Despite challenging first two years, Canada’s special rep on Islamophobia is undaunted
A lot has changed—globally and domestically—in the two years since Amira Elghawaby stepped into the role of special representative on...
Laura Ryckewaert
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Cost estimate for construction of new Hill tunnel network jumps to $200M
Although still in the planning process, the estimated price tag for construction of a new parliamentary tunnel network to connect...
Attitudes on use of notwithstanding clause have changed, and Senate’s approach should, too: Senator Harder
Spurred on by use of the controversial clause in recent years, Ontario PSG Senator Peter Harder says his motion to...
Senate bill tackling forced sterilization overhauled, advanced after advocate disquiet
ISG Senator Yvonne Boyer’s bill to combat forced or coerced sterilizations in Canada is headed for third reading in the...
Ready to rumble: ‘We are going to fight for Canadians,’ says Liberal House Leader Gould
The upcoming fall sitting marks the beginning of the final stretch of this Parliament, and with a slate of bills...
Plug pulled on some virtual committee witnesses due to headset rules, prompting call for more consistency
Strict rules requiring the use of an approved microphone headset to participate virtually in House and Senate proceedings are posing...
MPs look to legislate progress on TRC calls to action, harsher sentences for assaulting health-care workers
There are more than 30 private members’ bills currently on Parliament’s horizon at various stages before the House and Senate...