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Insiders say Pierre Poilievre called Doug Ford for help — and the premier turned him down

Insiders say Pierre Poilievre called Doug Ford for help — and the premier turned him down

The premier told him he would be too busy governing Ontario, the Star has learned. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called Doug Ford to ask for his help in the upcoming federal election campaign, but the premier told him he would be too busy governing Ontario, the Star has learned. Federal and provincial Tory sources said Poilievre phoned the premier on...

Carney will ask Governor General to dissolve Parliament Sunday and call election, sources say

Carney will ask Governor General to dissolve Parliament Sunday and call election, sources say

Voting day will either be April 28 or May 5, according to sources. Prime Minister Mark Carney will ask the...

Poilievre defends decision to block reporters from campaign plane

Poilievre defends decision to block reporters from campaign plane

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre defended his campaign's decision to block journalists from travelling on the party's campaign plane during the...

Former journalist Evan Solomon to run for the federal Liberals in next election

Former journalist Evan Solomon to run for the federal Liberals in next election

Former journalist Evan Solomon has announced he will be running to be an MP for the Liberal party in the...

Canada Proud Launches Attack Ads Linking Mark Carney to ‘Notorious Pedophile’ Jeffrey Epstein

Canada Proud Launches Attack Ads Linking Mark Carney to ‘Notorious Pedophile’ Jeffrey Epstein

Pierre Poilievre’s office won’t say if it condones conservative group’s ads juxtaposing prime minister with a “global child sex trafficking...

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Federal Politics: Week of March 17

    Federal Politics: Week of March 17

    If a federal election were held today, 42% of Canadians would vote for the Liberal Party led by Mark Carney...

    Conservatives 35, Liberals 34, NDP 16 - Concern about Trump/US Relations rockets upward

    Conservatives 35, Liberals 34, NDP 16 - Concern about Trump/US Relations rockets upward

    The Weekly Nanos Tracking is produced by the Nanos Research Corporation, headquartered in Canada, which operates in Canada and the...



    A Federal Election is Imminent

    A Federal Election is Imminent

    After months of speculation, a federal election appears imminent. Prime Minister Mark Carney, only recently installed as Liberal leader, is...

    Smith sees a real danger Mark Carney could be worse than Trudeau

    Smith sees a real danger Mark Carney could be worse than Trudeau

    Well, no doubt about it. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is on the political warpath, with the federal election campaign expected...

    The Canadian roots of Elon Musk's conspiracist grandpa

    The Canadian roots of Elon Musk's conspiracist grandpa

    Joshua Haldeman was just one of thousands of Saskatchewan farmers who lost their land in the drought of the Dirty...

    Oilers fan Carney practices with team before game against visiting Jets

    Oilers fan Carney practices with team before game against visiting Jets

    EDMONTON -- Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the Edmonton Oilers on the ice Thursday as the NHL team prepared for...

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    The State of Service Report

    The State of Service Report

    Our government created the Citizens’ Services portfolio in 2023 to champion service delivery excellence and to improve government efficiency. This...

    Why we shouldn’t boo the American anthem

    Why we shouldn’t boo the American anthem

    It’s understandable that Canadians are angry. With the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the United States has...



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    Canada's food system is an international powerhouse that needs to be cultivated in the face of trade war uncertainty

    Canada's food system is an international powerhouse that needs to be cultivated in the face of trade war uncertainty

    From the golden canola fields in the Western provinces to the bustling processing plants in Ontario to the aquaculture industries...

    Pierre Poilievre doesn’t want to be held to the same standard that he holds Liberals to

    Pierre Poilievre doesn’t want to be held to the same standard that he holds Liberals to

    What is Pierre Poilievre afraid of? On Tuesday, Conservative national campaign director Jenni Byrne informed journalists that, in a break...

    Pierre Poilievre can't escape Donald Trump

    Pierre Poilievre can't escape Donald Trump

    Pierre Poilievre knows he has a Donald Trump problem. After spending the last two-plus years imitating Trump’s approach to politics...

