Karen Hogan says her office did not refer the Sustainable Development and Technology Canada matter to the RCMP, which is investigating potential criminality.
Auditor General Karen Hogan says Parliament should obtain documents related to the now-defunct green-tech fund directly from the government, ‘not through me.’
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Karen Hogan says her office did not refer the Sustainable Development and Technology Canada matter to the RCMP, which is investigating potential criminality.
Karen Hogan says her office did not refer the Sustainable Development and Technology Canada matter to the RCMP, which is investigating potential criminality.
Auditor General Karen Hogan says Parliament should obtain documents related to the now-defunct green-tech fund directly from the government, ‘not through me.’
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
From energy grids to health-care systems, our nation’s most essential assets are being targeted by an ever-evolving array of sophisticated threats from both state
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne said last week that Canada’s telecommunications systems face ‘nefarious actions by hostile foreign states who seek to compromise our critical infrastructure.’ The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
From energy grids to health-care systems, our nation’s most essential assets are being targeted by an ever-evolving array of sophisticated threats from both state
From energy grids to health-care systems, our nation’s most essential assets are being targeted by an ever-evolving array of sophisticated threats from both state
Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne said last week that Canada’s telecommunications systems face ‘nefarious actions by hostile foreign states who seek to compromise our critical infrastructure.’ The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay, left, and Labour and Seniors Minister Steven MacKinnon have each added a new staffer to their respective offices, and likewise each saw a staffer depart. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade
Plus, Public Safety, Democratic Institutions, and Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc has named a new director of issues management.
Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay, left, and Labour and Seniors Minister Steven MacKinnon have each added a new staffer to their respective offices, and likewise each saw a staffer depart. The Hill Times photographs by Sam Garcia and Andrew Meade
Former Senator Murray Sinclair is being “remembered for an extraordinary life filled with achievements,” including for his dedication to Canada, says Prime Minister Justin
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets former Senator Murray Sinclair at the Truth and Reconciliation Day event on Sept. 30, 2022. Sinclair died on Nov. 4, aged 73.
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Former Senator Murray Sinclair is being “remembered for an extraordinary life filled with achievements,” including for his dedication to Canada, says Prime Minister Justin
Former Senator Murray Sinclair is being “remembered for an extraordinary life filled with achievements,” including for his dedication to Canada, says Prime Minister Justin
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets former Senator Murray Sinclair at the Truth and Reconciliation Day event on Sept. 30, 2022. Sinclair died on Nov. 4, aged 73.
The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Interim Ombud for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces Robyn Hynes, left, has picked up the advocacy mantle for language and cultural advisers with Minister Bill Blair’s office. Photograph courtesy of DND and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Veterans’ benefits have improved considerably in recent decades, but not all Canadians sent into war zones are treated equally.
Interim Ombud for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces Robyn Hynes, left, has picked up the advocacy mantle for language and cultural advisers with Minister Bill Blair’s office. Photograph courtesy of DND and The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson will appear before the House Natural Resources Committee today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Guilbeault and Wilkinson will announce a plan for greenhouse gas emissions from the oil and gas industry.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson will appear before the House Natural Resources Committee today. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Meghan Fandrich, left, and daughter Helen survived the 2021 Lytton, B.C. fire. They were in Ottawa with a doorknob salvaged from the remains of Fandrich's destroyed cafe, part of an exhibit of items retrieved from climate-related disasters. Photograph courtesy of Sierra Club
If personal stories of loss ‘can’t resonate with political leaders, I really don't know what is going to,’ said the Sierra Club’s Conor Curtis.
