Conservative MP and Critic for Foreign Affairs Peter Kent released the following statement: “The Conservative Party of Canada stands with the people of Venezuela in their fight for freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law. In defiance of the democracies of the Americas, Venezuela has lurched one step closer to dictatorship today as the extreme … Read more
The Trudeau government says it will not release the terms of its loan to Bombardier until 2019, according to a response to Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre (Carleton, Ont.). In February 2017, the Trudeau government loaned Bombardier $372 million. The following month, Bombardier’s executives were caught giving themselves bonuses and raises up to 50 per cent. Poilievre asked for: ‘All documents, … Read more
Conservative MP Michelle Rempel (Calgary Nose Hill, Alta.) made a statement following reports the Liberals are set to issue a new citizenship guide: “Reports indicate that the Liberals have removed references to female genital mutilation (FGM) in the guide under the equality of women and men section,” she said. “Voluntary responsibilities now include ‘respecting human rights’,” … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced the appointment of a strong, diverse team to lead the Conservative Caucus. The appointments include: Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition: Lisa Raitt (Milton, Ont.) Quebec Political Lieutenant: Alain Rayes (Richmond–Arthabaska, Que.) House Leader of the Official Opposition: Candice Bergen (Portage–Lisgar, Man.) Chief Opposition Whip: Mark Strahl (Chilliwack-Hope, B.C.) Deputy … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) issued the following statement on the announcement of Julie Payette as Governor-General Designate: “On behalf of the Conservative Caucus, I want to offer a warm welcome and congratulations to Julie Payette on being appointed Canada’s 29th governor-general. Ms. Payette’s accomplishments are well-known to Canadians of all ages. She was a pioneer during a … Read more
Conservative MPs Peter Kent (Thornhill, Ont.), Critic for Foreign Affairs, and James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake-Eastman, Man.), National Defence Critic, issued the following statement: “We congratulate Prime Minister Abadi, the Iraqi Security Forces and the citizens of Iraq on the liberation of Mosul. After nine months of conflict, this is a decisive victory for the ISF and the international coalition working … Read more
Conservative MP and Critic for Foreign Affairs Peter Kent (Thornhill, Ont.) released the following statement: “These attacks on one of Venezuela’s last bastions of democratic rule are a sad reminder of the absolute and total failure of the extreme socialist policies of both former President Hugo Chavez and current President Nicolas Maduro. Canada’s Conservatives condemn this act of … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) issued the following statement on Fête nationale du Québec: “Today, Quebecers are celebrating the Fête nationale du Québec. It’s an opportunity to get together and celebrate the vitality of the cultural richness of the Québécois nation. As we prepare to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of our country, we recognize more than ever the contribution … Read more
Conservative MP John Barlow (Foothills, Alta.) was disappointed to see the Liberals’ ram though their budget, which will automatically raise taxes each year on Canadian beer, wine, and spirit producers. “An escalating tax hike was tried once before, under the previous Trudeau government, and was ultimately repealed because it was too rigid and insensitive to … Read more
Conservative MP Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) released a statement regarding the passage of his Private Member’s Bill C-233, An Act respecting a national strategy for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias: “I am pleased to see the passage of this important legislation on behalf of the 747,000 Canadians who are afflicted with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. … Read more
