Author name: Riley Thorne

Riley Thorne is a Canadian journalist and political expert with 9+ years of professional experience covering national policy, political affairs, defense technology, aviation, travel, and economic developments in Canada. She earned her Bachelor of Public Affairs from the prestigious Carleton University and completed advanced studies in media and strategic communications at the selective Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University). Riley focuses on in-depth political analysis and reporting on issues shaping Canada.

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Intel Watchdog Cancels CSIS Review Over Staff Legal Risks

In the shadowy world of intelligence and security, oversight is the thin line that separates a robust national defense from the overreach of state power. So, when Canada’s independent spy watchdog abruptly cancels a major review of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), it’s not just a bureaucratic hiccup—it’s a potential alarm bell for democratic […]

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Tim Hortons Lobbied for More Temporary Foreign Workers

For millions of Canadians, Tim Hortons is more than a coffee shop; it’s a daily ritual and a cultural icon. But behind the familiar red and brown signage, a pressing business reality is brewing: a severe and persistent labour shortage. Newly released documents reveal the extent to which the parent company of this national chain,

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Bloc Seeks Changes to Liberal Bill on Hate Speech Exemption

A significant political and legal debate is intensifying in Canada, centered on a contentious clause in the Criminal Code that provides a unique defense for hate speech when it is based on religious texts. The Bloc Québécois is spearheading a push to repeal this provision, arguing it creates a dangerous loophole that shields the promotion

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B.C. Conservatives Remove John Rustad from Leadership

The political landscape in British Columbia was jolted this week as the BC Conservative Party voted to remove its leader, John Rustad, in a stunning internal revolt. This dramatic shakeup, unfolding just months before a pivotal provincial election, throws the party’s future into uncertainty and signals a fierce internal battle over its direction and messaging.

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Judges Sue Federal Government Over $28K Pay Refusal

A quiet but profound constitutional clash is unfolding in Canada’s courtrooms, pitting the nation’s federally appointed judges against the very government they serve. At the heart of the dispute is a significant salary increase—roughly $28,000—that was recommended by an independent commission but ultimately rejected by the federal cabinet. This decision has prompted an unprecedented lawsuit,

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Judges’ Group Sues Federal Government Over $28K Raise

In a rare and significant legal confrontation, Canada’s federally appointed judges have taken the extraordinary step of suing the federal government. The core of the dispute? The government’s rejection of a recommended salary increase, a decision that has ignited a fierce debate over judicial independence, compensation, and the very process designed to keep politics out

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B.C. Conservatives Say They’ve Ousted John Rustad

In a stunning political development, the British Columbia Conservative Party has abruptly removed John Rustad as its leader. The internal coup, confirmed by party officials, marks a dramatic and unexpected shift for the party just months before a pivotal provincial election. This move throws the BC Conservatives—who have been polling as a significant force—into immediate

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Trade Tensions Eased as PM Visits Washington for FIFA Event

In a moment that perfectly blended sports, diplomacy, and national pride, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joined a high-profile celebration in Washington, D.C., marking a historic victory far from the soccer pitch. The event, co-hosted by former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney, wasn’t for a recent match, but for Canada’s successful bid to co-host the

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Liberals Stall Debate on Removing Religious Hate Defences

In the charged arena of Canadian politics, a critical debate over the balance between religious freedom and protection from hate speech has hit a significant roadblock. Accusations are flying in Ottawa that the governing Liberal Party is deliberately stalling parliamentary progress on a bill aimed at removing religious defences from the country’s hate speech laws.

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Armenian, Canadian officials discuss political dialogue

The relationship between Armenia and Canada, two nations connected by a vibrant diaspora and shared democratic values, is entering a period of significant growth. Recent high-level diplomatic engagements signal a mutual desire to elevate the partnership beyond traditional ties, focusing on enhanced political dialogue, economic cooperation, and collaborative efforts on global challenges. This strengthening bond

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