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Trust. That is the excuse @JustinTrudeau used 2 years ago to explain why he removed two of his Liberal Cabinet Ministers from Caucus. He said that trust was broken and these two women could no longer be “members of his team." 1/5
Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, explained how she endured consistent and inappropriate pressure by the Prime Minister, the PMO, and the Clerk of the Privy Council to interfere in SNC-Lavalin's criminal prosecution. 2/5
She gave numerous accounts of this inappropriate behaviour and explained that she was feeling very uncomfortable. She even stated that for the protection of the Prime Minister's reputation, these inappropriate conversations must stop. 3/5
This deep-dive into the #WEscandal by Bloomberg's @natalieobiko @daniellebochove @herbling moves on to the record things we heard about but didn't have enough sources to report.
It also includes a disturbing allegation I hadn't heard.
Here's the new stuff I took from it... 1/x
It also includes a disturbing allegation I hadn't heard.
Here's the new stuff I took from it... 1/x
WE buildings in Kenya dedicated to visiting donors were then rededicated after those donors left. A plaque would be installed for a visit then removed & replaced with a new plaque for the next. Multiple parties were led to believe they had "built" the same charity project. 2/x 
The actual physical work done in Kenya by voluntourists would be destroyed so the next batch of tourists vould re-do it. We heard of other instances of this. 3/x
"[@palkisu via @WIONews] Farmers in #India are protesting. And some politicians outside India have appointed themselves their spokespersons. Did the farmers ask them to? Most likely not. Are they helping the cause of the farmers? Certainly not."
WHAT FOLLOWS is embarrassing. /2
WHAT FOLLOWS is embarrassing. /2
Loss of #UNSC seat bid by🌐PM @JustinTrudeau was a heavy blow, underscored by its intense and costly diplomatic push. It is not possible to enter the thoughts of the Prime Minister and know to what extent (if any) Canada’s latest candidacy for Secretary General of #OECD now /3
motivates his actions. Nothing happens in a vacuum. AND, in this instance, for whatever reasons @JustinTrudeau made the decision to not only speak out publicly, but to also brush off India's subsequent criticism. Doing so publicly reasonably equates with a desire to be seen. /4
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The 'Good Book' states: "let him who is without sin cast the first stone."
Yet MP @MarkGerretsen #YGK pays no heed himself to such and doesn't mention HE ALSO IS NOT FAULTLESS when it comes to respecting the rules in #HoC committee.
Here's ONE example:
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The 'Good Book' states: "let him who is without sin cast the first stone."
Yet MP @MarkGerretsen #YGK pays no heed himself to such and doesn't mention HE ALSO IS NOT FAULTLESS when it comes to respecting the rules in #HoC committee.
Here's ONE example:
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
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☞ GERRETSEN interrupts MP @ToddDohertyMP [12:02:08] and then proceeds to interject again with a childish swipe during a formal Point of Order. [12:02:43]
Meeting No. 2 #PROC - Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (6 OCT)
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☞ GERRETSEN interrupts MP @ToddDohertyMP [12:02:08] and then proceeds to interject again with a childish swipe during a formal Point of Order. [12:02:43]
Meeting No. 2 #PROC - Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (6 OCT)
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THAT SAID, Mr. GERRETSEN dId not hesitate to angrily rebuke Mr. DOHERTY during the previous meeting for what he perceived as an interruption to his speaking time. [17:46:43]
Meeting No. 1 #PROC - Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (28 SEP)
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THAT SAID, Mr. GERRETSEN dId not hesitate to angrily rebuke Mr. DOHERTY during the previous meeting for what he perceived as an interruption to his speaking time. [17:46:43]
Meeting No. 1 #PROC - Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (28 SEP)
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A Liberal MP has garnered some unexpected national media attention over his "anguished committee speech" (@hollyanndoan via @mindingottawa).
AND,his defensiveness quickly boiled over, unravelling into a (cringeworthy) rant by the MP Kingston and the Islands.
#cdnpoli #YGK
A Liberal MP has garnered some unexpected national media attention over his "anguished committee speech" (@hollyanndoan via @mindingottawa).
AND,his defensiveness quickly boiled over, unravelling into a (cringeworthy) rant by the MP Kingston and the Islands.
