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The article discusses the personal and political implications of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's separation from his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau.

The article reports on release of an American nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her child who were aducted in Haiti who were kidnapped in July 2023.

The article reports on the confirmation by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky that their counteroffensive against Russia is underway.

The article discusses the impact of the emergence of a 2001 photo of Justin Trudeau wearing brownface makeup at a private school dinner party on the re-election bid of the Canadian prime minister. Topics covered include apology and explanation offered by Trudeau, accusation of racism against Trudeau, importance of Canadians of South Asian and Middle Eastern descent to the campaign of Trudeau and questions raised on the true behavior of Trudeau.

The article looks at Canadian prime minister-designate Justin Trudeau, with a particular focus on his upbringing as the son of former Canadian prime minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Details on his family life, including his parents' divorce, and on his education and career are presented. Topics include the Liberal Party of Canada and Justin Trudeau's political advisers.

The article offers information on the Canadian general election to be held on October 19, 2015. It mentions the re-election of Prime Minister Stephen Harper who assure that his re-election would bring stability, not risk. It notes that Harper is the leader of the Conservative Party wherein its main opposition groups includes the New Democratic Party, and the Liberal Party.

The article reports on a debate on the issue of commemorating the legacy of Sir John A. Macdonald, the first Prime Minister of Canada and a classy racist of the country's indigenous population.

The article announces that Canada is celebrating its 150th anniversary on July 1, 2017, and it has several reasons to celebrate including the fact that its prime minister Justin Trudeau is known for his progressive politics.

The article reports on the criticism to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada regarding the privilege access by donors like president Zhang Bin of China Cultural Industry Association to cabinet members of Trudeau in exchange of cash donations.

The article reports on the statement of former Canadian Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper that he will give up his seat in Parliament and quit politics.

The article reports on the induction of Justin Trudeau, the leader of the Liberal Party, as the Prime Minister of Canada.

The article reports on the inauguration for Rachel Notley as new Prime Minister of Alberta, along with 51 members of the newly elected political party, the New Democratic Party on May 24, 2015.

OTTAWA -- Based on his past, Stephen Harper, the Conservative prime minister of Canada, should have been the least of BHP Billiton's worries when the company began a bid to acquire the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, the world's largest fertilizer maker. Mr. Harper studied economics at the University of Calgary, a school where free market thinking predominates. And even before entering politics, he advocated for keeping government out of the business of corporations and individuals. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Stephen Harper demurred Monday when asked at a news conference to comment about what impact Canada's buoyant post-Olympic Games mood might have on his political future. ''The games are all about the country, all about the athletes,'' he told reporters. ''I don't think it's about political parties. We'll leave our political battles for another day.'' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Canada's prime minister, Stephen Harper, failed on Tuesday to win support for his minority government from the leftist New Democratic Party as political leaders mulled whether to force a new federal election. In what was always a long shot, the Conservative prime minister met with the New Democratic Party leader to discuss ways to avoid what would be Canada's second election in 13 months. But the party's leader, Jack Layton, offered the government no support. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Canada lost 61,300 jobs in March as the unemployment rate jumped to the highest level in seven years. The figure was worse than the 55,000 job losses economists expected and brought Canada's official unemployment rate to 8 percent. Prime Minister Stephen Harper said the recession in the United States was dragging Canada down. Canada and the United States share the largest trading relationship in the world. More than 70 percent of Canada's exports go to the United States. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

A spokesman for Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada said on Friday that the Canadian and Ontario governments would make an announcement Saturday morning about joint assistance to the auto industry. ''This is good news,'' the spokesman, Kory Teneycke, said of the announcement from the Bush administration that Washington would provide $17.4 billion in emergency loans to the faltering carmakers, General Motors and Chrysler. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Incomplete election returns on Monday night indicated that Quebec's Liberal government would win a narrow majority of seats in the province's legislature. Premier Jean Charest, a Liberal, had called the election because his party won only a plurality of seats in the legislature last year. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Canada's parliamentary opposition reacted with outrage on Thursday after Prime Minister Stephen Harper shut down the legislature until Jan. 26, seeking to forestall a no-confidence vote that he was sure to lose and, possibly, provoking a constitutional crisis. Mr. Harper acted after getting the approval of Governor General Michaelle Jean, who represents Queen Elizabeth II as the nation's head of state. If his request had been rejected, he would have had to choose between stepping down or facing the no-confidence vote on Monday. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

As Canada heads toward federal elections this month, the governing Conservative Party has been plunged into an uproar over a speech delivered five years ago by its leader, Stephen Harper, who is now prime minister. On Tuesday, a member of the opposition Liberal Party called a news conference and presented a pair of videotapes. One showed Mr. Harper urging the Canadian Parliament on March 20, 2003, to send troops to Iraq. The other, played simultaneously, showed Australia's prime minister at the time, John Howard, speaking two days earlier, urging his country's Parliament to do the same. Frequently, the two men's comments directly overlapped. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Prime Minister Stephen Harper moved to strengthen Canada's disputed control of the Arctic by announcing stricter registration of ships sailing in the Northwest Passage. The new rules will require all ships sailing into the Canadian Arctic to report to Nordreg, the Canadian Coast Guard agency that tracks vessels on such voyages. The United States and the European Union consider the passage to be international waters. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The article reports that Canadian writer Yann Martel is planning to send books to Stephen Harper, the Prime Minister of Canada. Martel wants Harper to pay more attention to reading books. He says that he would send one book every two weeks to Harper as long as he is the country's Prime Minister. The first book to be sent would be "The Death of Ivan Ilyich," by Leo Tolstoy.

