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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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’…
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…
Trudeau government will give foreign caregivers permanent residence in Canada
The Liberal government is set to announce two new pathways that would give…
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 says Benjamin Netanyahu is blocking two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…
Liberals, NDP blast Conservatives for missing bulk of parliamentary trip studying drug crisis
The Liberals and New Democrats are slamming the federal Conservatives for…
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…
China’s alleged targeting of Michael Chong is contempt of Parliament: report
A House of Commons committee has ruled that an “intimidation campaign”…
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…
Justin Trudeau's caucus divided over vote to recognize Palestinian statehood
Political tensions were high on Parliament Hill Monday as weekend talks to adapt…
'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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
‘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…
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…