#cdnpoli #YGK
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To the (undoubted) chagrin of @MarkGerretsen and his @liberal_party colleagues, this story doesn't lend itself readily to vetting.
When @CPC_HQ @karen_vecchio introduced a Motion pursuant to Standing Orders requiring an explanation by the government for the Prorogation ...
To the (undoubted) chagrin of @MarkGerretsen and his @liberal_party colleagues, this story doesn't lend itself readily to vetting.
When @CPC_HQ @karen_vecchio introduced a Motion pursuant to Standing Orders requiring an explanation by the government for the Prorogation ...
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Mr. GERRETSEN embarked immediately on defensive pushback against any inclusion of #WECharity [17:13:50-17:18:12], even accusing all the Opposition of "conspiring in advance" [17:45:50] as "an opportunity to dig up some dirt. I know they're [#CPC] are looking for this silver
Mr. GERRETSEN embarked immediately on defensive pushback against any inclusion of #WECharity [17:13:50-17:18:12], even accusing all the Opposition of "conspiring in advance" [17:45:50] as "an opportunity to dig up some dirt. I know they're [#CPC] are looking for this silver
AS A FORMER @rcmpgrcpolice (Ret'd), allow me to clarify some recent terminology appearing in the media #MSM:
IT WON'T BE OBVIOUS BUT, the use of the word «EXAMINING» is a synonym for INVESTIGATION.
#WEscandal #WECharity #cdnpoli
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IT WON'T BE OBVIOUS BUT, the use of the word «EXAMINING» is a synonym for INVESTIGATION.
#WEscandal #WECharity #cdnpoli
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When an #RCMP FILE NO. is assigned, it becomes an investigation. Period. Evidence is examined; fact patterns are investigated.
There exists strict Statistics Canada reporting requirements, including an OSR Classification - which delineates, the type of offence. Once a FILE is
There exists strict Statistics Canada reporting requirements, including an OSR Classification - which delineates, the type of offence. Once a FILE is
opened, the outcome will also be tracked and reported (i.e. Unfounded, Charges, Cleared Other), ergo an investigation.
What happens during an investigation can vary, covering a wide spectrum of considerations, everything from the approach taken to the assignment of resources.
What happens during an investigation can vary, covering a wide spectrum of considerations, everything from the approach taken to the assignment of resources.
For decades, the Kielburgers have been celebrated and supported by the media and major organizations. Now, for agreeing to run a cancelled government program but otherwise doing what they’ve always done, their reputations have been destroyed. /1
It seems to me that either the Kielburgers never deserved the praise they received, or they are now being treated very unfairly. Either way, their former supporters seem hypocrites who aren’t prepared to take responsibility for what they helped create. #WECharity #WEscandal /2
I’ve been disappointed by media coverage of #WECharity #WEscandal because every story and opinion ignores this key point: the Kielburgers’ style has never changed. These unchanged people can’t be angels one day and crooks the next when nothing about them has changed. /3
Even Achilles had his heel, so too #TRUDEAU like everyone has his weak spot.
What one can see here sustained during an interminable 5 seconds of silence (0:16 - 0:21) is the expression of dominance and bold defiance.
Sue Grafton, an American author, made this observation:
What one can see here sustained during an interminable 5 seconds of silence (0:16 - 0:21) is the expression of dominance and bold defiance.
Sue Grafton, an American author, made this observation:
In the coming weeks, @JustinTrudeau @liberal_party will (desperately) attempt to 'flip the script' and lay the groundwork for a major reset. #TRUDEAU #LPC are gambling that CDNs «DON'T» and «WON'T» care about #Ethics #Corruption, and in particular, #WEscandal.
We'll see.
We'll see.
WHILE OTHER OFFENCES MAY APPLY, any competently conducted investigation would not overlook evidence of a 'criminal agreement', i.e.
☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud on Government, pursuant to section 121 Criminal Code/s. 465 (1) CC
#cdnpoli #WEscandal
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☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud on Government, pursuant to section 121 Criminal Code/s. 465 (1) CC
#cdnpoli #WEscandal
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#RCMP Oath of Office:
"Do you solemnly swear that you will faithfully, diligently and impartially execute and perform the duties required of you as a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and will well and truly obey and perform all lawful orders and instructions that you
"Do you solemnly swear that you will faithfully, diligently and impartially execute and perform the duties required of you as a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and will well and truly obey and perform all lawful orders and instructions that you
receive, WITHOUT FEAR, FAVOR OR AFFECTION OF OR TOWARDS ANY PERSON, so help you God?" [Emphasis added]
THAT OATH, which reads plainly, is serious and solemn and is no respecter of persons. Every Mountie @rcmpgrcpolice swears or affirms this oath.
