8 arrested at volatile Toronto demonstration
Toronto police arrested eight individuals during a volatile downtown demonstration. Three face charges for allegedly assaulting officers. Get the latest details on the incident.
Toronto police arrested eight individuals during a volatile downtown demonstration. Three face charges for allegedly assaulting officers. Get the latest details on the incident.
Toronto Police arrested nine people after a 'Canada First' rally and counter-protest turned violent. Officers were allegedly pelted with eggs, used toilet paper, and bags of urine. Read the full details.
Nine people were arrested after a Canada First rally and counter-protest in Toronto turned violent. Police were allegedly pelted with eggs, urine-filled bags, and a smoke bomb. Read the full details.
Protesters gathered on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on January 11, 2026, showing solidarity with anti-government demonstrations in Iran. Get the latest on the rally and the escalating situation.
Thousands marched in Minneapolis to protest the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good and related violence in Portland. Minnesota leaders urge peace as nationwide demonstrations unfold.
Iranian-Canadians protest on Parliament Hill, calling for action as Iran's regime cracks down on dissent. Canada condemns violence and arrests.
A solidarity protest is scheduled in Windsor, Ontario, to support Iranians cut off by a government-imposed internet blackout. Join the rally on January 10, 2026.
CNN's Laura Coates reported live as tensions escalated at a Minneapolis protest over an ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Good. Witness footage contradicts official accounts.
Protesters on Vancouver Island strongly refute RCMP insinuations linking them to arson. Get the latest details on the escalating forestry conflict and police statements.
Hundreds protest in Minneapolis after a 37-year-old woman was shot and killed by an ICE agent during an operation. Officials promise a review as tensions rise.
Former Liberal finance minister Chrystia Freeland will resign her seat by week's end following criticism over her unpaid advisory role with Ukraine's government. Read the full timeline of events.
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland will resign her seat in Parliament on Friday, January 9, 2026, following sustained pressure from opposition parties. Get the full story on this major political shift.
York Regional Police are investigating after shots were fired outside a home in Richmond Hill on January 7, 2026. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details.
A loophole in Canadian law allows MPs to accept jobs with foreign governments while in office, as shown by Chrystia Freeland's appointment by Ukraine. Discover the rules and implications.
Former Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland steps down from her parliamentary seat after being appointed as an economic advisor to Ukraine. Get the details on her new role and political legacy.
Protesters in Ottawa rallied against U.S. intervention in Venezuela on January 4, 2026, calling on the Canadian government to withdraw its support and respect sovereignty. Get the full story.
Readers accuse left-leaning media of unfair reporting on Pierre Poilievre, criticizing Liberal tactics in Parliament and questioning if Mark Carney's government offers real change. Join the debate.
A convoy of truckers descended on Quebec City to protest the Legault government's policies. Get the latest details on the demonstration and its context.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi allies with female lawmakers to address the critical shortage of women's restrooms in the national parliament, highlighting a global issue of gender equity in public spaces. Read more on this symbolic move for inclus
Laurentian Ski Hill thrives on its 100th anniversary, opening early with chairlift operations for the first time in a decade thanks to a bitter cold snap. Discover the historic season.
A new Nanos poll reveals jobs and the economy are Canadians' top priorities as 2025 ends. Explore the key issues shaping public opinion and the political landscape.
Both Canada's Parliament and the U.S. Congress saw historically low legislative output in 2025. Analysts question if fewer new laws might actually be beneficial. Read the full analysis.
Organizers of a Canadian delegation barred from entering the West Bank by Israel are urging Ottawa to impose steeper sanctions. Umair Ashraf of The Canadian-Muslim Vote spoke on Parliament Hill.
Iraq's new parliament convened and elected a speaker to confront the nation's pressing political and financial crises. Discover the details and implications of this critical step.
With Michael Ma's floor-crossing, the Liberals are one seat from a majority. But a 172-seat majority could create a procedural deadlock, making governance harder, not easier. Read the analysis.
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
Pro-Palestine demonstrators disrupted Boxing Day shopping at Toronto's Eaton Centre, chanting slogans and using megaphones. Organizers threaten further disruptions for New Year's Eve.
Ukraine's anti-corruption agency attempted a controversial raid on the national parliament on December 27, 2025, highlighting internal challenges during the ongoing war with Russia. Read the latest developments.
Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
Canada's Parliament sat for only 72 days in 2025, its fewest since 1937, passing just seven bills amid political transition. Discover the details behind this historic low.