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Christian Paas-Lang - Journalist | CBC

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Canadians and Liberals split on giving the undocumented status: immigration minister

Immigration Minister Marc Miller says the federal government is continuing to investigateoptions for giving status to some undocumented people in Canada but he doesn't see consensus onthe issue in the country or in the government caucus.

Cabinet ministers flock to Liberal stronghold ahead of Toronto byelection

Cabinet ministers are spending a lot of time in a key Toronto riding ahead of a byelection later this month part of an attempt by the Liberals to hang on to a key strongholdas the Conservative Party rides high in the polls.

Federal parties aligning on need for speed with anti-foreign meddling bill

While some amendments are forthcoming, parties have generally looked to push a bill aimed at countering foreign interference swiftly through the legislative process.

The head of the UN says oil and gas ads should be banned. Where does Canada stand?

The head of the United Nations this week called for the end of fossil fuel advertising an international twist on an existing domestic fight.

Freeland says Canada welcomes Gaza ceasefire proposal, reiterates calls around hostages, aid

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said Canada welcomes the Gaza ceasefire proposal outlined by U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday.

Third-party political advertising is at a crossroads. Do the current rules protect voters' rights?

The Supreme Court of Canada heard arguments last week in a case examining whether Ontario's law limiting spending on third-party political advertising is unconstitutional. The case highlights what experts see as an evolving trend of election spending by groups such asunions, corporations and industry advocates.

It's time for Canada to 'step up' on military spending, U.S. senator says

North Dakota Sen. Kevin Cramer says Canada should commit to a plan to meet a NATO target of two per cent of GDP military spending, ahead of a summit in the United States in July.

Federal government highlights range of anti-auto theft measures

Federal ministers on Monday unveiled what they called a 'national action plan' on combatting auto theft, including a range of measures such as bolstering law enforcement and tightening legal penalties around the issue.

Liberal MP John Aldag announces resignation, looks to run for provincial NDP in B.C.

John Aldag has confirmed that he will resign his federal seat effective May 27, and will subsequently file papers to try to secure a nomination in the upcoming British Columbia provincial election under the NDP banner.

CBC chief says broadcaster isn't making specific plans for loss of public subsidy

Catherine Tait says that while the CBC is working to make itself more efficient and responsive to Canadians, it doesn't have a specific plan to prepare for a future Conservative government possibly terminating its federal subsidy.