Ottawa needs a 'calm, thoughtful' approach that recognizes Alberta's contributions to Canada without giving the premier a reason to keep picking fights, says NDP
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she wants Ottawa’s help to quell the separatism debate, but won’t stand in the way of a ‘citizen-led’ referendum. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Ottawa needs a 'calm, thoughtful' approach that recognizes Alberta's contributions to Canada without giving the premier a reason to keep picking fights, says NDP
Ottawa needs a 'calm, thoughtful' approach that recognizes Alberta's contributions to Canada without giving the premier a reason to keep picking fights, says NDP
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she wants Ottawa’s help to quell the separatism debate, but won’t stand in the way of a ‘citizen-led’ referendum. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prior to the April 28 federal election, Ottawa secured pharmacare agreements with four jurisdictions: British Columbia, Manitoba, the Yukon, and Prince Edward Island.
Prime Minister Mark Carney made a commitment to 'protect the programs that save families thousands of dollars per year, including pharmacare,' during a May 2 press conference in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prior to the April 28 federal election, Ottawa secured pharmacare agreements with four jurisdictions: British Columbia, Manitoba, the Yukon, and Prince Edward Island.
Prior to the April 28 federal election, Ottawa secured pharmacare agreements with four jurisdictions: British Columbia, Manitoba, the Yukon, and Prince Edward Island.
Prime Minister Mark Carney made a commitment to 'protect the programs that save families thousands of dollars per year, including pharmacare,' during a May 2 press conference in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney has repeatedly stated he's willing to adopt a new approach to energy development, combining increased conventional oil production with climate mitigation tactics, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Alberta premier and Conservative leader’s regular excoriations of Ottawa policy never seem to contain a reference to Trans Mountain.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has repeatedly stated he's willing to adopt a new approach to energy development, combining increased conventional oil production with climate mitigation tactics, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Today, the federal Conservative Party no longer stands at a crossroads of being torn between its traditional progressive conservative roots and the transformative wave
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has altered the federal party, jettisoning traditional conservatism and replacing it with those nationalist and populist elements, writes William Perry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Today, the federal Conservative Party no longer stands at a crossroads of being torn between its traditional progressive conservative roots and the transformative wave
Today, the federal Conservative Party no longer stands at a crossroads of being torn between its traditional progressive conservative roots and the transformative wave
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has altered the federal party, jettisoning traditional conservatism and replacing it with those nationalist and populist elements, writes William Perry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Inside hospitals, AI can forecast recovery times and support better discharge planning—ensuring patients are released appropriately and beds are freed up for new admissions, writes Hossein Abouee Mehrizi. Pexels photograph by RDNE Stock project
Some of AI’s greatest potential lies not at the bedside, but behind the scenes in the operations that keep the health-care system running.
Inside hospitals, AI can forecast recovery times and support better discharge planning—ensuring patients are released appropriately and beds are freed up for new admissions, writes Hossein Abouee Mehrizi. Pexels photograph by RDNE Stock project
The government must develop a pan-Canadian framework for AI in health care that facilitates access to data for the development and effective implementation of these technologies in clinical practice, writes Samira Abbasgholizadeh-Rahimi. Unsplash photograph by Steve Johnson
What Canada needs is a federal AI-in-health strategy that is aligned with our health-care values, policy priorities, and regulatory environment.
The government must develop a pan-Canadian framework for AI in health care that facilitates access to data for the development and effective implementation of these technologies in clinical practice, writes Samira Abbasgholizadeh-Rahimi. Unsplash photograph by Steve Johnson
There’s no way to perfectly plan for an uncertain future, but another major health emergency is likely—and clapping won’t help, writes Michelle Cohen. Unsplash photograph by Martin Sanchez
In a globalized world, pandemics are a national security concern, and being prepared to launch a robust response is essential for the health of
There’s no way to perfectly plan for an uncertain future, but another major health emergency is likely—and clapping won’t help, writes Michelle Cohen. Unsplash photograph by Martin Sanchez
Over the last five years, biotechnology has stepped into the spotlight as a critical component of public health, economic growth, and our ability to respond to future health challenges, writes Wendy Zatylny. Unsplash photograph by Timon Studler
To lead in this space, Canada needs a globally competitive investment climate, and a best-in-class regulatory system.
