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Mark Ramzy
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I cover federal politics for the Toronto Star in Ottawa. Here to share my/colleagues' stories and other interesting things I come across. Egy/Can. Send tips: mramzy@thestar.ca.
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Mark Ramzy @markramzy.bsky.social · Nov 28
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NDP prepares for election as its MPs decide whether to vote against Carney government’s budget
The NDP is considering how to fast-track its campaign readiness in the case of a snap election, sources say, as its MPs weigh a budget vote that could trigger the
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November 12, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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Carney government expected to replace controversial border bill
An analysis by the Justice Department concluded the original version of the bill could have affected several rights protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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Aspiring NDP leader who has raised thousands may be breaking party rules, official says, @markramzy.bsky.social reports
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Aspiring NDP leader who has raised thousands may be breaking party rules, official says
Yves Engler, an author who has written several books criticizing Canadian and Western foreign policy, said he has already raised the money for his leadership bid.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Canada’s gun buyback program: Join the conversation
Discuss the politics and practical challenges of the federal gun buyback with politics reporter Mark Ramzy on Monday, Sept. 29 at 1 p.m.
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September 29, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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Carney government cancels plan to send buyback rifles to Ukraine after ‘extremely limited interest’
The Trudeau government had pledged to work with the Ukrainian military to identify which banned guns could support the country's war effort.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Liberals’ push for gun buyback program fuelled by pressure from Quebec, public safety minister says in leaked audio
A gun-owning tenant recorded a conversation with Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree without the minister’s knowledge.
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September 22, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Carney government’s hate crimes bill raises questions about enforcement, right to protest
Under pressure in the face of a rise in crimes targeting Jewish and Muslim Canadians, and fulfilling a campaign promise to get tough on crime, the Carney government tabled new
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September 19, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Avi Lewis to launch federal NDP leadership campaign
Lewis will be the first high-profile name to announce a run in the race to replace Jagmeet Singh.
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September 19, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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‘We’re naive as a country about how safe our politicians are’: MPs return under shadow of Charlie Kirk assassination
The House of Commons returned Monday with appeals for collaboration and respect for political differences — and a standing ovation following a tribute to Charlie Kirk, the Donald Trump ally
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September 16, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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A new federal disability benefit was supposed to be a lifeline for those in poverty. Getting it can be a daunting task
Last week, Mitchell Tremblay turned 43. Instead of throwing a party, the Guelph resident is staging a birthday fundraiser on social media in hopes of scraping together enough cash to
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September 14, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Heather McPherson, Avi Lewis prepare NDP leadership bids
Edmonton MP Heather McPherson and Vancouver activist Avi Lewis are gearing up to launch NDP leadership bids, the Star has learned, as the party’s high-stakes race to replace Jagmeet Singh
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August 28, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Carney government planning to complete gun buyback program by end of next year
In an interview with the Star, Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said an October 2025 amnesty deadline will have to be pushed back.
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August 18, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Gun-control advocates fear Mark Carney will delay buyback program
An imminent delay, a lack of updates from Ottawa, and Mark Carney's attempts to keep premiers happy, vow to drastically cut spending, and emphasis on border security, are raising questions
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August 14, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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These Are the Voters Who Should Scare Democrats Most
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August 15, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Is that a real photo of a forest fire, or just ‘AI slop’?
The B.C. Wildfire Service is calling out social media users who post fake, AI-generated images of the very real forest fires it is battling.
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August 11, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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With Texans in Tow, Hochul Vows to Redraw New York’s House Maps
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With Texans in Tow, Hochul Vows to Redraw New York’s House Maps
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August 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Can Marit Stiles save Ontario’s sliding New Democrats?
After a disappointing election defeat and a stunning collapse of the federal NDP, the leader of the Ontario party says she needs to give her members "reason to hope again."
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August 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Lashing Out Over Russia and Jobs Data, Trump Displays His Volatile Side www.nytimes.com/2025/08/02/u...
Lashing Out Over Russia and Jobs Data, Trump Displays His Volatile Side
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August 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Federal NDP plans to have a new leader by end of March
In a closed-door meeting, the NDP's federal council agreed on a roughly six-month race starting in September, said sources familiar with the discussions.
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July 10, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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25 years ago new immigrants to Canada told us their dreams. We checked in to see how they’ve fared
People we caught up with said they faced a lot of obstacles when they arrived. We look at how the immigrant experience has evolved today.
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June 29, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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What one story defines Canada? We asked six writers
Beyond the cliches about politeness and maple syrup, what is this Canadianness we seek to preserve?
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June 28, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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Once Champions of Fringe Causes, Now in a ‘Trap of Their Own Making’ www.nytimes.com/2025/06/08/u...
Once Champions of Fringe Causes, Now in a ‘Trap of Their Own Making’
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June 8, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Hunt for new NDP leader raises tension before race even begins
Potential high-profile candidates have signalled a lack of interest and the process of even deciding how to orchestrate a leadership contest is already mired in conflict.
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May 31, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Pomp and celebration meet King Charles in Ottawa before throne speech
It's King Charles first visit to Canada since his ascension to the throne.
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May 27, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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Mark Carney’s promise to ‘build, baby, build’ has some Canadians fearing the worst
It's a goal that was central to the Liberal leader's pitch in an election campaign dominated by U.S. President Donald Trump's economic aggression towards Canada.
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May 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM