Mickey Djuric

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Inside the slow, super polite revolt against Justin Trudeau

Inside the slow, super polite revolt against Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau is staring down a caucus revolt, although the lawmakers behind it have tried to keep things quiet so as not to embarrass the prime minister.Since Parliament returned this fall, a group of Liberal members of parliament has been organizing in closed rooms not far from the prime minister’s office, plotting how they might persuade him to go.

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

OTTAWA -- The New Democrats included stock images from Russia and Israel in a recent high-profile video, weeks after the party criticized the Conservatives for using non-Canadian images in their content.

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

The New Democrats included stock images from Russia and Israel in a recent high-profile video, weeks after the party criticized the Conservatives for using non-Canadian images in their content.NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced in a video message Wednesday he was ending a supply and confidence deal with the Liberal government, while accusing Conservative policies of hurting Canadians, including retirees and families.The video then flashes to a stock video of two seniors sitting at a table looking at their laptop.

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

NDP used stock images from Russia, Israel after decrying Tories' foreign content use

OTTAWA -- The New Democrats included stock images from Russia and Israel in a recent high-profile video, weeks after the party criticized the Conservatives for using non-Canadian images in their content.

In dueling TV ads, NDP and Conservatives try to define Poilievre to union voters

In dueling TV ads, NDP and Conservatives try to define Poilievre to union voters

New Democrats and Conservatives have both launched television ads that attempt to define Tory Leader Pierre Poilievre to union voters, a group politicians see as having increased power in the next federal election.The commercial the New Democrats launched across the country last week featured union leaders describing Poilievre as a career politician who "has never been a worker and never stood with workers." Images include shots of party Leader Jagmeet Singh on picket lines in various locales throughout the country.

In dueling TV ads, NDP and Conservatives try to define Poilievre to union voters

In dueling TV ads, NDP and Conservatives try to define Poilievre to union voters

OTTAWA -- New Democrats and Conservatives have both launched television ads that attempt to define Tory Leader Pierre Poilievre to union voters, a group politicians see as having increased power in the next federal election.

Study finds no evidence Tories were behind bot campaign that posted about Poilievre

Study finds no evidence Tories were behind bot campaign that posted about Poilievre

There is no evidence that indicates the federal Conservatives were behind a bot network on social media that praised a Pierre Poilievre rally, a new study has found.The Canadian Digital Media Research Network launched an investigation after hundreds of X accounts posted about the Conservative leader's July rally in Kirkland Lake, Ont., all using the same language with phrases like "buzzing with energy" and "as a northern Ontarian."

Study finds no evidence Tories were behind bot campaign that posted about Poilievre

Study finds no evidence Tories were behind bot campaign that posted about Poilievre

OTTAWA -- There is no evidence that indicates the federal Conservatives were behind a bot network on social media that praised a Pierre Poilievre rally, a new study has found.

Canada lists old NYC residence for $13M, surpassing cost of new luxury condo

Canada lists old NYC residence for $13M, surpassing cost of new luxury condo

Canada is selling its former Manhattan residence, which used to house its consulate general in New York.The 12 room, five-bedroom apartment located on Park Avenue was listed Thursday at over $13 million, which is expected to exceed the purchase of its new $9 million Manhattan condo located on Billionaires' Row.

Canada lists old NYC residence for $13M, surpassing cost of new luxury condo

Canada lists old NYC residence for $13M, surpassing cost of new luxury condo

OTTAWA -- Canada is selling its former Manhattan residence, which used to house its consulate general in New York. The 12 room, five-bedroom apartment located on Park Avenue was listed Thursday at over $13 million, which is expected to exceed the purchase of its new $9 million Manhattan condo located on Billionaires' Row.

CBC paid more than $18 million in bonuses in 2024 after eliminating hundreds of jobs

CBC paid more than $18 million in bonuses in 2024 after eliminating hundreds of jobs

OTTAWA -- The Canadian Broadcasting Corp. paid $18.4 million in bonuses this year after hundreds of jobs at the public broadcaster were eliminated.

Conservative candidate's union endorses NDP candidate in Winnipeg byelection

Conservative candidate's union endorses NDP candidate in Winnipeg byelection

OTTAWA -- More than a dozen labour leaders are endorsing the NDP candidate in an upcoming federal byelection in Winnipeg Thursday, including the business manager of the Conservative candidate's own union.

Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan steps down from cabinet, successor to be named Friday

Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan steps down from cabinet, successor to be named Friday

OTTAWA -- Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan is stepping down from cabinet and will not be seeking re-election in the next federal contest, he announced on Thursday.

Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan leaving cabinet, Trudeau confirms

Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan leaving cabinet, Trudeau confirms

OTTAWA -- Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan is stepping down from cabinet and will not be seeking re-election in the next federal contest, the Prime Minister's Office confirmed Thursday.

Group in charge of Google's $100M for news outlets lays out its governance model

Group in charge of Google's $100M for news outlets lays out its governance model

OTTAWA -- The group Google asked to distribute $100 million to news outlets in Canada has publicly released its governance model, which it says focuses on sustainability, equity and innovation within the industry.

CBC/Radio-Canada board approves bonuses for 2023-24, but will review performance pay

CBC/Radio-Canada board approves bonuses for 2023-24, but will review performance pay

OTTAWA -- The board of directors for CBC and Radio-Canada has approved bonuses for some staff for work they did in the most recent fiscal year, despite members of Parliament saying it would be inappropriate to do so after hundreds of jobs were eliminated.

