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House suspension deal offers ‘insufficient’ scrutiny of feds’ spending amid COVID, say politicos

Four hours to study $87-billion in government spending is inadequate, says Liberal MP John McKay, calling it ‘short-term gain for a long-term pain.’

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June 3, 2020

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An election about who’s best to handle Trump spells trouble for Bloc Québécois, say observers

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‘We’re the canary in the coal mine’: Joly’s wake-up call to Europe as Canada looks to co-ordinate a Trump response with allies

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New research explores presence, experiences of Black Canadians in politics

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Will U.S. tariff threats on Canada and Europe spur CETA ratification?

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‘We can’t take their word’: U.S. ignoring 2019 deal to guide return of steel and aluminum tariffs

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Keeping the true North strong and free requires ‘nation-building investment’ now, says Nunavut premier

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By highlighting Canada’s vulnerability in the Arctic, U.S. President Donald Trump has created Canadian unity and an opportunity to lead in the North, says Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok.

Keeping the true North strong and free requires ‘nation-building investment’ now, says Nunavut premier

NewsBY STUART BENSON

By highlighting Canada’s vulnerability in the Arctic, U.S. President Donald Trump has created Canadian unity and an opportunity to lead in the North, says Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok.

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Liberal candidates’ procurement pitches fail to address the long-standing issues, say observers

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