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Senate studying role of robotics in health care

  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
Sen. Kelvin Ogilvie says robotics in health care is an area where 'Canada is really out in front in terms of the research capability, especially in the area of artificial intelligence.' The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Senate studying role of robotics in health care

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed

Senate studying role of robotics in health care

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed
Sen. Kelvin Ogilvie says robotics in health care is an area where 'Canada is really out in front in terms of the research capability, especially in the area of artificial intelligence.' The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Senate studying role of robotics in health care

  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
Sen. Kelvin Ogilvie says robotics in health care is an area where 'Canada is really out in front in terms of the research capability, especially in the area of artificial intelligence.' The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Senate studying role of robotics in health care

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed

Senate studying role of robotics in health care

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • Robotics have a growing and essential role in the health-care systems in Canada and a Senate study into the issue is hoping to shed
Sen. Kelvin Ogilvie says robotics in health care is an area where 'Canada is really out in front in terms of the research capability, especially in the area of artificial intelligence.' The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Plain-packaging bill will boost contraband market, says tobacco rep

  • The plan to introduce plain packaging on cigarettes is upsetting those in the tobacco industry, but no-smoking advocates say this has to be just
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
An example of what cigarette packages will look like if plain-packaging legislation takes effect. Image courtesy of Health Canada

Plain-packaging bill will boost contraband market, says tobacco rep

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • The plan to introduce plain packaging on cigarettes is upsetting those in the tobacco industry, but no-smoking advocates say this has to be just

Plain-packaging bill will boost contraband market, says tobacco rep

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 8, 2017
  • The plan to introduce plain packaging on cigarettes is upsetting those in the tobacco industry, but no-smoking advocates say this has to be just
An example of what cigarette packages will look like if plain-packaging legislation takes effect. Image courtesy of Health Canada

Feds, Canadian pilots disagree over extent to vetting foreign pilots

  • The Canadian government and the group representing many Canadian pilots are in a disagreement about the extent of vetting of foreign pilots working in
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017

Feds, Canadian pilots disagree over extent to vetting foreign pilots

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017
  • The Canadian government and the group representing many Canadian pilots are in a disagreement about the extent of vetting of foreign pilots working in

Feds, Canadian pilots disagree over extent to vetting foreign pilots

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017
  • The Canadian government and the group representing many Canadian pilots are in a disagreement about the extent of vetting of foreign pilots working in

Government support for Bombardier to be tested before WTO

  • An international complaint by Brazil and its aircraft manufacturer Embraer could test the legitimacy of the financial relationship between Bombardier Inc. and the Canadian and Quebec
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017
Brussels Airport welcomed a Bombardier CS100 for the first time in March 2016. The aircraft was performing exercises. Photograph by Kevin Cleynhens

Government support for Bombardier to be tested before WTO

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017
  • An international complaint by Brazil and its aircraft manufacturer Embraer could test the legitimacy of the financial relationship between Bombardier Inc. and the Canadian and Quebec

Government support for Bombardier to be tested before WTO

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 24, 2017
  • An international complaint by Brazil and its aircraft manufacturer Embraer could test the legitimacy of the financial relationship between Bombardier Inc. and the Canadian and Quebec
Brussels Airport welcomed a Bombardier CS100 for the first time in March 2016. The aircraft was performing exercises. Photograph by Kevin Cleynhens

Federal budget expected to include key elements for clean technology

  • For those working in the clean-tech sector, all eyes are on this week’s federal budget. Some want to see a dedication of dollars to
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
Many people will be watching Finance Minister Bill Morneau on budget day this week for clues on where Canada is going with clean technology. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Federal budget expected to include key elements for clean technology

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
  • For those working in the clean-tech sector, all eyes are on this week’s federal budget. Some want to see a dedication of dollars to

Federal budget expected to include key elements for clean technology

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
  • For those working in the clean-tech sector, all eyes are on this week’s federal budget. Some want to see a dedication of dollars to
Many people will be watching Finance Minister Bill Morneau on budget day this week for clues on where Canada is going with clean technology. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Need for pipeline capacity in Canada under debate

  • Pipelines and how to get oil to seawater is a hot topic in Canada, made all the more so with the revived talk of
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
A protest against the Kinder Morgan pipeline held in Ottawa last November, days before the Trudeau government approved it. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Need for pipeline capacity in Canada under debate

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
  • Pipelines and how to get oil to seawater is a hot topic in Canada, made all the more so with the revived talk of

Need for pipeline capacity in Canada under debate

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 20, 2017
  • Pipelines and how to get oil to seawater is a hot topic in Canada, made all the more so with the revived talk of
A protest against the Kinder Morgan pipeline held in Ottawa last November, days before the Trudeau government approved it. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Feds lauded for putting money into mental health

  • Only four provinces remain unsigned to a health deal with the federal government ensures some federal funds are spent on mental-health care, something many
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
B.C. Premier Christy Clark recently agreed to a health deal with the federal government that includes dedicated funding for mental health. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Feds lauded for putting money into mental health

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
  • Only four provinces remain unsigned to a health deal with the federal government ensures some federal funds are spent on mental-health care, something many

Feds lauded for putting money into mental health

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
  • Only four provinces remain unsigned to a health deal with the federal government ensures some federal funds are spent on mental-health care, something many
B.C. Premier Christy Clark recently agreed to a health deal with the federal government that includes dedicated funding for mental health. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

What does government do about men’s decisions costing health system billions?

