David Johnston pledges transparency in interference probe as Trudeau defends pick – National | Globalnews.ca
Former governor general David Johnston says he will have a hand in determining his own mandate as special rapporteur on foreign interference in recent federal elections. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tapped the former governor general and legal scholar on Wednesday to probe allegations of Chinese interference in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections, which were […]
Canada taps David Johnston as interference rapporteur. Who is he, and what will he do? – National | Globalnews.ca
David Johnston will take up the post as Ottawa’s “special rapporteur” to investigate allegations of foreign interference in Canadian elections and society. Johnston, who served as the nation’s governor general from 2010 to 2017, was named by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday as the prominent Canadian who will probe the interference issue and make […]
Haiti doesn’t need ‘outside intervention,’ Trudeau suggests ahead of Biden visit – National | Globalnews.ca
“Outside intervention” won’t lead to long-term stability in Haiti, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is suggesting ahead of a meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden next week. Canada has faced pressure in recent months to lead a military mission in the Caribbean nation, which has been plagued by gang violence. The idea is divisive among Haitians, […]
Former governor general David Johnston to oversee foreign interference probes – National | Globalnews.ca
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named his special rapporteur to oversee a suite of foreign interference probes: former governor general David Johnston. The Prime Minister’s Office says Johnston was appointed after consultations with all parties in the House of Commons. He will have a “wide mandate” to look into allegations of interference in the past […]
No foreign agent registry timeline as Australia warns of ‘unprecedented’ interference – National | Globalnews.ca
The timeline for when Canada might have a long-awaited foreign agents registry up and running remains unclear as an MP from a top ally warns his country is seeing “unprecedented levels” of foreign interference by hostile actors, including China and Russia. After announcing the launch of public consultations for the registry on Friday, Public Safety Minister Marco […]
Vincent Ke resigns from Ontario PC caucus amid 2019 election interference allegations | Globalnews.ca
Ontario legislative member Vincent Ke has resigned from the Progressive Conservative party following a Global News report of allegations by intelligence sources that Ke was involved in an election interference network directed by China’s consulate in Toronto. Ke, who represents the Toronto-area riding of Don Valley North, denies the allegations. “While the Global News allegations […]
The dates are out for Joe Biden’s 1st presidential visit to Canada – National | Globalnews.ca
U.S. President Joe Biden will make his first visit to Canada as the country’s commander-in-chief later this month, the White House confirmed Thursday. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden will meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and address Parliament during the official visit. First Lady Jill Biden will accompany the president on his trip. “President […]
Why RCMP are investigating ‘alleged Chinese police stations’ in Quebec | Globalnews.ca
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Royal Canadian Mounted Police are investigating allegations of two so-called “police stations” in Quebec that are suspected to be operated by Chinese government officials. The RCMP confirmed by email Thursday morning an open investigation by the Integrated National Security Enforcement Team in the province into the […]
Beijing is an ‘existential threat’ to Canada, Liberal MP says amid interference probes – National | Globalnews.ca
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story quoted McKay as saying “bastard states.” This was incorrect and based on an audio quality issue of the recording of his comments. A closer review of the audio indicates he said “vassal states.” The story has been updated to reflect this misinterpretation. The Chinese government represents an […]
Trudeau set to ask Parliament’s national security committee to probe foreign interference – National | Globalnews.ca
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is asking MPs and senators on Parliament’s national security committee to launch a new investigation of foreign interference in Canada. Two Liberal sources, who were granted anonymity to discuss matters not yet public, confirmed to The Canadian Press that Trudeau will announce the news on Parliament Hill later on Monday. The […]