The prime minister’s appearance at the Public Order Emergency Commission offered a fascinating insight into the mindset of the man making the decision. He pronounced himself “absolutely serene” and confident that he did the right thing.The NP Comment newsletter from columnist Colby Cosh and NP Comment editors tackles the important topics with boldness, verve and wit. Get NP Platformed delivered to your inbox weekdays by 4 p.m. ET.
“It was an unpleasant situation — very bad headlines,” Trudeau told commission counsel, Shantona Chaudhury. The prime minister complained to then-Ottawa mayor, Jim Watson, that Ford was “hiding” for political reasons.Article content The Liberals have been cagey on this point — Justice Minister David Lametti in his testimony wouldn’t even confirm such an opinion exists, citing solicitor-client privilege. The Commissioner, Justice Paul Rouleau, wondered how he is supposed to assess the government’s use of the act without access to the legal opinion.
When pressed on the nature of the threats in this case, Trudeau cited “the weaponization of vehicles,” “the use of children as human shields,” the presence of weapons at the Coutts, Alta., border crossing and the theft of guns from a truck in Peterborough, Ont., which police feared may be heading for Ottawa.
A lawyer for OPS made the case that the plan presented on the 13th was the one that succeeded on the 18th, a concession Trudeau refused to make, presumably because doing so would have undermined his contention that the Emergencies Act was a game-changer. “I took in the weight of the decision and reflected briefly on the reassurance it gave me that the entire system, the Clerk, Canada’s top public servant, and an impartial, professional public service were making the recommendation.”
You must not have watched the inquiry because he certainly did a super job of justifying the act. You should not be a journalist because you only see one side of a story. You need to get out of the business since your Conservative ideas paint a different picture than the real one
MarilynGladuSL
Clearly you weren't actually watching. Sheesh!
WBrettWilson Don't forget to mention he also lied he literally lied on that If he was under oath what happens if he lies because he lied
WBrettWilson
WBrettWilson Psychopaths sleep well at night after committing evil. That’s what makes them psychopaths
Like I care what The National Post ever says….
The Master of BS.
IvisonJ Ivison, didn't need to read your article about Trudeau/ EA Act to know it was 100% CPC/PC 🐂💩 b/c, as it is focused on an Ottawa plan, a quick search for the term 'tow truck' revealed ZERO results.
All you need to know.
PUKE
Lol of course he did. You are all morons
He didn’t 100% justify it. But he sure showed that the Ottawa Police, Ottawa businesses/citizens and the RCMP were screaming for help. And the guy ultimately responsible * Premier Ford * was intentionally missing in action. Conservatives wanted a disaster.
What were you watching?
In the eyes of Public opinion he did his job. Thank god for that.
Could you be any more predictable?
Actually he did. You're just pissed because you're an anti-Trudeau loser.
Look it simple, anything PM Trudeau will say or do will be a failure for the crazy ackward Conservatives. Hey, last week the carzy ackward Conservatives did backup President Xi of China over their own PM, only to hurt him politically !
I can't fathom intelligent, rational citizens defending the use of the Emergency Act. Standing up against illegal mandates caused money seizure. He brought in armed foreign military forces against peaceful protestors. His actions are not defensible! Wake up
I wonder how much he paid them off the SOB
I strongly disagree. I am an independent who watched the entire inquiry. Trudeau was measured, well informed and confident. A leader.
Postmedia keeps trying to tell us Liberal competency and success is failure. Meanwhile, they love Conservatives who hide from scrutiny.
John, as a ',journalist' I am surprised that you continue to push the false understanding of the mandate of the inquiry as per the wording of the actual law itself. This was not a trial nor did the inquiry have the ability to render judgement on the legitimacy of the usage.
Damn it must be difficult being a conservative bc you are never wrong . Except when someone calls you on it . Trudeau did the exact right thing by calling the EA on that bunch of no nothings . How far right are you anyway ? Shame on the Post taking the extreme right position
He doesn't have to justify the EA. He knew that the Konvoy was getting out of hand and made a decision based on info provided. Leading is not easy and usually does not please everyone. Get over it !!
