Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to boost trade with China, labeled a top security threat, faces scrutiny over delayed foreign interference safeguards. Can Canada balance economic needs with democratic security?
Adrienne Batra argues recent Conservative MPs defecting to the Liberals subverts the election result, denying a 'Carney majority' Canadians never chose. Share your view in the comments.
MP Michael Ma explains his dramatic defection from the Conservatives to the Liberals, stating his constituents are 'better served' by the move. Get the full story on this political shift.
A last-minute vote change at the Region of Waterloo council has ignited accusations of undermining democracy. Get the full story on the controversy and its implications for local governance.
Political analyst Raphaël Melançon argues for stricter rules on MPs and MNAs switching parties mid-term, citing recent defections that undermine voter trust. A proposed solution: resign and run in a byelection.
Green Party leader Elizabeth May hints at possible future support for the Liberal government in a key interview. Get the latest on the political dynamics in Ottawa.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
The Secretary of State for the CRA pushes back against the auditor general's report questioning tax data accuracy. Get the latest on this political dispute and its implications.
Quebec's Liberal public security critic calls for a parliamentary committee to investigate organized crime's grip on bars and restaurants. Get the latest details on the proposed inquiry.
A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.
Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.
The children of jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai voice grave concerns for his failing health as he approaches 78. Learn about his solitary confinement and the family's plea for international intervention.
Stellantis claims the Canadian government, not the company, insisted on redacting a multimillion-dollar agreement provided to MPs, contradicting official testimony. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly now pledges to release the full document.
Canada's fiscal watchdog says Ottawa should seek House of Commons approval to alter key fiscal targets, like the recently abandoned debt-to-GDP anchor. Read the latest on federal spending.
Canada's interim parliamentary budget officer, Jason Jacques, reversed his 'cliff' warning after reviewing Budget 2025, now deeming federal finances sustainable. Read the full analysis.
Canada's Parliamentary Budget Officer reports a modest projected increase in housing supply from the Build Canada Homes initiative. Read the analysis of the federal plan's potential impact.
Stellantis executives are required to reappear before a parliamentary committee in Ottawa on December 4, 2025. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Green Party leader Elizabeth May publicly states her vote for the government's budget was an error, pledging it will not happen again. Get the full story on this political reversal.
Tensions flare in the Manitoba legislature as politicians exchange personal jabs about dietary choices and criminal history, diverting from substantive policy debates.
Parliamentary Budget Officer joins four other independent analyses concluding federal emissions targets are unachievable, revealing a $200+ billion climate program failing to deliver results.
X's new transparency feature raises concerns about foreign influence in US politics as popular accounts show questionable origins. Discover the implications for digital democracy.
Canada's parliamentary budget officer demands better fiscal transparency after Liberal government shifts economic anchors. Read the latest developments.
BBC executives face parliamentary scrutiny over editorial standards as former President Trump threatens legal action. Key developments in Canadian news across politics, environment and health.
Far-right Australian Senator Pauline Hanson dons burqa during parliamentary session, igniting debate about religious freedom and political provocation in democratic institutions.
Egyptians participate in the second phase of parliamentary elections as the nation continues its democratic process. Get the latest updates on this significant political event.
Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb warns Trump's denigration of the judiciary poses a grave threat to American democracy. Read the full analysis.
Justice Minister Sean Fraser emphasizes that robust democratic institutions are crucial for checking power. Read his insights on maintaining Canada's democratic framework.
As democracy faces global threats, experts argue governments must adopt digital engagement tools to combat polarization and rebuild citizen trust between elections.
The three-day Halifax International Security Forum begins November 21, 2025, bringing global leaders to discuss democracy's challenges and opportunities. Learn about key discussions.
Taxpayers funded $1.03 million for two lavish 2024 government conferences featuring $94,000 dinners, $1,340 musical spoons, and $915 flower arrangements. Discover the shocking details of federal spending.