Conservative MPs James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake, Man.) and Ted Opitz (Etobicoke Centre, Ont.) issued a joint statement as violence escalates in Ukraine. “We are heavyhearted and disappointed by the escalating violence in Kyiv and the increasing number of reported deaths of peaceful protestors. We are disgusted by the callous behaviour demonstrated by President Yanukovych and his regime, and angered … Read more
Conservative MP Susan Truppe (London North Centre, Ont.) and Parliamentary Secretary for Status of Women said “[a]s the Member of Parliament for London North Centre, I make it my duty to listen to my constituents. They have told me time and time again that job creation is their top priority. I am thrilled that our Government has announced … Read more
Blake Richards, the Conservative member of Parliament for the current electoral district of Wild Rose, Alta., announced to friends and supporters that he will be seeking the Conservative Party’s nomination in the new electoral district of Banff Airdrie, Alta. “After much thought and consideration, I am excited to announce that I will seek to be … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake , Man.) issued a statement following the resolution of his dispute with Elections Canada. “I am glad that Elections Canada and my campaign have been able to resolve our dispute out of court regarding my 2011 campaign return. As I said from the very beginning, this dispute was a difference of … Read more
Conservative MP Joy Smith (Kildonan-St. Paul, Man.) issued a statement, calling on Amnesty International (AI) to reconsider its position, leaked to the public, which promotes the legalization of prostitution and the rights of pimps over the rights of victims of sexual exploitation. AI’s Decriminalization of Sex Work policy document argues that pimps and men who buy sex should be ‘free from government … Read more
Conservative MP Maurice Vellacott (Saskatoon-Wanuskewin, Sask.) gave notice of a private members motion that would reform the way private members business is conducted. Vellacott said the motion would fix a current vulnerability in the system that has led to a situation where a small group of MPs are able to control, often from behind closed doors, what … Read more
Conservative MPs James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake, Man.) and Ted Opitz (Etobicoke Centre, Ont.) issued a joint statement as violence escalates and civil liberties rapidly deteriorate during the regression of democracy in Ukraine. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic deaths of innocent protestors today in Ukraine. President Yanukovych and his regime’s heavy handed authoritarian response to what had been peaceful protests for weeks, … Read more
Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith issued a statement concerning the escalating violence in Sub-Saharan Africa. Meredith responded to reports that a month of fighting has left nearly 10,000 people dead in South Sudan; while gruesome atrocities are being carried out in the Central African Republic (CAR) between Muslim versus Christian combatants. The full release is available online. Call … Read more
Conservative Ontario Senator Don Meredith issued a statement on the fourth anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti. Meredith said the Canadian government moved quickly to provide immediate disaster relief and remains involved in long-term rebuilding and reconstruction. Meredith reflected on the post-crisis efforts and reiterated his call for sustained engagement, better accountability and results reporting by domestic … Read more
Conservative Ontario Senator Asha Seth returned to Canada after leading a successful trade mission to the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) to promote Canadian commercial interests in the region. The trade mission, themed “Exploring Opportunities Beyond Borders,” was held in the capital city of U.P. to highlight Canada’s commitment to strengthen its relationship with India … Read more
