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Seeing double: a look at International Development Minister Sajjan’s new team
Responsible for two portfolios, International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan, who’s also in charge of the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, has two directors of policy and two press secretaries in his office. As previously reported, Ashley Wright is chief of staff to the minister. Sacha Atherly has been named director of policy for international […]
Senator McCallum to speak at Western Indigenous Consultation and Engagement Conference on Feb. 23
MONDAY, FEB. 21 Black History Month—Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The 2022 theme for Black History Month is: “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day,” which focuses on recognizing the daily contributions that Black Canadians […]
Nova Scotia MPs receive packages containing chemical irritants
Three Liberal and two Conservative Nova Scotia MPs were on the receiving end of similar suspicious envelopes containing chemicals two weeks ago, and one staffer ended up being taken to hospital as a result, prompting Nova Scotia MPs to urge people to “pay attention to what’s happening in this country.” CBC News also reported last […]
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Jaczek’s 11-member team includes first-time policy director Jessie Pierre
A new addition to cabinet this fall, Helena Jaczek, minister for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, has formed a 11-member staff team, including Jessie Pierre as director of policy. As previously reported, Anne Dawson is chief of staff to Jaczek, while Charles “Chike” Agbasi is director of operations and Frank Tersigni is […]
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Rink links: A new form of outdoor diplomacy has emerged in Ottawa
Like many Canadians across the nation who are embracing the sub-zero temperatures, diplomats in Ottawa have set up outdoor rinks where they can host summits on the ice. One of the rinks is at Earnscliffe—the residence of the United Kingdom’s high commissioner to Canada. Wanting to showcase the mid-19th century Gothic Revival manor while engaging […]
Nova Scotia Senator Bernard receives Bob Marley Day award
PSG Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, the first African Nova Scotian woman named to the Senate, is one of eight recipients of this year’s Bob Marley Day award. The awards are given every Feb. 6 as part of the City of Toronto’s annual proclamation marking the birthday of the iconic Jamaican musician and human rights advocate. Marley, […]
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