NDP MP cautioned for wearing pin supporting Palestinians in the House of Commons
A New Democrat MP was warned Monday that her decision to don a watermelon pin — a symbol of the...
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Pierre Poilievre vows to blacklist CTV journalists after he was misrepresented in broadcast
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on Tuesday vowed to blacklist all journalists belonging to one of the country’s largest news networks...
Why the stakes are the highest they’ve ever been for Jagmeet Singh: ‘The moment that makes or breaks his political career’
Inside the world of Jagmeet Singh, things are looking pretty swell. The NDP leader prematurely withdrew from his increasingly perilous...
These byelections could be a referendum on Justin Trudeau and his rivals. Here’s what you need to know
A pair of byelections on Monday are poised to serve as a referendum on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau — and...
Here’s where Justin Trudeau, Pierre Poilievre and Jagmeet Singh travelled this summer — and what that says about their priorities
An incumbent facing tough questions. A governing partner who exited an alliance with him. And everyone’s firebrand rival. The stakes...
‘You cannot take us for granted’: Muslim voters mobilize as Jagmeet Singh’s polarizing Gaza stance will get tested in this byelection
The front window of the NDP’s campaign office in LaSalle—Émard—Verdun features a small selection of flags. Some represent countries, like...
Jagmeet Singh won’t say whether he’ll help topple ‘selfish’ Justin Trudeau’s government
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is refusing to say whether he will trigger the downfall of Justin Trudeau’s minority government at...
These Canadians don’t care much about politics. Here’s why a growing number feel democracy isn’t working for them
On the face of it, Ahnaf Zahin and Taylor Stuart don’t have much in common. Zahin, who arrived in Canada...
‘Extremely bad news’: Canadians are encountering fewer legitimate news sources on social media, study finds
Meta launched its Canadian news ban one year ago today — and a new report offers a bleak picture of...
With no sign of Justin Trudeau leaving, some Liberal MPs want major changes in his cabinet: ‘Clearly, what’s happening is not working’
Last week’s tiny cabinet change did nothing to appease those in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s caucus who think a broader...
Pierre Poilievre worries about threats against his family — but says there’s no need to tone down political criticism
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he is concerned about threats against his family and at one point sought increased security...
Justin Trudeau claims Pierre Poilievre built just six affordable homes when he was housing minister. Here’s what actually happened
When it comes to housing, finding it — and affording it — is one of the most pressing issues facing...
Justin Trudeau personally reaches out to Liberal MPs amid pressure on him to step down
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been working the phones to tamp down any caucus discontent, as his team convened a...
New Divorce Party? Naheed Nenshi’s to-do list as Alberta’s new NDP leader includes breaking up with Jagmeet Singh’s federal party
In some ways, the relationship between the NDP’s Jagmeet Singh and newly elected Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi is starting...
Dental groups reject Liberal claim that Conservatives are fuelling opposition to new plan — instead claiming it’s Ottawa spreading misinformation
The heads of several dental groups are rejecting a Liberal minister’s framing that the federal Conservatives are to blame for...
The Liberals and Conservatives are fighting over CBC’s NHL playoffs coverage. Here’s what’s actually going on
It’s an inevitability that is perhaps even more certain than the Edmonton Oilers’ fate against the Florida Panthers: when it...
These two party leaders say they’ll consider naming the MPs accused of aiding foreign governments
It’s possible that the clearest path to identifying the unknown MPs a recent report alleges covertly worked with foreign governments...
Trudeau government will give foreign caregivers permanent residence in Canada
The Liberal government is set to announce two new pathways that would give caregivers from abroad permanent residence upon arriving...
Reality check: Pierre Poilievre says Justin Trudeau legalized hard drugs in British Columbia. Is that true?
You’ve probably heard him say it: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre claims Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government “legalized hard drugs” in British...
Justin Trudeau says Benjamin Netanyahu is blocking two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of impeding progress toward a two-state solution between Israel...
Liberals, NDP blast Conservatives for missing bulk of parliamentary trip studying drug crisis
The Liberals and New Democrats are slamming the federal Conservatives for failing to show up for most of a cross-country...
New federal ridings will create big changes in the GTA. Here’s where the drama will be
It’s something every federal party knows: the GTA is one of the most seat-rich parts of Canada, and if you...
China’s alleged targeting of Michael Chong is contempt of Parliament: report
A House of Commons committee has ruled that an “intimidation campaign” targeting Ontario MP Michael Chong “unequivocally” constitutes a contempt...
Liberals’ elections law reforms could yield generous pensions for dozens of MPs
Proposed changes to Canada’s election law could see the country’s next federal contest pushed back by one week — meaning...
Justin Trudeau's caucus divided over vote to recognize Palestinian statehood
Political tensions were high on Parliament Hill Monday as weekend talks to adapt a controversial NDP resolution to recognize Palestinian...
'Government gone overboard': Experts concerned by Ottawa's attempts to rein in hate speech
Some of the Liberal government’s proposed efforts to crack down on hate speech and hateful conduct has some experts wondering...
NDP insiders say pharmacare battle was the closest they've ever come to abandoning Justin Trudeau's Liberals
It was January, and it was the closest the New Democrats had ever come to ditching the deal that keeps...
Justin Trudeau claims eight out of 10 Canadian households get more back from rebates than they pay in carbon pricing. Is that true?
In the lead-up to the next federal election, the Star is taking a look at the leaders of Canada’s major...
Pierre Poilievre claims 40 offenders were arrested 6,000 times in Vancouver in a year. Is that actually true?
In the lead-up to the next federal election, the Star is taking a look at the leaders of Canada’s major...
Jagmeet Singh on his new baby's name and why he regrets biking with Doug Ford: 5 things we learned at TMU’s Democracy Forum
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh made his second appearance at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Democracy Forum on Friday, speaking to Star columnist...
Justin Trudeau and his Liberals hit new lows in support, poll suggests
At the dawn of a new year that could see the federal Conservatives continue to outpace the slumping Liberals, fresh...
Canada is fighting to get Honda's massive EV expansion. Here's why it's a tough sell
Are the days of multibillion-dollar government subsidies over in Canada for international automakers making the hot new thing — electric...
Inside the world of Parliament Hill's head chef — and why he's been quietly shrinking portion sizes for MPs
There are two things you’ll never, ever find in Judson Simpson’s kitchen. One is parsnips. The other is politics...
She fought off online attacks as the face of Canada's COVID-19 response. Now, Theresa Tam reveals just what kind of toll that took on her
Asked whether she’s ever had COVID-19 or lost someone to the virus, it takes Dr. Theresa Tam a couple of...
Pierre Poilievre claims Justin Trudeau’s Liberals are imposing a carbon tax on Ukraine. Here’s what’s really happening
An effort to modernize Canada’s free trade deal with Ukraine has handed Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre his latest line of...
Jagmeet Singh’s NDP are taking votes away from Justin Trudeau — but are losing some support to Pierre Poilievre, poll finds
When New Democrats convene in Hamilton this week for their national policy convention, party faithful will be marking a bevy...
‘Maybe this is not the time’: Jagmeet Singh’s NDP prepares for ‘difficult’ debate
The federal NDP is preparing for a national convention that could see the long-standing Israeli-Palestinian conflict overshadow the party’s first...
Google just got even more unhappy with the Trudeau government — and closer to wiping Canadian news from its search results
Google says the draft plan to implement Ottawa’s fraught online news law worsens rather than calms its concerns about the...