Interim Liberal Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) made a statement honouring former Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff. Rae said under Ignatieff's leadership, the Liberal party was committed to bringing politics to every Canadian. Rae also said Ignatieff is a fierce and fearless debater who is unafraid of tackling the tough issues and thanked him for … Read more
Liberal Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) made a statement on the second anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti. Rae said Canada’s relationship with Haiti has been a long one, and Canadians can be proud of their support in the fundraising and reconstruction efforts. The full release is available online. Call 613-947-5100. Liberal Leader Bob … Read more
Liberal Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) addressed the Liberal Party of Canada's Council of Presidents and underscored the need for Liberals to connect with their communities and re-engage Canadians in every one of the country’s 308 ridings. Rae challenged riding association presidents to take their expertise and energy into surrounding ridings to help build … Read more
Liberal leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement on the passing of Jean Pigott. Rae said that Pigott was one of Canada's great trailblazers for women in both politics and business, serving as Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Carleton, as CEO of her family business and as Chair of the National Capital Commission. Rae … Read more
Liberal leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement welcoming MP Lise St-Denis (Saint-Maurice-Champlain, QC) to the Liberal Party of Canada's caucus. Rae said that the rebuilding of the Liberal Party of Canada depends on people like St-Denis who have the courage of their convictions and who will join the Liberal fight against a … Read more
Liberal leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement concerning Prime Minister Stephen Harper's (Calgary Southwest, AB) Senate appointments. Rae said that Harper’s appointment of Conservative insiders to the Senate does not tell the whole story about the Conservative patronage machine. Rae added that the latest appointments, many of which were rushed through just … Read more
Liberal activist and organizer Braeden Caley has announced candidacy for National Policy Chair at the Liberal party's biennial convention being held in Ottawa from Jan. 13 to 15. Caley has been endorsed by political leaders such as former British Columbia premier Ujjal Dosanjh. Caley has cited a need to comprehensively open up the Liberal party … Read more
Presidential candidate for the Liberal party of Canada Sheila Copps welcomed endorsements of her candidacy from four distinguished Canadians. The endorsements include former Deputy Prime Minister Herb Gray, former Foreign Affairs Minister Lloyd Axworthy, former president of the Liberal party Iona Campagnolo and former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations Ovide Mercredi. Call 613-724-1478.
Liberal leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement on the death of business leader and philanthropist Milton K. Wong. Rae said that Wong’s legacy is one of innovation and social consciousness. Rae added that Wong's commitment to the public good, environmental sustainability and his celebration of Canadian diversity has inspired generations of British … Read more
Liberal leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, ON) issued a statement on the Celebration of Hanukkah. Rae said that on the first day of Hanukkah, Jewish families in Canada and around the world will gather to light the menorah and celebrate with their loved ones. Rae added that the Hanukkah story is one of perseverance and great … Read more
