Laura Steiner
Laura has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History and Contemporary Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University, and certificate in Journalism from Sheridan college. She has nearly three years experience as a Freelance Journalist working as Reporter, Producer, and Magazine Editor in the Greater Toronto Area.
Laura maintains a high interest in both national and provincial politics. She has served in various positions for Elections Canada and Elections Ontario including as a Deputy Returning Officer, and Registration officer. Other than politics, Laura's interested in writing original fiction, movies, and television. In addition to her website, Laura writes two blogs: Milton Views, on politics and issues around Milton, and Musings about the lighter side of life.
Latest Articles
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Happy Birthday to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms turns 30 years old today. A look back on what it has meant for Canada
Apr 17, 2012
- Laura Steiner
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Review: The Borgias Returns For Second Season
Oscar Winner Jeremy Irons returns with The Borgias for a second season featuring a heated sibling rivalry, and a baby. Spoiler Alert!
Apr 11, 2012
- Laura Steiner
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Review: Shonda Rhimes' Scandal
Writer/Producer Shonda Rhimes adds Scandal to ABC Lineup. Warning: article may contain spoilers
Apr 7, 2012
- Laura Steiner
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Ontario's NDP Release Second Budget Demand
Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath has released her party's second condition for supporting the Liberal budget
Apr 5, 2012
- Laura Steiner
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Minority McGuinty Government Presents First Budget
Finance Minister Dwight Duncan has presented his first budget as a minority. Included was a request for a public sector wage freeze.
Apr 4, 2012
- Laura Steiner
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In Contempt of Parliament and the Harper Government
Many Canadians have never heard the expression contempt of Parliament. What does it mean? And what does it mean for the Harper Government?
Mar 25, 2011
- Laura Steiner
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Is a Coalition Possible in Canada?
If other constitutional monarchies can have coalitions then why can't Canada? Some thoughts on the word "coalition," and its place in Canadian politics.
Sep 5, 2010
- Laura Steiner
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Second Class Action Suit Launched Over G20 Protests
A second class action lawsuit has been launched over the G20 protests of June, 2010. The $115 million court action is on behalf of 1150 people.
Sep 3, 2010
- Laura Steiner
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Liberals, NDP Deny Merger Talks
The Liberals and New Democratic Party (NDP) are denying any talk of a possible merger. The new party would be called the Liberal Democrats.
Jun 10, 2010
- Laura Steiner
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$1 Billion G20 Security Bill Cost of 'Canada's Role In The World
According to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty the $1 billion spent on security for this month's G20 is the cost of Canada's role in the world.
Jun 7, 2010
- Laura Steiner
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