Meghan Fandrich, left, and daughter Helen survived the 2021 Lytton, B.C. fire. They were in Ottawa with a doorknob salvaged from the remains of Fandrich's destroyed cafe, part of an exhibit of items retrieved from climate-related disasters. Photograph courtesy of Sierra Club
Ultimately, this election is not about either Harris or Trump. It's about Americans, and whether they still believe their country is a shining light on
Donald Trump, left, and Kamala Harris. Things have moved well beyond bizarre in the lunatic villa of U.S. politics, writes Michael Harris. Photographs courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Flickr
Ultimately, this election is not about either Harris or Trump. It's about Americans, and whether they still believe their country is a shining light on
Ultimately, this election is not about either Harris or Trump. It's about Americans, and whether they still believe their country is a shining light on
Donald Trump, left, and Kamala Harris. Things have moved well beyond bizarre in the lunatic villa of U.S. politics, writes Michael Harris. Photographs courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Flickr
According to Nik Nanos, 'more than four in 10 people likely consider themselves (politically) homeless in Canada.' So, what’s causing this to happen and
Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet, left, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. The politically homeless won't necessarily be attracted to the main parties if they move to the centre, writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia/illustration by Neena Singhal
According to Nik Nanos, 'more than four in 10 people likely consider themselves (politically) homeless in Canada.' So, what’s causing this to happen and
According to Nik Nanos, 'more than four in 10 people likely consider themselves (politically) homeless in Canada.' So, what’s causing this to happen and
Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet, left, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. The politically homeless won't necessarily be attracted to the main parties if they move to the centre, writes Gerry Nicholls. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade and Sam Garcia/illustration by Neena Singhal
Government House Leader Karina Gould, left, Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer, NDP MP Leah Gazan, Green MP Mike Morrice, and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
The impasse in Parliament is now in its fourth week as Conservatives continue to demand the feds release unreacted SDTC documents to RCMP.
Government House Leader Karina Gould, left, Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer, NDP MP Leah Gazan, Green MP Mike Morrice, and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Bring it on home: Have you heard the Conservatives want to Axe the Tax, Build the Homes, Fix the Budget, Stop the Crime, and Bring it Home? Screen shots courtesy Sean Fraser's X account
Plus: where to watch the U.S. election in Ottawa, Anita Vandenbeld leaves House Status of Women Committee, Fatima Syed gets an award, and Andrew
Bring it on home: Have you heard the Conservatives want to Axe the Tax, Build the Homes, Fix the Budget, Stop the Crime, and Bring it Home? Screen shots courtesy Sean Fraser's X account
MONDAY, NOV. 4 House Sitting—The House sits Nov. 4-Nov. 9, and breaks on Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day week until Nov. 15. It resumes
The U.S. presidential election will happen on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Former U.S. president and current Republican candidate Donald Trump, left, will face off against the Democrats' presidential candidate, current Vice-President Kamala Harris. Photographs courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Flickr
MONDAY, NOV. 4 House Sitting—The House sits Nov. 4-Nov. 9, and breaks on Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day week until Nov. 15. It resumes
The U.S. presidential election will happen on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Former U.S. president and current Republican candidate Donald Trump, left, will face off against the Democrats' presidential candidate, current Vice-President Kamala Harris. Photographs courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/Flickr
As politicians politick over Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre not having a security clearance, former CSIS director Ward Elcock breaks down the process.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is currently the only party leader in the House to not have a security clearance, which has left him open to criticism from other parties. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
As politicians politick over Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre not having a security clearance, former CSIS director Ward Elcock breaks down the process.
As politicians politick over Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre not having a security clearance, former CSIS director Ward Elcock breaks down the process.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is currently the only party leader in the House to not have a security clearance, which has left him open to criticism from other parties. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Bob Rae, then the prime minister’s special envoy to Myanmar, holds a press conference on the Hill on April 3, 2018. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Walking away from the Rohingya crisis would not only betray the values this country claims to uphold, but would also diminish our standing on
Bob Rae, then the prime minister’s special envoy to Myanmar, holds a press conference on the Hill on April 3, 2018. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
It’s unlikely a Donald Trump presidency could completely counter the Inflation Reduction Act’s achievements or federal spending on energy and climate-related issues.
As mega-hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated much of the southeastern U.S. a month ago, Donald Trump talked of the climate emergency as ‘one of the greatest scams of all time.’ Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
It’s unlikely a Donald Trump presidency could completely counter the Inflation Reduction Act’s achievements or federal spending on energy and climate-related issues.
It’s unlikely a Donald Trump presidency could completely counter the Inflation Reduction Act’s achievements or federal spending on energy and climate-related issues.
