Ottawa Observations: Thursday-Friday, November 9-10, 2023

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for   Thursday-Friday, November 9-10, 2023

Hamas/Israel/Gaza 

Anti-semitism a growing concern after spike in hate-related incidents 

Why do people hate Israel?

Thousands who were sheltering at Gaza City's hospitals flee as Israel-Hamas war closes in

Université de Montréal suspends lecturer filmed at Israel-Hamas protest

Brian Mulroney condemns rise of attacks against Jews and Jewish institutions 

Ottawa plays down British Travel Advisory that says terror attack attempt in Canada is 'very likely' 

MPs say Jewish Canadians have never been this scared as anti-semitism rises 

No Canadians approved to leave Gaza on Friday were able to exit

'It's not about Hamas' says West Bank Palestinian amid growing violence and anguish 

A generation gap in attitudes could be undermining support for Israel in the West 

A perilous journey for countless Palestinians trying to flee danger in Northern Gaza

US voices concern as Gaza hospitals hit, reported overall Palestinian death toll tops 11,000

Canada should press Israel to focus on release of Hamas hostages, says family member 

'Peace is very far': How the Israel-Hamas war is changing people on both sides of the conflict

Foreign affairs minister walks back Israel-Hamas comments, as Justin Trudeau calls for 'humanitarian pause'

Canada agrees on need to 'work for a ceasefire' in Israel-Hamas war, Mélanie Joly says

Mayor Olivia Chow calls for ceasefire and release of hostages in Israel-Hamas war

Fighting near hospitals in north Gaza, as Palestinians flee to overcrowded shelters 

No Canadians approved to leave Gaza on Friday were able to exit: Global Affairs 

Liberals hope Gaza humanitarian pauses mean more evacuees, freeing of hostages 

Melanie Joly needs to clarify carless Hamas comments 

Don't use Remembrance Day to push pro-Hamas agenda

Negotiate with Hamas? Is Melanie Joly serious?

Schools shot up, students attacked, synagogue firebombed in Montreal 

Trudeau finally takes a strong stand against anti-semitism 

Gaza protest delays commuters at Union Station  

The terrible cost of rising anti-Semitism

Trudeau calls attacks on Jewish institutions 'acts of terrorism'

UK says terror attack 'very likely' to strike Canada as Ottawa labels threat 'medium'

Montreal university cancels class of teacher filmed at Gaza protest insulting Jews: 'Go back to Poland'

Screening of Hamas horrors reportedly organized ty Gal Godot met by violent protests 

'I felt very unsafe': Top Conservative says Senators, MPs 'under attack' by Pro-Palestinian protesters in Ottawa.  

Melanie Joly embarasses herself

Indigo CEO accused of 'funding genocide' in latest anti-semitic attack 

Canadians cleared to leave Gaza on Friday were unable to exit 

Majority of Canadians agree with Canada's support for Israel in war against Hamas: Poll

The International Criminal Court must prosecute Hamas's war crimes 

Hamas answered Hitler's call: Brian Mulroney's speech to the World Jewish Congress 

Trudeau's failure of moral leadership on violence against Jews 

'Your land is in Europe': How anti-Israel crowds at Concordia University turned violent

International aid groups call for end to 'hemorrhage of human lives' in Gaza

Hundreds turn out in Vancouver to call for Gaza ceasefire 

Ukraine/Russia War           

Putin., top military leaders visit southern military headquarters to assess state of war in Ukraine 

Hints of a military breakthrough for Ukraine overshadowed by concerns about the future 

Globe and Mail

Hong Kong activists in Canada want hotline due to ongoing intimidation  

How Canada - and Bay Street - squandered the chance to finance the critical minerals revolution 

Top 1% of tax filers saw income rise by almost 10% in 2021, Statistics Canada says

Ex-RCMP  intelligence director Ortis tells jury Canada 'small marble' next to US on national-security issues 

National Defence receives largest cut in first wave of federal spending review 

Blinken urges Indian counterparts to co-operate with Canada in murder probe of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

Former Intelligence director on trial for allegedly sharing secrets testified that he did not betray national police force 

Holland tells provincial dental groups to sign confidentiality agreements for more details

Procurement department launches review of IT firms accused of contracting misconduct

Pablo Rodriguez faces questions about whether he misled Commons committee on Laith Marouf

Liberals back NDP MPs bill to criminalize coercive behaviour 

Freeland to release fall economic statement on November 21

New bill would ban replacement workers in federal workplaces during strikes, lockouts 

Huawei still filing patents tied to work with Canadian universities after Ottawa's restrictions 

CBC

Alleged RCMP leader says he was tipped off that police targets had 'moles' in law enforcement 

MPs grill federal green fund chair who took part in decision to grant her own firm $217,000 

This just in: The rich are getting richer

Senators accused of shutting down debate on carbon tax carve out bill 

Conservative premiers ask for meeting with PM on carbon tax carve-outs 

Liberals table bill to ban replacement workers, fulfilling a key NDP demand 

Head of Federal green fund targeted b whistleblowers resigns

Ottawa, lawyers reach $55M deal on First Nations child welfare legal files 

Blinken again urges India to cooperate as Canada probes killing of pro-Khalistan activist 

Trudeau government unveils plans to cut $500 million in spending 

Federal government to table fall economic statement on November 21 

Toronto/Vancouver Star

Ontario Liberal rivals' plot to take down Bonnie Crombie smacks of desperation - and looks terrible

Tenant woes leave one homeowner close to the edge 

If the regulators could have acted sooner, could the Traynor Ridge debacle have been avoided?

Olivia Chow's big plans for the city come with one big problem 

Access to books with LGBTQ themes restricted by Ontario's Waterloo Catholic District School Board

Accused RCMP leaker tells of clandestine operation, moles inside law enforcement 

The carbon price is now off home heating oil - but the cost of oil is still high 

Foreign meddling inquiry turns to experienced hands as deadlines loom 

RCMP investigation videos that warn travellers not to fly Air India

This parliamentary committee was set to study women's health. The problem? It was made up of mostly male MPs

Ontario to ban Canadian work experience requirement in job postings

Ontario consulting on how to better support job-seeking veterans, military spouses 

Four Ontario municipalities turn down strong mayor powers 

Toronto Sun

Take time to remember those who have served Canada 

'ArriveSCAM' app? Nice work if you can get it

Premier Ford doesn't care about Ontario's housing crisis 

Push to 'decolonize' the National War Memorial only a matter of time 

Lest we forget: They made the ultimate sacrifice 

National Post

$100,000 drug seizure caps '14 days of hell' for officers t BC prison: Union

'Sick and twisted': Edmonton police confirm 11 year old child was intentionally killed in daytime shooting 

Canadian Armed Forces to chaplains - praying is too traumatic for soldiers 

Second day of Toronto Pearson airport delays due to 'non urgent security issue'

NDP private bill on criminalizing coercive control earns backing from Liberals, Tories 

New bill would ban replacement workers in federal workplaces during strikes, lockouts

BC Green deputy leader fired for liking 'hateful' post about Bonnie Henry says it was accidental 

'Outrageous': Senate abruptly adjourns third reading debate on farm heating bill 

Ottawa MP Mona Fortier denies rumours of imminent resignation, replacement by Mark Carney

Liberal immigration plan exposes the folly of big government 

Global          

Fears of gang war in Edmonton after child slain during targeted attack on criminal father 

Police believe 11 year old son and father shot in Edmonton were both intentionally killed 

Engineers Canada urges Alberta to reconsider change to rules around 'engineer' title

A new bill wants to criminalize 'coercive'  conduct in Canada. What is it?

Top 1% of Canada's earners getting richer, while lowest half see incomes drop 

Alberta to let cabinet choose limits, rules about gifts for politicians 

Accused RCMP leaker Cameron Ortis sets out his defence 

Defence committee wants open bidding process for military planes 

Advocates warn of 'gaping holes' in accessibility law amid issues facing travellers 

After Maine foreign influence ban, Hydro-Quebec US reflect on 'very bad' time

Ottawa, Mayors won't 'slow things down' on housing despite premiers' criticism 

Freeeland will give fall economic statement November 21 amid affordability crunch 

Ottawa tables bill to ban 'scab' workers in federally regulated sectors 

New photos released as hunt for fugitive BC sex offender nears one week

Union warns of 'insane' drug problem at BC prison

Popularity of Port Albert's 'Hole in the Wall' raises safety concerns 

Storm threat in wildfire zone prompts overnight closure of Highway 1 through Fraser Canyon 

BC Vaccination campaign one-month status report 

Repairs on Delta's damaged Highway 17A overpass delayed amid community pushback

BC Tories call for top doctor's  job over continue vaccine mandates for health-care workers 

Help for BC kids with special needs put off as government delays: Advocate

 

Miscellaneous            

'DULF, as we knew it, is dead'

We interrupt  this mood of denial to update COVID's threat 

Housing's Social value must be part of the solution 

Alberta's current carbon tax scheme is an unfair sham 

You're paying for Uber's profits 

Why are Ministry Child Welfare workers in BC exempt from External oversight?