Conservative Interim Leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) condemned the illegal blockades happening across the country and called for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) to do the same. “People have a right to make their views known. They have a right to protest. But the rule of law in this country must be upheld,” said Scheer. “[Trudeau’s] refusal to … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Pierre Paul-Hus (Charlesbourg—Haute-Saint-Charles, Que.) and Associate Shadow Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Glen Motz (Medicine Hat—Cardston—Warner, Alta.) sent a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) regarding the indictment of four members of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army for allegedly hacking into the computer systems of the … Read more
Shadow Minister for Public Safety Pierre Paul-Hus (Charlesbourg–Haute-Saint-Charles, Que.) and Associate Shadow Minister for Public Safety Glen Motz (Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner, Alta.) released a statement: “Canada’s Conservatives strongly condemn the Parole Board of Canada’s decision to allow a convicted murderer, with a history of domestic violence, out on day parole so that he could meet women in order to address his … Read more
An online petition sponsored by Associate Shadow Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Glen Motz (Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner, Alta.) that opposes the Liberals’ plan to ban ‘military-style assault rifles’ through an Order in Council and bypass the House of Commons has become the most-signed e-petition in Canadian history. “[Canadians] want action on crime, action on gangs and … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Ethics Michael Barrett (Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, Ont.) has submitted a claim to the RCMP Civilian Review and Complaints Commission regarding the RCMP’s failure to investigate Prime Minister Justin Trudeau‘s (Papineau, Que.) illegal vacation to the Aga Khan’s private island, and their refusal to refer the case to another police agency. “In addition to being an ethical breach, Mr. … Read more
Conservative Interim Leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) issued a statement: “Bell Let’s Talk Day is an opportunity for Canadians to raise awareness of the reality of mental health challenges,” he said. “I encourage all Canadians to speak out about the reality of mental health challenges and work together to end the stigma around mental health.” Call 613-286-1050. Conservative … Read more
The Conservative Party called on the government to immediately recall the House of Commons’ health committee to receive briefings from officials on Canada’s response to the outbreak of the coronavirus. “It is important as parliamentarians to be briefed as soon as possible so Canadians can have all the facts and can have their questions and concerns … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced the following changes to the Conservative Shadow Cabinet: Leona Alleslev (Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill, Ont.), Deputy Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, will also become the Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs; Matt Jeneroux (Edmonton Riverbend, Alta.), formerly the Associate Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Communities, will become the Shadow Minister for Health. Call 613-286-1050.
Shadow Minister Industry and Economic Development Michelle Rempel Garner (Calgary Nose Hill, Alta.) and Shadow Minister for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Peter Kent (Thornhill, Ont.) issued the following statement regarding recent news that the government has finally allowed Yazidi refugees to sponsor family members who had fallen through the cracks to come to Canada: “After several years of … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Small Business and Export Promotion James Cumming (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) issued the following statement on Red Tape Awareness Week: “Canada needs a strong dynamic economy that provides work and opportunity for all Canadians. Unfortunately, over the past four years, Liberal policies have driven investment out of the country and made it harder for entrepreneurs … Read more
