Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Ottawa Observations: Wednesday, October 19, 2016



Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for October 19, 2016.


CRA recovers $240-million in real estate tax-fraud probe, but lags in B.C.
Less urgency for electoral reform after Harper defeat, Trudeau says
What's a popular prime minister to do about electoral reform
Bank of Canada weighs further interest-rate cut amid sluggish exports
Enbridge cutting 530 jobs in attempt to spur growth
Advisory groups' economic blueprint calls for dramatic increase in immigration, foreign investment
Federal civil servant pay backlog likely won't be fixed this month
B.C. MP Peter Julian quits as NDP House leader to explore leadership bid
Morneau's advisory group outlines plan to boost economy
In the race to replace Harper, have Conservatives learned nothing?
Here's why Liberal leaders score well in popularity, performance
Trudeau says government's popularity has dampened public's desire for electoral reform
Mental health care a priority for Liberals, but no blank cheques for the provinces, says Philpott
McCallum says 50% increase in immigration to 450,000 might be too ambitious
Quebec First Nations may try to block Algonquin land claim
'Broken promise:' Critics question Trudeau's electoral reform plan as Liberals celebrate 1st year in office
Trade Minister Freeland meets with Wallonia leadership in effort to save CETA deal
Let's not kid ourselves, Canada is in the war business
Amid funding debate, a tweet causes trouble among health ministers
Peter Julian steps down as NDP House leader to consider leadership bid
Government falling behind in clearing Phoenix payroll backlog by October 31 deadline
Progress report on Justin Trudeau's election campaign promises, one year later
Trudeau, federal Liberals support still soaring after election
How Trudeau can bring diversity to Supreme Court
The year-long gabfest
No, Canadians aren't racist - just sensible
Trudeau's carbon plan will make us poorer
A feminist PM and a not-so-feminist RCMP commish
Is Trudeau trying to pull a fast one on electoral reform?
Canada's big city mayors like Trudeau's style but want to see more infrastructure cash
Bank of Canada was close to cutting interest rate Wednesday, Stephen Poloz reveals
Trudeau confounds provinces with Conservative policies in Liberal clothing
A mania for consultations: From Canada Post to fish habitat, Ottawa wants to know your thoughts
Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland meets Wallonian leader to try to overcome final CETA impasse
'One of the largest land claims in the country': Algonquins sign agreement with Ontario, federal government
State memorial planned for former Alberta premier Jim Prentice




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