Chris Hall
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Ottawa, ON, Canada
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In the SNC-Lavalin affair, everyone seems to be entitled to their own opinions — and facts
Gerald Butts intended his appearance Wednesday before the Commons justice committee to put an end to the SNC-Lavalin controversy that’s engulfed the federal Liberals for the past month. Whether he succeeded is far from clear. → Read More
The SNC-Lavalin scandal so far: plenty of drama, few facts
Few weeks in federal politics get off to a more theatrical start than this one did - thanks to Jody Wilson-Raybould dropping in on a cabinet meeting and being confirmed as a Commons justice committee witness. But are we any closer to getting to the bottom of the SNC-Lavalin affair? → Read More
John McCallum's political skills failed both him and Trudeau
Virtually every analyst says McCallum had to go for telling the media, not once but twice this week, that it would be better for Canada if Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou isn't extradited to the United States. → Read More
Canada's man in Beijing says Huawei's Meng has 'strong case.' That puts Trudeau in a bind
For weeks now, the Canadian government has argued it is simply following the rule of law in detaining Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on behalf of the U.S. That position took a serious hit Tuesday, when Canada's ambassador to China, John McCallum, said that Meng has a strong case. → Read More
Out in the cold: Canada's year in foreign policy
It's increasingly evident, as 2018 limps to a close, that Canada is more isolated on the world stage now than it has been in decades — thanks in large part to an indifferent neighbour to the south and the rise of isolationist and populist leaders in other parts of the world. → Read More
Western allies focus on crisis of leadership at Halifax security forum
For a decade now the Halifax International Security Forum has been a place to discuss the major external threats facing Western democracies and how to counter them. But at this year's gathering, defence leaders said the biggest threats are now coming from within. → Read More
Why aren't Canada's ethics rules keeping politicians out of trouble?
Three senior members of Justin Trudeau’s cabinet have been found in violation of ethics rules in the past year, a list that includes the prime minister himself. → Read More
Trans Mountain is in deep trouble. So why is Trudeau getting chummy with B.C.'s premier?
Justin Trudeau keeps insisting the Trans-Mountain expansion will be built. But judging by his meetings this week with the country’s feuding NDP premiers, the prime minister now seems more comfortable with the one who’s not on his side. → Read More
As Ford Nation conquers Ontario, federal parties ponder what it means for them
Canada's most populous province is now under new management after PC Leader Doug Ford ended 15 years of Liberal government. His win presents a challenge for Prime Minister Trudeau's progressive agenda, and has the other federal parties pondering what it means for them. → Read More
Convince Americans that a trade war will cost them, says Paul Martin
Former prime minister Paul Martin said this week he still hopes a global trade war over new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum can be avoided — but Americans themselves have to understand first that there's a price to pay for starting one. → Read More
SWAT teams and patent trolls: inside Ottawa's IP plan to promote Canadian innovators
Canada will bring in new rules to protect innovative companies from foreign predators, and create programs to help them leverage intellectual property to benefit both their bottom lines and the country's economic growth. → Read More
Bought for just $16,000, a Chagall masterpiece is set to make millions for the National Gallery
When the National Gallery of Canada auctions off one of its two Marc Chagall paintings next month, it will not only raise the money to buy what gallery director Marc Mayer believes is a more significant work of art, it will make millions of dollars in profit. → Read More
Stamping out sexual harassment in politics can't be a partisan issue: Chris Hall
It’s not often that the obvious answers are the right ones. But past and present MPs and political staffers say this week’s sexual misconduct allegations against prominent male politicians just might be an exception as momentum gathers for change. → Read More
Trudeau and his ministers seem to miss the Senate's old rubber stamp: Chris Hall
Transport Minister Marc Garneau arrived at the Senate this week spoiling for a fight. And he got one. What the normally even-keeled minister didn't expect was to lose his bid to get quick approval of his bill that sets the stage for an airline passengers bill of rights. → Read More
Justin Trudeau's great expectations clash with reality in China: Chris Hall
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's trade minister, François-Philippe Champagne, insisted during an interview Sunday that issues remained to be worked out. But few people were buying the line. Most business leaders, diplomats and political pundits thought this week's trip to China would produce an announcement. → Read More
Free trade talks with China will not yet begin
Canada and China have held four rounds of exploratory talks stretching back to last year, but it's unclear China would be willing to agree to Trudeau's stated priorities that any trade deals must protect labour and gender rights. → Read More
On Trudeau's 2nd trip to China, time may be ripe to advance free trade
Justin Trudeau lifted off for China late Saturday afternoon after spending part of the day in British Columbia to campaign with the Liberal candidate in a local byelection. → Read More
MPs to demand government put interests of citizens 1st after auditor's report
Two senior members of the Commons' powerful public accounts committee say they will start enforcing the auditor general's demand that government departments and agencies put taxpayers' interests first when delivering services. → Read More
Afghanistan looks to Canada for more training support
One of the leading figures in Afghanistan’s national government insists his war-torn country must be put back at the forefront of NATO’s efforts to defeat terrorist groups in the Middle East and South Asia. → Read More
U.S. nuclear commander would propose other options before a strike on North Korea
The commander of the U.S. nuclear arsenal says he would not blindly carry out an ordered strike by President Donald Trump. → Read More