Conservative MP Dean Del Mastro charged under Elections Act

Elections Canada has laid charges on Conservative MP Dean Del Mastro and one of his campaign staffers after a two year investigation into his campaign finances. If convicted, Del Mastro could face a $5,000 fine and 5-year jail sentence for concealing $21,000 in campaign expenses. The PMO has since expelled him from the Conservative caucus and his court date is set for November 7, 2013.

New York Times slams Harper's record of muzzling scientists

American newspaper giant the New York Times has slammed Prime Minister Stephen Harper for trying to "guarantee public ignorance" in a recent editorial.

Federal parties oppose Quebec Charter of Values

The PQ announced the creation of their coveted Charter of Quebec Values yesterday and was met by opposition across the board on the federal spectrum.

Tory EAP money targeted by corrupt Quebec companies

As Quebec corruption comes under the microscope in the Charbonneau commission, it appears Quebec politicians aren't the only ones who need to be worried about the ongoing collusion. It turns out the Conservative Economic Action plan didn't escape the hands of corrupt engineering firms and construction unions which colluded federal stimulus contracts. It is also notable that a former Conservative candidate in Montreal faces corruption charges under the same investigation.

Harper Government jacked up foreign musician taxes

The low-tax Conservatives have jacked up taxes on foreign musicians who wish to perform in Canada, creating misery for small businesses and bars.