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The Weekly Roundup - November 1, 2024
October was a whirlwind month with three provincial elections and the Ontario and Alberta legislatures resuming. November brings New West's insights on the United Conservative Party’s AGM, Ontario’s Fall Economic Statement, and federal updates from Ottawa—featuring Pierre Poilievre’s bold housing policy and the Liberals’ plans to counter Conservative momentum.
Battle for BC: Eby Wins Another Majority Government in Historically Close Election, Final Ballot Count Continues
After a tight election, B.C. Premier David Eby returned to the legislature, securing a narrow NDP win and a historic third consecutive term. Eby faces a slim majority and the challenge of appointing a speaker, promising unity and a focus on key issues.
Showdown in Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan Stays the Course, but Sends Moe a Message
The Saskatchewan Party clinches its fifth straight majority, defying doubts after 17 years in power. Despite urban gains for the NDP, voters solidified Scott Moe’s leadership for another term. Both parties must confront challenges ahead, with Moe hinting at healthcare reforms and affordability measures amid a changing political landscape.
Battle for BC (Hangs by a Thread): It's Déjà Vu as Election Result Mirrors 2017
The BC election remains too close to call, with the NDP leading the Conservatives by just one seat. Absentee ballots and recounts will determine the final result. Both parties aim for 47 seats to secure a majority, while the Greens may hold crucial influence in a minority government.
Showdown in Saskatchewan: Debate Likely Does Little to Sway Undecided Voters
The race for Premier of Saskatchewan is heating up as leaders Scott Moe and Carla Beck focus on key issues like healthcare, education, and the economy. With undecided voters still in play, both parties are pushing hard to sway the electorate ahead of election day on October 28, making final campaign pitches.
The Weekly Roundup - October 15, 2024
The House of Commons adjourns until October 21 amid a privilege debate over access to key documents. Pharmacare passed in the Senate, but Alberta raised concerns. Tensions with India escalate over RCMP allegations, and internal Liberal unrest grows as MPs question Trudeau's leadership ahead of a foreign interference inquiry.
Showdown in Saskatchewan: Who Can Carve Out Votes this Thanksgiving Weekend?
As Thanksgiving approaches, Saskatchewan residents are likely to discuss the upcoming provincial election. Leaders Scott Moe and Carla Beck have spent weeks pitching their visions on key issues like healthcare, education, and the economy. With urban voters favoring Beck’s call for change and rural voters sticking with Moe, the race is heating up.
The Weekly Roundup - October 9 2024
Parliament is stalled as opposition parties demand documents on Sustainable Development Technology Canada. A privilege debate has halted all other business. Pharmacare moves through the Senate, while Mark Carney faces Conservative scrutiny. Alberta’s Premier Smith issues a legal ultimatum, Ontario preps for fall session, and elections loom in BC and Saskatchewan.
Battle for BC: Conservative Momentum Grows as Tight Race Continues in BC
BC NDP Leader David Eby and B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad are now two weeks into the 2024 BC election, pitching themselves to voters on topics including reconciliation and Indigenous relations, healthcare, affordability, energy, and how paper straws suck.
The Weekly Roundup - September 30, 2024
Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The federal statutory holiday means that the House of Commons and Senate resume business on Tuesday, October 1