Two more ministers, two secs of state lock in chief of staff picks

Hursh Jaswal is once again a chief of staff, this time to Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai.
Italy raises a glass for national day

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Senator Mégie marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Day with parliamentary breakfast on June 19

TUESDAY, JUNE 17—THURSDAY, JUNE 19 Workshop: ‘The Road to Sovereignty‘—Okimaw and Niipaawi Strategies host “The Road to Sovereignty,” a three-day, high-level gathering focused on building Indigenous law policy frameworks that reflect the unique traditions, cultures, and governance aspirations of First Nations across Canada. Tuesday, June 17, to Thursday, June 19, at the Rideau Club, 15th floor, 99 […]
Pierre Poilievre airs second ‘get to know the team’ interview

Plus, a personal tale of resettlement during the Vietnam War comes to Ottawa, Richard Madan signs off from the CBC, the Assembly of First Nations delays its annual general meeting until the fall, and Belgium honours two Canadian parliamentarians.
de Adder’s Take: 06-18-2025
Project greenlight bill in focus

Plus, Anandasangaree gives notice of another security powers bill.
Carney faces another confidence vote

Plus, day two of the G7 summit.
Q&A | Elizabeth May on Carney’s major projects’ ‘get-out-of-jail-free card’

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Bill C-5 ‘is 100 per cent about unfettered political discretion exercised by cabinet,’ says the Green leader.
Serena Ryder, Logan Staats, and Crown Lands rock the GG’s Performing Arts Awards

Governor General Mary Simon rolled out the red carpet on June 14 to celebrate the legends, rising stars, and dedicated volunteers of Canada’s performing arts community.
de Adder’s Take: 06-16-2025