Kristy Kirkup
Reporter for The Canadian Press
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Can do 'better job' for First Nations kids, says Trudeau; advocates urge action
The prime minister was asked why his Liberal government has yet to comply with compliance orders from the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal on the delivery of child welfare services on reserves.
Wounded NDP explores ways to raise cash, woo progressive voters back to fold
The federal NDP will turn to its network of social activists to woo progressives back to the party fold this fall, according to the party's new national director.
Health Canada releases new labelling standards for acetaminophen products
One of the most commonly used pain relievers on the market is also the leading cause of all serious liver injury, according to Health Canada.
Mulcair tries to put leadership questions to rest at caucus gathering
Tom Mulcair tried Wednesday to put an end to nagging questions about his leadership of the NDP, emerging from a caucus meeting to say he has unanimous support to stay on.
Indigenous Liberal MP breaks ranks with government on B.C.'s Site C dam
Winnipeg-Centre MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette isn't too sure consultation really took place with First Nations impacted by the Site C Dam in northwestern B.C.
Site C project not in keeping with constitution or UN declaration: Bellegarde
The Site C project goes against Trudeau government's pledge to have a nation-to-nation relationship, says Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde.
Trudeau urged to outline directives, actions on ministerial spending
Two ministers in Justin Trudeau's cabinet have been criticized for excessive, frivolous spending practices, and his political opponents are calling for actions to curb unnecessary government spending.
Limo company owner defends Philpott, fires at critics over transportation bill
Shirani: "More importantly, I hope to encourage those who feed so voraciously on this petty sort of thing to focus on issues that really matter to the people of Canada."
Five commissioners to probe missing, murdered indigenous women in Canada
Family members wiped away tears Wednesday as the federal government outlined the terms of an inquiry into the phenomenon of missing and murdered aboriginal women.
PMO's explanation about Tootoo "pretty lame": former Nunavut politician
Jack Anawak said the party lauded Tootoo during the campaign and it now has a duty to explain circumstances of his departure.