Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith denounced the violent attack at a Jewish synagogue in West Jerusalem that left five dead and several injured, including a dual Israeli-Canadian national. The attacks were carried out by two Palestinian men armed with a pistol and meat cleavers who were shot dead at the scene after an exchange with police. The injured … Read more
Ontario Conservative Senator Don Meredith issued a statement condemning the terrorist attacks in Northern Nigeria. Call 613-996-7142.
On November 8th, for the fourth year in a row, Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith hosted a remembrance ceremony in the GTA to highlight the military contributions of men and women of African descent to Canada. Confirmed participants included decorated veterans, government officials, and City of Toronto mayor-elect John Tory. As only the fourth senator of … Read more
Conservative MP Joy Smith (Kildonan-St. Paul, Ont.) issued a statement on the passage of Bill C-36, Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act, in the Senate. “I am delighted with the passing of Bill C-36. This is a historic moment for equality and women’s rights in Canada,” said Smith. “For the first time in Canada’s history, the … Read more
National Health and Fitness Day joined forces with Movember to kick off the 8th annual campaign on Parliament Hill. Movember Canada has raised millions in support of cancer prevention research. National Health and Fitness day has 156 cities and towns already proclaiming the day and they are committed to increased physical activity to mark the day on … Read more
Conservative MP Steven Fletcher (Charleswood-St.James-Assiniboia-Man.) commends Dying with Dignity for commissioning the most comprehensive opinion poll regarding assisted dying in Canada in history. The timing of this poll is significant as the Supreme Court of Canada will begin proceedings on Carter v Canada. The case will have huge implications on assisted dying in Canada. “This is a topic that is … Read more
Conservative MP Peter Goldring (Edmonton East, Alta.) issued a statement on police body-worn cameras. “All police forces in Canada should have body-worn video recording devices now, since body-worn cameras would greatly alleviate courtroom evidence ambiguity and protect the public from wrongful accusations.” Contact peter.goldring.a2@parl.gc.ca. Call 613-291-2935.
Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith was saddened by news of the stabbing death of a 19-year-old student at a Toronto high school. According to police, Hamid Aminzada was killed after intervening in a hallway confrontation between two other students at North Albion Collegiate Institute. A 17-year-old juvenile who cannot be legally named turned himself in … Read more
Conservative Ontario Senator Bob Runciman’s bill to protect public transit operators passed third reading in the Senate with unanimous support. Bill S-221, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (public transit operators), amends the Criminal Code to make it an aggravating circumstance that must be considered by the judge if the victim of an assault is a … Read more
Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith welcomed the announcement of a new National Tribute to WWII veterans to mark the 75th Anniversary of Canada’s engagement in the Second World War and the important role Canadians played in the Allied victory. Meredith congratulated Minister of Veterans Affairs Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) who unveiled a limited-edition commemorative lapel pin and a personalized certificate of … Read more
