As another round of Canada-European Union free trade negotiations kicks off in Brussels, Belgium, the Council of Canadians is releasing a report accusing the government of misleading, and in some cases deceiving Canadians about the likely effects on public policy, public services and municipal democracy of the proposed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. The full … Read more
The Council of Canadians released a new report by national chairperson Maude Barlow, entitled Paying for Water in Canada in a Time of Austerity: A Discussion Paper. The paper seeks to harmonize the seemingly contradictory views of conservationists, who tend to favour high prices to discourage consumption, and anti-poverty advocates, who want to ensure affordability. … Read more
Canadian scientists and concerned citizens gathered to mourn the death of evidence. The council of Canadians said until recently, evidence served a prominent role guiding the decisions of Canadian leaders and its voice was tragically silenced after a series of severe injuries including cuts to many scientific programs and muzzling of government scientists. The procession … Read more
The Council of Canadians issued a statement denouncing Canada's role at the Rio+20 summit. The council said the Rio+20 Earth Summit has failed to produce the commitments needed for a more just and sustainable future for the planet. The full release is available online. Call 613-882-4405.
The Council of Canadians said they are fundamentally opposed to Canada’s participation in the Trans-Pacific Partnership talks. The organization views the Trans-Pacific Partnership and other “next generation” free trade deals such as the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement as part of a faulty global trade and investment regime that does not create jobs … Read more
The Council of Canadians announced motions filed on behalf of nine applicants seeking to have federal election results overturned in seven ridings strongly reject the Conservative Party’s procedural motions. Preliminary matters will be considered in the Federal Court beginning on June 25. Executive director of the Council of Canadians Garry Neil said it is vital … Read more
Councillors heading into the 75th annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities convention were greeted by a CETA Casino organized by local activists with the Council of Canadians. The council said poker and dice games drew attention to how the federal and provincial governments are gambling with municipal powers and public services in ongoing Canada-European Union Comprehensive … Read more
The Council of Canadians expressed dissatisfaction with the news that as recently as April, Canada was isolated in the Rio+20 negotiations as the only country to publicly claim there is no legal basis for the right and call for its deletion. National chairperson of the Council of Canadians and a former UN senior advisor on … Read more
The Council of Canadians said the Parliament of the European Union voted in favour of a resolution that insists on having a separate value for tar sands oil in the Fuel Quality Directive. The council said this is likely the first time that the European Parliament has officially voted in favour of having the tar … Read more
Council of Canadians chairperson Maude Barlow, who undertook an eight-city tour to defend the Great Lakes and promote their protection as a commons, public trust and bioregion, has condemned the government for its decision to close Canada's Experimental Lakes Area. Barlow said Canada's national water laws are out-dated, the ones in place aren't properly enforced, … Read more
