Interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) issued a statement: “In 1999, the United Nations designated November 25th as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This day is intended to raise awareness of the fact that women around the world are subject to rape, domestic violence and other forms of … Read more
Official opposition critic for immigration, refugees and citizenship Michelle Rempel (Calgary Nose Hill, Alta.) responded to the Liberal government’s announcement regarding plans to resettle 25,000 Syrian refugees in Canada: “Canada is an open and generous country. Canada should continue to take an active role in assisting with the humanitarian crisis in the region. Refugees arriving in Canada should be … Read more
Joint Statement from the critic for Public Services and Procurement Steven Blaney (Bellechasse-Les Etchemins-Lévis, Que.), James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake-Eastman, Man.) critic for National Defence and Pierre Paul-Hus (Charlesbourg–Haute-Saint-Charles, Que.), associate defence critic: Several months ago, following a very rigorous and transparent process, the Government of Canada entered into a contractual agreement with DAVIE Shipyards. The project, known as RESOLVE, would deliver much needed … Read more
Interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) announced the Opposition Shadow Cabinet and critics. “I believe the team we have assembled will be the strongest Official Opposition this country has ever seen,” said Ambrose. “Together, we will ask the Government tough questions and hold them to account.” Some of the critics include James Bezan (Selkirk–Interlake–Eastman) for National Defence, Erin O’Toole … Read more
Conservative Party interim leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) announced that Denis Lebel (Lac-Saint-Jean, Que.), will serve as deputy leader. Andrew Scheer (Regina-Qu’Appelle, Sask.) will serve as the official opposition house leader. Scheer’s appointment will take effect Dec. 3. “Denis and Andrew have the experience needed to create and help lead a new Official Opposition. In the coming days I’ll be presenting … Read more
Conservative Party interim leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) issued the following statement on the attacks in Paris, France: “My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of those who lost their lives and those injured in the terrorist attacks today in Paris, and we pray for the safe release of the hostages currently … Read more
Canada’s Official Opposition Conservatives called on the Liberal government to commit to a debate and vote in Parliament on any changes in the mission against ISIS. “We heard from the Prime Minister almost immediately following the election that he told President Obama that Canada would be pulling out of the allied air strike mission against ISIS,” … Read more
Interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) issued a statement marking Remembrance Day: “I join all Canadians today in honouring and remembering the sacrifices and courage our brave men and women in uniform have made in service to our country as they protected and continue to protect the freedoms, rights, and democracy we are … Read more
Tony Clement, Member of Parliament for Parry Sound-Muskoka, Ont., responded to the Parliamentary Budget Officer`s (PBO) report, saying the Conservative Party seeks answers on how Justin Trudeau`s Liberals will avoid racking up billions in additional deficit spending.“The PBO confirmed today exactly what we said during the campaign – the Liberals will run significantly larger than … Read more
Interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose (Sturgeon River-Parkland, Alta.) released a statement about the U.S. government’s rejection of Keystone XL: “We are extremely disappointed that President Obama succumbed to domestic political pressure and rejected the Keystone XL pipeline,” said Ambrose. It has been clear for some time that – despite the facts, economic benefits and environmental safeguards … Read more