    We need a leader who can offer Canadians hope

    We need a leader who can offer Canadians hope

    The next federal election is going to be about more than the tariff threat. In a world gone mad, the...

    It’s no wonder Mark Carney looked at ease in the U.K. Many there have been waiting for their ‘unreliable boyfriend’ to return as PM

    It’s no wonder Mark Carney looked at ease in the U.K. Many there have been waiting for their ‘unreliable boyfriend’ to return as PM

    Canada’s new prime minister was back “home” this week, as Mark Carney made a return to England as part of...

    Carney’s cabinet a step backwards in the dark

    Carney’s cabinet a step backwards in the dark

    This is a historical pattern that rears up when those who were once marginalized gain representation within the white supremacist...

    The ‘Rest of Canada’ should show caution with the rise of Canadian pride in Quebec

    The ‘Rest of Canada’ should show caution with the rise of Canadian pride in Quebec

    “Quebecers are discovering their inner Canadian” according to the Association for Canadian Studies (ASC). Its survey shows that the percentage...

    Pierre Poilievre’s strength is as an attack dog. But he’s growling against the wrong target

    Pierre Poilievre’s strength is as an attack dog. But he’s growling against the wrong target

    A moment of silence, please, for the devastating loss that the Conservative Party of Canada still hasn’t fully recognized –...

    Poilievre vows to kill industrial carbon pricing in ‘desperate’ move against Liberal surge

    Poilievre vows to kill industrial carbon pricing in ‘desperate’ move against Liberal surge

    Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre’s new promise to kill industrial carbon pricing would eliminate the central plank of Canada’s emission-reduction...

    The Poilievre Predicament

    The Poilievre Predicament

    Now that Mark Carney is Prime Minister, federal elections could be triggered very soon. Since Justin Trudeau announced his resignation...



    No, Carney, you're the one who must 'look inside yourself'

    No, Carney, you're the one who must 'look inside yourself'

    Will ethical issues upend the Liberal election campaign? The Conservatives certainly hope so — and they’re getting a hand from...

    Conservatives just can’t quit the carbon tax

    Conservatives just can’t quit the carbon tax

    After years of promising to axe the carbon tax, Conservatives watched in obvious horror as Prime Minister Mark Carney did...

    Donald Trump has launched a cultural revolution, like China’s Mao. Here is how Canada should respond

    Donald Trump has launched a cultural revolution, like China’s Mao. Here is how Canada should respond

    A charismatic leader with a cult following. Governing by slogans. Demonizing opponents. Purging civil servants. A population scarred by inflation...

    Pierre Poilievre wants to axe the tax, even if it is the wrong one

    Pierre Poilievre wants to axe the tax, even if it is the wrong one

    The signs still work. Phew. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre put a lot of work into that “axe the tax” slogan...

    Mark Carney must meet voters and test his legitimacy—now

    Mark Carney must meet voters and test his legitimacy—now

    Prime Minister Mark Carney represents a familiar archetype in the pantheon of Canadian politics, with a sparkling CV that includes...

    We visit Florida every March to watch the Jays at spring training. But Trump changed all that

    We visit Florida every March to watch the Jays at spring training. But Trump changed all that

    About now, I should be leaning over a bullpen railing in Dunedin, Fla., cold beer in hand and pasty legs...

    Canada’s Time to Step Up and Help American Scientists
    We might get a carbon tax election after all

    We might get a carbon tax election after all

    It seems unlikely Mark Carney will be able to resist opposing Poilievre's promise to cancel industrial carbon tax mandates

    The What-Will-She-Do-Next Premier of Alberta

    The What-Will-She-Do-Next Premier of Alberta

    ON A SATURDAY morning in February, Danielle Smith took questions from Albertans for forty-six minutes during her weekly radio talk...

    Six questions federal candidates had better have answers to

    Six questions federal candidates had better have answers to

    With Mark Carney now prime minister, we are, perhaps, days from him heading back to Rideau Hall to trigger the...

    Watch Out Premier Ford:  Lutnick Speaks for Trump—Until He Doesn’t
    For Carney and Poilievre, it’s go time

    For Carney and Poilievre, it’s go time

    Both leaders of the mainstream parties need to demonstrate their credentials for the top job, and their plan to rebuff...

    Who’s Tory now?

    Who’s Tory now?

    You don’t need to be a weatherman to know which way the wind blows. In Canada, it is blowing right...

    On his first trip as PM, Carney can help restore Canada to its rightful place: as a leader on international trade

    On his first trip as PM, Carney can help restore Canada to its rightful place: as a leader on international trade

    When Mark Carney makes his first prime ministerial trip this week to London and Paris, he should bring along the...

    Symbols and substance in Canadian leader's first foreign visits

    Symbols and substance in Canadian leader's first foreign visits

    Two European politicians, dressed symbolically in red and white, sent a message last week to Canada on social media declaring...

    Canada’s Trade War Arsenal Should Include a Team America

    Canada’s Trade War Arsenal Should Include a Team America

    With the major preoccupation of Canada’s new Carney government being Donald Trump’s trade war, one immediate priority should be to...

    Pierre Poilievre has a bigger problem than Mark Carney. Much bigger

    Pierre Poilievre has a bigger problem than Mark Carney. Much bigger

    If Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives lose the next federal election, it will not be because the Liberals changed leaders...

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    Nanos seat projections show tightening race, potential for ‘volatility’ in next election campaign

    Nanos seat projections show tightening race, potential for ‘volatility’ in next election campaign

    With an election call just days away, the latest Nanos Research ballot tracking numbers show the race between the top...

    Conservatives pitch 'shovel-ready zones' in campaign preview announcement

    Conservatives pitch 'shovel-ready zones' in campaign preview announcement

    Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he will “unleash hundreds of billions of dollars of investment” by pre-approving areas for companies...

    Small business optimism in Canada collapses to 25-year low

    Small business optimism in Canada collapses to 25-year low

    Optimism among Canada’s small and medium-sized firms fell to the lowest level in at least a quarter-century after the US...

    Chinese tariffs come into force on $3.7-billion worth of Canadian goods

      Chinese tariffs come into force on $3.7-billion worth of Canadian goods

      New Chinese tariffs on Canadian agricultural and food products came into force just after midnight Thursday, 12 days after they...



      Mark Carney looking to Europe to boost Canada’s security in shift away from reliance on U.S., sources say

      Mark Carney looking to Europe to boost Canada’s security in shift away from reliance on U.S., sources say

      The prime minister’s call to review the purchase of U.S.-made fighter jets could hint at what Carney has set in...

      As Europe rearms, Canada has what it needs. That can be the basis of a post-NATO alliance

      As Europe rearms, Canada has what it needs. That can be the basis of a post-NATO alliance

      Canada is an energy and natural resources superpower in need of a new key ally. Faintly, but not slowly, the...

      Pierre Poilievre blasted over pledge to fast-track Ring of Fire permits

      Pierre Poilievre blasted over pledge to fast-track Ring of Fire permits

      The grand chief of a group of northern Ontario First Nations is blasting Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre over his promise...

      Cancelling the F-35 deal would be ‘cutting our nose off to spite our face,’ says former senior military official

      Cancelling the F-35 deal would be ‘cutting our nose off to spite our face,’ says former senior military official

      A former chief of the defence staff says 'the ramifications of cancelling the F-35 purchase threatens to hurt Canada more...

      Executions show China has no intention of improving relations with Canada: Michael Kovrig

      Executions show China has no intention of improving relations with Canada: Michael Kovrig

      Former Canadian diplomat Michael Kovrig says news China has executed what was later revealed to be four Canadians in recent...

