federal politics

Speech reiterated Trudeau's pledge to cut the tax rate for middle-income earners and provide a more generous child benefit - paid for by tax hikes on the wealthiest one per cent.

Newly elected Speaker of the Commons is required to feign reluctance to take the chair and is symbolically dragged there by the prime minister and the leader of the Opposition.

PM Justin Trudeau says Canadians want to see constructive debates on issues that matter to them.

It is not yet known what prompted his decision.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to create the advisory body two years ago, when he kicked all Liberal senators out of his party's caucus.

Ambrose promises Conservative MPs will hold the Liberals to account as the government plans to increase spending and run deficits in order to stimulate the economy.

Robert-Falcon Ouellette told constituents at the event on Saturday that former Speakers told him the job allows for "great influence" with the prime minister.

PM promises new Parliamentary era of empowered backbenchers, diminished partisanship, restored civility, and accountable government.

First ministers are meeting one week before the start of the UN climate change conference in Paris.

Tom Mulcair will rely on veteran members of his team to help the NDP flex its muscles in Parliament after election night drubbing.

Mulroney reminded his audience of the Tory party's long, painful climb back to power after its crushing electoral defeat at hands of Jean Chretien's Liberals.

Five fast ways Justin Trudeau can fix Canada's reputation - on his very first day in office.

Trudeau boasts dozens of lesser known MPs - from a former refugee to a well-regarded Stouffville doctor who once worked in Africa.

Roughly one-third of the new Conservative caucus is comprised of rookies, some entering Parliament from other political careers, others joining after spending several years working for MPs.

Liberal caucus includes 50 women and 38 MPs from visible minority backgrounds.