Donald Trump represents a poisonous addition to this country’s often-rancorous, decades-old debate over pipelines and the oil and gas industry’s environmental impacts. Any appeal
International Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, left, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, picture at the first ministers' meeting in Ottawa on Jan. 14, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Donald Trump represents a poisonous addition to this country’s often-rancorous, decades-old debate over pipelines and the oil and gas industry’s environmental impacts. Any appeal
Donald Trump represents a poisonous addition to this country’s often-rancorous, decades-old debate over pipelines and the oil and gas industry’s environmental impacts. Any appeal
International Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, left, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, picture at the first ministers' meeting in Ottawa on Jan. 14, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston’s Progressive Conservatives demonstrate that provincial governments want even more regressive amendments to their freedom of information acts, writes Ken Rubin. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Our inaction on internal trade and information barriers, and climate-change strategies hinders our future survival and development.
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston’s Progressive Conservatives demonstrate that provincial governments want even more regressive amendments to their freedom of information acts, writes Ken Rubin. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to reporters after the cabinet swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall on March 14.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
On March 14, Mark Carney became Canada’s new prime minister, naming a much smaller cabinet of 23 ministers, most of whom were also part
Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to reporters after the cabinet swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall on March 14.
The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Defence Minister Bill Blair’s March 8 shipbuilding contract announcement was unsurprisingly dropped into a media void, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Buried in the fine print of the Canadian Surface Combatant announcement was the fact that the total cost to build these three warships is expected
Defence Minister Bill Blair’s March 8 shipbuilding contract announcement was unsurprisingly dropped into a media void, writes Scott Taylor. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
This is an opportunity for Canadian Culture and Identity Minister Steven Guilbeault to do something bold as is demanded by these existential times, writes Sen. Andrew Cardozo. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
We have the building blocks to define a Canadian identity, but they need to be reviewed, reformed, and rebuilt.
This is an opportunity for Canadian Culture and Identity Minister Steven Guilbeault to do something bold as is demanded by these existential times, writes Sen. Andrew Cardozo. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In the March 9 Liberal leadership election, Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured with his wife Diana Fox Carney, secured 29,456 points out of a maximum of 34,300. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In the March 9 Liberal leadership election, Prime Minister Carney secured a ‘crushing victory,’ winning all 343 ridings.
In the March 9 Liberal leadership election, Prime Minister Mark Carney, pictured with his wife Diana Fox Carney, secured 29,456 points out of a maximum of 34,300. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
On paper, Mark Carney, left, has the clear advantage. His talents have been road-tested in the 2008 financial crisis in Canada, and in the turbulence of the post-Brexit period in the U.K. But does he have the retail political skills? Pierre Poilievre has clearly demonstrated his considerable retail political skills, writes Michale Harris. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Both leaders of the mainstream parties need to demonstrate their credentials for the top job, and their plan to rebuff Donald Trump. An election is
On paper, Mark Carney, left, has the clear advantage. His talents have been road-tested in the 2008 financial crisis in Canada, and in the turbulence of the post-Brexit period in the U.K. But does he have the retail political skills? Pierre Poilievre has clearly demonstrated his considerable retail political skills, writes Michale Harris. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Tariffs and the threat of tariffs from the U.S. and China could have devastating effects on Canada’s agriculture sector, say agriculture industry insiders.
To support Canada's farmers, Lawrence MacAulay announced on March 7 that Ottawa will set the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program at $250,000 for the 2025 program year. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Tariffs and the threat of tariffs from the U.S. and China could have devastating effects on Canada’s agriculture sector, say agriculture industry insiders.
Tariffs and the threat of tariffs from the U.S. and China could have devastating effects on Canada’s agriculture sector, say agriculture industry insiders.
