Louis Blouin

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Mark Carney camp offers role to former Quebec premier Jean Charest: sources

Mark Carney camp offers role to former Quebec premier Jean Charest: sources

Charest has no plans to become a minister, sources say. Prime minister-designate Mark Carney's team has approached former Quebec premier Jean Charest to offer him a role, Radio-Canada is reporting.The nature of the position is unknown. But according to sources with knowledge of the discussion, Charest has no intention of becoming a minister.

Trudeau announces $37B in child care deals with 11 provinces and territories

Trudeau announces $37B in child care deals with 11 provinces and territories

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has signed agreements totalling almost $37 billion over five years with 11 provinces and territories that will extend the federal child care space program until 2031.With just days to go before he leaves office, Trudeau said Thursday that these deals will ensure the long-term viability of one of his government's flagship policies.

Canada bringing back visa requirements for Mexican nationals to curb asylum seekers

Canada bringing back visa requirements for Mexican nationals to curb asylum seekers

The federal government is reimposing some visa requirements on Mexican nationals visiting Canada, a senior government source tells Radio-Canada. The new rules will take effect on 11:30 p.m. ET on Thursday. Quebec Premier François Legault has been calling on the federal government to do more to slow the influx of asylum seekers into his province. Last week, he said Ottawa...

Senior Liberals believe Anthony Rota should step aside, Radio-Canada sources say

Senior Liberals believe Anthony Rota should step aside, Radio-Canada sources say

Multiple cabinet ministers say Anthony Rota's days as House of Commons Speaker are numbered, Radio-Canada has learned.