Development groups hope majority brings change

Embattled international development groups are hopeful that having attained their coveted majority, the Harper government will be more relaxed and prepared to enter a new era of dialogue and co-operation with the sector.

Democracy promotion falling off radar even as experts see more need

With the Middle East in turmoil, Canada's declining support is being noticed.

The parties, the promises, the priorities

Canada's dysfunctional foreign corruption laws

Earlier this month, the Paris-based Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development released a scathing report highlighting Canada's weak anti-corruption laws and the Department of Justice's inability to prosecute private sector actors that have committed bribery abroad.

The Spin Doctors

What are your party's policies and priorities on international development and corporate social responsibility?

Oda faces an 'elephant' on the campaign trail

Voters in the CIDA minister's riding call it the "not issue."

Parties' aid, immigration, defence promises lamented for ambiguity

Even experts say they have a hard time figuring out each party's position.

Assessing the debates

The French and English debates are over and the leaders are back on the hustings.

Civil society support earns mixed grades

Some say mining is still off-limits.