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Crucial Five Eyes intelligence pact will outlast U.S. turmoil, expert says

Crucial Five Eyes intelligence pact will outlast U.S. turmoil, expert says

Canada’s most important security and intelligence alliance should be able to weather the current political storm engulfing Washington, according to journalist and filmmaker Richard Kerbaj.Kerbaj, the author of The Secret History of the Five Eyes, told The West Block’s Mercedes Stephenson the long-standing spy partnership has survived political disagreements between its member countries in the past.

‘Things have changed’: Minister Champagne says Canada may need West-East pipelines

‘Things have changed’: Minister Champagne says Canada may need West-East pipelines

As Canadian officials grapple with U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to launch a trade war, Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne says...

Internal trade barriers need dismantling

Internal trade barriers need dismantling

Trudeau in Paris ahead of global artificial intelligence summit

Trudeau in Paris ahead of global artificial intelligence summit

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Paris today, where he's scheduled to take part in events leading up to the...

Doug Ford under attack in Super Bowl ads

Doug Ford under attack in Super Bowl ads

Doug Ford’s campaign fumble is getting the Super Bowl spotlight. Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie will be airing two different 30-second...

The calls are growing for action on energy. But what’s the next step for Canada?

The calls are growing for action on energy. But what’s the next step for Canada?

As the threat of tariffs hangs over the economy, industry players say expanding Canada’s energy sector and diversifying its customer...

Britain navigates rough transatlantic waters as Trump roils the 'special relationship'

Britain navigates rough transatlantic waters as Trump roils the 'special relationship'

Ever since Winston Churchill coined the phrase in the wake of World War II, politicians have extolled the "special relationship"...



‘Canada First rally’ expected to be major rebranding of Conservative campaign, say senior Tories

‘Canada First rally’ expected to be major rebranding of Conservative campaign, say senior Tories

The Conservative Party’s upcoming rally in Ottawa is expected to serve as a major rebranding effort, shifting the focus from...

B.C. Premier David Eby praises U.S.-Canada ties at Invictus Games opening ceremony

B.C. Premier David Eby praises U.S.-Canada ties at Invictus Games opening ceremony

VANCOUVER -- British Columbia Premier David Eby did not shy away from mentioning the geopolitical climate between the United States...

‘I was not involved in any wrongdoing’: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith responds to allegations

‘I was not involved in any wrongdoing’: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith responds to allegations

After three days of silence surrounding explosive allegations concerning the procurement and contracting process at Alberta Health Services (AHS), Premier...

Liberal MPs Battiste and Kelloway spar over nomination for same Nova Scotia seat

Liberal MPs Battiste and Kelloway spar over nomination for same Nova Scotia seat

A war of words is raging between Nova Scotia Liberal MPs Mike Kelloway and Jaime Battiste over who should be...

Liberal Party of Canada announces French, English leadership debates in Montreal

Liberal Party of Canada announces French, English leadership debates in Montreal

The Liberal Party of Canada announced Saturday afternoon it will host two leadership debates — one in English and another...

Good Talk -- Has Trump Just Put The Liberals Back In The Game?

Good Talk -- Has Trump Just Put The Liberals Back In The Game?

The polls suggest it, the Liberals think it, and the Conservatives look like they're trying to reposition because of it...

Liberal leadership hopefuls are turning away from some of Justin Trudeau’s policies. Here’s what they say they’ll actually support

Liberal leadership hopefuls are turning away from some of Justin Trudeau’s policies. Here’s what they say they’ll actually support

Defence spending is hot. The consumer carbon price is not. And at least two “czars” are on offer to help...

'Should I just laugh?': Energy experts question Freeland's pledge to push LNG

'Should I just laugh?': Energy experts question Freeland's pledge to push LNG

OTTAWA -- Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland's pitch to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) to allies is drawing skeptical reactions...

