The Liberal Party of Canada concluded its Winter Caucus meetings in southwestern Ontario. “Liberals understand that Canadians want a better government and an economic plan that invests in the middle class and those working hard to join it,” said Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). The full release is available online. Call 613-947-5100.
Liberal rights and freedoms and international justice critic Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) issued a statement on Jan. 17, 2015 to honour Raoul Wallenberg Day. “Today, Canadians will mark Raoul Wallenberg Day, paying tribute to this Swedish diplomat and hero of the Holocaust who saved more Jews in Hungary during the Second World War than did any single government. … Read more
Liberal critic for rights and freedoms and international justice Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) issued a statement. “I am saddened and outraged by Saudi Arabia’s treatment of blogger Raif Badawi, who suffered 50 lashes earlier today as part of his sentence for creating an online forum and ‘insulting Islam.’ Detained since 2012, Mr. Badawi has been sentenced … Read more
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the terror attacks in France. “This week, the world has been gripped by the horrific acts of terror in France, beginning with the attack on the French satirical newspaper, Charlie Hebdo. On behalf of the Liberal Party of Canada and our Parliamentary Caucus, I extend our thoughts … Read more
In response to a request for input on the 2015 federal budget, Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) sent a letter to Finance Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, Ont.). A copy of the letter is available online.
The Liberal Party of Canada unveiled the membership of its International Affairs Council of Advisors, which includes current parliamentarians, former ambassadors, nonprofit leaders, former military service members, senior business advisors, legal professionals, and noted academics. “Liberals believe that Canada can – and must – play a positive and constructive role in tackling some of the … Read more
The Liberal Party of Canada unveiled the membership of its Economic Council of Advisors, which includes current parliamentarians, noted academics, legal professionals, business leaders, policy researchers, and a former premier. “During the past year, we have brought together non-partisan experts from across the country to examine the key economic issues facing Canadians, as well as … Read more
Liberal MP Judy Sgro (York West, Ont.) and Liberal Alberta Senator Grant Mitchell released their report on sexual harassment within the RCMP. Shattered Dreams: Addressing Harassment and Systemic Discontent within the RCMP is the culmination of two years of cross-country consultations with dozens of men and women who have endured sexual harassment and workplace bullying while serving on … Read more
Liberal Party of Canada rights, freedoms, and international justice critic, Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) issued a statement on International Human Rights Day: “It is important that we recall and reaffirm its founding principles that ‘all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights;’ ‘that the equal and inalienable rights of all members … Read more
The Liberal Party of Canada continues laying the groundwork for the 2015 federal election this week, as 122 official Liberal candidates descend on Ottawa for a three-day campaign training college. The party held its first Campaign College this past summer with early-nominated candidates. “These candidates have completed the first step – they have engaged members … Read more