      Prairie canola producers brace for 'devastating' 100 per cent tariffs from China

      Prairie canola producers brace for 'devastating' 100 per cent tariffs from China

      CALGARY -- Canola farmers are bracing for impact as China looks to impose hefty tariffs on their industry in response...

      Foreign affairs minister says China executed four Canadians

      Foreign affairs minister says China executed four Canadians

      OTTAWA -- Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says China executed four Canadians in recent months.

      Conservatives say there will be no media seats on Poilievre's election campaign

      Conservatives say there will be no media seats on Poilievre's election campaign

      The Conservative party is breaking from tradition and will not be allowing media onboard planes and buses to cover Pierre...

      Poilievre says Trump is right to say a Liberal PM would be easier to deal with

        Poilievre says Trump is right to say a Liberal PM would be easier to deal with

        Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says U.S. President Donald Trump is right to think he would have an easier time dealing...

        Prime Minister Carney’s ascension brings lots of change for cabinet staff

        Prime Minister Carney’s ascension brings lots of change for cabinet staff

        Among those currently working in Mark Carney’s office as prime minister is Emily Williams as media relations lead.

        Australia's 'biggest defence export' was meant to go to the US first, but Canada snuck past Donald Trump

          Australia's 'biggest defence export' was meant to go to the US first, but Canada snuck past Donald Trump

          For months, senior officials have been discussing exporting Australia's world-leading radar technology JORN to the United States, but after Donald...

          SMT -- What Are The Polls Telling Us?

          SMT -- What Are The Polls Telling Us?

          There seems to be a poll a day recently and while they're each a bit different. there is one common...

          Poilievre says he wants to greenlight Ring of Fire mining permits within six months

          Poilievre says he wants to greenlight Ring of Fire mining permits within six months

          Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says that he will "set a goal" to greenlight all federal Ring of Fire permits, a...

          Federal government promises $2.55B in low-cost loans to build Toronto rental homes

            Federal government promises $2.55B in low-cost loans to build Toronto rental homes

            The federal government is promising billions in low-cost financing to help build thousands of rental homes in Toronto, including more...

            Only 40% of air force inventory ready for action as Canada rethinks its F-35 contract

            Only 40% of air force inventory ready for action as Canada rethinks its F-35 contract

            Mixed fleets and avoiding American firms come with their own challenges. Only 40 per cent of Canada's air force inventory...

            Trump says he would ‘rather deal with a Liberal than a Conservative,’ calls Poilievre ‘no friend of mine’

            Trump says he would ‘rather deal with a Liberal than a Conservative,’ calls Poilievre ‘no friend of mine’

            Amid trade tensions and speculation over a looming federal election, U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing in on Canadian politics...

            Critics say new PM Carney ‘failed to turn the page’ with cabinet picks, but narrative link necessary, say Liberals

            Critics say new PM Carney ‘failed to turn the page’ with cabinet picks, but narrative link necessary, say Liberals

            The new “leaner” Liberal cabinet is prioritizing continuity over change in the face of the tariff and annexation threats from...

            Non-sufficient funds fee will be limited to $10 in Canada starting next year

            Non-sufficient funds fee will be limited to $10 in Canada starting next year

            In one of its last acts in office, former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government decided to give Canadians a break...

            PM Carney's smaller cabinet is facing pushback from advocacy groups

            PM Carney's smaller cabinet is facing pushback from advocacy groups

            Carney downsized cabinet to focus on trade war and economy.Canada's new prime minister is facing growing criticism from advocacy groups...

            Consumers could find 'meaningful savings' as carbon price ends: Desjardins

            Consumers could find 'meaningful savings' as carbon price ends: Desjardins

            Canadians can expect to feel the absence of the consumer carbon price at the pumps immediately but it may take...

            Mark Carney risks getting ‘hammered’ for prickly response to questions about his finances, experts say

            Mark Carney risks getting ‘hammered’ for prickly response to questions about his finances, experts say

            Pressure over Mark Carney’s personal finances isn’t going away.At this point, he might be making it worse.

