Liberal rights and freedoms and international justice critic Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) called for the suspension of Russia, China, Cuba, and Saudi Arabia from the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC), which began its most recent session in Geneva this week. The four countries are among 14 newly-elected members of the HRC. According to U.N. rules, … Read more
Liberal MP Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) unveiled his action plan to advance the case and cause of political prisoners when he delivered the opening address at the Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy. Call 613-995-0121.
The Liberal Party of Canada wrapped up its Biennial Convention in Montreal. “Canadians have shown at this week’s Liberal Biennial Convention that we can build a bold plan for the future and a strong team that is committed to a real and fair chance for the middle class, said the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, … Read more
Thousands of Canadians are coming together at the Liberal Biennial Convention in Montréal to build the strong team and new ideas that will offer a real and fair chance for the middle class, said the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). Liberals from coast to coast to coast will come together in Montréal, … Read more
Liberal foreign affairs critic Marc Garneau (Westmount-Ville-Marie, Que.) issued a statement regarding the ongoing political crisis in Ukraine. The Liberal Party has succeeded in putting Ukraine on the agenda of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International development. Meetings will be held on February 26 and March 3 and will afford Canadians an opportunity to hear … Read more
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the occasion of Louis Riel Day. “I am pleased to join Canadians, and particularly Métis communities, as we mark Louis Riel Day. This is an opportunity to pay tribute to a remarkable Manitoban and a man whose influence shaped the foundation of Canada,” said Trudeau. The full statement … Read more
The Liberal Party issued a statement regarding the 2014 budget. “Middle class Canadians need a plan for growth, and this budget has no plan for growth. The only way to achieve a sustainable surplus is with economic growth,” said the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.). The full statement is … Read more
The Liberal Party issued a statement regarding the focus of budget 2014. The party said that it is time for stronger leadership on the economy and to create growth for the middle class. “Tomorrow’s federal budget must focus on generating the kind of economic growth that will finally help struggling middle class families,” said the … Read more
Liberal MP Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, Que.) announced that he will not be a candidate in the next election, stating “I have enjoyed the honour and privilege of serving my riding, Parliament, and the Canadian people as a whole for close to fifteen years. I look forward to completing my mandate and continuing the pursuit … Read more
Liberal democratic reform critic Scott Simms (Bonavista-Gander-Grand Falls-Windsor, N.L.) issued a statement in response to proposed changes to the Canada Elections Act. “The changes to the Canada Elections Act introduced by the Conservative government are clearly an attack on Elections Canada. These legislative changes are evidently in response to Elections Canada investigating the Conservative Party of Canada … Read more
