summer to pull their parties ahead, writes Andrew Tzembelicos. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY ANDREW TZEMBELICOS | July 10, 2025
Opinion | BY ANDREW TZEMBELICOS | July 10, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and interim NDP Leader Don Davies have some work to do this summer to pull their parties ahead, writes Andrew Tzembelicos. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 10, 2025
François-Philippe Champagne
Finance and National Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters in the West Block on May 14, while his director of communications, Audrey Milette, left, looks on. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 10, 2025
FeatureBY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 10, 2025
François-Philippe Champagne
Finance and National Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters in the West Block on May 14, while his director of communications, Audrey Milette, left, looks on. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Mark Carney
A new Clean Energy Canada polls suggests 85 per cent of Canadians want stronger federal climate action. But Prime Minister Mark Carney's government appears to be moving in the opposite direction, write Richard van der Jagt, Maria Medeleanu, and Geoff Strong. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Mark Carney
A new Clean Energy Canada polls suggests 85 per cent of Canadians want stronger federal climate action. But Prime Minister Mark Carney's government appears to be moving in the opposite direction, write Richard van der Jagt, Maria Medeleanu, and Geoff Strong. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 9, 2025
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed on further collaboration across a range of sectors. No 10 Downing Street photograph by Simon Dawson
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 9, 2025
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 9, 2025
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed on further collaboration across a range of sectors. No 10 Downing Street photograph by Simon Dawson
Opinion | BY KEVIN FERNANDES | July 9, 2025
As thousands of people evacuate due to raging wildfires, our communications infrastructure is breaking down exactly when emergency responders and evacuees need it, writes Kevin Fernandes. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Manitoba
Opinion | BY KEVIN FERNANDES | July 9, 2025
Opinion | BY KEVIN FERNANDES | July 9, 2025
As thousands of people evacuate due to raging wildfires, our communications infrastructure is breaking down exactly when emergency responders and evacuees need it, writes Kevin Fernandes. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Manitoba
Opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 9, 2025
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon
Based on his recent podcast appearances, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon comes across as a diehard who has no clue about Canada or its people, writes Andrew Caddell. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 9, 2025
Opinion | BY ANDREW CADDELL | July 9, 2025
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon
Based on his recent podcast appearances, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon comes across as a diehard who has no clue about Canada or its people, writes Andrew Caddell. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Opinion | BY TIM POWERS | July 9, 2025
Sharon Musgrave
Recently retired senior CBC producer Sharon Musgrave is an unforgettable force, writes Tim Powers. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Opinion | BY TIM POWERS | July 9, 2025
Opinion | BY TIM POWERS | July 9, 2025
Sharon Musgrave
Recently retired senior CBC producer Sharon Musgrave is an unforgettable force, writes Tim Powers. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Opinion | BY LES WHITTINGTON | July 9, 2025
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu. The reordering of Canadian export options is taking place in a world of increasing anti-globalization, splintering trade frameworks, and deteriorating supply chains, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY LES WHITTINGTON | July 9, 2025
Opinion | BY LES WHITTINGTON | July 9, 2025
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu. The reordering of Canadian export options is taking place in a world of increasing anti-globalization, splintering trade frameworks, and deteriorating supply chains, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | July 9, 2025
Kent Vachon, left, is heading up Canada's new full embassy in Laos, which opened in March. His was one of 24 heads-of-mission appointments announced on July 3, including Anderson Blanc to Mozambique, Alison Grant to Austria, and Tarik Khan to Pakistan. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia, screenshots courtesy of X and the Government of Canada
FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | July 9, 2025
FeatureBY CHRISTINA LEADLAY | July 9, 2025
Kent Vachon, left, is heading up Canada's new full embassy in Laos, which opened in March. His was one of 24 heads-of-mission appointments announced on July 3, including Anderson Blanc to Mozambique, Alison Grant to Austria, and Tarik Khan to Pakistan. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia, screenshots courtesy of X and the Government of Canada
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson is meeting with his provincial and territorial counterparts in Charlottetown this week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson is meeting with his provincial and territorial counterparts in Charlottetown this week. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 9, 2025
Conservative MP Ziad Aboultaif is among the first 30 MPs who will get a chance to bring forward private members' business. He says he plans to table a bill tackling organ and tissue donation—a subject close to his heart. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 9, 2025
News | BY LAURA RYCKEWAERT | July 9, 2025
Conservative MP Ziad Aboultaif is among the first 30 MPs who will get a chance to bring forward private members' business. He says he plans to table a bill tackling organ and tissue donation—a subject close to his heart. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
