The Canadian prime minister is enmeshed in a case involving a corporation accused of corruption and his former justice minister, who says his office improperly pressured her.
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China Accuses Two Canadians of Spying, Widening a Political Rift
The accusations against Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor came days before a court in British Columbia holds an extradition hearing for a Huawei executive wanted in the United States.
Canada Letter: Who’s Investigating Justin Trudeau — and What Do They Hope to Find?
At least two inquiries are underway into Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s actions involving a criminal case against SNC-Lavalin. More may come.
Trudeau Promised a Fresh Approach to Politics. Now He’s Embroiled in Scandal.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada has been drawn into scandal around a corporation accused of corruption and his former justice minister, who said his office pressured her to drop the case.
Canada Proceeds With Extradition Hearing for Huawei Executive
The effort to extradite a top executive of Huawei on fraud charges to the United States has strained Canada’s relations with China.
Trudeau’s Political Woes Mount With Demands for More Inquiries
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada promised “sunny ways” in politics. Now he’s trying to contain damage from his former justice minister’s accusations of improper pressure in a criminal case.
Trudeau’s Ex-Attorney General: ‘Veiled Threats’ Were Made to Drop Case
Jody Wilson-Raybould said she was pressured to end a criminal prosecution of SNC-Lavalin. The opposition called for Mr. Trudeau’s resignation.
As Huawei’s Influence in Canada Grows, Some Fear Spying. Others Just Want Fast Internet.
From sponsoring “Hockey Night in Canada” to financing 5G research, Huawei’s footprint in Canada is expanding. Former government officials are expressing concern, but many consumers like the products.
Canada Letter: They Left Canada for ISIS. Should They Be Allowed Home?
Prosecuting crimes that occurred in war-torn countries in Canadian courts can be difficult. What does that mean for ISIS members who want to return to Canada?
7 Children in Syrian Refugee Family Die in Fire in Canada
The victims, who immigrated in 2017, ranged in age from 4 months to 15 years old. The cause of the early-morning blaze in Nova Scotia remains under investigation.