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Canada's spy watchdog group wants more power to oversee a new law that would allow police to access people's online data. They think they need more oversight to make sure the law isn't misused and to build trust with Canadians. This is important because it affects how much privacy people have online.

A new law in Canada might let the government take money and property from Russia. This is because of the conflict in Ukraine. However, some people worry this could make other countries angry or scare away investors.

Some politicians in the United States are worried about a new Canadian law that would let police access people's online information more easily. They think this law could make it harder to stop hackers and protect people's private information in both Canada and the U.S. This is important because it shows that laws in one country can affect the security of another.

The Canadian Parliament voted to create a list of debts over $2 million that the government has decided not to collect. A member of Parliament wanted to make the government more open about these decisions. Now, it will be easier to see how the government handles large unpaid debts.

A top government person said that Mark Carney, who is likely the new Prime Minister, will not let senators join the Liberal group in Parliament. This is important because it means Carney is sticking with a rule made by a previous leader to keep the Senate separate from the main political parties.

A senator thinks that big Canadian pension plans should invest more money in Canada. Instead of creating a new government fund, he believes these pensions should be used to pay for projects here. This could mean more money for Canadian businesses and infrastructure.

Prime Minister Carney will keep using the same group of advisors that Trudeau used to help pick new Senators. This group suggests people who aren't strongly tied to political parties. There are many empty seats in the Senate, but the Prime Minister hasn't said when they will be filled.

People gathered in Ottawa to remember missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Indigenous leaders are worried because government money for programs that help these women might run out soon. They want the government to keep funding these important services.

The government has chosen a location in Ottawa for a monument to honour Canada's mission in Afghanistan. This announcement comes shortly after a bill was introduced that could change how wartime service is defined. The monument will serve as a place to remember and reflect on the sacrifices made during the Afghanistan mission.

Two new laws are trying to protect people from violence by their partners. Politicians from different parties agree that both laws are needed to help victims and make sure no one falls through the cracks.

Prime Minister Carney went to Armenia to meet with leaders from Armenia, Poland, and the European Parliament. These meetings are important because Canada wants to work with other countries on shared issues. Talking face-to-face can help build stronger relationships.

A Canadian Senate report says Russia is spreading false information in Canada. They're trying to weaken Canada's allies and cause problems for democracies like ours. This matters because it could affect our trust in important institutions and relationships with other countries.

Parents and kids gathered to ask the government to bring back a law that would make the internet safer. They shared stories about the dangers they faced online and said it's taking too long to pass this law. They want the government to act quickly to protect people online.

The NDP's only Member of Parliament from Quebec is reportedly leaving federal politics. This means the NDP will have even fewer seats in the Canadian Parliament, making it harder for them to have a strong voice on issues that matter to their supporters.

Mark Carney, a Canadian politician, thinks Canada and the U.S. can solve their trade problems if the U.S. listens to Canada's worries. Also, a House of Commons committee suggests that Prime Ministers should sell their assets and not use tax havens. This could make leaders seem more trustworthy.

The Liberal party wants to change how committees in Parliament work, now that they have more power. Other parties like the Conservatives and Bloc are not happy, saying the Liberals are being too forceful and that they can't do anything to stop it. This matters because committees are where important decisions get made and other parties want to have a say.

The government wants to change how committees in Parliament work. They want to add more members from the Liberal party to these committees. This could give the Liberals more power to decide what the committees discuss and investigate.

A Senate committee found that Jewish people are the most common target of hate crimes based on religion in Canada. The committee suggests creating a special group to fight antisemitism. This is important because it shows that antisemitism is a growing problem in Canada and the government is looking for ways to stop it.

The Conservative party is worried about changes to how committees in the House of Commons are formed. They believe the number of members from each party on these committees should match how Canadians voted in the last election. This is important because committees study bills and issues, and the Conservatives want to make sure all voices are fairly represented.

The NDP, a Canadian political party, will get more money from the government even though they don't have official party status in Parliament. This extra funding will allow them to hire more people to help with research and other important tasks. This could make the NDP a stronger voice in Parliament.

