Joanna Smith
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Prime Minister Trudeau says Pope Francis seems open to apology
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Pope Francis seems open to apologizing for the Roman Catholic church role in mistreatment of Canada's indigenous peoples.
Trudeau praises G7 success as Trump wavers on climate change deal
U.S. President Donald Trump refused to join the other leaders on committing to implementing that Paris Agreement.
Trudeau praises benefit of sharing intelligence with the U.S. and others
Canada will continue as usual when it comes to sharing intelligence with allies, Justin Trudeau says, even as President Donald Trump is being accused of playing fast and loose with sensitive secrets.
Trudeau heads to NATO, G7 summits, where Trump is top of mind for world leaders
Justin Trudeau heads to Europe this week for the NATO and G7 summits, where global leaders are trying to figure out exactly how the world works now that President Donald Trump is at the table.
Trudeau to ask Pope to apologize for residential schools in Canada
Justin Trudeau is expected to ask Pope Francis for a formal apology for the role of the Catholic Church in the residential school system when the two meet during a private audience later this month.
MPs unite on sexual assault law training for judges
Canada is a step closer to requiring would-be federal judges to get comprehensive training in sexual assault law, after MPs united on a private members bill in the House of Commons.
Wilson-Raybould said impaired driving bill would not violate charter rights
Justice Minister and Attorney General of Canada Jody Wilson-Raybould says a proposed new law to crack down on impaired driving would not violate constitutional rights.
PM Trudeau to attend public fundraiser as Liberals resume high-profile events
The prime minister will attend a fundraiser in Montreal where a ticket costs up to $250 and proceeds go to the Liberal Party of Canada.
Justice ministers across Canada meet to tackle delays in the courts
The federal Liberals came to power promising sweeping reforms to the criminal justice system, but now the provinces are championing some ideas of their own for cutting backlogs in the courts.
LGBTQ activists in Caribbean ask Canada for support, not salvation
Canada should remember that as it promotes LGBTQ rights on the world stage, it should also listen to — and support — those fighting on the ground.