Critic of school pronoun policy is one of two new Alberta senators
A corporate lawyer and a professor who has been a vocal critic of Alberta’s planned legislation on pronouns in schools are both now senators representing the province.
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Prime minister announces two Senate appointments for Alberta
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced two senate appointments for Alberta.
Broadcaster Charles Adler wants to meet with Manitoba chiefs after calls to pull Senate appointment
Broadcaster Charles Adler says he's asked for a face-to-face meeting with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs and its grand chief after the assembly called for Adler's recent Senate appointment to be rescinded over what it called «grossly offensive» comments he made about Indigenous communities 25 years ago.
Court rejects Ottawa's attempt to quash lawsuit challenging Governor General's appointment
The Quebec Superior Court has ruled that a lawsuit seeking to overturn Governor General Mary Simon's appointment can move forward and be heard on its merits.
Liberal House leader MacKinnon new labour minister, replacing O’Regan
Government House leader Steven MacKinnon has been sworn in as the federal Liberals’ new minister for labour and seniors.
Jennie Carignan takes command of Canadian Armed Forces in historic ceremony
Gen. Jennie Carignan has officially taken over command of the Armed Forces in a ceremony at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.
Princess Anne Shares First Statement Following Hospitalization
Princess Anne released her first statement following her hospitalization last week, after an incident involving a horse at her country home that left her with a concussion.
Canada Day celebrations kick off across country
Canadians will gather across the country today to mark Canada Day, a celebration of this country's 157th birthday.