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Time to revive the Team Canada trade missions

As Prime Minister Carney crisscrosses the globe in an effort to diversify our trade and investment, he would be well advised to consider a page from...

27.02.2026 20

iPolitics

Sergio Marchi

What We Lose When Question Period Becomes Performance Art

Relentless attacks may score clicks, but they leave opposition parties unready to govern The post What We Lose When Question Period Becomes...

26.01.2026 6

The Walrus

Sergio Marchi

Pursuing a Public Life: How to Succeed in the Political Arena

In a new book, seasoned politician Sergio Marchi outlines the practical steps needed to succeed in the political arena.

07.11.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Time to revive Team Canada trade missions

24.08.2025 10

The Hill Times

Sergio Marchi

Time to Revive the Team Canada Trade Missions

Creating a more diverse trade agenda and constructing closer political coalitions around the globe is necessary today more than ever.

15.08.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Building the Indispensable Partnership Between Political Leaders and Public Servants 

Hardworking ministers, supported by a well-functioning, independent and professional cadre of civil servants, are vital to furthering Canada’s...

21.07.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Under Trump’s Shadow: Assessing the G7 in Kananaskis

Despite mixed results, Prime Minister Carney displayed compelling leadership throughout while setting the stage for improved relations with the US.

19.06.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Mark Carney: a leader for turbulent times

02.05.2025 5

The Hill Times

Sergio Marchi

Mark Carney: A Leader for Turbulent Times

The new Liberal government must now move swiftly and decisively

30.04.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Carney, Trump, and Canada’s coming federal election 

Matters concerning foreign affairs normally go missing in action during federal elections. Given recent threats from Washington, this will be far from...

21.03.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

As we battle the US bilaterally, Canada must urgently reimagine its global alliances 

Donald Trump is just the latest in a long list of demagogues who exploit the trappings of democracy to further authoritarian ambitions. Will anyone be...

06.02.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi

Lessons from a Messy Leadership Exit

Over the last year and a half, the nation has grown tired of Justin Trudeau. And for many Canadians, the Prime Minister’s announcement he was...

08.01.2025 10

OpenCanada

Sergio Marchi