How the Senate can play complementary role in scrutinizing feds’ COVID-19 response

Experience has shown that Senate committees, such as those focused on national finances and human rights, often question the government on important issues different from those raised by MPs.

ISG Senator Pierre Dalphond, pictured with Senators Peter Harder and Murray Sinclair, during his swearing-in ceremony. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY PSG SENATOR PIERRE DALPHOND

April 8, 2020

It is a source of hope that political divides have been bridged to achieve a massive federal response to COVID-19—including the largest economic package in our history—in a time of minority government. The measures aim to support the efforts of people across the co...

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