Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today implored Canadians to follow public health directives to stop the spike in COVID-19 infections and deaths. He took the symbolic step of addressing reporters outside his home as he did in the first days of… »
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Controversial WE Charity to shut down in Canada
The so-called political scandal involving Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the WE Charity is back in the news with word that the charity is closing operations in Canada. Canadian brothers and founders of WE Charity, Craig and Mark Kielburger, announced… »
Potential crisis in Canadian politics: WE scandal fallout grows
New turbulence in the political currents in Ottawa The ethics scandal over the Liberal government’s awarding of a multi-million dollar contract to the WE Charity has entered a new phase this week, and one possibly even more concerning to the… »
Political scandal causes sponsors to reassess their association with WE Charity
In light of the deepening political storm about the Liberal government’s contract and connections to the WE Charity, longtime sponsors have begun to distance themselves from the organisation. WE Charity is an international development charity focussing on developing countries and… »
Performance, scandal: Trudeau’s popularity drops but still high among Canadians
Two national surveys by the non-profit Angus Reid Institute show that Liberal voters are still committed to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in spite of the current scandal over the WE Charity contract and generally no improvement for Canada on the… »
Former Australian PM on a “flaky” Justin Trudeau
Australia’s former Prime MInister Malcolm Turnbull gives a behind the scenes look at the often Machiavellian world of politics in his just released book In the autobiography- The Bigger Picture- which is mostly about Australian politics, Turnbull has a short… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, Health, International, Politics
Trudeau approval takes a hit over rail blockades.
Prime Minister Trudeau and his Liberal party weathered several scandals during the first mandate. They won re-election in 2019, although with a minority government and in spite of losing the popular vote to the Conservative party. The first few months… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, Indigenous, International, Politics, Society
Blockades continue along with continued calls for dialogue
Rail blockades by indigenous groups and demonstrations in cities across Canada, continue today well into the second week. Both indigenous and non-indigenous protesters have blocked bridges and roadways and rail lines across the country in support of a small group… »
Trudeau: diplomatic lapse at a NATO reception?
Canada’s Prime Minister and others appear to discuss the U.S president’s behaviour A short video of leaders chatting informally at a gathering at Buckingham Palace of NATO leaders Tuesday night has gone viral, with many pundits suggesting they are mocking… »
Costumes no more: Canada’s PM foregoes Hallowe’en dressup after scandals
Hallowe’en has come and gone, and with it the annual chance to dress up in scary or humourous, or inspired costumes so enjoyed by children as they go door to door seeking candy treats, and for those adults who dress… »
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