The government would like nothing more than a channel-changer on foreign interference investigations. Even if the Liberals succeed, with the appointment of a special rapporteur and multiple committees, all eyes are still on government foibles. …
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First ministers’ meeting trumpeted as solution to Canada’s broken health-care system, but benefits may not be felt for years
The provinces want an increase from 22 per cent to 35 per cent of health-care costs. The feds are not likely to match the demand, but will certainly come close. But the most important element…
Mississauga mashup turned out to be a one-sided affair
In reality, the Tories did not lose vote share during the byelection. Their candidate, police officer Ron Chhinzer, matched his predecessor by garnering more than 37 per cent of the vote. The real surprise was the drop…
Trudeau’s international travel seems to be beset with problems
Foreign trips usually build a politician up. When they don’t, the Prime Minister’s Office needs to know why. Justin Trudeau’s international planners should hit the reset button. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times…
Poilievre paints a grim picture
For the moment, Pierre Poilievre does not need to offer any solutions. But simply playing the role of the grumpy old man will not likely attract new supporters to his effort. A winner is always…
Post-mortem on the Emergencies Act continues apace
But it certainly has not captured the public’s imagination. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on October 31, 2022. OTTAWA—Not too many people seem to care about the current inquiry into the government’s…
Smith needs to quit
Scott Smith has been fully responsible for the day-to-day operations of Hockey Canada for the past 15 years as chief operating officer. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on October 10, 2022. OTTAWA—A…
End of summer brings winds of political change
One thing they should not forget. A government that has been in power for three terms, even one that has done a terrific job on many files, is starting to look a little frayed around…
Last thing anyone wants is chaos at Canada’s largest airport
But at the end of the day, the bulk of the blame will be borne by the federal government. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on June 13, 2022. OTTAWA—To mask or not…
Expect abortion bombshell to dominate the fall agenda
The only party that must navigate this issue with great difficulty is the Conservative Party. By Sheila CoppsFirst published in The Hill Times on May 9, 2022. OTTAWA—The f-bomb was allegedly dropped in the House…
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