An independent Senate serves Canadians better
Under the previous model, Senators affiliated with a party were accountable to a leader and a national caucus. Their legislative behaviour was often shaped by party strategy, electoral considerations, and message discipline.
This year marks 10 years since the appointment of the first independent Senators, a milestone that offers an opportunity to reflect on how the Senate has evolved, and why that evolution matters for Canadians.
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