Candidates ‘unchallenged’ and ‘uncovered’ in federal election as a fallout of dying local media: report
PSG Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne says competition is essential for a free and diverse press, but that it is eroding and commentary is now taking the place of factual reporting.
Thousands respond to false message promoting 1,400 jobs with Department of National Defence
The department says it’s investigating the matter, confirming the promotion came from an ‘unknown and unapproved source,’ resulting in more than 3,500 responses from public servants and external applicants.
No place for Poilievre’s old politics against Liberal centre-right pivot
With the Carney Liberals occupying the centre-right, the Conservatives face a hard question: evolve to lead a changing Canada or stay stuck in a political cul-de-sac of grievance and nostalgia.
Plugging into Energy Minister Hodgson’s team
The minister now has a 17-member staff contingent, which includes Carolyn Svonkin as director of communications and Bryn de Chastelain as director of operations.
Legislative Look Ahead
From mandates to momentum
There is a path forward, but it will demand political capital expenditure and hard choices.
Mark Carney and the challenge of governing
In terms of results, the prime minister must find the right balance between dialogue and action.
Senate’s urban beekeeping project continues to buzz along
Hill visitors have been able to buy a taste of the Senate of Canada’s honey since May.
‘The honeymoon period will be over’: politicos expect high bar for Carney’s first budget, and omnibus-bill headaches
The prime minister faces the task of balancing the government’s operating budget, while also spending more in key areas such as national defence and infrastructure projects, says David McLaughlin.
Public opinion is the real opposition
This fall will be about proof. For all the talk of a fresh start, Canadians have grown skeptical that any government can deliver on the big promises.