  • Canadian men are neglecting their health and the government needs to take action for the betterment of the health-care system and societal health overall,
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
Liberal goaltender Marc Miller, Conservative skater Ben Lobb, and Liberal skater Neil Ellis compete in a charity hockey game on Feb. 16. Discussions are taking place about what to do about the unhealthy living choices men make. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

What does government do about men’s decisions costing health system billions?

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
  • Canadian men are neglecting their health and the government needs to take action for the betterment of the health-care system and societal health overall,

What does government do about men’s decisions costing health system billions?

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 6, 2017
  • Canadian men are neglecting their health and the government needs to take action for the betterment of the health-care system and societal health overall,
Liberal goaltender Marc Miller, Conservative skater Ben Lobb, and Liberal skater Neil Ellis compete in a charity hockey game on Feb. 16. Discussions are taking place about what to do about the unhealthy living choices men make. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Petro-transport industry not immediately affected by carbon taxes: experts

  • The transportation industry may be able to breathe a sigh of relief as experts don’t expect any of the various carbon taxes across the
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 27, 2017
Environment Minister Catherine McKenna's announced carbon tax is not expected to have an immediate impact on the way oil is transported in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Petro-transport industry not immediately affected by carbon taxes: experts

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 27, 2017
  • The transportation industry may be able to breathe a sigh of relief as experts don’t expect any of the various carbon taxes across the

Petro-transport industry not immediately affected by carbon taxes: experts

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 27, 2017
  • The transportation industry may be able to breathe a sigh of relief as experts don’t expect any of the various carbon taxes across the
Environment Minister Catherine McKenna's announced carbon tax is not expected to have an immediate impact on the way oil is transported in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Trump presidency puts Canada’s food producers on alert

  • The new U.S. administration’s stated desire to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is leaving those in the agricultural sector wondering what
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
Canadian food producers are concerned what U.S. President Donald Trump's intention of renegotiating NAFTA will mean for them. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Trump presidency puts Canada’s food producers on alert

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • The new U.S. administration’s stated desire to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is leaving those in the agricultural sector wondering what

Trump presidency puts Canada’s food producers on alert

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • The new U.S. administration’s stated desire to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is leaving those in the agricultural sector wondering what
Canadian food producers are concerned what U.S. President Donald Trump's intention of renegotiating NAFTA will mean for them. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Canada’s supply-management system ‘evolving’

  • While new U.S. President Donald Trump may be getting pressure from American dairy producers to pry open Canada’s supply-management system, many say it’s unlikely
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is on the record with his support of supply management, but experts say changes are on the way. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Canada’s supply-management system ‘evolving’

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • While new U.S. President Donald Trump may be getting pressure from American dairy producers to pry open Canada’s supply-management system, many say it’s unlikely

Canada’s supply-management system ‘evolving’

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • While new U.S. President Donald Trump may be getting pressure from American dairy producers to pry open Canada’s supply-management system, many say it’s unlikely
Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is on the record with his support of supply management, but experts say changes are on the way. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Farmers already struggling with energy costs await new carbon-tax environment

  • If farmers facing rising energy costs don’t get some relief from the government, they may have to figure out ways to lower input costs
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
Electricity prices are provoking many complaints from consumers lately, but they are also creating many concerns in the agriculture sector. The Hill Times photograph by Kristen Shane

Farmers already struggling with energy costs await new carbon-tax environment

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • If farmers facing rising energy costs don’t get some relief from the government, they may have to figure out ways to lower input costs

Farmers already struggling with energy costs await new carbon-tax environment

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 13, 2017
  • If farmers facing rising energy costs don’t get some relief from the government, they may have to figure out ways to lower input costs
Electricity prices are provoking many complaints from consumers lately, but they are also creating many concerns in the agriculture sector. The Hill Times photograph by Kristen Shane

Observers urge care in earmarking funds for innovation clusters

  • People who study innovation appear cautiously optimistic the government’s plan to funnel hundreds of millions of dollars into innovation networks and clusters will succeed,
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits the Centre for Commercialization of Regenerative Medicine in Toronto on Jan. 13, 2016, to which the government is giving a $20-million grant. Photograph courtesy of the PMO

