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The Right Honourable Paul Edgar Philippe Martin
Canada's new Prime Minister, Paul Martin, Jr.
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The Paul Martin Affair
Is there a crisis in the Liberal Party?
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2004 - the political year that was
A look back at the top political stories and issues in Canada for 2004.
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Billionaire Belinda wants to lead the Conservatives
Former head of Magna International Belinda Stronach threw her hat (or bonnet as the media would describe it) into the ring, hoping to become the first elected leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.
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Corruption runs rampant in federal sponsorship programs
The Auditor General's release of her damning report into federal finances causes the new Martin administration Excedrin-sized headaches.
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Fighting on a wing and a prayer
The Canadian Forces are in a shambles. Yet the Prime Minister insists on engaging the beleaguered troops in yet another mission - this time to enter the unrest in Haiti.
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Manley at the Gate
John Manley's entrance into the Liberal leadership may finally roust policy positions from all the candidates.
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Prime Minister's prerogative picks the poll period
Prime Ministerial prerogative to choose the timing of federal elections is one of the more undemocratic processes Paul Martin ought to address - rather than capitalize on.
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Rt. Hon. Jean Chrétien steps down as PM
Jean Chrétien announced the end of an era.
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Taking stock of the latest Prime Minister (plus a late-breaking news flash!)
After Paul Martin has headed the country for a quarter of a year, it's worth examining is admittedly less than stellar record as the country prepares to determine the new PM's electoral fate.
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The political year that was
2003 was a banner year for change on the Canadian political and legal scene. Here some of the highlights are remembered.
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Tories and Alliance Complete the mating dance
After months or years of debate, bickering and name calling, Canada's two conservative parties announced plans to come together in a new party to challenge the federal Liberals.
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Welcome the Supremes
Prime Minister Paul Martin appoints two new Supreme Court justices. And the opposition is hopping made.
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What if they threw an election and no one came?
On Sunday, May 23, the 37th Parliament was officially dissolved, sending politicians to their rented airplanes and the public to the polls.
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Who's afraid of the Big, Bad Martin? Everyone, apparently.
The exodus of John Manley leaves but two competitors in the cake-walk to succeed Prime Minister Jean Chrètien.
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Four Mounties Killed
On Thursday, March 3, 2005, four RCMP officers were gunned down in the line of duty. When will our politicans see that they must give power to police and the courts in order to stop the escalation of crime.
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Long live King Martin
As Prime Minister Chretien's reign slowly winds down it appears inevitable that Paul Martin is destined to succeed him. Is this a step in the right direction?

Copps 'a Comin'
Federal Heritage Minister Sheila Copps officially begins the race to replace outgoing Prime Minister Jean Chretien.

Same-Sex Marriage
Same-Sex marriage should have been resolved years ago, but politics keeps stalling it.
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Tracking the ever-elusive Prime Minister
Prime Minister Chretien keeps seeming to disappear from the spotlight. Is this a sign of a lack of an agenda or a potentially sinister one?

Year in Review: 2004
Canadian News of 2004.
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A Federal Election in 2000?
Ottawa is clearly in pre-election mode. Will there be an election this fall?
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Alexa McDonough
First woman leader of a recongnised Canadian Political Party, she resigned the leadership of the federal New Democratic Party.
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Belinda Stronach Leaves Politics
While opportunistic at times, Belinda Stronach has been an important figure on the Canadian political scene for the last three years, facing sexism on many occasions
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Canada To Host G8, G20 Summits In 2010
As the G20 Summit ended in Pittsburgh, it was announced Canada is hosting the G8, and G20 next June. South Korea will co-host the G8 summit in Ontario's Muskoka region.
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Federal Election 2004
An Election has been called for June 28th.
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New minority government begins operations
Canadians can breathe a sigh of relief they won't have to be listening to the same old empty electioneering rhetoric - at least until this minority government collapses.
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Year in Review: 2002
The Year in Review
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Brian Tobin quits politics
Brian Tobin, federal minister and once Premier of Newfoundland, steps away from politics after 23 years of service.
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Brodeur Injured
The Kevin Weekes era in New Jersey has begun.
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Canadian Politics - The Year in Review
A look at which features were most popular in 2001 on the Canadian Politics site.
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Playoffs: Devils vs Lightning
The Devils will look to use their defensive tactics to shut down Tampa Bay's high powered offense but the goaltending may prove to be too much for Tampa Bay to handle.
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Stephen Harper New Leader of New Tories
Canada's Conservative Party of Canada has chosen it's fist official leader since the merger.
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Toronto Book Lover's Ball 2009
Book Lovers Mingled with Authors for the 4th Annual Fundraiser for Toronto's Public Libraries.
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A Social Debate – Same Sex Marriage (SSM)
Same sex marriage and the marital benefits conferred upon the couple are still hotly contested topics in North America and the rest of the world.
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Canada and the US Election
Canada is watching when America votes.
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Canada's Parliament: Majority Vs. Minority
Canadian elections end in one party either holding the majority of seats in Parliament, or minority. This article will explain the differences between the two terms.
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Corner Gas Episode Guide Season 3, Ep. 1 - 9
Episode guide for the first nine episodes of Season 3 of Corner Gas. The hit Canadian sitcom stars Brent Butt as the owner of a small-town gas station.
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Federal Election Called: Voters Go Online
Another federal election has been called. Vote weary Canadians are considering the meaning of today's elections and new technologies are playing a more important role.
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Federal Election Results
Post-Election thoughts
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Liberal Leadership Race is on to Replace Dion
Senior Liberal Party members Michael Ignatieff and Bob Rae have each kicked off a second round of campaigning to replace recently defeated party leader Stéphane Dion
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Maple Leaf is National Emblem of Canada
The maple leaf emerged as Canada's dominant visual symbol over a period of three centuries.
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Mind Control is a Form of Emotional Abuse
Individuals in dysfunctional relationships are often exposed to their partners' desire to control and change thoughts. Mind control, or brainwashing is emotional abuse.
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Movie Review: Professor Norman Cornett
Alanis Obomsawin's NFB documentary, Norman Cornett, spends too much time praising its protagonist and not enough time telling his story. 6/10
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MuchVote 2004 encourages youth to have their say
MuchMusic launches another year of its youth federal election content, MuchVote 2004.

New Jersey Devils Could Steal the Stanley Cup
New Jersey has been one of the more consistent teams in the NHL and they've got an "ace up their sleeve
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Territorial politics offers hope for Parliamentary Reform
Elections in the Northwest Territories showcase some of the ways this small government system is far more progressive than anything the rest of the country has to offer.
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The Week in Politics
A look at recent events on the Canadian political scene.
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Captain Canada returns to Quebec
After taking the Quebec provincial election away from the Parti Quebecois, Canadians are expecting big things from Jean Charest - none of them, hopefully, involving constitutional wrangling. Will he deliver?
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Change comes to B.C.'s electoral system
The establishment of the Citizen's Assembly for Electoral Reform has sent British Columbians down the road towards a different way to elect our governments.
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