In front of a packed Town Hall in Victoria, B.C., Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.), stated the Green Party is the best choice to restore democracy. “Sending Green MPs to Ottawa this fall is the best way to repair our democracy and create a government that works for Canadians,” said … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) discussed the Green Party’s plan to create long-term, well-paying, and sustainable jobs for Canadians at the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce. “The Green Party will work across party lines in the next minority government and create a Canadian Sustainable Generations Fund to make critical investments in trades, apprenticeships and … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) noted the Liberals’ Sept. 29 announcement to invest $200 million per year in emerging and innovative technology and $100 million per year for industrial research. However, she expressed concern that the funding commitments do not go far enough. “The Liberals’ plan […] compliments the Green Party’s National … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) stressed the importance of the Green Party’s National Seniors Strategy and called for a Guaranteed Liveable Income, a National Dementia Strategy, Pharmacare, and Homecare. “Our plan would ensure that seniors can afford to stay in their homes, access quality healthcare, and enjoy a high quality of life,” said May. “Many seniors … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich– Gulf Islands, B.C.) congratulates the NDP for making a commitment to a legally binding cap on greenhouse gas emissions and encourages the other parties to clarify their plans.”Mr. Mulcair has made a good start on climate change, but his plan does not address the threat of pipelines and tankers … Read more
The Green Party issued a statement following the Sept. 24 French-language leaders’ debate, saying journalists and political pundits agreed that, once again, that Green party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich—Gulf Islands, B.C.), was a strong performer in the leaders’ debate. Call 613-614-4916.
Green party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) welcomed the recent statement from former U.S. secretary of state Hillary Clinton opposing the Keystone pipeline and calling for a North American Climate Compact. “The Democratic race in the U.S. includes a strong debate on climate action with climate champion Senator Bernie Sanders pushing Ms. … Read more
Green party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) will participate in the French-language leaders’ debate in Montréal on Sept. 24. “The French language debate will give Canadians the chance to see all party leaders debate important issues and is a crucial part of the democratic process,” said May. “It is strange that leaders have accepted the national broadcasters’ invitation … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following statement on World Car-Free Day: “World Car-Free Day is a chance for Canadians to consider the environmental and economic impacts of their day-to-day decision-making. In large cities, the average commute time can reach 80 minutes per day. In Toronto alone, gridlock costs the Canadian economy $5 billion in … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) welcomes the NDP’s plan to make prescription drugs more affordable. “Mr. Mulclair’s desire to make prescription drugs more affordable is a positive step forward to ensure adequate and affordable universal health care for Canadians. The Green Party is committed to working across party lines to make health care is a priority during … Read more
