Bloc Québécois MP Louis Plamondon (Bas-Richelieu-Nicolet-Bécancour, Que.) issued a statement on the government’s military intervention in Iraq. “We can not turn our backs on the massive violations of human rights. The Quebec nation, Canada and the entire international community have a responsibility and duty to protect people suffering barbaric acts and humanitarian crimes. However, humanitarian intervention … Read more
It is with great sadness that the Bloc Québécois has learned of the death of Ulrick Cherub. “He was a dedicated and committed mayor for economic development, cultural and social development of the region of Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Quebec. His commitment and talent have been recognized well beyond our borders. The city of Boston has even … Read more
The Bloc Québécois issued a statement regarding the film Mommy by Xavier Dolan for its nomination for an Oscar in the category of Best Foreign Language Film. The full statement is available online. 514-237-2883.
Bloc Québécois leader Mario Beaulieu issued a statement on the Scottish referendum. “We’ve been there and it is with great compassion or brotherhood that the Bloc Québécois noted the outcome of the vote. I know the feelings of the militants on the yes side are probably mixed today. But they can get their heads high in this … Read more
Leader of the Bloc Quebecois Mario Beaulieu held a press conference on the East Energy project and the oil port in Cacouna. The Bloc Québécois said they are opposed to any transportation of hazardous materials may affect the integrity of Quebec’s territory without the consent of the BAPE. More information is available online.
Now former Bloc Québécois MP André Bellavance (Richmond-Arthabaska, Que.) announced that he will not run in the next federal election and he would finish his term as an independent member. Bellavance has represented the Bloc Québécois since his election in June 2004. Call 613-850-1942.
The Bloc Quebecois participated in a demonstration to demand the cessation of the armed conflict between Israel and Palestine. Mario Beaulieu, the leader of the Bloc Québécois, participated in this initiative of Quebec civil society on August 10 in Montreal. “The Palestinian population in Gaza suffered an unspeakable human tragedy, we must unite to stop this bloodbath,” Beaulieu said. … Read more
Bloc Québécois Leader Mario Beaulieu is outraged by the removal of Thérèse Casgrain’s name from the national award. The full statement is available online.
Bloc Québécois Leader Mario Beaulieu offered his condolences to the families of victims of the crash of Flight AH5017 Air Algeria, which claimed 116 lives. The full statement is available online.
The Bloc Québécois issued a statement regarding the Canada-wide securities commission. More information is available online. Call 514-967-1270.