THAT OATH, which reads plainly, is serious and solemn and is no respecter of persons. Every Mountie @rcmpgrcpolice swears or affirms this oath.
AS A FORMER @rcmpgrcpolice, I am NOT familiar with the term 'examining'.
The matter has been accepted and assigned a case number; THEREFORE, it is an «INVESTIGATION». It's not complicated. Period.
There is no such thing as a 'sort of' investigation.
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The matter has been accepted and assigned a case number; THEREFORE, it is an «INVESTIGATION». It's not complicated. Period.
There is no such thing as a 'sort of' investigation.
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I'll be blunt here. Use of 'examining' has all appearances of political triage, and with it, interference.
Almost B is the magnitude of alleged offence. Here's the starting point:
☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud on Government, pursuant to section 121 Criminal Code/s. 465 (1) CC
Almost B is the magnitude of alleged offence. Here's the starting point:
☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud on Government, pursuant to section 121 Criminal Code/s. 465 (1) CC
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Most of those who are trying to understand the #WEscandal and multiple other @JustinTrudeau scandals are attempting to do so in the context of the law and government. A more functional form of analysis would be to use criminal network analysis.
Most of those who are trying to understand the #WEscandal and multiple other @JustinTrudeau scandals are attempting to do so in the context of the law and government. A more functional form of analysis would be to use criminal network analysis.
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The Prime Ministers Office can be seen as the political arm of organized crime & foreign extremism in Canada.
Therefore, it should be analysed as a central node in a criminal network, much as you would chart out a transnational drug network using I2 or similar.
The Prime Ministers Office can be seen as the political arm of organized crime & foreign extremism in Canada.
Therefore, it should be analysed as a central node in a criminal network, much as you would chart out a transnational drug network using I2 or similar.
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The most important players in a crime network are not the bosses/kingpins. The critical nodes are those built around the BROKERS who can connect all the relevant players. (Think Chief of Staff, certain Cab Mins). Brokers are all important players in a crime network.
The most important players in a crime network are not the bosses/kingpins. The critical nodes are those built around the BROKERS who can connect all the relevant players. (Think Chief of Staff, certain Cab Mins). Brokers are all important players in a crime network.
Problem with political « scandals » is that we never really get to the bottom of them. I was suspended for 2 1/2yrs without pay because Deloitte questioned $141 of expenses. False allegations are horrible on a human being. #WEscandal #SNC #SenateScandal #cdnpoli
I followed rules to the letter as it was written in black and white and was forced to pay back over $50,000. My colleague, a single mother lost her job and because she was associated with me, she couldn’t find work and had to move to the Yukon.
Toronto’s mayor John Tory’s wife owns a building renovator company on 666 Mount Pleasant Rd. Like the address? Wonder if her company benefitted with $ tied to #Kielburger #WEscandal ?
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The one with pink is Tory’s sister who just retired from RBC. Cute eh?
666 Mount Pleasant is currently listed for rent. It’s a residential property, not commercial.
Since we're talking 'sin', I have this prophetic thought:
When asked whether he had knowledge of @Bill_Morneau's #WECharity -related travel, the clear reply from @JustinTrudeau ("I did not know") was like a stark silhouette. ... /2
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When asked whether he had knowledge of @Bill_Morneau's #WECharity -related travel, the clear reply from @JustinTrudeau ("I did not know") was like a stark silhouette. ... /2
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
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Later as @telfordk nervously rocked back and forth in her seat, she noticeably and uncharacteristically fumbled for a reply when asked whether MORNEAU should resign.
TAKEN TOGETHER - PMJT/ clear response + KT/ awkwardness = the writing on the wall (portend of doom) for ... /3
TAKEN TOGETHER - PMJT/ clear response + KT/ awkwardness = the writing on the wall (portend of doom) for ... /3
Min. Finance. IF I MAY, I'll take this a step further. Even though MORNEAU is not a lamb without blemish, he'll be the sacrificial offering. AND, here's what @liberal_party doesn't understand, one head mounted on a pike atop a bridge won't be sufficient,not until there's two.
