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Progressive Conservatives, NDP hold on to their seats in Ontario byelectionsThe Progressive Conservatives and the Opposition New Democrats held on to their seats in three byelections last night. Nelson Wiseman, Professor Emeritus for Political Science at the University of Toronto, joins our Jaden Lee-Lincoln to discuss the results of the province’s byelections.Global News MorningSep 4
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Manitoba PCs propose dedicated Crown unit for property crimeManitoba’s Opposition Progressive Conservative party is proposing a new Crown prosecutions division dedicated to prosecuting property crimes.PoliticsOct 7
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Manitoba Tories choose interim leader Konrad Narth after Khan quitsThe new interim leader of Manitoba’s Opposition Progressive Conservatives says his party has work to do but remains united. Marney Blunt reports on the PC political drama.PoliticsSep 29
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Manitoba PC Leader Obby Khan steps down, cites internal fighting in partyThe leader of Manitoba’s Opposition not only quit the top job Monday, he quit the entire Progressive Conservative caucus, leaving it in disarray on the eve of a new sitting. Obby Khan fought back tears as he stood in his legislature office and said internal fighting and feuding had taken an intolerable toll. Khan said...CanadaSep 29
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Progressive Conservative caucus divided over Ontario hotel spending scandalThe fallout from the Queen’s Park expense scandal has sparked internal frustration within the Progressive Conservative caucus, with MPPs angered by Premier Doug Ford’s handling of the situation and the elimination of hotel perks they were previously instructed to use. Global’s Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello report.Global News at 6 TorontoJul 24
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Former Manitoba cabinet minister, city councillor Kevin Klein to enter mayoral raceFormer Progressive Conservative MLA and city councillor Kevin Klein says he will launch a second bid to become Winnipeg’s mayor.PoliticsSep 1
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Ford says he ‘doesn’t agree’ with Conservatives spending $3K to surveil Bonnie CrombiePremier Doug Ford responded Thursday to reports Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives spent $3,000 to surveil Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie while on a trip to Jamaica, saying he wasn’t aware until recently and that he “doesn’t approve” of the party’s actions.CanadaAug 13
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Global National: Aug. 13The danger e-scooter and e-bikes can pose to children, and what safety advocates say needs to be change. How B.C.’s wildfires are taking a heavy toll on the Okanagan’s economy. The claims the governing Ontario Progressive Conservatives followed a political opponent to Jamaica while she was on vacation. Plus, why StubHub failed to score a...Global NationalAug 13
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Liberals challenge Doug Ford to name person behind spying on Bonnie Crombie’s Jamaica vacationOntario Liberal MPP Stepanie Smyth, the party’s critic for ethics, integrity and accountability, reacted to news Thursday that the Progressive Conservative party spent $3,000 to have someone tail former Ontario Liberal party leader Bonnie Crombie to her vacation destination in Jamaica, just six days after she was selected leader. “He will do anything to stop...CanadaAug 13
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New Brunswick politician’s speech sparks viral reaction over apparent AI-generated linesA New Brunswick Progressive Conservative MLA has gone viral after appearing to read AI generated prompts during a speech in the provincial legislature. Bill Oliver’s remarks included phrases commonly associated with AI chatbots.CanadaJul 29
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Ford removes caucus chair after pension, private jet rowOntario Premier Doug Ford removed the chair of the Progressive Conservative caucus on Tuesday after sources say a heated confrontation occurred over the rollout of the MPP pension plan and the premier’s decision to buy a government jet. Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello explains.Global News at 6 TorontoJun 2
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Doug Ford’s Progressive Conservatives tumble in the polls after jet fiascoThe leaderless Ontario Liberals nudged in front of the Progressive Conservatives after a turbulent few weeks. David Valentin, of Liaison Strategies, explains why.PoliticsMay 2
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MLA Becky Druhan joins Liberals, says it’s to help party rebuildA former Progressive Conservative cabinet minister turned Independent MLA is joining the Nova Scotia Liberal Party. Becky Druhan is attributing the decision to her shared values with Liberal MLAs and her excitement to help the party re-build. As Ella Macdonald reports, the open party leader position for the Liberals is also a factor.Global News at 6 HalifaxMay 11
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Will private jet blunder, FOI changes haunt Doug Ford?It’s been a turbulent week for Ontario Premier Doug Ford. He bought and returned a jet within days, while his controversial changes to freedom of information laws also passed. The Focus Ontario panel weighs where it leaves the Progressive Conservatives.PoliticsApr 24
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How Carney is keen to seem tough on crimePrime Minister Mark Carney is vowing to do a better job fighting crime. Global News has uncovered polling commissioned by his office that shows Canadians are not impressed with the federal government’s progress on the issue. As David Akin explains, crime-fighting is one of the few issues where the Liberals lag behind the Conservatives.Global NationalApr 7
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Manitoba Tory Bob Lagasse leaves caucus, plans to sit as IndependentManitoba’s Opposition Progressive Conservatives lost a seat in the legislature Tuesday as three-term member Bob Lagasse announced he is leaving the Tory caucus to sit as an Independent.PoliticsMar 10
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Manitoba opposition party calls for public health inquiryThe opposition Progressive Conservatives in Manitoba are calling for a public health inquiry after two emergency room deaths last month. Wab Kinew’s NDP government was elected in 2023, largely on the promise to fix healthcare. But data shows Manitoba’s healthcare troubles are getting worse. Melissa Ridgen reports.CanadaFeb 8
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Ontario sets spending record on commercials that improve view of governmentThe Ford government set another record for public spending on commercials the auditor general believes mainly serve to improve perceptions of the Progressive Conservatives. Global News’ Isaac Callan reports.CanadaDec 6, 2025
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Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles visits Peterborough to talk Ontario rental prices, Bill 60, Doug FordOntario NDP leader Marit Stiles visited Peterborough on Friday (Nov. 21) for a renter’s roundtable with city officials. Stiles discussed her concerns regarding Bill 60, rental prices and the Doug Ford-led Progressive Conservative government. Madeleine McColl reports.PoliticsNov 23, 2025
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Manitoba bill to extend drug detention faces deadline as Opposition pushes for changeManitoba’s Opposition Progressive Conservatives say planned detention centres for people intoxicated on drugs such as methamphetamines should not be built close to schools, parks and personal care homes.PoliticsOct 28, 2025