It would be a much shorter path to the truth if there was a guy standing behind them with a stock prod ready to use it when they lied!
His justification is that he is justified because he believes it was the right choice because he is serene. Can we not remove this lying tyrant? It's time for a good old fashioned treason punishment!
Fortunately that's not John Ivison's call to make.
Doesn’t he have a drama degree or something? So you expect a good show.
His serenity will lead himself or his country to insanity. There is no alternative.
Didn’t bother switching Trudeau/Biden head but you get the idea.
Couldn’t he just go away?
Good grief, Ivison never fails to disappoint with his fiction does he? Like it is his call or something .. and except for DonMartinCTV it is disappointing - but not surprising - how every single RW newspaper joined in with this herd mentality. TrudeauWasRight EmergenciesAct
When did this peace-loving country become so angry?
We as Canadians are known for our politeness however in this situation I am fed up with your garbage heap, birdcage-liner so-called news rag...f.o
ScheerBullschitt™️
Are you now a Fox News subsidiary?
Lol lol. It would seem that you are in the minority with your take. That would be consistent with your status of a Conservative. The majority take is that over the 5+ hours the Prime Minister did very well in justifying the actions taken.
WBrettWilson Poor, complacent ,enabling, screwed Canadians
Mr. Ivison. Turdo doesn't have to justify anything, any more than Putin or kim
Had the 'Convoy' left Ottawa on the first Monday following their arrival, like every other rational protest, none of this insanity would be part of Canadian history. Money spent on the EA would go towards real Canadian issues, like securing children's Tylenol and Ibuprophene.
Based on the majority of the comments here I cannot wait for TheWest to separate. AdiosOttawa and the decline of Canada…
“This is not a protest, this is an insurrection.”
Canada's emergency Isa how to get rid of Trudeau as PM the sooner the better
Your wrong. Trudeau did justify his use of the act. You right wingers should be jumping for joy
Anyone surprised here. Ivison took time off to write this two weeks ago while taking a break from writing wrestling scripts. johnivison acoyne he writes what’s he’s told to write. Simple. ChantalHbert bruceanderson Sad really.
🇺🇸American tripe.🇺🇸
This PM is the most tyrannical in the history of the country. Never before has so much hardcore socialism and borderline communism been forced on Canadians. I’m looking forward to a big change.
Great article Ivison. Glad to see you've embraced truth! You were leaning a lot to the left! Welcome back to reality!
Finally, an obviously true statement
WBrettWilson Also lying openly..
JT should be in jail for what he did.
Man envy. It’s ok we understand.
WBrettWilson “the two-thirds of the population that believes the declaration of a public order emergency was necessary will remain unconcerned about possible rights and freedoms abuses” Say what now?
Johnny is jealous of Trudeau's performance.
As usual John has skipped over the facts and jumped to his own conclusions.
Once again Ivison has his head up his butt. What’s it like up there?
Only in your imagination.
PaulHDenis Not to mention the turd lied under Oath
Because Repuglicans want you to know.
Did you watch the same inquiry the rest of us did?
He thinks he can get away with anything and so far, he has.
I do not agree with you
I expect you had this written weeks ago! Fully expected from the national post.
TrudeauWasRight
Nonsense. Sure he did. Just not to the satisfaction of the Conservative base. Generally speaking, Canadians are happy with our PM no matter the crap you spew.
Meanwhile, Canadians say otherwise. NationalPostIsTrash
COMPLETELY OUT-OF-TOUCH
What else is new? ACTING! (per Jon Lovitz). Handle the PM like a baby. Need better in govt.
serene .....cause he knows hes not going to get in trouble cause the inquiry is a corrupted joke and smoke screen for the public .... the government should have thrown his ass out the instant he enacted the emergencies act ...period !!!
But good judge help him
JT should get an Oscar for his performance as the calm compassionate violator of Canadian law. He truly was gifted as a part time acting instructor, his only qualification for PM? btw, if I 'identify' as the PM of Canada, I AM the PM of Canada?
Lots of political justification but no legal justification. Unbelievable that a government can redefine the emergencies act as they see it and use it against its citizens. cdnpoli
He made the convoy look like fools, he won so hard that by trying to discredit his win you look foolish. It’s like going to a hockey game with 10 - 0 score and your still trying to say your team won. You lost, sit this out….
He wiped the floor as the adult in the room. While everyone else was acting like children and playing games he did the sensible work to end the mess. If the cowards in the convoy had a backbone they would have held the line and went to jail. Then would have really seen justice
Where were you Feb 2022? Where have you been during the last 6 weeks?
And you are suprised He is trying to be a dictator in a country that people fought for freedom where have you been for the last 7 years
PMJT should have been asked why he did not go out and initiate a dialogue directly with the protesters. All of this monstrosity could have been avoided if he had the courage to do so.
funny real news outlets are saying the opposite
But he did though. 🤷♂️ And the Director of the CSIS already testified that he advised the federal government that it was necessary. Case closed. TrudeauWasRight
IvisonJ Chatham Asset Management really can’t stand the fact Canada has a Liberal government.
He's the PM, he's justified. I'll vote for him, again. Those protesters weren't justified.
Write all the nonsensical bullshit you wanna spin you right wing trashcan of a newspaper. Trudeau just guaranteed his election victory in 2025 with his appearance at the inquiry. So enjoy the next 7 years of Liberal government. I bet NP won't even last that long. Good riddance.
The serenity of someone who knows whichever way this goes, he'll be fine.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 It's understood the POST is owned by our neighbors to the south. F7cking pathetic.
Bahahaha....you should be taken to court for libel on that claim. Stick your opinion up your mouth which is interchangeable with your ass
He knew it was a Civil Rights protest and that is why he crushed it.
IStandWithTrudeau
Humm, a person (wannabe journalist), weighs in on something that an entire commission is still exploring. Nice to know that impartial reflection, wise judicial interpretation, and the evaluation of facts are now the purview of the Joe Public. I did not know that!🤦♀️
Most people think he was justified.
We understand the selfish, the greedy, the narcissists do not care about the weaker members of society. You need to leave CND and go where there is freedom to be selfish.
I don't like Trudeau. I think his government is hurting Canada. It was a vindictive move to enable the war measures act. But... I must admit he handled himself well on the stand.
Shocking, the Conservative favoured National Post publishes this nonsense. Story was probably written 2 days ago before JT even testified.
He doesn’t have to, the judge is married to his dads sister, six time liberal donor, liberal judge who golfed with Pierre, what’s to be scared of. The court was his arena and the judge was his pr guy
Your wrong.
Agreed. You cannot use a nuclear option on your own citizens based on what COULD happen. Your wrong if you do!
John Ivison is closed minded and mean spirited. I read the paper daily but not a paper that Carried his demented rankings.
Since when does 'serene' mean lying under oath?
He didn't fail to explain, you failed to understand.
Insurrection? Hahaha
The general consensus is not on your side John. Let's just wait for the Report to be published shall we?
Zero justification. This incompetent PM and his yes-men need to go before they do more harm. cdnpoli
I think he did justify it, in fact the majority of Canadians do also.
Don't forget that magic box that has a legal reason for the EA. We can't see it but boy if they could tell us we would all just say, oh ok.
Couldn't you get a real job?
You're WRONG! IStandWithTrudeau
Yup, his perceived threat in his head is not actually a real threat. Typical far left attempts to make people believe that a perceived threat is in fact a threat with no actual threat in sight
Not a care in the world,because he is above the law in Canada.The RCMP are his lapdog, the media his personal PR company, and working Cdns fill his personal piggybank, which he uses for intl donations to grow his personal brand as a virtuous,generous humanitarian extraordinaire.
