Ottawa Observations: Saturday/Sunday, January 25 & 26, 2020

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for  Saturday/Sunday, January 25 & 26, 2020 


Canadians held in China / China tensions

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The Chinese coronavirus

China extends Lunar New Year holiday in bid to contain spread of coronavirus
Canadian officials now focusing on containing spread of coronavirus and reassuring public that risk is low
What Ontario didn't learn from SARS: During a public-health crisis, we need good information, clearly communicated
Hong Kong protesters torch planned coronavirus quarantine building
The coronavirus is now in Canada, but thanks to the lessons of SARS we are better prepared
China says death toll from coronavirus now 80, warns its ability to spread 'increasing'
Health officials expect more coronavirus cases, but say risk of outbreak in Canada remains low
In China, people wonder how open government is being over coronavirus
Health Officials seeking 30 passengers on Toronto-bound flight who may have been in contact with man who had coronavirus symptoms
SARS helped prepare us to fight the new coronavirus
Canada's first case of deadly coronavirus lands in Toronto
Canadian coronavirus patient showed symptoms on flight back from China, officials say
Health officials can reassure us all they want, but our system failed
Canada is much better' prepared for Wuhan coronavirus that it was for SARS: expert
Canada confirms country's first Wuhan coronavirus case in Toronto
China suspends tour groups from travelling abroad to slow spread of novel Coronavirus
Third and fourth US Wuhan coronavirus cases in California, fifth in Arizona
Get coronavirus information from credible sources: Public Health Officials
Global epidemic fears trump mess in mirror
As Fears of coronavirus outbreak grow, Chinese-Canadian mother and activist worries about racist backlash


Iranian Air crash

Anatomy of a Lie: how Iran Covered Up the Downing of an Airliner
'Impossible to forget them': Hundreds honour 2 mothers, children killed in Iran plane disaster
'This is unbearable': Mother, daughter killed in Iran plane crash put to rest in Canada
'Share the love as much as you can': Iranian community in Prince George mourns flight PS752 victims



Globe and Mail

Trudeau government to face two confidence votes on Throne Speech and USMCA this week
Trudeau faces a no-win decision on proposed Teck oil sands mine in northern Alberta
The Conservatives don't just need a new leader. They have to decide who they are
CBC TV is a shambles: Nobody watches TV out of patriotism
Peter MacKay officially launches bid for leadership of federal Conservatives
Alberta Senator Scott Tannas says new Canadian Senators Group will reach out to premiers, boost regional research
Note to Ottawa: Forget wireless bills, make sure Canada's ready for 5G
PM Justin Trudeau to welcome Venezuelan Opposition leader Juan Guaido
Dear Linda McQuaig: Government ownership is not the only answer to Canada's problems
Deputy Prime Minister asks Opposition not to delay new NAFTA
Scope of right-wing extremism vexed Canadian security officials, documents show
As inquiry into murder-suicide involving soldier with PTSD begins, NS veterans' clinics still struggle with few resources


CBC

Canadian Forces sending plane, crew to help fight Australian wildfires
Ransomeware attack on construction company raises questions about federal contracts


Toronto Star

Personal spending a party matter, Andrew Scheer says
As MacKay jumps in, Chong considering run for Conservative leader if there's a clear path to victory
Here's why Doug Ford may owe Peter MacKay a favour
Former cabinet minister Peter MacKay announces Conservative leadership bid


Toronto Sun

Native Band claims Harry's BC mansion on 'stolen land'
A leadership coronation won't help the Conservatives
Big tent conservatism has always included so-called So-cons is that changing?
The path forward for Conservatives grappling with social issues
Trudeau's been keeping it serious so far in 2020


National Post

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Maclean's

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Global

Venezuela's Juan Guaido to meet with Trudeau in Canada
Inquiry into deaths of former soldier Lionel Desmond and his family resume Monday
Gladu says she would allow private members bills and 'healthy discussion' on abortion rules
Freeland pens letter asking Opposition parties not to delay new NAFTA
Who's running for Conservative leader? A look at declared and potential candidates
Andrew Scheer says he'll run again as MP for Regina
Erin O'Toole to announce formal bid for Conservative leadership
Canadian politicians need to put aside and ratify CUSMA - ASAP
Former cabinet minister Peter MacKay announces Tory leadership bid


Miscellaneous