To support Canada's farmers, Lawrence MacAulay announced on March 7 that Ottawa will set the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program at $250,000 for the 2025 program year. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Prime Minister Mark Carney. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade, Sam Garcia, and courtesy of Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons, illustration courtesy of The Hill Times' Neena Singhal
So far, neither party has presented such a plan. Yet the need is urgent. While we must retaliate in the face of U.S. tariffs and
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Prime Minister Mark Carney. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade, Sam Garcia, and courtesy of Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons, illustration courtesy of The Hill Times' Neena Singhal
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
Most political consumers will reject the Conservative ad attacking Mark Carney as helping Donald Trump by driving jobs south because it won’t seem rooted
The Conservative Party's recent attack ad, called 'Trump wants our jobs.' Image courtesy of the Conservative Party of Canada
Mark Carney, the economic technocrat who plunged into political street-fighting, will become the 24th prime minister of Canada at a time when the very existence of the country is challenged by a predatory American president. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If Mark Carney survives these dehumanizing battles, he will lift up Canadians: high drama indeed.
Mark Carney, the economic technocrat who plunged into political street-fighting, will become the 24th prime minister of Canada at a time when the very existence of the country is challenged by a predatory American president. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
With the right investments in research, innovation, and farmer education, Canada can lead the global transition toward a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
For Canada to realize the full potential of circular bioeconomy in agriculture, stronger government and industry support programs are essential, writes Dr. Saji George, an associate professor at McGill University. Photograph by Dirk Schumacher, Pixabay.com
With the right investments in research, innovation, and farmer education, Canada can lead the global transition toward a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
With the right investments in research, innovation, and farmer education, Canada can lead the global transition toward a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
For Canada to realize the full potential of circular bioeconomy in agriculture, stronger government and industry support programs are essential, writes Dr. Saji George, an associate professor at McGill University. Photograph by Dirk Schumacher, Pixabay.com
As the backbone of our food system, farmers need policies and programs that recognize their critical role in climate mitigation and adaptation, writes NDP MP Richard Cannings. Image by Nicky, Pixabay.com
A future where farming is viable, sustainable, and regenerative is within reach—but it requires urgent and co-ordinated action.
As the backbone of our food system, farmers need policies and programs that recognize their critical role in climate mitigation and adaptation, writes NDP MP Richard Cannings. Image by Nicky, Pixabay.com
Canada’s agricultural growth has slowed to one per cent over the past decade because of needless regulations and bureaucratic red tape. It doesn’t have
Canada can play a leading role in global food security, but to reach our potential Canada must change its path from ideological and activist-based policies to one focused on productivity, common sense, science, and innovation, writes Conservative MP John Barlow. Image by Devon Breen, Pixabay.com
Canada’s agricultural growth has slowed to one per cent over the past decade because of needless regulations and bureaucratic red tape. It doesn’t have
Canada’s agricultural growth has slowed to one per cent over the past decade because of needless regulations and bureaucratic red tape. It doesn’t have
Canada can play a leading role in global food security, but to reach our potential Canada must change its path from ideological and activist-based policies to one focused on productivity, common sense, science, and innovation, writes Conservative MP John Barlow. Image by Devon Breen, Pixabay.com
MONDAY, MARCH 17 Minister Sudds to Attend Iftar Dinner—Liberal MP Jenna Sudds is the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted
Families Minister Jenna Sudds will be the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute on Monday, March 17, at 5:30 p.m. ET, 144 Wellington St. in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, MARCH 17 Minister Sudds to Attend Iftar Dinner—Liberal MP Jenna Sudds is the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted
Families Minister Jenna Sudds will be the special guest at the Community & Friendship Iftar Dinner hosted by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute on Monday, March 17, at 5:30 p.m. ET, 144 Wellington St. in Ottawa. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
