Darren Major

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Is the tradition of giving party leaders a free pass to the House dead?

Is the tradition of giving party leaders a free pass to the House dead?

‘Leadership courtesy’ convention has been inconsistently applied over the decades. Political parties won't be giving Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre a free ride back into the House of Commons — seemingly ignoring a parliamentary tradition that dates back decades. But the convention of political parties standing aside to allow seatless party leaders an easy path to the House — known as...

Viable trade deal wasn't on the table ahead of deadline, Canada-U.S. trade minister says

Viable trade deal wasn't on the table ahead of deadline, Canada-U.S. trade minister says

Business groups raise concerns but say 'no deal is better than a bad deall' The federal minister responsible for Canada-U.S. trade says Canada won't accept a bad deal from the U.S. President Donald Trump's administration and that there had been no viable deal on the table this week. Minister Dominic LeBlanc told Radio-Canada's Canada Midi that he was encouraged because...

Canada plans to recognize Palestinian state in September, Carney says

Canada plans to recognize Palestinian state in September, Carney says

Palestinian Authority must commit to reforms for Canada to recognize statehood. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September if the West Bank's governing body agrees to certain conditions. The prime minister said the Palestinian Authority must hold an election in 2026 and commit to other democratic reforms. Carney's announcement came after he spoke to...

Over 200 candidates sign up for Poilievre's byelection — doubling previous record

Over 200 candidates sign up for Poilievre's byelection — doubling previous record

More than 200 candidates, mostly associated with a group of electoral reform advocates, have signed up to run in an upcoming federal byelection next month. The number more than doubles the previous record on a single ballot. Former Alberta MP Damien Kurek vacated his seat in Battle River-Crowfoot to give Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre a chance to rejoin the House...

More than 100 candidates — most in Canadian history — to run against Poilievre in byelection

More than 100 candidates — most in Canadian history — to run against Poilievre in byelection

102 candidates have registered so far, beating the previous record of 91. Next month's byelection in Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot will break the record for the most candidates on a federal ballot in Canadian history. As of Friday, 108 candidates — mostly associated with a group of electoral reform advocates known as the Longest Ballot Committee — have registered to run...

The U.K. is lowering its voting age to 16. Should Canada follow suit?

The U.K. is lowering its voting age to 16. Should Canada follow suit?

The U.K. government announced Thursday that it will be lowering the voting age from 18 to 16, in time for its next general election. The move is encouraging for advocates who want to see the same change made in Canada. "It's a step that should have been done a long time ago," Jaden Braves, CEO of Young Politicians of Canada...

'This is a scam': Poilievre wants rules changed to stop long ballot protests

'This is a scam': Poilievre wants rules changed to stop long ballot protests

Protesters again signing up dozens of candidates to run against Conservative leader. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he wants Canada's election laws changed to prevent long ballot protests as he is set to face another one next month. "We have to take action because this is a scam. It is unfair, it is unjust and it must stop," Poilievre said...

Trump threatening 35% tariffs on Canadian goods across the board

Trump threatening 35% tariffs on Canadian goods across the board

Trump and PM Carney have been locked in negotiation to reach a trade agreement by July 21. U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to slap a 35 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods as the two countries have been engaged in negotiations to reach some sort of trade agreement. Trump's latest threat came in a letter to Prime Minister...

Canadians in ICE detention centres left in legal limbo as families try to secure release

Canadians in ICE detention centres left in legal limbo as families try to secure release

Relatives of Canadians detained by ICE in the United States say they're furious and frustrated by the treatment of their loved ones and the battles they're having to fight for even the most basic information. Global Affairs Canada said it's aware of roughly 55 Canadians in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, though it said that the numbers can fluctuate.

Another Trudeau-appointed senator joins Conservative caucus

Another Trudeau-appointed senator joins Conservative caucus

Manitoba Sen. Mary Jane McCallum is 2nd to join caucus this month. Sen. Mary Jane McCallum of Manitoba is now part of the Conservatives' Senate caucus — making her the second senator appointed by former prime minister Justin Trudeau to join the party this month. McCallum, who is Cree and a member of the Barren Lands First Nation, said she...

