Ian Bailey

The report’s authors raise concerns about what is described as the failure of departments to establish the estimated procurement costs in advance of discussions with McKinsey

New fund, designed to help community health organizations provide more care for younger Canadians, is latest prebudget announcement from Liberal government

After 20 years in office, Mr. Angus says it’s time to ‘pass the baton’ as boundary changes add 20,000 square kilometres of territory to his riding

Provincial governments see program as intrusion into their jurisdiction as Housing Minister Sean Fraser says Ottawa is prepared to go around provinces that don’t agree to the fund’s conditions

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Following a moment of silence, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other party leaders paid tribute to the former prime minister, who is to have a state funeral this week

Also: Quebec budget to prioritize health care and education; first female mayor of Gatineau, Que., quits after death threats

The federal Conservative Leader said on Wednesday that transgender women should not be allowed in women’s change rooms and public washrooms

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At Vancouver housing announcement, B.C. Premier speaks of devastating impact of high rates, inflation

Poilievre’s comments are his first elaboration of his views since Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced a series of policies limiting transgender rights

Poilievre said he opposes the use of puberty blockers for minors, a clarification of his views on transgender medical care

Randy Boissonnault, the only federal cabinet minister from Alberta, has been critical of Premier Danielle Smith’s policies on transgender issues

A spokesperson for Jenni Byrne says her work for Loblaws is not lobbying and limited to the provincial level

Also: Feds put off decision on MAID expansion until after next election; Treasury Board denies it issued CBC a directive to cut budget

Also: Champagne claims Poilievre invisible in Quebec; NDP House Leader joins list of MPs seeking clarity from CBC on executive bonuses

Also: House of Commons resumes with first sitting of 2024; B.C. Premier presses feds on housing, drug penalties, carbon pricing

Some touted virtues of varied opinions among party members

Also: Pair of MPs to lead federal government’s preparation for Trump’s possible return to power; plans set for Broadbent state funeral

Also: Federal government commits to tackling auto thefts; PEI agricultural leader Mary Robinson has been appointed to the Senate