Transparency goes rogue

When it comes to sharing data—even with appointed outsiders—do not expect a two-way, out-in-the-open exchange.
Pierre Poilievre
There are valid questions for Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and the opposition to ask about job losses and diminished sovereignty concessions tied to the failed Canada-U.S. deal, but nobody is seriously expecting fully transparent answers, writes Ken Rubin.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
Opinion
BY KEN RUBIN
September 2, 2026

OTTAWA—Transparency can become the last refuge of rogues and scoundrels.

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