The article reports on a proposal made by Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada regarding the recognition of Quebecers as a nation within a united Canada. The purpose behind the proposal was to prevent separatists from using a motion to recognize Quebec as a nation. According to critics, the concept of recognizing Quebec as a nation might have short-term benefits for federalist politicians.

The article reports on a tough stance being taken by the prime minister of Canada on Marijuana laws.

The article reports that Canada's new Prime Minister Stephen Harper, in his first week, has faced a series of criticism for three cabinet appointments.

The article reports on the issues surrounding the victory of Stephen Harper as prime minister during the national election held on January 23, 2006 in Canada.

The article focuses on the victory of Conservative Stephen Harper as Canada's prime minister. The impact of his victory on the country was discussed.

The article presents news briefs worldwide. A new poll indicates that Stephen Harper is now the favorite to become the next prime minister of Canada after the January 23, 2006 election. Three Chechens who were charged in the killing of American journalist Paul Klebnikov went on trial in a closed Moscow courtroom.

Presents the excerpt of taped conversations of former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney on various issues during his term in office.

Reports on the political tactics used by the Canadian Conservative Party in an effort to topple the Liberal government of Prime Minister Paul Martin.

Reports on the hesitation of Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin to join the plans of the U.S. for a continental missile defense system. Efforts of Martin to balance his desire to improve relations with the U.S. with his aims to keep his party united; Division among legislators on the issue whether the country should join in the missile defense system; Highlight of the issue on missile defense on the visit of U.S. President George W. Bush to the country.

Reports on the meeting between President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Paul Martin in Ottawa, Ontario. Discussion of trade disputes at the meeting; Increase in the trade between the countries; Free trade pact negotiation between the governments.

Focuses on the removal of Carolyn Parrish, a member of Parliament, by Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin for acting out contempt for U.S. President George W. Bush in a satirical news program, "This Hour Has 22 Minutes." Implication of the incident for Canadian Broadcasting Corp.; Statement of producer Michael P. Donovan on the episode; Speculation about the cause of the outpouring.

Reports on the efforts of Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin to establish a more ethical and transparent government. Result of the political scandals experienced by previous administration; Criticism of opposition over the government contracts acquired by the shipping company owned by Martin's family; Denial made by Martin for any infarctions.

Reports that President George W. Bush reversed U.S. policy and said Canada would be allowed to bid on some of the billions of dollars in U.S.-financed Iraqi reconstruction projects. End to a bitter dispute with a major ally; Announcement that Bush made with the new Canadian prime minister, Paul Martin; Action by the Bush administration in 2003 to bar companies from nations that opposed the war from bidding on Iraq contracts; How Canada has pledged millions of dollars in Iraq aid; Comments of Bush and Martin; Outlook for further expanding the list of possible contractors.

Reports on the formal induction of Paul Martin as the prime minister of Canada. Preparation for national elections; Citation of legislative bills to be considered by the government under Martin; Pledge of improving medical procedures and federal relations with city and provincial governments.

Reports that Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chr é tien would not seek a fourth term and would leave office in February 2004.

Focuses on the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien to United States President George W. Bush on February 5, 2001.

Discusses the results on the elections in Canada for Prime Minister Jean Chretien. Opposition from leaders of his Liberal party for the elections called by Chretien; How Chretien increased the Liberal party's seats in the Parliament from 155 to 173; Other effects of the Liberal party's strong showing in the elections, including silencing the challenge from Stockwell Day, leader of the Canadian Alliance.

Reports on the election of Jean Chretien for his third term as prime minister of Canada. Significance of his victory; Background on rival candidates, Stockwell Day and Joe Clark; Overview of the campaign debates.

Focuses on the plan of Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien to run for another term in Canada. Criticisms of his political campaign; Political approach of Chretien; Condition of Canada under his administration.

Reports that Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien called for new elections on October 22, 2000. Election campaigns in Canada; Factors that Chretien expects to help him win a third consecutive mandate; Percentage of surveyed Canadians that wanted a change of prime minister.

Reports the mourning of the people of Canada regarding the death of their Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Unity shown by the people; His contributions to the country.

Focuses on the election of prime minister in Canada. Candidacy of Prime Minister Jean Chretien for the third term since 1993; Convention opened by Chretien for his Liberal Party in Ottawa; His competition with Finance Minister Paul Martin; Split in the Reform Party.

Reports on the apology made by Prime Minister Jean Chretien of Canada for his failure to attend the funeral of King Hussein of Jordan. His reason for not attending the funeral.

Says that Canadian Prime Minister Kim Campbell rejected a compromise crafted by her own negotiators on labor and environmental safeguards for the North American Free Trade Agreement, apparently resisting giving import-blocking power to United States companies that could be used against Canada. She is expected to speak by phone with President Bill Clinton in a last-minute effort to resolve sticking points.

Analyses the prospects of Jacques Parizeau, leader of the separatist Parti Quebecois, in Quebec's prime ministerial election. Indications of polls on Parizeau's prospects; Parti Quebecois's election manifesto; Opposition to Quebec's secession from Canada; Election promises of Quebec's Premier, Daniel Johnson, and his remarks on secession's impact on economy; Earlier efforts towards Quebec's autonomy.

Reports that knife wielding intruder Andre Dallaire was charged with trying to murder Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien. Prime Minister's comments; Ottawa court order.