            Trump will order a plan to shut down the US Education Department

            Trump will order a plan to shut down the US Education Department

            WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday calling for the shutdown of the U.S...

            Trump to order a plan to shut down the US Education Department

            Trump to order a plan to shut down the US Education Department

            WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday calling for the shutdown of the U.S...

            Trump administration makes public thousands of files related to JFK assassination

            Trump administration makes public thousands of files related to JFK assassination

            DALLAS (AP) -- Unredacted files related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy were released Tuesday evening.

            Trump says his administration is set to release JFK files with no redactions

            Trump says his administration is set to release JFK files with no redactions

            DALLAS (AP) -- President Donald Trump says files related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy will be...

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            White House says Trump, Putin will seek limited ceasefire on energy, infrastructure in Ukraine war

              White House says Trump, Putin will seek limited ceasefire on energy, infrastructure in Ukraine war

              U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed during a lengthy call Tuesday to seek a limited ceasefire...

              'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

              'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

              Ivan Hansen, a retired Danish police officer, loaded up his basket at the supermarket, carefully checking each product to avoid...

              Trump and Putin will speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says

              Trump and Putin will speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says

              WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to speak this week...

              Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning

              Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning

              WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- President Donald Trump said he ordered a series of airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa...

              EU foreign policy chief says that global trade war works in China's interests

              EU foreign policy chief says that global trade war works in China's interests

              LA MALBAIE, Que. -- The European Union's foreign policy chief says tariffs between Western countries only serve China's interests and...

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              How Escalating U.S.-China Competition Over Critical Minerals Impacts Canada

              How Escalating U.S.-China Competition Over Critical Minerals Impacts Canada

              Over the last five years, competition over critical minerals has become a focal point of great-power rivalry — particularly between...

              Removing internal trade barriers would help mitigate damage from Trump tariffs
              Fixing the Fisc: Free Advice for Canada’s Next Prime Minister

              Fixing the Fisc: Free Advice for Canada’s Next Prime Minister

              For as long as Mark Carney is Canada’s new prime minister, and beyond that into the outcome of the upcoming...


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              Justin Trudeau was a big talker in the House, that is, when he showed up.

              Justin Trudeau was a big talker in the House, that is, when he showed up.

              A recent analysis highlighted in La Presse reveals a startling aspect of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's oratory style. When assessed...

              The Liberals' “Canada Strong” has the right sentiment, but their opponents might weaken it.

              The Liberals' “Canada Strong” has the right sentiment, but their opponents might weaken it.

              If that's the overarching theme of the campaign, 'Canada Strong' could be a slogan-sized blind spot for the Liberal campaign.

              Peddling the medal - Brace for flurry of Coronation medal awards this month

              Peddling the medal - Brace for flurry of Coronation medal awards this month

              Media stories about a royal medal have been popping up on news and social-media platforms in Canada lately. Expect more...

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              Whose Side Is He On Anyway?

                Whose Side Is He On Anyway?

                An unfiltered discussion with Louise Blais, Jeremy Kinsman and Peter Donolo about treading water in the Trump Tsunami - from...

                Fighting about U.S. fighter jets (and government procurement)

                  Fighting about U.S. fighter jets (and government procurement)

                  On WONK this week, Peter MacKay and Sahir Khan discuss the perils of public procurement and how the F-35 purchase...

                  Checking in on how Prime Minister Carney's first week is going

                    Checking in on how Prime Minister Carney's first week is going

                    Prime Minister Mark Carney is almost through his first week of Prime Minister. So, how's it going? He's already completed...

                    Donald Trump Weighs in on Canadian Politics

                      Donald Trump Weighs in on Canadian Politics

                      Senator Hassan Yussuff, a member of the Prime Minister's Council of Canada-U.S. Relations talks about that group's first meeting with...