Prime Minister Carney announces three byelections for April 13
OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced three byelection for ridings in Ontario and Quebec.
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What you need to know about new legislation that could expand First Nations status
OTTAWA -- All four opposition parties in the House of Commons are backing legislation to change status rules in the Indian Act to end what is known as the second-generation cutoff.
Opposition parties back changes to status rules in Indian Act, Liberals say not yet
OTTAWA -- All four opposition parties in the House of Commons are backing legislation to change the status rules in the Indian Act to end the "second-generation cutoff."
Indigenous Peoples play a key role in national security: Gov. Gen. Mary Simon
OTTAWA -- Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says Indigenous communities across the country -- and particularly in the Arctic -- play a vital role in Canada's national security.
All opposition parties support changes to Indian Act status, Liberals say not yet
OTTAWA -- All four opposition parties in the House of Commons are backing legislation to change the status rules in the Indian Act to end what is known as the second-generation cutoff.
Feds earmark $1.55 billion to ensure equal services for First Nations kids
OTTAWA -- Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty is expected to announce $1.55 billion in federal funding today to support Jordan's Principle, a legal principle that states First Nations children must have equal access to social and health services.
Metis leaders unveil 1920s model dog sled repatriated from Vatican
OTTAWA -- Metis leaders today unveiled a model dog sled repatriated to their communities after more than a century in the Vatican collection.
Survivors call on Ottawa to pass bill to criminalize forced or coerced sterilization
OTTAWA -- Survivors are calling on Ottawa to pass legislation to criminalize non-consensual sterilization.
Canada-Ukraine Foundation calls on feds to match donations as war hits four-year mark
OTTAWA -- The Canada-Ukraine Foundation is calling on Ottawa to match donations to support humanitarian work in the country as the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion approaches.
Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of Parliament
OTTAWA -- Indigenous leaders were braced for change after the last federal election, when Prime Minister Mark Carney's win ushered in a new look for the Liberal government after 10 years under Justin Trudeau.
Final commercial flight operated by Canadian airline departed from Cuba: Anand
OTTAWA -- Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says the final flight operated by Canadian airlines departed from Cuba yesterday.
Former CBC bureau chief Elly Alboim, 78, remembered for his lasting mark on politics
OTTAWA -- Longtime CBC News parliamentary bureau chief and Carleton University journalism professor Elly Alboim, who died last week at age 78, is being remembered for his lasting mark on politics and for helping to launch generations of new political journalists.
Arviat, Nunavut chosen as main campus location for Inuit Nunangat University
OTTAWA -- Arviat, Nunavut has been chosen as the main campus location for the planned Inuit Nunangat University.
Auto thefts down 18% year-over-year while recovery remains low: report
OTTAWA -- The number of vehicles stolen in Canada fell sharply last year but there were still almost 47,000 such thefts reported and more than a third of those were never recovered, says a new report released Wednesday.
Conservatives table motion on refugee claims in response to extortion wave
OTTAWA -- The Conservatives introduced a motion Tuesday calling on the government to bar non-citizens convicted of serious crimes from making refugee claims.
Conservatives propose changing the rules for non-citizens convicted of crimes
OTTAWA -- The Conservatives on Tuesday introduced a motion calling on the government to bar non-citizens convicted of serious crimes from making refugee claims.
NDP MPP jumps to federal Liberals as Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith eyes provincial seat and leadership
The resignation of longtime MP Bill Blair has triggered a potential round of political musical chairs, as the federal Liberals poach a provincial NDP representative to run for his seat and a Liberal MP looks to fill that provincial void. The Liberals named Ontario NDP member of provincial parliament Doly Begum as their candidate Tuesday for Scarborough Southwest following Blair's...
Liberals say NDP MPP Doly Begum will be their candidate in Blair's Scarborough riding
OTTAWA -- The Liberals have named Ontario NDP politician Doly Begum as their candidate for Scarborough Southwest following the resignation Monday of longtime MP Bill Blair.
Liberals announce NDP MPP Doly Begum will be candidate for Blair's Scarborough riding
OTTAWA -- The Liberals have named New Democratic provincial politician Doly Begum as their candidate for Scarborough Southwest following the resignation on Monday of longtime MP Bill Blair.
Avi Lewis leads field in NDP leadership fundraising, followed by MP McPherson
OTTAWA -- NDP leadership candidate Avi Lewis has received the lion's share of campaign donations in the race so far, beating out the only sitting MP vying for the job.
Avi Lewis leads NDP fundraising contributions, followed by MP McPherson
OTTAWA -- NDP leadership candidate Avi Lewis received the lion's share of donations over the last quarter, beating out the only sitting NDP MP who is also vying for the job.
NDP confirms five contestants for leadership race to replace Jagmeet Singh
OTTAWA -- Five candidates have met the final requirements in the NDP's leadership election and will have their names on the ballot when party members choose a new leader for the beleaguered party.
