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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says arbitration call was needed in railway lockoutPrime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Winnipeg today and defended his government’s move to call for binding arbitration and force an end to a work stoppage at the country’s two major railways.Aug 28
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Trudeau’s Liberals suffer another blow as Bloc wins Montreal byelectionPrime Minister Justin Trudeau has suffered another devastating byelection blow with the loss of a second Liberal stronghold, this one to the Bloc Québécois in LaSalle—Émard—Verdun. Mackenzie Gray reports.PoliticsSep 17
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Global News at 5:30 Montreal Sept. 17Voters in Montreal byelection send strong message to Justin Trudeau, Montreal’s latest efforts to prevent flooding, and the MUHC and Ottawa seek to dismiss brainwashing lawsuit.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Sep 17
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits Montreal as questions swirl about his leadership of the Liberal PartyPrime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Montreal on Wednesday committing millions of dollars to build new community centres. But his political future and the hopes of liberal candidates in upcoming byelections are being put to the test. Last month the party lost a stronghold in a Downtown Toronto byelection, and as Tim Sargeant reports, some...Jul 3
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As Air Canada strike looms, Trudeau says he won’t ‘put thumb on the scale’Speaking in Montreal on Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the onus is on Air Canada and the pilots’ union to reach a deal to avoid a strike or lockout, saying he would not “put my thumb on the scale.”CanadaSep 13
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Canada ‘fully supports’ Ukraine striking Russia with long-range missiles: TrudeauPrime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday that his government “fully supports” Ukraine using long-range missiles to strike deep inside Russia, as that country’s invasion of Ukraine continues. Trudeau said Russia could end the war “tomorrow” if it chooses.WorldSep 13
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Federal Byelection ResultsThe results of two federal byelections are in – with the Liberals losing a stronghold and NDP holding on to a Manitoba riding. Mackenzie Grey joins Miranda Anthistle with more on what the results could mean for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the country’s political landscape.Global News Morning TorontoSep 17
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‘Liberals are done’: Poilievre, Singh blast Trudeau party after byelection lossConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh grilled members of the Liberal Party during question period on Tuesday, after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s political party suffered the loss of a second Liberal stronghold in a Montreal byelection. “Canadians in the former Liberal strongholds of Toronto and Montreal have now given their verdict,” Poilievre...CanadaSep 17
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NDP faces challenges after pulling support for Trudeau, LiberalsWhile the federal NDP has ended its deal to prop up Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority government, it’s unclear if or when the party will try to trigger an early election. Touria Izri looks at the challenges the NDP faces as it tries to reposition itself to win over voters.Global NationalSep 10
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Byelections to test Liberal, NDP strongholds in Montreal, WinnipegVoters head to the polls in two federal byelections on Monday —In Montreal, a Liberal stronghold is under threat in a tight three-way race seen as another test to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s leadership. But in Winnipeg it’s the NDP that has a lot to lose as the Conservative tries to make gains. Katherine Dornian...CanadaSep 14
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Trudeau government could face confidence vote next week after another byelection blowPrime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals have been defeated in two byelections. The longtime Liberal riding of LaSalle-Émard-Verdun in Montreal was lost to the Bloc Québécois, while the NDP kept the Winnipeg riding of Elmwood-Transcona. Mackenzie Gray explains why this still might not be enough to trigger an early election, and Mercedes Stephenson reports on how...Global NationalSep 17
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Trudeau says Singh caved to political pressure on carbon pricingPrime Minister Justin Trudeau is accusing NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh of caving to political pressure from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre over the Liberals’ carbon price. His comments come as Singh indicated he might oppose the carbon price, stating that “big polluters” must pay their fair share.CanadaSep 13
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‘There’s more work to do’: Trudeau reacts after Liberal stronghold lost in Montreal byelectionPrime Minister Justin Trudeau reacted Monday after suffering another devastating byelection blow, with the loss of LaSalle-Émard—Verdun to the Bloc Québécois. “There’s more work to do,” Trudeau said, while adding that people need to “understand what’s at stake” in the upcoming election. He said it “would have been nicer” to hold the former Liberal stronghold.CanadaSep 17
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Exclusive one-on-one with the Deputy Conservative LeaderThe fall session of parliament kicks off next week and it promises to be contentious. We ask Deputy Conservative Leader Melissa Lantsman about what her party hopes to accomplish and how. This, as the Conservatives have fighting words for the NDP, the NDP just divorced from the Liberal party, and Justin Trudeau’s government is hanging...The West BlockSep 14
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‘Justinflation tagline works now better than ever’: Trudeau, Poilievre clash on carbon pricingIn the Canadian government’s third day back in Parliament, much of Wednesday’s Question Period session saw Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre butting heads over the Liberal carbon pricing initiative. “The Justinflation tagline works now better now than ever,” Poilievre quipped during his remarks.CanadaSep 18
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Bloc Québécois byelection win in Montreal prompts mixed reactionsThere are mixed emotions in southwestern Montreal after the Bloc Québécois won the federal byelection in LaSalle—Émard—Verdun. The Liberal stronghold fell to the separatist party in a crushing defeat for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. As Global’s Dan Spector reports, while some residents are declaring victory, others say they fear for the future.CanadaSep 17
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NDP MP calls Trudeau ‘radioactive’ ahead of caucus retreatAhead of a caucus retreat in Montreal, NDP MP Alistair MacGregor, who represents the Vancouver Island riding of Cowichan—Malahat—Langford, said that he was glad leader Jagmeet Singh put distance between their party and the Liberals with the end of a supply-and-confidence deal. ‘Justin Trudeau’s name is very radioactive in my parts of the country,’ he...CanadaSep 10
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‘Turned tail and ran’: Trudeau calls out NDP on 1st day back in parliamentConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre kicked off parliament’s return on Monday by calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to “axe the tax,” while Trudeau defended the carbon pricing scheme as necessary for climate response and rebates. Trudeau also took aim at the NDP, accusing the party of trying “to save themselves” after NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh...CanadaSep 16
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Blanchet says Singh provided ‘momentum’ for the Bloc in Montreal byelection by deciding to ‘ask for a divorce’ from TrudeauSpeaking to reporters on Tuesday, Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet recounted his night and how he learned of the party’s win in the byelection in the Montreal-area riding of LaSalle-Émard—Verdun. Blanchet also said NDP leader Jagmeet Singh would have to “face” the fact that his decision to “ask for a divorce” from Prime Minister Justin...CanadaSep 17
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Mark Carney joins Liberals as special advisor to TrudeauFormer Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney is taking on a new role as chair of a Liberal Party task force, advising Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on economic growth. David Akin looks at Carney’s resume, how the Conservatives are criticizing his appointment, and whether the move may be an early sign of a potential Liberal...Global NationalSep 9