A re-elected Liberal government would protect 25 per cent of Canada’s land and 25 per cent of Canada’s oceans by 2025, as well as give every child in Canada the chance to learn to camp, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), Leader of the Liberal Party, announced. Details include: Working with Indigenous knowledge, science and local perspectives to … Read more
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), Leader of the Liberal Party, issued a statement on Franco-Ontarian Day: “Today we celebrate the rich history and significant contribution Franco-Ontarians have made to our country. On this Franco-Ontarian Day, I would like to acknowledge the largest Francophone minority community in the country,” he said. “Strengthening our official languages and … Read more
Liberal Party candidates Catherine McKenna (Ottawa Centre, Ont.), Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) and Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) announced that a re-elected Liberal government would immediately commit Canada to achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century, joining 65 other countries and the European Union that made the pledge at the United Nations Climate Summit on Monday. The planet is burning and … Read more
Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued the following statement on the International Day of Peace: “Today, on the International Day of Peace, we celebrate global efforts to make peace a reality around the world. We honour the advocates who are on the frontlines of that work, and come together to … Read more
A re-elected Liberal government would ban assault weapons and strengthen gun control in Canada. “Too many people have lost loved ones to gun violence,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), Leader of the Liberal Party. “Thoughts and prayers aren’t going to cut it. A Liberal government will ban assault weapons in Canada,” he said. Among the measures, the … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) revealed his deep cuts will target $7.5 billion in direct support for jobs and workers across the country. “Andrew Scheer needs to tell Canadians what jobs and workers he will target. Will he cut support for 6,900 steel workers in Hamilton, 200 aerospace workers in Nova Scotia, 2,100 steel workers in … Read more
A re-elected Liberal government will increase Old Age Security by an extra 10 per cent once a senior turns 75, and will boost the Canada Pension Plan survivor’s benefit by 25 per cent. “After a lifetime of hard work, people should have peace of mind knowing their retirement savings won’t run out, and that their … Read more
Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) announced a re-elected Liberal government would boost the Canada Child Benefit by 15 per cent for children under the age of one, would make maternity and parental benefits tax-free, and would introduce a 15-week paid leave for adoptive parents. Trudeau also announced within the first … Read more
The Liberal Party of Canada released a new radio ad to highlight the Liberals’ unmatched record when it comes to fighting for workers and protecting Canadian jobs. “In the NAFTA negotiations, our Liberal government fought tooth and nail to protect Canadian jobs,” said Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). “We said we would get … Read more
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), Leader of the Liberal Party, announced that a re-elected Liberal government will make it easier and more affordable for Canadians to start and grow their own businesses. “Now we’re making it possible for anyone with a good idea and a passion for what they do to start their own business and … Read more