Observers urge care in earmarking funds for innovation clusters

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • People who study innovation appear cautiously optimistic the government’s plan to funnel hundreds of millions of dollars into innovation networks and clusters will succeed,

Observers urge care in earmarking funds for innovation clusters

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • People who study innovation appear cautiously optimistic the government’s plan to funnel hundreds of millions of dollars into innovation networks and clusters will succeed,
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits the Centre for Commercialization of Regenerative Medicine in Toronto on Jan. 13, 2016, to which the government is giving a $20-million grant. Photograph courtesy of the PMO

Change needed to capture top international talent, say industry analysts

  • Canada’s position as one of the few solid liberal democracies holding its doors open to the world could make it easier to attract talent
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
Canada can attract more talent by improving its universities and encouraging students, including those from abroad, to stay in the country, says Prof. Sarah Lubik. The Hill Times file photo

Change needed to capture top international talent, say industry analysts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • Canada’s position as one of the few solid liberal democracies holding its doors open to the world could make it easier to attract talent

Change needed to capture top international talent, say industry analysts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • Canada’s position as one of the few solid liberal democracies holding its doors open to the world could make it easier to attract talent
Canada can attract more talent by improving its universities and encouraging students, including those from abroad, to stay in the country, says Prof. Sarah Lubik. The Hill Times file photo

Procurement policy could boost startups: researchers

  • The federal government, along with provinces and municipalities, could use its purchasing abilities to help innovative companies succeed early and grow, according to several
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
Public Services and Procurement Minister Judy Foote controls the government's policies for buying the goods and services it uses. The Hill Times photograph by Rachel Aiello

Procurement policy could boost startups: researchers

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • The federal government, along with provinces and municipalities, could use its purchasing abilities to help innovative companies succeed early and grow, according to several

Procurement policy could boost startups: researchers

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2017
  • The federal government, along with provinces and municipalities, could use its purchasing abilities to help innovative companies succeed early and grow, according to several
Public Services and Procurement Minister Judy Foote controls the government's policies for buying the goods and services it uses. The Hill Times photograph by Rachel Aiello

Tackling the digital skills gap: youth without jobs, employers without workers

  • Canadian youth use sophisticated technology in many aspect of their lives, but are failing to gain the skills to develop that technology themselves, something
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 18, 2017
Nova Scotia and British Columbia have made commitments to introduce coding into their school systems. Photograph courtesy of Kevin Jarrett

Tackling the digital skills gap: youth without jobs, employers without workers

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 18, 2017
  • Canadian youth use sophisticated technology in many aspect of their lives, but are failing to gain the skills to develop that technology themselves, something

Tackling the digital skills gap: youth without jobs, employers without workers

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 18, 2017
  • Canadian youth use sophisticated technology in many aspect of their lives, but are failing to gain the skills to develop that technology themselves, something
Nova Scotia and British Columbia have made commitments to introduce coding into their school systems. Photograph courtesy of Kevin Jarrett

Advocates demand feds step up help for veterans

  • Some veterans say they are angry with the government and say those who served need better support immediately to help deal with the trauma that
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
The department of Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr, middle, says it has a number of projects underway to help veterans and their families with mental health problems. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Advocates demand feds step up help for veterans

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Some veterans say they are angry with the government and say those who served need better support immediately to help deal with the trauma that

Advocates demand feds step up help for veterans

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Some veterans say they are angry with the government and say those who served need better support immediately to help deal with the trauma that
The department of Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr, middle, says it has a number of projects underway to help veterans and their families with mental health problems. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

By legalizing marijuana, Canada could breach global treaties

  • When Canada legalizes marijuana it may have to acknowledge the policy shift is in violation of international treaties, say some experts. “Internationally, you are
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
Health Minister Jane Philpott has said her government will introduce legislation to legalize marijuana in the spring. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

By legalizing marijuana, Canada could breach global treaties

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • When Canada legalizes marijuana it may have to acknowledge the policy shift is in violation of international treaties, say some experts. “Internationally, you are

By legalizing marijuana, Canada could breach global treaties

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • When Canada legalizes marijuana it may have to acknowledge the policy shift is in violation of international treaties, say some experts. “Internationally, you are
Health Minister Jane Philpott has said her government will introduce legislation to legalize marijuana in the spring. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Canada a ‘huge laggard’ in cyber security at a time when threats growing: expert

  • Cyber security needs to be a greater priority for the federal government in a time when state actors are increasingly taking clear risks to
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale was mandated to lead a review of Canada's cyber-security strategy and infrastructure. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Canada a ‘huge laggard’ in cyber security at a time when threats growing: expert

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Cyber security needs to be a greater priority for the federal government in a time when state actors are increasingly taking clear risks to

Canada a ‘huge laggard’ in cyber security at a time when threats growing: expert

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Cyber security needs to be a greater priority for the federal government in a time when state actors are increasingly taking clear risks to
Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale was mandated to lead a review of Canada's cyber-security strategy and infrastructure. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Government must stop dragging out decision on peacekeeping mission, say defence analysts

