Canada: Who is Mark Carney, the new Prime Minister of Canada
Mark Joseph Carney (born March 16, 1965) is a Canadian politician and economist who is serving as the 24th prime minister of Canada and the leader of the Liberal Party.
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Canada: Understand the federal Canada election process
Canada is a representative democracy. During a federal election, all Canadian citizens who are at least 18 years old on election day can vote in their electoral district. But many steps must first be taken before voters go to the polls.
Follow the steps below to understand the federal election process in Canada.
Canada: Building Capacity for Parliamentarians, McGill University Parliamentary Governance Program
The McGill University Parliamentary Governance Program What is the McGill Parliamentary Governance Capacity Building Program about? Why is it necessary? Most professions – doctors, lawyers, teachers – require formal training. We would not put our health in the hands of an unqualified doctor, or attend a college where lecturers weren’t qualified. Yet we expect our … Read more
UK Parliament: Rt Hon Liam Byrne, MP now the Chair of the Business and Trade Committee
UK Parliament, House of Commons, LONDON (UK). The result of election was announced in the Chamber on 18th October following a ballot of the whole House. Also on the ballot paper were Dame Angela Eagle and Andy McDonald. Mr Byrne takes up the position with immediate effect and will serve until the end of the … Read more