THE MOMENT CAPTURED WHEN:
PM TRUDEAU exercises his 'buck passing' muscle when he states: "That is not the role of a Prime Minister" sidestepping responsibility, ... effectively throwing the Public Service under the bus.
So much for «THE BUCK STOPS HERE»
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
PM TRUDEAU exercises his 'buck passing' muscle when he states: "That is not the role of a Prime Minister" sidestepping responsibility, ... effectively throwing the Public Service under the bus.
So much for «THE BUCK STOPS HERE»
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
In response to a question from MP Rhéal FORTIN @RhealFortin @BlocQuebecois
Or, referred to as a "binary choice" by @telfordk. Heavy emphasis on «binary».
What in the FUCK is going on here? Can we take a step back and ask why in the hell are we going on about the goings on at WE? We have a fucking pandemic right now and THIS is the shit #CPC/#NDP / #cdnmedia is wasting our time on right now?
#cdnpoli
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So now we get to hear from the MP, Michael Cooper, who read part of the #Christchurch terrorist's manifesto into #Canada's public record.
"Ethics", according to @AndrewScheer's #CPC.
#cdnpoli #WEscandal
"Ethics", according to @AndrewScheer's #CPC.
#cdnpoli #WEscandal
WATCH: @AndrewScheer caught LYING about #WEscandal!
"Gobbling up millions of dollars of prime #Toronto real estate" - NOPE!
#cdnpoli #WE #WeakAndy #GobbleGobble
"Gobbling up millions of dollars of prime #Toronto real estate" - NOPE!
#cdnpoli #WE #WeakAndy #GobbleGobble
"He failed to get the largest number of votes...." - @AndrewScheer.
So does that mean you regret fighting against electoral reform then, #WeakAndy?
You're a coward who knows #Trudeau will kick #CPC's ass in the next election.
#IStandWithTrudeau #cdnpoli
So does that mean you regret fighting against electoral reform then, #WeakAndy?
You're a coward who knows #Trudeau will kick #CPC's ass in the next election.
#IStandWithTrudeau #cdnpoli
The #WE scandal surrounding Cnd. PM Justin Trudeau (& Finance Minister Bill Morneau) broke at the end of June. June 26 2020: "Trudeau accused of cronyism over giving #WE Charity a contract to run $912-million student #volunteer program".
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"#WE Day events for young people [] frequently feature Mr. Trudeau & his wife, Sophie Grégoire #Trudeau, as #keynote speakers. Ms. Grégoire Trudeau is a volunteer "#ambassador and ally” of the WE Well-being initiative."
"As we must account for every idle word, so must we account for every idle silence." (Benjamin Franklin)
Glancing over his Facebook and Twitter, one would not know anything is happening. @MarkGerretsen is maintaining utter silence on #WEscandal - NO DIFFERENT THAN
#cdnpoli
Glancing over his Facebook and Twitter, one would not know anything is happening. @MarkGerretsen is maintaining utter silence on #WEscandal - NO DIFFERENT THAN
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how he went soundless during SNC-Lavalin.
@Chris_Bittle chose to respond to the above Tweet with a "Block".
In what some are saying may shaping up to be the biggest scandal since Pacific Scandal, ... Mr. GERRETSEN chooses to say nothing.
Again, one can hear a pin drop.
@Chris_Bittle chose to respond to the above Tweet with a "Block".
In what some are saying may shaping up to be the biggest scandal since Pacific Scandal, ... Mr. GERRETSEN chooses to say nothing.
Again, one can hear a pin drop.
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So What Happens Next?
« With their plans foiled, the bank robbers decide to abort the bank robbery »
So, there's been no crime committed? ? After all, they bailed out. Right? Wrong.
"Surprise" 🎁 waiting for @JustinTrudeau ET AL. ... +
#cdnpoli
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« With their plans foiled, the bank robbers decide to abort the bank robbery »
So, there's been no crime committed? ? After all, they bailed out. Right? Wrong.