Over the last five years, biotechnology has stepped into the spotlight as a critical component of public health, economic growth, and our ability to respond to future health challenges, writes Wendy Zatylny. Unsplash photograph by Timon Studler
When Prime Minister Mark Carney promised $4-billion for ‘community health-care infrastructure’ during the campaign, Canada gained a huge opportunity, writes Kate Mulligan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
It's time to invest in social prescribing, and build stronger communities that can weather the winds of global change.
When Prime Minister Mark Carney promised $4-billion for ‘community health-care infrastructure’ during the campaign, Canada gained a huge opportunity, writes Kate Mulligan. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Domestic leaders should reject any suggestion that an executive order from a U.S. president can justify abandoning our fundamental commitments to equality, justice, and
Canadian institutions complying with U.S. President Donald Trump’s Day 1 executive order is a serious mistake that sets a very bad precedent, write Jocelyn Downie and Françoise Baylis. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
Domestic leaders should reject any suggestion that an executive order from a U.S. president can justify abandoning our fundamental commitments to equality, justice, and
Domestic leaders should reject any suggestion that an executive order from a U.S. president can justify abandoning our fundamental commitments to equality, justice, and
Canadian institutions complying with U.S. President Donald Trump’s Day 1 executive order is a serious mistake that sets a very bad precedent, write Jocelyn Downie and Françoise Baylis. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/The White House
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Governor General Mary Simon flanked new Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty during the swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall yesterday. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Governor General Mary Simon flanked new Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty during the swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall yesterday. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Retiring Conservative senator Don Plett sat down with The Hill Times in his third-floor office in the Senate of Canada Building on May 7. He officially retires on May 14. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia
‘We have to make sure that we do not wait for the other person to put out the olive branch,’ says the outgoing Conservative
Retiring Conservative senator Don Plett sat down with The Hill Times in his third-floor office in the Senate of Canada Building on May 7. He officially retires on May 14. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney, right, and Transport and Internal Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland at the May 13 cabinet shuffle at Rideau Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney says his team is focused on growing an economy that 'is resilient in the face of economic shock,' and put
Prime Minister Mark Carney, right, and Transport and Internal Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland at the May 13 cabinet shuffle at Rideau Hall. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Today’s Red Chamber is an essential guardrail against the takeover of our democracy by any one political party or ideological group, writes Sen. Stan Kutcher. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Senate must not be a pale imitation of the House. Freeing it from political-party affiliations helps mitigate that risk.
Today’s Red Chamber is an essential guardrail against the takeover of our democracy by any one political party or ideological group, writes Sen. Stan Kutcher. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
As we head into renewed trade discussions with the U.S., their need for critical minerals provides Canada the chance to align economic strategy with national security and climate objectives, writes Mark Selby. White House photograph by Daniel Torok
A fraction of the funding support provided to battery plants and car makers could unlock a short list of Canada’s most advanced critical minerals
As we head into renewed trade discussions with the U.S., their need for critical minerals provides Canada the chance to align economic strategy with national security and climate objectives, writes Mark Selby. White House photograph by Daniel Torok
Well-designed volunteer opportunities can foster a sense of connection, and offer a meaningful outlet for veterans to apply their unique skills and values in
Volunteering is about giving back to the community, which strongly aligns to the sense of duty and service that military members develop during their careers, writes Alyson Mahar. Pexels photograph by Kampus Production
Well-designed volunteer opportunities can foster a sense of connection, and offer a meaningful outlet for veterans to apply their unique skills and values in
Well-designed volunteer opportunities can foster a sense of connection, and offer a meaningful outlet for veterans to apply their unique skills and values in
Volunteering is about giving back to the community, which strongly aligns to the sense of duty and service that military members develop during their careers, writes Alyson Mahar. Pexels photograph by Kampus Production
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised to hit NATO's defence spending target of two per cent of GDP by 2030. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
This country talks a good game about things like meeting the NATO target, but is 'not so good at providing a benefit to the
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised to hit NATO's defence spending target of two per cent of GDP by 2030. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The U.S. president is handing international viewers a direct comparison of his country’s military fitness, drill, and deportment against the super well-rehearsed Russian showboats, writes Scott Taylor. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Dmitriy Fomin
Trump's planned spectacle will look like amateur hour compared to what Russia, China, and North Korea routinely stage for their masses.
