Harper’s stylist secret stays hidden in Ottawa
The Canadian Press reports taxpayers may pay for Stephen Harper's personal image adviser Michele Muntean without public records. MP Judy Wasylycia-Leis pressed for details in the House of Commons but the Privy Council Office cited no records of employment or expenses. Officials say she is travel staff, possibly funded by the House, while Harper’s team withholds budget specifics. Wasylycia-Leis notes Harper once demanded Manning disclose party wardrobe costs.
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Tories claim Liberal ploy sparks constitutional crisis
The Canadian Press reports the Conservative government accuses Liberal dominated Senate of provoking a constitutional crisis by shelving a bill on an eight year senatorial term until the Supreme Court rules on constitutional validity. Peter Van Loan says the Senate lacks authority to seek high court guidance on legislation.
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Supreme Court rejects Charter shield against abroad RCMP raids
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled 9-0 that the Charter cannot block RCMP searches abroad in a money laundering case. The decision upholds Richard Hapes Canadian conviction and 30 month sentence, while leaving broader questions about Charter limits in international human rights matters open. Justice LeBel noted host-country laws generally prevail, with possible exceptions if foreign actions violate Canada’s human rights obligations.
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