Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) released the following statement: “The mushroom cloud rose over Hiroshima on this day 72 years ago, and over Nagasaki three days later. The bombs caused the deaths of tens of thousands of innocent people in Hiroshima and Nagasaki – it must never ever happen again. The path to peace is not … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) released a statement: “News today of the death of another North Atlantic right whale, a highly endangered species, and an additional right whale entanglement in the Gulf of St. Lawrence is devastating and requires immediate government action. This marks the eighth death of this endangered mammal this summer … Read more
The Green Party of Canada are calling on the Liberal government to intervene in land claim at Oka. “The Liberal Government of Canada has an opportunity to make good on its claims to be champions of reconciliation, and intervene in the conflict which has arisen at Oka,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). “This is a … Read more
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) is being requested to apply pressure on the Turkish government over its increasingly repressive crackdown on political dissent, following a July 2016 failed coup attempt. “Turkey, once admired for its economic and social progress, is continuing down the path of authoritarian rule,” said Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.). … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) released the following statement on Canada Day 2017 and Canada 150: “As we celebrate our beautiful, diverse country on this very special day, we must never forget we are on unceded territory of traditional Indigenous peoples. Our next 150 years requires genuine reconciliation and justice with Indigenous communities, many of whom are starkly reminded … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.), released the following statement: “After the predictable politics of the last seven weeks from outgoing Premier Christy Clark, I congratulate Premier-designate John Horgan. Through a responsible and clearly outlined agreement with BC Greens Leader Andrew Weaver and his fellow BC Greens MLAs, this new government can provide stable, progressive leadership … Read more
The Green Party of Canada released the following statement for Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “Canada is a multicultural society with a strong history of welcoming immigrants and celebrating ethnic, religious and cultural diversity. We are proud to foster an environment where all have equal voice and opportunity to participate fully in Canadian society. As 150th anniversary events … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) stated: “On Quebec’s National Day, I wish all Quebecers a wonderful celebration. This is a time to highlight the language and culture of the Quebec Nation.” She concluded “The Green Party of Canada will continue to defend the language and culture of Quebec, as well as its … Read more
Indigenous peoples in Canada still struggle with unresolved human rights abuses, including a lack of clean drinking water, discrimination against Indigenous children, and an inquiry into the unexplained deaths and disappearance of hundreds of Indigenous women across the country. “Childcare advocates are still pressing the Government of Canada to comply with a ruling issued by the … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) released the following statement for World Refugee Day: “The consequences of conflict and climate change continue to push the world’s refugee crisis to previously unseen levels. The United Nations reports that nearly 66 million people – refugees, internally displaced and asylum-seekers – were forcibly displaced from their homes … Read more