Liberal MP proposes sweeping changes to Divorce Act
OTTAWA -- A Liberal MP is pushing for changes to the Divorce Act to give children a say in divorce proceedings and limit the effects of coercive control and domestic violence.
Liberal MP proposes changes to Divorce Act
OTTAWA -- A Liberal MP is pushing for changes to the Divorce Act to give children a say in divorce proceedings and limit the effects of coercive control and domestic violence.
Claims process opens for 'Indian hospitals' settlement
OTTAWA -- The claims process for a landmark "Indian hospitals" settlement opens today, nearly one year after the federal government reached an agreement with survivors on compensation.
Carney skips question period on Parliament's first day back, meets with Premier Ford
OTTAWA -- After a globe-hopping mission to secure new trade deals and foreign investment, Prime Minister Mark Carney was back in Ottawa Monday as Parliament resumed -- but not for very long.
Assembly of First Nations warns members to be cautious in U.S. following ICE actions
OTTAWA -- The Assembly of First Nations is warning First Nations individuals to be wary of crossing the border into the United States in response to immigration enforcement raids and the detention of some Indigenous people.
First Nations warn members to be cautious when entering U.S. following ICE actions
Several First Nations are warning their members to be wary of crossing the border into the United States in response to immigration enforcement raids and the detention of some U.S. tribal citizens. The Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario -- which was forced to evacuate earlier this month when local water and sewage systems failed -- posted on social media...
First Nations warn members to be cautious when entering U.S. following ICE actions
OTTAWA -- Several First Nations are warning their members to be wary of crossing the border into the United States in response to immigration enforcement raids and the detention of some U.S. tribal citizens.
First Nations chiefs call out Ottawa over pipeline deal that doesn't mention water
Some First Nations chiefs are demanding answers from Ottawa after the federal government signed a pipeline agreement with Alberta that failed to make any mention of fresh water. The memorandum of understanding -- which opens a door to building a pipeline to transport bitumen from Alberta to the B.C. coast -- does not touch on the high level of water...
First Nations chiefs call out Ottawa over pipeline deal that doesn't mention water
OTTAWA -- Some First Nations chiefs are demanding answers from Ottawa after the federal government signed a pipeline agreement with Alberta that failed to make any mention of fresh water.
Carney to discuss major projects, conservation with Coastal First Nations on Tuesday
Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Coastal First Nations on Tuesday to discuss major projects and marine conservation. Carney is travelling to Prince Rupert, B.C. for the meeting, along with Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson, whose relationship with Coastal First Nations got off to a rocky start. Hodgson did not meet with the alliance of nine First Nations before...
Carney to discuss major projects, conservation with Coastal First Nations on Tuesday
Ottawa -- Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Coastal First Nations on Tuesday to discuss major projects and marine conservation.
Eurasia Group says no country more at risk than Canada in relations with the U.S.
OTTAWA -- A new report by the Eurasia Group is warning no other country will be as "profoundly affected" by political turmoil in the United States than Canada will be in 2026.
First Nations chiefs alarmed by feds' lack of commitment to protecting source water
OTTAWA -- Some First Nations chiefs say Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty's recent refusal to commit to source water protections in a promised clean water bill shows the government is sidelining the health of Indigenous communities in its push to build up the economy.
Protesters in Canada hold different opinions of Nicolas Maduro
OTTAWA -- As a number of countries condemn the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States, protesters in front of the U.S. embassy in Ottawa on Sunday called for the federal government to support the right to self-determination for the Venezuelan people and for the U.S. to back away.
Mexico condemns U.S. military action in Venezuela, protesters call for Ottawa support
As a number of countries condemn the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the United States, protesters in Ottawa were calling for the federal government to support the right to self-determination for the Venezuelan people and for the U.S. to back away. Dozens of protesters gathered in front of the U.S. embassy steps away from Parliament Hill on Sunday...
Mexico condemns U.S. military action in Venezuela, protesters call for Ottawa support
OTTAWA -- As a number of countries condemn the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the United States, protesters in Ottawa were calling for the federal government to support the right to self-determination for the Venezuelan people and for the U.S. to back away.
Minister not promising source water protection in new First Nations clean water bill
With her government under pressure to finally eliminate boil-water advisories in First Nations communities, the federal minister responsible for Indigenous services isn't committing to bringing back a defunct clean water bill in the new year as written -- after two provinces objected to it. That bill, which died when the last federal election was called, was drafted with input from...
Minister not promising source water protection in new First Nations clean water bill
OTTAWA -- With her government under pressure to finally eliminate boil-water advisories in First Nations communities, the federal minister responsible for Indigenous services isn't committing to bringing back a defunct clean water bill in the new year as written -- after two provinces objected to it.
