Senate reform

Independent senators now make up the majority in a newly relevant upper chamber—and, yes, they have the power to kill bills

With the acquittal—and imminent return to work—of Sen. Mike Duffy, the upper chamber readies itself for a new role

Maclean’s is your destination for the 2015 election. Start with our in-depth primers on the big issues, including democratic reform

Both Stephen Harper and Thomas Mulcair have plans to reform the Senate that may prove unconstitutional. Now what?

The Prime Minister declares a moratorium on Senate appointments and the countdown to a constitutional crisis is on

He didn’t emerge in support of abolishing the Senate—but the Prime Minister’s plans are still worthy of scrutiny. John Geddes explains

Beset with scandal, the Senate adjourns and passes up two opportunities to assert itself and its purpose. Now what?

An elected or abolished Senate is going to need provincial support. So here’s what the provinces have to say.

Talk of ’honour’ at the Duffy trial shows what must change

Why the red chamber won’t die of simple neglect