The Green Party of Canada strongly opposes U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to relocate the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem. “This decision by President Trump undermines the international consensus on this issue, and signals clearly to the world that this U.S. administration cannot serve as a broker of peace between the parties,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) submitted five amendments to Bill C-55, an Act to amend the Oceans Act and the Canada Petroleum Resources Act, which went through clause-by-clause consideration at the Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans this morning. Two of her amendments were passed by the committee. “I am grateful for the changed approach … Read more
The Green Party of Canada released the following statement in recognition of the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery: “It is greatly troubling to me that, according to the International Labour Organization, over 40 million people are currently subjected to modern slavery — a quarter of them being children. Few of us realize how … Read more
The Green Party of Canada released a statement in recognition of World AIDS Day: “Canada must be investing more into preventive measures to ensure that rates of infection significantly decline,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). “I am disturbed by the significant cuts in funding to the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network, and call upon … Read more
The Green Party of Canada released the following statement in commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People: “2017 is a milestone year for the Palestinian people, as it marks 70 years since the United Nations voted to partition Palestine,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). “Canada has a moral obligation to … Read more
The Green Party of Canada is disappointed by Nebraska’s authorization of the Keystone XL crude oil pipeline, which will bring huge quantities of Alberta bitumen to the US. On November 20, the Nebraska Public Service Commission ruled that this pipeline could be built in that state, paving the way for this massive $8 billion, 1,897-kilometer pipeline. … Read more
Thirty years ago the nations of the world came together to ban production of the chemicals CFCs and HFCs under the Montreal Protocol. “It was simply the world’s most effective treaty. The ozone layer is repairing itself, and the ozone hole has shrunk. At the same time, the campaign to remove ozone-depleting chemicals from the … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today, Canadians in towns and cities across the country gather together to lay wreaths at cenotaphs, to honour and remember our veterans. We wear poppies to express our gratitude and to remember their selfless commitment to defend values that Canadians cherish.” Call 613-240-8921.
“I’m pleased the Senate has put forward amendments that would improve sex-based discrimination in the Indian Act,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). “I put forward similar amendments in June to end sex-based discrimination in the Indian Act, but they were defeated at committee and report stage.Thanks to good work in the Senate, we … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) extends the party’s congratulations to Valérie Plante, Mayor-elect of Montreal, and to her team for their historic victory in the Quebec municipal elections. “Seeing a progressive and environmental party like Projet Montreal get 52 per cent of the votes is encouraging. I would like to congratulate the entire … Read more
