Trudeau discusses wildfires, Middle East in B.C. visit
The Prime Minister is scheduled to meet with local first responders and officials.
Canada
May 10
Reducing temporary visas may include offering permanent residency: Miller
Immigration Minister Marc Miller met with his provincial and territorial counterparts for the first time since he announced limits on new temporary residents.
Canada
May 10
Danielle Smith says carbon pricing policy has changed since her past comments about benefits
Smith says if Trudeau needs to point to a comment she made three years ago, that means he can't defend his current stance.
Politics
Apr 5
Former Ford staffer cuts ties with town after lobbying plan used to ‘embarrass’ government
The town of Brighton, Ont., had planned to hire Atlas Strategic Advisors to help it lobby for help with upgrades to its water treatment facility worth tens of millions of dollars.
Canada
May 10
Nova Scotia drafting plan to fill gaps in services for people with autism
Among other things, the plan is said to identify existing services and initiatives for children, youth and adults on the autism spectrum and their families throughout Nova Scotia.
Canada
May 15
Nova Scotia to keep requirement for motor vehicle safety inspections following review
Vehicle inspections for cars cost $29.15 and are required every two years, although newly purchased vehicles from licensed dealers are given three years for an inspection renewal.
Canada
May 2
Federal minister’s ties to lobbyist raise ethical concerns
The lobbyist met with high-ranking ministry staffers across federal departments, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's office and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Investigations
Apr 30
Slovakia’s prime minister Robert Fico shot and in hospital
Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot on Tuesday after leaving a meeting with supporters, according to politicians and local media reports.
World
May 15
Alberta municipalities say Bill 20 could cost tens of thousands to implement
At least two rural municipalities are raising concerns about the cost to implement the Alberta government’s Bill 20, saying it could be in the tens of thousands of dollars.
Canada
May 13
‘Conscience is clear’: N.B. tourism minister, deputy expense $22,500 for Euro trip
New Brunswick's tourism minister has faced criticism from Opposition members who have questioned the benefits of a weeklong trip to Europe that cost the province more than $22,500.
Politics
Apr 25
Sask. NDP wants education minister to quit over comments to mother whose child died
The call comes after Taya Thomas had a private meeting with Jeremy Cockrill to discuss teachers wanting more supports for students with extra needs.
Canada
Apr 22
First Nations launch challenge of Site C dam
A group of First Nations has filed a lawsuit over a massive hydroelectric dam proposed in northeastern British Columbia, arguing the project would have a devastating impact on their traditional land.
Dec 31, 1969
Saskatchewan education minister apologizes for comment to mother whose daughter died
Jeremy Cockrill says he used a poor choice of words in the private meeting with Taya Thomas about teachers asking for more supports for students with extra needs.
Canada
Apr 18
Nova Scotia premier wants equal treatment for isthmus after feds buy Quebec bridge
Nova Scotia’s premier says the federal government’s criteria for funding important transportation links should be the same in every region of the country.
Canada
May 16
‘Can’t imagine a worse situation’: Turmoil, anger within N.B. Tories before election
New Brunswick's Progressive Conservatives are in turmoil, with some members feeling disappointed and angry ahead of the next provincial election, which must be held by the fall.
Politics
May 13
‘Any chance of a call?’: Inside Ford government’s lurch to cancel Peel Region split
New texts and emails paint a picture of the disorganization inside Ontario's decision to backtrack on its promise to dissolve Peel Region and show how its experts were sidelined.
Politics
May 8
Weak oversight of N.S. youth homes increases risk of improper child care: auditor
Nova Scotia's auditor general says vulnerable children are at risk of receiving inadequate care due to weak oversight within the province's temporary care and youth home network.
Canada
May 7
Ontario First Nations denied equal access to justice, lawsuit alleges
A political organization representing Ontario First Nations has launched a constitutional challenge against the province and the government of Canada.
Canada
May 7
Honda to build electric vehicles and battery plant in Ontario, sources say
Honda Canada is set to build an electric vehicle battery plant near its auto manufacturing facility in Alliston, Ont., where it also plans to produce fully electric vehicles.
Canada
Apr 22
After First Nation residents sickened, feds order companies to tackle benzene
Canada's Environment Minister is ordering all petrochemical companies operating in Sarnia, Ont., to take steps to control leaks of the cancer-causing chemical benzene
Environment
May 17