The U.S. president is handing international viewers a direct comparison of his country’s military fitness, drill, and deportment against the super well-rehearsed Russian showboats, writes Scott Taylor. Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Dmitriy Fomin
True reconciliation requires co-developing distinctions-based tools like tariff relief, investment supports, and procurement reform, writes Métis National Council president Victoria Pruden. Photograph courtesy of the Métis National Council
The Métis played a crucial role in the founding of this country and its economy, yet too often we are treated as the forgotten
True reconciliation requires co-developing distinctions-based tools like tariff relief, investment supports, and procurement reform, writes Métis National Council president Victoria Pruden. Photograph courtesy of the Métis National Council
The story of this election isn’t that young Canadians abandoned progressivism. It’s that they’re more open to political alternatives than they’ve been in years, writes Josh Marando. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
This isn’t about a sudden ideological turn. It’s about the pressures shaping how young Canadians engage with politics.
The story of this election isn’t that young Canadians abandoned progressivism. It’s that they’re more open to political alternatives than they’ve been in years, writes Josh Marando. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative leader in the House Andrew Scheer, and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet all got a salary increase under the Parliament of Canada Act, effective April 1, 2025. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
All MPs and Senators got an automatic salary increase on April 1. As well, government and opposition MPs who hold additional roles, such as
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, Conservative leader in the House Andrew Scheer, and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet all got a salary increase under the Parliament of Canada Act, effective April 1, 2025. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that economy would become the strongest 'in the G7.' No matter the outcome of Canada-U.S. negotiations, this new economy matters even more, writes David Crane. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
While dealing with the U.S. on our future relationship is critical, the effort to create a new Canadian economy is even more important.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said that economy would become the strongest 'in the G7.' No matter the outcome of Canada-U.S. negotiations, this new economy matters even more, writes David Crane. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Mollie Anderson, left, and her uncle Rick Anderson at the Jaimie Anderson fundraiser at the Black Sheep Inn in Wakefield, Que., in 2016. For this year's fundraiser, Mollie Anderson is organizing a political film festival in Ottawa with her father, Bruce. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
Also, ex-Liberal MP John McKay predicts the Carney honeymoon will last six months, CTV's Mercedes Stephenson is having a baby, and Marlo Glass joins
Mollie Anderson, left, and her uncle Rick Anderson at the Jaimie Anderson fundraiser at the Black Sheep Inn in Wakefield, Que., in 2016. For this year's fundraiser, Mollie Anderson is organizing a political film festival in Ottawa with her father, Bruce. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
Conservative MP Andrew Scheer was elected as the interim leader in the House at last week's Conservative Party caucus meeting on the Hill. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The Conservative Party began its post-election review last week and talked about what happened in the April 28 election, with the process expected to
Conservative MP Andrew Scheer was elected as the interim leader in the House at last week's Conservative Party caucus meeting on the Hill. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
If Pope Leo, left, uses his moral voice to speak against war and the unbearable suffering of the people of Gaza and Ukraine, a new sense of hope will be felt everywhere. If Mark Carney can quell Donald Trump by fostering strong co-operation with a range of other countries, Canada could be a significant player in global politics. Photograph courtesy of Wikipedia, and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
EDMONTON—Two new leaders, the American Pope Leo XIV and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, have suddenly entered the world stage. With the election
If Pope Leo, left, uses his moral voice to speak against war and the unbearable suffering of the people of Gaza and Ukraine, a new sense of hope will be felt everywhere. If Mark Carney can quell Donald Trump by fostering strong co-operation with a range of other countries, Canada could be a significant player in global politics. Photograph courtesy of Wikipedia, and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
The Conservative Party's recent attack ad, called 'Trump wants our jobs.' Image courtesy of the Conservative Party of Canada
Mark Carney, the economic technocrat who plunged into political street-fighting, will become the 24th prime minister of Canada at a time when the very existence of the country is challenged by a predatory American president. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If Mark Carney survives these dehumanizing battles, he will lift up Canadians: high drama indeed.
