Liberal Ontario Senator Jim Munson applauded the decision to allow lockage fees along the Rideau Canal to remain frozen at 2008 levels for the next three years. “This truly is a victory for communities all along the Rideau Canal,” said Munson. “Earlier this year, I joined business owners and residents alike in rejecting the proposal that risked … Read more
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) issued a statement on the by-election results in Labrador. “I am immensely proud of Yvonne Jones and want to offer her my heartfelt congratulations on this victory. I was thrilled to campaign with Yvonne in Labrador, and am equally looking forward to the strong track record of proven leadership … Read more
Liberal Ontario Senator Jim Munson made a statement reflecting on his participation in the annual Chair-Leaders Campaign on Parliament Hill. The full statement is available online.
Liberal Nova Scotia Senator James S. Cowan, leader of the Opposition in the Senate, made a statement on the tabling of the report of the Board of Internal Economy, which completed the forensic audit of the housing allowance claims of three senators. The full statement is available online. Call 613-947-2798.
Liberal New Brunswick Senator Pierrette Ringuette, the Liberal Senate critic of Bill C-377 An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (requirements for labour organizations), spoke in opposition to the bill. The senator pointed out alleged fundamental flaws found in this bill, including infringement on provincial jurisdiction, abridgement of charter rights, and questions about the … Read more
Liberal foreign affairs critic Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, Ont.) issued a statement on his successful request for an Emergency Debate in the House of Commons on the conflict in Syria. "This evening’s Emergency Debate is an opportunity to ask the Canadian government vital questions about the conversations it is having with our allies, what actions … Read more
Liberal public safety critic Francis Scarpaleggia (Lac-Saint-Louis, Que.) issued a statement on Canada’s passenger and freight train security. “In light of the recent alleged terrorist plot targeting VIA Rail, it is more important than ever that Parliament be seized with a study of safety and security aboard our passenger and freight trains. That is why … Read more
Liberal Canadian heritage critic Scott Simms (Bonavista-Gander-Grand Falls -Windsor, N.L.) issued a statement on World Press Freedom Day. “World Press Freedom Day is a time to honour the vital role played by an independent press and freedom of expression in fostering democracy, both here in Canada and around the world. It is also a day … Read more
Liberal multiculturalism critic Jim Karygiannis (Scarborough-Agincourt, Ont.) is asking why the government is missing in action with respect to assisting Syrian refugees reunite with their families in Canada. Karygiannis said that despite repeated requests, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, Alta.) has not met with members of the Syrian Canadian Delegation. “The Syrian … Read more
Liberal senators met with seven union representatives from Quebec and one from the federal level to discuss Bill C-377, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (requirements for labour organizations). A bill, Liberals senators said, if passed, would burden unions with a flurry of administrative obligations under the pretext of better transparency, which does … Read more