As mega-hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated much of the southeastern U.S. a month ago, Donald Trump talked of the climate emergency as ‘one of the greatest scams of all time.’ Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Blackbird Strategies founder and CEO Lisa Kirbie celebrated her strategic capital roost's fifth birthday on Oct. 30 at the Métropolitain Brasserie with friends and
Blackbird Strategies flock: Riley Wong, left, Annalisa Harris, Dan Pujdak, Naomi Steele, Lisa Kirbie, Aaron O'Quinn, Tom Potter, Olivier Cullen, Cameron Penner, Maddy Eisenberg, and Travis Boissoneau. Blackbird celebrated its 5th anniversary on Oct. 30 at the Métropolitain Brasserie. The Hill Times photograph by Cynthia Münster
Blackbird Strategies founder and CEO Lisa Kirbie celebrated her strategic capital roost's fifth birthday on Oct. 30 at the Métropolitain Brasserie with friends and
Blackbird Strategies founder and CEO Lisa Kirbie celebrated her strategic capital roost's fifth birthday on Oct. 30 at the Métropolitain Brasserie with friends and
Blackbird Strategies flock: Riley Wong, left, Annalisa Harris, Dan Pujdak, Naomi Steele, Lisa Kirbie, Aaron O'Quinn, Tom Potter, Olivier Cullen, Cameron Penner, Maddy Eisenberg, and Travis Boissoneau. Blackbird celebrated its 5th anniversary on Oct. 30 at the Métropolitain Brasserie. The Hill Times photograph by Cynthia Münster
Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux says Canada's projected military spending by 2029-30 leaves a 0.42 percentage point gap to reach the two-per-cent NATO target that Canada promised to meet in 2032. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The government's figures projecting military spending to reach 1.76 per cent of GDP by 2029-30 'are based on an erroneous GDP forecast,' says the
Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux says Canada's projected military spending by 2029-30 leaves a 0.42 percentage point gap to reach the two-per-cent NATO target that Canada promised to meet in 2032. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia
The Liberal National Party under David Crisafulli, left, defeated the Labor Party under Steven Miles after nine years during the Queensland election on Oct. 26. Photographs courtesy of X/@DavidCrisafulli and Government of Queensland
In Queensland, a nine-year-old centre-left government facing electoral wipeout opted to go down fighting.
The Liberal National Party under David Crisafulli, left, defeated the Labor Party under Steven Miles after nine years during the Queensland election on Oct. 26. Photographs courtesy of X/@DavidCrisafulli and Government of Queensland
The value volunteers contribute to our disaster response capacity has been overlooked and oversimplified by both federal and provincial and territorial governments.
Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan. A key challenge for Canada is building up the civilian emergency response capacity needed to ensure those impacted by these emergencies receive the supports they need, from the right source, writes Martin Gangnier. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
The value volunteers contribute to our disaster response capacity has been overlooked and oversimplified by both federal and provincial and territorial governments.
The value volunteers contribute to our disaster response capacity has been overlooked and oversimplified by both federal and provincial and territorial governments.
Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan. A key challenge for Canada is building up the civilian emergency response capacity needed to ensure those impacted by these emergencies receive the supports they need, from the right source, writes Martin Gangnier. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Mental Health and Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks, pictured, has tapped Callum Haney to field her media requests. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Citizens’ Services Minister Terry Beech has a new Quebec regional adviser and assistant to the parliamentary secretary on his team.
Mental Health and Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks, pictured, has tapped Callum Haney to field her media requests. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Treasury Board President Anita Anand announced a productivity working group in August, but it’s solely focused on the public sector. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
For a working group to provide real value for Canadians, we need it to produce actionable ideas that can be swiftly implemented in both
Treasury Board President Anita Anand announced a productivity working group in August, but it’s solely focused on the public sector. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
After voting in opposition at the United Nations, Canada can still change its position and act as a leader for inclusive, effective international tax co-operation, write Katrina Miller and Dereje Alemayehu. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
The UN Tax Convention is a long-awaited and promising process, and Canada needs to stop standing in its way.