A Canadian CF-18 fighter aircraft, pictured. The Canadian Forces could use the Resolute Bay facility to support fighter operations, long-range maritime patrol aircraft and unmanned arial vehicles used for Arctic surveillance. A long-range air defence radar would add to the North Warning System, writes Pierre Leblanc. Photograph courtesy of Canadian Forces/DND
Given the new adversarial relationship with the U.S. and our inability to trust any bilateral or international treaty they would sign, Canada would be
A Canadian CF-18 fighter aircraft, pictured. The Canadian Forces could use the Resolute Bay facility to support fighter operations, long-range maritime patrol aircraft and unmanned arial vehicles used for Arctic surveillance. A long-range air defence radar would add to the North Warning System, writes Pierre Leblanc. Photograph courtesy of Canadian Forces/DND
Treasury Board President Ginette Petitpas Taylor launched the government's AI strategy for the public service on March 4. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The first whole-of-government strategy for the use of the technology in the federal public service acknowledges that 'levels of mistrust in AI and its
Treasury Board President Ginette Petitpas Taylor launched the government's AI strategy for the public service on March 4. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
When a growing global population is rapidly increasing the demand for food, at a time when food stocks are decreasing, we cannot settle for the status quo, writes Liam MacDonald is the Director, Policy and Government Relations, for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Photograph by Tom Fisk, Pexels.com
There have long been signs that our reliance on the U.S. was becoming a risk. The ongoing trade dispute is a wake-up call—business cannot
When a growing global population is rapidly increasing the demand for food, at a time when food stocks are decreasing, we cannot settle for the status quo, writes Liam MacDonald is the Director, Policy and Government Relations, for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Photograph by Tom Fisk, Pexels.com
Prime Minister Mark Carney takes media questions after the Rideau Hall cabinet swearing-in ceremony on March 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Mark Carney is sworn in as prime minister on March 14, retaining key members of cabinet handling Canada-U.S. relations and bringing in only three
Prime Minister Mark Carney takes media questions after the Rideau Hall cabinet swearing-in ceremony on March 14. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, site of then 2025 G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, in La Malbaie, Que., is pictured on March 12, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, site of then 2025 G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, in La Malbaie, Que., is pictured on March 12, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The newly-elected Liberal leader, Mark Carney, will be sworn in as prime minister today along with his new cabinet. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, what went down during the Senate hearing for Donald Trump's pick for ambassador to Canada.
The newly-elected Liberal leader, Mark Carney, will be sworn in as prime minister today along with his new cabinet. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Health Minister Mark Holland, in regard to avian influenza, said, 'The proactive steps we are taking, including securing vaccine doses, reflect our commitment to being prepared for any potential public health threats,' in a Public Health Agency of Canada press release on Feb. 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
As of early March, 30 poultry operations in Canada were dealing with avian influenza outbreaks: 16 in B.C., 10 in Ontario, and one each
Health Minister Mark Holland, in regard to avian influenza, said, 'The proactive steps we are taking, including securing vaccine doses, reflect our commitment to being prepared for any potential public health threats,' in a Public Health Agency of Canada press release on Feb. 19, 2025. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, insisted on preconditions before entering peace talks, whereupon U.S. President Donald Trump, right, lost it in that infamous Oval Office exchange on Feb. 28, writes Gwynne Dyer. Zelenskyy had to back down. Screengrab courtesy of CNN
The war, which has just passed its third anniversary, is as deeply stuck in the mud as the First World War that it so
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, insisted on preconditions before entering peace talks, whereupon U.S. President Donald Trump, right, lost it in that infamous Oval Office exchange on Feb. 28, writes Gwynne Dyer. Zelenskyy had to back down. Screengrab courtesy of CNN
Emilie Taman, the then-NDP candidate for Ottawa Centre, Ont., canvasses in a building in the riding on Sept. 24, 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The Liberal leadership race will conclude on March 9, and many politicos are anticipating a quick turnaround to a general election. None of the
Emilie Taman, the then-NDP candidate for Ottawa Centre, Ont., canvasses in a building in the riding on Sept. 24, 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh called on the federal government to disinvite U.S. President Donald Trump from the June G7 summit in Alberta. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If Canada were to try Jagmeet Singh's proposal, 'we quite likely would successfully kill the G7,' says Roy Norton.