News | BY ELEANOR WAND | July 8, 2025
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, pictured with Conservative MP Dalwinder Gill, said that, if elected in a Aug. 18 byelection, he would fight for Alberta, adding that ‘the era of Ottawa telling Alberta to shut up and pay up must come to an end once and for all.’ Photograph courtesy of X
News | BY ELEANOR WAND | July 8, 2025
News | BY ELEANOR WAND | July 8, 2025
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, pictured with Conservative MP Dalwinder Gill, said that, if elected in a Aug. 18 byelection, he would fight for Alberta, adding that ‘the era of Ottawa telling Alberta to shut up and pay up must come to an end once and for all.’ Photograph courtesy of X
Opinion | BY HENRY CHAN | July 8, 2025
Mark Carney
The upcoming fall sitting of Parliament will be a test of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s seriousness about democratic integrity, writes Henry Chan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY HENRY CHAN | July 8, 2025
Opinion | BY HENRY CHAN | July 8, 2025
Mark Carney
The upcoming fall sitting of Parliament will be a test of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s seriousness about democratic integrity, writes Henry Chan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 8, 2025
Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic tells reporters that there needs to be a major overhaul of Canada's $37-billion procurement system to fix persistent issues on July 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 8, 2025
News | BY IREM KOCA | July 8, 2025
Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic tells reporters that there needs to be a major overhaul of Canada's $37-billion procurement system to fix persistent issues on July 8. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY PETER MAZEREEUW | July 7, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump greets Prime Minister Mark Carney on May 6, 2025, at the West Wing entrance of the White House. White House photograph courtesy of Gabriel B. Kotico
News | BY PETER MAZEREEUW | July 7, 2025
News | BY PETER MAZEREEUW | July 7, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump greets Prime Minister Mark Carney on May 6, 2025, at the West Wing entrance of the White House. White House photograph courtesy of Gabriel B. Kotico
Opinion | BY SCOTT TAYLOR | July 7, 2025
Senior leadership may be accurate in assessing a seven-year window to recover the military. However, in what universe can that be considered a plan, asks Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Brendan Gamache
Opinion | BY SCOTT TAYLOR | July 7, 2025
Opinion | BY SCOTT TAYLOR | July 7, 2025
Senior leadership may be accurate in assessing a seven-year window to recover the military. However, in what universe can that be considered a plan, asks Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Brendan Gamache
FeatureBY NEIL MOSS | July 7, 2025
Members of the U.S. Marine Corps present the colours at the Fourth of July celebration. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
FeatureBY NEIL MOSS | July 7, 2025
FeatureBY NEIL MOSS | July 7, 2025
Members of the U.S. Marine Corps present the colours at the Fourth of July celebration. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 7, 2025
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
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 7, 2025
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 7, 2025
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
FeatureBY RIDDHI KACHHELA | July 7, 2025
Chrystia Freelan
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
FeatureBY RIDDHI KACHHELA | July 7, 2025
FeatureBY RIDDHI KACHHELA | July 7, 2025
Chrystia Freelan
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
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 7, 2025
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty said in an Intergovernmental Affairs press release on June 26 that the One Canadian Economy Act 'marks a historic milestone in creating a stronger, more inclusive Canada—one where Indigenous partnership is not only valued, but is fundamental to every step of development.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 7, 2025
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 7, 2025
Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty said in an Intergovernmental Affairs press release on June 26 that the One Canadian Economy Act 'marks a historic milestone in creating a stronger, more inclusive Canada—one where Indigenous partnership is not only valued, but is fundamental to every step of development.' The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY MICHAEL HARRIS | July 7, 2025
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
Opinion | BY MICHAEL HARRIS | July 7, 2025
Opinion | BY MICHAEL HARRIS | July 7, 2025
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
Non-affiliated Senator Patrick Brazeau is an advocate for mental health for men and boys. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Non-affiliated Senator Patrick Brazeau is an advocate for mental health for men and boys. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY GERRY NICHOLLS | July 7, 2025
NDP interim leader Don Davies, left, and Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, who won New York City's mayoral primary race last week, may have dramatically changed the dynamics of left-wing politics in the U.S., writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Opinion | BY GERRY NICHOLLS | July 7, 2025
Opinion | BY GERRY NICHOLLS | July 7, 2025
NDP interim leader Don Davies, left, and Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, who won New York City's mayoral primary race last week, may have dramatically changed the dynamics of left-wing politics in the U.S., writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
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
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
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
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
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
