Green party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) unveiled her party’s plan to reverse cuts to services and support for Canadian veterans. Working as a strong partner in what is projected to be a minority Parliament after the next election, the Green Party’s plan calls for reversing damaging changes brought in under the New Veteran’s Charter. The … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following statement on International Youth Day: “Our youth deserve the kind of opportunity we, the boomer generation experienced, which is why the Green Party will work in the next Parliament to address the social and economic challenges facing our youth today, including youth unemployment and … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following statement on International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: “Today is an opportunity for people around the world to celebrate Indigenous cultures, including more than 5 000 distinct groups in over 90 countries. Here in Canada, we pay tribute to the traditions and cultures … Read more
The Green Party issued a statement on the Aug. 6 televised leaders’ debate: “Journalists and political pundits across Canada and around the world declared that Green Party Leader Elizabeth May was the clear winner of the Maclean’s National Leaders Debate, citing Ms. May’s extensive knowledge and ability to articulate her position on issues from the economy, to health care, … Read more
On Aug. 2, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) kicked off the Green Party’s 2015 national election campaign in Sidney-by-the-Sea, British Columbia. “We stand here on the edge of the Salish Sea, respecting the First Nations and Coast Salish Peoples, sharing with them our commitment to defend our coastlines and fisheries. Greens from coast … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following statement regarding the death of Flora MacDonald, former Member of Parliament and Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs: “On behalf of the Green Party of Canada, I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Flora MacDonald. As the first woman to seriously … Read more
Green Party Indigenous Affairs critic and candidate (Leeds – Grenville – Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes) Lorraine Rekmans issued a statement regarding the July 23 report on Canadian human rights published by the UN Human Rights Committee. “Security of person is a human right and must be afforded to all women, including Indigenous women in Canada,” said Rekamns. “The … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) welcomed the release of the Pharmacare2020 report released July 15 by the Pharmacare2020 group of health professionals. “The Green Party welcomes the Pharmacare2020 Report and fully supports its four key recommendations – universal access to medicine, fair distribution of prescription drug costs, safe and appropriate prescriptions, and maximum health benefits per dollar spent,” said May. “Canada needs … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) attended the 36th Annual Assembly of First Nations’ General Assembly in Montreal on July 8. May delivered a speech to the General Assembly and met with First Nation Chiefs of Ontario, including Chief Fawn Wapioke (Shoal Lake 39), Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day and Wray Maracle, Councillor Six Nations … Read more
The Green Party of Canada calls on the leaders of all parties to acknowledge the scientific consensus that the wildfires and extreme weather Canada is witnessing is an indicator of what is to come as global warming intensifies. The full release is available online. Call 613-614 4916.
