Ottawa Observations: Thursday-Friday, March 30-31, 2023

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for Thursday-Friday,  March 30-31,  2023

                         

Ukraine/Russia War

 

Ukraine supported concerned over lack of new military aid in federal budget 

Ukraine marks grim Bucha anniversary, calls for justice

Freeland says drop in foreign-aid spending is not a cut, Ukraine fight is pivotal

Globe and Mail

Bodies of two more migrants found along Canada-US border, bringing death toll to eight  

Trudeau defends appointment of minister's sister-in-law as interim ethics commissioner

Liberals stand by appointment of cabinet minister's sister-in-law as interim ethics commissioner

Will the sale of Freedom Mobile in the Rogers-Shaw deal lead to lower wireless prices for Canadians?

If Rogers-Shaw deal is good for competition, how is it good for Rogers-Shaw?

Promises and penalties: Consumers finally have a seat at the telecom table

Canadian economy regains momentum, thwarts recession calls 

Former Conservative leader Erin O'Toole is resigning his seat and departing federal politics 

What the Rogers takeover of Shaw means for consumers 

Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador board member suspended after profane, anti-police tweet

Toronto planners issue critical report on Ontario Place Spa proposal

Syphillis cases in babies skyrocket in Canada amid health care failures

Months after its launch Canada's new investment industry regulator finally has a proposed name 

The Federal minimum wage is going up. Where does it apply and how do provinces compare?

Union holds rally as deadline for federal workers to go back to the office arrives 

Pierre Poilievre accuses Liberals of censoring debate on Bill C-11

Plan for paid leave after a miscarriage prompts questions over who qualifies 

House passes bill creating carve-outs for farmers in Canada's carbon pricing scheme

Pierre Poilievre is neither for nor against the Liberals' industrial strategy. Quite the opposite

RCMP not investigating foreign interference in Vancouver's 2022 election, despite CSIS report 

CBC

Liberal MP says he won his riding 'fair and square' after rival tells committee he was undermined by Beijing

Farmers call on MP's to block UK deal if beef barriers remain

Former Conservative leader Erin O'Toole not seeking re-election, leaving federal politics this spring

Critics call out a lack of measures in the federal budget to push down the high cost of housing 

Petition for an inquiry into widespread abuse in sports tabled in the House of Commons 

MP Han Dong serves Global News with libel notice, demands retraction and apology

Canadian company develops test for animal tranquilizer in street drugs - but it's not available in Canada 

MPs to hold committee hearings on wood pulp giant 

Trudeau promises change as Ottawa reacts to NS mass shooting report

Opposition cries foul after minister's in-law appointed interim ethics commissioner

Lucki's gun call wasn't political interference but new rules are needed: NS mass shooting report 

Canada Soccer, CONCACAF officials defend controversial Canadian Soccer business deal at MP committee

Former CSIS officials say decades of China warnings went unheeded

Ottawa considers restoring Hockey Canada's funding after 9 month freeze

Federal budget promises to improve air travel but advocates are skeptical 

Former MP Candice Bergen will help lead Manitoba Progressive Conservative election campaign

Toronto/Vancouver Star

           

Former Premier John Horgan officially resigns seat of Langford-Juan de Luca

BC Ferry Commissioner proposes up to 9.2 percent fare hike, final number on September 30

Hit TV Series "The Last of Us' to film Season Two in Vancouver, mayor says

Vancouver asks artist, vigil keepers to end Indigenous children's shoe memorial

Former Liberal Cabinet Minister John Rustad acclaimed leader of BC Conservatives 

Legal changes would require explanation for questionable wealth in BC

Rush for Diabetes and weight-loss Ozempic puts cross-border sales in spotlight 

'A very emotional day': Pope Francis grants Indigenous Canadians' request, denouncing doctrine blamed for colonialism 

'We question why?' Why is this happening?': Eight migrants perish in the bitter waters of the St. Lawrence River 

Doug Ford calls federal environment minister 'a real piece of work'

Freeland says budget lacked housing measures because 2022 funds still being spent

Were you moved by Budget day?

Perhaps Trudeau is right that now is the time to spend

Canadian governments have ignored Chinese interference warnings for 30 years, former  CSIS agent says   

'I didn't participate,' Trudeau cabinet minister says of sister-in-law's selection as ethics watchdog 

MP Han Dong serves Global news with libel notice over foreign interference report 

Police investigating break-ins at homes of two Trudeau advisers, report says

Canadians will pay more on carbon p[ricing  than Ottawa gives them in rebates, watchdog says

Toronto Sun

Only April Fools believe carbon tax hike won't cost more

Relatives of those killed in NS mass shooting say work has only just begun

Suspected 'hate-motivated' incident terrorized commuters at Kennedy TTC station

Doug Ford government foot-dragging means rapist cop can't be fired 

Liberal spending won't solve country's debt problem

Trudeau government spending like 'drunken sailors'

Federal Carbon tax up 30% April 1

CBC drag queens talking with kids story draws different reactions 

Report finds 'missed opportunities' led to Nova Scotia massacre

Trudeau's Liberal's now blaming the Mounties for $6,000 a night hotel room

Most who pay carbon tax worse off - PBO

National Post

Eight dead, including children, near Akwesasne were trying to cross border into US, police say

OPP has been trying for years to fire officer convicted of recording sex assault on woman: Commissioner 

Beijing apologists have conjured a racist bogeyman. It's total nonsense

MP Han Dong serves Global News with libel notice over foreign interference report 

Two months before Alberta election, NDP has momentum in tight race, poll suggests 

New counter-interference office must answer to Parliament, not a ministry: former CSIS officer

Wanted: new federal ethics commissioner, Salary $110,000 less than the others were paid

Canada will be sending one of its astronauts to the moon. Here's what to know about them 

Did the Mass Casualty Commission fall prey to 'mission creep'

Work from home is the new normal in Canada. Just accept it

Criticized as toothless, Australia's foreign-influence registry is a warning as Canada plans its own

Global          

Here are the ways life will be more expensive in BC starting April 1

'Not in my right mind': Apology from man behind multiple random Vancouver assaults 

'Full meal deal' : BC search and rescue training flight saves hypothermic men, dog

RCMP contract backpay leave BC municipalities with bill of up to $145M

'The Last of Us' season 2 will be shot in Vancouver

Free prescribed contraception begins in BC on April 1. Is your method covered?

Penticton among BC cities looking to limit public drug use amid decriminalization

BC to deploy specialized prosecutor teams to target repeat violent offenders 

John Rustad acclaimed leader of BC Conservatives 

No, you cannot bet a ticket for driving in Washington State with an outdated ICBC decal

Former Premier John Horgan officially resigns BC seat of Langford Juan de Fuca

Merritt continues to search for hospital closure solutions  

Families of BC assault victims share impact of witness video shared online

BC Ferries Commissioner OKs 9.2% yearly fare hikes

Han Dong serves Global News with libel notice over foreign intelligence report 

Erin O'Toole's legacy will be defined by what comes after his political exit 

On Foreign interference, Canada playing whack a mole to China's chess: expert

Liberal's streaming bill closer to passing after House OKs most Senate amendments 

Rogers-Shaw deal approved - with 'unprecedented conditions. Here's what to know

Liberal Dominic Leblanc's sister-in-law named interim ethics czar for six months 

Vatican formally renounces Discovery Doctrine after decades of Indigenous demands

'Work to be done': 1 year after residential schools apology, Vatican rejects Doctrine of Discovery 

Miscellaneous            

How Damaging is the Danielle Smith Recording?

Please Advise! Can Danielle Smith make my DUI go away?

Ten Years Old and 'already screwed'

As Nurses, we oppose BC's New Paths to Forced Hospitalization 

'Pick up the Investigation' What I told Senators about Canada's Climate Coverup

Danielle Smith's long mission to privatize health care 

Jenny Kwan's case for an inquiry into China Election Interference Claims

Vancouver Council rejects plan to slow Broadway Evictions 

Why There's a Teacher Shortage. And How to Fix it

Renters face another hot summer with scant protections