Press Release Department: Non-Governmental - Liberal Party of Canada

The Liberal Party of Canada is launching its new French-language ads on television and social media, showcasing Justin Trudeau and members of his Quebec team. The ads feature Liberal candidates from ridings across the province – including renowned author and economics professor, Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec), award-winning entrepreneur, Christine Poirier (Laurier—Sainte-Marie), sustainable development expert, Peter Schiefke (Vaudreuil—Soulanges), … Read more

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the anniversary of 9/11 and the National Day of Service. “Today, I stand with all Canadians as we mark the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the United States,” said Trudeau. “We solemnly remember the nearly 3,000 innocent victims – including a number of Canadians – … Read more

The Liberal Party sent a letter to Rudyard Griffiths, chair of the Munk Debates, regarding the Munk Debate on Canada’s Foreign Policy. Dan Gagnier and Katie Telford, national campaign co-chairs, said they were concerned about maintaining an equal number of English and French debates, and opposed charging of admission for voters to attend the debates. The full release is available online. Call 613-627-2384. Liberal … Read more

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) announced his party’s comprehensive National Housing Strategy. “We have a plan to make housing more affordable for those who need it most – seniors, persons with disabilities, lower-income families, and Canadians working hard to join the middle class,” said Trudeau. Some of the priorities include providing $125 million per year … Read more

A Liberal government will enhance the Employment Insurance system to strengthen the economy and ensure it is there for Canadian workers when they really need it, said the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). The full release is available online. Call 613-627-2384. A Liberal government will take immediate action to bring 25,000 Syrian refugees to … Read more

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) announced that a Liberal government would quadruple federal investment in public transit over the next decade by investing almost $20 billion more. “Successful, confident countries invest in their own futures and build ambitiously. That is why public transit is a crucial component of our plan to make historic investments in … Read more

The Liberal Party of Canada welcomed the Sept. 2 election priorities from the Assembly of First Nations National Chief, Perry Bellegarde. In a statement, the Liberals said they are committed to closing the funding gap for First Nations education, implementing the Kelowna Accord, and calling an immediate national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and … Read more

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) sent a letter to Paul Davis, premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and chair of the Council of the Federation. Trudeau said that a Liberal government would commit to holding an annual First Ministers’ meeting. He also touched on issues including jobs and the economy, health care and fiscal imbalance, indigenous issues and climate change. Call 613-627-2384. Liberal … Read more

Canadians received a new round of economic numbers that show the country’s economy – and growth for the middle class – remains bleak, said the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). “This morning’s StatsCan numbers confirm what we have known for some time: Canada is in recession,” said Trudeau. “In this election, … Read more

A Liberal government will repeal Harper’s two-tier citizenship law, and ensure a strong and united Canada where all citizens are treated equally, said the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). “Liberals believe in a Canada that is united – strong not in spite of its differences, but precisely because of them,” … Read more