Trudeau government could prorogue Parliament to get Independent Senators fair representation on Senate committees

PBO identifies limited taxation potential from legal pot despite past reports predicting billions

While not providing specific numbers beyond 2018, the budget watchdog said that, as the legalized marijuana market matures, government revenue potential will grow.

MPs question PM’s power over upcoming National Security Committee

Liberal MP Rob Oliphant, who chairs the House Public Safety Committee, says he wants more information on the prime minister's authority over the new National Security Committee.

Feds spent $296.4-billion last year, left more than $12-billion unspent, election cited as possible reason

The PBO says it will likely examine last year's lapse, because it means there may be objectives the government had that have not been met.

Indian Act amendment a short-term fix, big questions remain

Up to 35,000 people may be newly eligible for status as a result of the legislation.

Carson sentence prompts critic to urge steeper fines, but lobbyists say the system works

Ethics watchdog pushes for larger fines, warning small, insignificant penalties undermine credibility of the Lobbying Act.

Ex-PMO aide Bruce Carson fined $50,000 for illegal lobbying

Carson, who served in the PMO from 2006 to 2008, and briefly in 2009, was found guilty earlier this year of three counts of lobbying while under the five-year cooling-off period for former designated public office holders. Mr. Carson's lawyer said he 'would have to appeal the verdict.'

Lobbying commissioner Karen Shepherd won’t seek another term

Her decision draws mixed reactions from lobbyists and observers, with some accusing her of poorly conceived rules, while others are praising her openness and accessibility.

Lobbying activity jumps in September, environment most lobbied subject

Climate showed up in 104 communication reports in September, up more than 5,000 per cent from two years earlier.