Premier Smith remains silent as calls for resignation grow louder following AHS political interference allegations

Premier Smith remains silent as calls for resignation grow louder following AHS political interference allegations

Alberta’s premier is not offering any comment amidst the firing of Alberta Health Services’ former CEO, which comes with allegations...



Trudeau travelling to Lisbon to attend the Aga Khan's funeral

    Trudeau travelling to Lisbon to attend the Aga Khan's funeral

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is flying to Lisbon on Friday to attend the Aga Khan's funeral. Trudeau was expected to...

    Washington's view on annexing Canada — This is a joke, right? Right?

    Washington's view on annexing Canada — This is a joke, right? Right?

    Ottawa has started taking him seriously. Americans can't believe it's real. In normal times, a G7 and NATO leader accusing...

    Trudeau heads to Europe to shore up alliances in face of Trump threats

    Trudeau heads to Europe to shore up alliances in face of Trump threats

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will try to strengthen Canada's trade and security ties over the next five days with European...

    The inside story of a high-stakes call between Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump as the tariff deadline loomed

    The inside story of a high-stakes call between Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump as the tariff deadline loomed

    American President Donald Trump raised a long list of complaints against Canada and said the Canada-U.S. boundary could disappear when...

    1st Mountie to wear a turban among trio of new senators appointed by Justin Trudeau

      1st Mountie to wear a turban among trio of new senators appointed by Justin Trudeau

      The first RCMP officer to wear a turban on the job is now a Canadian senator. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau...

      Freeland targeted by 'malicious' WeChat campaign with alleged ties to China: Threat task force

      Freeland targeted by 'malicious' WeChat campaign with alleged ties to China: Threat task force

      Chrystia Freeland's Liberal leadership campaign has been targeted by "co-ordinated and malicious activity" traced back to a WeChat account accused...

      Canadians pick Mark Carney over Pierre Poilievre, Chrystia Freeland and Karina Gould to negotiate with Donald Trump: Nanos survey

      Canadians pick Mark Carney over Pierre Poilievre, Chrystia Freeland and Karina Gould to negotiate with Donald Trump: Nanos survey

      Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney would do the best job at negotiating with U.S. President Donald Trump, over Conservative Leader...

      Leaked audio: Trudeau says Trump wants to annex Canada for its critical minerals

      Leaked audio: Trudeau says Trump wants to annex Canada for its critical minerals

      In closed-door session with business leaders, PM suggests 51st state talk is serious and says Canada needs to mend fences...

      Canadian warship commander relieved of duty due to ‘loss of confidence’

      Canadian warship commander relieved of duty due to ‘loss of confidence’

      The commander of a Canadian warship deployed to the Indo-Pacific region has been relieved of duty effective immediately due to...

      Ontario election: ‘Hot mic’ gaffe carries risks but Doug Ford’s Tories still lead, poll suggests

      Ontario election: ‘Hot mic’ gaffe carries risks but Doug Ford’s Tories still lead, poll suggests

      Doug Ford’s ”hot mic” gaffe about wanting Donald Trump to win the U.S. presidency may not have damaged the Progressive...

      Joly won't say whether 'abhorrent' Trump pitch to clear Gaza means ethnic cleansing

      Joly won't say whether 'abhorrent' Trump pitch to clear Gaza means ethnic cleansing

      Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly won't say whether she thinks U.S. President Donald Trump is proposing ethnic cleansing in the...

      Karina Gould raises $125K needed to pay latest Liberal leadership race fee

      Karina Gould raises $125K needed to pay latest Liberal leadership race fee

      Former House leader Karina Gould says she raised the $125,000 required of Liberal leadership candidates before Friday's deadline, allowing her...

      Legault would likely now support major LNG project in Quebec, says Fitzgibbon

      Legault would likely now support major LNG project in Quebec, says Fitzgibbon

      Quebec Premier François Legault would likely support new oil and gas infrastructure in the province that would transform Alberta’s natural...

