Looking back on the good and bad of Trudeau’s years in power

Justin Trudeau will be remembered for many things: rebuilding the Liberal Party, many ethics scandals, a gender-balanced cabinet, ministerial exits, and key policy moves like carbon pricing, child care, and immigration.
The Prorogues

Plus, a look at Justin Trudeau’s legacy as prime minister.
The PM who walked into the cold: a dispatch from Trudeau’s resignation announcement

Given the months of speculation, the internal unrest, and the dire polls, Justin Trudeau’s announcement seemed almost as inevitable as Ottawa enduring chilly weather in January.
Full transcript of Justin Trudeau’s resignation remarks

‘Last night, over dinner, I told my kids about the decision that I’m sharing with you today: I intend to resign as party leader—as prime minister—after the party selects its next leader through a robust, nationwide competitive process.’
Watching, waiting

Plus, a look at the imperilled legislation stuck in Parliament.
Liberal MP Mendicino to host New Year’s Levée in Toronto on Jan. 12

TUESDAY, JAN. 7 Book Launch: Hand in Hand?— The Balsillie School of International Affairs hosts a hybrid event to launch of the new book, Hand in Hand? Canada at the Human Rights and Peacebuilding Nexus, featuring authors from civil society and academic backgrounds exploring how foreign policy actors develop and implement policy, undertake advocacy and […]
Hill’s kitchen: Parliament’s top chef talks shop

Executive Chef Judson Simpson has been on the Hill for more than 30 years.
New biography warns against underestimating Chrystia Freeland

Chrystia is an origin story. Author Catherine Tsalikis presents Freeland’s past to assist readers with understanding her present and speculating on her future.
This year in photos: Liberal caucus revolt, Canada Post strike, and Freeland steps down from caucus

The best photos from the fourth quarter of 2024 featured scenes from a Commons in gridlock, party leaders posturing, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau fighting to keep his caucus—and leadership—intact. The Hill Times
Harris, Taylor, and LeMay among most-read columns of 2024

This year, readers flocked to opinion pieces written about the prime minister, official opposition leader, and the Canadian Armed Forces.