You watching fox,Tucker talking to you
IvisonJ We have a habitual liar as PM. trudeaulied
TrudeauWasRight PMJT did the job the police and Ford couldn't..
Yup. Zero threat to national security. Unless bouncy castles count.
eat s**t
If they wanted justification they shouldve used their time more efficiently.Instead,we had the convoy lawyer telling people the convoy has supporters, sharing pro convoy testimonials,and saying that he should resign.If I wanted that info I can get that anytime on social media.
He doesn't have to. That charade kangaroo court is going to find what he damn well tells them to find.
“serenity now” . . Trudeau debuts his best Frank Costanza . .
Ummm TrudeauWasRight
100 percent agree, it's great to see free thought, untarnished unbiased reporting and opinions. It's great your paper is not a left agenda type like CBC, star and basically every other left bought and owned media entity.
Sir Ivison I am a shameless fan but today YOU ARE THE MAN! “ Dramatis Personae” indeed.
This is BS. Saw PMJT on TV. Quite the opposite. Very proud of our PM. Biased opinions are not facts!! Shameful reporting!!
Serene? Really?
There was justification for police intervention and arrests. But Trudeau and his lackeys seem to conflate justification for arrests with the need for the freaking war measures act! Common, it’s not like the convoy rebel alliance was blowing up buildings and shit. Overreaction
As far as you are concerned, as far as I’m concerned you aren’t the commissioner!
I think he perfectly justified it.
“I took in the weight of the decision and reflected briefly on the reassurance it gave me that the entire system, the Clerk, Canada’s top public servant, and an impartial, professional public service were making the recommendation.” lol the entire system except for CSIS!
Actually, John, considering you work for the NP, an american propaganda machine which is obviously right heavy leaning, your opinion piece, yes opinion piece is sadly partisan! Just like all conservatives! Glad the EA was enacted and it came to a peaceful resolution!
That’s not how I felt after seeing his testimony. I was honestly expecting him to blow it… ….but Trudeau nailed it. I’m more convinced that the EA was justly applied. Though I wish it was not used….
Nonsense, John you sound like an opinionated journalist? A minority of Canadians approved of enacting the EA, Trudeau did what was absolutely necessary! It cleared Ottawa, safely without loos of life! Without the act, are you prepared to tell me it would’ve been resolved safely?
Only he should be able to put the breaks on the economy. Not people who’s jobs were solely moving goods domestically and internationally.
SYNOPSIS: Scottish guy, writing for an American propaganda rag, has right wing opinions about Canada. Nobody cares.
Well to be fair in the protest vs occupation debate, Trudeau did promise to give Canadians a camping experience, was it his plan to host them in Ottawa, Windsor, Coutts, Emerson and Surrey. Coming soon is tree planting events.
TrudeauWasRight
He did the right thing in the face of the insurrection.
TrudeauWasRight
In other news, Minnesota Wild beat the Maple Leafs 15 to 0. An obvious lie just as obvious as Ivison's pathetic opinion of the Prime Minister's testimony. Meanwhile, crickets sound when Ivison will critique Poilievre & Ford's failure to testify. Ivison is a political operative
Oh ... an opinion piece ...
Give it a rest John …you lost
It's Opposite of Reality Day over at the Republican controlled NP.
Nice try, champ.
Some of us actually listened to PM Trudeau's testimony. Where were you?
No John. He completely justified it. Maybe not to sad sacks like you who mindlessly repeat conservative talking points. The reason journalism is in crisis is because of propaganda rags like the National Post.
I expect nothing more from your publication than a biased report.
Biased as usual
The key take away can be found in the headline, 'Justin Trudeau fails'
Nearly all of John Ivison's colleagues in Ottawa seem to have a different opinion. Why is that?
Really?What testimony were you watching?
Really? We’re you not listening?
Write a column about what was actually revealed at today's proceedings, not about what you wish happened.
