Who’s in/who’s out in the BC Conservative race. Eby promises to amend DRIPA as Conservatives call for a repeal. Federally, another MP crosses from the Liberals to the Conservatives, making Elizabeth May the kingmaker (for now). Yves Engler is rejected from the NDP leadership, Carney pitches ‘constitutional’ mandatory minimums as he snuck superpowered ministers into his budget bill.

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Rookie MP Aaron Gunn considers bid to lead BC Conservatives – The Globe and Mail

Kerry-Lynne Findlay

Christy Clark cryptic posts

Former B.C. premier says Conservatives cannot be ‘kooky’ if they want to govern – Victoria Times Colonist  

Sturko hasn’t ruled out B.C. Conservative return, bid for party leadership | Goldstream News Gazette

Eby says DRIPA law could be amended after First Nations win appeal in mining case – Victoria Times Colonist

B.C.’s Indigenous rights law is legally enforceable, rules court

Eby accuses courts of jeopardizing B.C. economy, resource projects – The Globe and Mail

Ontario MP Michael Ma crosses floor to Liberals, putting party one seat short of majority – The Globe and Mail

NDP rejects Yves Engler as leadership candidate – The Globe and Mail

Full correspondence via Yves EnglerCanada overhauls Criminal Code to protect victims and keep kids safe from predators

What is in Bill C-16, Ottawa’s legislation that seeks to toughen gender-based violence laws? – The Globe and Mail

Opinion | Mark Carney is quietly giving sweeping new powers to his ministers

Canada Post commits to free postage for people who are blind as legislation changes