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.
Deputy Conservative Leader Melissa Lantsman calls for Chrystia Freeland to resign her MP seat immediately after accepting a voluntary economic advisor role with the Ukrainian government, citing conflict of interest.
Chrystia Freeland faces scrutiny for delaying her resignation as MP while taking an unpaid advisory role with Ukraine's president. Critics call it a conflict of interest. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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
Israel's top military commander reaffirms an unwavering commitment to dismantling Hamas's military capabilities. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
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.
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.
Analysis: Prime Minister Mark Carney's centralized decision-making model, reminiscent of the Harper era, may be stifling government efficiency and public service morale. Can Ottawa empower its teams?
Four Liberal MPs born in the 2000s are leveraging their unique perspective to advocate for younger Canadians in Parliament. Discover their goals and the challenges they face.
World stock markets climbed after the Bank of Japan hiked its benchmark interest rate to the highest level seen in three decades. Discover the details and global market implications.
The Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate for the first time in years, ending its negative rate policy. Discover the global economic implications and market reactions.
An analysis of parliamentary rules reveals the federal NDP's request for official party status faces an uphill battle when compared to thresholds across Canadian provinces. Discover the facts.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford praised an anti-tariff commercial as the 'best ad ever' during a joint appearance with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa. The event highlighted federal-provincial collaboration.
A proposed deal between Trump Media and a cryptocurrency firm highlights potential conflicts of interest, raising questions about regulatory oversight and investor protection in the evolving digital asset space.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates formal proposals to end the war could be presented to Russia imminently. Get the latest details on potential peace talks.
A Quebec prosecutor has resigned after an intimate relationship with a defence lawyer during a cannabis trafficking trial. The case raises serious conflict of interest concerns. Read the full story.
U.S. Secretary of State Pete Hegseth sparks controversy by using a doctored image of beloved Canadian icon Franklin the Turtle in a military meme. Readers also react to MP benches, museum 'wokeness,' and government ad spending.
Canadian psychologists gathered at Parliament Hill on December 6, 2025, to oppose federal proposals that would reduce training requirements. Learn why experts warn this could impact mental healthcare access.
NDP MP Jenny Kwan criticizes the Liberal government's defence export legislation, calling it 'fearmongering.' Get the details on the parliamentary debate and its implications.