Category: Saint John

The federal Liberals have slipped slightly in the latest poll in Atlantic Canada…but are still very strong.

Corporate Research Associates says 73% of Atlantic Canadians surveyed are satisfied with the performance of the federal Liberals, although the number is little lower for those who would vote liberal…68% which is down from 74% three months ago. 18% chose the Conservatives…up from 16%. The NDP gained the most up 4% from 7% to 11% while the Green Party was unchanged at 3%.

The second highest ranking military officer in the country has been suspended from duty…and DND is not saying why.

Vice Chief of Defence staff Mark Norman, who used to head the Navy, has been relieved of military duties by Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Jonathan Vance. But neither he nor the government is giving the reasons for such a rare move for such a senior officer. Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan would only say he supports the decision.