Canadian Federal Politics
David Russell
This topic offers news and editorial comment on Canadian political issues and affairs. Much of the content is in the federal political arena with occasional forays into provincial matters, special events, and economic factors to encourage political discussion and debate and reinvigorate readers' interest and commitment to issues of importance to Canadians and Canada's neighbors.
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Canadian Federal Politics
Feb 28, 2005
Mr. Dithers comes to Ottawa
February was a momentous month for Canada's Prime Minister: he showed up.
Jan 31, 2005
Debate rages on over same-sex marriage
Despite a decisive response from the Supreme Court essentially rendering the debate redundant, Conservative leader Stephen Harper rails on against what he sees as the nation's most important issue.
Dec 31, 2004
2004 - the political year that was
A look back at the top political stories and issues in Canada for 2004.
Nov 30, 2004
The Tao of Ralph
Alberta Premier Ralph Klein rides a Tory electoral wave to his fourth consecutive majority government - the tenth for his Conservative Party. Is there hope for other provincial parties?
Oct 31, 2004
Bottoms up: Canada's military sees another disaster
Canada's already suffering submarine replacement program takes a tragic hit as a Canadian sailor dies delivering the fourth and final 'Victoria' class submarine.
Sep 30, 2004
Lies, Damned Lies and Inquiries
As if enough time and money hasn't been spent on the disastrous federal sponsorship program, the public inquiry began in September.
Aug 31, 2004
Welcome the Supremes
Prime Minister Paul Martin appoints two new Supreme Court justices. And the opposition is hopping made.
Jul 31, 2004
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.
May 28, 2004
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.
May 14, 2004
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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