Sunday, February 24, 2019

Ottawa Observations: Saturday/Sunday, February 23 & 24, 2019



Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for   Saturday/Sunday, February 23 & 24, 2019


Liberals playing Clue in the Commons

Ottawa's review of Integrity Regime rules opens door for SNC-Lavalin
No. 1 question in SNC-Lavalin affair is whether Trudeau tainted rule of law
'A line ... was crossed' in SNC-Lavalin affair, says new Democrat MP
All eyes on Monday's Justice Committee
SNC-Lavalin's pickle in 'context' is not putting on 'pressure'
SNC-Lavalin affair strikes at the core or our democracy
Jody Wilson-Raybould has Trudeau in checkmate
How may times did Jody Wilson-Raybould need to say 'No'?
On SNC-Lavalin affair: Carr says 'reasonableness' of  Canadians will prevail as concerns simmer
Former Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould is quickly learning what happens to whistle-blowers in Canada


Canadians held in China 

Top Trump adviser says he is 'proud' of Trudeau for Huawei approach
Trump adviser Kudlow proud of Trudeau for staying with the law to Huawei case


Globe and Mail 

Stakes high for NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh as he vies for seat in Burnaby South by-election
U.S. tariffs could jeopardize USMCA in Parliament, Garneau warns


CBC

How Monday's byelections preview the key themes of this fall's federal election
For the NDP, the stakes in Monday's byelections are sky-high
'Horror-struck' family calls for release of Canadian detained in Egypt
Parliamentary Protective Service commits to anti-racism training
Under pressure: Inside an explosive week in the SNC Lavalin controversy
Liberals launch 2 new immigration pilots for foreign caregivers
B.C. lawsuit against Alberta turn-off-the-tap legislation dismissed for being filed too soon
'Tears of sadness for a life too short'" Former MP Paul Dewar remembered at memorial service
Care to share that? Ottawa cuts steel deal with Mexico - but doesn't tell trade tribunal
Why Quebec lawyers are struggling to prosecute form SNC-Lavalin executives
The Orange Wave's last stand? Outremont by-election a critical test for NDP in Quebec


Toronto Star

Conservatives, NDP  express qualified confidence in privy council clerk to flag election interference
How Canadian populism is playing out in the Burnaby South byelection
Attack flyers show Conservative candidate 'bleeding' support ahead of Burnaby-South byelection: Singh campaign
New immigration pilot program offers caregivers pathway to permanent residence
Immigrants who support People's Party of Canada reject accusations of xenophobia in Burnaby South
Tariffs could jeopardize new NAFTA deal in Parliament, transport minister warns
Liberals allege Jagmeet Singh's Facebook campaign ads violate election rules


Toronto Sun

Butts an ideologue who's good at winning elections
Family of Oakville man detained in Egypt calls on feds to step in
The NEB's re-approval of Trans Mountain welcomed, despite all the hurdles
Trudeau destroyed his promise of open government


National Post

Two more Canadian army officers removed from command - five in the last year relinquished command
Canada is trailblazer, but 'far more to be done' for women in conflict zones: UN official
Five things the government could do to help Canadian home buyers
Steel aluminum tariffs could jeopardize new NAFTA deal in Parliament, Garneau warns


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Global

Burnaby South byelection 2019 cheat sheet: A last minute voter's guide
Meet the candidates: Burnaby South offers up a party leader, former MLA, lawyer and former TV host
What's at stake for federal parties in Outremont byelection on Monday
Feds in 'very strong position' to wrap Indigenous Trans Mountain consultations within 90 days: Sohi
Canada renews call to allow aid into Venezuela, stands 'in solidarity' with people
Court rejects B.C.'s request to declare Alberta oil export law unconstitutional
Caregivers from abroad able to seek permanent residency under new pilot program
Tory senator must be removed after telling truckers to 'roll over every Liberal": MP


Miscellaneous 

NEB 'Reconsideration Report' a  New Low for Failing Agency

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