In every election campaign, politicians are eager to claim historic firsts. Here are some factual milestones in Canadian federal elections. More: Election 2004

On Saturday there were nearly 400 forest fires burning in British Columbia, compared to 56 at this time last year. Many of these fires were caused by lightning strikes, ... Read More

As you're thinking about who will be the Prime Minister of Canada after next week's federal election, find out how much you know about past Canadian prime ministers. More: Prime Ministers ... Read More

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has published a comparison of the costs of the Liberal, Conservative and NDP 2004 election platforms. Can They Pay for What They Say?" looks ... Read More

They've been preparing all weekend, and the four main party leaders are ready to face off this week in televised debates - Monday in French, and Tuesday in English. ... Read More

After extensive public consultations, the CRTC, Canada's telecommunications and broadcasting regulator, has set tougher rules for telemarketers. The new rules will start in October. The CRTC also came out in ... Read More

Not sure what a minority government is, what a returning officer does, or what "first past the post" means? Check our glossary of Canadian election terms for simple explanations to ... Read More

Canada Day comes hot on the heels of the election, so don't forget to make sure your Canadian flag is in good order. To put you in the mood, here's ... Read More

Stephen Harper has spelled out the Conservative Party policy on gun control. Harper says that if the Conservatives are elected they will cancel the Canadian gun registry and redirect funds ... Read More