Tag Archives: Federal Politics
Dental providers aren't smiling about reimbursement under federal plan
Some dentists and hygienists fear they won't be fairly paid for services under a new federal dental plan, and they worry it will jeopardize the success of the massive program.Each province and territo...
Feb 08, 2024
Feds seek ideas at national summit to help put brakes on auto theft
Officials from various levels of government are set to gather with police and industry leaders in Ottawa today to brainstorm on fighting the scourge of automobile theft.The federal government says an ...
Feb 08, 2024
Métis Nation - Saskatchewan close to self-governance
What was once a dream for Mtis people is close to becoming a reality.Earlier this week, the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee (INAN) confirmed the adoption of Bill C-53 which recognizes the Mt...
Feb 07, 2024
Canada needs time for 'deeper conversation' on assisted dying, mental health: Holland
Thirteen years ago, in the throes of a major political loss and personal crisis, Mark Holland experienced the darkest period of his life.Since his return to federal politics, he's been candid about hi...
Feb 06, 2024
‘It has to stop’: First Nations leaders call for immediate help as crisis in Pelican Narrows worsens
Editor's Note: This story has since been updated with responses from the Government of Saskatchewan and Indigenous Services Canada.There is also a clarification from the RCMP on the number of staff me...
Feb 05, 2024
Sask. Government wanting to take part in legal challenges against federal firearms ban
The Saskatchewan Government hopes to help overturn the federal firearms ban.Representatives plan on applying to intervene in the legal challenges currently before the Federal Court of Appeal.The origi...
Feb 05, 2024
First Nations leaders to respond to recommendations from JSCN inquest
After an emotional coroner's inquest concluded on Wednesday, First Nations leaders in Saskatchewan will respond to the nearly 30 recommendations made.A six-person jury and the presiding coroner presen...
Feb 01, 2024
Canadians gather to say a final goodbye to former NDP leader Ed Broadbent
Canada's first provincial First Nations premier singled out Ed Broadbent as a beacon of civility in politics Sunday as generations of political leaders gathered to bid a final goodbye to the left-lean...
Jan 28, 2024
U.K. suspends trade negotiations with Canada, each accuses the other of not budging
The United Kingdom is hitting the brakes on trade talks with Canada after Ottawa decided not to extend temporary measures put in place after Brexit. London announced the pause in negotiations Thursday...
Jan 26, 2024
CP NewsAlert: Federal use of Emergencies Act was unreasonable, judge rules
A judge has ruled it was unreasonable for the Liberal government to use the Emergencies Act to quell "Freedom Convoy" protests in the national capital and at key border points two years ago.In a decis...
Jan 23, 2024