Mark Carney, the economic technocrat who plunged into political street-fighting, will become the 24th prime minister of Canada at a time when the very existence of the country is challenged by a predatory American president. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, MARCH 17 Minister Sudds to Attend Iftar Dinner—Liberal MP Jenna Sudds is the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted
Families Minister Jenna Sudds will be the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute on Monday, March 17, at 5:30 p.m. ET, 144 Wellington St. in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, MARCH 17 Minister Sudds to Attend Iftar Dinner—Liberal MP Jenna Sudds is the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted
Families Minister Jenna Sudds will be the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute on Monday, March 17, at 5:30 p.m. ET, 144 Wellington St. in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
HT reader: Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturing Association, said The Hill Times has been required reading for him since his dad was in cabinet. Volpe has two walls of framed pages from The Hill Times' 100 Most Influential People and our 100 Top Lobbyists features. Photograph courtesy of Flavio Volpe
Plus: Mark Holland is not running again, the Cutest Pets on the Hill contest is open, Liberal MP Yvonne Jones publishes her memoir, Globe
HT reader: Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturing Association, said The Hill Times has been required reading for him since his dad was in cabinet. Volpe has two walls of framed pages from The Hill Times' 100 Most Influential People and our 100 Top Lobbyists features. Photograph courtesy of Flavio Volpe
Sources told The Hill Times that Priti Obhrai-Martin, daughter of the late Conservative MP Deepak Obhrai, is seeking the Liberal nomination in Calgary East,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured March 9, 2025, with his wife Diana Fox Carney, after winning the Liberal leadership in Ottawa. Carney's senior team is actively engaging with prominent Conservatives and New Democrats to recruit them as candidates for the upcoming election. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Sources told The Hill Times that Priti Obhrai-Martin, daughter of the late Conservative MP Deepak Obhrai, is seeking the Liberal nomination in Calgary East,
Sources told The Hill Times that Priti Obhrai-Martin, daughter of the late Conservative MP Deepak Obhrai, is seeking the Liberal nomination in Calgary East,
Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured March 9, 2025, with his wife Diana Fox Carney, after winning the Liberal leadership in Ottawa. Carney's senior team is actively engaging with prominent Conservatives and New Democrats to recruit them as candidates for the upcoming election. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Improving the resilience of the agricultural industry in Canada is a must. We are already losing farmlands due to urbanization and other developments, and
Considering the geopolitical situation across the world and the need for healthy and secure food systems in Canada, we need to reflect on our current agricultural system, writes Dr. Liette Vasseur. Image by jf-gabnor, pixabay.com
Improving the resilience of the agricultural industry in Canada is a must. We are already losing farmlands due to urbanization and other developments, and
Improving the resilience of the agricultural industry in Canada is a must. We are already losing farmlands due to urbanization and other developments, and
Considering the geopolitical situation across the world and the need for healthy and secure food systems in Canada, we need to reflect on our current agricultural system, writes Dr. Liette Vasseur. Image by jf-gabnor, pixabay.com
A Canadian CF-18 fighter aircraft, pictured. The Canadian Forces could use the Resolute Bay facility to support fighter operations, long-range maritime patrol aircraft and unmanned arial vehicles used for Arctic surveillance. A long-range air defence radar would add to the North Warning System, writes Pierre Leblanc. Photograph courtesy of Canadian Forces/DND
Given the new adversarial relationship with the U.S. and our inability to trust any bilateral or international treaty they would sign, Canada would be
A Canadian CF-18 fighter aircraft, pictured. The Canadian Forces could use the Resolute Bay facility to support fighter operations, long-range maritime patrol aircraft and unmanned arial vehicles used for Arctic surveillance. A long-range air defence radar would add to the North Warning System, writes Pierre Leblanc. Photograph courtesy of Canadian Forces/DND
Treasury Board President Ginette Petitpas Taylor launched the government's AI strategy for the public service on March 4. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The first whole-of-government strategy for the use of the technology in the federal public service acknowledges that 'levels of mistrust in AI and its
Treasury Board President Ginette Petitpas Taylor launched the government's AI strategy for the public service on March 4. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
When a growing global population is rapidly increasing the demand for food, at a time when food stocks are decreasing, we cannot settle for the status quo, writes Liam MacDonald is the Director, Policy and Government Relations, for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Photograph by Tom Fisk, Pexels.com
There have long been signs that our reliance on the U.S. was becoming a risk. The ongoing trade dispute is a wake-up call—business cannot
When a growing global population is rapidly increasing the demand for food, at a time when food stocks are decreasing, we cannot settle for the status quo, writes Liam MacDonald is the Director, Policy and Government Relations, for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Photograph by Tom Fisk, Pexels.com
Incoming U.S. envoy to Canada Pete Hoekstra tells American Senators “Canada is a sovereign state," while U.S. President Donald Trump continues to threaten Canada with annexation.