Trudeau focused on governing, fighting right-wing populism following byelection loss

Trudeau focused on governing, fighting right-wing populism following byelection loss

OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been taking calls from different members of his Liberal caucus following the party's historic byelection loss in a Toronto riding last week, but the prime minister said his focus remains on governing.

Trudeau won't commit to national caucus meeting, says he's having calls with MPs

Trudeau won't commit to national caucus meeting, says he's having calls with MPs

MONTREAL -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he's been taking calls from different members of his Liberal caucus following the party's historic byelection loss in a downtown Toronto riding last week, but his focus remains on governing.

Liberal MPs suggests party needed stronger ground game in Toronto--St. Paul's vote

Liberal MPs suggests party needed stronger ground game in Toronto--St. Paul's vote

OTTAWA -- The federal Liberals needed a stronger ground campaign in their fortress riding of Toronto--St. Paul, including more time to campaign before the vote, suggested several members of the party.

NDP's Ashton pays back some money from Christmas trip initially billed to taxpayers

OTTAWA -- A New Democrat member of Parliament has paid back a portion of the thousands of dollars she spent on a Christmastime trip for herself and her family that was paid for with public money.

Ottawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say it's about stemming disinformation

Ottawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say it's about stemming disinformation

Her kids are not reading the newspapers on her kitchen counter. Instead, they're looking at their phones to find information.That's the example that Treasury Board President Anita Anand brings up when she's asked about the federal government's efforts to get its message out via payments to social-media influencers.She says it worries her that actors who seek to spread disinformation can more easily do that on the platforms where members of the younger generation, including her own kids, spend their time.

Ottawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say it's about stemming disinformation

Ottawa keeps spending on influencers. Liberals say it's about stemming disinformation

OTTAWA -- Her kids are not reading the newspapers on her kitchen counter. Instead, they're looking at their phones to find information.

Head of NATO singles out Trudeau as friend and staunch defender of Ukraine

Head of NATO singles out Trudeau as friend and staunch defender of Ukraine

OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg met for a private dinner at Rideau Cottage on Wednesday, capping off nine years as colleagues -- and friends.

Blair promises Canada will meet NATO target as secretary-general visits Ottawa

Blair promises Canada will meet NATO target as secretary-general visits Ottawa

Canada continues to miss its NATO defence spending target, but Defence Minister Bill Blair promises the goal will eventually be reached, as Russia's war in Ukraine raises a threat of expanded conflict in Europe.Numbers NATO released this week show Canada is expected to spend 1.37 per cent of its gross domestic product on defence this year, falling short of the two per cent target Western allies have agreed upon.Blair took pains to note that the federal Liberals are doing better than their Conservative predecessors.

Blair promises Canada will meet NATO target as secretary-general visits Ottawa

Blair promises Canada will meet NATO target as secretary-general visits Ottawa

OTTAWA -- Canada continues to miss its NATO defence spending target, but Defence Minister Bill Blair promises the goal will eventually be reached, as Russia's war in Ukraine raises a threat of expanded conflict in Europe.

Canadian media a target for foreign interference: national security committee chair

Canadian media a target for foreign interference: national security committee chair

OTTAWA -- Foreign actors are trying to interfere with the Canadian media, and journalists and their bosses need to be aware of it, the chairman of Parliament's national security committee warned on Wednesday.

Oilers fever reaches Parliament Hill as MPs put aside team colours for NHL playoffs

Oilers fever reaches Parliament Hill as MPs put aside team colours for NHL playoffs

OTTAWA -- They're not all on the same political team, but members of Parliament have caught the same fever.

They're not all on the same political team, but Oilers fever has brought MPs together

They're not all on the same political team, but Oilers fever has brought MPs together

OTTAWA -- They're not all on the same political team, but members of Parliament have caught the same fever.

Federal NDP want a price cap on grocery store staples; Liberals say it won't work

Federal NDP want a price cap on grocery store staples; Liberals say it won't work

OTTAWA -- The federal New Democrats want a price cap on grocery store staples if the Liberal government can't convince grocers to bring down the prices themselves.

House Speaker survives latest attempt by Tories to force resignation

House Speaker survives latest attempt by Tories to force resignation

House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus has survived a vote put forward by the Conservatives to remove him from his position.The effort to oust Fergus failed by a vote of 142-168 after the NDP sided with the Liberals, with both accusing the Conservatives of undermining democracy and its independent institutions.This is the third time in less than eight months that the Conservatives have called on him to step down.

House Speaker survives latest attempt by Tories to force resignation

House Speaker survives latest attempt by Tories to force resignation

OTTAWA -- House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus has survived a vote put forward by the Conservatives to remove him from his position.

NDP convention a chance for ‘new direction,’ but grassroots could take up old debates

NDP convention a chance for ‘new direction,’ but grassroots could take up old debates

New Democrats are gathering for a three-day convention to focus on how to convince voters looking for change they are a better choice than Conservatives, despite having helped to keep the minority Liberal government in power."We see a Liberal government that is out of gas, out of steam and no ideas," said Brad Lavigne, who was national director of the NDP under former leader Jack Layton."The New Democrats are positioning themselves as the chief alternative or the lead alternative to Conservatives. This convention will be an opportunity to take stock, and set that new direction."