Marc Garneau died after 'short but very difficult battle' with cancer, former staffer says

Marc Garneau died after 'short but very difficult battle' with cancer, former staffer says

Former astronaut and federal cabinet minister died on Wednesday at 76. Marc Garneau died this week after being diagnosed with two types of cancer earlier this year, his former staffer says. The first Canadian to travel to space and former cabinet minister died on Wednesday. He was 76. Marc Roy, Garneau's former chief of staff, told CBC's Power & Politics...

House unanimously adopts Liberals' promised income tax cut

House unanimously adopts Liberals' promised income tax cut

Liberals say tax cut will save 2-income families up to $840 a year. The House of Commons unanimously voted in favour of the Liberals' promised income tax cut on Thursday. The Liberals promised to bring in a one percentage point reduction in the lowest marginal tax rate — taking it from 15 per cent to 14 per cent — during...

'Love is in the air': Cautious optimism as premiers pitch major projects to Carney

'Love is in the air': Cautious optimism as premiers pitch major projects to Carney

There was cautious optimism in the air as provincial and territorial premiers began arriving in Saskatoon to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney. The first ministers are meeting on Monday, and Carney has said he wants to hear provincial ideas for "nation-building projects." The prime minister struck an optimistic tone as he spoke to the premiers in front of reporters...

Carney has 'nation-building projects' on his mind as he meets with premiers in Saskatoon

Carney has 'nation-building projects' on his mind as he meets with premiers in Saskatoon

Prime minister says he wants projects to ‘compete’ for federal approvals. Prime Minister Mark Carney's main focus will be on project development as he sits down with provincial and territorial premiers this week. First ministers are gathering in Saskatoon Monday for the first time since the April 28 federal election. Carney told CBC's Power & Politics in an exclusive interview...

Ottawa planning 'up-front' approval for projects deemed in the national interest

Ottawa planning 'up-front' approval for projects deemed in the national interest

Internal federal documents suggest legislation could be tabled as early as next month. The Liberal government will introduce legislation to assist in identifying projects in the national interest and provide "up-front regulatory approvals" to major projects, according to a federal document obtained by CBC News. "Once a project is determined to be in the national interest, federal reviews will shift...

Poilievre says Conservatives will back Liberal tax cuts, but wants them to go further

Poilievre says Conservatives will back Liberal tax cuts, but wants them to go further

Interim NDP leader says his party will get a question 'every day' in question period. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said Wednesday that his party will support proposed Liberal tax cuts but urged the governing party to make those cuts steeper. "We are the party of taxpayers. We will vote for every tax cut always and everywhere. We love taxpayers and...

Carney says more movement on tariffs needed before CUSMA talks start

Carney says more movement on tariffs needed before CUSMA talks start

Prime minister thinks Trump beginning to get the hint about Canadian sovereignty. Prime Minister Mark Carney says more progress needs to be made on resolving the tariff issue with the United States before renegotiations of the North American trade deal begin. In an exclusive interview with CBC's Power & Politics on Tuesday, Carney said "fairly intensive discussions" with the U.S...

Parliament is returning after nearly 6 months away — and will look different than usual

Parliament is returning after nearly 6 months away — and will look different than usual

First order of business will be to elect a Speaker before King Charles presents the throne speech. Parliament will return on Monday after more than six months and will feel a little different than usual thanks to some unusual circumstances. Each parliamentary session typically opens with some routine proceedings, which include the election of a Speaker of the House of...

'Totally unacceptable' that IDF fired shots near Canadians, Carney says

'Totally unacceptable' that IDF fired shots near Canadians, Carney says

Ottawa expects 'full investigation,' prime minister says. Prime Minister Mark Carney says it's "totally unacceptable" that members of the Israeli army fired shots near a diplomatic delegation, which included Canadians, in the West Bank on Wednesday. The federal government confirmed Wednesday that four Canadian personnel were part of a tour in the city of Jenin when members of the Israel...

The Liberals aren't tabling a budget. How does that affect the economy — and your wallet?

The Liberals aren't tabling a budget. How does that affect the economy — and your wallet?