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh called on the federal government to disinvite U.S. President Donald Trump from the June G7 summit in Alberta. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
There will be hagiographic tributes for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he leaves office, but his unpopularity was due to more than his overstaying his welcome, writes Andrew Caddell. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spent without consideration for the public purse, failed to encourage greater unity, and was ineffective in governing.
There will be hagiographic tributes for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he leaves office, but his unpopularity was due to more than his overstaying his welcome, writes Andrew Caddell. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
High Commissioner to Canada Muhammad Saleem denied that Pakistan has interfered in the Canadian electoral process despite a reference in the Foreign Interference Commission's
Pakistani High Commissioner Muhammad Saleem was previously in Canada as deputy head of mission from 2015 to 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
High Commissioner to Canada Muhammad Saleem denied that Pakistan has interfered in the Canadian electoral process despite a reference in the Foreign Interference Commission's
High Commissioner to Canada Muhammad Saleem denied that Pakistan has interfered in the Canadian electoral process despite a reference in the Foreign Interference Commission's
Pakistani High Commissioner Muhammad Saleem was previously in Canada as deputy head of mission from 2015 to 2019. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 Minister Wilkinson to Speak at Energy Summit—Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson will deliver a keynote speech at the 2025 Energy Summit hosted
Liberal leadership candidates Karina Gould, left, Frank Baylis, Chrystia Freeland, and Mark Carney will find out who among them is Canada's next prime minister on March 9. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 Minister Wilkinson to Speak at Energy Summit—Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson will deliver a keynote speech at the 2025 Energy Summit hosted
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 Minister Wilkinson to Speak at Energy Summit—Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson will deliver a keynote speech at the 2025 Energy Summit hosted
Liberal leadership candidates Karina Gould, left, Frank Baylis, Chrystia Freeland, and Mark Carney will find out who among them is Canada's next prime minister on March 9. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Conservative MP Jacques Gourde is receiving treatment for prostate cancer, but plans to stay on as MP and as his party's candidate in the next federal election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus: Lawrence MacAulay won't run again, while Anita Anand changes her mind about not running; Dennis King tapped as new envoy to Ireland; Duncan
Conservative MP Jacques Gourde is receiving treatment for prostate cancer, but plans to stay on as MP and as his party's candidate in the next federal election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Donald Trump's tariffs 'a very dumb thing to do,' when announcing Canada's response to the U.S. president's 'illegal' March
After U.S. President Donald Trump, left, followed through on threatened tariffs on March 4, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced immediate 25-per-cent tariffs on $30-billion worth of American goods. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Gage Skidmore and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Donald Trump's tariffs 'a very dumb thing to do,' when announcing Canada's response to the U.S. president's 'illegal' March
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Donald Trump's tariffs 'a very dumb thing to do,' when announcing Canada's response to the U.S. president's 'illegal' March
After U.S. President Donald Trump, left, followed through on threatened tariffs on March 4, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced immediate 25-per-cent tariffs on $30-billion worth of American goods. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Gage Skidmore and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, centre, reiterated Canada's plan for 25-per-cent retaliatory tariffs on $155-billion worth of American goods, with the first $30-billion in effect as of March 4, and the rest to follow in 21 days. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says there is ‘no justification’ for American tariffs on Canadian goods, and vows the country will ‘not back down.’