  • Details of exactly what the federal government wants to do in an African peacekeeping mission with the United Nations remains a mystery, but if
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
A UN peacekeeper on patrol in the Congo. Canada's Minister Defence, Harjit Sajjan, told The Toronto Star that Canada would commit soldiers to a three-year mission in 'dangerous' regions in Africa. Photograph courtesy of the UN, by Sylvain Liechti

Government must stop dragging out decision on peacekeeping mission, say defence analysts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Details of exactly what the federal government wants to do in an African peacekeeping mission with the United Nations remains a mystery, but if

Government must stop dragging out decision on peacekeeping mission, say defence analysts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | January 9, 2017
  • Details of exactly what the federal government wants to do in an African peacekeeping mission with the United Nations remains a mystery, but if
A UN peacekeeper on patrol in the Congo. Canada's Minister Defence, Harjit Sajjan, told The Toronto Star that Canada would commit soldiers to a three-year mission in 'dangerous' regions in Africa. Photograph courtesy of the UN, by Sylvain Liechti

Creation of a mining ombudsman on horizon, says Liberal MP championing the cause

  • Canada may soon have an extractive resources ombudsman who would ensure that Canada’s mining companies act ethically, according to the Liberal MP who has
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
Liberal MP John McKay said he expects to see a clear plan in place by March 2017 for creating an ombudsman for the extractive sector. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Creation of a mining ombudsman on horizon, says Liberal MP championing the cause

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
  • Canada may soon have an extractive resources ombudsman who would ensure that Canada’s mining companies act ethically, according to the Liberal MP who has

Creation of a mining ombudsman on horizon, says Liberal MP championing the cause

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
  • Canada may soon have an extractive resources ombudsman who would ensure that Canada’s mining companies act ethically, according to the Liberal MP who has
Liberal MP John McKay said he expects to see a clear plan in place by March 2017 for creating an ombudsman for the extractive sector. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Liberal government’s $1.5-billion marine safety plan may fall short with increased tanker traffic

  • The government’s recently announced five-year, $1.5-billion marine safety plan may just be a drop in the ocean in terms of what is actually needed
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
The Port of Vancouver on Canada's West Coast. It's expected the approval of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline expansion will increase oil tanker traffic into the Burrard Inlet to more than 400 ships a year. Photograph courtesy of Bobanny, Wikimedia Commons.

Liberal government’s $1.5-billion marine safety plan may fall short with increased tanker traffic

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
  • The government’s recently announced five-year, $1.5-billion marine safety plan may just be a drop in the ocean in terms of what is actually needed

Liberal government’s $1.5-billion marine safety plan may fall short with increased tanker traffic

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | December 5, 2016
  • The government’s recently announced five-year, $1.5-billion marine safety plan may just be a drop in the ocean in terms of what is actually needed
The Port of Vancouver on Canada's West Coast. It's expected the approval of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline expansion will increase oil tanker traffic into the Burrard Inlet to more than 400 ships a year. Photograph courtesy of Bobanny, Wikimedia Commons.

Private sector increasingly involved in space, Canadian government investments remain scarce

  • As the Canadian Space Agency gets ready to launch a series of three earth observation satellites and private companies start to take more of
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 28, 2016
On Nov 21, Canadarm2 releases Orbitals ATK's Cygnus spacecraft after its mission to the International Space Station. Photograph by NASA/courtesy of Canadian Space Agency

Private sector increasingly involved in space, Canadian government investments remain scarce

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 28, 2016
  • As the Canadian Space Agency gets ready to launch a series of three earth observation satellites and private companies start to take more of

Private sector increasingly involved in space, Canadian government investments remain scarce

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 28, 2016
  • As the Canadian Space Agency gets ready to launch a series of three earth observation satellites and private companies start to take more of
On Nov 21, Canadarm2 releases Orbitals ATK's Cygnus spacecraft after its mission to the International Space Station. Photograph by NASA/courtesy of Canadian Space Agency

Canada sits on food sector goldmine, but needs to eliminate barriers to success, say experts

  • Exporting too much raw food product, rather than packaging it first in Canada; an inefficient transportation sector; and a jump in food imports are
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
There are parts of the country where food is grown, and it's easier to export it outside of Canada's borders than it is to sell it to another domestic region, leaving a gap for the import market to fill, some experts say. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Canada sits on food sector goldmine, but needs to eliminate barriers to success, say experts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • Exporting too much raw food product, rather than packaging it first in Canada; an inefficient transportation sector; and a jump in food imports are

Canada sits on food sector goldmine, but needs to eliminate barriers to success, say experts

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • Exporting too much raw food product, rather than packaging it first in Canada; an inefficient transportation sector; and a jump in food imports are
There are parts of the country where food is grown, and it's easier to export it outside of Canada's borders than it is to sell it to another domestic region, leaving a gap for the import market to fill, some experts say. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Higher food prices, alternative proteins expected to result from carbon tax