Gull-Masty reflects on first months of job Indigenous leaders were wary of her taking
When Mandy Gull-Masty took up the role of Indigenous services minister last spring, one question loomed over her appointment: why would a Cree woman want to administer the Indian Act, when another First Nations woman before her turned down the role? Gull-Masty was named to the cabinet job in May after being elected as a member of Parliament for the...
Gull-Masty reflects on first months of job Indigenous leaders were wary of her taking
OTTAWA -- When Mandy Gull-Masty took up the role of Indigenous services minister last spring, one question loomed over her appointment: why would a Cree woman want to administer the Indian Act, when another First Nations woman before her turned down the role?
Ontario, Ottawa agree to speed up project approvals, including Ring of Fire mining
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed an agreement Thursday to speed up approval of major projects in the province under a "one project, one process, one decision" model. This approach means that projects that would have been subject to environmental assessments at both the federal and provincial levels will now go through Ontario's process alone when...
Ontario, Ottawa agree to speed up project approvals, including Ring of Fire mining
Ottawa -- Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed an agreement Thursday to speed up approval of major projects in the province under a "one project, one process, one decision" model.
G7 foreign ministers condemn conviction of Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai
OTTAWA -- Canadian and other G7 foreign ministers are condemning the conviction of an outspoken Hong Kong activist after he was found guilty of violating Hong Kong's national security law earlier this week.
G7 foreign ministers conviction of Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai
OTTAWA -- Canadian and other G7 foreign ministers are condemning the conviction of an outspoken Hong Kong activist after he was found guilty of violating Hong Kong's national security law earlier this week.
G7 foreign ministers co conviction of Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai
OTTAWA -- Canadian and other G7 foreign ministers are condemning the conviction of an outspoken Hong Kong activist after he was found guilty of violating Hong Kong's national security law earlier this week.
'Buy Canadian' policy takes effect, changing rules for federal procurement
OTTAWA -- The federal government's 'Buy Canadian' policy took effect Tuesday and Ottawa says it will fundamentally change the way it purchases goods and services.
'Buy Canadian' policy comes into effect, changing rules for federal procurement
The federal government's 'Buy Canadian' policy takes effect today and Ottawa says it will fundamentally change the way it purchases goods and services. Announced earlier in the fall, the strategy is meant to ensure Canadian products and workers are prioritized in federal procurement decisions to help protect Canadian industries. It applies to the government's new major projects and housing offices...
'Buy Canadian' policy comes into effect, changing rules for federal procurement
OTTAWA -- The federal government's 'Buy Canadian' policy took effect Tuesday and Ottawa says it will fundamentally change the way it purchases goods and services.
Metis Nation of Ontario say academic gathering is an attempt to erase their history
OTTAWA -- Members of the Metis Nation of Ontario say an upcoming academic summit in the province amounts to an attack on their history because it questions the legitimacy of their connection to Metis heritage and territorial claims.
House of Commons rises for six-week holiday break
The House of Commons has started its winter break -- without the government's lengthy budget implementation bill becoming law. House leader Steven MacKinnon says the past 11 weeks of the fall sitting have seen "very hard work" by the government to protect jobs and reduce the cost of living. He accuses the opposition Conservatives of trying to prevent further progress...
House of Commons rises for six-week holiday break
OTTAWA -- The House of Commons has started its winter break -- without the government's lengthy budget implementation bill becoming law.
Ottawa's Indigenous advisers weren't told of pipeline deal with Alberta: chief
OTTAWA -- A member of the major projects office's Indigenous advisory council says he and his colleagues were not told in advance of the agreement the federal government signed with Alberta opening a path to a pipeline to B.C.'s coast.
House of Commons set to rise for six-week holiday break
The House of Commons could rise as early as Thursday for the winter break -- without the Liberals passing their lengthy budget implementation bill. The House calendar officially has MPs in their seats until Friday but they could agree to break for Christmas before the end of the day. They are scheduled to return to the House on January 26...
House of Commons set to rise for six-week holiday break
OTTAWA -- The House of Commons could rise as early as Thursday for the winter break -- without the Liberals passing their lengthy budget implementation bill.
Inuvialuit kayak, other items from Vatican unveiled at Museum of History
OTTAWA -- An Inuvialuit kayak more than a century old was unveiled Tuesday at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., along with a handful of other priceless Inuit items returned to Canada from the Vatican collection on Saturday.
Inuvialuit kayak, other items from Vatican to be unveiled at Museum of History
OTTAWA -- A selection of Inuit items returned from the Vatican this weekend will be shown at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., today.
Gull-Masty signals go-slow approach to changing First Nations status eligibility
OTTAWA -- Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty says the Assembly of First Nations sent a strong signal to her government to end the second-generation cutoff in the Indian Act, but her government won't make that change without broad consultations with leaders.
Indigenous artifacts from the Vatican collection return to Canada
OTTAWA -- First Nations, Inuit and Metis leaders welcomed back dozens of Indigenous artifacts released from the Vatican collection at Montreal's airport Saturday.