Economist says lack of budget could slow down promised stimulus. The recently re-elected Liberal government isn't planning to release a budget this year, opting instead for an economic statement later this fall. But experts warn that not providing a fiscal snapshot could erode economic confidence and delay the government's agenda.

Scheer doesn't seem keen to move into Stornoway, but says talks are 'ongoing'

Scheer doesn't seem keen to move into Stornoway, but says talks are 'ongoing'

Newly minted interim Opposition leader Andrew Scheer says talks are "ongoing" about the current Stornoway conundrum — but he doesn't sound eager to move into the official residence. The Saskatchewan MP was chosen to temporarily take over Pierre Poilievre's parliamentary duties as the Conservative leader seeks to reclaim a seat in the House of Commons. Poilievre lost his long-held Ontario...

Liberal minority back up to 169 after Elections Canada validates close Ontario race

Liberal minority back up to 169 after Elections Canada validates close Ontario race

Revised result close enough to be subject to automatic recount. Elections Canada's validation process has revealed a second closely contested riding's winner has changed after Monday's preliminary result — this time from the Conservatives to the Liberals. The unofficial results posted on election night showed that Conservative Parm Gill had won the redrawn riding of Milton East-Halton Hills South by 298 votes.

Conservative MP open to speaking with friend JD Vance if Liberals ask for help

Conservative MP open to speaking with friend JD Vance if Liberals ask for help

Conservative MP Jamil Jivani — who is also a friend of U.S. Vice-President JD Vance — says he's open to helping the government during negotiations with the U.S. administration if the Liberals ask. Since U.S. President Donald Trump's inauguration, Jivani has been fairly muted about his close friendship with Vance.

Liberals lose closely contested seat to Bloc Québécois after vote validation

Liberals lose closely contested seat to Bloc Québécois after vote validation

The Liberals have dropped one seat after Elections Canada's validation process determined they lost a tightly contested Quebec riding. Terrebonne, just north of Montreal, was one of the last ridings to be called on Tuesday afternoon. The final vote count had the Liberals flip the seat from the Bloc Québécois by 35 votes.

These big-name MPs won't be returning to Parliament after Monday's vote

These big-name MPs won't be returning to Parliament after Monday's vote

Poilievre, Singh are most notable losses, but other familiar faces won't be back.

Nova Scotia premier blasts Bloc leader for calling Canada 'artificial country'

Nova Scotia premier blasts Bloc leader for calling Canada 'artificial country'

Houston says Blanchet should take more pride in Canada 'or step aside.' Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is stepping into the federal fray, blasting the leader of the Bloc Québécois for calling Canada an "artificial country." At a campaign stop earlier this week, Yves-François Blanchet said he felt like he was a member of a "foreign parliament." When asked about...

Election campaign, debates will give voters something to chew on this long weekend

Election campaign, debates will give voters something to chew on this long weekend

As voters enjoy a holiday meal with family and friends this long weekend, they might also be digesting the leadership debates — and the election campaign writ large. Holidays in the middle of a campaign aren't new. Canada's fixed date election rules means the vote usually takes place in October after the Thanksgiving weekend. But the spring snap election call...

Greens held back some candidates despite giving full slate to debates commission - Party needed candidates for 90% of ridings to qualify for leaders' debates

Greens held back some candidates despite giving full slate to debates commission - Party needed candidates for 90% of ridings to qualify for leaders' debates

The Green Party says it deliberately didn't run candidates in some ridings, even though the party submitted a full slate of potential candidates to the commission responsible for organizing the leadership debates.

Debates commission defends inviting Greens despite party's candidate shortage

Debates commission defends inviting Greens despite party's candidate shortage

Party provided full list of candidates to commission, but only about 2/3 are registered to run. Canada's Leaders' Debates Commission is defending its decision to invite Green Party co–leader Jonathan Pedneault to this week's debates, even though the party is well short of a full slate of candidates.

Poilievre digs at Carney's 'banker's haircut,' Liberal says his rival hasn't managed a crisis

Poilievre digs at Carney's 'banker's haircut,' Liberal says his rival hasn't managed a crisis

Conservative leader's swipes at main opponent get personal on Day 17 of campaign. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's criticisms of Mark Carney got personal on Tuesday, while the Liberal leader hit back at Poilievre's political career. Poilievre's past swipes at his main political opponent include criticisms that Carney is no different than his predecessor Justin Trudeau and that the Liberal leader...

