Parliamentarians of the year

Aaron Wherry sits down with Bob Rae to discuss the state of Parliament and politics

Last night at the Chateau Laurier, Maclean’s and our gracious sponsors handed out the annual awards for the best in Parliament...

As a parliamentarian, he was a riveting speaker on the floor of the House and a sharp performer in question period

When Bob Rae stands to question the government every afternoon, there is a noticeable pause

Jason Kenney is best known for his efforts with Canada’s immigrant communities

As a speaker, John Baird has uncommon energy, eloquence and range

’Even his enemies like him’

Joe Comartin is known to arrive on Parliament Hill at 7 a.m. every day, in order to catch up on his reading

Chris Alexander landed in Ottawa last spring carrying a burden of expectations matched by few rookie MPs

Michael Chong’s guiding political rule is: “always pay attention to your constituents—constantly stay in touch with them”