Headline:. National Post supports anti-Trudeau sentiment. shocking
Failed and fabricated
Did he write this article a week ago?
TrudeauWasRight IStandWithTrudeau
CTV says he won hands down lol... Maybe at not telling the truth. Wonder if his pants will catch fire as in 'liar liar pants on fire' lol
It wasn’t on just him. It’s the culmination of all the testimony l
We've all been waiting in suspense to see which way the NP and Ivison would come down on here. What a shocker: Trudeau Bad!
National Post - the fiefdom of convict Conrad Black (pardoned by Russian operative and soon-to-be-indicted criminal Donald Trump) attacks the Canadian PM. What a surprise!
TrudeauWasRight
And the NP once again gets it wrong.
Then the commission should find that the government was negligent when they invoked it!
Oh? Sounded pretty damn convincing to me.
He is just not up to the job
Interesting that non-partisan papers say the opposite 🤔
He justified it quite adequately. You are an ultra biased rag and intelligent Canadians are unmoved by your BS.
I do not know how I can survive two more years of this fraud
JT stated he did not read the “plan” and relied on a-kissing advisors to invoke the EMA. Hmm any true leader would explore all avenues prior to taking such action. Sorry, JT fails as a leader as does his minions.
Justify Ivison being referred to as a reporter National(Inquirer)Post!
Agreed! He did better than I expected. Was there justification to invoke the EA? In the spirit of the Act, I would say No! Did border restrictions that triggered the protest get the blessing from the Govt's own health experts... apparently not! What say ye non caucus Liberals?
Yeah, what the hell were you watching on behalf of your far right American employer?
What does this mean for Justin Trudeau?
Bahaha....Ivison would tell you sea water ain't that salty. Obviously true to form our friend misjudges the clearly spoken and well explained decision making involved.
Such a complete surprise that you would assume your usual totally biased, and nonsensical perspective, Mr. Ivison ... okay, just kidding, not a surprise at all, you only have one gear, and mostly you make no sense !
raabertd 😆🤣🐑🐑🐑🐑
You are aware that he demolished the Convoy team?
TrudeauDestroyingCanada TrudeauCorruption TrudeauIsTheNewHitler TrudeauMustGo DefundCBC iamnotabot
He did rather well. Your article suggests that your rag is out of touch with reality.
ryangerritsen That’s a more like it headline.
It was a disgraceful performance of lies.
Remember when they arrested Meng Wanzhou and they said 'rule of law' but the truth was the Minister could have overruled? Slippery slope and there not even using rule of law. Then again Canada doesn't have to be good. Just better than where we came from.
Sure John. You are unable to form a positive thought about PMJT ever
Resign Trudeau. Resign.
bcbluecon He’s an evil criminal. He cares nothing for Canadians. He’s done nothing for Canadians. He’s out to kill us. WorstPMinCanadianHistory
Justified it to me.
He has no clue about democracy, ask his father
'serene' he says instead of 'calm, rational, reasonable' to make you think he never gave a sh*t.
My PM is so good looking. Thanks for the pic!
Remember fellow Canadians it all started with Trudeau’s high school rhetoric. Trudeau lied again today at the inquiry.
You wrote this weeks ago didn’t you - very crafty and time saving!!
Okay Johnny Ivermectin….who pays your salary?
Written like you wrote it two weeks ago.
That’s better..
Really? Who says that Trudeau failed to justify the EA?
Ya know, when we already know what your conclusion is going to be before the event even happens, you may not have much cred as a 'Journalist'
Rage farming American-owned rag says what?
Serene? Not my take - he was polished and rehearsed but serene? Nope
The Star's coverage was better and less biased.
Trudeau is bad for Canada. Right or wrong he should resign just for partisanship.
Actually anyone with an IQ over 70 will know the PM made the right call and that it’s been proven. Now for these right wing extremists who’s average IQ is somewhere in the 50-68 range they will never get it..
He doesn’t care one bit how many lives he destroys, never did.