Longest ballot protest targets Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's riding

Longest ballot protest targets Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's riding

Group said it also intended to overload ballot in Carney's riding, but ran out of time. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre will be facing more opponents than ever in his eighth federal campaign, thanks to dozens of protest candidates running in his riding. Nearly 80 candidates registered to run in the Ottawa-area riding of Carleton, where Poilievre has been the MP...

Trump going ahead with 25% tariffs on autos

Trump going ahead with 25% tariffs on autos

U.S. President Donald Trump is dealing another tariff blow to Canada, signing an executive order on Wednesday that will hit all non-U.S.-made autos with hefty import levies. Trump said the United States will be applying a 25 per cent tariff on those imports, but it's not clear when they would apply. The president said the auto tariffs will kick in...

Has the rise of Carney's Liberals sunk this upstart centrist party?

Has the rise of Carney's Liberals sunk this upstart centrist party?

The Canadian Future Party bills itself as a place for voters disillusioned by Liberals and Conservatives. Dominic Cardy, leader of the upstart Canadian Future Party, is under no illusions that he will be prime minister after Canadians cast their vote next month. "This party just started and what we really want to do in this race is to raise the...

Elections Canada has been in touch with social media platforms about election misinformation

Elections Canada has been in touch with social media platforms about election misinformation

The head of Elections Canada says he has been in touch with social media platforms in an effort to address concerns about misinformation as Canada wades into an election campaign. Chief Electoral Officer Stephane Perrault told reporters on Monday that he has reached out to social media sites such as X and TikTok to "seek their support to making this...

Canadian senator challenges Donald Trump Jr. to a boxing match

Canadian senator challenges Donald Trump Jr. to a boxing match

Challenge comes as tariff chaos continues. Sen. Patrick Brazeau wants to punch Donald Trump in the face. Not the U.S. president, but his son, Donald Trump Jr. The Quebec senator took to social media on Thursday to challenge the younger Trump to a charity boxing match.

Trudeau voices support for Ukraine following tense Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

Trudeau voices support for Ukraine following tense Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau voiced support for Ukraine after a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy went completely off the rails. Trump and Vice-President JD Vance berated Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday as the leaders met to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, access to the country's critical minerals and a potential ceasefire with...

Trump says Gretzky supports Canada remaining an independent country

Trump says Gretzky supports Canada remaining an independent country

U.S. President Donald Trump is voicing his support for hockey legend Wayne Gretzky while suggesting the former NHLer isn't keen on the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state. Gretzky has drawn the ire of some Canadians in recent weeks due to his affiliation with Trump, who has threatened Canada with steep tariffs and talked about making the country the...

Federal polls showing a rare, rapid shift — but unclear if numbers will hold

Federal polls showing a rare, rapid shift — but unclear if numbers will hold

Latest surveys suggest a tightening race between Liberals and Conservatives. Recent federal polls have shown a dramatic shift in Canadians' voting preferences, but analysts say there is no guarantee it's a lasting trend. CBC's Poll Tracker has clocked a massive Conservative lead for the better part of the last two years. But survey results from the past few weeks suggest...

Liberal leadership hopefuls pitch themselves as best person to take on Trump

Liberal leadership hopefuls pitch themselves as best person to take on Trump

The four candidates vying to be the next Liberal leader and prime minister pitched themselves to supporters as the best person to handle relations with U.S. President Donald Trump. Canada-U.S. relations was the first topic of discussion as the contenders to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau squared off in the Liberal Party's French-language debate. Monday's showdown came just hours after...

The political backdrop of 4 Nations tournament was hard to ignore

The political backdrop of 4 Nations tournament was hard to ignore

There was no shortage of storylines during the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off — but when the league announced the international competition last year, it likely didn't anticipate that politics would take centre ice. Heading into the final game, Canada's head coach Jon Cooper acknowledged the political backdrop but downplayed its significance.

