NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.), National Chief Perry Bellegarde of the Assembly of First Nations, Ontario Regional Chief Roseanne Archibald, and Chief Rudy Turtle of Grassy Narrows First Nation, call for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) to keep his promise to help the people of Grassy Narrows. “The new Liberal government must quickly deliver … Read more
The day before the United Nations 25th climate conference is set to begin, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) joined NDP MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq (Nunavut) in Iqaluit and called on the Liberal government to take concrete steps to confront the climate emergency, create good jobs, and support communities experiencing the effects of climate change. “Over the last … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) announced the NDP shadow cabinet. Singh announced that he will take on the critic roles for Intergovernmental Affairs, Indigenous Services, and Crown-Indigenous Relations himself. The team includes (among others): Deputy Leader, Critic for Canadian Economic Development for Quebec Regions and Canadian Heritage Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.): House Leader, Critic for … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) has named NDP MP Taylor Bachrach (Skeena—Bulkley Valley, B.C.) as Critic for Infrastructure and Communities in the NDP Shadow Cabinet. “I’m looking forward to working with all levels of government to ensure communities have what they need to thrive, and that Canada tackles the climate crisis, provides affordable housing, … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) announced NDP MPs Peter Julian (New Westminster-Burnaby, B.C.) and Rachel Blaney (North Island—Powell River, B.C.) were appointed to the positions of NDP House Leader and Whip respectively. “Peter is among the most experienced and committed caucus members we have, and Rachel has earned the respect of people in and out of … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) responded to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau‘s (Papineau, Que.) new cabinet by reminding him the real change needed is for the Liberal government to start working for Canadians. “What this government needs more than new ministers is a new commitment to working with us to deliver for Canadians,” said Singh. “When … Read more
Regardless of which company wins the CF-18 fighter replacement contract, the federal government must make sure there are job guarantees for aerospace workers here in Canada and strong economic benefits for the Canadian public, said NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) accompanied by NDP Deputy Leader Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.) and Yvon Payment from … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) made the following statement: “The new Liberal government must quickly deliver on the mercury treatment centre that was promised to Grassy Narrows nearly two years ago. The people of Grassy Narrows deserve the kind of care and treatment we would all want for our families. The toxic chemicals that … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today, the NDP government in British Columbia is tabling a historic bill to implement the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous peoples,” he said. “Our country’s relationship with Indigenous peoples has been deeply troubled and must change. This historic move by Premier John Horgan will help … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Yesterday, I was happy to speak with Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley. Ms. Notley repeated her support for the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion and I told her that I continue to oppose the pipeline expansion,” he said. “I know that the people of Alberta need their … Read more
