Interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen (Portage-Lisgar, Man.) announced the appointment of William Stairs as her Chief of Staff. Stairs a former communications director to two federal party leaders, director of issues management for Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and chief of staff to three ministers. He has served as CEO of Ottawa-based PR firm Delta Media and taught strategic communications at Carleton University. … Read more
On Feb. 9, Conservative MP Clifford Small (Coast of Bays—Central—Notre Dame, NL) introduced Bill C-251, the Federal Framework on the Conservation of Fish Stocks and management of Pinnipeds Act. “This legislation will provide an evidence-based framework to improve marine conservation and ensure the health of marine ecosystems that so many livelihoods on all coasts depend on,” he said. Bill C-251 … Read more
Conservative MP Marty Morantz (Charleswood—St. James—Assiniboia—Headingley, Man.) introduced Bill C-240, the Supporting Canadian Charities Act. “Many Canadian charities are struggling to raise much-needed funds during this pandemic,” he said. “Their traditional fundraisers aren’t an option, and many of their traditional donors can no longer afford to make a monthly donation. All this is leaving charities across … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Natural Resources and Energy Michelle Rempel Garner (Calgary Nose Hill, Alta.) issued a statement: “Today, the Natural Resources committee began its study on the Liberal’s proposed emissions cap on the oil and gas sector, which is currently being developed by the Net-Zero Advisory Body. Yet, they declined to appear at our committee after … Read more
Interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen (Portage–Lisgar, Man.) released a statement on Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee: “Today marks the 70th year of Her Majesty’s ascension to the throne, making her the first Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. As a proud commonwealth country, we celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside Her Majesty. As Queen of … Read more
Interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen (Portage-Lisgar, Man.) spoke on the phone with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), who congratulated Bergen for her election as interim party leader. Bergen and Trudeau agreed that solutions must be found to resolve the ongoing protests in Ottawa. Bergen mentioned the importance of supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression and she made it clear the various tax … Read more
National Conservative Caucus Chair Scott Reid (Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, Ont.) issued a statement: “A vote to select the interim leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, held [Feb. 2] pursuant to Section 49.5(4) of the Parliament of Canada Act, produced the following result: Nine candidates appeared on a ranked preferential ballot. Candice Bergen (Portage–Lisgar, Man.) was elected interim leader of the Conservative Party.” Call 613-947-2277. … Read more
National Conservative Caucus Chair Scott Reid (Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, Ont.) issued a statement: “A leadership review vote, held earlier today pursuant to Section 49.5 of the Parliament of Canada Act, produced the following results,” he said. “118 votes were cast. Of these, 45 were in favour of endorsing the leadership of Erin O’Toole (Durham, Ont.), and 73 were in favour of … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Canadian Heritage John Nater (Perth–Wellington, Ont.) sent a letter to Canadian Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) calling on the Liberal government to halt their plans to reintroduce Bill C-10. When the government introduced Bill C-10 in the previous Parliament, experts and advocates raised concerns over provisions that were either included or absent … Read more
Conservative Shadow Minister for Mental Health, Addictions, and Suicide Prevention Mike Lake (Edmonton—Wetaskiwin, Alta.) released a statement following the completion of the consultation phase for a national three-digit suicide prevention hotline: “Today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission completed consultations for a national 3-digit suicide prevention hotline. Canadians struggling with thoughts of suicide are one step closer … Read more