      Manitoba Tory leadership candidate jokes about letting polar bears loose to combat homelessness

      Manitoba Tory leadership candidate jokes about letting polar bears loose to combat homelessness

      Comment by Churchill tour operator called unfunny by party member who volunteers to feed homeless. Manitoba Progressive Conservative Party leadership...

      Denis Coderre's leadership bid rejected by Quebec Liberal Party

      Denis Coderre's leadership bid rejected by Quebec Liberal Party

      QUEBEC -- The Quebec Liberal Party says it won't accept the candidacy of former Montreal mayor Denis Coderre for its...

      Will the Supreme Court allow a tort of family violence to be created?

      Will the Supreme Court allow a tort of family violence to be created?

      The Supreme Court of Canada is set to hear an appeal about whether or not the Ontario Superior Court should...

      Trudeau tells business leaders at economic summit Trump's 51st state threat 'is a real thing'

      Trudeau tells business leaders at economic summit Trump's 51st state threat 'is a real thing'

      Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told business leaders at the Canada-U.S. Economic Summit in Toronto that U.S. President Donald Trump's threat...

      Nearly 70% of Canadians think less of U.S. due to Trump tariffs: Ipsos

      Nearly 70% of Canadians think less of U.S. due to Trump tariffs: Ipsos

      U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats and talk about making Canada the 51st state have made Canadians angry — very...

      Liberal leadership candidates will have to clear $125,000 hurdle today

      Liberal leadership candidates will have to clear $125,000 hurdle today

      Federal Liberal leadership candidates will have to cross another hurdle today to remain in the race -- a payment of...

      Federal government hosts Canada-U.S. economic summit during tariff threat pause

      Federal government hosts Canada-U.S. economic summit during tariff threat pause

      The federal government is hosting a summit in Toronto today aimed at bolstering the economy in the face of Canada's...

      RCMP personnel at Canada-U.S. border up 35% in last three weeks: commissioner

      RCMP personnel at Canada-U.S. border up 35% in last three weeks: commissioner

      RCMP staffing at the Canada-U.S. border has increased by 35 per cent compared to three weeks ago, according to Commissioner...

      ‘Exciting’ announcement for Brampton coming from Trudeau, mayor says

        ‘Exciting’ announcement for Brampton coming from Trudeau, mayor says

        There will be one more “exciting” announcement coming for Brampton from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau before he steps down as...

        Strong ‘political will’ provides ‘catalyst’ to breakdown stubborn internal trade barriers, says Anand

        Strong ‘political will’ provides ‘catalyst’ to breakdown stubborn internal trade barriers, says Anand

        Some regions face 'unique geographic, environmental, or industry-specific challenges' making 'full harmonization difficult,' said Northwest Territories Minister Caitlin Cleveland.

        Conservatives still on top, but race tightens after Trudeau’s departure: Ipsos

        Conservatives still on top, but race tightens after Trudeau’s departure: Ipsos

        The Liberal Party appears to be enjoying a polling bump at the expense of the Conservatives after Prime Minister Justin...

        Ottawa, provinces should discuss possibility of west-east oil pipeline: Wilkinson

          Ottawa, provinces should discuss possibility of west-east oil pipeline: Wilkinson

          Canada's energy minister says Ottawa and the provinces should discuss the possibility of an oil pipeline to Eastern Canada to...

          Opposition pounces on Ford over suit alleging ex-staffers involved in rezoning scheme

          Opposition pounces on Ford over suit alleging ex-staffers involved in rezoning scheme

          Opposition leaders accused Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford on Thursday of being partially responsible for the behaviour of two former...

          Prolonged Trump-triggered surge in Canadian patriotism may move electoral needle, say pollsters

          Prolonged Trump-triggered surge in Canadian patriotism may move electoral needle, say pollsters

          U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff and annexation threats towards Canada are triggering an unusual nationalistic surge, shifting public sentiment in...