Liberal Justice and Human Rights critic Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, QC) called on the Bahraini authorities to drop all remaining charges against Naser Al-Raas and facilitate his return to Canada, the whole in accordance with the findings and recommendations of both the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Ms. … Read more
Liberal Seniors and Pensions critic Judy Sgro (York West, ON) is hosting an open house with over 20 stakeholders to discuss retirement income security, including the future of the Old Age Security program. Sgro said that people are understandably worried about their financial security in retirement. Sgro added that Conservative government has announced it will … Read more
Liberal Interim Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement on the death of Rabbi Gunther Plaut. Rae said that Plaut was a friend to many, and a teacher and leader of great distinction. Rae added that as the senior rabbi at the Holy Blossom Temple in Toronto, ON, for many years, Plaut was … Read more
Liberal Nova Scotia Senator and the Leader of the Opposition in the Senate James S. Cowan made a statement following the death of Conservative Nova Scotia Senator Fred Dickson. Cowan said it was with great sadness that he learned of the passing of his long time friend and Senate colleague and on behalf of the … Read more
Leader of the Russian Democratic Opposition Boris Nemtsov joined Liberal Justice and Human Rights critic Irwin Cotler (Mount Royal, QC) in condemning the culture of corruption and impunity in Russia. Cotler said that in light of the recent parliamentary elections in Russia, which were marked by allegations of fraud and falsification, Nemtsov is working to … Read more
Liberal Interim Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement regarding the 6th anniversary of the Conservative government. Rae said that on Feb. 6, 2006, the Conservatives were sworn in as government and since then Canadians have been met with broken promises and disappointment. Rae added that for six years, Canada has seen turbulent … Read more
The Liberal party issued a statement on the government response to the Attawapiskat, ON, crisis. Liberal Aboriginal Affairs critic Dr. Carolyn Bennett (St. Pauls, ON) said that the government’s response to the crisis in Attawapiskat, ON, First Nation must be reviewed and assessed by Parliament to ensure that the community is receiving the support they need. … Read more
Liberal Intergovernmental Affairs critic Stéphane Dion (Saint-Laurent-Cartierville, QC) and Liberal Seniors and Pensions critic Judy Sgro (York West, ON) said that the Conservative government must consult with Canada's provinces and territories before making any changes to Old Age Security. The Liberal critics said that the Conservatives have hinted they will raise the qualifying age for … Read more
Liberal Interim Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement on Black History Month. Rae said that over the next several weeks, Canadians will have a chance to pay tribute to the long, proud legacy of the black community in Canada. The full release is available online. Call 613-947-5100. The Liberal Party Atlantic caucus … Read more
The Liberal Party caucus urged the Conservative government to ease the fears of Canada’s seniors and baby boomers, and keep its campaign promise to maintain Canada’s Old Age Security. Liberal Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) said that during the last election Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, ON) said he would not reduce transfer … Read more
