Former UN envoy Marc‑André Blanchard has a new gig
Canada’s recently departed ambassador to the UN, Marc-André Blanchard, already has a new job. Mr. Blanchard was named an executive vice-president of Quebec’s pension fund manager, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ). He was replaced as Canada’s top diplomat in New York City by former Ontario premier and past interim Liberal leader Bob […]
Recognize Palestine as a state, upgrade diplomatic status, says new representative
Canada should recognize Palestine as a state, says its new representative in Ottawa, who called Canada a good friend despite an international voting record on the disputed territory that critics say is one of the reasons for Canada’s recently failed bid for a UN Security Council seat. “Canada has always been present for Palestine,” said Palestinian Chief […]
Dea exits as PMO issues, parliamentary affairs director
Maxime Dea recently made his exit from the Prime Minister’s Office after a little more than half a year as director of issues management and parliamentary affairs and legal affairs adviser to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Mr. Dea officially shifted to post-employment status as of July 22, according to the federal conflict of interest commissioner’s […]
Mendicino to discuss how immigration will help rebuild Canadian economy at Pearson Centre webinar on Aug. 11
MONDAY, AUG. 3 House Not Sitting—The House has not met regularly since mid-March, when it was suspended amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The regular summer recess was scheduled to begin on June 24, but MPs agreed to meet as a committee of the whole on July 8, July 22, Aug. 12, and Aug. 26. The House […]
Federal Diversity Minister Chagger makes some staffing changes
Canada’s federal Diversity, Inclusion, and Youth Minister Bardish Chagger has no doubt had an intense few weeks as a result of the WE Charity controversy, likely making for an interesting—to say the least—entrance for the minister’s newest political aide: Udita Samuel. Ms. Samuel marked her first day in Ms. Chagger’s office on July 15, arriving […]
Writers’ Trust finalists probe Indigenous injustice, Canada-China relations, Ottawa on international stage
Five finalists were named last week for the Writers’ Trust of Canada’s Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing, including the first woman chief justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, Beverley McLachlin. In her memoir Truth Be Told: My Journey Through Life and the Law, Ms. McLachlin chronicles her beginnings as a small-town Alberta girl, […]
Five political scientists offer fresh insights into election campaigning in three provinces
ST. JOHN’S, N.L.—If all goes according to plan, on Oct. 26 voters in Saskatchewan will head to the polls, grab some hand sanitizer, and vote while wearing a face mask. In the weeks leading up to election day, the campaign will largely be conducted online, with candidates shaking hands on doorsteps and kissing babies a […]
Red Chamber posts $16.3-million surplus
The Senate posted a $16.3-million surplus last year, representing about 14 per cent of its $114-million budget, a savings due to the reduced sitting days because of the pandemic and fall election. Canadian Senators Group Senator Percy Downe presented the 2019-20 financial report during the July 23 meeting of the Senate Internal Economy Committee. Reduced […]
PSPC Minister Anand adds Indigenous policy and procurement director
Cheryl Cardinal recently switched offices, exiting her post as director of Indigenous relations and reconciliation in Natural Resources Minister Seamus O’Regan’s office to join Public Services and Procurement Minister Anita Anand’s team. In Ms. Anand’s office, Ms. Cardinal has taken on the title of director of Indigenous policy and procurement. Ms. Anand’s ministerial mandate letter […]
Mulroney to discuss his ‘agenda for Canadian greatness’ on July 29 with Brian Gallant
MONDAY, JULY 27 House Sitting—The House has not met regularly since mid-March, when it was suspended amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The regular summer recess was scheduled to begin on June 24, but MPs agreed to meet as a committee of the whole on July 8, July 22, Aug. 12, and Aug. 26. The House is […]
