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 […]

Pierre’s Picks: Ridings to Watch for the Next Federal Election

With the NDP withdrawing their support from the Confidence and Supply Agreement, the next federal election could happen at any time between now and October 2025. Candidate recruitment is a top priority for each political party. As the Conservative Party of Canada has maintained a strong lead in the polls, they have been able to attract high-quality candidates from across the country.   Let’s take a closer look at some formidable candidates who will undoubtedly take up key roles in a […]