Liberals survive fourth confidence vote in Ottawa
Canada's minority Liberal government survives another confidence vote on a budgetary motion, averting a snap election as opposition leaders criticize their methods as unsustainable.
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Carney's accounting tricks fail to impress
Parliamentary Budget Officer finds Carney government's capital spending definition 'overly expansive' in new report. Read the full analysis of Canada's fiscal framework.
Joly: PQ leader wants to hand Quebec to Trump
Federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly claims PQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon wants to weaken Quebec by aligning with Trump's America. Read about the sovereignty debate.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
Liberals pass federal budget in crucial confidence vote
The Liberal government survives a confidence vote on the 2025 federal budget, avoiding a holiday election. Elizabeth May's support proves decisive in the high-stakes parliamentary showdown.
General Dynamics Building Arctic Vehicles for Sovereignty
General Dynamics Land Systems partners to develop specialized all-terrain vehicles for defending Canadian Arctic sovereignty. New defense initiative announced November 2025.
PQ pledges new Quebec currency, positions for 2026 election
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon outlines 10-year plan for Quebec currency while warning members to expect increased criticism ahead of 2026 election and potential sovereignty referendum.
Ex-MP's $173K Spending on Vacation Pay Draws Scrutiny
Former Liberal MP Arielle Kayabaga's $173,000 expenditure on vacation pay raises questions about parliamentary spending accountability in Canada.
PQ Unveils Currency Option for Sovereign Quebec
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon reveals currency strategy for potential independent Quebec. Learn about the latest sovereignty developments.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role, bringing continuity to Canada's fiscal oversight. Learn about his qualifications and vision.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role as government spending scrutiny intensifies. Learn about his qualifications and budget findings.
Operating spending driving deeper deficits: PBO
Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals Ottawa's operational expenses, not capital investments, are primarily responsible for growing budget deficits. Learn the fiscal implications.
Ottawa seeks permanent parliamentary budget officer
The federal government is recruiting for a permanent parliamentary budget officer position. Learn about the role's importance and current interim leadership under Jason Jacques.
Quebec Separatist Global Influence Claims Scrutinized
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon faces scrutiny over claims an independent Quebec would save $1B on foreign affairs while doubling diplomatic presence. Analysis reveals potential budget gaps.
Call for Better Protection of National War Memorial
Tom MacGregor argues for enhanced security at Ottawa's National War Memorial, a sacred site vulnerable since the Freedom Convoy. Read why Confederation Square needs federal protection.
Pronunciation debate delays UCP bill in Alberta legislature
A surprising pronunciation debate over 'status' versus 'statute' caused unexpected delays in the introduction of a UCP government bill, creating a rare moment of parliamentary confusion in Alberta's legislature.
Why Fixed Election Dates Hurt Canadian Democracy
Canada's experiment with fixed election dates has created political chaos instead of stability. Discover why returning to flexible timing might be better for our democracy.
Committee Revises Order for Grant Applicant Data
A House of Commons committee has significantly revised its controversial order for detailed information about federal grant applicants after facing privacy concerns and government pushback.
Liberals make budget amendments confidence votes
The Trudeau government escalates parliamentary tensions by treating opposition budget amendments as confidence matters, risking potential election trigger in dramatic political standoff.
Are Canadian Judges Undermining Parliamentary Democracy?
A critical examination of judicial activism in Canada reveals how courts may be undermining democratic processes through expansive Charter interpretations, raising concerns about parliamentary sovereignty.
Fiscal Expert Gives Qualified Support to Federal Budget
Kevin Page, Canada's first parliamentary budget officer, provides qualified support for Chrystia Freeland's federal budget while warning about fiscal risks and implementation challenges ahead.
Alberta MLA Guthrie Resigns After Privilege Denial
UCP MLA Guthrie's dramatic committee resignation after Speaker denies privilege claim sparks political firestorm in Alberta legislature.
Inukjuak: Arctic Community That Shaped Canada
Discover how a small Inuit community in Quebec's Far North played a pivotal role in Canada's sovereignty and cultural identity through decades of resilience and transformation.
Quebec CAQ expels doctor-MNA after health committee clash
Exclusive: Dr. Alain Sioui becomes first CAQ member expelled from caucus following explosive health committee testimony criticizing government's healthcare management.
Quebec MNA Expels Doctors From Health Committee Meeting
A controversial confrontation between Quebec MNA France-Élaine Dubeau and doctors leads to expulsion from legislative meeting, exposing deep tensions in provincial health care reform.
Conservative MP blocks Trudeau's budget speech in historic move
Conservative MP Chris d'Entremont makes history by preventing Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland from delivering the federal budget speech, escalating political tensions in Ottawa.
Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears
Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.
1995 Quebec Referendum: Canada's Near-Breakup Revealed
Exclusive revelations about the tense final hours of the 1995 Quebec referendum, when Canada came within a whisper of breaking up and political leaders scrambled to save the country.
CAQ MNA may quit party over health bill tactics
A Coalition Avenir Québec member is reconsidering party allegiance after the government invoked closure to pass sweeping health care reforms, raising concerns about democratic process.
NDP Bill Threatens Jail Time for Canadian Speech
A controversial NDP private member's bill is raising alarms about potential jail time for Canadians expressing certain opinions. Bill C-367 aims to remove religious hate speech exemptions, creating new legal risks for free speech advocates.
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