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, centre, reiterated Canada's plan for 25-per-cent retaliatory tariffs on $155-billion worth of American goods, with the first $30-billion in effect as of March 4, and the rest to follow in 21 days. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
We cannot repeat the pattern of offering short-term Band-Aids while expecting our most vulnerable neighbours to absorb the long-term costs of economic and climate
Finance Minister Dominic Leblanc. The federal government has the opportunity to take steps towards building Canadians’ financial health and well-being, write Evan Fraser and Brendan Haley. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
We cannot repeat the pattern of offering short-term Band-Aids while expecting our most vulnerable neighbours to absorb the long-term costs of economic and climate
We cannot repeat the pattern of offering short-term Band-Aids while expecting our most vulnerable neighbours to absorb the long-term costs of economic and climate
Finance Minister Dominic Leblanc. The federal government has the opportunity to take steps towards building Canadians’ financial health and well-being, write Evan Fraser and Brendan Haley. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If legislation isn’t introduced to protect the region’s seats, it's ‘guaranteed northern Ontario goes to eight seats’ with the next redistribution, says Liberal MP
Liberal MP Marc Serré recently drafted a second letter asking the House Board of Internal Economy to consider changes to resource allocations for MPs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
If legislation isn’t introduced to protect the region’s seats, it's ‘guaranteed northern Ontario goes to eight seats’ with the next redistribution, says Liberal MP
If legislation isn’t introduced to protect the region’s seats, it's ‘guaranteed northern Ontario goes to eight seats’ with the next redistribution, says Liberal MP
Liberal MP Marc Serré recently drafted a second letter asking the House Board of Internal Economy to consider changes to resource allocations for MPs. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada, effective as of today. Photograph by Gage Skidmore courtesy of Flickr
Plus, Anandasangaree announces 'next steps' toward a national space for Indigenous Peoples.
U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada, effective as of today. Photograph by Gage Skidmore courtesy of Flickr
Commissioner of Competition Matthew Boswell. The Competition Bureau cannot tackle greenwashing alone, nor can it completely stop it with the tools it has been given thus far, write Rosa Galvez and Alexandra Toutant. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The proposed guidelines signal a loose and flexible enforcement approach that emphasizes business interests over evidence and science.
Commissioner of Competition Matthew Boswell. The Competition Bureau cannot tackle greenwashing alone, nor can it completely stop it with the tools it has been given thus far, write Rosa Galvez and Alexandra Toutant. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
In the White House on Feb. 28, U.S. President Donald Trump, centre, and Vice-President J.D. Vance, right, launched a vicious attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before the massed cameras of the American media, writes Gwynne Dyer. Screenshot courtesy of CNN
If NATO's European members decide to build a new alliance free from the whims of a pro-Moscow America, they'll have to figure out how
In the White House on Feb. 28, U.S. President Donald Trump, centre, and Vice-President J.D. Vance, right, launched a vicious attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before the massed cameras of the American media, writes Gwynne Dyer. Screenshot courtesy of CNN
In a world crying out for help in many quarters, Canada has a vital role to play in making peace operations more effective and responsive, writes Walter Dorn. DND photograph by Corporal François Charest
With the U.S. losing its moral compass, Canadian leadership is needed to revitalize this key tool for international mediation.
In a world crying out for help in many quarters, Canada has a vital role to play in making peace operations more effective and responsive, writes Walter Dorn. DND photograph by Corporal François Charest
Door-knockers in election campaigns are more crucial than ever, as most people have unlisted cell phone numbers, and those with landlines often screen their
Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. If Carney wins on March 9, he is widely expected to call an election before March 24. Several Liberal and Conservative candidates and MPs say campaign volunteer numbers are declining, prompting them to plan for hiring paid canvassers in the upcoming election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Door-knockers in election campaigns are more crucial than ever, as most people have unlisted cell phone numbers, and those with landlines often screen their
Door-knockers in election campaigns are more crucial than ever, as most people have unlisted cell phone numbers, and those with landlines often screen their
Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. If Carney wins on March 9, he is widely expected to call an election before March 24. Several Liberal and Conservative candidates and MPs say campaign volunteer numbers are declining, prompting them to plan for hiring paid canvassers in the upcoming election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. Most MPs and candidates anticipate that the next federal election will be called before the House returns on March 24 and the three major parties are already in full election-readiness mode. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
But if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs this month, the governing Liberals may also find it challenging to call a snap election, says
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. Most MPs and candidates anticipate that the next federal election will be called before the House returns on March 24 and the three major parties are already in full election-readiness mode. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
