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Should provinces have more voice in court nominations?
4+ hour, 9+ min ago (325+ words) Four premiers representing most Canadians are asking for a practical change. They want a real voice in who gets appointed to the courts operating in their provinces. Ottawa's response has been predictable. A polite refusal, framed as openness to discussion,…...
Canadian lawyers group rebukes politicization of judicial appointments from premiers
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (229+ words) OTTAWA - Public servants who are eligible for the federal go" OTTAWA - Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said today the federal " View from the Judges seat in a courtroom at the Edmonton Law Courts building, in Edmonton on Friday, June 28, 2019. THE CANADIAN…...
Alberta premier's constitutional affairs lead supports separatist petition
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (191+ words) The Alberta Legislature in Edmonton, on Thursday Oct. 31, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson EDMONTON - Premier Danielle Smith's parliamentary secretary for constitutional affairs is encouraging Albertans to sign a petition that calls for a vote on separation from Canada. Jason Stephan,…...
Auditor says Manitoba falling short on child-care goals
2+ day, 28+ min ago (251+ words) A new report from Manitoba's auditor general says the province isn't doing enough to meet its promises on child care. Auditor General Tyson Shtykalo says Manitoba doesn't have the planning or data it needs to make child care more accessible…...
New Democrats to debate fossil fuel crackdown, electoral reform in Winnipeg
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (227+ words) OTTAWA - New Democrats are set to debate up to 70 policy proposals at their convention in Winnipeg this weekend on a host of issues, including clean energy, electoral reform and the party's own political strategy. They include proposals to "vigorously oppose…...
Does Wab Kinew’s latest budget neglect Manitoba families?
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (11+ words) Does Wab Kinew's latest budget neglect Manitoba families?Winnipeg Sun...
Health minister faces backlash from grieving Manitoba family
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (211+ words) A mother of three and grandmother of ten, Debbie Fewster of Niverville died while waiting for heart surgery. She was told on August 22nd 2024 she needed to have emergency surgery within three weeks to save her life. She waited for a…...
The downside of a large government in the Canadian economy
1+ week, 1+ day ago (265+ words) Canadians have long accepted a larger role for government than many of our peers. The argument has been consistent. Higher spending delivers stability, fairness, and economic strength. But there comes a point where scale stops helping and starts hurting. A…...
Winnipeg to request provincial approval for speed changes
1+ week, 3+ day ago (247+ words) City officials are recommending a reduction to residential speed limits after a multi-year pilot project found lower limits can reduce driving speeds, though public opinion remains divided and the plan hinges on provincial approval. A new report from Winnipeg's public…...
Canadian oil production under scrutiny amid price rise
1+ week, 5+ day ago (226+ words) The Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project at the Westridge terminal in Burnaby on July 2, 2020. U.S. President Donald Trump has been trying to talk down oil prices during a war in the Middle East. Federal Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson is trying…...