A Cree baby named Annora Crowe had her "walking out" ceremony on Parliament Hill. This special event, with traditional songs and a teepee, marked her first steps and celebrated Cree culture in a significant location. It shows how Indigenous traditions are being recognized and honored in Canada.

The Carney government is moving into a new stage because they have enough seats in Parliament to pass laws easily. This means they can start focusing on their long-term goals and plans for the country.

The Liberal party won all three recent elections, giving them a stronger hold on power in the government. The leader of the party promised to work with others to get important projects done fast. This could mean big changes are coming soon.

Avi Lewis, a leader in the NDP, has said he will not run for a seat in Parliament. He wants to focus on making the NDP stronger as a party. This means he will work behind the scenes instead of being an elected official.

The Liberal party might be trying to get more politicians from other parties to join them. If this happens, it could give them more power in the government, maybe even a majority. This is important because it could change how the country is run.

The new leader of the NDP party in Canada has changed around the jobs of his small group of Members of Parliament. Because the NDP has a small number of people in Parliament, each person has to be in charge of more than one issue.

Don Davies, a member of parliament, will be the main person speaking for the NDP in the House of Commons. This is because the new leader of the NDP, Avi Lewis, is going to focus on improving the party before trying to get a seat in parliament himself. Davies will help the NDP get their ideas across while Lewis works on making the party stronger.

A member of Parliament, Marilyn Gladu, switched from one political party to another, joining the Liberals. This move makes it a bit easier for the Liberals to win more than half the seats in Parliament and have a majority government, which means they could more easily pass laws.

A member of Parliament who used to be a Conservative has now joined the Liberal party. This is unexpected because she was one of the most conservative members of the Conservatives. It matters because it changes the balance of power in Parliament and could affect how the government makes decisions.

Marilyn Gladu, a Member of Parliament from Ontario, has switched from the Conservative Party to the Liberal Party. She is now working with Prime Minister Mark Carney. This is important because it changes the number of people in each party, and it's the fourth time a Conservative MP has joined the Liberals since October.

Groups that support Indigenous women are asking the government to keep giving money to programs that help them. They say this money is needed to keep women safe and help them succeed. Without enough funding, these important services could be cut.

Many people seeking asylum in Canada might be sent back to their home countries. This is happening because a new law, Bill C-12, has just passed. The government is sending letters to let these people know they could be deported soon.

A new law makes it easier to deport some people seeking asylum in Canada. It also lets the federal government share immigrants' information with provincial governments. This could lead to legal challenges about whether the law is fair.

The Canadian government wants to change the rules about who can run in elections. Now, people can only sign one form for each person who wants to be a candidate. This is to stop people from signing many forms to make it harder for candidates to get on the ballot.

A new law about hate speech has passed in the House of Commons. The law was controversial because some people worried it could limit religious freedom. Now, the Senate will vote on whether to make it a law.

The Canadian government said no to a change in the new immigration law that would have stopped them from sharing information about immigrants with provinces or other countries. The government thinks it needs to be able to share this information, but some people are worried about privacy. This decision means the government will keep the power to share data about immigrants.

The government didn't agree with a change the Senate wanted to make to a new law. This change would have made political parties follow the same privacy rules as everyone else in the provinces. The government says they will still find other ways to protect Canadians' privacy.

A bill about border security is coming back with changes. People were worried that the first version gave too much power to police and spies to ask for Canadians' personal information. The government is trying to fix these issues.

The Senate wants to put an end date on the rule that lets political parties avoid some privacy laws. Right now, parties don't have to follow all the same rules as other organizations when they collect and use your personal information. Senators think this should change after a certain amount of time to better protect Canadians' data.

A Senate committee is asking for big changes to a new immigration law. They're worried the law could hurt people's rights, privacy, and freedom. This means the government might have to rewrite the law to address these concerns.

The Canadian government is working on a new law (Bill C-4) that would mean political parties don't have to follow provincial privacy laws. This could affect how political parties collect and use your personal information.