Federal Politics

Journalism professor applauds the passing of Canada’s online streaming bill

A controversial bill to regulate streaming services recently passed the Senate and one Saskatchewan professor said she's grateful for it.Patricia Elliott teaches journalism at First Nations University...

May 12, 2023

'Persona non grata': Canada expelling Chinese diplomat after threats to Tory MP

The Liberal government moved Monday to expel Chinese diplomat Zhao Wei, who Canada's spy agency alleged was involved in a plot to intimidate Conservative MP Michael Chong and his relatives in Hong Kon...

May 08, 2023

Trudeau says King Charles is 'deeply aligned' with Canadian priorities

LONDON - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said King Charles is deeply aligned with the fundamental priorities of Canadians on reconciliation and the environment. Trudeau made the comments while speaking ...

May 07, 2023

Canada announces plans to place King Charles on $20 bill, coins

The image of King Charles will eventually replace the queen on Canada's $20 bill and its coins, the federal government announced during Saturday's coronation events. A news release from Prime Minister...

May 06, 2023

Public service union says weekend bargaining yields progress on wages, job security

OTTAWA - The union representing more than 100,000 striking public servants says it's made some progress on wage demands and job security during weekend negotiations with the federal government.The Pub...

Apr 30, 2023

Federal government touts "final" offer to striking public service union as fair

OTTAWA - The federal government is describing the contract proposal extended on Friday to the union representing more than 100,000 striking public servants as its final offer. The Treasury Board issue...

Apr 29, 2023

PAGC visits largest tribal police force in U.S.

Following major incidents in Saskatchewan, including the mass stabbings at James Smith Cree Nation, there has been heightened interest in the establishment of more tribal police services.To gain more ...

Apr 28, 2023

Public service union to picket at locations with more impact as strike enters Day 6

One of Canada's largest labour disruptions has entered a sixth day as the union representing thousands of striking public-service workers looks to hamper access to ports.The Public Service Alliance of...

Apr 24, 2023

Public-service strike: Union stepping up picketing efforts starting Monday

OTTAWA - Canada's biggest federal public service union is preparing to ramp up its ongoing strike by moving picket lines to strategic locations such as ports on Monday. Public Service Alliance of Cana...

Apr 23, 2023

Métis Nation discusses Île-à-la-Crosse Residential School with people from across globe

The Mtis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is hoping to gain international advocates in its quest to help get the le--la-Crosse Residential School properly recognized. Thousands are in New York this week tak...

Apr 20, 2023