Mixed signals: the Liberals' throne speech issues a call for a new domestic Team Canada

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Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien's Feb 27, 1996, speech to the House of Commons urged national unity, but offered few specifics. However, he did announce an expansion of the summer jobs programs for youth. Cabinet ministers are divided on constitutional changes and relations with Quebec.

Speeches, lectures and essays, Chretien, Jean, Tobin, Brian, Federal-provincial controversies

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Pre-election jitters: antics and animosity upset the Liberals' plans

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The Canadian Parliament will consider around 45 pieces of legislation before the upcoming election that might be held as early as Jun 1997. There was surprising acrimony within the Liberal Party ranks over several key bills such as amendments to the Divorce Act and the Copyright Act.

Canada. Parliament

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Gathering momentum: a byelection sweep and new poll results hearten the federalists

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Three Liberal Party candidates won byelections in Feb 1995, including Lucienne Robillard from Montreal. She is expected to play a key role in the government's campaign to defeat Quebec's possible secession. A new poll indicates 60% of Quebecers oppose secession.

Elections, Secession, Robillard, Lucienne

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