  • A price on carbon, opposed by many in the agricultural sector, could lead to an adjusted Canadian diet as some things get more expensive
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
Beef might prove to be so expensive in future years as a result of carbon pricing that Canadians and producers turn to alternative forms of protein, says Evan Fraser from the University of Guelph. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Higher food prices, alternative proteins expected to result from carbon tax

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • A price on carbon, opposed by many in the agricultural sector, could lead to an adjusted Canadian diet as some things get more expensive

Higher food prices, alternative proteins expected to result from carbon tax

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • A price on carbon, opposed by many in the agricultural sector, could lead to an adjusted Canadian diet as some things get more expensive
Beef might prove to be so expensive in future years as a result of carbon pricing that Canadians and producers turn to alternative forms of protein, says Evan Fraser from the University of Guelph. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Silver linings and steep fears over Monsanto-Bayer merger

  • The creation of a monolithic biotech company with the merger of Monsanto and Bayer could allow the industry to reinvent its negative image, but
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
“I think its actually better for the entire industry to move forward on this deal. It would allow the industry to change its image a little bit,” said Prof. Charlebois, referring to the poor reputation Monsanto has for its role in Genetically Modified Organisms in the agriculture sector. Photograph courtesy of Waywuwei, Wikimedia Commons

Silver linings and steep fears over Monsanto-Bayer merger

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • The creation of a monolithic biotech company with the merger of Monsanto and Bayer could allow the industry to reinvent its negative image, but

Silver linings and steep fears over Monsanto-Bayer merger

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | November 14, 2016
  • The creation of a monolithic biotech company with the merger of Monsanto and Bayer could allow the industry to reinvent its negative image, but
“I think its actually better for the entire industry to move forward on this deal. It would allow the industry to change its image a little bit,” said Prof. Charlebois, referring to the poor reputation Monsanto has for its role in Genetically Modified Organisms in the agriculture sector. Photograph courtesy of Waywuwei, Wikimedia Commons

Seismic testing controversy in North set for Supreme Court

  • For the northern community of Clyde River, Nunavut, the sustainability of hunting and fishing is at the centre of a Supreme Court of Canada
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | October 24, 2016
The Clyde River Airport. Residents of this community are concerned about seismic testing planned for nearby Baffin Bay. Photograph courtesy of Leslie Philipp's Flickr

Seismic testing controversy in North set for Supreme Court

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | October 24, 2016
  • For the northern community of Clyde River, Nunavut, the sustainability of hunting and fishing is at the centre of a Supreme Court of Canada

Seismic testing controversy in North set for Supreme Court

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | October 24, 2016
  • For the northern community of Clyde River, Nunavut, the sustainability of hunting and fishing is at the centre of a Supreme Court of Canada
The Clyde River Airport. Residents of this community are concerned about seismic testing planned for nearby Baffin Bay. Photograph courtesy of Leslie Philipp's Flickr
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‘Complete revision’ suggested for Canada’s Food Guide

  • As Health Canada reviews Canada’s Food Guide, many are demanding that it be drastically overhauled to combat obesity and take into consideration the diversity
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
Food Network Chopped Canada winner of 2014, Paul Lillakas, amid an array of food ingredients. There are calls for changes in Canada's Food Guide, particularly with regard to carbohydrates. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

‘Complete revision’ suggested for Canada’s Food Guide

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
  • As Health Canada reviews Canada’s Food Guide, many are demanding that it be drastically overhauled to combat obesity and take into consideration the diversity

‘Complete revision’ suggested for Canada’s Food Guide

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
  • As Health Canada reviews Canada’s Food Guide, many are demanding that it be drastically overhauled to combat obesity and take into consideration the diversity
Food Network Chopped Canada winner of 2014, Paul Lillakas, amid an array of food ingredients. There are calls for changes in Canada's Food Guide, particularly with regard to carbohydrates. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Ottawa called on to boost community care for children with mental health issues

  • Some say the federal government needs to invest in community care for children with mental health concerns because a growing number have been going to
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
Health Minister Jane Philpott is being called on to ensure more funding for community health care to, among other things, keep children from going to hospitals to deal with mental health issues. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Ottawa called on to boost community care for children with mental health issues

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
  • Some say the federal government needs to invest in community care for children with mental health concerns because a growing number have been going to

Ottawa called on to boost community care for children with mental health issues

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | May 9, 2016
  • Some say the federal government needs to invest in community care for children with mental health concerns because a growing number have been going to
Health Minister Jane Philpott is being called on to ensure more funding for community health care to, among other things, keep children from going to hospitals to deal with mental health issues. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Liberal promise of infrastructure bank absent from budget

