The Green Party of Canada announced that co‑leader Jonathan Pedneault will represent the party in the upcoming federal leaders’ debates and run as its candidate in Outremont. The decision was reached through an internal consensus process modelled on global Green co‑leadership practices, reinforcing the party’s commitment to climate action, social justice and global peace. “I … Read more
Green Party co‑leaders Jonathan Pedneault and Elizabeth May have warned that Donald Trump’s United States now poses a growing threat to Canada’s sovereignty, jobs, and democratic values. The party outlined measures to bolster national security, including an “economic NATO” and stronger economic and defence policies, to counter US interference and protect Canadian interests. May stated, “More … Read more
The Green Party of Canada announced Pam Allen-LeBlanc as its candidate for Fredericton–Oromocto in the upcoming federal election. “People are exhausted by politics as usual,” said Allen-LeBlanc. “From the rising cost of living to the housing crisis to the growing impacts of climate change, our communities need an MP who listens, delivers, and fights for the … Read more
Green Party Co-Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following commentary on announcements made by Canadian Heritage Minister, Minister of Tourism, and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec Pascale St-Onge about CBC/Radio Canada: “It’s gratifying to see one of the old line parties aligned closely with the … Read more
The Green Ribbon Panel issued a statement emphasizing the importance of Canada-US economic cooperation to secure a sustainable energy future and strengthen economic resilience. At a roundtable of business, policy, labour and sector leaders, hosted at the Washington, D.C. Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, participants discussed how the threat of tariffs would undermine a … Read more
The Green Party of Canada unveiled its first rebrand in over 25 years, introducing a new identity centered around a green circle to symbolize sustainability and collective action. “This new branding reflects who we are: a movement committed to real change, ready to act for people and the planet,” said Co-Leader Jonathan Pedneault, emphasizing the party’s … Read more
Commenting on Donald Trump‘s February 9 statement that he wants Canada to become the 51st U.S. state and that 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports would be imposed on Canada, Green Party Co-Leader Jonathan Pedneault commented, “Canadians need to wake up to the extraordinary threat we face. Donald Trump’s words should not be … Read more
The Green Party of Canada strongly opposes Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson‘s suggestion that Canada consider building a new west-east oil pipeline in response to Donald Trump‘s tariff threats. Instead, the Greens are calling for urgent investment in an east-west electricity grid to strengthen Canadian energy independence and build a future-ready economy. Green Party of … Read more
The Green Party of Canada is calling for an urgent, unified response to protect workers, small businesses, and vulnerable communities, while reducing Canada’s dependence on an increasingly unstable U.S. trade relationship. “This is not just about trade—this is about Canada’s independence,” said Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). “The U.S. is becoming a … Read more
Members of the Green Party of Canada have endorsed a co-leadership model. With 90.6% support, members ratified the motion to adopt co-leadership, originally approved at the Special General Meeting on November 17, 2024. Furthermore, 89.4% of members who voted confirmed Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) and Jonathan Pedneault as co-leaders, solidifying their joint … Read more