After voting in opposition at the United Nations, Canada can still change its position and act as a leader for inclusive, effective international tax co-operation, write Katrina Miller and Dereje Alemayehu. Photograph courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
It’s hard to avoid the conclusion that talking a good populist game is more politically advantageous than any agenda devoted to actually improving peoples’
Politicians like Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have an advantage when voters care more about the perception of a official as honest rather than likable, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
It’s hard to avoid the conclusion that talking a good populist game is more politically advantageous than any agenda devoted to actually improving peoples’
It’s hard to avoid the conclusion that talking a good populist game is more politically advantageous than any agenda devoted to actually improving peoples’
Politicians like Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have an advantage when voters care more about the perception of a official as honest rather than likable, writes Les Whittington. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
As his favourability drops into the negatives for the first time in a year, pollsters say Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, right, doesn't need to be overly likable or credible to win the next election—just slightly more so than his opponent, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
When Canadians go to the polls, they aren’t comparing politicians to perfection, they’re comparing them to their opponents, says pollster Nik Nanos.
As his favourability drops into the negatives for the first time in a year, pollsters say Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, right, doesn't need to be overly likable or credible to win the next election—just slightly more so than his opponent, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
The Israeli Defense Forces recently attacked United Nations peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, wounding four soldiers. Israel and its backers justify this violence by claiming
The Israeli Defense Forces recently attacked United Nations peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, wounding four soldiers. Israel and its backers justify this violence by claiming
The Israeli Defense Forces recently attacked United Nations peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, wounding four soldiers. Israel and its backers justify this violence by claiming
African Union Commission chair Moussa Faki Mahamat, left, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. If the government were to throw out two years of public efforts to review Canada-Africa relations, our global influence would take yet another hit, writes Chris W. J. Roberts. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Canada is a lapsed middle power. That doesn’t mean it can ignore Africa.
African Union Commission chair Moussa Faki Mahamat, left, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. If the government were to throw out two years of public efforts to review Canada-Africa relations, our global influence would take yet another hit, writes Chris W. J. Roberts. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, OCT. 21—FRIDAY NOV. 1 COP16 Conference on Biodiversity—The COP16 Conference on Biodiversity will take place from Monday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Nov. 1,
NDP MP Heather McPherson will take part in the day-long conference, "Security Options for a Troubled World,” hosted by the University of Ottawa on Oct. 25. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
MONDAY, OCT. 21—FRIDAY NOV. 1 COP16 Conference on Biodiversity—The COP16 Conference on Biodiversity will take place from Monday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Nov. 1,
MONDAY, OCT. 21—FRIDAY NOV. 1 COP16 Conference on Biodiversity—The COP16 Conference on Biodiversity will take place from Monday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Nov. 1,
NDP MP Heather McPherson will take part in the day-long conference, "Security Options for a Troubled World,” hosted by the University of Ottawa on Oct. 25. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Forced sterilization survivors and advocates wore ribbon skirts to the official launch event for the Survivors Circle for Reproductive Justice held in the Senate of Canada Building on Oct. 10. Photograph courtesy of Eric Reid
Although the new Survivors Circle's registry work has just begun, it's already counted 15,000 affected people. 'How far do you think this will go?'
Forced sterilization survivors and advocates wore ribbon skirts to the official launch event for the Survivors Circle for Reproductive Justice held in the Senate of Canada Building on Oct. 10. Photograph courtesy of Eric Reid
Gwladys Raissa Kolo, left, will be taking over from Sylvie Poirier in the dry-cleaning services at the Wellington Building when Poirier retires at the end of this week. The Hill Times photograph by Christina Leadlay
Plus, mixed election results for various ex-MPs, a trio of MPs receive a climate action award, and Jane Philpott takes on a health reform
Gwladys Raissa Kolo, left, will be taking over from Sylvie Poirier in the dry-cleaning services at the Wellington Building when Poirier retires at the end of this week. The Hill Times photograph by Christina Leadlay
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing growing caucus discontent, and some Liberal MPs now say it would be better if the caucus had formal rules in place to remove him. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Having the mechanism would provide ‘more structure’ and make any decision ‘a bit more final,’ says Liberal MP John McKay. ‘It may not be
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing growing caucus discontent, and some Liberal MPs now say it would be better if the caucus had formal rules in place to remove him. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured April 17, 2024, at a national caucus meeting, is facing a serious challenge to his leadership from within his own caucus which is expected to debate behind closed doors on Wednesday whether he should lead the party in the next election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Denying the June request for a caucus-wide meeting following the Toronto byelection loss was a mistake, and could have helped the party avoid the
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured April 17, 2024, at a national caucus meeting, is facing a serious challenge to his leadership from within his own caucus which is expected to debate behind closed doors on Wednesday whether he should lead the party in the next election. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Auditor General Karen Hogan says the audit's scope may be influenced by document retention policies, and some records might no longer be available, which
Auditor General Karen Hogan says her office is in the process of planning an audit into GC Strategies, the primary contractor for the ArriveCan app. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Auditor General Karen Hogan says the audit's scope may be influenced by document retention policies, and some records might no longer be available, which
Auditor General Karen Hogan says the audit's scope may be influenced by document retention policies, and some records might no longer be available, which
Auditor General Karen Hogan says her office is in the process of planning an audit into GC Strategies, the primary contractor for the ArriveCan app. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Politicians like Donald Trump draw a curtain across the unhappy realities, and give angry and desperate people other targets to blame, writes Gwynne Dyer. White House photograph by Shealah Craighead
Voters don’t understand the deeper issues that hurt them, and neither major party is in a hurry to enlighten them.
