Jillian Piper

Jun 14, 2024 | globalnews.ca | Jillian Piper

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Jun 7, 2024 | globalnews.ca | Jillian Piper

Canada’s former ambassador to China, Guy Saint-Jacques, says Beijing’s meddling in Canada’s democracy is worse than it has ever been. Earlier this week, a report from the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) alleged that sitting federal politicians are “witting” participants in foreign interference schemes. The report did not name names, and the Liberal government is resisting revealing their identities, citing concerns about sharing intelligence information.

May 29, 2024 | globalnews.ca | Jillian Piper

The federal government says it’s time for renewed leadership at the Parole Board of Canada following a sexual harassment investigation. Harriot Solloway, the public sector integrity commissioner, began investigating allegations of misconduct perpetrated by board member Michael Sanford in April 2022, in light of a whistleblower coming forward.

May 28, 2024 | globalnews.ca | Jillian Piper

After the federal government announced it is increasing the number of temporary visas for those fleeing Gaza with a Canadian connection, advocates say there remain serious questions about how that increase will be met if people are still struggling to get out. Immigration and refugee lawyer Debbie Rachlis is working with dozens of families to bring Gazans to Canada.

May 19, 2024 | globalnews.ca | Jillian Piper

Vaping could cost more this summer due to a tax increase proposed by the federal government in this year’s budget. On July 1, the price of a vape pod will increase between 12 and 24 cents depending on where Canadians live – expected to bring in $310 million to the government over the next five years. Ottawa says the price hike will reduce high vaping rates among younger Canadians, but public health experts say the tax misses the mark and could have unintended consequences.