Rise of Bluesky may create progressive ‘echo chamber,’ say observers as more MPs join
‘If you don’t allow yourself to be exposed to opposing viewpoints, that can actually increase polarization,’ says former Conservative staffer Jennifer Laewetz.
‘He’s let it go too long’: wait builds for a Poilievre visit south of the border
Whether as prime minister or as opposition leader, it’s important for Pierre Poilievre to be familiar with the incoming Trump administration, says former diplomat Deanna Horton.
Opposition MPs kept in dark as Canada concludes trade pact with Indonesia
The Bloc Québécois says it won’t support any ISDS provisions that may be in the Canada-Indonesia pact, but won’t make a decision on the deal until the text is released.
Confederation sit-in cranks security concerns as MPs debate balance of right to protest with parliamentary privilege
‘Jews Say No to Genocide’ protest organizer Rachel Small says disruption was a ‘last resort’ after a year of outreach.
Brown’s testimony on Tory race suggests need for fresh inquiry into alleged Indian government meddling: Sikh Coalition rep
The Brampton mayor’s remarks demonstrate the need to ‘get to the bottom of what’s going on,’ says Liberal MP Pam Damoff.
Former Indigenous procurement auditor calls pledge to examine the program ‘hypocritical’ after feds were warned of issues for years
Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu says her department is working on a plan to conduct an extensive audit of the government’s Indigenous procurement program.
PPS investigates ‘suspicious package,’ finds it ‘unsuspicious’
The Wellington Building was evacuated during the lunch hour on Dec. 10, with police blocking off nearby streets.
Fresh tech incoming for MP riding offices
Members of Parliament from across the country will be getting new phones, printers, computers, and network connection devices for their riding offices post-election.
Rural ridings will decide which party forms government after the next election, says Liberal MP Robert Morrissey
In the newly reconfigured 343 House, there will be 83 rural, 50 rural/urban, 143 urban, and 67 urban/rural ridings.
To address Trump’s border concerns, feds expected to spend more than $1-billion: senior government source
In the next cabinet shuffle expected later this month or next, U.S.-Canada relations will be a key factor in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s political calculus, say Liberal sources.