  • The Liberal party promised in last year’s election campaign that it would establish a Canadian Infrastructure Bank “to provide low-cost financing for new infrastructure
Opinion | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised a Canadian Infrastructure Bank in last year's election campaign, but it was nowhere to be seen in this year's budget. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Liberal promise of infrastructure bank absent from budget

Opinion | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • The Liberal party promised in last year’s election campaign that it would establish a Canadian Infrastructure Bank “to provide low-cost financing for new infrastructure

Liberal promise of infrastructure bank absent from budget

Opinion | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • The Liberal party promised in last year’s election campaign that it would establish a Canadian Infrastructure Bank “to provide low-cost financing for new infrastructure
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised a Canadian Infrastructure Bank in last year's election campaign, but it was nowhere to be seen in this year's budget. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Economic experts question Liberals’ definition of infrastructure

  • As the government rolls out its infrastructure spending plans, many economic experts are skeptical of the broad definition of what constitutes infrastructure under the
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
While some, such as Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz, are keen on government investments in infrastructure, others are urging caution in what gets defined as infrastructure. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Economic experts question Liberals’ definition of infrastructure

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • As the government rolls out its infrastructure spending plans, many economic experts are skeptical of the broad definition of what constitutes infrastructure under the

Economic experts question Liberals’ definition of infrastructure

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • As the government rolls out its infrastructure spending plans, many economic experts are skeptical of the broad definition of what constitutes infrastructure under the
While some, such as Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz, are keen on government investments in infrastructure, others are urging caution in what gets defined as infrastructure. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Pre-approval of corridors recommended for northern infrastructure projects

  • As the Trudeau government begins divvying up infrastructure funds promised in the budget, some say there are better processes that can be applied for planning
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
Getting pre-approval for corridor projects in the north, such as pipelines or roads, can make things easier for when funds become available to create such projects, says the University of Calgary's Jack Mintz. Photography by Michelle Valberg

Pre-approval of corridors recommended for northern infrastructure projects

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • As the Trudeau government begins divvying up infrastructure funds promised in the budget, some say there are better processes that can be applied for planning

Pre-approval of corridors recommended for northern infrastructure projects

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • As the Trudeau government begins divvying up infrastructure funds promised in the budget, some say there are better processes that can be applied for planning
Getting pre-approval for corridor projects in the north, such as pipelines or roads, can make things easier for when funds become available to create such projects, says the University of Calgary's Jack Mintz. Photography by Michelle Valberg

Experts warn of perils in federal-municipal funding arrangements

  • When the federal government has money to spend on innovation, municipal leaders are often quick to vie for some of it in hopes of creating their own local
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
While people like Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson are keen on getting access to federal funding for infrastructure and innovation, some experts are urging caution on funding arrangements between municipalities and the federal government. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Experts warn of perils in federal-municipal funding arrangements

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • When the federal government has money to spend on innovation, municipal leaders are often quick to vie for some of it in hopes of creating their own local

Experts warn of perils in federal-municipal funding arrangements

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 18, 2016
  • When the federal government has money to spend on innovation, municipal leaders are often quick to vie for some of it in hopes of creating their own local
While people like Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson are keen on getting access to federal funding for infrastructure and innovation, some experts are urging caution on funding arrangements between municipalities and the federal government. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

No-fly lists remain point of contention among civil liberties advocates

  • Civil liberties’ watchers say the government should be transparent with the rules around its no-fly list, while national security experts say that many proper
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
Monia Mazigh, wife of Maher Arar who was suspected of terror links and tortured in Syria, says the the government needs to create more transparency around no-fly lists. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

No-fly lists remain point of contention among civil liberties advocates

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • Civil liberties’ watchers say the government should be transparent with the rules around its no-fly list, while national security experts say that many proper

No-fly lists remain point of contention among civil liberties advocates

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • Civil liberties’ watchers say the government should be transparent with the rules around its no-fly list, while national security experts say that many proper
Monia Mazigh, wife of Maher Arar who was suspected of terror links and tortured in Syria, says the the government needs to create more transparency around no-fly lists. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Rail group report claims trains safe for oil transport

  • While a report for the Railway Association of Canada claims that both rail and pipelines are safe ways to transport crude oil, industry observers
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
A report from the Rail Association of Canada says both trains and pipelines are a safe way to transport, but others are skeptical. Photograph by Harvey Henkelmann, via Wikipedia

Rail group report claims trains safe for oil transport

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • While a report for the Railway Association of Canada claims that both rail and pipelines are safe ways to transport crude oil, industry observers

Rail group report claims trains safe for oil transport

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • While a report for the Railway Association of Canada claims that both rail and pipelines are safe ways to transport crude oil, industry observers
A report from the Rail Association of Canada says both trains and pipelines are a safe way to transport, but others are skeptical. Photograph by Harvey Henkelmann, via Wikipedia

