Liberal New Brunswick Senator Pierrette Ringuette issued a statement on the the decision by the Competition Tribunal regarding a complaint filed against VISA and MasterCard. "[T]he Competition dismissed an application by the Competition Commissioner regarding the rules VISA and MasterCard impose on Canadian merchants. I find it very unfortunate that the tribunal was unable to … Read more
Liberal Northern development and Canadian Northern economic development agency critic Yvonne Jones (Labrador, N.L.) said the government's failure to invest in the North has deprived families of adequate services and made the cost of living unsustainable. “The federally funded Nutrition North program has sent food prices skyrocketing, a lack of basic health and mental health … Read more
Liberal finance critic Scott Brison (Kings-Hants, N.S.) said the government must recognize that the persistent lack of opportunities for youth in the post-recession era is having far-reaching and long-lasting consequences for already struggling middle class families. “The cost of tuition is rising, the cost of fuel is rising, the cost of groceries and rent is … Read more
Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the beginning of Ramadan. “During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims in Canada and around the world fast and engage in deep spiritual reflection, recommit to a life guided by compassion and charity, and foster spiritual renewal of themselves and their communities," said Trudeau. … Read more
Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the rail tragedy in Lac-Mégantic, Que. The full statement is available online. Call 613-957-5100.
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on Canadian Multiculturalism Day. "Canadian multiculturalism quite simply affirms that all our citizens are truly equal, and that their individual contributions enhance and enrich our national character, " said Trudeau. The full statement is available online. Call 613-947-5100.
In a roundtable with business, education and student leaders, Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) and Liberal finance critic Scott Brison (Kings-Hants, N.S.) will discuss the need for federal action to address the fact that the youth unemployment rate is now 2.4 times higher than the adult unemployment rate. The roundtable discussion will focus on … Read more
Liberal Party Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) made a statement on the death of former Liberal MP Andy Scott. The full release is available online. Call 613-947-5100.
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the occasion of Quebec’s National Holiday and St. Jean Baptiste Day. The full statement is available online. Call 613-947-5100.
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on National Aboriginal Day. "National Aboriginal Day is first and foremost an occasion to celebrate the history and fundamental role of First Nations, Métis and Inuit in shaping the identity of all Canadians. Our country is stronger and more vibrant because of their remarkable contributions," said … Read more
