Ottawa Observations: Thursday-Friday, September 8 & 9, 2022

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for  Thursday-Friday, September 8-9, 2022

The Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

King Charles to be proclaimed Canada's new sovereign in Rideau Hall ceremony 

Canadians across country mourn Queen Elizabeth, a 'steady presence through tumultuous times'

King Charles III vows lifelong commitment to service as Britain enters mourning period for Queen Elizabeth  

How Canada's legislatures are marking Queen Elizabeth's death

In King Charles, Canada can expect a very different monarch

In London, tale of two crowds on display as mourners honour beloved Queen, cast skeptical eye on King

What King Charles needs to do to win Canada's heart

The Queen was from another age. That's why she was so good at her job

King Charles to take control of royal estate estimated to be worth US$27-billion

In visits to Canada, Queen Elizabeth left her mark as British history's most travelled monarch 

A loss of a link to the past and some of the fairy dust of Canada's constitutional monarchy 

'She was one of my favourite people': Trudeau mourns passing of Queen Elizabeth 

King Charles to be proclaimed Canada's new sovereign in ceremony on Saturday 

'I will miss her so': Trudeau mourns the death of Canada's Queen 

Queen Elizabeth Canada's head of state, dead at 96

New Canadians among first to swear oath to King Charles 

What Queen Elizabeth's lifetime of duty should mean to us now 

With Queen Elizabeth's death, Canada prepares for an official mourning period 

Indigenous groups share condolences after death of Queen Elizabeth, but colonial past leaves some conflicted 

King Charles III ascends to the throne: What happens now?

King Charles III accession ceremony scheduled at Rideau Hall; Prince William becomes Prince of Wales 

King Charles the Great? Why the underappreciated, long-suffering heir will make a very, very good ruler

Queen Elizabeth's legacy to live on in BC: Premier John Horgan

The Queen's death will provide a useful diversion - at least for a few days - for a world gripped by recession and war

Plans underway to display giant painting of the Queen that hun in old Winnipeg Arena 

'I thought that you were drunk': Queen remembered by ex-Governor General and PMs for her graciousness  - and sense of humour  

With Charles as King, the magic is gone 

Woke haters unleash bitter brew of bile on Queen Elizabeth 

King Charles ushers in new royal era

Accession ceremony for King Charles III to happen Saturday at Rideau Hall

Prince Harry and Meghan tread delicate path after Queen's death 

Queen funny, kind, generous, former PM Mulroney says

Queen Elizabeth II, antitdote to perpetual uproar

Harry visiting ailing Queen Elizabeth without Meghan a smart move

Condolences for a Queen: Dozens pen messages to Elizabeth II

Members of some diaspora communities call for Canada to break ties to Crown

Queen Elizabeth II was an anchor in an angry and unsettled era 

With the Queen's death, Prince Harry has never looked so alone

Queen Elizabeth II had an unwavering place in the hearts of her people

Moronic fantasies behind the hatred of King Charles 

No plan in place yet for return of House of Commons to pay tribute to Canada's Queen

King's speech, deconstructed: What Charles implied about his reign and future of royal family 

'My life will, of course, change': King Charles III pledges lifelong service in first public address

Who will now inherit the Queen's beloved corgis?

Elizabeth II was a near-perfect monarch, but perfection isn't necessary

King Charles III to be proclaimed as Canada's new head of State Saturday

King Charles III names son Prince of Wales in 1st speech, vows 'unswerving devotion'

Paddington Bear and other celebs say a sweet farewell to Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth death: What's next for Canada's 10 days of mourning 

Queen Elizabeth's official portraits draped in black as BC residents mourn 

Lieutenant Governor of BC's statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada

Queen Elizabeth dies at the age of 96

What can we expect from King Charles III?

After Elizabeth: Unpopular Heirs and a change Canada 

Queen Elizabeth II, 1926-2022

The many times the Queen graced the cover of Maclean's 

The Queen: 23 Canadian visits in 23 photos

How Queen Elizabeth was taught to rule

Ukraine/Russia War

 

How has Ukraine managed to turn the tide of war?

'Substantial victory' for Ukraine as section of Russian front line crumbles near Kharkiv

Ukraine and Taiwan are now forced to play for time 

Globe and Mail

RCMP locate vehicle they believe was used by suspect after Saskatchewan stabbing rampage  

The beast of addiction in Indigenous communities remains untamed

Shattered James Smith Cree Nation community members gather at Saskatchewan stabbing suspect's wake

Unions win big across Canada as bargaining collides with inflation 

Canada's jobless rate jumps to 5.4% as hiring falls for third consecutive month 

Trudeau had 'epic battle' with former finance minister over budget spending, new book says 

The Liberals look like their done, or would be if the Tories weren't determined to save them

The polarizing Pierre Poilievre: Would he work to unit Canada as a leader, or continue to grow the divide?

