Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to reduce the federal civil service through early retirement incentives will cost $1.5 billion upfront, with annual savings of $82 million. The strategy aims to avoid layoffs.
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
MP Jamil Jivani warns that disaffected young men in Canada risk being drawn to extremism if mainstream politics fails to address their crisis of unemployment, mental health, and hopelessness. He calls for urgent, non-partisan action.
Avi Benlolo details a growing campaign within Canadian institutions to push Palestinian narratives and delegitimize Israel, citing flag raisings, museum exhibits, and municipal pressure.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a Vatican fundraising commission created under questionable circumstances. Get the latest details on this significant administrative move.
Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree announces a federal review of Canada's firearms classification system. Get the latest details on this policy shift.
Analysis: The public service transformation outlined in Budget 2025 presents challenges but also significant opportunities for federal workers. Learn how to navigate the coming changes.
The Secretary of State for the CRA pushes back against the auditor general's report questioning tax data accuracy. Get the latest on this political dispute and its implications.
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly now requires a personal security detail after threats fueled by Donald Trump's rhetoric. The Arizona Democrat, whose wife survived an assassination, speaks out.
New data reveals more than half of federal employees have no assigned workspace. Experts warn this 'hoteling' trend could create major logistical hurdles for any mandated full-time office return.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is capturing public attention, but her rising popularity stems from personal style and a relentless work ethic rather than political achievements. Discover the details.
As Ottawa seeks spending cuts, an opinion piece argues for refocusing on core government needs like security and food, questioning agencies like the NFB. Read the analysis.
Ottawa Citizen readers call for a Guaranteed Basic Income to tackle poverty, criticize the Canada-Alberta energy MOU as a climate setback, and suggest relocating the Ottawa Charge to Kanata. Read the latest community voices.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's new Quebec lieutenant, Joël Lightbound, brings a history of bold, independent actions, from protesting his own government to criticizing pandemic politics. Explore his unpredictable path.
The State Department renamed the U.S. Institute of Peace after Donald Trump, drawing widespread online criticism and comparisons to authoritarian regimes. Read the full story.
The White House's holiday post calling Donald Trump "Daddy" has reignited debate over the GOP's messaging. Critics call it "gross" while supporters embrace it. Read the full story.
A White House announcement on vehicle mileage rules was sidetracked when Donald Trump corrected his Transportation Secretary's pronunciation of Pete Buttigieg's last name. The exchange sparked immediate social media reactions.
The federal government has begun a major downsizing, issuing nearly 70,000 early-retirement notices with $1.5B in incentives. Learn how this impacts the public service.
A Montreal woman received a limited apology after Service Canada staff told her she couldn't put Israel on her passport due to 'political conflict.' Her lawyer demands accountability.
Photos from a White House cabinet meeting show U.S. President Donald Trump with his eyes closed, sparking fresh debate about his health and stamina. Details inside.
Video and photos from a December 2025 Cabinet meeting show President Donald Trump struggling to stay awake, sparking discussion about his energy levels and a visible hand injury.
President Donald Trump has pardoned Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar, voiding his 2024 bribery indictment. The move has major implications for Texas border politics. Read the full story.
House Judiciary Committee subpoenas Special Counsel Jack Smith to testify on December 17, 2025, regarding his prosecutions of Donald Trump. Follow for updates.
Sen. Mark Kelly, facing a Pentagon investigation, calls Donald Trump 'singularly unqualified' for encouraging violence against lawmakers. He details the graphic threats he and his wife receive.
Statistics Canada reveals a significant undercount of non-permanent residents in the 2021 census, with a missed rate of 38%. This gap highlights challenges in tracking Canada's population accurately.
A misspelled placard for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reading 'SSecretary of War' ignited online debate over a potential Nazi SS reference. Details on the White House meeting and the ensuing social media storm.
Body language experts dissect Donald Trump's defensive yet playful reaction to press questions about his MRI results, revealing irritation beneath the mockery.
Donald Trump's 160-post social media spree included sharing a call for a military tribunal against Barack Obama. Explore the escalating rhetoric and its implications.