Minority Report: Fall Sitting Displays New Parliament’s Struggles

Snow covers a fence surrounding Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Friday, January 20, 2023. The federal government posted a $5.5 billion during the first nine months of the fiscal year. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

After a burst of activity in the spring following Mark Carney’s April election win, Canada’s new Parliament returned in September to face more familiar gridlock.  Parliament’s resumption saw Pierre Poilievre re-enter the House after winning a byelection in Alberta, setting the stage for a more engaged official opposition.   The government was only able to pass two bills during the fall sitting and has only […]

Former National Security Advisor Jody Thomas Joins Counsel Public Affairs

Counsel is excited to welcome Jody Thomas as a Senior Advisor. Jody brings more than 35 years of leadership experience in national security, defence, and intelligence, having served in some of Canada’s most senior roles. Most recently, she was National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister until 2024. Her distinguished career also includes serving as […]