Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada and MP (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.), issued the following statement on Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “Today is an opportunity to celebrate cultural diversity in our communities. One of the Green Party’s core values is Respect for Diversity. Today we respect and celebrate it. I am proud … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued the following statement on Saint-Jean Baptiste Day: “Today is Québec’s National Holiday and an opportunity to celebrate the culture, language, and history of this great province. I also want to recognize the many contributions that Francophone artists, leaders, and innovators have made to Canadian and Québec culture. … Read more
The Green Party of Canada condemns the approval of the Red Chris Mine. The party said that the controversial project threatens rare species and critical ecosystems. More information is available online. Call 613-614-4916.
Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada and MP (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.), issued the following statement for National Aboriginal Day: “Today is an opportunity to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of the Indigenous peoples of Canada. This is an important time in our history as we acknowledge the tremendous contributions … Read more
A motion introduced by Deputy Leader Bruce Hyer (Thunder Bay – Superior North, Ont.) to pass Bill C-61, The Lake Superior Conservation Act, which received unanimous consent. Bill C-61 will now be sent to the Senate for review and debate. Hyer said he will seek the unanimous consent of the Senate before Parliament adjourns for the summer. The full … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) released commitments from the Green Party of Canada for meaningful climate action (Backgrounder: Climate Change Policy). The full release is available online. Call 613-614-4916.
The Green Party of Canada agrees with the G7 leaders’ original plan for a decarbonized economy by 2050. The full release is available online.
Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada and MP (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.), issued the following statement on World Oceans Day: “Our oceans are at risk. They are threatened by climate change, over-fishing, land-based sources of marine pollution, and ocean acidification. Today is an opportunity for Canadians to take action and defend our oceans and … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued a statement on World Environment Day. “World Environment Day is an internationally recognized day to celebrate the efforts of those who work for a healthier environment,” said May. “Today we thank the many environmental organizations — big and small — across Canada working to remediate environmental damage, … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued a statement on Clean Air Day. “A key day within Environment Week, Clean Air Day reminds us all that nothing is more essential to life than the air we breathe,” said May. “Ontario has had far less smog since it acted to close down its coal-fired … Read more