Conservatives say Queen's death won't delay announcement of new leader this weekend

Interim dental care plan will pay up to $650 a child, as part of Ottawa's new affordability package, sources say

CBC

Ottawa to give $650 annually to low and mid-income families for kids' dental care, sources say

Conservatives leadership event going ahead as planned during period of mourning 

Yukon Premier Sandy Silver to step down, asks Liberal Party to find a new leader

Missing vehicle accused killer Myles Sanderson is believed to have travelled in has been found

Senior RCMP officer admits he didn't brief Commissioner Lucki about guns or fallout 

Canada has lost 40,000 jobs in August, 3rd monthly decline in a row 

Health Canada approve Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5

CityNews hires Lisa LaFlamme as special correspondent 

Why it is so hard for the Bank of Canada to crush inflation 

Administrator put in charge of Thunder Bay police oversight body details divisions, governance failings  

Energy regulator rations water supply for oil, gas companies in Northeast BC amid drought 

Power restoration to Jasper, 'extremely challenging' as wildfire battle continues 

'We all have to come together' says James Smith Cree Nation chief after stabbing tragedy 

UCP leadership candidates unite to take aim at Danielle Smith's sovereignty act 

Ontario passes 'strong mayor' legislation, giving Toronto, Ottawa mayors veto power

Nearly 60% of British Columbians find it difficult to access a doctor or have no access at all: poll

Toronto/Vancouver Star

Vancouver fire that destroyed Downtown Eastside street church in July now ruled arson

Wildfires in BC and US prompt haze, air-quality statements in southern BC

Trudeau, Horgan meet after Liberal cabinet retreat marked by Queen's death

Pierre Poilievre's callous courting of Canada's 'deplorables' 

How did Saskatchewan stabbings suspect Myles Sanderson die? A look at the public's path to answers 

Liberals plan cost-of-living help, but delay announcement due to Queen's death

Is this the best way to pick party leaders? Stephen Harper didn't think so

Pierre Poilievre wants to steal the labour vote. NDP insiders say they have a plan to stop him

Parti Quebecois leader supports candidate who made explicit video 

While the Bank of Canada tries to kill inflation, the Liberal government risks giving it new life 

Toronto Sun

Public education process mediocrity - students, parents and teachers deserve better

Will Justin Trudeau stay or go?

Tories to announce new leader with 'revised program' reflecting Queen's death

National Post

UCP leads NDP: Brian Jean prefer by party supporters as conservative leader: poll

Parti Quebecois leader supports candidate who made porm video distributed on adult platforms 

Lisa LaFlamme scooped up by Rogers to cover Queen Elizabeths funeral in London

Myles Sanderson's brutal crimes spotlight a disgraceful justice system

As Francois Legault divides, Quebec is diminished 

The Conservative MP who's fed up with the menace of woke corporations 

Remember Canada's fight against Venezuela's dictator? We lost

 

Global          

Evacuation alert issued for Hope as wildfire grows to 50 hectares  

Smoky skies forecasted for BC's South coastal areas for the weekend, meteorologist says

Fire breaks out in Vancouver's Chinatown following explosions: police 

Ministry of Health reworking seizure-care plan in BC schools amid serious parental concerns 

'Anything is possible' Vancouver delegation shares takeaways on San Francisco Chinatown tour

BC bracing for rough flu season as health experts encourage vaccination

Environmental groups give BC failing grades on old growth forest protection plan 

BC NDP leadership candidate Anjali Appadurai investigated for potential Elections Act breach

Stewart and Sim frontrunners for Vancouver mayoral election, poll finds

Saskatchewan RCMP locate vehicle believed to be used by mass stabbing suspect

Trudeau to announce GST rebate hike in new affordability plan: sources

Miscellaneous            

Economist declares that negotiating power has swung to buyers in Metro Vancouver real estate market

Green Party-NPA coalition has mismanaged enrolment in ways that harm children and families 

All eligible Vancouver voters can vote by mail 

Vancouver needs three-step plan to help house homeless people now

Vancouver city councillor witnesses 'massive explosion' in Chinatown 

Finding Home: My Vancouver Odyssey

A Spring election pitting Trudeau against Poilievre?

Nurses sound alarm on Police Violence

How Indigenous people were blamed for Wildfire Devastation

The Housing system has failed everyone there

A continent transformed by Wildfire, Then and Now

Remembering a Downtown Eastside Warrior 

Should we Shrug at COVID? These numbers say no