Abbas Rana

Ontario

Assistant Deputy Editor at The Hill Times

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Carney’s success hinges on effective caucus management, but he has struggled so far, say some Liberal MPs

3 weeks ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

The current 169-member Liberal caucus is largely made up of seasoned MPs who have recently experienced political upheaval in ousting Justin Trudeau, and for Mark Carney to succeed as prime minister, he must ensure his MPs have direct and consistent access to him and are treated fairly in cabinet promotions, say Liberal MPs. In interviews with The Hill Times, Liberal MPs, who did not want to be identified, pointed out that in 2015, Trudeau inherited an almost brand new caucus, with most...
To advance House business, Carney's Liberals may bypass Bloc in the Commons, but not in committees, says Bloc House Leader Normandin

3 weeks ago | buff.ly | Abbas Rana

The governing Liberals want to work with both the Conservatives and the Bloc in committees, say Liberal MPs Judy Sgro and Kevin Lamoureux.
To limit critics' time to organize against Poilievre, some senior Conservatives explore moving convention to this fall

1 month ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

To limit the time Pierre Poilievre’s critics have to organize ahead of his leadership review by party rank-and-file members and to eliminate uncertainty, some senior Conservatives are considering moving the party’s convention to this fall instead of the spring 2026. And former two-term Calgary MP Devinder Shory says Poilievre should resign as party leader, call a leadership race, and seek a fresh mandate if he wants to lead the party in the next election.
‘Battleground’ Peel region emerges a winner in new Carney cabinet with four ministers

1 month ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Mark Carney’s new cabinet has a combination of old and new faces, but key portfolios remain in the hands of seasoned veterans. The real test will be if Carney allows them freedom to do their work and if they can deliver on his ambitious agenda, say Darrell Bricker and Greg Lyle. Meanwhile, the Liberal caucus is grumbling about his picks.
Conservative MP d’Entremont officially launches campaign for House Speaker, unclear if Fergus will run again for top job

1 month ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Conservative MP d’Entremont officially launches campaign for House Speaker, unclear if Fergus will run again for top job Conservative MP Chris d'Entremont pitches himself as a steady hand in this minority Parliament: 'experienced, and impartial leadership is more important than ever.' Three-term Nova Scotia Conservative MP Chris d’Entremont, left, pictured with then Green MP Mike Morrice, who was defeated in the federal election, has officially launched his bid for Speaker of the House of...
'I was totally shocked’: shut-out Tory nomination hopefuls blast backroom players for denying them contests in GTA, Calgary, and B.C.

2 months ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Some shutout Conservative nomination candidates in the Greater Toronto Area, Calgary, and some British Columbia ridings say they have been unfairly denied the right to contested nominations by backroom party operatives. Some say they were led to believe that meeting fundraising targets would significantly boost their chances, but even after raising tens of thousands of dollars they were ultimately denied entry into the race.
Carney Liberals reach out to prominent Tories and New Democrats to recruit 'star' candidates for next election

Mar 16, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Prime Minister Mark Carney and his senior campaign team are reaching out to prominent Conservatives and New Democrats to recruit high-profile candidates for the next election. In an interview with The Hill Times, former Progressive Conservative and Conservative MP Lee Richardson confirmed that Carney’s team had asked him to run as a Liberal in the Alberta riding of Calgary Centre, which he represented five times as an MP.
Liberal caucus more focused on getting re-elected in a snap election than on who makes cabinet, say MPs

Mar 11, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

With a cabinet swearing-in expected by Friday, and sources reporting a snap election call coming next week, Liberal MPs tell The Hill Times most people in caucus are focused on getting re-elected rather than securing a spot in Leader Mark Carney’s front bench. If their party remains in government, a new cabinet would be appointed post-election, say the MPs.To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider. Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.
With potential federal election on the horizon, MPs and candidates secure campaign offices, order signs, and assemble teams

Mar 3, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

With potential federal election on the horizon, MPs and candidates secure campaign offices, order signs, and assemble teams But if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs this month, the governing Liberals may also find it challenging to call a snap election, says pollster Greg Lyle. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.
Conservatives and Liberals hiring paid door-knockers ahead of election as volunteer numbers dwindle

Mar 3, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Conservatives and Liberals hiring paid door-knockers ahead of election as volunteer numbers dwindle Door-knockers in election campaigns are more crucial than ever, as most people have unlisted cell phone numbers, and those with landlines often screen their calls, say Liberal and Conservative candidates. Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. If Carney wins on March 9, he is widely expected to call an election before March 24.

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9 Jun 25

Some shut-out Conservative candidates plan to press national councillors over 2025 nominations at upcoming convention. By @abbas_rana1 #cdnpoli https://t.co/siXqd6qkNG

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9 Jun 25

PMO staffers no longer allowed inside national Liberal caucus meetings, say Liberal MPs: ‘that’s how it should be.’ By @abbas_rana1 #cdnpoli https://t.co/uVFGUoIyS9

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2 Jun 25

Pierre Poilievre's birthday is tomorrow, and party members have been receiving text messages from Ana Poilievre asking them to “help me surprise him” by signing his birthday card. The message prompts recipients to provide first and last name, and contact information. #cdnpoli

Abbas Rana

Articles

Carney’s success hinges on effective caucus management, but he has struggled so far, say some Liberal MPs

To advance House business, Carney's Liberals may bypass Bloc in the Commons, but not in committees, says Bloc House Leader Normandin

To limit critics' time to organize against Poilievre, some senior Conservatives explore moving convention to this fall

‘Battleground’ Peel region emerges a winner in new Carney cabinet with four ministers

Conservative MP d’Entremont officially launches campaign for House Speaker, unclear if Fergus will run again for top job

'I was totally shocked’: shut-out Tory nomination hopefuls blast backroom players for denying them contests in GTA, Calgary, and B.C.

Carney Liberals reach out to prominent Tories and New Democrats to recruit 'star' candidates for next election

Liberal caucus more focused on getting re-elected in a snap election than on who makes cabinet, say MPs

With potential federal election on the horizon, MPs and candidates secure campaign offices, order signs, and assemble teams

Conservatives and Liberals hiring paid door-knockers ahead of election as volunteer numbers dwindle

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