Proposed rule on allocation of committee seats antithetical to efforts at Senate modernization

If we accept that the future of the Senate involves groupings of Senators around shared values—and not necessarily political parties—it seems unreasonable to make it more difficult for senators to align themselves accordingly.

'Portability' of a committee seat may even help retain a proportional balance, depending on how it impacts the composition of groups, writes Senator Jane Cordy, leader of the Progressive Senate Group.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY Senator Jane Cordy

October 22, 2020

Like most Senators, Progressive Senators are in favour of a sustained focus on Senate modernization. We believe that our rules should reflect our practices, emphasize equality, and enshrine the rights of all Senators. At the s...

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