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Politics From coining “Justinflation” to saying Justin Trudeau is “not worth the cost,” Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been unafraid to target the prime minister directly in his messaging. But following Trudeau’s bombshell resignation, it will now be a different Liberal leader facing off with Poilievre in the federal election. WithoutContinue Reading

In an interview in December 2022, Justin Trudeau allowed himself to talk about legacy. He has typically avoided entertaining such stuff. But sitting in his West Block office a little more than two years ago, he spoke of “unfinished business” and a desire to “lock in what Canada is doingContinue Reading

Politics Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is inviting provincial and territorial premiers to Ottawa next Wednesday to discuss Canada-U.S. relations. President-elect said Tuesday that the U.S. could use ‘economic force’ to absorb Canada Darren Major · CBC News · Posted: Jan 07, 2025 6:47 PM EST | Last Updated: January 8Continue Reading

Senior figures in and around the Liberal Party are considering whether to enter the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, but it remains unclear if a new face can breathe new life into the party’s electoral chances. After weeks of mounting calls to resign, Trudeau announced Monday he’ll stepContinue Reading

Politics Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s decision to step down has sparked speculation about who will lead the Liberals into the next election — but his decision to prorogue Parliament could also narrow the timing of when the federal vote will be held. Opposition vowed to trigger an election, but HouseContinue Reading

Politics Officials around Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are increasingly worried that the U.S. president-elect’s mind is made up, and that he will make good on his threat to impose a 25 per cent levy on all Canadian imports the day he takes office. Canada preparing retaliatory tariffs, including on Florida orange juiceContinue Reading

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will soon be stepping down after nearly a decade in office, bowing to mounting political and public pressure to make way for new leadership. Monday’s announcement, while not surprising, comes at a critical junction for Canada both at home and abroad. Here are some answers to frequentlyContinue Reading

Politics·Analysis In announcing his intention to step away now, the prime minister creates two challenges — one for himself and one for his successor. The prime minister created two challenges — one for himself and one for his successor Aaron Wherry · CBC News · Posted: Jan 06, 2025 6:54 PM ESTContinue Reading

Politics Gov. Gen. Mary Simon granted Justin Trudeau’s request Monday to prorogue Parliament until Mar. 24, suspending activities of the House of Commons while the Liberals move to replace him as both Liberal Leader and prime minister. Capital gains tax legislation, Online Harms Act in limbo with Parliament prorogued WhatContinue Reading