"Surprise" 🎁 waiting for @JustinTrudeau ET AL. ... +
#cdnpoli
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☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud on Government, pursuant to section 121 Criminal Code /s. 465 (1) CC
☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud, pursuant to s. 380 (1) Criminal Code /s. 465 (1) CC
UNLIKE 'Attempts', Conspiracy carries SAME penalty as if offence occurred.
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
☞ Conspiracy to Commit Fraud, pursuant to s. 380 (1) Criminal Code /s. 465 (1) CC
UNLIKE 'Attempts', Conspiracy carries SAME penalty as if offence occurred.
#WEscandal #cdnpoli
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The other day, I (semi-) jokingly referred to the pungent odour of Skunk Cabbage emanating from #WE Charity in Cabbagetown.
Simply said, a shell game beginning to be uncovered. BUT, this is no game. +
@StewGlobal @andrewglobal @globalnews
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Simply said, a shell game beginning to be uncovered. BUT, this is no game. +
@StewGlobal @andrewglobal @globalnews
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The orchestrations and sleight of hand AND the (obscenely large)amount involved demands an 'competently-conducted criminal investigation free of political interference.'
As a former @rcmpgrcpolice,I chose these words carefully. ENOUGH. NO MORE being toyed with by individuals
As a former @rcmpgrcpolice,I chose these words carefully. ENOUGH. NO MORE being toyed with by individuals
who have a vested interest in protecting the fruits of corruption and safeguarding their self-interest ... AND obfuscating (if not, obliterating) evidence.
ENOUGH.
Cc: @MarkGerretsen Kingston and the Islands
* Be advised, silence is complicity.
#WEscandal #cdnpoli #ygk
ENOUGH.
Cc: @MarkGerretsen Kingston and the Islands
* Be advised, silence is complicity.
#WEscandal #cdnpoli #ygk
Like I said the other day, the world is noticing ... NOW, it's @CNN #CNN (a small independent television broadcaster #humor )
EXCERPT ... +
#WEscandal #TRUDEAU #TrudeauworstPMever #TRUDEAUCrimeMinister #cdnpoli #YGK
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EXCERPT ... +
#WEscandal #TRUDEAU #TrudeauworstPMever #TRUDEAUCrimeMinister #cdnpoli #YGK
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Cc: @MarkGerretsen MP Kingston and the Islands
#Liberal #LPC #YGK
"While it may be too early to pen Trudeau's political obituary ... " +
🚧 WHAT FOLLOWS MAY BE A BIT TOO DIFFICULT TO READ FOR MR. GERRETSEN 🚧
*That said, I decided to separate it, out of sensitivity.
#Liberal #LPC #YGK
"While it may be too early to pen Trudeau's political obituary ... " +
🚧 WHAT FOLLOWS MAY BE A BIT TOO DIFFICULT TO READ FOR MR. GERRETSEN 🚧
*That said, I decided to separate it, out of sensitivity.
"a weary Liberal caucus, sensing their leader has become a liability and fearing the prospect of defeat in a future election, could pressure their leader to step + aside, at least temporarily."aside, at least temporarily."
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1st Draft (Feedback Welcome)
"Quick 'n Dirty" Cost Estimate of CSSG Program by #WE Charity
Budget 🇨🇦$913M
• STUDENTS $175M
• TEACHERS $6.5M
• ADMINISTRATON $43.53M
Total $225M
☞ UNACCOUNTED FOR 🚩 $688M
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1st Draft (Feedback Welcome)
"Quick 'n Dirty" Cost Estimate of CSSG Program by #WE Charity
Budget 🇨🇦$913M
• STUDENTS $175M
• TEACHERS $6.5M
• ADMINISTRATON $43.53M
Total $225M
☞ UNACCOUNTED FOR 🚩 $688M
@JPTasker @CBCNews
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ENDNOTES (Explanation of Calculations)
Plainly, the amount «UNACCOUNTED FOR» is beyond significant.Risking serious understatement, it's horribly 'out of plumb'.
I have labelled this a "First (1st) Draft" for obvious reasons - Feedback is welcome.
@CBCPolitics #WEscandal
ENDNOTES (Explanation of Calculations)
Plainly, the amount «UNACCOUNTED FOR» is beyond significant.Risking serious understatement, it's horribly 'out of plumb'.
I have labelled this a "First (1st) Draft" for obvious reasons - Feedback is welcome.
@CBCPolitics #WEscandal