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
News | BY ABBAS RANA | July 7, 2025
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
Opinion | BY EDITORIAL | July 7, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a press conference in the West Block on June 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY EDITORIAL | July 7, 2025
Opinion | BY EDITORIAL | July 7, 2025
Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a press conference in the West Block on June 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 24, 2023
Terry & Me: The Inside Story of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, by Bill Vigars. Book Cover Image courtesy of Sutherland House Books
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 24, 2023
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 24, 2023
Terry & Me: The Inside Story of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, by Bill Vigars. Book Cover Image courtesy of Sutherland House Books
Did somebody say beer?: Conservative Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman will take part in a 'Pints & Politics' gathering on July 26 at 6 p.m. in Kitchener, Ont. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Did somebody say beer?: Conservative Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman will take part in a 'Pints & Politics' gathering on July 26 at 6 p.m. in Kitchener, Ont. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland are each working south of the border today. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland are each working south of the border today. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia
Opinion | BY KATRINA MILLER | July 20, 2023
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland should be congratulated for not backing down in the face of international pressure to hold off on taxing online multinational corporations, writes Katrina Miller. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY KATRINA MILLER | July 20, 2023
Opinion | BY KATRINA MILLER | July 20, 2023
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland should be congratulated for not backing down in the face of international pressure to hold off on taxing online multinational corporations, writes Katrina Miller. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 20, 2023
Families Minister Karina Gould announced the opening of public consultations to gather input about a national school food policy, which was held between Nov. 16 and Dec. 16, 2022. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 20, 2023
News | BY JESSE CNOCKAERT | July 20, 2023
Families Minister Karina Gould announced the opening of public consultations to gather input about a national school food policy, which was held between Nov. 16 and Dec. 16, 2022. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY CARL HAGER | July 20, 2023
NDP MP Jenny Kwan, left, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Peter Julian at the House Affairs Committee meeting to question David Johnston, then the independent special rapporteur on foreign interference, on June 6, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY CARL HAGER | July 20, 2023
Opinion | BY CARL HAGER | July 20, 2023
NDP MP Jenny Kwan, left, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Peter Julian at the House Affairs Committee meeting to question David Johnston, then the independent special rapporteur on foreign interference, on June 6, 2023. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY AMANDA BRYANT | July 20, 2023
Wildfire EWF-031 located southeast of Edson, Alta. Greenhouse gasses emitted from fossil fuel activity directly cause wildfires, and Canada is experiencing its worst-ever wildfire season, writes Amanda Bryant. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Alberta
Opinion | BY AMANDA BRYANT | July 20, 2023
Opinion | BY AMANDA BRYANT | July 20, 2023
Wildfire EWF-031 located southeast of Edson, Alta. Greenhouse gasses emitted from fossil fuel activity directly cause wildfires, and Canada is experiencing its worst-ever wildfire season, writes Amanda Bryant. Photograph courtesy of the Government of Alberta
Opinion | BY DON HEAD | July 20, 2023
Marco Mendicino
There is a framework in place for sharing more information in relation to the penitentiary transfer of Paul Bernardo, but it requires fearless leadership on the part of Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and the corrections commissioner to make it happen, writes Don Head. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY DON HEAD | July 20, 2023
Opinion | BY DON HEAD | July 20, 2023
Marco Mendicino
There is a framework in place for sharing more information in relation to the penitentiary transfer of Paul Bernardo, but it requires fearless leadership on the part of Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and the corrections commissioner to make it happen, writes Don Head. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With the threat of a continued B.C. port strike, the government has been under intense pressure to recall Parliament and force the longshoremen back to work. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With the threat of a continued B.C. port strike, the government has been under intense pressure to recall Parliament and force the longshoremen back to work. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY ORLANDO GUTIéRREZ BORONAT | July 19, 2023
Dr. Orlando Gutiérrez-Boronat, third right, joined Conservative MPs including national defence critic James Bezan, far left, deputy leader Melissa Lantsman, finance critic Jasraj Singh Hallan and foreign affairs critic Michael Chong, far right, on the Hill on June 21. Handout photograph
Opinion | BY ORLANDO GUTIéRREZ BORONAT | July 19, 2023
Opinion | BY ORLANDO GUTIéRREZ BORONAT | July 19, 2023
Dr. Orlando Gutiérrez-Boronat, third right, joined Conservative MPs including national defence critic James Bezan, far left, deputy leader Melissa Lantsman, finance critic Jasraj Singh Hallan and foreign affairs critic Michael Chong, far right, on the Hill on June 21. Handout photograph
Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 19, 2023