Global Entrepreneurship Summit photograph by Valerie Kuypers/Flickr
Incoming U.S. envoy Pete Hoekstra will need to restore the trust between the two countries when 'his boss seems quite happy to hit Canada
Incoming U.S. envoy to Canada Pete Hoekstra tells American Senators “Canada is a sovereign state," while U.S. President Donald Trump continues to threaten Canada with annexation.
Global Entrepreneurship Summit photograph by Valerie Kuypers/Flickr
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, pictured, and six other top diplomats joined Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly in La Malbaie, Que., for a three-day gathering March 12-14. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
G7 foreign ministers were reluctant to directly condemn U.S. President Donald Trump over his threats to annex Canada.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, pictured, and six other top diplomats joined Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly in La Malbaie, Que., for a three-day gathering March 12-14. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Canada has the talent, resources, and ingenuity to lead the next agricultural revolution—one that drives economic growth and strengthens our food system resilience in an unpredictable world, writes Becky Chapman. Photograph courtesy of Katharina N., Pixabay.com
Agriculture is an important contributor to Canada’s economy and way of life, and it is imperative that we innovate to safeguard the stability and
Canada has the talent, resources, and ingenuity to lead the next agricultural revolution—one that drives economic growth and strengthens our food system resilience in an unpredictable world, writes Becky Chapman. Photograph courtesy of Katharina N., Pixabay.com
Prime Minister Mark Carney takes media questions after the Rideau Hall cabinet swearing-in ceremony on March 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Mark Carney is sworn in as prime minister on March 14, retaining key members of cabinet handling Canada-U.S. relations and bringing in only three
Prime Minister Mark Carney takes media questions after the Rideau Hall cabinet swearing-in ceremony on March 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, site of then 2025 G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, in La Malbaie, Que., is pictured on March 12, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, site of then 2025 G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, in La Malbaie, Que., is pictured on March 12, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The newly-elected Liberal leader, Mark Carney, will be sworn in as prime minister today along with his new cabinet. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, what went down during the Senate hearing for Donald Trump's pick for ambassador to Canada.
The newly-elected Liberal leader, Mark Carney, will be sworn in as prime minister today along with his new cabinet. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, left, is pictured with German counterpart Annalena Baerbock and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Trade wars and annexation threats overshadow G7 co-operation at the gathering of top diplomats.
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, left, is pictured with German counterpart Annalena Baerbock and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces Canada’s retaliatory response to American tariffs on March 4. Rather than relying on repeated visits to Washington to plead for relief from inevitable tariffs, Canada must focus on developing homegrown solutions, writes Alexander Landry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Economic protectionism is not a temporary phase—playing hardball has long been part of America’s geopolitical playbook.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces Canada’s retaliatory response to American tariffs on March 4. Rather than relying on repeated visits to Washington to plead for relief from inevitable tariffs, Canada must focus on developing homegrown solutions, writes Alexander Landry. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Projecting a significant Arctic presence is important due to the rapid expansion of Russian Arctic military bases, writes Peter Rautenbach. Department of National Defence photograph by Kenneth Galbraith
The Canadian Patrol Submarine Project offers one way to reduce dependence on America in a key area of defence where Canada is vulnerable.
Projecting a significant Arctic presence is important due to the rapid expansion of Russian Arctic military bases, writes Peter Rautenbach. Department of National Defence photograph by Kenneth Galbraith
Health Minister Mark Holland, in regard to avian influenza, said, 'The proactive steps we are taking, including securing vaccine doses, reflect our commitment to being prepared for any potential public health threats,' in a Public Health Agency of Canada press release on Feb. 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
As of early March, 30 poultry operations in Canada were dealing with avian influenza outbreaks: 16 in B.C., 10 in Ontario, and one each
Health Minister Mark Holland, in regard to avian influenza, said, 'The proactive steps we are taking, including securing vaccine doses, reflect our commitment to being prepared for any potential public health threats,' in a Public Health Agency of Canada press release on Feb. 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, insisted on preconditions before entering peace talks, whereupon U.S. President Donald Trump, right, lost it in that infamous Oval Office exchange on Feb. 28, writes Gwynne Dyer. Zelenskyy had to back down. Screengrab courtesy of CNN
The war, which has just passed its third anniversary, is as deeply stuck in the mud as the First World War that it so
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, insisted on preconditions before entering peace talks, whereupon U.S. President Donald Trump, right, lost it in that infamous Oval Office exchange on Feb. 28, writes Gwynne Dyer. Zelenskyy had to back down. Screengrab courtesy of CNN