Politicians like Donald Trump draw a curtain across the unhappy realities, and give angry and desperate people other targets to blame, writes Gwynne Dyer. White House photograph by Shealah Craighead
On Oct. 21, Susan Holt’s Liberals won a majority of New Brunswick's 31 seats, while the PCs only garnered 16 seats, and David Coon’s Green Party held onto two seats. Photograph courtesy of X/susanholt
The question now is how the Liberals will address the crises facing the province, and if the new premier can manage a fresh, large,
On Oct. 21, Susan Holt’s Liberals won a majority of New Brunswick's 31 seats, while the PCs only garnered 16 seats, and David Coon’s Green Party held onto two seats. Photograph courtesy of X/susanholt
Police officers stand with weapons drawn downtown on Oct. 22, 2014, with the Parliament Buildings in the background. Most think the House of Commons security screwed up that day, but I know that they saved us, writes Heather Bradley. The Hill Times photograph by Mark Burgess
On Oct. 22, 2014, the first person in security who came face-to-face with gunman Michael Zehaf-Bibeau was Const. Samearn Son who stood at his
Police officers stand with weapons drawn downtown on Oct. 22, 2014, with the Parliament Buildings in the background. Most think the House of Commons security screwed up that day, but I know that they saved us, writes Heather Bradley. The Hill Times photograph by Mark Burgess
In the days after the shooting, The Hill Times spoke to those working that day about their experience: Cormac MacSweeney, top left, Julie Van Dusen, Danny Leduc, Marjory LeBreton, Mike de Paul, Jean Brosseau, Rob Kazemzadeh, and Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe. The Hill Times photographs by Steve Gerecke
‘I heard a thunderous boom through the Rotunda and saw people running towards me’: revisiting the accounts of the people on the Hill
In the days after the shooting, The Hill Times spoke to those working that day about their experience: Cormac MacSweeney, top left, Julie Van Dusen, Danny Leduc, Marjory LeBreton, Mike de Paul, Jean Brosseau, Rob Kazemzadeh, and Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe. The Hill Times photographs by Steve Gerecke
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will hold one of her weekly press conferences today to talk about the government's economic policies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Plus, Richard Fadden gives the lay of the land in the Indo-Pacific.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will hold one of her weekly press conferences today to talk about the government's economic policies. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Government House Leader Karina Gould says the 'Conservatives are filibustering their own motion,' as the privilege debate stretches to two weeks.
The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
There are a number of government bills as well as opposition motions on the docket for the MPs to address once the House finishes
Government House Leader Karina Gould says the 'Conservatives are filibustering their own motion,' as the privilege debate stretches to two weeks.
The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
The military’s General Purpose Sleeping Bag System missed the mark when soldiers tried it out during a November 2023 exercise in Alberta, writes Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Djalma Vuong-De Ramos
Army personnel are being left out in the cold after new sleeping bags fail to live up to the standards of their 1960s predecessors.
The military’s General Purpose Sleeping Bag System missed the mark when soldiers tried it out during a November 2023 exercise in Alberta, writes Scott Taylor. DND photograph by Corporal Djalma Vuong-De Ramos