Trudeau says Ukraine must be included in negotiations after exclusion from U.S.-Russia talks

Trudeau says Ukraine must be included in negotiations after exclusion from U.S.-Russia talks

'Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine,' the prime minister said. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says it's essential that Ukraine be included in peace negotiations after U.S. and Russian officials met to start discussing a possible end to the war in eastern Europe. "It's a fundamental principle for Canada, and for the vast majority of our allies, that nothing about Ukraine without...

Feds seeking $1.6M from IT subcontractor for 'unjust enrichment'

Feds seeking $1.6M from IT subcontractor for 'unjust enrichment'

The federal government is suing an IT subcontractor and companies that employed him over questionable billing practices. The government is seeking $1.6 million from the Ottawa-based IT professional for "unjust enrichment," according to court documents filed last Friday. They allege that the contractor billed the civil service for hours he didn't actually work.

Premiers have 'constructive' meeting at White House as they lobby against tariffs

Premiers have 'constructive' meeting at White House as they lobby against tariffs

B.C.'s Eby says premiers were urged to take Trump at his word. A team of Canada's premiers met with senior White House officials on Wednesday as they continue to make the case against tariffs on Canadian goods. "It was a good conversation. I thought it was constructive," B.C. Premier David Eby told reporters outside the White House on Wednesday evening...

Canada holds its breath, waits to see details of Trump's promised tariffs

Canada holds its breath, waits to see details of Trump's promised tariffs

Trump pegged Feb. 1 as the day he would slap heavy tariffs on Canadian goods. Canadians are waiting to see details on the promised U.S. tariffs that could cripple the Canadian economy. U.S. President Donald Trump has for months been threatening to slap tariffs on Canada and pegged Feb. 1 as the day they would come. He indicated on Friday...

Canada launches fentanyl crackdown to convince Trump tariffs aren't necessary

Canada launches fentanyl crackdown to convince Trump tariffs aren't necessary

Trump's choice for commerce secretary said Feb. 1 threat is about border concerns. Days before tariffs that have the potential to cripple Canada's economy are expected to come into effect, Canadian politicians are pushing the message that the country is cracking down on one of U.S. President Donald Trump's main concerns.

Trump's endgame still unclear as tariff date nears, minister says

Trump's endgame still unclear as tariff date nears, minister says

Days before tariffs that have the potential to cripple Canada's economy are expected to come into effect, the country's political leaders are still in the dark about what exactly U.S. President Donald Trump will do.

Poilievre rejects terms of CSIS foreign interference briefing

Poilievre rejects terms of CSIS foreign interference briefing

Spy agency said in December it would give Conservative leader briefing without him needing security clearance. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is rejecting the terms of a briefing from Canada's spy agency regarding foreign interference because it won't enable him to act on the information, his office says. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) said in December that it was looking...

Someone ordered a limo to Carney's leadership launch — but the company doesn't know who

Someone ordered a limo to Carney's leadership launch — but the company doesn't know who

An Edmonton limousine service says someone called for one of its cars to show up at the community centre where Mark Carney launched his bid for the Liberal leadership on Thursday — but the person didn't leave a name and never showed. The former Bank of Canada governor officially announced his candidacy to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the...

Liberal leadership hopeful Clark denies former Conservative ties — despite past comments

Liberal leadership hopeful Clark denies former Conservative ties — despite past comments

Former B.C. premier also says she would scrap federal carbon tax if she wins the leadership. Former B.C. premier Christy Clark — who is considering running for the federal Liberal leadership — is denying that she was previously a member of Conservative Party, despite past comments where she said otherwise. Clark publicly endorsed Jean Charest in the Conservative leadership race...

Liberal MP vying to be next prime minister dismisses importance of French language

Liberal MP vying to be next prime minister dismisses importance of French language

Ottawa MP Chandra Arya — who announced on Thursday that he would be running to replace Justin Trudeau as the next Liberal leader and prime minister — says he doesn't speak French and doesn't believe it will matter to French-speaking Canadians. During an interview on CBC News Network's Power & Politics on Thursday, host David Cochrane asked Arya about his French ability.

Trudeau says abandoning electoral reform is his biggest regret. Here's how it happened

Trudeau says abandoning electoral reform is his biggest regret. Here's how it happened

While taking questions after announcing he would be stepping down as prime minister on Monday, Justin Trudeau was asked to give an example of a regret he had from his time in office. The prime minister conceded that he could probably think of "many regrets," but he listed one in particular — not moving forward on electoral reform. "If I...