Treasury Board President Mona Fortier. Internally, the public service functions as a tightly-wound hierarchy. Externally, it's steered by the political power of the relevant minister and commands of the PMO, writes Bhagwant Sandhu. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 19, 2023
Opinion | BY BHAGWANT SANDHU | July 19, 2023
Treasury Board President Mona Fortier. Internally, the public service functions as a tightly-wound hierarchy. Externally, it's steered by the political power of the relevant minister and commands of the PMO, writes Bhagwant Sandhu. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 19, 2023
Santiago Abascal, the leader of Spain’s far-right Vox Party, pictured in 2018, is the bogeyman in the July 23 snap election there. Some delusional panic-mongers see him as the Second Coming of dictator Francisco Franco, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 19, 2023
Opinion | BY GWYNNE DYER | July 19, 2023
Santiago Abascal, the leader of Spain’s far-right Vox Party, pictured in 2018, is the bogeyman in the July 23 snap election there. Some delusional panic-mongers see him as the Second Coming of dictator Francisco Franco, writes Gwynne Dyer. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan is once again under heightened pressure to pass back-to-work legislation for striking port workers in British Columbia, after the workers' union gave notice that they would be returning to the picket line this coming weekend. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
FeatureBY ANDREW MEADE | July 19, 2023
Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan is once again under heightened pressure to pass back-to-work legislation for striking port workers in British Columbia, after the workers' union gave notice that they would be returning to the picket line this coming weekend. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion | BY RICHARD MARCEAU | July 19, 2023
Richard Marceau, pictured at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Israel, in March 2023. Earlier this year, I posted a short tweet about enjoying my morning run in Jerusalem. That simple post provoked a veritable avalanche of cyber-hate, with more than a few mentions that I should be sent to Auschwitz, he writes. Photograph courtesy of Richard Marceau
Opinion | BY RICHARD MARCEAU | July 19, 2023
Opinion | BY RICHARD MARCEAU | July 19, 2023
Richard Marceau, pictured at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Israel, in March 2023. Earlier this year, I posted a short tweet about enjoying my morning run in Jerusalem. That simple post provoked a veritable avalanche of cyber-hate, with more than a few mentions that I should be sent to Auschwitz, he writes. Photograph courtesy of Richard Marceau
News | BY KEVIN PHILIPUPILLAI | July 19, 2023
Chrystia Freeland
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's March 2023 budget included a promise to lower the criminal rate of interest from 60 per cent to 35 per cent annually. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY KEVIN PHILIPUPILLAI | July 19, 2023
News | BY KEVIN PHILIPUPILLAI | July 19, 2023
Chrystia Freeland
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's March 2023 budget included a promise to lower the criminal rate of interest from 60 per cent to 35 per cent annually. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan gave the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada and the B.C. Maritime Employers Association 24 hours to agree to a mediated deal on July 12, with the union and employer coming to an agreement with 10 minutes to spare. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan gave the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada and the B.C. Maritime Employers Association 24 hours to agree to a mediated deal on July 12, with the union and employer coming to an agreement with 10 minutes to spare. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
Above left: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, and Eric Green wearing a 'straight pride' T-shirt during the Conservatives' annual pancake breakfast at the Calgary Stampede in Alberta on July 8. Above right: Tory MP Jasraj Singh Hallan, left, was criticized for posing with individuals wearing shirts bearing anti-LGBTQ+ slogans at the event. Photographs courtesy of Twitter and Facebook
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
News | BY STUART BENSON | July 19, 2023
Above left: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, and Eric Green wearing a 'straight pride' T-shirt during the Conservatives' annual pancake breakfast at the Calgary Stampede in Alberta on July 8. Above right: Tory MP Jasraj Singh Hallan, left, was criticized for posing with individuals wearing shirts bearing anti-LGBTQ+ slogans at the event. Photographs courtesy of Twitter and Facebook
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 19, 2023
Pendulum Group co-founder Yaroslav Baran, left, and Compass Rose strategic adviser Marci Surkes have been appointed as practitioners in residence at Carleton University's Riddell Graduate Program. Photographs courtesy of the Pendulum Group and Twitter
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 19, 2023
FeatureBY MIKE LAPOINTE | July 19, 2023
Pendulum Group co-founder Yaroslav Baran, left, and Compass Rose strategic adviser Marci Surkes have been appointed as practitioners in residence at Carleton University's Riddell Graduate Program. Photographs courtesy of the Pendulum Group and Twitter
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly provided an update of the foreign service review to Canadian ambassadors and high commissioners posted around the world on June 6 in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly provided an update of the foreign service review to Canadian ambassadors and high commissioners posted around the world on June 6 in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
Global Affairs Canada, headquartered in the Pearson Building, has been quiet about details regarding a January 2022 cyberattack. The Hill Times file photograph
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
News | BY NEIL MOSS | July 19, 2023
Global Affairs Canada, headquartered in the Pearson Building, has been quiet about details regarding a January 2022 cyberattack. The Hill Times file photograph