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Interim Budget Officer Regrets 'Stupefying' Remark on Federal Fiscal Management

Budget Officer Regrets 'Stupefying' Fiscal Remark

Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques expresses regret for his strong criticism of federal fiscal management. Get the details on the Ottawa committee testimony and the context of his remarks.

Batra: Floor Crossings Defy Voters, No Mandate for Carney Majority

Batra: Floor Crossings Defy Canadian Voters' Will

Adrienne Batra argues recent Conservative MPs defecting to the Liberals subverts the election result, denying a 'Carney majority' Canadians never chose. Share your view in the comments.

Melançon: Time to Tighten Rules on Floor Crossers in Canadian Politics

Calls Grow to Reform Floor Crossing Rules in Canada

Political analyst Raphaël Melançon argues for stricter rules on MPs and MNAs switching parties mid-term, citing recent defections that undermine voter trust. A proposed solution: resign and run in a byelection.

Conservatives to Force Vote on Pipeline Deal via Opposition Motion Next Week

Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.

Quebec Orders Public Employees Back to Office 3 Days a Week

Quebec mandates 3-day office return for public servants

The Quebec government has mandated its public sector employees return to the office three days weekly, aligning with a broader Canadian trend. Explore the details and what it means for the future of hybrid work.

PBO Report: $13B Build Canada Homes to Add Just 26,000 Units

Federal Housing Program to Build 26,000 Homes: PBO

A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.

Quebec Liberal MNA Demands Inquiry into Organized Crime Extortion of Bars and Restaurants

MNA Calls for Inquiry on Crime's Grip on Quebec Bars

Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.

Stellantis Denies Requesting Redactions, Contradicts Government on Contract

Stellantis contradicts gov't on contract redactions

Stellantis claims the Canadian government, not the company, insisted on redacting a multimillion-dollar agreement provided to MPs, contradicting official testimony. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly now pledges to release the full document.

PBO Urges Parliament to Approve Fiscal Anchor Changes After Government Drops Debt-to-GDP Target

PBO: MPs Should Approve Fiscal Target Changes

Canada's fiscal watchdog says Ottawa should seek House of Commons approval to alter key fiscal targets, like the recently abandoned debt-to-GDP anchor. Read the latest on federal spending.

Elizabeth May Admits Budget Vote Was a 'Mistake,' Vows No Repeat

Green Leader May calls budget vote a 'mistake'

Green Party leader Elizabeth May publicly states her vote for the government's budget was an error, pledging it will not happen again. Get the full story on this political reversal.

Calgary City Council Begins 2025 Budget Deliberations with Key Amendments

Calgary City Council Begins 2025 Budget Decisions

Calgary's city council started its crucial budget deliberations on Monday, December 1, 2025, considering several amendments that will shape municipal spending. Follow the latest developments.

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