Transportation review favours market forces, suggests airport privatization

  • The Transportation Act review report suggests continued reliance on market forces for developing transportation services, but some say the government should use caution when changing
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
Among the recommendations in a review of the Transportation Act is a suggestion that foreign ownership thresholds for airlines be increased to 49 per cent from 25 per cent. Photograph courtesy of Adrian Pingstone via Wikipedia

Transportation review favours market forces, suggests airport privatization

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • The Transportation Act review report suggests continued reliance on market forces for developing transportation services, but some say the government should use caution when changing

Transportation review favours market forces, suggests airport privatization

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • The Transportation Act review report suggests continued reliance on market forces for developing transportation services, but some say the government should use caution when changing
Among the recommendations in a review of the Transportation Act is a suggestion that foreign ownership thresholds for airlines be increased to 49 per cent from 25 per cent. Photograph courtesy of Adrian Pingstone via Wikipedia

Aviva offers insurance for Uber-like services

  • As cities debate ways to deal with ride-sharing service Uber, an insurance company now offers a policy to cover risks associated with using the
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
In February, Aviva Canada became the first to offer a policy for ride-share services like Uber. It is only available in Ontario right now. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Aviva offers insurance for Uber-like services

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • As cities debate ways to deal with ride-sharing service Uber, an insurance company now offers a policy to cover risks associated with using the

Aviva offers insurance for Uber-like services

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | April 4, 2016
  • As cities debate ways to deal with ride-sharing service Uber, an insurance company now offers a policy to cover risks associated with using the
In February, Aviva Canada became the first to offer a policy for ride-share services like Uber. It is only available in Ontario right now. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Alberta oilpatch braces for higher carbon costs

  • Alberta’s oil-and-gas sector is measuring potential costs that are soon to be added to the price of taking fossil fuels out of the ground.
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
The elections of New Democrat Rachel Notley, shown, as Alberta premier and Justin Trudeau's Liberals federally have changed the situation for Alberta's oil-and-gas producers with regard to carbon pricing. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Alberta oilpatch braces for higher carbon costs

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
  • Alberta’s oil-and-gas sector is measuring potential costs that are soon to be added to the price of taking fossil fuels out of the ground.

Alberta oilpatch braces for higher carbon costs

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
  • Alberta’s oil-and-gas sector is measuring potential costs that are soon to be added to the price of taking fossil fuels out of the ground.
The elections of New Democrat Rachel Notley, shown, as Alberta premier and Justin Trudeau's Liberals federally have changed the situation for Alberta's oil-and-gas producers with regard to carbon pricing. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Cities taking strides toward greenhouse-gas emission reduction

  • Cities may lack the hefty powers of provinces and the federal government to enforce laws and policies that would lower emissions en masse, but
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
Finance Minister Bill Morneau brings down the budget on Tuesday. Municipalities are hoping the federal government’s enthusiasm about the Paris Agreement on climate change and lowering greenhouse gas emissions could mean it pours infrastructure money into cities, most notably for transit projects. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Cities taking strides toward greenhouse-gas emission reduction

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
  • Cities may lack the hefty powers of provinces and the federal government to enforce laws and policies that would lower emissions en masse, but

Cities taking strides toward greenhouse-gas emission reduction

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | March 21, 2016
  • Cities may lack the hefty powers of provinces and the federal government to enforce laws and policies that would lower emissions en masse, but
Finance Minister Bill Morneau brings down the budget on Tuesday. Municipalities are hoping the federal government’s enthusiasm about the Paris Agreement on climate change and lowering greenhouse gas emissions could mean it pours infrastructure money into cities, most notably for transit projects. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Health proponents, beverage industry debate merits of tax on sweet drinks

  • The debate around a Senate report released last week suggesting taxing sweetened drinks as a way to curb obesity is foaming up in Canada
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
The Senate's Social Affairs, Science and Technology Committee, chaired by Kelvin Kenneth Ogilvie, has recommended a tax on sugary drinks to combat obesity. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Health proponents, beverage industry debate merits of tax on sweet drinks

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • The debate around a Senate report released last week suggesting taxing sweetened drinks as a way to curb obesity is foaming up in Canada

Health proponents, beverage industry debate merits of tax on sweet drinks

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • The debate around a Senate report released last week suggesting taxing sweetened drinks as a way to curb obesity is foaming up in Canada
The Senate's Social Affairs, Science and Technology Committee, chaired by Kelvin Kenneth Ogilvie, has recommended a tax on sugary drinks to combat obesity. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Health experts call on government to increase transparency around drug research

  • Health professionals and academics are putting the heat on Health Canada to release information about prescription drugs—information that the department deems confidential for the
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
Health Minister Jane Philpott is facing calls to increase transparency around the research that goes into drugs approved for sale in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Health experts call on government to increase transparency around drug research

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • Health professionals and academics are putting the heat on Health Canada to release information about prescription drugs—information that the department deems confidential for the

