New biography of former NDP leader Alexa McDonough, who ‘walked the walk,’ now available
If you’re itching to read more about the life of former NDP leader Alexa McDonough, you’re in luck. Alexa! Changing the Face of Canadian Politics, chronicling the rise of Ms. McDonough as she became one of the few female federal politicians in Canada during the 1980s, can now be pre-ordered. Alexa walked the walk. She […]
De Adder’s Take: 02-17-2021
‘It’s really me. I’m here, and I’m coming to social media’: Mark Carney starts promotional machine
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney, who held the same job overseas in England, is dealing with coronavirus-wrought isolation in a way familiar to millions—by turning to social media. Mr. Carney, the UN special envoy for climate action and finance and “informal adviser” to the Trudeau government, returned to Twitter on Feb. 15, posting […]
Minister Hussen talks Black Canadian engagement in politics in Feb. 20 webinar
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17 Black History Month—February is Black History Month in Canada and there are virtual festivities and events honouring the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities across Canada. This year’s theme is: “The Future is Now.” House Sitting—The House is sitting in a hybrid format during the pandemic, with most MPs connecting remotely. It’s currently sitting […]
Communications team shake-up in O’Toole’s OLO
Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole has seen a bit of a shake-up in his communications staff roster of late, prompted by the upcoming (temporary) exit of associate director of communications Kelsie Chiasson at the end of the month. Ms. Chiasson announced she was soon to go on maternity leave on Twitter on Feb. 9. “[Twelve] years […]
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MLI to host talk on energy, the environment, and Canada-U.S. relations in the Biden era on Feb. 16
MONDAY, FEB. 15 Black History Month—February is Black History Month in Canada and there are virtual festivities and events honouring the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities across Canada. This year’s theme is: “The Future is Now.” House Sitting—The House is sitting in a hybrid format during the pandemic, with most MPs connecting remotely. It’s currently on […]
Seniors Minister Deb Schulte names new operations director, Chike Agbasi
Seniors Minister Deb Schulte has promoted a new director of operations in her office, following Melissa Rumble’s recent exit to work for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Canada. A longtime Hill staffer, Ms. Rumble had been working for Ms. Schulte since December 2019. She worked for the Liberals in opposition—including on Prime […]
‘The scrums in Ottawa won’t be the same without Hélène, a real pro’: Le Devoir alum Hélène Buzzetti plans a pivot to full-time punditry
Hélène Buzzetti, a longtime Hill reporter and one of the best in Hill scrums, announced last week that Feb. 12 would be her last day as a parliamentary correspondent for Le Devoir. But she isn’t straying far. Tweeting the news in French, Ms. Buzzetti said after more than 21 years reporting on policy, she will […]
De Adder’s Take: 02-10-2021
