Front Burner Politics! Carney's report card, Poilievre's return
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Aug 27, 2025 Aaron Wherry, a CBC senior parliamentary reporter, dissects Prime Minister Mark Carney's first 100 days in office, critiquing the cabinet's slow progress on big promises regarding infrastructure and housing. The conversation shifts to Pierre Poilievre's recent comeback in the House of Commons—will he adopt a new strategy or maintain the approach that nearly brought the Conservatives to power? Wherry provides an insightful report card on Carney's performance and the rising political challenges ahead as Parliament gears up for a crucial fall session.
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Quiet Summer, Busy Back Rooms
- The Carney government moved quickly in June but summer was quieter as work continued behind the scenes.
- Aaron Wherry says the fall and the October budget are the real test for when initiatives must start landing.
Ports As First Big Projects
- Bill C-5 is enabling legislation that requires a major projects office and project designations.
- Ports like Churchill and Montreal are logical first picks because they are less politically contentious and help diversify trade.
Strategic Choice: Ports Over Pipelines
- Choosing ports over pipelines reduces political friction while expanding market access.
- Wherry notes ports help Canada diversify away from overreliance on U.S. markets.