At this point, it might be easier to report on who isn’t running for Mayor of Calgary, because a very crowded field has yet another contender: Calling herself a fiscal conservative, long-time CTV news anchor Barb Higgins announced Wednesday she’s joining the race to become Calgary’s next mayor. “I have researched and written the news […]

Elizabeth May, facing internal dissent and leadership challenges from within, has picked up an enforcer: The federal Green Party is hoping a former NHL tough guy will help beef up the party’s presence in Quebec. Green Leader Elizabeth May on Saturday named Georges Laraque as a deputy leader of the Green Party of Canada. The […]

The first rule of political events is usually “don’t dance” (followed closely by “avoid hairnets”). But, then again, if playing the piano can humanize Stephen Harper, why shouldn’t Ignatieff bust a move or two? The man looks like he’s enjoying himself on the Liberal Express, which is a refreshing change for a politician who hasn’t […]

Ignatieff’s proposed asbestos ban may have killed deal A mining company says Michael Ignatieff might be responsible for stalling the reopening of one of Canada’s last asbestos mines. The Jeffrey Mine says it had a Chinese investor lined up and willing to invest $40 million, but that its would-be partner became scared over comments from […]

Jay Hill announces he won’t run in the next election.

This government is fiscally conservative…except when it comes to spending money: Ottawa to spend $16-billion on fighter jets he Harper government is confirming it will spend $16-billion for the latest generation of fighter jets from Lockheed Martin. But the government is fending off complaints that making one of the biggest military purchases in Canadian history […]

The Wildrose Alliance releases their response to “Ted Morton is the Man“. I had my mocking muscles all ready to go on this one, but it’s actually not bad. No word yet on whether or not we’ll be treated to a Swann song…

Before I jump in, let me be clear on two points: 1. This model has evolved over the past 3 years (though Stockwell Day will deny it has) and each step in it involved a lot of thought, testing, and consideration. 2. I’m completely 100% open to criticism and suggested improvements. I’m sure it can […]

On Wednesday, the Alberta Liberals ran full page newspaper ads in the Calgary Herald and Edmonton Journal urging other parties to co-operate with them to offer a progressive alternative to the Progressive Conservatives. Even though it’s hard to keep track of all the new parties that keep springing up in Alberta, at first glance it […]

University of Waterloo President David Johnston