Liam MacKenzie, Senior Political Correspondent (Ottawa)

Covering federal politics and national policy from the heart of Ottawa.
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Trade Frictions Rise as Canada and U.S. Prepare for USMCA Negotiations

** In the lead-up to the anticipated review of the United States-Mexico-Canada…

Ottawa Consultant Faces Fraud Charges Amid Federal Contracting Scrutiny

** The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have charged Andrew McDermott, a…

Consultant Charged with Fraud Following Federal Overbilling Investigation

** In a significant development, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has…

Alberta Moves to End Clock Changes, Proposing Year-Round Daylight Time

Alberta has taken a significant step towards ending the biannual clock adjustments…

Alberta Moves to End Annual Clock Changes with Proposed Permanent Daylight Time

In a significant shift, Alberta's government has taken initial steps to eliminate…

Canada and the U.S. Trade Tensions: Liquor Bans and Tariffs at the Forefront

In a climate of escalating trade tensions, Prime Minister Mark Carney has…

Canada and U.S. Trade Tensions: Prime Minister Carney Seeks Quick Resolutions Amidst USMCA Negotiations

** As Canada prepares for crucial negotiations under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement…

Trade Tensions Rise as Canada and U.S. Negotiate Key Issues Ahead of USMCA Review

Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated that the ongoing trade tensions between…

Calls for Regional Representation as Canada Seeks New Governor-General

As Canada prepares to appoint a new Governor-General, provincial leaders from outside…

Trade Tensions Rise as Canada and U.S. Engage in USMCA Negotiations

** As negotiations for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) heat up, Canadian…

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