Health experts call on government to increase transparency around drug research

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • Health professionals and academics are putting the heat on Health Canada to release information about prescription drugs—information that the department deems confidential for the
Health Minister Jane Philpott is facing calls to increase transparency around the research that goes into drugs approved for sale in Canada. The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

Feds must follow provinces on collecting wait-time data: advocacy group

  • A group that monitors the time patients wait for health care for various procedures and in all parts of the country says producing this
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
Hospital beds could be freed by by focusing more on on home care for seniors, says Chris Simpson, chairman of the Wait Time Alliance. Photograph by Jacob Windham via Wikimedia Commons

Feds must follow provinces on collecting wait-time data: advocacy group

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • A group that monitors the time patients wait for health care for various procedures and in all parts of the country says producing this

Feds must follow provinces on collecting wait-time data: advocacy group

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | March 7, 2016
  • A group that monitors the time patients wait for health care for various procedures and in all parts of the country says producing this
Hospital beds could be freed by by focusing more on on home care for seniors, says Chris Simpson, chairman of the Wait Time Alliance. Photograph by Jacob Windham via Wikimedia Commons

Feds could be challenged on international trade laws if it invests in Bombardier

  • If the federal government is to follow its provincial colleagues in Quebec and aide Bombardier by investing in the company, it will have some
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
Debra Steger, a professor of law at the University of Ottawa, who worked at the WTO for 20 years and is a senior fellow with the Centre for International Governance Innovation. Dane Rowlands, director of the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University.        Photograph courtesy Adrian Pingstone

Feds could be challenged on international trade laws if it invests in Bombardier

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • If the federal government is to follow its provincial colleagues in Quebec and aide Bombardier by investing in the company, it will have some

Feds could be challenged on international trade laws if it invests in Bombardier

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • If the federal government is to follow its provincial colleagues in Quebec and aide Bombardier by investing in the company, it will have some
Debra Steger, a professor of law at the University of Ottawa, who worked at the WTO for 20 years and is a senior fellow with the Centre for International Governance Innovation. Dane Rowlands, director of the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University.        Photograph courtesy Adrian Pingstone

CentrePort links Manitoba to global trade opportunities

  • Manitoba is trying not to let the fact that it is a landlocked province hold it back from becoming a hub for international trade
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
CentrePort CEO Diane Gray says a new arrangement with Mexico is intended to create a more direct trade channel between Manitoba and Mexico, creating an opportunity for the province's pork producers. Photograph courtesy of CentrePort

CentrePort links Manitoba to global trade opportunities

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • Manitoba is trying not to let the fact that it is a landlocked province hold it back from becoming a hub for international trade

CentrePort links Manitoba to global trade opportunities

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • Manitoba is trying not to let the fact that it is a landlocked province hold it back from becoming a hub for international trade
CentrePort CEO Diane Gray says a new arrangement with Mexico is intended to create a more direct trade channel between Manitoba and Mexico, creating an opportunity for the province's pork producers. Photograph courtesy of CentrePort

Experts say Canada long way off from deeper trade relationship with India

  • Pipelines and Canadian apprehension of Chinese state-owned companies owning large companies in Canada may stand in the way of a larger trade deal with
FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016

Experts say Canada long way off from deeper trade relationship with India

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • Pipelines and Canadian apprehension of Chinese state-owned companies owning large companies in Canada may stand in the way of a larger trade deal with

Experts say Canada long way off from deeper trade relationship with India

FeatureBY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • Pipelines and Canadian apprehension of Chinese state-owned companies owning large companies in Canada may stand in the way of a larger trade deal with

Meat industry officials see opportunity in TPP

  • On the heels of Canada’s meat industry winning a trade dispute over labelling of products in the United States, the sector sees opportunity in
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
University of Ottawa law professor Debra Steger says it's too late for Canada to try to renegotiate parts of the TPP. Photograph courtesy of University of Ottawa

Meat industry officials see opportunity in TPP

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • On the heels of Canada’s meat industry winning a trade dispute over labelling of products in the United States, the sector sees opportunity in

Meat industry officials see opportunity in TPP

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 29, 2016
  • On the heels of Canada’s meat industry winning a trade dispute over labelling of products in the United States, the sector sees opportunity in
University of Ottawa law professor Debra Steger says it's too late for Canada to try to renegotiate parts of the TPP. Photograph courtesy of University of Ottawa

Academics call for federal government investment in Bombardier

  • If the government wants a Canadian company to become a global player in the aerospace sector than it will have to pony up the
News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2016

Academics call for federal government investment in Bombardier

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2016
  • If the government wants a Canadian company to become a global player in the aerospace sector than it will have to pony up the

Academics call for federal government investment in Bombardier

News | BY DENIS CALNAN | February 8, 2016
  • If the government wants a Canadian company to become a global player in the aerospace sector than it will have to pony up the

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