Getting the Insight Out
As power in Canadian political parties continues to centralize around the leader, the discipline imposed on party caucuses has become stricter. This tightening of protocols critically affects members of Parliament’s ability to represent their constituencies, as well as alienating them from the party leadership.
In late January 2026, Pierre Poilievre will face a leadership review. The political test is set to take place in Alberta, where Poilievre’s brand of conservatism is most popular. This locale may strategically favor Mr. Poilievre, as it will stimulate turnout for his core base. Concurrently, certain Conservatives have been publicly critical of his leadership, but since they are mostly based in other parts of the country, convincing them to partake in the leadership vote may prove challenging. However, critics may be favored by the voting system. Thus, although the strategic location of the convention and the lack of a clear successor may advantage Pierre Poilievre, growing discontent may muddy the waters.
The emergence of Bill 2 reveals a profound crisis of state legitimacy in Quebec’s health sector, where declining trust and mounting physician exit jeopardize the future of universal health care.
This article discusses the government’s cap on new study permits and its financial impact on universities across Canada. The cut in 2025, with a much sharper reduction signalled for 2026, is drastically affecting operating budgets, resulting in job losses and limiting research capabilities at Canadian universities. It explores whether universities can pivot away from a high reliance on international tuition, or whether this will continue to cause financial issues as cuts become more drastic.
Canada’s claims to Arctic legitimacy depend on Indigenous authority and presence, yet sovereignty remains defined by Ottawa, revealing how reconciliation falters when the North remains governed by the South.
As Canada looks toward strengthening its economy in the wake of a decisive American tariff regime, the federal and provincial governments have turned their focus to removing barriers that impede domestic trade. This article will explore the barriers that exist, what can be done to remove them, and what effective provincial cooperation might look like.
The criminal legislation of Prime Minister Carney’s (Nepean, ON) government intends to bolster the Criminal Code, with a slew of measures. This essay will focus on two key areas, namely: bail reform and consecutive sentencing. In addition, a case study will demonstrate how an old provision tabled by the Harper government aimed to enshrine consecutive sentencing into law, but was struck down by the Supreme Court of Canada. Lastly, this article will aim to explore the possible legal challenges that may arise, most specifically in regards to the presumption of innocence and charter rights, federal-provincial relations, and political as opposed to evidence-based legal justification.
This article will examine the new wave of populism emerging in Canadian politics. It focuses specifically on politician Pierre Poilievre’s previous political campaign, which tapped into Canadian frustration with housing, inflation, and distrust in the Liberal Party following Justin Trudeau’s leadership.
As Finance and National Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne (Saint-Maurice–Champlain, QC) is set to present Budget 2025 on November 4, this article will discuss its priorities within the broader socio-economic context and draw a historical parallel with Jean Chrétien’s Program Review. As budgets are a confidence matter, finding support among opposition parties is imperative for the governing Liberals, especially in the context of a minority parliament. Mark Carney’s (Nepean, ON) government will need to convince potential partners that it can be fiscally responsible, while also preserving government services. However, since no opposition party has committed to su
This article examines the upcoming 2026 New Democratic Party leadership election, while discussing the party’s history in the House and its gradual decline in representation across Canada.