Trudeau inviting premiers to Ottawa as Trump inauguration looms

Trudeau inviting premiers to Ottawa as Trump inauguration looms

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is inviting provincial and territorial premiers to Ottawa next Wednesday to discuss Canada-U.S. relations. The invitation follows a request for a first ministers' meeting from Ontario Premier Doug Ford on Monday. "It has never been more important that Canada demonstrate stability, strength and unity," Ford wrote in his letter, adding that Ottawa should be regularly engaging...

Feds promised to test a new 'automatic' tax filing service — but recycled an old program

Feds promised to test a new 'automatic' tax filing service — but recycled an old program

The federal government promised to "pilot a new automatic [tax] filing service" in 2024 to help get benefits to low- and fixed-income Canadians — but ended up recycling a program from the year before that saw little uptake. Thousands of low-income Canadians are missing out on government benefits because they don't file a tax return each year. The parliamentary budget...

Poilievre says House should be recalled as NDP vows to vote down Liberal government

Poilievre says House should be recalled as NDP vows to vote down Liberal government

'The Liberals don't deserve another chance,' NDP leader says in letter. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the House of Commons should be recalled now that NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is vowing to bring forward a motion of non-confidence to take down the Liberal government. "The Liberals don't deserve another chance," Singh wrote in an open letter on Friday. "That's why...

'This news has hit me really hard': Politicians react to Chrystia Freeland's surprise resignation

'This news has hit me really hard': Politicians react to Chrystia Freeland's surprise resignation

Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation from cabinet has sent shock waves through Ottawa on Monday. "Chrystia Freeland is a good friend, someone I work with very closely … this news has hit me really hard," Transport Minister and Treasury Board President Anita Anand said on her way into a cabinet meeting.

Trudeau presents premiers with plan to address Trump's border concerns as tariff threat looms

Trudeau presents premiers with plan to address Trump's border concerns as tariff threat looms

Premier Ford says Ottawa’s plan is a ‘good start’ but Canada needs to ‘be ready to fight.’ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Canada's premiers on Wednesday to discuss Ottawa's plan to address U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's concerns about the Canada-U.S. border. This is the second time Trudeau has met with premiers since Trump threatened to hit Canada with steep...

Government misses deadline to seal cannabis possession records for thousands of Canadians

Government misses deadline to seal cannabis possession records for thousands of Canadians

The government has missed a legislated deadline to fully implement a program that was pitched as a way to help Canadians with cannabis possession records avoid jumping through hoops to obtain formal pardons. Even though recreational cannabis has been legal in Canada since 2018, having a record for cannabis possession can prevent a person from getting a job or travelling...

Former Conservative leadership candidate Patrick Brown to appear at committee probing foreign interference

Former Conservative leadership candidate Patrick Brown to appear at committee probing foreign interference

Radio-Canada reported that agents of Indian government interfered in Brown's 2022 Conservative leadership bid. Former Conservative leadership candidate Patrick Brown says he will appear before a House committee looking into foreign interference. The House of Commons standing committee on public safety and national security is looking into allegations that agents of the Government of India have engaged in electoral interference...

So how did Trudeau and Trump's dinner meeting go? Here's what we know

So how did Trudeau and Trump's dinner meeting go? Here's what we know

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelled to Palm Beach, Fla., to attend a dinner Friday night with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump. The visit comes amid Trump's threats to impose steep tariffs on Canadian products entering the United States. Trudeau's plane landed earlier in the evening at Palm Beach International Airport, which is used by Trump when he travels to his Mar-a-Lago...

Trudeau says NDP turning its back on workers by stalling $250 rebate cheques

Trudeau says NDP turning its back on workers by stalling $250 rebate cheques

NDP says the rebate cheques should be expanded to include seniors, Canadians with disabilities. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the NDP is turning its back on workers for holding up a promised $250 rebate the Liberals promised to send to millions of Canadians. Last week, Trudeau announced a multi-billion-dollar affordability package that includes a proposed two-month GST holiday on some...