For all the truckers faults and weaknesses - that’s what you get when you try to implement communism in a country. Did you think we didn’t notice? CBC isn’t the only news source in the world.
Convoy Zero Trudeau Won
Justified it to me.
Trudeau: we totally met the threshold for invoking the EA because…looks down at script…retracted
He's serene because his uninterrupted and unalloyed experience of himself has been the experience of being untouchable. Thanks to the Canadian mainstream media and urban Ontario voters.
Time for Trudeau and his Deputy PM to hit the bricks.
………….CSIS head resigns……Turd continues on
No, this time you’re wrong he was just the gentler version of his father saying “Just watch me”🤔😏🤘
Probably all the valium
LOL, from most accounts he was the opposite. Maybe check with Conrad Black what he thinks? 🙉
Obviously John didn't bother to watch or listen. There was MORE than enough justification. TrudeauWasRight
IvisonJ It was justified , he did the right thing. It was an illegal protest, the police did not have a plan to stop it, Ford was useless. The Act was justified, it was an illegal occupation.
CONS heads exploding today!! You love to see it!!
Considering this was nothing but a tax dollar wasting 3-ring circus, of course he doesn't have to justify anything.
I'm so over this god damn enquiry. It's solving nothing. Nobody's mind was changed, and no action will come of it either way.
Disagree, but the conservatives wanted exactly this moment. We know that they colluded with the convoy to prolong it, hoping at least to make the liberals look bad, better yet - put them in a position to attempt a vote of non-confidence. Since the NDP prevents that, this is it.
Good lord Post, what a disinformation rag you are
National Post
It does not matter. The Liberal judge will agree with Justin & say the EA must be modified. 'Here is what I recommend.......' And life goes on.
Trudeau is a beautiful man and everything he does is perfect. Sincerely, Every JT fart catcher commenting on this inquiry. (Enjoy your delusion. It really makes you look rational and insightful. No, seriously, it does)
Trudeau said it was worrisome when people protested against government policies, truth is all protests are against gov policies.
He hated them. He is King. What else is needed?
StepDownTrudeau
Ha! You obviously didn’t see and hear what most did!
Poor analysis.
At least he’s been consistent in supplying responses to his misdeeds
You must have been watching another show! Here’s one of many reasons TrudeauWasRight. 🪶👊🏽🇨🇦👇🏽IStandWithTrudeau POEC
Still completely baffles me why so many people seem to think the Liberals run the media orgs in Canada
This article was written 6 weeks ago
Where is Pee Pee, Candy and Doogie et al?
The National Post is desperate for a narrative that never materialized. That won’t stop them to lying to Canadians.
You clearly did not watch the entire hearing. There was more than enough reason to justify the use of the EA. Just my opinion which is no more or less valid then yours. We should let the Commissioner make his determination and file his report based on the testimony and the facts.
MargotHayes18 musta had a few hits off a bong before he went in. Could also explain why he was so late. Waited for it to really kick in
Such a stupid rag. Why not stand up and start uniting Canadians? When people finally wake up and see you consistent bias they’ll shed you. Garbage not journalism. I stand with JustinTrudeau.
So it’s official this is a conservative newspaper because from the centre looking in on this not having either political party interest I don’t see it your way at all
Canadians should keep themsevles safe.
On the contrary and for goodness sake you know it!!!
Nice try buddy.
Did you take an extra long lunch and miss the event and testimonial.
Time to consider retirement, John. I didn’t vote for him, but he handled the day well.
Hahaha, you are wrong. We watched. This is why NP cannot be trusted for accurate journalism
What planet are you on?
Completely justified and he deserves to feel serene 👍
Isn't lying under oath aka perjury a crime? When the law doesn't apply to politicians, you know you are being ruled not governed
Just an arrogant ass
The PM fails to justify a lot of what he does. This is nothing new.
Tyranny never requires explanation to the likes of you peasants. You should be ever grateful I allowed my Snake man to play in your little game.
Said the right wing trashy newspaper.
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