Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued a statement on the bi-annual Council of the Federation Meeting between Canada’s premiers in Ottawa. “I commend our Premiers for making climate action a top item on today’s agenda. Canada needs leadership from the federal government to effectively address the climate crisis. In Lima, Peru, at last month’s climate talks, Harper’s … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) said that the current low oil prices should be a teachable moment, in that Canada’s economy is about more than oil extraction. “The truth is that Canada has never been dependent on the oil sands, which account for 2% of our GDP and only 1% of government tax revenue,” said May. Call … Read more
Together, Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands) and deputy Green Party leader Bruce Hyer (Thunder Bay – Superior North) congratulated Kevin Vickers on his appointment as ambassador of Ireland. The full statement is available online. Call 613-614 4916.
Leader of the Green Party of Canada Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) expressed her complete disappointment regarding the B.C. government’s decision to proceed with the construction of the proposed Site C dam. The decision shocked B.C.’s First Nations, environmental groups and farming communities who will be severely impacted should the project proceed. The … Read more
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich – Gulf Islands, B.C.) issued a statement on the conclusion of the 20th Conference of Parties (COP20) session to address the threat of climate change in Lima, Peru. The full statement is available online. Call 613-614-4916.
Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) bill titled the Federal Framework on Lyme Disease Act, Bill C-442, was passed unanimously at third reading by the Senate. The bill now awaits royal assent by the Governor General for it to become law. Call 613-614-4916.
The Green Party of Canada congratulates newly elected National Chief for the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), Perry Bellegarde. The full statement is available online.
The Green Party of Canada congratulates Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) who was named the 3rd Most Valuable Politician in a recent survey by The Hill Times. “I am very honoured by this result. It validates that one MP can make a difference in the House,” said May. “Being selected after the other two Opposition Leaders in … Read more
The Green Party of Canada issued a statement to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. The full statement is available online. Call 613-614 4916. On Dec. 6, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May (Saanich- Gulf Islands, B.C.) left for Lima Peru from Toronto Pearson International Airport. May will participate in the 20th session of the Conference … Read more
Green Party leader Elizabeth May (Saanich-Gulf Islands, B.C.) submitted a petition on Dec. 3, 2014. The Green Party of Canada issued a statement to clearly state its policy regarding Green members presenting petitions before the House of Commons. “Ms. May received a petition signed by Canadian citizens, who requested that she present to the House their request that the Government of … Read more
